In this episode, I dive into Chapter 10 and wrap up my bestselling book  Inner Brilliance: Outer Shine, 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism & Stress. I reflect on the importance of self-care, managing energy, and not letting work or stress steal our joy. I use personal stories, client examples, and research to highlight how our habits around food, sleep, movement, and self-compassion directly impact our wellbeing and performance.

My goal is to encourage you to treat yourself with the same care you’d give a child, to make healthy choices, and to take mini-holidays every day so you can truly shine in work and life. I also share a glimpse of what’s next for the podcast, including upcoming interviews and new topics.

Key Topics Covered:

• Introduction to the podcast and book wrap-up
• The importance of self-care and energy management
• The "energy bank" analogy and how to make healthy deposits
• The impact of food, sleep, and movement on health and performance
• Recognizing and addressing inflammation and its effects
• Personal and client stories about overcoming burnout and health challenges
• Practical tips for better sleep, nutrition, and daily routines
• The value of self-compassion and treating yourself like you would a child
• Encouragement to take daily "mini-holidays" for wellbeing
• Summary of key points and a heartfelt conclusion
• Preview of future podcast episodes and guest interviews

Here’s to your shining!

Estelle Read x

Bestselling Author, Coach &Speaker

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Introduction & Podcast Overview
• 01:04 – Chapter 10: Access the Mess Deck
• 03:02 – The Energy Bank Analogy
• 08:22 – Good Energy Deposits & Withdrawals
• 18:24 – Inflammation: The Root of Many Health Issues
• 27:31 – Food, Mitochondria, and Energy
• 40:06 – Sleep: Why It Matters and How to Improve It
• 57:02 – Move Your Body: Exercise and Longevity
• 1:01:20 – Daily Self-Care and Mini-Holidays
• 1:03:12 – Summary of Key Points
• 1:04:37 – Conclusion & Final Reflections
• 1:10:01 – What’s Next for the Podcast

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