Shows
Stop Overthinking87. Three Essentials to a Thriving Marriage with Kameran Thompson Al-AreqiLet's talk about the essential elements that contribute to a thriving marriage or long term partnership.
Kristen and Relationship Coach Kam discuss the importance of trust, commitment, and friendship, as well as the role of empathy and communication in resolving conflicts.
Kameran shares her journey into relationship coaching, the science behind the Gottman method, and practical advice for couples looking to strengthen their relationships to foster emotional intimacy and connection.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kameron Thompson Alarique
04:28 Building a Strong Foundation: Commitment, Trust, and Friendship
07:31...2024-12-1941 min
Stop Overthinking86. Stepping into Self-Love with Angela M. SmithAngela Smith, a New Zealand author, discusses her journey of writing books on self-love and mindset. She emphasizes the importance of self-love and compassion, and provides practical tips for changing negative self-talk. Angela & Kristen also discuss believable affirmations and the impact of our words on our lives.
Takeaways:
Self-love is about being kind to yourself and accepting all of who you are.
Affirmations can be powerful tools for changing negative self-talk, but it's important to choose affirmations that feel believable and in alignment with how you want to feel.
2024-12-1236 min
Stop Overthinking85. Stop Overthinking with the Powerback Process with LauraAuraStop Overthinking and get your power back! Learn about the Powerback process which helps individuals shift their thoughts and break cycles of overthinking. Coach and speaker, LauraAura's process involves awareness, unpacking, reframing, and aligned action. (AURA)
Takeaways:
Being 'gutsy' means giving yourself permission to be who you are and do the things you want to do, without seeking validation from others.
People-pleasing is often rooted in a fear of rejection and a desire for validation. It can be a manipulative behavior that creates unspoken expectations.
The Powerback process, which involves awareness, unpacking, reframing...2024-12-0536 min
Stop Overthinking84. Navigating Holiday Expectations for Peace of MindIn this solo episode Kristen discusses the challenges that overthinkers, people pleasers, and perfectionists face during the holiday season.
She emphasizes the importance of managing expectations, recognizing the invisible load of holiday planning, and being intentional about how to approach family gatherings and gift-giving. Press play to hear how to reflect on expectations and to create a meaningful holiday experience that aligns with reality, rather than ideals or succumbing to societal pressures.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Holiday Expectations
07:07 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Family Gatherings
14:21 Redefining Holiday Traditions and...2024-11-2123 min
Change Your Mind with Kris AshleyThe Power of No: A Guide to Values-Based Decisions and Healthy Boundaries with Kristen OdegaardThe Power of No: A Guide to Values-Based Decisions and Healthy Boundaries with Kristen OdegaardPlease subscribe to my channel and turn on notifications to get more videos like this :)Sponsor The Podcast: https://www.krisashley.net/blog/sponsor-the-change-your-mind-podcastTake The Change Your Mind To Change Your Reality Master Course: https://www.krisashley.net/coursesBuy My Book: https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Mind-Reality-Relationships/dp/1738641600/ref=sr_1_1Register For a FREE Live Masterclass: https://www.changeyourmindtochangeyourreality.com/webinar-registrationGet a FREE download to break free from unhappiness and...2024-11-1955 min
Stop Overthinking83. The Journey from Headspace to Heartspace with Christine SamuelAs an overthinker you likely know living in the headspace can lead to rigidity and a lack of connection.
In this episode Kristen engages in a deep conversation with inner work coach Christine Samuel about the journey from headspace to heartspace.
They explore the impact of fear on personal growth, the importance of self-acceptance, and the transformative power of love and listening. Christine shares her insights on how to navigate uncertainty and embrace the journey of self-discovery, emphasizing that fear is a normal part of being human and that true security comes from within.
2024-11-1439 min
Stop Overthinking82. Navigating Frustration: Insights and StrategiesFrustration often stems from unmet expectations.
In this solo episode Kristen explores the theme of frustration, particularly how unmet expectations can lead to feelings of anger and resentment. She shares personal anecdotes and 5 practical steps to help listeners reframe their thoughts and manage their emotional responses.
Takeaways:
Frustration often stems from unmet expectations.
Understanding the story you tell yourself is crucial.
Pausing before reacting can prevent escalation.
Seeing things from another's perspective fosters empathy.
Deciding if a situation needs to be addressed...2024-11-0724 min
Stop Overthinking81. Steps Towards Your Career Goals with Mary JeffriesKristen and career coach, Mary Jeffries, discusses how she helps clients gain clarity and get unstuck in their careers. She emphasizes the importance of clarity in resolving career issues and offers guidance on job searching, promotions, and career transitions.
Mary also addresses the fear of making changes and provides strategies for building confidence. She highlights the need to tell a compelling story about career transitions and advises taking small steps towards career goals.
Takeaways:
Clarity is essential in resolving career issues and feeling fulfilled in your work.
Job...2024-10-3130 min
Stop Overthinking80. Who Not How with Stephanie RossThe concept of 'who, not how' emphasizes the importance of finding the right people to help you achieve your goals instead of trying to do everything yourself.
Stephanie Ross, an entrepreneur and business mentor, and Kristen discuss the concept of 'who, not how.' The idea comes from the book 'Who Not How' by Dan Sullivan and emphasizes the importance of finding the right people to help you achieve your goals instead spinning in indecisions or trying to do everything yourself.
This concept applies not only to business but also to personal life, and can be...2024-10-2431 min
Stop Overthinking79. Finding Freedom Through Intuitive Eating with Leah HortinLet talk about: freedom from diets, unlearning decades of conditioning, health at every size and learning to trust your body.
In this episode Leah Horton, a certified intuitive eating counselor and master health and life coach, shares her journey from struggling with body image and dieting to finding freedom through intuitive eating.
She explains that intuitive eating is about unlearning diet culture and rebuilding trust in our bodies. Leah & Kristen discuss the concept of fat phobia in society and the importance of mindset work and values exploration in the intuitive eating process.
Takeaways:
Intuitive...2024-10-1737 min
Stop Overthinking78. Assuming the Best in OthersHave you been frustrated by others who don't seem to be trying hard enough? Or that they could/should be doing better than they are? Then this episode is for you!
In this solo episode, Kristen discusses the concept of generous assumptions, inspired by Dr. Brene Brown's research on positive intent.
She explores how our perceptions of others can be influenced by our own judgments and assumptions, and emphasizes the importance of extending kindness and compassion to others. The conversation delves into the challenges of believing that others are doing their best, the role of...2024-10-1019 min
Stop Overthinking77. Mindset Mastery: Thoughts Are Not FactsJust because you think it doesn't mean that it's true. 🤯
In this solo episode, Kristen revisits the foundational concept that thoughts are not facts, a topic that has significantly impacted her life and coaching practice. She explores how our thoughts shape our reality, the importance of separating facts from interpretations, and the power of mindset in personal growth.
Takeaways:
Thoughts are not facts; they are our own interpretations.
Recognizing that thoughts can be subjective is crucial.
We have tens of thousands of thoughts daily, many subconscious.
Our thoughts generate feelings, which influence our actions.
Separating facts fro...2024-10-0321 min
Stop Overthinking76. Slowing Down for High Achievers with Katy MurrayKristen and guest Katy Murray discuss the importance of slowing down for high achievers including the need to set boundaries, delegate tasks, and create systems to avoid burnout.
Katy emphasizes the importance of being intentional with time and scheduling downtime. They also talk about the value of giving oneself grace and not being too hard on oneself when mistakes happen.
Overall, the episode provides practical strategies for high achievers to slow down and find balance.
Slowing down is important for high achievers to avoid burnout and find balance.
Setting boundaries and delegating tasks can...2024-09-2638 min
The Marriage & Motherhood PodcastEp. 136 - Living Aligned with Your Core Values with Kristen OdegaardLet us know how you enjoyed this episode!Does life feel like you've been riding the struggle bus and you just don't know when it'll be your turn to get off of it?When life feels hard, it might mean that you are not living in alignment with yourself and a great way to figure that out is to identify what your core values are!In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood podcast, I am joined by Kristen Odegaard about the significance of understanding and living by your core values....2024-09-2445 min
Stop Overthinking75. Navigating Perfectionism with Christina Wong, Personal Growth CoachIn this episode: the impact of perfectionism on relationships and the importance of self-compassion and self-esteem.
Takeaways:
Perfectionism can lead to patterns of people-pleasing and seeking validation from others, which can create tension and disconnection in relationships.
Developing self-compassion and self-esteem is essential for personal growth and building healthy relationships.
Identifying and living in alignment with core values can provide a compass for decision-making and bring a sense of peace and authenticity.
Practicing nervous system regulation techniques, such as deep breathing and cold water exposure, can...2024-09-1933 min
Stop Overthinking74. Autumn: Letting Go & Embracing ChangeYou've likely seen the social posts that are some version of "Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go."
In this solo episode, Kristen explores the concept of letting go and embracing change, inspired by the season of autumn.
She encourages listeners to reflect on what no longer serves them and what burdens they can release. Kristen also discusses the resistance to change and the need to trust the process.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Exploring the Concept of Letting Go
02:28 Identifying What No...2024-09-1212 min
Stop Overthinking73. Living in Integrity Through Boundaries with Barb NangleThis podcast episode emphasizes the importance of healthy boundaries and how they permeate every area of life.
Boundaries are standards that individuals have for themselves, and they are not against others but for personal well-being and alignment with values. Barb Nangle, a boundaries coach, discusses the impact of boundaries on workplace culture, the misconception that boundaries are about controlling others, and the inner turmoil of guilt and shame that can arise when setting boundaries.
In this conversation, Barb and Kristen discuss the importance of setting boundaries and how it can lead to personal growth and...2024-09-0546 min
Stop Overthinking72. Filling from an Empty Cup with Analise GarciaSometimes it happens--- you feel empty, but others still need you and depend on you. Filling from an empty cup is a common experience, whether it's related to motherhood, work, or other responsibilities.
Women especially are often taught to keep giving, giving, giving even when you feel like there is nothing left to give.
Listen in to this honest conversation between Kristen and Mommy Mentor Analise Garcia as they discuss this chapter of life, how to move through it and small things to help brighten your day.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Filling...2024-08-2931 min
Stop Overthinking71. Processing and Releasing Resentment
Let's explore another "negative" emotion... Resentment is a complex emotion & can be triggered by feeling mistreated, being taken advantage of, or having unrealistic expectations.
Unfortunately, it's pretty common for people pleasers and perfectionists. In this solo episode Kristen explores the emotion and the physical and mental toll that resentment can take on our health.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey
03:05 Causes and Triggers of Resentment
07:50 Tools for Processing and Releasing Resentment
10:44 Using Breathwork and Movement to Release Trapped Emotions
14:14 Embracing the 'And': Recognizing the...2024-08-2220 min
Stop Overthinking70. Overcoming Anxiety & People Pleasing with Laura CinaKristen interviews licensed clinical social worker Laura Cina about overcoming anxiety and people-pleasing.
Laura shares her personal experiences and how it manifested in her relationships. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and finding your own needs and wants.
Laura also provides strategies for managing anxiety during heated conversations. She emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort and using it as information for personal growth.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Laura Cina and her experience with anxiety and overthinking
03:00 Navigating the challenges of people pleasing and fixing in relationships2024-08-1536 min
Stop Overthinking69. The Power of Forgiveness with Kris AshleyLet's dive in to this topic that can seem so heavy, but we all have to navigate at some point. Kristen and Kris Ashley discuss letting go for your own well being, forgiveness and the Law of Attraction.
Takeaways:
Forgiveness is not about excusing someone's behavior, but about letting go of anger and resentment for our own well-being.
The law of attraction states that what we focus on, we bring into our reality.
Our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions shape our reality and can influence the circumstances and people...2024-08-0840 min
Stop Overthinking68. Connect Your Body and Mind to Overcome Limiting Beliefs with Joyce AyersKristen and Joyce Ayers discuss her journey of finding her passion and purpose in life after years of living for others.
Joyce highlights the importance of turning inward and tapping into the unconscious mind to discover one's true identity and desires.
Joyce uses NLP and hypnotherapy to help her clients overcome limiting beliefs and manifest their dreams. She also emphasizes the power of embodiment poses to connect with the body and create a new mindset.
Takeaways
Finding your passion and purpose in life requires turning inward and tapping into...2024-08-0139 min
Stop Overthinking67. Is it a Coping Mechanism or a Buffer?Wine, chocolate, working out, scrolling on your phone--- are all common ways to temporarily avoid your emotions with actions.
In this solo episode Kristen discusses coping mechanisms vs "buffering" which is using activities to avoid uncomfortable emotions.
Kristen explores various buffers such as drinking, eating, exercising, social media, and online shopping. She highlights how buffering leads to consequences you don't like and why buffers become habits that don't serve you.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Coping Mechanisms and Buffers
03:25 The Consequences of Buffers
07:37 Recognizing...2024-07-2520 min
Stop Overthinking66. The Core Transformation Method with Alina NikishinaThe Core Transformation Method helps transform patterns of behavior, thinking, and feeling that we don't like by working with different aspects of ourselves.
Alina Nikishina, a transformational coach and mentor, shares the Core Transformation Method and how it can help people overcome patterns of behavior, thinking, and feeling that hold them back.
The Core Transformation Method involves working with different aspects of ourselves, or "parts," to uncover their positive purposes and transform them on a subconscious level. Alina and Kristen share personal experiences with the core transformation methond and how it has created shifts in their lives. 2024-07-1836 min
Stop Overthinking65. Strategies for Mindful Eating with Megan GaulIf you love to hear...
...honest chats about the emotional eating cycle, and what it’s like to go through it,
...how overthinking and people-pleasing can contribute to extra weight over time,
...specific actions you can take to bring calm and clarity to weight-loss (rather than a black-and-white/ good-and-bad-food view),
...then give this a listen!
Megan & Kristen chat about the importance of having a concrete understanding of oneself and setting realistic goals. Megan addresses the emotional component of eating and suggests finding the underlying need that food is fu...2024-07-1148 min
Stop Overthinking64. Releasing Shameful ThoughtsShameful thoughts are still just thoughts. Thoughts not facts.
In this episode, Kristen shares her personal experience working with a coach to address shame.
She discusses hows shame can keep us stuck and small, and how it is important to release and let go of shame. But- that's easier said than done.
The breakthough for Kristen was really understanding that shame thoughts are just thoughts, and that there are other possibilities and ways to think about ourselves.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context
02:14 Choosing...2024-07-0411 min
Stop Overthinking63. Skincare Minimalism with Dr. Mary Alice MinaIn this episode we discuss skin minimalism and why less is more when it comes to skincare.
Dr. Mina emphasizes the importance of simplifying skincare routines and using only the necessary products. She cautions against falling for skincare hype and also discusses common skincare concerns such as dark circles and provides strategies for addressing them.
Takeaways
Simplify your skincare routine by using only the necessary products.
In the morning, cleanse, moisturize, and apply sunscreen. In the evening, cleanse, moisturize, and consider using a retinol cream.
Don't fall for skincare hype and seek guidance from a dermatologist...2024-06-2743 min
Stop Overthinking62. Manifesting Your Inner Desires with Stephanie HickeyLet's talk about sex... love and relationships. In this (spicy) episode we discuss how our desires (not only in sex, but in life) are like beacons for our life. We don't always have to answer the call of the desire- yet we get to choose what to do with it. But there's a lot of power in knowing what you want. These are messages for you about what lights you up at your very core.
Stephanie addresses how women are often very much in 'to do' mode and more rarely in 'being' mode - this loses the softness we...2024-06-2045 min
Stop Overthinking61. The Impact of Expectations on ExperiencesIn this solo episode, Kristen reflects on her recent vacation and the importance of managing expectations when interacting with others.
She shares two stories from her trip that highlight the impact of expectations on our experiences, interactions and relationships. Kristen reflects on the need to be conscious of our own expectations and check for realistic v idealistic thoughts. She also offers listeners to intionally choose how they respond in the moment as well as how they reflect (or spiral) on their experiences afterwards.
Takeaways
Be aware of your own expectations and...2024-06-1319 min
Life After Discard with LaurenLife After Discard with KristenKristen Odegaard is a women’s Life Coach… and also an educator, trainer, fitness fanatic, and mom who is passionate about personal growth, wellness and living intentionally.
Kristen discovered life coaching after several life transitions in 2016. After working with a therapist, she was still seeking more guidance and support for emotional wellbeing, figuring out how to get off of autopilot and feel more fulfilled– and began working with a coach.
Her coaching experiences were so transformational, she became a Certified Life Coach so she could share the skills and tools with more people.
Kristen’s...2024-06-1245 min
Stop Overthinking60. Exhausted to Empowered with Daniela Wolfe, LMSWLet's talk about real, sustainable self care.
In this episode we discuss what is practical self-care (not spa days or bubble baths). Daniela shares her Exhausted to Empowered process that invoves intentional: mindset, time planning and self care.
Daniela Wolfe, LMSW helps stressed and burnt-out professionals ditch the guilt and overwhelm; productively manage daily tasks with ease, and have the time and energy for self-care every day!
She has been an LMSW for 27 years, focused on self-care, stress management skills, mindfulness, relationships, parenting, and managing all the chaos of life. She is also a working...2024-06-0647 min
Stop Overthinking59. Optimizing your Hormones with Tasha StevensFor women, our 28-day cycle and hormone fluctuations influence everything from energy levels, metabolism, productivity, hunger levels, ability to workout, and social desires. Traditional "health" culture can perpetuate the perfectionist mindset because we feel we have to be the same, do the same, each and every day.
However, when we optimize our hormone cycle and learn how to truly nourish our body in a way that supports its needs each day we not only see our health transform but break away from that pressure to be "perfect" to get results.
In this episode:
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Stop Overthinking58. It's a Journey, Not a DestinationLife is throwing me some curveballs that is an (unwelcome) reminder that life and growing is a journey. These past months I have been revisiting topics and situtions I worked through in the past and I thought I was "done." Not so much.
Also, the second half of the episode I share a quick way to check in with your core values and priorities so you can add more of them to your life.
Learn more about coaching with Kristen: www.coachwithkristen.com
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Stop Overthinking57. Overcoming Jealousy & Insecurity in Relationships with Shanenn BryantJealousy is an emotion pushed away and not often discussed.
But, its real. It doesn't feel good. It can strain or ruin relationships - so we dive into how to overcome it, build confidence and actually improve your relationships.
This episode includes:
The differences between envy and jealousy
Signals of jealousy (Protection, Projection & Competion)
Building trust in partnerships
Not reacting from fear
Boundaries
Shanenn Bryant, Relationship Confidence Coach, is the founder and CEO of Top Self, a self-development company offering coaching, courses, and...2024-05-1641 min
Stop Overthinking56. "Let Them"Let them... Let others be, do, act, think, feel- all on their own.
When we release the illusion of control over other people, it’s really not about the other people it’s about us. I know I’m in a better place when I’m not trying to figure out what in the world is going on in the brains of other people and trying to anticipate their wants and their needs and what they’re going to say, and then trying to fix it.
"Let Them" is a strategy popularized by coach/aut...2024-05-0914 min
Stop Overthinking55. Perfectionism & Overcontrol with Erica Curry, LMFTErica Curry and I discuss how perfectionists and overachievers can learn to live presently through skills to cultivate an open mind based on tools from Radically Open Dialectial Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT).
You will also hear about three states of mind- fixed, flexible, and fatalistic. Listen in to learn why its beneficial to be more flexible and strategies you can implement right now.
Erica Curry, LMFT is an RO-DBT therapist treating over achievers, perfectionists, overthinkers and tackles diagnoses like Anorexia Nervosa, OCD, Chronic Depression and treatment resistant Anxiety.
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Stop Overthinking54. People Pleasing & the Illusion of ControlIf you’re a people-pleaser or overthinker it’s likely your relationship to control needs some attention. Most likely it’s backwards: you probably expend too much time & energy trying to control other people, and too little energy taking responsibility for yourself.
As (recovering) people pleasers, perfectionists or over-thinkers we have to learn what is in our control and what is not.
Because when your relationship to control is backwards, you constantly feel like you’re the victim of others’ behavior. But instead of taking action to change your circumstances, you might simmer in resentment and righteo...2024-04-2520 min
Stop Overthinking53. Making Empowered Decisions with Dr. Sweta ChawlaIt's common to overthink decisions and choices- especially if you are letting others' needs, wants and feelings guide you.
In this episode we discuss how Perfectionsists, People Pleasers and Over Performers approach decisions, common pitfalls and how to reframe the internal conversation to make empowered decisions more easily.
Sweta Chawla PharmD, MS is a Former Professor of Pharmacy and Clinical and Residency Director turned Speaker, Facilitator & Leadership Coach and Author.
She supports organizations, highly driven professionals, creatives and entrepreneurs to reinvent how they work and lead. Through her well-resourced model, she guides her...2024-04-1642 min
Stop Overthinking52. Grieving the Lives You Aren't LivingDo you have a fantasy of a different life you could or might have lived? Maybe it’s moving to a different city, staying in a marriage, or having children, and those experiences aren’t going to happen. Are you grieving that version of your life?
Listen to this episode as I'm discussing how we feel and think when we’re fantasizing about the lives that we know we won’t ever have. I offer what it means to grieve at lives not lived, what prevents us from fully acknowledging the grief of the lives we’re not going...2024-04-1111 min
Stop Overthinking51. Radical Acceptance: Growing from Burnout & Shame with Kyira WackettThis episode is a deep dive into the spectrum of burnout. We discuss hustle culture, the comparison traps that drive us to believe we aren't doing enough or we aren't good enough... which create internal stories of shame and low self worth.
If you have felt overwhelmed, tired, not good enough, or that you should be "more," this episode is for you!
Kyira Wackett is a licensed mental health therapist specializing in shame resilience and radical acceptance. The founder of Adversity Rising, Kyira works to empower and equip people with the insight, confidence and skills...2024-04-0449 min
Stop Overthinking50. Boost Your Frustration ToleranceThere are many ways to deal with feeling frustrated. For some that looks like resisting or avoiding situations, or procrastination, or giving up or getting angry.
Kristen recently reflected on her own tolerance for frustration and failure, especially as it relates to perfectionist tendencies and modeling those skills for her kids.
Listen in to determine your level of frustration tolerance and how to improve it to enhance your ability to experience setbacks and disappointments.
Learn more about coaching with me: www.coachwithkristen.com
Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/c...2024-03-2120 min
Stop Overthinking49. Modifying Your Money Story with Lindsey KoncharYour money story is created from your family, your experiences and even your gender. AND- your current money story may need to evolve so you can live the way you want to live.
Your money mindset may be stuck, holding you back and not aligned with your values and priorities. Listen in as Lindsey and Kristen discuss how you can make positive changes to your money story.
Lindsey Konchar is a financial therapist, here to help you feel excited about money! Money isn't just a math problem; there is always so much...2024-03-1439 min
Stop Overthinking48. Boundaries vs. AvoidanceAre you calling it a boundary, but really just avoiding a person or situation?
This episode describes three ways people often deal with challenging people or situations.
First- I’ve just decided I don’t want this person in my life. Second, I want this person in my life, I want to be able to interact with this person, but I need boundaries for myself.
The third is one is to just avoid people/situations because we don’t want to do our own work, and we end up suppressing a lot of emotio...2024-03-0619 min
Stop Overthinking47. Less Stress in the Kitchen with Kathy DavisCooking and eating are daily tasks-- but not always enjoyable for all, and can even be stressful for some (Me!)
In this episode, we chat about a 4 step meal planning process to be more intentional and have less stress with meal prepping, planning and cooking. We also dive into incorporating more plants into your meals-- even with other picky eaters.
Kathy Davis is a plant-based lifestyle and mindset coach, a Meal Planning Expert, the CEO of VegInspired, and the author of three cookbooks and a co-author of one personal development book.
Kathy is...2024-02-2936 min
Stop Overthinking46. Rethinking Your RelationshipsFamily relationships, Friendships, Acquaintanceships and Romantic relationships...
What’s true about all of these different types of relationships is that the majority of it is happening internally in our minds.
What kind of relationship you have is based on your thinking, and how you interpret another’s words or actions.
Listen in to how your thinking impacts the quality of your relationships, how to make subtle shifts in your thinking and for 5 tips to improve and nurture all types of relationships in your life.
Related Episodes:
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Gener...2024-02-2222 min
Stop Overthinking45. Love vs. People PleasingUnconditional love is telling someone the truth and loving them no matter how they respond and loving yourself no matter how you respond.
People pleasing is lying to yourself, being inauthentic and/or lying to other people-- and that is not love.
Listen for more on how to distinguish between love and people pleasing and how to reduce the people pleasing tendencies and have more love in your life.
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Stop Overthinking44. Feeling Love and Being LoveableFeeling love, like other feelings is an inside job. It's about YOU.
It's also a skillset and a choice to choose to feel love, regardless of what others are saying or doing. Why would you choose unconditional love? Because YOU want to feel love inside of you.
I invite you to listen with an open mind as I talk about those loving feelings and how you can bring more love into your life- regardless of other people.
Learn more about coaching with me: www.coachwithkristen.com
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Stop Overthinking43. Sleep Skills to Help You Thrive with Dr. Catherine DarleyGetting sufficient, quality sleep is essential for all us. It improves emotional intellegence, decreases anxiety and helps you function better all around.
In this episode Dr. Catherine Darley talks about simple and proven strategies to help you and your loved ones get better sleep... including setting boundaries for yourself.
Dr. Catherine Darley is the expert in natural sleep medicine. Having treated patients for over 20 years, she teaches the sleep skills people need to thrive through online courses. Find her on social media, Youtube and Substack @skilledsleeper and https://naturalsleepmedicine.net/
...2024-02-0141 min
Stop Overthinking42. When You Don't Feel AppreciatedHigh achievers, people pleasers and perfectionists are often looking for others to notice, appreicate and validate their words and actions.
When that doesn't happen, or doesn't happen as often as you would like, it's common to feel unnoticed, unappreciated, frustrated or even resentful.
This episode will help you find ways to feel appreciated-- regardless of others.
(Hint: Your feelings come from your thinking, not what others say and do.)
Related Podcast: Episode 40- No One Else "Makes" You Feel https://www.coachwithkristen.com/podcast/episode/1c3678d0/40-no-one-else-makes-you-feel2024-01-2512 min
Stop Overthinking41. Strengthening Relationships by Reducing Codependent Behaviors with Courtney EdwardsThere is so much goodness packed into this episode!
Codependency is a term that is used a frequently-- but what is it really?
In this episode Courtney and I talk about the the intersection of people pleasing and codependency behaviors, how your own emotional regulation is critical to a strong relationship, attachment styles, communication patterns, setting and maintaining boundaries and more.
This episode will give you insight to strengthen all types of relationships as well as how to improve your own emotional regulation.
Courtney Edwards is a former...2024-01-1848 min
Stop Overthinking40. No One Else "Makes" You FeelDid you grow up hearing (or saying) "don't make mommy mad," or "you made me so sad?" Or some phrase where someone else made you feel a certain way. It's pretty common-- but it's not true and not helpful.
Your feelings come from how you interepret words and actions and the same is true for others. You are responsible for how you are feeling-- and that's a good thing. Because you have the ability to shift to different feelings then too.
This is a tough concept for people pleasers-- who believe they make others feel...2024-01-1111 min
Stop Overthinking39. How to Create Balance in Your LifeYour life is uniquely yours-- so your work/life balance will not be the same as others', and it will change depending on your season of life.
In this podcast Kristen shares seven tips to create and maintain balance that is uniquely yours.
Access a values exercise here: https://bit.ly/kocoachingvalues
Episode 21: The Power of Living Your Values https://www.coachwithkristen.com/podcast/episode/30c7d231/21-the-power-of-living-your-values
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Stop Overthinking38. Values Based Goals & ResolutionsWhen it’s time to choose a resolution that will actually work, we need to use our values & priorities to guide that process. This is likely different from what you have tried before because normally we think of what we need to do better or how we need to be better and usually that means we’re actually navigating from lack, guilt or shame.
When your goals and resolutions align with your values you are more likely to stick with it and actually make progress towards it or achieve it. Listen to this episode for a new way to...2023-12-2817 min
Stop Overthinking37. Somatic Practices to Rewire Your Nervous System with Jill HowellWhat does it really mean to feel your feelings? What happens to your emotions if they aren't fully processed and they remain stuck in your body?
In this episode I talk with Jill Howell, a somatic practitioner and emotional health coach. While we both coach on feelings, we go about it differently. Listen as Jill and I talk about how stored emotions may result in a dysregulated nervous system, what that means, and how to release some of the stored emotions-- even from your childhood. Jill even leads me through a release session.
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Stop Overthinking36. Why Are the Holidays So Hard?For overthinkinkers, people pleasers and perfectionists the Holiday Season can be a minefield to navigate.
There are others involved, things to do and so many expectations. Listen in to learn how to examine your expectations and whether those are helpful thoughts or are creating even more drama and stress for yourself.
Please join me for a free webinar: Navigating the Holidays with Calm, Confidence & Ease. Monday, December 11 at 7 PM CST.
Replay available.
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2023-12-0717 min
Stop Overthinking35. Life is 50/50Life is 50/50- a mix of good and bad. Yet, we often think we're doing something wrong if it's not a majority of good and happy. Let's talk about the reality of the human experience and how to balance the "positive" AND "negative" feelings in your benefit.
Please join me for a live webinar on Monday, December 11 at 7 PM CST: Navigating the Holidays with Calm, Confidence and Ease. Pre-registration is required: https://bit.ly/3GiEAsD
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https://www.instagram.com/krist2023-11-3012 min
Stop Overthinking34. Wanting Others to ChangeWhen other people need to change...
What do you do when other people need to change- but they aren't doing it?
You can:
-get angry and yell at them
-nag and whine
-talk about them to other people
-blame them for your feelings
OR you can use the control and influence you do have for a more productive, long term resolution.
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2023-11-2216 min
Stop Overthinking33. Empowered Journey: Client Spotlight with Emily BransonLearn what life coaching with me is like first hand!
Today Emily talks about her mindset transformation including what coaching sessions was like, what tools and skills are the most helpful and how she uses coaching in her daily life.
And, just in time for the holiday season, Emily talks about an activity that helps her enjoy family get togethers and holiday gatherings so much more than in the past.
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Stop Overthinking32. The Importance of Emotional Intelligence at Work featuring Sarah FechtEmotional intellignce is the ability to understand and regulate your emotions, which we talk about regularly on this podcast. This week I dive into what this looks like in your career, as a leader, and how to harness EQ skills at work to be your best self.
This episode is an interview with Sarah Fecht, a leadership coach, speaker, consultant and trainer. Sarah's shares valuable insight on emotional intelligence at work including which particular skills are prominent indicators for success, and how to improve your EQ skills.
Sarah Fecht...2023-11-1536 min
Stop Overthinking31. Clean and Dirty PainNot all pain is processed and felt the same.
Pain is a negative emotion we want to be able to feel. It's part of the spectrum of human experiences. Feeling pain honors us and others. It is the opposite of love, belonging, connection, and acceptance, which we also want to feel and so there is a balance.
However, suffering is something we create with anger, shame, resistance, self loathing. Other negative emotions that stem from thoughts or beliefs that you or someone else or reality is bad, wrong and shouldnt be the way it is. ...2023-11-0227 min
Stop Overthinking30. When Guilt Is Guiding Your DecisionsWe make thousands of decisions every single day. Some are more important, some are made with lots of forethought, others are more reactionary... or even emotional.
It's not a bad thing to have emotions factor into your decison making-- but do you even realize you are making an emotional decision? And, which emotion is guiding you?
For many women- decisions are made based on whether or not they feel guilty for doing or not doing the thing. Decisons are made based on not wanting to be a bad person...2023-10-2620 min
Stop Overthinking29. How a Lacking Mindset Holds You BackIt's easy to get sucked into a lacking mindset. Sneaky thoughts like, "If I just..." or "If only... then I could be happy" have ripple effects in your life and reduce your joy and ability to live in the present moment.
While this episode pertains to all-- it's a must listen for high achievers and recovering perfectionists who minimize their achievements and are constantly thinking "it could be better."
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2023-10-1911 min
Stop Overthinking28. What to Do When You Feel FrustratedYou have likely felt frustrated in your life...
Frustration stems from unmet expectations and is a fairly common feeling for my clients and listeners. In this episode I discuss how to reframe your current situation and expectations to better lead to your desired outcome.
Listen in for 5 Things to Do when you are feeling frustrated to help process the feeling, understand your motives and still reach your desired outcome even when other people aren't cooperating.
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Stop Overthinking27. Parenting: Powerful Strategies & Mindset featuring The Parenting ProfessorThis episode is a conversation with Chris Peterson, aka The Parenting Professor, who is a Love and Logic Faciliator based in western Wisconsin. Listen as we discuss how your mindset impacts your parenting style, how Love and Logic strategies overlap with coaching strategies regarding empathy, letting go of control and delaying actions when emotions are high.
Chris Peterson is a husband, a father and an educator. Don't ask him what he teaches because his response is always "people". He's been blessed with a number of opportunities to work with parents, students and educators all around the nation...2023-10-0542 min
Stop Overthinking26. Thinking vs. OverthinkingSometimes you do need to process or analyzing information and situations- so how do you know when it's overthinking?
Listen to this week's episode to learn what to do with all the info and data that you are exposed to, as well as methods to know if you are overthinking or being productive. This episode also gives you two ways to stop overthinking and reset your brain.
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2023-09-2812 min
Stop Overthinking25. Learning to Trust YourselfDo you have an interal mean girl? Is there negative chatter in your mind when things don't go your way?
When there is something you want to do- and you are being mean to yourself, all the energy and effort gets sucked up by the criticism, blame, shame, or guilt– rather then dealing with the issue.
In this episode you'll learn to identify and shut down your inner bully so you can handle trying new things, making decisions and putting yourself out there.
You will hear how to build trust in yourself so you can...2023-09-2111 min
Stop Overthinking24: Believing New ThoughtsBelieving new thoughts is critical and the core of the work I do. Learn why simply thinking positive or reciting affirmations often doesn't work for most people. I'm sharing a powerful tool that I use with clients to change negative, untrue or unhelpful thoughts to thoughts that will help you grow and make lasting changes.
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https://www.instagram.com/kristen.odegaard.coaching/2023-09-1417 min
Stop Overthinking23. Now or LaterAvoiding discomfort completely simply isn't possible. Yet, so many people avoid conversations, decisions or taking action because doing something differently means experiencing some new or unknown discomfort. What is often discounted or forgotten completely is the discomfort already being experienced from wanting a change.
Listen to this episode to learn how you can choose to experience the uncomfortable feelings now and later by staying stuck or choosing discomfort on purpose now with the possibility of feeling better later.
Referenced in this episode: When you Don't Like Your Job- https...2023-09-0712 min
Stop Overthinking22. When You Don't Like SomeoneIt happens.. there will inevitably be people you don't like in the world. So what do you do about it?
I'm sharing how we often make this situation more difficult for ourselves with more negative emotion than necessary.
Listen to this episode to learn how to manange your thinking and not feel guilty or believe there's a problem with you for not liking the other person.
Referenced topics:
You are not the reference point https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kristen-odegaard/episodes/13--You-Are-Not-the-Reference-Point-e25ovp9
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Stop Overthinking21. The Power of Living Your ValuesWhen you identify what you value– and live life, make decisions and take actions from those values and priorities- you will create a life that is valuable to you. That you enjoy. That you want. That makes you feel good.
Because if you aren’t living into your values and priorities you likely aren’t feeling fulfilled, satisfied and energized about your life.
Listen to this episode to learn why this is important, how to identify your core values and priorities and how to put them front and center in your life...2023-08-2429 min
Stop Overthinking20. The Real ProblemSo often we look to other people, blame the situation, or do things that don't actually deal with the problem. It may feel easier that way- as you are avoiding the dealing with the real issue. The real issue is your thoughts and trying to avoiding certain feelings.
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2023-08-1013 min
Stop Overthinking19. 3 Ways to be Present in the Moment Our world is busy and we are inundated with information, things to do, places to go, schedules to manage. And hello overthinking brains that worry about how to keep other people happy, what might happen in the future and going over what you wish you would have said in the conversation with partner two days ago.
And it does take some effort so today I’m going to share with you 3 strategies you can intentionally bring your mind to the present when it spiraling in the past or future.
Learn more about coaching with me: www.coachwit...2023-08-0310 min
Stop Overthinking18. Understanding Passive Aggressive BehaviorsWhen people display passive aggressive behaviors it’s often because it’s been unacceptable to express certain kinds of feelings- like anger, resentment, frustration. They may have had a parent or adult who didn’t hear their needs or their needs didn’t count.
Passive aggression is a learned pattern of being unassertive as a coping strategy for not being able to express your own feelings. As females somewhere along the line you likely learned girls should be accommodating, non confrontational, take care of others and don’t hurt their feelings... so emotions get stuffed do...2023-07-2714 min
Stop Overthinking17. Generous Assumptions
The concept of generous assumptions has been popularized by Dr. Brene Brown. Generous assumptions force us to recognize and make allowances for the unknown circumstances of others. According to Brown, the assumption of positive intent “means that we will extend the most generous interpretation possible to the intentions, words, and actions of others.”So here’s the question: Do you believe other people are doing the best they can? Listen in to hear why this idea benefits your wellbeing-- and some tips for how to let go of the idea that others should be trying harder or doing better.
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Stop Overthinking16. Stop Thinking About What Others are ThinkingHow much time and energy are you using obsessing over what other people are thinking, what their words could mean, what the actions could mean?
It's so common to be thinking about what we can say or do to make the other person say or do certain things... most people don't even realize how unhelpful the practice is.
Listen to learn when thinking about others' thinking may be helpful and when it's not-- and what to do to get out of other people's minds.
Learn more about coaching with me: www.co...2023-07-1309 min
Stop Overthinking15. When You Don't Like Your JobIt's a more recent idea that your job needs to be fun or fulfilling, that you should enjoy the people you're with, have the right amount of time off, flexible enough for a family, paid you your worth…
It all sounds good.. but where did it all come from and how do your ideas about work impact how much you do or don't enjoy your day to day?
Whether you love your job or just tolerate it- this episode will provide you with some new ideas and points to consider about working, wor...2023-06-2917 min
Stop Overthinking14. Why You Need Mental FlexibilityMost of us are not changeable in our thoughts. We are rigid, attached to our thinking. Mental flexibility is the capacity, skill of training your brain to be open to thoughts, ideas and perspectives.
Like most things in life, this is easier said than done. What generally happens is a new thought is introduced - cognitive dissonance.
This is mental tension caused by conflict of two different ideas or thoughts that contradict each other. We often deal with this by dismissing the new conflicting idea and doubling down on belief in the first area.
Whe...2023-06-2222 min
Stop Overthinking13. You Are Not the Reference Point
How often do you look at someone else's behavior and think, "If I were them, I'd do it differently?"
It's common to use yourself, your beliefs, your perspective as the reference point to judge others' behaviors.
Listen to this episode to learn why this may not be helpful and how shifting your thinking can improve communication and relationships.
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2023-06-1514 min
Stop Overthinking12. Body ThoughtsDo you ever look in the mirror and have strong dislike for something you see?
This episode is some of my personal journey with thoughts about my body and how thought work and life coaching helped me move from body hate and shame to acceptance and healing.
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2023-06-0830 min
Stop Overthinking11. Good AND Bad
The human experience is more than just being happy... it's feeling Good AND Bad.
It’s easy to believe the either/or mentality. It’s this or that. Good or Bad-- especially with feelings many are led to think there are ways we should feel and feelings that are bad or not as worthwhile.
However, all feelings have a purpose and “just wanting to be happy” simply isn't is not feasible and will even create inner turmoil by not being able to reach this unattainable standard.
Listen for insight to embrace the good and bad feeli...2023-06-0119 min
Stop Overthinking10. BoundariesPersonal boundaries essentially protect your physical and emotional space, and help keep you safe. Boundaries are healthy when you take responsibility for your own actions and wellbeing, and refrain from taking responsibility for the actions or wellbeing of other people.
At this point, you may not know what your boundaries are or what they should be. In that case, it’s hard to even recognize what is yours versus someone else’s... It’s hard to protect your time, energy, your emotional and physical health if you don’t know where you end and someone else begins.
Listen...2023-05-2520 min
Stop Overthinking9. Why Can't I Stop People Pleasing?
It’s hard to know where kindness ends and people pleasing beings… especially if you’ve never known differently.
People Pleasing is all about seeking validation and acceptance. It happens when we are trying to make other people feel good about us and like us and approve of us -- at our own expense. And it's a very hard habit to break or change because of how we evolved as humans and how we have been socialized as women. Yet, it's not impossible make sustainable, conscious choices that will break the people pleasing patterns.
In this p...2023-05-1820 min
Stop Overthinking8. Stop Second Guessing your DecisionsDecision Doubt can happen in two ways-- agonizing before making a decision or after it's already made.
It's pretty common since our brain likes to offer us alternatives. Additionally, for people pleasers and perfectionists add the layers of attempting to manage others' emotions and thinking there is a "right" answer.
Listen in to learn about how crowd sourcing opinions and looking for external validation is not helping you... and what you can do to reduce the second guessing and build self trust to make decisions more quickly and easily.
2023-05-1125 min
Souls and StardustOverthinking and People-Pleasing Traps: A candid discussion with women's life coach Kristen OdegaardJoin Shannon and Meo for a candid discussion with women's life coach, Kristen Odegaard, on the overthinking and people-pleasing traps that so many of us fall into at different stages of our lives. So exhausting! Their second ever guest to the podcast, Kristen talks about her own journey as a recovering people-pleaser and overthinker (amidst some big life changes), and how, through her own healing journey, she became inspired to help others through similar challenges in their lives. These ladies discuss some of the biggest challenges to being our most authentic selves and how rewiring your brains, our nervous...2023-05-071h 30
Stop Overthinking7. The Suprising Truth About Self ConfidenceWomen often tell me how they lack confidence and doubt themselves. Listen as I describe self confidence as your ability to believe in yourself without any evidence or history of the thing that you want to do, and how to manage your mind and emotions to build your self confidence. 2023-05-0419 min
Stop Overthinking6. Unpacking PerfectionismPerfectionistic tendencies frequently develop from the desire to feel loved and accepted… and the fear of not belonging.
This may be subconscious, deeply rooted, and even passed down from one generation to the next. Perfectionism and overachieving may keep you small, or afraid of being seen, or chronically disappointed.
Listen in to learn what some of the most common traits of perfectionists and how it may be impacting your life.
2023-04-2729 min
Stop Overthinking5 .Neutral CircumstancesMuch of what we think and say are thoughts and stories --not the neutral circumstances.
Listen in as I talk about how we discern the difference between actual circumstances (facts) in our lives, and the stories that we tell ourselves about them.
When you start looking at events, what people say, how people act more neutrally- your brain has the opportunity to calm down. You gain authority and some power in your life, when you start to take all of these circumstances that are genuinely neutral and interpret them in a way th...2023-04-2018 min
Soul Driven with StephThe Surprising Truth About Self Confidence w/ Kristen OedgaardIn Today’s episode, Steph brings her friend and fellow entrepreneur of Coaching with Kristen to share more about a topic we all struggle with–Self confidence! Kristen Odegaard shares with us in this episode how self confidence is more than feeling secure in your abilities and “how to” knowledge, but it’s the ability to feel any emotion, to trust yourself, and the willingness to go all-in, to show up, and to fail. We talk about how building self confidence internally is based on your thinking rather than your actions and how self confidence and mindset is often the missin...2023-04-1736 min
Stop Overthinking4. It's Not You, It's Me.We have it so mixed up with feelings. So many of us are taught, "They make me…" and we blame others for how we feel.
We don’t ever really learn how to identify feelings. We think people are wrong to feel certain ways in certain situations. We don’t know what to do with the feelings we do have. We categorize half of our emotions as "bad" even though they are part of the normal human experience.
In this episode, I’m pulling the curtain back on feelings… including where they come from, what do do with t...2023-04-1317 min
Stop OverthinkingAttention AuditDo you feel like you are being pulled in so many directions there isn't time for what you want and need? Do you feel unfocused and scattered?
This is a pretty typical experience unfortunately, especially for busy, working women. The good news is you don't have to continue this pattern.
In this episode I share a process for you to audit how you spend your time and energy, both in your personal and professional lives. With the audit you will notice where you can be more efficent, what isn't serving you anymore, and how to bett...2023-04-0614 min
Stop Overthinking2. It's Not Supposed to Be Like ThisIt's a common thought about other people, situations, or even yourself. Underneath the unfairness of how it's supposed to be are thoughts about how you think it should be.
The problem is the word "should" has the power to tear down people, relationships and dreams.
Thinking that something SHOULD be a certain way is setting you up for frustration, disappointment, judgement, maybe even resentment or bitterness.Because when you think it SHOULD be a certain way… it’s your thinking. It’s not a fact. It’s not necessarily true. It’s a thought.And other peop...2023-03-3017 min
Stop Overthinking1. Thoughts Are Not Facts"Just because you think it doesn't mean that it's true." Thoughts are sentences in our mind- but that doesn't make them true or helpful or the only thing that is possible. Listen in as I talk about how I came to discover mindset coaching and the power of thoughtwork. This one concept that literally changed my life and is foundational with my coaching practice. 2023-03-2218 min
Soul Driven with StephCreate Healthy Habits & Reset Your Mindset To Live An Intentional Life with Kristen OdegaardToday’s interview is such an important topic and one that I know everyone will take away useful skills to use everyday! Kristen Odegaard is a women’s Life Coach, an educator, trainer, group fitness instructor, and mom who is passionate about personal growth, wellness and living intentionally. Kristen discovered life coaching after several life transitions in 2016. After working with a therapist, she was still seeking more guidance and support for emotional wellbeing, figuring out how to get off of autopilot and feel more fulfilled. Her coaching experiences were so transformational, she became a Certified Life Coach so she could...2022-09-091h 07
InspiHerInspiHER, presented by Atrium Health: Episode Five With Colleen OdegaardKristen Balboni and former host of Charlotte Lately turned certified life coach, Colleen Odegaard, talk about life transitions, working towards your goals and how to stay true to yourself. You don’t want to miss this episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-08-2630 min
Radio 3,16Alternativ til voldsmiljøer blant unge i OsloNår kommunale fritidsklubber legges ned i Oslo øst, er det fint å løfte frem at det finnes andre tilbud i kristen regi. KFUK-KFUM samler mange ungdommer på Forandringshuset på Grønland, forteller virksomhetsleder Ingrid Elise Sigmundstad. OKS Groruddalen satser på ungdomsarbeid gjennom Young & Free, som ledes av Irene Ødegaard Lunde. Disse samlingsplassene er reelle alternativer til voldsmiljøer for Oslos unge.2019-10-2208 min