Join host Susi Vine in an inspiring conversation with Kamini Wood, an author, podcast host, and certified life coach specializing in helping high achievers, teens, and parents manage stress, anxiety, and perfectionism. Kamini shares her journey from a project manager to a life coach, driven by her own experiences with high achievement and parenting. Discover the power of positive psychology, the importance of emotional intelligence, and practical tips for developing a healthier relationship with stress and anxiety. Learn how to better understand yourself, celebrate your strengths, build genuine connections, and find joy in the journey rather than the destination. 

Inside this episode: 

• 02:41 Kamini’s Journey to Coaching
• 04:43 Understanding Stress and Anxiety
• 07:31 Redefining Happiness and Finding Fulfillment 
• 10:40 Shifting from Outcome to Process Focus
• 12:46 Recognizing and Utilizing Strengths
• 17:56 The Role of Emotional Vocabulary
• 20:58 Generation X: Emotional Wellness and Change
• 25:09 The Power of Journaling for Self-Discovery
• 28:29 Understanding and Managing Anxiety
• 30:58 Navigating Toxic Relationships and Self-Reclamation
• 33:27 Finding Community and Belonging
• 37:35 The Journey of Self-Understanding and Growth

Connect with Kamini online through her website: kaminiwood.com 

And connect on social media at @itsauthenticme  

You can take the free VIA Character Strengths report here: thrivinglife.pro.viasurvey.org 

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