Are you not feeling aligned and in balance? Keep on listening!In today’s episode, join your host Erika as she explains what misalignment is, her recent experience with it and how to move past this point to get realigned and feel balanced and happy. She explores 3 unique ideas to help you get back on track!You can look forward to:(00:00) Introduction(01:16) Defining Alignment (03:54) Awareness(10:01) Choose your words wisely(13:02) Creating Space(16:43) Happy list  (17:52) Final Comments and LinksShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you always feel emotionally drained after your work day? Then you need to keep listening!In today’s episode, we explore Energy-based productivity as a way to combat that after-work drain you feel. We explore some practical strategies and tips to help you implement this into your workday to help you feel energised and balanced all day long! You can look forward to:(00:54) Introduction(02:03) Time- VS Energy-based productivity (05:18) Rhythmic Planning (09:50) Micro-breaking(11:34) Task prioritisation (12:15) Work Boundaries(14:08) Burnt Out (17:18) Final Comments and Links Don’t forget to check out this episode to explore what "non-negotiables" are and what they mean for your Balance. Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you currently going through a fallout with a relationship or with work? Then you need to listen to this episode!Fallouts are a natural part of going through life. We constantly fallout with friends, partners or even colleagues which can leave us unbalanced and feeling as though we have. But in fact, fallouts are not failures, they can be a useful tool in helping us to identify what we like and do not like. Tune in to find out more… You can look forward to:(00:00) Introduction(01:26) Fallouts are not failures(04:06) Relationships(07:55) The Work Place(09:42) 2 Questions for Reflection(14:02) Final Comments and LinksShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling a bit ungrounded? Like you're scattered or need some re-direction? In today’s episode, your host Erika walks through 10 Life Lessons that you can turn to in a time when you need some motivation or a little pick me up to get you back on track.You can look forward to:(00:54) Introduction(01:47) #1 Look and see everything(03:13) #2 Your diet is everything you consume (04:13) #3 Nothing is ever stupid(04:52) #4 You always have a choice(05:58) #5 Choose your hard(06:33) #6 Tomorrow is not your answer(06:58) #7 Be Flexible(08:24) #8 Fear: false evidence appearing real(09:55) #9 Failure is a part of the success(11:07) #10 Let people down to be happy (12:27) Final comments and links Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you feeling the pressure and uncertainties that come with a new journey or opportunity you have embarked on? Do you feel uncomfortable and don’t know where to head from here? Then you need to listen to this episode!When you embark on a new journey whether that be work, a new business or a relationship, uncertainties arise, and uncomfortable feelings begin to brew. This is what we call the 'Messy Middle'. In today’s episode, Erika sits down for a pep talk about what the messy middle is and how to help you stay the course when faced with these feelings, helping you to achieve all your goals. You can look forward to:(01:34) Introduction(02:41) What is the Messy Middle?(03:33) You are capable!(06:40) The cost of levelling up(09:33) If it was easy, everyone would do it(12:37) Failure (14:53) Final Comments and LinksShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you wake up on a Monday morning dreading going to work? Are you unhappy with your current role and are wanting to better your circumstances? This episode is for you!Work is a major part of our lives and thus, should be an enjoyable and happy place to be. However, often we dread the idea of going to work because we are unhappy with our roles or the environment in which we work. In today's episode, join us as we help you explore why you are unhappy, what aspects of your balance are being compromised due to your work and how we can approach these situations.You can look forward to:(01:18) Introduction(03:45) Comprising your Happiness(05:43) What is making you unhappy?(17:43) Final Comments and LinksCheck out the "How to make times for the things you love" episode to learn more about prioritising to achieve your goals and don’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you feel like you are stuck in a particular situation? You can't see the next step forward to move past it, to grow? Then this episode is for you!Today, we explore the most powerful reframe and mindset shift you will ever hear that will help you to move past and grow from every experience and situation you encounter. Tune in to explore this reframe and how it can be applied to your health, relationships and work.You can look forward to:(00:53) Introduction(02:31) The BIG Reframe!(07:30) Reframing Your Health(08:45) Reframing Relationships(12:10) Reframing Work(15:49) Final Comments and Links Don’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you sometimes feel that even when you get your a full night's sleep, you start each day feeling drained and even more tired? Then this episode is for you!When you think of rest, sleep is the first thing that comes to mind, however, there are four different types of rest that we need to consider: Physical, Mental, Social, and Sensory rest. Rest is super important to everyone as it provides not only a chance for our body to break and reset but also our mind and emotions. By targeting and resting each of these four areas, you will be able to provide your body with proper rest and begin each day feeling energetic and balanced. In today's episode, you can look forward to:(00:53) Introduction(02:08) What is rest?(02:54) Physical Rest: Passive Vs. Active (06:59) Mental Rest(09:51) Social Rest (15:51) Sensory Rest(19:56) Final Comments and Links  Don’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disagreements in relationships are normal and healthy, but how do we know then it is no longer healthy and how can we understand and learn to navigate ourselves in arguments to better our relationships? Tune in to find out!Every single relationship in your life, whether romantic, friendship or business-related, will experience conflict and disagreements. It is impossible to expect that everyone is in agreement all the time. Unfortunately, this often leads to heated conversations, saying things you might not mean and not explaining yourself in the best way possible. In today's episode, we dive into how we can navigate these conflicts in your important relations and work through some tools and mindset shifts that you adopt to help your relationships remain happy and healthy.You can look forward to:(00:50) Introduction(04:28) Open Communication(05:13) Active Listening(08:31) There’s no ‘I’ in Team(10:20) Accountability(14:42) Final Comments and LinksDon’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you sometimes struggle to keep on track with a goal or a task you set yourself? You get distracted or unmotivated and wish you had more self-discipline to keep on track. Make sure you tune in to this episode!Self-discipline is a skill we develop over time and it is constantly challenged and changed as we progress through life. It can get very difficult to stay on track and have discipline, especially in times of adversity or change, or when things are just not going our way. In today's episode, we walk through 8 essential steps and tips that will help you to develop and strengthen your own self-discipline. You can look forward to:(01:03) Introduction(03:44) #1 Set Clear Goals(05:50) #2 Breaking it down (08:39) #3 Consistency (11:48) #4 Accountability(14:13) #5 Remove Distractions(16:16) #6 Weaknesses and Triggers  (18:38) #7 Self-compassion(20:41) #8 Rewards (22:32) Final Comments & LinksDon’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you going through a tough time right now, doubting how capable and strong you are? You need to listen to this episode right now!We all experience an array of emotions and moments in our life from the highest highs to the lowest of lows. It is sometimes in these low moments that we begin to self-doubt, to talk negatively to ourselves and feel as though we are not good enough. In today's episode, we sit down for a deep and meaningful conversation, a pep talk if you will, to talk through what you are feeling and how you can get through it. (00:00) Introduction(04:41) The Pep TalkDon’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to take control of your own life and be your best you?Sometimes we can feel overwhelmed, chaotic and conflicted, as though we have no control over our lives and the things in it and we do not feel balanced. In today’s episode, we navigate through 5 mindset shifts that are crucial if you want to take back control of your own life and regain your balance.You can look forward to the following:(00:47) Introduction(03:38) #1 Growth Mindset (08:29) #2 Abundant mindset (12:07) #3 Open Mindset(14:50) #4 Purposeful and Intentional(18:17) #5 Self-worth(21:58) Final comments and LinksDon’t forget to complete this quick survey to help us rebrand The Balance Theory. We would absolutely love to hear your opinions and thoughts!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you someone who lives a busy lifestyle, enjoys a busy lifestyle, but feel like your sense of balance is compromised as a result? Then this episode is for you!Today, everyone is always hustling from one thing to the next which means we can often find it hard to maintain our balance. In this episode, we explore 6 tools including reframing your balance, time blocking and setting boundaries, to help you navigate through your full on schedule and find time to feel and maintain your balance. You can look forward to:(00:00) Introduction(04:18) #1 Reframing your Idea of Balance(07:39) #2 Night Routine(10:06) #3 Time Blocking(12:37) #4 Letting yourself feel(16:05) #5 Knowing when to take a Break(21:08) #6 Boundaries(25:31) Final Comments and LinksDon’t forget to check out our previous episodes on Curating a Night Routine and Reframing your idea of Balance for more in-depth descriptions to help you achieve your own balance!Also check out Sunsama (https://www.sunsama.com/) to help you time block your busy schedules.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to optimise your sleep and wake up every morning feeling energised and ready for the day? Well, then it’s time to think about implementing a nighttime routine!Many of us are big subscribers to a morning routine to start the day and get us feeling prepared to take on the day, but a nighttime routine can also help us to optimise our sleeping habits and better the consequent day. This routine can help our bodies to acknowledge and understand that it's time to wind down and prepare for bed, thus allowing us to fall deeper into our sleep.Come along with us as we explore 8 amazing tips to help you generate a nighttime routine that’s suited to you:(00:00) Introduction(01:16) Why a nighttime routine?(04:45) #1 BedTime (05:32) #2 Ritualise your routine (07:27) #3 Hydration(08:25) #4 Set yourself up for tomorrow (09:59) #5 Light Exposure + #6 Technology timeout (13:23) #7 Word Vomit(16:00) #8 Gentle music and meditation(18:23) Recap and LinksCheck out the Whoop device if you want to track your sleep and daily habits.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you found that the work/life balance ideal doesn’t work for you? You find that work takes up more of your time and you feel restricted with this model of balance? Maybe it is time to take a look at The Balance Theory’s central dogma and find out what balance looks like TO YOU!Join us on this week’s episode as we break down The Balance Theory’s framework and explore how your can tailor to your life.You can look forward to:(00:00) Introduction(01:40) YOUR Balance(04:19) The Balance Theory Framework (07:10) The Non-negotiables(13:09) The Wants(18:37) Final comments and links You can check out Erika’s recent Oman trip on her Instagram.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes we know we need to say no to our friends or family, to an outing or to that extra bit of work our boss is asking us to do, but we feel as though we cannot. We are constantly saying yes to people and things and feeling overwhelmed and unbalanced. In today’s episode, we explore times when we want and how to say no. We workshop through 3 different mindsets we often find drive our actions when saying yes, and shifting these to allow us to feel balanced. You can look forward to:(01:10) Introduction  (02:10) Guilt(10:45) FOMO(13:50) Lack of Abundance(16:45) How to shift your mindset(19:37) Final commentsShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you expecting a change in your life like a new house, relationship, routine or job?... and are feeling uneasy about how big of an impact this will have on your life and your balance? Then this episode is perfect for you! OR maybe you know someone also anticipating such change, forward this on to them for a heart to heart they need to hear. In today’s episode, we explore how to plan for an upcoming change in your life so that you can feel more comfortable, healthy and most importantly, balanced. We workshop through a two-step strategy that highlights and plans for the challenges and impacts of this new change on your health, relationships and fulfilment. You can look forward to:(01:15) Welcome and Thank You!(02:10) Maintaining balance through change(05:07) The Balance Theory Framework(08:28) Step One: Planning the change(12:01) Step Two: Options(16:46) Final Comments(20:00) Connect with usShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How are your 2023 goals so far? Have you managed to stay on track with your goals or have you forgotten all about them?Coming up to February, we can sometimes find it hard to maintain and stay on track with the goals we set out for ourselves at the start of the year. In today's episode, we take a moment to reflect on your goals - whether you have stayed on the path or started to drift and how we can get you back on track. We focus on 3 main steps that will help you to realign your goals with your true desire and passion and thus, help you to achieve those goals this year.You can look forward to:(01:56) World Quitter's Day(02:30) Fine-tuning your goals(04:50) Step 1: What's your Burning Desire?(09:08) Wanting vs. Immature wanting(11:33) Step 2: Believing in yourself(12:44) Step 3: Expecting success(15:36) Patience is a virtue(17:41) Parting tips & commentsShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Networking is a highly requested topic from you all, so here it is! My tips on Networking - funnily, something I've had to recently do myself recently. I share with you guys a new space I am working in, tips on how I got started (from NEVER having networked before) and how I actually did it - from my why, who to approach, how to approach them and physically organising the catch up.This episode is necessary NOT just if you're looking for new work, but if you want to be a key person in the space you're working in.(00:00) My Networking recent experience(06:01) Overview(06:27) the ‘What’(07:27) Who?(10:06) You just need a breadcrumb(11:35) But, where?!(12:35) How do you reach out!?(13:50) Final tips Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Balancers, if growth is what you're here for, you NEED to find a way to embrace or push through the discomfort that comes with being out of your comfort zone.Often we feel this and take that as a sign we are failing, or not ready to start, or that we should doubt ourselves BUT most of the time none of these are true. It's more that we are experiencing the unknown, something for the first time. Today I'm going to explore with you, how to push past the discomfort, use anchors to ground us and share a nice exercise I use to remind me of my WHY + DIRECTION!(02:01) Step 1 Accepting discomfort (04:27) Step 2 the future you exercise(08:54) Step 3 Find your anchor (11:56) Switch to the "best-case-scenario" Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WARNING: You will never look at self love the same after listening to this episode.Self love - it’s thrown around like a bit of a BUZZ word, but how do we actually do it? And what does it actually mean?If you don't already realise that this can be your super power, you're in for a hella episode! Today I debunk the spas, facials & 'self-care' activities often painted as the sweet picture of self love, and get to the core & essence of what it truly means. PLUS I will share with you how to adopt it as a perspective, a mindset, so it's not something you need to allocate time in your week to do, like a chore on your list.Reflective Qs to determine if you have self loveDo I speak kindly to myself and treat myself with compassion and respect?Do I set boundaries and advocate for my own needs and desires?Do I take care of my physical, emotional, and mental well-being?Do I forgive myself for my mistakes and imperfections?Do I embrace my unique qualities and strengths?Do I allow myself to feel a full range of emotions, including happiness, sadness, anger, and joy?Do I have a positive relationship with my body and practice self-acceptance?Do I make time for self-care and prioritize my own well-being?Journal Prompts to assess your level of Self Love at the end of the dayHow did I speak to myself today? Was it kind and compassionate, or did I engage in self-criticism or negative self-talk?Did I set boundaries and advocate for my own needs and desires today? If not, what can I do differently tomorrow?How did I take care of my physical, emotional, and mental well-being today? What can I do to prioritize self-care tomorrow?What mistakes or imperfections did I forgive myself for today? How did this help me feel more loving towards myself?What unique qualities or strengths did I embrace today? How did this make me feel?How did I allow myself to feel and express a full range of emotions today? What emotions did I experience, and how did I cope with them?How did I feel about my body today? What self-care practices can I engage in to improve my relationship with my body?What self-care activities did I do today? How did they make me feel?(0:00) Podcast Introduction(00:51) What is Self Love?(03:10) Journal Prompts to think about Self Love(05:12) You don't need time to practice Self Love(08:06) Self Soothing(12:29) Daily Journal Prompts to reflect on Self Love(14:40) Self Love isn't a choreShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s that New Year feeling, where you’re all motivated and driven to pave your path, make change and drive towards new or ambitious things. This feeling is powerful, it sets our course for the year, but unfortunately, doesn’t la​st the whole year. It fades pretty quickly actually, some habits or promises we make, tend to fade away the further we get from Jan 1.But this year isn’t going to be that way because we are going to schedule, plan and unpack your goals in a way that makes them achievable and practical with your lifestyle and existing priorities. Today we are going to unpack getting to the core of what you want, finding direction on how to get there, values standards and habits required to achieve goal, managing your life balance along the way and how to write your own manifesto.Key Reflections from the episode:What are you going to permit/allow?Where do you need to spend your time?Who do you need to spend or not spend time with?What are you going to consume?ANNOUNCEMENT: We are now doing videos on YouTube YAY - link is here if you'd like to subscribe. (00:00) Introduction(01:38) Goal Setting & Prioritising(03:04) Step 1: What do you want?(06:32) Step 2A: Why manifesting hasn't worked for you before(08:29) Step 2B: Setting our Intention(09:01) Finding your WHY(11:09) Step 3: Values, habits & standards needed(12:36) Journal Questions(18:32) Step 4: Sustainable BALANCED Goals(20:43) Non-negotiable for your balance areas(24:15) For when you're overwhelmed(25:51) Step 5: Writing a Manifesto(27:34) Parting tips & commentsShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IT'S 2023! HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎉🎉🎉Today I am going to share 5 Powerful Mindset Shifts I feel we all need to achieve success *cue this is whatever you deem it to be* in 2023. From dealing with self doubt, to dreaming, to scraping the law of attraction for a more powerful law, I guarantee at least two of these are going to be profound AHA moments for you.I came up with these in my own goal setting process this year and just know you'll benefit from them as much as I did.(00:00) Introduction to Shifts(04:02) 1/Law of Resonance(06:58) 2/Ripples of Change(09:30) 3/Value of Dreams(13:30) 4/Reframing Self Doubt & Fear(17:44) 5/How to set new habits(20:24) SummaryANNOUNCEMENT: We are now doing videos on YouTube YAY - link is here if you'd like to subscribe. Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's your chance to have an impact on the podcast! We are currently taking feedback and input from every single one of you to help shape our vision and direction for 2023. If you have 5 minutes to fill out this quick survey, it would be INCREDIBLY appreciated + really helps us plan relevant and needed content. Click here to have your say!Today's episode:6 powerful questions to help you reflect on 2022 & get ready for 2023! Click here for a list of Core Values (both positive & negative) that summarise your year & ones you want to shape the next.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Balance Theory Podcast, we explore the intersection of mindfulness and movement with Natalie Kuhn, the Co-CEO and founding teacher of The class.Natalie shares her insights on how mindful movement can help us to reconnect with our bodies and live more freely, and offers tips on how to maintain inner balance in moments of challenge - not only that, moments where we have competing areas of our life being challenged all at once. She also discusses the importance of making mindfulness a part of our daily lives, and the role of honesty in our journey towards self-discovery.Tune in to learn more about the power of living mindfully and how it can help you to live a more balanced and fulfilling life.Link: 30-day free trial of The Class Digital Studio: theclass.com/balance30Instagram: @theclass & @thisisnatalieShare this with a friend or family member who needs to hear it!Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's your chance to have an impact on the podcast! We are currently taking feedback and input from every single one of you to help shape our vision and direction for 2023. If you have 5 minutes to fill out this quick survey, it would be INCREDIBLY appreciated + really helps us plan relevant and needed content. Click here to have your say!Today's episode:You are going to be so surprised how many things you do out of habit EVERY day that make you less productive. I know because I do them too! BUT as we know, awareness is key and I never leave you hanging with just the items, but also tips on how to actually stop doing them and change your day to day behaviour to get the most out of your work & time. I would highly recommend selecting one habit at a time to work on, before adopting them all at once. Bear this in mind as you listen in - maybe rank them from most important to least important and work backwards so (a) you actually stick to the changes and (b) you don't get overwhelmed doing so.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am joined by Lucy Dunne, founder, and CEO of Dunnebells. Dunnebells is a company that stands for honesty, inclusivity, strength and we believe in building a safe community for women all over the world to show up, be themselves, lift heavy and eat whatever makes them happy! We do a deep dive today into Lucy's experience with an eating disorder & yoyo dieting which has fuelled her business & work today, wrapped up in this includes breaking the cycle of yoyo dieting & setting sustainable fitness goals.She also shares and incredibly profound exercise to find your WHY which can be used in any area of life, as well as debunks some fitness myths!To ENTER & WIN 1 of 2 spots in Lucy's signature 8-week program click the link here.You can connect with Lucy more here @dunnebellsShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's your chance to have an impact on the podcast! We are currently taking feedback and input from every single one of you to help shape our vision and direction for 2023. If you have 5 minutes to fill out this quick survey, it would be INCREDIBLY appreciated + really helps us plan relevant and needed content. Click here to have your say!Today's episode:“If you quit on the process, you are quitting on the result” ... “Never Give Up” ... “Only Quitters Quit”.... There are so many sayings with the same basic idea, that quitting is a bad thing. This idea is instilled in us from the youngest age and even as we grow up, considered common place. To me however, winners do not quit or give up because the task is difficult or because they’re lazy, they quit because they are mature enough or self aware enough to acknowledge that something is no longer worth their time or energy. So today I'm going to reframe quitting to "letting go" and offer you some perspective shifts so you can finally let go of whatever is no longer serving you, that maybe you've been clinging on to out of fear of judgement. Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's your chance to have an impact on the podcast! We are currently taking feedback and input from every single one of you to help shape our vision and direction for 2023. If you have 5 minutes to fill out this quick survey, it would be INCREDIBLY appreciated + really helps us plan relevant and needed content. Click here to have your say!Today's episode:Soooo many of you have popped into my DMs being like 'hey, we always hear you and the guests mention TYPE A personality, what's that all about'? I figured an episode dedicated to explaining this + the other 4 types (B, C, D & X) would be extremely useful. Knowing what type you are is important for increased self awareness plus once you wrap your head around the types, it really increases your interpersonal skills because you can understand others better too!Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's your chance to have an impact on the podcast! We are currently taking feedback and input from every single one of you to help shape our vision and direction for 2023. If you have 5 minutes to fill out this quick survey, it would be INCREDIBLY appreciated + really helps us plan relevant and needed content. Click here to have your say!Today's episode:Work is one of those things we need for a sense of fulfilment, either personal/growth or financial, yet it can often be the things that destroys our overall sense of being ... that is, if we don't know how to manage and have a balanced relationship with it. Today I have dedicated the last of our Balance Rules series to this area because I feel there is SO much potential in our capabilities when we have a healthy and well defined relationship with work.Does this mean you won't work any overtime? No. Does this mean you won't work hard? No! It's about getting to the core of what you require from a job and knowing when it is taking you away from the other areas of your life. A key skill which I feel, is the make or break for our sense of balance.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine you got one car for your whole life!? How far would you go to care for it, regularly service it, keep it tidy (probably a lot better that what you currently do - AM I RIGHT?) Well your body is that one vehicle you get for life.Today I chat through some cardinal rules I personally have to strengthen my relationship and sense of balance with my body. Rules I feel you will all love and really embrace!Want some more content on COMPARISON? Here's an episode to add to your next walk or commute.Or want some more content on menstrual cycle/female specific eps? Here are my favs belowInterview with Nat KringoudisInterview with Tris AlexandraInterview with Sarah Liz KingShare this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After listening to these rules you will be comfortable identifying and knowing when you've found or have "your people", identify the characteristics or types of personalities that put you on edge or aren't conducive to you being your best self, we'll also dive into setting healthy boundaries PLUS the importance of relationships being tested.Want some more content on BOUNDARIES? Here's an episode to add to your next walk or commute.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we target another balance area and lay down the law on how to find balance in it! We chat all things how to protect our balance & relationship to ourselves! (PS I already know you guys are going to love this episode!!) In this ep we dive into the meaning of self care, what to do when you have scattered energy or feel disconnected from yourself, what tools are counterintuitive to you connecting with yourself, bringing curiosity to your life to make you hyper aware, gut feeling + intuition PLUS taking control of your life.Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we kick start our Balance Rules which will stick around for a few weeks. To start it off, one of the most important areas of MY life, Fitness! I dive into 6 key rules I feel we need to embrace to have a truly balanced relationship with fitness.If you feel stuck or bored with your routine, feel like you are disconnected or don't enjoy it, feel over worked and like you're not getting results or ANYTHING in between, then this episode is for you! Get ready to fall in love with your regime again. Share this episode with your mum, sister or a friend if you know they'll love it too! Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I share a 3 step process that has recently helped me deal with and work through negative thoughts. The aim is never to completely stop them (I feel that's impossible), but rather change how we respond to them.This episode has been inspired by the work of Mo Gawdat, author of Solve for Happy.You can check out Mo's interview on The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett.Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I want to share some of the worst habits a lot of us have, some I still slip into, that are detrimental to our life balance. Some of these are going to sound basic, but if it’s so simple, why do we still keep doing them? The first half relate to our physical health and the second half relate to our mental health. Woven in these are some that also cross over with relationships and work life which is always always underpinned by our health.Ready to see how many you’re currently engaging in? Make sure you keep a tally of which ones are In your life at the moment as I am going to set you a challenge at the end. Click here for our interview with Olivia Arezzolo - Sleep Expert Click here for our episode on How to know if your circle is blocking your authentic selfUntil next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s episode is inspired by a conversation I’ve had with one of you Balancers. Their painpoint? Dealing with the inevitable sacrifices that come with change. Even when we know and feel a change is necessary, the fall out or collateral damage from change, can be really hard to work through. Having undertaken a LOT of change this year myself, sacrificing my identity, career trajectory, money and so on, are all things I have felt.Today I share my thoughts on what these sacrifices mean on our journey and path and how to deal with them PLUS a cool morning activity you can do every day (under 1 min) to keep your why/purpose front and centre.To check out our dedicated episode on Comparison you can find it here. Do share this episode with someone that comes to mind when I say change and sacrifice!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lately I’ve been speaking with a lot of people who are either quite new on the self growth journey OR are constantly looking for ways to do better for themselves. I have been on my self discovery journey for I’d say around 3 years now and there are somethings I originally thought would “improve” or “get better” which I’ve now learned are just a part of the self growth journey.I think it’s a really useful discussion to flag these things especially for those of you navigating this for the first time and really feeling quite alone.If you’ve been loving this content and want to keep seeing it, let us know by dropping a review or rating wherever you’re listening it would mean the world to me and helps us continue to grow the show!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I take it personal and open up to you guys about my recent 12 week adventure in which I trialled for the first time ever remote working on the go.An episode ESPECIALLY for those wishing they could have this lifestyle as the dreamy scene you hope for, may not exactly fit with how you like to work and live! Join me as I share my learnings & offer you some realisations about your own lifestyle.A personal casual chat today - hope you enjoy it!Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!EPISODE LINK - "How to make your work time more efficient" episodeUntil next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the literal dilemma I had that prompted me to start this podcast... that is, thriving in busyness and loving being busy, but also feeling guilty for it. So I sat down and reframed what being busy meant, how it made me feel and how to ensure I didn't get swept up in the "busyness" to a point where I neglected my wellness, my wellbeing. And today, I take you exactly through the process I undertook to arrive in a place where I feel confident defending my time & forgetting feeling guilty for how I'm spending it.At times we need to go deeper in our health, or our work, and we don't need to feel guilty or let others make us feel guilty for it. So get ready to OWN it! Let's Balance together.Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!EPISODE LINK - "How to make more time for the things you love" episodeUntil next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over to our TikTok or Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I share a replay of a very early episode that I have recently listened back to to help me reframe my feelings with failure. In this episode, I share my thoughts on "beginnings" and their close but common link to "failing". I think the fear of failing, and the emotions associated with 'new beginnings' often prevent people from getting started A LOT more than they should. I share some insights into how we can reframe our understanding and connection to these feelings, and kick beginnings in the butt! Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over to our TikTok or Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I think the pitfall of sooooooo many relationships is miscommunication! There are 4 tips I’ve recently been thinking about in detail and feel that they have a lot of value to add to my relationships when it comes to communication, so much so, that I wanted to share them with you today.By the end of this episode you’ll have four new ideas to bring to your relationships which you’ll be able to instantly feel the difference once using.Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!Until next time, Stay Balanced P.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over to our TikTok or Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I want to chat about something I have recently felt which initially, felt extremely alien and foreign to me, and that is the feeling of being lost. At first, these feelings were uncomfortable for me. I resisted them and felt like I should have my sh*t sorted, but this resistance only pushed me further into the view that this feeling of being lost was bad and I needed a way out ASAP. As time has gone on and as I’ve sat with all the feels that come from this lostness, I am starting to view this as more of a reset or pivot in my life. So, today you’re going to hear 3 reasons why feeling lost is not a bad place to be and how it can truly be a special and eye opening moment in your life. Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!EPISODE LINK - "How to make more time for the things you love" episodeUntil next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A real passion area of mine is productivity, and this is not only limited to working hours, but how we can use our spare time wisely to make us all round more productive. I’m going to take you through 3 steps to start maximising your time at work so that you are working to your most efficient capacity, freeing you up to do more interesting things at work or even have more time to yourself - PERFECT if you feel you have no time.We will also chat about the importance of play, creativity and rest in personal time which full circle contributes to productivity.Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!EPISODE LINK - "How to make more time for the things you love" episodeUntil next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Negative feedback is something we’re all familiar with - whether it be in a professional capacity or via a personal relationship. It can come as constructive criticism or abrupt commentary, either way, it impacts us. I don’t know about you, but in the moment when receiving negative feedback, I usually plunge into emotions like embarrassed, shy, disappointed, guilty or any other yucky type of emotion. And so, today I want to empower you with some insights into this reaction and how we can look at feedback objectively, remove the emotion, and in the process understand something deeper about ourselves! Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're anything like me and feel like you're a bit of a perfectionist, then you're probably not foreign to the idea of having expectations on yourself across multiple areas of your life (especially work/career ones)! Today I want to chat about where these come from and explore when they can be good, and motivate us, but also when they can be bad and steer us away from what we genuinely want.I'll also dive deep into how to work out what success means to you so that you can make sure your expectations are aligned to what you value.Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I want to use this BTS to dive into the relationship category of balance, which is not one I’ve jumped into much on a solo episode before. When we have ties or relationships that are ‘toxic’ or have an element where something just feels off about them, they can really impinge on our balance, and critically, the way we show up as ourselves. So, in todays’ episode you’re going to hear my thoughts on how to choose relationships that are best for you, which ones to avoid to protect your balance and when you might be blocking yourself from the right people! To help you take action on these principles, you'll find some journal or meditation prompts below - use them however you like to work through the takeaways from today's ep - enjoy!JOURNAL PROMPTS:What value do I want from a relationship/friendship with ______? *Can also be done as a hypothetical if you’re looking for new friends or a new partner i.e. What value do I want from a friendship?What have some past relationships taught be about what I DO NOT want in a relationship/friendship? What values can I see I hold as a result of these?Are my current relationships/friendships allowing me to be my most authentic self?If there are some that are not, why am I holding on to them? Is there other value that can justify my time/energy being involved in this relationship?Can I identify any limiting beliefs I hold about what I deserve or am worthy of that could be influencing my decision to maintain these ‘toxic’ relationships? If yes, can I rewrite them to attract what I do deserve in my life?Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I want to dive into something I’ve spoken about before in parts but not to this degree of specificity before and that is, boundaries I feel are non-negotiable if we want to protect and have a healthy mindset. I’m going to focus on three key boundaries I feel we should all set to protect our connection to self and these are Boundaries with - people who’s voices overpower your own, topics that trigger you (or topics with certain people), work boundaries. Tune in to learn more!Share this ep with someone who will love it + if you're loving the content, take a moment and leave us a review/rating on Apple or Spotify!Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is inspired by a conversation I’ve had over and over again with many Balancers, and it circles around a core questions or yearning of “what is my calling or purpose?” Today we are going to dive deep into how you can find your life purpose,  meaningfully start to engage in it and be sure the path you’re on right now is the one for you! This episode is aimed to give you some inspiration on where to start and how to get more connected to it, even if you’re someone who is time poor! PLUS I introduce a recent concept I'm loving called your blended self and how it can help you be more authentically you! Share this with someone who will love it + leave us a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you are loving the content. Until next time,Stay BalancedP.S. Need a fix in-between episodes? Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A huge focus of today's ep is JUDGEMENT & negative thoughts about other people. How frustrating is it when you can feel yourself being hung up or stuck on a situation, person or comment!? The truth is, when we feel this way, we are responding to something that clashes with our own fundamental values or metric for success/"the right way" of doing things. SO this means that there's an opportunity each time we feel this way, to get introspective and learn something about ourselves!Tune in to find out how + link up with us on IG and say hey @thebalancetheory 👋Send this to someone & share the Balance love.Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Struggle with guilt for being unable to say no, not being perfect or for doing nothing? I've been consumed by guilt towards these three things over and over and guess what, it is such an unproductive part of our life balance!Tune in for tips and strategies to deal with guilt in each of these areas so you can start prioritising what you want TODAY.Also listen to MM21 episode for more tips on "No-Agenda" Time & being able to do nothing.Share this with 2x friends struggling with any of these guilts. When we have our circle in our corner, they respect us which helps us respect us!Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another Balance Theory Series! Find yourself down the comparisonitis rabbit hole from time to time? You're not alone! Today I'll share 3 harsh truths about the comparison game, how we can use it in our favour and learn from it and most importantly how to navigate it. I know too well how jarring and hurdle-like it can feel so let's get cracking on empowering your understanding of it so you don't stand in your own way.Share this episode with someone who struggles with comparisonitis too & leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts / Spotify Podcasts if you're loving this content!Link with us on IG @thebalancetheoryUntil next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another Balance Theory Series! Today I share my thoughts on how we can actually become more present & why it matters for your sense of balance. Two effective tips are shared to be proactive and also to help you in moments you need to get grounded!Sending this to someone who needs to feel a little more present.Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INTRODUCING our BALANCE THEORY SERIES (BTS) episodes! Double episodes are here to stay so you can now expect drops every Monday (with a guest) and Thursday for short sharp solo episodes (a lot like our Monday Muses, but every week). It's also our 2 year birthday - thank you for being a part of our journey + community.Today's episode are the 4 steps to take to ensure you are connected with your balance on an ongoing basis. Connect with us and share the love on IG @thebalancetheory and if you haven't already taken time to leave us a review + rating on apple podcast, it would mean the world to me!Send this to someone who needs it.Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I do a deep dive into 5 actionable tips on how to make more time for the things you love. This is the perfect episode if you feel time poor or guilty for how you have or haven't been spending your time. After listening to this episode, you will have the tools to reclaim your time and priorities what's most important.Get your note pads out and maybe listen to this twice to make sure you really grasp the steps and revolutionise your schedule! Until next time,Stay BalancedIG: @thebalancetheoryWebsite: Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I do a deep dive into not only what makes good habits, but also three actionable tips on how to stick to them! More importantly, how to make habits work for the longevity of our lives + habit stacking. A highly requested episode and one I think is integral to all of our unique balance.Share this with two people who you think will love it + share the love and leave a review and rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you haven't already.Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This weeks episode is inspired by something I’ve recently been struggling with and I know a lot of you do too as A-type personalities, and that is getting comfortable with doing nothing. Before I share my thoughts on this, I want to share some exciting personal updates in my personal life that have lead me to having to get comfortable with doing nothing, and why I’m realising that is the ultimate form of self care!Connect with us more @thebalancetheory and pass this episode on to someone who will love it as much as you!Until next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I talk all about something that plagues many of us and our movement towards our goals - PROCRASTINATION! We explore the two different types of procrastination and give you the info you need to be able to identify when it's "good" or "bad" procrastination. Another key aspect of this is learning that procrastination isn't necessarily a self control problem, but about an emotional regulation problem. If you've been down by procrastination for too long now and want to kick it in the butt, then this is the episode for you!Or take it one step further if it's standing in the way of you and your goals, and sign up to our Goal Setting Workshop where you learn how to get a clear path and do something small everyday to make your goals a reality! Q&A Episode on Goal Setting Workshop hereGoal Setting Workshop hereDon't forget to use the code PODCAST at checkout!Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to our first episode of 2022! There is so much goodness coming your way this year. To kick it off, three mistakes people most commonly make when setting goals and some tips on how to avoid them. This is perfect if you've just set goals or are thinking about them and are ready to conceptualise them for your year.ANNOUNCEMENT: We have launched our Goal Setting workshop which is now live! If you're serious about hitting your goals this year, then this is perfect for you! Use the code 'PODCAST' to get a discount at the checkout. Course includes video content & an eBook.Mentioned episode on disarming fears can be found here.Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**free eBook download for this episode**I don’t know about you, but sometimes I feel scrambled in the new year, partially because I am so clouded from the one gone by. Where do I start with goals? Where am I even at with what I achieved last year? This time around, I want to hit January 1st with the ground running, and I bet you do too!Today you will be able to pause, reflect, and give yourself the opportunity to take what you've learned, acknowledge your achievements and reframe what you actually want before heading into the new year. The beauty in doing this, is being able to acknowledge where you are on your journey, and get clear on what you want from the next chapter. AND I've put together a free eBook to take you through each of these exercises so you can do this and revisit in your own time. PLUS there is a whole BONUS section on creating momentum for next year which I haven't gone into on today's podcast.Get your FREE copy of our eBook here: www.thebalancetheory.comJust like exercise or meditation is a proactive step in future proofing your health, so too is reflecting on the year gone by. By doing this before NYE, you are giving yourself as much mental bandwidth, space and time to really launch into the 1st January with clarity and intention.Until next time,Stay Balanced.Resource: Free eBook download available here: www.thebalancetheory.com Monday Muse 10 Podcast on letting go of grudges can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-balance-theory/id1515858773?i=1000515727566Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I talk all about CHOICE. Choosing to change is a choice, but so is staying the same. There’s a power in accepting this. You may feel like you’re in a job just because you need it. Or you have friendships just because you’re in that group but you really wouldn’t otherwise.Choosing to stay in that job or spend time with that friendship group is a choice. And here’s why it matters to own this.If you're feeling helpless or stuck then this episode is just what you need to reframe and take back control of your life. I also do a deep dive into the power of gratitude and have also discussed this on a previous episode, in Monday Muse 9 which you can find here.Send this on to a loved one or connect with us on Instagram @thebalancetheory and let me know what you loved most!Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I wanted to go deep into something that has been personally frustrating me lately, especially being in lockdown, and something I have spoken to many of you about in my IG DMs. It’s around this idea that we feel guilt when we haven’t utilised our time to the max, or in other words been productive. In a usual routine, non lockdown, Do you ever get that feeling at the end of your day where you just haven’t been that productive? Maybe you haven’t crossed off what you wanted from your todo list, or you actually have done some stuff and feel completely deflated for not having done enough?Well I bet if you feel that sometimes,  now during lockdown it’s probably hitting that nerve way harder in a different but somehow familiar way. One thing I’ve personally been struggling with is this idea that I have more time than ever right now, which should give me more time to slow down and relax, but I often feel the complete opposite? Join me as I explore why this is happening, productivity guilt, time anxiety and what you can do about it! Referenced Podcast: Huberman Lab Podcast Episode 39Until next time,Stay Balanced!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're someone who wants to get more out of your time, or feel like they constantly don't have enough of it, then this ep is for you! Lots of people always ask me - how can you do the podcast and run ES FIT all whilst working as a 9-5 lawyer? Today I share my productivity tips and reasons why I believe time blocking is the key to being super efficient. I also talk about how routine can actually spark and enhance creativity. I gives some tips on how to time block and use non-negotiables and boundaries to structure these. I end on a really practical activity which we do together to take things off your mental to do list, in turn freeing up that brain space.Love this episode? I'm sure you know someone who will too! Share the love and pass it on, or pop this on your story and tag us @thebalancetheory and let us know what your biggest takeaway is!Until next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you feel like fear holds you back from really pushing yourself in something or even getting started? Have you ever considered that fear can be both healthy and unhealthy? How would you feel knowing you can change the meaning of fear and therefore your entire relationship with it?If you answered yes to any of the above, you're going to LOVE today's EP! Join me as we become aware of our fears, workout what they truly mean and attempt to rewrite them to completely disarm their power over us! There's nothing worse than having apprehension or uncertainty with something you really want to do!Share this episode with a friend or family member and post this to your story and tag us @thebalancetheory so that we can see your biggest takeaways. If you haven't had a chance to leave a review or rating, head over to Apple Podcasts and leave your thoughts. This means the world to us as an independent podcast and future Balancers wanting to know if these episodes are suited for them and their journey!Sending love and stay balanced!NOTE: I am not a qualified professional and am not equipped to advise on fears that take the form of phobia, anxiety or any other condition and professional support & advice is always highly recommended! Personal thoughts and experiences only form the backbone of this episode.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi Balancers, Erika back here for another Monday Muse episode. Today is all about CHANGE! Change is an INEVITABLE part of your balance - so if you're someone who finds they usually resist change, this is an ep especially for you my friend! Join me as I share a very recent change that I've undergone that inspired me to consider the uncomfortableness we experience in change and how we can better equip ourselves to combat this in the future. I take you through a really useful framework that explains the steps of change and might help you better understand where you get stuck, what parts your find difficult or just act as a lovely reflection on how you've successfully navigated change in the past. As it is an inevitable part of life, carefully considering our relationship with it, brings us that one step closer to our idea of balance. I also chat about why instant gratification can ruin great change and my thoughts on persistence and execution.Share this with someone who will love it too!Until next time,Stay Balanced!PS if you want to check out an old Monday Muse that very closely aligns with this episode, head over to Monday Muse 3.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎉🎉 IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY! We're One Year old! To celebrate this month, we are bringing you double episodes & some amazing guided meditations 🎉🎉Today I wanted to go back full circle to where it all began - what does balance mean for you? It's important to revisit this to ensure where we are heading, still aligns with what we want. How many times do you set yourself a goal to then never re-visit, edit or even delete it? If your perspective or ideal of balance shifts, then your goals need to be re-jigged as well. We can't be too protective or fixed with something we wrote in the past. Join me as we reassess your balance right now, look at how you might want that to be different and as a result, how that impacts goals you may have set for yourself. SPEAKING OF goals, have you made any progress to yours yet? If not, it might be because (a) your idea of balance has shifted as so they need to be revisited or (b) you aren't setting your boundaries correctly.I'll finish today's pod talking about boundaries, what they're not and how to stick to them!If you love today's pod, share the birthday love and send it to a friend who will also love it! As always, a review/rating left on apple podcast, is a slice earned in my heart .... really! ❤️Email me if you need the worksheet from today's ep: thebalancetheorypodcast@gmail.comUntil next time,Stay Balanced!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you currently holding onto a grudge or something that you actually really want to let go? What keeps us stuck when we want to move on? Most important, how can we let go? 🤔 Today we are going to dive into these questions, talk about how you can pinpoint the source of your grudge, understand what’s actually going on with it, get to a state of forgiveness and move on once and for all from what can often feel like a ball & chain situation. There are two keys I share which are fundamental to understanding the blockages, and then unlocking them - which is KEY to maintaining our state of Balance. After listening to this episode, you will only be ACTIVLEY choosing to maintain a grudge as you will have the answers of how to truly free yourself.For access to the free step-by-step PDF, search "The Balance Theory" on Facebook groups, and request to join our growing community. If you enjoy this, let me know or share it with a friend who can benefit! Until next time,Stay Balanced. DISCLAIMER: This should not be substituted for professional advice, and seeking the requisite assistance from a qualified professional is always advised for traumatic or serious circumstances.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're someone that finds gratitude hard or as though you get a mind blank when it comes to crunch time, then this is for you. Also, if you haven’t really thought about how or why a practice of it might feature in your life, then you're also going to get a lot out of todays pod! We all know the benefits of gratitude so I'm not here to restate them, rather share my own personal challenges & break throughs with it. I dive into two reasons why our society has conditioned us to NOT be grateful, but disclaimer, once you hear these, it's up to you to undo the hard wired damage, and think with a grateful heart moving forwards!I talk about the dissatisfaction loop and end on 4 easy tips on how you can start practicing gratefulness right now (and no you don't need to allocate 35 minutes everyday with your eyes closed, it's easier than you think)!Host: @erikadpelle @thebalancetheorySponsor: ES FIT @esfit__ / www.esfit.com.auBook Recommendation: Thanks A Thousand: A Gratitude Journey (TED Books) A.J. JacobsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feel like you're not as productive as those around you or you haven't quite yet perfected the morning routine? Have you thought about what your idea of a morning routine is? Wait, are you even a morning person!? PLUS a discussion on why we should also pay attention to our night routines equally! How you go to bed is just as important as how you are waking up.Tune in as I chat about how you can get on top of your routine and own it! I also share 5 tips for a night routine and dive into why bedtime is just as sacred as waking up.Share this with a friend! Stay Balanced,ESupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've made it! The final month of 2020! There is no better way to wrap this year up and send it off, than with a BANG! Today I take you through a personal exercise I have curated to help me in my own reflection and assessment of my year. This can be used at any stage to help you process and understand your priorities moving forward. When I say BANG, I not only mean fireworks and all, but I am talking about B for Balance, A for Appreciation, N for Novelty and G for Growth - all key things I believe are essential to any contemplation of the year gone by, and that to come.I hope you enjoy the final muse of 2020! Share this with someone who will benefit from it. If you like what you're hearing, tell me! I greatly appreciate + love connecting with you all. Until next time, stay balanced!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This mini segment today goes into Kronos v Kairos time and why it's important. We're all run by the clock, there's no doubt about it. But what if we could (on the daily) engage in human time, away from clocks and calendars? You know those moments where time feels like it goes on forever? How good would it feel to have moments like that in each and every single day. Tune in to hear my thoughts on how we might be able to do this! I've kept it short and sweet this week. Enjoy!Stay Balanced. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, if you're the common denominator amongst all of your bad relationships, you either need to change your mindset or get real and finally spring clean the relationship room (eek yes I know you probably don't want to hear it)! Sometimes this isn’t always as easy as it sounds, especially when it’s family or colleagues, so tune in for my thoughts on these tricky areas.I’ll also muse a little on the concept of control and whether this is causing the “negativity” you perceive. Let’s channel your thoughts and emotions around “bad” relationships … after all, they’re JUST as toxic as “bad” thoughts, feelings, foods & drink. Listen and find out where you stand!Disclaimer: I am not. Psychologist or a professional in coaching relationships and this is purely my own personal advice & thoughts (which I’m hoping you will resonate with to some degree!)If you enjoy this weeks episode, it would mean the world to me if you to share it with someone you think will love it, or leave us a rating/review on your preferred channel ♡ Stay Balanced ------------Exercise from this week:Take a few DEEP breathsThink of people who light you upTwo points of gratitude linked to why they light you up (GO DEEP!)Now that you're calm & positive, re-think of a negative relationship and consider if there are any aspects of point 3 that you think can potentially relate to this one. If the answer is no, then you know what you need to do. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I share my thoughts on "beginnings" and their close but common link to "failing". I think the fear of failing, and the emotions associated with 'new beginnings' often prevent people from getting started A LOT more than they should. I share some insights into how we can reframe our understanding and connection to these feelings, and kick beginnings in the butt! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I dive into Outcome Vs Process Goals. As we don't have control of the outcome most of the time, we're already setting ourselves up for failure by framing a goal in this way. Listen in as I talk about goals as process focused, and how this can profoundly impact your mindset & ability to smash the bars you set for yourself! Let's get Balanced. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you addicted (or have been) to other people’s approval? If your answer is yes, you are not alone! BUT, to use this as a metric for how you’re doing and going, is a bit of a slippery slope! Tune in to hear why you’re far better off investing that energy into building a reputation with yourself, across the three Balance Theory areas. This will hopefully give you some tips to by-pass the crowd’s opinion, and create a self confidence that will only fail you when you allow it to.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing our first Monday Musings - a series brought from a thought, muse or topic of the week. Have you ever had a sudden shift in thought, which helped you reevaluate and perhaps overcome a difficult situation? Today I wanted to discuss the idea of Perspective - do you largely adopt a victim mentality or are you more opportunistic? Maybe you're one or the other, and weave in between the two. Tune in to hear my thoughts on how this is a key player in determining how you deal with adverse situations (or not!). Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.