Balanceology - The Art of Balance - Burnout Podcast
92 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingExploring a diverse range of topics relating to burnout prevention and recovery.
Hosted by Balanceology Co-Founders: Jayne Morris MCC, the UK's leading Executive Burnout Coach and author of Burnout to Brilliance: Strategies for Sustainable Success, and Dylan Cox, Coach-Counsellor. Our monthly episodes feature expert guests, offering the listener different perspectives and approaches to navigating the everyday stresses of life.
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E43: Season 3 - Micro-dosing Mindfulness with Michael Amster
March 05, 2024 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this episode, Jayne is in conversation with Michael Amster, a physician, awe researcher, writer and teacher with 20 years' experience as a pain management specialist, and who has been a meditation practitioner for over 30 years. Discover: How awe can be cultivated by paying attention to simple moments of wonder in daily life The 'A.W.E. process' of micro-dosing mindfulness - taking less than a minute per day How awe can help prevent burnout and enhance well-being The power th...
E42: Season 3 - Poetry as a Bridge Out of Burnout
February 08, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBPoetry as a Bridge Out of Burnout Discover the powerful impact of poetry, even (and perhaps especially) if you don’t usually feel drawn to experiment with this art form. In this episode, Frank Bolaji Irawo, author of Dream, poet, speaker and fellow coach, speaks to Jayne about: How easy it can be to lift a pen and experiment with poetry The power of poetry as a tool to deepen self-reflection How expressing our internal and external experiences through poetry can be revelatory The use ...
E41: Season 3 - Poetry as a Bridge Out of Burnout
February 08, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBPoetry as a Bridge Out of Burnout Discover the powerful impact of poetry, even (and perhaps especially) if you don’t usually feel drawn to experiment with this art form. In this episode, Frank Bolaji Irawo, author of Dream, poet, speaker and fellow coach, speaks to Jayne about: How easy it can be to lift a pen and experiment with poetry The power of poetry as a tool to deepen self-reflection How expressing our internal and external experiences through poetry can be revelatory The use ...
E41: Season 3 - Radical Candor with Kim Scott
January 09, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBRadical Candor and Preventing Burnout In this episode, packed with leadership tips, Kim Scott, author of Just Work and Radical Candor, speaks to Jayne about: - The value of soliciting feedback for oneself - How to overcome obnoxious aggression, manipulative insincerity and ruinous empathy - The importance of compassion, trust, gratitude and genuine appreciation - How lack of feedback can lead to burnout and what to do about it Balanceology is a leading co...
E40: Mental Health Part 2
June 10, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis episode is part 2 of a 2 part mental health special* The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including enforced isolation, lockdowns and widespread working from home have had a huge impact on peoples wellbeing and in particular, their mental health. This has meant that the topic of mental health is being discussed more widely now than ever before. The need for more education and support around this subject is shared by individuals and workplaces alike. In this episode your hosts, Jay...
E39 - Mental Health Part 1
May 27, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB*This episode is part 1 of a 2 part mental health special* The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including enforced isolation, lockdowns and widespread working from home have had a huge impact on peoples wellbeing and in particular, their mental health. This has meant that the topic of mental health is being discussed more widely now than ever before. The need for more education and support around this subject is shared by individuals and workplaces alike. In this episode your hosts, Jay...
E38 - Guided Meditation Special
May 16, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBMental Health Awareness week aims to educate and increase awareness of mental health. In support of this initiative we have recorded a special episode that takes a different format to our usual topical conversations. In this unique instalment, the UK's leading Burnout Coach, Jayne Morris, will talk you through a guided walk to help you reset and rebalance. We recommend listening to this on your phone, with your headphones in. Ideally head outside, somewhere that you feel safe and insp...
E38 - Mental Health Awareness Special
May 16, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBMental Health Awareness week aims to educate and increase awareness of mental health. In support of this initiative we have recorded a special episode that takes a different format to our usual topical conversations. In this unique instalment, the UK's leading Burnout Coach, Jayne Morris, will talk you through a guided walk to help you reset and rebalance. We recommend listening to this on your phone, with your headphones in. Ideally head outside, somewhere that you feel safe and insp...
E38 - Guided Meditation Special
May 16, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBMental Health Awareness week aims to educate and increase awareness of mental health. In support of this initiative we have recorded a special episode that takes a different format to our usual topical conversations. In this unique instalment, the UK's leading Burnout Coach, Jayne Morris, will talk you through a guided walk to help you reset and rebalance. We recommend listening to this on your phone, with your headphones in. Ideally head outside, somewhere that you feel safe and insp...
E37: The Great Resignation
May 06, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBSince 2021 an economic trend that has seen millions of people voluntarily resign from their jobs due to overwork, stress, job dissatisfaction and a general desire to work for companies with aligned values has been labelled 'The Great Resignation'. In this episode, Burnout Expert and coach, Jayne Morris discusses how this trend came about, the effect that it has had on people's wellbeing and what both employers and employees can do to help address it. Wellbeing coach, Dylan Cox takes a ...
E36: Parenting
April 22, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBThe style that a parent adopts when raising a child can have a significant impact on how that child views them-self during adolescence and into adulthood. In this episode Burnout Expert and coach Jayne Morris discusses the 4 main parenting styles and how each style can positively or negatively effect a child, whilst wellbeing coach Dylan Cox reflects on how changing beliefs developed in childhood can help free you from seeking permission. Balanceology is a leading wellbeing solutions b...
E35: The Big Connect
April 07, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBBeing able to connect with others in an authentic, genuine and empathetic manner does not come easily to everyone. First, we have to deeply connect with ourselves, understand our inner workings and meet friends, family and colleagues with an open mind. In this episode the UK's leading burnout expert and co-founder of Balanceology, Jayne Morris, shares her top tips of how to connect deeply with others. Wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, offers light hearted insights into the power of open questionin...
E34: The Comeback
April 01, 2022 22:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWhether you are recovering from burnout, a broken relationship or the loss of a loved one, you may feel like you will never get back to being your old self again. In this episode, leading burnout expert and coach, Jayne Morris, opens up about her own experience of burnout and how recovery led to her becoming a better, more vibrant version of herself. Balanceology is a leading wellbeing solutions business specifically focused on supporting organisations to prevent workplace burnout through ...
E33: Grief
March 25, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe loss of a loved one, friend or pet can be incredibly difficult to process and often the associated grief can be overwhelming. In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, burnout expert Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, discuss the different stages of grief, its symptoms and ways to help you overcome grief in a positive and future focussed way. We also discuss: Different types of grief - death of a loved on, grieving a lost childhood, grief associated to no longer being a...
#32 - Relax
March 18, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBStress can be overwhelming and with recent world events, it may feel like a real struggle to juggle all of your responsibilities without burning out. Relaxation may be the last thing on your mind as you cannot see the wood for the trees, however, it is likely the single most powerful action you can take to de-stress and regain strength and focus. In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, burnout expert Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, discuss why relaxing is important, how w...
E32 - Relax
March 18, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBStress can be overwhelming and with recent world events, it may feel like a real struggle to juggle all of your responsibilities without burning out. Relaxation may be the last thing on your mind as you cannot see the wood for the trees, however, it is likely the single most powerful action you can take to de-stress and regain strength and focus. In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, burnout expert Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, discuss why relaxing is important, how w...
E32: Relax
March 18, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBStress can be overwhelming and with recent world events, it may feel like a real struggle to juggle all of your responsibilities without burning out. Relaxation may be the last thing on your mind as you cannot see the wood for the trees, however, it is likely the single most powerful action you can take to de-stress and regain strength and focus. In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, burnout expert Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, discuss why relaxing is important, how w...
#31 - Shame
March 11, 2022 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBShame can make us feel embarrassed, humiliated and guilty but it can also lead to long term feelings of inadequacy and worthlessness. Whilst any of us may have experienced isolated moments of shame for others it can be a chronic, longterm issue, in the form of toxic shame. This can lead to a number of issues including feelings of: Isolation Emotional Distress (Anger, sadness and self-loathing) Needing to be perfect Being unable to lower your guard in a relationship Unworthyness But w...
E31: Shame
March 11, 2022 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBShame can make us feel embarrassed, humiliated and guilty but it can also lead to long term feelings of inadequacy and worthlessness. Whilst any of us may have experienced isolated moments of shame for others it can be a chronic, longterm issue, in the form of toxic shame. This can lead to a number of issues including feelings of: Isolation Emotional Distress (Anger, sadness and self-loathing) Needing to be perfect Being unable to lower your guard in a relationship Unworthyness But w...
E30: Regret
March 04, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDo you have a long list of regrets? Perhaps you didn't go for that dream job opportunity or you didn't ask out that person you liked for a drink? Maybe you have lost contact with a loved one and regret not getting in touch sooner or wish you had made different choices in your childhood. Holding onto these regrets is rarely productive and can often lead to negative self talk which results in feelings of anger, disappointment and that change is not possible. In this episode the UK's leadin...
E30: Regret
March 04, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDo you have a long list of regrets? Perhaps you didn't go for that dream job opportunity or you didn't ask out that person you liked for a drink? Maybe you have lost contact with a loved one and regret not getting in touch sooner or wish you had made different choices in your childhood. Holding onto these regrets is rarely productive and can often lead to negative self talk which results in feelings of anger, disappointment and that change is not possible. In this episode the UK's leadin...
#30 - Regret
March 04, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDo you have a long list of regrets? Perhaps you didn't go for that dream job opportunity or you didn't ask out that person you liked for a drink? Maybe you have lost contact with a loved one and regret not getting in touch sooner or wish you had made different choices in your childhood. Holding onto these regrets is rarely productive and can often lead to negative self talk which results in feelings of anger, disappointment and that change is not possible. In this episode the UK's leadin...
#29 - Loneliness
February 18, 2022 19:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been far reaching with billions of people worldwide experiencing lockdowns and isolation. This has led to an increase in a number of mental health issues and also the feeling of loneliness. Have you ever been surrounded by people that you love and care for but still feel lonely? Do you perhaps feel misunderstood or even worse, not listened to our valued? Do your social connections not match what you truly want? Are you experiencing loneliness but fe...
E29: Loneliness
February 18, 2022 19:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been far reaching with billions of people worldwide experiencing lockdowns and isolation. This has led to an increase in a number of mental health issues and also the feeling of loneliness. Have you ever been surrounded by people that you love and care for but still feel lonely? Do you perhaps feel misunderstood or even worse, not listened to our valued? Do your social connections not match what you truly want? Are you experiencing loneliness but fe...
E28: WellTech
February 11, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWellTech or wellbeing technology is on the rise, with hugely popular apps such as Calm and Headspace leading the way. Whilst these apps aim to help with wide-ranging issues such as sleep, stress and mental health are they really as effective as they make out? In this episode burnout experts and founders of Balanceology, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss how technology isn't always the answer, especially in the wellbeing space. This light-hearted conversation covers the impact of too much ...
#28 - WellTech
February 11, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWellTech or wellbeing technology is on the rise, with hugely popular apps such as Calm and Headspace leading the way. Whilst these apps aim to help with wide-ranging issues such as sleep, stress and mental health are they really as effective as they make out? In this episode burnout experts and founders of Balanceology, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss how technology isn't always the answer, especially in the wellbeing space. This light-hearted conversation covers the impact of too much ...
E27: Blame
February 04, 2022 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBBlame is widespread in society both at home and at work. You may yourself may have witnessed a blame culture at a workplace or even domestically. Many workers feel uncomfortable and nervous about owning up to mistakes for fear of being punished. Surely punishment or ridicule isn't the healthiest way to deal with an employees oversight. There is always another way and in this episode the UK's leading burnout expert Jayne and Balanceology co-founder Dylan, discuss how a change in culture arou...
#27 - Blame
February 04, 2022 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBBlame is widespread in society both at home and at work. You may yourself may have witnessed a blame culture at a workplace or even domestically. Many workers feel uncomfortable and nervous about owning up to mistakes for fear of being punished. Surely punishment or ridicule isn't the healthiest way to deal with an employees oversight. There is always another way and in this episode the UK's leading burnout expert Jayne and Balanceology co-founder Dylan, discuss how a change in culture arou...
#26 - Fierce Embodiment with Marcela Widrig
January 28, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Art of Balance Podcast is back for season 2. In episode #26 we share a conversation with Marcela Widrig founder of Fierce Embodiment. Marcela teaches men and women to release old beliefs, hurts, fears and the restrictive way they are held in their bodies today. She trained extensively with the Grinberg Method® for over 18 years, after getting her hands-on start in therapeutic massage and shiatsu. To be able to teach a wider audience and give her clients tools to deepen their learning, s...
E26: Fierce Embodiment with Marcela Widrig
January 28, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Art of Balance Podcast is back for season 2. In episode #26 we share a conversation with Marcela Widrig founder of Fierce Embodiment. Marcela teaches men and women to release old beliefs, hurts, fears and the restrictive way they are held in their bodies today. She trained extensively with the Grinberg Method® for over 18 years, after getting her hands-on start in therapeutic massage and shiatsu. To be able to teach a wider audience and give her clients tools to deepen their learning, s...
E26: Fierce Embodiment with Marcela Widrig
January 28, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Art of Balance Podcast is back for season 2. In episode #26 we share a conversation with Marcela Widrig founder of Fierce Embodiment. Marcela teaches men and women to release old beliefs, hurts, fears and the restrictive way they are held in their bodies today. She trained extensively with the Grinberg Method® for over 18 years, after getting her hands-on start in therapeutic massage and shiatsu. To be able to teach a wider audience and give her clients tools to deepen their learning, s...
E25: Honesty
September 30, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBTrust is fostered when we say what we mean and mean what we say, both in our personal lives and professional environments. Wherever we hold back and cover up what is really going on underneath the surface a gap is created. We separate from our own integrity and what we find unsayable and leave unspoken becomes suspended in the shared space between us and others. Tensions and anxieties arise because others sense the secrets that we keep from them. Shared secrets become embodied in famil...
#25 - Honesty
September 30, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBTrust is fostered when we say what we mean and mean what we say, both in our personal lives and professional environments. Wherever we hold back and cover up what is really going on underneath the surface a gap is created. We separate from our own integrity and what we find unsayable and leave unspoken becomes suspended in the shared space between us and others. Tensions and anxieties arise because others sense the secrets that we keep from them. Shared secrets become embodied in famil...
E24: Resilience
September 20, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat does resilience really mean? How can you better equip yourself to navigate through these tough times? In this episode we explore what can help to build your capacity to maintain your core purpose and integrity in the face of dramatically changed circumstances. Join author of Burnout to Brilliance, Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach, Dylan Cox for a deep dive into this topic, held with humour and empathy. Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals...
E24: Resilience
September 20, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat does resilience really mean? How can you better equip yourself to navigate through these tough times? In this episode we explore what can help to build your capacity to maintain your core purpose and integrity in the face of dramatically changed circumstances. Join author of Burnout to Brilliance, Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach, Dylan Cox for a deep dive into this topic, held with humour and empathy.
#24 - Resilience
September 20, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat does resilience really mean? How can you better equip yourself to navigate through these tough times? In this episode we explore what can help to build your capacity to maintain your core purpose and integrity in the face of dramatically changed circumstances. Join author of Burnout to Brilliance, Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach, Dylan Cox for a deep dive into this topic, held with humour and empathy.
E23: Leadership
September 11, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBAre you disappointed in the leadership you see around you? In this podcast we discuss the need for a balance of both masculine and feminine qualities in leadership. Traditional masculine attributes have dominated the way our countries and corporations work for centuries and tipped the scales disproportionately. To restore leadership balance we each need to start leading ourselves with authenticity in a way that embodies both our masculine and feminine traits, regardless of whether we i...
#23 - Leadership
September 11, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBAre you disappointed in the leadership you see around you? In this podcast we discuss the need for a balance of both masculine and feminine qualities in leadership. Traditional masculine attributes have dominated the way our countries and corporations work for centuries and tipped the scales disproportionately. To restore leadership balance we each need to start leading ourselves with authenticity in a way that embodies both our masculine and feminine traits, regardless of whether we i...
#22 - Overwhelm
September 05, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBDo you feel like you are drowning? The continued undercurrent of uncertainty due to the pandemic and other global problems, combined with internal drivers and external stressors can have us feeling like we can't quite get our heads above water. When this happens we need to find a way to buoy ourselves otherwise the feeling of being under pressure can keep pulling us under. In this episode, burnout and wellbeing experts Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss the subtle signs of overwhelm and...
E22: Overwhelm
September 05, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBDo you feel like you are drowning? The continued undercurrent of uncertainty due to the pandemic and other global problems, combined with internal drivers and external stressors can have us feeling like we can't quite get our heads above water. When this happens we need to find a way to buoy ourselves otherwise the feeling of being under pressure can keep pulling us under. In this episode, burnout and wellbeing experts Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss the subtle signs of overwhelm and...
#21- Transitions
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBHave you been struggling making a big life change? The pandemic has brought about a range of transitions for many of us. It has been a tough time and resulted in significantly increased rates of burnout. In this episode we share a powerful tool to help you take stock and dig deep to uncover the qualities and resilience you hold within that can help you move through tough times ahead. We also help you identify where you may have a gap or skill shortage and would benefit from reachi...
E21: Transitions
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBHave you been struggling making a big life change? The pandemic has brought about a range of transitions for many of us. It has been a tough time and resulted in significantly increased rates of burnout. In this episode we share a powerful tool to help you take stock and dig deep to uncover the qualities and resilience you hold within that can help you move through tough times ahead. We also help you identify where you may have a gap or skill shortage and would benefit from reachi...
E21: Transitions
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBHave you been struggling making a big life change? The pandemic has brought about a range of transitions for many of us. It has been a tough time and resulted in significantly increased rates of burnout. In this episode we share a powerful tool to help you take stock and dig deep to uncover the qualities and resilience you hold within that can help you move through tough times ahead. We also help you identify where you may have a gap or skill shortage and would benefit from reachi...
#20 - Choices
August 17, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBDo you feel tethered to some of the big life choices you have made, even when they aren't necessarily what feels 'right' for you? In this episode we explore the entrapment that many of us can face due to choices we have made in the past, when we were heavily influenced by other people, cultural or societal norms, leading us to make decisions that weren't truly aligned with our deepest passions or desires. Discover how to challenge inner beliefs that things need to be maintained or persiste...
E20: Choices
August 17, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBDo you feel tethered to some of the big life choices you have made, even when they aren't necessarily what feels 'right' for you? In this episode we explore the entrapment that many of us can face due to choices we have made in the past, when we were heavily influenced by other people, cultural or societal norms, leading us to make decisions that weren't truly aligned with our deepest passions or desires. Discover how to challenge inner beliefs that things need to be maintained or persiste...
#19 - Winning Mindset
August 13, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBCould your winning mindset be creating your unfulfilment? When we become preoccupied with winning at all costs and fuelled by ambition there is often a sense of emptiness when we reach our goals. In this void of emotion we then set ourselves even higher targets and if we don't make them we can feel deflated, disconnected and burned out. In this episode leading burnout and wellbeing coaches, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox explore the dangers of the winning mindset that so many of us have been...
E19: Winning Mindset
August 13, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBCould your winning mindset be creating your unfulfilment? When we become preoccupied with winning at all costs and fuelled by ambition there is often a sense of emptiness when we reach our goals. In this void of emotion we then set ourselves even higher targets and if we don't make them we can feel deflated, disconnected and burned out. In this episode leading burnout and wellbeing coaches, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox explore the dangers of the winning mindset that so many of us have been...
#18 - Unfinished Business
August 06, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBIs something from the past hanging over you? Do you have a feeling that there is an unresolved issue, a place or project that you feel you are meant to go back to? Does something or someone haunt you because of trapped emotions, unprocessed heartache or something left unsaid? In this episode leading burnout experts and wellbeing coaches Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox explore the concept of unfinished business and how it can show up in our lives. We discuss how this can cause an internal sp...
E18: Unfinished Business
August 06, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBIs something from the past hanging over you? Do you have a feeling that there is an unresolved issue, a place or project that you feel you are meant to go back to? Does something or someone haunt you because of trapped emotions, unprocessed heartache or something left unsaid? In this episode leading burnout experts and wellbeing coaches Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox explore the concept of unfinished business and how it can show up in our lives. We discuss how this can cause an internal sp...
#17 - Stuck On Repeat?
July 30, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBDo familiar but unwanted patterns continue to repeat themselves and stifle your motivation and productivity? Are you feeling stuck and frustrated because every day feels the same? Or do you feel similar situations and experiences continue to present themselves even after you have moved house, changed jobs or started a new relationship? In this episode leading burnout experts and wellbeing coaches Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox lightheartedly discuss how a feeling of Groundhog Day can present...