Dealing with Unhelpful Inner Narratives

We all know critical self talk drags you down and holds you back.

It gets in the way of performing at your best, trying new things and is a major contributor to self-silencing - the withdrawal that happens when you’re unsure, uncertain, fearful and doubtful.

Stepping into Your Power

Knowing you have choice is one of the most powerful thoughts you can have. 
The moment you believe everything you're experiencing is the result of a choice you've made, is the moment you take radical responsibility for your life. You stop being a victim of the circumstances, environment and people around you, and start creating the experiences you want.

Embracing Enough-ness

Last weekend, along with thousands of others, I took myself to see the Barbie movie.
I'd received many recommendations to go - and it didn't disappoint. There were many truths, eye rolling moments and humorous cultural reflections.

Being yourself is the difference

A few years ago I was invited to speak at a global conference in Milan. At the time, it was a dream come true.  The conference represented everything I was interested in and the opportunity to be part of the program had me super-excited.

How to shift from constriction to expansion

Whenever I've felt a desire to say something but have held back, I've noticed it's been accompanied by a physical sensation of constriction in my body.

You can't change what you can't see

I was speaking with a client recently who was sharing feelings of frustration connected to her personal journey of change.

The pathway to authenticity

I recently saw the movie Finding the Voice, a documentary about legendary Australian singer John Farnham.

Liberate yourself from old beliefs

One of the most embarrassing moments I remember as a teenager was walking up the street with my mother and her noticing a young couple kissing on the other side of the road.

Holding space and staying in your power

I recently joined a new yoga studio.  It's a beautiful space with high ceilings, majestic wooden doors and graceful teachers who are all well versed in the philosophy of yoga.

How external trade-offs create internal conflicts

One of the habits that blocks authentic self expression is not speaking up for yourself for the sake of keeping the peace.

How to express your true essence

This week I'm driving down the NSW coast.  I have a direction and a destination, but no real deadline. I get to stay where I want, drive as far as I want, eat where I want and do what I want!

Set yourself free

Next week I will be moving house.
It's a big move as I will be shifting out of the area I've been living in for the past 15 years. I'm not moving into a specific place but rather, allowing myself time to float, explore and find out where I want to settle next.

Speak without waiting 

Earlier this week I was running a training session on speaking with confidence and growing your influence and as a group, we were brainstorming the barriers that get in the way of speaking up. One of the participants shared a key challenge she faces is waiting for someone to give her permission.

Instantly Access Calmness & Connection

One of the things that gets in the way of self-confidence and social connection is the inner voice of doubt and disconnection.

The Magic Combination of Intention and Action

February is here, the kids are back to school, Summer holidays are over for most of us in the southern hemisphere and workplaces have picked up pace. 

Mindful intentions for 2023

Happy New Year! I hope you enjoyed the festive celebrations and 2023 has kicked off well for you.
My year has started off a little differently - in fact quite a contrast from the usual Sydney fireworks!

How to make your presence felt

Feeling uncomfortable taking up space gets in the way of communicating confidently and having your voice heard.
I was reminded of this recently while running a training programme for a group of female executives.

How to Handle Interruptions

In the lead up to the last US election, a vice-presidential debate was held between Kamala Harris and Mike Pence.

How to Stop the Flow

Over the weekend, the tap in our bath started leaking.
I could hear the drip, drip, drip from the room next door as overtime, more and more water disappeared down the drain.

Minimising turbulent babbling

One of the habits that gets in the way of clear communication is over-explaining – using too many words or including too much detail before making your point.