Refuel Your Fire

Today we’re going to be exploring what I believe to be one of the most crucial aspects of burnout prevention and recovery: Setting boundaries. To help you put into practice what we discuss in today’s episode I’ve created a workbook which you can access via my online store here: https://www.thecheatsheets.co/mastering-boundaries-workbookToday’s Episode LinksBook a free guided coaching session: https://www.thecheatsheets.co/Website and Blog: https://www.laurenkress.com/Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBPmUIW8-VwGwkqc5tHON4w/Mastering Boundaries Workbook: https://www.thecheatsheets.co/mastering-boundaries-workbookThanks for listening to Refuel Your Fire! Subscribe for free to receive new posts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

In this episode we explore valuable insights on the role of each macronutrient, including healthy food sources, and how to make informed dietary choices based on your health and fitness goals. Whether you're a wellness enthusiast or a novice in the realm of nutrition, this episode serves as your go-to resource for nourishing your body and refuelling your fire.Episode Links:Grab a copy of my short eBook/Macronutrient Cheat sheets: Know Your Macronutrients via my online shop here: https://www.thecheatsheets.co/know-your-macronutrientsTo connect with me further visit my website: https://www.laurenkress.com or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-kress/Learn more about Low GI and GL foods via the app: https://glycemic-index.net/download/Track your macronutrients via a free app like My Fitness Pal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/The more high tech tool I’ve been using to understand whether my body is burning carbohydrates or fats is called Lumen. You can find out more about Lumen here: https://www.lumen.me/Thanks for reading Refuel Your Fire! Subscribe for free to receive updates on new podcasts, posts and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

Join Lauren Kress in this episode of Refuel Your Fire to unlock the power of a well-rested mind and body.Episode Links:Visit https://www.thecheatsheets.co/fitness to register for the free workout training session that best aligns with your fitness goals.To view the fitness and career coaching 1-on-1 offers I mentioned head over to https://www.thecheatsheets.coTo learn more about Lauren and the work they do, visit https://www.laurenkress.comTo connect with Lauren on LinkedIn head to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-kress/Thanks for reading Refuel Your Fire! Subscribe for free to receive new posts - because daily stress, overwhelm and exhaustion shouldn’t be the norm. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

In today’s episode we’re talking about how to nurture your inner child and why it matters. Join Lauren Kress as they share 12 questions you can ask yourself this holiday season to get to know your inner child and your authentic self a little better.To access the 12 questions discussed in today’s episode head over to my article on substack: https://laurenkress.substack.com/p/12-questions-to-ask-your-inner-childUnderstanding how to nurture your inner child can help to prevent burnout and promote self care whilst expanding your career horizons. To learn more, visit my website here: https://www.laurenkress.comPs. Please remember that help is available and there is no shame in needing it or asking for it. If you need support don't hesitate to contact Lifeline: 13 11 14 or send an SMS to: 0477 131 114Thanks for reading Refuel Your Fire! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

In today’s episode I share 5 key ingredients for preventing burnout. Whether your fire is starving, suffocating or burning, these proven strategies can help you improve your self-care routine and enable you to thrive. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

Hey hey! Well it's certainly been a while! Here's the first official podcast episode for my new series: Refuel Your Fire! In this episode I share what to expect from this series and explain The Self Care Spectrum: a self-assessment tool I've developed to help people understand and self-assess their risk of burnout.As I mentioned on the show, I've also launched the Refuel Your Fire series as a newsletter on LinkedIn and Substack. There are five editions of the newsletter available on LinkedIn here.If you'd like to take a closer look at The Self-Care Spectrum and learn about the work I'm doing you can visit my website here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

What's self awareness and why is it important? When you were growing up did you have parents, teachers or other people close to you telling you who you were, what you were good and not good at, what your interests should and shouldn't be? In today's episode I'm exploring how it can be difficult to figure out who we are when we have other people in our lives trying to define our narrative for us and how I recently found my way past that.I also talk about the 16 personality types, different cognitive functions and mental health challenges. Please see the links below for resources and further information:16 Personalities (The Basics): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYKtIlBgwLgCognitive Functions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4VxJVnNS3gFor information, help, support and guidance about mental health and mental illness, you can check out the following resources:Mental Health Australia: https://mhaustralia.orgLifeline Australia: https://www.lifeline.org.au/Black Dog Institute: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/Better Help: https://www.betterhelp.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

In this episode I'm talking about risk-taking, types of risks and why taking risks is important to achieve our career and life goals. I also share 3 types assumptions: paradigmatic assumption, prescriptive assumption and causal assumption to help us understand more about how we can get in our own way or identify how others can get in their own way of reaching their potential.To access the episode on decision making I mention in this podcast head over to my episode published on Nov 30th, 2020: "Decision making in business for optimal growth"You can also access my short 3-minute video on the 7 step decision making process here: https://youtu.be/d53AFjxT5hQAnd if you're interested in the analytical video I put together taking a closer look at the "law" of attraction, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/T7sHon8GZGkThis podcast is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak at your event - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Acknowledgement of Country:In the spirit of reconciliation I would like to acknowledge that this podcast is recorded on the traditional land of the Bidjigal and Gadigal People and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I would also like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. I pay my respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living and working on the land today - the land that always was and always will be Aboriginal Land. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

I share my personal journey of discovery in relation to my gender identity and expression along with a broader discussion about the differences between sex, gender and more. I also talk about the deep-dive I've taken into the 16 personalities and what I've found most helpful from this for life and business. As promised in today's episode you can also find out more about the 16 personalities via the new video series I've put up on Youtube:For the 16 personalities basics head to this video: https://youtu.be/hYKtIlBgwLgTo learn about cognitive functions and function stacks for the 16 personalities go here: https://youtu.be/H4VxJVnNS3gAnd to take a deep dive into the 4 temperaments and quadra of the 16 personalities visit this link: https://youtu.be/rEUWRAjSIzwThis podcast is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy Lauren a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire them to speak at your event - to find out about their rates and availability, send them a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Acknowledgement of Country:In the spirit of reconciliation I would like to acknowledge that this podcast is recorded on the traditional land of the Bidjigal and Gadigal People and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I would also like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. I pay my respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living and working on the land today - the land that always was and always will be Aboriginal Land. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

I kick off season 7 with a chat about new year resolutions, mental health, 16 personalties and insights about my entp personality type. I also talk about the paradox of change and the new direction for this podcast in 2022.This podcast is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy Lauren a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire them to speak at your event - to find out about their rates and availability, send them a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Acknowledgement of Country:In the spirit of reconciliation I would like to acknowledge that this podcast is recorded on the traditional land of the Bidjigal and Gadigal People and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I would also like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. I pay my respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living and working on the land today - the land that always was and always will be Aboriginal Land. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

Is entrepreneurship on the cards for your career? In this podcast episode Lauren Kress shares how recently published article about her atypical career path and approach as a business scientist helped her adopt an entrepreneurship mindset. If you prefer to read, you can check out the full article here: https://www.laurenkress.com/entrepreneurship-mindsetWant to have a listen to Lauren's new show Bad Marketing? Check it out here: https://www.laurenkress.com/bad-marketingFind Lauren on Youtube at: https://youtube.com/c/laurenkressConnect with them on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Follow them on Twitter here: http://twitter.com/laurenkress89This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy Lauren a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire them to speak - to find out about their rates and availability, send them a message on LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

As we prepare to get back to business and back to "normal" life here in Sydney, I've been reflecting on the lessons I've learnt for running a small business and building the confidence I needed to succeed. The links and resources I shared in this episode were:For business structure - check out:Think RAPT and Renee Hasseldine's work at https://thinkrapt.comAirtable: https://airtable.comListen to my interview with Renée Hasseldine here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/laurenkress/how-4-visual-models-will-change-your-conFor habit building check out Atomic Habits by James ClearThe episode I recently did on Happenstance Theory was a couple of episodes back called Career AdaptabilityAnd I mentioned Social Cognitive Theory (Albert Bandura) and Social Cognitive Career Theory which are both worth a Google also!Find me on Youtube at: https://youtube.com/c/laurenkressConnect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Follow me on Twitter here: http://twitter.com/laurenkress89This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

The toxic workplace takes a huge toll on our mental health and general sense of wellbeing - so what happens when that workplace is seeping into the place we call home and what can we do about it? In this episode I talk about toxic people, relationships and the responsibility we have to take care of ourselves and our mental health.To learn more about signs of a narcissist check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVK6lhpL8iUI also mention a youtube video that I created about the drama triangle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_XSeUYa0-8Connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Follow me on Twitter here: http://twitter.com/laurenkress89This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

G'day listeners! In today's episode we discuss career development planning in relation to Krumboltz' Happenstance Learning Theory and 4 things you can do to enhance career adaptability.Access the Australian Institute of Management article I mentioned in today's podcast episode here: https://www.aim.com.au/blog/adapt-or-die-why-career-adaptability-vital-your-successConnect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Follow me on Twitter here: http://twitter.com/laurenkress89This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

A mental health podcast episode where I share some of the things that have been helping me through the extended lockdown in Sydney whilst moving and separating from my husband. I also share the inspiration behind season 6 of the podcast and what you can expect from me over the coming weeks.Connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Follow me on Twitter here: http://twitter.com/laurenkress89This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

Today I explain the neuroscience of bias and explore 7 cognitive biases that influence our decision making in business, relationships and life. We'll talk about examples of each and how you can keep a look out for these biases in order to make the most informed decision.Related content I mentioned on today's show:Daniel Kahneman's book: Thinking Fast and SlowYoutube video: Is the law of attraction scientifically proven? https://youtu.be/T7sHon8GZGkYoutube video: What is confirmation bias? https://youtu.be/TTe27DnF4eAPodcast episode: The neuroscience of intuition https://www.spreaker.com/user/laurenkress/the-neuroscience-of-intuition-and-how-toPodcast episode: Decision making in business for optimal growth https://www.spreaker.com/user/laurenkress/decision-making-in-business-for-optimal-This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

As we come to the end of pride month I'm sharing more about my journey and what helped me arrive at deeper insight about myself in relation to this topic. If you've been wondering whether you are a lesbian or bisexual, or someone you care about is trying to figure this out for themselves, this podcast aims to help you peel back the layers on this complex question.If you'd like to hear more episodes like this or have questions that you'd like me to explore on this show please tweet with me @laurenkress89 or message me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/Useful links from the show:Access the lesbian manifesto here: https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2020/12/17/lesbian-manifesto-tiktok/If you're looking for support right now and want to speak with someone, you can chat with an LGBT+ helpline anonymously - here's some places you can go:In Australia:https://qlife.org.au/https://www.7cups.com/lgbtq-chat-room/Overseas:New Zealand: https://safetotalk.nz/get-help-for-yourself/lbgttqi/United States: https://www.glbthotline.org/peer-chat.htmlUnited Kingdom: https://switchboard.lgbt/Canada: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/suicide-prevention-resources/lgbtq/This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

Today I'm going to talk about marketing manipulation and explain the most common emotional motivation triggers used to convince you to buy something you don't necessarily need. We'll also talk about mindful consumption and how looking at advertising in a different way can help you better meet your real needs and get what you're actually looking for.If you like this episode and want me to make more episodes like this please tweet with me @laurenkress89 or message me on LinkedIn."The New Science of Customer Emotions" article I referenced today from Harvard Business Review is available here: https://hbr.org/2015/11/the-new-science-of-customer-emotionsThis podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

In today's episode I talk about fixed vs. growth mindset, the important role fluid identity plays in life and business and the beauty & benefit of challenging societal norms. I also talk about my personal struggles with my gender identity, sexual orientation and relationship preferences co-existing with societal pressures and why I'm excited to see LinkedIn's new pronoun feature arrive in Australia!Useful links:1) Here's where I accessed the fixed vs. growth mindset infographic: https://images.app.goo.gl/JVaZaB3KeWJEp72y92) Here's where I read about fluid identity:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/334507210_Fluid_Identity_Freedom_and_Responsibility and https://www.theupcoming.co.uk/2020/10/14/fluid-identity-why-its-important-and-how-to-change-it/3) These are the episodes where I talk about bisexualty:Bisexuality & Entrepreneurship: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/43750800Bisexuality, Marriage & Self Actualization: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/444744574) This is the episode where I talk more about Maslow's Hierarchy of needs & other motivational frameworks:https://www.spreaker.com/episode/44202165 This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy me a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire me to speak - to find out about my rates and availability, send me a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com

In today's episode we're talking through the 4th and final aspect of the Ikigai framework - monetization. I also reveal a discovery about what the Ikigai really is and explain how the Westernised version of the Ikigai evolved.Here's some useful links from today's show:1. Find out more about National Reconciliation week here: https://nrw.reconciliation.org.au/2. Become a Free member at Lauren's Laboratory to join discussions about this show and more: https://laurenslaboratory.com3. Read about the real meaning of Ikigai at http://ikigaitribe.com/ikigai/ikigai-misunderstood/4. Check out the 12 types of value from Josh Kaufman's book the Personal MBA here: http://book.personalmba.com/12-standard-forms-of-value/This podcast episode is free, but it isn't cheap. To show your support you can leave a rating, write a review or share this episode with someone who'd like it. You can also buy Lauren a cup of coffee on ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/laurenkress or hire her to speak - to find out about her rates and availability, send her a message on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenkress89/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurenkress.substack.com