In Episode 2 of the Founder Wellbeing Show, host Sarah Wood delves into the concept of stress reappraisal. 

Sarah, explains how stress is not merely an external force but a relationship between demands and our responses. 

She introduces the transactional model of stress, emphasizing how primary and secondary appraisals influence our stress responses. 

Sarah highlights the importance of distinguishing between real threats and manageable challenges, providing practical tips for reappraisal to improve mental clarity and personal well-being. 

She also discusses the detrimental effects of chronic stress, such as sleep disturbances and burnout, and offers a free sleep meditation guide to help listeners achieve better sleep quality. 

Sarah concludes by encouraging the development of metacognition and restructuring thoughts to see situations more realistically. 

00:00 Welcome to the Founder Wellbeing Show

00:53 Understanding Stress and Its Impact

03:27 The Transactional Model of Stress

05:51 Chronic Stress and Its Consequences

10:56 Breaking the Cycle of Stress

12:12 Developing the Skill of Reappraisal

14:07 Conclusion and Next Steps

Free Sleep Meditation Audio Guide

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The Founder Wellbeing Company Website

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Founder Wellbeing Show, hosted by Sarah Wood, a health and wellbeing coach and ex-nurse who's on a mission to counter toxic hustle culture. 

Sarah discusses the reciprocal relationship between business success and personal well-being, emphasizing that founders don't need to sacrifice one for the other. 

She introduces the distinction between wellness and well-being, detailing foundational behaviors that enhance health. 

Sarah also presents the PERMA model of well-being from positive psychology, explaining how elements like positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment contribute to both personal fulfilment and business success. 

Throughout, she encourages founders to adopt the mindset of athletes who prioritize recovery to meet the unique demands of entrepreneurship. 

Tune in for actionable insights that promise to energize and enrich both your professional and personal life.

00:00 Welcome to the Founder Wellbeing Show
01:35 Introduction to the Podcast Concept
01:55 The Importance of Wellbeing in Business
03:08 Defining Wellness vs. Wellbeing
07:02 The PERMA Model Explained
11:01 The Athlete Mindset for Founders
12:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Link to PERMA questionnaire

Free Sleep Meditation Audio Guide

Connect with Sarah on Instagram

Wired to THRIVE 1:1 coaching program

The Founder Wellbeing Company Website

 Hello and welcome to the Founder Wellbeing Show where we flip the script on toxic hustle culture. 

Through stories and scientific evidence we hope to help you embrace the notion that business success and well being go hand in hand. 

And in fact, neglecting your physical, mental, emotional, and social needs is one of the greatest hindrances to you achieving your mission.

I'm Sarah Wood, your host an ex nurse, corporate dropout, and certified health and well being coach, currently completing the final year of my psychology degree. 

I help impact driven founders stop living in survival mode and wire their brain for thriving instead. 

So hit follow and tune in every Tuesday for a refreshing take on business success. 

One where you get to flourish first so you have the energy, motivation, and mental clarity you need to meet the unique demands of entrepreneurship and at the same time expand your capacity for a richer and more fulfilling personal life as well.

Free Sleep Meditation Audio Guide

Connect with Sarah on Instagram

Wired to THRIVE 1:1 coaching program

The Founder Wellbeing Company Website