Rory Gilmore Syndrome: Why High-Achievers Struggle with Anxiety and Burnout And How Therapy Can Help
Many gifted, high-achieving adults grow up praised for their accomplishments and later struggle with perfectionism, burnout, and constant pressure to succeed. This pattern, described as “Rory Gilmore Syndrome” can lead to anxiety, guilt around rest, and a deep reliance on external validation. In this post, I explore why this happens, how it impacts emotional well-being, and how therapy can help you break free from productivity-driven stress.
How Therapy Helps High Achievers Manage Perfectionism and Anxiety
High achievers often look successful on the outside but struggle with perfectionism, anxiety, and burnout behind the scenes. Therapy provides tools to calm the inner critic, build secure self-worth, and create balance. Learn how attachment-based and solution-focused therapy can help high achievers thrive without sacrificing mental health or relationships.