Periagoge
Scenario

Why mindfulness feels impossible for anxious overachievers

My therapist says I need to be more present but every time I try to meditate I start making lists of things I should be doing instead.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The trained mind mistakes stillness for laziness and presence for neglect of duty.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Worry as time distortion?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.