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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 5 MIN

S2:EP9 You Say You’re Fine… But Your Body Knows You’re Not

from The Quiet As Kept Podcast With Shawnti Refuge · host Shawnti Refuge

Everybody keeps saying they’re “fine.” But anxiety is loud. Burnout is real. And functioning doesn’t mean you’re okay.In this episode, I’m breaking down what mental health actually looks like when you’re the one everybody depends on. The strong one. The reliable one. The one who “got it.”Because just because you’re showing up doesn’t mean you’re not silently drowning.We’re talking high-functioning anxiety, emotional suppression, survival mode, and what your body starts doing when your mind keeps ignoring what’s real.If you’ve been pushing through instead of healing… this episode is for you.Send us Fan MailSupport the showShawnti Boswell is an Award Winning Master Certified Mental Health Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Author of the best-selling book, “Quiet As Kept”, specializing in guided journaling for mental wellness. After overcoming severe depression and anxiety through journaling, Shawnti developed her own program, empowering individuals to heal and thrive without medication. She is the creator of Shawnti Refuge Journals, which carries a series of guided journals designed to help others release past traumas. With her relatable, no-nonsense approach, Shawnti's mission is to inspire personal growth and self-awareness. She is the founder of Stayin' Stuck Ain't Cute Coaching and a passionate advocate for mental health in both business and community settings. Website:ShawntiRefuge.comSocial media:IG: @shawntirefugejournalsFB: Shawnti BoswellTikTok: @shawntijournalbaeYouTube:  @shawntirefugejournals

Everybody keeps saying they’re “fine.” But anxiety is loud. Burnout is real. And functioning doesn’t mean you’re okay. In this episode, I’m breaking down what mental health actually looks like when you’re the one everybody depends on. The strong one. The reliable one. The one who “got it.” Because just because you’re showing up doesn’t mean you’re not silently drowning. We’re talking high-functioning anxiety, emotional suppression, survival mode, and what your body starts doing when you...

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Everybody keeps saying they’re “fine.” But anxiety is loud. Burnout is real. And functioning doesn’t mean you’re okay.In this episode, I’m breaking down what mental health actually looks like when you’re the one everybody depends on. The strong one....

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