About Unwind: Managing Work Anxiety in a Burnout Era
Feeling overwhelmed at work? You're not alone. Unwind is a 5-part podcast series plus a trailer designed to help you understand, manage, and reduce anxiety related to your professional life. Guided by the latest research from global health institutions and real-life experiences, this series explores evidence-based tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, stress tracking, and organizational strategies. Whether you're facing burnout, panic attacks before meetings, or struggling to disconnect after work, Unwind helps you reclaim your peace of mind—one episode at a time...
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.
12 Feb 2026
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.
10 Dec 2025
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.
24 Jun 2025
When to Get Help: Therapy, Medication, and Support Systems
Liz explores recognizing when professional support becomes necessary, discussing therapy types like CBT, ACT, and EMDR, medication options, and building robust support systems for mental well-being.
23 Jun 2025
Workplace Triggers: How to Recognize and Manage Them
Liz explores anxiety triggers in the workplace, such as unread emails and performance pressure, and shares techniques from CBT and ACT to help listeners reframe their responses and build resilience.
22 Jun 2025
Mindfulness and Meditation at Work: A Practical Guide
Host Liz explores practical mindfulness techniques grounded in neuroscience, such as breathing exercises and micro-transitions, to help listeners reduce work anxiety and improve focus.
21 Jun 2025
Science-Backed Tools to Reduce Daily Stress
Host Liz explores science-backed tools, including breathing exercises and CBT reframing, to help listeners manage daily work anxiety and interrupt anxious thoughts.
20 Jun 2025
Understanding Work Anxiety: What It Is and Why It Happens
Host Liz explores the biological and psychological roots of work anxiety, explaining how stress responses are triggered in professional settings and identifying early burnout signs.
20 Jun 2025
Welcome to Unwind: Why Work Anxiety Matters
The Unwind podcast introduces its focus on rising work-related anxiety globally, highlighting its evidence-based approach to mental clarity and emotional balance.
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