Locked in Work Mode
Escaping the Perfectionism Trap,
Recovering from the Compulsion to Keep Busy,
Finding Joy in a Duty-Driven World
by Vassia Sar
Release date: Winter 2024
Cover Design: Cigdem Guven
Locked in Work Mode
Author: Vassia Sar
ISBN/EAN Hardcover: 978-90-834057-4-2
ISBN/EAN Paperback: 978-90-834057-3-5
(text: English)
Are you trapped in an unending cycle of relentless striving and perpetual busyness, driven by the pursuit of perfection?
Do you find it impossible to disengage from 'Work Mode,' even during your supposed moments of rest, unable to relax or enjoy life, always driven by the need to do more?
Locked in Work Mode is an expertly crafted guide by a seasoned psychologist, designed to help you liberate yourself from the crippling demands of perfectionism.
In this transformative book, you'll discover how to:
Recognize and dismantle the perfectionist mindset that drives constant worry, guilt, and restlessness.
Understand the true cost of living in 'Work Mode' and its impact on your mental and physical health.
Set healthy boundaries to protect yourself from burnout and anxiety.
Cultivate interests and hobbies that bring genuine joy and balance to your life.
Embrace rest and leisure without the nagging pressure to be productive.
Through relatable anecdotes, psychological insights, practical advice, and actionable steps, Locked in Work Mode empowers you to reclaim your life from the compulsion to keep busy.
This book empowers you to grow and succeed without exhausting yourself or losing sight of what truly matters.
It's time to escape the hustle mentality and live a life filled with presence, joy, and authentic happiness.
Discover a new way of living with Locked in Work Mode and start your journey towards a balanced, fulfilling life today.
Stay tuned!
Release date Winter 2024
Locked in Work Mode
About the author
Vassia Sarantopoulou (pen name Vassia Sar) is a psychologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in helping heart-centered entrepreneurs and professionals overcome perfectionism anxiety and its debilitating effects. With a focus on clients struggling with anxiety and burnout, Vassia has dedicated her career to transforming lives and boosting mental health and resilience.
Drawing from Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and the framework of ikigai, Vassia employs a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to guide her clients towards lasting change.
Having been an overwhelmed perfectionist firsthand, Vassia understands the paralyzing impact of this toxic mindset. She has experienced the self-sabotage, missed opportunities and strained relationships that come with it. Everything changed when Vassia discovered how to reverse this mindset using proven, evidence-based tools and strategies from Schema Therapy. By transforming her approach, she watched her business thrive and her personal life flourish like never before. No longer overworking and stressing out, Vassia now enjoys the journey and sees greater success and fulfillment in her life.
In addition to her therapy programs that have changed countless lives, Vassia runs an online-courses academy focused on anxiety, burnout, and overcoming perfectionism. Through these courses, she empowers individuals to embrace opportunities and grow their businesses while maintaining clarity, confidence, and calm.
Today, Vassia helps others do the same, guiding them to overcome perfectionism, embrace opportunities, and achieve success without exhausting themselves or losing sight of what truly matters.
author photo: Simona Graszl