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Bonus Episode: In this episode of "Something Shifted," Sean talks with Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World."

Noa shares her expertise on stress management, particularly the benefits of writing as a tool to alleviate stress. She explains how jotting down thoughts and to-do lists can help clear the mind and address underlying emotions.
The episode serves as a practical guide for listeners to manage stress and improve mental clarity, with an invitation to explore more of Noa's stress relief strategies in her book and on the podcast.
Noa Belling's book Stress Less is available online and in all good bookstores.
https://noabelling.com

Bonus Episode: In this episode of "Something Shifted," Sean welcomes Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World."
Noa discusses the brain's negativity bias and offers strategies to counteract it, such as focusing on positive aspects of our lives and engaging in acts of kindness. She suggests practical exercises like soaking up positive experiences and placing hands on the chest to foster positivity.
The episode aims to provide listeners with tools to manage stress. Noa Belling's book Stress Less is available online and in all good bookstores.
https://noabelling.com

Bonus Episode: Listen to Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World" take you from anxious to calm.
Noa shares a quick stress relief exercise focusing on present-moment awareness by engaging the senses and adjusting posture. She explains how this practice can enhance mental clarity and resourcefulness by tapping into the brain's prefrontal cortex.

Find Noa Belling's book Stress Less online and in all good bookstores now.
https://noabelling.com

Bonus Episode: Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and corporate consultant, discusses the link between posture and mental state, offering a tool from her book Stress Less that uses posture change to alleviate stress and anxiety. She suggests that adjusting one's posture can improve emotional well-being and clarity of thought, even if it doesn't eliminate the stressor. The episode serves as a resource for practical stress management techniques.
Noa Belling's book Stress Less is available online and in all good bookstores.
https://noabelling.com

Are you aware of how stress physically shapes your life?

Sean Loots sits down with award-winning, bestselling author, psychotherapist and corporate consultant, Noa Belling to discuss her latest book, Stress Less: Managing anxiety in a modern world.

In this episode, Noa shares the physiological impacts of stress and the transformative power of body awareness.

For example, have you ever caught yourself holding your breath while checking emails?
Noa Belling talks us through "email apnea," a stress-induced freeze response triggered by our digital habits.
Discover the array of stress responses—fight, flight, freeze, and the cell danger response—and learn how to shift into a state of relaxation with simple techniques.

Don't miss the valuable insights on cultivating a relaxation response to enhance your overall well-being as Noa shares practical tips and exercises to combat anxiety and depression, highlighting the crucial role of mindfulness and the body-mind connection.

Quotes from Noa:
"When you feel like it's tipping over and you can't cope, that's when you know you're on the slippery slide into too much stress."

"When you are in that kind of a frozen response, you've been sitting really still, unnaturally so."

This episode was originally published by Pagecast and is followed by a short series of guided Stress Less practices exclusively for Something Shifted listeners, led by Noa Belling.

https://noabelling.com
https://somethingshifted.co.za

Chapters:
[00:00] Introduction
[00:40] Introduction to Stress Less
[03:02] Practical Tools for Stress Management
[04:23] The Purpose of Stress
[05:47] Differentiating Good and Bad Stress
[06:41] Identifying Constant Grinding Stress
[07:39] Recognizing When Stress Becomes Overwhelming
[08:07] The Inspiration Behind Stress Less
[09:33] The Body-Mind Connection
[10:23] Living in a More Intuitive and In-Touch Way
[11:46] Managing Social Stress
[12:44] Practicing Presence and Mindfulness
[13:41] The Importance of Breathing and Body Awareness
[16:29] The Concept of Email Apnea
[18:24] The Cell Danger Response
[19:43] Bringing Awareness to Stress Responses
[21:31] Spotting Chronic Stress
[23:26] The Importance of Slow and Gentle Breathing
[25:26] Differentiating Stress and Relaxation Responses
[27:45] Growing the Relaxation Response
[28:44] Practical Exercises for Stress Management
[32:59] The Prevalence of Stress in Today's World
[35:25] Using Stress-Less Tools Before a Crisis
[37:47] The Value of Stress-Less for Everyone
[38:43] Conclusion

Are you ready to discover how challenges can fuel personal growth?

In this inspiring episode of "Something Shifted," Sean dives into a heartfelt conversation with Erin Drayton, a mother of two with a story that will move you.

Together, they delve into Erin's academic pursuits, the nuances of raising a child with down syndrome, and the transformative power of therapy.
Listen as Erin shares her family's influence, her battle with anxiety, and the resilience she's built along the way.

Don't miss this deep dive into the role of therapy in overcoming life's hurdles and fostering self-development.

Quotes from Erin:
"Michael is the complete antithesis of that; he threw my whole plan for my life, my whole thought of life, completely off its axis, and for that, I am actually truly grateful."

"He's given me experiences that have truly pushed me to be a better version of myself. He's shown me the enormous gratitude for small things, for small progress, for small achievements."

Find Erin Drayton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erin_drayton
www.somethingshifted.co.za

CHAPTERS
[00:00] Introduction
[00:21] Background and Media Experiences
[03:19] The Weight of Intelligence
[04:40] Adaptability and Building a Career
[05:09] Influence of Grandparents
[06:11] The Journey to Therapy
[08:02] The Impact of Unemployment and Therapy
[09:26] Turning 40 and Healing
[10:49] Therapy for Children and Strengthening Relationships
[12:46] Being a Parent to a Child with Down Syndrome
[13:14] Navigating Public Perception
[15:09] Treating and Responding to Michael
[18:55] Achievements and Redefining Success
[24:39] Pride in Personal Growth and Relationships
[28:31] Conclusion