Relentless Transitions Podcast

Being relentless certainly takes facing many changes. You are not alone if you have certain anxieties and fears when faced with change. Change pushes us out of our comfort zones and boy do we like to be comfortable. In this episode, we share our 6 most valuable tips for overcoming the fear of change. We hope they will help you to champion your next challenge.

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Our 6 C-H-A-N-G-E Tips

C - Control negative thoughts -

stop judging yourself harshly - don’t fixate on what will be lost by making the change - it will prevent you from seeing the good possibilities.

Learn to change your mindset to one that embraces positivity through meditation and practicing gratitude.

· Writing your negative thoughts down, creating an affirmation for each will help to quiet the inner noise.

H - Have confidence in yourself -

believe in yourself - love yourself - believe that you have the competence to handle change - find your anchor - the core of you will not change.

Learn to connect with an inner wisdom and strength that exists within all of us if you are willing to listen.

· This can be difficult when it has not been a norm or habit for you. Take baby steps by creating 5 daily affirmations that uplift you. You don’t have to believe them at first but consistently practicing them will produce tremendous positive results.

A - Allow yourself to freak out -

feel the fear - cry, shout, pout - whatever -

this will allow you to process the emotions associated with the change -

If you don’t process your emotions you’ll feel isolated from everything associated with the change - it helps you understand that what you are feeling is normal

· Scream, shout, BREAK something inexpensive if necessary. LOL Give yourself a set time frame to freak out and then get on with your plan.

N - Narrate your own story -

let go of perceived societal expectations - go with the flow.  Life doesn’t give you a manual.

· Living our true story creates freedom. Give yourself permission to reposition.

G - Go nuts -

Invite excitement in -

Get out of your rut. By doing something crazy (preferably that is not life threatening)

· Do something different. Treat yourself. Take you to the spa, enjoy a staycation, take you to the movies or the coffee shop and just sit, relax, release and be rejuvenated.

E - Evaluate what you are feeling -

sometimes the feelings of fear are a signal that something exciting is entering your world.

get clarity about why the change is necessary be clear on what issues you will own.

· TAKE AWAY- Give Yourself Permission to reposition.

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Hey you. We want you to know that you are NOT alone. We all experience some level of fear when faced with changes even at the most minute level. In this episode, we will discuss why we fear change and shed some light on a few ways to overcome it. We are so glad to have you on this journey with us to find triumph in business and our personal lives.

8 Reasons we fear change

1.  Change is risky. When your brain senses risk your defence mechanism kicks in.

2.  Uncertainty is more stressful than predictable negative outcomes. We’d rather face predictable negative outcomes than face uncertainty and risk that something good could happen.

3.  The unknown is scary. Change is all about moving into the unknown.  Fear causes unclear and irrational thinking and behavior.

4.  Your brain hates loss - especially when you have an emotional investment - you don’t want to lose all the time and effort that you’ve already exerted.

5.  Your brain wants a steady as she goes life.  Change challenges the info stored in your brain - trust is broken - any change that is inconsistent with your core beliefs will be scary and stressful

6.  We’re so afraid of what others will think we’re afraid to try.  Your brain convinces you that people will judge you and your decisions regarding the change you are making.

7.  Your brain may tell you stories.  You may fear that you won’t survive and thrive -  You become convinced that the lies your brain is telling you are truths.

8.  We equate change with mistakes.  If you're considering a change then everything you've been doing up to now must be a mistake - not true - another lie that your brain has concocted to protect you and keep you in your comfort zone.  

Take Away - Remember that your brain is trying to protect you from danger.  It perceives anything outside of your comfort zone as something it needs to fight or run away from.  

YOU ARE YOUR BEST ASSET. Any change that may increase your joy and allow you to live your BEST life is worth a chance. Embrace the change.

If you enjoy this episode, please Like, Share, and Subscribe. Most importantly, continue to be Relentless.

Thank you for continuing with us on this journey to living our best lives. Please Like, Comment, and Subscribe to our podcast and YouTube channel. We would love to have you as a part of the Relentless family.

New year, new goals. Oftentimes, we find that we have habits that just no longer serve us well. In this episode, we share habits that can help to create your BEST year yet. Everyone wants to live the best expression of themselves. Have some new goals, desires, and dreams? These habits will help you to get steps closer to achieving them.

Our top 8 tips for forming new habits.  

1.  Start by creating a vision board for 2022. Dream big. Be BOLD. Have CRAZY Faith especially when it comes to believing in you

2.  Remember – Avoid inviting frustration to your vision by being realistic and aim for things you know you can achieve and establish a plan that is doable.

3.  Use mini resolutions instead.

4.  Repetition and a trigger to act on the new habit are key.

5.  Reward yourself

6.  If you’re trying to break a bad habit – learn to practice the STOP–

S - Stop

T - Take a breath

O - Observe your behaviour, thoughts and emotions without judgment – what are they telling you – are you bored, stressed, angry etc

P - Proceed – make the best choice in the moment – walk away from the temptation and listen to music, stretch or move in a way that relieves tension, take a minute to observe your breathing etc.

7.  Make small changes to your environment that will support the formation of a new habit.

8.  Plan for slip ups and failures but forgive yourself

Take Away- A great way to make your next year your best year is to plan for it. We know that you can do it. We will do the same and we look forward to growing with you and celebrating all of our achievements this time next year!

Happy New Year! If you find this episode helpful, please Like, Share, and Subscribe.

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What we have been through during the pandemic has changed the way we get together and celebrate the holiday season. Whether you are spending the holiday season with your friends and family or celebrating many miles apart, feeling truly connected can be a challenge. In this episode, we share some AWESOME ways to feel the warmth of connection even if you are separated by a mile or two or many. Know that the meaning that your relationships hold is only limited by the circumstances of the pandemic and not defined by them. Continue to be Relentless. Happy Holidays!

Thank you for being on this journey to SUCCESS with us.  

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This is such a special time of year. In this episode, we share great gift ideas that are sure to create a smile and an unforgettable experience for your friends, coworkers, family, and yourself. We hope that you find these ideas a welcome addition to your gifting this season. These are AMAZING ways to gift from the heart instead of a box.

Thank you for being here to grow with us this past year. We look forward to continued Relentless activity in the new year. Happy Holidays!

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The holiday season for most people is a fun time of year filled with fellowship, parties, and celebrations. For so many others, it is a time filled with sadness, self-reflection, loneliness, and anxiety. Balancing what you really want to do and what you feel is expected of you can be a balancing act that can introduce stress and overwhelm. This episode is about how to navigate the many demands and your ultimate desires to create the BEST holiday for you. We share tips that will turn that your spirit and face into a true upside-down frown. Yes! A smile.

Celebrate in a way you are comfortable

Volunteer - Seeing the joy in the recipients faces will bring you joy.

Turn your grief into a celebration - celebrate and commemorate their lives.

Pace yourself

Be Graceful but don’t attend those family functions you hate

Sometimes less is more - Remember that Christmas doesn’t have to be full of trees, lights and presents. It can be whatever you want it to be. You don’t have to conform to the norms.

It’s ok to ask for help 

Keep Y-O-U front and center in your mind - take care of your physical health.

Manage your finances - listen our podcast on managing rising costs for some tips to help you maintain control of your finances.  

Create a Virtual Connection

TAKE AWAY- You can turn that holiday frown around by setting needed boundaries, taking care of yourself and celebrating in a way that refreshes you. Enjoy your holidays.

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Everyone everywhere is witnessing the impact of the decrease in the supply of, well just about everything and how it is impacting the prices of the things we all normally enjoy. Navigating this new normal that things are in short supply, showing a greatly increased price hike, or just not available can seem like walking through a minefield at times. In this episode, we discuss tools you can use to stay on top financially during this time. We encourage you to stay strong, hold on and continue to be RELENTLESS.

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Does your inner voice always have something negative to say? Do you often find yourself anxious, depressed, or stalled in your ability to achieve your goals, simply because of the words you say to yourself? You probably suffer as we have with , "Stinking Thinking, " It is time to drop-kick it, punt it, and kick it to the curb. In this episode, we explore ways to overcome that negative chatterbox. Let's triumph together.

What generates stinking thinking –

• natural brain process to keep you safe (flight or fight instinctsl
• lack of self confidence
• Fear of making a mistake

Controlling Stinking thinking -

Get to know your negative voice or chatterbox – name it, make friends with it – this helps you become aware of when it is influencing your thinking

The STOP method of controlling stinking thinking – once you are aware of your negative voice the next step is to develop some sort of stop mechanism – can be verbal (say STOP!) – can be more physical – snap an elastic around your wrist, get up and walk around, take some deep cleansing breaths

Recognize that these are just thoughts – not necessarily reality

Make friends with your negative emotions – if you are sad, be sad – you have a right to your feelings but also try to change your focus from the sad feelings by looking for something more positive to focus on – be sad while you do something that you enjoy – walking in nature, creating a great meal, being artistic or crafty – these activities will start creating feel good hormones to replace the feel bad hormones

Develop an attitude of gratitude

Volunteer

Talk to someone – be social – not endlessly scrolling FB or IG feeds – this won’t help – make direct contact with someone

Nurture yourself/ self care – take care of your physical needs – sleep/nutrition/hydration

Build your self confidence –

• Focus on values, strengths, wins, learning
• Envision success
• know how to be true about themselves and what is working well already.
• Realistically assess your strengths to develop a really motivating action plan
• Remember and relive your accomplishments – self affirmations
• Power poses
• Willing to take calculated risks – step out of you comfort zone – push the boundaries
• Aim for mastery or best you can - not perfection

(listen to our podcast about self confidence for a complete discussion on self confidence)

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Stress creeps into our emotional and physical lives.  It is not always easy to get away for a massage, spa treatment for relaxation, or even a vacation. In this episode, we discuss simple ways you can get rid of stress in 5 minutes or less. To find out how be sure to listen and share with a friend.

6 Easy Solutions to Bust Stress in 5 Minutes

1. Deep breathing exercise
2. Go outside for a few minutes
3. Take a break from your phone or social media
4. Make it hot - enjoy a relaxing warm beverage
5. Take a 5 minute mediation break
6. Bust a move or sooth your soul - listen to soothing music or a song that makes you want to move to release pent up energy

Our Key Take Away - 

We all face challenges from time to time. Be mindful of your life’s signals and be prepared to keep stress at bay in your life.

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It is so easy for us to lavishly sing the praises of others and share compliment after compliment with them. However, it is a struggle for us to receive praise or accept compliments for ourselves. Why is this? During this episode, we discuss a few answers to this simple but power-packed question. You are definitely worthy of praise. We think you are a Rock Star! Listen to this episode and find out how to receive your praise.

Why is it so difficult to accept praise?

Self esteem issues (you might think the person is lying)

Self image doesn’t line up with the compliments – there is dissonance between what you believe about yourself and what you hear

You’re uncomfortable with big expectations – low self worth – like to set the bar low – self doubt creeps in and you become afraid that you can’t live up to the expectations of the compliment – imposter syndrome

Women are conditioned to be likeable so accepting a compliment may feel like you are confident in your skills etc – you may believe that displaying your confidence is threatening other people

You want to be humble – accepting a compliment may feel like bragging

How to respond?

Resist the urge to belittle yourself

Downplaying the compliment may actually cause the other person to feel rejected.

Avoid a compliment battle

Share credit where credit is due

Express gratitude

A simple thank you

Remember to smile

It’s ok to admit that it was hard work and you appreciate that the person giving the compliment has recognized that.

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The season of thanksgiving is upon us.  In Canada we celebrated our Thanksgiving a few weeks ago and the US is going to be celebrating Thanksgiving in a few weeks.  And then the holiday season begins.  

This is a great time not only to enjoy fellowship with others but also to be thankful.  In this episode, we share with you our top 10 things we are thankful for.   It can be a crazy time of year but you can find peace by connecting to a sense of gratitude for people, places and things in your life.  We hope that you will be inspired to create your own list and tap into your joy.

Feel free to share your list of thankfulness via email or in the comments section of our you tube channel - Relentless Transitions.  

Thank you for continuing with us on this journey to living our best lives. Please Like, Comment, and Subscribe to our podcast and YouTube channel. We would love to have you as a part of the Relentless family.

With so much going on in the world today with the pandemic and never-ending changes to our ways of life, many of us are feeling to need for increased control, balance and peace. Meditation can deliver just that. In this episode, we discuss a few methods of meditation, how to begin developing your practice of meditation, and ways to implement it into your everyday life. Let's triumph together.

TAKE AWAY- Stop and smell the roses. Take time to pay attention to the way your body feels, noticing things like the sky, trees, tuning into all of your senses, all with curiosity and without judgment,

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One of the most common questions amongst busy entrepreneurs trying to balance business and home life is around the planning and scheduling process in order to get things done. As women in business, entrepreneurs, and YouTubers, we wear a lot of hats. And our ability to be productive has occasionally kicked us in the butt.  It has taken much time, trial, and error for us to finally adjust our schedules and adapt the methods we are going to share in this episode that helps us to be both effective and productive.  These productivity hacks are designed to help us to get more done without feeling completely overwhelmed. We hope they will help you too.

Our Episode Take Away - 

In business TIME is MONEY. Don’t let things and people steal yours

10 Productivity Tips

1. Use a calendar to set reminders for regular deadlines.
2. Don’t equate busy with ACCOMPLISHMENT or PRODUCTIVITY.  Get busy focusing on things that will move you toward your goals - don't chase your tail.
3. Don’t be afraid to tackle one as opposed to many things at once. Prioritize your activities.
4. Focus on things that are truly aligned with your business Mission and Purpose
5. Don’t be afraid to pause or let go of an activity in order to take control of or harness your runaway time.
6. Recognize that Pausing doesn’t mean letting go
7. Work to discipline your time management skills. Command your time. Don’t let your daily business activities be ambiguous. Discipline yourself
8. Be Mindful of TIME SNATCHERS- Don’t let things and people steal your time.
9. Put your time expectations and requirements on paper.
10. Don’t be afraid to outsource or get help with things that are unenjoyable and a waste of your time vs your value in your company.

Sometimes we can get so caught up in the everyday grind that we can become overwhelmed and fatigued. Our continuous efforts to climb higher, achieve more, get that promotion and achieve our goals can cause burnout and even cause you to lose your ambition. In this video, we share tips on how to boost your ambition and get more accomplished in life!

Our Key Take Away for this Episode - 

Fear sucks your ambition – embrace risk, set goals, create schedules – use some of the techniques we discussed to help you connect with success and laser focus your ambition

Top 9 Tips for kick starting your amibtion - 

1. Embrace risk (that is not dangerous to your health)
2. Avoid group thinking
3. Practice visualization
4. Control your negative chatterbox
5. Don’t fear failure – embrace learning and experimentation
6. Cease the moment - Don’t wait for perfection
7. Don’t quit/stay committed
8. Rest when you need to
9. Surround yourself with ambitious people

In a world so full of the constant demand for our attention, many of us have become experts at practicing distraction.  

We live in a society that trains us to multi-task and jump from one thing to another in an uncontrolled way. 

How in the world do we get focused enough to actually get things done? 

Thankfully, we become good at what we practice. Relentless FOCUS can be learned and become a great habit through practice. Putting into place activities that help to increase our concentration and focus is just what the doctor ordered for a distracted mind. In this episode, we share with you tips that help to create unwavering focus and the boundless benefits that are a result.

Our top 10 Focus Tips - 

1. Zero in on daily business targets.
2. Pay attention to your customers.
3. Address one task at a time.
4. Be present - avoid going down a rabbit hole tangent.
5. Do the things you have set out to do before you pursue a new thought.  Write it down and come back to it.
6. Master your ability to focus.
7. Put a 'do not disturb sign' into your vision and mind.
8. Prioritise tasks by importance and then difficulty.
9. Focus more on doing than planning.
10. Don't equate a smile, courtesy or being nice to a sale.  Only a sale is a sale.

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Have you ever wondered just what it would take to always get what you want out of your life and or business? Or dreamed of what it would be like to wake each day with expectation? 

In today's episode, we share with you some secrets we have learned about the technique of goal setting which has helped us to stay on target and be accountable for the promises we make to ourselves. We discuss the S M A R T method of goal setting.  

QUESTION? Are you a dog trying to FLY like an Eagle, or an Eagle trying to BARK like a dog? Both the dog and the eagle are great and the activities common but the goals are ill-fitted as selected.

What does this ALL mean?- When setting goals, it is important to be S.M.A.R.T.

S- Specific

 M- Measurable

A- Actionable

R- Realistic

T- Time Bound

TAKE AWAY- Take Action. Be willing to re-evaluate and make revisions as necessary for optimal goal success in your business but always stay SMART!

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In today's episode, we talk about a key strategy to making success an everyday part of your life. If you want to know more about how to create your winning formula for success, this episode is for you.

Goals are good for any area of you life and when you learn to set the in one area it becomes easier to set them in another area.

· Leads to better performance

· Gets you into the zone

· Keep you on your toes – pushing you to learn skills to help you reach your goals

· Increase your confidence, persistence, skills attainment

· Goals energize and motivate

· Direct to the task that you need to complete

· Keep you from following irrelevant work/tasks

· Help you identify and focus on what is really important

· If you don’t know what you want/need to accomplish you’ll never get what you want

· Progressive small goals help you achieve your ultimate big goal

· Progress towards your goals leads to a feeling of satisfaction/fulfillment and happiness

How to define goals?

Brainstorm – stream of consciousness about everything you want to achieve, create, do, experience.

Priortize the list you come up with and choose a few top goals for the next year.

Expand your top 1 year goals – why do you want to achieve them this year?

Evaluate the goals for SMART (another podcast)

Goals are defined – what’s next?

Visualize what it will take to accomplish them

Visualize what it will feel like once you’ve accomplished them

Sharing them with trusted people will help

Keep them visible

Review and assess them and your progress regularly

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Have you ever responded just a little too quickly to a question, an opportunity, or an unkind incident? Has your mind ever been so cluttered with ideas or issues that you found yourself unfocused and overwhelmed? If so, join us for this episode as we share tips and benefits of practicing the, "PAUSE." Shh, we are practicing being silent. Join us. 

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Silence can be beautiful. It can be just the thing you need to catapult you to meet your goals and dreams. In this episode, we share a few benefits of moving in silence, and we also share some simple tips on how to make silence a key strategy to success for you. 

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Being an entrepreneur has its challenges. Being a successful entrepreneur often requires great skill and tenacity. In this episode, we cover the top 15 characteristics we have found in most successful entrepreneurs. We hope that you find that you possess these characteristics and more. 

We would love to hear from you about any other characteristics or tips you have found to help with business success. 

HOT TOPIC! In this episode, we talk about how to Find, Communicate with and Dominate within your target market. So often, we have goals but they are too ambiguous to bring us the meaningful results we are really looking for. Today, we talk about how to define that elusive Bulls Eye and actually HIT it!

Self care is about more than bubble baths and healthy habits.  In this podcast we discuss the importance of financial self care to your overall well being.  

TOP 5 Financial Self Care Tips

1. Evaluate where you are financially- Not knowing can cause anxiety, fear and depression. Take inventory of current debt (Total amount due, monthly amount due) followed by total monthly income. Subtract debt from income and this will give you an idea of where you stand. Note: If you are in the positive, do you need to make changes. If you are in the negative, major changes will need to be made (home, car, extracurricular activities, private school, etc).

2. Give yourself permission to reposition- It’s ok to not follow the crowd in spending or presenting a picture that is financially false. Exit Strategies of grace.

3. Control what you can- Even if you have a mate who is not agreeable with debt reduction, control the part that you can.

4. Establish your plan. Determine your obstacles and ways to overcome them before you implement.

5. Allow yourself treats in your plan. There are 4 Ds to success. Desire, Decision, Dedication and Discipline.

The past year has been pretty hard for many of us, both mentally and physically. There are some simple things we need and can change.

In this episode we share tips that will help you to sleep better, get rid of stress, nourish your body and much more. We share some of our self care habits that can be easily incorporated into your daily routine.