Simply Happy Conversations
Simply Happy Conversation podcast is for people who are ready to create more time using organisational strategies so that they can start to simplify their life and prioritise their health.
Narelle King a wellness & organisational coach and yin & nidra yoga instructor chats with other health & organisational experts and shares solo episodes with tips to help you simplify your life and prioritise your health.
Medical organisation tips with Vicki from My Medical Organiser | Season 4 Episode 42
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Vicki the creator and founder of My Medical Organiser, a planner to organise and keep anything related to medical needs in one spot.
In this episode:
-Vicki shares why she developed the My Medical Organiser.
-Ways to help you organise your medical documents.
-How to organise your medicine cabinets.
Links:
Want to find out more about The Medical Organiser?
www.mymedicalorganiser.com.au
https://www.facebook.com/mymedicalorganiser
https://www.instagram.com/mymedicalorganiser
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https://www.instagram.com/simplyhappycircle/
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/9tbImz8LTgo
Why a retreat is not just a ‘girls weekend’ away | Season 4 Episode 41
In this solo episode, Narelle shares reasons why a retreat is not just a ‘Girls’ weekend away’.
It’s an opportunity to give back to yourself!
In this solo episode:
-Four benefits of a retreat.
-Difference between a girls weekend and a retreat.
-Why it’s important to prioritise time for yourself.
-Benefits from women who’ve attended the Mums’ Revive Retreat
Links:
https://simplyhappy.com.au/mums-retreat/
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Simple steps to help organise your pantry | Season 4 Episode 40
In this solo episode, Narelle shares tips to help you declutter and organise your pantry so that it’s a more functional space in your home.
In this solo episode:
-Steps to declutter and organise your pantry.
-Items to store food.
-Ideas if you have limited pantry space
-Tips To avoid cluttered pantry shelves once it’s organised.
Links:
For more ideas head to my pinterest board https://www.pinterest.com.au/simplyhappycircle/pantry-organisation-storage-ideas/
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Avoid food waste with Jane from Zing Home | Season 4 Episode 39
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Jane, a professional organiser from Sydney based Zing Home. She is passionate about reducing, donating and recycling unwanted items from your home.
In this episode:
-Jane shares her journey from a corporate job to Professional Organiser.
-Tips to help you donate unwanted items and recycle items.
-Ways to reduce food waste in your home.
-Ideas to store food in your fridge.
Links:
Want to connect with Jane? https://zinghomeorganising.com.au/
https://m.facebook.com/zinghomeorganising
https://www.instagram.com/zing_home_organising/
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/T0kpWSAXlNw
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How I listen to my body to plan my work | Season 4 Episode 38
In this solo episode, Narelle shares what she does to support her physical and mental health so that she can plan her work to be more productive.
In this solo episode:
-How I use food and exercise to support both my physical and mental health
-Bedtime routines to support sleep
-How to use time blocking for planning your work
-How to use your monthly cycle to get things done
Links:
Mouth tapping https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/respiratory-conditions/mouth-taping-for-sleep
Menstrual cycle https://www.verywellmind.com/how-your-energy-changes-on-your-menstrual-cycle-5115670
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Kinesiology to improve your health with Briarna from Organically Grown Kin | Season 4 Episode 37
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Briarna from Organically Grown Kinesiology. She’s a kinesiologist that’s passionate about guiding women to nourish the feminine and the rollercoaster ride of emotions that comes with being an incredible woman in this masculine driven world.
In this episode:
-Briarna shares her journey from oral health therapist to Kinesiology with the added juggle of motherhood.
-What is kinesiology
-How kinesiology can help unlock stress and dis-ease in your life
-Tips to help you connect back with your body and listen to what your body needs as a women.
Links:
Want to connect with Briarna?
https://organicallygrownkin.com.au/
Follow Briarna on social media
https://www.instagram.com/organically_grown_kin/
https://www.facebook.com/organically_grown_kin-107601958268215
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/sl-BJ-fmH1o
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Tips to help you be more productive while working from home | Season 4 Episode 36
In this solo episode, Narelle shares tips to help you be more productive while working from home so that you stay focused, feel more motivated and get more done.
In this solo episode:
-Ideas to set up a work station
-How to plan and create structure in your day
-Tips to reduce back and forwards chains of emails
-Ideas to create a shut down ritual
Links:
A world without email https://www.calnewport.com/
Brain Tracy book Eat That Frog https://www.amazon.com.au/Eat-That-Frog-Great-Procrastinating/dp/162656941X
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Declutter your digital admin with Michelle from the Tidy Effect | Season 4 Episode 35
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Michelle, a professional organiser and Certified KonMari Consultant for The Tidy Effect. She helps clients declutter, organise and simplify both their homes and their digital lives.
In this episode:
-Michelle shares her journey from interior decorating to certified KonMari Consultant and professional organiser.
-What KonMari method is
-Tips to sort and store your digital & physical photos.
-Ways to showcase your precious photo memories.
Links:
Want to connect with Michelle?
Follow Michelle on social media
http://instagram.com/thetidyeffect
http://facebook.com/thetidyeffect
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdHOvGobninpawFSD2Utj1g
Watch our conversation
https://youtu.be/S6ustyRVwWk
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How my human design is helping me to show up in the world | Season 4 Episode 34
In this solo episode, Narelle shares her Human Design and how it relates to how she shows up in the world to be her authentic self.
In this solo episode:
–What is Human Design.
-Overview of human design types and my type manifesting generator.
-My lines 1/5
-The 9 centres and how mine influence my life.
Links:
Check out episode 33 for more details on Human Design.
Want to get a Human Design reading check out? Http://Karlynimmo.com
Get your own human design chart https://www.jovianarchive.com/get_your_chart
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How Human Design can help you with Karly from Karlosophies | Season 4 Episode 33
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Karly from Karlosophies. She’s a voice artist, podcast producer and is also a Human Design guide. She’s passionate about helping people to embrace who they truly are and aligned to be.
In this episode:
-Karly shares her journey to finding Human Design and how it’s helped her show up in the world and embrace who she truly is.
-What is Human Design.
-Overview of human design types.
-How knowing your human design can help you in both work and parenting.
Links:
Want to connect with Karly?
http://instagram.com/karlosophies
Get your own human design chart https://www.jovianarchive.com/get_your_chart
Watch our conversation on YouTube https://youtu.be/APbAmLgwrz4
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Weekly routines to start the week off on the right foot | Season 4 Episode 32
In this solo episode, Narelle shares weekly routines that can help you start your week off on the right foot.
In this solo episode:
-Tips to start your week off well.
-What to add to your calendar and task lists.
-Ideas to meal plan for the week
Links:
Ep 17. How to plan your week and to-choose list
Digital calendar I use https://www.lifesorted.com/
Planner I use https://www.saintbelford.com.au/
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Ways to support families with ADHD with Sharon from The Functional Family | Season 4 Episode 31
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Sharon from The Functional Family. She’s an ADHD who’s passionate about helping families to streamline their day to day tasks so they can enjoy time with their family.
In this episode:
-Sharon shares her journey of supporting her family members with ADHD and now working as an ADHD coach for The Functional Family.
-Difficulties families face with ADHD.
-Tips to help navigate ADHD as a family.
-Organisational ideas to help kids become more independent.
Links:
Want to connect with Sharon?
http://www.instagram.com/thefunctionalfamily/
Watch our conversation on YouTube https://youtu.be/2iyYnujKSv8
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Tips to create a relaxing at-home yoga studio for yourself | Season 3 Episode 30
In this solo episode, Narelle shares tips to help you create an at-home yoga studio so that you can start to prioritise your physical and mental health through the use of yin yoga.
In this solo episode:
-What yin yoga is.
-The benefits of yin yoga for your mind & body
-Why yin yoga is suitable for everyone
-What you’ll need to create a relaxing at-home yoga studio for yourself.
Links:
Spotify playlist to use while practising yoga at home
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6964u6xiXJB7rWzaSnW7ts?si=449bd34f83c74a41
Try yin yoga at home to boost your mood, reduce your stress and improve your sleep. https://simplyhappy.com.au/your-yin-yoga/
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Ideas to exercise from home with Veronica from The Healthy Homosapien | Season 3 Episode 29
In this guest episode, I talk with Veronica, from The Healthy Homosapien
She’s a health coach who’s a passionate wellbeing advocate who’s in the process of writing a book on how to be truly happy.
In this episode:
-Veronica shares her own journey from a fitness instructor and owning a health business to being a health coach and writing a book on wellbeing that encompasses all areas of wellness.
-She shares tips about writing a book about wellness and how the book will help you.
-Ways to exercise from home or if you’re just starting out.
-How language can help you to stay motivated with exercise.
Links:
Want to connect with Veronica?
http://www.instagram.com/the_healthy_homosapien
http://thehealthyhomosapien.com
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/3BDBGGKFbpA
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Enjoy an organised, stress-free school holidays | Season 3 Episode 28
In this solo episode, Narelle shares ways to enjoy an organised, stress-free school holiday.
In this solo episode:
-Ideas to help care for your kids while juggling work
-Ways to create holiday structure for kids who need predictability
-Tips to help you stay stress-free during school holidays
Links:
Loving Kindness meditation https://youtu.be/ChCMSsSQmNY
Morning Meditation https://youtu.be/PMSz5ryIpu0
Nidr Yoga https://simplyhappy.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Yoga-meditation-12min-music.mp3
For more declutter tips checkout ep 6 & ep 15
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How to nurture your mental health with Kate from Wonder Kind & Co | Season 3 Episode 27
In this guest episode, I talk with Kate, from Wonder Kind & Co a mental health social worker who supports children, families and health professionals to heal, grow and thrive.
In this episode:
-Kate shares her journey from working with a community support agency for families and children impacted by violence to starting her own practice Wonder Kind & Co.
-Therapies that help your child or teenager understand their emotions.
-How to create a safe environment using fun activities and animals.
-Simple tips to nurture your own mental health and the importance of co-regulation.
Links:
Want to know more about how to co-regulate with your child and understand emotions?
www.wonderkindandco.com
Follow Kate on social media http://instagram.com/wonderkindandco
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/orZaNYYl5u8
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Ideas to help you pack up your Christmas tree & decorations | Season 3 Episode 26
In this solo episode, Narelle shares ideas to help you store and organise your Christmas decorations.
In this solo episode:
-Categories to help you organise your Christmas decorations.
-Tips on how to organise items from trees to lights.
-Storage ideas
-Things to consider before you pack them all away for another year.
Links:
Pinterest board Christmas storage ideas https://www.pinterest.com.au/simplyhappycircle/
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Organisational tips to manage stress with Susie an ADHD coach from Lilo Wellness | Season 3 Episode 25
In this guest episode, I talk with Susie, from Lilo Wellness an ADHD coach who’s passionate about inspiring women with ADHD so that they can live a great life.
In this episode:
-Susie shares her own journey from nurse to health coach and now an ADHD coach supporting women to maximise their functioning to live their best life.
-Difficulties of living with ADHD.
-How to manage stress in your life especially with executive functioning difficulties.
-Organisational tips to stay on top of washing.
-Ways to help organise your weekly tasks, calendar events and finances.
Links:
Wanting stress management tips as a parent of kids with additional needs?
https://www.instagram.com/lilowellness/
https://www.facebook.com/lilowellness
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/gGGNm2mCRcc
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Tips to help you get organised this Christmas | Season 3 Episode 24
In this solo episode, Narelle shares tips to help you get organised this Christmas so that you feel less overwhelmed in the lead up to the festive season.
In this solo episode:
-Stock up early
-Think practical presents
-Gift an experience
-Prepare food ahead of time
-Delegate or outsource
-Care for yourself
Links:
More ideas to care for yourself – https://www.slowyourhome.com/books
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Simple tips to start an intentional wardrobe | Season 3 Episode 23
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Bec, a professional organiser and declutter coach and podcast host of Be Uncluttered. She helps people to simplify their lives and improve their relationship with stuff.
In this episode:
-Bec shares how she became a declutter coach over 15 years ago and started her first business Clear Space with her husband Mick.
-Ways to help your kids get organised.
-Problems with fast fashion.
-Ideas to embrace slow fashion.
-Tips to start an intentional wardrobe.
Links:
Want to improve your relationship with stuff? www.rebeccamezzino.com.au
Listen to Be Uncluttered podcast https://www.beuncluttered.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/rebeccamezzinodecluttercoach/
https://www.facebook.com/rebeccamezzinodecluttercoaching
Watch our conversation on YouTube https://youtu.be/84H6_q543nk
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Wardrobe organisation with Kmart coat hangers, tubs and more | Season 3 Episode 22
In this solo episode, Narelle shares ways to declutter and organise your wardrobe using inexpensive coat hangers, tubs and more so it’s easier to find items and to decide what to wear.
In this solo episode:
-Steps to declutter and organise your wardrobe.
-Tips to help kids organise their wardrobe.
-Ideas to store your clothes, shoes and accessories in your wardrobe.
Links:
Pinterest board wardrobe ideas https://www.pinterest.com.au/simplyhappycircle/
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Ways to find joy when navigating challenging times with Annie Love | Season 3 Episode 21
In this Simply Happy Conversation guest episode, I talk with Annie, a life coach, writer, creative spirit, podcast host of MummaLove. Through her motherhood journey, she understands that life doesn’t always go to plan and helps her clients find joy in their life.
In this episode:
-Annie shares the creative activities she enjoys in her spare time.
-Her journey from working in the family IT business to her life coaching business helping clients to find the light even through the darkest times.
-Ways to find joy when navigating challenging times.
-Super Nicholas – book about Annie’s youngest son. https://www.amazon.com/Super-Nicholas-Michelle-Worthington/dp/1950169235
Links:
Want to help to find joy in your life?
Listen to the Mummalove podcast
https://mumma-love.com/podcast/
https://instagram.com/mummalove
https://facebook.com/mummalove.blog
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/WmqgFoA2DEM
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Clutter to Calm: a streamlined approach to your paper & digital admin | Season 2 Bonus
In this solo episode, Narelle shares all about her brand new Clutter to Calm course. An online organisational course that will help you to declutter your paperwork and set up a simple, streamlined process that’s easy to maintain that will reduce your mental clutter, save you money and create more time for you and the things you love to do.
In this solo episode:
-Who the Clutter to Calm course is for
-What you’ll learn from the Clutter to Calm course
-What you get with the Clutter to Calm course
-Common concerns
-Your questions answered
Links:
Want to learn more about the Clutter to Calm course?\
https://simplyhappy.com.au/clutter-to-calm/
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Tips to help you start your day on the right foot with Alex from Saint Belford’s | Season 2 Episode 20
In this guest episode, I talk with Alex, co-owner and founder of Saint Belford, the all-in-one lifestyle planner and resources to help build habits and prioritise self-care without compromising your wellbeing.
In this episode:
-Alex shares her health struggles and the story of how she and her partner Tom developed the Curation diary and both journals.
-Her non-negotiable morning routine.
-The benefits of journaling.
-Tips to help you prioritise self-care.
Links:
Want to find out more about St Belford products?
https://www.saintbelford.com.au/
Follow St Belfords on social media https://www.instagram.com/saintbelford/ or https://www.facebook.com/saintbelford
Watch our conversation https://youtu.be/3hpLZ6PQ0hA
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Simple steps to get started on your paperwork | Season 2 Episode 19
In this solo episode, Narelle shares simple tips to reduce paper coming into your home, solutions to store your paperwork and a simple process to reduce the accumulation of paperwork.
In this solo episode:
-Reasons why paper clutter builds up in your home.
-Why it’s difficult to keep organised.
-Tips to reduce paper coming into your home.
-Solutions to store your paperwork.
-How to set up your archives.
-Simple process to move paperwork through your home.
Links:
Example of archive box – https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/c/office-supplies/archiving-boxes-storage/plastic-containers/plastic-containers-storage-boxes
Reduce your paper & digital clutter grab a Declutter Checklist
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Paperwork tips for families with additional needs with Jenn from Nest Services | Season 2 Episode 18
In this Simply Happy conversation podcast, I chatted to Jenn, Co-Director and support at Nest Autism & Disability Services and mother of 3 who’s walked the path of parenting children with additional needs.
In this episode:
-Jen shares her journey on the path of parenting children with additional needs to starting Nest Autism Disability Services.
-How to organise paperwork and appointments especially useful for families dealing with chronic illness or disability services.
-Ways for parents to take care of their mental health while navigating health and disability services.
-How to navigate and access services when your family first receives a diagnosis.
Links:
Want support with your NDIS plan? https://nestautismservices.com.au/
Support network in Geelong for families with additional needs. https://www.facebook.com/groups/797618757439214
Follow Nest on social media
https://www.instagram.com/nest_autism_services/
https://www.facebook.com/Nest-Autism-Disability-Services-114934097078824/
You can also watch our chat on YouTube https://youtu.be/aaffBiPKPRY
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How to plan your week and to-choose list | Season 2 Episode 17
In this solo episode, Narelle shares tips to help you plan your week and get things done so that you have time and energy for the things you love.
If you’re wanting to reduce your mental load and feel more organised then this episode is for you.
In this solo episode:
-How to organise your events and appointments each week.
-Tips to create a to-choose list each week
-Context tabs or labels to organise your tasks
Links:
David Allen https://gettingthingsdone.com/2010/09/david-allen-on-why-sorting-your-lists-by-contexts-even-matters/
Eat that Frog by Brian Tracy https://www.briantracy.com/blog/time-management/the-truth-about-frogs/
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Ways to incorporate the Nordic way with Susanna from the Nordiac Mum | Season 2 Episode 16
In this guest episode, I talk with Susanna, a Finnish mother of two living in coastal NSW. She’s a blogger, occasional photographer and has her own podcast The Nordic Mum that explorers happiness of the Nordic countries and how the simple slow life is available to us all.
In this episode:
-Susanna shares her journey from Finland to now living in Australia and her creative pursuits with her business the Nordiac Mum.
-Ways to incorporate the Nordic way of life into your life.
-Tips about feeling hugge during both summertime and wintertime.
-Ideas to start your day off on the right foot.
Links:
Friluftsliv – https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20171211-friluftsliv-the-nordic-concept-of-getting-outdoors
Want to connect with Susanna? Www.thenordicmum.com
Listen to the Nordiac Mum Podcast https://www.thenordicmum.com/podcast/
Follow Susanna on social media
http://instagram.com.thenordicmum/
https://facebook.com/NordicMumSusanna
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How you can start to declutter your home | Season 2 Episode 15
In this solo episode, Narelle helps you understand the problems with clutter, why you’ve struggled to declutter in the past and simple steps to help you get started.
If you’re wanting to feel more organised and less overwhelmed from the clutter in your home then this episode will help you get started with decluttering today.
In this solo episode:
-Benefits from decluttering your home.
-Reasons that stop you from decluttering.
-Stages of change.
-Steps to help you start the declutter process.
Links:
Stages of change https://psychcentral.com/lib/stages-of-change
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Simple ways to help kids enjoy food with Simone from Play with Food | Season 2 Episode 14
In this guest episode, I talk with Simone, a mum of 2, nutritionist for Play with Food and who’s currently completing her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. Simone helps children and parents say “goodbye” to the stress of fussy eating.
In this episode:
-Simone shares her journey from her title of Employee Wellbeing to her responsive style of feeding therapy to now studying Occupational Therapy.
-How your language can influence children’s food experiences.
-Simple tips to change your language around food.
-Ideas around school lunch boxes
-Chickpea Tuesday ideas
Links:
Want to say goodbye to the stress at dinner time with fussy eaters?
Follow Simone on social media & check out chickpea Tuesday ideas
Strategies to complete the stress response and reduce burnout | Season 2 Episode 13
In this solo episode, Narelle talks about the stress cycle and strategies to help you complete the stress cycle from the book Burnout by Emily & Amelia Nagoski.
If you’re wanting to understand your bodies stress response to stressors and how you can help yourself complete the stress cycle then this episode is for you.
In this solo episode:
-The difference between stress and stressors.
-Strategies to help you move through the stress cycle.
Links:
https://www.gottman.com/blog/how-to-stress-reducing-conversation/
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Increase your Happiness with Carla Maree | Season 2 Episode 12
In this guest episode, I talk with Carla Maree, a happiness coach, #1 best selling author, yoga instructor, podcast host ‘The Happy Hour’ and professional speaker who is on a mission to help people live a happier life.
In this episode:
-Carla shares her story from actor school in New York, travelling the world and returning home to Australia.
-Carla shares how she moved from personal training to embracing yoga and having her own yoga studio.
-She shares tips to writing her second book ‘Find Your Happy’.
-Tips to discover your own happiness.
-Simple ways to bring joy into your day.
Links:
Want to increase your happiness? Book a discovery call
https://www.carlamaree.com.au/free-discovery-session
Follow Carla Maree on social media
https://www.instagram.com/carlamareesimpson/
https://www.facebook.com/carlamaree.com.au
https://www.blublox.com/collections
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Ways to stay positive during difficult times | Season 2 Episode 11
In this solo episode, Narelle shares strategies that you can use to stay positive during difficult times.
If you’re wanting simple ways to break this negative cycle and focus on the things that you can control then this episode is for you.
In this solo episode:
-Importance of family routines.
-Ideas to explore your local neighbour.
-Benefits of connection.
-Ways to express gratitude.
-Intentional breathing.
-How to use your senses.
Links:
https://www.tonyrobbins.com/mind-meaning/do-you-need-to-feel-significant/
https://simplyhappy.com.au/positivity-during-difficult-times/
Morning meditation – https://youtu.be/PMSz5ryIpu0
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Support both your mind and body with yin yoga | Episode 10
In this solo episode, Narelle shares her yin yoga journey, what yin yoga is and it’s benefits.
If you’re wanting to reduce the effects of stress and support your immune system so that you can feel happier and more relaxed then this episode is for you.
In this solo episode:
-Narelle’s yoga journey to yin yoga.
-The difference between yin and yang energy.
-What’s yin yoga?
-The benefits of regular practising yin yoga for your mind and body.
-Eastern and western perspectives on yin yoga energetic benefits.
Links:
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How to live slow with Rachelle Glendon | Episode 9
In this guest episode, Narelle talks with Rachelle, a slow living coach for women who want to slow down and start living a more intentional life.
In the episode:
-Rachelle shares her journey from YouTube family vlogs to her podcast How to Live Slow and the development of her programs about Slow Living.
-She shares her morning rituals with a positive action plan
-What’s slow living?
-Barriers to slow living.
-Tips to help you live a slower and more intentional life.
Links:
Want to learn more about slow living?
Podcast How to Live Slow – Rachelle Glendon
Follow Rachelle on social media instagram.com/howtoliveslow or facebook.com/howtoliveslow
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How to improve your sleep using Nidra Yoga | Episode 8
In this solo episode, Narelle shares her nidra yoga journey, what nidra yoga is and it’s benefits.
If you’re wanting to reduce the effects of stress, improve your mood or support your immune system so that you can feel calmer and more rested then this episode is for you.
In the solo episode:
-Narelle’s yoga journey to nidra yoga.
-Why sleep is important.
-Different brain waves
-What’s nidra yoga?
-The process of nidra yoga
-The benefits of regular practising nidra yoga.
-Nidra yoga research
Links:
Research 2017 with psychiatric nurses
Research 2011 from NSW boys school for disruptive behaviour
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Tips for you to be more mindful with Fleur from Happy Habit App | Episode 7
In this guest episode, Narelle chatted with Fleur, the gentle voice, creative mind and curious heart behind the Happy Habit app.
In the episode:
-Fleur shares her journey from busy mum of 3 young children juggling work, home and a masters degree to meditation teacher and creating the Happy Habit app.
-How to be more flexible in your expectations
-How she weaves meditation and moments of mindfulness into her life.
-The difference between mindfulness and meditation.
-Tips to help you grow happiness and moments of awareness in your life.
Links:
Keen to start meditating? You can try the 10-day happiness challenge for free on the app. It makes happiness possible every day, even amidst the disappointments and setbacks of adult life.
Follow Fleur on social media https://www.instagram.com/thehappyhabitapp or https://www.facebook.com/Thehappyhabitapp
Watch our guest conversation https://youtu.be/ihRrN5qEnf8
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Planning tips to reduce your mental load | Episode 6
In this solo episode, Narelle shares 6 tips for you and your family to help reduce your mental load.
If you’re wanting to create more time and feel less overwhelmed with everything you do then this epiosode is for you.
In this solo episode:
-Tips to reduce your mental load through getting organised and decluttering your life
-Examples of how you can implement these tips in your life
Links:
Grab the audio guide and checklist to Better Manage The Juggle
https://simplyhappy.com.au/manage-the-juggle-2/
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Research on clutter effects
Toss app
David Allen author of Getting Things Done
Recycle your textile
How to tune into your intuition with Angel Rogers from Elkemy | Episode 5
In this guest episode, I talk with Angel, a former Math and Science high school teacher who followed her intuition to become a reiki master and kundalini yoga teacher and start her business Elkemy.
In this episode:
-Angel shares her journey from make up artist to school teacher to creating her dream business Elkemy.
-She also shares how she listened to her intuition throughout her life to be where she is today.
-What kundalini yoga is and who it’s best suited for.
-Tips to help you quieten the ego so that you can listen to your intuition.
-How she loves to start her morning and utilise her energy.
-How teaching has helped to get to where is now.
Links:
Want to tune into your intuition? www.elkemy.com.au
Follow Angel on social media https://www.instagram.com/elkemy_
Watch our guest conversation https://youtu.be/qpPi1ddzdHg
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In this episode, I talk with Jo Burgess, a super organised mum and creator of the app Life Sorted a family shared calendar helping busy families like my own become more organised and stay connected.
In this episode:
- Jo shares the challenging journey to creating the Life Sorted app.
- How Jo manages to keep productive while juggling multiple businesses.
- Time-saving tips and tricks to keep her afloat and, kids, a hubby and 2 fur babies.
- Tips to help you use the app Life Sorted.
- Tips to get your family organised.
Links:
Want to get your family organised? You can try the app for free simply download from the apple or google play store. https://www.lifesorted.com.au/
Follow Jo on social media https://www.instagram.com/lifesorted or https://www.facebook.com/lifesortedapp
Watch our interview and check out her gorgeous puppy opening the door in the middle of our conversation.
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The benefits of you take time out | Episode 4
In this solo episode, Narelle King talks about the benefits of taking some time away from your family and the usual day to day life. She refers to the 6 human needs and how time out can help you be healthy and happy.
If you’re feeling like you’re stuck in a rut and need a break from your usual routine then this epiosode will give you some great reasons why you need to plan some time away from your usual day to day life.
In this solo episode:
-6 human needs
-Neurochemicals that make you feel happier
-How taking time out meets your 6 human needs
Links:
Share your thoughts over on social media Instagram | Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/simplyhappycircle
https://www.instagram.com/simplyhappycircle/
Find out more about the Mums’ Revive Retreat
https://simplyhappy.com.au/mums-retreat/
Tony Robbins – 6 human needs
https://www.tonyrobbins.com/mind-meaning/do-you-need-to-feel-significant
Time saving tips with Jo from Life Sorted App | Episode 3
In this episode, I talk with Jo Burgess, a super organised mum and creator of the app Life Sorted a family shared calendar helping busy families like my own become more organised and stay connected.
In this episode:
- Jo shares the challenging journey to creating the Life Sorted app.
- How Jo manages to keep productive while juggling multiple businesses.
- Time-saving tips and tricks to keep her afloat and, kids, a hubby and 2 fur babies.
- Tips to help you use the app Life Sorted.
- Tips to get your family organised.
Links:
Want to get your family organised? You can try the app for free simply download from the apple or google play store. https://www.lifesorted.com.au/
Follow Jo on social media https://www.instagram.com/lifesorted or https://www.facebook.com/lifesortedapp
Watch our guest conversation and check out her gorgeous puppy opening the door in the middle of our conversation.
Share your thoughts over on social media Instagram | Facebook
Three Areas of Wellness to Help Improve Your Health | Episode 2
In this solo episode, Narelle King talks about the 3 circles of wellness that she uses in my own life and with clients to decide what area is most important to focus on first.
If you wanting to make some changes around your health but you’re not sure which area to tackle first then this episode will help you decide.
In this solo episode:
- 3 circles of wellness – time, energy, attention
- ways to identify if you need to get organised
- ways to identify if you need more energy
- ways to identify if you need to be more focused
- Narelle shares her journey to get more organised, improve her energy and feel more focused.
Links:
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Welcome to Simply Happy Conversations with Narelle King | Episode 1
Welcome to the first episode of Simply Happy Conversations with Narelle King. A podcast that will help you create more time using organisational strategies so that you can start to simplify your life and prioritise your health.
In this solo episode, Narelle shares her story of how she transitioned from teacher to business owner Simply Happy. She shares journey to becoming a wellness & organisational coach and Yin & Nidra Yoga instructor. She also share some quirky things about her and the things she enjoys outside of work.
In this solo episode:
- Narelle’s transition from education to business owner of Simply Happy
- Why she become a wellness and organisational coach & Yin & Nidra Yoga Instructor
- She also shares things she enjoys outside of work and business.
- What to expect from Simply Happy Conversations Podcast.
Links:
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