The Balanced Nurse- Time Management, Productivity, Work Life Balance, Self-Care, Habits, Routines, Nurses
❓❓Are you a nurse or woman in healthcare giving 100% at the bedside and nothing left for yourself? Struggling to find the time for self care and create healthier habits? Do you wish you had more energy on your days off so that you can do the things that fuel you– like getting a quick sweat sesh in, spending time with friends & family, or working towards your own goals? I am so excited you’re here, friend! This podcast will help you… ✅manage your time so that you can create healthier habits & routines ✅make time for self care ✅have more energy & ✅balance your work life so you can achieve your personal, health & fitness goals! Hey girl, it’s Ashley! I’m an ER nurse (almost 10 years) now teaching nursing students👩🏻🏫, enneagram 9, & coffee lover! For most of my nursing career, I tried balancing my work life, making time to take care of myself, and create healthy habits by just winging it with no success. 🚫 I got caught up in the work hustle and signed up for all the overtime. I would overeat, snack on all the breakroom goodies, and over do it on energy drinks. (can we say SVT?) 🚫 I found myself mentally and physically exhausted when I got home. On my days off, I was too tired to workout, meditate, plan out my week, or even spend time with family. 🚫 I would find myself mindlessly scrolling on instagram on my days off with the infamous nurse bun still intact from the prior day’s 13 hour shift. 🚫 I didn’t know how to balance the stresses of being a nurse and living a fulfilling life beyond the bedside. It wasn’t until I left my 7 year relationship and turned the big 3-0 that I finally took a hard look at my life. I realized I had been putting my career and others needs before my own. I was not prioritizing the things that mattered most in my life. I told myself that if I wanted more energy, better habits, prioritize self-care, and work on my personal goals, I needed to learn how to better manage my time and set up my nursing career around my life– not the other way around! It was time to put myself first. And it’s time for you to do the same, friend! Because we can’t give to others what we don’t have. (Say it louder for the people in the back!!) Girl, I’m excited to share with you all the tips and strategies that have helped me find the time and balance in my life to achieve my personal, health, and fitness goals! Things like… 👉🏼Time blocking 👉🏼Prioritizing, setting boundaries, & 👉🏼Productivity hacks, habits, goal-setting, WHILE 👉🏼Also taking a holistic approach to your self-care (burnout isn’t cool anymore) and other areas of your life! If you are ready to stop scheduling your life around your stressful nursing job, find a simple way to make time to go after your biggest goals & live your best life… Then this podcast is for you! Grab your coffee or lemon water and let’s dig in! Follow me on IG for more BTS: @the.balancednurse
Episodes
Welcome back to The Balanced Nurse Podcast.💕 In today's episode, we're discussing five mistakes to avoid when starting a new habit:
❌Trying to change everything at once
❌Starting with a habit that is too big
❌Seeking result, not a ritual
❌Not changing your environment
❌Not honoring the 1% rule
Tune in to learn how to sidestep these common pitfalls and set yourself up for success on your habit-building journey. ✨
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Welcome to The Balanced Nurse Podcast 🎙️ In today's episode, I share with you effective systems for staying committed to your non-negotiables! (If you haven’t listened to previous episode on choosing a non-negotiable —then listen to that one first!)
I explain why accountability, time blocking, community support, and regular reinforcement can help you actually stick to your non-negotiable that you chose from last episode!
With thes...
In this episode of The Balanced Nurse 🎙️, we dive into the transformative power of setting non-negotiables for self-care. It is so important to prioritize our own well-being in order to better serve others. How can we continue to let our cup overflow for others if we don’t make the time to continue refueling it? 🤔
Together we explore the concept of non-negotiables and I even share some of my personal examples. I encourage you to ...
Welcome to The Balanced Nurse Podcast! 🎧Today, we're embarking on a journey into the enriching practice of transforming your weekly planning into a ritual.
As we delve into the magic of ✨rituals✨, let's remember that these practices have been ingrained in human culture for centuries, guiding us from ancient ceremonies to our modern-day routines. By infusing your weekly planning with the essence of ritual, you're not just checking ...
Welcome back to another episode of The Balanced Nurse Podcast! 🎧 I'm Ashley, your guide through the journey of mastering your 🌿 monthly reset routine. Today, we're diving deep into the transformative practice of the 3 R’s to a monthly reset routine
➡️ reflecting
➡️ releasing and
➡️ renewing
tailored especially for nurses like you seeking work-life balance!
Whether it's prioritizing self-care, nurturing relationships, or pursuing ...
You guys! We are celebrating 100 episodes!!!🥂🥳 I am overwhelmed with gratitude and feel so lucky to be celebrating with you today! This is a huge milestone and one that was not easy to reach. In today’s episode I share with you how to start overcoming self-doubt, celebrating wins along the way, and focusing on getting 1% better when it comes to cultivating healthier habits or managing your time better.
Again, as we mark this mile...
Welcome back to another insightful episode of The Balanced Nurse 🎙️
In today's journey towards work-life balance, we're diving into the heart of chaos that often feel like it’s taking over our lives as nurses. From the relentless hours spent in the hospital to the myriad of personal responsibilities, it's easy to feel like we're drowning in an ocean of overwhelming demands.
This episode is particularly close to my heart because, w...
Welcome back to The Balanced Nurse Podcast 🎙️. In this episode, we're diving into the world of Google Calendar and time blocking to help you organize your life & bring more balance into your schedule! In this episode,
➡️ Discover how to set up and customize your Google Calendar to suit your needs
➡️ Explore the power of time blocking and
➡️ Finally, I’ll share 5 bonus tips to make sure you make the most of your time!
Tune in t...
Welcome back to The Balanced Nurse podcast, your trusted companion on the journey to work life harmony. 💕 Today, we're diving into how to make the time for your health & wellness as a busy nurse—especially with the demands of our job. I given an overview with some tips on the essentials: planning, prioritization, and productivity. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do list or struggled to make time for self-care like y...
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It is 🌷Spring time, and I think of decluttering and organizing my space when it’s this time of the year. I thought, why not have an episode just on decluttering our minds!? I think when it comes to focus, productivity, and improving our mental health, it's important to stand guard of our minds! 🧠
This podcast is focused on managing your time better and creating healthy habits for bette...
Welcome back 🎙️ Join us as we explore practical strategies to regain control of your time and energy. In this episode, Lindsay Dollinger, shares with us 4 ways to bring back more of our time and energy throughout our weeks!
In this episode, we dive in to these 4 strategies:
- Smarter Scheduling [09:16]
- Delegate/Outsource [22:00]
- Automate [27:02]
- Energy and Alignment [33:25]
Get ready to reclaim your time and energy with the...
Welcome back friend! 🎙️ In this episode, we delve into decluttering five key areas of your life:
- Relationships: Assess who drains your energy and prioritize spending time with those who uplift you. Embrace alone time for reflection and self-care.
- Physical Clutter: Choose quality over quantity in purchases. Implement the one-in-one-out rule to maintain balance. Regularly donate or sell items you no longer need.
- Digital Clutter:...
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In this episode, we embark on a journey into the empowering realm of intention-setting, perfect for the March winds of change. Join us as we uncover the why and how behind this transformative practice, offering practical insights to help you steer your life towards what truly matters! ✨
Join us as we embrace the power of intention-setting, guiding you towards a more purposeful and fulfilling journ...
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Today's episode takes us on a captivating exploration into the intriguing world of leap years and how they mirror the leaps we can make in our lives. Imagine that subtle calendar adjustment every four years, adding an extra day to February. It's not just a timekeeping tweak; it's a reflection of how small changes and preparations can set the stage for significant leaps in our personal...
Welcome back, fellow nurses, to another episode of The Balanced Nurse 🌼 Today, we're delving into the vital topic of self-compassion – a beacon of strength during life's challenging moments. I dive into Dr. Kristin Neff's research on the three key components self-compassion: self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness.
Imagine treating yourself with the same care you extend to your patients. It's about embracing imperfections,...
Happy Valentine’s Day my friends! ♥️
I wanted to have a quick episode on some things I have learned from past relationships & I also share some tips for my single girls that are dating.
Hope you enjoy and don’t forget to show some love by sharing with your nurse bestie and leaving a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review!
I love you guys! ☺️
CONNECT W/ ME, ASHLEY
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🎙️ Hey there, nurse besties! In this empowering podcast episode, we unravel the enchanting world of work-life harmony. We revisit the idea that balance isn't one-size-fits-all but a unique fingerprint for each of us. The journey begins with you, exploring your vision and values, as we dive deep into aligning daily activities with your priorities. 🌟 Reflect on your big picture goals, categorize priorities, and build a muscle of in...
Welcome back to another episode of The Balanced Nurse Podcast.🎙️
This episode aims to break the conventional perspectives on work-life balance by exploring a more holistic approach known as work-life harmony.✨ We'll delve into the importance of redefining and rethinking balance, while emphasis is placed on creating healthier habits and carving out time to work on your personal goals.
Work-life balance has often been thought of as...
Welcome back to another episode of The Balanced Nurse!🎙️
The episodes for the month of 💖February💖 will take a different approach. Each episode in this month promises to be a heartwarming exploration, introducing a wholesome framework towards goal-setting and overcoming life's challenges.
This first episode of the month shines a light on integrating mindfulness into everyday life – moving beyond mere time management to cultivate ...
Hey Friend! Welcome back to another episode of The Balanced Nurse Podcast!
In this inspiring episode of the Balanced Nurse Podcast, we welcome a unique guest, April, who has transitioned from being a nurse to a successful financial coach. April shares insights on personal finance management specifically tailored for nurses and highlights the gap in financial education within the nursing profession. She provides practical advice on ...
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