Mar 11 2025 61 mins
This is StRest! In this episode, Jamie Hess joins Kerstin Lindquist to explore how gratitude, wellness, and personal branding can transform stress into strength. Jamie shares her powerful journey from struggling with addiction to becoming a wellness advocate and brand strategist. She breaks down how cultivating gratitude, building a personal brand, and prioritizing mindset can lead to success in both life and business. This episode is for you if you're looking for actionable strategies to reduce stress, improve your mindset, and step into your personal power.
This conversation dives into:
- The transformative power of gratitude in stress reduction
- How personal branding can help individuals navigate their careers
- Practical strategies for daily gratitude and mindset shifts
- Overcoming addiction and using recovery as a foundation for growth
- The role of family dynamics in shaping identity and values
- Accountability in health and wellness practices
- The impact of supplements on overall well-being
- Why asking for help is a critical step toward success
Major Themes & Concepts
Gratitude as a Tool for Wellness: Why daily gratitude practice shifts mindset and reduces stress.
Personal Branding & Identity: Understanding how you show up in your life and career.
Mindset & Growth: Turning challenges into opportunities for personal and professional evolution.
Recovery & Transformation: How addiction recovery leads to a stronger, more purposeful life.
Family & Relationships: Navigating privilege, values, and raising resilient children.
Health & Supplements: The role of nutrition, supplements, and accountability in overall well-being.
Resilience & Asking for Help: The power of community and support systems in overcoming obstacles.
Chapter Breakdown
00:00 – Introduction: Jamie’s Personal Health & Recovery Journey
04:15 – Life at QVC: From Fitness to Branding
07:00 – The Power of Personal Branding in Reducing Stress
09:52 – Gratitude & Mindset: Keys to Success
12:41 – Overcoming Personal Struggles and Growth
15:19 – The Journey of Recovery and Transformation
18:27 – Parenting and Raising Resilient Kids
21:19 – Understanding Privilege & Family Values
23:49 – Defining Your Personal Brand in Life & Work
26:44 – Balancing Ambition, Wellness & Career Growth
30:14 – Prioritization & Planning for Success
31:32 – The Role of Influencers in Marketing & Personal Branding
33:27 – The Power of Gratitude in Reframing Stress
36:29 – Embracing Challenges as Opportunities for Growth
40:05 – Work-Life Balance: Managing Career & Family
42:51 – The Importance of Self-Care & Health Practices
46:35 – Health, Wellness, & Supplements for Optimal Performance
50:26 – Accountability in Wellness: The Role of Community
52:42 – Supplements & Nutrition for Stress Reduction
56:04 – Practical Gratitude Techniques for a Healthier Life
58:21 – Nutrition, Behavior & Overcoming Barriers
Work with Kerstin
📅 Workshops & Events – Join upcoming events & retreats.
💡 Health Coaching with Kerstin – 1:1 coaching for stress reduction & wellness.
Resources Mentioned
📖 Gratitudeology by Jamie Hess
📖 The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
🎧 Calm App – Guided Meditation & Breathing Exercises
🎧 Insight Timer – Free Meditation App
🧘 Apollo Neuro – A wearable designed to improve resilience and manage stress.
Connect with Jamie Hess
🔹 Website: meetjamiehess.com
🔹 Instagram: @jamiehess
🔹 Coaching & Courses: coachjamiehess.com
More about Kerstin
Website: kerstin-lindquist.com
Instagram: @kerstin.lindquist
Facebook: Kerstin Lindquist
YouTube: @Kerstin.lindquist
TikTok: @kerstin.lindquist
Production, Distribution, and Marketing
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