210. Calling All Control Freaks: How to Stop Overfunctioning

Published: May 18, 2023, 4:01 a.m.

b'In this unplanned conversation, Amanda speaks up for everyone who\\u2019s been labeled a \\u201cControl Freak\\u201d \\u2013 anyone who feels like they have to hold up the entire sky for their families or businesses \\u2013 when what they really want is to feel supported and safe. Amanda shares vulnerably about: how she became an overfunctioner, the blessings and curses of being one, and the practical strategies she\\u2019s using to let go \\u2013 and what her partner is doing to make her feel like she can finally try to relax.\\xa0\\xa0\\n\\nIf this episode resonates, go back and listen to OVERWHELM: Is our exhaustion a sign that we\\u2019re CareTicking time bombs?\\n \\nTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy\\n \\n Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices'