Podcasts about stress awareness month

April is Stress Awareness Month, but let's be honest—many of us have been stress-aware our whole lives. If you've been navigating anxiety, people-pleasing, burnout, or just feeling emotionally exhausted... This conversation is for you.In this episode of Be Well, Sis, I'm joined by NK—storyteller, mental wellness advocate, and host of the podcast Basket Case. We dive into an honest conversation about what it means to care for your mental health in real, practical, and deeply personal ways.NK shares her journey of navigating anxiety, internalized shame, and self-loathing—and how relocating to Mexico offered her a new way of living, healing, and connecting to emotional well-being. She also unpacks the power of storytelling to dismantle mental health stigma, and how ceremonial healing practices like temazcal helped her come back to her body and spirit.We explore what it looks like to move beyond surface-level self-care and begin to replenish yourself in ways that are culturally grounded, spiritually aligned, and emotionally honest.In this episode, we discuss:What high-functioning anxiety can feel like and how it shows upWhy storytelling matters in the fight against mental health stigmaNK's decision to move to Mexico to support her mental wellnessHow conflict can actually strengthen relationships and build community careCeremonial healing and the role of practices like temazcal in emotional releaseWhy self-awareness and accountability are essential for personal growthHow to stop performing wellness and start living it—from the inside outMentioned in this episode:Temazcal ceremony (traditional Indigenous sweat lodge for detox + healing)Basket Case Podcast – a space for honest conversations about mental healthAbout NK: NK is a writer, speaker, and host of the Basket Case podcast—a mental health storytelling platform that centers the experiences of marginalized communities. Her work helps normalize emotional honesty, encourage personal growth, and challenge the systems that contribute to mental distress.

This episode is dedicated to my cousin and fellow physician, Dr. Jason Nunez, who recently passed away one month ago. And to honor his life in the context of April being Stress Awareness Month, , we're asking a vital question: Is stress quietly harming your heart? Joining me for this important discussion is Dr. Alan Rozanski, MD, a renowned cardiologist and Professor of Medicine whose research established the powerful link between psychological stress and heart disease. In this episode, we explore how chronic stress impacts the body, why your perception of stress matters, and what practical, science-backed tools can help you protect your heart and build true resilience. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or simply want to better understand the toll of unmanaged stress and its effects on the heart—this is a conversation you won't want to miss. And this episode is not just about the science with practical tips—it's a collective wake-up call for so many of us living with unchecked chronic stress. I hope this one inspires you to start taking good care of yourself, because your heart depends on it.Connect with Dr. Alan Rozanski, MD:WebsiteLinkedInConnect with Dr. Jonar, MD: Book Your Free Health Coaching Consult with Dr. Jonar4 Truth Health CoachingInstagramFacebookLinkedinThreadsDr. Jonar WebsiteHOW CAN I SUPPORT THIS PODCAST?Download, Listen, Subscribe, Rate & Review: Glass Half Healthy on Apple PodcastGlass Half Healthy on SpotifyTell Your Family & Friends! And Share Online!Thanks to my intern Amelia Liu, to Jacob Ferrer for their production help, and to StockSounds for the music. And to YOU! Thank you for listening!Disclaimer:This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and isn't medical advice so please talk to your primary physician for that. In addition, the views and opinions expressed by me are my own and not that of my former, current or future employer. This also applies to my guests. Finally, we do our best to make every effort to relay correct information, but don't guarantee its accuracy. Thank you for listening.

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   Justin and his guest, Kirti Mutatkar, discuss Kirti's journey to become President & CEO of UnitedAg and President of HCAA. Kirti speaks of her master's degrees in microbiology and finance, and how they work together in healthcare risk. Justin and Kirti explore stress awareness and mental health awareness and how these issues are managed at UnitedAg. Kirti tells how she wove attention to compassion and empathy into the fabric of healthcare administration at UnitedAg, and what that means for the financial success of the organization. She notes the significant growth of UnitedAg under her leadership, and how the scientific method of experimentation played a major role in that growth.   Kirti shares her advice for leading healthcare with compassion, and the roles supervisors and managers can play in looking for tell-tale signs of mental health needs. Listen to Kirti's leadership wisdom that may work in your organization. Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:14] Registration is open for RISKWORLD 2025. Engage Today and Embrace Tomorrow with RIMS, from May 4th through May 7th in Chicago, Illinois. Register at RIMS.org/RISKWORLD. [:25] After you register, visit your App Store, search for RIMS Events, and download the RIMS Events App. Select RISKWORLD 2025, load the show onto your phone, and start building your RISKWORLD itinerary! [:41] About this episode of RIMScast. We will talk about healthcare risk and mental health awareness with Kirti Mutatkar, CEO and President of United Ag and the President of the Health Care Administrators Association. We're going to get a unique risk philosophy, today. [1:13] RIMS-CRMP Workshops! RIMS is co-hosting an intensive four-day program which is your gateway to achieving two prestigious certifications, the DRI Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) and the RIMS Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP). [1:33] This workshop will be held from May 19th through the 22nd in collaboration with DRI International. Links to these courses can be found through the Certification page of RIMS.org and this episode's show notes. [1:48] Virtual Workshops! On June 12th, Pat Saporito will host “Managing Data for ERM” and she will return on June 26th to present the very popular new course, “Generative AI for Risk Management”. [2:05] A link to the full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's show notes. [2:16] RISKWORLD registration is open. Engage Today and Embrace Tomorrow, from May 4th through 7th in Chicago. The opening Keynote has been announced. It's official. Martha Stewart will kick things off in the Skyline Ballroom, on May 5th. Register at RIMS.org/RISKWORLD. [2:35] Also, remember that there will be lots of pre-conference workshops being held in Chicago just ahead of RISKWORLD. These courses include “Applying and Integrating ERM,” “Captives as an Alternate Risk Financing Technique,” and more! The links are in the show notes. [2:51] The Spencer Educational Foundation is having a Flash Sale for sponsorships at RISKWORLD! Sponsorship pricing has been reduced for the Spencer-CNA Pickleball Social on Saturday, May 3rd, and the Spencer-Gallagher Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 4th. [3:10] Sponsorships are still available for the Spencer-Sedgwick 5K Fun Run on Tuesday, May 6th. Visit Spencered.org/riskworld2025 to learn about these opportunities and more. Also, reach out to Spencer's Executive Director Megan Miller at MMiller@Spencered.org. [3:32] April is Stress Awareness Month and May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I wanted to get a fresh perspective through a risk management or risk-management-adjacent lens, which is why I reached out to today's guest. [3:49] Kirti Mutatkar is the President and CEO of UnitedAg in California and also the President, serving a two-year term, of the Health Care Administrators Association not for profit. [4:01] We will learn about her fascinating career journey and how leading with empathy has reduced turnover and retained value at UnitedAg. [4:10] Interview! Kirti Mutatkar, welcome to RIMScast!  [4:37] Kirti came to the U.S. to do her Master's when she was 20. She was going to study microbiology and do her PhD in genetics and biotech. Her circumstances changed and she explored getting an MBA. She got a Master's in finance. This was in Connecticut. [5:15] Kirti moved to California and looked for work. She applied at UnitedAg, to work for “a year or two.” Each year since then, UnitedAg has grown like crazy, with many innovations. Kirti has never felt that she has been there so long, she could do it in her sleep. [6:06] For Kirti, it's exciting every day to come to work. She was the CFO and transitioned  10 years ago to become the CEO. [6:25] Kirti was a member of HCAA for several years and is now President for a two-year term. The HCAA is very aligned with Kirti's thinking. She learns something with every conference she attends and every board meeting. [7:36] Kirti says, if everybody in the room feels it's their idea, and it's because of them we have succeeded, and you know you've played a role in that, that's success. [8:02] Kirti says a microbiologist, or any scientist, is constantly running experiments, and learning from experiments. Kirti says UnitedAg is a lab. HCAA is a lab. They're testing out things and trying to see what works and what does not work. [8:36] You understand the risks to the healthcare industry at a deeper level by doing experiments. You watch the results and you learn from them. You create feedback loops and grow. [8:53] Under Kirti's leadership, UnitedAg has tripled in size over the last couple of years, based on experimentation, learning, and adapting. That's what being a science student had taught her. [9:14] From the finance standpoint, in the position of impacting change, just looking at the financial statements and getting a quick picture of what's happening, was one of the best things Kirti could have done for herself in the role of CEO. [9:39] As a CEO, you have a strong CFO behind you. Understanding from a financial standpoint and a risk standpoint what that risk means to the financial, has been a big part of Kirti's success at UnitedAg. Her knowledge of science and finance works well for her organizations. [10:15] UnitedAg has around 110 employees. It has an underwriting department for its health plan. [10:45] Kirti believes her interest in the scientific method of testing hypotheses relating to the human side of risk and finance is what she brings to UnitedAg. [11:25] Kirti explains her upcoming plans for underwriting models for employer group risk and administrative costs. She is testing out opening the books, educating, and working with employer groups. [12:33] With Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Kirti discusses mental health in the agricultural community. She has been thinking of this since COVID-19. Ag workers did not have the choice of working from home. They were out in the fields. [13:15] There was a lot of uncertainty around what COVID-19 meant. In 2020, the need surfaced to provide some form of benefit for mental health. Culturally, in the ag industry, there is a stigma around mental health care. There is a lot of stress in production agriculture. [13:54] Kirti decided to run an experiment. She proposed to the board to use some of the innovation dollars set aside to offer a mental health benefit free of cost to all the members, with no copays and nothing going to the deductible, and doing it for one year. [14:28] It was a huge risk. They didn't look at the financial impact. They said, there's a need for mental health; let's do it for a year. They offered it and it became a huge impact. [14:56] A lot of people did seek out that benefit and used it. UnitedAg used Care Navigators to see what level of care a member's need was, and based on that need, provide that care. They found that some needed much care but more of the risk is in the early stages of need. [15:59] In the earlier stages, individuals may not realize they need care. Kirti stresses identifying the initial need for mental health care. Providing care initially can prevent chronic conditions. Not just for health plan cost, but from a human standpoint, you don't want that to go there. [16:33] UnitedAg spends a lot of time understanding mental health. Are you just having an anxious day today or are you having chronic anxiety? With the Chief Medical Officer, UnitedAg is spending time determining the tell-tale signs of anxiety to identify and help people with it. [16:59] Free access to mental health care, using Teladoc, Spring Health, other vendors, and the Member Advocacy Department at UnitedAg can be as simple as getting on a call and talking through anxiety, whether it's caused by environmental issues like flooding, or other stresses. [18:14] Kirti says UnitedAg is seeing anxiety around ICE deportations as labor is a big part of agriculture. There are a lot of people who come to work in the ag industry and then go back home. [18:39] Employees have anxiety over whether they will be there tomorrow. Employers have anxiety over whether they'll have access to labor tomorrow. [19:12] Uncertainty creates anxiety. The ups and downs of life create anxiety. [19:28] Plug Time! RIMS Webinars! Zurich's webinar, “Understanding Third-Party Litigation Funding” will be held on May 1st at 1:00 p.m. Eastern. Then RIMS takes a little break from webinars. [19:43] On May 22nd, webinars are back with GRC, a TÜV SÜD Company, and their newest session, “Asset Valuations in 2025: Managing Tariffs, Inflation, and Rising Insurance Scrutiny”. [19:55] On May 29th, Origami Risk returns to present “Strategic Risk Financing in an Unstable Economy: Leveraging Technology for Efficiency and Cost Reduction”. On June 5th, Zywave joins us to discuss “Today's Escalating Risk Trajectory: What's the Cause and What's the Solution?” [20:17] More webinars will be announced soon and added to the RIMS.org/Webinars page. Go there to register. Registration is complimentary for RIMS members. [20:29] Spencer Educational Foundation will be present at RISKWORLD 2025. Spencer's Grants Program is starting soon. [20:38] Spencer's goal to help build a talent pipeline of risk management and insurance professionals is achieved, in part, by its collaboration with risk management and insurance educators across the U.S. and Canada. [20:51] Since 2010, Spencer has awarded over $3.3 million in General Grants to support over 130 student-centered experiential learning initiatives at universities and RMI non-profits. Spencer's 2026 application process will open on May 1st, 2025, and close on July 30th, 2025. [21:14] General Grant awardees are typically notified at the end of October. Learn more about Spencer's General Grants through the Programs tab of SpencerEd.org. [21:25] On the 7th of October, the New Jersey RIMS Chapter will return to the beautiful Fiddler's Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, New Jersey for their Annual Charity Golf/Pickleball Event. [21:37] Registration is open and the event proceeds are used to fund the chapter's Spencer and Kids' Chance Scholarships. It was the filming location for the upcoming movie sequel Happy Gilmore 2. For more information, and to register, please NewJersey.RIMS.org. [21:59] Let's Return to My Interview with Kirti Mutatkar! [22:07] Justin remarks on Kirti leading with compassion and empathy. Both at HCAA and as CEO of UnitedAg, she puts humans at the center. People remind her it's a business, but she has found that using compassion and empathy has an impact on real numbers. [23:26] Kirti reminds people she has a degree in finance and is a businessperson. UnitedAg has tripled in size. It is a quarter-billion-dollar trust. Its admin costs are very low and its loss ratio is very low. It's done very well financially. [23:53] Kirti makes a decision based on the financial aspect of it and then fits in the compassion and empathy. Eventually, compassion has a big impact on the financial. Now at HCAA, people are looking at how compassion translates into numbers. UnitedAg is a perfect example of it. [24:52] Some people may want to look at it purely from a business standpoint. Kirti feels that adding compassion and empathy manages the risk factor and has a financial impact. It's better for your business than you think it is. It's not a fluff word, you can show it in numbers. [25:52] Kirti is part of the Claims Committee at UnitedAg. Appeals come in and they make decisions on what can or cannot be approved. There is legal representation, client representation, and financial representation. Kirti shares an example of a mental health appeal. [26:41] The appeal was denied and Kirti listened to the compliance and financial positions for why it was denied. She didn't feel right about it, and after the meeting, she reached out to the employer. Then she came back to the committee and asked them to rethink it. [27:34] The committee found a solution within the compliance needs, to approve the claim. In the future, that employer will be apt to renew with UnitedAg because trust was created and help was provided to the employee. It was a financial decision that started with compassion. [29:16] UnitedAG's customer retention is over 90%. That speaks for itself. [29:26] RIMS Plug! From Ryan Harris, upcoming Keynote on the Main Stage on May 6th at RISKWORLD 2025, “Greetings RIMS members and global risk professionals! I'm Ryan Harris, Champion of Super Bowl 50, best-selling author, and award-winning broadcaster. [29:46] “I'm thrilled to be your Main Stage Keynote for RISKWORLD 2025, where we will discuss the transformative five steps to building a championship team and leading to winning! You can learn more about me and my story by listening to RIMScast. [30:01] ”And more than anything, make sure to register for RISKWORLD 2025 by visiting RIMS.org/riskworld. I'm so thrilled to see you and I'm looking forward to us building together so that you can reach your greatest success!” [30:16] Thank you, again, Ryan. We look forward to seeing you at RISKWORLD 2025 on May 6th. A link to Ryan's episode of RIMScast, #325, is in this episode's show notes. Get a preview of the Super Bowl Champion and remember to register for RISKWORLD 2025. [30:33] Let's Return to the Conclusion of Our Interview with Kirti Mutatkar! [30:46] Kirti says that bringing mental health into the Enterprise Risk Management strategy starts with the HR department. UnitedAg does a lot of training around mental health. There are good products available, but just saying we have this product, as a check mark, is not enough. [31:16] Go deeper, listen to your members, and train your supervisors and managers to identify some of the tell-tale signs of needs and bring them forward. Kirti's Chief of Staff remarked to her that physical scars can be seen, but mental scars cannot be shown. [31:49] You have to go deeper to understand mental scars. Spread the word. Talk to your employees and HR teams. Be OK with someone getting emotional at work. Give them a safe space and a trusting environment. Everybody goes through anxiety and stress. [32:20] Providing a safe space does more than providing a program. Engaging, building relationships, and having a connection would be helpful. [32:35] As a CEO, Kirti's biggest takeaway is to maintain a connection with everybody. She tries to do that as much as possible. She goes to CEO lunches and roundtables and is constantly talking to people. You never know what someone will say or do that is a tell-tale sign of need. [33:06] Kirti's advice for risk management professionals is to go a little deeper. Don't take things at face value. Take a step back and ask what is the true problem. Go one or two layers deeper looking for the real issues. Understanding the issue is good from a risk standpoint. [33:50] Are there not enough mental health professionals or should we look at the model for how we provide care for people? [34:10] Kirti also has a podcast, This Is Ag!, available on Spotify and other podcast platforms. She loves podcasting! The reason behind it is relationship and connection. It's to tell people what ag is all about. This year's focus will be on the ground workers and telling their stories. [34:58] There is so much to learn from agriculture! A lot of things still happen with a handshake in agriculture. There's a lot of trust and a lot of relationship and connection. Kirti loves working in the industry. She's very grateful for that. [35:14] Kirti tells what she likes about leading a not-for-profit organization. She runs it as a business but the core of it is the mission it serves. HCAA serves the underserved and she is testing how compassion and empathy play a role in the process. [35:44] Special thanks again to Health Care Administrators Association President and UnitedAg President and CEO, Kirti Mutatkar. There is a link to her podcast, This Is Ag!, in this episode's show notes.b Let her know you heard her first on RIMScast. [36:02] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [36:30] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [36:48] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [37:06] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [37:22] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [37:36] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. You can email Justin at Content@RIMS.org. [37:44] Thank you all for your continued support and engagement on social media channels! We appreciate all your kind words. Listen every week! Stay safe!   Links: RISKWORLD 2025 — May 4‒7 | Register today! Download the RIMS Events app! Spencer's RISKWORLD Events — Register or Sponsor! LAST CALL! RIMS Texas Regional 2025 — August 3‒5 | Advance registration rates now open. 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RIMS Virtual Workshops On-Demand Webinars RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) RISK PAC | RIMS Advocacy RIMS Strategic & Enterprise Risk Center RIMS-CRMP Stories — Featuring RIMS President Kristen Peed!   RIMS Events, Education, and Services: RIMS Risk Maturity Model®   Sponsor RIMScast: Contact sales@rims.org or pd@rims.org for more information.   Want to Learn More? Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org, and listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.   Have a question or suggestion? Email: Content@rims.org.   Join the Conversation! Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.   About our guest: Kirti Mutatkar on LinkedIn Kirti Mutatkar, CEO and President of United Ag   Production and engineering provided by Podfly.  

In segment one, author and clinical psychologist, Dr. Lauren Cook joins Hal to talk about the impact of stress on our lives. Then, hear from Thomas J. LaGrave Jr., a former Navy SEAL and licensed clinical social worker on his program "Honor Bound," which gives resources to young men dealing with issues. Finally, Dr. Kien Vuu, UCLA associate clinical professor, talks about what we can do to help ourselves deal with all the stress.

Join Robin Stoloff on Living Well this Easter Sunday morning to spring into a healthier you. Discover why this season is ideal for shedding pounds, improving gut health, and learning three transformative steps to reprogram your mind for success. Get simple, practical tips for enjoying a healthier Easter and uncover the truth about the resurgent threat of Measles and the importance of vaccines. This episode also delves into Stress Awareness Month, with a focus on healthy nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness. Learn from Dr. Alain Salas about breaking free from limiting beliefs and Dr. Kate Ricciardi about customizing your diet to boost gut health. Don't miss insights on enhancing hair strength and shine with nutrition, plus expert advice from Nutrisystem's dietitian, Courtney McCormick, on why spring may help you cut calories effortlessly.

In this special episode for Stress Awareness Month, we're diving deep into the energetics of calm, clarity, and connection.I'm joined by the radiant Liz Clifton, calm leadership coach, mentor, and Animal Reiki practitioner. Through her powerful story — including her journey with a shutdown Romanian rescue dog and her own healing after a dysfunctional relationship — Liz offers a deeply compassionate and practical path back to inner calm.Together, we explore:

In this episode of the Thriving Practice Podcast, host Tracy Cherpeski interviews Joanna Sapir, a business strategist who specializes in helping wellness practitioners build thriving practices without burning out. Airing during Stress Awareness Month, this conversation explores Joanna's revolutionary approach of "stop selling sessions, start creating programs" that helps practitioners create more predictable business models while delivering better outcomes for clients. Drawing from her own burnout experience as a practice owner, Joanna shares practical strategies for designing effective programs and treatment plans that benefit both practitioners and their clients. Key Highlights The Burnout Reality: How Joanna's emergency room visit within her first year of business became a wake-up call to reimagine how wellness practices can operate Paradigm Shift: The fundamental difference between selling individual sessions versus creating comprehensive healing journeys Business Benefits: How programs eliminate the financial impact of no-shows and create predictable, sustainable revenue Client Outcomes: Why structured programs lead to better compliance, deeper healing, and more satisfied clients Implementation Framework: Practical steps for designing programs that align with your modality and client needs Transition Strategies: How to introduce programs to existing clients without disrupting relationships Sales Process: Creating authentic enrollment conversations that align with healing values Topics Covered The profound difference between "packages" (discounted sessions) and true treatment programs Front-end and back-end program structures for different practitioner types How programs provide essential "guardrails" that keep clients on track with their health goals Why selling sessions creates unpredictable income and client progress The iterative approach to refining your programs over time Creating systems that allow practitioners to "just show up and do their best work" How program-based practices can scale more effectively Featured Examples Joanna shares two detailed program models: Physical Practitioner Model: A body worker's 6/9/12-week assessment-based treatment plans for pain relief and injury recovery Therapeutic Practitioner Model: A nervous system specialist's six-month cohort-based program for disordered eating with group and individual components Resources Mentioned Free Systems Guide: Three essential business systems for wellness practitioners: Lead generation system Lead capture system Sales process system Last week's solo episode on physician wellness and burnout prevention Joanna's comprehensive business development programs for wellness practitioners Episode Quotes "Stop selling sessions and start creating programs and treatment plans." - Joanna Sapir "When you have the systems and structures in place, you get to just show up and do your best work with the client." - Joanna Sapir "If you don't have a business that's making money that's sustaining you sufficiently, you have an incredibly expensive hobby." - Tracy Cherpeski "It's not necessarily about there being some people who are committed and some who aren't. It's actually about the boundaries you put in place, the guardrails that keep people in the lane." - Joanna Sapir "You can have a beautifully authentic, meaningful, connected sales process that enrolls your patients or your clients in these programs... it's a win-win-win all around." - Joanna Sapir Bio: Joanna Sapir is a business strategist who helps wellness practitioners build thriving practices without burning out. Joanna specializes in helping practitioners move from the unpredictable cycle of selling individual sessions to creating comprehensive programs and treatment plans that provide better client outcomes while creating sustainable, predictable income. Her clients include acupuncturists, bodyworkers, movement specialists, and practitioners who combine multiple healing modalities. Through her work, Joanna helps wellness professionals properly price and package their services, develop steady predictable income, clarify their unique vision and voice, and create systems that allow their businesses to run smoothly without constant hands-on management. Her ultimate goal is to help practitioners create the freedom and fulfillment that attracted them to healing work in the first place, while building businesses that truly support their desired lifestyle. Based in Central Mexico (as of this recording), Joanna continues to expand her impact by helping practitioners worldwide transform their approach to business and client care. Find Joanna: Website Link to free resource https://joannasapir.com/lp/systems/ LinkedIn Facebook Connect With Us: Be a Guest on the Show Thriving Practice Community Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy's LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page Thriving Practice Community Instagram

Release Date: 04.16.2025 Hoporenkv Native American Podcast: “In Honor of Stress Awareness Month- Thriving Under Pressure: Holistic Health Tips for Tribal Professionals" Special Guest: Dr. Joseph Buckley, D.C., B.S. Doctor of Chiropractic Certified back safety and stress-free sitting specialist Pines West Chiropractic Episode Description: Feeling the pressure? This Stress Awareness Month, empower yourself with actionable strategies in our latest episode: "Thriving Under Pressure: Holistic Health Tips for Tribal Professionals." This week, we're honored to host Dr. Joseph Buckley, a respected chiropractor, who brings a wealth of knowledge on holistic health and well-being. We'll explore practical strategies for healthy stress reduction, effective techniques for achieving that elusive work-life balance, and powerful ways to improve self-esteem. This crucial discussion will also cover managing stress and burnout specifically for professionals, the importance of promoting mental health awareness, the benefits of implementing wellness programs for Tribal Housing employees, and vital self-care practices that every Tribal employee can integrate into their lives. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable tools for a healthier and more balanced life! Episode Resource Links: https://www.pineswestchiropractic.com/ https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:52792c8e-ee9c-473d-b5ac-1390436dda6c Pines West 18501 Pines Blvd., Suite 104 Pembroke Pines, FL 33029 (954) 432-3343 Eastside Chiropractic 8228 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33138 (305) 403-2595 Martinez Chiropractic 12595 S.W. 137th Ave., Suite 108 Miami FL, 33186 (305) 388-7577

In honour of Stress Awareness Month, The Happier Life Project joins forces with The Motivation Mindset podcast for a special crossover episode—bringing together two powerful platforms to explore practical ways to manage stress, boost mental well-being, and reclaim your calm. Risa Williams, psychotherapist, time management coach, author, and host of the award-winning productivity podcast The Motivation Mindset, joins us to mark Stress Awareness Month 2025 and this year's theme, #LeadWithLove, by diving into her empowering latest book, 'Get Stuff Done Without the Stress'. In this episode, host Gabby shares some of her favourite tools from the book, while Risa explains the psychology behind why they work so well. Risa also offers strategies for shifting away from hustle culture, toxic productivity, and harsh self-talk, guiding us toward approaching our goals with kindness, calm, and clarity. We explore what it really means to lead with love in our productivity habits, how we can manage time, tame stress, and boost motivation using practical, compassionate tools, and why rest, play, and self-compassion are not luxuries—they're essential ingredients in actually getting things done. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do list, burned out by pressure, or stuck in a cycle of procrastination, this episode is for you. Risa shares science-backed, self-compassion-fueled strategies to help you reclaim your time, protect your mental energy, and get things done—without sacrificing your peace of mind. To download the My Possible Self app: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypossibleself To follow Risa Williams on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risawilliamstherapy/ Risa Williams website: www.risawilliams.com To purchase Risa's book Get Stuff Done Without The Stress: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Stuff-Done-Without-Stress/dp/1684816874/  And check out The Motivation Mindset podcast in all the usual podcast places. 

In recognition of Stress Awareness Month, this week's episode of Pathway to Peace explores how Islamic teachings can help us manage stress and nurture inner peace. Drawing on the Holy Qur'an, we revisit key concepts such as Sabr, Tawakkul, Salah, and Dhikr—spiritual tools that offer calm in the chaos of modern life. Tune in for reflections, reminders, and a pathway back to serenity through faith.

Happy Mid-April! There is a lot to cover including outdoor activities like yard sales, helpful tips to combat stress during Stress Awareness Month, and concerns over tourist helicopter tours. A lot to cover this week. Believe it or not, Joe and Lisa have fun this episode (shocking, we know)! Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media @basilekmj Visit linkcare.org for more information about finding a therapist. Check out firststreetchurch.com for church events and fentanyl anonymous. #StressAwarenessMonth #YardSales #Clovis #MentalHealth #Anxiety #HelicopterCrash #HudsonRiver #KMJNOW #Newstalk #California #Fresno #LinkCareFoundation #FirstStreetChurch #CentralValleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April is Stress Awareness Month - not that we need a reason to realize we ARE under stress. So today, we're opening up the feelgoodery inbox and answering your real questions about stress, anxiety, blood sugar, relationships, itchy skin, and more.From how intermittent fasting might not be your stress friend to how stress can impact your blood sugar, as well as how ice can fit into the picture . . .we're talking about what stress does to the body and what you can do to actually feel better.We're Covering:Is intermittent fasting making your anxiety worse?The connection between cortisol and blood sugar spikesCan stress can make your skin flare up?Tips for living with someone when you're the stressed-out oneTechniques to interrupt spiraling thoughts (including the ice bowl trick)What GABA is, and whether it actually helps with sleep or anxietyToday's feelgood thingResources/Products Mentioned:Zincofax (baby rash cream that secretly helps with adult skin freakouts)Palming technique for nervous system calmGABA + Magnesium tipsCold water face plunge for vagus nerve activationEnjoyed this episode?It would mean a LOT if you would share it with someone who needs it, or feel free to leave a lil  review—every bit of support helps this show reach more good humans.Got your own feelgood thing?DM me on Instagram @itskyleb or email me at info@kylebuchanan.ca and you might be featured on a future episode!

Robert Pattinson Being Eyed For Villain Of Dune Messiah?! | Kristian Harloff Show On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, Kristian is joined by John Rocha and Sean Chandler to break down some of the biggest movie and TV news of the week! Is The Batman star Robert Pattinson about to step into the sci-fi world of Dune Messiah as the mysterious villain Scytale? We dive into the reports and what it could mean for Denis Villeneuve's upcoming sequel. Other topics on the show include: Emma Thompson reportedly being eyed for a key role in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. Jesse Plemons rumored for a major Star Wars villain in Shawn Levy's upcoming film. Set leaks and speculation from Avengers: Doomsday, plus Marvel drops a wild Wolverine ASMR video for Stress Awareness Month. A new Andor Season 2 TV spot has dropped along with official air dates – the final season is coming fast. And yes, you read that right — a live-action Hershey's Chocolate film is officially in the works! Don't forget to like and subscribe for all the latest updates in the world of film, television, and geek culture! #DuneMessiah #RobertPattinson #StarWars #AvengersDoomsday #HungerGames #Andor #MCU #KristianHarloffShow #SeanChandler #JohnRocha OUR Sponsors: If you're 21+, try VIIA during their annual SPRING 420 SALE for Black Friday-level savings up to 35% OFF site wide! Go to https://viia.co/KRISTIAN and use code KRISTIAN! FAST GROWING TREES: This Spring FGT has the best deals, for your yard, up to half off on select plants and other deals. And listeners to our show get FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF their first purchase when using the code BIGTHING at checkout. http://www.fastgrowingtress.com VIIA: Try VIIA! https://viia.co/KRISTIAN and use code KRISTIAN! FACTOR: Get started at http://www.factormeals.com/kristian50off and use code kristian50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box. 

In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, Nikki talks about the invisible mental load many women and moms carry daily, and why it's important to talk about it during Stress Awareness Month. From decision fatigue to emotional labor, Nikki explores what it really means to carry the weight of “everything”and how even wellness advice can sometimes add to the pressure.She offers thoughtful insights, meaningful truths, and practical tools to help you feel more grounded, calm, and supported. If you've been feeling off, overwhelmed, or exhausted, thisepisode is your reminder that you're not alone, and you're doing better than you think.What You'll Hear:• The true meaning of StressAwareness Month• Eye-opening statistics aboutstress and burnout• The emotional and mental loadwomen carry• Simple tools to reduce overwhelm• A short, calming meditation toshift your energyTake a Breath With Nikki:Inhale: I soften my body.Exhale: I release what's not mine.Meditations mentioned in this episode:Monday Meditation. Positive AffirmationsMeditation ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fit-fun-and-frazzled/id1530819580?i=1000586079382⁠Abundance Mantra Meditation ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fit-fun-and-frazzled/id1530819580?i=1000678125456⁠5 Minute Guided Meditation That Will Change YourLife! Dear Gabby (Gabby Bernstein's Podcast) ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-gabby/id1561694805?i=1000586679338⁠Share the love:If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might need the reminder that they're not alone.Connect with Nikki:Instagram: ⁠@nikkilanigan.yogaandwellness⁠@fitfunandfrazzledpodcastSpecial Offers & Sponsors•Mantra Match – 10% off with code NIKKIWELLNESS: ⁠https://mantramatcha.com/⁠•Neeshi Protein Powder – 20% off your first order with code NIKKIYOGA20: ⁠www.neeshi.com⁠•Sakara Life – 20% off with code NIKKIWELLNESSSAKARA: ⁠www.sakara.com⁠*** This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services.

Episode Overview In this special solo episode for Stress Awareness Month, host Tracy Cherpeski shares insights from the Sonoma-Mendocino Lake County Healthcare Expo and Conference on physician wellness and burnout. Drawing from her 15+ years of consulting experience with healthcare practices, Tracy discusses how the unique challenges faced by independent practitioners affect both personal wellbeing and business success. Key Highlights The Burnout Crisis: 63% of physicians report at least one symptom of burnout according to Mayo Clinic research Double Impact: Practice owners face both clinical stress and business ownership pressures Strengths Becoming Weaknesses: How the qualities that make great healthcare providers (service orientation, high standards, problem-solving abilities) can undermine personal wellbeing Business Consequences: How unmanaged stress directly impacts practice revenue, staff retention, patient experience, and clinical decision-making Practical Solutions: Stress management strategies specifically designed for independent practitioners and small practice owners Topics Covered The unique stress patterns observed in healthcare practitioners vs. other professionals How to recognize early warning signs of burnout in yourself and colleagues The measurable business costs of practitioner stress Practical interventions that serve both wellbeing and business optimization Why institutional wellness approaches often fail independent practitioners Featured Framework Tracy's coaching approach for practice owners includes: Eight-area life assessment to identify imbalances "Threshold interventions" - small changes at critical junctures of the day Environmental modifications to reduce stress triggers Intentional calendaring and boundary-setting Integration of wellbeing strategies with business optimization Resources Mentioned Free Burnout Prevention Guide: Available at PracticeSuccess.co/resources (scroll to bottom of page), WHO's official burnout definition and 12-stage progression model Episode Quotes "In healthcare, your most important business asset isn't your equipment, your location, or even your patient list—it's you. And when you're operating from a place of chronic stress, every business metric eventually suffers." "Addressing practitioner stress isn't just a wellness nicety—it's a business imperative with measurable ROI. When practice owners invest in their wellbeing, they're making one of the most significant business investments possible." "We take the approach of building one's business around the life they want to live, not the other way around." Connect With Us: Be a Guest on the Show Thriving Practice Community Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy's LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page Thriving Practice Community Instagram

Stress is a natural part of life — bills, work, relationships, health, and everything in between. A little pressure can actually be a good thing, helping us rise to challenges, stay motivated, and grow. But when it starts to feel constant, overwhelming, or like it's running the show? That's when stress becomes a real threat to our mental and physical health. April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to pause, reflect, and find better ways to cope. This year's theme, #LeadWithLove, encourages us to treat ourselves and others with compassion, even in the most trying moments. So, in honour of that, we're sharing a fantastic stress themed episode from The Happier Life Project archives. In this Ask the Expert special, we put your stress-related questions — sent in via email and social media — to Dr Bernadette Dancy, a stress management specialist, coach, and corporate speaker. With years of experience helping people navigate stress and burnout, Dr Bernadette shares practical mindset shifts and lifestyle tools that dig deeper than the usual “just take a bath” advice. Stress can manifest and present in all kinds of ways, which your questions really demonstrate — from stress eating, to burnout at work, a stressed-out partner, to fertility issues… we've got you covered. Whether you're feeling a little frazzled or on the edge of burnout, this episode is packed with empowering guidance to help you take back control and lead a calmer, more balanced life. You're not alone — and you don't have to just “deal with it.” Let's dive back in. To download the free My Possible Self App: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: @mypossibleself For all things Dr Bernadette Dancy: https://www.bernadettedancy.co.uk/ To follow Dr Bernadette on Instagram: @bernadettedancy_stresscoach/ To learn more about Stress Ed: https://stress-ed.co.uk/ To take the Stress Ed test: https://stress-ed.scoreapp.com/

April brings with it a powerful trio of reminders: it's Stress Awareness Month, the Month of Hope, and home to Good Deeds Day on April 6. What do these have in common? They each invite us to pause, breathe, and take action—however small—that nourishes our minds, hearts, and communities. When stress threatens to consume us, one of the most impactful things we can do is plant a seed—literally or metaphorically—and watch something beautiful grow. This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with Shelley Whizin focuses on Planting Seeds of Hope. Check out her article that shares five heartwarming, hope-filled actions you can take this April to reduce stress and plant the seeds of something better: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/planting-seeds-of-hope/  And, check out the new seasonal Big Blend "Soul Diving" digital publication featuring her past articles and podcasts here:  https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ylqx/#p=1  SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with Shelley and her coaching programs, courses, and workshops here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/  Tune in to Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk  This episode is also being shared and featured on Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" channel and "Big Daily Blend" Channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Welcome to the Paint The Medical Picture Podcast, created and hosted by Sonal Patel, CPMA, CPC, CMC, ICD-10-CM.Thanks to all of you for making this a Top 15 Podcast for 4 Years: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blog.feedspot.com/medical_billing_and_coding_podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sonal's 14th Season starts up and Episode 14 has a Newsworthy feature on National Stress Awareness Month.Sonal's Trusty Tip features compliance recommendations on the latest CMS update on Medical Record Documentation Requirements.Spark inspires us all to reflect on change based on the inspirational words of Stephen Hawking.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paint The Medical Picture Podcast now on:Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcJAHHrqNLo9UmKtqRP3X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paint-the-medical-picture-podcast/id153044217⁠7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/bc6146d7-3d30-4b73-ae7f-d77d6046fe6a/paint-the-medical-picture-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find Paint The Medical Picture Podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzNUxmYdIU_U8I5hP91Kk7A⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find Sonal on LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonapate/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And checkout the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paintthemedicalpicturepodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to be a sponsor of the Paint The Medical Picture Podcast series, please contact Sonal directly for pricing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PaintTheMedicalPicturePodcast@gmail.com

April is Stress Awareness Month, and in the construction industry, mental health is a conversation many still struggle to have. In fact, 70% of builders say they've suspected a colleague was seriously depressed but found it too difficult to talk about. The stigma runs so deep that 71% admit to giving their employer a different reason—like a physical illness—when taking time off for mental health. Even more concerning, 4 in 10 builders say they'd rather quit their job than speak up. We were joined by Ross Comer from St Johns ambulance and Band of Builders CEO Gavin Crane to hear the best ways to look after yourself and where you can get help should you need it. Plus theres also the Pub Lunch Quiz for your chance to grab your very own 6 points and you'll hear the very best messages that we received - Enjoy.

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April is stress awareness month.In this short and simple meditation, Nikki guides you through a breath awareness practice designed to calm your nervous system and ground you in the present moment. Perfect for Stress Awareness Month, or anytime you feel overwhelmed. Just a few minutes to reset, breathe, and return to calm.Connect on Instagram:www.instagram.com/fitfunandfrazzledpodcastwww.instagram.com/nikkilanigan.yogaandwellness

April is Stress Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to rethink how we handle pressure behind the chair.Tune in to hear Dr. Rebecca Heiss, a stress physiologist and author, break down the science of stress, revealing how hairstylists can reframe pressure and turn stress into a tool for success in a fast-paced, client-focused industry.

Are you holding back from posting on social media because of self-doubt?Do you ever wonder, Who do I think I am to be posting this? You're not alone. Many therapists struggle with the fear of seeming self-promotional, not knowing enough, or being judged. In this episode of The Good Enough Counsellors Podcast, I'll help you reframe your approach to social media so it feels less about you and more about helping others. I'll also walk you through practical strategies to shift your mindset, overcome perfectionism, and start posting with confidence.In the second half of the episode, I'll help you plan your April social media content with ideas for Stress Awareness Month. I'll break it down into weekly themes and share engagement questions, educational topics, and post ideas for different therapy niches.Takeaways:Why therapists often struggle with social media self-doubtHow to reframe social media as service, not self-promotionThe three biggest fears that stop you from posting—and how to overcome themA simple shift that makes writing posts easierHow to reach your ideal clients without feeling like you're ‘selling'Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREYou can also find me here:The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook GroupJosephine Hughes on FacebookJosephine Hughes on YouTubeMy website: josephinehughes.comThe information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.self doubt in marketing, overcoming self doubt, how to promote yourself as a therapist, social media for therapists, mental health marketing strategies, Stress Awareness Month 2025, promoting your practice online, addressing fear of judgment, marketing for counsellors

It's the final part of our series of episodes marking Stress Awareness Month. We look at some more tried and tested ways of dealing with stress - which will you start to do from today? Your host Joanne Mallon is the author of several self help books including most recently How to Find Calm in Five Minutes a Day https://amzn.to/47nET0R You can support the podcast by leaving a rating or review, or by buying Joanne a coffee here https://ko-fi.com/joannemallon  Come and say hello on Twitter and Instagram @joannemallon or email joanne@joannemallon.com You can sign up for Joanne's newsletter One Minute Magic here: https://tinyurl.com/OneMinuteMagic Joanne's been coaching clients around the world for over 20 years and is one of the UK's most experienced life and career coaches. She specialises in life and career coaching for people in media and creative industries. To find out more about one to one coaching with Joanne, visit her website here: https://joannemallon.com/

April is National Stress Awareness Month and today is the final day. Does that stress you out? 

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about S.T.R.E.S.S. April is Stress Awareness Month, so Jenn is sharing tangible tips that you can use to destress when you start to feel overwhelm creeping in. Each tip Jenn provides only takes a few seconds, and will leave you able to look at the situation in a different light. How will you remember them? Jenn made the stress an acronym for the actions. Tune in to learn more! Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday.  Have an idea for a nutrition nugget?  Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/       RESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

Last Wednesday I had 2 events on the same day (Listen to the full story.) While getting out of the car at my 2nd event, I fell and face-planted on the asphalt in the parking lot. The lesson that applies to our time today? The event was a women's workshop sponsored by the White House Area Chamber of Commerce. It's in my hometown, so I know the leaders – 3 wonderful women! Tim was with me, and a few minutes after the fall (I still wasn't off the ground yet!), two of them came outside, gently helped me up, walked with me, brought me a seat and ice pack, and stayed with me until I was ready to go compose myself. WOMEN AND RELATIONSHIPS!! Such an important topic! Let's do the same format today for our last week of Stress Awareness Month. First, revisit the Stress in America Report. Second, look deeper at the research. Next, my successes and mistakes. And, finally, tips. Here we go! (All links in show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/stress-awareness-month-part-4-women-relationships) From Stress in America 2023 report (Link in first episode at ): -Women were also more likely than men to cite family responsibilities (58% vs. 52%) and relationships (49% vs. 44%) as key stressors in their lives. Then I wondered, how is this different from family responsibilities? So I looked at the questions asked in the survey. I searched for the word relationships. Here's what I found: 1. What causes you stress: Relationships (e.g., spouse, kids, girl/boyfriend) 2. How many people can you talk to about what's happening in your life (e.g., stress, relationships, etc.)? Please provide your best estimate. That's all. The deeper dive here didn't give me much. I also referenced what a few of the women in my study said about women (The Stress Club, pp. 90-91) Here's a few (see show notes) So I decided to make some inferences. If it's not about family responsibility (housework, shopping, cooking, laundry, home maintenance, child-care, etc.), it might be issues in the relationships: · Communication · Worry · Conflict · Money · Blended families And in those areas, I have done some things well, and others not so much: Successes: · Scripting and PowerPhrases · Therapy · Allowing my grown children to be grown · Apologizing Mistakes: · Excessive anger · Unrealistic expectations · Focusing too much on my needs · Incorrect assumptions So let's get to the tips. I LOVED this article and, for the brief time we have together, I thought it was perfect: Six Tips for Building Health Relationships. Here are the 6, but please listen and read the article for more info! 1. Learn about yourself 2. Give the relationship time and energy 3. Develop AND honor boundaries 4. Talk and Listen with respect 5. Let go of what you can't control 6. Take time to reflect and grow Thanks for joining! **Not intended to be therapy or replace therapy - If you need further help, please reach out to one of these resources or one in your area: General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ Celebrate Recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ About AA: https://www.aa.org/ Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life's challenges.

It's part four of our series of episodes marking Stress Awareness Month, and today we're looking at ongoing, chronic stress - what is it, and what can help with it? Your host Joanne Mallon is the author of several self help books including most recently How to Find Calm in Five Minutes a Day https://amzn.to/47nET0R You can support the podcast by leaving a rating or review, or by buying Joanne a coffee here https://ko-fi.com/joannemallon  Come and say hello on Twitter and Instagram @joannemallon or email joanne@joannemallon.com You can sign up for Joanne's newsletter One Minute Magic here: https://tinyurl.com/OneMinuteMagic Joanne's been coaching clients around the world for over 20 years and is one of the UK's most experienced life and career coaches. She specialises in life and career coaching for people in media and creative industries. To find out more about one to one coaching with Joanne, visit her website here: https://joannemallon.com/

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a meditation I made up and have been doing regularly. This is an active moving meditation with some jumps, Aura Sweeps, and somatic movements that just come naturally to you.

A few years ago, my friend had a panic attack. As she told me about it afterward, my heart hurt for her and I wished there was something I could do to help. So, I created a meditation that she could keep on hand. And then I created another, and then another. And soon, I launched an entire podcast called Panic Attack Meditation to help her and others during those incredibly intense moments of high anxiety and panic attacks. If you find yourself or someone you love needing support like this, make sure to follow Panic Attack Meditation on your favorite podcast player so you can have them on hand when you need them. Right now, I want to share a listener favorite called Calm Mind. I hope you enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Stress Awareness Month! Here's my archived interview with Dr. Amy Novotny, a Pain Specialist, doctor of PT, speaker, author, and ultra-marathoner. We cover: •"Good" stress vs. "bad" stress •Amy's breathing exercise for quick relief from stress •A healthy mindset to have when it comes to stress Connect with her on social media and follow her work here: ⁠https://pabrinstitute.com/⁠

In today's episode, we'll explore the intricate relationship between women, at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/stress-awareness-month-part-iii-money. Personal Reflections on Money Growing up with financial instability can leave a lasting impact. Here are some reflections on how a poor understanding of money can affect decisions and stress levels: - My childhood in poverty taught me that money was something to be spent immediately. - I witnessed a cycle of poverty when $50,000 was received and quickly dissipated on fast food, small trips, and material things. Understanding Poverty We'll delve into Dr. Ruby Payne's book, "A Framework for Understanding Poverty," which provides invaluable insights into the mindset shaped by economic struggles. Stress and Finances: A Gendered Issue - We revisit the "Stress in America Report" to discuss how, while finances are a top stressor, they often remain an undiscussed topic. - Only 52% of adults are comfortable discussing money, and 45% feel embarrassed by it. - Women, in particular, feel more consumed by financial worries than men, with a significant number stressing over essentials and unexpected expenses. My Financial Journey I'll share my personal financial highs and lows, hoping to offer both cautionary tales and strategies for success.  Successes: - Employment from the age of 16. - Purchased a car independently at 17. - Initiated a money market and IRA in my first marriage. - Paid off debt using the envelope method as a single mom. - Utilized government assistance during a transitional phase. Mistakes: - Financed unnecessary items in my first marriage. - Financial crises - Halted IRA contributions post-divorce. - Did not save for my children's education. - Allowed worry to prevent action. Practical Tips to Minimize Financial Stress (From Women are Stressed About Money) To conclude, we'll discuss three crucial steps you can take to reduce financial stress: 1. Save for emergencies to cushion against unforeseen expenses. 2. Save for retirement to secure your future. 3. Plan and think ahead, especially for significant life events. Understanding and managing money is crucial, especially for women who may experience greater financial stress. Let's reflect on our relationship with money and take proactive steps to secure our financial well-being. I hope this has been helpful today, and thank you for joining! As I've always asked in the past, please pass the show link along to your friends and subscribe, download, and review wherever you are listening. If you're a woman and you haven't joined our private FB group A Place for Women, please do that now! It'll be your source of encouragement. I'd love for you to follow my Tami West Seminars Facebook page as well. And until next time, Consider Yourself Hugged

Recently I listened to a stress management podcast. I really liked her style and her content. It was odd, but there was one thing she said that struck me as she spoke about journaling: When we put our worries onto paper, it moves them from the emotions center to the thinking center. And then she moved on. I thought, "I've given advice like that before. And moved on." What I found myself wanting was examples. Stories. What did it look like when YOU did that? What worked? What didn't? That's what we're doing today. First, I dug into that Stress in America report we discussed last week (click here to listen to that episode). I thought what do people need? What are they struggling with? As you may expect, the numbers were worse for women than for men, so I decided to go that direction for the next 3 weeks. Even though I'm targeting women here, the stories and advice transcend gender in many areas. Next I looked at the top I for women, according to the report. They were: 58% family responsibilities 50% consumed by worries regarding money 49% relationships So that's where we're going. Today, we'll talk about family. Next week money. The final week, relationships Next, I did some specific research and have 4 recent studies to share with you (Link and info in show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/stress-awareness-month-part-ii-family-responsibilities) So women want/need help! But what experience do I have to talk to you about family responsibilities? Here's a bit of my background: · 3 biological children born 1988-1992 · Had my 1st son when my 1st husband was in the military. We were in Wichita, KS with no support whatsoever and my son was a very colicky baby. · I was in a psychiatric hospital when they were 2,4,6 · Single mom of those 3 from 1998-2003 · Got my master's degree during that time · Gained 5 stepchildren in 2003 · Traveled while 5 of the 8 still lived at home · Took care of my mentally ill mother with dementia while traveling · Cared for my father with Alzheimer's Did I do a great job during these seasons? Let's evaluate

On this week's episode of The Silence the Shame Podcast, our host, L.ife, connects with Dr. Jayne Morgan, to discuss how heart health is connected to our mental health. April is Stress Awareness Month and during this episode, we learn just how stress plays a role in our physical and mental health and just how important it is for the medical industry to acknowledge the racial factors that contribute to many health disparities for Black women and men. Check out more about Dr. Jayne Morgan at @drjaynemorgan on social media. If you or you know someone experiencing a mental health crisis, please dial 9-8-8 to connect with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or text “SILENCE” to 707070. Video and Audio Production by Spellz Productions.

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Women between the ages of 35-54 - who are likely to be juggling many roles - experience significantly higher stress than men. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways women can reduce their reaction to stressful situations and the importance of taking time for themselves.Support the show

On today's show, we're diving into stress-reducing tips tailored specifically for moms. Stress can easily become overwhelming with juggling numerous parenting responsibilities. From prioritizing sleep to mindfulness and self-care, we cover it all. Plus, we explore the importance of social connections and seeking professional support. Join us as we celebrate Stress Awareness Month by committing to taking care of ourselves and supporting each other along the way. If you're a mom looking to manage stress and enjoy a healthier, happier life, this episode is packed with practical tips. Tune-in now to learn how to stress less and claim more peace amidst the chaos!Check out the show notes HERE.Get every new episode of Secret Mom Hacks delivered to your inbox by subscribing for free HERE!Connect with Secret Mom Hacks:Website: http://www.secretmomhacks.comJoin newsletter: https://www.secretmomhacks.com/about/#/portal/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secretmomhacksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristamischell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretmomhacks/Listen to these episodes next:My mental health journey: Overcoming anxiety and migraines with self-compassion, movement, & more | Ep. 68The joys of motherhood: Surviving & thriving in your first year | Ep. 44Calmer parenting: Emotional management strategies for moms with nervous system expert Michelle Grosser | Ep. 39Favorite resources for listeners:Instacart for grocery delivery - use code KFARMER39312D to get $10 off your first order.Qube for managing your family spending plan - use code SECRETMOMHACKS to get two months free.Herbaly wellness tea for my daily cuppa.HOKA for moms on the run.Favorite resources for podcasters:Captivate for podcast hosting and analytics.Castmagic for AI-powered audio transcription and content generation.

All links in show notes which post by 7 am CST 4/3/24. Thanks for joining! *Disclaimer: The information in this show is not intended to be therapy or to address your individual situation. It is information based on our experiences, opinions, and research. If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources mentioned in the show notes. General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: www.nami.org Mental Health America: mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ Celebrate Recovery: www.celebraterecovery.com/ About AA: www.aa.org/ Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life's challenges. Connect with me: www.tamiwest.com/ facebook.com/tamiwestseminars www.linkedin.com/in/tamiwest/ tamiwest@tamiwest.com

It's April, so you know what that means... Tax season.  Kidding! It's actually Stress Awareness Month. Kennedy takes to the podcast to give her best tips and tricks for managing high-stress situations. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4311mhD.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all experience stress, and I hope these meditations have helped you work through some of those stressful moments. Did you know we have an entire podcast dedicated to helping you deal with stress, anxiety and worry? It's called Meditation for Anxiety. Every day, there's a special meditation for you that can help you during those high intensity moments, the daily management of stress, and even help you sleep when your mind is racing with stressful thoughts. So follow Meditation for Anxiety on the same podcast player you're using now so you can have these special meditations at your fingertips. Right now, I want to share one of my favorite episodes called Anxiety Release. I hope you really enjoy it.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all experience stress, and I hope these meditations have helped you work through some of those stressful moments. Did you know we have an entire podcast dedicated to helping you deal with stress, anxiety and worry? It's called Meditation for Anxiety. Every day, there's a special meditation for you that can help you during those high intensity moments, the daily management of stress, and even help you sleep when your mind is racing with stressful thoughts. So follow Meditation for Anxiety on the same podcast player you're using now so you can have these special meditations at your fingertips. Right now, I want to share one of my favorite episodes called Anxiety Release. I hope you really enjoy it.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all experience stress, and I hope these meditations have helped you work through some of those stressful moments. Did you know we have an entire podcast dedicated to helping you deal with stress, anxiety and worry? It's called Meditation for Anxiety. Every day, there's a special meditation for you that can help you during those high intensity moments, the daily management of stress, and even help you sleep when your mind is racing with stressful thoughts. So follow Meditation for Anxiety on the same podcast player you're using now so you can have these special meditations at your fingertips. Right now, I want to share one of my favorite episodes called Anxiety Release. I hope you really enjoy it.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all experience stress, and I hope these meditations have helped you work through some of those stressful moments. Did you know we have an entire podcast dedicated to helping you deal with stress, anxiety and worry? It's called Meditation for Anxiety. Every day, there's a special meditation for you that can help you during those high intensity moments, the daily management of stress, and even help you sleep when your mind is racing with stressful thoughts. So follow Meditation for Anxiety on the same podcast player you're using now so you can have these special meditations at your fingertips. Right now, I want to share one of my favorite episodes called Anxiety Release. I hope you really enjoy it.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all experience stress, and I hope these meditations have helped you work through some of those stressful moments. Did you know we have an entire podcast dedicated to helping you deal with stress, anxiety and worry? It's called Meditation for Anxiety. Every day, there's a special meditation for you that can help you during those high intensity moments, the daily management of stress, and even help you sleep when your mind is racing with stressful thoughts. So follow Meditation for Anxiety on the same podcast player you're using now so you can have these special meditations at your fingertips. Right now, I want to share one of my favorite episodes called Anxiety Release. I hope you really enjoy it.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all experience stress, and I hope these meditations have helped you work through some of those stressful moments. Did you know we have an entire podcast dedicated to helping you deal with stress, anxiety and worry? It's called Meditation for Anxiety. Every day, there's a special meditation for you that can help you during those high intensity moments, the daily management of stress, and even help you sleep when your mind is racing with stressful thoughts. So follow Meditation for Anxiety on the same podcast player you're using now so you can have these special meditations at your fingertips. Right now, I want to share one of my favorite episodes called Anxiety Release. I hope you really enjoy it.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices