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Why Ambitious Women Are Secretly Anxious All the Time
Anxiety & Perfectionism Alyssa Kushner, LCSW 7/3/25 Anxiety & Perfectionism Alyssa Kushner, LCSW 7/3/25

Why Ambitious Women Are Secretly Anxious All the Time

Ever feel like you have it all together on the outside - but inside, you’re exhausted, anxious, and never able to rest? This blog explores why ambitious women struggle with high-functioning anxiety and how trauma, perfectionism, and nervous system dysregulation play a role.

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Healing doesn’t mean you’ll feel happy, positive or optimistic 24/7.⁣
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That’s not reality.⁣
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When we work on ourselves if means learning to ride the waves when life feels heavy. ⁣
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Resilience is built in the moments we allow ours Summer was SO fun I got a lot of trips and adventure and joy.⁣
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For me, October is about slowing down and recharging. Listening to my body, doing less, and staying put.⁣
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What is your intention this month?? #october #fallintentions
Our emotional needs aren’t “too much” or “needy” - they’re human. ✨⁣
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We all long for connection, belonging, honesty, play, and to feel truly seen and understood.⁣
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When these needs are met, we feel safe enough t Emotional exhaustion doesn’t always seem obvious.⁣
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Sometimes it shows up in quiet, subtle ways - like feeling drained after small interactions, craving space but not being able to rest, or losing interest in the things that once mattered to y Why do anxious and avoidant partners so often find each other? ⁣
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Honestly most of my clients find themselves in this dynamic (I’ve been there too). ⁣
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This push-pull cycle can feel magnetic at first, but over time it often leaves both partne
Immediately apologizing or over explaining is a sign of fawning.⁣
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Of course when it comes to loved ones - sometimes you do owe an explanation.⁣
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But you don’t have to give every single detail and over explain yourself to make your no valid⁣: Self abandonment vs self consideration⁣
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Self considerations is all about⁣
✨ Validating your feelings and actually letting them out⁣
✨ Acknowledging and expressing your needs⁣
✨Prioritizing your authenticity ⁣
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And self abandonment can look like⁣
- When we’re in a state of shut down or freeze ⁣
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We want to slowly turn our system back online, reconnect with others safely, and sort of wake up our nervous system.⁣
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Gentle movement, engaging the five sense, and connecting with safe people o

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