Podcasts about Energy management

In this episode, Pastor Q discusses why so many leaders feel overwhelmed by urgency and constant demands. He explains the difference between what is truly urgent and what simply feels urgent, emphasizing the importance of setting priorities before the day begins. Leaders who lack clarity often live in reaction mode, allowing interruptions to control their focus and energy. Pastor Q encourages leaders to replace panic with clarity by identifying their top priorities and focusing on the next right thing. While you can't control everything that comes at you, you can control what gets your attention. Effective leadership isn't about doing everything—it's about focusing on what matters most.

What if you're not burned out or unproductive—what if you're simply working against your natural instincts? In this episode of the Leaders of Transformation, Nicole Jansen sits down with Amy Bruske, President and Integrator of Kolbe Corp, to explore the powerful principles behind her new bestselling book, Do More, More Naturally, co-authored with David Kolbe. Amy explains why success isn't about forcing yourself to improve your weaknesses or manage your time more efficiently. Instead, it's about understanding how you're naturally wired to take action, solve problems, and make decisions. Together, Nicole and Amy discuss the often-overlooked conative part of the mind, the role of energy management, and how leaders can create thriving teams by leveraging natural strengths rather than fighting against them. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or high achiever feeling stretched thin, this conversation will help you discover how to work in alignment with your instincts and create sustainable success. What We Discuss in this Episode The three parts of the mind: cognitive, affective, and conative What the Kolbe Index measures and why it differs from personality assessments Why capability and desire aren't enough for sustainable performance How natural instincts influence decision-making, problem-solving, and execution The four Action Modes and how they show up in everyday work Why procrastination may be a clue - not a character flaw How to identify the tasks that energize you versus those that drain you The connection between burnout and working against your natural strengths Why time management is often less important than energy management How leaders can build stronger teams by understanding individual strengths The difference between hiring clones and creating complementary teams Why diverse thinking styles improve innovation, adaptability, and execution How to give people freedom while maintaining accountability for results Practical ways to create a more resilient, high-performing workforce Highlights and YouTube Chapter Titles 00:00 – What If You're Not Burned Out? 02:00 – Understanding the Conative Part of the Mind 05:00 – Why Natural Instincts Matter More Than You Think 08:00 – The Four Action Modes Explained 12:00 – The Hidden Reason Behind Procrastination 15:00 – Working in Your Zone of Strength 18:00 – The Kolbe Exercise That Reveals How People Take Action 22:00 – Building Teams Like a Chess Master, Not a Checkers Player 26:00 – Why Great Leaders Focus on Strengths, Not Weaknesses 29:00 – Hiring Complements Instead of Clones 32:00 – The Power of Diverse Thinking Styles 35:00 – Time Management vs. Energy Management 39:00 – Why Certain Tasks Drain You Faster Than Others 43:00 – Doing More by Working More Naturally 46:00 – Creating Sustainable Success and Freedom to Be Yourself Episode Show Notes and Links: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/553-do-more-more-naturally-with-amy-bruske/ Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com ________

Ryan Greigg and Jacqueline Smith explore the crucial role of nutrition in energy management on the 15 Point Plan podcast. They discuss how diet impacts cognitive performance and mood, emphasizing the importance of protein, time-restricted eating, and anti-inflammatory foods. Additionally, potential benefits of supplements like creatine, omega-3s, and magnesium are explored. By understanding how food affects mental and physical health, listeners can optimize their energy levels and decision-making. This episode is a must for anyone looking to elevate their well-being and productivity, whether in business or daily life. ---------- Connect with the 15 Point Plan: 15 Point Plan: https://WinMakeGive.com/15-point-plan/ Win Make Give Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WinMakeGive Learn more about the co-hosts: Jacqueline Smith: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerae_smith/ Ryan Greigg: https://www.instagram.com/ryanparkgreigg/ Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

In this episode, hosts Dave Prior and Stuart Young sit down with Carl Smith, a "philosophical futurist" and leader of The Bureau (https://thebureau.community/), a community of over 1,500 creative leaders. The conversation explores how to "tune up" your personal and professional systems to better serve yourself and others by embracing vulnerability, mindfulness, and the power of imperfection. Key Topics and Takeaways - The Trap of Busyness vs. Productivity: Carl shares a recent "reset" triggered by a Saturday morning spent staring at spreadsheets. He discusses the danger of moving from a "creating" mindset to a "protecting" mindset, and how his attempt to become more efficient unintentionally made his team inefficient. 
 - Energy Management and Burnout: Carl defines burnout as a state where you send all your energy out and none comes back. He uses a slot machine analogy to describe how different interactions can either deplete or replenish your internal "jackpot". 
 - Self-Regulation Power-Ups: -Speed Journaling -NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Relaxation) -Nose Breathing (Yes, it's a thing) -Health Tracking Systems and why you might need more than one -Stoicism
 Links from the Podcast No One Is Coming to Save You: The Power Ups to Help Surf the Chaos https://tinyurl.com/5dsh2n4v The Bureau of Digital https://thebureau.community/ Breath by James Nestor https://tinyurl.com/38uemcx4 Outlive by Peter Attia https://tinyurl.com/4e5a6nc3 The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins https://tinyurl.com/2rpwe93u Project to Product by Mik Kersten https://tinyurl.com/2rksj6bw Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman https://tinyurl.com/46xeh8nn Everyday Stoicism by Gareth Southwell https://tinyurl.com/5c5n5392 Daily Stoic Podcast byRyan Holiday https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily-stoic/id1430315931 Life Saver Graphics LLC —https://tinyurl.com/yfr95r8u 
 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Systems of Imperfection 03:22 The Importance of Self-Care and Productivity 05:50 Navigating Work Overwhelm and Chaos 08:55 The Role of Community in Professional Growth 11:45 Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence 14:50 Mindfulness Practices for Better Living 17:47 The Power of Authenticity in Leadership 20:59 The Intersection of Technology and Humanity 23:59 Stoicism and Its Relevance Today 26:54 Embracing Imperfection and Learning from Mistakes 29:52 The Future of Work and Community Engagement 32:57 Creating Value Through Collaboration 35:54 Final Thoughts on Being Human in a Digital Age 56:09 Outro.mp4 Contacting Carl: The Bureau of Digital: https://thebureau.community/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-w-smith/ Contacting Stuart  - linktr.ee/stuartliveart

Contacting Dave  -linktr.ee/mrsungo

Africa Melane speaks to energy analyst Matthew Cruze about Johannesburg’s new proposal to ring-fence electricity revenue and whether it could offer a permanent solution to municipal electricity debt owed to Eskom. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever felt like you're constantly trying to catch up, squeeze more in, or somehow “optimise” every second of your day… this episode is for you.In this conversation, Jess unpacks the pressure business owners and leaders place on themselves around productivity, time management, and hustle culture - and why the idea that “we all have the same 24 hours” is simply not true.After navigating an intensely full season of life, Jess shares a more honest conversation around energy management, burnout, neurodivergence, boundaries, and understanding how you actually function.This episode explores:Why time management isn't the real issueThe difference between being busy and being effectiveHow your energy impacts leadership and workplace cultureWhy “free days” can sometimes feel harder than structured onesThe role of routine, flexibility, and self-awarenessPractical ways to audit your energy and work more sustainablyIf you're exhausted from trying to do everything well, this episode offers a more compassionate and realistic way forward - without sacrificing ambition.To sign up to Get Jasched Meditation+: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1215566/subscribeSend us Fan MailSupport the showEnjoying the podcast? Don't forget to follow for more episodes packed with insights on growth, change, and living a more fulfilling life. Got a thought or story to share? Reach out via Instagram at @j_.leigh , on LinkedIn at Jess Jasch, or https://j-leigh.com.au/ - I'd love to hear from you!Interested in booking a free consult to discuss wellbeing consulting, or embodied leadership coaching for you or your team? Book your time here: https://calendly.com/jess-jasch/book-zoom-now

Peak season has a way of grinding people down. Not dramatically, but slowly, week by week, until you hit November running on empty and wondering why you do this.In this episode, Sam and Katy talk through four categories of energy — physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual — and what it actually takes to protect each one across a full busy season. Sleep, hydration, client boundaries, scheduling buffers, letting go of outcomes you can't control…all contribute to preventing burnout.You'll learn:How your physical habits directly determine how much mental energy you have at workWhat smart scheduling boundaries look like before busy season locks inWhy emotional over-investment in clients quietly drains you and how to manage itHow recovery rituals at the end of a long day change everything

What if the real power of animal communication isn't about receiving messages at all — but about being changed by love? In this episode, Julie, Karen, and Meredith explore how the unconditional love of animals creates the safety for us to finally listen to our own truth, return to wholeness, and remember our connection to something much larger than ourselves. From Julie's story of Lukas and a broken leg in the Alaska mountains, to Karen's cat Dusty who stayed through a divorce, to Meredith's cat Boris who showed her she could trust herself — this conversation is an invitation to see animal communication not as a technique, but as a doorway home. Do YOU want to be an animal communicator or learn more about Soul Level Intuitive Coaching®? Check out the new classes and Be Open Community offered by our teacher, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Danielle MacKinnon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. It's a great place to learn Energy Management, trusting yourself and even finding a great, supportive community.   YOUR HOSTS Julie is a Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Heart Animal Soul Professional Communicator, Soul Level Intuitive Coach®, Spirit Animal Sacred Alchemy Practitioner and Certified Trauma-Informed Grief Coach. She writes the column ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Trust the Animals”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Substack and is a teaching assistant for the Danielle MacKinnon School. Find out more about her and her monthly Pet Loss Grief Circles at her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.juliehirt-intuitive.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karen is a Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Soul Level Intuitive Coach®, Pangu Shengong (qigong) Instructor and Energy Healer. She is an End-of-life Companion Animal Doula through the UVM certificate program and a teaching assistant for the Danielle MacKinnon School. She is also on the board of NicaLove Animal Rescue and the Founder and a Director of The Animal Communication Collective®. Find out more about her at her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.karendendysmith.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Meredith is a Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Soul Level Intuitive Coach®, Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Practitioner, and certified dog trainer with a focus on behavior modification and positive reinforcement. She is also a Director of The Animal Communication Collective®. Find out more about her at her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.meredithtollison.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can find all of our episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindBodySpirit.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Reach out to us with questions or comments via the Contact Us form on our website (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theanimalcommunicationpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about the fundraising work Karen, Meredith and Julie do with The Animal Communication Collective at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.animalcommunicationcollective.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the problem isn't your schedule but your energy? In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I challenge the traditional focus on time management. Many leaders spend their days optimizing calendars and workflows, yet still end up drained. Why? Because time is neutral it's alignment that determines whether an activity energizes or depletes you. When your work taps into your strengths, values, and mission, it creates energy. When it doesn't, even a short task can leave you exhausted. The key to managing energy is emotional recognition your ability to read how different activities impact you in real time. Treat your emotions as performance data, using them to identify what fuels or drains you. Listen in to learn simple practices to help you shift from operating on empty to leading with sustainable energy. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Time management won't fix burnout alignment will. It's not about how long you spend on tasks, but whether those tasks align with your strengths, values, and mission. 2. Your emotions are your most accurate energy data. Paying attention to what energizes or drains you provides real-time insight into how to adjust your leadership for better performance. 3. Sustainable leadership requires intentional energy design. Simple actions like tracking energy patterns, protecting your peak hours, and building in recovery help you lead with consistency, clarity, and endurance. Episode Minutes: Minute 4:00 - Developing emotional awareness as a leadership skill Minute 6:00 - Patterns in energy drainers: misalignment, value compromise, mission disconnect Minute 9:00 - Action item recap: energy audit, prime window, authentic assessment Links + Resources from This Episode: Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within Learn more about The Strengths Journal

If you own a new home, making changes to improve your energy efficiency and reduce your energy costs can be hard to maximize, especially if your home has been built to a higher standard. There is only so much you can do to push the needle. We discuss this with Jamie Hager and Graham Alexander from Southern Energy Management, as they help us decide the best ways to save on energy costs, and what improvements give us them most value for the dollar. https://southern-energy.com/https://chathampark.com/

If you want to do your best, you'd better get your rest.The quality of your sleep fundamentally affects the quality of your communication. Communicating well, Dr. Cheri Mah says, starts with being well-rested.“Sleep impacts nearly every aspect of how you function,” says Mah, a sleep physician, adjunct lecturer at Stanford Sleep Medicine Center, and internationally recognized expert on sleep and human performance. In her research and work, particularly with elite athletes and professional sports teams, she explores the link between getting rest and doing our best. “If you are getting quality sleep, you can think more clearly, react under pressure, make good judgment calls, have more patience, be more empathetic,” she says.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Mah and host Matt Abrahams explore strategies for better sleep, from bedtime routines to paying off “sleep debt” to the “nappuccino” — a caffeine-fueled power nap. Whether you struggle to sleep or can nod off at any time or place, Mah's insights reveal why doing our best requires getting our rest.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Dr. Cheri MahEp.183 Rethinks: How Anxiety Can Fuel Better Communication Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:57) - Sleep & Performance (04:11) - Better Sleep Habits (06:16) - Quieting a Racing Mind (07:49) - Dr. Mah's Night Routine (09:19) - Sleep Extension (10:52) - Preparing for Big Events (11:44) - The Nappuccino (13:21) - Managing Jet Lag (15:56) - Chronotypes Explained (18:00) - Starting the Day with Sleep (19:40) - The Final Three Question (23:57) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

In this deeply moving conversation, the hosts of The Animal Communication Podcast welcome Dr. Isla Fishburn of Kachina Canine - intuitive medicine teacher, shamanic practitioner, grief tender, and author - for a conversation that truly transcends the ordinary. Dr. Isla shares her remarkable "long walk": a lifelong initiation into the consciousness of death, woven through early losses, a near-death experience, an abusive marriage, and the profound teachings of her wolf dog, Tunkashila. Together, they explore death not as an ending to be feared, but as a sacred, intelligent consciousness, an ancient ally that has always been waiting at the edge of our circle, asking to be let in. From the concept of "soulspan" and animals as body-hoppers across infinite lifetimes, to the lost art of ceremony and the village that once held us in grief, to the beautiful truth that a heart that breaks is a heart that wakes, this episode will shift the way you think about loss, love, and the animals who walk us home. RESOURCES: ⁠Dr. Isla Fishburn's website - Kachina Canine⁠ - https://kachinacanine.com Do YOU want to be an animal communicator or learn more about Soul Level Intuitive Coaching®? Check out the new classes and Be Open Community offered by our teacher, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Danielle MacKinnon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. It's a great place to learn Energy Management, trusting yourself and even finding a great, supportive community.   YOUR HOSTS Julie is a Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Heart Animal Soul Professional Communicator, Soul Level Intuitive Coach®, Spirit Animal Sacred Alchemy Practitioner and Certified Trauma-Informed Grief Coach. She writes the column ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Trust the Animals”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Substack and is a teaching assistant for the Danielle MacKinnon School. Find out more about her and her monthly Pet Loss Grief Circles at her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.juliehirt-intuitive.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karen is a Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Soul Level Intuitive Coach®, Pangu Shengong (qigong) Instructor and Energy Healer. She is an End-of-life Companion Animal Doula through the UVM certificate program and a teaching assistant for the Danielle MacKinnon School. She is also on the board of NicaLove Animal Rescue and the Founder and a Director of The Animal Communication Collective®. Find out more about her at her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.karendendysmith.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Meredith is a Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Soul Level Intuitive Coach®, Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Practitioner, and certified dog trainer with a focus on behavior modification and positive reinforcement. She is also a Director of The Animal Communication Collective®. Find out more about her at her website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.meredithtollison.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can find all of our episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindBodySpirit.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Reach out to us with questions or comments via the Contact Us form on our website (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theanimalcommunicationpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about the fundraising work Karen, Meredith and Julie do with The Animal Communication Collective at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.animalcommunicationcollective.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the reason productivity feels so hard… isn't you?In this episode of The Secrets of Supermom Show, Lori sits down with cycle-syncing expert and feminine leadership coach Renae Fieck to talk about why traditional productivity advice doesn't work for women—and what to do instead.Renae shares her powerful story of building a business during one of the hardest seasons of her life, after her husband's brain tumor diagnosis, and how that journey led her to completely rethink how women work, rest, and show up.You'll learn how your energy naturally shifts throughout the month, why some days feel effortless while others feel impossible, and how to start working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it.This conversation is equal parts eye-opening and freeing—especially if you've ever felt like you're the problem when you can't keep up.In this episode, we cover: What “cycle syncing” actually means (in a practical, non-woo way)  Why women aren't meant to operate on a 24-hour productivity cycle  The 4 phases of your cycle and how they impact your energy, mood, and focus  How to plan your work, workouts, and life around your natural rhythms  Why rest is a strategic productivity tool (not a luxury)  Simple ways to start paying attention to your energy today If you're tired of pushing through, burning out, and wondering why things feel harder than they should… this episode will give you a whole new perspective.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

Traveling with Long COVID or ME/CFS can feel impossible when even small outings leave you wiped out. In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with Jenny Tufenkian, ND, to talk about what it actually takes to travel without triggering major crashes. They break down how to plan ahead, manage energy in real time, and adjust expectations so travel becomes more doable and less stressful. You'll hear practical strategies for pacing, nervous system regulation, and building in the right kind of support before, during, and after a trip. In this episode, you'll learn: Why travel often leads to setbacks with Long COVID and ME/CFS How to plan trips in a way that protects your energy The role of pacing before, during, and after travel Simple ways to regulate your nervous system while on the go How to set realistic expectations to avoid crashes What support systems can make travel safer and more manageable Guest: Jenny Tufenkian is a licensed Naturopathic Physician with over 20 years of experience specializing in long COVID and ME/CFS fatigue. After overcoming chronic fatigue herself, she developed a transformative system targeting the five core root causes of Chronic Fatigue/ME. Her integrative approach combines functional medicine with deep subconscious work to help exhausted professionals reclaim their energy and vitality. Dr. Tufenkian earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the National University of Natural Medicine. She is also a mom of two, happily married, and loves her time outdoors and in the kitchen. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real patient results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Meet Jenny Tufenkian, ND 03:10 - Why Travel Triggers Fatigue Crashes 06:20 - Planning Ahead for Energy Management 10:15 - Pacing Strategies While Traveling 14:40 - Nervous System Support on the Go 18:30 - Setting Realistic Expectations 22:10 - Recovery After Travel 26:00 - Common Travel Mistakes to Avoid 30:00 - Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Connect with Jenny Tufenkian: Website: https://drjennytufenkian.com/ Quiz: https://drjennytufenkian.com/quiz Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

This episode dives into how Weber State University built a high-impact energy management program that's already delivering millions in annual savings while pushing toward full electrification and carbon neutrality. Justin Owen breaks down how much of that progress comes not from new equipment, but from smarter HVAC sequences, optimization, and advanced supervisory control. The conversation unpacks real examples—from dramatic EUI reductions to campus-wide control strategies and battery integration. They also reveal how a self-funding model fuels continuous upgrades by reinvesting energy savings into new projects. It's a practical blueprint for energy managers trying to hit aggressive sustainability goals without unlimited budgets. Find full show notes and episode transcript on The Nexus Podcast: Episode 196 webpage. Sign-up (or refer a friend!) to the Nexus Newsletter. Learn more about The Smart Building Strategist Course and the Nexus Courses Platform. Check out the Nexus Labs Marketplace. Learn more about Nexus Partnership Opportunities.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares a powerful and practical technique to help you break through feelings of overwhelm and stagnation. She reflects on her own recent struggle with unbudging to-do list items and introduces two actionable list-making strategies that can help you regain momentum, boost your energy, and make productivity feel easy again. Whether you're looking to tidy up, address resistance, or simply get unstuck, this episode will equip you with tools to create flow and move toward your goals.Timestamps00:00:00: Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode and topic.00:00:47: Dr. Christine Li shares her background as a psychologist and procrastination coach.00:01:30: Dr. Christine Li tells a personal story about feeling stagnant and overwhelmed.00:02:31: Dr. Christine Li describes her Success Lab membership and a productive coaching session.00:04:03: Dr. Christine Li introduces the two-list technique for overcoming stagnation.00:05:03: Dr. Christine Li explains the second, more diverse list and its five action items.00:09:43: Dr. Christine Li discusses the psychological benefits of completing the lists.00:11:00: Dr. Christine Li invites listeners to share their experience and mindset shifts.00:12:07: Dr. Christine Li offers a free downloadable guide and closes the episode.00:12:56: Dr. Christine Li encourages listeners to subscribe, visit the website, and share feedback on Instagram.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/listsTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

John Maytham speaks to Hendrik Verwoerd about Formula 1’s latest 2026 regulation tweaks, aimed at improving safety, simplifying energy management and responding to growing driver concerns. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Eric Pop is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering as well as Materials Science & Engineering at Stanford University. Research in Eric's laboratory spans electronics, electrical engineering, physics, nanomaterials, and energy. They are interested in applying materials with nanoscale properties to engineer better electronics such as transistors, circuits, and data storage mechanisms. Eric is also investigating ways to better manage the heat that electronics generate. When he's not working, Eric enjoys snowboarding up in the mountains of California. He also enjoys traveling, playing soccer, and following professional soccer leagues. Eric received his B.S. in electrical engineering, B.S. in physics, and a M.Eng. in electrical engineering from MIT. He was awarded his PhD in electrical engineering from Stanford University. Afterwards, Eric conducted postdoctoral research at Stanford University before accepting a position as a Senior Engineer at Intel. Prior to joining the faculty at Stanford University, he served on the faculty at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. Eric has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the 2010 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, Young Investigator Awards from the Navy, Air Force, and DARPA, as well as an NSF CAREER Award. In our interview Eric shares more about his life and research.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li empowers women to shift from chaos and stress to clarity. She explores why stress and overwhelm often accompany our to-do lists and clutter, and offers practical mindset strategies for releasing negativity and reclaiming agency over daily life. Listeners are guided to recognize their inherent clarity, start with small steps, and embrace success with a lighter, more productive outlook.Timestamps00:00:00 - Introduction: stress and clarity00:01:05 - Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and podcast focus00:01:48 - Clarity during stress for midlife women00:02:42 - Decluttering as a stress trigger00:04:08 - Normalizing anticipatory anxiety00:05:54 - Breaking the cycle of overwhelm00:06:26 - Affirming inner clarity00:08:03 - Tackling clutter and self-doubt00:09:07 - Clearing negativity00:11:01 - Reality vs negative stories about clutter00:13:22 - Clearing internal negativity00:14:08 - Freedom from self-battle00:16:07 - Embracing an open mindset00:17:55 - Progress through small steps00:19:41 - Hope for success and clarity00:20:05 - Free clarity worksheet offered00:20:44 - Closing and connection detailsTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clarityoverstressTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Bruno Damien, Ecosystem & Partners Marketing Director at e-peas, joins the podcast to discuss sustainable IoT. The company develops effective solutions for harvesting ambient energy with Ambient Energy Managers (AEMs) and an extensive portfolio of Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs). Next, Rich and Marc Serughetti, the Vice President of Product Line Management for the Synopsys Systems Design Group, dive into how digital twins can simplify your development process.But first, Ken talks about his upcoming trip to Austin, Texas for Microelectronics US 2026.For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!Treat yourself to gorgeous peonies from the Phineas Wright House! Enroll in the 3 week peony subscription and you'll receive 2 dozen gorgeous peony stems each week, harvested at the perfect stage for a long vase life. Pick up in Bolton, MA.Get all the details here: https://www.phineaswrighthouse.com/the-shop/p/peony-subscription-2026Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, and toast to the season ahead. Save you spot here: https://www.phineaswrighthouse.com/the-shop/p/summer-solstice-white-partyIn this episode, Wendy sits down with Robin Nielsen, hormone expert and Certified Clinical Nutritionist, who helps women understand why their energy is draining and their hormones are out of balance. Robin breaks down the four distinct hormonal phases women go through and why choosing (instead of living by default) is the key to keeping your hormones balanced.They explore:Why saying yes to yourself is actually choosing, and how choice protects your hormonesThe hormone deal breakers that drain your energy like to-do lists that never get shorterHow to replace your to-do list with a "Doing Now / Not Doing Now / Never Doing Now" system that actually worksThis is a conversation about protecting your life force. When you don't choose—when you let life happen to you, when you tolerate the wrong piano or the wrong house cleaner—your energy drains and your hormones suffer. But when you choose, even when it's a no, you protect your spark.Connect with Robin:Instagram: instagram.com/robinanielsenNaturalHormoneSolution.comComplete Hormone Assessment: NaturalHormoneSolution.com/sayyesHormone Reset Program (Details coming soon!)________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the impact of mindset on achieving success and overcoming negative self-talk. Drawing from her experience as a psychologist and procrastination coach, she discusses how to recognize and reframe limiting beliefs, replace negative stories with empowering perspectives, and harness positive energy to create lasting change. Listeners will learn practical strategies to shift their mindset, take meaningful action, and unlock their true potential.Timestamps00:01:55: The foundational role of managing energy and mindset for growth and shifts00:02:35: Importance of developing and sustaining a positive mindset00:03:39: Common struggle: listeners find positive thinking unnatural or feel like self-denial00:04:20: Positive self-talk is not lying00:05:09: Effects of negative mindset: worry, fear, missed opportunities00:06:03: Positive thinkers align themselves with opportunity, success, and action00:06:42: The stories we repeat to ourselves are not facts, but beliefs00:07:24: Understanding “beliefs” (with “lie” in the word); don't believe negative predictions as fact00:08:01: Reframing: Move from scary stories to factual (neutral) or positive statements00:09:07: Coaching yourself with positive encouragement to boost empowerment00:09:56: Positivity means facing problems with proactive action00:10:22: Using positive mindset to address problems, declutter, make decisions, and take action00:11:04: Mindset and action combine for alignment and a sense of possibility00:12:09: Taking opportunities, expending energy in ways that replenish rather than drain00:13:06: Lasting positive change comes from mindset and a willingness to learnTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/positivityTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

 In this episode of That Will Nevr Work, Maurice sits down with Stefanie Carlstedt to explore the invisible energy leaks hiding in your Human Design and how they may be draining your business momentum. Stefanie explains how aligning with your natural strengths can create growth that feels lighter, more sustainable, and even fun. If you're showing up consistently but feeling exhausted, this conversation will shift your perspective. Connect with Stefanie Carlstedt:Website: https://www.stefcarlstedt.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanie-carlstedt-22517a2b0/

Feeling burned out—even when you're doing everything “right”? You're not alone… and you might be looking at it all wrong.In this episode, host Lori Oberbroeckling sits down with Hope Pedraza, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Human Design Guide, and Clinical Hypnotherapist, to unpack the real root of burnout—and why it's not just about having too much on your plate.Hope shares a powerful reframe: burnout isn't about how much you're doing—it's about the energy behind how you're doing it.Together, they dive into the deeper layers of burnout, including the physical, emotional, mental, and even spiritual components—and why addressing just one piece often keeps you stuck in the cycle.You'll learn:Why burnout isn't just about being “too busy”The connection between your body, nervous system, and energy levelsHow mineral imbalances can impact your mood, hormones, and overall wellbeingWhy “doing all the right things” might not be enoughSimple ways to start listening to your body and reconnect with what you actually needIf you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or like something just isn't working anymore—this episode will help you understand why and what to do next.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

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You've felt it. Someone leaves the room and you feel weirdly exhausted. Or you ignored a gut feeling and paid for it later. This episode names what's actually happening, and gives you a practical system to deal with it. Episode Overview If you've ever left a conversation feeling like something was stolen from you, or spent years second-guessing whether your instincts were real or just anxiety in a costume, Lisa Campion is here to hand you a very grounded toolkit.Lisa is a Reiki master teacher, psychic counselor, author, and podcast host with over 30 years of experience working with empaths, healers, and people who are psychically open but have no idea what to do about it. She doesn't ask you to believe anything. She just shows you how the operating system works.In this conversation, Will and Karen sit down with Lisa to unpack energy vampires, psychic self-defense, and one of the most useful distinctions in modern spirituality; the difference between your intuition and your anxiety. Turns out, one of them has been running the show, and it probably isn't the one you'd want.What You'll Take AwayEnergy vampires are real, and most of them don't know they're doing it. Lisa breaks down the two distinct types, including the one that's far more common than the predatory kind, and explains why highly sensitive people are disproportionately in their orbit.There's a name for what you've been experiencing. If you absorb other people's moods, pain, or anxiety as if they were your own, Lisa explains what that actually is, why it happens, and why it can be a profound gift once you learn to manage it.Psychic self-defense isn't a Marvel movie concept. Lisa maps out a practical framework for protecting your energy, including what she calls "spiritual kung fu" for empaths who keep saying yes when they mean no.Intuition and anxiety feel almost identical. but only one of them is telling the truth. Lisa explains the neurological reason for this, and gives you a simple test to tell the difference before you override the right signal again.You're more psychic than you think. Lisa shares a specific, low-effort journaling practice that will show you, within weeks, just how often your intuition has been accurate while you weren't paying attention.The "army of healers" concept. This isn't motivational-poster talk. Lisa explains what a world looks like when empathic, intuitive people stop running on empty and actually show up for themselves and others.Listen Because This episode is for anyone who has ever felt "too much," been told they're too sensitive, or quietly wondered whether their gut instincts mean anything. Lisa Campion doesn't want your belief. She just wants you to start paying attention.

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Many high-performing men eventually experience a lack of motivation in life despite strong discipline. Discover why discipline fatigue happens and how to restore direction. Table of Contents Toggle When Discipline Stops Producing EnergyThe Discipline ParadoxThe Mountaineering LessonWhy High Performers Experience Lack of Motivation in LifeDiscipline FatigueThe Hidden Cost of OverachievementWhy Purpose Matters More Than DisciplineRebuilding Motivation Through AlignmentThe Evolution of AmbitionThe Discipline TrapThe Three Stages of Motivation CollapseA Different Path ForwardThe Resilient Man FrameworkFAQ When Discipline Stops Producing Energy Many ambitious men pride themselves on discipline. They wake up early, train hard, work long hours, and maintain the routines that once helped them rise above the average path. For years, discipline becomes the engine that drives growth and achievement. Eventually something changes. The routines remain intact, but the internal energy behind them begins to weaken. The habits still exist, yet the emotional drive that once made them feel meaningful starts to fade. This moment is often described as a lack of motivation in life, even by men who appear highly disciplined from the outside. The Discipline Paradox Discipline is often celebrated as the ultimate solution to personal growth. Many men are taught that if motivation disappears, the answer is simple: apply more discipline. For a while that strategy works. Discipline carries people through difficult periods of life, pushes them through physical limits, and creates the structure necessary for success. However, discipline alone cannot carry a person indefinitely. Eventually discipline reaches a threshold. When discipline is disconnected from deeper purpose or meaning, it begins to feel heavy instead of empowering. The same habits that once felt like strength can slowly begin to feel like obligation. This is where discipline fatigue begins. The Mountaineering Lesson During a long mountaineering climb, there is a stage where physical endurance is no longer the primary challenge. Early in the ascent, adrenaline and ambition make progress feel exciting. But hours later, high on the mountain, the conditions change. The air becomes thinner. The pace slows. Every step requires more effort than the last. At this stage, climbers often discover that motivation alone is not enough to continue. The body can still move forward, but the mind begins asking deeper questions. Why am I doing this? What makes this climb meaningful? Mountaineers quickly learn that endurance is not sustained by discipline alone. It is sustained by a deeper commitment to the purpose of the climb. Life works in a similar way. Why High Performers Experience Lack of Motivation in Life Many ambitious men spend years building their identity around discipline and achievement. Their routines become predictable: work harder, train harder, achieve more. This approach produces results. Yet over time the same strategy can lead to an unexpected problem. The individual continues performing at a high level, but the internal sense of meaning behind that effort begins to weaken. When that happens, the experience often feels like a lack of motivation in life. The truth is more nuanced. Motivation is not disappearing. It is evolving. Discipline Fatigue Discipline fatigue occurs when effort continues long after the original purpose behind the effort has faded. A person may still be capable of performing at a high level, but the emotional connection to the work is no longer as strong as it once was. Externally everything still appears successful. Internally the experience changes. Work that once felt like growth begins to feel repetitive. Challenges that once created excitement now feel routine. The structure of life continues, but the internal spark that once fueled discipline becomes weaker. This is often misinterpreted as laziness or burnout. In reality it is frequently a signal that something deeper needs to change. The Hidden Cost of Overachievement High performers are often taught to override emotional signals. If motivation fades, they double their effort. If exhaustion appears, they increase discipline. This strategy works temporarily. Over time, however, ignoring internal signals can lead to a growing sense of disconnection between effort and meaning. The individual continues achieving, but the achievements themselves begin to feel less fulfilling. This pattern is surprisingly common among successful professionals, entrepreneurs, and athletes. The discipline that once fueled growth begins to feel like an endless loop. Why Purpose Matters More Than Discipline Discipline is an incredible tool, but it is not the ultimate driver of long-term motivation. Purpose provides the emotional fuel that allows discipline to remain meaningful over time. When discipline is connected to purpose, effort feels directed. When discipline becomes disconnected from purpose, effort begins to feel mechanical. This distinction explains why many successful individuals eventually begin questioning their direction. They are not losing capability; they are searching for alignment between their actions and their deeper values. This search often begins when a person experiences what appears to be a lack of motivation in life. Rebuilding Motivation Through Alignment Restoring motivation rarely requires more pressure. Instead, it often requires stepping back and examining the direction of effort. High performers benefit from asking deeper questions. What kind of work still feels meaningful? What challenges create curiosity instead of fatigue? What contributions feel worth pursuing during the next stage of life? These questions help reconnect discipline with purpose. When that connection returns, motivation often returns with it. The Evolution of Ambition Ambition evolves throughout life. Early ambition is often driven by the need to prove something or build stability. Later ambition becomes more reflective. Instead of focusing only on achievement, many individuals begin focusing on contribution, meaning, and personal alignment. When this shift occurs, the nature of motivation changes. Motivation becomes less frantic and more intentional. Clarity replaces urgency. Effort becomes more focused because it is aligned with something meaningful rather than simply chasing the next achievement. The Discipline Trap One of the most dangerous beliefs ambitious men carry is the idea that discipline alone will solve every problem. While discipline is powerful, it is not designed to replace purpose. Discipline can carry you through difficulty. Purpose determines where you are going. When direction becomes unclear, the solution is not always more effort. Sometimes the solution is stepping back and redefining what truly matters. This is the moment when many men realize their apparent lack of motivation in life is actually an invitation to realign their efforts with something deeper. The Three Stages of Motivation Collapse A lack of motivation in life rarely appears overnight. In most cases it develops gradually through a series of predictable stages that ambitious men experience after long periods of discipline and achievement. Understanding these stages helps explain why highly disciplined individuals can suddenly feel unmotivated despite maintaining strong routines and work ethic. Stage 1: The Discipline Surge Early success is often fueled by what could be called the discipline surge. During this stage, goals are clear, progress is visible, and effort feels energizing. A man commits to a training routine, career objective, or personal mission. The discipline required to pursue those goals creates momentum. Progress reinforces confidence, and confidence strengthens discipline. Everything feels aligned. The routines feel purposeful. The sacrifices feel worthwhile. The work produces results. During this stage, motivation and discipline operate in harmony. One feeds the other, creating a powerful feedback loop that can sustain growth for years. Many ambitious individuals spend a large portion of their lives operating in this phase. But eventually something changes. Stage 2: The Plateau of Effort After extended periods of growth, progress naturally begins to slow. Goals that once felt exciting become familiar. The challenges that once demanded full attention start to feel routine. This stage is where the first signs of a lack of motivation in life often appear. The routines are still in place. The discipline remains strong. From the outside, nothing seems wrong. Internally, however, something feels different. The energy behind the effort begins to fade. A person may still wake up early, train hard, and perform well professionally. Yet the emotional excitement that once fueled those actions is no longer as strong. The mind begins asking subtle questions. Is this still meaningful? Is this still the direction I want to pursue? Many disciplined individuals respond to this stage by simply applying more discipline. They increase their workload, intensify their routines, and push harder in an attempt to regain the motivation they once felt. Sometimes that strategy works temporarily. But if the deeper issue is not addressed, the final stage eventually emerges. Stage 3: The Meaning Gap The most significant stage of motivation collapse occurs when effort becomes disconnected from meaning. This is when a true lack of motivation in life begins to appear. A person may still be capable of performing at a high level, yet the internal drive behind that performance has weakened. Work begins to feel mechanical. Training feels obligatory rather than energizing. Even achievements may start to feel strangely empty. For highly disciplined individuals, this experience can be confusing. They have relied on discipline for years to overcome obstacles, so the natural response is to push harder. But the meaning gap cannot be solved through effort alone. When effort loses its connection to purpose, motivation begins to fade no matter how disciplined a person remains. This stage is not a failure of discipline. It is often a signal that personal growth is entering a new phase. The identity and goals that once fueled progress may no longer reflect the deeper values that are beginning to emerge. When individuals recognize this shift, they gain an opportunity to realign their efforts with something more meaningful. And when discipline reconnects with purpose again, the feeling of a lack of motivation in life often begins to dissolve naturally. A Different Path Forward Experiencing a lack of motivation in life does not mean discipline has failed. It often means the next stage of growth requires a different orientation toward purpose and direction. The routines that once created momentum may no longer reflect the direction a person wants to pursue. Recognizing this shift allows high performers to evolve rather than remain trapped in outdated patterns. When discipline reconnects with meaningful purpose, motivation often returns in a different form. Not as frantic urgency. But as clarity. The Resilient Man Framework If you have experienced a lack of motivation in life, it may not be a failure of discipline. It may be a signal that your current routines are no longer aligned with your deeper direction. The Resilient Man Framework is designed to help ambitious men rebuild alignment between physical strength, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and meaningful purpose. When these pillars reconnect, motivation becomes a natural byproduct of living in alignment with what truly matters. FAQ Why do disciplined people experience a lack of motivation in life? Disciplined individuals can experience a lack of motivation in life when the original goals that fueled their routines have already been achieved or no longer feel meaningful. Discipline can sustain effort for long periods of time, but without a deeper sense of purpose the emotional energy behind that effort gradually declines. For example, a professional who spent years building a successful career may eventually realize that the work no longer aligns with personal values, even though performance remains strong. This shift often signals a need for realignment rather than a lack of discipline. Can discipline fatigue cause a lack of motivation in life? Yes, discipline fatigue can contribute significantly to a lack of motivation in life. Discipline fatigue occurs when individuals maintain intense routines for extended periods without reconnecting with the purpose behind those routines. Over time, effort begins to feel mechanical rather than meaningful. For instance, an athlete who trains relentlessly for years may eventually feel disconnected from the joy that originally motivated the sport. When discipline becomes disconnected from purpose, motivation naturally declines. Why does success sometimes lead to a lack of motivation in life? Success can lead to a lack of motivation in life because the goals that once created urgency and direction have already been achieved. When the mind no longer has a compelling target, the emotional energy behind discipline begins to weaken. For example, someone who spent years pursuing financial stability may reach that milestone and suddenly realize the next direction is unclear. This moment often represents a transition point rather than a failure of ambition. How can someone overcome a lack of motivation in life? Overcoming a lack of motivation in life often begins with reconnecting effort to meaningful purpose. Instead of simply adding more discipline, individuals benefit from examining what kinds of challenges or contributions feel energizing. For example, a professional who feels stuck in a routine may rediscover motivation by pursuing projects that align with personal values or creative interests. When purpose becomes clear again, motivation tends to return naturally. Is a lack of motivation in life a sign of burnout? A lack of motivation in life can sometimes be related to burnout, but it is not always the same phenomenon. Burnout typically involves emotional exhaustion and prolonged stress, while motivation loss can also occur during periods of transition or personal growth. For instance, someone who has achieved long-term goals may feel temporarily unmotivated while redefining their direction. 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FREE RESOURCE:  Check out the group health calculator! https://www.michelleperis.com/lm-group-program-calculator-opt-in   In this honest conversation, Dr. Michelle and Dr. Tara discuss the entrepreneurial journey of health practitioners, focusing on the critical decisions of when to pause, pivot, or burn down aspects of their businesses.  They explore the importance of discernment, the challenges of marketing, and the necessity of nervous system regulation in navigating these decisions. The discussion emphasizes the value of taking breaks to gain perspective and the growth that can come from difficult choices in entrepreneurship. Dr. Tara and Dr. Michelle discuss the importance of defining life and business boundaries, asking intentional questions, and building confidence through experiences.  This conversation emphasizes the need for clarity and intentionality in decision-making, understanding one's capacity, and the cost of success, including burnout.  They highlight the significance of supportive relationships and the journey of self-discovery, resilience through failure, and the importance of finding a community that aligns with one's values and dreams.   Takeaways It's hard to know when to pause, pivot, or burn it down. Discernment is a predictive factor of success. Marketing often highlights only the positive aspects of entrepreneurship. The journey requires hard work and sacrifice. Understanding your nervous system is crucial for decision-making. The moment of tension is an opportunity for growth. Taking a pause can provide clarity and perspective. Many entrepreneurs quit when they hit a wall, but often they just need a break. Burning it down can lead to new beginnings and growth. You must be willing to adapt and change your approach.  It's crucial to define what you want your life to look like as an entrepreneur. Asking the right questions can lead to better decision-making. Building confidence comes from experience and intentionality. Clarity about who you serve and your boundaries is essential. Understanding your capacity helps manage energy and expectations. Success can come at a cost, including burnout and disconnection. Defining what 'enough' means to you is vital for personal fulfillment. Supportive relationships can significantly impact your entrepreneurial journey. Self-discovery is a continuous process that shapes your business decisions. Resilience is built through learning from failures and setbacks.   Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Introduction to Entrepreneurial Perspectives 03:08 Navigating Business Decisions: Pause, Pivot, or Burn It Down 10:29 The Importance of Discernment in Entrepreneurship 19:31 Understanding the Moment of Tension 27:18 The Pain and Growth of Burning It Down 33:31 Defining Life and Business Boundaries 35:00 The Importance of Intentional Questions 36:25 Building Confidence Through Experience 38:14 The Power of Clarity and Intentionality 41:06 Understanding Capacity and Energy Management 47:59 The Cost of Success and Burnout 49:18 Defining Enough and Personal Values 52:23 The Role of Supportive Relationships 54:54 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth 59:27 Resilience Through Failure and Learning 01:03:47 Finding Your Community and Support 01:06:10 Dreaming Big and Overcoming Doubts   Stay Wild. Connect with Dr. Tara on INSTAGRAM Connect with Dr. Michelle on INSTAGRAM FREE RESOURCE:  Click the link and see if the SHED METABOLIC RESET PROGRAM is a good fit for you!  FREE RESOURCE: Check out the Collective Creator Academy  This episode is brought to you by: www.MichellePeris.com Ready to reclaim your Wild? JOIN THE WAITLIST Learn more about The Poppy Clinic: www.poppyclinic.com Is Naturopathic Medicine for you: LEARN MORE HERE Take our HORMONE QUIZ Are you a clinician looking for more impact? START HERE

What if the reason you feel constantly busy, overwhelmed, or pulled in every direction is because you're saying yes to the wrong things? In this episode of The Balance Theory, Erika sits down with Christine Assouad - author, serial entrepreneur, investor on Shark Tank Lebanon, and founder behind multiple ventures including Dunkin' Lebanon and Semsom. She has mentored thousands of women across the Middle East and beyond and recently released her book The Power to Say Yes, which explores how learning to say yes to yourself can transform your life and career. In this conversation, Christine shares what she has learned from mentoring thousands of women, why so many ambitious people struggle with guilt and overcommitment, and how to become intentional about where your time, energy, and attention go. This episode dives into the tension between being capable and feeling obliged, why energy management matters more than time management, and how to start designing a life aligned with what actually matters to you. What We Cover • Why so many people say yes to everyone except themselves 
• The hidden difference between being capable and feeling obligated
 • The Wheel of Life exercise to understand what truly matters
• Why many ambitious women feel burnt out despite doing everything “right”
 • The importance of energy management, not just time management 
• How saying yes to one opportunity can shape an entirely different life path
 • Why guilt often holds people back from pursuing what they want 
• The smallest “yes” you can start with today to reclaim control of your life This episode could be the one that powerfully changes your life. Make sure to share it with a friend if someone came to mind during the episode! CONNECT

Lisa Campion is what happens when a psychic kid grows up and decides the world needs way more healers and way less hiding.In this episode of Reiki from the Farm™, I sit down with best-selling author and psychic counselor Lisa Campion to explore the powerful intersection of intuition and energy healing through Psychic Reiki.We talk about what it really means to bring your psychic abilities into your Reiki practice, how Reiki naturally opens intuitive channels, and why so many practitioners hold themselves back from trusting what they receive. Lisa shares her grounded, real-world approach to psychic development, while we both speak candidly about fear, visibility, and stepping fully into your gifts.This conversation is an invitation to stop second-guessing yourself and start working in true partnership with Reiki—where your intuition is not separate from the practice, but part of it.______Pam Allen-LeBlanc is a scientist, businesswoman, and Licensed Reiki Master Teacher (LRMT) with the International Center for Reiki Training.Get in Touch with Pam:pam@reikifromthefarm.comwww.reikifromthefarm.com______Lisa Campion is the author of the #1 best-selling book, The Art of Psychic Reiki, and many other books.  She is a Psychic Counselor and Reiki Master Teacher with over 30 years of experience, specializing in training emerging psychics, empaths, and healers to fully step into their gifts, since the world needs all the healers it can get!Get in Touch with Lisa:website:  Lisacampion.com Instagram and Youtube______Empaths get your free training HERE.Online Psychic Reiki Training : Master Your Psychic Abilities______Free gift here:  Energy Management for Empathshttps://community.lisacampion.com/Energy-Management-for-EmpathsRegister for our newsletter! InstagramFacebookYoutube pam@reikifromthefarm.com

Welcome to the Mind-Blowing Happiness® Podcast, a space for embodied emotional mastery, authentic leadership, and radiant joy. In this solo episode, Trish Ahjel Roberts dives into Step 3 of the Mind-Blowing Happiness® framework: Community and Connection, but with a twist, diving into the dark side of relationships.Trish reflects on the education most of us never get - how to tell the difference between healthy and toxic relationships before we've invested too much time and energy. This conversation allows space for:Reflection on your own relationshipsTools to identify both healthy and toxic relationshipsExamples of how lovebombing and gaslighting can slip into your life✨If you like this topic, we recommend the following past episodes:"New Year's Resolutions for Navigating Narcissism with Validation Coach Nikieta Lambert"and the solocast, "Do You Know a Narcissist?"Each month this season, we'll explore one step to Mind-Blowing Happiness®, offering reflections, embodiment, and wisdom to support your personal growth and self-leadership from the inside out.✨This week's reflections:Which relationships in my life currently feel like GEMS?Where in my life do relationships feel draining or chaotic?What boundary might help protect my energy right now?✨Upcoming every month in 2026:LIVE Monthly Masterclass offered on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.Mind-Blowing Happiness® Circle. New content drops on the last Thursday of the month.Register and access all resources at TrishAhjelRoberts.com or MindBlowingHappiness.com✨ Next episode: Self-Love and Authenticity. We'll dive into how to fall in love with yourself in a healthy way and show up as your whole self in your life.Learn more about Trish's coaching, books, workshops, and keynote talks at TrishAhjelRoberts.com. Click “Membership” to join the free Mind-Blowing Happiness® community.Follow @MindBlowingHappiness on Instagram and connect with Trish Ahjel Roberts on LinkedIn and Facebook.ep64/s6/ep3

Boundaries are not walls. They are intelligent, nervous system informed signals that protect your brain, support your body, and preserve your energy.In this episode, Heidi explores why boundaries are essential for mental health, emotional wellbeing, physical health, and long term resilience. You will discover how poor boundaries quietly dysregulate the nervous system, increase pain, fatigue, overwhelm, and emotional burnout and how embodied boundaries help restore safety, clarity, and vitality.This is not about willpower or saying no harder. It is about understanding how the brain and body respond to stress, pressure, and overstimulation and learning how to regulate from the inside out.

In this podcast, Greg Voisen sits down with Peter Economy, the "Management Whistler" and prolific author, to discuss his transformative new book, Wait, You Need It When?!: The Essential Guide to Time Management, Productivity, and Powerful Habits That Get Things Done. If you've ever felt like your calendar is a battlefield and your to-do list is winning, this conversation is the tactical briefing you need. Peter pulls back the curtain on why traditional "busyness" is the enemy of true progress and reveals the specific, high-octane habits that allow world-class achievers to stay calm while the clock is ticking. Prepare to challenge everything you thought you knew about your workday.

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In this episode, Andrea Fortenberry interviews Executive Coach and Lifestyle Strategist, Leslie Bosserman. They talk about the difference between time management and energy management and how energy management skills can change the way we work and live, leading to higher levels of performance and renewal.  You can connect with Leslie via: Her website: lesliebosserman.comInstagram: @leadwithintentionSubstackPre-order her book, Energy Endurance: Faith-Filled Skills for Bouncing Back (releases July 28)You can now watch our episodes on YouTube!We'd love to connect with you! Send us a direct message on Instagram or Facebook or email us at leaders@themom.co.You can also find our cohosts on Instagram: @andreafortenberry, @ivymamma and @sherri_crandall.Get your MOMCON tickets today.Sign up for MomCo Membership today!Learn more about The MomCo!Find a group online or in person near you.

"If you just trusted people a little bit more, you would have more time, you would have more energy, and you could return home to yourself." We live in a culture that rewards fixing, striving, and holding everything together, yet the truth is that many women are exhausted not from doing too little but from carrying too much that was never theirs to hold. In this episode, Heather explores what happens when the identity that once fueled your growth begins to limit your freedom, why trusting others can radically expand your time and energy, and how success, achievement, and emotional satisfaction are often operating on entirely different tracks. From energy hoarding and nervous system recalibration after change to the emotional discomfort of having standards, agency, and self-respect, this episode invites you to stop "shoulding," reclaim discernment, and return home to yourself, not as a destination, but as a daily practice of honesty, surrender, and intentional feeling. What to listen for: ✨ The addiction to "fixing" oneself and why energy management matters more ✨ Why most people aren't evolving fast enough to keep up with broader changes ✨ Learning how to communicate your value is a skill that more women need "It is incredibly emotionally uncomfortable for the average woman, let alone the average human, to have discernment, agency, enough self-respect, and high standards on how she lets other people treat her. It actually comes from an identity that you have outgrown." ✨ What really is the finish line for "success," or will the goal post keep moving?  ✨ Why "shoulding" on ourselves doesn't help, and how to see it is data to work from ✨ How your life looks on the outside has nothing to do with life satisfaction "Your feelings and your goals are two different things, and identifying that alone can be a game-changer. More money and achievements aren't going to make you happy. It's so cliché what they say about 'enjoy the journey,' but that's it. How do you want to feel in every moment and every second of the day?" ✨ Why the identity that got you to where you are isn't serving you anymore ✨ The reason our nervous systems get stuck in a "weird" state after change ✨ Getting honest with yourself and surrendering to what's happening "Parenting feels heavier because you're holding something that's not yours to carry. You've become an energy hoarder, and you don't know how to declutter your energy." ✨ It's our job to become adults and acquire the skills that we want our kids to have ✨ Why we love to act like victims of our lives when the world feels unstable ✨ Control is caused by our lack of wanting to feel our feelings healthily *** For those of you who are ready to stop feeling drained, overextended, and out of alignment… join me for a one-on-one Time & Energy Audit, a focused session designed to help high-achieving women uncover what's draining them, clarify what truly matters, and create a simple plan that fits their life. We'll pinpoint your biggest time + energy leaks, identify the top areas to focus on for quick momentum, and map out exactly what to let go of so you can reclaim your energy, your time, and your joy. Ready to make your time work for you without adding more to your plate? Book a Time & Energy Audit: https://heatherchauvin.com/audit Apply for the next Coaching Cohort: https://heatherchauvin.com/apply Not ready for 1:1? Join the membership (cancel anytime): https://heatherchauvin.com/membership

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of neurocardiology with Jeff Goelitz, Director of Education at the HeartMath Institute. For over 35 years, HeartMath has been at the forefront of researching the "heart-brain" connection, proving that the heart is far more than just a mechanical pump. Jeff explains the revolutionary concept of "coherence"—a state of physiological balance where the heart, brain, and nervous system work in harmony to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. We explore the practical applications of HeartMath techniques for high-stress professions, including first responders, professional athletes, and the military. Jeff shares insights into how "heart rate variability" (HRV) serves as a key measure of our resilience and how simple breathing techniques can help us reset our nervous systems after trauma or daily stress. Whether you are a parent, an educator, or someone looking to manage anxiety, this episode provides the scientific foundation and actionable tools to tap into your heart's intelligence. Key Takeaways: ·         Beyond the Pump: Understand why the heart is now classified as an endocrine gland and a sensory organ with its own "brain" of 40,000 neurons. ·         The Power of Coherence: Learn how a state of heart coherence facilitates better decision-making and "cortical facilitation" in the brain. ·         Resilience for First Responders: Discover how HeartMath is being used to help firefighters and soldiers manage PTSD and maintain a "baseline of calm" in dangerous situations. ·         Measuring Inner Balance: An overview of HRV technology and how biofeedback sensors like the "Inner Balance" help track emotional stability. ·         The Heart-Brain Dialogue: Why the heart sends more neural traffic to the brain than the brain sends to the heart. About Jeff Goelitz   Jeff Goelitz has gained vast knowledge, experience and understanding of behavior and social and emotional learning in the many years he has been with HMI. His 35 years of experience, including five as a private school teacher, have helped him become a leader in the development of stress management and education solutions for children and adults. He has spent two decades practicing and teaching the HeartMath System of tools and technology, and his expertise has helped HMI find practical solutions for lowering student test anxiety and improving test score   Social links for Jeff Goelitz https://www.facebook.com/jeff.goelitz.1/ https://www.facebook.com/HeartMathMyKids https://www.heartmath.org/   Social links for Doug Beitz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbeitz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbeitz/ Website: https://buymeacoffee.com/dougbeitz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mQ258nugC3lyw3SpvYuoK?si=7cec409527d34438 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/intuitive-conversations-with-doug/id1593172364 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-beitz-472a4b338/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dougbeitz178  

Australia has built one of the world's most competitive battery storage markets — and it got there faster than almost anywhere else on the planet. What started as an experiment in South Australia in 2017 has grown into a mature, multi-gigawatt industry that is now redefining what grid-scale batteries can do.In this episode of Transmission, host Wendel Hortop sits down with Jérémie Yvon, Head of Energy Management at Neoen Australia, to explore how one of the country's largest renewable energy companies is navigating the rapidly evolving battery landscape across both the National Electricity Market (NEM) and the Western Australian Electricity Market (WEM). They cover the maturation of the Australian battery market, how Neoen structures battery revenue across two very different market designs, the rise of virtual batteries and firm renewable PPAs, long-duration storage investment, and why Jérémie believes battery oversupply is a credible - and under appreciated - risk.You can watch or listen to new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Transmission is a Modo Energy production. Your host is Wendel Hortop - Head of AustraliaModo Energy helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage understand the market — and make the most out of their assets. Want all the latest power market news? Sign up for our free Weekly Dispatch newsletter:https://bit.ly/TheWeeklyDispatchChapters0:00 Introduction — the hospital generator analogy1:45 Guest intro: Jérémie Yvon and Neoen Australia4:30 NEM vs WEM: how battery economics differ8:30 Hornsdale: from proof of concept to system services11:30 NEM design — volatility and five-minute trading14:00 WEM design — capacity market mechanics17:00 Revenue compression in ancillary services20:30 How Neoen builds optimisation capabilities in-house23:00 Battery + wind firming: delivering baseload renewables25:30 Virtual battery products explained29:00 Risk management for firm products32:00 Solar cannibalisation and price suppression38:00 Long-duration storage pipeline44:00 Rate of change of frequency (RoCoF) services47:00 Are batteries now the cheapest system service provider?50:00 Contrarian view: what the market is getting wrong51:39 Wrap-upModo Energy | modoenergy.com

Australia has built one of the world's most competitive battery storage markets — and it got there faster than almost anywhere else on the planet. What started as an experiment in South Australia in 2017 has grown into a mature, multi-gigawatt industry that is now redefining what grid-scale batteries can do.In this episode of Transmission, host Wendel Hortop sits down with Jérémie Yvon, Head of Energy Management at Neoen Australia, to explore how one of the country's largest renewable energy companies is navigating the rapidly evolving battery landscape across both the National Electricity Market (NEM) and the Western Australian Electricity Market (WEM). They cover the maturation of the Australian battery market, how Neoen structures battery revenue across two very different market designs, the rise of virtual batteries and firm renewable PPAs, long-duration storage investment, and why Jérémie believes battery oversupply is a credible - and under appreciated - risk.You can watch or listen to new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Transmission is a Modo Energy production. Your host is Wendel Hortop - Head of AustraliaModo Energy helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage understand the market — and make the most out of their assets. Want all the latest power market news? Sign up for our free Weekly Dispatch newsletter:https://bit.ly/TheWeeklyDispatchChapters0:00 Introduction — the hospital generator analogy1:45 Guest intro: Jérémie Yvon and Neoen Australia4:30 NEM vs WEM: how battery economics differ8:30 Hornsdale: from proof of concept to system services11:30 NEM design — volatility and five-minute trading14:00 WEM design — capacity market mechanics17:00 Revenue compression in ancillary services20:30 How Neoen builds optimisation capabilities in-house23:00 Battery + wind firming: delivering baseload renewables25:30 Virtual battery products explained29:00 Risk management for firm products32:00 Solar cannibalisation and price suppression38:00 Long-duration storage pipeline44:00 Rate of change of frequency (RoCoF) services47:00 Are batteries now the cheapest system service provider?50:00 Contrarian view: what the market is getting wrong51:39 Wrap-upModo Energy | modoenergy.com

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Schoof, former counterintelligence specialist and now ICF Master Certified Coach, to explore what leaders can do when the strategies that once made them successful suddenly stop working. During our time together, we discuss:What a “metacrisis” actually feels like for leaders today why many are experiencing a growing sense of existential unease.Why the old maps are failing and early warning signs that a leader is stuck in outdated patternsThe Pivot Methodology: a framework for making a 45-degree shift — not a 180 — to create space for curiosity, emergence, sense‑making, and creativity.How to tap into new and additional forms of intelligenceHonoring past success without becoming trapped by it Why curiosity and humility are now leadership superpowersHow leaders can move from time management to energy managementHow culture gets shaped by what leaders pay attention to, ignore, reinforce, or shut down — and how psychological safety determines creativity and adaptability.How to influence upward.If you are interested in learning more from Dave:Connect with him on LinkedInVisit daveschoof.com for articles, resources, and his newsletter

If you're a high performer, leader, or founder… chances are your calendar is stacked, your brain is overloaded, and you're trying to ‘push through' like that's the job.Today's guest, Clint Rahe, former Royal Air Force PTI turned executive coach and author of The Cognitive Athleteworks with C-suite leaders who should be in their peak years… but instead are burnt out, exhausted, and running on empty.In this episode, you'll learn how to sustain high performance without paying for it with your health, your focus, or your family.We're breaking down cognitive periodizationhow to create seasons in business how to use micro-recovery to reduce stress between meetings, how to protect deep work, and how to set boundaries that actually stick. Key takeaways-Knowledge workers as cognitive athletes (and why overload kills learning)-Burnout at the top: why leaders hit their “peak years” exhausted-Cognitive periodization: creating “seasons” in business where none exist-Recovery that actually works (micro-breaks, active recovery, energy resets)-The “letdown effect” (why people get sick right after pressure ends)-Energy management vs. time management-Saying no strategically (deep work vs shallow work)-Practical leadership habits: 15-minute daily planning + end-of-day review-Meeting hygiene: 25-min meetings, breaks, and better transitions-Circadian rhythms + scheduling work that fits your energyLinks & resources mentioned-Clint's website: thecognitiveathlete.com.au-Clint on LinkedIn (best place to connect)-Clint's weekly newsletter (Wednesdays)Clint's podcast (short episodes, Mondays)-Book: The Cognitive Athlete (US availability mentioned as Feb 27 on Amazon)-Microsoft Human Factors Lab research mentioned (EEG + breaks between meetings)-Amazon meeting practice referenced (reading memo at start)#GrowthReady #HighPerformance #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveCoach #BurnoutRecovery #ProductivityHacks Send a textSupport the showConnect with Steve Mellor Stay connected and keep growing with Steve: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mellor-cc/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachstevemellor Book Steve to speak at your next event → www.stevemellorspeaks.com Support the GrowthReady Podcast by leaving a 5-star rating → Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growthready-podcast/id1406082163 Connect with GrowthReady Join the community and keep your growth journey going: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearegrowthready/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/growthreadypodcast/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/growthreadywithcoachstevemellor Official Website - https://growthready.com/ ---- This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via ...

This week on a replay episode, Traci welcomes Bianca Best to discuss what actually stops burnout and why values alignment matters more than sleep, exercise, or vitamins.Bianca Best is a globally recognized speaker, author, and strategist whose career includes collaborations with Google, Amazon, Deloitte, Barclays, and Unilever. She's dedicated to empowering professionals to achieve extraordinary results without sacrificing their health or happiness. Her book Big Impact Without Burnout offers actionable strategies to help leaders align purpose with performance while thriving sustainably.(00:00) Meet Bianca and What This Episode Is Really About(03:11) From Side Hustle to Entrepreneurship: How the Burnout Cycle Started(08:14) Why Your Last Burnout Happened in 2015—And What Changed(10:30) The Missing Piece Nobody Talks About(15:10) That Feeling in Your Gut That Something's Wrong(22:08) Energy Management as Your Foundation(24:16) Why Where You Work Actually Matters(26:24) How Gender Changes the Burnout Equation(30:32) What the Workforce Is About to Look Like(34:27) The One Question That Changes Everything About Your CareerThis conversation will change how you think about your career, your values, and what burnout really costs you. If you're feeling stuck between ambition and exhaustion, this is for you. Connect with Bianca Best: Website: BiancaBest.com  Book: Big Impact Without Burnout (endorsed by Arianna Huffington)Connect with Traci: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen. Share this with someone on your team who's running on empty.Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products or services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares 10 (plus a bonus!) effective strategies to help you break free from overwhelm and regain your sense of calm and control. Drawing from her experience as a procrastination coach and her work with Success Lab members, Dr. Christine Li walks you through practical tips—including understanding what overwhelm really is, taking action in small steps, practicing self-compassion, leveraging meditation and tapping, connecting with supportive groups, and even bringing more fun into your routine! Whether you're juggling too many responsibilities or just feeling stuck, you'll find actionable ideas to help you reset and move forward with confidence.Timestamps00:00:00 – 00:01:12: Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode and shares personal feelings of overwhelm.00:01:32 – 00:02:13: Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and her approach.00:02:14 – 00:03:25: Explains why the topic was chosen; introduces first tip about understanding overwhelm.00:03:25 – 00:04:47: Focus on what you can control.00:04:48 – 00:06:57: Calling back your energy and maintaining boundaries.00:06:57 – 00:08:32: Take action with small steps.00:08:32 – 00:09:23: Make a clear plan.00:09:24 – 00:10:12: Practice grace and self-compassion.00:10:13 – 00:12:30: Use tapping and meditation for stress relief.00:13:37 – 00:14:19: Celebrate small actions and progress.00:14:19 – 00:16:57: Shorten the gap between decision and action.00:16:57 – 00:19:13: Overwhelm is a signal, not a solution; connect with supportive groups.00:19:14 – 00:19:48: Bonus tip: bring more fun into your process.00:19:49 – end: Recap, encouragement, and how to get the free download.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/winningTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

In episode 559 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers explore how memes shape durable game ideas, why performance work becomes its own kind of design problem, and how staying fed and functional matters just as much as clean code. They dig into the flexible strengths of GameMaker, the realities of handling thousands of on-screen dudes, and the surprising ways personal life and development collide. It's a mix of practical insight, odd tangents, and classic Bscotch brain-noodling for anyone making games.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:18 Introduction and Welcome01:21 (Listener Question) Exploring the Meme Concept in Game Design08:10 The Nature of Memes and Their Longevity16:33 (Listener Question) Game Mechanics and Performance Optimization 28:35 (Listener Question) Nutrition and Energy Management for Game Developers43:53 (Listener Question) GameMaker's Underrated FeaturesTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, we're joined by Time Management Coach and Author Lori Oberbroeckling to debunk the myth that you have to choose between a thriving career and a present family life. As the author of Secrets of Supermom, Lori reveals how to lead with unshakeable presence by mastering your personal capacity rather than just your calendar.Tune in to learn:Why we often run out of energy long before we run out of time and how to use that knowledge to pace yourself through your many roles.The secrets to scaling your impact across corporate, entrepreneurial, and family life without hitting a state of total depletion.How to identify your personal energy bleeds, blocks, and boosts through a proactive audit so you can work during your peak states.Practical ways to set brave boundaries that protect your joy and implement a morning routine that grounds your entire day.It's time to move from the exhaustion of a reactive yes culture to owning your authority with an intentional leadership style!Free Gift: Energy Focus Planning Starter KitFinally feel motivated again — not because you're forcing it,but because you're working with your natural energy instead of against it!Lori's Giveaway Contribution: Secrets of Supermom BookIf you have searched every motherhood book and all the parenting books, but are ready for one that actually works, look no further. Whether you want to get more done, conquer a big goal, increase your happiness and confidence, or become your very best self, the secrets in this book can help you achieve it. You want to feel like you are serving your family, serving your team, and serving yourself all in the best way you know how. Without guilt. Without apology.Connect with Lori: Website | Podcast | Instagram---Enter the Book Launch Celebration Giveaway!

In this special episode, Morgan brings his fiancée Simona on the podcast for the very first time to have a raw, unfiltered conversation about relationships, masculine and feminine energy, leadership in love, and why they believe fighting with your partner is a red flag. They share their personal frameworks for communication, the controversial take that unconditional love doesn't exist in romance, and practical tools like the "Shit Sandwich" for keeping your relationship healthy.Episode Timestamps0:00 Trailer0:48 Introduction: Meet Simona2:08 How Morgan and Simona Met3:50 The First Date That Changed Everything6:40 Diving Into Relationship Questions8:07 Why Fighting in a Relationship Is a Red Flag9:01 The Scuba Diving Analogy for Conflict10:21 Energy Management in Relationships11:11 The 51/49 Rule: Who Leads?15:06 Leadership in a Relationship18:15 Why "Happy Wife Happy Life" Is Wrong19:21 Feminine Tests and the Need for Safety20:05 The Independent Woman Trap & Self-Sabotage21:26 Should Your Partner Be Your Best Friend?23:11 Masculine and Feminine Energy Roles24:14 Why Their Relationship Is Easy25:23 Stop Trying to Change Your Partner27:03 Values Alignment: The Real Key29:30 Personal Values vs Relationship Values32:05 Relationships Are Leadership33:07 The Feminine Wants to Be Led35:08 Money, Ambition and Providing for Your Family38:23 What If Both Partners Have 9 to 5 Jobs?39:50 Life Is a Game, Start Playing43:20 Is Love Enough in a Relationship?44:37 The "Shit Sandwich" Communication Tool50:04 Never Make Assumptions53:25 Does Unconditional Love Exist?59:36 What Makes a Relationship Easy: Being Whole1:00:34 The Three U's Every Woman Needs1:03:34 The Three C's Men Don't Want1:09:51 Chicken or Egg: Who Goes First?1:13:19 Audience Q&A: How Did You Know She Was The One?1:16:07 The Proposal Story: Lapland, Sickness and Priorities1:20:02 Was Simona Financially Independent?1:21:04 Do You Need a Successful Partner to Attract One?1:25:29 Look for Behavior Not Results1:27:07 Want a Volume 2? Let Us Know1:28:12 Advice to Her 18-Year-Old SelfAbout SimonaOriginally from Lithuania, Simona is Morgan's fiancée and the mother of their son Koa. A former sales professional with a military background, she brings a unique perspective on personal growth, surrender, and the balance of masculine and feminine energy in relationships. This is her first-ever podcast appearance.Connect with Simonahttps://www.instagram.com/simonaberenyte/Connect with Mehttps://www.youtube.com/@morgantnelsonhttps://www.instagram.com/morgantnelson

What if “eating the frog” just doesn't work when your day starts with lost shoes, spilled cereal, and three meltdowns before 7 AM? In this episode of The Secrets of Supermom Show, we're unpacking the popular productivity strategy from Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy — and exploring why this approach often falls flat for busy moms.Discover why “do the hardest thing first” isn't always realistic, how to reframe your tasks based on energy and capacity, and smart ways to adapt this tool for real life with children, careers, and chaos.Part 4 of our series: What If You're Not the Problem? Productivity Systems Not Built for You (And How Moms Can Make Them Work)Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected! Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com! Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.com Secrets of Supermom on Facebook Secrets of Supermom on Instagram