PODCAST · health
Stop Stressing Me Out
by Victoria Smith
Join Stress Management Coach, Victoria Smith, as she shares digestible stress less tools and interviews experts to help you thrive.
Episodes
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Why Cutting DEI Budgets Is Bad for Workplace Wellbeing with Janelle St Omer
It's the penultimate episode of this season on workplace wellbeing, so we wanted to talk about what's going on in real-time. Companies are cutting their DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) budgets left, right and center. We'll talk a little bit about why that's happening, but also why it's the...
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Organizational Readiness for Engagement with Denise Lloyd
Engagement surveys. Love them or hate them, they're an incredibly useful tool to understand where an organization is at, and where their people feel they need to go. They're also a useful tool to understand workplace wellbeing. But how do we use them to their maximum effect so they don't become...
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Managing the Stress of Job Hunting with Career Coach Darci Smith
Job hunting consistently ranks as one of the most stressful experiences. It triggers feelings around self-esteem, financial security, worth and purpose, all massively important areas of our lives. That's why this week I wanted to bring Career Coach and Financial Recruiter Darci Smith to the...
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The Evidence Connecting Goodness and Wellbeing with Ryan Adams
We've talked a couple of times now about the connection between purpose, volunteerism and wellbeing... but where is the evidence? I'm all for evidence-based decision-making, so today on the podcast we're joined by Ryan Adams, the head of Strategic Partnerships at Benevity. Benevity is a corporate...
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Workplace Purpose Through Volunteerism with Jerome Tennille
Multiple studies have shown that most workplace wellness features don't actually make a difference to employee wellbeing. But there is one that has been proven to work at retaining people, giving them a sense of purpose and improving their wellbeing - employee volunteerism. Today I am joined by...
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What Does HR Have to Do With Employee Stress with Michelle Berg
This week on the podcast I'm very excited to bring Michelle Berg to the mic. Michelle is the Chief Visionary Officer of Elevated HR, a fractional HR services firm that believe fiercely that work shouldn't suck. To continue our conversation on workplace wellbeing and organizational stress, I…
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The Dark Side of Corporate Values
If you work for a corporation, your company website likely has some values listed on it. We believe in x, y and z. You might even have your performance assessed against it. And corporate values can't be bad, right? In this short episode I dive into where corporate values can go wrong, and what…
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The Power of Psychologically Safe Teams with Jen Singhal (Part 2)
We're back for Part 2 with Jen Singhal. Last week we dove into what it takes to move a team from low engagement to a highly engaged and high performing team. We talked tangible practices to build team morale and in this episode we dive even deeper into the practices to develop psychologically…
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How to Build a Sustainble High Performance Team with Jen Singhal
There's a common misconception that certain industries or roles are simply high-stress and that's "the way it is and the way it's always been." I don't buy it. Today we're joined by Jen Singhal, a leader who knows what it means to build a team's performance while sustaining (in fact measurably...
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Building Meaningful Relationships Through Employee Resource Groups with Johann Shudlick
An intentional employee resource group (ERG) has the ability to not only build awareness, but to create systemic change in organizations, build allyship, improve belonging, engagement and psychological safety. And all of those things... decrease workplace stress! This week on the podcast we're...
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Is Workplace Wellbeing a Bunch of BS?
Welcome to our brand new season of Stop Stressing Me Out, a podcast where we investigate the many ways we can decrease stress, at the root. This season we are focused on Workplace Wellbeing. To kick it off, we have to start with… what even is workplace wellbeing? Where did it originate? How has…
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[From The Vault] How to Have Difficult Conversations With People You Disagree With with Sarah Elder Chamanara
As we prepare to launch our new season on Workplace Wellbeing and Stress Management, we’re pulling out a never-before heard episode which is quite timely. Today we’re joined by entrepreneur, activist, speaker, podcast host and incredible mom (among many other titles), Sarah Elder-Chamanara. You…
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Workplace Trauma and Resilience with Shulamit Ber Levtov
Shulamit Ber Levtov, or @the_entrepreneurs_therapist as she's better known online, is a therapist who works primarily with entrepreneurs. She helps them to navigate the emotional ups and downs of running a business, and over the past couple of years I couldn't help but feel that the gig economy…
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We’ve Taught Kids NOT to Listen with Julie Freedman Smith
We may be in 2023, but I feel like so many of us parents are still a little traumatized by what it took to parent throughout a pandemic and the after effects we're still seeing, so I needed to chat this week with author and parenting expert, Julie Freedman Smith. We talk about the different...
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Who is Responsible for Workplace Stress?
Over 70% of us are moderately or extremely stressed at work. But whose responsibility is it for remedying that horrifying stat? This week we'll dive into what elements of workplace engagement both employees and leaders need to take ownership for if we want to feel more engaged and less stressed…
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Resolving Your Financial Anxiety with Alyssa Davies
Over 65% of us say that money is a significant source of stress, and in times like these with rising costs and stagnant wages, it's easy to see why. Today, I'm joined by Alyssa Davies, money expert, founder of Mixed Up Money and two-time author, to discuss how we can: shift our money mindset...
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What To Do When You’re Laid Off From a Job
We're kicking off this summer 12-episode season of the Stop Stressing Me Out Podcast with one heck of a topic. What do you do WHEN you are laid off. Roughly 50% of us will be laid off at least once in our lives, and it seems that layoffs are happening more and more. The strategies we talk about...
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Your Life Force: Review of Stutz Documentary by Jonah Hill
First off, big news! We are launching 2023 with a brand new podcast name - Stop Stressing Me Out! Each episode I'll be sharing fun, tangible tips for stress management with you, both from years of coaching clients and from interviewing experts around the world. It's going to be FIRE and your…
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What to Know BEFORE You Are Laid Off with Heather Tyminski
Nobody wants to be laid off, but over 40% of North Americans will be laid off at least once in their careers. This week I'm joined by employment lawyer, Heather Tyminski, to help us understand what are our rights when we are laid off, how to consider your severance and in what situations to reach...
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Let’s Get Chunky
What does Fat Bear Week have to do with our topic this week? Just you wait to find out! Today we're talking about how to reduce the overwhelm by getting chunky.
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Permission to Pivot with Marlo Brausse
The pandemic required so many of us to pivot, without necessarily knowing what we were pivoting to. Entrepreneurs in particular had to make major shifts to stay afloat, amidst uncertainty and huge personal impact. In today's episode we talk to return guest, Marlo Brausse, about her experience...
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Why Quiet Quitting Isn’t a Thing - And What To Do Instead
Today we talk about the term hitting the internet by storm the past month - quiet quitting. I share my gripes about it, and what we should call it (and do about it) instead. Listen to the end of the episode for a special announcement.
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What are the GOOD reasons you’re burnt out?
So many of us are struggling with burnout right now and there are GOOD reasons for it. Nobody wants to get to a place of burnout. When you recognize the good reasons it's happened to you, only then can you truly move forward, so let's discuss! May 4-25 - How to Beat Burnout Small Group Coaching 6...
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Less Is More - The 5x5 Habit Method
This year I want to do LESS, but enjoy it MORE. I want to feel a very specific way and be less overwhelmed. How about you? I want to share with you the method I'm using in 2022 to make my habits super achievable, in line with my goals and easy. I'd love to hear if it works for you. Let me know…
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How I Approach 2022 Planning
I'm ready to smash 2022, are you? If you're a bit hesitant because 2020 and 2021 have felt like placeholders, this is for you. I share my core pillars to planning the year ahead. Want to go a little deeper? Join one of my vision board workshops: Dec 28 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/222396352477 Jan…
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How to Recover from Being a Workaholic and Burnout with Maria José
This week on the podcast we're joined by Maria José, better known as @aglimpseofmaria on IG. She's one of the most creative influencers out there, but what I love most is her passion for self-care and proactively avoiding burnout again. We talk about her journey to recovery, how stress management...
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Listen to the First Chapter of Stress Less in 90 Days
Curious about my book? This week you get to hear the first chapter of Stress Less in 90 Days: Your Guide to Beat Burnout, Build Resilience and Actually Enjoy Your Daily Life. It's live in the world, available as an ebook, paperback and audiobook. I also share a little thank you to the people who...
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Know What You‘re Retiring To with Lorelei Piotto
One of the biggest transitions we will all face is retirement. Whether you're thirty years from retirement or thirty days, today's episode packs a punch of how to make that shift, knowing your purpose, being pulled vs. pushed and much more. I'm so honoured to be joined by my former manager and…
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The First Year, Postpartum Depression and Working Towards Your Dreams with Erin Bagwell
Motherhood doesn‘t always look like a perfect Instagram post. The lack of sleep, the feeling of isolation, and then for one in five of us the postpartum depression that can make you feel so unlike yourself. Today I‘m honoured to be joined by filmmaker, blogger and mom, Erin Bagwell. Erin‘s...
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Dealing with Unresolved Grief with Melody Chardon
Grief is not only the loss of a loved one or friend. There are over 40 live events that can trigger grief, so how do we recognize it, and how do we move forward? Today on the podcast I'm joined by Grief and Loss Coach, Melody Chardon who shares strategies to help us process unresolved grief. Sign...
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Lessons From Moving 24 Times
Moving is one of the most stressful activities out there. Some people rank it higher in stress than breaking up or getting divorced! Today I wanted to talk to a moving expert, my dear friend Amy Wood who has moved 24 times in her adult life. This episode isn't about packing hacks so much as it is...
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Four Stress Less Keys to Starting a New Job
We're back!!! The Girl Tries Life podcast is back for a new season all about how to manage the stress of life transitions. I have some awesome guests and solo episodes lined up for you. Today we talk about the stress around starting a new job and the four things to do to set yourself up for...
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The Keys to Building Confidence with Michele Charles Gustafson
Ever struggle with your confidence in an area of your life? Frankly, most people I know have a crisis of confidence at one point or another, which is why I'm so excited to have Michele Charles Gustafson, Confidence Coach, author, podcaster and all-around badass on the podcast. We talk about how...
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The Stress of Moving
Let’s get personal! Today I’m sharing the details of my move from Alberta to BC, how it came about, and how I’ve managed the stress. Moving is one of the top five stressors people list, and it’s no joke!
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How a Little Anger Can Save You A Lot
Anger, especially in women, is not necessarily a bad thing! In today’s episode I talk about how we can channel anger into productivity, some famous examples of anger that changed the world for the better, and how to skim off that top layer of… shall we call it rage?
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What Are You Opting Out Of?
Following our great chat with Cait Flanders last week, I want to dive into what specifically you’re opting out of in 2021, sort of a reverse new year’s resolution, and why it’s important to do so. Share what you’re opting out of with me over on Instagram @stresslessladies
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Opting Out with Cait Flanders
Today on the podcast we’re joined by author Cait Flanders to talk about the value of opting out, getting aligned with what matters most to you and her new book! Cait is a return guest on the podcast. If you want to check out her first episode go here: https://www.girltrieslife.com/podcast/70 And…
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Only Checking Emails 'x' Times Per day
Better late than never, but today we're talking about January's stress less habit - checking your emails and social less frequently. It's a big addiction and habit for a lot of people, so we talk about strategies to make it happen. To join the challenge go to http://stresslesshabits.com
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Two Keys to Create Goals With Soul
Setting some 2021 goals or resolutions? There are two key elements you need to make sure you don't miss... though you may have rarely included before. Snag your tickets to our Virtual Vision Board Workshop on Jan 3rd before they're gone.
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What is coaching like? A case study
Curious what coaching is actually like? How does it work? How will it feel? Well, I'm honoured to be joined by Molly to share her first coaching call. This is where we dive into her relationship to stress, what has or hasn't worked, her pain points, and we give her some action items for the week...
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Spilling The Mylk with Jessyka Hagen
Today on the podcast I'm joined by mental health advocate, incredible mama, influencer, blogger and now podcaster... Jessyka Hagen. You may know Jess from @spilledmylk where she helps others feel less alone in their meltdowns and the community she's created is incredible. In this episode, Jessyka...
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Build Your Circle with Jessica Painter
Making real connections and friendships as an adult is much harder than when we were on the playground. Then you add in physical distancing, the constraints of a pandemic and adulting in general, and it's a wonder we have time for friendship. That's why I wanted to bring Jessica Painter, the...
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Move More. Stress Less.
Little tense lately? I know I am with the US election wildness, so it's the perfect time to talk about the November Stress Less Habits Challenge, the science behind movement and stress, and the amazing giveaway we're doing over on Instagram. Head to @stresslessladies and look for the November 4th...
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Ditch judgement. Embrace curiosity.
Your micro-lesson today is about how to get rid of the negative judgemental language going on in your head and swap it for curiosity. Curiosity gives you answers, and answers help you make some real change in your life. Join the Stress Less Habits Challenge at http://stresslesshabits.com
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Five Minute Body Scan - Intro To Mindfulness
Today on the podcast we're doing something a little different. I'm leading you in a super simple 5 minute body scan to bring awareness to your body, breathe deeply and help you calm the chaos. Download for future use if you like it! Sign up for the Stress Less Habits Challenge at...
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The Language You Use Matters - Here's 5 Quick Swaps
Words hold weight. Words can add stress or detract stress. Sometimes all it takes is a little swap to make a BIG change. Start trying these five language shifts this week and see the difference it can make. You could even... make it a habit! http://stresslesshabits.com
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Productivity Without Extra Stress
Do you ever feel that to be productive is synonymous with MORE? More stress, more workload, more to-do? It doesn't have to be that way, and I share how in this episode. DOORS CLOSE SEPT 15th. Last chance to take advantage of the Stress Less Summer Bundle. Save 50% off our four programs while it...
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Expat Life and Creating Female Friendships with Lisa Webb
Lisa Webb is the founder of Wine, Women and Well-being, mom of two, author, blogger, expat and connector. In this interview we talk about her adventures around the world, raising kids overseas, why creating community is so important to her and much more. If you've ever had the idea of traveling…
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Managing Stress During Major Life Change
Change is hard. Multiple life changes are even harder. Today on the podcast I share how I'm handling the stress of multiple life changes including moving, a new job, moving to a new province, COVID-19 and more. I share what it means to make a values-based decision. To download the values…
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Finding Your Purpose and Luscious Hustle with Laura & Betsy Milne
Can you thrive in your career or business without the burnout? Can you succeed AND have a luscious life? Absolutely, and to tell us how, I'm joined by Laura and Betsy Milne of Luscious Hustle. We talk about limiting beliefs, thriving without burnout, finding your purpose and much more. For full...
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