Less Stress In Life
Welcome to Less Stress in Life—the podcast dedicated to helping you navigate life with greater ease, energy, and balance. In our Empowered Wellness series, we share practical tools, expert insights, and meaningful conversations designed to support your journey toward feeling more in control and at peace in your everyday life.
Hosted by Deb Timmerman, a registered nurse and reflexologist; Susie Marsh, a social worker and professional organizer; and Lindsay Vertalka, a physical therapist, we bring a unique blend of perspectives to help you move through life—literally and figuratively—with more confidence, grace, and vitality.
Whether it’s finding calm in chaos, creating supportive spaces, or building strength and resilience, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Join us to discover how small shifts can lead to big changes, helping you live with less stress and greater ease.
Less Stress In Life
Who is in Your Circle of Support?
Who is in Your Support Circle?
The people around you play a huge role in your well-being—but are they lifting you up or draining your energy? In this episode of the Empowered Wellness series, we explore how relationships impact your stress levels, healing, and overall health. Join Deb Timmerman RN, DAIS, HMCT, ARCB, Susie Marsh, LBSW and Lindsay Vertalka, MSPT, as they discuss the five key types of support every person needs, how to recognize and set boundaries with energy-draining relationships, and where to find meaningful connections that align with your wellness journey. Tune in and start building a circle that truly supports you!
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Podcast Show Notes – Empowered Wellness: Episode 6
Title: Who is in Your Circle of Support?
Host: Deb Timmerman, RN, Founder of Less Stress in Life
Co-Hosts: Susie Marsh, LBSW, Professional Organizer, and Lindsay Vertalka, MPT, Physical Therapist
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Empowered Wellness series, we discuss the crucial role that relationships play in our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Are the people in your life lifting you up or draining your energy?
Hosts Deb Timmerman (RN, Board-Certified Reflexologist), Susie Marsh (Licensed Social Worker & Professional Organizer), and Lindsay Bertolka (Master’s-Level Physical Therapist) explore how to build a support system that strengthens your resilience, promotes healing, and aligns with your personal growth.
Key Topics Discussed:
- The Impact of Relationships on Stress & Healing – How the people around us influence our nervous system, stress levels, and recovery.
- Identifying Positive vs. Negative Influences – Understanding which relationships support your well-being and which ones may be keeping you stuck.
- The 5 Types of Support People You Need in Your Circle– Encourager, Truth Teller, Wise Mentor, Comforter, and Accountability Partner—who is in your circle?
- How to Build Meaningful Connections – Where to find like-minded people and how to cultivate deeper relationships.
- Navigating Difficult Family & Friend Dynamics – Strategies for handling draining relationships, setting boundaries, and protecting your energy.
- Online & Community-Based Support Options – Ideas on where to make connections.
Actionable Takeaways:
- Evaluate your current support circle. Are the people around you helping or hindering your growth and healing?
- Seek out the right kinds of support. Identify which roles may be missing in your circle and actively build those connections.
- Set boundaries with energy-draining relationships. Protect your well-being by limiting exposure to negative influences.
- Be an active participant in your support system. Show appreciation, check in regularly, and offer support in return.
- Find new ways to connect. Explore local groups, online communities, or mentorship opportunities to expand your network.
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