Episode 55: Using Humor to Heal Workplace Stress with Marcus aka Not Your Average Coward

In this laugh-filled and insightful episode, Jess & Claude sit down with Marcus — content creator, dad of three, and the viral voice behind Not Your Average Coward. They dive into how Marcus went from catastrophe adjuster to comedy relief for burned-out professionals, all while juggling parenting and content creation.

From memes that hit too close to home to breathing exercises that actually help, Marcus shares how humor, boundaries, and community can transform how we cope with modern work life. Whether you're in a cubicle or on a Zoom call, this episode reminds you that laughter is more than a coping mechanism — it's a leadership tool.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Marcus started creating content as a stress relief outlet on Instagram; but really he not so secretly is using this for his auditions for being Survivor!
• His wife (and real-life MVP) inspired his mindset shift and supports his creative journey.
• Humor can build connections, drop guards, and open conversations at work.
• Making fun of stressful situations can be a way to process them.
• Setting clear boundaries is essential for protecting your peace.
• Content creation doesn't have to disrupt family life — it can blend in.
• Walking meetings and breathing techniques help reduce stress.
• Humor isn’t just funny — it’s healing.

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And don’t forget to rate, follow, and share if this episode made you laugh, breathe deeper, or finally set that out-of-office!

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