<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Tami West, PhD]]></title><description><![CDATA[I provide motivational keynotes,  especially those related to mental wellness and stress. I bring experience, education, and a sprinkle of humor!
]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:45:30 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.thestressclub.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[November &#38; December: A Season of Meaning, Boundaries, and Gentle Truths]]></title><description><![CDATA[This reflective blog post revisits November and December video content, exploring themes of stress, boundaries, perfectionism, faith, family dynamics, and emotional well-being. Through honest conversations and gentle reminders, it encourages readers to slow down, release unrealistic expectations, and choose meaning, connection, and grace during the holiday season and beyond.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/a-season-of-meaning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695e5d937fdaea320c0556bf</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:32:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_9c5a2b4f6abb4b8c9100da23b0ab4973~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Holiday Peace Tips for Real Women, Real Life (Season 6 Finale)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Season six of Consider Yourself Hugged wraps up with a heartfelt, practical holiday finale from host Tami West, PhD. In this solo episode, Tami offers 10 of her most powerful Holiday Peace tips for women who are overwhelmed by expectations, comparison, and the Superwoman myth.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/10-holiday-peace-tips</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6926d6d0e4b8554da14fa8ba</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:05:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_15e4e7ac0dbf4fefb46c473156737be7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comparison: The Holiday Peace Project Part 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re launching The Holiday Peace Project! In CYH 215, we get real about stress (ER scares, big-family pressure) and share a simple plan to protect your peace: decide what the season means to you, choose your feelings on purpose, and add tiny anchors—reflection questions, low-pressure games, and small rituals. Plus, a trivia giveaway (win a mug!), a downloadable Holiday Meaning Map, and what’s coming next: comparison/perfectionism and grief in the holidays.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/comparison-holiday-peace-project-part-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691cf608ddc0c37d52898575</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_c39b6743b75e4995b34a720c8f5a49f1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Holiday Peace Project Begins!]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re launching The Holiday Peace Project! In CYH 215, we get real about stress (ER scares, big-family pressure) and share a simple plan to protect your peace: decide what the season means to you, choose your feelings on purpose, and add tiny anchors—reflection questions, low-pressure games, and small rituals. Plus, a trivia giveaway (win a mug!), a downloadable Holiday Meaning Map, and what’s coming next: comparison/perfectionism and grief in the holidays.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/holiday-peace-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691311d04d01cb460b640c1e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_88d0cbc4ea254c0db4412c7ea7c4d6fb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sleep: The Science, the Struggles, and the Solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can’t turn off “anxious math” at 2 a.m.? Tami shares the cassette-tape trick that changed her nights, the science of sleep cycles and body clocks, and a compassionate 4-step plan: journal, build sleep drive by day, create a soothing routine, and optimize your bedroom. Plus CBT-I tools that beat pills long-term, the ½-hour rule, and the Bluetooth headband that feels safe and cozy. Consistency over perfection—learn to sleep again.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/sleep-better</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69088e21467ebf2bcea04106</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:05:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_20b8c7644363488f83b829879e9fbf09~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travel with Joy]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this uplifting episode, Tami and Michelle sit down with Joy Huber to talk about the freedom and empowerment that come with solo travel. Joy shares stories, tips, and reflections from her adventures, reminding us that exploring the world can help us rediscover ourselves. Whether you’re planning your first trip or dreaming of one, this episode will inspire you to travel with confidence and joy.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/travel-with-joy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ff4100525fdfb94dc4fb77</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:10:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_9103987a763742e4a6c30e963dc939f7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Forgotten Kindness: Generational Care, Respect, and the Micro-Habits that Change Us]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this heartfelt episode, Tami shares powerful stories about how we treat each other across generations—from an airport moment that sparked reflection to lessons from her mother’s final years. Explore how awareness, respect, and compassion shape caregiving, multigenerational living, and everyday interactions. Discover simple habits to slow down, honor others, and love better at every age.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/generational-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f611d22aa3cc1b5966d366</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:21:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_c67a38fb15ef4cc095a35c40e9ea5e6b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Stress Club: Tools 6–10: Exiting the Club One Conversation at a Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Continue your journey out of The Stress Club with Tools 6–10—Word Swap, Identity Honor, Reality Check, Connection Swap, and Worth Reset. Learn how to replace stressful language, redefine identity, question cultural myths, and form healthier bonds through honesty instead of exhaustion. These practical, research-based tools empower you to rewrite your story and create calm, confident connection every day.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/the-stress-club-tools-6-10</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ee1fe9c66780251ddc8621</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:27:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_9bd5867f90a74d1fbf640884ab622cf0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Ways to Exit the Stress Club: From Script Swaps to Equity Lenses ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ready to stop measuring your worth by your stress level? This week’s blog brings together the first five Stress Club Exit Tools—from flipping your stress script and setting anchor phrases, to unraveling old narratives and seeing life through an equity lens. Real conversations, relatable stories, and tools to help you exit burnout culture and choose peace.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/5-ways-to-exit-the-stress-club</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e6d07b5508334b1aa32018</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:28:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_04670834044941a1a7539f1d23ce7c19~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are You Selfish?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We often hear “self-care isn’t selfish”—but the truth is, sometimes it is. The difference lies in the spirit behind it. In this blog, I share real-life examples of women whose self-care inspires and those whose self-care isolates. Discover how to practice confident, life-giving self-care that fuels connection, instead of selfish self-care that creates distance.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/self-care-confidence-or-selfishness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d47e8209e4ce7caab490f0</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:23:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_4204134c31bc4a0c93fec4898a79b118~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Apologies: How to Respond When Rest Gets Judged]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever shared that you rested, only to hear “must be nice” or “wish I could do that”? These judgmental comments can trigger guilt and make us shrink back. In this week’s blog, I share why rest is not indulgent and how cultural scripts tie stress to worth. Plus, I created a free downloadable mini-guide with six ready-to-use responses to help you rest without apology. Grab it now in my Resource Vault!]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/no-apologies-for-rest</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c9478609d048a5bf8d158b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:06:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_59229649bbe0491f92daecbe74ab94e6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Overwhelmed to Peace: The Planning Tool That Gave Me My Power Back]]></title><description><![CDATA[Overwhelm hit me hard last week. I cried, double-booked myself, and canceled a speaking gig for the first time in my career. Instead of staying stuck, I created a big, visual planning tool with butcher paper, markers, photos, and post-its. Now, instead of a tornado in my head, I have tasks I can see, touch, and finish—plus a real rest day. I’m sharing every step, and you can download the detailed, pictured guide in my Resource Vault.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/from-overwhelmed-to-peace</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c2b1127a9f4e8cc0636249</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:42:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_648f907a37f54873b3ce62dc3281e1e8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_782,h_794,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Hurt Someone: then I found my way back]]></title><description><![CDATA[A tense hour, an unexpected hurt, and the quiet work of repair. My honest story, the feelings underneath it, and a one-page guide that helped me.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/i-hurt-someone</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b5d9a71465e3d2cdd2a94a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:24:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_ae8ecf5ff1614f5993bea6fbdeb786e0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When God Redirects: Lessons from the Feast Conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reflections from the Feast Conference: saying no to what’s not mine, embracing Sabbath rest, and remembering I don’t have to do everything.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/when-god-redirects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68af480e5af02259b124c6e1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 20:32:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_7230794432ea4376a24d7149f3d54cc4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[30 Years Later: What My Dog, Cat, and Life Have Taught Me About Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week I’m reflecting on mental health through everyday lessons—a dog and cat feeling safe, choosing calm over annoyance, and the importance of self-care. I’m also celebrating 30 years since my psychiatric hospital stay, highlighting the power of resilience, the mind-body connection, and cognition. These stories remind us that growth is possible and that mental health is built in both big milestones and small daily choices.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/30-years-later-mental-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a59f90e258c875dfd457d3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 13:15:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_32a16848a93649d79b6ca19011d93dea~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_668,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Dimensions of Your Mental Health Quotient (and Why You Should Care)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover 3 key dimensions of the Mental Health Quotient—Mood &#38; Outlook, Social Self, and Resilience—and how they impact everyday life.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/three-dimensions-of-your-mental-health-quotient-and-why-you-should-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689bbe64f4e8fb70089d98c3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 18:42:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_41726df48cc54686adfa6a34a3f6fe53~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pancakes, Wild Horses, and a View That Never Ends: Our Escape into Beauty]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the pandemic hit, we lost work and gained an unexpected gift: a journey west that brought wild horses, roadside diners, and priceless memories. In this story-driven blog, I take you from our first trip in 2020 to this summer's adventure, sharing what we've learned about freedom, perspective, and how to find beauty in both the wilderness and a pancake. Photos, memories, and moments that shaped us.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/escapetobeauty</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6893655ee55579268fb5e82b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:58:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_e2a9d012d17a4d2896cfe84a5ea866cf~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the “Real World” Writes Your Script (And How to Take the Pen Back!)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If your life feels like one long to-do list written by someone else, you're not alone. Many of us are living scripts we never chose—defined by pressure, productivity, and what others expect from us. In this blog, I share how the “real world” can hijack our identity and how going outside, slowing down, and rewriting the narrative can help. Plus, grab the free “Rewrite the Script” guide in the Resource Vault.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/therealworld</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688a104aab2701aa02a966e9</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:43:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_99615fba89e9448ea6929ab4dcf32c49~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[“That’s Just How I Am”: Rewriting the Stress Story We’ve Been Sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rewriting the small phrases that keep us stuck in stress mode. It’s time to say something new—because you’re not “just like that.”]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/rewriting-the-stress-story</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6880ef979fc35e411ce7d266</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:29:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_c47b6eecc2904175a5c9640123f1b288~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[“I’m Exhausted” — And Other Ways We Bond Over Burnout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling exhausted? Discover 5 gentle rituals to reclaim calm, including the surprising power of actually chewing your food.]]></description><link>https://www.tamiwest.com/post/ways-we-bond-over-burnout</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68779ee8b66cd256f9efb944</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:20:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f9554_8c8a1cbeda494aee8e0e3bacf07ec562~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tami West, PhD</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>