The Balance Theory

If you’re approaching your late 20s or early 30s and feel like you’re supposed to have your life together by now… this conversation will feel like a warm exhale.In this episode, I sit down with Caggie Dunlop, founder of the Saturn Returns podcast and author of Saturn Return: Your Cosmic Coming of Age, to unpack what’s really happening when life feels turbulent, uncertain, or like everything is changing at once.Whether you’re starting over after a breakup, questioning your career, drifting from old friendships, or simply thinking, “I thought I’d be further by now,” this episode will help you make sense of a chapter most people silently struggle through.You’re not behind. You’re not failing. You’re becoming.This episode is for those who are27–33 and feel lostquestioning the life you thought you’d have“starting over” when everyone else seems aheadgrowing out of old friendships and identitiesnavigating big emotional changes all at onceGet ready to learn and reposition yourself to find grounding & peace with your timeline.TIME STAMPS(01:13) What is a Saturn Return?(07:43) Reinvention versus rediscovering who you are(13:42) Reflective Questions for turbulent moments(17:22) Timeline exercise(20:30) Who Am I?(27:06) Friendship break ups(33:28) Juggling work and being a new mum(41:13) Birth storiesCONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

If you’ve been doing “everything right” but still don’t feel good, this conversation will connect the dots.Today I’m joined by Gary Brecka, human biologist and longevity expert, to break down the daily habits that quietly drain your energy, increase anxiety, and limit your health span. The best part? Most of the fixes are totally free and within your control today.In the first 10 minutes alone, Gary reveals the 3 free habits that have the biggest impact on your sleep, mood, stress, and long-term vitality - especially for people with busy lives and limited time or budget.We also explore the link between isolation and early mortality, why so many people struggle with anxiety without knowing the biological reason behind it, and how to invest in your health in a way that actually moves the needle.This episode is practical, grounding, and genuinely life-changing.(01:28) Introduction(03:01) 3 FREE things to extend your life(06:43) Caregiver syndrome(07:41) Investing in your wellness(09:34) Why people struggle with anxiety(12:32) 40% of people go to sleep like this(15:48) Is it just about more years?(20:13) Are you religious?(21:48) This is the most attractive frequency(24:37) Impact of Botox/Filler on longevity?(29:58) How long are we going to live in 200 years?Connect with today's guest on InstagramWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “who am I without my job?” or felt your identity slipping when a relationship ends… this episode is going to hit home.Today I’m joined by Twinkle Stanly, content creator, speaker, and the woman behind one of the most relatable pivots online right now. We dive deep into what it actually feels like to walk away from a life that looks “fine” on paper, but no longer feels aligned.If you’ve been questioning your path, feeling disconnected from who you are, or stuck between wanting more and not knowing where to begin -this conversation will help you find clarity, confidence, and your true identity again.In this episode, we unpack:💭 Leaving a job you didn’t hate - but still knowing you’re meant for more💭 Why so many women tie their identity to job titles, achievements or relationships💭 Finding the courage to pivot without proof that it will work out💭 The fear of losing your labels and rebuilding who you are without them💭 Why your niche is YOU (and why overthinking it keeps you stuck)💭 How to detach from people’s opinions and trust your inner knowing💭 Spiritual vs strategic confidence and the mindset that gets you moving againWhether you’re going through a transition, craving reinvention, or trying to reconnect with yourself… this episode will remind you that you are allowed to choose a new life, even if the old one wasn’t “bad.”CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 InstagramTIME STAMPS(01:14) You didn’t hate your job, but you still quit?(05:14) How did you get the confidence to post your first video?(08:14) This should be your niche(11:44) My identity being tied to a relationship(13:18) I’m good at rejecting people’s opinion of me(15:59) Advice for people wanting to have more abundant thoughts(18:47) Losing yourself to relationships(20:16) What are you not prepared to settle for?(28:29) Social Media Addiction(33:39) Stop relying on ChatGPT(40:12) Is success spiritual or strategic?WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

We all go through seasons where life changes, again and again. Whether it’s becoming a parent, finding confidence, learning about money or figuring out who you are beyond your career, this conversation with Kayla Itsines dives deep into what her evolution has really looked like.From finding confidence on stage and handling online negativity, to postpartum recovery and redefining balance between pregnancy, post partum, being online, fitness, family, and wealth - Kayla opens up in a way she never has before.If you’ve ever thought, “I’m trying to find myself again” or felt like your confidence disappeared somewhere along the way… this episode will remind you it’s never gone, it just needs to be rebuilt in this new season of life, along with some personal insights into Kayla’s own journey.#KaylaItsines #Confidence #Reinvention #TheBalanceTheory #PostpartumJourney #SelfGrowth #LifeChange #Motherhood #FitnessMotivation #FindingYourselfTIME STAMPS(01:37) Introduction(02:51) Confidence to be on stage?(06:27) Dealing with negativity online(10:17) Kayla has never shared this…(16:07) Honest recovery from pregnancy(21:57) “Bounce back”?(25:10) What do men get wrong with advising fitness in pregnancy?(27:37) How have you diversified your wealth?(29:47) The “Kayla Tax”(31:45) If we removed fitness from your life, what would you be doing?(34:35) Confidence in the gym(36:03) Do you think we need to parent boys and girls differently?(40:07) Raising kids different to the previous generation?(43:45) Rapid Fire Qs📸 Connect with our guest on IG hereWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

In a world where AI is evolving faster than our job titles, staying relevant is no longer optional, it’s survival. In this powerful conversation, Maha Abouelenein, a global communications strategist who’s worked with Gary Vee, Google, Netflix, and even the Prime Minister of Egypt, reveals what it truly takes to stay valuable, confident, and irreplaceable in the modern world.🎙️ We unpack:Why your degree and job title no longer matterThe #1 skill that can’t be automated (and how to master it)How to build confidence that makes you unforgettableThe mindset shift to stop “waiting” for opportunities and start creating themHow to communicate so people want to work with youThe real reason some people stay relevant and others fade outIf you’ve ever felt like your skills are expiring, this episode will reignite your edge and remind you that your ability to communicate, adapt, and connect is your greatest competitive advantage.TIME STAMPS(01:33) Introduction(03:33) What does it actually mean to be self reliant?(08:33) How do we stop waiting for what we want?(13:33) How to do a Time audit of your life(15:06) How to manage my time?(21:17) How did you work with the Prime Minister of Egypt(27:33) The SECRET to opening doors for yoursel(28:40) How do you create value in your networks? JOB or BUSINESS!(35:43) Why do you need to network if you have a stable job?(40:07) How do you craft a one liner about yourself?(46:33) Bringing Netflix to MENA(51:03) 7 rules of Self Reliance7 Rules of Self Reliance BookTime Audit WorkshopNetworking Pro PDFConnect with Maha📸 InstagramWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!LET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

Thinking about leaving your 9–5 but not sure where to start? 💭In this episode, Erika sits down with Erim Kaur, entrepreneur, influencer, and founder of BY ERIM, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from scratch and whether entrepreneurship is actually right for you.From getting fired eight times to building a global haircare brand, Erim shares the honest truth about the entrepreneurial journey, from finding your purpose to knowing when to take the leap.✨ In this episode: – How to know if you’re meant for a 9–5 or ready to start your own business – The mindset difference between entrepreneurs and careerists – How Erim turned rejection and loss into her purpose – Why she’s 50/50 about having an online (influencer) personality and whether you should too – How to decide what kind of business to start – The story behind BY ERIM and its powerful meaning** Bonus Segment: Hair Tips & Healthy Hair Secrets - whether you’re in your postpartum journey, struggling with hair quality, or just curious about her signature hair oil, these tips are not to be missed.💡 If you’ve ever wondered whether to stay in your stable job or take the leap into your dream business, this conversation will give you inspiration and insight into how Erim found the clarity, courage, and perspective to make her next move, to inspire you to take yours.CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram🎁 Use BALANCE10 for 10% off at BYERIMTIME STAMPS(01:13) Introduction(05:15) Advice for starting a YouTube Channel(07:34) Behind the scenes of successful YT Channel(10:41) The true meaning of productivity everyday(12:44) The Balance Theory explained(14:31) New way to manage your to-Do Lists(17:05) How motherhood has changed productivity(22:59) 2 min rule to save 20 hours a week(25:06) Tips for procrastination(27:29) Struggling with surrendering / control(29:59) Is AI good for productivity or are we cheating by using it?(32:54) MUST USE AI Apps you didn’t know about(38:48) Why I don’t tell people what I’ve achieved anymore❤️ If you loved this episode, check out this one next!WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!LET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

Life not going to plan? Sick of things not working out the way you imagined? Here’s the truth: your “perfect plan” will fail. But that doesn’t mean you will.In this powerful conversation with Amina, we break down the myths of control, why obsessing over the “perfect path” keeps you stuck, and how to actually win when life takes unexpected turns.🔑 What You’ll LearnWhy your perfect plan will never go the way you expectHow to adapt and win when life throws curveballsThe truth about productivity (and why you’re measuring it wrong)How to know which season of productivity you’re inTools and rules to finally take control of your timebonus: Is AI going to take all our jobs!?From career shifts and finding balance at work, to redefining productivity and embracing motherhood’s lessons, Amina shares hard-won insights that will challenge your assumptions and open your eyes to a new way forward.If you’ve ever felt frustrated, stuck, or like you’re constantly “behind” in life — this episode is for you.CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 InstagramTIME STAMPS(01:13) Introduction(05:15) Advice for starting a YouTube Channel(07:34) Behind the scenes of successful YT Channel(10:41) The true meaning of productivity everyday(12:44) The Balance Theory explained(14:31) New way to manage your to-Do Lists(17:05) How motherhood has changed productivity(22:59) 2 min rule to save 20 hours a week(25:06) Tips for procrastination(27:29) Struggling with surrendering / control(29:59) Is AI good for productivity or are we cheating by using it?(32:54) MUST USE AI Apps you didn’t know about(38:48) Why I don’t tell people what I’ve achieved anymoreWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

If you keep feeling drained in your relationships — like you're giving more than you get — this episode will shift everything. Whether it’s friendships, family, or your partner, there’s one powerful mindset that can help you protect your energy, create emotional balance, and stop feeling responsible for everyone else’s reactions or effort.💭 In this episode: – Why some relationships always feel unbalanced – How to stop over-giving without guilt – What it means to truly meet people where you are – The small shifts that create powerful emotional boundariesIf you’ve ever thought: – "Why am I always the one trying?" – "I feel so emotionally drained after seeing them." – "Why don’t they get me?"…this conversation will empower you to show up with clarity, protect your peace, and build healthier connections.WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off#relationships #boundaries #selfdevelopment #mindsetshift #emotionalhealth #balance

High-performing women know how to hustle — but what happens when that constant push starts blocking the very life you want?In this powerful conversation with Nadia Zaal — mother, entrepreneur, and leader, we explore why ambitious women secretly struggle to access their feminine energy. We unpack the hidden blocks that keep us in overdrive, the stigma around slowing down, and how learning to let go can actually open the doors to deeper success, balance, and fulfillment.🔑 We chat:Why high-performing women stay stuck in masculine energyThe hidden cost of always “pushing” for resultsHow to soften into feminine energy without losing ambitionThe power of yielding, surrender, and receivingHow motherhood can transform the way we approach successIf you’ve ever felt like you can’t switch off, that surrender equals weakness, or that you’re “too busy to relax", this episode is for you.🌸 True success isn’t about doing more ... it’s about being aligned.CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 InstagramTIME STAMPS(01:14) Introduction(06:44) Don’t start a business at THIS moment(09:48) Does balance exist for you?(11:22) What did you unlearn?(14:53) Your masculine energy is ruining your fertility(26:25) How has motherhood changed the way you show up in business?(33:04) Why the education system is failing our childrenWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off