High achievers love setting goals. I get it. There’s nothing more satisfying than setting a big scary goal, working hard toward it for a long time, and then basking in the glory of your accomplishment when you finally achieve it. While accomplishing goals feels...

If you’re a perfectionist, chances are you’ve been told something similar to the following: “Stop caring so much, it’s not that big of a deal.” “It’s just a (fill in the blank), it doesn’t really matter.” “Just relax.” “Stop being a perfectionist.” Sound familiar?...

I have conducted hundreds of telehealth therapy sessions. I also meet with my own therapist through telehealth. Through my time on both sides of the metaphorical telehealth therapy couch, I’ve learned that a little intentional thought and planning can drastically...

Anxious high achievers are particularly susceptible to getting stuck in rigid patterns of thinking and doing. While being routine oriented, laser-focused, disciplined, and intense can certainly have its benefits, many high achievers reach a point in their lives when...

No matter how you voted in the recent election, in the coming weeks and months you’ll likely find yourself in conversations with people who voted differently than you. These conversations can erode relationships you care about if you don't approach them with intention...