Show Notes
If you’ve ever felt like you’re just going through the motions of life… this episode is for you.
On the outside, everything might look good. You’re doing what you’re “supposed” to do. But internally, something feels off. Like you’re not fully in your life.
In this episode of The Balance Theory, Erika sits down with psychologist Dr Louise Lambert to explore why so many of us feel disconnected from our own lives and what actually helps you feel like you’re living again.
This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. It dives into what the science says about happiness, why simply “fixing problems” isn’t enough, and how to shift from just functioning… to truly feeling your life.
If you’ve been craving more presence, more meaning, or just a deeper connection to your everyday life, this will give you a completely new perspective.
What We Cover: * Why you can feel “fine”… but still feel disconnected from your life * The concept of “languishing” and why so many people are stuck there * Why focusing on the past isn’t the key to a better present * The 3 types of people: which one you are and what to do about it * What the science actually says about happiness (and what we get wrong) * Does more success, money, or discipline lead to happier lives? * A simple way to reconnect with meaning and purpose in your life * The difference between positive thinking and useful thinking * Practical ways to shift out of autopilot and feel more present
You don’t need to overhaul your life to feel better, you need to change how you experience it.
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TIME STAMPS
(00:00) Introduction (04:14) What is Positive Psychology (07:28) Stop letting the past take up today’s space (08:54) 3 types of people: which one are you? (16:31) How do you get more out of life? (18:24) Research on what ACTUALLY makes change work (22:05) Practical Activity: Finding meaning & purpose (27:56) This will 100% make you happier (31:51) Step by step guide on Self Talk (37:50) DO NOT be optimistic 100% of the time (39:38) What you think is going to make you happy (46:00) How to persist through challenges (48:00) Does Money Make us happier? (51:34) What is happiness?
WHO AM I?
I’m Erika, an Australian living in Dubai, a mum and the creator and host of this podcast. After almost a decade in law, I’ve stepped into a new chapter centred on what I love - helping people understand themselves, grow and build lives that feel aligned. As someone with big ambitions, I’m passionate about pursuing what matters and to do so, we need to create our own lives intentionally. This channel is a space for honest conversations, curiosity and practical tools to support that journey. Welcome - I’m glad you’re here.
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