077 | Instagram Detox Complete! Here's What Happened

What happens when you stop doing what everyone says you're "supposed" to do and start testing what actually works for your energy, your family, and your business? I spent 8-10 hours a week on Instagram because that's what you do as an entrepreneur, right? Except my daughter kept asking "Mom, are you listening?" while my face was buried in my phone. So I deleted the app for 30 days to see what would happen. The results cracked me wide open in ways I didn't expect. My podcast downloads jumped 39% without Instagram promotion. I reclaimed a full work week worth of time. Aisy rated my presence improvement from a 6 to an 8.5 out of 10. But the biggest shift? The creative clarity that emerged when I stopped unconsciously falling into comparison spirals and started putting blinders up to focus on what actually matters. What we're covering: The real numbers: 39% podcast growth, 152% total growth since November!! How I used those extra 32-40 hours in the month I reclaimed Why my 70% increase in focus unlocked opportunities I never saw coming The difference between life-draining vs life-giving marketing channels and decisions My honest take on whether I'm re-downloading Instagram Craving Deeper Understanding? Ready to challenge what you think is "required" for your business? Try your own experiment - even just a weekend. Track what you care about and email me your findings at [email protected]. Love this episode?! Hit subscribe so you never miss an episode. ✨ Apps & tools mentioned: Otter (transcription app) ScreenZen (app usage governor) Claude AI Jess Ekstrom's Mic Drop Workshop Natalie MacNeil's AI Dream Team You get to decide how you create your impact. Building a business that serves your life instead of stealing from it? That's the real success metric. Be brave, not perfect, my babe! Xx, Kaija   Tune Into Related Episodes 067 | 5 Systems I'm Using to Reclaim My Time, Energy and Presence in 2026 065 | My Phone Addiction Is Stealing My Daughter's Childhood (And What I'm Doing About It) 062 | How to Stop Second-Guessing Yourself: Using Your Values and Human Design Authority to Make Aligned Decisions . . . Disclaimer: This podcast shares personal stories, experiences, and reflections on relationships, consciousness work, and personal growth. The content is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health support, medical advice, or therapeutic treatment. If you're experiencing crisis, abuse, or severe mental health symptoms, please reach out to a qualified professional. Your journey is your own - trust yourself to know what support you need and when you need it.