Calm Your Daily Stress - Stress Relief for the Busy Midlife Woman

Denise Eckert, Creator of the Relax Now Mobile App - Anxiety and Stress Relief

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your busy life? Are you concerned about your health, anxiety and stress levels? Do you want to find ways to manage and reduce stress or anxiety, not just for yourself but for the sake of your loved ones as well? If so, you are in the right place!   Calm Your Daily Stress Podcast – Stress Relief for the Busy Woman is a podcast dedicated entirely to YOU – the ambitious woman seeking to find balance amidst chaos.    Enjoy deep-dive interviews with incredible guests as they spill their secrets on stress-reducing techniques, golden nuggets of wisdom, and game-changing practices that they've tried and tested. Consider this your roadmap to more peace, more clarity, less stress and a life where overwhelm doesn’t call the shots.    Here’s to finding your calm amidst the storm!

  1. E249 The Hidden Reasons We Feel Stress with Katie Barngrover

    4d ago

    E249 The Hidden Reasons We Feel Stress with Katie Barngrover

    In this episode, Katie breaks down the hidden reasons so many women are exhausted, wired at night, running on caffeine, and still waking up tired. From blue light and late-night snacking to hormones, food sensitivities, and overloaded to-do lists, she shares simple shifts that can help you finally feel like yourself again. If your brain won’t shut off and your energy is hanging by a thread, this episode is going to hit home. Katie Barngrover is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and former math and science teacher who has spent years helping women uncover the hidden stressors draining their energy, disrupting their sleep, and keeping them in constant ‘go mode.’ In this episode: Katie shares how stress is not just in your head. She explains that sleep, hormones, digestion, and even your daily habits can quietly pile stress onto your body.She talks about how screens at night can totally confuse your body clock. She explains why scrolling social media before bed might be one of the biggest sleep wreckers out there.She shares simple sleep tips like turning off screens an hour before bed and giving your body time to properly wind down at night.Katie explains why eating late at night can leave you tossing and turning. She talks about how your body needs time to digest so it can focus on repair and rest while you sleep.She shares why so many women feel stuck in “go mode” all the time. She talks about how endless to-do lists can keep your brain spinning long after your head hits the pillow.She talks about learning to separate “must get done” tasks from the busy little things that can wait. She shares how protecting your energy matters just as much as checking boxes.Katie explains how certain foods may be draining your energy without you even realizing it. She shares why food sensitivities can show up as brain fog, fatigue, aches, poor sleep, and feeling cranky or hangry.She talks about why women often do not eat enough healthy protein and fats. She explains how the right foods can help support hormones, energy, focus, and better sleep.She shares easy ways to start paying attention to your body today. She encourages women to track sleep, meals, energy, and habits so they can spot the patterns that may be sabotaging their health.To receive Katie's 10 recipes to help you begin eating more healthy foods, begin increasing protein, increasing fat in your body - Click Here: https://www.angelwinghealth.com/energyresetrecipes  Contacting Katie: https://www.angelwinghealth.com/ On social: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/angel.wing.health/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelWingHealth Facebook: Click Here Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/the-hidden-reasons-we-feel-stress/ Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    23 min
  2. E248 Top Tips for a Smoother Divorce with Jill Kaufman

    May 19

    E248 Top Tips for a Smoother Divorce with Jill Kaufman

    Going through a divorce can feel lonely, stressful, and completely overwhelming, but Jill shares simple ways to make the process easier on yourself and your family. In this episode, Jill talks about co-parenting, handling big emotions, supporting children through change, and why getting the right support can make all the difference.  Jill Kaufman is a Therapist, Divorce Coach, Mediator & Co-parenting Expert. After going through her own difficult divorce, she made it her life’s mission to help others not have it so tough. Her book, online course and transformative group coaching program help parents navigate the overwhelming process of divorce both emotionally and strategically with less stress, more confidence and a greater sense of peace. In this episode: Jill shares how her own difficult divorce inspired her to help other families go through it with less stress and more peace.She explains why divorce can feel so overwhelming because it changes your family life, friendships, future plans, and daily routine all at once.She talks about how important it is to get the right support instead of trying to handle everything alone.Jill shares why reacting in the heat of the moment can make things harder and how taking a pause can calm stressful conversations.She explains that co-parenting works better when you treat each other with respect, even when emotions are running high.Jill talks about how exercise, nature, friends, and therapy helped her lower stress during hard times.She shares ways friends and family can support someone going through divorce by checking in, spending time together, and helping them feel less alone.She explains how changing negative self-talk can help you feel stronger, more hopeful, and more confident about the future.She talks about helping children through divorce by listening to their feelings, staying respectful with the other parent, and reminding them they are loved.Contacting Jill: 8 Guidelines for Separated and Divorcing Parents. https://go.divorcecoachjill.com/8guidelines https://www.divorcecoachjill.com On Socials:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/separationanddivorcesupportcommunity  https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoachjill/ Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/top-tips-for-a-smoother-divorce/ Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    18 min
  3. E247 Neuroscience: Rewiring Stress and Burnout with Cameron Allen

    May 12

    E247 Neuroscience: Rewiring Stress and Burnout with Cameron Allen

    Cameron Allen, a neuroscientist,  shares how stress and burnout can quietly take over your life and explains why nervous system regulation is the key to feeling calmer, clearer, and more connected. In this episode, he talks about simple daily practices that can help busy women lower overwhelm, stop overthinking, and create more peace in their everyday lives. Cameron is a neuroscientist and technologist with 18 years in translational neuroscience and 11 years of leading transformative groups whose work draws from physiology, functional neuroimaging, and immersive systems. His focus is not on fixing people, but on helping them recognize and shift the subtle survival patterns that shape stress, burnout, self-criticism, and disconnection. In this episode: Cameron shares how neuroscience can help us understand why stress and burnout build up so quickly in busy women.He explains that neuroscience shows how the brain and nervous system work together when we are stuck in survival mode.He talks about how stress stacks over time and can lead to brain fog, overwhelm, exhaustion, and feeling emotionally drained.Cameron shares simple neuroscience-based tools to help calm the body and stop the cycle of overthinking and anxiety.He explains why curiosity and slowing down can help your brain feel safer and more relaxed during stressful moments.He talks about the role neuroscience plays in helping us rewire old stress patterns and create healthier habits.Cameron shares why connection, laughter, and small moments of joy are powerful ways to support nervous system healing.He explains how quick daily practices like meditation, breathwork, and sound baths can help retrain the brain over time through neuroscience.He talks about how neuroscience teaches us that even small changes can help us feel calmer, more focused, and less overwhelmed in everyday life.Contacting Cameron: https://www.immersive.neuroprogeny.com/  On Social: https://www.instagram.com/neuro_cameron/  https://www.instagram.com/neuro.progeny/  Blogpost:  https://therelaxationlounge.info/neuroscience-rewiring-stress-and-burnout/ Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    28 min
  4. E246 Sober Living and Taking Control of Your Life with Hannah Turner

    May 5

    E246 Sober Living and Taking Control of Your Life with Hannah Turner

    Hannah shares an honest look at her sober living journey and how it helped her stop numbing stress and start facing it. She shows how sober living can lead to stronger self-trust, healing, and a more grounded, peaceful life.  Hannah Turner is a poet and writer whose work transforms the raw honesty of recovery into art. Inspired by her early sobriety as a student in Paris, her collection, The Clarity of Chaos, seeks to illuminate a path of hope for others. Through authentic and compassionate storytelling, Hannah proves that vulnerability is a bridge to healing and that beauty can emerge from the struggle. In this epsiode: Hannah shares how her sober living journey began when life felt overwhelming and out of control She explains how sobriety helped her stop numbing stress and start facing her emotions Hannah talks about feeling lost in the early days of sobriety and why that’s completely normal She shares how writing and creativity supported her through sober living instead of turning to alcohol She explains why you don’t have to hit rock bottom to choose sobriety and make a change Hannah talks about how busy women often hide their stress behind habits that don’t truly help She shares simple ways to explore sober journey and your relationship with alcohol without pressure Hannah explains how building self-trust takes time, especially through sober living Hannah talks about self-compassion and how being kinder to yourself makes sobriety easierContacting Hannah: https://www.hannahturner.net/ On Socials: https://www.instagram.com/theclarityofchaos/ Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/sober-living-and-taking-control-of-your-life/ Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    23 min
  5. E245 Stop People Pleasing and Start Living Your Life with Amy Schadt

    Apr 28

    E245 Stop People Pleasing and Start Living Your Life with Amy Schadt

    Amy Schadt shares how women can break free from people pleasing, perfectionism, and the pressure to do it all. She explains simple ways to choose peace, calm stress, and start living life on your own terms.  Amy Schadt is the creator of the Radical Embodiment Method, a coach, dancer, and educator who helps women break free from stress, perfectionism, and self-doubt — and reconnect with confidence, joy, and the freedom to live life on their terms. In this episode: Amy shares how many busy women carry stress like a badge of honor, and how good girl syndrome can make us feel we always have to do more.She talks about choosing peace instead of chaos, and how healing can begin when we stop trying to control everything and release people pleasing habits.She explains why accepting where you are right now can lower stress fast, especially for women juggling business, family, and life.Amy shares how good girl syndrome can keep women stuck in people pleasing, perfectionism, and saying yes when they mean no.She talks about simple journaling prompts like “Who am I without all these roles?” to help reconnect with yourself and break old people pleasing patterns.She explains how staying in the present moment can calm your nervous system and stop the spiral of worry about tomorrow.Amy shares why good girl syndrome often starts from old messages about being the perfect wife, mom, or worker, and how letting go of people pleasing helps break that cycle.She talks about building your capacity to handle stress, solve problems, and stay grounded when life feels messy and full.She explains that good girl syndrome does not define you, and healing starts when you choose yourself, trust yourself, and stop living through people pleasing.Amy talks about her free download - The Present Moment Reset  — reclaim your energy, peace, and radical presence Today! https://radicalembodimentmethod.com/present-moment-free-gift/Contacting Amy: https://amyschadt.com/  On Socials: https://www.instagram.com/amy_schadt/ Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/stop-people-pleasing/ Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    20 min
  6. E244 How to Make Affirmations Work for YOU with Denise Eckert

    Apr 21

    E244 How to Make Affirmations Work for YOU with Denise Eckert

    Denise Eckert shares how affirmations can help busy women lower stress, calm overwhelm, and shift negative thinking into more supportive thoughts. She explains that simple, believable affirmations can regulate the nervous system, build confidence, and support emotional healing.  Denise also gives easy ways to use affirmations throughout the day and reminds listeners that being kinder to yourself can create more calm, one thought at a time.  Denise is the host of the Calm Your Daily Stress podcast and the creator of the Relax Now mobile app. Passionate about helping busy women lower stress, she shares fun, simple, and powerful tools that bring more calm, balance, and ease into everyday life.  In this episode: Denise shares why affirmations are not cheesy at all. She explains they are simple words that can calm your mind, lower stress, regulate your nervous system and support emotional healing when life feels like too much.She talks about how many busy women already use affirmations every day without noticing. She says thoughts like “I can’t do this” or “I’m so behind” are negative affirmations that add more stress.She explains that better words can shift your energy fast. She shares how affirmations can build confidence, steady your mood, and help with emotional healing one small step at a time.Denise shares why stress affects both the mind and body. She explains that when you stay in panic mode too long, your body has a harder time resting, healing, and feeling safe.Denise talks about a time she felt fear during a business promotion. She shares how repeating kind, strong words helped her feel calmer, more focused, and ready to keep going.She explains that affirmations work best when they feel real and believable. Instead of forcing big statements, she suggests gentle ones your mind can actually trust.She shares easy times to use affirmations: before checking your phone, before meetings, while driving, walking, or before bed. Little moments can create big emotional healing.She talks about creating your own affirmations for stress, money worries, confidence, and overwhelm. She reminds you to keep them short, simple, and supportive.Denise shares a morning practice with breathing and affirmations like choosing peace over pressure. She reminds women that kind self-talk can lead to more calm, confidence, and emotional healing.Download your free 101 Affirmations for Busy Women and start shifting stress into calm, confidence, and a better day in just minutes - Click Here Contacting Denise: https://relax-now.app/links Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    19 min
  7. Apr 14

    E243 Stuck in Your Head? Let’s Shift That with Dawna Campbell

    You’re doing all the things, yet you still feel stuck—and it’s frustrating. In this episode, Dawna Campbell reveals why your mind keeps circling in stress and overwhelm, and what’s really happening underneath it all. She explains how subconscious patterns and stored emotions keep you in the same loop, even when you’re trying to move forward, and shares simple ways to calm your body, shift your energy, and get back into a place of flow.  Dawna Campbell is an internationally recognized speaker, bestselling author, and transformational coach known for helping people uncover and release subconscious blocks that hold them back. With a unique blend of financial expertise and mindset work, she guides entrepreneurs to create more success, freedom, and fulfillment in their lives and businesses. In this episode: Dawna shares her powerful story of surviving trauma and how it led her to a life of emotional healing and helping others feel safe again She explains what it really means to feel stuck—like you’re trying everything but nothing is moving, and that feeling can be exhausting She talks about how emotional healing starts by understanding the feelings underneath your stress, like frustration or fear Dawna shares that your stress isn’t random—it’s connected to old patterns and emotional healing helps break those cycles She explains how your subconscious mind holds onto emotions to protect you, even when they’re no longer serving you She talks about emotional healing as a way to release those old feelings so you can finally feel peace and move forward Dawna shares how stress lives in your body and can actually become something you get used to—even addicted to She explains a simple breathing practice to calm your body, clear your mind, and support emotional healing in just a few minutes She talks about trusting yourself, following your heart, and knowing that emotional healing opens the door to more ease, flow, and joy in your lifeContacting Dawna: http://www.bookdawna.com  On Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dawnacampbellofficial/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/dawna.campbell.71  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnacampbell/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dawnacampbell  Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/stuck-in-your-head-lets-shift-that/ Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    16 min
  8. E242 Heal Your Trauma Without Reliving the Pain with Kristine Genovese

    Apr 7

    E242 Heal Your Trauma Without Reliving the Pain with Kristine Genovese

    Kristine shows us that emotional healing isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong” with you—it’s about finally listening to what your body has been trying to say all along. When stress, overwhelm, and life keep piling up, it’s often stuck energy and unprocessed emotions running the show behind the scenes. Through simple shifts and deeper awareness, emotional healing helps you release what you’ve been carrying, reconnect with yourself, and start feeling like you again—calm, clear, and back in control. Kristine Genovese helps healthcare and wellness professionals restore their own well-being while transforming how they support others. She created the Soul Intelligence® Method, an energy-based approach that releases trauma and addresses root causes without revisiting pain. Through sessions and online emotional healing training, she teaches others to integrate this work into their practices. Her mission is to improve health on every level and spark a ripple effect that reshapes lives, elevates healthcare, and brings Soul Intelligence into wellness spaces everywhere. In this episode: Kristine shares how losing her corporate job during COVID became a wake-up call to finally follow what truly felt right in her life.Kristine explains that when you slow down and listen to your body, you can start to heal trauma in a real and lasting way.She talks about how stuck energy in the body can build up and lead to stress, burnout, and illness over time.She shares that you don’t have to relive painful moments to heal trauma—it can be gentle, simple, and freeing.She explains that stress, toxic environments, and giving too much to others are big reasons so many women feel overwhelmed.Kristine talks about how to heal trauma by getting to the root cause instead of just managing symptoms on the surface.She shares simple ways to shift your energy fast, like going outside, laughing, or taking a salt bath.She reminds us that taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it creates a ripple effect that helps everyone around you. Contacting Kristine: Join the SQ Inner Circle: Your Monthly Energetic Reset - Soul Intelligence® Inner Circle. https://www.soulintelligencemethod.com/BookwithKristine https://www.soulintelligencemethod.com  On Socials: https://www.facebook.com/gcimpactgroup/ https://www.instagram.com/kristinemgenovese/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinemgenovese/  https://www.youtube.com/@kristinegenovese1520 Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/heal-trauma-without-the-painful-memories/  Note: Just a reminder that this information presented here is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to replace professional help. ***** Relax Now Mobile App The Relax-Now mobile app offers quick, expert-led relaxation practices designed to fit into your busy day - anytime, anywhere. Start today with a FREE 7-day trial and feel the difference today! https://relax-now.app

    20 min
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your busy life? Are you concerned about your health, anxiety and stress levels? Do you want to find ways to manage and reduce stress or anxiety, not just for yourself but for the sake of your loved ones as well? If so, you are in the right place!   Calm Your Daily Stress Podcast – Stress Relief for the Busy Woman is a podcast dedicated entirely to YOU – the ambitious woman seeking to find balance amidst chaos.    Enjoy deep-dive interviews with incredible guests as they spill their secrets on stress-reducing techniques, golden nuggets of wisdom, and game-changing practices that they've tried and tested. Consider this your roadmap to more peace, more clarity, less stress and a life where overwhelm doesn’t call the shots.    Here’s to finding your calm amidst the storm!

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