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Jul 23, 2026 8 min

The Vent & Victory Exercise

from STOPTIME: Live in the Moment. Hosted by Lisa Hopkins, Wide Open Stages

Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if there was a simple way to let go of what's weighing on you—and make more room for what's going well? In this episode, I share one of my favorite coaching exercises: Vent & Victory. It begins with a vent—not to dwell on what's frustrating you, but to release it. There's a big difference between intentionally expressing what's bothering you in a supportive space and endlessly replaying it around the proverbial water cooler. One creates space. The other gives the frustration more energy. Then comes the victory. Not necessarily a monumental achievement, but a moment to recognize something that went well, something you overcame, or simply something you're proud of. When we intentionally bring our wins into focus, we begin to shift our attention toward what's working instead of only what's wrong. This is a simple practice you can do with a team, a partner, a friend—or all by yourself. Grab a piece of paper if you'd like to follow along, and give it a try. I'd love to hear what comes up for you. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, share it with someone who might benefit, and leave a review. Your support means so much and helps more people discover the podcast. If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated! Support the show 🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC 🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 🔗 Visit Wide Open Stages https://www.wideopenstages.com 📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/ 💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME 🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 🔗 [Listen on Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/artist/57A87Um5vok0uEtM8vWpKM?si=JOx7r1iVSbqAHezG4PjiPg

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if there was a simple way to let go of what's weighing on you—and make more room for what's going well? In this episode, I share one of my favorite coaching exercises: Vent & Victory. It begins with a vent—not to dwell on what's frustrating you, but to release it. There's a big difference between intentionally expressing what's bothering you in a supportive space and endlessly replaying it around the proverbial water cooler. One creates spac...

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