
When the Confident Ones Are Struggling Too: How High-Functioning Anxiety Hides Behind Confidence
What if the most outgoing, confident person in the room is also the most anxious? We tend to picture anxiety as someone visibly shrinking back but for many people, it wears a smile, works the room, and never lets on how hard it's fighting underneath. In this episode, Dr. Beth Capecchi sits down with Nick, a warm, high-energy young man whose easy confidence hides a daily battle most people never see.
Episode Overview
Dr. Beth first met Nick at a car dealership, struck by how naturally engaging and self-assured he was, never guessing the anxiety and depression he quietly carries. In this candid…
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