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 these strategies in place, you'll be on track to achieving meaningful progress and embracing consistency and commitment. ?Remember, every small step counts towards signif ..read more

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 identify your struggles and choose non-negotiables that address those areas, whether it's fitness, healthier eating, reducing phone addiction, or nurturing relationshi ..read more

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 off tasks; you're honoring your priorities and aspirations in a sacred space.  Crafting your planning sanctuary is where the magic truly begins. Picture yourself ..read more

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 milestone, I just want to extend my gratitude to ✨YOU✨for your support. Here's to the next 100 episodes of growth, learning, and balance.   CONNECT W/ ME, ASHLEY IG ..read more

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 to learn how to harness the full potential of Google Calendar and time blocking for greater productivity and work-life harmony. CONNECT W/ ME, ASHLEY IG: htt ..read more

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 your workouts and meal prepping, this episode is for you! In this episode we cover, ➡️ ABC’s method of planning out your week ➡️ Tips on how to prioritize yo ..read more

Hey Friend! Welcome back to another episode! 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 better work-life balance. ✨ If you know me, you know that I am big on living with intention. Living intentionally means taking the time to declutter our minds, allowing spa ..read more

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 these powerful strategies! By scheduling smarter, delegating wisely, embracing automation, and aligning your energy, you're on the fast track to a more fulfilling life. Re ..read more

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: Minimize distractions by disabling unnecessary notifications. Utilize tools like Google Drive and Notion to organize digital files and tasks. Financial Clutter: Cancel ..read more

Welcome back to another episode ? 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 journey in the month ahead!    CONNECT W/ ME, ASHLEY IG: https://bit.ly/balancednurse Weekly Love letter (newsletter): https://bit.ly/balancednursenewsletter ..read more