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This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life. Thank you to purpleplanet.com for the music.

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United Kingdom

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This is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life. Thank you to purpleplanet.com for the music.

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English

Contact:

07922810021


Episodes
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How I Use ChatGPT to Free My Mind & Make Life Easier

2/7/2025
Send us a text Overwhelmed by all the things you need to think through, plan, or create? In this episode, I share how I use AI to clear mental clutter, organise my ideas, and stay focused on what matters most—without losing my own voice or intuition. If you’re curious about how AI can help (not replace) your thinking, this one's for you. Welcome to Overwhelm is Optional The podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who are ready to turn overwhelm into clarity, ease and joy. I’m Heidi Marke, The Gentle Rebel Coach, and in each episode, I share insights, stories, and practical tools to help you gently rebel against the pressure to push through. Because you matter, and how you are in the world matters. 📚 Books & Journals to Support Your Journey 🖊️ The Gently Rebellious One Minute Journal – A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most. 👉 Buy here 📖 Overwhelm is Optional – Gently rebel against burnout and exhaustion. 👉 Buy here 🌿 More Ways to Support You 🎧 Free Audio: The One Minute Marke – Need a quick reset from overwhelm? 👉 Download here 🌍 Website – Find practical tools, resources, and ways to work with me 👉 Explore here 📺 YouTube – Videos to help you gently rebel & turn overwhelm into joy 👉 Subscribe here 📲 Follow on LinkedIn & Instagram – Let’s continue the conversation! 👉 Follow here ...

Duration:00:43:24

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Break Free from Overwhelm: Mind Traps from Yellowstone

2/5/2025
Send us a text The hit TV series Yellowstone reveals powerful mind traps that keep us stuck in overwhelm. In this episode, I explore three key traps inspired by the show—false choices, the illusion of control, and catastrophizing—and how to break free. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and pressured to push through, this is for you! 🎧 Listen now and start making overwhelm optional. 👉 Subscribe for more insights on turning overwhelm into clarity, ease, and joy! Welcome to Overwhelm is Optional The podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who are ready to turn overwhelm into clarity, ease and joy. I’m Heidi Marke, The Gentle Rebel Coach, and in each episode, I share insights, stories, and practical tools to help you gently rebel against the pressure to push through. Because you matter, and how you are in the world matters. 📚 Books & Journals to Support Your Journey 🖊️ The Gently Rebellious One Minute Journal – A simple, powerful way to stay focused on what matters most. 👉 Buy here 📖 Overwhelm is Optional – Gently rebel against burnout and exhaustion. 👉 Buy here 🌿 More Ways to Support You 🎧 Free Audio: The One Minute Marke – Need a quick reset from overwhelm? 👉 Download here 🌍 Website – Find practical tools, resources, and ways to work with me 👉 Explore here 📺 YouTube – Videos to help you gently rebel & turn overwhelm into joy 👉 Subscribe here 📲 Follow on LinkedIn & Instagram – Let’s continue the conversation! 👉 Follow here ...

Duration:00:11:39

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What NASA’s Fatigue Research Can Teach Us About Listening to Ourselves

1/24/2025
In this episode, I explore NASA’s fascinating research on fatigue and how it highlights surprising gender differences in how tiredness is perceived and managed. Together, we’ll unpack what it means to acknowledge our tiredness without judgement and gently rebel against the pressure to hide it. Here’s what I’ll cover: 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:13:16

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From Overwhelm to Dream Realization

1/18/2025
This episode captures the essence of transforming overwhelm into clarity by focusing on heartfelt wishes and the magic of believing in the possible. • Discussion on feelings of overwhelm related to goals • Importance of having a physical journal for clarity • Encouragement to reflect on personal moments of serendipity • The concept of creating an “impossible wish list” • Personal anecdote about finding the perfect car • Insights on how belief shapes outcomes • Emphasis on openness to unexpected opportunities • Reminder of the magic available to everyone when aligned with desires Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:17:14

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Transforming Chaos to Clarity: Prioritizing What Truly Matters in 2025

1/11/2025
How to turn overwhelm into joy in 2025. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:35:11

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Turn Your Overwhelm Into Joy

12/31/2024
Overwhelm steals clarity and joy, leaving you stuck in reactivity. In this episode, I’ll share how to uncover your Heartfelt Priorities and stay focused on what matters most—even when life feels overwhelming. Discover practical steps to turn overwhelm into joy and explore tools like the Gently Rebellious One Minute Journal to help you reconnect with your purpose every day. Find your way back to joy, one minute at a time. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:22:51

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Creating Space for Yourself During the Holiday Chaos

12/21/2024
Try this one simple mindset shift to create more space for yourself. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:17:19

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How to Break Free from Overwhelm and Reclaim Your Life

12/14/2024
What if overwhelm wasn’t a sign of failure, but a trickster blocking the easier way to live your life? In this episode, I share my personal journey from burnout to creating The Gentle Rebellion Against Overwhelm. We’ll explore how to gently—but firmly—say no to the pressure and yes to the clarity, energy, and joy that come from listening to yourself. In this episode, you’ll discover: Join the Gentle Rebellion: Sign up for the free live workshop on January 5thFind more tools and resources hereSupport the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:15:42

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Space for You: How to Gently Reclaim Ease Amid End-of-Year Chaos

12/11/2024
This week, we’re diving into something we all long for but often struggle to find—space. Not just a gap in your schedule, but true space for you. The kind of space where your shoulders soften, your mind clears, and your heart feels light. In this episode, we explore: Why space is more than a “to-do” or productivity hack.How to shift from the overwhelm of the season to a sense of spaciousness.A gently rebellious approach to creating space, even when it feels impossible.Practices to help you feel less squished and more at ease.Plus, I share updates about my upcoming Create Your Gently Rebellious 2025 workshop on January 5th—a perfect opportunity to carve out space for what matters most to you in the new year. Messy Journaling Prompts: If you had more space, what would you do with it?What would it feel like if you had a sense of spaciousness?What does space mean to you? How do you know when you have it? How does it feel in your body, your mind, and your heart?Join me as we gently rebel against the chaos and create more ease, joy, and freedom. ✨ Create Your Gently Rebellious 2025 Workshop 📅 January 5th, 2025, 4:00 PM GMT Sign up here: Create Your Gently Rebellious 2025 Workshop Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:36:17

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Easing End-of-Year Overwhelm: Gentle Practices to Create Space and Joy

11/30/2024
🎙️ Feeling overwhelmed as the year wraps up? You're not alone. In this episode, I acknowledge the unique end-of-year pressures and share 3 gently rebellious practices to help you find space, ease, and joy amidst the chaos. Discover how small shifts like The Morning Promise, Neutral Noticing, and Gently Rebellious Gratitude can ease overwhelm and reconnect you with yourself. ✨ Ready to create space for joy, even in the busiest times? Tune in and explore how to end the year feeling lighter and more aligned. 💌 Sign up for The One Minute Marke and the Gently Rebellious Read for extra inspiration! If you enjoy this episode, please share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps more gently rebellious souls find this podcast. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:39:29

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Meetings Without Breaks? How to Cope and Reclaim Your Time

11/23/2024
Why are meetings always back-to-back? In this episode, we explore how constant demands on your time—without space to reset—lead to overwhelm, frustration, and decreased performance. Discover why this happens, how it affects you, and what you can do to gently rebel against the culture of non-stop appointments. Plus, I share tips for creating space in your day and how a simple one-minute reset can help you regain clarity and energy between meetings. Reclaim your headspace and find a better way to work. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:16:48

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Whoops Miss Stressy Pants appeared again!

11/16/2024
Have you ever caught yourself slipping back into old patterns of stress and pressure? In this episode, I share a personal moment of recognising my own 'Stressy Pants' behaviour and how I gently shifted back to calm and clarity. Learn how to notice the early signs of overwhelm, why it’s okay to laugh at yourself, and practical steps to stop stress in its tracks Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:33:40

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Finding freedom from self-imposed seasonal pressures

11/9/2024
As autumn arrives, do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by self-imposed expectations to stay productive, organised, or ahead of the game? In this episode, I explore how the seasonal shift can amplify internal pressures—and how to gently rebel against them. Learn how to embrace the natural rhythms of autumn, release unnecessary expectations, and find a deeper sense of ease and freedom as the season changes. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:19:00

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Crafting a Purposeful Path as the Year Winds Down

11/5/2024
As the year winds down, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by unfinished goals or pressure to 'make the most' of the remaining time. But what if there’s another way? In this episode, I share how to gently reflect, set meaningful intentions, and craft a purposeful path into the new year—without the stress. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:20:33

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How to find the hidden ease in your life

10/26/2024
There’s hidden ease all around us—if we take the time to notice it. In this episode, I share how to uncover the moments of simplicity, flow, and joy that already exist in your life. Plus, explore these Messy Journaling Questions (MJQs) to deepen your reflection: Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:18:04

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How I dealt with a dose of travel overwhelm

9/28/2024
Here's what I did when travel overwhelm hit me just before going on my Pacific North West adventure. Support the show 🎧 The One Minute Marke: Need a quick reset from overwhelm? Download my free one-minute audio here: The One Minute Marke.Welcome to the Overwhelm is Optional PodcastThis is the podcast for big-hearted, highly driven professionals who want their life back.Each week, we explore ways to gently rebel against the idea that overwhelm and exhaustion are just the price you pay for success. You don’t have to push through—it’s time to work with ease, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want.💡 Meet Heidi Marke I’m Heidi, a Coach, Teacher, Podcaster, and Author. Having painfully burned out—losing my career, confidence, health, and financial stability—I discovered a better way. Now, I quietly lead The Gentle Rebellion, helping you to:Stop pushing through overwhelm.Redefine success on your own terms.Reclaim your time, energy, and life.More Resources to Support You: 🌿 Learn more about my work: www.heidimarke.co.uk. 🎧 Curious about my free audio? Try it here: The One Minute Marke.📚 My Book: Overwhelm...

Duration:00:25:51

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Episode 28: A quick update on my story

9/29/2020
In this episode, I reflect on how I started this podcast in April, how I’ve been aiming for my dreams by putting the words ‘with ease’ after all my big goals. I share with you what I’ve been up to and what the next few episodes will be about. Free one-minute tune-in - try Neutral Noticing for yourself right now To book one of the limited free calls click here: https://calendly.com/heidi-ease/free-30-minute-call

Duration:00:27:31