Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders and affects 18.1% of the population in the US every year. This means that approximately 40 million adults aged 18 and older have one form of anxiety disorder. But anxiety can actually be a positive motivator.

We talk to Dr. Chloe Carmichael about how we can transform anxiety into a positive source of energy and focus that actually facilitates a more productive and fulfilling life. She provides us with practical techniques and exercises to help deal with the stress that comes from social media, or perfectionism. Some of the things we discuss are:

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• What is Perfectionism from a psychologist's perspective, and how does it connect to beauty?
  
• Are there any benefits to perfectionism?
  
• What is Positive Psychology and its relevance to beauty and wellness?
  
• Can beauty routines, cosmetics, or any other form of self-care help us ease/overcome our anxiety?
  
• What is self-talk and why does it matter for us who are (happily) beauty obsessed?