Let's Talk About It with Lori Streator is the mental health podcast that helps you understand yourself, reduce anxiety, and build emotional strength. Join licensed therapist Lori Streator for real conversations that dive into the challenges of everyday mental health. From sleep and anxiety to stress, relationships and mindset - you'll hear practical tools, relatable stories, and powerful strategies to improve your mental and emotional well-being.
This is your space to slow down, feel seen, and focus on you.
5 Soft Skills That Build Confidence, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership Skills
Confidence isn't about having it all together - it's about practicing soft skills consistently.
In this episode, I'm giving you five people skills that shape how confident, capable, and respected you feel in both your personal and professional life. These aren't technical skills, they're emotional intelligence habits that can help you stay calm, communicate clearly, and lead better.
If you've ever felt overwhelmed, unsure of yourself, or anxious in conversations or leadership moments, this episode gives you practical tools you can start using immediately.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why clear, direct communication builds confidence
How to regulate your nervous system during stress instead of reacting emotionally
Why calm is one of the most powerful leadership traits
There are simple phrases, mindset shifts, and communication techniques that you can practice to feel more grounded, respected, and capable.
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12 Jan 2026
The Powerful Story Behind Erin's Law with Erin Merryn
Child sexual abuse is far more common than most parents realize: 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused by age 18.
But there's hope.
In one of the most powerful episodes I've recorded, I sit down with childhood sexual abuse survivor and activist Erin Merryn, who has spent 15 years getting Erin's Law passed in 38 states. This groundbreaking legislation requires K-12 schools to teach personal body safety education - giving children the language and knowledge to "get away and tell today."
Erin shares her journey from survivor to advocate, the real reasons some states resist this life-saving education, and the incredible stories of other children whose lives have been changed (and saved) by learning this law.
In This Episode:
What Erin's Law is and why it's being passed state-by-state across America (and internationally)
The difference between "personal body safety education" and sex education
Statistics, such as "90% of child sexual abuse is committed by someone the child knows and trusts, NOT strangers"
How to access FREE curriculum and resources through the Erin's Law Foundation
What parents & supporters can do right now to support this legislation in the remaining 12 states
About Erin Merryn:
Erin Merryn is an author, activist, and survivor who has dedicated her life to protecting children from sexual abuse. Erin's Law has passed in 38 states, Ontario (Canada), and a state in India. She's currently working on a documentary following her legislative journey, expected to release in 2027.
Resources Mentioned:
Erin's Law Foundation (free curriculum available)
Erin's first book Stolen Innocence (https://amzn.to/4j5Cqil)
Documentary Trailer
Erin's Law Foundation Facebook Page
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Erin Merryn on Instagram
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If you've ever felt lazy, unmotivated, or like you just can't get it together, this episode is for you.
In this conversation, I'm breaking down why the problem usually isn't discipline - it's executive functioning, nervous system overload, and using the wrong tools for how your brain actually works.
This episode is especially helpful if you live with anxiety, ADHD, chronic stress, or the familiar thought of "I know what I need to do but I can't start."
In this episode, you'll learn:
What executive functioning really is and why you get overwhelmed
How anxiety and ADHD impact organization, focus, and follow-through
Why "just try harder" often backfires
The difference between avoidance when it comes to boring tasks vs. anxiety
Simple strategies to build systems that support how your brain works
There's 4 key areas to focus on:
Executive function & focus
Organization & time management
Nervous system regulation
Self-compassion
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.
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5 Soft Skills That Build Confidence, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership Skills
Published 15 Jan 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And the third one is to remember the small things. This is a signal that again, you care and that you have emotional intelligence remembering someone's name. The fact that they just visited a family member who is sick or their favorite coffee order or asking them how they like their new car, people are humans first. They are your employees second if we're talking about this in terms of like corporate or their work world. But even when it comes to personal life and friends, people are humans. People want to feel seen and this is a huge way to connect with other people. Something really cool is I learned this a long time ago many, many years ago and this also, also stuck with me. […]
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