The Perfect Stress Podcast will be on hold for the near future.  I want to thank you so much for listening and supporting this podcast, and hope that it provided some value to you.  I hope to restart the podcast at some point once the MyStressAlarm app has good traction. Please follow https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress for updates on this podcast and  https://www.MyStressAlarm.com/ Podcast: http://perfectstress.com |  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1023751 PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress...

Vacations can be expensive, especially in an inflationary economy.  But your mental health is quite important too.  In this short episode I offer my two cents on how to maximize the benefits of vacation and keep stress in check between vacations. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the...

It's inevitable that at some point in our lives, personal and otherwise, we're going to need to partner with someone, and that could be a huge source of stress if you don't go about it right.  Check out this week's episode to get my two cents on the topic. *Please note that there will be no episode the week of June 20th so that I may recharge :) https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional...

There are a million and one excuses for putting off fixing an issue, not tackling it head on, but in almost every case, the benefits outweigh the short-term hassle…by a lot!  Acute stress vs chronic stress.  Tune in to get my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the...

Taking vacation is not counter productive, and helps working within your constraints so you can sustain a satisfactory  rate of progress on your goals.  Check out this week's episode  to get my two cents on the topic. *Please note that there will be no episode the week of May 30th so that I may recharge :) https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for...

Your past, including childhood, has an impact on where you are today, mentally, physically and otherwise.  Putting your life into context in the best way to gauge progress, not comparing yourself to others. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical...

Journaling is a great way to take back some sense of control over a difficult situation.  There's no one way to journal, but there is an art to it.  Check out my two cents on the subject. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical condition or disease....

When you feel trapped and not in control of your situation, this a recipe for chronic stress.  But there ARE things you can do to help give you a sense of control back and reduce stress.  Check out this week's episode for my two cents on the subject. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the...

Reflecting on 100 episodes and what I think is important for success.  Thank you for your support! https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical condition or disease. This podcast provides information only. Please consult a physician or nutritionist for...

The attitude — either do it right or not at all — sounds great.  Being fully committed.  But we have to be careful not to confuse one's commitment to change with the behavior change process itself, because the research is clear that small steps is the way to success.  Check out this episode if you've ever tried following recommendations by your healthcare professionals, health coaches, etc. but found it difficult even having been motivated. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress |...

Slowing down is easier said than done in the fast-paced post-modern world we live in today.  Tune in to get my take on the effectiveness of mindfulness on stress level and stress-related symptoms. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical condition or...

The fact that there are significant and growing public health issues is not simply a reflection of our state of health, but our state of mind in this fast-paced post-modern world we live in today.  Tune in to find out how monitoring your chronic stress is easy and effective at keeping your stress in check. Research study cited: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5449130/ https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast...

If you live with chronic stress, that's a weight on your mind that you carry around with you every day, and it could really wear you down.  Chronic stress monitoring is a vehicle to successful, sustainable behavior change that results in proactively lowering stress.   Check out this episode for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a...

Life is full of challenges and with challenges comes stress.  But does that then mean life has to be full of stress??  Tune in to this week's episode to hear ways of dealing with certain types of challenges to minimize stress. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or...

In times of uncertainty, it's that much more important to have a sense of normalcy and follow regular routines in order to stay in rhythm with nature.  Check out this episode for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical...

Striking that balance between caring for others and caring for yourself can get touchy in stressful times, especially if you have a so-called invisible illness.  Check out this episode for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a...

With everything going on in this complex post-modern hi-tech world we live in today, it's that much more important to keep stress in check and focused on your goals.  Check out this episode for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of...

Pursuing your life goals is demanding.  Over the years, you will need to create a sustainable routine that supports physical and cognitive wellness, of which good work-life balance is one important piece.  Tune in for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the...

To live by the Perfect Stress mindset requires the ability to rest effectively, which sometimes warrants more planning than just scheduling it in.  Tune in for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical condition or disease....

Education and nudging can't hurt when trying to make changes to your daily routine, but leveraging your intrinsic motivation is the key to success.  Check out this episode for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or mitigation of a medical...

It's debatable if technology actually makes life easier or not, but increasingly I'm thinking not.  And think again if you're saving money or time buying cheaper things.  Check out this episode for my two cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or...

Even your "small" decisions can have a bigger impact than you think on yourself and others by influencing future decisions.   Those decisions can also impact your stress  levels, health, performance and quality of life.  Check out this week's episode to hear my two cents on the topic. Research study cited >> https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2013/sleep https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not...

On the long and uncertain journey to achieving your ambitious life goals, there are some things I find helpful in managing stress and keeping spirits high along the way.  Check out this week's episode to get my 2 cents on the topic. https://www.facebook.com/PerfectStress | http://perfectstress.com PLEASE READ:  The Perfect Stress podcast does not provide medical or nutritional advice, nor is it a substitute for medical or nutritional advice, and is not intended for the prevention, cure or...

When it comes to motivation, I'm no Tony Robbins but I do know a thing or two.  You probably have an abundance of motivation already, but check out the episode and the links below for a little inspiration. Links to inspirational videos I...