What if resilience isn’t something we’re born with but something we can build, one simple breath at a time? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kate Lund, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Kate Lund Psychology PLLC, joins Patrice to explore how we can create more calm, confidence, and connection in our daily lives.

From navigating childhood medical challenges to supporting others through burnout and parenthood, Dr. Kate has lived and studied resilience from every angle. Together, she and Patrice unpack the mindset shifts and micro-practices that make a real difference when life feels heavy and remind us that it’s okay not to have it all figured out.

What You’ll Learn

• How Dr. Kate’s early life shaped her passion for helping others thrive
• What it truly means to “build resilience within your own context”
• A simple 5-minute Relaxation Response practice to regulate stress
• How to stop comparing yourself and focus on your strengths
• The science behind calming your nervous system to prevent burnout
• Why modeling emotional balance matters more than perfect parenting
• Small ways to bring joy and connection back into your daily rhythm

About Dr. Kate Lund

Dr. Kate Lund is a Clinical Psychologist, author, and performance coach helping individuals and families strengthen resilience, overcome setbacks, and thrive. Through her private practice, Kate Lund Psychology PLLC, and her work as an author and speaker, she blends research-based strategies with lived experience to empower people to navigate challenges with authenticity and grace.

Her latest book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting, weaves together her perspectives as a clinician, parent, and former patient to offer practical tools for managing stress, building emotional awareness, and raising resilient kids. When she’s not working with clients or writing, Dr. Kate volunteers alongside her therapy dog, Wally, at Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Connect with Dr. Kate Lund

• Website: www.katelundspeaks.com
• LinkedIn: Kate Lund on LinkedIn
• Instagram: @dr_kate_lund
• Book: Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting — available on Amazon

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