The Radical Obedience® Podcast with Lisa A. Smith. Helping entrepreneurs eliminate chronic stress through complete surrender

Lisa A. Smith
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In a world obsessed with control, performance, and productivity, many high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals find themselves exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from the life they worked so hard to build. Hosted by Lisa A. Smith, MBA, The Radical Obedience® Podcast challenges the belief that success requires sacrifice, stress, or self-abandonment. Through powerful conversations, practical wisdom, personal stories, and transformational insights, you'll learn how chronic stress is often the result of resisting what you already know you need to do. Each episode will help you develop the courage to trust yourself, honor your convictions, and embrace complete surrender—not as weakness, but as a strategy for peace, purpose, and sustainable success. If you're tired of managing burnout and chronic stress and ready to eliminate it at the root, you're in the right place. Because sometimes the breakthrough you're seeking isn't found in doing more. It's found in surrendering completely.

  1. 2d ago

    138 | The Science of Stillness: The Daily Practice That Helps Leaders Stay Calm Under Pressure

    What if the key to performing better isn't doing more, but learning how to be still? In this episode, Lisa challenges the belief that productivity comes from constant motion. Drawing from her own experience and years of studying stress, behavior change, and nervous system regulation, she reveals why many high achievers stay stuck in cycles of burnout, overwhelm, and poor decision-making. You'll learn what chronic stress is actually doing to your brain, why emotional regulation matters more than willpower, and how a simple daily practice can help you think more clearly, respond more intentionally, and lead from a healthier place. If you've been feeling exhausted, reactive, or stretched too thin, this conversation offers a different approach, one that starts with slowing down. In This Episode: Why chronic stress compromises decision-making The connection between stillness and emotional regulation How mindfulness affects the brain and nervous system Why self-prioritization improves performance The difference between managing stress and eliminating it A simple practice to help you respond instead of react Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is pause. 📢CLARITY™ Lab: 5-DAY IMMERSIVE STRESS FOCUS GROUP  If you're curious about how to eliminate stress at its root and want to experiment with real tools, uncover hidden stress triggers, and walk away with a personalized plan for building a life you don’t need a vacation from, click here and get registered for this five-day stress focus group happening August 10–14, 2026, where stress meets strategy.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  2. Jul 20

    137 | The Hidden Beliefs Fueling Entrepreneur Stress and Overwhelm

    Successful entrepreneurs aren't always stressed because they're doing too much. Sometimes they're stressed because of what they believe success requires. In this episode, Lisa unpacks three common perceptions that keep entrepreneurs overwhelmed, overextended, and operating from an overactive nervous system. She challenges us to rethink complexity, responsibility, and what it truly means to feel safe and successful. If you're working harder than ever but still feeling stuck, this conversation may reveal what's really driving the stress.   💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs Part 1: EP. 136 The Real Reason Six Figure Entrepreneurs Feel Stuck, Exhausted, and Overwhelmed    FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  3. Jul 13

    136 | The Real Reason Six Figure Entrepreneurs Feel Stuck, Exhausted, and Overwhelmed

    Most entrepreneurs can list dozens of reasons they feel overwhelmed—clients, deadlines, team management, family responsibilities, and the constant pressure to keep everything moving forward. But what if the real problem isn't your workload? In this episode, Lisa challenges a belief many high achievers have accepted as normal: that burnout, overwhelm, and chronic stress are simply the price of success. She explains how an overactive nervous system can quietly affect decision-making, creativity, focus, and business performance long before it shows up as a health diagnosis. Lisa breaks down the difference between acute and chronic stress, why "healthy enough" may not be enough for ambitious goals, and how stress can become the hidden bottleneck keeping entrepreneurs stuck. You'll also hear why she believes optimal health is a competitive advantage and the two foundational practices she recommends for regulating the nervous system and improving performance. If you've been pushing through exhaustion, struggling to focus, or wondering why success feels harder than it should, this conversation offers a different lens to consider.   💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  4. Jul 6

    135 | When People Show You Who YOU Are… Believe Them

    When Maya Angelou said, “When people show you who they are, believe them,” she was encouraging us to pay attention to the evidence right in front of us. In this episode, Lisa offers a different perspective: When people show you who YOU are, believe them. Join Lisa and Coach Kiwi as they reflect on the lessons, conversations, and unexpected moments that revealed something deeper than community. This conversation is about leadership, healing, identity, and what the people around you may be reflecting back to you. Lisa shares why your community often reveals the work you have done on yourself, what it means to become “the top of the bottom,” and how honoring the sacrifices others made for you requires more than gratitude. It requires obedience. If you have ever questioned your purpose, underestimated your influence, or forgotten how far others went to help you get here, this episode will challenge you to see yourself differently and move accordingly.   💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  5. Jun 29

    134 | Why No One Is Buying From You Even If You’re Good at What You Do

    In this episode, Lisa shares why service-based business owners need to focus on building real relationships, even if they're introverts.  If your business is built on a mission or a personal story, making these genuine connections is often the secret to steady revenue and loyal clients. Lisa shares her journey from feeling drained to embracing these connections as her strength. She stresses that business success isn’t just about the work itself or fancy marketing; it’s about connecting with your audience. Many entrepreneurs avoid sharing their stories because of fear or shame, which halts growth.  Press play to learn why personal connection is rare and vital, plus get actionable advice on spending quality time with clients and transform your business.   💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  6. Jun 22

    133 | Overthinking Is Blocking Your Success — Here’s 3 Reasons Why

    Making a drastic life change can often come from a moment of inspiration rather than months of planning. In this episode, Lisa explores how overthinking can stall your progress and keep you from pursuing your dreams. She breaks down the reasons behind overthinking and offers practical solutions to help you move forward. With insights gained from the 1% conference in Chicago, she addresses common challenges like indecisiveness, being stuck in past disappointments, and the limitations of a middle-class mindset.  If you find yourself in constant hesitation, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn to trust your instincts, navigate uncertainty, and activate Radical Obedience ™ in your life.    💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  7. Jun 15

    132 | From Stress to Strategy: Live Coaching on Life, Business, and Discipline

    How do you keep your head when everything is falling apart? Most of us may think that staying calm is just about willpower, but the reality is that true control doesn't come from managing the chaos, it comes from a level of internal discernment most people never develop. In this episode, Lisa breaks down the mental habits that keep us reactive instead of intentional. She also shares her three core strategies for maintaining emotional control, including the specific meditation practices she uses to stay calm in the thick of a crisis. If you’ve been telling yourself you’re just "stressed," this is your reality check. Hit play to learn how to stop reacting to the noise and start making decisions with clarity.   📢CLARITY™ Lab: 5-DAY IMMERSIVE STRESS FOCUS GROUP  If you're curious about how to eliminate stress at its root and want to experiment with real tools, uncover hidden stress triggers, and walk away with a personalized plan for building a life you don’t need a vacation from, click here and get registered for this five-day stress focus group where stress meets strategy.   💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

  8. Jun 8

    131 | One “Small” Decision That Created a Weekend of Chaos

    This week, Lisa looks at the hidden habit of ignoring our instincts that keeps so many of us stuck in a loop of complications. She explains how we quietly undermine our own peace every time we tolerate things we already know need to change, and why we tend to push past our own gut feelings for far too long. Drawing on her recent journey to a speaking engagement in Tennessee, Lisa shifts the focus away from "unfortunate events" and looks at the internal patterns that are actually draining you. If you are someone who makes decisions rooted in fear rather than faith, this is for you. Join in to learn how every decision holds weight and find out how to stop sacrificing your alignment for safety.   📢CLARITY™ Lab: 5-DAY IMMERSIVE STRESS FOCUS GROUP  If you're curious about how to eliminate stress at its root and want to experiment with real tools, uncover hidden stress triggers, and walk away with a personalized plan for building a life you don’t need a vacation from, click here and get registered for this five-day stress focus group where stress meets strategy.   💫GOLD HANDLE CLUB: Imperfect Founders Edition If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or avoiding what you know needs to happen, this is your next step. The Gold Handle Club is a simple 5–10 minute daily ritual with coaching and community designed to help you eliminate chronic stress—not manage it—so you can finally move with clarity and Radical Obedience®. Join the Imperfect Founders Edition, get your first 30 days free (just cover shipping), and start making the shifts you’ve been putting off.   DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE  Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.    COACH ME LIVE SESSION If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot   LINKS AND RESOURCES — Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs   FOLLOW ME — Instagram: @lisaangelsmith Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/   RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW PODCAST – If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.

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In a world obsessed with control, performance, and productivity, many high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals find themselves exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from the life they worked so hard to build. Hosted by Lisa A. Smith, MBA, The Radical Obedience® Podcast challenges the belief that success requires sacrifice, stress, or self-abandonment. Through powerful conversations, practical wisdom, personal stories, and transformational insights, you'll learn how chronic stress is often the result of resisting what you already know you need to do. Each episode will help you develop the courage to trust yourself, honor your convictions, and embrace complete surrender—not as weakness, but as a strategy for peace, purpose, and sustainable success. If you're tired of managing burnout and chronic stress and ready to eliminate it at the root, you're in the right place. Because sometimes the breakthrough you're seeking isn't found in doing more. It's found in surrendering completely.

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