Melissa Garn is an influential leader and author who effectively utilizes her analytical mindset and attention to detail to navigate complex business environments seamlessly.

In this episode:

• Melissa shares how to stop feeling like you’re always running on empty.
• Melissa explains how quick, easy pauses can calm your mind and body.
• She talks about why slowing down can actually help you get more done.
• She expresses that you can't change anything that you're not aware of and she shares that a big part of change is learning not to be afraid of yourself.
• Melissa shares simple tips to stress less, even on your busiest days.
• Melissa explains how short breaks can make you feel lighter and more focused.
• Melissa talks about finding moments of peace without adding more to your to-do list.
• Melissa reminds you that taking care of yourself helps you take care of everything else.

Contacting Melissa:

Website: www.mgarninspiredleadership.com

On Social

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-garn-29321211/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissaagarn

Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/stress-reduction-secrets-for-women/

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Yvonne Caputo has been a teacher. She taught in the Erie Pennsylvania Public Schools for 18 years. She has also been the Vice President of Human Resources at a retirement community, a corporate trainer and consultant, and a psychotherapist. She has a master’s degree in education and clinical psychology.

Her book, Flying with Dad, is a story about her relationship with her father through his telling of World War II stories. Her second book, Dying with Dad shares how she and her dad had tough conversations about what he wanted in the end.

She has always been a storyteller. She has used stories to widen students’ eyes and soften clients’ pain, and her stories have earned her rave reviews as a presenter and speaker.

Yvonne lives in Pennsylvania with her best friend (who is also her husband). Together they have three children, three grandchildren, and a bernedooodle.

In this episode:

• Yvonne explains how understanding emotions, especially negative ones like anger and frustration, can be transformative by treating them as an internal "stop sign."
• She shares the importance of naming emotions and walking through them step-by-step to align reactions with values and avoid impulsive responses.
• Yvonne dives into the science of emotions, describing how the brain’s amygdala processes feelings and helps us respond to stress in healthy ways.
• She talks about using personal experiences, like dealing with her father’s PTSD, to foster deeper relationships and understanding through storytelling.
• Yvonne highlights her two books, Flying with Dad and Dying with Dad, as journeys of healing, connection, and advocating for open conversations about end-of-life planning.
• Yvonne encourages listeners to see negative emotions as helpful guides, offering insights and opportunities for personal growth.

Contacting Yvonne:

https://Ingeniumbooks.com/yvonne-caputo/

On Social:

https://www.facebook.com/xcskiyvonne

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-caputo-1449137/

https://www.instagram.com/yvonnecaputo46/

Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/proven-strategies-to-stop-negative-emotions/

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Kat Amey, Life Coach and Retreat Host helping people to live a life they love - their own way.

In this episode:

• Kat shares how her journey to Thailand inspired her to become a life coach and help people live lives they truly love.
• Kat explains how journaling can feel like a quiet friend, offering a way to unload thoughts and self-coach without outside opinions.
• She talks about overcoming common journaling challenges, like perfectionism or overwhelm, by starting small with simple prompts like, “How am I feeling today?”
• Kat encourages using habit stacking, like pairing journaling with your morning coffee, to make it a seamless part of your routine.
• She suggests choosing a journaling method that works for you, whether handwriting in a pretty notebook or typing on your device—just keep it easy and accessible.
• She highlights how journaling can support entrepreneurs by helping process challenges, doubts, and decisions, even when working alone.
• Kat recommends using journaling for goal setting by focusing on how you want to feel and who you want to become, instead of rigid resolutions.
• She shares information about her free workbook to help you get started with journaling – click here

Contacting Kat:

https://www.kathrynamey.com/

On Social

https://www.instagram.com/kat_amey/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/thewellnesshub.101

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Michelle Waitzman is an author, writer and communications trainer. She lives in Toronto, Canada with her husband and two rescue dogs.

In this episode:

• Michelle shares how dogs can teach us to be happier by staying present and appreciating the simple things in life.
• Michelle explains why dogs are so much better at handling stress by focusing on the moment and letting go of negativity quickly.
• She talks about how we can learn to deal with stress by setting boundaries and having honest, non-blaming conversations with those around us.
• She shares how we often snap at the wrong thing, and why it's important to take a step back and figure out the real issue.
• Michelle encourages us to get outside for a walk, just like dogs do, to refresh our minds and boost happiness.
• Michelle explains how her book, Be As Happy As Your Dog, offers 16 easy ways to improve your happiness without adding more stress.
• Michelle reminds us to focus on appreciating the good things in our life, just like our dogs do every day.
• She talks about her monthly newsletter that provides happiness tips and interesting tidbits about dog behavior – sign up here

Contacting Michelle:

https://beashappyasyourdog.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beashappyasyourdog/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeAsHappyAsYourDog/

Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/do-dogs-hold-the-secret-to-happiness-with-michelle-waitzman

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Julie Fitzpatrick, a multi-award-winning hypnotherapist, coach, podcast host, speaker, and #1 international bestselling co-author, is the founder of Millieside Therapy & Coaching. Specializing in helping individuals stuck in cycles of stress, overwhelm, or anxiety—especially those frustrated by traditional therapies—Julie offers a unique, transformative approach. Her proven techniques empower clients to lower their stress, regain calm, build confidence, and take back control of their lives.

In this episode:

• Julie shares her journey from 35 years in the corporate world to becoming a hypnotherapist, inspired by her desire to help people break free from stress and overwhelm.
• She explains how stress affects our bodies and minds and emphasizes the importance of taking small, actionable steps to lower your stress.
• Julie talks about "coherent breathing," a simple technique of breathing in and out for six counts to quickly calm the mind and body.
• She highlights how stopping, pausing, or even dancing for a few minutes can reset your day, lower your stress and help you regain focus.
• Julie discusses the power of breaking tasks into bite-sized pieces, using techniques like the Pomodoro method to stay productive without overwhelm.
• She shares her belief in the importance of flow—finding joy and focus in your work—and knowing when to step back when it no longer feels right.
• She offers relatable insights into handling setbacks, reframing bad days, lower your stress and restarting with a fresh perspective whenever needed.
• She talks about her free quiz and calming audio – click here

Contacting Julie:

https://millieside.com

On Social

https://linktr.ee/milliesidetherapycoaching

Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/lower-your-stress-with-julie-fitzpatrick

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MJ Murray Vachon is an LCSW and business owner with more than 48,000 hours of therapy sessions and 31 years of teaching her Mental Wellness program, Inner Challenge in schools, community groups and Notre Dame Football.

In this episode:

• MJ shares how cell phones can increase stress and anxiety by overloading our brains with too much “feel-good” dopamine, similar to a sugar rush, leaving us feeling drained.
• MJ explains how overusing phones can mess with our natural ability to enjoy simpler pleasures, like a walk or time with friends, because we’re so used to the constant stimulation.
• She talks about a client who dramatically improved her mood and sleep just by reducing her phone time — proof that small changes make a big difference!
• MJ introduces the “ACCT” method for reducing phone use: Awareness, Creating phone-free zones, Curating what we look at, and Taking phones out of the bedroom.
• MJ recommends setting times when the phone is totally off-limits, like during family dinners or evening wind-downs.
• She encourages being mindful of what we consume on our phones — asking, “Is this life-giving or life-sucking?”
• She suggests using a traditional alarm clock so your phone doesn’t tempt you during the night; this can help avoid sleepless scrolling and improve rest.
• She mentioned going into the science of cell phones on a deeper level on her podcast – you can listen to it here: https://tinyurl.com/MJMVCalm

Contacting MJ

https://mjmurrayvachon.com/

On Social

https://www.facebook.com/mj.murrayvachon

https://www.instagram.com/vachonmjmurray/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-j-murray-vachon-lcsw-184252289/

Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/cell-phone-stress-with-mj-murray-vachon/

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Susan Lazar Hart, author of Breaking Free, transformational mindset coach, creator of the Congruent Living Method and The Congruent Living Academy.

In this episode:

• Susan shares her journey from being an artist to discovering a deep connection between body, mind, and spirit that changed her life.
• She explains how she found congruence by moving past society’s pressures to stay busy, feel guilty, or live for others' expectations.
• Susan talks about the small, practical steps you can take to honor yourself daily, from gratitude practices to simply putting on your running shoes.
• She emphasizes the power of baby steps, reminding us that transformation begins with simple, consistent actions.
• Susan encourages shifting mindset by asking empowering questions like, "What would I love to create with today?" and "What if it could be easy?"
• She shares a simple exercise that really goes deep into what is holding you back in what you want to do.
• Susan invites listeners to use her Transformation Toolkit as a guide to start breaking old cycles and discovering harmony in life. Click Here to get started https://susanselfcheck.com

Contacting Susan:

https://susanlazarhart.com/

On Social:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/SusanLazarHartCoaching

IG: https://www.instagram.com/susanlazarhartcoaching

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlazarhart/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SusanLazarHart

Blog: https://therelaxationlounge.info/breaking-free-say-yes-to-yourself-with-susan-lazar-hart/

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Trixi Menhardt is a mental fitness and leadership coach, with a deep business background in medical devices, healthcare IT and life sciences, leading large scale sales and technical projects internationally. Since 2012, as a Professional Certified Coach, she focuses on mental wellness, navigating uncertainty and bringing joy and success to both emerging and established leaders through corporate sponsored coaching.

In her private practice, Trixi’s focus are people who are high achieving parents of young adults who have not turned out the way they hoped for. Outwardly successful people are at a loss on how to connect with their young adult kids, Gen Zers who are making very different choices in life.

Trixi helps her clients become the parent they want to be, redefining their role from provider to mentor, building trust with their beloved child. And along the way, learn techniques to reign in their anxiety and open up a path for effective action.

Trixi is a PCC through the International Coaching Federation and a certified Mental Fitness coach through Positive Intelligence, founded by Shirzad Chamine.

In this episode:

• Trixi shares ways for high-achieving parents to connect with their young adult kids without judgment or pressure.
• Trixi explains how shifting from "provider" to "mentor/listener" can rebuild trust with adult children.
• She talks about letting go of guilt, understanding that most parents are doing their best.
• She normalizes parenting challenges, reminding listeners that not every family has it "all together."
• She encourages parents to set healthy boundaries with young adults while respecting their independence.
• Trixi reveals why self-care is essential for parents, especially when managing their own stress and anxiety.
• She inspires parents to use their leadership skills to mentor and support rather than control their kids’ paths.
• Trixi talks about her free saboteur discovery workshop – click here for more info

Contacting Trixi:

https://www.redpantscoaching.com/

On Social:

https://www.instagram.com/trixi.q3inlife/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/redpantsprincipal/

https://www.facebook.com/RedPantsCoaching

Blog: https://therelaxationlounge.info/relationships-with-your-adult-children-with-trixi-menhardt/

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