Why Can’t I Relax Without Feeling Guilty? | Anxiety & Control | OnegirlOnegoal Podcast

Feeling guilty when you try to relax doesn’t always come from laziness or a lack of discipline.
 Sometimes it comes from anxiety — from being in control for so long that slowing down feels unsafe.

In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about guilt around rest, anxiety, and the quiet pressure to always be “on.” This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who finds it hard to relax without feeling like they should be doing more.

This episode isn’t about productivity or learning how to rest better.
 It’s about understanding why rest can trigger anxiety, why guilt shows up when life gets quiet, and how responsibility and survival mode can make slowing down feel uncomfortable.

If you’ve ever noticed that sitting still makes you uneasy, or that rest brings up self-blame instead of peace, this conversation is here to meet you gently.

Episode Notes / Additional Details 

This episode may resonate if:
– you feel guilty when you try to relax
– rest makes you anxious instead of calm
– you struggle with control or responsibility
– slowing down feels uncomfortable or unsafe
– you want mental health support that feels calm and human

Scripture referenced:
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28 (KJV)

Mental Health Disclaimer

This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment.