
Hosted by Ilana Kosakiewicz · EN

When was the last time you really stopped and deeply listened to your defaults? In this deeply personal and emotional episode, Ilana vulnerably shares the real behind-the-scenes energy of the past few months, including motherhood, nervous system overwhelm, retreat reflections, and the powerful realisation that just because we can keep going doesn't mean we always should. As we move into winter and the month of June, this episode explores the importance of reflection, reassessing old defaults, honouring boundaries, and reconnecting with the season of life you're truly in. What you'll hear in this episode: Why June's energy is calling for deep reflection, restoration, nervous system support, and honest self-leadership The emotional moment Ilana realised she needed to stop pushing through and finally honour her own capacity Powerful insights and patterns that emerged from her recent Reset Weekend Retreat with women feeling burnt out, disconnected, and overwhelmed How to identify the defaults, stories, and survival patterns that are no longer sustainable June's astrological and energetic themes including the Gemini New Moon, Capricorn Full Moon, Winter Solstice, and the wisdom of the winter season This is one of Ilana's most raw, vulnerable, heartfelt, and honest episodes. A beautiful reminder that healing isn't always found in doing more… sometimes it's found in finally giving yourself your own permission slip. 🎧 If you've been feeling emotionally stretched, overwhelmed, disconnected, or quietly craving change, this episode will deeply resonate with you. Listen now at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/264

What if the reason so many people feel burnt out, disconnected, or stuck… is because they've built their life backwards? In this powerful conversation, Ilana sits down with author, entrepreneur, and speaker Tim Duggan to explore how redefining success, creating white space, and rethinking the role work plays in our lives can completely transform our wellbeing. Together, they unpack burnout culture, meaningful work, nervous system awareness, creativity, conflict, and why so many people are living on autopilot without even realising it. What you'll hear in this episode: The simple but life-changing framework behind "working backwards" and why most people are living on default mode Why burnout often happens when we lose connection to meaning, joy, creativity, and space The surprising research around 20% meaningful work and its connection to stress and fulfilment How creating white space and time to think can lead to clarity, creativity, and major life shifts A fascinating discussion on conflict, communication, relationships, and emotional avoidance from Tim's upcoming book. This episode is a powerful reminder that success isn't one-size-fits-all, and sometimes the bravest thing you can do is pause long enough to ask yourself what you actually want. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or craving a different way of living and working, this is a must-listen conversation. Tune into Episode 263 now at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app 🎧 . Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/263

What if the thing that changes your energy, hormones, nervous system, and wellbeing… isn't a huge life overhaul, but the tiny things you do consistently every day? In this episode, Ilana explores the powerful concept of 1% shifts and why small, intentional changes are often the missing piece for women feeling burnt out, depleted, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode. Drawing from her personal journey through burnout, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, and over 12 years as a Kinesiologist, she shares how micro daily rituals can create profound transformation over time. What you'll hear in this episode: Why women often overlook the small daily habits that actually regulate the nervous system The difference between macro resets (holidays, retreats) and the powerful impact of micro resets Practical examples of simple 1% shifts that support energy, hormones, boundaries, and emotional wellbeing How women unconsciously end up in the passenger seat of life and how to reclaim control Why consistency, repetition, and small acts of self-care create the deepest long-term transformation This episode is a beautiful reminder that healing, balance, and sustainable energy aren't built in one giant leap… they're created through the tiny moments you choose yourself every single day. Listen to this episode at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app 🎧. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/262

What if birthdays were less about getting older… and more about reconnecting with yourself, your energy, and the life you truly want to create? In this heartfelt birthday episode, Ilana reflects on another trip around the sun and shares why rituals, reflection, and intentional white space are so important for women's wellbeing and self-leadership. She explores the power of pausing during birthdays, seasonal shifts, and life transitions to reconnect with your inner wisdom, honour your growth, and consciously choose the direction you want your life to move in. What you'll hear in this episode: Why birthdays are a powerful time for reflection, realignment, and intentional living The difference between living in the passenger seat versus the driver's seat of your life Reflection questions to help you reconnect with your energy, desires, and future vision The importance of white space, rituals, and self-celebration in a busy world Simple birthday rituals and practices to honour yourself and the season you're moving into This episode is a gentle reminder that you don't need to wait until a holiday, burnout, breakdown, or a big life event to pause and reconnect with yourself. 🎧 If you're craving more meaning, intention, and connection in your life, press play on this beautiful episode and listen now at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/261

When life feels like a washing machine, how do you actually reset your energy? In this episode, Ilana shares a powerful and practical approach to resetting your energy in real time when life doesn't go to plan. Drawing from her own recent experience of illness, disrupted routines, and family challenges, she explains how to shift from pressure and control into awareness, surrender, and aligned action. What you'll hear in this episode: Why trying to push harder and "catch up" when life derails actually leads to deeper burnout The simple shift from asking "how do I stay on track?" to "what does my energy need right now?" How to recognise your true daily capacity (100% vs 40%) and adjust without guilt A practical pause + check-in reset tool to recalibrate your energy instantly The connection between nervous system awareness, self-compassion, and sustainable energy This episode is your permission slip to stop forcing, start listening, and respond to life in a way that actually supports you. If you're ready to feel calmer, clearer, and back in control when life gets messy, press play now and listen at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app 🎧. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/260

Feeling like you've lost momentum lately? In this episode, Ilana shares the May Energy Forecast, exploring how this month invites you to build intentional, sustainable momentum after the recalibration of recent months. She weaves together seasonal wisdom, nervous system awareness, and lunar insights to help you move forward with clarity, alignment, and self-trust. What you'll hear in this episode: Why May is all about intentional momentum and moving away from hustle-driven energy The difference between momentum, motivation, and pressure (and why most women get this wrong) How to align your actions with your energetic capacity, values, and nervous system The role of the Full Moon and New Moon in May in supporting release, clarity, and grounded new beginnings Practical rituals and mindset shifts to create sustainable growth without burnout This episode is your reminder that true momentum isn't about doing more… it's about moving in a way that actually supports your life. 🎧 Tune into this week's episode at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/259

What if the reason you feel overwhelmed isn't because you're doing too much… but because there isn't enough space in between it all? In this episode, Ilana introduces the concept of white space and why it's one of the most powerful yet overlooked tools for energy, clarity, and emotional wellbeing. She shares her personal journey through burnout and chronic fatigue, and how creating intentional space completely shifted the way she lives, works, and shows up. In this episode, you'll discover: What white space actually is (and why it's not the same as rest or traditional self-care) How a lack of space can lead to burnout, anxiety, and disconnection from yourself The surprising reason why clarity, creativity, and intuition only come when you slow down Simple ways to start creating daily, weekly, and seasonal white space in your life Why learning to pause is a skill you build over time, not something you're naturally good or bad at This episode is your permission slip to slow down, reconnect, and create the space your body has been asking for. Remember you don't need more time… you need more intentional space. 🎧 Listen at ilanak.com.au/podcast or on your favourite podcast app. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/258

Are you constantly overthinking, feeling mentally exhausted, and disconnected from your body—but not sure why? In this episode, Ilana explores why so many women are living predominantly in their heads and how this creates imbalance, disconnection, and depletion. You'll be introduced to the powerful concept of the three wisdom centres—head, heart, and gut—and how reconnecting to all three can transform your energy, clarity, and wellbeing. In this episode, we explore: Why 80% of women are operating from their head and what this means for your energy and wellbeing The concept of the three wisdom centres (head, heart, gut) and how each one influences your thoughts, emotions, and intuition How ignoring your heart and gut intuition can lead to burnout, disconnection, and even physical symptoms Real-life examples of how this imbalance shows up in work, relationships, and everyday life A simple daily check-in practice to help you reconnect with your body and restore balance If you've been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or like something is "off," this episode will help you understand why—and show you a new way forward. Listen now at ilanak.com.au/podcast or on your favourite podcast app 🎧 . Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/257

Are you over 40, eating healthy, moving your body but still struggling with weight, energy and your hormones? In this episode, Ilana is joined by returning guest Tess Masters to explore the deeper layers of nutrition, menopause, and sustainable health for women over 40. Together, they unpack the shift from restrictive dieting to strategic nourishment, and why a holistic approach to food, stress, and self-care is essential for long-term wellbeing. This conversation blends personal stories, expert insights, and practical wisdom to help you rethink your relationship with food, your body, and your energy. What you'll hear in this episode: Why healthy eating alone isn't enough and the importance of strategic nourishment, especially over 40 The biggest mistakes women make with food, including undereating, chasing quick fixes, and ignoring gut health How stress, nervous system imbalance, and hormones impact weight, energy, and overall wellbeing The shift from rigid diets to flexibility, balance, and bio-individual nutrition Why self-care, boundaries, and listening to your body are essential for sustainable health This episode will challenge the way you've been taught to think about food and empower you to approach your health in a more aligned, supportive, and realistic way. If you're ready to feel energised, nourished, and back in control of your body, this is a must-listen episode. Tune in now at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app 🎧. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/256

Are you feeling the pull to lead your life differently right now? In this episode of The Energy Shift Podcast, Ilana explores April's theme of Balanced Self-Leadership, guiding you through global energetic shifts, the Libra Full Moon, Aries New Moon, and how to stay grounded, clear and aligned in uncertain times. In this episode, we explore: Why April is the month of balanced self-leadership and what that really means in your daily life How the Libra Full Moon reveals energy leaks, people-pleasing and relationship imbalances The powerful reset of the Aries New Moon and how to begin again from alignment, not pressure Two simple but essential practices to protect your energy and stay grounded in a changing world How global uncertainty, rising costs and collective shifts are inviting you to focus on what you can control April is here to test boundaries, realign and draw you more deeply within. Tune in now and learn how to move through life right now with more clarity, confidence and ease. Listen at ilanak.com.au/podcast or on your favourite podcast app. Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/255