Stressed - The Podcast to Develop your Stress Resilience

Feeling stuck in your career, overwhelmed by burnout, or unsure whether corporate life is still the right fit? You're not alone. In this episode, Julia unpacks a powerful question from a listener, Linda, who is navigating a career crossroads after 20+ years in corporate marketing. After stepping away on sabbatical, she's now wrestling with a big decision—should she return, and if so, what needs to change? Or is it time to move on?Tune in to learn:

Struggling with brain fog, low energy, or unexpected changes in your productivity? You're not alone. In this episode, Julia sits down with Vanessa and Nina—two high-achieving women navigating menopause while balancing demanding careers. They share their personal experiences, from unexpected symptoms to workplace challenges, and the strategies that helped them reclaim their energy, confidence, and focus.Tune in to learn:

If you've ever felt stretched too thin, unsure of your next move, or like you're doing everything but getting nowhere—this episode is for you.After taking an unexpected 15-month break from podcasting, Julia Arndt is back with a powerful reflection on the biggest lessons she learned in 2024. She's sharing what worked, what didn't, and how YOU can apply these insights to create more focus, energy, and momentum in your own life.In this episode, you'll learn:✨ Why taking a break might be exactly what you need (without guilt)✨ The power of focusing on one thing at a time to accelerate your success✨ How taking the right risks can lead to massive breakthroughsJulia's journey—from feeling overwhelmed to growing her Instagram to 40K followers and landing a TEDx talk—proves that strategic pauses and intentional choices lead to bigger results. If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward with clarity, this episode will give you the mindset shifts and strategies to make it happen.

#goodbye2023 #iamtakingabreakHi my dear listener, Almost 5 years and 250 podcast episodes later...it's time to take a break from it all and recenter. This is a super scary step for me and puts me out of my comfort zone - where we all know the magic happens! So here I am, saying goodbye to 2023 and the reasons why I am taking a break.In this podcast you will learn:✨ Why I decided to take a break after 5 years of podcasting✨ Why you should consider taking a break from something, too✨ My top 5 episodes to listen to if you want to dive deeper into the world of personal development and well-beingEnjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaMy Top 5 Episodes for you:The Biggest Mistake You Make:https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/2527771-the-biggest-mistake-you-makeHow To Manage Stress At Work:https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/9007184-how-to-manage-stress-at-workHow To Develop Discipline:https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/10075519-how-to-develop-disciplineConversations With Julia: The High Achiever's Mindset - Break Limits for Extraordinary Results:https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/13099379-new-conversations-with-julia-the-high-achiever-s-mindset-break-limits-for-extraordinary-resultsHow To Maximize Brain Function:https://www.buzzsprout.com/239713/episodes/2333585-how-to-maximize-brain-function----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST - Taking a break from Nov 23rd 2023 - Dec 31st 2023):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#dreamscometrue #ifyoutakecareofyourselffirstHi my dear listener, Do you believe this to be true: Dreams come true, if you work really hard for them?! If so, I truly hope you are going to watch and listen to today's podcast episode, because this is a really good one.In this podcast you will learn:✨ Why this belief will only get you so far✨ How to shift your mindset to empower yourself✨ How to get out of burnout and start livingEnjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaWatch more videos on this topic:✨ I spent $60K on a business coach, here is what happened: https://youtu.be/bdEG9-3gI5E✨ Low Self-Confidence At Work? Watch This!: https://youtu.be/Y8szarVHr5o✨ How to Heal Limiting Beliefs: https://youtu.be/EaIpJIRdG0U----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#investinyourself #investinyoself #youareworthitHi my dear listener,Have you ever sit with the question: How much money are you comfortable investing in yourself?This was a big one for me this summer as I was in the process of hiring a business coach and a lot of fears came up for me that I had to overcome. In this podcast episode, I share what my experience was like, how much money I ended up investing in myself and why it's always worth to do.In this podcast you will learn:✨ How much money I ended up investing in myself✨ Why it's always worth investing in yourself✨ 5 specific reasons why you should start investing in yourselfEnjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaWatch more videos on this topic:✨ I spent $60K on a business coach, here is what happened: https://youtu.be/bdEG9-3gI5E✨ Low Self-Confidence At Work? Watch This!: https://youtu.be/Y8szarVHr5o✨ How to Heal Limiting Beliefs: https://youtu.be/EaIpJIRdG0U----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#mindfulness #mindfulpractices #howtoHi my dear listener,I am so glad that you are here with me today and that we are spending time together to chat about how to be more mindful.In this podcast you will learn:✨ How you can start practicing more mindfulness in your life✨ My favorite mindfulness practices✨ How you can be mindful every dayEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#ai #artificialintelligence #yinandyang #balance #howtofindbalanceInterview with Maria Kellis. Maria is a renowned expert in stress management and resilience-building. With over a decade of experience, she has worked with diverse professionals, helping them harness their potential and navigate challenging environments. Maria holds a Master's degree in Behavioral Psychology and is a certified Life Coach. She's authored several publications and often speaks at international conferences on topics related to emotional well-being, personal development, and workplace productivity.In this podcast you will learn:✨ The 4 levels of responsibility✨ Why the human compontent becomes even more important in AI✨ How to get into a state of balanceEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with Maria: www.mariakellis.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#nervoussystemregulation #regulateyournervoussystem #nervoussystemIn my previous podcast, I taught you about the Polyvagal Theory and the importance of regulating your nervous system. In today's podcast, I want to spend some time with you on different tools to start regulating your nervous system. Listen to the Polyvagal Theory first: https://youtu.be/_i4QmNGWDrsIn this podcast you will learn:✨ How to start regulating your nervous system✨ 5 tools to help get into the parasympathetic state✨ My own stories and experiences on nervous system regulationEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#selfdiscovery #selfgrowth #selfdiscoveryjourneyI had the pleasure to sit down this week and record a podcast with you on how you can start your self-discovery journey.In this podcast you will learn:✨ How I started my self-discovery journey✨ 5 different tools on how to get started✨ Why self-discovery is a life-long journeyEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#becomesuperhuman #polyvagaltheory #nervoussystemStressed and not stressed - those two ideas are not very nuanced. In today's podcast episode, I am diving deeper with you into the neuroscience of stress and the polyvagal theory, defined by Stephen Porges.In this podcast you will learn:✨ What is the polyvagal theory✨ What state are you in during working hours✨ Why understanding your SNS and PNS will help you become super humanEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#burnout #depression #burnoutvsdepressionBurnout and depression are two distinct but related psychological conditions that can have overlapping symptoms. It's important to note that while they share some similarities, they also have differences in terms of their causes, symptoms, and treatments.In this podcast you will learn:✨ The similarities and differences between burnout and depression✨ Why burnout and depression are not the same and what you need to know to tell the difference✨ How you can treat burnout and depressionEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#harvardstudy #mirrorneuros #whodoyousurroundyourselfwithI am so excited to share this podcast episode with you today! It's been on my mind for the past few weeks and THEN I found this Harvard Study that confirmed that 99% of your success depends on this simple thing...In this podcast interview you will learn:✨ Why you should be more careful who you surround yourself with✨ How to deal with energy vampires✨ How you can build a winning team that lifts you upEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Connect with me: julia@peakperformancemethod.com---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#conflictatwork #toxicenvironment #conflictresolutionInterview with Liz Kislik. Liz Kislik is a management consultant and executive coach, and a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Her TEDx “Why There's So Much Conflict at Work and What You Can Do to Fix It” has received almost half a million views. She specializes in developing high performing leaders and workforces, and for 30 years has helped family-run businesses, national nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies like American Express, Girl Scouts, Staples, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, and Highlights for Children solve their thorniest problems.In this podcast interview you will learn:✨ The impact of stress to conflict at work✨ Why self-management is the first step to resolving issues✨ How to identify structural discrepancies at work that can lead to conflict✨ How to resolve organizational challengesEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTES: Get in touch with Liz: www.lizkislik.comWatch Liz's Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/liz_kislik_why_there_s_so_much_conflict_at_work_and_what_you_can_do_to_fix_it?language=en---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

#confidence #confidenceboost #improveconfidenceOver the past couple of weeks, I talked a lot about self-confidence with my coaching clients and realized how many misconceptions exist about where to derive self-confidence from. So in today's podcast episode, I want to chat with you about why confidence is everything, three reasons why to invest in yourself first.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ The neuroscience of a confident person✨ The biggest misconception about confidence building✨ The importance of time management when building confidenceThank you so much for being here.With gratitude,Julia---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

It's been a journey...my journey...and 5 years after being diagnosed I want to have a deep conversation with you about things I have never shared before...my learnings...my recommendations. Thank you for supporting me through this.In this video you will learn:✨ About my own burnout story and where it all started✨ My early warning signals✨ The things I changed in my life to overcome burnout✨ My biggest tips and recommendations for you when you find yourself feeling burned outThank you so much for being here.With gratitude,Julia---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

In today's podcast episode, I am sharing a video with you from my YouTube Channel.Follow for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzG4iB36eTA0hbAvbJsfIgwHave you ever wondered why some people effortlessly stick to their goals while others struggle to make any lasting changes? Well, get ready to uncover the secret to successful habit formation that can transform your life. Today, I want to dive with you deep into the fascinating world of habit building. In this video, we'll explore the psychology behind habits, share practical tips to kickstart new habits, and reveal the key to making them stick.In this video you will learn:✨ The psychology behind habit building✨ Practical tips to kickstart new habits✨ The key to making habits stick✨ ...and much more!Enjoy watching.With gratitude,Julia-----

In the spirit of going back to basics this summer, I recorded a solo podcast episode for you on the power of boundaries: embracing self-care and personal growth. In this video you will learn:✨ The biggest misconceptions about boundaries✨ How to set boundaries step by step✨ How setting boundaries and vulnerability are connected (and why you should use it in your communication)Thank you so much for being here.With gratitude,Julia---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

Back To Basics. I am super excited to share a solo podcast episode with you on the topic of "Zen in the 9 to 5: Mastering Stress Management At Work".In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ The reasons why you feel stressed at work and not accomplished at the end of the day✨ What mindful productivity is ✨ How to start integrating mindful productivity practices into your life✨ A guide on how to get startedEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

MYTH BUSTING: YOU HAVE TO BE SERIOUS TO DO SERIOUS WORKInterview with Kelsey Kates. Kelsey Kates looks after a global team at Google responsible for the activation and delivery of hundreds of facilitated learning experiences within the Global Business Org. Kelsey is a marketer turned analyst and now in the corporate learning and development space with a ton of passion for re-imagining how we show-up to work and grow.  As a lifelong learner, she just completed her Exec Leadership Certificate in neuroscience for business from MIT. She believes deeply in changing the world through more impactful and delightful learning experiences that transform how we show up. In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ Myth: You have to be serious to do serious work - Where does this believe come from?✨ How do you define playfulness?✨ What are the benefits of playfulness at work?✨ What are some practical strategies for individuals, managers and teams to bring playfulness to work?✨ How can playfulness create psych safety?Enjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---SHOWNOTES:Follow Kelsey on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseykates/Follow Kelsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseyadelekates/---JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform-----

JOIN US NEXT TIME ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewform---My dear Peak Performers,I am SO excited to share this new podcast format with you today!In the first 'Conversations with Julia' episode, I share with you how you can break through limiting beliefs and create extraordinary results.*Hint*: This is not your regular podcast episode! Besides sharing my insights with you, I also coach a few clients live on the show (to the live guests: thank you so much for joining!).Specifically, in this podcast episode you will learn:✨ Gaining clarity on: What is a Peak Performer?✨ The most 'common' limiting beliefs of Peak Performers✨ Practical & actionable tools to break through your limiting beliefs✨ Live coaching: Helping other High Achievers work through their limiting beliefs Enjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia-----

Interview with Nick Jonsson. Nick is the Co-Founder and MD of Executive Peer Network (EPN) Singapore, one of Asia's premier networking organizations. He built a caring community that provides hundreds of executives a safe haven to share their challenges, and receive support and learn from each other. Nick is passionate about raising awareness of mental health and combating loneliness in the modern business world. He recently published a book, "Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety, and Depression in the Modern Business World," which provides practical strategies for overcoming isolation and building connections in the workplace. In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ Nick's impressive story from depression to Ironman in a year✨ What is executive loneliness✨ Why vulnerability is the corner stone of overcoming executive loneliness✨ How to create an inclusive work culture Enjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaSHOWNOTES: Website: https://nickjonsson.com/my-story/Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Executive-Loneliness-Overcoming-Isolation-Depression/dp/B09QH58C32/ref=sr_1_1?crid=16IMIIG32CYI5&keywords=executive+loneliness&qid=1686153618&sprefix=executive+loneliness%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-1Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-jonsson/-----

I HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE ❤️Plan Your Week With Julia (weekly on Mondays at 8am PST):https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-iurj0sHdF7gKRSgTu7XT9H3zSDodXy#/registrationJoin the STRESSD Podcast - Conversations with Julia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0bBC1wTL0t8_Ir6iFgdaONDcCPXx5KZPnSZcjFv7XlqhpiA/viewformInterview special with Christian Boo Boucousis. As a former fighter pilot, Boo has lived at the cutting edge of human and technology integration, where speed, decision-making, and technology merge into one. He has successfully adapted the skills he acquired during his $15 million fighter pilot training program to build three multi-million-dollar businesses, including a humanitarian business with a turnover in excess of $200 million, a record-setting $42 million high-rise hotel, and a digital publishing powerhouse. Boo's "Evolution of Thinking"; is a new way for individuals and businesses to feel, think, and do by incorporating "thought loops"; to keep pace in an accelerated world. These thought loops connect Purpose to action and action to the goals that are fundamental to success. He has also developed a simple four-step process called the FEEL-THINK-DO-LOOP, which he uses to equip leaders, teams, and individuals to create a completely unique way of thinking and working together.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to find your purpose✨ The difference between purpose and purposeful✨ The power of being confident✨ The yin and yang of safety and performance✨ The pursuit of happinessEnjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaShownotes:Connect with Boo (for individuals): www.callmeboo.comConnect with Boo (for organizations): www.afterburner.com-----

Interview with Bunny Young. Stuntwoman turned serial entrepreneur, Bunny Young, MA, LPC is the founder of a Better Place Consulting. After recognizing the dissatisfaction in organizations and employees to help professionals make the most of their business and personal life, Bunny has made it her business to DEFY negative trends and help people and businesses turn that around. Her approach has empowered cultures of organizations nationwide, resulting in improved revenue, productivity, morale, employee retention and quality of life. Bunny is able to quickly connect with people, open their minds to possibilities, help them uncover their purpose, and develop plans and goals. She is brutally direct with an amazingly big heart.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to improve the relationship with your business✨ How to work through limiting beliefs, blocks and fears (through real life coaching on Julia during the episode!)✨ What is inner child work and why is it so important?✨ What tools do you have available to create a new life for yourself Enjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaShownotes:Website: www.bunnyyoung.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebunnyyoung/-----

Can't stop overthinking? Wishing you could switch off that voice inside your head? Let's talk about a few very simple tools that will give you relief in seconds.In today's video you will learn:✨ My 5 favorite ways to stop ruminating ✨ How to switch from an emotional brain to a rational brain✨ Why lacking enough self-care is one of the main reasons you overthinkEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia-----

Interview with Dan Radecki. Dr Dan Radecki is Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at The Academy of Brain-based Leadership (ABL). Working as a leader in the corporate world allows Dan the unique perspective on how our knowledge of brain functioning can aid leaders in maximizing their results as well as the results of their teams.  With this unique perspective from roles in both the leadership and neuroscientific world, in 2009 Dan created the content for the educational arm of the NeuroLeadership Institute and served as the lead professor and advisor for the Master of Science program in the Neuroscience of Leadership.  This was the first university-accredited program ever developed to incorporate cutting edge neuroscience research into an optimal model of leadership. In the following 7 years, Dan taught hundreds of leaders in 40 countries, on the neuroscientific underpinnings of effective leadership.  in this podcast episode you will learn:✨ What is psychological safety?✨ Why is psychological safety so important?✨ How are stress and psychological safety related?✨ How to manage your triggers and build a resilient brain?✨ How to build a resilient team?If you are interested in going through an individual assessment or do an assessment workshop with your team, please contact me: julia@peakperformancemethod.comEnjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaShownotes: Take the assessment: https://ablsafety.com/Website: https://brainleadership.com/Paper: https://brainleadership.com/resilience-training/-----

Hello Peak Performer, I am excited to share this beautiful (and first! - of many!) meditations that's filled with self-love, self-worth and confidence affirmations.Affirmations are a powerful tool for changing your mindset, manifesting your desires and creating positive change in your life.Listen to this audio every day for 28 days and use this time to connect with yourself, practice self-care and self-love. By repeating these affirmations, you'll be focusing your attention and energy on nurturing powerful intentions, priming yourself to move towards the life you want. Enjoy watching.With gratitude,Julia-----

Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. But if your dream is to become an entrepreneur in 2023, I am super excited for you! I always get a lot of questions from you on how I started my business and what tips I have if you want to become an entrepreneur. I love these questions, so I sat down to reflect on the most important things you should consider if you want to become an entrepreneur in 2023.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to plan your exit if you currently have a full time job✨ How much money you should have when you get started (and how much money I had when I got started)✨ If it's better to start your business on the side or full time✨ The strategies that helped me to be successful quickly✨ The most important channel to acquire clientsBonus Questions:✨ How did I make the transition into my business full time, how was my journey?✨ How did I set up my business from a legal perspective?✨ Which acquisition channels do I recommend?Enjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaMake sure to also check out this video on "How To Start A Business in 2023": https://youtu.be/gcVGryS8O6g-----

THIS IS A SPECIAL PODCAST EPISODE WHERE TONY COACHES ME LIVE DURING THE RECORDING - DON'T MISS IT!Interview with Tony Wang. Tony's approach to coaching is based on the idea that our compulsive mental and emotional responses influence our behavior and shape our reality. He helps clients dissolve the root cause of their unwanted mental patterns that hold them back from unlocking their full potential and consciously creating the life they truly desire.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to remove emotional problems✨ The universal process of feeling emotions✨ How to overcome money mindset blocks (with a real life coaching experiment!)Enjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---Shownotes:Visit Tony's website: www.conscious.bizFollow him on IG: @tonywangcc-----

Disclaimer: If you are listening to or watching today's podcast episode, please be notified that we will be discussing suicide and self-harm. Please be aware that this content can be sensitive and triggering. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or actions, please seek immediate help from a professional mental health provider or contact a suicide prevention hotline in your area. Remember, you are not alone, and there is help available. US Hotline: 988Interview with Kealah Parkinson. As a suicide survivor & mental health advocate, Kealah shares her own powerful story on today's STRESSD podcast episode. Besides her work in the mental health space, Kealah has used The 3 Keys to Communication©️ to help sales pros & small biz owners cycle out of fight-or-flight in the moment through self-awareness & mindfulness.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ What to do when you feel like it's better to just quit it all✨ Why suicide has become a huge problem in today's society✨ How to help someone that has suicidal thoughtsEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----Shownotes:Kealah's Blog: https://buildbetterhumans.substack.com/p/boundary-exercise#detailsConnect with Kealah: CoachKiki.comConnect on Instagram: @KealahParkinson-----

Interview with Izabella Wentz. Izabella, PharmD, FASCP, is an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist and licensed pharmacist who has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of autoimmune thyroid disease after being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2009. Dr. Wentz is the author of two New York Times best selling books Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause and Hashimoto's Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back. She recently released her third book, Hashimoto's Food Pharmacology.In today's podcast episode you will learn:✨ What is Hashimoto's disease?✨ What are adrenal glands responsible for?✨ Is everyone that's burned out experiencing adrenal fatigue?Enjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---Shownotes:Visit Izabella's Pharmacy: www.thyroidpharmacist.comFollow Izabella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd/-----

Interview with Simone Milasas. Simone Milasas is a self-confessed compulsive creator, Simone is an author, founder of Joy of Business and serial entrepreneur, she is a co-owner of Castello di Casalborgone, a luxury semi-private residence in Italy, three Antique Stores in Australia, and El-Lugar, an eco-retreat in Costa Rica. Renowned for her refreshingly honest, vulnerable, and dynamic approach Simone regularly features in the media, such as Fox News, Forbes, GQ and Mind Body Green and is the author of Joy of Business and best-sellers Getting Out of Debt Joyfully and Relationship, Are You Sure You Want One? co-authored with Brendon Watt.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to make choices✨ How to relax into your life✨ The power to disconnect from timeEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia-----SHOWNOTESListen to the first interview with Simone on the STRESSD Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/toxic-productivity-interview/id1448604863?i=1000554926651Learn More About Simone:https://www.simonemilasas.com/Get the statement:www.theclearingstatement.com-----

Interview with David Lindsay. David Lindsay is a professional speaker and personal trainer based in Sydney, and has a wealth of experience in coaching, training, and competing as an athlete. David's impressive athletic background includes playing Rugby League up to NSW Cup (formerly Reserve Grade) level, training as a professional arm wrestler, and achieving aBlack Belt in Wing Chun, a Purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and competing in several Cage Fights (MMA). Over the last decade, David has studied successful teams and individual athletes, discovering that they all follow a similar structure to his "5 Step System Towards Improved Vitality in the Workplace." As a full-time coach and trainer for over 20 years, David has helped transform the bodies, minds, and lives of thousands of people. He has also helped teams to work together to achieve much higher results than anyone expected of them. He brings his experience from both on the paddock and in the Cage, and from the coach's/trainer's point of view to achieve optimum results.In this podcast you will learn:✨ The first three steps towards improved vitality in the workplace✨ How do you boost workplace morale, productivity, and ultimately, profitability.✨ Teamwork - The similarities between a sports team and a business team. How to make it work.Enjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia-----Shownotes:Website: http://www.davidlindsay.com.au/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lindsay-324899a0/-----

Interview with Dr. Gala Gorman. Dr. Gala Gorman is a licensed Acupuncturist, Naturopath, and Author who offers practical advice and programs to reverse health issues resulting from chronic stress. She helps women relieve their symptoms, restore their energy, and reclaim their "Super Woman" status. Dr. Gala advocates for getting to the root cause of the health issue and treating it naturally. She encourages patients to be their own health advocate ... or PCP (primary care person).In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ What's a pattern interrupt and how to build new habits✨ Common sources of what Dr. Gala refers to as "Kryptonite"✨ Why detoxification is important but also risky✨ Easy ways to manage toxic stressors✨ The good and bad of fastingEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----ShownotesConnect with Dr. Gala Gorman: www.drgala.comHer Book: https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Your-Kryptonite-Stressors-Threatening/dp/0971137587/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HJGA0B1Z3VG0&keywords=what%27s+your+kryptonite+dr+gala&qid=1678995674&sprefix=what%27s+your+kryptonite+dr+gala%2Caps%2C152&sr=8-1-----

Interview with Zack Schreier and Vincent Gudenus. Zack is a serial entrepreneur, who started his first business in high school. He then cofounded Quevos as a freshman in college. Quevos is a category-leading CPG company that pioneered the development of healthy chips made from egg whites. Zack appeared on ABC's Shark Tank in 2021 and secured an investment from Daniel Lubetzky, the founder of Kind Bars. His true passions are health and philosophy, and he co-founded Life Stacks to bring his vision for healthy, high-performance living to the market. Vincent is a biohacking and sports enthusiast, who worked for several technology startups during his college years. He's a savvy operator with a passion for the frontier of technological development. Vincent got frustrated with supposedly healthy products that might give a boost in the short term but would sacrifice health in the long run. He co-founded Life stacks with the goal of making high-impact products that don't require a trade-off between health now and later.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ What Are Nutraceuticals, Adaptogens, Nootropics, & Superfoods - and how these elements change your peak performance & metabolic health✨ Zack's journey with diabetes and how he used it as a catalyst for change, not a death sentence✨ Why fasting: mechanisms, benefits✨ How supplements can support fastingEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---Shownotes: Website: www.lifestacks.com-----

Interview with Etienne Peirsman. After a staph infection left Etienne Peirsman with nearly 20% kidney function, he prepared to die. That is when he found the Clarity of Total Silence 30 years ago. In a remarkable turn of events, he was able to heal his own body through little known healing techniques that emphasized the power of human touch and mental clarity. After he was able to heal his own body with Cranio-Sacral techniques, he realized the healing power of human touch could be used to help others suffering from chronic illness and life-threatening disease. Etienne describes Cranio-Sacral as the closest thing to the wonderful “silence'' he discovered during his own near death experience that brought him back to life. It has become the core driving force behind his life's passion for over 30 years. Today, he is founder of The Peirsman School for CranioSacral Therapy Academy in Holland, where he originated the CranioSacral Professional Organization and the first ever online class for medical professionals to incorporate Cranio-Sacral techniques into their practice.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ Etienne's magical story of healing himself✨ The Role of Human Touch To Stimulate Oxytocin✨ How To Tap Into The Wisdom & Regenerative Power Of The BrainEnjoy listening / watching.With gratitude,JuliaEnjoy listening / watching.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTESEtienne's Website: https://www.peirsmancranio.com/course/basics---------

Interview with Eric Leffler. Eric is an EQLeadership Specialist, working with individuals and companies to bring more emotional equity and intelligence to the workplace. His work focuses on emotions triggered at work, understanding workplace needs and attachments, and ways individuals can rewrite their workplace identities. He provides coaching and consulting services to remove the stigma around EQLeadership. Eric is a 16 year veteran of the media industry having worked at CNN, MSNBC, Vanity Fair, GQ and Conde Nast in various production and executive roles. He currently resides in Connecticut with his pre-teen son and rescue dog, Mando.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ The process of leading others - where do you start?✨ How to manifest an identity shift✨ What is the biggest constraint for leaders to practice more EQ in the workplaceEnjoy listening / watching.With gratitude,Julia-----

Interview with Arnaud de Korver. Arny is a transformational purpose coach who helps bridge the gap of internal and external selves. He helps individuals step into a place of leading by their inner authority and achieve mental, emotional and spiritual balance. Having worked in the events world for over 15 years as a project manager working 100hr weeks, he came to realise that this was not fully aligning with what his inner authority was and wanted. Arny's coaching utilizes a simple model that allows individuals to redefine their core values and lead from a space of internal truth. We all possess an internal intelligence that we often seem to neglect - however Arny allows his clients to discover themselves and from there on out lead from the inside out rather than outside in.Arny's clients include executives, leaders, entrepreneurs, managers, and family members and allows his clients to confidently step into each life area guided by their inner authority.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to tap into who you are✨ How to let curiosity guide you✨ How to balance the feminine and masculine energy✨ How to listen to your inner voice✨ Tools to help you start the process of inner guidanceEnjoy listening / watching.With gratitude,Julia-----Shownotes:www.arnydekorvy.comInstagram: @arnydekorvyLinkedIn & FB: Arnaud de Korver-----

Interview with Monica C. Parker. Monica is a behavior nerd and the founder of HATCH, a world-renowned consultant agency whose corporate clients include Google, Lego, and other Fortune 500 companies. Parker has been an author, speaker, designer, CEO, activist, clown, opera singer. But it was her early career as a homicide investigator defending death row that solidified a deeply profound respect for the power of wonder. There she observed the implications of a life devoid of nature, music, the vastness of the sky, the feel of the wind on your face. Wonder is crucial for better relationships, deeper creativity, empathic leadership, and basic joy and well-being.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How and why wonder is a part of our emotional DNA✨ The five elements of wonder✨ The difference between wonder and happiness✨ How to create a wonder practice✨ Wonder as a catalyst to change✨ Wonder in leadership and applications for the workplaceEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---Connect with Monica: https://hatchanalytics.com/Buy "The Power Of Wonder":  https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/679114/the-power-of-wonder-by-monica-c-parker/-----

I recently came to realize that 80-90% of my coaching clients are working parents. Over the past four years in my coaching business, I have learned and seen so many different things: from the challenges to the experiments to the wins - and I thought: I really want to share this with you so you can benefit from this information! I have honestly been deeply inspired by my parent clients and I hope you'll feel the same way after today's podcast episode.*NOTE* Even if you are not a parent listening to this podcast today, this episode might hold some important truths for you - because if there is one thing I learned - preparation is everything - if you can learn these tools before having a baby, you are much better equipped than the majority of the working parent population!In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ My top 4 tips on how to manage your life with children✨ How to manage unexpected situations✨ The most important question you should ask yourselfEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia-----

Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday Peak Performance Method, happy birthday to you!My business celebrated officially four years in business on February 1st 2023 (and the podcast officially 100.000 downloads since inception!) and I couldn't be more proud. I got so many questions from you over the past few weeks about how I started my business, what I would advise you to do, what to keep in mind. I felt very inspired, so I went ahead and recorded this podcast episode for you.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ My five top tips on how to start a business in 2023✨ Why you shouldn't be afraid to offer things for free✨ How I stayed so consistent and disciplined over four years in businessEnjoy listening / watching.With gratitude,Julia-----

I am excited to share a video from my YouTube channel with my podcast community today.NEW YEAR - NEW YOU? Or is that a myth? Do you wonder if you are ever able to break your bad habits? And if you are able to - what is the best way to get started?In today's video, I want to talk with you about why it is so hard to break your old habits and how to rewire your brain in order to build new habits successfully this year.In this podcast episode you will learn:5✨How to rewire your brain (& how long it takes)✨How to use cues to reprogram your mind✨Step-by-step to building your successful habits in 2023Thank you so much for being here.With gratitude,Julia-----

Interview with Matt Hogan. Matt came to coaching through his own journey of transformation. In 2004, when Matt was just 18 years old, he put a bullet in his head. That bullet ended up saving his life. Matt survived, and for the first time he was able to hear the whisper of his inner wisdom. Over the years, he poured himself into education and worked with large organizations, led sales teams, and grew portfolios. All this time, Matt had been learning to accept himself and working to reclaim his life and purpose.  Matt's inner wisdom continued to call to him, pulling him to help others like himself who were in need, and soon Matt answered that call, beginning his coaching journey. He was mentored by meditation and yoga teachers, as well as world-class coaches. Matt traveled the world for a year, giving him a deeper understanding of the way humans unite and divide.Matt's coaching utilizes a variety of disciplines, including cutting-edge leadership technology, coaching tools, and even philosophical and spiritual approaches, Matt helps clients tap into their own “inner teacher”. He is a certified professional coach and a Transition Specialist from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). Matt's clients include leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives, working to  overcome overwhelm and burnout as they accelerate their growth toward their full potential.In this podcast episode you will learn:How to reconnect to your inner voice when the world is so crazyHow to find fulfillment in your lifeHow to cope with difficult emotions and truthsEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia—-Shownotes:Download Matt's Guide "Learn to Listen": https://matthoganworldwide.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/L2L-Guide_Download_Rev0.pdfConnect with Matt: https://matthoganworldwide.com/Book Recommendations:The Alchemist-----

Dr. Cori Stern has been helping people restore and optimize their health naturally since 2001. Her passion for alternative medicine grew out of a sick childhood characterized by a very poor diet, incessant chronic infections, and never-ending cycles of antibiotics. At the young age of 15, she decided to take her health into her own hands and began self-studying topics like the gut-brain connection, toxins, and how diet impacts a person's overall well being. Later in life, upon re-realizing her childhood dreams of helping those who suffer heal naturally, she decided to become a chiropractor at 32 and graduated at 37. She now assists people all over the world with overcoming health challenges and advocating for their healthcare. Dr. Cori Stern oversees a busy private practice where she also educates other chiropractors on how to achieve optimal results with their clients. She is the creator of the Dr. Cori Stern - Take Control Of Your Health channel known for its bite-sized information on a wide range of modern health topics. In this podcast episode you will learn:Why you have sugar cravings when you are feeling stressedThe cycle of mineral deficiency and stressSupplements vs. food-sources - what is better?How to boost your immune system in 2023What is the best way to identify deficiencies?Enjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia——Shownotes:Dr. Cori's Website: www.drcori.comDr. Cori's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.coristern/videosBook Recommendations:Nutrition and Physical Degeneration by Weston Price Lick the Sugar Habit by Dr. Nancy Appleton-----

Interview with Laura Lisa Larios. Laura Larios is the founder & CEO of The Potent CEO, a highly sought after consulting & coaching brand that delivers world class nervous system & adrenal support for high performing women in the corporate, network marketing, entrepreneurial, & coaching industries. Laura's signature methodology combines a blend of nervous system stabilization, somatic practices, adrenal support and neuroscience that provides her high level clients with greater stress optimization and the ability to grow their brands sustainably.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ What is HRV exactly and how can you measure it✨ How does HRV impact performance✨ How to increase HRV✨  How your HRV can change your life✨  How to become a sustainable leaderEnjoy listening.With gratitude,JuliaListen to our first interview from April 12th 2022: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-address-the-stored-stress-response-interview/id1448604863?i=1000557424379——SHOWNOTESGet In Touch With Laura:Website: www.lauralisalarios.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralisalarios/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauralisalarios/-----

Happy New Year 2023 - and welcome to the beginning of Season 5 of the STRESSD podcast. Yes, more than 200 podcast episodes and 4 years later, we are moving into the next era of podcasting. And I couldn't be more grateful that you are here and that you have followed my journey.So for the kick-off of Season 5, I have recorded a special podcast episode for you.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ How to overcome mental roadblocks and severe cases of procrastination in 2023✨ A list of reasons of what is getting in the way of achieving your goals✨ Step-by-step to achieving your dreams in 2023Enjoy watching.With gratitude,Julia-----

Interview with Catherine Gagnon. Catherine is a Master NLP Transformational Coach and Mind-Body Practitioner who works with people who are tired of being tired and worried. She can hear, see and feel the emotional and physical "energy leaks" in people and help them "plug" these leaks. As a result, her clients regain sustained physical/emotional energy, recover faster from illnesses, attain mental clarity, self-confidence, feel more at peace with themselves and happier in their relationships. Catherine is also a hang glider pilot, certified as an Applied neurosciences Practitioner and holds a Nurse Practitioner diploma. She's currently pursuing a doctorate in Natural Medicine and studying the Ancient Wisdom of Siddha Veda that stems from Ayurvedic medicine.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨How to make big life decisions✨What are energy leaks✨The 3-step process of change✨Emotional Alchemy: how to transmute feelings✨What is the energy equationEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---SHOWNOTES:Connect with Catherine:www.catherinegagnon.ca/enwww.missionlyme.com/homehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-gagnon-transformational-coachhttps://www.facebook.com/CatherineGagnon.TransformationalCoachhttps://www.instagram.com/catherinetransformationalcoach/If you wish to book a discovery session with Catherine, follow this link: https://calendly.com/catgagnon/discoverysessiondecouverte-----

Interview with Dr. Alessandra Wall. The daughter of an Italian mom and an American dad, growing up in France for the first 18 years of her life before moving to the US, Alessandra is a licensed clinical psychologist and leadership coach who specializes in helping women secure the deeply satisfying and successful careers they've earned. She supports this mission through individual executive coaching and group coaching for professional women and leaders, as well training programs and workshops aimed at helping women and teams work and show up better, and by consulting with leaders to build better enterprises and systems for women.Dr. Wall has been in private practice in San Diego since 2007, she founded Noteworthy (formerly Life in Focus Coaching) in 2013 to better support the women she was working with. She received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology (Cum Laude) from Duke University and her Doctorate of Philosophy in clinical psychology from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. She partners with Athena San Diego to support women in STEM via the Athena Academy, is a mentor-coach for the Southern California chapter of Women In Bio, and a lifetime member of the Device Alliance Network.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ Social Capital & Personal Branding - why that is so important during these times✨ Why investing in yourself is more important than ever✨ How mindset changes everything✨ Journaling prompts to grow your career the right wayEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia---SHOWNOTESAlessandra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralessandrawall/Noteworthy: https://www.noteworthyinc.co/-----

Interview with Christopher Lee Maher. Christopher Maher is a former Navy SEAL who endured intense physical, mental, and emotional stress as a child. By combining a “seal mindset” with modern stress management strategies, Christopher taught himself to free his body and mind from pain by developing mental and physical tools for eliminating unresolved stress. Christopher studied Traditional Chinese Medical Practices at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and at Yo San University before continuing his studies at The Universal Healing Tao System.In this podcast episode you will learn:✨Living With A Lifetime Of Unresolved Stress: The Signs & Physical Symptoms Of Unsolved Accumulated Stress✨Stress Management Vs. Stress Resolution: What's The Difference & How To Find Permanent Solutions ✨Escaping The “Fight Or Flight” State Of Mind: How Incorrect Perceptions Of Reality Fuel A False Dichotomy Between “Fight” & “Flight” ✨Modern Day Stress Management: How Modern Day Sources Of Stress Differ From The Past & The New Tools Needed To Address ThemEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia-----SHOWNOTESGet in touch with Christopher:truebodyintelligence.comsupport@truebodyintelligence.com-----

Interview with Vanessa Bush. Vanessa Bush is a certified life coach and speaker who supports busy, high-performing women to manage stress and create more balance, joy, and fulfillment in their personal life and at work. Vanessa began her 10 year career climbing the corporate ladder as a management consultant and change management professional. After a chronic stress and anxiety diagnosis in her mid-twenties, Vanessa researched and implemented holistic well-being strategies to heal herself and change her life. This process led to Vanessa quitting her job and selling everything to take a mini-retirement at 31 to live fully, travel full-time, and further her personal development. This transformational experience led to Vanessa becoming a coach to empower other women to live a life they love.In this podcast episode you will learn: ✨How to decide to take a mini-retirement✨How to prepare for it? ✨What you can gain from taking a mini-retirementEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----SHOWNOTESBook a Discovery call with Vanessa: https://calendly.com/vanessabush/discoveryVisit Vanessa's website: https://vanessabush.comFollow Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessabushwellness/-----

Interview with China Jones. China is a Mastery Method Certified Life, Leadership & Business Coach and co-founder of the empowerment brand Women Who Warrior. With over a dozen years experience as a sought after fitness trainer, her clients including executives, celebrities and athletes, China has a unique gift of helping clients master their energy and mindset so they're capable of accomplishing big goals. She does this through combining creative strategy with deeper inner work to get to the root and make changes from the inside-out. Today she is passionate about helping high achievers create success without burnout, so they can maintain the energy to do the things they love, and enjoy quality time with the people they care about. Currently, China splits her time between sunny Santa Barbara and Lake Tahoe with her husband, their toddler, and two baby cheetahs (aka ocicats). In this podcast episode you will learn:✨ Where does insecurity & self-doubt come from?✨ What are self-sabotaging techniques?✨ How to identify your old stories?✨ How to build your confidenceEnjoy listening.With gratitude,Julia----Connect with China Jones: https://www.instagram.com/coachchinajones/-----