In this episode, we explore the art of simplification and how it can bring profound positive changes to your life.    I share the transformative effects of granting yourself permission to step back, the significance of focusing on one task at a time, and practical tips to simplify various aspects of your life.    Learn the empowering skill of saying 'no' and discover how it can create more space for what truly matters.    Tune in and embark on a journey towards a simpler, more fulfilling existence.   Listen in as we talk about:   [1:50] Why simplifying is actually a habit   [2:30] The permission to take a step back   [3:40] Focusing on one task   [4:25] Tips to simplify your life   [6:10] The permission to say 'no'     Notes from Natalie:   Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter    Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites    Episode 98: https://www.natalietysdal.com/post/episode98   Episode 102: https://www.natalietysdal.com/post/episode102   Episode 106: https://www.natalietysdal.com/post/episode106   Episode 109: https://www.natalietysdal.com/post/episode109     Connect with Natalie   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal/    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ntysdal   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal/   Website: https://www.natalietysdal.com  

114: Tips to Simplify Your Life When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

Natalie wants to help you live a life of purpose, without holding back on the things that are most important to you. Each week she will interview an incredible industry professional/industry thought leader to discuss the topics you need to hear as a busy working professional from sleep and health, to burnout and everything in between. As a journalist Natalie has interviewed thousands of professionals and knows how to get to the root of an issue with compassion and empathy. She is living her dream of digging into issues that really matter: health, family, relationships, and happiness. You can have it all, but you have to be intentional about how you do it.

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Brief summary of show: In this conversation, Natalie and Arlene discuss practical ways to build stronger families. They emphasize the importance of starting small and being intentional in strengthening family connections. One key suggestion is to prioritize family mealtime, making it a regular and screen-free occasion for everyone to gather, communicate, and bond. They also discuss the impact of screens on family dynamics and suggest delaying the introduction of smartphones and social media for children. Other suggestions include praying together as a family, engaging in activities and service projects together, and fostering intergenerational relationships with trusted adults. Listen in as we talk about: 00:00 - Introduction and the Desire for Stronger Families 06:10 - Chapter 2: Delaying Screens and the Impact of Technology 11:20 - Chapter 3: Praying Together and Strengthening Family Bonds Notes from Natalie:   Cortisol cocktail: https://amare.com/en-us/g10/NATALIE10     Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter : https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/fd348899af   Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites    Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining   Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatrainin   Anti Burnout Worksheet: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/b6d4b2c9d2     Connect with Natalie   

157: Praying Together: Strengthening Family Bonds with Arlene Pellicane

Brief summary of show: In this podcast episode, we reflect on my experience as a high school teacher and share six valuable lessons I have learned about empowering teenagers. The lessons include the importance of recognition and acknowledgment, exploring ethical approaches to efficiency, treating teenagers like adults, setting boundaries, dealing with distractions, and giving unconditional love. I emphasize the need to guide and support teenagers in their growth and development. Listen in as we talk about: 00:00 - Empowering Teenagers: Lessons Learned from Being a High School Teacher 04:53 - Recognizing and Acknowledging Teenagers' Efforts 06:47 - Exploring Ethical Approaches to Efficiency 09:05 - Treating Teenagers Like Adults: Finding the Balance 11:49 - Dealing with Distractions and Developing Self-Control 12:50 - Unconditional Love: Guiding Teenagers in Growth and Development   Listen to previous episodes: Episode 47: https://www.natalietysdal.com/post/episode47 Episode 58: https://www.natalietysdal.com/post/episode58      Notes from Natalie:   Cortisol cocktail: https://amare.com/en-us/g10/NATALIE10     Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter : https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/fd348899af   Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites    Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining   Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatrainin   Anti Burnout Worksheet: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/b6d4b2c9d2     Connect with Natalie   

156: Recognizing and Acknowledging Teenagers' Efforts

Brief summary of show: In this part, Dr. Romy Mushtag talks about healing the busy brain. We discuss the protocol for healing, which includes steps such as taking the busy brain test, addressing the three evil cousins (denial, projection, and rejection), implementing a seven-day sleep challenge, practicing digital detox, incorporating sound healing, and getting necessary lab tests. Dr. Romy emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and finding balance in life. The conversation highlights the need to prioritize mental health and provides practical strategies for managing a busy brain. Listen in as we talk about: 00:00 - Introduction and Recap of Part 1 02:29 - Getting to the Nitty Gritty: Steps for Healing 03:26 - Addressing the Three Evil Cousins 05:20 - Implementing the Seven-Day Sleep Challenge 06:45 - Practicing Digital Detox 08:29 - Incorporating Sound Healing 09:20 - Taking Charge of Your Health: Lab Tests     Notes from Natalie:   Cortisol cocktail: https://amare.com/en-us/g10/NATALIE10     Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter : https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/fd348899af   Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites    Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining   Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatrainin   Anti Burnout Worksheet: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/b6d4b2c9d2     Connect with Natalie   

155: Healing a Busy Brain: Dr. Romie's Protocol, Part 2

Brief summary of show: Dr. Romie discusses her journey from being a successful doctor to experiencing burnout and how she found a different approach to brain and mental health. She introduces the concept of a 'busy brain' and explains the impact of chronic stress on the brain and body. Dr. Romie shares her protocol for healing a busy brain and provides insights into the commonality of this issue across different industries and professions. Dr. Romie shares her brain shift protocol for healing a busy brain and living a more balanced life. The protocol consists of eight weeks of steps, including self-compassion, sleep challenges, digital detox, sound healing, and nutritional changes. Dr. Romie emphasizes the importance of addressing thyroid health and vitamin D levels. She encourages individuals to take control of their health and advocate for themselves when seeking medical care. The goal is to heal the busy brain and find balance in all aspects of life. Listen in as we talk about: 00:00 - Dr. Romie's Journey: From Successful Doctor to Burnout 03:13 - Changing Course: Dealing with Others' Reactions 06:12 - Understanding the Busy Brain: Chronic Stress and Burnout 09:34 - Healing a Busy Brain: Insights from the Book 14:16 - The Stimulant-Sedative Cycle: Coping Mechanisms for a Busy Brain 21:29 - Healing a Busy Brain: The Brain Shift Protocol   Notes from Natalie:   Cortisol cocktail: https://amare.com/en-us/g10/NATALIE10     Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter : https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/fd348899af   Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites    Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining   Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatrainin   Anti Burnout Worksheet: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/b6d4b2c9d2     Connect with Natalie   

154: Healing a Busy Brain: Dr. Romie's Protocol, Part 1.

Brief summary of show: Stella Grizont shares her journey from feeling miserable in her dream job to finding happiness and creating the Work Happiness Method. She emphasizes the importance of looking inward and accepting negative emotions before expanding one's vision. Stella provides practical advice on clarifying values, making decisions, and having difficult conversations at work. She also highlights the power of gratitude and self-compassion in cultivating happiness. By practicing self-reflection and taking small actions aligned with personal values, individuals can transform their work experiences and find fulfillment. Listen in as we talk about: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 00:21 - Feeling Miserable in Dream Job 01:18 - Transition to Helping Entrepreneurs 03:17 - Turning Point and Work Happiness Method 04:06 - Similar Experiences in News Business 04:33 - Determining if it's You or the Job 05:03 - Finding Beauty in the Present Moment 05:29 - Taking Brave Actions and Setting Boundaries 06:28 - Clarifying Vision of Success 07:47 - Identifying Values and Making Decisions 09:14 - Recognizing Personal Power and Control 10:36 - Dealing with Difficult People at Work 11:34 - Having Difficult Conversations 13:08 - Approaching Conversations with Openness and Empathy 14:17 - Transforming Relationships through Dialogue 15:50 - Harnessing Power when Considering Quitting 16:30 - Taking Action and Making Changes 20:34 - Starting with Acceptance and Gratitude 22:13 Expanding Vision and Seeing the Big Picture 23:49 - Practicing Complaint Vacation and Gratitude 26:03 - Cultivating Self-Compassion     Notes from Natalie:   Cortisol cocktail: https://amare.com/en-us/g10/NATALIE10     Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter : https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/fd348899af   Seeking Health: www.natalietysdal.com/favorites    Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining   Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatrainin   Anti Burnout Worksheet: https://marvelous-designer-6863.ck.page/b6d4b2c9d2     Connect with Natalie   

114: Tips to Simplify Your Life When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

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