Pursue What Matters

Do you understand what happens to you when stressed? Do you know how coping can help you? Join me as I break down the functions of the brain so you can cope more effectively    This podcast will help you: Understand the structure and function of your brain  Learn what your brain is doing when you’re stressed Identify brain-body regulation keys to help you cope    Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.    See more at: www.drmelissasmith.com/174-brainonstress

This week I am reviewing Ryan Holiday's book, Stillness is the Key, where we learn the benefits of cultivating stillness in your mind and body to navigate life’s challenges successfully.   This podcast will help you: Understand the benefits of stillness Cultivate stillness in your mind & body Learn how stillness can help you navigate life crises   Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.  Learn more at: www.drmelissasmith.com/podcast  

This week is all about coping skills. Coping skills are the antidote to life's challenges. Coping skills contribute to better physical and mental health, greater happiness, and better overall well-being.    This podcast will help you: Understand why coping skills are so important  Learn 7 evidence-based coping skills Consistently use coping skills in daily life   Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.    www.drmelissasmith.com/podcast  

Tune in for Part 2 of my series on slowing down, where you’ll learn to stop being busy and instead focus on doing what moves the needle most. In this episode, we will discuss questions to ask yourself and I’ve got a handy tool to help you assess the quality of your activities.    This podcast will help you: Organize your highest priorities Gain clarity on purpose by utilizing key questions  Improve both productivity and satisfaction    Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week. 

This week is Part 1 of a 2-part series where I discuss why you need to slow down to speed up. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but tune in to learn how slowing down can help you move forward.    This podcast will help you: Turn down the speed of life to prioritize what matters most  Learn the importance of self-talk & self-reflection  Understand why healing activities are essential to doing more of what matter Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith Don’t miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.

This week I will review The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, and Jim Huling. This book can be a good guide to actually executing against your best ideas. Tune in as I discuss four disciplines to help you succeed when going after that big idea.   This podcast will help you: Learn four disciplines of execution Understand the benefits of focusing on lead measures Execute on your big ideas   Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.   

Today on the podcast, I share 7 steps to help you make better decisions with more confidence. Think of it as a decision-making routine in your back pocket.   This podcast will help you: Ask a better question when it comes to decision-making Build confidence in your ability to make wise decisions Develop a 7-step decision-making process   Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.    Show notes available at: www.drmelissasmith.com/168-7stepstobetterdecisions 

Want to make more confident decisions? This week, we will dive into 3 common mistakes that might be tripping up your decision-making.   This podcast will help you: Learn what to avoid when making decisions Focus on purpose-driven decisions  Discover two solutions for making better decisions    Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.    Show notes available at: www.drmelissasmith.com/167-3decisionmistakes

This week on the podcast, ill share three main reasons decision-making is challenging. I'll help you understand these reasons so you can have more confidence in your ability to make good decisions. We will understand why we lose sight of our purpose and what is important when making the right choice for you.   This podcast will help you: Focus on purpose when making decisions  Balance both the big picture and daily details when making a choice  Ask better questions so you can make better decisions    Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith   Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.    Show notes available at: www.drmelissasmith.com/166-makebetterdecisions  

We can all succeed, but how you do it will be highly specific to you, and the best shortcut is to understand and play to your strengths. Join me on the podcast as I review the book, StrengthsFinder by Tom Rath, which is not only a great book but also a strengths assessment to help you identify your strengths.  This podcast will help you: Identify and develop your unique strengths  Understand why your gifts are important Learn how a strengths assessment can help you  Connect on Instagram @dr.melissasmith Don't miss out on weekly podcast episodes. Subscribe here to receive new episode drops in your inbox each week.    Show notes available at:  www.drmelissasmith.com/165-strengthsfinder