Welcome to the Stress-Less Podcast!
This beloved podcast will teach you how to stress a little less and grow a little more. Each week, you can expect a quick, quirky, and quiet conversation to bring you back to acceptance of yourself.
Dr. Chris Collins, your host, started this podcast in 2020 to help his community of listeners with stress during the pandemic. Now, we are rebranding and expecting a new launch in August of 2023.
Learn more about Dr. Chris Collins here: drchriscollins.com
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Welcome to the Stress-Less Podcast!
This beloved podcast will teach you how to stress a little less and grow a little more. Each week, you can expect a quick, quirky, and quiet conversation to bring you back to acceptance of yourself.
Dr. Chris Collins, your host, started this podcast in 2020 to help his community of listeners with stress during the pandemic. Now, we are rebranding and expecting a new launch in August of 2023.
Learn more about Dr. Chris Collins here: drchriscollins.com
Dr. Collins here! In this episode, I share my perspectives on why dark times and light times are both necessary for growth. I also share a new acronym I created for the new year using the word ASCEND. This is coming from a place of being rooted in what's important and kicks off our conversations about motivation and what changes you can make in your lifestyle for work-life balance.
This episode will focus on the power of giving— did you know even small acts of generosity can reduce stress, increase joy, and foster a sense of purpose. Understanding the depth of giving and receiving can lead to less stress and a greater sense of control and fulfillment.
In this episode, we will address how to find "light" in dark seasons. We’ll discuss how embracing small moments of light and self-care can shift your entire day and reduce stress.
In this episode, I share a few take aways I've been taking into the new season for my fall rituals for stressing less. Mindsets include preparing my energy for methodical rituals and considering the challenges I face in the fall can be meaningfully met with an intention of devotion.
In this episode, Dr. Chris Collins discusses how the expectations we set for ourselves about what defines work-life balance and "doing your best" might be hurting you. He suggests weekly minimums to stay consistent with the right habits over time.
In this episode, I discuss lessons I've learned from book writing and project achieving and parallel it to Robert Frost's poem, "The Mountain". You'll hear some updates on my projects as well as internal ponderings I have gathered from the stress of achieving.
In this episode, Dr. Chris Collins shares personally his reflections on moving projects forward through the inspiration of "cause". By aligning to cause, we can more intently devote ourselves to the "work" we give the world. He also discusses updates for the podcast and future expectations.
In this episode, Dr. Collins shares a personal story about his recent revelations on "being prepared". In all of our efforts to prepare ourselves, it's easy to lose sight of the purpose of it all. Preparation allows us to take on life with more confidence and less stress.
In this episode, Dr. Chris Collins discusses how the change in season from cold to warm can impact our bodies. We necessarily feel the need to shift our routines. We will find less stress in our daily life if we can learn to plan to do this ahead of time with intention.
In this episode, Dr. Collins discusses the relationship we have with the demands in our environment. He discusses 3 steps which will help you respond more predictably to demands and make better decisions.
In this episode, Dr. Chris Collins discusses the stressful nature of the holiday season. You will hear a few examples on how you can shift your perspective about the unpredictable nature of plans and how to be more "present" during this time.
"Mind over matter" isn't always easy or even possible. When this happens, using practices that allow you to touch base with your body can be helpful. In this episode, Dr. Collins shares how bodywork and acupuncture has helped him learn toconnect and get into his body.
In this episode, Dr. Collins discusses a less common suggestion for nervous system regulation - laughter! Yes, laughing, giggling, snickering and even when it's not polite can help you self-regulate and cope with the world. Listen to the whole episode for all the powerful nervous system benefits of laughter.
Nervous System Regulation is a brand new, fun topic that has been hitting the healthcare scene this year. Dr. Collins discusses the nuance in this term and sets the stage for more conversations on nervous system regulation, stress, and how to manage both.
This is the episode where Dr. Collins talks about bees after he got stung by a swarm of yellow jackets. He uses this example to talk about how you can make better decisions about you health.
Stress impacts everyone in 3 primary forms. In this episode, Dr. Collins breaks down each primary type of stress and how he recommends approaching each with simple lifestyle practices.
Nothing is new about stressful events being -- stressful, but is there a way we can reframe stress and use it for our good? Dr. Collins discusses how the negativity of stress can be reframed as a perspective for good.
Dr. Collins discusses the stress of not getting things done. He ties in how the whole process of procrastination, perfectionism, and pausing helps him make progress.
Welcome to the Stress-Less Podcast!
This beloved podcast will teach you how to stress a little less and grow a little more. Each week, you can expect a quick, quirky, and quiet conversation to bring you back to acceptance of yourself.
Dr. Chris Collins, your host, started this podcast in 2020 to help his community of listeners with stress during the pandemic. Now, we are rebranding and expecting a new launch in August of 2023.
Learn more about Dr. Chris Collins here: drchriscollins.com
