UNSCRIPTED with Lisa Burling

• Season One Finale: Six Lessons + A Pause

  Well… that’s a wrap on Season One – and what a season it’s been.In this final episode before I take a six-week creative pause, I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons I’ve learned through creating Unscripted – from the surprising, to the soulful, to the wildly unexpected. Whether you’ve listened to every episode or just dipped in here and there, this is a heart-led thank you, a full-circle moment, and a gentle nudge to honour your own creative process too.The most powerful breakthrough had nothing to do with podcasting – and everything to do with dropping the pressure to be “relatable.” Realness over relatability, every time.In this episode, I share:✨ Why perfection is a creativity killer – and how I moved past it📖 What happens when you stop trying to be “relatable” and start being real🐓 How life (and chickens) constantly gives us material if we know how to look🧠 How my ADHD diagnosis, heartbreaks, and healing made me braver behind the mic🌿 Why I’m pressing pause – and what rest is teaching me💬 What your messages, shares, and quiet listens have meant to me (spoiler: everything)PLUS: Come to my free Start Your Book Masterclass!If your book idea has been sitting in your heart or scribbled in a notebook, now’s the time.🗓️ It’s live on Wednesday 30 April at 7.00pm AEST💻 I’ll walk you through how to go from “idea” to “actual plan”📝 Comes with a free workbook🎧 Replays available🔗 Register here: www.mabels-world.com/lets-start-your-bookJoin the Conversation:💬 Which lesson hit home for you the most?💡 What’s your takeaway from Season One?Tag me or DM me – I’d love to hear what Unscripted with Lisa Burling has meant to you.Let’s Connect! 📲 Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneurThank you for tuning into Unscripted! Subscribe, leave a review, and meet me here again next Friday for another real, raw, and totally unscripted moment from my life to yours.

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• Clients with Benefits (and Boundaries)

  What happens when your client starts to feel like your friend?In this week’s episode of Unscripted, I’m pulling back the curtain on the beautiful, messy, magical space where business meets friendship - and how to navigate that space with grace, clarity, and compassion. This isn’t just about client management; it’s about energy, boundaries, and protecting the work and relationships you love.I’ve spent decades stitching together and refining a framework for how this dynamic can thrive – and it’s both an art and a science. I share real-life stories about how I’ve learned these lessons, what happens when you get it wrong and right, and why knowing someone’s life, not just their LinkedIn, makes all the difference.In this episode, I explore:What “clients with benefits” actually means – and how to know when a friendship is formingThe difference between beautiful client-friend relationships and boundary-pushing dynamicsWhy I see this as both science and art – and how I’ve shaped a way to hold both rolesStories of my real-life clients – and what they’ve each taught me about this balanceHow to recognise when you’re giving too much emotionally, and what to do about itWhy Brené Brown’s words – “Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind” – are my constant compass.Join me as we explore how to hold space with integrity, and why your energy is your most precious asset in business and life.Book Recommendation:📚 The Power of Boundaries by Nedra Glover TawwabA smart, practical guide for anyone navigating personal or professional relationships with care. Nedra’s work is like a warm, no-nonsense friend reminding you that your needs matter.Join the Conversation:💬 Have you had a client become a friend? 💡 Reflect: How can you honour connection and boundaries in your work?Tag me or DM me – I’d love to hear your story.Let’s Connect!📲 Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneur📩 DM me: Ever had a client with too many benefits?Thank you for tuning into Unscripted! Subscribe, leave a review, and meet me here again next Friday for another real, raw, and totally unscripted moment from my life to yours.🩷DON’T FORGET – START YOUR BOOK WITH ME! 📚The first ever Mabel’s World masterclass – Let’s Start Your Book – is FREE and happening on Tuesday, 30 April (7.30pm AEST), where I'll guide you through turning your spark of inspiration into a solid writing plan. Whether you're stuck, overwhelmed, or worried your book won't be good enough, I'll share practical frameworks, insider tips, and a handy workbook to get you started. Spots are limited, so register now. I can't wait to see you there! REGISTER HERE: https://www.mabels-world.com/lets-start-your-book

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• The Season of No Eggs & What it Taught Me

  I thought rest was something you had to earn. But this week, my chickens taught me otherwise. Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is nothing at all.In this week’s episode of Unscripted with Lisa Burling, I'm inviting you into my backyard, where my 22 chickens (and one accidental rooster named Jude) have entered their moulting season - a period of zero eggs, patchy feathers, and total rest. Their "season of no eggs" has become an unexpected metaphor for the importance of slowing down, taking time to regenerate, and remembering that productivity isn’t everything.Join me as we explore the wisdom these feathered philosophers have shared about rest, renewal, and honouring life's natural seasons.In this episode, I explore:Life Lessons from Chickens: How my hens taught me that being productive isn’t a constant requirement, and why it’s essential to slow down to thrive.The Beauty of Moulting Season: Understanding why rest and regeneration are not just healthy, but essential for long-term success.Why Rest Isn't a Reward: Letting go of the harmful belief that rest must be earned and embracing rest as an intelligent, necessary practice.Stillness vs Stagnation: Learning to differentiate productive stillness from unhealthy stagnation and why pressing pause doesn’t mean losing your spark.Letting Go of Guilt: Why I'm releasing guilt around not always "being on" and why you should too.I also announce the first ever Mabel’s World masterclass – Let’s Start Your Book! It’s FREE and happening on Tuesday, 30 April (7-8pm AEST), where I'll guide you through turning your spark of inspiration into a solid writing plan. Whether you're stuck, overwhelmed, or worried your book won't be good enough, I'll share practical frameworks, insider tips, and a handy workbook to get you started. Spots are limited, so register now. I can't wait to see you there! REGISTER HERE: https://www.mabels-world.com/lets-start-your-book Quotes & References Mentioned:📖 T.S. Eliot"Every moment is a fresh beginning."📖 European Summer MindsetEmbracing seasonal downtime and the value of switching off completely without apology.📖 Farm WisdomNo TED Talks required - just chickens, goats, ducks, and nature quietly teaching life's biggest lessons.Join the Conversation:💬 What season are you in right now? Are you laying eggs non-stop, or are you in your own moulting phase…slowing down and resting?💡 Reflect: How can you better honour your own seasons of rest without guilt or hesitation?Tag or message me - I’d love to know how you're embracing rest and renewal in your life.Let’s Connect!📲 Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneur📩 DM me: Are you honouring your season of rest?Thank you for tuning in to Unscripted with Lisa Burling! Subscribe, leave a review, and join me next Friday for another genuine and completely unscripted exploration of life’s messy, wonderful truths.

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• “All By Myself (Don’t Wanna Be)”

  I used to wear 'doing it all by myself' like a badge of honour…but this week? I was reminded that the dream is a team sport.In this week’s episode of Unscripted with Lisa Burling I'm diving into the power of teamwork - sharing eclectic but powerful experiences from my week, from Dua Lipa's dazzling concert to the Illawarra Hawks' National Basketball League (NBL) championship victory, my keynote speech at a business luncheon, and even a hospital stay. Each moment reinforced that the dream is never a solo adventure.I also open up about why going it alone is overrated, how my recent ADHD diagnosis allows me to connect dots faster, and why surrounding yourself with the right people isn't just good business - it's the secret sauce to living a good life.Join me as I explore why life is truly better when you’re not doing it all alone.In this episode, I explore:The Star and the Constellation: Why even the most impressive "solo" achievements (like Dua Lipa’s concert) depend on an incredible team behind the scenes.Teamwork Under Pressure: My personal reflections from a hospital stay, reminding me that every role - visible or invisible - matters profoundly.Winning Together: Celebrating the Illawarra Hawks' incredible NBL Championship win and what we can learn about teamwork, unity, and shared goals.My “Jar of Shells”: How speaking at a women’s business event reminded me that intentional gatherings and genuine connections form the ultimate support squad."All By Myself" is Outdated: Why I passionately believe your best life is built with people who cheer loudly for your wins.Redefining Success Together: Why true success isn't just measured by individual accolades, but by the strength, unity, and gratitude within your team.Quotes & References Mentioned:📖 Elizabeth Gilbert – Big Magic"The myth of the lone genius has done more to hurt our understanding of creativity than anything else."📖 Alfred North Whitehead"No one who achieves success does so without the help of others. The wise and confident acknowledge this help with gratitude."📖 James Cash Penney (Founder of JCPenney)"The best teamwork comes from people who are working independently toward one goal, in unison."Join the Conversation:💬 Who are the people in your "shell jar"? Think about who genuinely cheers you on the loudest -when you’re winning. They are your people, your team. Reach out and thank them.💡 Reflect: When have you mistakenly believed you were alone, only to realise later you had a hidden team behind you all along?Tag me or message me - I’d love to know who’s on your team and what teamwork means to you!Let’s connect!📲 Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneur📩 DM me: Who’s in your shell jar? Share your gratitude and let’s celebrate your team!Thank you for tuning in to Unscripted with Lisa Burling! Subscribe, leave a review, and join me next Friday for another unscripted adventure in living authentically and wholeheartedly.

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• Life After Love – What I Learned From My Marriage Ending

  This week, I’m diving into a topic I never thought I’d share so openly: the end of my marriage. It wasn’t one dramatic moment, but a series of realisations, conversations, and life events (oh hi there, COVID!) that led to the decision to part ways. And while it was one of the most difficult times in my life, it was also the beginning of something new - a journey back to myself and a deep friendship with someone I truly value. This outcome has been one of the greatest gifts of my life.I share:Why heartbreak became the biggest catalyst for my personal and professional growthThe explosion of creativity and business success that followed my separationHow my ex-husband and I have built a respectful friendship post-marriageThe books that helped me process grief, resilience, and self-discoveryWhy I no longer believe in the concept of ‘your other half’ and what I embrace instead.This is a raw, honest conversation about love, loss, and learning to stand fully in your own power. Whether you’re healing from heartbreak, redefining relationships, or simply curious about what happens after love changes form, I hope this episode resonates with you.Links & Resources Mentioned:📖 Untamed by Glennon Doyle – A powerful book about stepping into your full self and choosing what’s right for you: Buy here📖 Option B by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant – A book on building resilience and finding joy after loss: Buy here📖 Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed – Navigating life's unresolved situations with grace: Buy here📖 The Chalice and the Blade by Riane Eisler – A thought-provoking read on partnership models in relationships and society: Buy here🎵 Too Many Broken Hearts by Jason Donovan – Yes, I went there. A song that perfectly captures the feeling of heartbreak: Listen hereJoin the Conversation:💬 Have you ever found growth and transformation after heartbreak?💡 What’s a book or lesson that helped you redefine love and relationships?📩 DM me on Instagram @lisaburling_entrepreneur—I’d love to hear your thoughts!Let’s connect!📲 Follow me on Instagram: @lisaburling_entrepreneur📩 DM me your thoughts - what’s resonating with you this week?Thank you for listening to Unscripted! Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and join me next Friday for another dive into the unexpected and unfiltered moments of life.

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