The Unplugged Life

What is wellness when life feels full, noisy, and overstimulating? In this soft, grounding episode, Clare explores how to redefine wellness as a mother - without the pressure, perfectionism, or “shoulds” of the wellness industry. This is an audio-first conversation designed to keep you company rather than demand your attention. You’re invited to listen while walking, resting, or moving through you...

For the Tired Mum - What Slowness Taught Me About Enoughness If you’ve been moving through your days in a fog of tiredness, overwhelm, or “just keep going” mode, this conversation is for you. In this episode, I share a quieter season I didn’t choose - when illness slowed our home, routines unravelled, and I had to listen to what my body was really asking for. What surprised me was how much wisdom...

Welcome back to the mat (or wherever you are listening)! This gentle, 15-minute floor practice is designed to create a feeling of deep calm, warmth, and support for your body and your nervous system. It’s the perfect way to start your day with ease and quiet reflection, setting a positive tone for everything that follows. This slow, nourishing yoga flow encourages you to surrender down, slow your...

Take a gentle breath with me as we unpack the quiet pressures that follow us - across oceans and into the daily mess of motherhood. In this week’s episode, I share the surprising truth I discovered in Bali: no matter where we go, the weight of “shoulds” can travel right along with us… unless we choose to soften, breathe, and let go - even just a little. Together, we’ll explore why real enoughness...

This week, I’m sharing the story behind why I quit filming yoga flows for Instagram and how that single act helped me reclaim my practice (and my peace) from the grip of performance. We’ll talk about how the pressure to “get it right” shows up everywhere (from the yoga mat to motherhood) and what it really means to come home to yourself. Inside this episode: The hidden cost of turning your practic...

Lately, it can feel like our energy is always running on empty - especially when you’re juggling motherhood, work, and the endless to-do list. If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just don’t have time for self-care,” this episode is for you. Today, we’re exploring Bramacharya - the yogic principle of mindful energy. Forget the old myths about celibacy; Bramacharya is really about honouring your life f...

Lately, life has felt like a balancing act - juggling solo parenting, endless to-dos, and the quiet hope that I’m not the only one feeling stretched thin. If you’re moving through your own season of giving and giving, this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into Asteya, the yogic principle of non-stealing, and how it can help us notice the small ways we forget to care for ourselves. We’ll exp...

This week, I’m coming to you from the heart of solo parenting, just me, my toddler, and the wild, wonderful mess of daily life. If you’re solo parenting or simply feeling stretched thin, you’re not alone. In this episode, I share how the yogic principle of Satya (truthfulness) has become my anchor, both in the chaos of motherhood and on a recent challenging hike. We’ll explore: How to meet yoursel...

Are you constantly battling a loud inner critic? This week on The Unplugged Life, we dive into the yogic principle of Ahimsa , or non-harming, and explore how its most powerful application is in the way we treat ourselves. Discover how to turn inward with kindness, quiet the mental noise, and use a simple body scan and a powerful mantra to cultivate radical self-compassion. This episode is your gu...

Welcome to Season 2 of The Unplugged Life, with a brand new, bite-sized format designed for your busiest days. In this first episode, Clare dives into the most powerful lesson she's learned: the art of surrender. She shares her personal story of fighting against the flow and how she found true magic in a simple moment of letting go. In this episode, you will: Understand why surrender is not a...

Welcome to a very special episode of The Unplugged Life Podcast! This week, your host Clare Gent is joined by her dear friend and esteemed psychotherapist, Clare Patterson, from Therapist's Corner. In this deep dive into Gratitude , we challenge the conventional "buzzword" perception and explore what true gratitude actually means for high-achieving mums in our always-on world. Clare Pa...

Feeling that silent hum of burnout? Constantly chasing 'enough,' wearing too many hats, and battling digital overwhelm? In this episode of The Unplugged Life, we're diving into the 'A for Action' from the MAGIC Mornings framework , and it's not what you think. Join Clare as she shares her personal relationship with action and discover why movement isn't about punishing...

Get ready for an episode packed with personal news and powerful tools! I'm sharing all about my new niche dedicated to high-achieving mums . We'll also dive into the vibrant energy of Summer Solstice , International Yoga Day , and my own birthday with stories from my park yoga class. Plus, I'll walk you through this week's blog content on finding accessible meditation, followed by...

Tired of feeling "always on" and depleted? This episode is your guide to transforming your mornings. I unpack my MAGIC Mornings framework, showing high-achieving women how to use yoga and intentional practices to delay the dopamine rush, reduce digital overwhelm, and step into their day feeling truly energised, grounded, and empowered. Ready to make MAGIC? Access my 20-minute morning yoga...

Ready to step away from the scroll and into a more connected and joyful life? This episode provides practical, yoga-inspired tools and techniques you can implement today. From understanding the allure of digital distraction to cultivating mindful presence and real-world connections, I'll guide you on a path to rediscover the simple joys and authentic relationships that nourish the soul. Read t...

Are you constantly feeling like you don't have enough time or energy? You might be surprised by how much of it is being unknowingly drained by mindless scrolling on social media. This week, we delve into the "opportunity cost" of our digital habits and explore how the ancient wisdom and practices of yoga offer a powerful and accessible way to reclaim your precious time, boost your ener...

Is your phone impacting your resilience? Join me, Clare this week as I uncover the surprising ways social media affects our ability to cope with challenges. Discover how yoga offers a holistic approach to building inner strength and participate in a quick activity to test your mental fortitude. Plus, I'll delve into the yogic principles of Tapas and Svadhyaya for a deeper understanding. Connec...

Remember the last time you were truly bored? For many of us, it feels like a distant memory. But what if boredom isn't something to avoid, but a key to unlocking creativity and presence? This episode explores our discomfort with stillness in the digital age and offers a gentle yoga and mindfulness practice to help you reclaim those quiet moments. Tune in to learn how embracing boredom can actu...

Feeling the pressure to conform and hide behind a filtered version of yourself online? In this heartfelt episode, I delve into the challenges of staying authentic in our social media-driven world. Drawing on personal experience and the profound teachings of yoga, I offer insights and practices to help you shed the fear of visibility and connect with your true identity. We'll explore the concep...

How often do you catch yourself saying, “I’ll rest when I’ve done everything” ? In this episode, I’m gently challenging the belief that rest has to be earned and offering a new way to think about slowing down. We’ll talk about why your nervous system can’t wait until the to-do list is done, how modern life wires us to ignore our need for pause, and 3 tiny shifts you can make this week to feel more...

Big life changes often come with shiny words like freedom, adventure, and success. But what we don’t talk about enough is the quiet loneliness that can show up when you decide to take the leap, whether that’s starting a business, moving abroad, becoming a parent, or simply choosing a different path. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal story of navigating loneliness through some of life’s bigg...

Do you ever reach for your phone without even thinking and suddenly 20 minutes are gone? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the “Always On” Trap why our phones are so addictive, how this constant connection is rewiring our brains, and what it's really doing to our nervous systems. As entrepreneurs, we’re especially vulnerable to the pressure of staying visible, responsiv...

You finally sit down after a long day, hoping to unwind, but instead, your mind is racing, your body feels tense, and you just can’t switch off. Sound familiar?   In this episode, we dive into:   ✅ Why your brain resists relaxation and how to work with it, not against it   ✅ The science of stress and your nervous system (and why it keeps you in overdrive)   ✅ A simple yoga-based approach to hel...

Burnt out, exhausted, and stuck in an endless scroll? I’ve been there. In this first episode of The Unplugged Life , I’m sharing my journey, how I went from chasing productivity, feeling disconnected from myself, and numbing out with social media… to finally hitting pause, finding balance, and reclaiming my energy through yoga. I’ll share: The early warning signs of burnout I ignored (and you migh...