Is your business exciting and you can’t wait to get it out there?
Are you all fired up to deliver the amazing services or goods you believe in?
But is showing up online and marketing yourself your biggest hold-up right now?
If you said yes, pop in those headphones and listen to this coaching conversation, where the client explored exactly this — her fear of showing up online with confidence, as her authentic self.
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Book a free intro session by clicking here
You have goals in business, fitness, and life, but distractions keep getting in the way.
The easy, "cheap" pleasures - like scrolling through LinkedIn, checking your email for the 178th time in an hour, or binge-watching Orange is the New Black - feel great in the moment but often leave us feeling unproductive and guilty. More importantly, they keep us from completing the tasks that actually matter.
This post explores one of the key insights from the book Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence by Anna Lembke, an American psychiatrist, author, and professor specializing in addiction medicine.
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
Waking up early is a goal many people strive for, yet few manage to make it a lasting habit.
If you've ever found yourself hitting snooze repeatedly, despite your best intentions, you're not alone.
In a recent coaching session, my client shared that she had been trying to wake up earlier for years—sometimes succeeding for a short time, but never for long.
Ready to get inspired by a real coaching conversation? Pop in those headphones and let's get to it!
If you're ready to work on this with guidance and accountability, book a free consultation with me. Let’s make sure you create habits that support the life you want!
We all chase motivation . But what happens when it runs out?
In this episode, we dig into what actually keeps people going long after the excitement fades. It’s not willpower. And it’s definitely not luck.
If you’ve ever struggled to stick with your goals, this one’s for you!
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
If you’re ready to become consistent and accountable so you achieve your goals, let’s have a conversation. Book your free, no-obligation introductory call here: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
You can build strong habits, achieve your goals, and still have time for what matters most. One small tweak at a time.
=== Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you’re ready to get stuff done and want to get there faster, let's have a conversation and let's see if having a coach by your side is your next best step: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
Have you ever felt like chasing happiness isn’t working? We’re often told to strive to feel great all the time, but what if there’s more to a fulfilling life than happiness?Well-being is a combination of feeling good as well as actually having meaning, good relationships, and accomplishment.
In this podcast episode, I’m sharing key insights from the book Flourish: A New Understanding of Happiness and Wellbeing: The Practical Guide to using Positive Psychology to Make You Happier and Healthier by Martin Seligman.
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
Free Planner & Mini-Coaching session: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/free/
Feeling lazy? You’re not alone! In this episode of Screw Being Unhappy, habit coach Zuzana Mukumayi shares three practical, no-BS tips to push through laziness and get things done.
✅ Plan for it – Schedule it, write it down, and commit.
✅ Create accountability – Tell someone, set goals, or post about it.
✅ Make it easy – Remove obstacles so you can act without overthinking.
Zuzana takes you through a real-life story of how she battled the urge to skip a run—using the same strategies she teaches. From setting a goal to pushing through resistance (even in the rain!), she proves that small, consistent tweaks lead to success.
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
Free Planner & Mini-Coaching session: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/free/
Welcome back to Screw Being Unhappy! We’re kicking off Season 2 with a powerful lesson on consistency, patience, and why real change takes time.
This episode was inspired by a single leaf from my African violet. 🌿 For months, it looked like nothing was happening. But underground, growth was happening. A year later, it’s a thriving plant. And that’s exactly how habits work.
Too often, we expect instant results. When we don’t see progress fast enough, we quit. But real, lasting success comes from sticking with small actions—even when it feels like nothing is changing.
In this episode, I’ll share:
✔️ How to stay consistent even when results aren’t visible yet
✔️ Why most people give up on habits too soon
✔️ The key mindset shift to make habits stick for good
Your habits are like seeds. Keep watering them, and they will grow. 🌱
🎧 Ready to build habits that actually last? Hit play now!
📢 This episode description was created by ChatGPT, for an episode inspired article written by Zuzana, click here.
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
If you’re ready to become consistent and accountable so you achieve your goals, let’s have a conversation. Book your free, no-obligation introductory call here: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
Thank you so much listening to Screw Being Unhappy! I’m excited you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom , and clicking „Write a Review“ (Here is a quick video how to do that) or rating the podcast on Spotify (this is how).
As the year winds down, how can you intentionally show up as your best self for December and early January? In this episode, I share with you three powerful steps I personally take to wrap up your year with purpose and energy:
1️⃣ Setting intentions for how you want to spend the final weeks of the year, making sure you dont throw your hardly won good habits out of the window
2️⃣ Reflecting on the highs, lows, and lessons of the past year to gain insight and celebrate your progress
3️⃣ Planning what's ahead for you in 2025 so you step into January with clarity, focus, and excitement for what’s to come.
Whether you want to end the year feeling calm and fulfilled or kickstart the new one with clear goals, this episode offers simple yet effective strategies to guide you through this transition period.
Grab your journal, find a quiet spot, and let’s finish the year strong—together!
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why setting an intention for the holiday season can positively impact your mindset and energy
- How reflecting on the past year helps you move forward in the best possible way
- Practical tips for planning your goals and priorities for the new year
Resources Mentioned: Learn more about the 5 steps of planning: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/podcast-episode/overcome-overwhelm-boost-productivity/
Connect with me on LinkedIn so you grab free coaching spots when they're available.
Want to work together? Book a free initial consultation here.
Announcement: I’m doing all this for myself, so with this, I’ll be taking a break from the podcast for the first three months of 2025 to make sure my future episodes are really a great resource for you on your journey to consistent habits and daily actions that unlock your power to achieve your personal and professional dreams.
How online tools can help to improve productivity and habits? How do we get started without being overwhelmed? What is great about Notion? In this conversation, I’m joined by Kryštof Ekl, productivity coach and Notion Consultant and we explore in which way tools can be helpful and how to use them most efficiently.
Kryštof kicks off the conversation with a systemic view on our productivity looking at the framework, duties and tools. He highlights the role of the tools: helping us to make the steps we need to take to achieve our goals obvious and the tasks we need to do easy.
We continue the conversation with a discussion about how to take the first steps when exploring a new tool and delve deeper into the role of experimenting on our own, using online tutorials or existing templates. The key to use our time efficiently with the tools is to be clear on what we want to achieve and we chat about the difference between learning how to use the tools on our own or using experts and mentors.
Kryštof shares concrete examples and tips when online tools and Notion can help with building new habits (as well being clear about when no online tool will help you!) and we dig deeper into necessary components for behaviour change and the importance of the behaviour prompts.
If you’re ready to improve your productivity and make your life easier, get ready for some real-life tips when it comes to using online tools and specific examples how tools can support you. Ready? Pop in those headphones and let’s dive in!
===Connect with Kryštof ===
Website: www.krystof-ekl.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krystof-ekl/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@krystofekl8162
Twitter/X: https://x.com/krystof_ekl
Free Project Zen – Manage Work & Habits Easily in Notion: https://affiliate.notion.so/project-zen
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
Free Planner & Mini-Coaching session: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/free/
Welcome to the 50th episode of the Screw Being Unhappy podcast! In this milestone episode, we narrow down on a critical topic for personal growth and productivity: overcoming limiting beliefs. Drawing on my recent insights and personal journey, I explore why limiting beliefs hinder your ability to thrive, make you feel inadequate, and impact your everyday life, while showing it on a concrete example I experienced myself.
Tune in to find out how to recognize, challenge, and gradually dismantle these beliefs, enabling you to create the life and mindset you truly desire. Your journey to consistent habits, productivity, and joy start
Action and Inspiration:
- Listen to the episode 28 digging deeper into limiting beliefs
- What is the action you're going to take after listening to the episode?
Do it now!
- If the action is to book a free, no-obligation call with me, click here.
What if you could create your own puzzle instead of trying to fit into an existing one? In today's episode, we chat with Yitian Cheng about her journey toward discovering her true self.
Yitian shares how she resisted living by a script yet initially became the office woman she never wanted to be. Leaving her corporate career behind, she now experiments with what it means to be her authentic self in various aspects of life, including her career, spirituality, and physical well-being.
We chat about the importance of curiosity in self-discovery, acknowledging that it's a long and continuous journey. Yitian shares personal experiences of discovering her true self, particularly regarding food and body image, and discusses how we often attach emotions to the food we eat.
We also explore how nature provides inspiration and analogies for personal growth, discussing the positive and negative influences of our cultural origins. Yitian offers practical advice on mindfulness and staying calm to clear the "muddy water" of life, helping you uncover your true self.
Feeling stuck or unsure about your real self? Ready to keep discovering your true self? Yitian’s insights on mindfulness and calmness can help you to start this journey and find clarity. Tune in to get inspired by Yitian's story and concrete examples.
===Connect with Yitian ===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yitiancheng/
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Website: www.zuzanamukumayi.com
If you’re ready to get stuff done and find that work-life balance with a coach by your side, let’s have a conversation.
Book your free, no-obligation introductory call here: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
Thank you so much listening to my podcast! I’m thrilled you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom , and clicking „Write a Review“ (Here is a quick video how to do that) or rating the podcast on Spotify (this is how).
Then we’ll get to help even more men and women to choose to get stuff done! Let's go and let's do it!
In this COACHING INSIGHTS episode, discover two proven tips to overcome overwhelm and take action when your project feels unmanageable. If you're struggling with productivity, time management and prioritization, you're in the right spot!
Learn how to organize and focus on what matters most to you. I'll share strategies I use with real-life clients, including long-term goal reflection and my 5-step planning process.
If you're ready to be more productive, achieve your goals and finish 2024 strong, tune in now to start getting stuff done!
=== Finish 2024 Strong ===
Grab your free Get Stuff Done Planner: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/free/
=== Related episodes ===
Audit your habits (Episode 32): https://zuzanamukumayi.com/podcast-episode/habit-audit/
=== Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you’re ready to get stuff done and want to get there faster, let's have a conversation and let's see if having a coach by your side is your next best step: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
How to create structure, yet allow space for flexibility? How is our productivity and mindset around it affected by the culture we come from? How to figure this out when you have feet in different countries?
We kick off our conversation with Nikki Palazzo, founder of the ExpatCast Podcast and an expat herself, having feet in the US, Germany and Paraguay. Nikki shares how growing up in the US ingrained the “hustle culture” mentality, where her identity was tied to achievements.
Nikki shares how she intentionally decided to leave behind a promising librarian career and moved to Germany for love. This bold move forced her to confront her notions of work and her own value, and suddenly plentiful commodity – free time.
Adapting to 40-hour workweek in Germany and completely different work culture was hard. It involved lots of crying, but the support of fellow Americans in navigating life abroad was essential, eventually leading Nikki to starting her podcast.
Nikki’s journey continued to Paraguay, where she had to adjust to a new, extremely flexible online work schedule and balance it with her natural need for deadlines and structure. We emphasize the need to understand what works for us and find a balance between structure and flexibility that fits our specific context.
Ready to find your perfect balance between structure and flexibility? Get inspired by this conversation and the concrete examples Nikki shares. Pop in those headphones and get inspired!
===Connect with Nikki ===
Instagram: www.instagram.com/nikkineedstomove
The Expat Cast: https://www.instagram.com/theexpatcast/
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If having a coach by your side could be your next best step, let’s chat: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
In this COACHING INSIGHTS episode, I share how creating time for what matters to you in your daily life will bring more clarity, joy and happiness.
I share my personal example of realizing I don’t do much forthe environ ment, which is something I deeply care about, and coach you to realize what’s important to you and how to create concrete steps that you ALONE can do TODAY, however small.
You'll find more real-life examples and coaching right in this quick episode where I share real-life conversations so you too can benefit from life coaching and get inspired!
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you’re ready to get stuff done and want to get there faster, let's have a conversation and let's see if having a coach by your side is your next best step: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
Have you had an adventure in mind that you have been putting off? Do you know that spending time in nature makes you feel so much better, yet you don’t get to be in nature some much? You’re in the right spot as today, I chat with Sean Allt, a fitness trainer and a coach who supports people of all walks of life to prepare and conquer the adventure of a lifetime.
We kick of the conversation by talking about the role life milestones play in people’s decision to finally take action on the adventure they have been putting off for years. Spoiler Alert: you don’t have to wait for your 50th birthday or a big life marker to do it!
Sean talks about how helpful it can be to have annual or quarterly goals when it comes to adventure and we chat about the connection between adventure and one’s values. We get inspired by the adventures such as bike trip on Anapurna circuit in Nepal, climbing mountains in Taiwan or sand dunes in the Gobi Desert.
We chat about the benefits of intentionally spending time in nature and how are values determine how far we want to take this – be it a walk in a local park, or an adventure of a lifetime. Sean shares some exciting research about being around nature and its benefits, which beautifully underlines the positive experience most of us have when in or around nature.
If you’re ready to get inspired, take action or learn something new, pop in those headphones, listen to this episode and choose to get stuff done and Screw Being Unhappy, even if it is one tiny step a day!
==Connect with Sean ===
Bucket List Handbook: https://www.backcountrystrength.com/bucket-list-handbook-download
Website: https://www.backcountrystrength.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanalltcpt/
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you’re ready to get stuff done and find that work-life balance with a coach by your side, let’s have a conversation. Book your free, no-obligation introductory call here: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/1-month-to-get-unstuck/
Thank you so much listening to my podcast! I’m thrilled you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom , and clicking „Write a Review“ (Here is a quick video how to do that) or rating the podcast on Spotify (this is how).
Then we’ll get to help even more men and women to choose to Screw Being Unhappy! Let's go and let's do it!
Celebrating a decade in Zambia!
In this special episode, I reflect on my 10 years living in Zambia and share 5 life lessons I've learned along the way.
Whether you're considering a move abroad, curious about life in Zambia, or simply interested in personal growth, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.
Tune in, get inspired and perhaps feel like you’re talking to a friend sharing her experience, with its ups and downs!
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
Has taking action toward your goals stalled? Are you feeling stuck and unsure how to get started? In this action-packed episode, Derek Schenck, a coach, author and speaker shares powerful strategies how to break through procrastination and turn your dreams into reality.
We kick of the conversation with the question if the action is truly the most important thing when it comes to make your dreams and goals come true. Spoiler Alert: yes, it is! Derek digs deeper into this and talks about the importance of having the goal and the skill set to support the action.
Derek shares the three reasons why one usually does not take the action and we chat about how the mindset, skillset or time management prevents people from working on their goals. We talk about how willpower is not sufficient to take you to the end line – what you need is your “whypower” (and habits).
Derek shares a powerful story of his client whose mission was to support homeless mothers not hitting her goals and how he supported her with his coaching candour to start making sure she helped all the homeless mothers she wanted.
To underscore all our learning in life, we talk about the importance of reflection on our experience and how to review, reflect and reset.
Feeling ready to take action and achieve your goals? Tune in to learn how to Screw Being Unhappy and start making progress, one step at a time!
===Connect with Derek ===
Website: www.DerekSchenck.com
Arete Life: www.Livingthearetelife.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerekSchenckCoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derekschenck/
Chat with Derek: www.timewithcoachderek.com
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you’re ready to get stuff done and find that work-life balance with a coach by your side, let’s have a conversation. Book your free, no-obligation introductory call here: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/1-month-to-get-unstuck/
Thank you so much listening to my podcast! I’m thrilled you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom , and clicking „Write a Review“ (Here is a quick video how to do that) or rating the podcast on Spotify (this is how).
Then we’ll get to help even more men and women to choose to Screw Being Unhappy! Let's go and let's do it!
In this COACHING INSIGHTS episode, I explore a different perspective on keeping score in relationships.
Many of us keep score in our relationships naturally, but what if we focused on keeping the full score instead of trying to stop keeping the score altogether?
This episode dives into practical tips and real-life examples to help you create healthy communication in your relationships. Get ready for some coaching insights that can inspire you and benefit from the power of life coaching.
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you’re ready to improve your relationships and want to get there faster, let's have a conversation and let's see if having a coach by your side is your next best step: https://calendly.com/zuzanamukumayi/initialconsultation
Can you have it all? Blessing-Allen Adebayo, an International Development Leader, says yes! Listen to how this busy mom, leader and climate advocate found work-life balance (and stopped crying in the bathroom!).
We start the conversation in the moment a few months after Blessings' twins were born: Blessing crying in the bathroom of her office. This was the moment when she realized that she needs to do something differently to find time for herself, her twins and her husband, while focusing on work and her projects.
We chat about how she started redefining what success means for her in that moment of her life and dive deeper why having our own definition of achievement and success is essential. We talk about the logistics of fitting all the things into our real 24-hour long days.
We delve into the importance of setting goals, managing your time and prioritizing certain things for the time being. Blessing shares her decision to pause with her PhD for the time being when her twins were small, while being able to ask for help. We talk about that nothing lasts forever and that the time we have (or don’t have) also changes.
All of us having feet in different countries, we talk about the extra complexity of living in a different country, or even on different continent. Blessing shares her thoughts on living in Nigeria and UK, wrapping up our conversation by the importance of creating the space for taking care of our planet in our daily lives.
If you want to get inspired how to balance work, family and personal goals and discover Blessing’s practical tips for setting goals, managing your time and prioritizing what matters most, pop in those headphonesand li sten to this episode!
===Connect with Blessing ===
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blessingallen-adebayo/
===Connect with Zuzana===
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzanamukumayi/
If you're ready to get stuff done and find that work-life balance with a coach by your side, let's have a conversation. Book your free, no-obligation introductory call here: https://zuzanamukumayi.com/1-month-to-get-unstuck/
Thank you so much for listening to my podcast! I’m thrilled you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom , and clicking „Write a Review“ (Here is a quick video how to do that) or rating the podcast on Spotify (this is how).
Then we’ll get to help even more men and women to choose to Screw Being Unhappy!
Let's go and let's do it!