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In this episode, Baz and Loz kick off the year by exploring how vision boards can help create clarity, focus, and momentum in both life and business. Moving beyond the idea of vision boards as a “woo-woo” trend, they break down a practical, emotionally grounded system for defining goals and turning them into lived reality.Drawing inspiration from Terry Seville Foy, the self-described “Cheerleader of Dreams,” the conversation blends personal stories, humour, and neuroscience-backed principles. Baz and Loz share how visualisation, emotional engagement, and consistent action have played a powerful role in manifesting real-world outcomes — from vehicles and travel to career milestones — and guide listeners through a simple framework to dream intentionally and act consistently throughout the year.

In this warm, nostalgic and deeply human episode, Loz and Baz explore how to take the pressure off Christmas and reclaim the joy and connection the season is meant to bring. Through personal childhood stories, humour, and honest reflections, they unravel the cultural expectations that make many people feel overwhelmed, behind, or “not enough” at Christmas time. They highlight how comparison culture, grief, burnout, and perfectionism distort what should be a restful, meaningful holiday.The hosts encourage listeners to embrace imperfection, prioritise presence over perfection, and consciously create memories that matter. They offer practical mindset tools for business owners, parents, and professionals who struggle to switch off, giving permission to rest, set boundaries, and enjoy the season without guilt. The episode ends with heartfelt reflections, fun challenges (like hiding each other’s phones), and an invitation for listeners to share the memory they want to create this Christmas.How to stress less and enjoy a truly meaningful ChristmasChristmas is sold to us as a picture-perfect, Hallmark-style event — matching pyjamas, flawless dinners, perfect gifts, smiling families. But the reality? It’s messy, emotional, stressful, and nostalgic… and that’s exactly what makes it meaningful.In this heartwarming festive episode, Baz and Loz dive into:Why Christmas feels so pressuredThe impact of comparison cultureHow grief and loneliness hit harder at this time of yearNavigating the guilt of restingLetting go of perfectionChildhood memories and the magic of messy ChristmasesTheir 5 core principles to enjoy a calmer holiday seasonThey also share personal stories — the hilarious, the heart-stopping, and the unforgettable — exploring how imperfect moments become our favourite memories.✨ Topics CoveredThe myth of the “perfect Christmas”Why we feel pressure to perform for social mediaChristmas grief, depression and lonelinessBurnout and the fear of slowing downReframing success during the holidaysLife-changing festive memoriesPresence over perfectionHealthy boundary-settingHow to “cruise into Christmas rather than crash into it”🧠 Mentioned Resources & LinksBurnout Self-Assessment (Free): 26 questions for clarity on your stress levels https://burnoutscorecard.scoreapp.com/Children’s Book: The Good Food Gang https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CPKHTDCD/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_7Q1S5V8F00BPGJPQG5VC?linkCode=ml1&tag=rocksolid0f-21&linkId=fd65b31cd9c45aa8a88c71129048a9a4Energy Reset Book: 101 Tips to Reduce Stress and Recover from Burnout: https://amzn.to/3XA8stc

This deeply personal episode reveals what happened when life suddenly forced “the strong one” — Baz — into a vulnerable place. One week after celebrating their 20-year anniversary in Las Vegas, Barry was rushed into emergency surgery for a severely infected appendix. Loz and Baz walk listeners through the story from both sides: the physical and emotional shock for Baz, and the fear, surrender, and practical crisis-management that Loz navigated.The episode unpacks themes of control, surrender, resilience, faith, and the reality of running a business as a husband-and-wife team when one half is suddenly incapacitated. Through humour, honesty, and raw vulnerability, the Ash's show how major life interruptions can become powerful lessons in letting go, patience, and gratitude.Show Notes🎙 Episode: When the Strong One Needs HelpIn this emotional and insightful episode, Loz & Baz open up about the night everything changed. Instead of burnout or business strategy, they share the real-life story of Baz’s emergency surgery — and the mindset tools that helped them both get through it.💬 What We CoverThe moment Barry realised something was seriously wrongHow a “simple flu feeling” turned into emergency surgerySurrender vs control — and why both perspectives matterFear, faith, and staying grounded during medical emergenciesRunning a business when illness hits the main breadwinnerLessons on patience, resilience, and healingUsing gratitude to stay centred in chaosSeeing yourself vs how others see you🌟 Key MomentsVegas celebrations → hospital admissionsThe emotional impact of being “the strong one”Baz’s mindset during the diagnosisLoz’s “police mode” and coping strategyThe moment the hospital lost Barry after surgeryThe painful recovery and unexpected emotional crash