Episodi

  • Energy Management and Personal Growth
    Nov 19 2024

    Have you ever gone out to the shops in a good mood, but by the time you leave you’re feeling anxious or drained and you don’t really know why? That's the collective energy around you impacting your well-being. But we don’t have to accept this. With energy management, we can cleanse negative energies and create a deep sense of clarity and peace.

    In this episode I sat down with Oracle and energy alignment expert Molly Jane, to discuss energy management, personal growth, and the intersection between the two.

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    32 min
  • Organising Your Important Life Documents
    Nov 5 2024

    Do you know where your important life documents are? Your passport, your birth certificate, your insurance. You probably put them somewhere safe, but do you know where that is exactly?

    Could your family find them if they needed to? My guess is, probably not.

    Getting these documents organised and accessible might seem like a chore, but it’s a small bit of work to give yourself peace of mind and avoid the headache when an emergency occurs.

    Sound good? Keep reading because today I’m sharing three easy steps to get yourself set-and-forget prepared.

    Step 1: Collect Your Important Documents

    First things first - gather every critical document. Start with the essentials: birth certificates, passports, tax records, and health insurance. But don't stop there! Consider adding any unique documents that are significant to your life situation. If you’re feeling a bit lost, head over to my website, to download your free "Set and Forget" outline. It's a handy guide designed to ensure you don't overlook any vital documents.

    Bonus tip: Don’t forget your furry friends, they have important documents too! Keep their medical histories, vaccination records, and microchip details safely stored alongside your own.

    Step 2: Safe and Sound Storage

    After you’ve collected your documents, you want to split them into categories of financial, health, legal, and anything else that suits you. To make this extra easy, I’ve just launched specially designed life document folders that come in various colours and feature prompts for you to easily organise.

    Once your documents are sorted, you need to ensure they’re stored safely and securely. Consider investing in a fireproof and waterproof safe to protect your valuable information from unforeseen events. It doesn't have to be an extravagant purchase, just remember to measure the safe before purchase, to ensure your folder fits comfortably.

    Step 3: Inform the Right People

    The final piece of the puzzle? Communication. Make sure that key people in your life know where to find these documents, because there may be times you can’t access them yourself. Imagine the stress you’re saving them in those urgent situations by simply sharing this vital information now.

    So why not get started with organising today? Visit balanceathand.com for more tools and inspiration. And remember to share your success with me - I love celebrating your accomplishments! Until next time, live your best, balanced life.

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    7 min
  • The Invisible Load: Managing Mental Clutter
    Oct 15 2024

    Your brain is juggling a million things at once.

    From keeping up with work deadlines to remembering to change and get to your exercise class by 5, the mental notes never seem to stop.

    You’re managing the household, the family calendar and being the one who remembers everyone’s birthdays.


    Then someone asks, "What's wrong?" and you just don't know where to begin!


    That's the invisible load at work - the mental and emotional labour involved in managing all the unseen tasks that keep life running smoothly.


    This mental clutter is more common than you'd think. It’s a load that often falls heavily on women, particularly those balancing family and career, serving as both the managers and caregivers of their worlds.


    Today, we’re exploring what the invisible load really is, how to recognise it in your life, and practical strategies you can implement to reduce the mental burden. We’ll discuss the importance of embracing joy and rest, as well as reconnecting with hobbies that used to bring you joy - all without the guilt.


    As our world gets busier, people are continuing to find new and innovative ways to lighten their invisible loads. What’s one thing you can do today that helps you take better care of yourself, lighten that load, and live your best, balanced life?



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    Website: www.balanceathand.com

    Instagram: @balance_at_hand

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    13 min
  • The Science of Burnout and Regaining Balance
    Oct 1 2024

    Balancing careers, families and everything in between is no easy feat - especially for us women.

    Many of us juggle demanding careers, run households and try to keep up with kids' schedules while maintaining good health and exercise.

    So what happens when we don’t take care of ourselves in the process of managing the hundreds of different tasks we undertake everyday?

    You guessed it – I'm talking about burnout.


    We hear about burnout all the time, but how often do we actually spot the signs before it’s too late? Today, we'll dive into the science of burnout—what it is, how to identify it and most importantly, how we can prevent it before it takes over our lives.


    I’ll take you through the core components of burnout to identify the signs, the small and manageable changes you can make to avoid reaching breaking point and tips on recovery if you recognise burnout in your life.


    I encourage you to reflect. Are you showing any early signs of burnout? Take a moment to check in with yourself. If you are, don’t wait. Pick one strategy from today—whether it’s taking more breaks, setting boundaries, or prioritising sleep—and start putting actions in place for yourself. Prioritising your health and wellbeing is the real success.



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    Website: www.balanceathand.com

    Instagram: @balance_at_hand

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    9 min
  • Creating Financial Balance
    Sep 17 2024

    Financial balance is the key to life balance.

    Knowing exactly where our money is going and keeping it organised can not only hugely reduce stress, but helps us live with a sense of freedom and stability.

    But how do we get there when we have a million other things to juggle?


    While it can feel like such a heavy burden, if we don’t stay on top of our money and make financial plans we can stick to, we can create a huge and unwanted mental load for ourselves.


    So, today I’m sharing some practical strategies that can help you manage your finances without letting them control you. I’ll take you through some simple exercises that will help you refocus your spending and help shift your mindset.


    We’ll also discuss why financial balance really matters and how it touches every part of our lives - from work to family to our mental wellbeing.


    Achieving financial balance isn't about having millions in the bank or never spending on anything fun. It’s about feeling empowered by your financial choices and ensuring that your spending aligns with your values and goals.


    Remember, you don't need to conquer it all overnight. Small changes, like just starting to put away money for savings, can be a great start.


    So, join me today and let’s take some actionable steps to ensure your money is supporting the life you want to live.


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    Website: www.balanceathand.com

    Instagram: @balance_at_hand

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    10 min
  • Clearing Brain Clutter to Maximise Productivity
    Sep 3 2024

    Let’s be honest: your to-do list is stressing you out.

    While its purpose is to get your life organised and keep you on track, it’s far too easy to get overwhelmed by everything on it.

    The good thing to remember is that while your to-do list will most likely always have something on it, the goal isn’t necessarily to get it empty. There are ways to manage your tasks in a way that doesn’t overwhelm you.


    So, let’s look at some techniques to help clear the brain clutter and maximise your productivity.


     I've got a couple of methods that you can use to get yourself refocused and back on track. They’ll also help you allow yourself to rest, reset and redirect your energy  to the right places and spaces.


    I take you through the practical steps of creating a priority list, which will help you get things in the right order and ready to action. We’ll also talk about my current favourite: the five-minute list. This is a great way to break down which tasks can be completed in five minutes, so you can start crossing things off on the daily in a manageable way.


     The best thing you can do for yourself is learn lots of different methods for productivity and work out  which suits you best. The solution might even be a hybrid of a few.


    My advice? Just get started. Trialling different options will help you explore and enhance your individual productivity style - and no doubt help create the balanced and fulfilling life you’re looking for.


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    Website: www.balanceathand.com

    Instagram: @balance_at_hand

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    7 min
  • Sort Yourself Out: Pick 10 Categories and Start
    Aug 20 2024

    Ever feel like your life is a mess of unread emails, piled-up papers and endless to-do lists?

    I’ve been there, and know exactly how overwhelming this kind of disorganisation can be. It can get to the point where we actively avoid addressing any of it - usually just making things a whole lot worse!

    Thankfully, I’ve been able to develop my own personal administration system that helps me in effectively organising my life and desk.


    Today, we’ll tackle the digital and paper sides of your life with strategies I’ve found so valuable in decluttering and easing the mental load. This includes the process of picking 10 categories to help streamline your life.


    We all know how stressful an unchecked inbox can be, so I give you a step-by-step guide to creating designated folders and effectively managing all those unread emails. We’ll also explore adding necessary actions to your to-do list and going on a ruthless ‘unsubscribe’ spree from newsletters or advertisements that no longer serve you.


    We’ll then take a look at some ideas on how you can best store your hard copy documents and important information.


    Finally, I love keeping my desk clear, and I share with you four key items I always have on hand to help me to keep it that way.


    If this system feels like the right direction to get you organised, then I encourage you to just get stuck in. Remember, beginning with a work-in-progress is better than not starting at all!


    I look forward to hearing what your categories are and how these simple actions have improved your space - so make sure you reach out when you’ve created yours!


    Until next time, keep on striving to live your best, most balanced life.



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    Connect with Me:


    Website: www.balanceathand.com

    Instagram: @balance_at_hand

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    7 min
  • Be Your Own CEO and Find Your Team
    Aug 6 2024

    Are you tired of feeling like you're not reaching your full potential? Do you find yourself repeating behaviours or making decisions you know aren’t best for you?

    If we want to become the most effective, efficient and happiest versions of ourselves, we need to ensure  we’re creating a strong foundation of preparedness for our lives. This often means stepping outside our comfort zone, which I know can be scary. However, I’ve personally learnt to live by the saying: if nothing changes, nothing changes.

    Today, I’m talking about being your own CEO and finding the right people to support you on your journey towards your best, most balanced life.


    Whether it's finding the right doctor, coach, or support group, I’m sharing some practical steps to build a team that brings out the best in you:


    1. Prioritising Health
    2. Committing to Personal Development
    3. Building Strong Relationships


    While you're in CEO mode, work out what you need to achieve in the coming week.  Embody the best assistant you can be to yourself and action that list, knowing you’ll need to play multiple roles in your team from time to time.


     I cannot wait to hear how you go. If you're not sure where to start, I offer free mentoring sessions where we can work together to get you started on your journey.


    Head to my website to book in your free session and  until next time, take charge of becoming who you really want to be  and living out your best, most balanced life.



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    Website: www.balanceathand.com

    Instagram: @balance_at_hand

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    9 min