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IT Stress Relief

IT Stress Relief

Auteur(s): Gena Frangina
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 Welcome to the "IT Stress Relief" Podcast! Are you an overwhelmed IT professional? Join us for stress management tips tailored to your industry, advice on work-life balance, and personal growth insights! 🎤 What to Expect: Stress Management: Explore stress relief techniques customized for the IT industry. Work-Life Balance: Strategies for balancing work and personal life. Personal Growth: Elevate your potential for satisfaction and success. 🎤 Featured Interviews: Expect captivating interviews with senior and accomplished IT specialists sharing their experiences, work successes, and tips for aspiring and junior IT professionals. Plus, talks with well-being, nutrition, fitness, and biohacking experts. Discover a holistic path to a healthier, more satisfying IT career. 🎧 Subscribe Now: Hit 'subscribe' for a stress-free, fulfilling IT career journey with your host Gena Frangina as your guide. Join us at the tech-psychology-wellness intersection.Your stress relief starts here. Subscribe to the "IT Stress Relief" Podcast and embark on a transformative IT career journey! Développement personnel Hygiène et mode de vie sain Psychologie Psychologie et santé mentale Réussite
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  • Strategies for Energy, Vitality, and Sustainable Wellness

    Strategies for Energy, Vitality, and Sustainable Wellness
    Nov 20 2025
    In this episode, Gena interviews Valerie Huang Beck, a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner and Vitality and Vision mentor. Valerie shares her transformative journey from experiencing burnout to discovering the holistic practices of Ayurveda, which helped her regain balance and vitality. They discuss the pressures faced by IT professionals, particularly the misconception that success requires sacrificing health and happiness. Valerie emphasises the importance of foundational health, energy, and alignment in achieving a thriving life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ayurveda, a 5000-year-old system of holistic medicine, offers a framework for individuals to understand their health and well-being, helping them recover from burnout and achieve balance. Success should include health and happiness as integral components, rather than viewing them as sacrifices for career achievements. This shift in mindset can help individuals prioritise their well-being alongside their professional goals. To avoid burnout, it's crucial to include oneself in the equation of care. Individuals often neglect their own needs while trying to support others, leading to an imbalance that can result in stress and fatigue. Key daily routines for maintaining balance include mindful eating, ensuring adequate sleep, and creating a supportive environment. These foundational practices are essential for sustaining energy and health in demanding jobs. Building a supportive community or accountability group can help individuals stay committed to their wellness journey. Engaging with others who share similar goals fosters motivation and provides a sense of belonging, making it easier to implement lasting changes. BEST MOMENTS "When we ignore those symptoms and those signs, we override our nervous system science." "We think that we have to achieve big things and be the best and make the most money." "If you don't see yourself as worthy of care, it's going to be very hard for you to get out of burnout." "We conflate success with survival." "The first step is always to create space and time." HOST BIO Gena Frangina, a seasoned software engineer with over a decade of industry experience, is your trusted host on the "IT Stress Relief" Podcast. Her unique background includes a profound passion for psychology, culminating in the attainment of a Business Psychology MSc. Gena's diverse skill set extends to accreditation as a Hypnotherapist, under the tutelage of Paul McKenna and his renowned team, as well as expertise in wellness coaching. This extensive blend of technical acumen and psychological insight positions Gena as an exceptional host in the IT world. She not only understands the intricacies of the field but also excels in guiding IT professionals towards holistic well-being. Tune in to Gena's podcast for enlightening interviews with IT specialists, and gain access to a wealth of knowledge. https://genafrangina.com/podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/gena.frangina IG: @gena.frangina This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    44 min
  • Gena's Practical Techniques for Stress Relief and Well-Being - Revisited

    Gena's Practical Techniques for Stress Relief and Well-Being - Revisited
    Nov 10 2025
    As we revisit this very first episode of IT Stress Relief, your host, Gena Frangina, delves into the pervasive issue of stress in the tech industry. As an IT professional and business psychologist, she highlights alarming statistics that reveal the extent of stress, anxiety, and burnout among IT workers, emphasising the importance of effective stress management. Gena shares practical strategies for achieving a sustainable work-life balance, including setting boundaries, managing time effectively, and practising stress relief techniques like mindfulness and exercise. KEY TAKEAWAYS Stress, depression, and anxiety accounted for 51% of all work-related ill health cases in the UK in 2019-2020, highlighting the significant toll stress takes on IT professionals. Establishing strict work hours and turning off notifications outside of work time is crucial for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and preventing burnout. Utilising productivity methods like the Pomodoro technique, time blocking, and the Eisenhower matrix can help prioritise tasks and reduce cognitive overload. Techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, regular exercise, and maintaining good sleep hygiene are essential for managing stress and improving overall well-being. It's important to talk about mental health and seek support when feeling overwhelmed. Embracing struggles and finding resources can lead to better coping strategies and improved mental health. BEST MOMENTS "In the fast-paced, high-pressure world of IT, stress isn't just a side effect. It's often built into the job." "Stress increases the risk of heart disease, anxiety, and even depression. Your work performance drops and opportunities for career growth shrink." "Saying no to someone or something means that you're actually saying yes to yourself." "If you're constantly tired or overwhelmed, it's time to make a change." "You should embrace your struggles. You should find support." HOST BIO Gena Frangina, a seasoned software engineer with over a decade of industry experience, is your trusted host on the "IT Stress Relief" Podcast. Her unique background includes a profound passion for psychology, culminating in the attainment of a Business Psychology MSc. Gena's diverse skill set extends to accreditation as a Hypnotherapist, under the tutelage of Paul McKenna and his renowned team, as well as expertise in wellness coaching. This extensive blend of technical acumen and psychological insight positions Gena as an exceptional host in the IT world. She not only understands the intricacies of the field but also excels in guiding IT professionals towards holistic well-being. Tune in to Gena's podcast for enlightening interviews with IT specialists, and gain access to a wealth of knowledge. ⁠https://genafrangina.com/podcast/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/gena.frangina⁠ IG: @gena.frangina This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    18 min
  • A Mother's Quest for Health and Balance in a High-Pressure IT Career with Lara Barnes

    A Mother's Quest for Health and Balance in a High-Pressure IT Career with Lara Barnes
    Oct 28 2025
    Today, Gena interviews Lara Barnes, a Chief Customer Officer with nearly three decades of experience in the technology sector. Lara shares her inspiring career journey, highlighting her passion for customer success and team leadership. The duo discuss the biggest challenges of balancing a high-pressure IT role with parenting, particularly in the context of raising a child with learning and behavioural issues. KEY TAKEAWAYS Managing a high-pressure leadership role while raising a child can be incredibly challenging. It requires effective time management, consistency, and the ability to juggle professional responsibilities with parenting duties. Early childhood development is crucial, and parents should be aware of key milestones such as crawling and speech. Delays in these areas may indicate underlying issues that need to be addressed, such as retained reflexes that can affect learning and behaviour. Having a supportive network, whether through family, friends, or professionals, is essential for managing stress and ensuring that both work and parenting responsibilities are handled effectively. Taking time for oneself, even if it's just a short period each day, is vital for maintaining mental and physical health. Engaging in physical activity can help alleviate stress and improve overall well-being. A healthy diet plays a significant role in emotional and physical health. Gut inflammation can impact mood and stress levels, highlighting the importance of nutrition in both personal well-being and child development. BEST MOMENTS "I want to ensure that not only internally I'm having impact on how that is done, but then externally what the customer is seeing from us in our servicing." "You need to have a plan. You need to have the right people around you that can help." "If you look back at my academic GCSE science, I got double D, so I wasn't a science type person." "A child doesn't... they're not vindictive. They're little people. They're misunderstood because they still have these reflexes which should have gone within, they should have integrated." "The amount of negotiation and promises that I made in order to get those exercises done was really tough because I was tired." GUEST LINKS www.braindevelopment.co.uk Lara@braindevelopment.co.uk https://www.youtube.com/@BrainDevelopmentUK HOST BIO Gena Frangina, a seasoned software engineer with over a decade of industry experience, is your trusted host on the "IT Stress Relief" Podcast. Her unique background includes a profound passion for psychology, culminating in the attainment of a Business Psychology MSc. Gena's diverse skill set extends to accreditation as a Hypnotherapist, under the tutelage of Paul McKenna and his renowned team, as well as expertise in wellness coaching. This extensive blend of technical acumen and psychological insight positions Gena as an exceptional host in the IT world. She not only understands the intricacies of the field but also excels in guiding IT professionals towards holistic well-being. Tune in to Gena's podcast for enlightening interviews with IT specialists, and gain access to a wealth of knowledge. https://genafrangina.com/podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/gena.frangina IG: @gena.frangina This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    1 h et 11 min
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