Stop Stressing Me Out

Rest when you're dead... is bull. Rest when you need rest and it IS productive. In this episode I share why it's productive, and how to make it more appealing.  Rest ties into the Stress Less Habits Challenge, a free challenge that you can join at http://stresslesshabits.com  

Toady on the podcast we're joined by MLA for Edmonton Highlands-Norwood, Janis Irwin. Janis shares her vision for women and LGBTQ2S+ issues in Alberta, navigating politics, managing the stress of this type of position, how we can raise the quality of the conversation and most importantly how to be yourself authentically both in politics and in life.    For full show notes go to http://girltrieslif...

In preparation for August and our new habit for the Stress Less Habits Challenge, I wanted to talk about how we develop an evening routine that helps us stress less, sleep better and increase your energy.    Join the Stress Less Habits Challenge at http://stresslesshabits.com   If you're intersted in the Akumat, go to (affiliate link): https://www.akuspike.com/?rfsn=4103286.ae66c3  

Today on the podcast I'm joined by KonMari Consultant and all around joy-sparker, Helen Youn. Helen shares the correlation between your space and stress, the small habits you can implement to start decluttering, how she got into it in the first place, how we can stay on top of things in our busy lives and her experience with Grave's disease.    To join the Stress Less Habits Challenge go to http:/...

As we settle into the Stress Less Habits challenge, we're creating moments of joy, but it's just as important to realize what KILLS your joy and how you can alter, remove or decrease their impact on your day-to-day life.  Join the Stress Less Habits Challenge at http://stresslesshabits.com

Today on the podcast we're joined by the owner of Sweet Relief Pastries, Deidre Lotecki. She shares with us her journey to the sweet things in life, training with the CIA, our shared experience of meeting our partners in the hotel industry, and how her business is pivoting during the pandemic.  Join the Stress Less Habits Challenge at http://stresslesshabits.com  

Today we are launching the Stress Less Habits Challenge , so I want to share with you how we actually make habits stick. According to James Clear, the author of Atomic Habits, there are four key principles you need in place, otherwise making or breaking habits will be unbelievably difficult.  It's not too late to join the challenge, you can join at any time, at http://stresslesshabits.com      

In today's interview I'm joined by my friend and former coworker, Kelsey Merkeley. Kelsey is an insanely talented artist and goldsmith, makes the most beautiful jewelry, is strategic beyond compare and travels the world to hone her craft. We talk about what it was like growing up in small town BC, what apprenticeship looks like in the world of jewelry, balancing her artistic work and the nonprofit...

Cassandra Arnold has lived a truly fascinating life. At 34 years old with a young son, she decided she was going to go into medicine. The end goal? To become a doctor with Doctors Without Borders. After many years of working in emerg, working across Africa, retiring and moving to Canada, Cassandra has captured her experiences in books and in her artwork.  We talk about taking on a challenge like m...

Today on the podcast I'm joined by my fellow mastermind member and co-founder of Bessie Box, Shanika Abeysinghe. Shanika is startup savvy and a communications expert. She also shares my experience of massive burnout. We talk about what it takes to be resilient, work life flow instead of that elusive 'balance', how to keep healthy while growing a business, communicating during COVID and more.  For...

Today on the podcast we're talking about all the good reasons for not getting what we want. We all know what we could be doing, 'should' be doing, need to be doing, or the action we'd like to take... but we often get in our own way. We're going to talk about why that is and HOW TO CHANGE IT! To take part in Cohort 3 of Don't Just Survive - Thrive: Building Resilience During COVID-19 email me. 

Today on the podcast we're joined by Shifrah Gadamsetti to talk about advocating for your health, getting into politics from a policy level, what it's like to work on a political campaign and fairly simple ways that you and I can affect change.  If you're an essential worker, please head to http://stresslessladies.com/frontline  to get free access to Don't Just Survive - Thrive: Building Resilienc...

Whether or not we're in a pandemic, limbo is a feeling most people hate. You're one foot in two paths and struggle to make a decision or commit. It sucks. I've definitely been in emotional limbo of late and hate to dig deep into the strategies that help propel me into action, so I hope these four strategies help you as well.  For more self-care during self isolation strategies go to http://stressl...

Today on the podcast we're joined by Naturopathic Doctor, Cassandra Wilder, to talk all about how we can better match our cycles to our energy so that we can knock it out of the park. Ever notice that some weeks you're sluggish and others you're riding high on creativity? Well, let's start to better align our work flow to our other flow (pun intended) and you'll see some magic happen.  For full sh...

Today on the podcast I'm joined by previous guest and an incredible mentor of mine, Hannah Cree. Hannah is the co-founder of CMNGD linens and shares the intense changes their business has undergone through COVID-19, how they are adapting, the most important thing for entrepreneurs to reflect on, advice for managing stress and much more.  For full show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast  ...

Dr Jody Carrington is an expert in creating connection, emotional regulation and how we can walk each other home, so it only made sense to have her come on the podcast to talk about how we can approach the challenges of COVID-19. She's witty, funny and relatable. If this is your first time hearing from Dr Jody, I guarantee you will love her as much as I do!  For full shownotes go to http://girltri...

Do you beat yourself up when you're working on a habit and fall off track? Many of us do and the sad thing is we let it affect how we get back up again. Today I share 5 tips to help you get back up again so that you can reach your dreams.  If you're interested in the Don't Just Survive - Thrive group coaching program that starts Sunday, April 26th (or want to put yourself on a wait list for cohort...

Today on the podcast we have childcare specialist, Lyndsey Farmer, sharing how we can support children with their mental well-being during this challenging time. We talk about emotional regulation, the value of outdoor play for both children and adults, how parents can manage their stress at this time and she shares a ton of great ideas to keep kids busy while at home.  For full show notes go to h...

Today on the podcast we're talking about how to hit reset when you feel dysregulated, emotionally overwhelmed and stressed. These three foundational strategies will definitely help as you find you need to come back to center throughout your day. For full show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-154 If you want more information on a the small group coaching program Don't Just Survive - Thr...

Even in the hardest of situations we have the ability to rewire for joy. How do I know that? Because Jessica Janzen Olstad has been through one of the hardest circumstances in life, the loss of a child, and cam through it bringing the joy. In this episode we talk about how to rewire your brain for joy, how to be intentional in your relationships, what DOESN'T get done when you are prioritizing big...

Today I'm answering the questions you sent via IG and email about specific areas of stress and COVID-19 and how to manage them. We talk financial fear, how to talk to kids about what's going on, overwhelm, how to forget about the chaos for a minute and much more.  Show notes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-152 If you want to register for today's webinar, go to  https://www.eventbr...

This week I'm honoured to be joined by YouTuber, podcaster and epic momma bear, Amanda Muse. We talk about how Amanda got into YouTube, what it was like having and raising babies in Malaysia, what self-care has looked like at different stages of motherhood, building your own career, trusting your gut in all facets of your life and more. Amanda was open and vulnerable in sharing her experience of s...

I never thought my 150th episode would be about a pandemic and the stress it brings, but there you have it. In this episode I talk about strategies to tangibly manage your stress during this time, working from home with or without children, expectation management, financial fear and more.  I also share some great resources that you can find at http://stresslessladies.podia.com  

It's March, which means 92% of people gave up on their weight loss resolutions and are likely beating themselves up - which is GARBAGE. Today I'm joined by my co-creator of Stress Less About Your Body to talk about her journey to body love, intuitive eating and why the diet industry is making you feel bad about what you eat, how you look, or the number inside your pants.  Amy shares her strategies...

Today on the podcast we're joined by Chantel Cabaj, the founder of DirectHer Network. We talk about the knowledge gaps women state as barriers to take on leadership roles, why women are leaning out, the night that led to DirectHer being created and much more.  For full show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-148 Check out Stress Less in 90 Days at http://stresslessladies.com/coaching