EP 135: The intensity paradox: Why “balance” is keeping you stuck, and what to strive for instead

Today, I want to talk about something that might trigger some of you — and that’s a good thing! We’ve all been sold this dream of ‘work-life balance’, right? The idea that if we just figure out a schedule, if we just time-block our days right, we’ll be happy and fulfilled. But here’s the truth: Nobody actually wants a work-life balance. In this solo ep, we’re diving deep into the myth of ‘balance’, thoughts that have been on my mind lately, balance vs contrast and what you should be striving for, why intensity works best for our minds, why the real danger isn’t burnout + what it really is, and so much more!So babe, grab your cacao or matcha and a journal, because you’re going to want to do some serious reflections after this! CLAIM YOUR SPOT TO WORK WITH ME IN A PRIVATE SETTING IN Q4 HERE!In this episode, I dive into: 00:55 - Intro to the episode - why striving for balance might be keeping you stuck03:15 - Honest thoughts that have been on my mind lately19:05 - The myth of ‘balance’23:15 - A personal story that gave me some huge insights25:30 - Balance vs contrast and what you should be striving for 28:25 - Why intensity works best for our minds33:20 - A guided exercise ------Similar Episode: Episode 120 - LIFE RESET SERIES PT 3 - How to 'do it all', without burning out | my step-by-step processConnect with Laura: Laura’s Website: https://www.lauraherde.com/Laura’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura.herde/Laura’s 1-1 Coaching: https://www.lauraherde.com/application-1-1Laura’s Coaching Certification Course: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedcoachacademy/More free resources for you:*FREE* HEAL YOUR FEMININE ENERGY GUIDE⁠*FREE* MASTERCLASS: THE ART OF ATTRACTION (MEN & MONEY)>> EMAIL ME TO CONNECT/ ASK QUESTIONS: [email protected]>> FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: @laura.herde Feel free to share this episode with your bestie, and tag us on IG when you listen so we can repost you!Make sure to be subscribed to UNFUCK YOUR LIFE, we publish episodes every single Tuesday.Thank you so much for tuning in, love xx