Managing Chronic Stress Without Sacrificing Wellbeing

Using Career Conflicts to Heal and Transform

On this episode of BEP Talks, I sat down with Susan Schmitt Winchester, a powerhouse in human resources and co-author of Healing at Work. We explored how childhood experiences shape our workplace behavior, why self-acceptance is key to breaking unhelpful patterns, and some practical techniques to move from stress to freedom on the job. Whether you’re an executive or just starting your career, Susan’s insights on emotional intelligence and self-awareness are game-changing for anyone looking to thrive at work and beyond. Check out Healing at Work and start transforming your work life today. If you ever dread Mondays or find yourself reliving old stories at work, you’re not alone—and there’s a path to greater freedom and joy. Check out "Healing at Work" on Amazon, and connect with Susan Schmitt Winchester at: https://www.Susanwinchester.com [https://www.susanwinchester.com] --------------------------------- B.E.P. Talks makes it possible to connect with those who most resonate with your own personal or professional life – or both. Follow-up in the moment or come back to them when you need them most, attend their events, read their books, participate in their courses. Visit often! Meet experts from the cross section of the world. Let them motivate, inspire and educate you. 🎤Interested in telling YOUR story? Visit https://www.beptalks.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0Ewenh2OVFFYUhJZ2VyWldYZHc0Mnpua3RmQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNWh1WktJWkJaWUpSc3NqMEJISWNIeWY0VFNMY21qMDJ1TUYzc3djU1duOW5lTl83Q09ZaldwbEhZOGFfQlJ6QUtqTmp1RmpMbzlfWHYyMm1HSzhRNkRGMkRHVHYtWTVVSTVMR0dTTTBVZUdiMGI5cw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beptalks.com%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] for all the info you need. Schedule an interview. Expand your reach and influence. Begin to change the lives of others by changing your own. You’ll love the experience and your audience will appreciate you. 🔎Explore the MeetN Platform: https://meetn.com/features?x=94034 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0M4cUZObjZtRV9heEN2WVdQdHdoWG1PTWxXUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZXZRUUpyRG1BSlRRWDdNa3RxS2g2V1ZFeGoyMGhEVktBNVk2aDg1a2VMYWNVNi1uM3BndU9HUlg2bTBwcVlxdFVfWG1MWHRjZXdMSGo2TDJBbVhLQ19qYXUwcHFFbmdZQnhBd0JDV2t4RjIycEFkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmeetn.com%2Ffeatures%3Fx%3D94034&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] ▶️Subscribe to our Channel: / @beptalks [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazKytL3CXbj7PxuwsLuZrQ] Follow Us on Social: Facebook: / thegsew [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWd3aUdOVEQ3a0YtMUxiUzl6Zi11ZkNnbFJ6d3xBQ3Jtc0tuVlpyUUVEQlYycHpjQ2FwLUZ4bklnbUFrREdFWnlIRkI5Z0R5NS1wdVJpVWs2b3RnSGhSeFpCd3E4ckptdF9lWFJidGdpU1Y4LXhJMHFvNnliTE5DenBJVWF1WC1WRm1zY19kRFNqRVBfTGFkWTdKWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheGSEW&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] LinkedIn: / johnstonbeth [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdGYkU2RDBScl80bFdPT3ZtQXMtTnl2V2tPUXxBQ3Jtc0trV2JPZGdIN1ZfVmdMUWlBWFlndXUySmpFSkt1S2psNUo3UFpBZ044TXVoWEhSeFFnNjBHMmhELVFpbEw0Mi1sSnk3bmxwZW5EaW5rdDFHcUZrbGlwZmpQeFlFVV9fTjNOZWpobHRaZU45dmYwX0ZKYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjohnstonbeth%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q]

Managing Chronic Stress Without Sacrificing Wellbeing

On today’s episode of BEP Talks, I sat down with Susanne Bellisario—author, speaker, and leadership coach—to unpack how professionals and leaders can navigate stress without sacrificing their well-being. We discussed why chronic stress is on the rise, its real impact on our health and productivity, and how being “always on” often becomes a toxic badge of honor. Susanne shared practical strategies from her new book to help us recognize the signs of stress, regulate our responses, and build healthier, more sustainable careers. If you care about thriving—not just surviving—don’t miss this conversation! Susanne’s holistic framework for stress management is a valuable resource for professionals and leaders aiming to balance ambition with well-being. Check out The Professional’s Guide to Stress Management on Amazon or connect with Susanne through https://susannebellesario.com/ [https://susannebellesario.com/] --------------------------------- B.E.P. Talks makes it possible to connect with those who most resonate with your own personal or professional life – or both. Follow-up in the moment or come back to them when you need them most, attend their events, read their books, participate in their courses. Visit often! Meet experts from the cross section of the world. Let them motivate, inspire and educate you. 🎤Interested in telling YOUR story? Visit https://www.beptalks.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0Ewenh2OVFFYUhJZ2VyWldYZHc0Mnpua3RmQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNWh1WktJWkJaWUpSc3NqMEJISWNIeWY0VFNMY21qMDJ1TUYzc3djU1duOW5lTl83Q09ZaldwbEhZOGFfQlJ6QUtqTmp1RmpMbzlfWHYyMm1HSzhRNkRGMkRHVHYtWTVVSTVMR0dTTTBVZUdiMGI5cw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beptalks.com%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] for all the info you need. Schedule an interview. Expand your reach and influence. Begin to change the lives of others by changing your own. You’ll love the experience and your audience will appreciate you. 🔎Explore the MeetN Platform: https://meetn.com/features?x=94034 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0M4cUZObjZtRV9heEN2WVdQdHdoWG1PTWxXUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZXZRUUpyRG1BSlRRWDdNa3RxS2g2V1ZFeGoyMGhEVktBNVk2aDg1a2VMYWNVNi1uM3BndU9HUlg2bTBwcVlxdFVfWG1MWHRjZXdMSGo2TDJBbVhLQ19qYXUwcHFFbmdZQnhBd0JDV2t4RjIycEFkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmeetn.com%2Ffeatures%3Fx%3D94034&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] ▶️Subscribe to our Channel: / @beptalks [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazKytL3CXbj7PxuwsLuZrQ] Follow Us on Social: Facebook: / thegsew [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWd3aUdOVEQ3a0YtMUxiUzl6Zi11ZkNnbFJ6d3xBQ3Jtc0tuVlpyUUVEQlYycHpjQ2FwLUZ4bklnbUFrREdFWnlIRkI5Z0R5NS1wdVJpVWs2b3RnSGhSeFpCd3E4ckptdF9lWFJidGdpU1Y4LXhJMHFvNnliTE5DenBJVWF1WC1WRm1zY19kRFNqRVBfTGFkWTdKWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheGSEW&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] LinkedIn: / johnstonbeth [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdGYkU2RDBScl80bFdPT3ZtQXMtTnl2V2tPUXxBQ3Jtc0trV2JPZGdIN1ZfVmdMUWlBWFlndXUySmpFSkt1S2psNUo3UFpBZ044TXVoWEhSeFFnNjBHMmhELVFpbEw0Mi1sSnk3bmxwZW5EaW5rdDFHcUZrbGlwZmpQeFlFVV9fTjNOZWpobHRaZU45dmYwX0ZKYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjohnstonbeth%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q]

Why Diets Fail and Confidence Matters Most

On today’s BEP Talks, I sat down with Eryn Kubinski—former pro athlete, physical therapist, and mental fitness coach—who broke down why true health is about so much more than just dieting or counting calories. We dug into the real reasons behind self-sabotage, the billion-dollar weight loss industry, and why self-trust is the ultimate game changer—not just for your body, but for your relationships and even your income. If you’re tired of quick fixes and ready to make a mindset shift that actually lasts, this is the conversation you need to hear. If you’re feeling stuck in your wellness journey, remember: it’s not just about what you lose, but what you stand to gain—confidence, energy, and better connections with yourself and others. 🔗 Curious to learn more or connect with Eryn Kubinski? Visit adventuresofhealth.com [http://adventuresofhealth.com] for a chat about your personal journey! --------------------------------- B.E.P. Talks makes it possible to connect with those who most resonate with your own personal or professional life – or both. Follow-up in the moment or come back to them when you need them most, attend their events, read their books, participate in their courses. Visit often! Meet experts from the cross section of the world. Let them motivate, inspire and educate you. 🎤Interested in telling YOUR story? Visit https://www.beptalks.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0Ewenh2OVFFYUhJZ2VyWldYZHc0Mnpua3RmQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNWh1WktJWkJaWUpSc3NqMEJISWNIeWY0VFNMY21qMDJ1TUYzc3djU1duOW5lTl83Q09ZaldwbEhZOGFfQlJ6QUtqTmp1RmpMbzlfWHYyMm1HSzhRNkRGMkRHVHYtWTVVSTVMR0dTTTBVZUdiMGI5cw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beptalks.com%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] for all the info you need. Schedule an interview. Expand your reach and influence. Begin to change the lives of others by changing your own. You’ll love the experience and your audience will appreciate you. 🔎Explore the MeetN Platform: https://meetn.com/features?x=94034 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0M4cUZObjZtRV9heEN2WVdQdHdoWG1PTWxXUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZXZRUUpyRG1BSlRRWDdNa3RxS2g2V1ZFeGoyMGhEVktBNVk2aDg1a2VMYWNVNi1uM3BndU9HUlg2bTBwcVlxdFVfWG1MWHRjZXdMSGo2TDJBbVhLQ19qYXUwcHFFbmdZQnhBd0JDV2t4RjIycEFkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmeetn.com%2Ffeatures%3Fx%3D94034&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] ▶️Subscribe to our Channel: / @beptalks [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazKytL3CXbj7PxuwsLuZrQ] Follow Us on Social: Facebook: / thegsew [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWd3aUdOVEQ3a0YtMUxiUzl6Zi11ZkNnbFJ6d3xBQ3Jtc0tuVlpyUUVEQlYycHpjQ2FwLUZ4bklnbUFrREdFWnlIRkI5Z0R5NS1wdVJpVWs2b3RnSGhSeFpCd3E4ckptdF9lWFJidGdpU1Y4LXhJMHFvNnliTE5DenBJVWF1WC1WRm1zY19kRFNqRVBfTGFkWTdKWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheGSEW&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] LinkedIn: / johnstonbeth [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdGYkU2RDBScl80bFdPT3ZtQXMtTnl2V2tPUXxBQ3Jtc0trV2JPZGdIN1ZfVmdMUWlBWFlndXUySmpFSkt1S2psNUo3UFpBZ044TXVoWEhSeFFnNjBHMmhELVFpbEw0Mi1sSnk3bmxwZW5EaW5rdDFHcUZrbGlwZmpQeFlFVV9fTjNOZWpobHRaZU45dmYwX0ZKYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjohnstonbeth%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q]

Moving Beyond Busyness to Discover Lasting Joy

On today’s BEP Talks, I sat down with Ted Kopecko, a commercial architect turned bestselling author, to uncover the real meaning of success and fulfillment. After decades climbing the career ladder, Ted Kopecko realized true joy comes not from titles or paychecks, but from aligning your purpose, mindset, and time. His story is a powerful reminder: don’t just work for a living—design a life you love. Whether you’re just starting out or rethinking your journey, let Ted Kopecko’s insights inspire you to invest your time wisely, create value, and chase freedom on your own terms. If you’re contemplating a career pivot, rethinking retirement, or searching for more meaning in your day-to-day, this conversation is for you. Check out Ted Kopecko’s bestselling book Finding Joy, and visit www.FindingJOY.us [http://www.findingjoy.us] for additional resources and courses. --------------------------------- B.E.P. Talks makes it possible to connect with those who most resonate with your own personal or professional life – or both. Follow-up in the moment or come back to them when you need them most, attend their events, read their books, participate in their courses. Visit often! Meet experts from the cross section of the world. Let them motivate, inspire and educate you. 🎤Interested in telling YOUR story? Visit https://www.beptalks.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0Ewenh2OVFFYUhJZ2VyWldYZHc0Mnpua3RmQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNWh1WktJWkJaWUpSc3NqMEJISWNIeWY0VFNMY21qMDJ1TUYzc3djU1duOW5lTl83Q09ZaldwbEhZOGFfQlJ6QUtqTmp1RmpMbzlfWHYyMm1HSzhRNkRGMkRHVHYtWTVVSTVMR0dTTTBVZUdiMGI5cw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beptalks.com%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] for all the info you need. Schedule an interview. Expand your reach and influence. Begin to change the lives of others by changing your own. You’ll love the experience and your audience will appreciate you. 🔎Explore the MeetN Platform: https://meetn.com/features?x=94034 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0M4cUZObjZtRV9heEN2WVdQdHdoWG1PTWxXUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZXZRUUpyRG1BSlRRWDdNa3RxS2g2V1ZFeGoyMGhEVktBNVk2aDg1a2VMYWNVNi1uM3BndU9HUlg2bTBwcVlxdFVfWG1MWHRjZXdMSGo2TDJBbVhLQ19qYXUwcHFFbmdZQnhBd0JDV2t4RjIycEFkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmeetn.com%2Ffeatures%3Fx%3D94034&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] ▶️Subscribe to our Channel: / @beptalks [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazKytL3CXbj7PxuwsLuZrQ] Follow Us on Social: Facebook: / thegsew [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWd3aUdOVEQ3a0YtMUxiUzl6Zi11ZkNnbFJ6d3xBQ3Jtc0tuVlpyUUVEQlYycHpjQ2FwLUZ4bklnbUFrREdFWnlIRkI5Z0R5NS1wdVJpVWs2b3RnSGhSeFpCd3E4ckptdF9lWFJidGdpU1Y4LXhJMHFvNnliTE5DenBJVWF1WC1WRm1zY19kRFNqRVBfTGFkWTdKWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheGSEW&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] LinkedIn: / johnstonbeth [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdGYkU2RDBScl80bFdPT3ZtQXMtTnl2V2tPUXxBQ3Jtc0trV2JPZGdIN1ZfVmdMUWlBWFlndXUySmpFSkt1S2psNUo3UFpBZ044TXVoWEhSeFFnNjBHMmhELVFpbEw0Mi1sSnk3bmxwZW5EaW5rdDFHcUZrbGlwZmpQeFlFVV9fTjNOZWpobHRaZU45dmYwX0ZKYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjohnstonbeth%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q]

Holistic Healing for Personal and Business Success

On today's episode, I sat down with Jean Border, an intuitive holistic healer, to uncover how your personal energy and self-awareness profoundly affect your success as an entrepreneur. Jean shared her journey from overcoming chronic migraines to empowering business owners to break through limiting beliefs and subconscious roadblocks. If you’re feeling stuck in your business or life, remember—clarity starts within. Take control, trust your intuition, and never underestimate the power of self-awareness to drive lasting change. Ready for your own intuitive breakthrough? Jean Border invites you to chat one-on-one at http://jeanborder.com/chatjeanborder.com/chat [http://jeanborder.com/chat] --------------------------------- B.E.P. Talks makes it possible to connect with those who most resonate with your own personal or professional life – or both. Follow-up in the moment or come back to them when you need them most, attend their events, read their books, participate in their courses. Visit often! Meet experts from the cross section of the world. Let them motivate, inspire and educate you. 🎤Interested in telling YOUR story? Visit https://www.beptalks.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0Ewenh2OVFFYUhJZ2VyWldYZHc0Mnpua3RmQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNWh1WktJWkJaWUpSc3NqMEJISWNIeWY0VFNMY21qMDJ1TUYzc3djU1duOW5lTl83Q09ZaldwbEhZOGFfQlJ6QUtqTmp1RmpMbzlfWHYyMm1HSzhRNkRGMkRHVHYtWTVVSTVMR0dTTTBVZUdiMGI5cw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beptalks.com%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] for all the info you need. Schedule an interview. Expand your reach and influence. Begin to change the lives of others by changing your own. You’ll love the experience and your audience will appreciate you. 🔎Explore the MeetN Platform: https://meetn.com/features?x=94034 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0M4cUZObjZtRV9heEN2WVdQdHdoWG1PTWxXUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZXZRUUpyRG1BSlRRWDdNa3RxS2g2V1ZFeGoyMGhEVktBNVk2aDg1a2VMYWNVNi1uM3BndU9HUlg2bTBwcVlxdFVfWG1MWHRjZXdMSGo2TDJBbVhLQ19qYXUwcHFFbmdZQnhBd0JDV2t4RjIycEFkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmeetn.com%2Ffeatures%3Fx%3D94034&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] ▶️Subscribe to our Channel: / @beptalks [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazKytL3CXbj7PxuwsLuZrQ] Follow Us on Social: Facebook: / thegsew [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWd3aUdOVEQ3a0YtMUxiUzl6Zi11ZkNnbFJ6d3xBQ3Jtc0tuVlpyUUVEQlYycHpjQ2FwLUZ4bklnbUFrREdFWnlIRkI5Z0R5NS1wdVJpVWs2b3RnSGhSeFpCd3E4ckptdF9lWFJidGdpU1Y4LXhJMHFvNnliTE5DenBJVWF1WC1WRm1zY19kRFNqRVBfTGFkWTdKWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTheGSEW&v=-NTAckpYa2Q] LinkedIn: / johnstonbeth [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdGYkU2RDBScl80bFdPT3ZtQXMtTnl2V2tPUXxBQ3Jtc0trV2JPZGdIN1ZfVmdMUWlBWFlndXUySmpFSkt1S2psNUo3UFpBZ044TXVoWEhSeFFnNjBHMmhELVFpbEw0Mi1sSnk3bmxwZW5EaW5rdDFHcUZrbGlwZmpQeFlFVV9fTjNOZWpobHRaZU45dmYwX0ZKYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjohnstonbeth%2F&v=-NTAckpYa2Q]