If you know me, you’ll know that underwater is my happy place.
Scuba diving is where I find peace (well, outside of being in session with clients). But as a diver, I’m also all too aware of the risks of nitrogen narcosis & the need for hyperbaric chambers when things go wrong.
Here’s the twist.
Recently, I’ve been voluntarily spending time in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber once a week. Not because of diving accidents, but because of something else entirely.
Why I Started Doing This
I have severe osteoarthritis from a skiing accident that wrecked my knees back in my early 20s.
To help, I’ve been trying different treatments. My recovery centre offers cryotherapy, red light therapy & hyperbaric oxygen therapy, & I’ve been doing all three weekly.
The surprise benefit? That hyperbaric chamber has become the ultimate place for my clarity breaks.
No tech allowed, thanks to the pressurisation. That means 60–90 minutes of forced downtime.
The first time, I wrote nine pages in my notebook!
What Exactly Is a Clarity Break?
A clarity break is time away from all distractions.
Just you, a pen & a notebook.
Think of it like a glass of water filled with silt. If you keep shaking it, it stays cloudy. Sit still, let everything settle, & suddenly things become clear.
Once your brain settles, you can start asking questions, let the pen flow & see where it takes you.
How Often Should You Do It?
I used to do clarity breaks monthly, or sometimes every couple of months. But now that I’m doing them weekly, I can honestly say it’s game-changing.
Options: daily, weekly, fortnightly or monthly. But no less than an hour. The first 15–30 minutes are just letting the silt settle. The real clarity, the gold, comes after that.
How I Do It
And yes, my clients often fight me on this. They’ll say, “But I already get clarity when I’m walking, cycling or driving to work.”
No. Those are great activities, but they’re not clarity breaks. You can’t be doing anything else at the same time. (Except, apparently, absorbing oxygen!)
Why It Works So Well
That’s why the hyperbaric chamber has been magic for me. It forces me to stop, to focus & to create space for my best thinking. I get the health benefits & the clarity at the same time.
If you’ve been putting off clarity breaks, consider this your nudge.
Start small. Grab a pen & a notebook. Give yourself an hour.
You’ll be amazed at what comes out once the silt settles.
If you’d like a copy of the questions, I recommend asking yourself during a clarity break. Just send me an email at debra@businessaction.com.au & I’ll happily send them through.
This section gives you quick access to 3 links - to articles, blogs, podcasts & stuff that will help you to create a better business & lead a better life.
Schedule regular clarity breaks to regain focus.
Protect your peace by learning when to say no.
In this section, I introduce the team & our Trusted Partners.
Our podcast wizard, Niall Mackay – The Podcast Guy, is back!
Founder of Seven Million Bikes Podcasts & winner of the BritCham Vietnam Great Company Award, he makes sure my podcast series, Better Business Better Life, sounds sharp & keeps growing.
This time, Niall is back with fresh stories & insights from the podcasting world.
What makes your approach unique in your industry?
At Seven Million Bikes Podcasts, we combine high-level production values with a deeply personal, hands-on approach. Unlike many production companies that just “edit and upload,” we partner with our clients to build long-term audience growth strategies. We’ve developed a proven framework that includes branding, storytelling, and community-building—all with a focus on authenticity and quality. We’re not just technicians; we’re storytellers who care about the message behind the mic.
Can you share a success story where you made a significant impact for a client?
We’ve been working with BritCham Vietnam to produce a podcast that gives their members a voice and builds stronger community engagement. They wanted to showcase the impact of British businesses in Vietnam while also highlighting important issues like sustainability, innovation, and education. We provided full production support—from guest prep to editing to distribution—and helped them build a polished show that elevates their brand and offers real value to listeners.
What challenges do you see your clients commonly face, and how do you help them overcome these?
Many podcasters underestimate the planning and consistency required. They either burn out or plateau after a few episodes. We step in with systems, accountability, and coaching that keeps them moving forward. From batch recording to automation, we help them stay consistent without it taking over their life.
What trends are you noticing in your field, and how do you adapt to stay ahead?
Video podcasts are no longer optional—they’re becoming standard. We’ve already built a full video production pipeline, optimised for YouTube and social platforms. At the same time, we’re noticing shorter-form storytelling is gaining traction, so we help our clients repurpose long episodes into punchy clips to increase reach.
What is the most common mistake you see businesses make, and how can they avoid it?
They treat podcasting as a marketing add-on instead of a relationship-building tool. The ones who succeed focus on authenticity, storytelling, and consistency—not just conversions. Our advice: Stop trying to sell. Start connecting.
We are here to help you live a better life by creating a better business. We are real-life business owners with years of experience & a strong desire to make a huge difference to the lives of entrepreneurs.
If anything here resonates with you or you would like our help, then please get in contact. Just reply to this newsletter & let us know who you would like to speak to…. Or visit our webpage & contact any of our team from their own pages.
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If you’d like to learn more about any of these tools or would like to find out how I can help you achieve a better life through creating a better business, then book a free Discovery Call with me.
We’ll talk about what you want to get from your business & your life & come up with a plan to do that!
Debra Chantry-Taylor
Certified EOS Implementer | Accredited Family Business Advisor | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Speaker & Workshop Facilitator
