Struggling to find balance in your life and achieve your goals? Join Erika De Pellegrin on The Balance Theory, a self development podcast packed with actionable strategies to build confidence, crush your goals, unlock the life you want and transform your mindset in the process.
As a lawyer who’s conquered burnout, she shares powerful tips on self-growth, productivity, and unlocking your true potential—without the guilt, overwhelm & stress that comes from trying to juggle different areas of life. The Balance Theory is a powerful approach to reframing life balance, so you can build the life you are dreaming of without compromising what matters most.
Join us weekly for practical and personal tools and insights to help find your unique balance, to be inspired by guests like Kayla Itsines, Kelsey Wells, Steph Claire Smith, Laura Henshaw, KIC Founders, Sarah Davidson, Chontel Duncan, Georgie Stevenson and more.
Tune in to break through barriers and start living the life you deserve!
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Struggling to find balance in your life and achieve your goals? Join Erika De Pellegrin on The Balance Theory, a self development podcast packed with actionable strategies to build confidence, crush your goals, unlock the life you want and transform your mindset in the process.
As a lawyer who’s conquered burnout, she shares powerful tips on self-growth, productivity, and unlocking your true potential—without the guilt, overwhelm & stress that comes from trying to juggle different areas of life. The Balance Theory is a powerful approach to reframing life balance, so you can build the life you are dreaming of without compromising what matters most.
Join us weekly for practical and personal tools and insights to help find your unique balance, to be inspired by guests like Kayla Itsines, Kelsey Wells, Steph Claire Smith, Laura Henshaw, KIC Founders, Sarah Davidson, Chontel Duncan, Georgie Stevenson and more.
Tune in to break through barriers and start living the life you deserve!
Spotify Playlists:
Head on over and connect with us on our TikTok, YouTube & Instagram!
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “who am I without my job?” or felt your identity slipping when a relationship ends… this episode is going to hit home.
Today I’m joined by Twinkle Stanly, content creator, speaker, and the woman behind one of the most relatable pivots online right now. We dive deep into what it actually feels like to walk away from a life that looks “fine” on paper, but no longer feels aligned.
If you’ve been questioning your path, feeling disconnected from who you are, or stuck between wanting more and not knowing where to begin -this conversation will help you find clarity, confidence, and your true identity again.
In this episode, we unpack:
💭 Leaving a job you didn’t hate - but still knowing you’re meant for more
💭 Why so many women tie their identity to job titles, achievements or relationships
💭 Finding the courage to pivot without proof that it will work out
💭 The fear of losing your labels and rebuilding who you are without them
💭 Why your niche is YOU (and why overthinking it keeps you stuck)
💭 How to detach from people’s opinions and trust your inner knowing
💭 Spiritual vs strategic confidence and the mindset that gets you moving again
Whether you’re going through a transition, craving reinvention, or trying to reconnect with yourself… this episode will remind you that you are allowed to choose a new life, even if the old one wasn’t “bad.”
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TIME STAMPS
(01:14) You didn’t hate your job, but you still quit?
(05:14) How did you get the confidence to post your first video?
(08:14) This should be your niche
(11:44) My identity being tied to a relationship
(13:18) I’m good at rejecting people’s opinion of me
(15:59) Advice for people wanting to have more abundant thoughts
(18:47) Losing yourself to relationships
(20:16) What are you not prepared to settle for?
(28:29) Social Media Addiction
(33:39) Stop relying on ChatGPT
(40:12) Is success spiritual or strategic?
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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We all go through seasons where life changes, again and again. Whether it’s becoming a parent, finding confidence, learning about money or figuring out who you are beyond your career, this conversation with Kayla Itsines dives deep into what her evolution has really looked like.
From finding confidence on stage and handling online negativity, to postpartum recovery and redefining balance between pregnancy, post partum, being online, fitness, family, and wealth - Kayla opens up in a way she never has before.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m trying to find myself again” or felt like your confidence disappeared somewhere along the way… this episode will remind you it’s never gone, it just needs to be rebuilt in this new season of life, along with some personal insights into Kayla’s own journey.
#KaylaItsines #Confidence #Reinvention #TheBalanceTheory #PostpartumJourney #SelfGrowth #LifeChange #Motherhood #FitnessMotivation #FindingYourself
TIME STAMPS
(01:37) Introduction
(02:51) Confidence to be on stage?
(06:27) Dealing with negativity online
(10:17) Kayla has never shared this…
(16:07) Honest recovery from pregnancy
(21:57) “Bounce back”?
(25:10) What do men get wrong with advising fitness in pregnancy?
(27:37) How have you diversified your wealth?
(29:47) The “Kayla Tax”
(31:45) If we removed fitness from your life, what would you be doing?
(34:35) Confidence in the gym
(36:03) Do you think we need to parent boys and girls differently?
(40:07) Raising kids different to the previous generation?
(43:45) Rapid Fire Qs
📸 Connect with our guest on IG here
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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In a world where AI is evolving faster than our job titles, staying relevant is no longer optional, it’s survival. In this powerful conversation, Maha Abouelenein, a global communications strategist who’s worked with Gary Vee, Google, Netflix, and even the Prime Minister of Egypt, reveals what it truly takes to stay valuable, confident, and irreplaceable in the modern world.
🎙️ We unpack:
If you’ve ever felt like your skills are expiring, this episode will reignite your edge and remind you that your ability to communicate, adapt, and connect is your greatest competitive advantage.
TIME STAMPS
(01:33) Introduction
(03:33) What does it actually mean to be self reliant?
(08:33) How do we stop waiting for what we want?
(13:33) How to do a Time audit of your life
(15:06) How to manage my time?
(21:17) How did you work with the Prime Minister of Egypt
(27:33) The SECRET to opening doors for yoursel
(28:40) How do you create value in your networks? JOB or BUSINESS!
(35:43) Why do you need to network if you have a stable job?
(40:07) How do you craft a one liner about yourself?
(46:33) Bringing Netflix to MENA
(51:03) 7 rules of Self Reliance
Connect with Maha
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Thinking about leaving your 9–5 but not sure where to start? 💭
In this episode, Erika sits down with Erim Kaur, entrepreneur, influencer, and founder of BY ERIM, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from scratch and whether entrepreneurship is actually right for you.
From getting fired eight times to building a global haircare brand, Erim shares the honest truth about the entrepreneurial journey, from finding your purpose to knowing when to take the leap.
✨ In this episode:
– How to know if you’re meant for a 9–5 or ready to start your own business
– The mindset difference between entrepreneurs and careerists
– How Erim turned rejection and loss into her purpose
– Why she’s 50/50 about having an online (influencer) personality and whether you should too
– How to decide what kind of business to start
– The story behind BY ERIM and its powerful meaning
** Bonus Segment: Hair Tips & Healthy Hair Secrets - whether you’re in your postpartum journey, struggling with hair quality, or just curious about her signature hair oil, these tips are not to be missed.
💡 If you’ve ever wondered whether to stay in your stable job or take the leap into your dream business, this conversation will give you inspiration and insight into how Erim found the clarity, courage, and perspective to make her next move, to inspire you to take yours.
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🎁 Use BALANCE10 for 10% off at BYERIM
TIME STAMPS
(01:13) Introduction
(05:15) Advice for starting a YouTube Channel
(07:34) Behind the scenes of successful YT Channel
(10:41) The true meaning of productivity everyday
(12:44) The Balance Theory explained
(14:31) New way to manage your to-Do Lists
(17:05) How motherhood has changed productivity
(22:59) 2 min rule to save 20 hours a week
(25:06) Tips for procrastination
(27:29) Struggling with surrendering / control
(29:59) Is AI good for productivity or are we cheating by using it?
(32:54) MUST USE AI Apps you didn’t know about
(38:48) Why I don’t tell people what I’ve achieved anymore
❤️ If you loved this episode, check out this one next!
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Life not going to plan? Sick of things not working out the way you imagined?
Here’s the truth: your “perfect plan” will fail. But that doesn’t mean you will.
In this powerful conversation with Amina, we break down the myths of control, why obsessing over the “perfect path” keeps you stuck, and how to actually win when life takes unexpected turns.
🔑 What You’ll Learn
From career shifts and finding balance at work, to redefining productivity and embracing motherhood’s lessons, Amina shares hard-won insights that will challenge your assumptions and open your eyes to a new way forward.
If you’ve ever felt frustrated, stuck, or like you’re constantly “behind” in life — this episode is for you.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
TIME STAMPS
(01:13) Introduction
(05:15) Advice for starting a YouTube Channel
(07:34) Behind the scenes of successful YT Channel
(10:41) The true meaning of productivity everyday
(12:44) The Balance Theory explained
(14:31) New way to manage your to-Do Lists
(17:05) How motherhood has changed productivity
(22:59) 2 min rule to save 20 hours a week
(25:06) Tips for procrastination
(27:29) Struggling with surrendering / control
(29:59) Is AI good for productivity or are we cheating by using it?
(32:54) MUST USE AI Apps you didn’t know about
(38:48) Why I don’t tell people what I’ve achieved anymore
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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If you keep feeling drained in your relationships — like you're giving more than you get — this episode will shift everything.
Whether it’s friendships, family, or your partner, there’s one powerful mindset that can help you protect your energy, create emotional balance, and stop feeling responsible for everyone else’s reactions or effort.
💭 In this episode:
– Why some relationships always feel unbalanced
– How to stop over-giving without guilt
– What it means to truly meet people where you are
– The small shifts that create powerful emotional boundaries
If you’ve ever thought:
– "Why am I always the one trying?"
– "I feel so emotionally drained after seeing them."
– "Why don’t they get me?"
…this conversation will empower you to show up with clarity, protect your peace, and build healthier connections.
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
#relationships #boundaries #selfdevelopment #mindsetshift #emotionalhealth #balance
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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High-performing women know how to hustle — but what happens when that constant push starts blocking the very life you want?
In this powerful conversation with Nadia Zaal — mother, entrepreneur, and leader, we explore why ambitious women secretly struggle to access their feminine energy. We unpack the hidden blocks that keep us in overdrive, the stigma around slowing down, and how learning to let go can actually open the doors to deeper success, balance, and fulfillment.
🔑 We chat:
If you’ve ever felt like you can’t switch off, that surrender equals weakness, or that you’re “too busy to relax", this episode is for you.
🌸 True success isn’t about doing more ... it’s about being aligned.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
TIME STAMPS
(01:14) Introduction
(06:44) Don’t start a business at THIS moment
(09:48) Does balance exist for you?
(11:22) What did you unlearn?
(14:53) Your masculine energy is ruining your fertility
(26:25) How has motherhood changed the way you show up in business?
(33:04) Why the education system is failing our children
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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The birth you wanted vs. the birth you got ... For so many mums, that gap is filled with disappointment, guilt, and even grief.
In this deeply honest conversation, we share our own birth stories — from placenta previa and breech presentations, to unexpected C-sections and the heavy judgments that followed. We open up about the stigma, the shame, and the heartbreak of a birth that doesn’t go the way you imagined… and how to begin healing from it.
Whether you had an unwanted C-section, felt robbed of the birth you dreamed of, or are struggling to reframe the disappointment — this episode will remind you that you are not alone.
What You’ll Learn
🤍 If you’ve ever felt let down by your birth experience — this conversation is for you. You didn’t fail. And you are not alone.
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TIME STAMPS
(00:00) introduction
(00:35) Georgie’s Birth Story
(06:30) Erika’s Birth Story
(07:25) Coming to terms with having a C-section (judgments, stigma, disapointments etc)
(13:50) Reframing disappointment
(19:28) Intention with postpartum
(26:00) Advice to high performers for ‘just being a mum’ emotions
(29:57) Advice for mums postpartum
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or like life just isn’t moving forward — this episode is for you.
In just a few minutes, I’ll share one powerful question that can completely shift your mindset, spark self-accountability, and reignite momentum in your life. No fluff, no long-winded pep talks — just a simple but confronting reflection that can change everything.
✨ In this episode:
– Why you might feel like nothing is changing
– The difference between wanting goals and showing up for them
– How to reconnect with your drive and purpose
– A question that cuts through the noise and gets you focused
Whether you're waiting for motivation, clarity, or a breakthrough — start here. Sometimes, all it takes is one question to realign and reset.
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Are you settling without even realising it? 💭
So many of us hold back from asking for what we truly want - in life, love, and business, and end up living smaller than we deserve. This episode will open your eyes to the hidden reasons why you never get what you want … and the mindset shifts you need to finally change that.
✨ Inside this conversation, we unpack:
* How to build the confidence to create life on your own terms
* Breaking free from tying your worth to your output
* What it means if you’re living someone else’s life
* How to ask for what you want without guilt
* The truth about standards, money, and relationships (yes, we talk about the “if he was broke, I wouldn’t choose him” moment 👀)
* Why success isn’t about working harder and how to create financial freedom
* Becoming your own backup plan (so you never feel trapped again)
This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, “fine where they are,” or afraid to ask for more - consider this the sign you’ve been waiting for.
🔑 You deserve more. You deserve a life that feels yours. And it all starts here.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
TIME STAMPS
(01:00) Introduction
(03:04) How do you find the confidence to create life on your own terms?
(09:15) How did you get over your worth being tied to your output?
(12:08) What if you’re living someone else’s life?
(16:03) How do you ask for what you want (guilt free)?
(18:56) If he was broke, I wouldn’t choose him
(31:19) The biggest unlock for financial and business success
(33:03) How did you make your first 10k?
(35:25) How to be your own backup plan
(40:35) Why is making more $ not about working harder?
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Still waiting to “feel motivated” before making a change? In this powerful conversation with Tracy Harmoush, we reveal why motivation is overrated and the real skill you need to create lasting change in your life.
If you’ve ever started strong only to fall off track, struggled with discipline, or felt stuck chasing your goals, this episode will flip the way you think about success forever. Tracy shares her proven approach to building unshakable discipline, creating freedom through structure, and shifting your mindset so you can finally achieve what you want, without relying on fleeting bursts of motivation.
💡 You can expect:
If you’re ready to stop starting over and start building a life you can be proud of, this podcast is for you!
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
TIME STAMPS
(01:24) Introduction
(03:00) What is mindset?
(05:44) How do you work out your mindset?
(12:04) What did you have to unlearn?
(14:46) What do people get wrong when it comes to discipline?
(16:48) What role does motivation play?
(23:43) Balancing wanting to be traditional woman and a boss woman
(31:24) Why do we label THESE relationships as “toxic”?
(41:51) Dealing with friction from just being, rather than doing
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Feeling stuck? Waiting for the “right time” to finally start living your life?
This episode is the sign you’ve been waiting for. This video will gift you a powerful mindset shift that will change the course of your life … without needing a grand plan or perfect timing.
🎯 If you’ve been:
– Feeling lost, unmotivated, or delayed in life
– Waiting for clarity or the perfect moment to act
– Craving a reset or mindset boost
...this is your sign.
All you need is 2 minutes. Today’s the day everything changes.
Episode with Georgie Stevenson
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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What if being self-aware isn’t enough to be the parent you want to be?
In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by clinical psychologist and parenting expert Dr. Saliha Afridi to explore the often overlooked connection between self-awareness and conscious parenting.
Whether you’re a current or future parent who’s done the inner work — or you’re just beginning your self-development journey — this conversation will give you practical tools, powerful insights, and a deeper understanding of how to raise emotionally resilient, self-aware kids. And some of the tips are NOT what you would expect!
We cover: → When and how to start teaching self-awareness → The biggest mistake even mindful parents make → Tech, toddlers, and what actually harms your child’s brain → The parenting style that builds confident, grounded humans → Why your personal healing does impact your kids — and how to use it wisely
👶 This one’s for parents who want to break cycles, raise better humans, and stay true to themselves in the process.
Previous episode with Dr Saliha
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TIME STAMPS
(00:00) Introduction
(03:56) When and how do we start teaching our kids self awareness?
(10:51) Being a parent is not a role, it’s an archetype
(13:33) Can we lose ourselves to parenthood?
(17:53) Can we help children have NO limiting beliefs?
(19:17) Social Media use with kids
(25:20) The Super Peer parents have to deal with
(28:40) Should you let your toddler watch TV?
(35:13) 3 parenting styles + the one you SHOULD adopt
(50:45) The most harmful thing to kids
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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If you've ever felt lost, stuck, or like you're falling behind because you haven’t “found your purpose,” this episode is for you. In this powerful conversation with Rhea Jacobs, we unpack the real truth about purpose — and why the pressure to find it might be what’s holding you back.
👉 You’ll discover:
Whether you’re in a season of uncertainty or looking to realign with what really matters, this episode will shift your mindset and help you move forward with confidence.
🧠 This isn’t your typical “find your why” chat — it’s a deep, real, and refreshing take on purpose.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
🎥 Previous Episodes - First Episode and Second Episode
TIME STAMPS
(00:00) Introduction
(04:00) Is purpose one thing we need to define?
(08:27) Practical Exercise to find your purpose
(10:10) What if my purpose isn’t something grand for the whole world?
(11:50) 4 personality types that dictates your purpose
(16:50) How do you keep or find your purpose whilst you’re growing / changing
(19:14) What did you do when you identified a purpose you had to part with?
(23:56) What can Ancient Traditions teach us about purpose?
(27:56) What does science have to say about purpose?
(32:05) How do you deal with fear in purpose?
(36:20) One take away for listeners
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
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▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
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Welcome to Day 5 of your 5-Day Life Audit.
his series is designed to help you pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters — so you can move forward with clarity and intention.
In today’s episode, we’re focusing on:
👉 Pulling together everything from the past four days to create a powerful, personalized action plan — one that aligns with your core values, vision, and next chapter.
You’ll walk away with:
– Clear prompts to reflect on your daily reality
– A simple action step to reset or improve
– A mindset shift to support long-term change
This is more than a productivity check-in — it’s a realignment with who you’re becoming.
📌 Missed a day? Start from the beginning here
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Welcome to Day 4 of your 5-Day Life Audit.
This series is designed to help you pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters — so you can move forward with clarity and intention.
In today’s episode, we’re focusing on:
👉 Taking inventory of your physical environment — and how it’s either supporting or sabotaging your energy. You’ll be challenged to refresh your space so it reflects the clarity, focus, or peace you want to create.
You’ll walk away with:
– Clear prompts to reflect on your daily reality
– A simple action step to reset or improve
– A mindset shift to support long-term change
This is more than a productivity check-in — it’s a realignment with who you’re becoming.
📌 Missed a day? Start from the beginning here
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Welcome to Day 3 of your 5-Day Life Audit.
This series is designed to help you pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters — so you can move forward with clarity and intention.
In today’s episode, we’re focusing on:
👉 Evaluating what (and who) you consume daily — from social media to conversations — and intentionally curating inputs that uplift, inspire, and align with the version of you that you’re stepping into.
You’ll walk away with:
– Clear prompts to reflect on your daily reality
– A simple action step to reset or improve
– A mindset shift to support long-term change
This is more than a productivity check-in — it’s a realignment with who you’re becoming.
📌 Missed a day? Start from the beginning here.
MORE EPS ON SETTING BOUNDARIES:
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Welcome to Day 2 of your 5-Day Life Audit.
This series is designed to help you pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters — so you can move forward with clarity and intention.
In today’s episode, we’re focusing on:
👉 Taking a deep look at your current habits — which ones support your growth, and which ones might be silently holding you back. You’ll leave with simple steps to reinforce the good and gently release the rest.
You’ll walk away with:
– Clear prompts to reflect on your daily reality– A simple action step to reset or improve– A mindset shift to support long-term change
This is more than a productivity check-in — it’s a realignment with who you’re becoming.
📌 Missed Day 1? Start from the beginning here
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Welcome to Day 1 of your 5-Day Life Audit.
This 5 day miniseries is designed to help you pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters — so you can move forward with clarity and intention.
In today’s episode, we’re focusing on:
👉 Identifying and upgrading the personal systems that are (or aren’t) helping you show up for your goals — from your morning routine to your digital clutter.
You’ll walk away with:
– Clear prompts to reflect on your daily reality
– A simple action step to reset or improve
– A mindset shift to support long-term change
This is more than a productivity check-in — it’s a realignment with who you’re becoming.
Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss the next 4 days to complete the Life Audit with us!
5 Systems Video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/4HuZpohdUWY
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
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Want to feel more confident in your everyday life, work, or relationships?
In this special compilation episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful confidence lessons shared by past guests — insights that I wish I heard years ago. These aren’t your typical surface-level tips. Each one is a mindset shift that quietly changes everything.
Whether you struggle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or just want to show up more powerfully, these guest moments will help you build real, lasting confidence from the inside out.
🔑 In this episode, you’ll hear:
🎧 These are 5 standout moments you’ll want to revisit anytime you need a boost.
TIME STAMPS
(00:00) Lesson 1 - Saana
(05:03) Lesson 2 - Nimi
(10:10) Lesson 3 - Ellie
(13:34) Lesson 4 - Sureena
(17:19) Lesson 5 - Davina
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!
RESOURCES
▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon
▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge
LET’S BE FRIENDS
MY FAVOURITE STUFF
💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial
🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.