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- This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.
- Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.
- 💡 Meet Heidi Marke
I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:- Stop pushing through overwhelm.
- Redefine success on your own terms.
- Reclaim your time, energy, and life.
Thank you to purpleplanet.com for the music.
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What if overwhelm wasn’t a sign of failure, but a trickster blocking the easier way to live your life?In this episode, I share my personal journey from burnout to creating The Gentle Rebellion Against Overwhelm. We’ll explore how to gently—but firmly—say no to the pressure and yes to the clarity, energy, and joy that come from listening to yourself.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why there’s nothing wrong with you—it’s overwhelm.How overwhelm blocks the easier, more joyful ways forward.The s...
This week, we’re diving into something we all long for but often struggle to find—space. Not just a gap in your schedule, but true space for you. The kind of space where your shoulders soften, your mind clears, and your heart feels light.In this episode, we explore:Why space is more than a “to-do” or productivity hack.How to shift from the overwhelm of the season to a sense of spaciousness.A gently rebellious approach to creating space, even when it feels impossible.Practices to help you feel...
🎙️ Feeling overwhelmed as the year wraps up? You're not alone. In this episode, I acknowledge the unique end-of-year pressures and share 3 gently rebellious practices to help you find space, ease, and joy amidst the chaos.Discover how small shifts like The Morning Promise, Neutral Noticing, and Gently Rebellious Gratitude can ease overwhelm and reconnect you with yourself.✨ Ready to create space for joy, even in the busiest times? Tune in and explore how to end the year feeling lighter and mo...
Why are meetings always back-to-back? In this episode, we explore how constant demands on your time—without space to reset—lead to overwhelm, frustration, and decreased performance. Discover why this happens, how it affects you, and what you can do to gently rebel against the culture of non-stop appointments.Plus, I share tips for creating space in your day and how a simple one-minute reset can help you regain clarity and energy between meetings. Reclaim your headspace and find a better way t...
Have you ever caught yourself slipping back into old patterns of stress and pressure? In this episode, I share a personal moment of recognising my own 'Stressy Pants' behaviour and how I gently shifted back to calm and clarity.Learn how to notice the early signs of overwhelm, why it’s okay to laugh at yourself, and practical steps to stop stress in its tracksSupport the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Mark...
As autumn arrives, do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by self-imposed expectations to stay productive, organised, or ahead of the game? In this episode, I explore how the seasonal shift can amplify internal pressures—and how to gently rebel against them.Learn how to embrace the natural rhythms of autumn, release unnecessary expectations, and find a deeper sense of ease and freedom as the season changes.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download...
As the year winds down, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by unfinished goals or pressure to 'make the most' of the remaining time. But what if there’s another way?In this episode, I share how to gently reflect, set meaningful intentions, and craft a purposeful path into the new year—without the stress. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This i...
There’s hidden ease all around us—if we take the time to notice it. In this episode, I share how to uncover the moments of simplicity, flow, and joy that already exist in your life.Plus, explore these Messy Journaling Questions (MJQs) to deepen your reflection:Where am I insisting this is the only way to do something or have something?When do I use words like 'difficult' and 'hard work'?Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute au...
Reflecting on my recent road trip through the Pacific Northwest of America I found way more awe and wonder than the doom and gloom news headlines would suggest.A great reminder of the importance of valuing your attention. After all, where you place your attention determines the experience of your life.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is t...
Here's what I did when travel overwhelm hit me just before going on my Pacific North West adventure.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back. Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for ...
A fast and effective way to deal with overwhelm.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back. Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to...
This week I invite you to settle back and enjoy being read to from my book Overwhelm is Optional - with my Cavalier spaniels, Rosie, Nutmeg and Kanagarooby.Feel seen and understood because it's not just you.Please consider buying my book and sharing it. Available on Amazon.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast for big-hearted, h...
Want more energy? This week I discuss my experiences of waking The Camino without the usual stress and exhaustion with Sarah Parrode, The Portable Wellness Coach and endurance athlete. Sarah's experiences as a global nomad offer a unique lens through which we examine the profound mind-body connection and its impact on our overall wellness. https://www.inmotion-coaching.com/Thrive anywhere: Portable wellness for those on the moveHelping Global Nomads, Runners, and Wellness Seekers Achieve...
Can branding be more than something you struggle to get done so that you can get on with building your business? What if it was an opportunity for deep, personal transformation? Emily Rosales, Founder of Simply.Me Coaching. Emily helps passionate entrepreneurs and small business owners to build and monetize their brand.Find out more about Emily and connect with her here:www.simplyme-coaching.comIG: _emilyyrosalesSupport the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm?...
I never saw this gift coming!Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back. Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, re...
The 200th episode - join me as I celebrate and reflect.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back. Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s ...
Join us as we uncover the transformative power of stories with D Grant-Smith, a master storyteller and self-concept specialist. Youtube for our Hero Story Garden Show: https://www.youtube.com/@dgrantsmith/streamsWhere to buy his books & stories: https://growthfarming.com/productsWhere to connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dgrantsmith/Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Ma...
Ever feel like your to-do list is running your life instead of the other way around? This week on the Overwhelm is Optional podcast, we uncover the insidious "circular tyranny" of to-dos—a relentless cycle where tasks seem to endlessly refill, creating a perpetual state of stress and anxiety.Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast...
Have you ever felt the pressure of trying to be someone you’re not just to fit in? Join us in this enlightening episode of the Overwhelm is Optional podcast, where I sit down with executive coach Alyssa Gioscia to uncover the true essence of embracing authenticity and setting boundaries.Alyssa Gioscia (Josha). Executive Coach focused on leadership, mindset and performance. With a little kick. ;)https://alyssagioscia.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssagioscia/Support the show 🎧 The One Min...
Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke. Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional Podcast This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back. Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create...
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I love the authentic way how Danni described her journey to deciding to help others to beat their overwhelm. I was fortuntate enough to be guided through a goal mapping session by Danni a year ago and it was a great experience.