
The Balance Theory
Struggling to find balance in your life and achieve your goals? Join Erika De Pellegrin on The Balance Theory, a self development podcast packed with actionable strategies to build confidence, crush your goals, unlock the life you want and transform your mindset in the process. As a lawyer who’s conquered burnout, she shares powerful tips on self-growth, productivity, and unlocking your true potential—without the guilt, overwhelm & stress that comes from trying to juggle different areas of life. The Balance Theory is a powerful approach to reframing life balance, so you can build the life you are dreaming of without compromising what matters most. Join us weekly for practical and personal tools and insights to help find your unique balance, to be inspired by guests like Kayla Itsines, Kelsey Wells, Steph Claire Smith, Laura Henshaw, KIC Founders, Sarah Davidson, Chontel Duncan, Georgie Stevenson and more.Tune in to break through barriers and start living the life you deserve!Spotify Playlists:Mindset PlaylistSelf Awareness Playlist Health + Fitness PlaylistHead on over and connect with us on our TikTok, YouTube & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Mar 6, 2022 • 21min
MM21 Get comfortable with doing nothing
This weeks episode is inspired by something I’ve recently been struggling with and I know a lot of you do too as A-type personalities, and that is getting comfortable with doing nothing. Before I share my thoughts on this, I want to share some exciting personal updates in my personal life that have lead me to having to get comfortable with doing nothing, and why I’m realising that is the ultimate form of self care!Connect with us more @thebalancetheory and pass this episode on to someone who will love it as much as you!Until next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 2022 • 44min
Brianna Creenaune on surviving a house fire & relearning self love
When Brianna was only 16, she was in a house fire and received 60% burns to her body. After defying the odds, countless surgeries and gruelling physical therapy Brianna found her self love and passion for taking photos during her recovery, a passion that has led to her creating her own social media platform. Today she shares that passion with us, as well as a deep dive into overcoming self doubt, body image self acceptance, the meaning of self care and phoenix cups. You can connect with Brianna more on instagram at @briannacreenaune and with us @thebalancetheorySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 2022 • 43min
Jada Perfect on the cost of a job you hate
Today I am joined by Jada Perfect, the Founder of Boss Lady Events; a social networking community for women who maybe like you, are currently running their own small business or wish to begin doing so. She started Boss Lady Events with the sole intention to empower, educate and inspire women to take the plunge in making their business goals go from a dream to an everyday reality - which is a great essence of what we discuss today! She shares how she balances her passions, Boss Lady with her 9-5 (actually evening) Pizza shop business, what juggling purpose is all about, why Monday's are her favourite and the cost of a job you hate on your health. ALSO if you're someone who wants something different, Jada gives some tips on what the next step could be, whether its a business or another job as well as lots of amazing networking tips! Lastly, for all businesses, the million $ question of whether it's necessary to show up on social media - the answer is YES and Jada tells us why!Connect with Jada more on her website or on IG @bossladyeventsUntil next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2022 • 50min
Georgie on high functioning anxiety + the truth about self sabotage
Today I am joined by Georgie Collinson (some of you may know her as Georgie the Naturopath) who is an Anxiety Mindset Coach, Hypnotherapist, Naturopath and Nutritionist. Today she shares her passion for helping busy women to achieve balance in their mind, body and business.Today we dive deep into - you guessed it - all things anxiety related including what it is, high functioning anxiety and tools for when you're feeling anxious (and things to try/avoid). Speaking of tools, we discuss why having a toolkit is better than 3 go to solutions, how to hold space for yourself and why it's a superpower, superwoman syndrome & what our "inner child" or subconscious has to do with self sabotage.Share this episode with someone you know will love it! You can find more about Georgie and her work via the following: Podcast - The Anxiety Reset PodcastInstagram - @georgiethenaturopathWebsite - www.georgiecollinson.comUntil next time,Stay Balanced Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 2022 • 32min
MM20 How to make procrastination work in your favour
This week I talk all about something that plagues many of us and our movement towards our goals - PROCRASTINATION! We explore the two different types of procrastination and give you the info you need to be able to identify when it's "good" or "bad" procrastination. Another key aspect of this is learning that procrastination isn't necessarily a self control problem, but about an emotional regulation problem. If you've been down by procrastination for too long now and want to kick it in the butt, then this is the episode for you!Or take it one step further if it's standing in the way of you and your goals, and sign up to our Goal Setting Workshop where you learn how to get a clear path and do something small everyday to make your goals a reality! Q&A Episode on Goal Setting Workshop hereGoal Setting Workshop hereDon't forget to use the code PODCAST at checkout!Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 2022 • 56min
Shannah Kennedy on building a life plan, the cost of burn out & unlearning habits
Today I am joined by Shannah Kennedy who shares her thoughts and knowledge on why we need a life plan. Think about it ... we are not our jobs - it's what we do, not who we are. So who are we? She shares the cost of burnout on her personal health. how to draw a line between your hobbies/passions and life, flipping guilt for not being productive, unlearning habits and dealing with expectations. My final sneak preview is her thoughts on why high performers need to value rest and recovery (which often is so counter intuitive) to perform sustainably.SO MUCH packed in today's chat. Links below.Our IG: @thebalancetheoryGoal Setting Workshop: HEREEpisode detailing Goal Setting Workshop: HEREShannah IG: @shannahkennedyShannah website: HEREShare with someone who will love this chat!Until next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 2022 • 1h 1min
Meah Robertson on how different contraceptives work, PCOS & alkalising the body
Today I am joined by Meah Robertson, the owner of LifeStart Naturopathics and the creator of Fem21, which is a superfood, herbal blend designed specifically for women’s health and hormone balance. Today we chat about SO MANY things from adrenal fatigue, to how our hormones work, to how those hormones are impacted by different contraceptives, to how contraceptives actually work as well! Big focus on the pill, why you should have pill breaks, tips for when you're getting a blood test, PCOS, alkalising the body and eating for your blood type.Get out your pen & paper because this is a jam packed info session on all things women's health!You can connect with Meah more in IG @meahrobertson, @fem21 or via her website.Check out our GOAL SETTING WORKSHOP if you haven't already!Until next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 16, 2022 • 58min
Alison Shamir on imposter syndrome & why we're our own harshest critic
This week I am joined by Imposter Syndrome Expert Alison Shamir to chat all things (you guessed it), Imposter Syndrome! We go deep into what it is and some tips on how to deal with it, as well as self doubt and what it means to be our authentic self.She shares why and how we're our own harshest critic, limiting beliefs, how we self sabotage and perfectionism. If you're the type of person who feels like they aren't good enough to be doing what they're doing or feel like you're an imposter, then this is the episode for you! Take control of your own journey back and learn more about yourself in today's episode.You can connect with Alison more on IG @alisonshamir or via her website https://alisonshamir.com where you can subscribe to learn more about Alison's work & upcoming programs and get free weekly expert insights and coaching tips direct to your inbox.GOAL SETTING WORKSHOP: Until next time,Stay Balanced.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 2022 • 7min
Are you falling to this year's Quitters Day & everything you need to know about our Goal Setting Workshop ✨
Hi Balancers! A quick episode from me to answer lots of Qs I have received this week regarding our Goal Setting Workshop + what the heck is Quitters Day and how to avoid falling to it! Tune in for an EXCLUSIVE Listener discount to our course! ✨Stay Balanced. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 9, 2022 • 19min
MM19 Do you make these 3 mistakes when goal setting?
Welcome back to our first episode of 2022! There is so much goodness coming your way this year. To kick it off, three mistakes people most commonly make when setting goals and some tips on how to avoid them. This is perfect if you've just set goals or are thinking about them and are ready to conceptualise them for your year.ANNOUNCEMENT: We have launched our Goal Setting workshop which is now live! If you're serious about hitting your goals this year, then this is perfect for you! Use the code 'PODCAST' to get a discount at the checkout. Course includes video content & an eBook.Mentioned episode on disarming fears can be found here.Until next time,Stay BalancedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.