Girl Tries Life Podcast

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 and I talk about what it's like living with OCD, her lessons from marriage counselling, navigating the impact of social media on her mental health and much more.    And for those interested in our Stress Less in 90 Days program go to http://stresslessin90days.ca 

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 founder of In Her Circle to the mic this week to talk about what it takes to make real connections, both in person and virtually. If you've ever moved to a new city, started a new job, or a new phase of life and felt lonely, this one is for you. Snag your spot in Stress Less in 90 Days at: https://stresslessladies.podia.com/stress-less-in-90-days-group-coaching 

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 post to win an online Barre Body Studio 1-month membership.  

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 

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 http://stresslesshabits.com

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 

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 lasts: https://stresslessladies.podia.com/stress-less-summer-bundle    

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 the world as an expat, this is NOT to be missed.  Sign up for the Stress Less Summer Bundle before Sept 15th! https://stresslessladies.podia.com/stress-less-summer-bundle 

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 worksheet that I'm referring to, go to https://mailchi.mp/570020af1b63/values-worksheet  And if you want to take advantage of the Stress Less Summer Bundle before it disappears, go to http://stresslessladies.podia.com 

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 show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast To take part in the Stress Less Summer Bundle go to: https://stresslessladies.podia.com/stress-less-summer-bundle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In today's interview I'm joined by my friend and former coworker, Kelsey Merkeley. Kelsey is an insanely talented artist and goldsmith, makes the most beautiful jewelry, is strategic beyond compare and travels the world to hone her craft. We talk about what it was like growing up in small town BC, what apprenticeship looks like in the world of jewelry, balancing her artistic work and the nonprofit sector, and what she learned from her time in Italy working with world renowned goldsmiths.  Check out Kelsey's ATB Boostr campaign here: https://app.atbboostr.ca/offerings/view/1029 For full show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast 

Cassandra Arnold has lived a truly fascinating life. At 34 years old with a young son, she decided she was going to go into medicine. The end goal? To become a doctor with Doctors Without Borders. After many years of working in emerg, working across Africa, retiring and moving to Canada, Cassandra has captured her experiences in books and in her artwork.  We talk about taking on a challenge like medicine as a single parent, the resilience required to work in hard hit countries, how doctors have been expecting a pandemic for quite some time and how we need to be more creative in our problem solving (in all areas of life). For full show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast 

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