Girl Tries Life Podcast

On this episode we are joined by my dear friend, Julie Yepishina-Geller, who shares her experience of coming to Canada as a refugee in the 80s, the impact of being raised by a resilient single-mother, and her entrepreneurial venture in the cannabis industry with her company Tok.  Make sure you don't miss out on upcoming information about Stress Less in 90 Days by downloading our 100 Self Care tips.  Show notes for today can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-122   

This week on the podcast we're joined by sexologist, YouTuber and author of the Game of Desire, Shan Boodram. Shan shares her thoughts on body dysmorphia, how much of your sex life is mental, how to improve your sex life and more.  We're also giving away a copy of her book, so head to @stresslessladies on Instagram after 9 a.m. MST on July 29th and look for the post with the cover of Shan's book! Show notes can be found at http://girtrieslife.com/podcast-121

If you're like me, you find politics stressful. So much divisiveness, so much animosity, so much misinformation.  That's why today I wanted to share with you the five strategies that I'm currently using to stress less (not be stress-free!) about politics.  For show notes go to http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-120 This podcast is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB. 

This week on the podcast we are joined by Coal and Canary co-founder, Amanda Buhse. Amanda shares her journey in entrepreneurship, how they got their products in the Grammy bags within their first six months of business, goal-setting, what stresses her out, how to work with your best friend and more! Oh, and if you're listening to this live, there is a giveaway! At noon on July 11th, head on over to @coalandcanary on Instagram to win some candles and a spot on Stress Less in 90 Days Group Coaching.  Show notes for today can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-119 And to check out Stress Less in 90 Days for yourself, head here: https://stresslessladies.com/coaching/

This week on the podcast I'm talking to the parents of the group. Parenting is super stressful, but it can be LESS stressful when you employ the five strategies that I discuss today.  Shownotes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-118 If you want to snag a spot on Stress Less in 90 Days, head to https://stresslessladies.com/coaching/ and if you have any burning questions about the program that you need answered you can contact me on Instagram @stresslessladies 

This week on the podcast we are joined by Komal Minhas, one of the most courageous women I know. Komal is the producer of the documentary Dream, Girl. She's also the founder of KoMedia and kaur.space - media for women that focuses on work, wellness and impact.  We talk about the bold moves she's made in her life, how 2016 was both the best and worst year of her life, and why health now comes first.  Shownotes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-117 Sign up for Stress Less in 90 Days

This week on the podcast we talk all about debt with Insolvency Administrator, Nicole Olsen. Financial stress is a big one, and often one that we feel is out of our control, but Nicole helps to guide us through the options when you're facing mounting debt - many solutions that I had never even heard of before. Know this, it is possible, and you will get to the other side of it.  Shownotes for today can be found at http://www.girltrieslife.com/podcast-116  

This week on the podcast we're joined by social media guru, world traveler and creator of The Content Planner, Kat Gaskin. Kat shares with us how she quit the 9-5 world for a freelance lifestyle, the creation of the Content Planner and how consistently planning in every area of her life has led to success.  Sign up for Stress Less in 90 Days by June 30th to get some early bird perks! Shownotes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-115  

Do you struggle to feel like the decision that you've made is the right one? Do you look back on a lot of your choices with regret? This week we talk about how to never regret a major decision again.  Download the worksheet here Today's shownotes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-114 Also, I currently have TWO spots open for one-to-one coaching, so if you're interested in reducing your stress, feeling less overworked, overwhelmed and overtired, contact me at victoria@stresslessladies.com to snag one of those spots. 

Today we're joined by productivity author, Puja Mohan, to talk about how to smash your goals!  And if you want to be more productive, the first step is Self Care! Last chance to register for the Summer of Self Care Series, starting June 3rd.  Shownotes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-113 

This week on the podcast we're talking about the CRITICAL first step to self care that LASTS. It's the step that most of us miss. I see it happen all the time in my clients, and I want you to start smart.  If you're interested in one of the FEW spots left for the Summer of Self Care series, sign up before end of day May 22nd to benefit from early bird pricing.  Show notes can be found at www.girltrieslife.com/podcast-112     

If you think personal brands are just for influencers, think again. Personal Brand Strategist, Kristen Dyck, shares how she was once passed over for a job promotion because nobody really knew who she was or the high quality work that she did. If this sounds like a situation that you've ever been in, Kristen shares what a personal brand is (and isn't), how to apply it to the average person's life, and her own entrepreneurial journey. Sign up for the Summer of Self Care Series to build LASTING self care habits, leaving you more energized and engaged with life. Shownotes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-111

You've probably heard the term "abundance mindset" thrown about, but what actually is it? How will it help you? How do you even develop it? We answer all of these questions in today's coaching episode.  Show notes can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-110  

This week on the podcast we are joined by one of my favourite people, my fellow Stress Less in 90 Days coach, Amy Mitchell. Amy is a survivor of an extremely toxic relationship, so we talk about how she removed herself from that situation. We dive deep into what called Amy to becoming a coach, her views on diets, her favourite book for major change, and we talk about why we're so extremely excited for people to sign up for our Stress Less in 90 Days program. I guarantee that by the end of this episode, you will love Amy as much as I do! Check out Stress Less in 90 Days here: https://stresslessladies.com/coaching/ And remember, if you sign up before June 30th, you're going to get a bunch of goodies including a summer of self-care package, and early access to the Foundation Week materials (including a recipe book and a meal plan - take the stress out of meal planning)! Shownotes for today can be found at http://girltrieslife.com/podcast-109     

This is a super personal episode of the podcast where I share my own experience as an adult child of divorce and what I've learned about grief and not putting a time limit on it. http://www.girltrieslife.com/podcast-108    

This week on the podcast we're joined by teacher, activist and doula (among many things!), Julia Mooney. Julia came to notoriety for her One Outfit One Hundred Days project, and we talk about what's next, the importance of art both in schools and in your busy lives, being present for the most important moment in a woman's life and more.  Stress Less in 90 Days - sign up before June 30th for some great bonuses.  Shownotes can be found at http://www.girltrieslife.com/podcast/107 

If you ever struggle with what other people think about you, something they have said, or worrying about what people might think in the future, this episode is for you! I outline 5 strategies to help you combat other people's opinions.  Shownotes can be found at www.girltrieslife.com/podcast/106 Download your FREE Stress Reduction Meditation.  

This week on the podcast we're joined by a maven of spoken word, Miranda Krogstad. Fun fact - Miranda actually sang the first dance song at my welcome-to-Canada-by-the-way-we-got-married party, but it's only recently that I learned about her mad skills as a poet. In rare form, Miranda makes a full time living as a creative person. We talk about her journey to her current career, the sacrifices she's chosen to make, how to develop your own voice and why that's important for your mental and emotional health, and so much more.  Shownotes can be found at www.girltrieslife.com/podcast/105

Today on the podcast we're joined by Christa Singleton, the creator of the Curvy Kili Crew. We start by throwing it back to her first experiences blogging, when she documented her infertility journey on her blog Fearlessly Infertile. She became a mother to her adopted daughter, and now they travel the world together, which she shares on her newer blog, Travel Fearlessly.  We talk about those experiences, what brought her to create the Curvy Kili Crew, plus size travel and more! Win a 100 minute stress reduction strategy session.  Shownotes for today can be found at www.girltrieslife.com/podcast/104 

If you struggle with loving your body in its current state (not in the mythical future when you reach some random milestone), this episode is for you. I've definitely struggled with body image over the years, and while every day isn't perfect, these 5 strategies that I personally use, they help me get to a place of body acceptance and sometimes even body love! To win a free 100 minute stress reduction strategy session, enter here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/17a88ff02/?  Check out my FREE eBook on how to Reclaim HOURS of your life back.  Shownotes for today can be found at https://www.girltrieslife.com/podcast/103