Balance & Beyond

When Camilla Thompson woke up in hospital after collapsing with sepsis, the doctor told her something chilling: "If you'd gone to bed last night instead of coming here, you likely would have slipped into a coma." Two days earlier, she'd been at work, pushing through fatigue and dismissing symptoms while juggling motherhood and a demanding corporate career. This wake-up call was...

I uncovered a pattern of slowing myself down to avoid making others uncomfortable, only to realise I was actually shrinking my own potential. This moment explores how high-achieving women often temper their natural pace and ambition out of fear of being "too much" or leaving others behind. • The danger of learning early that moving too fast threatens others around you • How slowing down...

Have you ever achieved something substantial, only to hear that nagging whisper inside saying "this isn't enough"? That moment when you realise the success you've built—even when it's working beautifully—no longer fits who you've become? I recently had this profound realisation about my own multi-million dollar business. Despite changing thousands of lives, winning aw...

We explore why common balance strategies fail for ambitious women despite our best efforts and reveal the essential missing ingredient needed to make them finally work. • Meditation often becomes another opportunity to ruminate on to-do lists rather than finding calm • Time blocking frequently gets pushed to late hours (10pm-midnight) due to constant interruptions and prioritizing others' nee...

Uncover the hidden dynamics of corporate culture and its profound impact on women with Coach Sabina. We're asking the provocative question: Is corporate culture failing women, especially in the wake of shifting work flexibility post-pandemic? As companies increasingly enforce office mandates, women are uniquely challenged by the demands of balancing professional obligations with domestic resp...

We explore a life-changing equation that reveals how thoughts drive feelings, which drive behaviours, which determine results. Understanding this connection gives insight into why certain strategies for change aren't working and how our brains get trapped in cycles of negative thinking. • Our brains produce roughly 85,000 thoughts daily, with 90% being repetitive and negative • Thoughts trigg...

Burnout doesn't have to be the price of success. Just ask Belinda, who transformed from a corporate high-achiever working until 1am to a purpose-driven professional with true balance and joy. This eye-opening conversation reveals what happens when an ambitious woman decides she's had enough of "high-achieving her brokenness." Despite outperforming at work and receiving bonuses,...

We explore how suppressing emotions actually depletes women's energy and effectiveness both professionally and personally. By learning to safely process feelings rather than fearing them, women can access their intuitive superpowers and become more confident, influential leaders while reclaiming their bandwidth and vitality. • Many women are terrified of their feelings, fearing they'll b...

Feeling stuck in your career despite your outstanding work? You might be caught in the high performer trap—a frustrating place where your exceptional skills keep you valued right where you are, while leadership opportunities pass you by. This eye-opening episode reveals the five hidden reasons ambitious women get overlooked for promotions, highlighting surprising ways your strengths might actually...

Busy seasons don't have to be something we merely survive and endure – they can be transformed into periods of growth, connection, and unexpected joy with the right mindset shifts. • Acknowledge that busy times are just a season and won't last forever • Recognize that these chaotic years with children will later be remembered as precious times of closeness • Practice "microdosing&qu...

Power isn't something bestowed upon us—it's something we reclaim. For too many ambitious women, the path to leadership has been paved with burnout, invisibility, and frustration despite exceptional hard work. Why? Because we were never taught to play the game of power and politics. From childhood, we've absorbed the message that power is something dirty or manipulative, something wi...

Fresh from hosting two transformative weekend retreats with 36 women, I'm sharing the essential principles that made these gatherings life-changing experiences for everyone involved. These principles aren't just for retreats but can transform how you approach every area of your life. • Our retreats are known for beautiful venues, amazing food, great wine and guilt-free indulgence • Worki...

Feeling stretched too thin in your leadership journey? You're not alone. The pace of change in 2025 demands a new approach to success—one that doesn't sacrifice your wellbeing on the altar of achievement. My deep dive into the three critical leadership skills that ambitious women need right now reveals surprising truths about what's actually holding you back. First, authenticity has...

We explore the hidden superpower that many women have lost access to in their lives - heart intelligence. Moving beyond our logical, solution-oriented thinking reveals an intuitive knowing that can transform our relationship with ourselves and create genuine fulfillment. • Women often over-function in logical thinking due to professional demands • Living solely from our heads leads to resentment a...

Ever wondered why working harder isn't getting you ahead? Despite your exceptional output, strategic thinking, and dedication, do you find yourself passed over for opportunities while watching others progress with seemingly half the effort? In this eye-opening exploration of leadership barriers, we dive deep into the three invisible traps keeping ambitious women stuck in cycles of burnout and...

The word "selfish" has powerful women shaking in their boots and affecting our behaviour in profound ways. Examining the dictionary definition and our cultural conditioning reveals why women go to extremes to avoid being perceived as selfish, often at great cost to themselves. • Women fear being called selfish so much that they neglect their own needs entirely • Childhood conditioning ta...

Ever wondered how to juggle a bustling household, demanding career, and personal hobbies without losing your balance? In today’s episode, Jo answers the top three questions she gets asked: how does she juggle all the parts of her life, what rituals keep her sane and who supports her on this journey of life. Discover the secrets to achieving harmony as Jo shares her journey of balancing two energet...

Welcome to Balance & Beyond Mindset Moments, a brand new bite-sized short from Jo. This week we explore the powerful concept of being "at cause" in your life, calling back to Season 1 Episode 18. This is about recognizing that while we can't control all circumstances, we can choose our responses and intentionally create our lives within the context of our responsibilities. If th...

Coach Jaclyn joins us to explore a profound question: How can working mothers find true balance without falling into the burnout trap? This episode tackles the societal pressures that demand women to excel in dual roles—professionally and as mothers—without missing a beat. We unravel the pervasive narrative of working as if you’re not a parent, and parenting like you don’t work. This expectation l...

Welcome to Balance & Beyond Mindset Moments, a brand new bite-sized short in which Jo shares more of her powerful insights or some of the best clips from previous episodes. For this first moment, we have a journey of intuition, decision-making, and embracing what feels right unfolds through a family's quest to adopt kittens. The story highlights the importance of trusting your gut and kno...

Ever found yourself driven by anxiety, striving for perfection, or constantly seeking validation from others? Jo used to be in that exact spot, and it left her utterly exhausted. Today, she’s uncovering a different path—one that moves beyond the temporary rush of "F-U energy" and towards motivations that truly nourish and sustain us.  She’ll explore the common trap of chasing accomplishm...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed and shackled by past experiences? Meet Theresa from Texas, whose path from frustration and self-doubt to becoming a fearless world challenger is nothing short of inspiring. A seemingly random encounter on social media sparked her transformation, shifting her mindset from knowing it all to embracing the power of personal growth. Hear Teresa's reflections on how b...

Unlock the secrets to recognising and combating high-functioning burnout in our enlightening episode on Balance and Beyond. Join me and the insightful coach Sabina as we promise to guide you through the often-misunderstood territory of burnout, especially for ambitious women who appear to have it all together. Discover the subtle, creeping signs like increased anxiety and sleep disturbances, which...

Burnout is not the price of ambition. On Balance and Beyond, we challenge the notion that achieving success means accepting exhaustion and guilt as constants in your life. Burnout doesn't discriminate; it affects high achievers, including ambitious women and perfectionists, who often feel pressured to shoulder burdens alone. We spotlight the necessity of seeking help and breaking free from to...

Unlock the secret to redefining success on your own terms and breaking the burnout cycle with our latest episode featuring mindset coach Jaclyn. Say goodbye to superficial self-care rituals and hello to transformative habits that genuinely enhance your well-being. We promise you'll learn how to shift from information overload to focused, actionable changes, empowering you to implement "s...