Less Stress, More Fun

Lisa Schwaller
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Less Stress, More Fun is the podcast for high achievers who wonder “Is this all there is?” Join your host, Lisa Schwaller, to playfully explore how you can rise above the stresses of modern life and focus your energy on what matters most. Get a free “3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY!” mini-class plus other fun stuff when you visit https://linktr.ee/lisaschwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 01/11/2024

    In Conclusion...

    It's time for new adventures! Enjoy this last episode of my beloved "Less Stress, More Fun" podcast! #podcast #endings #beginnings #lessstress #morefun © 2024 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 01/04/2024

    Choose Your Ikigai

    What is your ikigai? Is it something you find…or can it be something you choose and create? Don’t let finding your purpose stress you out when there is a “Less Stress, More Fun” approach instead.  In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about:  The concept of “ikigai” Creative ways to use this concept in your life  Resources mentioned:  “How to Ikigai” (Tim Tamashiro, TEDx | YouTube)“Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Joyful Life” (Government of Japan) “Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life” (book) Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #ikigai #createresults #goals #purpose #achievinggoals #passion #findyourpassion #createyourpassion #createyourikigai #findyourikigai #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2024 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 12/28/2023

    Retrospectives

    Let’s reflect on the year that’s wrapping up. How do you want to remember it?  In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about:  The value of reflecting on a time period or a project How to perform a retrospective How to apply the lessons learned from your retrospective  Resources mentioned:  “Guide to Lessons Learned in Project Management” (Smartsheet) “Retrospective” (Atlassian) “Lessons learned: taking it to the next level” (Project Management Institute) “Guide to agile retrospectives for continuous improvement” (Aha!)  Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #results #lessons #lessonslearned #retrospective #reflections #onetogrowon #goals #achievinggoals #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2023 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 12/21/2023

    Your Favorite Version of You

    Which version of you do you prefer? Of all the personas that you wear each week, there might be one you prefer or aspects of each you want to celebrate.  In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about:  Why we morph and how it’s a good thing Personas of behavior and thinking Celebrating your favorite persona(s) the “less stress, more fun” way  Resources mentioned:  “Does your Personality Change According to the Company You Keep?” (Truity) “Why we’re different people at work and at home” (BBC WorkLife) “Do you have a different personality at home and work?” (Fast Company) “Why Do People Act Differently in Groups Than They Do Alone?” (Walden University)  Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #persona #personas #personality #modes #behaviors #connection #masks #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2023 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 12/14/2023

    Relativity of Money

    Consider what is a LOT of money to you compared to, “Meh, that’s not that much.” Money can be an emotionally charged topic for us…and yet so much about money is relative to your own perspective and environment.  In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about:  Why I consider money to be “relative” (and what that means) Reasons money is a central topic of our thinking Suggestions for powerful “less stress, more fun” ways to think about money  Resources mentioned:  Etymology of “relative” (Online etymology dictionary) The Psychological Science of Money (book, Springer) “Money Stress ("Less Stress" school 3 of 5)” (another awesome, free “Less Stress, More Fun” podcast episode)  Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #money #allthemoney #nomoney #moneymindset #moneymeaning #finances #personalfinances #moneyrelationship #broke #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2023 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 12/07/2023

    Breathing Techniques

    Let’s talk about practical stress reduction: breathing techniques!  Now, I know, I know, this is a frequently discussed topic. Still, the reason we hear so much about the fundamental act of breathing is because learning these techniques can make a real difference in how you manage stress and show up calm, cool, and collected in your everyday life.  As a bonus, I’ll be throwing in a few suggestions for fun, playful breathing techniques.  In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about: Awesome breathing techniquesHow these techniques can be used to reduce stressHow to have more fun with breathing - yes, really!  Resources mentioned: “Breathing Exercises” (American Lung Association) “3 Most Effective Pranayamas” (Ventuno Yoga | YouTube) “Lion’s Breath - Foundations of Yoga” (Yoga with Adriene | YouTube) “Relaxation techniques: Breath control helps quell errant stress response” (Harvard Medical School)Roger Love, vocal training for speaking and/or singing  Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #breathing #breathwork #deepbreathing #silly #breathelikeadog #mydogismyguru #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2023 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 11/30/2023

    Asks and Offers

    We’re in relationships constantly. With our families, with our careers or businesses, with ourselves. A key way to enjoy the less stress, more fun way of life is assessing times when a relationship is lopsided from either too much giving (offers) or too much taking (asks).  In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about: The concept of “asks” and “offers” Ways to detect when one of the relationships in your life is out of balance Practical suggestions for assessing and reacting to out of balance “asks” and “offers” Resources mentioned: “The Importance of Reciprocal Relationships” (The Center for Growth) “Reciprocity in Relationships: 3 Types of Reciprocity” (Masterclass) “Honoring the Rule of Reciprocation” (Psychology Today) “Generous Accountability” (another delicious, free “Less Stress, More Fun” podcast episode) Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #reciprocity #mutualsupport #supportive #relationships #balance #friendships #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2023 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 11/23/2023

    In Honor of Our Elders

    This is the holiday season and that often means family gatherings. In this week’s podcast episode, I talk about: How a relationship with your elders can add to your life Ways you can honor your elders Inspiration for becoming the kind of elder you want to be Resources mentioned: “The Wisdom of Elders: How the wisdom of elders can promote social well-being in troubled times.” (Psychology Today, Dr. Paul Stoller) “How Elders Make Us Human” (Sapiens, anthropology magazine) “Elephant Elders Deserve Respect” (Science magazine) Get Lisa's "3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY" video + PDF: https://lisaschwaller.com/reduce-stress-today/ #podcast #wisdom #older #aging #elder #connection #family #generations #personaldevelopment #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #playful #lessstress #morefun  © 2023 Lisa Schwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Less Stress, More Fun is the podcast for high achievers who wonder “Is this all there is?” Join your host, Lisa Schwaller, to playfully explore how you can rise above the stresses of modern life and focus your energy on what matters most. Get a free “3 Ways to Reduce Stress TODAY!” mini-class plus other fun stuff when you visit https://linktr.ee/lisaschwaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Lisa Schwaller
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    119
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Strong Betty, LLC
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