161 The Hidden Energy Drain Most Clinic Owners Ignore

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Welcome

Happy Christmas Eve and welcome back to the podcast. This episode is a little different to what I normally share. It is not about strategy, numbers, growth plans, systems, team, or leadership. It is more reflective and personal, and I wanted to share something I have been exploring quietly for months.

Episode Summary

This week I am sharing a Christmas Eve reflection on something that has been quietly changing the way I work, lead, and live: the energy of my environment.

I have been reading The Calm and Happy Home by Kirsty Gallagher, and it has made me much more aware of how my home, desk, clinic, and even my car can either support me or drain me. Clutter can feel like unfinished business, and when a space feels busy or chaotic, your nervous system is still responding even if you are not consciously thinking about it.

I talk about starting small with decluttering, asking whether your space supports the person you are becoming, and focusing on flow rather than perfection. I also share a few things I have been experimenting with around feng shui, plus a reminder that getting help at home is not indulgent, it is strategic.

Key Takeaways

• Everything is energy, and your environment influences you more than you realise.
• Clutter is like unfinished business and it creates an energetic drag.
• Start small: one drawer, one surface, one cupboard that would instantly make you feel lighter.
• Ask yourself: Does this support the person I am becoming?
• Organisation is about flow and ease, not perfection.
• Fixing small annoyances removes friction and frees up capacity.
• Your desk is your command centre. What is in your eye line matters.
• Getting support (cleaner, help at home, VA) can be a strategic way to protect your energy.

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