Emotional & Mental Health
What can the Australian outback and a Dr. Seuss story teach us about perfectionism and anxiety?
Ever hear yourself saying “I’ll feel better once ‘this’ is over” or ‘this’ is done? Like, once your kid gets through this thing or your partner learns how to manage his anger or you lose that weight or you check off that last goal? That’s the trap of the arrival fallacy, and it keeps so many of us stuck in worry and self-criticism. For me, I find that it steals my present day happiness and calm. I’m always feeling like there’s something more to do or fix or change.
Well, listen to this episode as I share two powerful life lessons that were reinforced for me when I was on my Australian camper van adventure through the outback and Great Barrier Reef. With wisdom from Dr. Seuss’s Solla Sollew, I’ll share how perfectionism and anxiety sneak into our daily lives (and how to kick those joy stealers out!)
If you’ve ever felt weighed down by worry, waiting for “someday” to feel better, this conversation will help you see why life doesn’t need to be perfect to be meaningful—and how to experience more peace and joy today.
If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:
How To Worry Better: https://smbwell.com/how-to-worry-better/
Lovingly detached on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-your-life-show/id1434429161?i=1000642743348
Popcorn parenting on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-your-life-show/id1434429161?i=1000648160327
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Emotional & Mental Health
Ready to feel more alive in your life again?
Do you ever feel like you’re moving from one thing to the next without feeling what it’s like to be doing those things? Almost like you’re programmed from the outside, do this then do that? And then what, at the end of the day you’re like, okay bedtime. All to rinse and repeat the next day?
Been there, done that.
Many of us feel like we have one setting: GO! And no matter whether we’re on vacation or in a regular week, it’s go go go until all those things on our to do list and people in our lives are taken care of. Like we have a constant buzzing in the background.
Well guess what, that’s exhausting!!!! 😮💨 (not to mention has long term health hazards!).
I lived this way for years (and it seems to be my set point that I return to if I’m not careful), I research this stuff and this episode is for you. Short and to the point with something you can do TODAY that will actually make a difference. I double pinky promise you.
Listen in to Certified Life Coach Susie Pettit to see why those precious in-between moments are either fueling your burnout or becoming your secret weapon for joy.If you’re a high-achieving woman whose days feel like they’re flying by in a blur, this episode is your roadmap to reclaiming joy.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The shocking truth about what you’re really doing in your “downtime”
Why your brain fights against rest (and how to win)
The simple 3-step plan to reclaim your mini-moments
10+ ideas for 5-minute joy breaks that actually restore you
How to break free from the internal patriarchy keeping you exhausted
No more autopilot living. No more feeling like your life is happening without you. This isn’t about adding more to your plate, that’s the last thing us busy moms need! Rather, it’s about feeling more present in our days; like they’re not something to get through. I really want this for you!
Get the full show notes here👉🏾 https://SMBwell.com/364
If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:
How to Have More Fun on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-have-more-fun/id1434429161?i=1000663157732
How to Have More Fun on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Xk0zHuNjuGUHfoXuWJpHf?si=62789a703686470d
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Emotional & Mental Health
Feeling weighed down—but not sure why? It might be emotional weight.
In this episode, I share 10 emotional fitness habits to help you lighten your load and feel more in control. From simple routines to mindset shifts, learn what to do when life feels too heavy—and how to build lasting emotional strength.
Tune in to discover which “workout” you need most right now.
If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:
Triggered: How to Feel More In Control On Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/triggered-how-to-feel-more-in-control/id1434429161?i=1000677573325
Triggered: How to Feel More In Control On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7r0mltYCtWF0r61BWk3km0?si=74f1ebe62b6b4bb6
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Emotional & Mental Health
Sometimes no matter what we do, life throws us curve balls. Recently, I found myself back in the hospital (I had spent 13 days there last year) in a pretty scary situation. I felt a whole range of emotions, from fear to frustration to disappointment to overwhelm, and even some helplessness. 😣
Because of the years and years of training I’ve had to help others and of me having my own life coach, I was able to manage in what I consider a mentally healthy way.
Instead of spiraling into anxiety, fear and overwhelm, I leaned on three powerful life coaching tools to stay calm, process my emotions, and get through it with more ease. I come on this week (from the hospital, so please excuse the audio!) to highlight them for you so you can find ease when life goes upside down for you.
In this episode, I walk you through:
– The What If? CBT tool and how it shifts anxious thoughts
– The Zoom In, Zoom Out method to gain perspective
– Clean pain vs. dirty pain and why it matters
All of us face uncertainty and things that are out of our control (especially now 😬). These life coaching tools really work. Humaning can be hard yet learning these (and using them) are what I use when things go bad. Listen in to this episode of the Love Your Life Show to help you navigate life’s challenges with more peace and confidence. Learn how to take control of your mindset—even in the hardest moments.
Job loss, health diagnoses, teenage drama, marital problems, divorce, you name it, I’ve used these tools for it. 💙
If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:
What if on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/what-if/id1434429161?i=1000568069716
What if on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4X9aSg2YOSbgaxchBPE7vJ?si=4e5e85b2c49c41d6
Feel Better Fast on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/feel-better-fast-flip-it/id1434429161?i=1000598692640
Feel Better Fast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UuyHJ0O1C5RNDTrHjFeJb?si=f0ffc9db2e2e4b1e
Dirty Pain on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/dirty-pain/id1434429161?i=1000467951959
Dirty Pain on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lCyv2rAoeoL3yA7yRp7Iz?si=d6261d8c3c0d4087
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Emotional & Mental Health
Perimenopause & Menopause: What You Need to Know
Warriors! I am so excited to bring you this episode. Earlier this month, I went to a perimenopause and menopause training with top experts like Dr. Mary Clare Haver, Dr. Kelly Casperson, Dr. Louise Newson, and Dr. Vonda Wright. Two big things jumped out at me from the full day of training while surrounded by thousands of other women and I share them with you today.
We’ve been told a lot of things about menopause—most of them wrong. In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest myths (spoiler: high-intensity workouts aren’t the answer, low-fat diets aren’t helping, and wine isn’t a healthy food). Plus, I’ll share small, doable shifts that can make a huge difference in your energy, brain health, and long-term well-being. If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause—or just want to set yourself up for a strong, vibrant future—this one’s for you!
Listen in, and let’s get you feeling amazing at every stage of life. 💛
If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:
Strong Bones and A Sharp Mind: Simple Health Hacks for Midlife in Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-bones-and-a-sharp-mind-simple-health-hacks/id1434429161?i=1000664553531&l=ar
Strong Bones and A Sharp Mind: Simple Health Hacks for Midlife in Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gsJsU9y9SXaHM9Q1QX1et?si=436175f066c443df
GET YOUR FREE MENOPAUSE INFO SHEET HERE: https://smbwell.com/menopause
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Emotional & Mental Health
World events got you down?
OF COURSE!
Add to that all the things that we have going on in our lives: anxious kids, multiple responsibilities, needy parents (or spouses), etc…
Feeling drained and overwhelmed, even when you’re doing “all the right things”? It might not just be your busy schedule—it could be hidden energy drains in your daily life. In this episode of the Love Your Life Show, I’m breaking down how to identify what’s really zapping your energy and, more importantly, how to reclaim it.
Join me as we dive into the sneaky ways your environment, relationships, and commitments might be depleting you. I’ll walk you through a simple but powerful personal energy audit to help you pinpoint what’s draining you and how to make small, impactful changes.
It’s time to stop feeling exhausted and start feeling energized. Tune in to learn how to protect your energy and live a life that feels lighter, freer, and more in line with who you truly are. Let’s get started, Warriors!
If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:
Mental Clutter on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/mental-clutter/id1434429161?i=1000556378149
Mental Clutter on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Gg4QYECRLAkgpRw85Dsn5?si=bay0DqeAQwmoqrPs2xfdpA
To read more and peruse the full show notes, go here👉🏾 https://SMBwell.com/346
CONNECT WITH COACH SUSIE:
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