Explore every episode of the podcast The Second Steps; How to get unstuck and achieve your goals!
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How to approach difficult conversations. | 04 août 2026 | 00:05:31 | |
The way you approach someone with a difficult topic makes a huge difference. This podcast discusses the key difference. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| How to deal with a stinky, upsetting event. | 22 juil. 2026 | 00:06:52 | |
Mistakes happen! This episode talks about how to handle errors with grace. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| If you keep taking a second step you will get there. | 07 juil. 2026 | 00:08:50 | |
It feels so empowering to accomplish difficult goals. It can be helpful to have people that believe in you and encourage you to take a second step, and sometimes we need to do encourage ourselves. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Do you focus on the weeds or see the flowers? | 20 juin 2026 | 00:07:02 | |
It is so easy to get stuck on focusing on what is wrong rather than everything that is going right. Remember to see the good and take one step at a time when dealing with challenges. What is your priority a perfect yard or the people in the yard? You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast @gmail.com | |||
| Inspiring role models can motivate you to be active. | 17 juin 2026 | 00:08:08 | |
What choices can you make for yourself that are a positive investment in your future? You can reach us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| How to avoid burnout while helping others. | 03 juin 2026 | 00:14:04 | |
Seeing people as needing to be fixed can lead to burnout. How you approach work can prevent burnout. Listen to the podcast for more tips. Please email us at secondstepspocast@gmail.com | |||
| The next steps when we feel attacked or criticized. | 13 mai 2026 | 00:10:36 | |
People that attack and criticize are operating from a fearful or insecure place. It is helpful to remember that those whom we feel criticized by require healing, and the part of us that is hurt requires care and compassion. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Your strengths bless others. | 08 mai 2026 | 00:08:06 | |
Accept support and recognize that you likely use your strengths to bless others. | |||
| Hold on to the vision of completion! | 22 avr. 2026 | 00:06:20 | |
So many of life's plans have twists and turns. A vision of completion or the reminder that "this too shall pass" can help you stay patient during the journey. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Change involves many mixed feelings. | 08 avr. 2026 | 00:10:38 | |
Life involves many transitions and even good transitions can bring grief as there is loss, sadness and anger involved in the change. You can email us at secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| The seconds steps in dealing with aging parents. | 01 avr. 2026 | 00:15:44 | |
This can be an incredibly hard time in life. Acknowledging this can help you decipher the next steps. Self-care is crucial in this. You are welcome to email us at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| What lights you up? | 25 mars 2026 | 00:09:25 | |
What lights you up? Invite a friend to do it with you or join a group! That will shift you! You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Sending emails or texts? slow down. | 10 mars 2026 | 00:07:28 | |
What is the secret to not mixing up emails, e-transfers, and text messages.? Pause When it does happens try to see the humour in it. You can email us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Set yourself up for your future with healthy habits. | 04 mars 2026 | 00:11:51 | |
If you are struggling to commit to good habits listen to this podcast! You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Determine a next small step. | 25 févr. 2026 | 00:13:43 | |
You can reach us at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| Clarifying objectives guides you to meaningful events. | 17 févr. 2026 | 00:11:31 | |
Even planning a family reunion benefits from a survey that clarify` s objectives. You can reach out to us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you can't find what you want. | 03 févr. 2026 | 00:04:22 | |
When taking steps towards goals flexibility is often required. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Is there meaning in grief? | 27 janv. 2026 | 00:07:01 | |
Telling stories of our grief experiences can bring meaning and comfort to ourselves and others. It can also inspire us to live more fully! You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| How to motivate yourself to build healthy habits. | 22 janv. 2026 | 00:06:43 | |
This episodes shares information about building healthy habits into your routine. You can email us at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when someone achieves a big goal? | 19 janv. 2026 | 00:08:12 | |
In this episode Rachel shares a story about turning an idea into action. You can reach us at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| How to find hope and take a second step. | 06 janv. 2026 | 00:07:38 | |
What to do when you feel hopeless and how to take a second step. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast @gmail.com | |||
| What do you want for 2026? | 01 janv. 2026 | 00:09:08 | |
Reflections on last year and second steps for 2026. You can email us at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you feel discouraged. | 30 déc. 2025 | 00:05:19 | |
Sometimes it feels like we are falling apart, and there are several steps we can take from there. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| You may surprise yourself by your inner strength. | 16 déc. 2025 | 00:09:12 | |
Speaking up can make a difference, and build confidence in yourself. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What if everything works out perfectly. | 09 déc. 2025 | 00:08:22 | |
What to do when your mind imagines the worst case scenario? You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you get a guilt trip and why you don't want to give one. | 03 déc. 2025 | 00:06:29 | |
All of us have given or received a guilt trip. In this podcast we discuss how to deal with it when you get one and why it backfires when you give one. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when stuck in a snow storm and traffic is not moving? | 19 nov. 2025 | 00:07:54 | |
We were stuck for about 4 hours in a snow storm and traffic wasn't moving. It was not how I planned to spend my evening. Fortunately we managed to find some amazing podcasts to listen to that left us feeling enlightened and more informed. I zoomed with Rachel, we made a podcast and overall we made the best of a challenging situation. Maybe it was actually a blessing and we made beauty from ashes? You can reach us a the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Are you sabotaging your goals? | 11 nov. 2025 | 00:09:05 | |
Actions + Thoughts + Perceptions = ATP which is the energy molecule. You can examine your actions, thoughts and perceptions to determine how you may undermine your goals. Once determined action steps can be created to achieve your goals. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when the water is cold? | 04 nov. 2025 | 00:03:28 | |
How to get into a cold river is a great metaphor for taking second steps. Some people go in slowly and others jump. You get to decide what the right step is for you. You can email us at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when scared to try something new. | 30 oct. 2025 | 00:08:07 | |
We all feel a bit scared sometimes when we take on an activity that is out of our comfort zone. This episodes discusses the second steps that will help you take on the challenge. You can email us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you're feeling discouraged about humanity. | 23 oct. 2025 | 00:08:45 | |
When people do terrible things it is easy to feel discouraged about humanity. But in every tragedy you can find incredible acts of altruism and kindness that can restore your belief in the benevolence of humankind. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Reach out to people when feeling distance. | 14 oct. 2025 | 00:05:27 | |
Often we loose touch with people and somehow a lot of time goes by without seeing or talking. The second step is to reach out to people even when it is uncomfortable. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| How to get unstuck when it feels like "everything is falling apart". | 24 sept. 2025 | 00:09:30 | |
We discuss great strategies to help you deal with feeling overwhelmed. You can email us at secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when feeling empty or bored. | 10 sept. 2025 | 00:08:00 | |
There are many destructive things you can get into when feeling bored or empty. Listen to this podcast to find healthy second steps. You can email us at secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you have a hard day. | 26 août 2025 | 00:06:03 | |
When we have a hard the second step is to talk to your support system. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you feel shy or disconnected from others? | 20 août 2025 | 00:07:24 | |
When you feel shy or insecure with strangers the second step is to connect with them. Listen to learn more. You can reach us at the secondstepspocast@gmail.com | |||
| Don`t let your insecurities keep you isolated. | 13 août 2025 | 00:10:10 | |
If you find yourself worried about how other` s view you and this keeps you quiet there is another option ... You can reach us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you worry about being judged. | 06 août 2025 | 00:07:01 | |
Do you ever hold yourself back because you are worried about what others think? The second step is to decide to live fully and worry less about how others may view you. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Small steps to improving your mental health. | 24 juil. 2025 | 00:28:04 | |
In this episode Rachel's husband who is a counsellor shares his insights from years of being a therapist. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Keys to successful marriages. | 08 juil. 2025 | 00:18:21 | |
In this podcast Rachel and her husband Steve discuss the steps to creating a happy 39 year marriage. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| When in doubt reach out to others. | 02 juil. 2025 | 00:08:50 | |
Sometimes we start thinking too much about the reasons not to reach out to someone. People usually want to be seen and remembered so take a risk and reach out. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do when you think you can't do something. | 25 juin 2025 | 00:08:00 | |
Often we think we can't do something and then we don't try. The second step is to suspend the limiting belief and try it; Maybe you can do it. It can be fun and confident boosting to do something you think you can't do. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| What to do after an embarrassing "human" moment. | 19 juin 2025 | 00:09:36 | |
We all have times when we have said or done something that was embarrassing and shows our "humanness”. A great second step is to try to see the humor in these incidents, and maybe make them into a fun story. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Make time to connect with friends. | 10 juin 2025 | 00:08:50 | |
Even when you have had distance from someone it is worth reaching out to try to reconnect. Two people together can make a great impact. You can email me at the secondsteps@gmail.com | |||
| Take a moment before you respond. | 28 mai 2025 | 00:07:35 | |
If you are unsure about what feels true to yourself take a moment before you respond. The second step will likely show up. You can reach us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Letting go of judgements. | 24 mai 2025 | 00:08:42 | |
When we let go of judgments we can be kinder to people, and may be able to see the best in others. You can email us at the secondstepspocast@gmail.com | |||
| It is important to advocate for yourself. | 06 mai 2025 | 00:09:14 | |
When you feel you are not being hear or undervalued it is important to advocate for yourself. You can email us at the secondstepspodcast@gmail.con | |||
| What to do when people don’t respect your boundary. | 26 avr. 2025 | 00:06:30 | |
The second step may be respecting other people's “no” when you set boundaries. You are encouraged to email us with your second step story at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Scroll or Live Your Best Life! | 24 avr. 2025 | 00:08:04 | |
Feel like life is passing you by? This podcasts talks about how to get back on track. You can email us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Having a difficult time? Call an emergency girlfriend meeting. | 16 avr. 2025 | 00:05:39 | |
The second step when you are having a really hard time is to reach out to friends, family and colleagues. You can email us at secondstepspodcast@gmail.com | |||