Episode 127

Ep127: What to do when busyness creeps back in

Published on: 3rd March, 2026

If you’ve ever noticed busyness slowly creeping back in, even when you’ve intentionally built a slower, simpler life, this episode is for you. I’m sharing what I’ve learned from those moments when things start to feel noisy again, how I spot the early signs of overwhelm, and the gentle recalibrations that help me return to what really matters, without overhauling everything.

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About the Podcast

Unfrazzle
If you’re a solo business owner and you have a big, exciting vision and loads of ideas that you want to get out in the world without drowning in a sea of overwhelm, then this is the podcast for you.

Each week I’ll be sharing bitesize insights to help you stop faffing and stay focused, so you can make your brilliant ideas happen and make a bigger impact in the world.

It’s time to step away from the hustle and find a kinder, more sustainable approach to productivity.

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Louise Miller

I’m Louise, and I help people get the important stuff done.

In case we haven’t met, I’m a productivity mentor, the founder of Make It Happen Club and host of the Unfrazzle podcast.

In my world productivity is not about cramming more ‘doing’ into less time. It’s about doing what’s important as efficiently as you can, to create space for what you love.

True, sustainable productivity does not begin with tools, apps, planners and spreadsheets. It starts with thoughtful decision-making and taking time in the treehouse so you can remember where you’re headed and create a plan to get there.

Whether they’re working with me 1:1 or coming along to planning sessions inside Make It Happen Club, I provide my clients with time and space away from all the noise, where they can think, breathe and make intentional decisions about where to focus their precious time, energy and attention.