IT Stress Relief
Episodes
The Background Process Effect: Why You Can't Truly Unplug
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gina addresses the normalized culture of being "always available" within the tech industry. Gina discusses how constant notifications...
The Nervous System Trap: Why Smart IT Pros Stay in Draining Jobs
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this introspective episode, Gina explores a quiet but pervasive issue in the tech industry: why highly capable, self-aware professionals stay in ro...
Identity and Sustained Performance
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this final installment of her mini-series on crunch culture and burnout, Gena dives deep into the subtle force that keeps IT professionals tethered...
The Nervous System of ‘No. Why Boundaries Feel Like Danger
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gena takes a look at the physiological and psychological barriers that prevent IT professionals from setting effective boundaries. Moving beyond surfa...
Why Your Time Off Isn't Fixing Your Burnout
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena explores the vital difference between escape and true recovery. While many high-achievers in tech rely on vacations or ‘over-correcting’...
Why Rest Feels Like a Chore After the Crunch
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena takes a look at the perplexing reality many IT professionals face: the inability to feel restored even when they finally step aw...
Navigating High-Functioning Burnout in Tech
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena dives into the deceptive nature of high-functioning burnout, a form of exhaustion that doesn't look like collapse, but rather li...
Why IT Professionals Can’t Quit Crunch Culture
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena dives deep into the psychological and physiological mechanics of ‘crunch culture’. Rather than viewing constant urgency as a...
Why Soft Skills are Hard Systems Maintenance
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena dives into the high-pressure world of ‘crunch culture’, those intense periods in IT where deadlines are compressed and stres...
Healing Your Subconscious with Clinical Hypnotherapist Michala
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena interviews Mihaela, a clinical hypnotherapist, Beyond Quantum Healing practitioner, and inner transformation coach. Michala shares her jou...
Is ‘Fawning’ Sabotaging Your Tech Career? How to Stop People-Pleasing and Reclaim Your Voice
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena explores the often-overlooked stress response of ‘fawning’: a reflex to people-please and avoid conflict that silently erode...
The Real Secret to Achieving Your New Year's Resolutions: Aligning with Your Nervous System
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena delves into the reasons why New Year's resolutions often fail, particularly for IT professionals who are prone to overworking an...
Mastering the Art of Reframing in Challenging Situations
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena delves into the powerful tool of reframing, a technique that allows individuals to view challenging situations from a healthier ...
Silencing Your Inner Critic: A Fun Technique to Combat Negative Self-Talk
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gina delves into the impact of emotional investment in one's job and how it can lead to stress and burnout. Gina emphasises that it's...
Strategies for Energy, Vitality, and Sustainable Wellness
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena interviews Valerie Huang Beck, a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner and Vitality and Vision mentor. Valerie shares her trans...
Gena's Practical Techniques for Stress Relief and Well-Being - Revisited
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. A...
A Mother's Quest for Health and Balance in a High-Pressure IT Career with Lara Barnes
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena interviews Lara Barnes, a Chief Customer Officer with nearly three decades of experience in the technology sector. Lara shares her inspiri...
Shaman Dawn's Guide to Reconnecting with Self and Community
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gena sits down with Shaman Dawn, a certified hypnotherapist and traditional teacher from South Africa, to discuss the intersection of indigenous wisdo...
How a Phone-Free Hour Can Transform Your Day
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena shares her personal experience of dealing with the chaos that ensued when her phone broke down. She reflects on our heavy reliance on smar...
The Power of Mindset and Community in the IT Industry with Aarti Mehta-Nayyar
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena interviews Aarti Mehta-Nayyar, a former IT professional turned corporate coach and author of 'Unappreciated to Unstoppable'. Aarti shares ...
How AI Can Enhance Productivity and Well-Being
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena shares her insights from a recent experience at Big Data London, highlighting the transformative impact of data and AI across various indu...
Should You Fire Your Boyfriend?
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena reflects on a unique question ‘Should you fire your boyfriend if they underperform?’. Drawing a parallel between professional and pers...
Anand Parkhi on Adapting to AI, Overcoming Burnout, and the Importance of Community in IT
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena interviews Anand Parkhi, an assistant vice president at a leading investment bank and a former podcast host. Anand shares his journey in t...
How Neurodivergent Professionals Can Thrive in the Workplace
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena interviews Kirstie Heap, a business empowerment coach and neurodiversity advocate, to discuss the unique challenges faced by neurodivergen...
Rewiring Your Mindset with Hypnotherapy and NLP
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena discusses the pressing issue of mental health within the tech industry, highlighting the unique challenges faced by IT professio...
Discovering and Reinforcing Mental Clarity and Stress Resilience
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest Fyodor Kuznetsov shares his transformative journey from a stressful IT career to discovering the power of a scientific sensory-based bre...
Attracting Positivity and Overcoming Negativity in Your Life
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena delves into the crucial topic of mindset and its impact on stress management for IT professionals. Drawing from her personal exp...
Discovering the Benefits of Sound Frequencies for Stress Management and Performance with Dr. Puja Myles
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena sits down with Dr. Puja Myles, a public health specialist and certified health and wellness coach, to explore the intersection o...
Navigating the Complexities of Tech Culture: Strategies for IT Professionals to Manage Stress and Thrive
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Gena sits down with Jihyun Lee, a multifaceted entrepreneur with a background in luxury fashion and beauty marketing, who now runs...
Unlocking Your Nervous System: Practical Strategies for Stress Regulation and Longevity
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena speaks with Estee Lantos, a somatic and nervous system coach, to discuss the profound impact of stress on both mental and physic...
How Breathwork Can Transform IT Professionals' Lives
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena sits down with Greta Staknyte, a breathwork facilitator and holistic coach, to discuss the transformative power of breathwork in...
Skills on the Rise - Mastering IT in 2025
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena explores the essential skills that IT professionals need to develop by 2025, as highlighted by LinkedIn News UK. She emphasises ...
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gina, delves into the pervasive issue of Imposter Syndrome that affects many in the tech industry. She discusses how the fast-paced n...
Confidence and Assertiveness
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gina explores the importance of confidence and assertiveness for IT professionals. She discusses common challenges like speaking up i...
Mindful Mornings: Setting the Tone for a Productive Day in IT
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gena explores the importance of starting your mornings mindfully to foster a productive and stress-free day, in this helpful routine-focused episode. ...
Gena's Practical Techniques for Stress Relief and Well-Being
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In 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 pro...
The Cost of Poor Time Management: Protecting Your Career and Personal Life in IT
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena delves into the critical skill of time management for IT professionals. She discusses the challenges faced in the tech industry,...
The Always-On Culture: Why IT Professionals Need to Prioritise Boundaries for Mental Well-Being
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Gena considers the critical yet often overlooked topic of setting boundaries for IT professionals. She discusses the pervasive "always-on" cult...
Betterment Burnout: The Importance of Fun and Leisure in the Pursuit of Self-Improvement
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena delves into the concept of "betterment burnout," a phenomenon experienced by high achievers who feel exhausted from the relentle...
Elke Wallace on Mastering Your Mind Matters and Stress Management Techniques
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gena interviews Elke Wallace, founder of Mastering Your Mind Matters and host of the Exploring Brain and Mind podcast. Elke shares he...
Breaking Free from the Procrastination Trap: Real-World Solutions for IT Professionals
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Gena investigates the pervasive issue of procrastination faced by IT professionals and software developers. She explores the under...