5-Minute Micro-Practices for Instant Calm

The Fear of Outgrowing Your Current Life (ad free episode available)

Growth sounds exciting in theory. Until it starts changing your relationships. In this episode of Unwind, we explore the quiet anxiety that can show up when you begin evolving - setting boundaries, thinking differently, prioritizing your mental health — and suddenly, familiar spaces feel unfamiliar. You may feel distance, misunderstood, or even guilty for changing. In this 10-minute reflection, we unpack: * The psychology of identity shifts * Why relationships often resist change * The guilt that can come with leveling up * How to grow without losing yourself * How to accept that not everyone grows at the same pace Growth doesn't mean you're leaving people behind.It means you're learning how to meet yourself fully. Take a breath. You're allowed to evolve.

The Anxiety of Success: Why Achieving More Can Feel Overwhelming

You worked hard. You earned the promotion. You got the recognition. So why does it feel like something is about to go wrong? In this Early Access episode of Unwind, we explore a rarely discussed experience: the anxiety of success. The pressure that follows achievement. The fear of being exposed. The quiet thought that whispers, “What if I can’t keep this up?” You’ll learn: • Why success can trigger imposter syndrome • How achievement increases perceived risk • The psychology behind “waiting for the other shoe to drop” • Practical tools to stabilize your nervous system during career growth • How to redefine success in a sustainable way Success isn’t just about getting more. It’s about learning how to hold more — without burning out. Take a breath. You’re allowed to grow without fear.

5-Minute Micro-Practices for Instant Calm

Need a quick reset during a stressful workday? This 5-minute bonus episode guides you through simple micro-practices — calming breathwork, a shoulder release, and a brief reflection — to help you reduce anxiety and return to a grounded state. No equipment needed. Just press play and unwind

When to Get Help: Therapy, Medication, and Support Systems

In the final episode of Unwind, Liz explores what to do when self-help isn’t enough. Learn how to recognize the signs that professional support — like therapy or medication — may be the right next step. This episode breaks down common types of therapy (CBT, ACT, EMDR), how to find the right therapist, when medication may help, and how to build a support system that supports your mental health at work. Whether you’re ready to take action or just exploring your options, this episode offers compassionate guidance rooted in research from the National Institute of Mental Health and trusted clinical practices. You don’t have to go through anxiety alone. Help exists — and healing is possible.

Workplace Triggers: How to Recognize and Manage Them

Why do certain moments at work make your heart race — while others leave you drained or overwhelmed? In Episode 4 of Unwind, Liz explores the concept of anxiety triggers in the workplace: the subtle signals, patterns, and situations that activate your stress response. Learn how to identify your personal triggers — from unread emails to team dynamics, performance pressure, and even physical environments — and how to work with them, not against them. This episode shares science-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping you create emotional distance, reframe your response, and build resilience over time. Understanding your workplace triggers is the first step toward lasting anxiety reduction — because when you can name it, you can change it.