The Balance Theory

One of the most powerful things I have EVER learned about in therapy is the concept of Projection. It's a psychological (and subconscious) defense mechanism- but what is it protecting? Can we know if we are projecting? What does it look like if someone is projecting on to us? How can we stay clear of someone's projections?All these I explore & discuss in today's episode! (00:00) Introduction (02:00) FREE GIFT: Podcast Marathon Guide(03:56) What is Projection? (07:39) Signs you are Projecting(12:04) Signs someone is Projecting on to you(16:26) How to deal with Projection(18:01) Two Steps📢 Like, subscribe, and activate notifications for more content on personal development and achieving career success without compromising your personal life.▶︎ Free 25 day podcast Marathon to increase self awareness HERE▶︎ NEW - GOAL SETTING SYSTEM 2024 eBOOK! Get it here▶︎ Connect on IG▶︎ Connect on TikTok▶︎ YouTube Channel▶︎ Join our free telegram chat▶︎ Curated playlists, website and other channels here

Today I chat with a woman I am so inspired by - the beautiful and wonderful Dareen Barber. Dareen is a Trailblazing Motivator, Inclusive Fitness Advocate, and Guinness World Record Holder. Today she shares with me the many challenges, both physically and mentally, she has had to overcome to create the life she wants for herself, and push her limits beyond what she ever thought was possible. Her story is one of great inspiration and there is much to learn from the way she views the world.(00:00) Introduction(02:45) Cancer at 15 years old(05:23) Mental challenges/learnings(12:13) Dealing with challenges(14:58) How do you teach motivation to your kids (19:47) Breaking Guinness world record(25:38) Taking charge of your mindset (30:09) Keeping motivated with fitness(35:53) Dareen’s purpose 📢 Like, subscribe, and activate notifications for more content on personal development and achieving career success without compromising your personal life.▶︎ Free 25 day podcast Marathon to increase self awareness HERE▶︎ NEW - GOAL SETTING SYSTEM 2024 eBOOK! Get it here▶︎ Connect on IG▶︎ Connect on TikTok▶︎ YouTube Channel▶︎ Join our free telegram chat▶︎ Curated playlists, website and other channels here

Self awareness is nice to talk about and think about - but what about the practical side to it.... not just talking about what it is or how it looks, but HOW to actually DO IT! How to actually PRACTICE it in tangible, simple ways! You know that's my forte and simplifying sometimes complex or new things, is what I love doing!So today we are talking about 5 practical ways you can practice self awareness and all 5 are things you can start doing right away! (03:15) #1 Practical way(07:05) #2 Practical Way(08:21) #3 Practical Way(09:38) #4 Practical Way(11:06) #5 Practical way(12:15) Wrap up 📢 Like, subscribe, and activate notifications for more content on personal development and achieving career success without compromising your personal life.▶︎ Free 25 day podcast Marathon to increase self awareness HERE▶︎ NEW - GOAL SETTING SYSTEM 2024 eBOOK! Get it here▶︎ Connect on IG▶︎ Connect on TikTok▶︎ YouTube Channel▶︎ Join our free telegram chat▶︎ Curated playlists, website and other channels here

Today I am joined by two men who deeply inspire me through the work they are doing for men in the mental health space- that is Kori & Manny from Mentality. Today we talk about some topics for the first time on the show - masculinity, the male experience with emotions (and stereotypes therein), what it means to be a strong woman who embraces the support of her man and balancing ambition with health. Understanding the strengths and differences in men and women can facilitate a stronger bond in a romantic relationships and in general, stronger relationships built on communication.I LOVED this chat and the way it made me think about certain things differently - full range of topics, each to get you thinking about your own perspective!(00:00) Introduction(07:26) Can we have sustainable success?(13:23) Masculinity & Emotions(16:17) Detachment (19:11) Authenticity  (24:57) has there been a decline in masculinity? (40:05) how do men feel best supported (45:29) Habits to enhance connection with your partner📢 Like, subscribe, and activate notifications for more content on personal development and achieving career success without compromising your personal life.▶︎ Free 25 day podcast Marathon to increase self awareness HERE▶︎ NEW - GOAL SETTING SYSTEM 2024 eBOOK! Get it here▶︎ Connect on IG▶︎ Connect on TikTok▶︎ YouTube Channel▶︎ Join our free telegram chat▶︎ Curated playlists, website and other channels here

This episode if for you if you love your to-do lists and get a kick out of ticking them off. Both of us need to check ourselves when it comes to how we actually measure our productivity and zoom out to see if it's actually reflective or helping us measure TRUE productivity. Today I share 8 metrics that we can use beyond the to-do list to check and measure our productivity. Would love to know what you think of this one! Drop me a line on IG and let me know. Check out the free 20min workshop on YouTube here! (00:00) Introduction(04:23) Metric 1 (05:39) Metric 2(06:51) Metric 3(08:09) Metric 4(08:59) Metric 5(09:47) Metric 6(10:13) Metric 7 (11:24) Metric 8(12:59) Conclusion📢 Like, subscribe, and activate notifications for more content on personal development and achieving career success without compromising your personal life.▶︎ NEW - GOAL SETTING SYSTEM 2024 eBOOK! Get it here▶︎ Connect on IG▶︎ Connect on TikTok▶︎ YOUTUBE Channel▶︎ Join our free telegram chat▶︎ Curated playlists, website and other channels here

Today's episode is all about making change - the mindset you need to do it, actions you need to take, things you need to overcome and simple shifts you can embrace TODAY to get over any fear you have towards it. Whether it's a different career, moving countries, starting something new - this episode is going to give you so many golden nuggets that you'll be able to take and apply straight after listening.I sit with Sheen Gurrib, a woman I am very inspired by! She is originally from Mauritius, now living in Dubai, has completed a MEng in Materials Science from the University of Oxford and a PhD in spinal research from the University of Cambridge. She has launched a not-for-profit consultancy, worked as a strategy consultant, been a TedX speaker, been a COO of a Media Company and now coaches/advises start-ups and content creators on business decisions and strategy. She is also the host of the podcast Dream, Girl. You can connect with her YouTube and Instagram.Today's ep:(00:00) Introduction (01:40) Breaking internal challenges to make change (09:08) Sunk Cost Theory(11:00) Mindset to be a beginner again(12:33) Squiggly growth mindset(15:37) The power in quitting(17:00) Book of Wins(20:05) Powerful perspective shift(23:05) Reframing Self-doubt(25:01) Bicycle face theory(31:59) Habits for processing feelings(34:38) Personal Branding - for everyone?📢 Like, subscribe, and activate notifications for more content on personal development and achieving career success without compromising your personal life.▶︎ NEW - GOAL SETTING SYSTEM 2024 eBOOK! Get it here▶︎ Connect on IG▶︎ Connect on TikTok▶︎ YOUTUBE Channel▶︎ Join our free telegram chat▶︎ Curated playlists, website and other channels here