The Balance Theory

If you've ever felt like your worth depends on what you do, how you look, or who approves of you — you're not alone. In this raw and empowering conversation, Davina Rankin opens up about her journey of chasing external validation through modelling, relationships, and perfectionism… and what it took to finally feel enough without it.We dive deep into:✨ The habit that keeps you stuck in cycles of not-enoughness✨ Why external validation feels so addictive — and how to stop relying on it✨ The emotional shift that comes from choosing yourself first✨ How motherhood, celibacy, and solitude helped Davina reclaim her worthThis episode is a MUST-listen if you’re tired of seeking approval, performing for love, or feeling like you constantly have to prove yourself. It’s time to break the cycle and remember: your worth isn't something you earn — it's something you own.NUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the bone broth range!✨ GET 15% OFF HERE USING CODE: "THEBALANCETHEORY"CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 InstagramTIME STAMPS(01:27) Introduction(01:57) Why Celibacy?(08:04) Uncomfortable truth about yourself(12:32) Radical Self Acceptance(14:28) Don’t have poor spiritual hygiene(20:10) How has your feminine energy shifted(23:08) Practical Tips for moving away from External Validation(27:57) First step to seek your own validation(33:41) Showing up authentically you in all areas of your life equally (EVEN WORK)(38:33) Losing yourself & finding yourself as a mother(42:40) How has your self growth influenced your parenting?(46:05) Genuine Self love v Bandaid Self Love(47:56) Learn from your judgemental sideTHE STUDIO 🎥We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful Pivotal Conversations Studio on the Gold Coast, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough!WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% offSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve ever felt confused by food labels, overwhelmed by gut health advice, or unsure which supplements are actually worth it — this episode is for you. We sit down with Lisa Baker, a dermal therapist turned nutritionist and supplement product developer, to demystify what’s really worth paying attention to when it comes to nutrition. From breaking down misleading food label claims to understanding the connection between gut health and overall wellbeing, Lisa shares practical, no-stress tips to help you make more confident and informed choices.✨ You’ll learn:– How to actually read food labels without getting lost– What ingredients to watch out for (even in “clean” products)– When supplements can support your diet — and when they’re unnecessary– Why gut health matters more than you think– How to build a realistic, balanced approach to eatingThis is your no-BS guide to gut health and nutrition — grounded, practical, and empowering.CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram📚 Books TIME STAMPS(01:33) Introduction(02:43) Lisa’s journey from outside to inside health(05:44) 5 steps to creating a high quality product(10:48) Can we trust healthy clean labels?(14:33) What to look out for on labels(19:25) What foods/ingredients do you 100% avoid?(23:53) Supplements or Food?(26:05) Gut Health research update(29:25) Gut health helps mum’s breast milk for baby(32:34) FAD Diets - which one is worth exploring?(37:28) How does your work help you as a mum feeding your kids?(42:42) Is there a common nutrition rule you don’t agree with?(44:54) Ozempic - a concerning trend in Nutrition right now?NUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the bone broth range!✨ GET 15% OFF HERE USING CODE: "THEBALANCETHEORY"THE STUDIO 🎥We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful Pivotal Conversations Studio on the Gold Coast, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough!WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trialSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever feel like you should be further ahead in life? The podcast dives into 8 powerful signs that you might actually be doing better than you realize. It encourages celebrating small victories and recognizing personal growth beyond material success. With insights on combating feelings of inadequacy, listeners learn to appreciate their progress and embrace self-improvement. The discussion also touches on balancing various life aspects and establishing personal boundaries for a healthier mindset.

🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode includes a discussion of self-harm. Please take care while listening.You’re doing everything right — checking the boxes, reaching your goals, and growing on paper. But deep down, something still feels off.Why doesn’t the progress stick? Why does every achievement feel good… but only for a moment?In this episode, we uncover how shame often hides beneath the surface of high achievement — quietly driving your need to succeed, be the “good girl,” or live up to others’ expectations.🔑 We cover:* How shame subtly drives high achievers without them realising it* Why your wins don’t land the way you thought they would* The pressure to be the “good girl” — and what it’s costing you* What to do when your identity no longer feels like it fits* Friendship breakups, saying no, and reclaiming space for the real youIf you’ve ever felt like your life looks perfect but doesn’t feel like yours, this conversation will help you reconnect with the version of you that feels truly aligned.💭 You might not even realise shame is the root — but if your progress feels empty or fleeting, this might be your missing piece.NUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder and bone broth range.✨ GET 15% OFF HERE USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORYCONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram📚 Get UNAPOLOGETIC HereTIME STAMPS(00:00) Introduction(04:30) Are high achievers driven by shame?(07:55) Are Limiting Beliefs because of shame?(09:36) How do you know if your identity is actually you?(11:44) Why you shouldn’t say “be a good girl”(18:04) Be mindful of the word “SHOULD”(22:26) How do you be authentically you if others are used to another version?(24:31) How do you manage friendship breakups?(28:04) Narcissism in friendships(35:46) What’s the difference between being lonely or being on my own?(43:06) How does one get good at saying noWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trialSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can feel it — there’s more for you. More alignment. More purpose. More clarity. But no matter how hard you try… you feel stuck.In this powerful episode with Rochelle Fox, we unpack what’s really going on when you’re ready for more but can’t seem to move forward.
This isn’t about pushing harder — it’s about finally understanding what’s been blocking you… and unlocking what comes next.We explore: 🔓 How to move from stuck to self-led
🧭 The mindset shifts that create clarity and momentum
🧠 What your resistance and discomfort are actually trying to show you✨ How to learn & grow from your triggers💬 How to reconnect with your inner voice when you feel out of touch
🔥 Why this might be your turning point If you’ve been craving more but can’t figure out how to get it… this is the unlock you’ve been waiting for.CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram📚 MAGNETICNUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder & bone broth range.✨ GET 15% OFF USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORYwww.nutraorganics.com.auTIME STAMPS(01:12) Introduction(02:28) When you feel misaligned in work(06:40) When life gives you a fork in the road(11:12) We define ourselves based on what we do not who we are(12:12) One thing you should do before you quit(14:00) How to reframe “WHAT IF”(17:26) What it means if someone triggers you(19:33) Triggers – can they teach us anything?(29:35) Tall Poppy Syndrome in Australia is TOXIC(38:05) How to have a Growth Mindset(41:02) Watch your Digital Diet(45:48) STOP using this success metric and start using this one(52:12) Success isn’t an achievement, it’s THIS(56:04) Can mindfulness and ambition coexist(58:32) Create your own definitionsWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAV💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial🧡 This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video & support the channel at no cost to you. Thank you for your support!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling drained, stuck, or like you're just going through the motions at work? In this episode, we’re diving into the 7 clear (and often ignored) signs that it's time to walk away — even if everything looks “fine” on paper.Whether you're feeling burnt out, undervalued, or like you've simply outgrown your current role, this conversation will give you the clarity (and nudge) you’ve been waiting for.✨ Expect to hear: • The emotional and physical red flags you're probably brushing off• Why staying could be costing you more than you think• Practical steps to take if one (or more) of these signs hit home💭 If even ONE of these signs resonates... it’s time to listen in.NUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder and bone broth range.✨ GET 15% OFF USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORY www.nutraorganics.com.au👉🏽 My FREE Work Life Balance Workshop👉🏽 Podcast episode on Confidence in the WorkplaceTIME STAMPS(00:00) Introduction(01:00) 7 Signs you need to leave your job(07:29) Practical things to do to prep to LEAVEWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trialSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this empowering episode, Erika sits down with Luisa Dunn — a model, photographer, and advocate for age positivity— to explore why she stopped fighting the ageing process and embraced a new narrative around beauty, self-worth, and expression.From the pressures of anti-ageing culture to the emotional and financial cost of “looking young,” Luisa shares her powerful journey of unlearning societal standards and reclaiming her identity. This episode will challenge everything you’ve been taught about ageing, especially if you’re in your 20s or 30s and already feeling the pressure to maintain your looks.CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram TIME STAMPS(00:00) Introduction(02:50) What did Luisa want to be growing up?(07:48) What were your thoughts around ageing growing up?(13:40) Aim for body neutrality(16:03) What was your core belief about ageing?(18:31) Acknowledging ageist comments / conversations(23:50) Advice to someone on the fence about aesthetic choices?(28:25) How do you know if you genuinely want to make these choices or not?(34:25) How do you deal with backlash and hate from people online?(39:46) Universal Rule for Ageing?NUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder and bone broth range.✨ GET 15% OFF USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORYwww.nutraorganics.com.auTHE STUDIO 🎥We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful Pivotal Conversations Studio on the Gold Coast, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough: https://www.pivotalconversations.ai/Studio Instagram here👉🏽 My FREE Work Life Balance WorkshopWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trialSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacqui Kingswell, co-founder of The Pilates Class and a former professional dancer, shares insights into the emotional struggles of ambitious women. She discusses the guilt that often accompanies balancing motherhood and career ambitions. The conversation reveals the hidden costs of striving for perfection and the importance of redefining what ‘having it all’ means. Jacqui emphasizes the journey of self-acceptance and the need for mindfulness practices to prevent burnout while navigating the complexities of life and work.

You’ve seen the reels. The 5AM Club. Sunrise journaling. Cold plunges.But when you try to wake up early, it maybe doesn't feel right for you — and you’re left wondering:👉 “Why isn’t this working for me?”👉 “Am I just not disciplined enough?”👉 “Is everyone else wired differently?”In this episode, we dive into the real truth behind the 5AM hype — and why trying to force yourself into someone else’s routine might be holding you back. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at early mornings, this one's for you.You’re not broken. You just haven’t been told this yet.NUTRAORGANICSToday's episode is brought to you by my current daily go-to brand for all things wellness, supplements, vitamins and wholefoods. I am currently LOVING the collagen powder and bone broth range.✨ GET 15% OFF USING CODE: THEBALANCETHEORYwww.nutraorganics.com.auTIME MANAGEMENT PLAYLISTListen on YouTube nowWHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trialSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you holding onto a version of yourself that no longer fits?Change is uncomfortable—but staying the same is even worse. If you feel stuck, lost, or resistant to moving forward, this episode will help you understand why your old life won’t let you go and how to finally break free.🚨 In this conversation, with Najwa Zebian we explore:
✔️ Why change feels so hard and why we resist it 
✔️ The misconception of resilience—are you truly strong or just afraid? 
✔️ How to deal with people who want you to stay the same
✔️ The bonds that keep you inauthentic—and how to identify them 
✔️ Practical tips for managing guilt when you start to change 🔑 The truth? Your past is comfortable, but your future is waiting. If you’ve been struggling to let go of old habits, toxic relationships, or even an identity that no longer serves you, this episode is for you.CONNECT WITH NAJWA📸 Instagram📚 Book TIME STAMPS(00:00) Introduction(06:44) How do you know if you’re addicted to productivity?(17:05) Are you choosing the right people in your life?(24:33) Productivity for ourselves vs for people pleasing(29:16) How do we welcome change?(33:47) Misconception of resilience(39:26) How do we deal with people that want us to stay the same?(47:39) Practical tips for managing guilt(50:04) How do we know what bonds are keeping us inauthentic?WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram📱TiktokMY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trialSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.