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[FIRST NAME GOES HERE], this is different

Published 9 months ago • 2 min read

Hey there Reader,

It’s a 5th Tuesday—which doesn’t happen often! So instead of my usual letter, I’m sharing something a little different: a fun new tool I’ve been working on just for you.

Do you ever wonder why—despite working hard, caring for everyone, or striving for excellence—you still end the day feeling like your energy tank is bone-dry?

Here’s the surprising truth:
What helps you shine under pressure might also be what drains you the fastest. 😲

That’s why I created a quick (and honestly kind of fun) quiz to help you uncover your secret “superpower mode” under stress.

👉 Do you love jumping in to solve all the things like MacGyver?
👉 Do you struggle to accept anything less than perfection like Paul Hollywood?
👉 Or are you more like a cozy warm blanket—always making everyone feel cared for?

You’ll not only learn which pattern shows up for you most, but you’ll also walk away with a practical strategy to take the pressure off—so you can stop spinning your wheels and start feeling steady again.

It only takes about 2 minutes, and the insights are instantly useful (and surprisingly spot-on).

✨ Take the Quiz Here​
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From working with hundreds of clients over 15+ years (and living into these modes myself), I know how exhausting it feels to keep doing all the things and never feel caught up.

This quiz will help you name the pattern, maybe laugh at yourself a little, and most importantly—do something different.

Go ahead and click the link now—your results might surprise you.

👉 Click here to take the Quiz​

And remember, you are always loved—no matter what.

warmly,

Sherri M. Herman, MA, LPCC

P.S. ​
Share the quiz with a friend and compare your results—it makes for a surprisingly fun (and eye-opening) conversation.

If you received this from a friend, you can click here to get your own letter from me.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10a - 10p, ET OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Learn More. You can also call or text HELP to 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org​

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Sherri M. Herman, MA, LPCC - Psychotherapist

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