How to Let Go of Guilt For Managing Different Areas of Life with Chontel Duncan

In this episode, we dive into the incredible story of Chontel Duncan—a fitness icon, entrepreneur, and mother of 5 kids — who shares her unique art of balancing motherhood, business, and self-care. From starting with nothing and building a thriving fitness empire, to managing the emotional challenges of mom guilt, people-pleasing tendencies, and postpartum struggles, she opens up about what it really takes to pursue your passions while raising a family. Key Takeaways:💡Learn how to manage the guilt of being a working mom without feeling like you’re compromising your family or your dreams.💡Discover why people-pleasing can drain your energy and how to break free from the cycle.💡Gain practical strategies for staying committed to your fitness goals in 2025, even with a busy schedule.💡Understand the unspoken realities of postpartum recovery and the mental resilience it requires.This episode is perfect for mums who feel torn between their family and their passions, fitness enthusiasts looking for motivation, or anyone who wants to hear a raw and authentic story about resilience, ambition, and balance. 👉🏽 My FREE Work Life Balance WorkshopCONNECT WITH OUR GUEST📸 Instagram 🏋️‍♂️ NEUFORM TIME STAMPS(00:00) Trailer / Intro(02:26) Chontel’s Origin story(08:43) Letting go of people on the journey(12:41) People Pleasing(14:58) How do you balance doing it all?(22:41) Dealing with guilt for choosing work over your kids(31:10) How do we stick to our Fitness Goals in 2025 (39:06) Aftermath of Pregnancy(45:29) Mental struggles WHO AM I?My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel!📸 Connect with me on IG!RESOURCES▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge▶︎ Goal Setting System E-BookLET’S BE FRIENDS📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thebalancetheorypodcast/ 📱Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thebalancetheorypodcast 🌍 My website - https://thebalancetheorypodcast.com/ MY FAVOURITE STUFF💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial📚 Scheduling Meeting tool - CalendlySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Struggling to find balance in your life and achieve your goals? Join Erika De Pellegrin on The Balance Theory, a self development podcast packed with actionable strategies to build confidence, crush your goals, unlock the life you want and transform your mindset in the process. As a lawyer who’s conquered burnout, she shares powerful tips on self-growth, productivity, and unlocking your true potential—without the guilt, overwhelm & stress that comes from trying to juggle different areas of life. The Balance Theory is a powerful approach to reframing life balance, so you can build the life you are dreaming of without compromising what matters most. Join us weekly for practical and personal tools and insights to help find your unique balance, to be inspired by guests like Kayla Itsines, Kelsey Wells, Steph Claire Smith, Laura Henshaw, KIC Founders, Sarah Davidson, Chontel Duncan, Georgie Stevenson and more.Tune in to break through barriers and start living the life you deserve!Spotify Playlists:Mindset PlaylistSelf Awareness Playlist Health + Fitness PlaylistHead on over and connect with us on our TikTok, YouTube & Instagram!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.