In this episode, Leanna shares powerful strategies for working moms to manage holiday stress and overwhelm. Through the replay of her webinar, "How to Juggle Everything This Holiday Season Without Getting Knocked Out," Leanna emphasizes the importance of clarifying personal values and aligning them with seasonal priorities. She offers practical tools like conscious breathing, journaling to process emotions, and simple grounding exercises to ease anxiety.

Leanna also offers these additional resources:

Sign up for her free webinar, Unwrap the Gift of Presence this Holiday Season [https://www.coachleanna.com/], today, December 19, at 2:30 PM ET.

Explore The Executive Mom Reset, her 6-month coaching program that includes weekly coaching sessions and ongoing support to help executive moms improve work life balance, confidence, and fulfillment. Book a free consult now! [https://calendly.com/coachleanna/exploratory-session-with-leanna-laskey-mcgrath?month=2024-12]

How to Juggle Everything This Holiday Season Without Getting Knocked Out

In this inspiring episode, Leanna Laskey McGrath sits down with Katie Farinas, a soulful guide and creator of Mom on the Verge, to explore the transformative power of authenticity and embracing your unique perspective. Together, they discuss the challenges of silencing self-doubt, the importance of valuing diverse viewpoints, and how small, intentional steps can lead to a more fulfilling, authentic life. Katie offers wisdom on breaking free from societal expectations and learning to trust the intuitive callings of your heart. Whether you're feeling stuck in the daily grind or longing to bring more of your true self into your personal and professional life, this episode is full of practical advice and encouragement.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/72].

Connect with Katie on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/katiemomandyogi/], check out Katie's free journal prompts on discovering your dharma at momontheverge.org [https://momontheverge.org/], and join her podcast [https://pod.link/1698844006] for even more inspiration.

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

Vacuums Can’t Toast Bread: Embracing Your Unique Talents & Authentic Purpose - with Katie Farinas

Leanna is joined by licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist Lindsey Carnick to explore practical strategies for managing stress, navigating change, and embracing presence during the holiday season. In this dynamic conversation, they discuss reducing burnout, prioritizing self-care, and challenging the internal stories that shape our lives. The conversation delves into the cultural pressure to remain "always on," the importance of small, consistent efforts for well-being, and aligning responsibilities with personal values. With relatable insights and actionable advice, this episode offers a roadmap for finding balance and joy during one of the busiest times of the year for executive moms.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/71].

Connect with Lindsey here [https://onwardpsychservices.com/] and check out her practical tactical coping skills every Wednesday on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/onwardpsychservices/].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].



Struggling to juggle it all this holiday season? Join Leanna’s free webinars on December 10 and 19 at 2:30 PM EST for practical tips on managing holiday stress, unplugging from work, and staying present with your loved ones—register now at CoachLeanna.com [http://coachleanna.com/]!

Dec 10, 2:30 PM EST: Practical strategies for managing holiday tasks and stress.

Dec 19, 2:30 PM EST: Tips for unplugging from work and staying present with family.

Reducing Stress and Anxiety for a More Joyful Holiday Season - with Lindsey Carnick

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Leanna invites listeners to embrace gratitude and intentionality amidst the holiday hustle. She shares powerful strategies for managing stress, reframing expectations, and focusing on the moments that truly matter. Drawing on the metaphor of "choosing your lenses," Leanna encourages moms to step back, zoom out, and view their families and the day through love and gratitude. Whether you're hosting, visiting, or navigating holiday chaos, this episode offers practical tips to help you stay grounded and present so you can truly enjoy the day. Happy Thanksgiving!

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/70].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

 The Magic of Love and Gratitude: Showing Up Intentionally This Thanksgiving

*CONTENT WARNING: Domestic Violence*

Leanna is joined by Caitlin Roberts, a higher education professional and a survivor of domestic violence, who has made it her mission to raise awareness to hopefully prevent others from enduring similar trauma. Caitlin shares her harrowing experience of being attacked by her partner, which left her with 19 stab wounds and led to seven surgeries. She recounts the emotional and psychological abuse she endured in the years before the attack, as well as the challenges of her recovery. She also discusses the legal aftermath, including the plea deal and the ongoing post-conviction relief process. Caitlin emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs of abuse, setting healthy boundaries, and seeking help, and advocates for self-care and supporting friends who might be in abusive relationships.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/69].

Caitlin suggests the following domestic violence resources:

National Domestic Violence Hotline [https://www.thehotline.org/] 1-800-799-SAFE(7233)

One Love Foundation [https://www.joinonelove.org/]

Connect with Caitlin for speaking engagements at ForCollegeForLife [https://forcollegeforlife.com/caitlin/]

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

Resilience in Action: Raising Awareness to Save Lives After Surviving the Unthinkable

In this episode, Leanna speaks with Jennifer Atzenhoffer about her experiences navigating three very different maternity leaves. Jen reflects on the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned with each leave, from postpartum depression during her first, a career promotion to a management position during her second, and increased intentionality and family focus during her third. She shares the importance of creating transition plans at work, prioritizing mental and physical health, and simplifying life. Jen and Leanna discuss how leaders can support their managers and teams, including the importance of clear communication, consistent processes & re-onboarding support, and encouraging leaders to model taking the full leave available to them so their employees feel permission to do the same.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/68].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

Setting Moms Up for Success: Maternity Leave Insights for Leaders & Teams - with Jennifer Atzenhoffer

In today’s episode, Leanna addresses the heightened stress and anxiety following the U.S. election. She shares seven practical strategies for supporting ourselves, our families, and our teams, while navigating political differences. By focusing on self-care, open dialogue, curiosity, and a unified team vision, Leanna empowers leaders to create a supportive and productive environment, leading with confidence, compassion, and clarity in times of uncertainty and division.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/67].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

Navigating Election Week Anxiety & Team Morale: 7 Strategies for Leaders

Leanna sits down with Gen Z expert, podcaster, and author, Meghan Grace, to explore the mindset, values, and expectations Gen Z brings to today’s workplace. They delve into why Gen Z’s approach can sometimes be mistaken for entitlement, how their focus on work-life balance and well-being sets them apart from previous generations, and how their openness to side hustles and career flexibility redefines traditional job loyalty. Meghan provides insights into how managers can engage, mentor, and authentically connect with Gen Z team members who value transparency, personal growth, and a supportive workplace environment. Learn how organizations can adapt to attract and retain this dynamic generation while benefiting from their fresh perspectives.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/66].

Connect with Meghan here [https://www.meghanmgrace.com/].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

Gen Z in the Workplace: Who They Are, How to Lead Them, and What They Can Teach Us - with Meghan Grace

Leanna explores the common misperception that changing external circumstances alone creates lasting happiness and fulfillment. She emphasizes the necessity of addressing internal thoughts to create lasting change. Many people feel dissatisfied despite making major life changes, and this discussion highlights why that happens and how repetitive, often negative, thoughts shape our reality. Leanna offers practical tools to help identify and reframe these thoughts, providing guidance on how to intentionally create a more fulfilling career & life.

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/65].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

The Real Secret to Feeling in Control of Your Life

In this enlightening episode, Leanna is joined by Dr. Supatra Tovar, a practicing psychologist and registered dietitian dedicated to dismantling diet culture and fostering healthier relationships with food and body image. Dr. Tovar's journey from performing arts to health sciences has uniquely equipped her to merge psychology and nutrition, paving the way for her innovative approach to healing disordered eating and eating disorders. She emphasizes the importance of deprogramming from the harmful elements of diet culture, and offers actionable strategies for reclaiming autonomy over food and body. By fostering mindfulness and an abundance mindset, she shows how we can take a sustainable path to wellness, cultivating joy and replacing restrictive habits with nourishing practices to reconnect with and heal our bodies.

Dr. Tovar is offering free resources at ANEW-insight.com [http://anew-insight.com/], including the Mindfulness Cookbook for Busy People and a 30-day mindful eating journal, to help get you started on your journey toward mindfulness. You can also learn more about her course, Deprogram Diet Culture here [https://www.anew-insight.com/course].

Connect with Dr. Tovar here [https://drsupatratovar.com/].

You can also purchase her book, Deprogram Diet Culture: Rethink Your Relationship With Food, Heal Your Mind, and Live a Diet-Free Life, on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D4KRMM2D?ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_TP81CM58M3BJ774A97KZ&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_TP81CM58M3BJ774A97KZ&social_share=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_TP81CM58M3BJ774A97KZ&skipTwisterOG=2]!

Full transcript available here [https://podcast.coachleanna.com/64].

Connect with Leanna here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannalaskey/].

Leanna is offering Coaching for Charity sessions, which are an effort to support the communities that were devastated by Hurricane Helene. You choose the amount to donate to the Red Cross or a local organization providing aid, provide proof of payment, and she’ll provide the coaching! Let's help support these folks who need our help right now. Schedule now [https://calendly.com/coachleanna/coaching-for-charity?month=2024-10]!

Deprogramming Diet Culture & Reclaiming Our Intuition - with Dr. Supatra Tovar

The Executive Coach for Moms podcast supports women who are attempting to find balance and joy while simultaneously leading people at work and at home.

Hosted by Leanna Laskey McGrath, former tech exec turned full time mom, recovering perfectionist and workaholic, and certified executive coach.

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