In this episode of Work in Progress, hosted by Joahanna Wickramaratne, we're joined by Tess Jewell-Larsen, a certified Stress and Burnout Coach, experienced yoga teacher, and Yoga Therapist in training. Tess specializes in coaching women professionals and entrepreneurs, helping them transition from exhaustion and overwhelm to a state of balance and thriving through a holistic and mindfulness approach. Tess empowers her clients to take small steps that lead to greater joy, balance, and optimism, all while maintaining productivity even in the face of life's challenges.  In a world where everyone seems to be in a perpetual rush, finding time for the crucial but often overlooked aspects of well-being, like mindfulness, can be a real challenge. Join Tess and Joahanna as they delve into the toxic traits that the demands of work or business can bring out in us, and how mindfulness practices can positively impact productivity. Tess emphasizes the power of mindfulness to help individuals step away from the negative cycles of stress, anxiety, and burnout, ultimately enabling them to filter out distractions and regain focus in their daily lives.  Tess reminds us that embarking on a journey away from burnout doesn't require giving up the things we love in life. She offers practical tools to help us find a balance between professional and personal life, helping us navigate the complexities of modern high-pressure environments while maintaining self-esteem and well-being.  If you're seeking a path to a more balanced, productive, and fulfilling work life, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover how mindfulness can revolutionize your approach to productivity and finding your most joyful self. Follow Tess’ work via https://tessjewelllarsen.coach/ or connect with her via social media at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tessjewelllarsencoaching/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tessjewelllarsencoaching  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessjewelllarsen/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TJewellLarsen   Produced by the Personal Productivity Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs.  Visit https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ to learn more about LMSL, and visit https://pp.lmsl.net/ for further information about Personal Productivity Science Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@productivitysciencelabs    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personal.productivity.science.labs   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/productivity.science.labs/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/personal-productivity-science-labs/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PPScienceLabs   Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@parenting.science.labs  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Parentingsciencelabs/    You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-in-progress-the-personal-productivity-science/id1648510051  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L7yQ04WzqSmOujb1Tv9zF  Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d496df8d-8897-4042-949c-2fbe9031e6c1/work-in-progress-the-personal-productivity-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-work-in-progress-the-perso-102862795/ Podbean: https://personalproductivityinsights.podbean.com/  PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402172  Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/work-in-progress-the-personal-4914174 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3BlcnNvbmFscHJvZHVjdGl2aXR5aW5zaWdodHMvZmVlZC54bWw