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You give everything to your work. But you get home and can't hear the people you love because your head is still full of emails, decisions and unfinished conversations. In this episode I share Let Go Of Your Day - a simple mind body practice to leave work at work, reclaim your evenings and be present at home. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

What if hard work finally felt like enough? You've given everything to your week. And yet Friday arrives and your mind is already cataloguing what didn't get done, what went wrong, what still needs doing. That's not a productivity problem. That's your brain doing exactly what it's designed to do — and it's stealing your satisfaction. Woohoo Friday is a one minute practice to retrain your mind to notice the good, feel it in your body and end your week feeling like it was genuinely worthwhile. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

What if a one minute Monday ritual could end the overwhelm before it starts? Mondays don't need forcing. They need grounding. In this episode I share a short, powerful practice to set you up for focus and satisfaction at work — without the pep talk, the playlist or the pressure. Starting with The One Minute Marke, we reset the nervous system, reconnect to what matters and step into the feeling of a week that ends exactly how you want it to. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

You feel inspired, you take action and then life gets in the way. This episode explains why the inspiration-frustration cycle keeps happening and what actually breaks it.  The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

Overwhelm isn't the inevitable price of ambition. I'm not buying that story. And if you're here, you probably aren't either. This episode is about The Gentle Rebellion. What it is, why it works and why it doesn't require a fight, a dramatic stand or any energy you don't have. Plus a playful five minute exercise to help you say no. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

A free weekend, spring light and a half-planned garden became an unexpected masterclass in energy, purpose and what it actually feels like to be alive in your own life. In this episode I explore how meaning, seasons and gentle structure create lasting stamina and energy that actually feels good. mapping spring energy to motivation and momentuma heartfelt wish list as compass rather than to-do liststaying focused without forcethe difference between purposeful and draining tirednessa one-minute future self ritualgently rebelling against stories about energy and ageingmicro-tweaks that add or drain your daily energyFor anyone who wants more and wants it to feel good getting there. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

This isn't about mastering the world or conquering your overwhelm. It's quieter than that. In this episode I map out a gently rebellious path from burnout to deep heartfelt success — treating overwhelm as useful information rather than something to push through. making overwhelm optional, not inevitableinside-out change through neutral noticingthe Gentle Rebellion as playful disciplinefive steps to reset before you actThe One Minute Marke — a 60-second practice you can use anywherestructure that creates freedom, not pressureharvesting past success to create from easekinder approaches to email, ambition and sustainable successFor big-hearted, driven professionals who are done with the overwhelm into exhaustion cycle. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

The Overwhelm is Optional podcast is back - but why...and what happened?! The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

This was the final episode of Overwhelm is Optional. Turns out I was wrong! More episodes coming very soon. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

What if overwhelm wasn’t something to escape—but a guide leading you to ease and clarity? In this episode, we explore Rumi’s Guest House and the power of welcoming every emotion as a valuable guest. Through personal stories—including insights from a family history treasure hunt—you’ll discover how to transform overwhelming feelings into constructive insights that move you forward. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

The journey from overwhelm to joy isn’t a straight line—it’s a spiral. In this episode, I explore the reality of personal transformation, why it takes vulnerability, courage and commitment, and the importance of recognizing the shifts you’re already making. Reflections from my recent trip to CanterburyWhy the Gentle Rebel path isn’t linear (and why that’s a good thing)The power of noticing your own progress (even when it feels like you’re stuck)Why vulnerability is essential to lasting changeHow courage and commitment unlock real transformationBreaking free from the overwhelm-to-exhaustion cycle for good📅 Want to accelerate your transformation? Book a Curiosity Call today. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

Feeling stuck in the overwhelm-to-exhaustion cycle? It’s time to break free. In this episode, I reveal how to turn overwhelm into a powerful guide—not a problem to fix. Discover the mindset shift and simple practice that can change everything.  The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

Overwhelmed by all the things you need to think through, plan, or create?  In this episode, I share how I use AI to clear mental clutter, organise my ideas, and stay focused on what matters most—without losing my own voice or intuition. If you’re curious about how AI can help (not replace) your thinking, this one's for you. The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

The hit TV series Yellowstone reveals powerful mind traps that keep us stuck in overwhelm. In this episode, I explore three key traps inspired by the show—false choices, the illusion of control, and catastrophizing—and how to break free. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and pressured to push through, this is for you! 🎧 Listen now and start making overwhelm optional. 👉 Subscribe for more insights on turning overwhelm into clarity, ease, and joy! The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...

In this episode, I explore NASA’s fascinating research on fatigue and how it highlights surprising gender differences in how tiredness is perceived and managed. Together, we’ll unpack what it means to acknowledge our tiredness without judgement and gently rebel against the pressure to hide it. Here’s what I’ll cover: What NASA discovered about fatigue in astronautsWhy women’s tiredness is often underestimated (and men’s overestimated)My own reflections on the exhaustion that comes with socialisingThe unspoken societal pressures to appear “fine” when we’re anything butHow noticing and naming your tiredness can be a transformative act of self-careThe power of self-awareness to support your well-beingA gentle nudge to embrace your tiredness instead of pushing through it The podcast for high earning, big-hearted, driven professionals  and business owners who want to break free from overwhelm and experience more clarity, ease and joy. Overwhelm is Optional: Join The Gentle Rebellion Focus and satisfaction at work Switch off, laugh easily and be present at home Sign up for Gently Rebellious Emails here. The Gently Rebellious One-Minute Journal: A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most to you.  Buy here  Explore practical tools, resources and ways to work with me. Visit here www.heidimarke.co.uk Free Audio: The One Minute Marke Thanks to Purple Planet for the music. Affiliate Links & Disclaimer Some episodes and show notes include affiliate links for products I personally recommend. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This podcast is here to soothe and inspire, helping you reclaim your life from overwhelm. It is not intended as medical or professional advice. If you use any of the information shared here, you assum...