The Happy Balance Pod

The Happy Balance Pod

A podcast for those who want to live a more joyful, balanced life.

Episodes

June 7, 2023 β€’ 20 mins

Yikes, 21 Episodes in. Join us for our season one wrap.

In the episode today:
πŸ‘‰ Life update, podcast updates and what's next
πŸ‘‰ Em has just launched a 6-week challenge
πŸ‘‰ Julz is running her last Leadership program of the year
πŸ‘‰ The 'do's and don'ts' of starting a podcast - from your experts πŸ˜…

Links:
Join Em on her 6-Week Reset Challenge starting on 18 June!
Joi...

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Join Julz as she chats with the multi-talented Gorgi Coghlan about all things 'doing the work'. They share their passion for Brene Brown and discuss Gorgi + her husband Simon's new(ish) venture, Bermingham Farm.Β 

In the episode today:
πŸ‘‰ From moonlighting as a Shania Twain tribute to TV presenter - just some of Gorgi's story so far
πŸ‘‰ The importance of understanding your story and doing the wo...

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Today is another quick solo episode but this time with Em, she's back... and discusses the difficulties of returning to everyday life after living in those blissful holiday vibes for a period of time...

πŸ‘‰ Why the trip is only part of the journey
πŸ‘‰ What happens when you're away that helps you relax and reset
πŸ‘‰ How to ensure you bring those vibes home

Let us know your thoughts and share any othe...

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In today's quick solo ep with Julz, she gives us a life update on business, travel and how she does 'the juggle' in her family.Β 

πŸ‘‰ Why Julz doesn't like the term 'work-life balance'
πŸ‘‰ How and why she started her own business
πŸ‘‰ How Julz balances her business with two kids at home
πŸ‘‰ Plans to travel Australia later in the year

As always, if you like this episode, don&apos...

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✨ HER STORY - MELISSA DECARLI ✨

Julz sat down with Melissa to hear some of her story. Melissa is a creative, a photographer, business owner, psychedelic trance music lover, wife, mum and so much more. She talks about her struggles with mental health, an eating disorder, a marriage breakdown and moving cities all before she turned 30. Now remarried and a mum to a gorgeous (almost) 2 year old, Melissa realised that she neede...

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Good morning podcast family! Was it a good morning for you? Did you have a routine this morning?Β 

πŸ‘‰ Whether morning routines are just for wellness junkies
πŸ‘‰ The benefits of cold showers
πŸ‘‰Β  What happens from a physiological perspective when we have cold exposure

We'd love to connect with you
Find us on Instagram @thehappybalancepod
Email us at thehappybalancepod@gmail.com

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On the podcast today we interview the wonderful Dr. Masi Njawaya - who is a sport, exercise & lifestyle physician, a medical doctor, health coach as well as a mum of two, wife, and founder of health and wellness company, Herself Health.

Dr. Masi helps working mums who want to build a successful career, raise a happy family and feel good while doing it. Today we talk all things parental burnout. What it is, how to look ...

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March 28, 2023 β€’ 19 mins

In the last part of our deep and meaningful chat - we talk about:

πŸ‘‰ The importance of journaling (and voice memos!)
πŸ‘‰ Our memorable travel experiences
πŸ‘‰ What's the moment you were most proud of yourself?
πŸ‘‰ What legacy we would like to leave behind.Β 

We hope you enjoyed this D&M series. Let us know what you think.Β 

We'd love to connect with you
Find us on Instagram @thehappybalancep...

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Tough, awkward, challenging conversations. Yuk. We tend to avoid them like the plague. There's a reason for that. But there's more reasons NOT to avoid them - but to tackle them head on instead.

Whether you're leading a team, or just want some tips on how to set boundaries and have challenging conversations with your loved ones, this is a must listen.Β 

In the episode today:
πŸ‘‰ What are tough co...

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We asked, and you said you want more stories from our guests, so - while Em is off galavanting in Antarctica (as you do) we are bringing back one of our fav's...

This is part #2 of our interview with Justine Missen from DreamCave Photography and Film. She has now shot over 100 weddings, is booked out for weddings a year in advance and is one of the most highly sought-out wedding photographers (for non-boring couples) ...

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March 7, 2023 β€’ 27 mins

We're back with Part 2 of our deep and meaningful (D&M) chat - where you'll get our raw, honest answers and opinions to questions we are asking each other.Β 

Here's what's discussed in part 2:
πŸ‘‰ Has Em been hiding a secret relationship?
πŸ‘‰ If tomorrow was your last day, what would be left unsaid?
πŸ‘‰ Has losing someone close to you changed your relationship with your parents?
πŸ‘‰ What ...

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Today is our second motherhood series episode where we sit down with the wonderful Lauretta Hamilton, midwife, birth educator and mum.

Lauretta discusses the importance of not predicting, but preparing for your birth - and the importance of educating and empowering yourself before you walk into your birth space.

There's only so much birth talk you can squeeze into an hour, so consider this a high level, fi...

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February 21, 2023 β€’ 56 mins

Today we talk about the science behind everyday addictions, and what we can start to do about it. If you think you're not addicted to something (coffee, social media, your phone etc), try quitting.

We promise this isn't an all doom and gloom episode - we talk about natural ways of boosting those feel-good hormones, that don't rely on our addictions.

In today's episode:
πŸ‘‰ Why most of us a...

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February 14, 2023 β€’ 22 mins

Ever wonder what it's like to be a fly on the wall in someone's deep and meaningful (D&M) chat? Well, today you can be. We don't do 'small talk'. We even try not to do 'boring talk' (how's work? etc). So, today we thought we would ask each other a series of questions, (without the other knowing what is going to be asked) and just hit record. Over the next few episodes you'll get our ...

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Join us as we chat with epic wedding photographer Justine from DreamCave about how she picked up a camera and started her own business from nothing and is now one of the most sought-after wedding photographers in Victoria.Β 

In today's episode:
πŸ‘‰ How Justine went from Woolclasser to Wedding Photographer
πŸ‘‰ What it's really like starting out in businessΒ 
πŸ‘‰ Practical tips on making your wedding day str...

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Our first listener request is here! Today we chat all things becoming a mum for the first time; the good, the bad, the sleep deprived. Julz opens up and shares her personal story of becoming a mum including two very different birth and newborn experiences with her two kids.

If you're a new mum or dad, or have a loved one who's about to have a baby - give this a listen and let us know what you think!

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January 24, 2023 β€’ 34 mins

Do you love what you do for work?Β  Or are you looking for something more? Today we talk about signs it might be time to call it quits in your job, and how to go about it.Β 

In this episode:
πŸ‘‰ How to identify if it's time to quit your job
πŸ‘‰ Why Julz quit her dream job
πŸ‘‰ Practical tips on making the change

If you're looking for a sign to make the move, this just may be it.Β 

We also w...

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Join us and dietician Kelsey Weight as we discuss our relationship with food, the importance of the gut and diet culture.
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In today's episode:
πŸ‘‰ Why would I use a dietician?
πŸ‘‰ Why diet-culture can be dangerousΒ 
πŸ‘‰ The benefits of intuitive eating
πŸ‘‰ How to help a loved one struggling with food

"We are more bug, than human"
Kelsey Weight, Dietician (APD)
@nurture.nutrition

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We hope you enjoy this episode where Em and Julz sit down to chat all things personal values and our belief systems.Β 

In this episode:
πŸ‘‰ The difference between our values and beliefs
πŸ‘‰ Where our beliefs stem fromΒ 
πŸ‘‰ Why we have the need to be 'liked' by others
πŸ‘‰ How we can shift old beliefs and habits

We'd love to connect with you
Find us on Instagram @thehappybalancepod
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This is Part Two, of our two part discussion with Dr. Katie Arfa, Health Psychologist. If you missed the first episode, go back and listen to that one first.Β 

In this episode:
πŸ‘‰ What is Stress?
πŸ‘‰ What does Stress do to us?

Dr Becky Kennedy
Instagram: @drbeckyatgoodinside

Why Zebra's Don't get Ulcers
Stress - Portrait of a Killer

Dr Katie Arfa - www.drkatiearfa.com

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