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Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileySave Your Day Use This Foolproof 3-Step Boundary StrategyWhat happens when someone crosses the boundary you have set? Boundaries establish parameters regarding how you will interact and integrate yourself in the environment. They also establish parameters for others regarding how you would like to be treated.We talk about boundaries, but many have a hard time settingboundaries and maintaining them. We are going to share a 3-step strategy to help you to save your day and to bring your stress levels down.In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we aregoing to share “Save Your Day Use This Foolproof 3-Step Boundary Strate...
2025-07-0732 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Successful Women Master These 3 Life-Changing Boundaries to Manage StressAre you a woman over 40 who feels like she is constantlypulled in every direction. You juggle your career, family, and personal responsibilities while your own needs get pushed aside. Some would tell you to give it up, stay home and just take care of your husband and family. That option may not bepossible and may not feel satisfying either. If this describes you, please know that you are not alone.The strategies that worked in your twenties and thirties aren't enough anymore, and your energy is too precious to waste on things that drain rather than fuel...
2025-06-3030 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey4 Effective Strategies Women Embrace to See Lower Workplace StressLet’s talk about physical resilience as stress reduction andmanagement strategy. For women over 40, our bodes are constantly sending us messages. We often don’t want to hear them because they remind us that we are aging. Although we would rather not hear the messages, if we listencarefully, our bodies will tell us exactly what we need to stay healthy, age with grace, and maintain low stress levels.In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we aregoing to share “4 Effective Strategies Women Embrace to See Lower Workplace Stress.” Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed C...
2025-06-1634 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Mindfully Break Free from Headline Stress Know the PsychologyResearchers at Penn State University found that 75% of shares on Facebook were made without the user clicking through to read the content.This is poignant given that so many people receive “news” from social media. The study appeared in the journal Nature Human Behavior in November 2024. Otherresearch studies have found similar results. Many on social media appear to receive their “news” from the headlines only.Headlines and small narrative blurbs are created usingprinciples of psychology to attract and engage readers. Unfortunately, headlines can be misleading and can evoke emotions which can create stress andincrease anxiety.In this...
2025-06-0932 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Get the Best Benefit from your Employee Assistance Program“My company told me to call.” “I got your number from mywork.” These are usually the statements I hear when people call tomake their first appointment using their EAP benefits. Often, they are not sure what to expect when they make the call. What exactly are employee assistance programs? How are they to be used? What should an employee expect?I am going to answer these questions and break down how to get the best benefit out of your employee assistance program.In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we aregoing to share “Ho...
2025-06-0232 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Create an Affordable Culturally Responsive Mental Health NetworkThe Campaign for Trauma Informed Practice and Policyreported that mental health concerns are at epidemic proportions. One in 5 Americans are diagnosed with a mental illness. This number does not includethose with unreported mental health conditions. The estimated financial burden on the US economy is more than $280 billion annually.The stress on the community at large is magnified incommunities that lack adequate access and culturally responsive care.In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we aregoing to share “How to Create an Affordable Culturally Responsive Mental Health Network.”Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed...
2025-05-1932 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Pioneering Solutions for Better Mental Health Treatment in the Black CommunityMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are taking adeep dive into mental health services and delivery in the Black community. Today, I am sharing statistics, concerns and proposing 3 possible solutions. In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we aregoing to share “3 Pioneering Solutions for Better Mental Health Treatment in the Black Community.”Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Georgia and a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. She is the owner of M.L. Bailey Consultants, LLC, a private therapy practice that specializes in grief, lo...
2025-05-1229 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Empowered Strategies Women Use to Crush Workplace Stress and SucceedHello, powerful women! Today we are taking a deep dive into
strategies that will transform how you navigate workplace challenges while
managing your emotional and mental health.
Imagine walking into meetings with confidence. Can you see
yourself thriving and managing in the workplace with grace? How would it feel
to have more than enough energy to enjoy your passions outside of work?
Is this something you desire? Well, we are here for you.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we are
going to share “5 Empowered Strategies Women Use to Crush Workpl...
2025-01-2740 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyGet Through the Holidays with Special Guest Tamara DopwellWe’re thrilled to have the incredible Tamara Dopwell, a
talented social worker and social entrepreneur, as our special guest. 🌟
In this episode we explore practical strategies to handle stress while navigating life’s challenges. Tamara will share her invaluable insights on self-care, mental health, and how to cultivate resilience in our daily lives. Whether
you’re juggling work, family, or personal goals, this conversation is packed with wisdom tailored just for you! 💪❤️
So, grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and tune in on
You won’t want to miss this empowering discussio...
2024-12-1644 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Smart Women Boost their Holiday Joy and Cheer During the Holidays
Where does the magic of the holidays live? The magic lives
in us, in every breath we take. Every breath is an opportunity to live life in
any way we choose. We so often get bogged down in our own stuff, our family and
friends’ stuff and the stuff of the world. Sometimes it is hard to breathe. This
causes us to forget that with each breath comes an opportunity. A choice. A
decision.
This holiday season, women can choose how they will use that
breath. I personally have chosen to experience joy and cheer wi...
2024-12-0235 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyTimely Gratitude Practices to Lower Stress and Boost Mood during the HolidaysThanksgiving 2024 is Thursday in the United States. Expressing
gratitude gives us power. It energizes and motivates us to live our lives fully.
It enables us to see the abundance that is present in our lives right now.
The practice of gratitude can change our perspective, lower
stress and boost our mood.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we share
“Timely Gratitude Practices to Lower Stress and Boost Mood during the Holidays.”
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the
State of Georgia and a member of the Academy of Certi...
2024-11-2537 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey10 Toxic Thought Patterns that Lead to Staggering Burnout in Black Women Part 2Emotional self-care relies on one’s ability to think clearly
and factually. So often our thought life is full of imaginings, dreams and fancies that cause satisfaction or dissatisfaction. Unfortunately, the thoughts may not be factual.
Our thoughts are also influenced by experiences and
ingrained beliefs. This affects our ability to engage in healthy interactions. So, how does one deliver emotional self-care in a meaningful way? We begin by recognizing and understanding our habitual toxic thought patterns, then we work to change them.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we continue sharing the “1...
2024-10-2829 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey10 Toxic Thought Patterns that Lead to Staggering Burnout in Black WomenDo you park in the same spot at work? Sit in the same pew at church? You probably order the same meal at your favorite fast-food restaurant.
We are creatures of habit doing the same actions in the same order at the same time of the day.
Habits also fuel our thought life. We each have patterns of
thinking that were developed by our experiences. These thought patterns influence our wellbeing. They can also increase our potential for burnout.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we are
going to share five...
2024-10-2133 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Empowered Black Women use Core Beliefs to Improve Mental Health
“I am not good enough.” “I am not important.” “I am damaged that’s why no one will love me.”
Do these statements sound familiar? You may have a friend, sister, aunt or cousin who makes similar statements. Perhaps you say these things about yourself. You and I both know that these are not the only negative
statements that women tell themselves. We could probably develop a list that is pages long.
These statements are verbal reminders of the doubts we feel about ourselves. We think and say them when we feel vulnerable. They come from beliefs t...
2024-10-1433 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Actions Secure Black Women Take to Practice Emotional Self-CareI often end correspondence, talks and even video podcasts with the phrase “take good care.” To “take good care,” we must go beyond our thoughts and dive deep into our beliefs about ourselves and the world around
us.
Taking good care is more than a spa day or a day spent with friends, although those activities are fun and revitalizing. Taking good care requires introspective action that may be challenging and uncomfortable. We
must sometimes allow ourselves to be vulnerable to get to those deep places that keep us from moving forward.
In this episode of “Stre...
2024-10-0731 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Steps Black Women Should Take Towards Emotional Self-CareWe are starting a study of what is needed for Black women to
take care of themselves emotionally. Life is tough for Black women. We must be all
things to most people and twice as good to some. Our worth is often measured
not by our character, but by the texture of our hair, the color of our skin or
the size of our butt.
Regardless of our accomplishments, we tend to be our own
worst critics. This makes us sad, anxious and depressed. We must learn and
practice ways to stay safe, feel secure and stand...
2024-09-1634 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Strong Actions Women Need to Live a Brilliant Golden LifeI am still reeling from those magnificent performances
during the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. What about you? I’ve thought about Steph Curry’s 3 point run that sealed the gold medal for the USA men’s basketball team. I watched how the women’s basketball team banded together to defeat an awesome French women’s team.
Sifan Hassan won the women’s Olympic marathon in record time. She also won bronze medals in the 5,000-meter and 10,000-meter races. She ran over 38 miles over the course of the Olympic event.
So many of us dream of living a gol...
2024-08-1931 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Steps You Need to Win the Gold Medal Life You DesireI’ve been watching the Olympics and continue to be in awe if these magnificent athletes. The women’s 4x400 relay blew everyone out in the final to win the gold medal in that event. Katie Ledecky won four medals and is the most decorated female swimmer in Olympic history. The US gymnastics team earned medals as they showed mettle.
I have a few new basketball favorites in Kevin Durant and Anthony Edwards. The Swede Mondo Duplantis earned the Olympic Gold Medal in pole vault along with my admiration. All the athletes are phenomenal. They dedicated their live...
2024-08-1230 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyR.A.I.N. MeditationCompassion is often known as love in action. It is when we see suffering and we take action to do something about it.
What happens when we are the ones who are suffering? Feeling overwhelmed is a form of suffering.
The R.A.I.N. Meditation can help to bring clarity and enable you to nurture a sense of safety, stability and security.
In this episode of Stress Talk Live with Marcyline, we are
going to practice R.A.I.N.
Adapted from RAIN - A Meditation for Working with
Difficulties...
2024-07-2931 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileySmart Women Practice Mindfulness to Build Emotional and Social ConnectionsTechnology has enabled a virtual world in which we can occupy the same space at the same time without being physically present. It’s quite fascinating that the world has become so small. It’s easy to speak with someone on another continent. The only problem may be getting the time zone right.
We can connect with others in so many ways, anywhere and at any time. Why then, are more people reporting that they feel lonely? What can be done to facilitate meaningful connections?
In today’s “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we will share “Sma...
2024-07-2231 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey8 Benefits Women Get from a Balanced and Harmonious Life PlanWhat makes for a balanced life? If you are a working woman, with a family, a balanced life may seem elusive. What does that even mean, anyway?
Well, let’s talk about what it doesn’t mean first. A balanced life does not mean that we can use accounting principles or mathematics to determine whether we are living in equilibrium. Time is not the only value we should
consider. Our skewed ideas of perfection also do not create or define life balance.
Life balance is as individualized as we each are. The definition, measure and outco...
2024-07-0833 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Practicing Mindfulness Builds a Woman's Overall Wellbeing and ResilienceMost of us want to exercise regularly, eat healthily, relax and live a satisfying life. This could be a definition of wellbeing. How does that happen? So many of us put ourselves on hold while we try to meet the responsibilities of home and work.
Mindfulness goes beyond sitting quietly, repeating a mantra or meditating. Mindfulness can influence our ability to improve our wellbeing and cause us to
be more resilient.
In today’s “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we will share “How Practicing Mindfulness Builds a Woman's Overall Wellbeing and Resilience.” [practice included]
Marcylin...
2024-07-0132 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyCompassion is the First Anchor Women Embrace for Mindful LivingMindfulness is not just sitting in a corner on a cushion chanting or listening to a guided meditation. It is not just knowing a method to calm oneself or lower stress levels. Mindfulness goes beyond one single person. The foundation for mindfulness living is that everything is connected. We are all interconnected.
Imagine that. What one thinks, says and does affects others. What one believes, drives thoughts and behaviors which affect others. Women have an opportunity to embrace this concept and influence the world around them by extending compassion to themselves and to others.
In...
2024-06-2430 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Women Absolutely Win the World Practicing Compassion and Loving-KindnessDoes anyone remember the song “What the World Needs Now is Love?” Hal David wrote the lyrics and Burt Bacharach composed the music. Jackie DeShannon was
the first to sing this song. I remember listening to Dionne Warwick’s version in our home as a young girl.
I was too young, when the song was released, to understand the depth of division that the United States was experiencing at that time. I have since learned by reading and studying the history, that it was a chaotic and scary time for the adults.
We are living in cha...
2024-06-1032 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Captivating Benefits Every Woman Enjoys by Practicing MindfulnessMindfulness has many different, yet similar definitions. Dr. Jon Kabat Zinn, the developer of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction defines mindfulness as the awareness that arises through “paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.”
My teacher, David Nichtern, the founder of Dharma Moon, an online mindfulness-based education platform and global community, taught that mindfulness is “learning to bring our attention to the present moment and simply seeing what arises without bias or judgment.”
Although mindfulness is the latest buzzword these days, many have misconceptions regarding practice and benefits. We hope to...
2024-06-0334 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyGratitude Meditation - Affirm Your Way to a More Positive MindsetAwaken a profound sense of appreciation through this guided gratitude meditation. Let empowering affirmations open your heart to the abundance around you.
Experience how a regular practice of thankful reflection can uplift your spirit and create a more joyful outlook on life.
In this episode of "Stress Talk" Live with Marcyline we will offer a guided meditation focusing on gratitude.
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Georgia and a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. She is the owner of M.L. Bailey Consultants, LLC, a pr...
2024-05-2726 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileySmart Women Go Beyond Good, Bad, Sad, and Mad to Preserve Their Mental HealthEver feel like 'good,' 'bad,' 'sad,' and 'mad' just don't fully capture what you're going through? We've all been there, struggling to say exactly how we're feeling only to end up using just basic words.
Sometimes those simple words just don't cut it, am I right? Using more descriptive wording will help us to relieve stress and anxiety. It will also help those around us to know how to help us and to provide the support or nurturing that we desire.
In today’s “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we're diving deeper into t...
2024-05-2035 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyMental Health ABCs: Decoding Important Terms for Women Over 40May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Stress Talk is committed to demystifying and destigmatizing mental illness. All month we are sharing facts, figures, and features about mental health. Our goal is to help you to better understand how you can take good care of yourself and those you love.
So many use the terms Mental health and Mental Illness interchangeably. They have different meanings and different actions are warranted. Do you know
the difference?
In today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to review four common mental health terms as we cover “Mental H...
2024-05-0630 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Release Emotions and Beat Stress with Passive Progressive RelaxationFor an entire month, you have heard me say “when emotions are active, the stress response is active.” Women maintain high stress levels because we are constantly bombarded with situations and events that incite our emotions.
Why? The limbic system that manages emotions is the same system that manages the stress response.
In previous episodes, we talked about the connection between emotions and stress. We also shared ways in which women can lower stress and keep it low.
In today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to practice passive progressive relaxation as we answ...
2024-04-2928 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Healthy Mindful Actions to Share Emotions and Lower StressThe experiences we refer to as emotions can carry us away like a turbulent wave created by a weather system in the ocean. They can create a sentiment within us that is so overpowering that words cannot describe them.
Emotions give us power and yet they can lead us to self-destruct. There are three questions one can ask. Do we really know or understand how emotions work? Can we describe how they occur? How can we maintain health and wellbeing when they are active?
In today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to share...
2024-04-2237 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Women Can Stop the Harm, Live Happier and Break Free from Chronic AngerAnger presents itself in many ways. Do you feel like anger is simmering inside just beneath the surface? Are you afraid that the rolling boil of anger you carry will cause a mess by boiling over? Do you habitually blow up to
release stress only to find it returns with a vengeance?
All month we are talking about anger and its relationship to the stress response. There is a cost that women (and men) pay for their chronic anger. It affects their lives and wellbeing.
In today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to sha...
2024-04-1533 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Fierce Steps to Tame the Emotional Monsters that Keep Women StressedAnger, jealousy, and fear are emotions that can be felt intensely. They are not usually one-off experiences. These and other emotions form a pattern of habitual emotional responses that affect how we act, interact, and react daily.
These habitual patterns also influence the stress response. Do you wonder what causes you to be stressed all the time?
In today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to begin a discussion about habitual emotional responses and patterns that keep you stressed. Today’s topic “3 Fierce Steps to Tame the Emotional Monsters that
Keep Women Stressed.”
Marcyl...
2024-04-0834 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWhy You Should Use Micro-Affirmations to influence Employee WellbeingWe’ve talked about microaggressions and the negative effect it has on
one’s health and wellbeing. There is an alternative form of behavior that
promotes a welcoming environment, positive health and overall wellbeing.
In today’s “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline we are going to share “Why
You Should Use Micro-Affirmations to Influence Employee Wellbeing.”
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of
Georgia and a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. She is the
owner of M.L. Bailey Consultants, LLC, a private therapy practice that
specializes in grief, loss, an...
2024-03-1829 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyGuided Meditation to Relieve Feelings of Anger and ResentmentMindfulness meditation is a powerful practice that enables strength,
stability, and clarity of mind. This centuries old practice has many forms and
definitions. Mindfulness can be described as learning to bring our attention to
the present moment by focusing on our breath and seeing what arises without
judgment.
We are living in a stress filled world. Everywhere we turn, we are
bombarded with words and images of anger, distrust, and dissension. This is
occurring in our homes, in the workplace, and in schools. A simple visit to the
store may expose you to the anger and resentment...
2024-03-1126 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyEffective Mindfulness Strategies to Address Microaggressions in the Workplace Part 2It ranges from comments about your hair to having your education and experience minimized to being excluded. Micro Aggressions are prevalent in workspaces and Women of Color are often the targets of the behavior. Micro-Aggressions are delivered in several ways and are easily categorized.
Constant exposure to micro-aggressive behavior affects one’s wellbeing which includes mental health. It also contributes to the deterioration of a professional work environment.
We know, that when addressing microaggressions, supervisors may ‘blame the victim’ attributing the problem to the recipient. Supervisors may also ignore or minimize the concern causing the recipi...
2024-03-0436 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey10 Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Address Microaggressions in the Workplace Part 1It ranges from comments about your hair to having your education and experience minimized to being excluded. Micro Aggressions are prevalent in workspaces and Women of Color are often the targets of the behavior.
Micro-Aggressions are delivered in several ways and are easily
categorized.
Constant exposure to micro-aggressive behavior affects one’s
wellbeing which includes mental health. It also contributes to the
deterioration of a professional work environment.
We know, that when addressing microaggressions, supervisors
may ‘blame the victim’ attributing the problem to the recipient. Supervisors may also ignore or minimize the concern causin...
2024-02-2635 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Ways Women Over 40 Can Conquer Anger and Prioritize Mental HealthIs your anger causing you to have problems with your
co-workers? Do you respond with short, sarcastic statements when addressing your family? Do you often feel like you are a simmering pot of water waiting for a burst of heat to send you to a boiling point?
Say “amen” if you are a woman over 40 who feels this way.
These feelings cause stress levels to increase and contribute to depressed and anxious feelings.
On today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline we are going to
share insights and strategies to help you navigate anger and positively influence...
2024-02-1937 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Keep Good Changes from Causing Bad StressChange is hard, especially when it is a change that is
unwanted or one that causes harm. What about changes that you may desire? Those often cause overwhelming stress as well.
Why do we become stressed out over transitions that we want?
Moving to a new location, starting a new job, or trying a new hairstyle may create increased stress. How do we navigate these desired changes in a way to keep stress at a minimum?
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are
going to talk about “How to Keep Good C...
2024-02-0530 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Practice Mindfulness of the BreathBreathing is something we do without thinking about it, yet
it's essential to being alive. When we intentionally pay attention to our breath, we can tap into a powerful tool. Mindfulness of the breath simply means focusing on the sensations of each inhalation and exhalation. As we tune into our breath in a gentle way, we may feel calmer, clearer, and more present.
Bringing awareness to this automatic function can strengthen our connection to ourselves and ground us in a meaningful way.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we are
going to talk...
2024-01-2925 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyExpert Tips: How to Lower Anxiety and Stress When Faced with ChangeWe experience change throughout life. Sometimes we celebrate
it. Remember losing your first tooth? We avoid it. Why else would we put chemicals in our hair to cover the gray. We also fight against it. Just go to a reunion and watch the older athletes attempt to prove they still got it.
The idea of change causes increased anxiety and stress especially as we age. Which is a form of change.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, we are going address change and share “Expert Tips: How to Lower Anxiety and Stress When F...
2024-01-2236 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Focused Steps to Find Emotional Calm and Stability Amidst the StormDo you sometimes feel as if you are being carried away by
waves of emotions? What does that look like exactly? When cruise ships encounter active waves and choppy waters, the captain may caution the passengers to be careful while navigating the ship.
If you have ever been on a cruise when the ship navigated into rough waters, you probably had to hold on to steady yourself as you walked. The ship probably rocked side to side or left to right. Your stomach may have turned upside down.
You settled yourself by sitting or holding...
2024-01-1532 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyGood Better Best: the Comparisons that Cause Anxiety, Depression and StressWe are born into a world of comparisons. One of the first comparisons is found in the question “who does the baby look like? Then there are the comparison statements. “The baby has hair just like her mother when she was a baby.” “He has his father’s eyes.”
Comparisons do not stop there. We are taught to observe, analyze, and measure our worth based on how we perceive others. “You should be more like your sister.” “I wish you could sing like your brother.” “Your friend is such a good student, why don’t you study a lot like her?”
...
2024-01-0835 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey4 Actions to Make the Holiday Season Merry and BrightThe holiday season often comes loaded with expectations of perfect gatherings, Instagram-worthy moments, and carefree cheer. But behind the scenes, many of us struggle with stress, loneliness, or simply feeling let down when reality doesn’t match the Hallmark channel fantasies.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline we’re exploring 4 simple mindset shifts and actions that can help make your holiday season truly merry and bright, by focusing less on what’s missing and more on what really nurtures our happiness.
Join us as we share “4 Actions to Make the Holiday Season Merry and Br...
2023-12-0435 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow to Support Someone Who is Grieving a Loss During the HolidaysThey decline your invitation to come to your home for a holiday gathering. They isolate themselves and just don't seem to have holiday cheer. Your cheerfulness doesn't seem to affect them in a positive way. You've tried your best, but your bestie insists on being grumpy.
Over the past month, I have shared how you can "Get Through the Holidays Without Losing It." Some of you are participating in the hyped version of my program and are receiving 30 messages, 30 activities in 30 days. I focused on actions that you can take to make your holidays more enjoyable.
2023-11-2730 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileySaying No: 3 Super Simple Ways to Bring Stress Down during the HolidaysYou learned
to say “no” before you could say the word “yes.” For many women, saying “no”
especially during the holidays is difficult. We do not want to disappoint
anyone. We also do not want to foster hard feelings.
To Get
Through the Holidays Without Losing It, it is necessary and okay to give
yourself permission to say “no.”
In this
episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline we will share “Saying No: 3 Super
Simple Ways to Bring Stress Down During the Holidays.”
M.L. Bailey Consultants helps women live healthy lives
through strategic stress managem...
2023-11-2029 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Jigsaw Puzzles Can Help Women Over 40 Stay Mindful and Relaxed During the HolidaysAre you
looking for a non-contentious activity to boost the holiday spirit at home? Why
not try a jigsaw puzzle? Jigsaw puzzles have special benefits for women over 40
and their families during the holidays.
We know that
the holidays can be a stressful time for women over 40. With so many
obligations and expectations, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and
bustle of the season.
That's why
it's important to take time for yourself and engage in activities that bring
you joy and help you stay present. One great way to do this...
2023-11-0627 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Steps to Rebuild Family Bonds for a Joyous Relaxed Holiday SeasonRepairing relationships is a process that may move quickly or may need to progress incrementally and over time. Unfortunately, it is a process that is often overlooked. This creates fissions in families and contributes to hardship.
We are healthier and stronger when we belong to a cohesive, supportive group of people. This begins with family.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline we will share “5 Steps to Rebuild Family Bonds for a Joyous and Relaxed Holiday Season.”
M.L. Bailey Consultants helps women live healthy lives
through strategic stress management and solution focused...
2023-10-3030 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyAchieve Harmony in Your Holiday Gatherings - 3 Expert Communication StrategiesQuick! What is the one thing that can ruin a family holiday
gathering? No, it isn’t bad potato salad or an undercooked turkey. The one thing that can ruin a family gathering is communication, or lack thereof.
The way in which we express opinions, deliver information, or
receive messages can affect the tone of a family gathering. In an instant the tenor of a gathering can move from tasteful to tacky.
Longstanding grudges, hurts, or perceptions may also cloud
one’s ability to communicate in love, with compassion and empathy.
Communication does not...
2023-10-1630 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHey Girl! Amaze Yourself by Getting Free of Holiday StressThe holidays create stress and anxiety for women over 40
because we tend to take on the brunt of planning, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and hosting. While others are excited about the season, ours is full of managing family gatherings, buying gifts, and decorating.
Stress and overwhelm are part of the role, right? Wrong!
We are going to help you prepare for the holidays in a way that will allow you to relax and enjoy yourself.
On this episode of "Stress Talk" Live with Marcyline, we are talking to you. "Hey Girl! Amaze Yourself by...
2023-10-0934 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyMaster the Art of Self-Care: Learn the 3 Proven Steps for Women Over 40Mastery is having control over something. Taking good care
is a struggle for many women over 40. We struggle with time. We experience guilt. Women also have their own mental barriers to contend with.
Are you wanting to master the art of self-care for women over 40? If so, you are in the right place.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to share “Master the Art of Self-Care: Learn the 3 Proven Steps for Women Over 40.”
M.L. Bailey Consultants helps women live healthy lives
through strategic stress management and solution focused...
2023-09-2531 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow Women Over 40 Wear Selfish Like a Sexy Little Black DressYou go to work daily, whether from home or on the job. This takes TIME.
You are expected to be fully present and fully attentive to the
work. TIME.
Likewise, you are also expected to always be available for your
spouse, children, and adult parents. More TIME.
The pressure of knowing everyone's schedule, keeping track of their favorite socks or shirts, or coordinating activities can be overwhelming even without the added work stress.
You’re having to pay attention to TIME.
Women often blame lack of time as the re...
2023-09-1134 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyStress Free Workplace: What Women Over 40 Need to Feel Empowered, Safe and StableStressed at work? Stress happens when we feel unsafe, unstable, and insecure. How often do you feel this way?
According to the 2023 Work in America Survey by the American Psychological Association, a large number of workers are stressed.
For women over 40, stress is compounded by other major life
factors. This includes responsibilities of work, home, and family.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to share “Stress Free Workplace: What Women Over 40 Need to Feel Empowered, Safe and Stable.”
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2023-09-0428 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHelping Women Over 40 Create an Amazing Lifestyle Built on Mindfulness Part 2In this episode of "Stress Talk" Live with Marcyline, we continue to share the foundational attitudes of mindfulness practice. We believe that women over 40 can build amazing lifestyles when they incorporate these attitudes into their daily lives.
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2023-08-2830 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHelping Women Over 40 Create an Amazing Lifestyle Built on MindfulnessMindfulness is the buzzword of the day. We are admonished to breathe or to focus. There is so much more to mindfulness than just breathing and paying attention. We can all focus on our breathing and pay
attention for a short time.
Mindfulness is a way of life. It is a lifestyle that can lead to good health and longevity. How exactly can women over 40 live mindfully
in their everyday lives?
We are going to answer this question as we review attitudes that promote mindfulness in this episode of "Stress Talk" Live with Marcyline.
2023-08-2130 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyUnlock Peace and Calm: Manage Overwhelming Stress with 5 Mind-Body ActionsHow quickly do you recover when a car cuts you off while
driving? How long does it take you to let go of the feelings you have after a contentious encounter? When was the last time you really let go and let God?
Each time we are faced with a situation that is uncomfortable, frightening, or difficult, we go into fight or flight mode. The
stress response, as it is called, starts no matter how small or large the
incident. As a result, a surge of adrenalin, cortisol and other stress hormones are released into the bloodstream.
2023-08-1431 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyDe-Stress with Every Bite: The Benefits of Eating SlowlyDo you even remember what you ate yesterday?
Let’s face it, women are walking, breathing, eat in our car Stress Eaters.
We eat when we feel stressed, and we experience stress when we eat.
Stress eating contributes to weight gain, poor digestion and stress on the body.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to guide you to share “De-stress with Every Bite: The Benefits of Eating Slowly.”
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2023-07-3130 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWant to Reduce Stress? Try This Surprising Technique Using Your 5 SensesAre you a mother who barely gets to sit down to eat your meal before it gets cold? Are you jumping up to attend to the needs of your spouse or children?
Do you eat lunch at your desk? Are you gulping down your food so that you have time to use the restroom before your 30-minute lunch break is over?
Do you have indigestion or stomach cramps after eating? Can you remember what you ate and what it tasted like? Are you sleepy in the
afternoon, after eating?
In this episode of “St...
2023-07-2436 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileySavor Your Food and Reduce Stress: Why Eating Slowly Should Be Your New HabitYou eat in your car as you wait for the traffic light to change.
You sit at your desk fielding calls and inquiries as you gulp down that burger. Sometimes you mindlessly eat caramel corn while watching the newest episode of your evening game show.
Eating quickly is a habit that is causing you to gain weight, experience heartburn and bloating. Not only that, but you also cannot remember what you ate before you reach the next meal.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are going to share “Savor Your Food a...
2023-07-1028 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWomen, Nutrition and Stress with Special Guest Jerlyn JonesWhen thinking about healthy eating, we often focus on weight
loss. Our goal is to lose weight to look slim and trim.
What is the real outcome we seek? Healthy eating has many
more benefits.
It can slow aging, increase the body’s capacity to heal, provide
energy, and lower overall stress.
On today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline our special
guest will talk about how healthy eating benefits women as we discuss “Women, Nutrition and Stress with Special Guest Jerlyn Jones, the Lifestyle Dietician.”
Jerlyn Jones is a registered dietitian nutritionist...
2023-07-0533 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyDiscover the 7 Most Comforting Home Aromas that Instantly Reduce StressHow can you lower stress immediately upon walking into your home? Smell an aroma that brings about warm, loving memories.
Aromas that are linked to positive memories lower stress and improve mood. They can also help you to remember important facts.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, I will help you to “Discover the 7 Most Comforting Home Aromas that Instantly Reduce Stress.”
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2023-06-2631 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Amazing Self-Care Exercise Hacks to Transform the Lives of Overworked WomenYou worked all day, made sure your teenager got to their summer job, and spent time with your elderly parents. Now, you are heading home.
First you need to stop by the grocery store, then run to the pharmacy. Oh darn, you told your spouse that you would get the dog’s food. You
forgot. Okay, stop by the pet store first then go to the grocery.
This is a snapshot of the life of overworked women. How do you include stress releasing exercise into your day? Where do you find the time?
In...
2023-06-1933 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyDiscover the Secret Summer Scents that Soothe Over-Stressed WomenYou are in a store and smell a fragrance that immediately triggers a memory of 3rd grade. The fragrance reminds you of that
worn by your 3rd grade teacher. She was strict and a bit harsh at times. Your memory lasts a few minutes and then you move on with your day.
Walking into the garden center, you smell roses, your grandmother’s favorite flower. Suddenly you feel overwhelmed with emotions. The
fragrance initiated warm thoughts of her and the love you had for her.
Fragrances can influence our moods and emotions. The impact can be...
2023-06-1234 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyA Simple Summer Self-Care Hack that Really Lowers Stress LevelsStressed women are always looking for hacks to meet their need to lower stress and to take good care of themselves. Often summer self-care hacks require you to set aside additional time, spend more money, or expend more effort to lower your stress levels.
Unfortunately, the outcomes do not last. When we encourage solution focused self-care and strategic stress management, we are promoting
lifestyle tweaks that support long-lasting health results.
During this month, we are sharing summer self-care hacks that produce long-lasting stress relief.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, I am s...
2023-06-0530 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyThe 3 Strategic Actions Every Woman Needs to Take to Survive Summer HolidaysMemorial Day is the unofficial start of summer.
Cookouts, beach parties, parties in the park and backyard gatherings become the norm for several months. For women who are already overworked, overstressed, and approaching burnout, these gatherings may seem like too much of a good thing.
This means lots of work and very little fun.
How can we stop dreading the planning, prepping, and prioritizing that is required for a fun filled holiday gathering?
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, I am sharing “The 3 Strategic Actions Every Woman Needs to Take t...
2023-05-2927 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Under-the-Radar Self-Care Practices that Abolish Overwhelming StressOverwhelming stress is caused by a stress response that does not let up. Stress hormones are constantly pumped into the body keeping us in
“fight or flight” mode. This puts a strain on the body and leads to illness and chronic health conditions.
“Super” women, because of their roles and responsibilities, may ignore the signs and symptoms of overwhelming stress. This can cause them
to reach burnout. There are a number of sustainable self-care practices that can help.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, I am sharing “3 Under-the-Radar Self-Care Practices that Abolish Overwhelming St...
2023-05-2231 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileySay Goodbye to Stress with these 3 Life-Changing Self-Care Practices
“I am the strong one.” “Everyone comes to me.” “I change my plans to accommodate others.”
Do these words describe you? If so, you are not alone.
These are the words of women I see regularly. Many of them work full-time. They have responsibilities at home taking care of their families. They also have extended families they care about deeply. They are overwhelmed, exhausted and close to burnout.
They often do not know what to do to change how they feel.
In this episode of “Stress Talk” Live with Marcyline, I am sharing “Say G...
2023-05-0831 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyThe Underestimated Power of Boundary-setting for Women's Self-care and Stress ReductionBoundaries! They are the overlooked powerhouses of self-care and stress reduction for women. What stops women from using them to their benefit?
In this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline you will learn about vulnerabilities that make it hard to set boundaries, the boundaries you need right now, and the most important key to setting those boundaries.
We are talking about The Underestimated Power of Boundary-Setting for Women’s Self-care and Stress Reduction.
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2023-04-2429 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyClearing Emotional Clutter to Lower Stress and Live a Healthy LifeEmotional wounds, insensitive statements adults you respected made when we were younger, and rejection are all emotional baggage that we carry with us as adults. We can also add traumatic experiences and hardships to this baggage.
Unfortunately, many women believe that we must hold on to this clutter although it does not serve or benefit us in any way.
In today’s “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, we are talking about Clearing Emotional Clutter to Lower Stress and Live a Healthy Life.
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2023-03-0628 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow can mature women really reduce stress by setting daily intentionsWelcome Ladies and welcome those of you who are watching via the replay and listening to the podcast.
Are you a woman over 40 who is depressed, anxious, or both? Feel overwhelmed by your roles as a wife, mother, or adult daughter of aging parents? Is work causing you to feel overworked and overstressed?
I GET IT. I was there too…until I transformed the way I saw myself and interacted with the world around me. I am Marcyline Bailey. I share what I’ve learned to help guide you as a woman over 40 to live your...
2022-09-1930 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyAvoid mom burnout how to use this one surprisingly strong methodWelcome Ladies and welcome those of you who are watching via the replay and listening to the podcast.
I’m Marcyline Bailey of Stress Talk. Stress Talk shares strategies for overstressed, over 40 “super” women to lower their stress levels and boost their energy. When stress and energy levels are “just right,” we have exactly what we need to meet the challenges we face daily.
Today we are talking about
The one surprisingly strong method moms can use to avoid burnout
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2022-05-3034 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyRetreat When a Vacation is Not EnoughThe world is going bonkers, and it may feel like you are too. Stress is compounding daily. We are bombarded with negative news, messages and images that increase stress and anxiety. So, how can we Reset? The answer is Retreat.
In today's "Stress Talk" with Marcyline we kick off the month with a discussion about the the need to retreat and the features of a healthy retreat.
Stress Talk shares strategies for overstressed, over 40 “super” women to lower their stress levels to a “just right” point. When stress levels are “just right,” we have the motivation a...
2022-04-1336 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey3 Steps from the Finish LineThe New Year is here and many are starting to work on goals or resolutions. Sprinters, marathoners, race car drivers all know that the race is won at the starting line.
In today's "Stress Talk" with Marcyline I am going to share 3 key factors what will get you "3 Steps from the Finish Line" quicker than you expect.
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2022-01-1237 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyICYMI Get Through the Holidays Without Losing It RECAPIn this episode of “Stress Talk” with Marcyline, I will review the stress hacks my special guests shared to help you Get Through the Holidays (without losing it.)
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2021-12-2240 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyDo Any of These 5 Things Increase Your Stress LevelStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for "super" women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
"Stress Talk" Podcast returns today giving overwhelmed "super" women the "super" powers they need to rejuvenate your mind, body, spirit, and soul and feel rested, relaxed, and refreshed as...
2021-07-1440 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyGet Out Your Seat and Move: 20 Ways to Move More and Release Stress at WorkStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Do you put on stress like you put on your shoes in the morning? Do you get more stressed as the day progresses? Are you frustrated that you cannot...
2021-05-1935 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWork Your Workout In with Fitness Expert Crystal EllingtonStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Our special guest for this Episode of "Stress Talk" with Marcyline is Crystal Ellington. Mrs. Ellington is a nutritional advisor, a certified personal trainer and a group exercise instructor...
2021-05-0533 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWearing the Cape: Superwoman Syndrome, Stress and Black WomenChronic stress kills Black women. Studies have repeatedly shown that stress contributes to the health disparities experienced by Black women. Dr. Cheryl Woods-Giscombe studied the effects of Stress and the Superwoman Syndrome that is pervasive among Black women.
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to...
2021-04-2840 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyStop Stressing Over Cooking: Save Time, Money and Stress with These TipsStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Eating healthily was a major concern for my family. When our daughters were younger, they participated in activities practically every night after school. Cooking a full meal from scratch...
2021-04-2139 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyTalking Stress with Special Guest Franette MokStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
In this episode, we continue our discussion about negative thoughts and their contribution to overwhelming stress. Our special guest today is Franette Mok who is a Licensed Professional Clinical C...
2021-04-1435 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyReflect Reframe ReformStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Easter is one of the holiest days in the Christian faith. As I thought about this past year, I reflected on the pain that many have endured. I then...
2021-04-0725 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey[Guided Meditation] Anchor Your Wandering MindStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Our minds are like puppies who are experiencing the world for the first time. Puppies like to wander and explore. Without the proper training, they grow unruly with little...
2021-03-3136 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWhat Were You ThinkingStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Have you ever been asked "what were you thinking?" If so, you know the guilt and shame that this question can levy. Have you ever asked yourself the question "...
2021-03-2431 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyStop Worrying in Four Reasonable StepsStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Do you find yourself worrying about life after the pandemic? Are you wondering if the pandemic is finally under control? Does your stress increase when you think about sending...
2021-03-1737 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyA Mindful Way to Respond When Faced with an EmergencyStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
What is the first thing that you think when the phone rings in the middle of the night? Do you think something is wrong? How does that thought make...
2021-03-1028 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow a New Kind of Thinking Helped Me DestressStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Do you know that the way we think affects the stress response? Yes, it does.
In this episode, we are going to talk about how using a n...
2021-03-0331 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyStrategies to Help You Stress Less Through the COVID PandemicStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Is masking, isolation, or the fear of getting COVID making you stressed? Well, you are not alone. The world is dealing with uncertainty, fear, and loss. The pandemic has...
2021-02-2537 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyA Hidden Cause of Stress that Surprises Many Women - Foggy ThinkingHave you ever driven through fog? Fog is common in the south where I live. Cold air bumps into warm air and creates a thick blanket that makes it hard to see.
When we are ambivalent or unsure about the path we are taking, our thinking gets foggy. Foggy thinking creates overwhelming #stress.
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive...
2021-02-1722 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyDo You Want Stress Relief? Clarify Your VisionStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
In this episode, we talk about the benefits of having a clear vision for your life. Think of it as a hidden stress reliever.
You are also...
2021-02-1031 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyValues are Vital to Stress ManagementStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
In this episode, we talk about the impact core values have on stress levels.
You are also invited to join the Stress Talk Facebook group, like and...
2021-02-0525 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHazards of Ignoring the Signs of StressStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
In this episode, we talk about the Hazards of Ignoring the Signs of Stress.
You are also invited to join the Stress Talk Facebook group, like and...
2021-01-2126 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWant Stress Relief? Start at the BeginningStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
Have you ever started watching a movie in the middle? The movie is on and you see a scene that captures your interest, so you watch it until the...
2021-01-1328 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyWelcome to Stress Talk with Marcyline BaileyStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey is the real talk about stress podcast for working women who are tired of feeling stressed and close to burnout. We talk about those underlying causes of stress that you may not recognize. We also share preventive actions you may not have considered. Our goal is for you to develop a personal plan to limit the overwhelming stress that compounds throughout your day.
In this episode, we will introduce Stress Talk and share our calendar and plans for the year 2021.
You are also invited to join the Stress Talk Facebook...
2021-01-0618 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyThree Ways I Overcame Side Hustle Business LimitationsStarting a side hustle business is difficult enough when working a full-time job. Add to it a family, no extra money, time constraints and few connections.
Marcyline Bailey, LCSW shares how commitments to three ideas created an environment that helped M.L. Bailey Consultants grow.
Read more: Three Ways I Overcame Side Hustle Business Limitations on REAL Social Workers Online Magazine
2020-07-1512 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyHow I Stay Focused During a Busy DaySide Hustle Social Workers know that staying focused on tasks during a busy workday requires planning. I use different strategies to stay attentive to my work responsibilities. While these strategies help maintain productivity, they do little to manage multiple interruptions. Interruptions work against productivity and contribute to work related frustration.
Marcyline Bailey of M.L. Bailey Consultants shares 5 situations that take away our focus. She also shares her personal strategies to deal with them.
Read More: How I Stay Focused During Busy Days on REAL Social Workers Online Magazine
2020-07-1115 minStress Talk with Marcyline BaileyMy Journey to Creating M.L. Bailey ConsultantsThe month of July is "Get to Know Us" month at M.L. Bailey Consultants. We are sharing stories to help you get to know who we are and what we are about.
In this episode, I share how I came to start a part-time private practice and consulting firm.
Read more at My Journey to Creating M.L. Bailey Consultants on REAL Social Workers Online Magazine
2020-07-0909 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Smart Holiday ActionsSocial workers are boosting their social work incomes and find satisfaction in their professional careers by moving into the entrepreneurial arena. Many experience success in their business ventures because they apply their skills and abilities in areas of interest. While some may not desire to leave their full-time jobs, they can still benefit from starting a side hustle that gives them the business ownership and creative opportunity they desire.
This episode will share 5 actions a side hustle social worker may take on the holiday.
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works full-time...
2019-11-2807 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Smart RelationshipsRelationships are vital to the success of a side hustle business. We think about networking with other business professionals or business owners in an effort to meet the "right" people who we think can propel our work.
Sustainable, successful and satisfying businesses grow with the help of healthy relationships. We should also understand how we relate.
This episode will discuss 5 smart types of relationships that can make or break your business. (You've probably not considered several of them.)
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works full-time and mentors social workers in...
2019-11-1011 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Smart QuestionsStarting a side hustle business is a daunting task. The goal of most side hustle entrepreneurs is to build a sustainable, successful and satisfying business. Honestly answering 5 Smart Questions is the key to creating a stable foundation for your side hustle.
This episode with introduce the 5 Smart Questions and share considerations for answering.
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works full-time and mentors social workers in the area of creating sustainable, successful and satisfying side hustles. Her website is REAL Social Workers Online Magazine.
2019-11-1013 minStress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Smart Reasons Being a Side Hustle Entrepreneur is Not for youLet's face it, side hustle entrepreneurship is not for everyone. In addition to having a fab idea that meets customer needs, the successful side hustle business owner has 5 distinguishing characteristics. These characteristics are vital to the health of the business.
This episode reviews 5 top reasons a side hustle business may not be for you.
Marcyline Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works full-time and mentors social workers in the area of creating sustainable, successful and satisfying side hustles. Her website is REAL Social Workers Online Magazine.
2019-11-1012 min
Stress Talk with Marcyline Bailey5 Smart Reasons to Consider a Side HustleSocial workers are boosting their social work incomes and find satisfaction in their professional careers by moving into the entrepreneurial arena. Many experience success in their business ventures because they apply their skills and abilities in areas of interest. While some may not desire to leave their full-time jobs, they can still benefit from starting a side hustle that gives them the business ownership and creative opportunity they desire.
This episode will share 5 valid reasons a social worker should begin thinking about starting a side hustle business.
(My apologies for the barking dog in the ba...
2019-10-2709 min