The Balance Era
A podcast for the women rewriting the rules. Hosted by Madison Johnson, this show explores self-love, softness, body image, and living in alignment — without sacrificing your ambition. Welcome to The Balance Era.
Follow Madison on IG: @madison.johnsonn
Inquiries: thebalanceerapodcast@gmail.com
Episodes
12 episodes
Season One Finale | 7 Self-Sabotaging Behaviors to Break Before 2026
It’s the season one finale of The Balance Era Podcast! In this episode, I’m reflecting on the lessons I’ve learned from creating the first 12 episodes and the growth that came with starting this journey. I’m also diving into ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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24:09
Feeling Lost in Your 20s? Why You’re Not Behind in Life
Do you ever feel like you’re behind in life — like everyone else has it figured out while you’re still trying to piece things together? In this episode of The Balance Era, we’re talking about the messy, confusing, and beautifu...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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19:10
Why Growing Up Made Me Lose Myself (and How I Got Her Back)
When I was 13, I loved creating content. I even had a YouTube channel — until someone told me no one would want to watch it. That one comment made me shut down my creativity and left me feeling resentful of others who were brave enough to keep ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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24:59
Romanticize Your Life: The Secret to Staying Consistent with Healthy Habits
Are you tired of feeling like your healthy habits are just another chore on your to-do list? In this episode of The Balance Era, we’re diving into the concept of romanticizing your life and how it can completely transform the wa...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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18:36
How to Show Up for Yourself (Even on Your Worst Days)
Because the way you treat yourself on your worst days defines your growth the most.We all have bad days — the ones where motivation is low, everything feels heavy, and the easiest option is to give up on ourselves. But here’s the truth: ...
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23:22
Big Sis Chat | Changing Your Mind, Social Media Detox, and Life Updates
This week’s big sis chat is all about giving yourself permission to change your mind, why it’s more than OK to pivot, and how a social media cleanse can be so beneficial. I’m sharing my own experience with stepping back from the noise online, t...
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27:03
Mid-Year Reset | Goal Setting, Decluttering, & My New Workout Routine
August always feels like a fresh start — like the real new year. That cozy, back-to-school energy.... I’m obsessed.In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful ways to reset your life this month — from decluttering your space and mi...
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20:52
Understanding What’s Holding You Back: How to Identify and Overcome Limiting Beliefs
If you’ve ever felt stuck, held back, or like you’re just not enough—this episode is for you. In today’s big sis chat, we’re diving deep into understanding and overcoming limiting beliefs: what they are, where they come from, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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20:30
Big Sis Chat | Mindset Shifts for When You’re Overthinking, People-Pleasing & Playing Small
In today’s big sis chat, we’re diving into the mindset shifts that have helped me let go of overthinking, stop caring so much about what others think, and start truly enjoying my life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in self-doubt, constantly seeking...
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20:18
Vision Boards 101: How to Make One That Works (and Why They Really Do)
If you’ve ever made a vision board that looked cute but didn’t really do anything… this episode is for you.Today, we’re talking about how to create a vision board that actually works — one that feels aligned, powerful, and backe...
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22:18
Rewrite Your Identity: The Power of the Alter Ego Effect
In this episode, I’m sharing one of the most powerful tools that helped me break free from disordered eating and step into the woman I’ve always wanted to become: the alter ego. I’ll take you behind the scenes of how I created my o...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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21:59
Meet Your Host: My Story, My Struggles, and Why I Created The Balance Era
In this first episode, I’m introducing you to The Balance Era — what it means, why I created this space, and what you can expect moving forward. I also open up about my personal journey with mental health, orthorexia, body dysmorphia, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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