Welcome to episode 7 of the Let’s Start Thriving Podcast! In this guest episode, we have Elena Megan joining us today. Elena is a self-discovery and mindset coach who turned her expertise in the entertainment industry into a soul-led business that supports private clients and creative artists to empower themselves through deep inner work.  By shifting the subconscious mind through applying conscious tools, exploring and transforming fears and letting the imagination run wild to create the life with you at the center. In this episode, we cover: - recovering from burnout and embracing the hermit phase - the importance of self-care - it’s okay to quit - the power behind coaching You can find Elena below: https://www.instagram.com/elenamegan/ https://inner-space-coaching.com/socials

Welcome to episode 6 of the Let’s Start Thriving Podcast! As an anxious and ambitious high achiever, rest is always the last thing on my mind. But after experiencing burnout, I’ve had to learn how to embrace more of it over the last year.  In this episode, I cover: - the story behind why I refused to rest - why rest is so important for our mental and physical health - ways to incorporate more rest into your life Additional resources:  https://www.atlassian.com/blog/productivity/achieve-restorative-rest-productivity https://betterhumans.pub/rest-is-productive-1348b2b7eeb0 https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_resting_more_can_boost_your_productivity https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/default-mode-network Meet the coach I worked with, Laura Herde. I participated in her Thrive on Life program, and it was so supportive for learning how to embrace rest and prioritizing myself! https://www.lauraherde.com Learn more about Thrive on Life below: https://lauraherde.kartra.com/page/thrive-on-life Access the How to Tame Your Inner Critic course here: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/how-to-tame-your-inner-critic-course Use the code LETSTHRIVE for 20% off this course (exclusive for this community!) Ways to work together: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/my-offers

Welcome to episode 5 of the Let’s Start Thriving Podcast! Going back to Poland to visit my family over the holidays taught me a lot about resilience 🇵🇱 While Poland may be known for its Pierogi, Kielbasa, and Vodka, not many understand the country’s expansive history. As I was listening to my aunts and uncles tell me the stories about my ancestors, this theme of resilience kept showing up. In this episode, I cover: - the story behind my ancestor’s resilience - what resilience is  - 5 ways to grow your resilience Additional resources:  https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/resilience-training/in-depth/resilience/art-20046311#:~:text=Try%20ways%20to%20relax%2C%20such,a%20plan%20and%20take%20action. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/five_science_backed_strategies_to_build_resilience Access the How to Tame Your Inner Critic course here: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/how-to-tame-your-inner-critic-course Use the code LETSTHRIVE for 20% off this course (exclusive for this community!) Ways to work together: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/my-offers

Welcome to episode 4 of the Let’s Start Thriving Podcast! Do you ever notice the correlation between your inner world and your outer world? When you feel overwhelmed and all of a sudden your house turns into a disaster? Turns out cleaning actually has an impact on your mental health.  In this episode, I cover: - how your inner and outer worlds are related - why clutter in your space can mess so much with your mind - the benefits of cleaning - tips on how to integrate cleaning & organization back into your life Additional resource: https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/mental-health-clean-home/ Ways to work together: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/my-offers

Welcome to episode 3 of the Let’s Start Thriving Podcast! If you ever hold yourself back in your career because of: 👉 the fear of failing in front of your colleagues 👉 perfectionism & lots of analysis paralysis 👉 worrying about embarrassing yourself in front of your team Then your inner critic may be running the show. It’s that voice that tells us that we’re not good enough, and makes us doubt our abilities and feel like imposters. In this episode, I cover a few of the tools that I’ve learned over the last few years to tame that voice in your head so that you can: 🌿 take action without endless second-guessing (goodbye analysis paralysis!) 🌿 let go of perfectionism 🌿 cultivate a kinder, more compassionate inner dialogue 🌿 & still get sh*t done! Access the course here: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/how-to-tame-your-inner-critic-course Use the code LETSTHRIVE for 20% off this course (exclusive for this community!) Ways to work together: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/my-offers

Welcome to episode 2 of the Let’s Start Thriving Podcast! You’ve gotta feel it to heal it. So many people in our society have learned to numb themselves and avoid feeling uncomfortable, but that only leads to more discomfort down the road. In this episode, I cover: -the importance of clearing out and establishing a strong foundation -what happens when we avoid dealing with our feelings and getting uncomfortable -how your emotions move through a tunnel -a recent client story on running away from feeling -understanding the stress response cycle Ways to work together: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/my-offers

Welcome to the first ever episode of the Let's Start Thriving Podcast! Thank you so much for tuning in. We're going to get really vulnerable and dive deep into all of the raw and painful experiences that have gotten me to where I am today. I believe that no matter what you've experienced in your life, you are capable of healing and turning your sh*t into gold. In this episode, I cover: - who I am & the work that I do - my life story (from childhood until now) - the beautiful experience of getting to grow up with a twin brother who has Down Syndrome - my childhood trauma - my experience as a NCAA swimmer and pre-med student - shifting my career from pre-med to employee benefits consulting - my Complex PTSD diagnosis - healing from Complex PTSD, taming my inner critic, and learning how to cultivate self-compassion and regain my confidence LinkedIn Posts: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7150590948136099842/ https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6911720651703681024/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/julia-toronczak_im-thrilled-to-share-my-new-life-coaching-activity-7110681331105234945-6sn3?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop IG Posts: https://www.instagram.com/p/Czu-myUOoTa/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/CzU-SWbLEuq/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/CzJoAlGRL-A/?img_index=1 Ways to work together: https://www.mindbodyjulia.com/my-offers