From Pissed Off to Poised- A Podcast for Busy Women Professionals

In this episode of From Pissed Off to Poised , I’m thrilled to welcome my dear friend and client, Dr. Shelley Fiscus. Together, we explore how she transformed her anger in real time during a significant life transition that wasn’t entirely her choice. Faced with plenty of reasons to feel frustrated, Dr. Fiscus found a way to process her emotions and make peace with her circumstances. We dive into...

Back in Episode 5 of From Pissed Off to Poised , I introduced the Mini Anger Protocol—a quick tool to help you navigate those heated moments when anger takes over. Today, we’re diving deeper. In this episode, I’ll break down how the protocol works, step by step, and guide you through an 8-step process to create a more personalized, comprehensive approach. This isn’t just about calming down; it’s a...

In this episode, I introduce the concept of "going to neutral"—a powerful practice that helps you pause when emotions flare, so you can respond with intention, not reaction. I’m sharing practical tools and insights to help you consciously create a calm, balanced space by aligning your heart and mind. We’ll dive into exercises that tap into the heart's role in transforming how we sho...

In this episode, we dive into understanding our reactions to anger by exploring whether it’s truly anger we’re feeling—or if it’s something deeper that’s yet to surface. I’m excited to welcome Bev Aron, who shares her insights on how processing our emotions can lead us to uncover the real causes behind our anger and how we react to it. One key element in processing emotions—especially the difficul...

Have you ever noticed that when anger shows up, it's often covering up something deeper? For so many of us, anger feels familiar, maybe even easier to lean into than other uncomfortable emotions. But here's the thing: anger often isn't the root of the issue—it's a reaction, a secondary emotion masking what's really going on beneath the surface. In this episode, we're...

In this episode, I’m honored to welcome Dr. Kemia Sarraf, whose insights have deeply shaped my understanding of the impact of trauma and its ripple effects on individuals and society. Together, we dive into the intricate relationship between our anger and past trauma, exploring how these emotions can serve as powerful indicators of unresolved scenarios in our lives.  Dr. Sarraf, a trauma-responsiv...

Stress can feel overwhelming, unwelcome, and even surprise us when it strikes. Yet, with a solid support system, we can turn that stress into a catalyst for growth. On the flip side, when stress drags on without enough support or time to recover, it morphs into toxic stress, paving the way for trauma that can throw us off our path of personal development. In this episode, I’m diving into the Stres...

How do our past experiences shape our responses, especially when it comes to anger? Often, we think of trauma as something catastrophic—a “big T” trauma. But the truth is, those smaller, less obvious events, the “little t” traumas, can also profoundly impact how we navigate our emotions and reactions, particularly anger. In this episode, we’ll explore the Stress—> Trauma continuum, breaking dow...

We’ve all been there—losing our cool in the heat of the moment, only to regret it later. But what if you had a go-to plan in place for those fiery moments? In this episode, we're diving into the power of a mini anger protocol. Think of it as your personal “pause button,” helping you avoid those knee-jerk reactions and giving you space to respond with calm, clarity, and intention. If you’ve be...

What happens when an overwhelmed primary care physician and busy mother of two begins to realize that something in her life needs to change? For Dr. Sonja Grigg, that moment of awareness sparked a transformation from a life filled with discontent and chaos to one of peace and intention. In this episode, Dr. Grigg shares her powerful journey of self-discovery, highlighting how coaching provided the...

In the previous episode, several listeners requested that I demonstrate how to use the Uplevel Your Awareness Around Anger worksheet with an example. I thought this was a fantastic idea, so in today’s episode, I’ll do just that. I’ll show you how simple and effective these questions can be for enhancing your ability to observe your own mind and body, helping you make meaningful changes. We’ll expl...

Welcome to the first episode of From Pissed Off to Poised !  If you’re a busy woman—whether you’re juggling a career, saving lives as a physician, or managing the chaos of motherhood—this episode is designed just for you. We’re diving deep into how to transform that all-consuming anger into mindful control. Anger can feel overwhelming and, at times, it can become our automatic response to stress a...

In this episode, we’re diving into anger—an emotion that’s often misunderstood but is actually a powerful tool for self-awareness. Instead of seeing anger as something to suppress or later regret, we’re exploring how to recognize it, understand what’s activating it, and use it to our advantage. We break down how to build awareness around what activates our anger, how it tends to show up for us, an...

Hey there, friends! This is Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma. I’m a retired pediatrician, the co-founder of Virginia iSpine Physicians, and a trauma informed certified mindset coach. Thanks for listening to my new podcast, From Pissed Off to Poised. This podcast is designed to help overcommitted women, physicians, and professionals move from being reactionary—often feeling anger and resentment—to becoming...