Overwhelm is Optional

Overwhelm is Optional

The podcast for hard working professionals who want their life back. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional podcast where each week we find ways to gently rebel against the nonsense that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay to have the life you want. Heidi Marke is a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster & Author. Thank you to purpleplanet.com for the music.

Episodes

November 29, 2023 19 mins

You know that feeling of being perpetually overwhelmed? Of feeling like you're constantly on high alert? We've all been there. Welcome, fellow life-rebels, to the Overwhelms Optional Podcast, the space where we challenge the norm of pushing through stress and exhaustion. But how do we practically manage this feeling of overwhelm? Well, it begins with acknowledging its presence and setting the intention of being present. 

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The lead up to Christmas can feel particularly challenging when  your life is already overloaded.
What if it's a unique opportunity to create more freedom to be yourself?

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The podcast for hard working professionals who want their life back. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional podcast where each week we find ways to gentl...

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Do you have a life you can only cope with if you get enough sleep?

Or do you have a life where your days are good regardless?



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The podcast for hard working professionals who want their life back. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional podcast where each week we find ways to gently rebel against the nonsense that overwhelm a...

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November 8, 2023 5 mins

 Together, let's rebel gently against burnout.

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The podcast for hard working professionals who want their life back. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional podcast where each week we find ways to gently rebel against the nonsense that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay to have the life you want.

Heidi Marke is...

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Are you stuck in an emotional tug-of-war as the seasons change? Join me as I navigate my own Autumn Grief, the mourning that descends as the warmth of summer fades. Find the gifts the season change wishes to bring you.



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This week I’m talking to Laura Haver. Laura is an expert in play, communication and happiness. She is on a mission to inspire people of all ages around the world to live more playful, vibrant and fulfilling lives. She joyfully shares her expertise as an author, speaker, life coach and mom. Her new book is called Play Together: Games & Activities for the Whole Family to Boost Creativity, Connection & Mindfulness. Laura has b...

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Inspired by two pheasants at Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire, I have some questions for you! 


Are you tired of being the panicked pheasant running into a solid hedge? Wouldn't you rather be the cool, professional pheasant that effortlessly finds its way through? 


Find out how to morph from being the panicked pheasant to a professional, efficient one, and reclaim control of your life. Tune in and embark on a journey ...

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I’ve been waking regularly thinking about stripes. 

My mind was very focused on all the things I had to do, all the bookings in my calendar - the black stripes. I noticed that this focusing on the stuff to do felt like pressure and was resulting in feelings of overwhelm that needed to be shifted before I could start my day. 

I wanted to start my day in a lighter way. After all, overwhelm is optional and it’s definitely not ...

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Reflecting on my journey to burnout and bouncing back again, I've realised, maybe a little late in the game, that trying to do it all is not the same as having it all.

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The podcast for hard working professionals who want their life back. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional podcast where each week we find ways to gently rebel...

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Ever felt overwhelmed and craved inner peace and ease? Of course you have - that’s why you’re here! In this week’s episode, I share a heartfelt story from a road trip that led to an epiphany - a profound moment of deep ease, a cocktail of pure gratitude and an overwhelming sense of rightness.


My experiences have led me to understand the beauty and power in committing to finding more ease and joy in life. But the path isn't...

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Do you ever feel like you're running on a hamster wheel, trapped in a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt? This episode's special guest, David Waldy, The Fierce Empathy Coach, has been there too. However, through the power of mentorship and coaching, he transformed his life from a struggling anxiety-ridden phase to a fulfilling journey. His story is a testament to the profound changes that can be achieved with courage, self-r...

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September 13, 2023 22 mins

In this episode, I pull back the curtain on my personal struggles with The Morning Promise - a daily commitment to oneself - and discuss the potential resistance one might face in making this promise. 

Drawing from personal experiences and insights gleaned from my clients, we unravel how to make the morning promise work for you, and how to harness the power of gentle rebellion to reconnect with your softer side, that part ...

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Are you feeling worn out from trying to balance the demands of your career and personal life? Do you find yourself constantly striving for more, pushing yourself to the brink, only to feel overwhelmed and joyless as you neglect your own wellbeing and connections to others? If so, then this episode is your beacon of hope, a call for a revolution in your approach towards life, work and personal fulfilment. 


Welcome to a much-need...

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May this episode inspire you to put yourself first.

Does your daily routine leave you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? What if there was a way you could reclaim your joy and revitalize your life? 

This episode is explores how the habit of prioritising ourselves can lead to a markedly improved life, both personally and professionally. I debunk the falsehood that fatigue and burnout are the inevitable price of suc...

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If you've ever questioned whether it's possible to build a successful life and career without pushing yourself to the point of exhaustion, this episode is for you. I share insights gleaned from my own experiences, the transformative power of asking deep questions, and the importance of seeking support. The centerpiece of this episode is my recent road trip - a testament to the joy of gentle rebellion against exhaustion an...

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Do you believe that overwhelm is a necessary part of achieving your dreams? Let me assure you, it's not. Join me as I read from and expand on, page one of my book: Overwhelm is Optional. Explore the maze of overwhelm, its effects on our lives, and the misconceptions we often harbour about it. I'll share how I've discovered at 55 that life isn't about pushing through exhaustion. Instead, it's about embracing...

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(Apologies for the poor sound this week - skip to next week's if you prefer)

How do you start your day?

Join me in this transformative discussion as we explore setting intentions each morning and how it can drastically change our lives. 

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Are you ready to master the art of having it all without compromising? Ever wondered if you could maintain a high drive for success while also being able to switch off at home and be present with those you love? I did, and discovered that it's not only possible, but crucial.  My gentle rebellion demonstrates that you don't need to give up an essential part of yourself to be successful, and I'll unpack the ways in whi...

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This week we're privileged to have Holly Ostara, author and book coach join us. Holly takes us on a journey, sharing her personal battles with panic disorder and overwhelm, and the systems she created to transform these struggles into her strengths. 

Holly doesn't just write books, she empowers authors across the globe with her unique framework.  She helps entrepreneurs find their voice and communicate confidentl...

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Reflecting on my experiences managing massive crowds at the Glastonbury Festival, I've realised it's a perfect parallel to how we often react to everyday pressures. In emergency situations, we instinctively activate survival mode - remaining calm, clear-minded, and able to act quickly. But when this same system is applied to daily tasks, we can end up feeling overwhelmed, locked into rigid thinking patterns. Could th...

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