Life is too short to be stuck in stress, exhaustion, self-doubt and overwhelm. Stress Less, Joy More is your invitation to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly makes you feel good physically, emotionally, and mentally. Hosted by well-being coaches Doris Polak Kuder and Paula Nowak, this podcast blends storytelling, expert insights, and science-backed well-being practices to help you release stress, embrace joy, and step into a more vibrant, balanced life. From mindful practices and overcoming limiting beliefs to the power of self-awareness and connection, each episode is designed to educate, inspire, and empower. Expect engaging conversations, personal reflections, and guest interviews with thought leaders in wellness, all aimed at helping you cultivate more ease, confidence, energy, and playfulness in your everyday life. Whether you’re navigating work stress, family demands, or simply feeling stuck in a healing journey, this podcast is here to remin
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Life is too short to be stuck in stress, exhaustion, self-doubt and overwhelm. Stress Less, Joy More is your invitation to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly makes you feel good physically, emotionally, and mentally.
What has Stress Less, Joy More covered recently?
Recent episodes include "#15 From Brain Injury to Healing & Joy with Susan Nash" (8 September 2026, 68 minutes), "#14 The Mid-Year Reset: Choosing Awareness & Clarity Over Autopilot" (8 August 2026, 46 minutes), and "#12 Birth, Belonging & the Power of Midwifery with Pioneer Ava Vosu" (8 June 2026, 67 minutes).
How often does Stress Less, Joy More publish?
Stress Less, Joy More publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 17 episodes.
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Stress Less, Joy More is a health podcast with 17 episodes published.
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Episode #15
#15 From Brain Injury to Healing & Joy with Susan Nash
Sep 8, 20261h 8mS2
Some moments in life change everything. At just 17 years old, Susan Nash survived a devastating head-on collision that left her with a brain injury, memory loss, and a long road to recovery. What could have become a...
#14 The Mid-Year Reset: Choosing Awareness & Clarity Over Autopilot
Aug 8, 202646 minS2
Midway through the year, Doris and Paula revisit their Words of the Year, Clarity and Awareness and reflect on the powerful lessons these intentions have revealed. From learning to let go of overcommitment and creating...
#12 Birth, Belonging & the Power of Midwifery with Pioneer Ava Vosu
Jun 8, 20261h 7mS1
<p><b>What if the way we welcome babies into the world shapes future generations?</b></p><p><b>In this heartfelt conversation, midwifery pioneer Ava Vosu shares her extraordinary journey from personal loss to helping...
#11 You’re Not Lazy—You’re Misaligned, with Jenn Walker
May 8, 20261h 10mS1
<p><b>What if the life you've been chasing is actually waiting for you in the present moment?</b></p><p><b>In this deeply expansive and heart-opening episode, we sit down with Jenn Walker, adventurer, coach, and...
#10 Creativity as Medicine: Healing Through Expression & Connection with Tanya Levy
Apr 8, 20261h 4mS1
<p><b>In this heart-centered conversation, Paula and Doris sit down with counselor and artist Tanya Levy to explore the powerful connection between creativity, emotional healing, and being truly seen.</b></p><p><b>Tanya...
#09 From Fear to Connection: Finding Hope Through Cancer Support with Lisa Stacey
Mar 20, 20261h 7mS1
<p><b>In this special Podcasthon episode of Stress Less, Joy More, we spotlight the inspiring work of Wellspring Stratford Cancer Support Centre.</b></p><p><b>Our guest, Lisa Stacey, is a yoga and meditation instructor...
#08 What If One Word Could Transform Your Well-Being?
Mar 8, 202632 minS1
<p><b>What if one word could gently guide your entire year?<br/>In this heartfelt episode, Paula and Doris explore the power of choosing a </b><b>Word of the Year.</b><b> Doris shares why she chose clarity. Paula shares...
# 07 Managing Energy, Not Time: Sustainable Well-Being with Lubna Forzley
Feb 8, 202657 minS1
<p><b>In this deeply grounding episode of Stress Less, Joy More, Paula and Doris are joined by Lubna Forzley, Certified Compassionate Inquiry® Practitioner and founder of </b><b>Stories</b><b>. Lubna shares her...
<p>Movement Is Medicine: Qigong Helps Us Heal, Breathe & Transform with Munira Jiwa</p><p>In this deeply nourishing episode of Stress Less, Joy More, we are joined by Munira Jiwa, a passionate Qigong teacher, former...
#05 Finding Your Way Back to Yourself: Transformation & Emotional Healing with Fadhwa Yusuf
Dec 8, 20251h 12mS1
<p><b>In this deeply transformative conversation, Paula and Doris sit down with author, speaker, and global changemaker Fadhwa Yusuf to explore the early wounds that shape us and the parts of ourselves that try to keep...
#04 When the Body Speaks with Dr. Michelle Greenwell, PhD
Nov 8, 20251 hourS0
<p><b>Paula and Doris welcome Dr. Michelle Greenwell, founder of the Greenwell Center for Holistic Health, dance educator, and Tai Chi teacher, to explore how movement supports emotional well-being. Michelle shares her...
#03 After-podcast with Claudia Goetzelmann- Joy, Grief & Permission to Bloom
Nov 7, 202520 minS1
<p><b>Bonus Episode!<br/></b>What happens after the podcast ends?<br/>Join Paula, Doris, and Claudia Goetzelmann in this tender after show as they explore how grief, mortality, and gratitude open us to deeper joy...
#03 Finding Joy in the Mud with Claudia Goetzelmann
Oct 8, 20251h 1mS1
<p><b>Finding Joy in the Mud with Claudia Goetzelmann: Grief, Healing & Transformation</b></p><p><b>In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Claudia Goetzelmann, a holistic and somatic practitioner and...
<p><b>Holistic Stress Management: Prescription for Joy with Eva Gold<br/>In this inspiring conversation, Paula and Doris welcome Eva Gold, Eden Energy Medicine faculty member, Holistic Health and Qigong practitioner...
<p>In this heart-opening first episode of <b>Stress Less, Joy More</b>, hosts Doris and Paula take you behind the scenes of their own personal well-being journeys. From childhood trauma and parenting burnout to...
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