Women’s Health Unwrapped
Episode 138:
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Are you waking up already exhausted—physically and emotionally—before the day has even begun?
“For so many years, I thought being busy meant I was doing life right. I wore my productivity like a badge of honour, even when it was quietly draining me. It took hitting a wall—mentally, physically, emotionally—for me to realise that success without energy, joy, or presence isn’t really success at all.”
— Nicola Farndell
“High achievers are often afraid to stop. There’s this underlying fear that if they slow down, everything they’ve built will fall apart. But true health—real, sustainable wellbeing—doesn’t come from pushing harder. It begins the moment you give yourself permission to pause, to breathe, and to simply be.”
— Charlotte Carter
In this episode of Women’s Health Unwrapped:
Are you waking up excited and energised to see how the day unfolds? Or does your day start with a sigh and a sense of ‘here we go again’?
If it’s the latter, this episode is definitely one for you.
I’m joined by Charlotte Carter, high performance coach and energy mentor, for a rich and inspiring conversation about what it really means to feel energised—and how to start building that from the inside out. Charlotte’s approach is grounded in the idea that energy is more than just how awake or tired you feel. It’s physical, yes, but it’s also mental, emotional and spiritual. And when you understand all four, that’s when everything starts to shift.
We dive into her personal journey from a career in mental health to helping women live with intention, presence and purpose. We chat about how to navigate the busy trap so many high achievers fall into, why creating space is essential for health and happiness, and how your daily habits can either drain you, or completely light you up
The key highlights from our conversation are:
Why creating space is essential to help you feel more present and clear.
How your energy is a reflection of what you value (and how you’re living).
That energy encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects.
How high achievers often fall into the busy being busy trap.
The link between burnout, identity and the pressure to always be ‘on’.
What success really looks like in midlife (hint: it starts with inner peace).
Why movement should feel like a celebration, not a punishment.
How building new healthy habits starts with valuing yourself.
About Charlotte Carter:
Charlotte Carter is the Founder and CEO of ‘I Dare To Leap Ltd’, where she mentors high performers to transform their lives through targeted coaching and energy work.
As a clinical hypnotherapist, transformational coach, positive psychology practitioner, energy healer, breathwork facilitator, and personal trainer, Charlotte brings a holistic approach to personal development.
Her work with high achievers all over the world focuses on removing barriers to living a truly fulfilling life. An Amazon bestselling author and international podcast host with Align with Abraham, Charlotte's expertise has been featured in prominent publications including Hello Online, Grazia, Daily Telegraph, Marie Claire, and Metro.
Charlotte's insights come from both personal experience and the remarkable results of her clients, offering readers practical wisdom that bridges theory and real-world application.
Connect with Charlotte:
Tune in to your most expansive self using Charlotte’s FREE audio available on her website here
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