Creating a Dopamine Menu, Navigate Change Effectively, and Self-Care Strategies with Payton Sartain

In this solo episode, Marianna is sharing 12 actionable tips to help you manage stress when life feels like a never-ending to-do list. From time-blocking and brain dumps to managing decision fatigue and creating boundaries, these small but impactful habits can make your busy schedule feel more balanced and manageable. Marianna also dives into why saying “no” can protect your time, how to build a consistent sleep routine, and the power of gratitude and decluttering your space. Whether you're juggling work, personal life, or everything in between, this episode will give you practical strategies to feel more in control and less stressed.

How would your life change if you stopped worrying about what others think and started living for yourself? In this empowering episode, Marianna sits down with Mel Robbins, renowned motivational speaker and author, to discuss how to break free from fear and judgment, and take bold, decisive action in your personal and professional life. Mel shares her revolutionary Let Them Theory. She dives into how this approach not only helps you build confidence but also allows you to navigate relationships—whether in your career, friendships, or romantic life—with authenticity. She discusses how embracing this mindset can help strengthen existing relationships, set healthy boundaries, and foster deeper connections built on trust, respect, and mutual growth. Mel shares actionable tools to handle difficult relationships and offers strategies for applying this mindset shift to your career and personal growth.

Are you tired of feeling like anxiety is something you just have to live with? In this episode, Dr. Nicole Cain, author of Panic Proof: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever, reveals a fresh approach to healing anxiety by understanding its root causes. She breaks down the nine types of anxiety, shares practical tools like “panic packs” to reset your mind in the moment, and explains how gut health, movement, and tailored exercises can transform your mental well-being. Plus, she’ll teach you the powerful 3-minute hack to release emotional tension and regain control. If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start thriving, this conversation is for you!

Curious about your Enneagram type and how it can transform your life? In this episode, certified Enneagram coach Stephanie Barron Hall shares her expertise on the motivations behind the nine Enneagram types and how understanding them can enhance personal growth, improve relationships, and create harmony in the workplace. With practical tools and a compassionate approach, Stephanie explains how to navigate challenges, deepen self-awareness, and embrace a non-linear journey of growth with patience and self-compassion. Whether you're new to the Enneagram or looking to apply it in everyday life, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

What is emotional intelligence, and how can it transform the way you navigate life and relationships? In this episode, psychotherapist Dr. Elisabeth Crain breaks down emotional intelligence and its impact on how we navigate life and relationships. She shares practical tips for strengthening self-awareness, regulating emotions, and improving social skills through daily check-ins, body scans, and mindfulness techniques. Dr. Crain also explains the difference between empathy and sympathy, how to set boundaries to protect your energy, and ways to build deeper connections through active listening and communication.