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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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Is your anxiety something you need to eliminate or something you need to understand better? In this episode, I talk with psychologist Alice Boyes about the everyday patterns that can make anxiety worse. Alice shares why trying to control anxiety ofte... more

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Are today’s college students really in a mental health crisis, or are you misunderstanding what it’s always been like to grow up? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Alexis Redding, a Harvard developmental psychologist and editor of Mental Health in Col... more

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What if the anxiety you feel walking into a meeting, networking event, or conference isn’t a personal flaw, but social anxiety? In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen talks about the psychology behind social anxiety and why avoid... more

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What if the skill that makes you a stronger leader is the same skill that protects free speech? In this episode, I’m joined by Greg Lukianoff, First Amendment attorney, to talk about emotional reasoning, why discomfort isn’t the same as danger, and w... more

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Recent Guests

Alice Boyes
PhD, author of The Anxiety Toolkit
Author, The Anxiety Toolkit
Episode: Manage Anxiety When It's Your Daily Companion with Alice Boyes
Dr. Ellen Hendriksen
Clinical psychologist and author of How To Be Yourself
Boston University Card Center
Episode: Hiding In The Bathroom: Social Anxiety And You with Dr. Ellen Hendriksen & Arvind Rajan
Arvind Rajan
CEO/leader with experience at LinkedIn and Cricket Health
Cricket Health
Episode: Hiding In The Bathroom: Social Anxiety And You with Dr. Ellen Hendriksen & Arvind Rajan
Greg Lukianoff
President and Chief Executive of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Greg Lukianoff: Why Free Speech Makes Us Mentally Stronger
Shirzad Chamine
Inventor of Positive Intelligence
Positive Intelligence
Episode: Jedi Mindsets for the Anxious Achiever with Shirzad Chamine
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

Host

Morra Aarons-Mele
Host with extensive experience in mental health, workplace culture, and leadership. Advocates for reframing anxiety and mental health discussions 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 States3 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 States6 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 States7 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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Listeners appreciate the nuanced discussions about mental health and leadership, and many resonate deeply with the experiences shared by guests.
Feedback indicates that the show provides valuable insights that lead to actionable takeaways for managing anxiety and enhancing workplace engagement.
Overall, the program is commended for fostering empathy and open discussions around mental health, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating the challenges of work and personal growth.
There is a strong call for broader conversations about workplace culture, with some audience members expressing dissatisfaction toward perceived focus on specific demographics.

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Greg Lukianoff: Why Free Speech Makes Us Mentally Stronger
Q: Why does your work couple CBT with defending free speech, and how do cognitive distortions relate to this debate?
CBT teaches that our interpretations of events can distort reality; Lukianoff argues that overprotecting people from discomfort through speech policies can amplify mental distress and undermine resilience, making space for open dialogue essential.
Greg Lukianoff: Why Free Speech Makes Us Mentally Stronger
Q: Explain what the First Amendment is in real life and why it's essential to a healthy society.
It protects free speech as a core structural element of a democracy, ensuring people can discuss, critique, and learn from each other without government suppression, which is crucial for a healthy, adaptable society.
Hiding In The Bathroom: Social Anxiety And You with Dr. Ellen Hendriksen & Arvind Rajan
Q: What practical steps can someone take to manage social anxiety in leadership roles?
Use a two-bucket approach: change (prepare, reframe thoughts, plan coping strategies) and acceptance (self-compassion, realistic expectations). Also, focus on playing to your strengths and delegating or avoiding tasks that overwhelm you.
Your Attachment Style At Work with Jack Hinman
Q: Can you think of a time in your own life when your own preoccupied attachment style bumped up against a manager or colleague who was a very different style?
The guest describes how clashes arise when an anxious, preoccupied employee encounters an avoidant boss; the key is to recognize the pattern, seek feedback, and adjust by taking more initiative to drive the relationship and set up regular check-ins.
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.

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1. Alice Boyes
2. Dr. Ellen Hendriksen
3. Arvind Rajan
4. Greg Lukianoff
5. Shirzad Chamine
6. Jennifer Kahnweiler
7. Chris Voss
8. Moshe Cohen

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