Inspiring Women Podcast Episode 87
Stress Is Not If, But When: How Women Can Build Resilience
Tired of feeling overwhelmed? This episode is your guide to navigating the stress that comes with juggling the many demands of life. From managing a demanding career to the pressures of caregiving, we’ll explore relatable insights and actionable advice. Learn to identify your core stressors, set healthy boundaries, and find encouragement to move forward, one small step at a time.
I know firsthand what it’s like to face relentless pressure and still try to keep everything afloat. In this episode, I share some of my own experiences, offering light-hearted moments and practical strategies that have helped me transform stress from an obstacle into a catalyst for growth. We’ll discuss the power of reframing negative self-talk, choosing progress over perfection, and prioritizing your well-being so you can show up as your best self for yourself and those you care about.
Betty’s Show Notes
Whether you’re aiming for progress over perfection or learning to say “no,” this episode is packed with relatable insights, inspiration, and encouragement to help you face stress head-on—and come out stronger.
This is a topic that touches all of us: stress. As women, we juggle countless demands—from our careers and caregiving roles to the pressure to be everything to everyone. I know firsthand what it’s like to navigate 60-hour work weeks during tax season, all while trying to keep everything else afloat. In this episode, I share some light-hearted moments, as well as practical strategies that have helped me manage the inevitable stress that comes my way.
I’ll talk about the importance of pinpointing your core stressors, setting healthy boundaries, and breaking big tasks into smaller, manageable pieces. I’ll also look at how reframing negative self-talk and choosing progress over perfection can make a world of difference.
More than anything, I want to encourage you—stress isn’t something we can avoid, but it is something we can learn to navigate and even use as a catalyst for growth. Let’s tackle stress together, so we can show up as our best selves for ourselves and those we care about.
Here are my 3 key takeaways:
Identify Your Core Stressors
Whether it’s caregiving, perfectionism, or over-commitment, recognizing what triggers your stress is the first essential step to managing it effectively.
Progress Over Perfection
Betty reminds us that striving for perfection often causes more harm than good; making progress—even if it isn’t perfect—is what really matters.
Set Boundaries & Prioritize
Audit your commitments, block time for yourself in permanent ink, and don’t be afraid to graciously say “no.” Protecting your priorities is critical for your well-being.
Inspiring Moments
00:00 Managing Stress During CPA Peak Season
04:53 Empowered by Modern Female Role Models
07:40 Managing Difficult Client Encounters
10:05 Efficient Email Management Strategies
13:27 Regular Reflection and Reevaluation
19:23 Perfectionism Causes Self-Induced Stress
20:49 Perfect Yet Stressful Celebration
25:20 Perfectionism’s Costly Consequences
28:45 Regularly Reflect and Adjust Commitments
30:11 Challenge Assumptions, Seek Reality
33:58 “Confronting Unavoidable Stress”
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Hosted by Betty Collins, CPA, and Director at Brady Ware. Betty also serves as the Committee Chair for Empowering Women, and Director of the Brady Ware Women’s Initiative. Each episode is presented by Brady Ware, committed to empowering women to go their distance in the workplace and at home. For more information, visit Brady Ware.
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