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

Most business owners think delegation is the answer to overwhelm. So why do so many still feel stressed, overworked, and frustrated after hiring help?

In this episode, Lisa challenges the belief that simply handing off tasks creates freedom. She shares a hard-earned lesson from her own leadership journey and reveals why delegation often fails, not because of the people you've hired, but because of what leadership actually requires.

You'll learn the difference between task managers and decision makers, why many entrepreneurs delegate too soon, and the mindset shifts necessary to build a team that truly supports your growth.

If you've ever thought, "Nobody can do it as well as I can," or "I tried delegating and it didn't work," this conversation may change how you think about leadership, responsibility, and what it really takes to get your time back.

Freedom doesn't come from handing off tasks. It comes from building the leadership capacity to let go of them.

📢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

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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.

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

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Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs

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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie

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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

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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 

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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/

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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/

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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 —

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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie

LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith

Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/

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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/

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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 —

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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie

LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith

Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/

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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.

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/

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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.

Sometimes the most powerful conversations are the ones that start with a simple question.

This week, Lisa opens the floor for a live coaching session to answer real questions from her community. They get into everything from faith and purpose to the messy reality of stress, business, and what it really looks like to follow through on what you feel called to do.

Lisa offers straightforward advice on how to stop taking back the things you have already surrendered and explains the difference between your actual purpose and the tools you use to get there. She also covers the "how-to" side of things, like pitching services, pricing with confidence, and staying strategic without burning out.

This episode feels like sitting in the room while someone else asks the exact question you have been carrying. It is direct and full of the kind of perspective that helps you move forward with more peace and a lot less confusion.

If you have been wondering if you are forcing a situation or just need clarity on your next step in business or health, this conversation is for you. 

📢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.

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.