
Calmly Coping
Calmly Coping is the go-to podcast for high-achieving professionals who look like they have it all together—but inside, they’re overthinking, self-doubting, and feeling the weight of constant pressure.
I’m Tati Garcia, a licensed therapist and coach specializing in high-functioning anxiety. I help ambitious professionals break free from the cycle of overworking, overthinking, and never feeling good enough, so you can cultivate confidence, balance, and peace—without sacrificing success.
If you struggle with:
✔ Overanalyzing everything and second-guessing yourself
✔ Feeling stuck in busyness but unsure how to slow down
✔ Putting immense pressure on yourself to always do more
✔ Trouble relaxing, switching off, or setting boundaries
✔ Self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and fear of failure
Then you’re in the right place.
Each bite-sized, evidence-based episode is designed to help you manage anxiety, improve focus and performance, communicate more confidently, and build the inner calm you crave.
New episodes every other week. Hit follow and start breaking free from the anxiety-driven cycle today.
Latest episodes

Aug 21, 2024 • 11min
How to Stop Seeking External Validation and Increase Your Self-Worth
When you’re high-achieving, it can be easy to attach your self-worth to your accomplishments, and this includes the external validation you receive as a result of these accomplishments. This can look like only feeling good about yourself when you receive compliments, positive feedback, or any type of validation. The problem with this is that it leaves you in a roller coaster of ups and downs: feeling good when things are going well, and feeling worthless when they aren’t. In this episode, you’ll learn how to STOP relying on external validation so you can increase your worth (and confidence) from within. In this episode, you will learn: How relying on external validation negatively impacts your self-worth 8 tips to help you stop seeking external validation Practical action steps that will result in increased self-worth ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ——————— ▶️ Watch the Free Training: Achieve a Calm Mind, Balanced Life, and Empowered Confidence in 90 Days: ****https://calmlycoping.com/workshop 💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ——————— Want more? 👩🏽💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me 👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping 📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ——————— My favorite tools: 🧘🏽♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 🕊️ Moonbird (Handheld Breathing Coach)*: https://calmlycoping.com/moonbird ——————— Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ——————— Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Aug 14, 2024 • 16min
Cultivating Self-Trust: Anxiety vs Intuition
Your intuition is the inner voice that just knows, without having to reason consciously. It’s the gut feeling, the sense that you know what decision to make or when something (or someone) just doesn’t feel right. It’s not magic, but a product of your unconscious mind processing past information and experience. But sometimes anxiety can feel like a gut feeling, the fear that “something doesn’t feel right” or “I don’t want to do this thing because I’m afraid” can be easily confused for intuition. In this episode, I’ll be diving into how you can discern your intuition from anxiety so you can listen to your needs and make the best decisions you can in the moment. In this episode, you will learn: The characteristics of anxiety-driven thoughts What exactly your intuition is and what you can use it for 5 practical tips to help you effectively discern between your anxiety and intuition My 5 Minute Journaling Trick for Anxiety & Overwhelm: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/journal-for-anxiety/ Source: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/intuition ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ——————— 📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com 🎓 Learn more about The Calm & Ambitious Membership: https://www.calmandambitious.com/ 🖊️ Join the waitlist for my 1:1 services: http://calmlycoping.com/waitlist 💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ——————— Want more? 👩🏽💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me 👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping 📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ——————— My favorite tools: 🧘🏽♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 🕊️ Moonbird (Handheld Breathing Coach)*: https://calmlycoping.com/moonbird ——————— Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ——————— Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Aug 7, 2024 • 16min
Feeling Overwhelmed? Simple Tips to Reduce Stress
If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're in the right place. Overwhelm can be triggered by a high workload, emotional stress, life transitions, information overload, and perfectionism, just to give a few examples. In today's episode, I'm going to share practical tips and insights to help you navigate those intense feelings of overwhelm, regain your balance, and find your calm. So, grab your favorite drink, take a deep breath, and let's dive in. In this episode, you will learn: The importance of identifying triggers for what is causing you overwhelm 7 practical tips to reduce feelings of overwhelm Motivating words to help you get through this tough period of time Mentioned in episode: The Truth Behind Why You’re Overwhelmed: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/why-youre-overwhelmed/ 5 Minute Journaling Trick For Anxiety & Overwhelm: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/journal-for-anxiety/ ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ——————— 📚 Check out Shortform and get a free trial and 20% discount at shortform.com/tati ——————— Want more? 👩🏽💻 Work with me: ****My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me 👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping 📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: ****http://hfaquiz.com ——————— My favorite tools: 🧘🏽♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 🕊️ Moonbird (Handheld Breathing Coach)*: https://calmlycoping.com/moonbird ——————— Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ——————— Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Jul 31, 2024 • 12min
Burnout Recovery: How I help my clients go from overwhelmed to calm
Are you feeling emotionally and physically exhausted from work and/or other responsibilities? Burnout can leave you feeling hopeless, drained, and stuck, but it doesn’t have to be that way. I specialize in helping clients recover from burnout so they can stop surviving and being thriving. Today, I'll share the strategy I use to help my clients go from overwhelmed to calm. Stay to the end to see how you can apply these steps to your own life and start your journey to recovery. In this episode you will learn: The signs of burnout My 3-step process for burnout recovery The surprising piece of burnout recovery that is more than just “rest and recharge” ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ——————— 🖊️ Join the waitlist for my 1:1 services: http://calmlycoping.com/waitlist 💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ——————— Want more? 👩🏽💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here:https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me 👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today:https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping 📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz:http://hfaquiz.com ——————— My favorite tools: 🧘🏽♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 🕊️ Moonbird (Handheld Breathing Coach)*: https://calmlycoping.com/moonbird ——————— Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ——————— 🎵 Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead 📄 Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Jul 24, 2024 • 19min
Escape Survival Mode and Heal Your Nervous System
Are you stuck in survival mode, feeling overwhelmed and constantly anxious? Discover the science behind this state and learn seven practical steps to heal your nervous system. Explore overlooked strategies, like deep breathing and the power of social support, that can help mitigate stress. Uncover the vital role of exercise in your mental well-being and the importance of patience during the healing process. It's time to reclaim your calm and find peace in your life!

Jul 17, 2024 • 7min
My 5 Minute Journaling Trick for Anxiety & Overwhelm
I can’t even begin to count the amount of times I’ve heard from people who just found me or are just beginning to work with me, “I’ve tried journaling but I don’t know how to do it!” Or, “Journaling just turns into a giant brain dump and I can write forever but then I feel like nothing changes.” If this sounds like you, then you are absolutely not alone. Journaling is something you may have heard about or been told to do many times before, but it can feel daunting when you don’t know where to start. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing my 5-minute journaling trick that I use myself and teach my clients and students to help you clear the clutter and calm your mind from anxiety and overwhelm. In this episode, you will learn: My simple 3-part process to journal for anxiety and overwhelm Specific examples to help you fully understand the process When to use this journaling technique ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ++++++++ GET ON THE WAITLIST FOR MY 1:1 SERVICES: http://calmlycoping.com/waitlist SUBMIT A MESSAGE, QUESTION, COMMENT OR SUGGESTION TO THE PODCAST: https://calmlycoping.com/message Want more? WORK WITH ME: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me JOIN THE CALMLY COPING GROUP: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ: http://hfaquiz.com MY FAVORITE TOOLS: Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 SAY HI ON SOCIAL: Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead DISCLAIMER All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Jul 10, 2024 • 19min
How Your Phone is Destroying Your Mental Health
Imagine waking up every day feeling drained, anxious, and overwhelmed, all because of a tiny device in your pocket. Your phone, a source of constant negativity, comparison, and pressure to always be connected, is quietly destroying your mental health. In the next few minutes, I'll share how these subtle yet powerful effects impact you daily and share practical steps to reclaim your peace and mental health. In this episode, you will learn: The 4 significant reasons why your phone is destroying your mental health How constantly being connected can put you in a state of anxiety Practical tips for how to create boundaries with your phone to improve your mental health Related: 12 tips to use social media more intentionally: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/12-tips-to-use-social-media-intentionally/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/-_wLgY-tRz8?si=EN-3n8BD1PgTT73m Sources: - https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2020/survey-data-confirm-increases-in-anxiety-depression-and-suicidal-thinking-among-u-s-adolescents - https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2019/07/12/a-growing-number-of-american-teenagers-particularly-girls-are-facing-depression/ - https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170623133039.htm - https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2016/11/16/voters-perceptions-of-crime-continue-to-conflict-with-reality/ - https://dartcenter.org/content/violence-comparing-reporting-and-reality - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-we-worry/202009/the-psychological-impact-negative-news ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ++++++++ WATCH THE FREE TRAINING: HOW TO CREATE WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND FEEL CALMER AS A HIGH-ACHIEVING PROFESSIONAL: https://calmlycoping.com/workshop SUBMIT A MESSAGE, QUESTION, COMMENT OR SUGGESTION TO THE PODCAST: https://calmlycoping.com/message Want more? WORK WITH ME: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me JOIN THE CALMLY COPING GROUP: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ: http://hfaquiz.com MY FAVORITE TOOLS: Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 SAY HI ON SOCIAL: Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead DISCLAIMER All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Jul 3, 2024 • 27min
Feeling Out of Control? (Your questions answered)
Celebrate reaching an amazing milestone with insights on coping with anxiety. Discover strategies for overthinking conversations and handling emotional triggers. Learn how the vibes of others can influence your own stress levels. The discussion includes managing high-functioning anxiety symptoms during menstrual cycles and practicing self-compassion. Gain invaluable tips for navigating life's big events when everything feels chaotic. Plus, find out what to do when stress surfaces, even with self-care in place!

Jun 26, 2024 • 8min
Positive Affirmations for Perfectionism
Dive into a guided affirmations exercise that tackles perfectionism head-on. Discover how fear, procrastination, and self-criticism hold you back, while positive affirmations can rewire your mind for confidence. Embrace progress by celebrating small wins and releasing the grip of unrealistic standards. With empowering affirmations, learn to cultivate self-acceptance and recognize your unique imperfections. Regular practice can transform your mindset, helping you thrive instead of self-sabotaging.

Jun 19, 2024 • 18min
5 Tips to Stop Rushing Through Your Life (for high achievers)
If you find yourself perpetually rushing through your life from one task to the next, one event to the next, one milestone to the next, with a constant internal state of urgency and rushing, then this episode is for you. Maybe you look back on your day or on time with your loved ones and wonder: where was I? It’s possible you were so focused on getting to the next thing that you weren’t fully present for the experience that was right in front of you: the present moment. When you are constantly in this state, you end up missing your life. Stay tuned for practical tips to help you STOP rushing through your life so you can be more present for the experiences and people you love. In this episode, you will learn: The top reasons why you are constantly rushing through life (what is keeping you stuck) 5 practical tips to help you STOP rushing through your life How to fully embrace the moment so you can be more present in your life ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ++++++++ TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ: http://hfaquiz.com SUBMIT A MESSAGE, QUESTION, COMMENT OR SUGGESTION TO THE PODCAST: https://calmlycoping.com/message Want more? WORK WITH ME: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance. Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me JOIN THE CALMLY COPING GROUP: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping MY FAVORITE TOOLS: Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 SAY HI ON SOCIAL: Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead DISCLAIMER All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues. *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.