In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, hosted by Jayne Morris, executive burnout coach, we delve into busyness and burnout with guest Philip Atkinson. Philip, a leadership team expert and founder of Hive Logic, shares insights from his book 'Bee Wise: Leadership Lessons from the Beehive.' We explore how bees, known for their industrious nature, also rest and how this can teach humans about effective leadership. The conversation touches on creating a 'thinking environment,' balancing busy...
Jun 17, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 57
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, host Jayne Morris delves into the therapeutic benefits of singing as a tool to combat burnout and enhance well-being. She is joined by James Sills, a musician, TEDx speaker, and the founder of Sofa Singers. James shares insights on how group singing can improve social, mental, and physical health, making it an effective antidote to burnout. He emphasises the importance of approaching singing as a process rather than a performance, thus reducing pres...
May 20, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 56
In this engaging episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Balanceology co-founder Jayne Morris welcomes Michael Heppell, the celebrated author of nine books and seasoned motivational speaker. They delve into the pervasive issue of under-appreciation and burnout within teams of all sizes. Michael shares invaluable insights from his experience, including practical strategies for self-recognition, appreciating others, and managing personal and organisational culture challenges. Highlights include the...
Apr 29, 2025•37 min•Season 3Ep. 55
In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, host Jayne Morris interviews Noomi Melchior Natan, an internationally experienced leadership coach and author. They discuss the transformative power of journaling, the concept of 'teeny tiny tweaks' for personal growth, and practical tips for preventing and recovering from burnout. Noomi also shares insights from her book, offering a fresh perspective on how structured journaling can help break negative thinking patterns and promote mental wellbeing...
Mar 18, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 54
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne Morris introduces a conversation with Lauren Chiren, founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage. Together, they delve into the often overlooked connection between menopause and burnout. Lauren shares her personal journey of navigating early onset menopause and discusses the various symptoms that can be confused with burnout. She highlights the importance of awareness, supportive workplace environments, and the necessity of self-compassion and...
Feb 18, 2025•25 min•Season 3Ep. 53
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne Morris and guest expert Polly Downes discuss 'Mindful Self-Compassion and Burnout.' Polly, an experienced leadership coach and mindful self-compassion teacher, shares her journey and insights into self-compassion as a tool for preventing and recovering from burnout. Topics include the importance of self-talk, the concept of common humanity, and practical mindful practices to ease into the new year. They emphasise the potential of self-compassi...
Jan 21, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 52
Exploring Grief and Burnout with Jess Goyder In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, executive burnout coach Jayne Morris talks to Jess Goyder, a certified grief recovery therapist and bereavement counsellor, about the intricate connections between grief and burnout. Jess shares her personal journey of losing her singing career due to chronic illness and its impact on her life. The discussion covers various aspects of grief, including its emotional complexity and the importance of self-co...
Dec 10, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 51
In Season 3, Episode 10 of The Art of Balance podcast, hosted by Balanceology co-founder Jayne Morris, workplace design expert Kay Sargent discusses the critical role of workspace design in preventing burnout and enhancing productivity in hybrid work models. Kay emphasises the importance of understanding organisational culture and sensory intelligence to create environments that accommodate individual and collective needs. Kay shares insights from her extensive research on how different forms of...
Nov 19, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 50
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, executive burnout coach Jayne Morris hosts Suzanne Roynon, a Feng Shui and Interiors Therapy expert to discuss the impact clutter and home environments have on burnout. They explore how objects such as plants and art can affect personal energy, contributing to burnout. Suzanne explains Feng Shui principles and house types, highlighting how spaces can influence well-being and relationships. The conversation delves into the psychological and energetic...
Oct 15, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 49
The Healing Power of Forest Therapy with Monique Giroux In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne is joined by Monique Giroux, a Forest Therapy Guide and author of 'Lost Intentionally'. Monique shares her journey from a high-stress corporate career to a peaceful, nomadic lifestyle. They explore the concepts of forest bathing, mindfulness, and the benefits of reconnecting with nature to prevent and recover from burnout. Monique discusses how simple practices can help individuals slow d...
Sep 17, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 48
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, co-founder Jayne Morris is joined by Dr. David Hamilton to discuss his new book, 'The Joy of Actually Giving a Fuck'. Dr. Hamilton, a former pharmaceutical researcher turned author and kindness advocate, explains the physiological and psychological benefits of kindness and how it can help prevent burnout. The episode delves into the significance of self-kindness, addressing challenging people, and the powerful effects of bonding with pets. Listeners...
Jul 09, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 47
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, host Jayne Morris introduces John Fleming, a Balanceology associate trainer, supervisor, and coach. They discuss John's personal journey through burnout cycles, particularly in the context of neurodiversity, and how these experiences have shaped his understanding of true resilience. John shares insights on recognising burnout, the importance of slowing down, and rethinking resilience beyond 'bouncing back'. The episode highlights the significance of...
Jun 11, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 46
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, we're joined by Marcia Brissett Bailey, a prominent figure in neurodiversity advocacy. Marcia shares her insightful journey as a black, neurodivergent woman navigating the challenges posed by societal structures. She touches on critical themes such as education's impact on neurodiverse individuals, the intersectionality of race, class, and neurodiversity, and the importance of visibility and voice for marginalised communities. Through personal anecd...
May 14, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 45
This episode focuses on the concept of anhedonia, an often overlooked condition characterised by the loss of pleasure in previously enjoyable activities, which Jayne discusses with the author Tanith Carey. Tanith, who has published 14 books in 35 languages, shares her personal journey through anhedonia, which was significantly influenced by burnout and the pressures of modern life. The discussion explores anhedonia as a critical grey area in mental health between joy and depression, highlighting...
Apr 09, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 44
In this episode, Jayne is in conversation with Michael Amster, a physician, awe researcher, writer and teacher with 20 years' experience as a pain management specialist, and who has been a meditation practitioner for over 30 years. Discover: How awe can be cultivated by paying attention to simple moments of wonder in daily life The 'A.W.E. process' of micro-dosing mindfulness - taking less than a minute per day How awe can help prevent burnout and enhance well-being The power that awe has to fos...
Mar 05, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 43
Poetry as a Bridge Out of Burnout Discover the powerful impact of poetry, even (and perhaps especially) if you don’t usually feel drawn to experiment with this art form. In this episode, Frank Bolaji Irawo, author of Dream, poet, speaker and fellow coach, speaks to Jayne about: How easy it can be to lift a pen and experiment with poetry The power of poetry as a tool to deepen self-reflection How expressing our internal and external experiences through poetry can be revelatory The use of poetry i...
Feb 08, 2024•28 min•Season 3Ep. 41
Radical Candor and Preventing Burnout In this episode, packed with leadership tips, Kim Scott, author of Just Work and Radical Candor, speaks to Jayne about: - The value of soliciting feedback for oneself - How to overcome obnoxious aggression, manipulative insincerity and ruinous empathy - The importance of compassion, trust, gratitude and genuine appreciation - How lack of feedback can lead to burnout and what to do about it Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting...
Jan 09, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 1
This episode is part 2 of a 2 part mental health special* The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including enforced isolation, lockdowns and widespread working from home have had a huge impact on peoples wellbeing and in particular, their mental health. This has meant that the topic of mental health is being discussed more widely now than ever before. The need for more education and support around this subject is shared by individuals and workplaces alike. In this episode your hosts, Jayne Morris...
Jun 10, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 40
*This episode is part 1 of a 2 part mental health special* The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including enforced isolation, lockdowns and widespread working from home have had a huge impact on peoples wellbeing and in particular, their mental health. This has meant that the topic of mental health is being discussed more widely now than ever before. The need for more education and support around this subject is shared by individuals and workplaces alike. In this episode your hosts, Jayne Morri...
May 27, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Mental Health Awareness week aims to educate and increase awareness of mental health. In support of this initiative we have recorded a special episode that takes a different format to our usual topical conversations. In this unique instalment, the UK's leading Burnout Coach, Jayne Morris, will talk you through a guided walk to help you reset and rebalance. We recommend listening to this on your phone, with your headphones in. Ideally head outside, somewhere that you feel safe and inspired by nat...
May 16, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Since 2021 an economic trend that has seen millions of people voluntarily resign from their jobs due to overwork, stress, job dissatisfaction and a general desire to work for companies with aligned values has been labelled 'The Great Resignation'. In this episode, Burnout Expert and coach, Jayne Morris discusses how this trend came about, the effect that it has had on people's wellbeing and what both employers and employees can do to help address it. Wellbeing coach, Dylan Cox takes a light-hear...
May 06, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 37
The style that a parent adopts when raising a child can have a significant impact on how that child views them-self during adolescence and into adulthood. In this episode Burnout Expert and coach Jayne Morris discusses the 4 main parenting styles and how each style can positively or negatively effect a child, whilst wellbeing coach Dylan Cox reflects on how changing beliefs developed in childhood can help free you from seeking permission. Balanceology is a leading wellbeing solutions business sp...
Apr 22, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Being able to connect with others in an authentic, genuine and empathetic manner does not come easily to everyone. First, we have to deeply connect with ourselves, understand our inner workings and meet friends, family and colleagues with an open mind. In this episode the UK's leading burnout expert and co-founder of Balanceology, Jayne Morris, shares her top tips of how to connect deeply with others. Wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, offers light hearted insights into the power of open questioning and...
Apr 07, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Whether you are recovering from burnout, a broken relationship or the loss of a loved one, you may feel like you will never get back to being your old self again. In this episode, leading burnout expert and coach, Jayne Morris, opens up about her own experience of burnout and how recovery led to her becoming a better, more vibrant version of herself. Balanceology is a leading wellbeing solutions business specifically focused on supporting organisations to prevent workplace burnout through our 4 ...
Apr 01, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 34
The loss of a loved one, friend or pet can be incredibly difficult to process and often the associated grief can be overwhelming. In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, burnout expert Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, discuss the different stages of grief, its symptoms and ways to help you overcome grief in a positive and future focussed way. We also discuss: Different types of grief - death of a loved on, grieving a lost childhood, grief associated to no longer being able to d...
Mar 25, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Stress can be overwhelming and with recent world events, it may feel like a real struggle to juggle all of your responsibilities without burning out. Relaxation may be the last thing on your mind as you cannot see the wood for the trees, however, it is likely the single most powerful action you can take to de-stress and regain strength and focus. In this episode of the Art of Balance Podcast, burnout expert Jayne Morris and wellbeing coach Dylan Cox, discuss why relaxing is important, how we all...
Mar 18, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Shame can make us feel embarrassed, humiliated and guilty but it can also lead to long term feelings of inadequacy and worthlessness. Whilst any of us may have experienced isolated moments of shame for others it can be a chronic, longterm issue, in the form of toxic shame. This can lead to a number of issues including feelings of: Isolation Emotional Distress (Anger, sadness and self-loathing) Needing to be perfect Being unable to lower your guard in a relationship Unworthyness But why do we exp...
Mar 11, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Do you have a long list of regrets? Perhaps you didn't go for that dream job opportunity or you didn't ask out that person you liked for a drink? Maybe you have lost contact with a loved one and regret not getting in touch sooner or wish you had made different choices in your childhood. Holding onto these regrets is rarely productive and can often lead to negative self talk which results in feelings of anger, disappointment and that change is not possible. In this episode the UK's leading Burnou...
Mar 04, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 30
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been far reaching with billions of people worldwide experiencing lockdowns and isolation. This has led to an increase in a number of mental health issues and also the feeling of loneliness. Have you ever been surrounded by people that you love and care for but still feel lonely? Do you perhaps feel misunderstood or even worse, not listened to our valued? Do your social connections not match what you truly want? Are you experiencing loneliness but fear shar...
Feb 18, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 29
WellTech or wellbeing technology is on the rise, with hugely popular apps such as Calm and Headspace leading the way. Whilst these apps aim to help with wide-ranging issues such as sleep, stress and mental health are they really as effective as they make out? In this episode burnout experts and founders of Balanceology, Jayne Morris and Dylan Cox discuss how technology isn't always the answer, especially in the wellbeing space. This light-hearted conversation covers the impact of too much screen...
Feb 11, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 28
