Calm The Hell Down

What does it mean to build a personal brand? How can we do it in a way that feels authentic (even if self promotion does NOT come naturally)? And how can we ensure that our self esteem doesn’t become tied to the number of likes we get? In this episode, Laura chats with NYC based yoga and meditation teacher Zaina Budayr who merges her background as a creative producer and brand manager with her wor...

What are our money stories? How do our thoughts and feelings around money impact how we show up in the world? And how are we unintentionally sabotaging ourselves when it comes to our finances? In this episode, Laura chats with Business, Wealth & Mindset Mentor Natalie J. Hall about how we can uncover our money stories, reframe our beliefs around money, and create intentional strategies to buil...

How can you build a life that doesn’t just look great, but feels amazing? Why do you need to give yourself space during times of transition? And how can you take aligned action to move towards your goals and the life you want to create? In this episode, Laura speaks with mindset coach Emily Bundellu, about how her “perfect life” came crashing down, how she learned to surrender, and how she helps h...

How do the stories we tell ourselves affect our lives? Which ones light us up and which ones hold us back? And how do those stories impact our careers, relationships, and overall well being? In this episode, Laura speaks with the CEO and Founder of ARC Inc, Amelia Randolph Campbell, about how we can reframe our negative stories to live happier, more fulfilling lives. Plus, she shares a simple exer...

What does it mean to regulate our nervous system? Why are so many of us dysregulated? And why are we spending so much time in fight or flight mode? In this episode Laura talks with Nervous System Expert Laura Larios about the symptoms of nervous system dysregulation and why it can cause us to procrastinate, get sick, and feel unmotivated. Plus, she shares simple 3 minute exercises you can incorpor...

What is the Enneagram and what do your results say about you? How can it help you improve your relationships and your business? And how do your core motivations impact how you move through the world? In this episode, Laura chats with Mindset Life Coach and an Accredited Enneagram Practitioner Sam Baldock (Samantha Jane Coaching) about each Enneagram type and how understanding them can help you exc...

Does what we eat affect our anxiety levels? (Spoiler alert: it does.) Why do we get hangry (and hanxious)? And what should we be eating to ease our anxiety? So many people were asking for an episode about nutrition and stress and I couldn’t have found a better person to chat with. In this episode, Certified Holistic Nutritionist Meg De Jong discusses how nutrition impacts our brains and mental hea...

Can an emergency checklist calm us down? Does preparing for the worst act as an antidote to stress? And why is checking things off a to-do list SO satisfying? In this episode, Laura chats with Certified Professional Organizer (one of only 400 in the world!) C. Lee Cawley about the most effective and calming ways to organize our homes. Plus, she shares SUCH practical advice for travel prep, emergen...

Should we rethink what we expect of our partners? Are the love languages actually helpful? And what can rats teach us about community? In this episode, Laura chats with therapist and expansion coach Monique Harding about the importance of communication, setting effective boundaries, and how becoming more curious can help us understand our partners in a completely new way. Learn more about Monique’...

Why is it that our brains always go to the most negative thought? How can we reframe our inner critic? What is the feedback loop from hell (and how can we get out of it)? This week, Laura chats with her business coach Ellie Swift about how burnout led her to a “living room floor moment” that changed her career, taking a fear inventory, and asking “Is that actually true?” Listen to Ellie’s podcast...

Can oil massage alleviate racing thoughts? Can adding coriander to your food cool you down? And how can we engage with wellness practices with integrity? In this episode, Laura chats with Jyoti Chadda, founder of My Wellness Company and host of the Decolonizing Wellness podcast about the complex system of Ayurveda, the doshas, her journey back to her roots, and the 3 Rs of decolonizing wellness. ...

What is our cyclic nature? How have we gotten so disconnected from it? And how can understanding your cycle help you kick ass at work? In this episode, Laura talks with award-winning cycle coach, speaker, and podcaster Charlotte Pointeaux about how we can develop a deeper understanding of our cycles, why we need to listen to our bodies way more, and how we can turn our period into our superpower. ...

How can we quickly re-center and calm down throughout the day? How can we give ourselves the time and space to go after big goals? And what's the benefit of throwing a lot of balls in the air at once? In this episode, Laura sits down with yoga teacher Anton Brandt to discuss this, and how he created a stunning 275 acre retreat center in coastal Portugal.  Follow Anton  on Instagram: @antonbra...

How can we design our spaces in a way that calms us down? How does design affect introverts and extroverts differently? And why is clutter killing us? In this episode, Laura sits down with architect Angela Mazzi to discuss these things, as well as what she and Fabricio should keep in mind when building the retreat center. Check out Angela’s website, subscribe to Architecting , and follow her on In...

What can we learn from grief? How does grief manifest itself? And can it put us on a new path? In this episode, Laura talks with Lauryn Laszczak about the loss of her son and how, through her grief, she was able to find new purpose. Follow Lauryn on Instagram: @iam_lauryn Listen to the Loss & Light Podcast . Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldownco Sign up for our weekly news...

What's this podcast about anyway? In the first episode, Laura shares why she felt called to start Calm the Hell Down, how she hopes it will help listeners, and the story behind how she and Fabricio decided to build a retreat center and remote working sanctuary on the coast of Ecuador. Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldownco Sign up for our weekly newsletter where we share w...

Calm The Hell Down is a podcast that explores how we can cultivate a sense of calm in a world that is anything but. When we’re calm, we’re better at everything we do - work, relationships, friendships, you name it. But in our high pressure culture, we need tools to help us stay grounded so we can be more creative, engaged, and present. Listen each week as we talk with experts who share unexpected...