PEACE with Anxiety: Healing High functioning Anxiety in Eldest Daughters

Irene Evangelou - The High-functioning Anxiety Therapist for Eldest Daughters
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Irene Evangelou, Hypnotherapist, Counsellor & mum, shares science-based strategies and tips for eldest daughters to heal Anxiety, Stress, Overthinking, Overwhelm, People-pleasing, Perfectionism and Self-doubt. Peace with Anxiety is not about ”fixing” you; it’s about learning how to heal anxiety naturally and helping high-achieving eldest daughters like you to live their lives feeling Calm and Confident with a grounded nervous system. You can book a 1:1 hypnotherapy session with me here - https://bit.ly/4s4PWqs Thank you 💚

  1. 9 Self-Sabotaging Habits That Keep You Stuck in Anxiety Mode (You’re Probably Doing Half of Them) [Ep 32]

    12/11/2025

    9 Self-Sabotaging Habits That Keep You Stuck in Anxiety Mode (You’re Probably Doing Half of Them) [Ep 32]

    This episode dives into nine habits that quietly fuel anxiety, habits that often seem normal but can leave us feeling drained and overwhelmed. We explore how things like people-pleasing, ignoring our body's signals, and overthinking can create a cycle of stress that feels inescapable. The key takeaway is that these habits were once survival strategies, but they may no longer serve us and can even contribute to feelings of anxiety. We offer practical, straightforward shifts to help you recognise and address these patterns with kindness and compassion. By naming these habits and understanding their impact, we can begin to rewire our nervous systems to feel safer and more at ease in our daily lives. So, let’s get into it and start this journey towards a calmer, more confident self! FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    13 min
  2. Grounding Your Senses for Calm [Ep 31]

    12/02/2025

    Grounding Your Senses for Calm [Ep 31]

    Today, we're diving into a simple yet effective grounding practice that can help you reconnect with your body when anxiety starts to take over. We know that high-functioning anxiety can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, and that's why we’re here to share some straightforward strategies to bring you back to the present moment. This episode walks you through a gentle five-step process that includes breathing, focusing on your surroundings, and tuning into your senses. It’s all about giving yourself a little reset when life feels like it’s spiralling out of control. So, if you’ve ever felt that familiar wave of stress, stick around as we guide you through an easy method to help you find your calm and regain your sense of control. FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    8 min
  3. Pause Before You Panic: A Simple Trick to Tame Your Anxiety

    11/25/2025

    Pause Before You Panic: A Simple Trick to Tame Your Anxiety

    Today, we’re diving into the transformative power of pausing before we react, a game-changer for anyone dealing with high-function anxiety. I’m sharing a straightforward practice that can help interrupt that instinctive, anxious response we often have when faced with stressors, whether it’s a text or a sudden change of plans. By taking a moment to pause, we allow our brains to catch up and choose a more intentional response instead of reacting out of panic. I’ll guide you through a simple step-by-step process to implement this pause in your daily life, along with a grounding exercise to help you centre yourself. So, if you’re ready to take a breather and regain control, let’s get into it! FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    11 min
  4. Hello again: Breaking Free from High Function Anxiety: Tips & Tools [Ep29]

    11/17/2025

    Hello again: Breaking Free from High Function Anxiety: Tips & Tools [Ep29]

    This episode dives into the importance of taking small, intentional pauses to help ease anxiety and find a moment of calm in our busy lives. I get it; life can feel overwhelming, and we often carry the weight of expectations and responsibilities. Here, we’re creating a space where you don’t have to be perfect—just be yourself. I’ll guide you through simple breathing exercises that can help ground you, even when your mind feels chaotic. Our goal is to offer practical tips and gentle reminders that you’re not alone in this journey, and that taking a moment to breathe can truly make a difference. So, let’s settle in and start this journey toward feeling a little lighter together. FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    7 min
  5. Meditation for Grief [Ep 28]

    08/13/2024

    Meditation for Grief [Ep 28]

    Today’s focus is on navigating grief while managing anxiety, a topic that many of us can relate to. We’ll dive into a meditation specifically designed to help you process feelings of loss and acknowledge your emotions without judgment. Grief is deeply personal, and it's important to understand that there's no right way to experience it. This episode will guide you through some mindfulness techniques to help create a safe space for whatever feelings arise, whether it's sadness, anger, or confusion. So, if you're looking to feel more grounded and compassionate towards yourself during tough times, stick around as we explore these concepts together. FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.💚 Join my Notes on AnxietySubscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    17 min
  6. Coping with Grief & Anxiety: Strategies That Actually Work!

    08/08/2024

    Coping with Grief & Anxiety: Strategies That Actually Work!

    Today, we're diving into the deep end of grief while juggling high-function anxiety and all the daily chaos that comes with family and career. Grief can hit you like a ton of bricks, and when you toss anxiety into the mix, it’s like trying to ride a rollercoaster blindfolded, seriously overwhelming! But don’t sweat it; we’ve got some chill strategies lined up to help you navigate these wild waves without capsizing. From setting realistic goals to practising self-compassion, we’re here to remind you it’s totally okay to take a breather and ask for help. So grab your favourite cozy drink, kick back, and let’s chat about how to find a little peace amidst the storm! E.A.S.T self care guide: https://griefline.org.au/resources/east-self-care-guide/ Let’s Talk About Grief awareness campaign: https://griefline.org.au/2024-grief-awareness-campaign/ Grief and Loss Resource Hub: https://griefline.org.au/resources FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    14 min
  7. Overeating and Anxiety: What’s The Connection [Ep 26]

    07/30/2024

    Overeating and Anxiety: What’s The Connection [Ep 26]

    We're diving into the connection between overeating and anxiety, exploring why so many of us reach for snacks and comfort foods when stress hits hard. If you've ever found yourself rummaging through the pantry late at night, seeking solace in cookies or ice cream, you're definitely not alone. This episode highlights that these cravings often stem from our bodies' natural responses to anxiety, as we look for ways to soothe discomfort. We’ll talk about how cortisol spikes during anxious moments can increase our appetite, especially for high-sugar and high-fat foods, and why it’s crucial to approach our eating habits with understanding rather than self-criticism. By recognising this connection, we can start to implement healthier coping strategies and find a balance that allows us to feel calm and in control. FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    11 min
  8. What does High-Functioning Anxiety look like in Motherhood? [Ep25]

    07/24/2024

    What does High-Functioning Anxiety look like in Motherhood? [Ep25]

    Do you want to know what High-Functioning Anxiety look like in Motherhood? Join me in this episode to recognise the signs of high-functioning anxiety and how they may manifest in your daily life as a mom. We are covering perfectionism and over-scheduling, constant worry and overthinking, people-pleasing, physical symptoms of high-functioning anxiety, difficulty asking for help, unhelpful coping mechanisms and withdrawal from social activities. We also talk about the positive traits of high-functioning anxiety and how they make you an even more amazing mom. FREE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Survival Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High-functioning Anxiety Blueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask me your anxiety-related questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a future episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Reset & Reclaim Hypnotherapy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Program. A 4-week journey to help you gently break down the Eldest Daughter conditioning that’s been running your life, and reclaim your voice, your needs, and your sense of self.Subscribe and Leave a Review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.

    24 min
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Irene Evangelou, Hypnotherapist, Counsellor & mum, shares science-based strategies and tips for eldest daughters to heal Anxiety, Stress, Overthinking, Overwhelm, People-pleasing, Perfectionism and Self-doubt. Peace with Anxiety is not about ”fixing” you; it’s about learning how to heal anxiety naturally and helping high-achieving eldest daughters like you to live their lives feeling Calm and Confident with a grounded nervous system. You can book a 1:1 hypnotherapy session with me here - https://bit.ly/4s4PWqs Thank you 💚

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