Goddess of Balance with Catherine Nolan

If you're asking THESE common questions to connect with people, you're working harder than you need to—for low-grade relationship success. Personally and professionaly, these common check-in questions are the reason your kids bottle up and your stakeholders agree to do deliver work they never follow through on.  In this episode, we're flipping the script on lazy questions and unpacking: ⚡ The sne...

All men don't communicate in a certain way, not all women communicate the opposite... I know, knickers will be twisted over this episode and given how the phrase 'toxic masculinity' has been hijacked and even emerging young men are scared to be themselves... I understand the concern... But in my work coaching leaders to be heard, there are some common blockers... and specifically, in this chat we'...

This 9 -minute guided meditation is designed to cut through the noise of your mental load and bring you  instant clarity, focus, and alignment —fast. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need to reset your energy, this practice will get you there without overthinking it . There isn't even an INTRO for this episode. (No extra talking at all - who KNEW that was psossible!) Download / s...

The Recharge for the Time-Poor: This is the 9-Minute Game-Changer When you're juggling all the things , balance can feel like a luxury you just don't have time for. But, shcking as it may sound, balance doesn't have to take time away from what's important to you—instead, it's about thinking better in the time you already have. In this episode, I break down a 7-step mental shift that takes just  mi...

Imposter Syndrome is when others think you're better than you think you are. But what happens when you know you're brilliant , yet you're still not getting the recognition you deserve? That's what I call Reverse Imposter Syndrome. In this episode, I'm sharing the term I coined to describe that dangerous trap where you start doubting your brilliance because your work isn't being acknowledged. The t...

Balance Vs. The World: Wha'ts AI's role in the chaos? Achieving balance is an internal game, but let's be real- it's constantly held hostage by the world we live in. Expectations, conditioning, the cost of living, kids, parents, the boss... And now we add in AI to that mix. AI has the potential to make it better- or make it worse. You and I are the end users of AI, right? We're not just consumers,...

If you've ever wondered whether you're focusing on the right things in your growth — this one's for you. Nicole Webber is one of my favourite humans to talk to about power, leadership and what it really looks like to build capacity — in yourself, and in others. She's an absolute expert in CliftonStrengths, and the kind of coach who helps people unlock something big by showing them what's already w...

Are you silently raging about how women are so quick to feel guilty over pleasure? Why does the term 'guilty pleasure' even exist? It's no surprise that the only things we've been conditioned to feel allowed to enjoy are the ones marketed to us—making us feel guilty for indulging in our own joy. If you've found yourself last on the list—whether it's at work, at home, or in the bedroom—this episode...

Ashling O'Brien is ceaselessly curious. A radiant heart and a ruthless organiser.  She's also a super engaged mum, adoring wife, briliant business leader, and instantly recognisable local icon .  But life doesn't always feel as polished as it looks. In this episode, we explore global moves with babies, starting a business in a new country with no support networks- and twins. Then starting the next...

Not Doing List: The Secret to More Time & Energy If there was a competition for to-do list length, I'd do well. I love a list. I find it satisfying - the dopamine hit when you write your intention to accomplish these tasks that have been weighing on your mind. Stacking your mental load. But I've learned to deal with my to-do list more effectively.  Because if you do't, you get to the end of the da...

🔥 Finding Nourishment in the Chaos In this episode of The Goddess of Balance, Cath sits down with Cherie Hutchinson — tourism and farm manager at iconic beauty brand Jurlique. Cherie is a single mum, a kind change maker and radiant example of strength wrapped in softness. Together they explore what real nourishment looks like — not the day-spa kind, but the grounding, soul-steadying kind that bri...

Struggling with brain fog and exhaustion? It's time to change how you sleep. Sure, w e all know we need better sleep. But how many of us are actually making it happen? In this episode of The Goddess of Balance , we're revealing surprising facts that will make it easier for you to get the quality sleep you know you need—and deserve. We all know sleep is important, but the truth is, life gets in the...

In the space of 24 hours, I had three separate conversations with people in their 40s, all quietly wondering the same thing: "I don't know what I want to be when I grow up." If that sounds like you—you're not alone. Whether you've hit a plateau, feel like something's missing, or just know your current role isn't it anymore… this episode is for you. I'll share: 💭 Why this kind of uncertainty often...

🔥 Engineering, Equity & Energy—Redefining Balance in STEM Brenda Denbesten, winner of the Women of Colour in Stem Engineering Excellence award -engineer, author, and change-maker who's been at the helm of some of Australia's most ambitious mining and manufacturing projects. She's also the brains behind Chronicles of a Female Engineer and a fierce advocate for equity in STEM. In this conversation,...

🔥  Can These 6 Communication Strategies Give You a 30% Gain in Productivity? 🔥 Imagine working in a high-stakes, emergency services team where communication literally saves lives. When I ran a workshop for one of these teams in Sydney, we discovered something shocking — 30% of their conversations were completely unnecessary. Emails sent and ignored. Face-to-face commitments forgotten. Endless fo...

Are you carrying a story that says you can't have balance? You've pushed really hard, to make balance work. Blocked the time. Started the brave conversations. You know balance matters — but it still slips through your fingers. In this solo episode, we're going deeper than your to-do list, to the stories underneath . The quiet beliefs that whisper you're only worthy when you're useful. The identity...

Ever feel like no matter how much you try to move forward, stress and worries just keep nipping at your heels? Like negativity you thought you'd left behind somehow catches up to bite you again? You're not alone. Today we're diving into the intense pull of worries, how our brains are wired to focus on the negative (hello, negativity bias ), and—more importantly—how to break free. I'll walk you thr...

Awwwww, this is EPISODE 50!!!! We're getting personal about the times I wasn't the loudest, most demanding person in the room and the price I paid. But in truth: you don't have to be pushy or blend in to get noticed or rewarded.  So, I break down the key strategies for how polite and values-driven people can leverage their unique strengths to stay on the radar , get the recognition they deserve, a...

🔥 AI, Ambition & Balance—Can We Really Have It All? Bec Robertson is a dual-qualified lawyer and commercial AI expert. She's also a mum of five (!!!), proving that balance isn't about doing it all —it's about rewriting the rules . In this conversation, we dive into: ⚖️ Why balance is impossible without tackling toxic corporate culture 🤖 How AI is reshaping the way we work (and what it means for...

She didn't say a word… but her face said everything . The camp news was brutal, and my 11-year-old wasn't hiding her disappointment. In this episode, we're talking about what happens when we rush to solutions before letting honesty have a turn—and why balance starts with truth, not perfection . If you've ever found yourself trying to cheer someone up too quickly (or biting your tongue when you nee...

🚨 How many fingers do you have up right now? 🚨 If you're working harder than ever but still feel stretched too thin , it might not be you—it might be your JOB. This episode is your interactive diagnostic tool 🔥—25 rapid-fire questions to help you figure out if your job is stealing your balance, crushing your ambition, and draining your energy. 🔎 By the end, you'll know: ✅ If your job just nee...

Seven years. That's how long I held onto the idea of moving to the beach. Seven years of knowing I wanted it—but feeling like "good" was enough. Until one day, it wasn't. This episode isn't a highlight reel. It's about the messy, magical, deeply human process of trusting yourself enough to let go of what's good… to make space for something extraordinary. 📌 Why do we cling to what's "good enough"?...

✨ Your Competitive Edge is Calling—Are You Listening? ✨ What if the traits you've been taught to downplay—your intuition, empathy, and grit—are actually your greatest superpowers as a leader? In this episode of  Goddess of Balance , we're diving into the 3 feminine leadership traits that will set you apart in 2025 and beyond. Forget the hustle and grind; it's time to lead with magnetic energy, d...

🚗 Ever seen a big, bold Lexus parked in a "Small Car Only" space—like it belonged there? That's exactly the kind of confidence I want you to have when it comes to balance . But here's the thing: somewhere along the way, we were taught that balance means slowing down, doing less, or making ourselves smaller. 👀 What if that's not true? What if balance isn't about pulling back—but about finally ste...

There's a fine line between optimism and blind positivity. One of my clients, Izzy, fought HARD for optimism after years of setbacks, but she overcorrected. She went all in on "everything's fine" —until it wasn't. So, let's talk about it. In this episode, we're breaking down: ✅ Why optimism alone isn't enough in leadership (and how it can backfire) ✅ The science behind optimistic leadership—what...