The Balance Theory

Why Ambitious Women Feel Guilt — And What to Do About It w Jacqui Kingswell


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You're doing everything right — chasing your goals, building the life you dreamed of, maybe even raising a family along the way. So why does it still feel like you're falling short?


In this episode, I sit down with Jacqui Kingswell, co-founder of the global platform The Pilates Class, to explore the emotional tug-of-war that ambitious women face daily — guilt, burnout, and the pressure to “have it all.” From starting a business during lockdown to navigating motherhood while scaling to 118 countries, Jackie opens up about the hidden cost of doing it all, and how she redefined balance on her own terms.


We dive into:

💭 The guilt no one talks about: between motherhood, ambition & identity

🔥 What burnout actually looks like when you're high-functioning

🧠 How to stop tying your worth to productivity

🌿 A refreshing new approach to balance that embraces imperfection

💬 The truth about “having it all” — and why it’s not the goal


Whether you're chasing goals, raising a family, or just trying to keep it together — this one’s for you.


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TIME STAMPS

(00:00) Introduction

(04:08) How did you grow TPT?

(07:24) Does Jacqui have balance?

(10:04) How do you checkin with yourself?

(12:58) Can women have it all?

(20:05) Being in the present moment v future thinking

(26:06) Limiting beliefs, self doubt

(30:13) Does fear mean you’re not ready?

(34:20) How would your life be different?

(37:55) Balancing work life and mum life

(41:17) Habits on Time Management

(43:45) Inspiring People or Books



THE STUDIO 🎥

We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful I Want It Yesterday studio in Sydney, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough:

👉🏽 To Book a Podcasting Session: https://www.iwantityesterday.co/podcasting

👉🏽 To Book their Studio Space: https://www.iwantityesterday.co/studios

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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!


RESOURCES

▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon

▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge

▶︎ Goal Setting System E-Book


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