If you’ve ever felt your stomach knot up before a big meeting, or noticed bloating creep in during a stressful week, you’re not imagining the connection. Anxiety and digestion are more tangled up than most people realise, and once you understand why, the...
I didn’t choose to stop. My body made the decision for me. A period of physical discomfort took away my ability to do much of anything — no busyness, no distraction, nowhere to hide in being productive. Most people would call that the worst possible timing. A...
Your coworkers think of you as someone who works hard, pays attention to details, and gets things done. They know you’re always prepared, evade unexpected issues, and complete your work. In your own mind, it never feels like enough. You play conversations over...
Signs of imposter syndrome at work can be hard to recognise, especially when you are doing well on the outside. Other people may see you as capable and successful, yet underneath it, you still worry that you are not as competent as they think. Part of you fears that,...
Stress and anxiety can affect digestion through the gut–brain connection. Many people experience anxiety and digestive issues without immediately realising that the brain and digestive system are closely connected through what scientists call the gut–brain...
Imposter syndrome vs anxiety often feels impossible to separate, especially when you know your material, you’ve prepared, and you are capable. And yet, the moment you’re asked a question or put on the spot, your mind goes blank, your heart races, and a...
