Today on the podcast I'm joined by mental health advocate, incredible mama, influencer, blogger and now podcaster... Jessyka Hagen. You may know Jess from @spilledmylk where she helps others feel less alone in their meltdowns and the community she's created is incredible.

In this episode, Jessyka and I talk about what it's like living with OCD, her lessons from marriage counselling, navigating the impact of social media on her mental health and much more. 

And for those interested in our Stress Less in 90 Days program go to http://stresslessin90days.ca 

Making real connections and friendships as an adult is much harder than when we were on the playground. Then you add in physical distancing, the constraints of a pandemic and adulting in general, and it's a wonder we have time for friendship. That's why I wanted to bring Jessica Painter, the founder of In Her Circle to the mic this week to talk about what it takes to make real connections, both in person and virtually. If you've ever moved to a new city, started a new job, or a new phase of life and felt lonely, this one is for you.

Snag your spot in Stress Less in 90 Days at: https://stresslessladies.podia.com/stress-less-in-90-days-group-coaching 

Little tense lately? I know I am with the US election wildness, so it's the perfect time to talk about the November Stress Less Habits Challenge, the science behind movement and stress, and the amazing giveaway we're doing over on Instagram. 

Head to @stresslessladies and look for the November 4th post to win an online Barre Body Studio 1-month membership.

Your micro-lesson today is about how to get rid of the negative judgemental language going on in your head and swap it for curiosity. Curiosity gives you answers, and answers help you make some real change in your life. 

Join the Stress Less Habits Challenge at http://stresslesshabits.com 

Today on the podcast we're doing something a little different. I'm leading you in a super simple 5 minute body scan to bring awareness to your body, breathe deeply and help you calm the chaos. 

Download for future use if you like it!

Sign up for the Stress Less Habits Challenge at http://stresslesshabits.com

Words hold weight. Words can add stress or detract stress. Sometimes all it takes is a little swap to make a BIG change. Start trying these five language shifts this week and see the difference it can make. 

You could even... make it a habit! http://stresslesshabits.com 

Did you know that if you're stressed it can affect your gut health and vice versa? We dive into the gut-stress connection with holistic nutritionist, Geri Araus. Geri shares her own story of poor gut health, how she healed herself, how we can care for our guts on a budget (and avoid my dreaded fermented foods!), the role that stress plays in our gut health and more. 

Geri and I are also doing a fabulous cross-giveaway, so go to @ga.nutrition and @stresslessladies on Instagram to win some major prizes!

Do you ever feel that to be productive is synonymous with MORE? More stress, more workload, more to-do? It doesn't have to be that way, and I share how in this episode. 

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Lisa Webb is the founder of Wine, Women and Well-being, mom of two, author, blogger, expat and connector. In this interview we talk about her adventures around the world, raising kids overseas, why creating community is so important to her and much more. If you've ever had the idea of traveling the world as an expat, this is NOT to be missed. 

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