The Anxious Overachiever

The Anxious Overachiever

Here's your first Friday Q&A.

Social anxiety, Taylor Swift, and unrepentant grandparents.

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Kathleen Smith
Dec 01, 2023
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Q: I find that I often want to rush through family activities or meals and socializing with friends. I can’t wait to get out the door as soon as possible. Is it anxiety driving me to hurry all the time to get it over with? Any suggestions on how to work on this bad habit and actually learn to enjoy slowing down. 

A: How do you want to measure useful or r…

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