FRIED. The Burnout Podcast #sarahshares - Here’s Why Your Anxiety is at a 11/10 Lately
Jun 22, 2025
Summer can amplify anxiety, turning your emotions up to eleven. Sarah Vosen discusses how seasonal energy shifts—especially around the solstice—can trigger racing thoughts and fatigue. She shares relatable stories, including one from a program graduate who faced unexpected unease without clear reasons. To combat this, she offers hydration tips, grounding foods, and calming techniques like self-massage. The focus is on reconnecting with your body and finding balance amidst the chaos.
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Graduate's Sudden Anxiety Spike
- A graduate of the Unfried program experienced sudden anxiety spikes and sleep problems with no clear life changes.
- This unexpected shift highlights how anxiety can intensify without obvious external triggers.
Summer Solstice Fuels Anxiety
- The summer solstice marks a surge in yang energy, marked by warmth, dryness, and activation.
- Excess yang energy, unchecked by yin, can trigger heightened anxiety, restless mind, and sleep disturbances.
Yin Deficiency Amplifies Anxiety
- Burnout depletes yin energy, which normally anchors and balances yang energy in the body.
- Without yin, yang energy accumulates in the upper body, causing hot chest/head and cold feet symptoms linked to anxiety.