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The Anxious Achiever

Morra Aarons-Mele
Mental Health
Anxiety
Mindfulness
Leadership
Menopause
Workplace Culture
Micromanagement
Habits
Social Connections
Work Culture
Imposter Syndrome
Curiosity
Loneliness Epidemic
Feedback
Empathy
Workplace Toxicity
Community Support
Class
Remote Work
Workplace Relationships

Host Morra Aarons-Mele is on a mission to reframe how we think about anxiety and mental health in the workplace. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S. We desperately need better models for leadership and a more holistic view of mental health. Our culture tells those of us who suffer from anxiety and depression that we can’t succeed, but we tell a different story — withou... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Kahnweiler
An expert in introverted leadership and author of several books on the topic
Episode: The Gift of Introverted Leadership with Jennifer Kahnweiler
Chris Voss
Former FBI hostage negotiator and author of Never Split the Difference
Episode: How To Negotiate When Negotiating Makes You Nervous with Chris Voss & Moshe Cohen
Moshe Cohen
Professor at Boston University specializing in negotiation strategies
Boston University
Episode: How To Negotiate When Negotiating Makes You Nervous with Chris Voss & Moshe Cohen
Jen Fisher
Former Chief Well-Being Officer at Deloitte and author of 'Hope Is The Strategy'
Deloitte
Episode: Inside the Role of Chief Wellbeing Officer with Jen Fisher
Margaret Andrews
Business educator and author of 'Manage Yourself to Lead Others'. Former Executive Director of the MBA program at MIT Sloan School of Management.
MIT Sloan School of Management
Episode: The Best Leadership Advice You'll Ever Get with Margaret Andrews
Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic
Psychologist and author of 'Don't Be Yourself'
University College London
Episode: Should You Be Yourself At Work? With Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic
David Lancefield
Renowned strategy coach, former partner at PwC, and caregiver for a disabled son.
Independent Strategy Coach
Episode: David Lancefield Has A Better Way To Talk About Mental Health At Work
Melissa Gerson
Director and Founder of the Columbus Park Treatment Center for Eating Disorders
Columbus Park Treatment Center
Episode: Eating Disorders, Body Image, Anxiety with Melissa Gerson
Jane Chen
Social entrepreneur, author, and founder of Embrace
Embrace
Episode: Jane Chen On Collapse, Extreme Self-Help, and Healing Yourself

Host

Morra Aarons-Mele
Host of The Anxious Achiever, dedicated to addressing anxiety and mental health in professional settings.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Wisdom, empathy & utility

    Morra Aarons-Mele was way out in front on matters of workplace mental health, and it shows in these elevated, nuanced discussions and her empathetic & experienced moderation. 10/10 recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sklarra
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast, practical & useful for my work/development

    Every time I pull up a new episode I’m like Wow this is an issue or topic I’ve been thinking about or working on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alvin Sangsuwangul
    United States5 months ago
  • Disappointed you joined a new network

    I saw you joined the yap network and I’m so disappointed. The podcast network is known to cheat the charts and gaming the system with fake followers and fake likes just to look cool. You are better than that Morra. You don’t need to play games to get listeners. This seems to be something an anxious achiever would do out of fear and goes against everything I thought your show stood for!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bosshog7896
    United States6 months ago
  • Someone finally Gets me

    The suggestion of a friend had me searching for podcasts that covered topics like ADD, imposter syndrome and similar. This one immediately seemed to hit the mark. I picked 3 different episodes, and I’ve already gotten so much from them. I feel so many feelings knowing there are people who get me. Thank you to the host and producers of this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happytobesecure
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great gentle and insightful podcast

    It has really been an important prop in handling daily stress, work challenges and learning more about myself! Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dariasolstad
    Norwaya year ago

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Some express a desire for broader representation in topics to encompass diverse experiences more fully.
Listeners value the open discussions around anxiety and mental health in the workplace, appreciating the relatable insights and expert guidance.
Many find the episodes inspiring and informative, often sharing personal connections to the topics discussed.
The host is frequently praised for her approach to transparency, making complex emotional topics accessible.

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How To Negotiate When Negotiating Makes You Nervous with Chris Voss & Moshe Cohen
Q: If I'm a person who has some social anxiety, how do I prepare for asking for a raise?
You can manage your emotions by recognizing that genuine curiosity is a superpower and focusing on understanding the other person's perspective.
Why Do We Micromanage People? With Prof. Julia Milner
Q: If you feel that you have a motivational micromanager, what is the best way to give them feedback?
Ask for permission to share feedback and frame it positively, focusing on specific examples of effective behavior.
Why Do We Micromanage People? With Prof. Julia Milner
Q: What is the experience between anxiety and micromanaging?
Micromanaging comes from a place of care but can result in losing control and empowerment for the team member, which creates anxiety.
Why Do We Micromanage People? With Prof. Julia Milner
Q: How would you define micromanaging?
Micromanaging is when someone tells you what to do in detail and expects you to execute it step-by-step without any input from you.
David Lancefield Has A Better Way To Talk About Mental Health At Work
Q: What are the right questions to ask about doing your best work?
Ask what gets in the way of doing their best work and what has helped them in the past.

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This podcast focuses on the intersection of mental health and workplace dynamics, particularly emphasizing anxiety and its pervasive impact on professional life. Through conversations with experts and individuals sharing their personal experiences, it aims to support listeners in reframing their understanding of anxiety, success, and leadership. Topics addressed include the emotional ramifications of corporate pressures, strategies for navigating stress, discussions on self-compassion, and the importance of community support in overcoming workplace challenges. The unique approach taken here is to destigmatize mental health discussions in professional contexts while providing actionable insights to help individuals thrive despite their anxie... more

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