Stress, Self-Care, and Connection: A Real Talk on Women’s Health

If you’ve ever felt like you’re “fine” while your body is quietly waving red flags — this conversation is for you. In this episode of Hear Me Out with Belinda, Belinda sits down with Sandi Scott of Scott Mortgages to talk about the power of community connection, the courage it takes to be vulnerable, and why women so often ignore their own health until something forces a wake-up call. 

From navigating intense stress and caregiving, to learning how to de-stress when your nervous system is stuck in fight-or-flight, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone — and you don’t have to do life (or business) on hard mode. They also connect the dots between heart health, hearing health, and the importance of getting checked even when you’re not “sure” something is wrong.  

Call to action If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs the reminder to slow down, get checked, and lean into community. And drop a comment: What’s one small way you’re protecting your peace this week? 

00:23 How Belinda and Sandi Met in Okotoks 

03:15 Vulnerability, Health Scares, and Why Women Ignore Symptoms 

07:10 Stress, Caregiving, and Learning to Prioritize Yourself 

14:10 “You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup” + Belinda’s Shingles Wake-Up Call

 23:05 Hearing Health, Heart Health, and Getting Checked Early 

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Host: Belinda Waites Watch full episode Youtube: @belindawaites Instagram: @belindawaites Belinda Waites - Hear Right Canada – Okotoks: where better hearing starts with listening. 🌐 hearrightcanada.ca 

Guest: Sandi Scott of Scott Mortgages Instagram: sandi_scott_mortgages Email: sandi@scottmortgages.com