Meredith Arthur, Chief of Staff at Pinterest and author of "Get Out of My Head," dives deep into managing anxiety and overthinking. She discusses the significance of polyvagal theory and somatic exercises for nervous system regulation. Meredith shares practical routines for daily anxiety relief and the healing power of community support. The conversation also highlights the interplay between belief, bodywork, and mental health, along with grounding techniques that enhance emotional well-being.

Meredith Arthur, author of "Get Out of My Head" and creator of Beautiful Voyager, shares her journey of self-discovery after a painful wake-up call. She discusses the conflict between societal expectations and personal fulfillment, illustrating her struggle with anxiety and the pressure of success in the publishing world. Meredith highlights the importance of naming our inner fears and embracing authenticity in everyday life, ultimately revealing how self-acceptance can lead to true happiness.

All her life, Meredith Arthur is a model of competence and control, and it sweeps her higher and higher up the professional ladder. But inside, something isn’t right. After a painful wake-up call, Meredith drops the version of herself that she’s constructed and starts noticing the one she’s long neglected.Learn more about Meredith's website Beautiful Voyager: https://bevoya.comIf this episode resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to share your reflections by rating and reviewing Meditative Story in your podcast player. It helps other listeners find their way to the show, and we’d be so grateful.Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.