“We suffer more in imagination than in reality" - Ep 376

How often does a simple “Can we have a chat tomorrow?” turn into a sleepless night imagining the worst? In this episode of Inspiration Nation, Lee, Ryan and José explore Seneca’s quote, “We suffer more in imagination than in reality.” Through honest stories about workplace anxiety, public speaking and stepping into leadership, they discuss how overthinking can turn uncertainty into unnecessary stress—and how their responses have changed with experience. The takeaway: focus on what you can control, challenge imagined outcomes and take action where you can. If you’ve ever worried about something that turned out to be absolutely fine, this conversation offers relatable reflections on managing stress, building resilience and recognising you’re not alone.  Enjoyed the episode? Like, subscribe and leave a review, follow @ListenToIN on X, and visit www.InspirationNation.org.uk.