Voice Notes on Wellbeing and Productivity

Voice Notes on Wellbeing and Productivity

Martine Ellis

Episodes 37
Avg. Duration 10m
Activity Active
Since Jun 2022
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
69%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

These short podcast episodes are honest reflections on sustainable productivity, wellbeing, and navigating professional life without burning out. I usually record them on the go, with no real script and minimal editing. They’re just voice notes from a friend.

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Recent Episodes

Reflections on Subtraction

Feb 20, 2026 14m

This voice note shares some reflections on a topic that keeps showing up in my work: the idea that "less is more". Here are links to a few things I mentioned:Original article: Sometimes Less (Really)…

A Few Awkward Thoughts on Being a Better Friend

Feb 06, 2026 10m

In this voice note, I share one of my goals for the coming year. It's a bit awkward as it is about being a better friend. In the voice note, I also mention my half-marathon and Silent Book Club.

Most Important Tasks and Quick Wins

Jan 08, 2026 12m

This is my first voice note of 2026, so Happy New Year to you. In this voice note, I share an experiment I am planning to support better prioritisation (and I encourage you to join me). Here are some…

How I'm Using AI to Help Me Rest

Nov 27, 2025 11m

This voice note shares a fun AI use case for creative learning and rest. Here are a few things I mentioned:Seven Types of RestSkillshareDomestika

Three Changes I've Made Recently That Have Improved My Sleep

Oct 20, 2025 11m

This voice note shares three things I have done recently to improve my sleep (plus a bonus technique that I have not tried yet). Links I mentioned are below:Brick (affiliate link)Cognitive Shuffling…

I Went to a Silent Book Club

Sep 26, 2025 9m

This voice note shares my recent experience attending a silent book club for the first time. Here are links to some of the things I mention in the episode:50 Sentences That Make Life EasierMy…

Could You Benefit From a Thinking Day?

Sep 01, 2025 11m

This voice note was recorded on my recent “Thinking Day”. Here are links to some of the things mentioned:My new creative Instagram account: @MartineMakesStuffAll my photos from the August Break…

Holidays As Positive Pattern Disruptors

Jul 03, 2025 21m

In this voice note, I explore the idea of holidays being positive pattern disruptors by reflecting on my recent trip to Norway.

One Year Alcohol-Free

May 31, 2025 17m

In this voice note, I talk about my experience of taking a year off alcohol. I mention the Days Since app and the Dryy Community in the episode.

On Quirky Hobbies

May 20, 2025 11m

In this voice note, I share some of my “quirky” hobbies and invite you to reflect on your own. Why are quirky hobbies a good idea? What is their impact on wellbeing? What can you learn from your…

The Joy of Experiments

Apr 21, 2025 15m

This voice note explains why I've taken a short break from recording, why I’ve refreshed and renamed the podcast, and what’s next. I also talk briefly about my current micro-journaling experiment.…

Focus on the Things You Can Control

Jan 16, 2025 10m

This episode explores Covey’s Circles of Concern, Influence, and Control as a simple strategy for managing stress and overwhelm. Things I mentioned in this episode include: Unsplash My original…

Choosing Your Word for the Year

Dec 24, 2024 10m

This podcast episode explains why you might want to choose a word for the year and how to do it. I also share my word for 2025.

Reflect and Reset With An Annual Review

Nov 23, 2024 12m

This podcast episode walks you through my process for conducting an annual review. Links I mention in this episode include: Ness Labs Plus Minus Next Get your Annual Review Blueprint

Six Wellbeing-Driven Productivity Micro-Habits

Oct 31, 2024 15m

This podcast episode shares six wellbeing-driven productivity micro-habits. Links I mention in this episode include: Todoist Tana Morgen My walking pad Weekly review blog post Micro-breaks…

Using Friction to Reinforce Personal and Professional Boundaries

Oct 19, 2024 8m

This podcast episode explores using friction (with examples) to reinforce personal and professional boundaries. Here are links to things I mentioned in the episode: Spark (email) Mark on X …

I Get To, Versus I Have To

Oct 05, 2024 8m

This podcast episode explores limiting beliefs. I share an example related to my personal fitness journey. I’d love to know what you think.

How I Manage Tasks (Let's Talk Systems, Not Tools)

Sep 14, 2024 14m

This podcast episode describes my approach to managing tasks, focusing on the system rather than tools. Links mentioned include: This article on prioritising tasks: How to Prioritise Tasks When…

Reflecting on Times When I've Turned Hobbies into Work

Aug 18, 2024 10m

In this podcast episode, I explore the importance of hobbies for wellbeing and attempt to unpick my odd tendency to turn hobbies into work. I mentioned Domestika in this episode; here’s a link:…

Getting Back in Touch With My Creative Side to Support My Wellbeing

Aug 01, 2024 7m

In this podcast episode, I share why I am getting back in touch with my creative side to support my wellbeing through hobbies, handmade crafts, and photography. Links I mention in this episode…

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Voice Notes on Wellbeing and Productivity has published 37 episodes since June 2022, covering topics in Education, Self-Improvement.

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