When you feel guilty for resting (+letting go of guilt & productivity pressure)

Feeling guilty for resting is one of the most common struggles when you live with anxiety, OCD, or low self-worth. In this short, soothing episode, therapist Jess Eden shares a gentle reframe on why you don’t need to earn your rest — and how to let go of the internal pressure to always be doing more. You’ll hear validation for emotional exhaustion, support for slowing down, and a calm reminder that rest isn’t a reward for productivity — it’s part of being human. 🎧 Follow Anxiously Capable for...

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Welcome to Anxiously Capable—the mental health podcast for anxious humans, and overthinkers who struggle with anxiety, OCD and self trust. Every week, therapist Jess Eden shares tips to help you stop spiralling, feel safe again and live a life that isn't controlled by anxiety and OCD.Because your mind might be chaotic, but your life doesn’t have to be. These episodes are your weekly reminder you can have an anxious brain and still do the hard things.Around here, anxiety and OCD don’t get the final say—you do.Grab your headphones… let’s get into it.