The Strength to Stop: Breaking Free from the Superwoman Complex 🎙️

Do you ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Like saying “no” is impossible, and rest feels like a luxury you can’t afford? It’s time to talk about the superwoman complex—that relentless pressure to do it all and never show weakness.

In my latest blog post, I dive into:
✅ What the superwoman complex is and how it affects mental health.
✅ Why societal pressures, especially for women of color, make it harder to prioritize rest.
✅ Practical steps for counselors (and everyone else) to recognize the signs of burnout and take action.

Inspired by Simone Biles’ courageous decision to prioritize her mental health, this post is a call to redefine resilience and strength. It’s about knowing when to stop, realign, and give back to yourself.

Elizabeth Carr, LPC, ACS

Elizabeth is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Approved Clinical Supervisor practicing in Michigan and also licensed in Texas. Therapeutic experience includes working with adults and children who experience anxiety, depression and emotion dysregulation.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethcarrlpc/
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