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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your busy life? Are you concerned about your health and stress levels? Do you want to find ways to manage and reduce stress, not just for yourself but for the sake of your loved ones as well? If so, you are in the right place! Calm Your Daily Stress Podcast – Stress Relief for the Busy Woman is a podcast dedicated entirely to YOU – the ambitious woman seeking to find balance amidst chaos. Enjoy deep-dive interviews with incredible guests as they ...
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Creating Midlife Calm: Coping Skills for Stress & Anxiety in Family, Work & Relationships
MJ Murray Vachon LCSW
Forget the midlife crisis—how about creating midlife calm? The stress and anxiety of this life stage can be overwhelming, draining your energy, and making it hard to enjoy what should be the best years of your life. This podcast is your guide to easing midlife anxiety and discovering a deeper sense of calm. Discover how to: - Be happier, more present, and more effective at home and work. - Transform stress and anxiety into powerful tools that ignite your inner energy, helping you gain clarit ...
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Are the holidays bringing more heartache than joy this year? Discover practical ways to honor your grief and find moments of calm amidst your pain. Holidays can be emotionally overwhelming, especially if you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or supporting someone through terminal illness. In this episode you’ll discover: 1. How to tune into your …
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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 w…
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Ep. 112 3 Practical Coping Skills to Decrease Anxiety & Navigate Toxic Family Dynamics During the Holidays
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Do you struggle to stay safe while spending time with toxic family members this holiday season? The holiday season often brings families together, but for those with toxic relationship patterns in their family, it can also bring tension, conflict, and emotional strain. In this episode you’ll discover: 1. How to identify toxic behaviors and distingu…
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Do family gatherings sometimes leave you feeling hurt or upset? Wondering how to keep the holidays joyful while handling tricky dynamics? The holiday season often brings people together, but it can also resurface old family dynamics and lead to hurtful interactions. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. The key difference between hurtful and toxic b…
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Are you someone who loves shopping but struggles with anxiety, especially during the holidays? What if you could turn shopping into “shopitation”, a mindfulness practice that actually helps decrease your anxiety and increase your calm? . In this episode you’ll discover: 1. The definition and science behind “shopitation” and why shopping calms your …
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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 h…
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Is holiday shopping making you anxious and overwhelmed? Dive into this episode to discover how to replace shopping stress with peace and calm. Shopping anxiety is a common challenge during the holiday season, stemming from tight budgets, perfectionism, or sensory overload in busy stores. In this episode, you’ll discover 1. How to manage shopping st…
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Are you worried that post election-related anxiety might cast a shadow over your holiday celebrations? In this episode you’ll learn how to: 1. Use the science of emotional contagion to avoid spreading or absorbing anxiety during gatherings. 2. Set boundaries with grace, including one-liners and humor, to steer conversations away from divisive topic…
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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 outs…
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Does the aftermath of the election leave you feeling stuck in a cycle of worry and dread--especially as you head into the holiday? You're not alone. In this episode you will learn how the uncertainties of our current political climate trigger anticipatory anxiety—a mental loop of fear about the future—as well as practical strategies to regain contr…
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How can a quick and easy four-minute meditation help you truly enjoy the holiday season? (Even if you hate to meditate?) You've stuffed the turkey, cleaned the house, now prepare your mind for the day. Take four minutes to do for your mind what you have done for the holiday. Why shouldn't you enjoy this day! In this episode you’ll: 1. Learn a simpl…
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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 …
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What if, instead of battling social anxiety, you could approach it with kindness this holiday season? With holiday gatherings right around the corner, social anxiety can feel especially overwhelming. This episode tackles how to face these events with practical strategies that make social interactions feel less intimidating and more manageable, offe…
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Are you tired of feeling drained and overwhelmed by holiday preparations? In this episode of Creating Midlife Calm, MJ Murray Vachon, a licensed clinical social worker, reveals a powerful approach to designing a holiday season that centers around peace, gratitude, and genuine enjoyment. MJ shares her tried-and-true method for letting go of the pres…
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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, transform…
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Are you tired of feeling stressed and overwhelmed by holiday planning and want a Thanksgiving that leaves you feeling calm, happy, and truly grateful? Are your holidays more of a burden than a joy. With endless lists and expectations, it’s easy to lose sight of why you celebrate in the first place. This episode dives into three simple “ingredients”…
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Ep. 102 Holiday Calm: 2 Coping Skills To Increase Calm & Joy Admist Family Estrangement in Midlife.
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Feeling the sting of family estrangement this holiday season? Let's find ways to bring you calm and ease that pain. In this episode, you'll discover: 1. How reflecting on your role in the estrangement can empower you to heal. 2. The transformative power of compassion for your loved one's struggles and your own pain. 3. Practical tips to reclaim pea…
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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” dopa…
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Ep. 101 Understanding Midlife Family Estrangement As A Coping Skill to Increase Calm During the Holiday Season
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Family estrangement can feel overwhelming, especially around the holiday season when family gatherings highlight painful separations. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. The prevalence of family estrangement and why it’s more common than you might think. 2. Key causes that drive family members apart, from generational value clashes to lifestyle diffe…
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Ep.100 Coping Skills To Transform Your Shoulds in Midlife To Increase Calm When Others Get Mad
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In this episode, you'll discover what to do when others aren't happy about you transforming your "shoulds." When you're shifting priorities, people may resist or push back, creating a unique tension. I'll walk you through a helpful mindset shift to stay true to your decisions and maintain connections with those affected by your choices. In this epi…
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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…
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Feeling burdened by expectations? In this episode of Creating Midlife Calm, MJ Murray Vachon LCSW, dives into how the "shoulds" in your life can impact your spirit, both positively and negatively. Using her simple S.O.S. process, you'll discover how to turn oppressive shoulds into empowering coulds, helping you feel more connected to your inner cal…
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Ep. 98 How Changing One Thought Can Decrease Your Anxiety & Increase Your Coping Skills Creating Midlife Calm!
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Are you often overwhelmed by the thought, “This should not be happening”? You’re not alone. This mindset can fuel anxiety and a sense of being out of control, leaving you feeling miserable. By the end of this episode, you’ll gain a new perspective on your thoughts and learn practical strategies to cultivate calm amidst life’s challenges. In this ep…
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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 eme…
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Ep. 97 2 Coping Skills To Decrease Your Anxiety When You Feel Out of Control So You Can Think Clearly In Midlife
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Feel like you’re losing control? Learn the secret to managing out-of-control moments and think more clearly. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. How to identify when you’re feeling out of control before emotions take over. 2. Effective strategies to tame anxiety and create mental clarity. 3. The secret to controlling how you respond when life feels c…
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Want your election anxiety to decrease? Try carving a 🎃 pumpkin or sorting your socks. In this episode, we follow up on Monday’s Inner Challenge, where we discussed how to manage election anxiety. Today, MJ introduces the Daily Boost, a simple but powerful strategy to lower your stress and boost your mood during these intense times. In this episode…
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Fred Schiffer is a sought after speaker, best-selling author, psychiatrist and part-time assistant professor at Harvard, he is on a mission to help people understand their anxiety, addiction and trauma and to offer them a proven method to improve their wellbeing. In this episode: Fred shares how dual brain psychology can reveal two sides of your br…
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Is the election what's scaring you the most during this Halloween Season? Are you feeling stressed about the election? Do you find yourself doomscrolling or anxiously discussing it with friends? If so, you're not alone—73% of Americans feel anxious about elections. In this episode, you'll discover: 1. What election anxiety is and why it affects so …
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Ep.94 5 Easy Strategies To Stop Nighttime Eating Tonight To Improve Your Sleep & Decrease Your Anxiety!
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Are late-night cravings keeping you from a good night’s sleep and sabotaging your health goals? If you’ve been struggling with unwanted snacking before bed or find yourself reaching for food after dinner, you’re not alone. Nighttime eating can disrupt your sleep, lead to weight gain, and impact your overall well-being, but it doesn’t have to contro…
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Sue Willoughby, founder of Willoughby Coaching, where she helps women over 40 break through personal barriers using the transformative power of Equus Coaching. Through deep, non-verbal connections with horses, Sue helps clients gain insight into their communication and leadership styles. Raised by a single alcoholic parent, Sue learned resilience e…
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Struggling to get a good night's sleep, or is staying asleep becoming an impossible task? What if five simple, science-backed hacks could change that for you tonight? This episode dives deep into why quality sleep is essential for your health and mental well-being. If you're feeling the effects of sleep deprivation—exhaustion, irritability, and tro…
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Ep. 101 Understanding Midlife Family Estrangement As A Coping Skill to Increase Calm During the Holiday Season
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Feeling the sting of family estrangement this holiday season? Let's find ways to bring you calm and ease that pain. In this episode, you'll discover: 1. How reflecting on your role in the estrangement can empower you to heal. 2. The transformative power of compassion for your loved one's struggles and your own pain. 3. Practical tips to reclaim pea…
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Do you believe your mind is naturally peaceful, or are you convinced it’s always meant to be stressed and busy? What if you could tap into your mind’s natural state of calm and happiness? In this episode of Creating Midlife Calm, MJ dives into the truth about our mind's natural state. If you often feel overwhelmed by stress or anxiety and are searc…
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Jillian Acosta is a registered dietitian specializing in functional medicine and the psychology of eating. She owns The Root Cause Method, a nutrition practice where she helps clients achieve health through unconventional methods. Jillian believes many chronic illnesses, often worsened by excess weight, stem from trauma. She collaborates with physi…
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Feeling overwhelmed by the fast pace of life? What if you could slow down and instantly create calm, joy, and gratitude in just a few minutes? In this episode, MJ Murray Vachon, LCSW, reveals two simple mindfulness practices—"Notice on the Outside" and "Notice on the Inside"—that act as mental workouts for your mind. Just as we strengthen our bodie…
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Do you find yourself constantly overthinking and dreading your job? What if you could use your whole brain to increase your happiness and calm—even in a work environment you hate? If your job brings on negative thoughts, whether it's due to conflicts with coworkers, lack of direction, or just overall dissatisfaction, you’re not alone. In this episo…
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Carole Murko is the master of change. Her path from Wall Street Analyst, to NPR and PBS Cooking host, and now to a mindset expert, and health and self-mastery coach is what drives her passion to help others make changes in their own lives and enable them to master their own thoughts and become the best version of themselves. In this episode: Carole…
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Do you struggle to turn off work mode and find it hard to be fully present with your loved ones at home? In today's fast-paced world, many people find it challenging to leave work at the office, leading to stress and difficulty being present at home. This episode tackles a common issue: how to disengage from work so you can enjoy a more peaceful an…
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Ep.88 Effective Strategies to Decrease Resistance When Household Members Don't Want to Equitably Share Chores!
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Are you tired of feeling like household chores aren't fairly divided, leading to tension and frustration at home? Following up on Episode 87 Instantly Reduce Household Stress and Create Calm with THIS Surprising Chore-Sharing Game!", this episode tackles the resistance around dividing household tasks equitably. In this episode, we will discuss stra…
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Julia Blackwell is a fascia release practitioner, educator, and creator of The Fascia Remedy. She has captivated a community of thousands with her unique bodywork, her fresh take on foam rolling, and her approach to discovering the root source of their pain. Her unique combination of fascia release, postural alignment, and mindset magic has earned …
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Ep. 87 Instantly Reduce Household Stress and Create Calm with THIS Surprising Chore-Sharing Game!
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Are household chores turning into a battleground at your home? Discover the fun and effective game that could bring peace to your chore wars!" In this episode of Creating Midlife Calm, we dive into the common struggle of uneven chore distribution in households. If you're tired of feeling frustrated while doing the lion's share of housework or find …
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Ep. 86 Understanding the 4 Causes of Overthinking To Reduce Your Anxiety & Increase Calm Do you find yourself trapped in overthinking, draining your energy, disrupting your mental clarity, and leaving you anxious? Overthinking affects many of us, especially when faced with stress or uncertainty. In this episode, MJ Murray Vachon, LCSW, explains the…
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Ep. 85 5 Easy & Effective Steps to Stop Over Thinking, Now! Do you ever feel trapped in a never-ending cycle of worry and anxiety, unable to shut off your mind?" Overthinking is an issue many of us face, especially during times of stress or uncertainty. It can rob us of peace, ruin our sleep, and harm our relationships. In this episode, MJ Murray V…
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Ep. 84 3 Effective Strategies to Overcome Family Disagreements when Navigating Your Child'sMental, Social, Intellectual and Physical Differences
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Ep. 84 3 Effective Strategies to Overcome Family Disagreements when Navigating Your Child's Mental, Social, Intellectual and Physical Differences Do family disagreements over your child's needs feel overwhelming? When you're not aligned with your co-parent or child on how to handle mental, social, learning, or physical differences, finding peace ca…
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Ep. 83 Mastering the Seven-Stage Path: Reducing Anxiety and Boosting Strategies for Families Navigating a Child's Physical, Mental, Learning, or Social Challenges.
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Ep. 83 Mastering the Seven-Stage Path: Reducing Anxiety and Boosting Strategies for Families Navigating a Child's Physical, Mental, Learning, or Social Challenges What happens when your child’s development takes an unexpected turn, and you suddenly realize their path is different from what you imagined? Raising a child with physical, mental, learni…
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Tonya Kay Herb, CEO of Outspoken She a transformative life coach and keynote speaker. Tonya is on a mission to help high-achieving women break free from the chains of overthinking and perfectionism. Tonya shares how she started her journey by feeling there had to be "more out there" and finding her passion through helping others overcome limiting b…
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Are you a couch potato? A Sofa Spud? Does your critical voice constantly call you lazy? Do you plan on working out but don’t follow through? Someone looking to stop the weight gain as you juggle all the demands of midlife which leave little time for the gym? This is the episode for you!!!! We all know the stats: working out is essential for the wel…
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Rachel Sanders is a founder, innovator, and health and wellness expert committed to helping women 30+ achieve vibrant health with simple, practical advice. She is the CEO and co-founder of Rootine, a modern wellness brand offering science-backed supplements and at-home lab testing. She is also a podcast host, investor, and digital creator on social…
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Emergency Episode Ep. 81 School Anxiety: Three Coping Skills Parents and Kids Can Use Right Now!
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It's August and you may be one of those parents sending an anxious child off to school, college, trade school, or the world of full time work. Yep, it's animal house right under your own roof. If it feels a little crazy, I'm here to bring you a bit of calm. In this episode, you'll learn: The practical science of why your child's anxiety is contagio…
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Denise Eckert, the host of Calm Your Daily Stress podcast shares her 5 Simple Steps to Reduce Your Daily Stress which can be downloaded here: https://therelaxationlounge.info/5-steps-to-reduce-your-stress-now/ In this episode: Denise shares five simple steps to reduce daily stress, emphasizing the power of pausing to prevent mistakes and frustratio…
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