Navigating Event Week: Stress, Support, and Self-Care

In this impromptu and heartfelt episode, Janessa Storlie dives deep into the rollercoaster of emotions experienced during event week. With two major events on the horizon, Janessa shares her personal journey, the stress and anxiety involved, and offers valuable insights and strategies to manage the mental, emotional, and physical challenges that come with organizing events.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. The Reality of Event Week: Janessa shares the highs and lows of preparing for major events, including feelings of stress, anxiety, and the pressure to perform.
2. Managing Stress and Anxiety: Practical tips for dealing with the intense emotions of event planning, including the importance of self-care and setting boundaries.
3. Mental Health Strategies: Janessa discusses the value of meditation, breathwork, and using supportive apps and programs to maintain mental wellness.
4. Self-Worth and Success: Encouragement to recognize that your worth is not tied to the outcome of an event, and the importance of self-compassion during stressful times.

 

Notable Quotes:

1. "Event week is going to be a rollercoaster of emotions. You are going to have moments where you feel extremely grateful and joyful, and moments where you feel like you're gonna pull all of your hair out."
2. "You are your most valuable asset. You have to take care of you, even if it's event week."
3. "Your worth and your success is not based off of the outcome of an event."

Resources Mentioned:

- Headspace: A meditation and mindfulness app to help manage stress and anxiety. https://www.headspace.com/

- To Be Magnetic: A program focusing on deep self-work and journaling.https://tobemagnetic.com/

- Self Coaching Society by Susie Moore: Provides positive mentorship and masterclasses on overcoming mental blocks. Check out the link for 70% off! https://go.susie-moore.com/t?orid=229545&opid=91

 

Call to Action:

Feeling overwhelmed during event week? Remember, you are not alone. Connect with Janessa and the Local Life Leaders community for support and encouragement. Follow us on Instagram at @LocalLifeLeaders and share your thoughts on this episode. Download and keep this episode handy for those tough times when you need a reminder that you are enough.

 

Website: https://www.locallifeleaders.com/

 

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