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In this episode of "The Agency Rocket Show," hosts Liz Hunt and Chelsea Poppens explore the emotional landscape of running a creative business. They share personal stories and strategies for coping with stress, including the importance of emotional support, faith, tough love from family, and self-care practices like exercise, journaling, and spending time with loved ones. They also discuss the value of giving back, grounding oneself in faith, and finding joy in simple pleasures. The conversation covers the benefits of travel for perspective, passion for work, and humorously touches on stress-induced physical symptoms. Their open dialogue offers insights into maintaining resilience and balance as entrepreneurs.
"Sometimes it's just a healthy reminder from yourself that when the present feels overwhelming, there's more to life."
"Reminding yourself, 'This is who I am, this is my identity,' is super powerful. It doesn't matter what happens in that meeting because you know that at the end of the day, this is who I am."
Emotional Support (00:00:00)
Discussion on emotional coping mechanisms for bad days and the softer side of business.
Personal Experiences (00:01:40)
Chelsea shares her personal experiences with coping mechanisms and her father's tough love approach.
Tough Love (00:02:28)
The impact of tough love on personal growth and overcoming challenges.
Family Dynamics (00:04:11)
The influence of family dynamics on coping mechanisms and love languages.
Stress Management (00:06:32)
Strategies for managing stress and maintaining a positive mindset.
Parenting and Coping (00:07:39)
The role of parenting and personal distractions in coping with stress.
Physical Coping Mechanisms (00:08:51)
The use of physical activities and tools like acupuncture pillows for stress relief.
Support Systems (00:10:39)
The importance of supportive partners and the role of humor in coping.
Hugging and Exercise (00:11:08)
The significance of hugging and exercise in stress reduction and mental well-being.
Health and Fitness (00:12:14)
The impact of fitness on mental and physical well-being, including personal experiences and insights.
Personal Experience (00:13:28)
The impact of clean eating and exercise on stress management and personal well-being.
Hanging out with Friends (00:14:09)
Relaxing and detaching from stress by spending time with friends, laughing, and having fun.
Journaling and Self-Reflection (00:16:14)
Using journaling to organize thoughts, redefine oneself, and find perspective and grounding in personal identity.
Giving Back (00:23:44)
Finding support and feeling better by helping others, making an impact outside of oneself, and giving gifts.
Lists and Organization (00:24:50)
Using lists as a coping mechanism, organizing thoughts, and managing life in an organized chaos.
Traveling and Remote Work (00:28:47)
Discusses the benefits of traveling and remote work for business owners and the importance of prioritizing personal time.
Embracing Discomfort and Growth (00:31:48)
Emphasizes the value of traveling for personal growth, embracing discomfort, and seeking new challenges.
Managing Stress and Coping Mechanisms (00:32:59)
Lighthearted discussion about stress management, including eye twitching, Botox, and humorous solutions.
The Joy of Shopping (00:34:44)
Exploring the therapeutic aspect of shopping, from browsing to making minor purchases, as a stress-relief activity.
Conclusion and Call-to-Action (00:35:54)
Summarizes the discussion on coping with stress and encourages engagement with the podcast through sharing and feedback.
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