Grant Writing Made Clear with Dr. Trenette
Ever wish you had a mentor with two decades of grant writing experience, ready to guide you through the complexities of securing the funding your organization needs to thrive? Look no further—because that’s exactly what you’ll get when you tune in to Grant Writing Made Clear! Hosted by Dr. Trenette, a distinguished professor, behavioral scientist, seasoned grant writer, and former nonprofit president, she has been principal investigator, co-principal investigator, and co-investigator on grants totaling $14 million dollars. This podcast breaks down the grant writing process and equips you with the tools and strategies to secure larger, impactful funding for your mission-driven organization. In every episode, Dr. Trenette shares lessons learned from both formal training and hands-on experience, so you can write powerful grant proposals that turn your vision into reality.
Whether you're new to grant writing or a seasoned pro looking to find the right funding mechanism, avoid common pitfalls, or craft a winning proposal, Grant Writing Made Clear has you covered. Tune in to get inspired, learn actionable steps, and discover how to turn your goals into funded realities!
Disclosure: We periodically use AI tools to assist in various ways such as brainstorming topics and editing audio. Learning AI will help us to teach others how to use AI in grant writing.
Grant Writing Made Clear with Dr. Trenette
Episode 15: When Stress Overwhelms: Powerful Ways to Find Your Calm
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Welcome back to Grant Writing Made Clear! I'm your host, Dr. Trenette, and today we’re diving into a topic that affects us all—stress management. Whether you're a nonprofit leader, professor, doc student, entrepreneur, or simply juggling life's many responsibilities, these strategies will help you find calm in the chaos.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ 10 powerful strategies for managing stress effectively
✅ How exercise and movement act as a natural stress reliever
✅ The benefits of mindfulness, yoga, and deep breathing
✅ Why spiritual practices, prayer, and reflection can help you reset
✅ The importance of social connection and professional mental health support
✅ How creativity, journaling, and relaxation techniques can transform your well-being
Key Takeaways:
✨ Exercise boosts mood and reduces anxiety—start with just 20 minutes a day!
✨ Breath work and meditation can be done anywhere and anytime and may bring instant calm.
✨ Journaling is a safe space to process emotions and reduce stress.
✨ Social support—whether in-person or virtual—reminds you that you’re not alone.
✨ Self-care isn't selfish! Going for a walk, comfort media, and changing your scenery can work wonders.
Your mental well-being is essential. Managing stress isn’t just about reacting to challenges—it’s about cultivating habits that support your peace of mind every day.
Resources Mentioned:
📌 Are you looking for a winning grant idea? If so, click here: https://trenette-goings.mykajabi.com/thinklikeawinner
📌 Explore breathing techniques and guided meditations on YouTube
📌 Consider therapy or counseling—check school, community, or online options
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