50. We react to the internet’s wild advice on toxic coworkers
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Toxic coworkers: the struggle is real. In this Friday Coffee Chat, we react to some of the wildest, strangest, and surprisingly relatable advice the internet has to offer on dealing with difficult people at work.You’ll hear: 😳 Our real-time reactions to the internet’s “top tips” 😂 What made us laugh, cringe, or actually say, “okay, that’s not bad” ✨ Real talk on what it’s like to navigate office dynamics while protecting your peaceIf you're working a 9–5 and trying to keep your cool around coworkers who test your patience, this episode is your reminder that you're not alone — and that sometimes laughter is the best coping strategy.If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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49. How to stop overthinking about work all the time & enjoy your free time
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!You’ve logged off. The laptop is shut. But your brain? Still thinks about that meeting from 2 PM. 🙃In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re talking about something so many of us struggle with: detaching from work—mentally, emotionally, all of it. Because you cannot fully enjoy your life and protect your well-being if you're constantly thinking about work.We cover:✨ Why it’s so hard to detach (hello, unfinished tasks and late-day emails)✨ What reattachment is—and why starting your day right helps you end it better✨ What to do before, during, and after work to protect your energy✨ Simple mindset shifts and rituals to create boundaries that stickYou’ll get real-life examples that will help you:Stop bringing work into your evenings Use brain dumps, shutdown plans & the “Cancel! Cancel!” techniqueFind ways to fill your after-hours with things that bring you joy.This one’s for you if you’re craving more headspace and clarity, better after-work routines, and the kind of evenings that actually feel like a break.Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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48. The hidden stressors killing your motivation (with Dr. Anita Keller)
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Ever feel like your work stress is running the show even after hours? Like you just can’t switch off, no matter how many deep breaths you take?In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re talking about a feeling that way too many of us carry quietly: the constant pressure and hidden tension that work stress creates in our lives. Whether you're overthinking every conversation, feeling physically wound up at your desk, or riding that familiar burnout rollercoaster, you’re not alone.We’re joined by Dr. Anita Keller, a Professor of Organizational Psychology who’s spent years studying how people deal with stress at work, how we recover, and how we don’t.Together, we explore:Why work stress isn’t just about deadlines or bad bossesThe sneaky stressors that are messing with your energy and focus (without you realizing it)Real, doable ways to bounce back—without needing a two-week vacationWe also tackle your real-life questions like:“Why do I replay work convos in my head at night?”“Is venting about my work actually helping me or hurting me?”“How do I stop crashing after sprinting through work for weeks?”Because your peace of mind should be just as important as your performance.And no, you’re not the only one holding your breath at work.Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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47. If rest makes you anxious you're caught in toxic productivity: Here's how to break free
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Are you constantly chasing the next goal… but still feel like you’re not doing enough?In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re talking about something that so many of us high-achieving women secretly struggle with: toxic productivity. That sneaky voice that says “rest is lazy” and “you’ll only succeed if you work harder.”We’ll help you spot the signs, understand where this pressure comes from, and most importantly, how to break free from it without giving up on your dreams.In this Friday Coffee Chat, we dive into:What toxic productivity really looks like (it’s sneakier than you think)Why so many ambitious women fall into this trapThe emotional toll it takes (hello, burnout, anxiety, and guilt)How to start redefining success in a more sustainable, joyful wayBecause success shouldn’t cost you your peace.Find out more resources on dealing with toxic productivity in these episodes:1. Do you have to love your job to be happy?2. Hustling vs. work-life balance - can you have both?If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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46. Remote work burnout? How to set boundaries, boost focus & recharge
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Working from home sounds like a dream—until it starts to blur the lines between work and life...In this Friday Coffee Chat, we share 3 powerful strategies to help you take back control, boost your productivity, and actually enjoy remote work again.You’ll learn how to:✅ Set clear work hours & boundaries at home✅ Use transition rituals to mentally switch gears✅ Stay productive without burning outWhether you’re fully remote or hybrid, these tips will help you feel more focused, energized, and in charge of your time.If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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