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Calmly Coping - How To Prioritize Yourself Without Being Selfish

How To Prioritize Yourself Without Being Selfish

12/14/22 • 11 min

Calmly Coping

“Is it selfish to prioritize yourself? I don’t want other people to view me as being selfish or inconsiderate...” These are the things I hear from so many of my clients and students with high-functioning anxiety because they have been taught that it’s selfish to take care of your needs first and they’re afraid of being viewed in a negative light by others. This perception further perpetuates the belief that your needs don’t matter, that they aren’t important. Let’s dive into this topic so you can learn how to prioritize yourself WITHOUT being selfish.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Is prioritizing yourself selfish?
  • The importance of nuance in discussing self-care and mental health
  • Tangible tips and thought exercises to help you prioritize yourself... without being selfish

Article mentioned in episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/12/opinion/mental-health-therapy-instagram.html

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Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident.

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TAKE THE FREE COURSE: HOW TO CALM YOUR MIND SO YOU CAN FINALLY RELAX

https://calmlycoping.com/relax

*** 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 below.

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

*** 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

**TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ**

http://hfaquiz.com

*** 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.

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“Is it selfish to prioritize yourself? I don’t want other people to view me as being selfish or inconsiderate...” These are the things I hear from so many of my clients and students with high-functioning anxiety because they have been taught that it’s selfish to take care of your needs first and they’re afraid of being viewed in a negative light by others. This perception further perpetuates the belief that your needs don’t matter, that they aren’t important. Let’s dive into this topic so you can learn how to prioritize yourself WITHOUT being selfish.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Is prioritizing yourself selfish?
  • The importance of nuance in discussing self-care and mental health
  • Tangible tips and thought exercises to help you prioritize yourself... without being selfish

Article mentioned in episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/12/opinion/mental-health-therapy-instagram.html

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Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident.

++++++

TAKE THE FREE COURSE: HOW TO CALM YOUR MIND SO YOU CAN FINALLY RELAX

https://calmlycoping.com/relax

*** 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 below.

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

*** 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

**TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ**

http://hfaquiz.com

*** 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.

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Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident.

++++++

**TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ**

http://hfaquiz.com

*** 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 below.

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

*** 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.

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Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident.

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ATTEND THE CULTIVATE A CALM MIND FOR 2023 LIVE WORKSHOP

https://calmlycoping.com/2023

TAKE THE FREE COURSE: HOW TO CALM YOUR MIND SO YOU CAN FINALLY RELAX

https://calmlycoping.com/relax

*** 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 below.

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

*** 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

**TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ**

http://hfaquiz.com

*** 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.

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