Dr Jodie Lowinger in Body+Soul: Work-Life Balance

Written by Dr Jodie Lowinger 
on 15 Oct, 2026

Clinical and performance psychologist Dr Jodie Lowinger spoke with Body+Soul about work-life balance, boundaries, and burnout after Matildas star Mary Fowler stepped away from national team duties for personal reasons.

Dr Jodie explains that sustainable high performance depends on time for restoration, connection and life outside work, and that when professional demands constantly override personal needs, the risk of chronic stress and burnout rises. As she puts it, “Boundaries aren’t barriers to success; they’re an essential foundation for it.”

Read the full Body+Soul article.

Dr Jodie Lowinger

Dr Jodie Lowinger is a globally recognised executive coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of The Mind Strength Method. With a background in clinical psychology and business strategy, Dr Jodie empowers CEOs, founders, and high-performing teams to conquer stress, build resilience, and lead with clarity. Through her signature Mind Strength Method™, she has helped thousands unlock sustainable high performance across Fortune 500 companies, ASX 200 businesses, elite sports teams, and fast-growth startups.