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Are you secretly running on anxiety, even as everyone praises your productivity, drive, and ability to “do it all”? This episode breaks down the truth on high functioning anxiety — what it really is, how it hides behind ambition, and why so many busy, successful women are silently caught in its grip. I sit down with Dr. Lalita Suglani, award-winning psychologist and author of High Functioning Anxiety, for an honest therapy-front-row session on recognizing the subtle signs, understanding the root causes, and distinguishing when hustle fuels you versus when it starts to burn you out.

You’ll learn the real difference between being driven and being ruled by anxiety, how inner child work and self-doubt sneak into adulthood, and why those feelings of never being “enough” might actually be survival strategies from your past. Dr. Lalitaa shares her top strategies, holistic solutions, and practical next steps to help you break free from the overwhelming cycle without sacrificing your ambition or success. Ever wonder what life could feel like if you slowed down and actually felt enough as you are? Hit play and let’s dive in.

Meet Dr. Lalitaa:

Dr. Lalitaa Suglani is an award-winning psychologist, renowned international speaker, yoga and breathwork facilitator and the author of High Functioning Anxiety.With a passion for empowering individuals to overcome self-doubt and live with intention, Dr. Lalitaa blends her expertise in psychology, somatic practices, and mindfulness to help clients unlock self-trust and inner peace. She is a sought-after voice on topics like burnout, workaholism, imposter syndrome and overcoming anxiety, and her holistic approach combines science-backed strategies with practical tools for personal growth. Dr. Lalitaa’s mission is to raise awareness about the silent struggles many face, offering actionable insights to lead a life of purpose, connection, and fulfillment.

Here’s what we’re covering on high-functioning anxiety:

• The real difference between “high functioning” anxiety and traditional anxiety disorders and why it matters for driven women
• The subtle signs your boundaries, people pleasing, and perfectionism might actually be rooted in anxiety (not just ambition) 
• How childhood conditioning shapes your adult coping strategies and why “inner child work” is so transformative 
• Key external cues that signal high-functioning anxiety, even when everything looks polished on the outside 
• The hidden toll high-functioning anxiety takes on your body 
• A simple first step you can take to break out of survival mode
• The most effective modalities for addressing high-functioning anxiety and how to find the right therapist for you
• What life looks like on the other side of high-functioning anxiety and how to shift from “human doing” to “human being”
• Simple places to start if you resonate with these experiences

Resources Mentioned:

• Grab Dr. Lalitaa’s book on High-Functioning Anxiety

Connect with Dr. Lalitaa:

• Visit her website 
• Follow Dr. Lalitaa on Instagram @dr.lalitaa

Let’s Connect:

• Come hang with me on Instagram @mindinmymacros and at @wellonherwaypod for more simple & sustainable wellness tips.

Want more on this topic? Here’s your next listen:

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