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EPISODE · Jan 18, 2026 · 7 MIN

WORK Net/Net: Control Is An Illusion

from Work with Erika Ayers Badan · host Erika Ayers Badan

In this episode of WORK Net Net, Erika breaks down why worry feels productive but rarely helps. From the illusion of control to the mental toll of trying to plan for outcomes you cannot predict, this conversation looks at anxiety as an affliction, not a strategy. If you have been spiraling, overthinking, or lying awake trying to solve problems that have not happened yet, this episode is about learning how to trust yourself more and conserve your energy for what actually matters. Get full access to Mule Media at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

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