Stress Mess: A Stress Less Podcast
Welcome to Stress Mess: A Stress Less Podcast.
Hosted by me, Samantha Elizabeth—coach, consultant, and a medically diagnosed stressed-out human.
Let’s be real: life is a chaotic dumpster fire sometimes, and stress? It’s the gasoline. Whether it’s work, relationships, your never-ending to-do list, or just existing in a world where emails never stop—this podcast is your judgment-free zone to unpack it all.
Each episode, we’ll dive into the real shit that makes us unravel—and more importantly, how to stitch ourselves back together. Some days it'll be me ranting with love and truth bombs. Other days I’ll bring in guests to spill their stress stories and survival tactics.
Swearing sometimes happens (and that’s okay).
This isn’t your typical "breathe in, breathe out" wellness podcast. It’s honest, occasionally inappropriate, and always aimed at helping you go from a full-blown stress mess… to just slightly less of a mess.
Let’s stress less, together.
Stress Mess: A Stress Less Podcast
Episode 20: The Word of the Year!
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Every January, we’re told to set goals, make resolutions, and completely reinvent ourselves.
But what if there’s a quieter, more sustainable way to move through the year?
In the first Stress Mess: A Stress Less Podcast episode of 2026, Samantha Elizabeth explores the idea of choosing a Word of the Year—a simple but powerful intention that helps guide decisions, energy, and mindset without pressure or perfection.
This solo episode reflects on what happens when generosity turns into depletion, how easy it is to give without refilling yourself, and why clarity often comes from slowing down instead of pushing harder.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Why traditional New Year’s resolutions tend to fall apart
- How a Word of the Year can create focus without burnout
- The emotional cost of always showing up for others first
- What it means to feel untethered—and how intention can bring steadiness back
- How to choose a guiding word that supports you all year long
The word itself is revealed in the episode—and the meaning behind it might surprise you.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by “New Year, New You” energy, this conversation offers a calmer, more human way forward.
Samantha Elizabeth Coaching & Consulting LLC
samanthaelizabeth.com
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