Alison and Taylor are holding nothing back in Episode 3! No one is "perfect," yet many people struggle to be a perfectionist...which can trigger a cascade of anxieties. But why is that? Listen as the anxiety chicks break-down why people-pleasing, bullying, & saying 'no' may all play a role in the mind of a perfectionist. Learn tips on how to love all that yo ... Show More
Jul 25
293. Where Have We Been? Taylor’s Next Journey Explained
After five incredible years of The Anxiety Chicks, it's time to share where I've been... and what's next. If you've been wondering why episodes stopped, what happened behind the scenes, or what the future holds for The Anxiety Chicks, this episode is for you. Today I'm sharing my ... Show More
15m 19s
May 27
291. Death Isn’t a Dirty Word with Julie McFadden
The Chicks sit down with hospice nurse, educator, and best-selling author Julie McFadden for an honest and compassionate conversation about death, dying, and how embracing mortality can actually help us live more fully. Julie shares her journey from ICU nursing to hospice care, w ... Show More
55m 25s
May 2023
86. Perfectionism and academic anxiety
Perfectionism is on the rise amongst young people, and in this episode we break down exactly what it means to have perfectionist tendencies. We examine the theories of personality, our upbringing, links to OCD and ADHD and what it means for academic performance and anxiety. We al ... Show More
42m 20s
Jul 2025
Advice for Perfectionists & Procrastinators
Do you call yourself a perfectionist? In this episode, I’ll show you why perfectionism isn’t a strength—it’s a fear wearing a clever disguise. I’ll break down the real fears behind perfectionism and share how you can overcome them to finally take action, embrace imperfection, and ... Show More
17m 48s
Oct 2019
Stop Being So Hard on Yourself: The Scary Truths Behind Perfectionism, Overcoming the Pressure to be Perfect, and Changing Your Mindset
<p>In today's episode, Abby reveals the past experiences in her life that shaped her into the perfectionist-natured human that she is today. She talks about how to recognize perfectionist behaviors, how to overcome perfectionism and change your mindset to eliminate the stress of ... Show More
1h 2m
Apr 2021
#8: You Don't Need to be Perfect, Believe Me
<p>Are you a perfectionist? Or maybe you're trying to be the "flawless person" you think that you're expected to be. Beneath it, is a fear that you're not good enough as you are. Today, I'll show you how to reconnect with your Authentic Self and heal ... Show More
25m 49s
Jun 2021
#17: Why You're Anxious All the Time
Anxiety is a natural human feeling that we all share. But what if this anxiety is persistent and rooted in people-pleasing, ignoring your own intuition, and "performing" for others approval? And In today's episode, we will be talking about how you can learn how to step into your ... Show More
20m 30s
Sep 2024
Advice for Perfectionists
<p>Are you tired of letting perfectionism hold you back? In this episode, I dive into how perfectionism is really just fear in disguise and how it's stopping you from taking action, procrastinating, and living the life you deserve. If you're constantly tweaking, editing, or delay ... Show More
19m 49s
Jul 2025
EP 505: Unhooking from Perfectionism with Mary
<p>In this session, Christine coaches Mary, a high-achieving working mom who feels stuck in an anxious loop of striving, self-pressure, and "never-enoughness." Underneath her drive for excellence is a deep fear of falling behind or being seen as "not good enough."</p> <p>Together ... Show More
38m 28s