In this engaging episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Balanceology co-founder Jayne Morris welcomes Michael Heppell, the celebrated author of nine books and seasoned motivational speaker. They delve into the pervasive issue of under-appreciation and burnout within teams of all sizes. Michael shares invaluable insights from his experience, including practical strategies for self-recognition, appreciating others, and managing personal and organisational culture challenges.

Highlights include the importance of small wins (or 'swins'), the powerful practice of gratitude, and effective communication techniques such as 'See, Smile, Say Hello.' Michael also discusses his latest book and offers actionable advice for maintaining mental well-being and enhancing interpersonal interactions. This episode is a treasure trove of life hacks and motivational tips designed to uplift and energise listeners.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:52 Defining Under-Appreciation
04:12 The Top Three Referability Habits
05:58 The Power of Recognition
14:59 Celebrating Small Wins
18:06 Turning Off the TV During Meals
18:56 Cultural Practices Around Food
21:07 The Power of Small Wins
23:02 Redefining Customer Service
25:59 The Importance of Presence and Intuition
29:06 The Benefits of Cold Showers
31:01 Creating Space for Yourself
32:37 Learning to Say No
33:23 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, host Jayne Morris interviews Noomi Melchior Natan, an internationally experienced leadership coach and author. They discuss the transformative power of journaling, the concept of 'teeny tiny tweaks' for personal growth, and practical tips for preventing and recovering from burnout. Noomi also shares insights from her book, offering a fresh perspective on how structured journaling can help break negative thinking patterns and promote mental wellbeing.

01:02 Meet Noomi Melchior Natan

01:56 The Power of Journaling

04:02 Noomi's Journey with Journaling

05:47 Breaking Thinking Loops with Journaling

08:01 Practical Tips for Effective Journaling

17:17 Teeny Tiny Tweaks for Big Changes

20:04 Burnout Awareness and Prevention

28:55 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Useful links:

Website: www.noominatan.com

Journaling Worth Doing: https://mybook.to/journalingworthdoing

The Leadership Hour Free Trial: www.noominatan.com/leadershiphour

Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.

In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne Morris introduces a conversation with Lauren Chiren, founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage. Together, they delve into the often overlooked connection between menopause and burnout. Lauren shares her personal journey of navigating early onset menopause and discusses the various symptoms that can be confused with burnout. She highlights the importance of awareness, supportive workplace environments, and the necessity of self-compassion and community. The dialogue also touches on societal changes, the need for better education on menopause, and resources available through Lauren's platform to help women thrive during this transformative phase of life.

00:00 Introduction to the Art of Balance Podcast

00:48 Exploring Menopause and Burnout

01:15 Meet Lauren: A Menopause Specialist

03:02 Lauren's Personal Journey with Menopause

04:18 Understanding Menopause Symptoms

06:51 The Importance of Menopause Awareness

09:34 Menopause in the Workplace

12:30 Changing the Narrative Around Menopause

17:48 The Intersection of Menopause and Burnout

21:32 Advice and Resources for Menopause
24:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Lauren Chiren

LinkedIn: @laurenchiren

Website: womenofacertainstage.com

Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.

www.balanceology.uk

Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com

Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.