Much loved the world over, Swedish-born Kristina Karlsson is the Founder of kikki.K, Founder & Creative Director of Dream Life, author of bestseller Your Dream Life Starts Here and host of the Your Dream Life podcast. which has over 2.5 million downloads in more than 160 countries. In the episode, Kristina: discusses how her journey began when she moved from Sweden to Australia, searching for her life's purpose. Her partner's suggestion to write down her dreams led her to create her own business, Kikki.K, which offered beautifully designed stationery products. emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals and dreams. She advises people to start with a dreaming exercise to determine what they would do if they couldn't fail, if they had all the resources, and if their health and energy were at their peak. From there, she encourages breaking down those dreams into actionable steps. suggests creating an ideal week or time-blocking your schedule to allocate time for various activities, whether personal growth, work, or family. She also emphasizes starting small, dedicating just a bit of time each day or week to work on goals. advocates for having a dedicated home for everything. She believes that this simple practice can save a lot of time that might otherwise be wasted searching for items. discusses how she combines both paper and technology in her organizational approach. The key is to find a system that works for you/ talks about the power of rituals to create a productive and fulfilling life. She suggests incorporating morning rituals, like spending even just 10 minutes on personal growth activities, to set a positive tone for the day. She also recommends having dedicated time slots during the week for working on dreams and goals. regularly reviewing and adjusting your routines and systems is essential to staying on track and improving productivity. her perspective on achieving work-life balance, emphasizing the importance of avoiding burnout and focusing on self-care. that daily self-care practices, such as meditation, writing morning pages, and going for walks, play a crucial role in maintaining balance. Kristina's morning routine involves meditation, writing, and taking a walk, which helps her find clarity and inspiration. that she doesn't view work-life balance as a strict separation but rather focuses on integrating her passions into her daily life. her interest in health and longevity, mentioning that she's studying to become a health coach and is passionate about inspiring others to pursue their dreams and live healthy lives. the significance of creating space for oneself, mentioning that she dedicates Sundays to unplanned activities and relaxation, which allows her to recharge and cope with life's challenges more effectively.RESOURCESThe Dream Life StoreFollow Kristina on InstagramSHAREPlease head to the Life Admin Life Hacks Facebook, Insta or Linked In pages to connect with listeners and share your thoughts, questions or suggestions.

In this episode, we explore the AI tools Chat GPT and Google’s Bard to expedite your life admin and drop your mental load.We talked about: the key differences between the tools Chat GPT has been trained on data up until 2021and is better at responding to analysis queries Bard is continually drawing information from the internet so it has the latest information and research Bard generates multiple drafts of its response and ChatGPT lets you see alternatives if you thumbs down the response. Bard can also read out its responses and you can click buttons to generate shorter, longer, simpler, more casual and more professional versions. You can also click through to Google search results for your query, which is a good way to fact check whatever Bard told you. You can use the mic to give it an audio prompt. For both, you can click to copy the answer and paste it elsewhere, and you can share responses with others. They both store your previous chats so you can pick up where you left off. Caveats they’re experiments and imperfect. they get things wrong. they hallucinate and make up stuff. fact check the answers if it's important. don’t type in sensitive, confidential info. they save every input they receive and might regurgitate it back to a stranger. human reviewers might scrutinise your conversations to improve quality.Meal planning prompts with ChatGPT and Bard give multiple criteria such as frequency, meal type, ingredients, categories, calorie count, nutrient macros or specific chefs or cooks “Create a weekly dinner plan with a mix of comfort food favourites and lighter options to satisfy cravings while maintaining a healthy balance. Include Jamie Oliver, Yotam Ottolenghi, and Rachel Ray recipes tell it the format you prefer so you can use it readily “ put it in a table format that I can paste into the Notes app in my phone” AI prompts for life admin writing Use ChatGPT and Bard to draft effective letters, emails, messages give the tool enough context: who you are writing to, why, the outcome you are seeking suggest the tone: friendly, professional, formal, sincere/earnest, humorous, apologetic, sympathetic, inspirational, casual, in the style of a specific person ask it to draft 3 versions so you can pick and choose the best elementsAI prompts for travelUse ChatGPT and Bard to get advice about: destinations and top attractions for time of year transport options : faster, cheaper, more direct currency exchange resources visa and passport requirements compare travel insurance policies packing lists for certain destination and activities at a specific time of yearBard is useful here because it links to websites and shows imagesAI prompts for gift giving Bard useful here as it includes links to websites and images “suggest some gifts that cost less than $70 for a man who is turning 53. he likes fishing, skiing, foraging, DIY, barbecuing and family time.AI prompts for book, tv, film, podcast recommendations List titles you like and ask for similar suggestions Compile ‘best of’ lists of award winning titles Collate reading, watching and listening lists to dive deep on a topicBe aware of hallucinations: ask the tools which sites can verify their responses and use those sites to fact checkRESOURCES Bard ChatGPT Pi

Penny Locaso is the world’s first Happiness Hacker on a quest to teach 10 million humans by 2025 how to flourish in life.Voted one of the most influential female entrepreneurs in Australia, Penny works with governments, educators and the likes of Google, Microsoft, Deloitte, and LuluLemon, to empower people to release their fear of uncertainty, and build a more intentionally adaptable society.Penny created the world-first Intentional Adaptability Quotient® (IAQ®) psychometric tool, which decodes the skills required to not only navigate but flourish in complex and uncertain change. She’s the author of Hacking Happiness, a Harvard Business Review contributor, a passionate yoga teacher, a faculty member at the esteemed Singularity University, and a student of psychology and trauma-informed therapy with world-renowned teacher Gabor Mate.In this episode we chat about: Penny’s definition of happiness, embracing emotional diversity and learning how to navigate a range of emotions effectively. that women often suppress negative emotions due to societal expectations, which can lead to issues like anger being misplaced. the concept of "Angry Mum Syndrome," a term she's exploring to understand how women deal with suppressed anger challenges faced by women who often take on excessive responsibilities, delving into the "Martyr Mother Syndrome" and the need for better communication within families. the relationship between productivity and happiness and that the traditional concept of productivity, often associated with constantly doing more, has become problematic. the importance of self-care, taking micro-breaks, and recharging mental resources to maintain well-being. that while humans are naturally good at adapting, much of this adaptation happens unconsciously. the Intentional Adaptability Quotient, a psychometric tool she developed with the goal of empowering people to adapt intentionally, which measures a person's level of intentional adaptability and allows individuals to assess their adaptability skills and identify areas for improvement. removing the word "should" from your vocabulary and replacing it with "I want” to shift the focus from external pressures to personal desires, allowing individuals to prioritize tasks that align with their values and needs. the key skills that constitute intentional adaptability - these include: focus - essential for dealing with distractions courage - using fear constructively curiosity - maintaining a sense of wonder and exploration two practical strategies for promoting happiness and well-being device-free family dinners, providing a platform for open communication and connection a practice called "Rose Rose Thorn Stem Bud," where family members share positive and negative experiences of their day, fostering emotional expression and understanding. the relevance of intentional adaptability in the context of neurodiverse individuals, and Penny emphasizes the potential for growth and development in everyone.RESOURCESHacking HappyFollow Penny on LinkedInSHAREPlease head to our Facebook, Insta or Linked In pages to connect with us and share your thoughts, questions or suggestions.

In this episode, Olivia Clayton shares the impact of ADHD on organisational skills, common challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, and practical strategies and tools to help adults with ADHD stay organized.Olivia Clayton is a clinical psychologist who supports many adults with ADHD as part of her private practice work. She's a founder of Collected Minds, a multidisciplinary service which seeks to provide high quality timely online psychology and mental health support to people across Australia.In the episode, Olivia: emphasises that ADHD affects individuals differently and that it's essential not to make assumptions about their experiences. describes ADHD as a neurodevelopmental disorder that leads to different ways of thinking, highlighting the strengths and positives that can come from it. She explains that ADHD can manifest differently in adults compared to children, with challenges like relaxation, emotional regulation, motivation for mundane tasks, and time blindness becoming more prominent. explains that ADHD can be diagnosed in adulthood, and accessing treatment, including medication, is important for those seeking support. She suggests seeking an ADHD assessment from a psychiatrist for proper diagnosis and medication management. Psychologists can provide strategies and support while working alongside psychiatrists. highlights the importance of self-compassion and self-awareness in managing ADHD-related challenges. She encourages people not to use ADHD as an excuse but to understand their struggles and seek appropriate support. recommends considering environment setup: i.e. creating a designated place for frequently used items, using visual cues, and setting up a "launch pad" for essentials like keys and wallets can reduce everyday frustrations. suggests that technology tools can be beneficial: such as utilizing apps, widgets, and alarms for reminder, and breaking down tasks into manageable steps. establishing routines, adopting time-management techniques like the Pomodoro technique, and setting specific times for activities can help with focus and task completion. engaging with online communities, watching YouTube channels dedicated to ADHD, and participating in forums can provide valuable strategies and a sense of community. encourages friends and family to educate themselves about ADHD, offer empathy and compassion, and possibly participate in therapy sessions to better support their loved ones.RESOURCESCollected MindsSHAREPlease head to the Life Admin Life Hacks Facebook, Insta or Linked In pages to connect with listeners and share your thoughts, questions or suggestions.

In this episode we interview productivity coach, Donna McGeorge.Donna is passionate about enhancing the large amount of time we spend in our workplace (too much, for many) to ensure it is effective and productive, as well as enjoyable. More often than not it’s getting the simple things right, consistently, that has the greatest impact. She also knows that when we decide to be intentional, we can surprise ourselves with what we can achieve. Known as THE productivity coach, she has a range of sessions, books, products and services to help you improve your productivity.Donna McGeorge shares her insights on maintaining energy and managing productivity. Her advice includes: the importance of sleep and space as crucial factors for maintaining energy and focus for work and life admin tasks. Donna believes that giving her brain rest and space allows her to tap into creativity and problem-solving abilities. Donna challenges the notion that any time not spent actively doing something is wasted time. the significance of creating a system for organizing tasks and belongings, making everything have a designated home, which reduces friction and increases efficiency. hacks for taking control of unruly inboxes. She recommends clearing out old emails into a folder called "done" or "stuff" and processing the remaining emails regularly to maintain a zero inbox. Donna advises checking emails only 2-3 times a day and turning off notifications to avoid being constantly distracted by emails. the importance of creating thinking space and outlines her three-step approach: stop, take stock, and decide. the concept of "wipe the mind," a stream-of-consciousness exercise to clear the mind of clutter and improve focus. best times for planning - Donna advises using the late afternoon hours to plan, as they typically require less mental intensity and can set the stage for a productive day ahead.RESOURCESDonna McGeorgeSHAREPlease head to the Life Admin Life Hacks Facebook, Insta or Linked In pages to connect with listeners and share your thoughts, questions or suggestions.