Feeling scatterbrained and on the edge of burnout?
In this episode of Big Sister Chats, we dive into how to actually stay focused in a world of distractions, and what helped me come back from the brink of burnout.
From mindfulness and meditation to practical productivity hacks and shifting your workspace, I share the honest, messy reality behind what works and what doesn't when your mind has 43 tabs open.
Whether you're juggling creative projects or just trying to finish your to-do list, this one's for you.
App – Medito (Meditation App)
Free, ad-free meditation app that helped you avoid burnout.
Book – Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time by Jeff Sutherland
Mentioned for its perspective on multitasking and time waste.
Pomodoro Technique
25/5 or 50/10 work-break structure to improve focus.
YouTube – Study/Work With Me Videos
Recommended for structured productivity.
Try: “Study With Me – Real Time Pomodoro” or “Work With Me Live Streams”
Co-Working Sessions (with friends or virtual)
Your example: working on novels with a friend weekly for feedback and motivation.
Task Prioritization Matrix (Eisenhower Matrix)
Helpful for sorting urgent vs. important tasks.
Digital Declutter Tips
Suggested tip: “New Chrome window with only 3 tabs max.”
Reference: Cal Newport’s Digital Minimalism
Dedicated Work Zones / Change of Environment
Library, café, or "Do Not Disturb" rooms suggested to improve mental separation from distractions.
► Host: @L.a.pichler (https://www.instagram.com/l.a.pichler/)
► Drop your questions on IG or via Spotify voice message—your story could be next!
#BurnoutRecovery #FocusTips #CreativeProductivity #MindfulnessMatters #BigSisterChats
Big Sister Chats • S2 E3: Travel with Intention & Cultivate Sehnsucht
This episode is your sign to leave your routine, book a flight—and find yourself in the process.
Ever felt Sehnsucht—that ache for a place you’ve never been? In this conversation with travel-guide extraordinaire Julia, we explore how to:
Travel with intention: craft journeys that speak directly to your soul
Listen to sacred sites: why temples, pyramids, and ancient ruins can feel alive
Solo-trip insights: turning unfamiliar cities into meaningful “homes”
Meditation for wanderers: simple practices to invoke connection before you land
Finding your travel theme: choosing destinations that echo your personal year (hello, Year of the Serpent!)
Whether you’re craving depth in your next getaway or simply seeking a fresh way to explore, this episode will spark that full-body “fan-view” feeling. 🌍✈️
► Connect with Julia
Instagram: @soul_wisdom_by_julia
Free Program: 22 Days of Mastering Your Creatrix Powers
The Sacred Travel Podcast: Youtube Spotify Apple
► Got wanderlust questions? Slide into my DMs on Instagram @pichlerr or leave a Spotify voice note—your next big sister moment could be on air!
📚 Episode Resources & Links
Insight Timer (Meditation App)Free guided meditations—search “travel visualization” or “place connection.”https://insighttimer.com
The Art of Travel by Alain de BottonA philosophical take on why and how we roam.
Sacred Sites Top-10 List (Atlas Obscura Collection)Curated guide to the world’s most resonant ancient places:https://www.atlasobscura.com/places
Chinese Zodiac: Year of the SerpentHow to choose a travel focus based on your personal “year sign”:https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/social_customs/zodiac/serpent
5. YouTube – “5-Minute Travel Meditation”Ease into presence before touchdown: search “5 minute travel meditation Insight Timer.”
Safe travels—may your next trip be both an adventure and a homecoming. 🌿🧳✨
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Big Sister Chats • S2 E2: Reclaim Your Body & Mind—From Macro Tracking to Feminine Flow
What if letting go of control is the bravest thing you’ll ever do?
From Muscle Mommy to Mind-Body Madison
In this candid follow-up, we sit down with a top fitness influencer who went from hip-thrusting 405 lbs to embracing 5-minute guided meditations—and learned that true strength comes from silence, not the StairMaster. Tune in for raw stories of:
Macro tracking madness: How counting calories became a prison—and how to break free
Mind-body connection: Why your scale is lying and your gut has the real data
Reclaiming feminine energy: The book that helped her balance yang ambition with intuitive flow
Small habits, huge impact: From daily journaling prompts to earbuds-off walks
Therapy & tools: Must-read “Eating in the Light of the Moon” and why it’s a game-changer
Plus:
How to recognize when your fitness persona is running you
Tips for easing into meditation (yes, even if you can’t sit still)
Real talk on social-media comparison and mental-health stigma
► Host: @l.a.pichler (https://www.instagram.com/l.a.pichler/)► Madison: @madison.johnsonn (https://www.instagram.com/madison.johnsonn/)
Resources:
Eating in the Light of the Moon by Anita JohnstonA foundational book on reclaiming your feminine energy and intuitive eating. (This was the game-changer therapy reccomendation.)
Medito Meditation AppThe free app you mentioned for quick, guided morning meditations—perfect for beginners.
YouTube 5-Minute Guided Morning Meditations(Search “5 minute morning meditation guided” — these shorter YouTube tracks ease you into silence before tackling longer practices like Joe Dispenza’s.)
► Drop your questions on IG or via Spotify voice message—your story could be next!
🔖 Keywords: intuitive eating · macro tracking · mind-body connection · feminine energy · meditation tips · journaling prompts · fitness influencer · self-care podcast · mental-health · break free from comparison · small habits big change
Episode 1 • S2: Doing It Scared — Grow Your Comfort Zone
This podcast won’t fix your life. But it will make you feel something in your chest at 2 AM.
🔥What if your greatest growth lies in the scariest step you haven’t taken yet?
In this raw Season 2 opener, we break down:
Why “doing it scared” is a superpower (and how to build momentum)
Solo travel on a shoestring: real tips to burst your bubble, even for a weekend
Journaling prompts to turn overwhelm into clarity—no fluff, just action
Trial-and-error mindset: stop aiming for perfect, start aiming for progress
Plus:
Sneak peeks at upcoming guests (fitness influencer Madison, burnout warriors, Euro-US expat stories & more)
Cover-art redesign teasers (should I cut my hair? you decide)
Big Sister Question of the Week: What would you do if you weren’t scared?
► Connect with me:Instagram: @L.a.pichler
Drop your burning questions there (or in Spotify’s “Send Voice Message”) and you might hear them on air!
🔖 Keywords & Tags:big sister chats · comfort zone · fearless living · self-growth podcast · travel tips · mental health advice · journaling prompts · young adult chaos · do it scared · build momentum
Subscribe now so you’ll never miss the next truth bomb. Because sitting with your feelings is great—but sitting through them together? That’s where the magic happens.
Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
In this episode, we are talking about standing up early - whether that means 5 a.m., earlier or later. 🤍
It seems the number one rule for a successful life is standing up early. Like … really early.
Depending on who you ask, people stand up at six, five, four, even three in the morning. And it sounds a little crazy. But actually a lot of people do it. And because I´m one of those crazy people, let´s talk about standing up early.
☕☕If we were having Coffee …☕☕
This is our format where I tell you a little bit about me and how my life is going right now. It’s inspired by a newsletter from TheBlissBean
if we were having coffee …
Now, if we were having coffee, I’d also love to hear your stories. Actually, Spotify seems to have a feature now where you can comment directly under the episode. Or you can also let me know what has been going on in your life lately on YouTube or Instagram.
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Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats (https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/).
🎙NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
In this episode we´ll touch on:
Recap & Key Take-Aways
So, let’s recap what we’ve learned today:
Thanks for tuning in to today’s episode of Big Sister Chats.
I hope you found some inspiration get up in the morning too - even if you’re not an early bird. For your call to action this week, set your alarm earlier for tomorrow morning. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who’s interested in self care, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. Take care, and I’ll see you in the next episode!
Byyyye!
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Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
In this episode, we are talking about self care. 🤍
"Go take a bubble bath and you’ll feel fine." Yeah, babes, that’s not how it works, sadly.
Self-Care. The word is all over social media. So I wondered: Is it just a trend? Just a vibe or a style that some people have? Is it just a fancy word, like we call regular walks “hot girl walks” now?
But I realized it’s not. Or it shouldn’t be. While it all seems so perfect on Instagram and Co, self care isn’t just putting cucumbers on your eyes, living a minimalist lifestyle and standing up at 5 in the morning. 👑
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Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats (https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/).
🎙NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
In this episode we´ll touch on:
Redefine Self-Care as a Daily Essential, Not a Luxury
Self-care isn’t just about treating yourself; it's about taking care of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It can be as simple as setting boundaries, getting enough sleep, or saying no to things that drain you.
Recap & Key Take-Aways
So, let’s recap what we’ve learned today:
Redefine Self-Care: It's not just about an aesthetic; it's taking care of your overall well-being.
Incorporate Self-Care into Daily Life: Small, consistent practices like taking breaks, breathing exercises, or setting boundaries can have a big impact.
Self-Care is Personal: Your routine should be tailored to what genuinely recharges you; it's okay if it doesn't look like everyone else's.
Consistency Over Perfection: Self-care is about growth, not perfection.
There are so many forms of Self-Care: find what works best for you.
Self-Care isn’t just a Trend: While self-care is popular, it’s more than a trend—it's a lifelong practice essential for managing stress and maintaining balance in a fast-paced world.
Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon!
(ignore this part, it's for the algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast #podcastbigsisterchats #selfcare #selfcareroutine #selfcareadvice
Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
In this episode, we are talking about how to use your time to do something fun after work or uni so your evenings are not wasted. 🤍
It can be so exhausting to try and find something to do after a long day and we tend to just lay around, wasting the free time we have to wait around for the next day. Not anymore! 👑
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats.
🎙NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify!https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
I split this epsiode into evening funsies and girls nights💟 You can always go and search pinterest for some more ideas. Just use your free time to do something fun or work on your personal projects and yourself.
Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon!
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Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
In this episode, we are talking about how to spend your time more wisely by reducing your screen time and spending less time on your phone. 🤍
There are a couple of hacks that can help making your phone less addicting. Remember: These devices and apps are made to keep you there as long as possible, but you got this! 👑
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙
NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify!
https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
Here are my notes on this episode:
We all only have 24 hours in a day but somehow some people seem to achieve more than others. Most of us do have some time we could spend
First, let’s do an audit and check just how much time we are spending on our phones. You can check your settings for your screen time.
⇒ On which apps do you want to cut back?
⇒ What “doesn’t count” like Spotify or where can it even be useful like Duolingo?
⇒ When do you use your phone when you could be doing something more productive or fun?
Recap & Key Take-Aways
Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon!
(ignore this part, it's for the algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #screentime #reducescreentime #phoneaddiction #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast
Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
I had to split this episode into two halfway through the recording because I realized I am talking forever haha. So tune into episode 3 if you want to hear something about how to decide whether and where to you should move. 😎
In this episode, we are talking about two feelings: guilt and homesickness after moving out. And also how to settle into your new place and get to know it. 🤍
Living in a new place can be exciting - but depending on how far away you go, there is a sense of longing for the known. As always, we talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙
NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify!
https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
Here are my notes on this episode:
So, you want to move out. You already plan moving out. Or you’ve moved out and you’re searching for some tips on how to navigate life in a new city.
Topics we’ll touch on:
Recap & Key Take-Aways
Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #movingout #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast
Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
I had to split this episode into two halfway through the recording because I realized I am talking forever haha. So stay tuned for part two about feeling guilty and homesick. 😎
In this episode, we are talking about how to find out if you should move out right now and how to prepare for this big step. We are also considering options on where to move to. 🤍
I myself have moved around quite a bit already. As always, talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙
NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify!
https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
Here are my notes on this episode:
So, you want to move out. You already plan moving out. Or you’ve moved out and you’re searching for some tips on how to navigate life in a new city.
Topics we’ll touch on:
Recap & Key Take-Aways
Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #movingout #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast
Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
In this episode, we are talking about how to make summer 2024 the best one yet - even though it´s already august. Travel plans, evening funsies and more. 🤍
Low budget options included, of course! As always, talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙
NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify!
https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
Here are my notes on this episode:
June and July are almost over. We get one more month of summer and sunshine. In fact, here it was raining a lot this year and it feels like this summer is totally wasted. So, with August knocking at our doors, it´s time to make summer 2024 memorable after all.
In this episode we´ll touch on:
Recap & Key Take-Aways
So, this is my guide on how to make summer 2024 maybe not your best one yet, but still a very nice memory.
So, this is my guide on how to make summer 2024 maybe not your best one yet, but still a very nice memory. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #summer2024 #august2024 #bestsummer #newpodcast
Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
In this episode, we are talking all things making new friends, feeling lonely and how to maintain your long distance friendships from your hometown. 🤍
I'll share my favorite tip on how to make friends in a place where you know NOBODY (actually, this is the only way I made friends here as an introvert) and as always, talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧
Here are my notes on this episode:
Friends are soulmates. Or at least they can be. This is why, today we’ll touch on the topic of friendships.
As we grow older, it’s more and more hard to sustain the right connections in our life. In this episode we’ll talk about:
- Long Distance Friendships and how to maintain them
- AND Finding new Friends - actually, I have found a way to make friends that nobody has told me before. I’ve spent so many hours on YouTube, trying to find the magic key to new friendships. Nobody could tell me an easy fix. But I found it. And I’ll share it with you.
Recap & Key Take-Aways
So, let’s recap what we’ve learned today:
That is it for today. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #longdistancefriendship #makingnewfriends #friendshipgoals #newpodcast
Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨
Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪
Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅
For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧