Finding Balance: How Embracing Less Helped Me Achieve More

Good in Motion

In this episode, Good in Motion host, Juliette Fiszka, shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed and overworked to finding clarity through focusing on fewer goals. Inspired by insights from personal reflection, Juliette explains how shifting her mindset and narrowing her focus helped her make meaningful progress. She offers practical advice on setting achievable goals, finding balance, and embracing the power of doing less to accomplish more.

"I could hear a little voice inside me whisper: “what if you were doing less?” [...] It took me a couple of months to finally listen to that voice. But when I finally did, it changed everything." — Juliette Fiszka

Takeaways:

• Focusing on fewer, more meaningful goals can lead to greater progress and satisfaction.
• Creating space for reflection can help clarify what truly matters in both personal and professional life.
• Choosing to expand our comfort zone rather than stepping outside of it.
• Narrowing focus to 1-3 key goals can prevent overwhelm and lead to sustainable growth.
• Being around inspiring individuals can motivate, but it's crucial to focus on one's own path.

Meet Juliette Fiszka:

Juliette Fiszka is a Balanced Living Enthusiast and the host of the Good in Motion podcast, where she explores all things wellness, mental health, and personal growth. Juliette is passionate about helping busy professionals break free from overwhelm and create fulfilling lives, all while pursuing their biggest goals.

Resources Mentioned:

• Conferences: Powerhouse Women (hosted by Lindsey Schwartz), Girlfriends & Business (hosted by Lori Harder, from the Earn Your Happy podcast).
• Podcast Episode Reference: Episode #014 with Sarita Fichtner on Good in Motion (discussing expanding comfort zones).