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Author: Helen Calvert
Getting Shit Done on a Bad Day | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 86. Getting shit done on a bad day. We all have days when the overwhelm is just too much and our motivation is through the floor. So how do we move past this when there are demands on us that can’t be put off? In this episode I share my simple tips…
Help I can’t Relax | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 85. Help I can’t relax. Are you struggling to find genuine enjoyment in your downtime? Do you ever feel weird or guilty because you can’t seem to ‘switch off’? You’re not alone. In this episode I explore the reasons why you might find it hard to make the most of your free…
What You Do When the List is Complete | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 84. This episode is all about what you do when the list is complete. Firstly, it’s important to remember that the list is never really done – there will always be plans and projects, that’s just life… but when you’ve tackled your tasks for this day, what will you do with you…
Women only, or just relaxed?
Last year, I suggested to the Altrincham and Sale Chamber of Commerce that they do some lunchtime networking events. That was a purely self-interested suggestion, because as a single parent I can rarely get to breakfast or evening networking events. I suggested that I co-host these lunchtime networking events with the Chamber – we have…
Do I Need an App? | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 83. Do I need an app? We’re served a constant stream of ads for tools and apps, all promising to streamline, automate and organise our busy lives. It’s very seductive. But the truth for a lot of us is that a new app isn’t the answer to an easier life. In fact,…
Outsourcing | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 82. Today we explore the practicalities and realities of outsourcing. From virtual assistants to social media managers, there’s a freelancer for everything these days, but the process of letting part of your business go comes with its own insecurities. In this episode we talk about the first steps needed when considering outsourcing,…
ATOMICON – my way
When I posted on LinkedIn yesterday about how I had done ATOMICON 2024 my way, the lovely Linda Owen commented “I’m so interested in how you navigate this scale of event. It fills me with overwhelm just seeing my feed full with posts – no FOMO, just curiosity”. Now FOMO is not something I generally…
Co-working and Body Doubling | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 81. In this episode we’re exploring the productivity methods of co-working and body doubling. Packed with valuable strategies and examples of how working alongside others can make those challenging or mundane tasks easier and even enjoyable, the importance of understanding and accepting our own needs, including the need for social connection and…
The Creative Brain | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 80. In this episode we’re exploring the concept of the creative brain. Whether that’s ADHD, autism or any other neurodiversity, it’s time for us to put the productivity rule book in the bin, and instead build the confidence to tune in to our unique flow of energy. Let’s challenge societal norms and…
Cyclical Not Consistent | The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life
Welcome to episode 79. Exploring the concept of being cyclical not consistent. Are you tired of trying to force daily consistency when your body and energy levels have other plans? If you’re ready to embrace your cyclical nature and learn how to work with rather than against your fluctuating hormones to achieve better productivity and…