The Home Stretch Pod

By Elise Burton

The Home Stretch is a space for honest conversations about personal growth, mindset and finding your way when life feels uncertain. Each episode shares reflections, habits and lessons that help you

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The podcast currently has 38 episodes available.

The Home Stretch Pod episodes:

March 23, 2026 Signs Your Life Is Out of Alignment | Ep 38
Ever have those weeks where you just feel… off, and you can’t quite explain why?
In this episode of The Home Stretch, I’m talking about that quiet feeling of misalignment from comparison and jealousy, to low energy and not feeling like yourself. We dive into the signs your life might be slightly out of sync, why these phases are completely normal, and how to gently bring yourself back.
I’m also sharing a simple “life audit” you can try, how to score different areas of your life, and why focusing on just one small change can help you rebuild momentum without feeling overwhelmed. If you’ve been feeling disconnected or not quite where you want to be, this is your reminder that a reset doesn’t have to be drastic.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
02:13 Comparison And Jealousy
03:44 Signs Of Misalignment
07:07 Ups And Downs Explained
10:04 Monthly Life Audit
12:41 Score Your Life Areas
17:00 Action Steps Examples
25:04 Closing Thoughts
If you’ve been feeling a little lost or out of sync lately, you’re not alone 🤍
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
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28min
March 16, 2026 Why Stillness Feels So Uncomfortable | Ep 37
Sometimes the reset you need is simply slowing down and getting quiet.
In this episode of The Home Stretch, I’m talking about falling out of my morning routine and why returning to stillness has been such a powerful reset for my mindset. From waking up earlier for mindfulness to noticing how uncomfortable silence can feel, this episode explores why so many of us avoid stillness and what happens when we finally allow it.
We also dive into spiritual awareness, recognising signs, trusting divine timing and why life often starts to make more sense when you stop forcing everything to happen. If you’ve been feeling mentally noisy or disconnected lately, this is your reminder to slow down and listen.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Resetting and falling off routine
02:36 Why stillness feels uncomfortable
05:19 Silence, intuition and spiritual awareness
09:59 Trusting timing and letting life unfold
14:27 Signs, gratitude and slowing down
If life has felt loud lately, this episode is your invitation to pause, breathe and reconnect 🤍
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
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19min
March 09, 2026 If Manifestation Isn’t Working… Listen to This | Ep 36
Manifestation can feel exciting… until it starts to feel frustrating.
In this episode of The Home Stretch, I’m sharing an honest chat about the moments when manifestation and mindset work don’t feel magical at all. Feeling blocked around money goals and career direction, to questioning advice online and wondering if you’re doing it “wrong”, this episode dives into the messy middle of personal growth.
We talk about my early experiences with spirituality, how love showed up naturally when I stopped forcing it, and why desperation can sometimes push the things we want further away. I also share a recent mindfulness reset, my plans for new habits this month, and a small experiment in letting go and trusting the process.
If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting more from life but not knowing how to get there, this episode is for you 🤍
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Manifestation frustrations and feeling blocked
03:22 Spirituality, love and trusting timing
08:22 Career doubts and the desperation trap
12:55 Conflicting advice and resetting your mindset
15:39 Podcast doubts, new habits and letting go
If you’re navigating growth, questioning your path, or trying to trust things will work out, you’re not alone 🤍
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
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25min
March 02, 2026 A Gentle Reset for When You Feel Off Track | Ep 35
Some seasons feel slower, heavier, and a little out of sync… and this episode is all about finding your way back 🤍
In this honest catch up, I’m sharing what helped me move through a recent rut from journaling to clear mental noise, improving communication, and learning to truly fill my own cup first. We talk about meditation, fresh air, gym momentum, quitting nicotine, and the small habits that quietly rebuild your energy when you don’t feel like yourself.
If you’ve been feeling low on motivation, distracted, or just not quite “there”, this is a gentle reminder that small shifts can make a big difference.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Back From a Rut
04:18 Fill Your Cup First
08:25 Quitting Nicotine and Anxiety
17:50 Cut TV and Screen Time
19:07 Wrap Up and Next Steps
If you’re rebuilding momentum, protecting your energy, or learning to slow down without giving up you’re not alone 🫶
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
Free Download / Stream: https://www.audiolibrary.com.co/audio-library-beats/jazzy-night
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22min
February 23, 2026 If Your Mind Won’t Switch Off.. THIS Is for You | Ep 34
Some weeks just feel… heavy and this episode turned into a real reset conversation 🤍
I'm talking all things stress of house delays and the weird pressure that comes with being self employed, to feeling lost, low energy & stuck in “productive procrastination”. I’m sharing an honest look at the mindset spiral I found myself in recently. But it also led to a breakthrough moment a simple 30 minute meditation that completely shifted how I approached my thoughts, my business anxiety, and the constant overthinking about the future.
We’re talking about what meditation actually feels like in real life not the perfect Instagram version, how to observe your thoughts without judgement, and small ways to come back to yourself whether that’s guided meditations, getting outside for fresh air, or building a simple daily habit that helps you step out of autopilot.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, mentally noisy, or like you need a gentle reset this episode is for you.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome, house delays and the stress spiral
03:26 The meditation breakthrough and mindset shift
06:39 Overthinking the future and business anxiety
11:03 Meditation in real life and getting out of autopilot
17:01 Gratitude, manifesting and building the habit
If you’re trying to slow your mind down while still building a life, a home, or a business you’re not alone!
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
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22min
February 16, 2026 Building a Brand While Building a Home | Ep 33
There’s something about winter that makes you reflect… and this episode turned into exactly that!
Be ready for Winter Olympics chats with a cup of tea and feeling the cold in our new home, to talking about curling curiosity, gloomy lighting struggles and the realities of filming content in winter. This episode is part cosy life chat, part honest creator diary.
I’m also sharing a real mindset shift I’ve had around Instagram vs TikTok, the pressure to niche down, and what building long-term trust actually looks like online. If you’re trying to grow something in your late 20s whether that’s a home, a business or a personal brand then this one’s for you.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Winter Olympics vibes, tea & feeling the cold at home
02:24 Curling curiosity: from shuffleboard to trying it
03:32 Gloomy lighting & camera focus fails
04:47 Detoxing & reframing Instagram vs TikTok mindset
08:06 Creative reels & scrapbook editing apps (Canva vs Criso)
09:50 The 30-part TikTok series: workflow & batching
13:49 Niche down or not? Trust, community & long-term growth
15:20 Wrap-up: Olympics + social media takeaways
If you’re building something behind the scenes and wondering if you’re doing it right, you’re not alone!! 🤍
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
Free Download / Stream: https://www.audiolibrary.com.co/audio-library-beats/jazzy-night
Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GNV-X6h9Hec
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February 09, 2026 How To Prepare Your Finances Before House Hunting | Ep 32
Getting your finances right before you start house hunting can make or break your home-buying journey and it’s something so many first-time buyers underestimate.
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to prepare financially before buying a house, including the money habits lenders really care about (and the ones that can quietly ruin your mortgage application). I’m sharing practical advice, real-life examples, and a few honest lessons from our own experience to help you avoid unnecessary stress and delays.
Whether you’re just thinking about buying or already deep in the process, this episode will help you feel more confident, informed, and in control of your finances as a first-time buyer.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to The Home Stretch Podcast
00:43 Preparing financially before house hunting
03:28 Avoiding new credit before your mortgage application
05:05 Managing overdrafts & gambling habits
07:18 Maintaining financial stability during the buying process
11:37 Consulting a mortgage advisor
16:02 Understanding mortgage repayments & overpayments
19:12 Personal anecdotes & final thoughts
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
Free Download / Stream: https://www.audiolibrary.com.co/audio-library-beats/jazzy-night
Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GNV-X6h9Hec
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25min
February 02, 2026 Tears on a Monday??? illness & what to expect when you move | Ep 31
Buying your first home is meant to be exciting… but what happens after you get the keys isn’t talked about enough!!
In this episode, I’m sharing a very real, unfiltered catch-up on life after moving into our first home, including some unexpected emotions thinking about my sis being unwell at the moment :( to the financial reality and the slower process of actually settling in. If you’re a first-time buyer (or about to be), this is your reminder that everything you’re feeling is NORMAL!
This episode is a mix of practical advice, emotional reflections, and honest reassurance, like a chat with a friend who’s a few steps ahead and keeping it real (soz for the emotional blip)
⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction & podcast overview
00:25 House-buying process insights
02:49 Personal life & health update
04:50 Emotional reflections after moving in
05:51 Settling into your new home
15:12 Financial tips for new homeowners
19:37 Final thoughts & encouragement
If you’ve recently moved, feel overwhelmed, or thought “why didn’t anyone warn me about this part?” this one’s for you 🤍
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
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25min
January 26, 2026 The Part of Buying a House Nobody Warns You About! | Ep 30
Getting the keys to your first home is supposed to be the happiest moment but what happens after the champagne pop & Insta photo?
In this episode, I’m sharing the real, honest reality of moving into our first home. From the emotional comedown after completion day to the unexpected money mindset shifts, hosting anxiety, and learning how to make a house feel calm (not Pinterest perfect).
This is the episode I wish I’d listened to after the keys were in my hand when the adrenaline fades and real life begins.
✨ In this episode, we chat about:
• The unexpected emotional surprises after completion
• Why moving in doesn’t instantly feel “settled”
• How buying a home changed my relationship with money
• Adjusting to new financial responsibilities
• Creating a peaceful home environment that supports your mental health
• Hosting for the first time (and the pressure that comes with it!)
Whether you’ve just completed, you’re about to get the keys, or you’re dreaming about your first home one day.. this one’s a cosy, honest chat you’ll feel seen by.
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
Free Download / Stream: https://www.audiolibrary.com.co/audio-library-beats/jazzy-night
Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GNV-X6h9Hec

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20min
January 19, 2026 Outgrowing What You Love: Stranger Things, Addiction & Your Late 20s | Ep 29
In this episode, I’m sitting down for a cosy, honest catch-up that starts with Stranger Things and slowly turns into a bit of a life unload!!! Reflecting on life in my late twenties and this one goes a little deeper than expected lol..
I talk about why Stranger Things hasn’t been hitting the same (especially after that documentary release), nicotine snuggles and why outgrowing comfort can feel so uncomfortable. We get into late-twenties reflections, evolving friendships, career uncertainty, and the very real struggle of dealing with nicotine addiction and trying to break habits that no longer serve me.
This episode is very much a relaxed, chatty ramble.. equal parts reflection, venting, and figuring things out in real time. There’s no big lesson or perfect conclusion, just honest thoughts about change, growth, and learning to sit with where you’re at.
🎧 Grab a cuppa, get comfy, and let’s have a real catch-up.
What to expect:
00:00 Introduction & recap of the previous episode
00:11 Frustrations with Stranger Things
03:03 Life reflections in your late twenties
06:34 Nicotine addiction & daily struggles
12:40 Friendships & personal growth
20:31 Career reflections & future plans
23:09 Final thoughts & wrap-up
🔔 don’t forget to like, subscribe & hit the bell for new episodes every Monday at 11am! subscribe to the podcast on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
📱 come say hi on TikTok & Insta: @thehomestretchpod
work with me 💌 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: Everything discussed in this podcast is based on personal experiences and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, so please consult a professional before making any financial decisions.
Music: Jazzy Night by Audio Library Beats Group
Free Download / Stream: https://www.audiolibrary.com.co/audio-library-beats/jazzy-night
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FAQs about The Home Stretch Pod:

How many episodes does The Home Stretch Pod have?

The podcast currently has 38 episodes available.