You’re not broken, distracted, or “losing it” - you’re exhausted. And it’s quietly costing you your focus, your confidence, and your voice.

In this episode, you’ll finally understand why your brain feels foggy, why you forget what you were about to say, and why you hesitate in moments that matter. It’s not your capability - it’s your sleep.

You’ll discover how poor sleep disrupts your memory, drains your dopamine, and makes you cognitively unreliable (which is why you hesitate and second-guess yourself). More importantly, you’ll learn how screens, stress, and modern life are trapping you in a cycle that keeps you stuck.

Key takeaways:

•  Sleep is your brain’s reset for focus, memory, and clarity 
•  Low sleep = low confidence (not low competence) 
•  Your distractions are symptoms, not the problem 

If you’ve been feeling “off,” this will give you your power back.

Before you question yourself… question your sleep.

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You’re not losing your edge - you’re overloaded. In this episode, you’ll finally understand why you feel scattered, forgetful, and stuck in overthinking… even though you know you’re capable of more.

This isn’t a confidence problem. It’s a cognitive one.

You’ll see how constant screen time, AI reliance, and dopamine spikes are quietly rewiring your focus, memory, and ability to communicate clearly, especially in the moments that matter most at work. And why that frustrating “I know this… but I can’t say it” feeling keeps showing up.

More importantly, you’ll learn how to take back control: Without quitting your job, deleting social media, or becoming someone you’re not.

Key takeaways:

•  Why you’re struggling to focus, recall, and articulate ideas 
•  The link between dopamine, distraction, and your voice 
•  Simple ways to rebuild deep focus and mental clarity 

If you’ve been second-guessing yourself lately, this will explain why, and show you the way forward.

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You’re not losing your edge, you’re losing your focus. And in a world designed to distract you, that’s not your fault… but it is your responsibility.

This episode helps you see why you keep second-guessing yourself, zoning out in meetings, and struggling to articulate what you know you’re capable of. It’s not a lack of intelligence or confidence, it’s an attention problem driven by constant dopamine hits, screen time, and mental overload.

When you can’t access your thoughts in the moment, you stay quiet. You miss opportunities. And slowly, you start questioning your worth.

But here’s the shift: your brain isn’t broken, it’s just been trained for speed, not depth. And you can retrain it.

Key takeaways:

•  Your environment is rewiring your focus (not your ability) 
•  Distraction is killing your confidence and visibility 
•  Deep focus is the gateway to speaking up and leading 

This is where you take your power back.

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You’ve probably felt it before—the moment when something small at work triggers a wave of doubt, frustration, or the urge to tighten your grip on everything around you. In this episode, you’ll discover why that reaction isn’t about the situation at all - it’s about significance.

When you feel overlooked, questioned, or out of control, your ego jumps in to protect your identity. You start micromanaging, overthinking, or withdrawing. Sound familiar? This episode breaks down the powerful connection between significance, ego, and control, and shows you how these forces quietly shape your behaviour at work.

You’ll learn how to recognise the trigger, question the story your ego is telling you, and release the need to control every outcome. Instead of spiralling into self-doubt or defensiveness, you’ll step into grounded leadership and calm influence.

If you’re tired of second-guessing yourself or feeling like you have to prove your worth, this episode will help you lead, and live, from a place of real confidence.

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Have you ever noticed how quickly things can shift at work? One minute someone is calm and confident… the next they’re micromanaging, over-explaining, shutting down, or questioning everything. If you’ve ever felt confused by that, or caught yourself doing it too, this episode will help it all make sense.

In this conversation, you’ll learn how control, ego, and significance quietly drive the way people behave under pressure. When someone feels like they’re losing control, their behaviour changes - and each personality type reacts differently.

You’ll start to recognise the patterns: the leader who suddenly pushes harder, the people-pleaser who tries to win everyone back, the quiet team player who withdraws, or the over-thinker who spirals into analysis.

But here’s the powerful shift: it’s rarely about competence. It’s about significance.

When you understand what’s really happening underneath these reactions, you stop shrinking, stop second-guessing, and start navigating workplace dynamics with far more clarity and confidence.

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You’re smart. Capable. Hardworking. But when things feel uncertain at work - when promotions are missed, feedback stings, or someone else gets recognised - something tightens inside you.

This episode unpacks what’s really happening.

You’ll explore the powerful loop between control, ego, and significance, and how your need to feel valued can quietly drive overworking, overthinking, micromanaging, or withdrawing. You’ll see how imposter syndrome isn’t a capability issue - it’s identity protection. And you’ll learn why trying to control everything around you never actually creates internal safety.

Key takeaways:

• Control is often your attempt to regulate discomfort.
• Ego isn’t arrogance - it’s protection.
• Your worth cannot be performance-dependent.
• True confidence comes from internal grounding, not external validation.

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself, downplayed your strengths, or felt triggered by workplace dynamics, this episode will give you language, clarity, and relief.

And next week? You’ll get the framework to change it.

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You’ve spent years measuring your worth by how you look. This episode invites you to shift the question from “Do I look good enough?” to “What can my body do for me?”

Inspired by a powerful conversation on The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett and leading female medical experts, you’ll explore the truth about hormones, perimenopause, strength, and why understanding your body is one of the most empowering things you can do.

You’ll also hear a raw reflection on body comparison, gym culture, and the subtle ways jealousy and self-criticism creep in — even when you think you’ve “done the work.”

Key takeaways:

• Shift from appearance to capability: strength over skinny.
• Understand your hormonal baseline as a foundation for long-term health.
• Replace comparison with gratitude and self-respect.

If you’re tired of second-guessing your reflection and ready to feel powerful in your own skin, this one’s for you.

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You’re smart. You’re capable. But when pressure hits at work, do you defend… justify… over-explain?

In this episode, you’ll learn how to communicate in a way that earns trust, influence and real respect - especially when you’re reporting up (or managing down).

Here’s what you’ll take away:

1. Ownership builds power. When you make a mistake, less defending and more owning changes everything. A simple apology and accountability builds credibility faster than 10,000 excuses ever will.
2. Pause before you fire. If you’re naturally fiery or emotional, learning when to hold back - and read the room - will instantly elevate how you’re perceived.
3. Clarity creates confidence. What you put in writing (carefully) builds structure, boundaries and protection - but tone and timing matter.

If you’ve been feeling misunderstood, micromanaged or frustrated with leadership, this episode will help you shift how you show up - so you gain influence instead of shrinking or pushing back.

This is how you step up without burning bridges.

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When you’re a leader stuck in the middle - managing up, supporting down, and trying not to lose yourself in the process - it can feel exhausting, confusing, and quietly overwhelming. This episode breaks down the real keys to leading well in that in-between space, without burning out, people-pleasing, or disengaging.

Key takeaway #1: Know what’s within your control - and what isn’t.
You’ll learn why holding onto frustration about things you can’t change drains your energy and your team’s morale. Strong leaders escalate what matters, advocate clearly, and then let go, instead of carrying resentment that slowly turns toxic.

Key takeaway #2: Write things down to create clarity and accountability.
Respect, trust, and expectations can’t stay vague. When you define them clearly, you give yourself (and others) permission to hold the line, make decisions, and build a healthy team culture.

Key takeaway #3: Lead from service, not self-sacrifice.
True leadership isn’t about absorbing everything - it’s about supporting others with intention, boundaries, and integrity.

If you’re navigating the middle and want to lead with confidence, clarity, and credibility, this episode is your guide.

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This episode is a deep dive into bad b*tch energy - what it is, what it isn’t, and why it changes everything. You’ll hear why real empowerment doesn’t come from aggression or comparison, but from security, abundance, and self-trust. Rhiannon unpacks the kind of female friendships that expand you: women who are genuinely happy for your success, hold you to your standards, tell you the truth, and don’t compete or keep score.

You’ll explore how bad b*tch energy shows up as decisiveness, focus, and momentum: making the call, taking the action, and dealing with the fallout instead of playing it safe and shrinking. This is about choosing movement over perfection, standards over approval, and ownership over overthinking.

Stop hesitating, people-pleasing, or dimming yourself to keep the peace. This episode is a reminder that you’re allowed to take up space - and win - alongside other powerful women.

This episode is dedicated to Matilda Wand. The baddest bitch I know and who I'm so thankful to have in my life. Happy Birthday!

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If you identify as a recovering perfectionist... or suspect you might be one, this episode is for you. You’ll recognise the pressure to get everything right, the over-editing, the time guilt, the anxiety before and after you speak, and the quiet belief that if you just try harder, you’ll finally feel calm.

This episode is a practical, compassionate guide to understanding how perfectionism really operates in your life - not as a flaw, but as a learned safety strategy rooted in high expectations, people-pleasing, and fear of judgment. You’ll see how it shows up through overthinking, harsh self-talk, unrealistic time standards, and the constant feeling of being “behind.”

More importantly, you’ll learn how to recover without losing your integrity. You’ll be guided through tools to shift from perfection to progress: prioritising output over over-polishing, time-blocking with boundaries, journaling to reality-check your standards, and building trust in yourself and others.

This episode helps you trade pressure for calm, and finally breathe again.

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You’re smart, capable, and self-aware - but when it comes to family dynamics, emotional labour, or old patterns that still sting, you might feel torn between compassion and resentment?

In this episode, you’re invited into a deeply human conversation about what it really means to lead with love - without bypassing your anger, minimising your pain, or excusing behaviour that hurts you.

You’ll hear why holding space doesn’t mean carrying other people’s emotions for them, and how empathy can sometimes make things heavier instead of lighter.

 You’ll learn the difference between feeling for someone and allowing them to feel for themselves. Most importantly, you’ll explore how to break generational cycles without hardening your heart or losing your voice.

Key takeaways:

• Why compassion without boundaries drains you
• How to process anger before choosing forgiveness
• How leading with love starts with self-respect, not self-sacrifice

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to be better, but I don’t want to pretend it didn’t hurt,” this episode is for you.

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You’re capable. You’re responsible. You get things done. And yet, there’s a quiet frustration that keeps tapping you on the shoulder: When do I get to work on me?

In Episode 185, you’re guided through the tension you live with every day - juggling the non-negotiables of work, life, and responsibility, while longing to create space for growth, fulfilment, and the next chapter that matters to you. This episode gently reframes why change feels so hard, and shows you how to step off the hamster wheel without burning everything down.

You’ll discover:

• Why time, focus, and energy work in a hierarchy - not a balancing act
• How small, intentional planning shifts can unlock motivation and momentum
• Practical ways to protect your energy while still meeting your obligations

If you’re tired of feeling stuck in “doing” mode and ready to move forward with clarity and self-trust, this episode will meet you exactly where you are.

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You don’t need more pressure or bigger resolutions this year. You need a smarter, kinder way to go after what you want. In this episode, you’re invited to pause, reset, and rethink how you approach goals, especially if you’re someone who starts strong but loses momentum along the way.

You’ll hear why willpower alone isn’t the problem, and how real, sustainable change comes from aligning three essential pillars: your capability, your capacity, and your motivation. This conversation gently helps you understand yourself better, instead of judging why you “can’t stick to things.”

Key takeaways you’ll love:

• Why losing motivation doesn’t mean you’re broken, it means your system needs adjusting
• How to protect your energy so goals don’t feel heavy or draining
• A simple framework to help you create momentum that actually lasts

If you’re ready to move into 2026 with clarity, self-trust, and a goal that feels meaningful (not exhausting), this episode will meet you exactly where you are, and help you take the next right step forward.

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Breathe. And instead of pushing, striving and figuring everything out right now, take a gentle pause. A moment to exhale and reconnect with what you actually want for the year ahead.

This episode speaks to the part of you that’s capable and committed, yet craving more softness, ease, and truth. Instead of pressure-filled goals, you’re invited into subtle, nourishing shifts - the kind that help you speak up with calm confidence, set boundaries with care, and stop abandoning yourself to keep everyone else comfortable.

Let's:

• Reconnect with your authenticity and express yourself in ways that feel safe and true
• Invite more enjoyment, presence, and fulfilment into everyday moments
• Gently release the cycle of busyness and choose what supports you and your energy

If you’re longing for a year that feels more aligned, more spacious, and more you, this episode will feel like coming home.

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This episode is a permission slip you rarely give yourself: permission to slow down, to feel, and to actually be in your life, without guilt. Recorded in the quiet space between Christmas chaos and reflection, Rhiannon explores how constant busyness keeps you disconnected from pleasure, clarity, and desire. This isn’t about quitting your ambition or doing less forever. It’s about recognising when the hamster wheel is stopping you from noticing what’s working, what’s draining you, and what you no longer want to carry into 2026.

Key takeaways:

• Why slowing down is essential for regulating your nervous system and reconnecting with yourself.
• How your senses and thoughts shape your emotional state, and what happens when you never pause to notice them.
• A simple, non-dramatic way to reflect on your life (career, relationships, energy) without needing a massive overhaul.

If you’ve been achieving, coping, pushing... but not enjoying, this episode will land deeply.

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If you’re exhausted from overthinking, staying polite, and shrinking yourself to survive work… this episode is your loving wake-up call. 

In Episode 181, Rhiannon speaks directly to the moment when reflection stops helping and action becomes the only way forward. This is about unmuting yourself when silence is costing you confidence, credibility, and momentum.

Through a recent client “blast session,” you’ll hear why waiting to be noticed, included, or validated keeps you stuck... and how confidence is built by doing, not being chosen. 

This episode is about pulling your hair into a ponytail, stepping into discomfort, and owning your work, your voice, and your space. Even when your hands shake.

Key takeaways:

1. Confidence grows when you stop managing perception and start taking ownership.
2. Being talked over ends when you decide to be seen and heard.
3. Unmuting yourself will feel uncomfortable, but silence feels worse.

This is Unmute in action.

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If you’ve ever replayed a mistake on loop, felt ashamed of something you “should have known better” about, or held yourself to an impossible standard… this episode is going to feel like exhaling for the first time in years.

In this raw and grounding conversation, Rhiannon takes you on a journey into self-forgiveness - the quiet, unseen skill that might be the barrier between where you are and the confident woman you know you can be. You’ll explore why you hold onto guilt long after others would’ve let it go, how buried emotions sabotage your success, and why your brain waits until you’re ready before revealing what needs healing.

Key Takeaways:

• Why unprocessed shame silently controls your decisions
• How to recognise when a “small thing” is actually a deep trigger
• A simple, powerful process to release emotional weight and move forward
• The mindset shift that frees you to lead, speak, and live boldly

This one’s for the woman who is done carrying what no longer belongs to her. It's time for release and to open yourself up to the new.

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In this episode, Rhiannon breaks down what really steals your “mojo” as an ambitious, capable woman - and how to get it back without hustling harder or pretending you’re fine. Rhiannon shares her own experience of drifting, doubting, pushing, stopping, and starting again - then reveals the three levers that reliably reignite your fire: environment, self-talk, and desire.

You’ll learn why your surroundings may be quietly draining you, how subtle phrases like “I’m trying” weaken your identity, and why reconnecting to sensory desire (what you want to see, touch, taste, feel, and become) is the fastest path back to inspiration. Rhiannon gives simple, actionable tools: mirror work, movement, visual recall, and reminding yourself how far you’ve come... so you can shift out of stagnation and into momentum.

Consider:

• Environment is destiny: Your space either inspires you or numbs you.
• Self-talk sets your identity: “I’m trying” keeps you small. “I am” moves you forward.
• Desire isn’t indulgent, it’s fuel: Reconnect to what visually, emotionally, and physically turns you on (creatively, energetically, sexually, professionally).
• Movement creates momentum: Your body leads your brain.
• Looking up = hope. Literally. Visual recall unlocks vision.
• Progress is often invisible until you look backwards. Celebrate evidence.
• You can borrow someone else’s belief in you until yours returns.

This isn’t fluff. It’s a reset button: practical, honest, and completely within your control.

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If you’ve ever felt like one part of your life is “off”… and suddenly everything else feels heavier, Episode 178 is your permission slip to stop ignoring that friction. In this episode, we walk through how one misaligned environment - a draining workplace, an unsupportive team, a value clash, even a stagnant routine - can quietly spiral into your confidence, energy, relationships, and motivation.

You’ll learn how why you feel like you’ve outgrown certain spaces, and why staying too long somewhere that doesn’t meet your standards leads to burnout, buffering, and second-guessing.

Key takeaways:

•  Misalignment in one area cascades into all others.
•  You may be operating at a higher level than your environment allows.
•  Small changes (not dramatic leaps) can restore energy and clarity.
•  Understanding your needs is the first step to reclaiming momentum.

This episode will help you finally name what’s been “off” - and what to shift next.

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In this episode, you’re taken on a raw, honest journey into what it really means to feel in a world that keeps telling you to stay composed. If you’re the woman who holds it all together at work - who swallows frustration, hides overwhelm, and pushes through because “there’s no space for emotions here” - this one hits home.

You’ll hear how suppressed emotions sabotage confidence, clarity, and communication, and why your feelings are not weakness, but data. You’ll walk through the moment where frustration spills over, the self-reflection that follows, and the powerful reframe: emotions are not something to “manage”… they’re something to use.

Key takeaways:

• Your emotions are information, not liability.
• When you ignore them, you disconnect from your own power.
• When you honour them, you communicate with integrity and self-respect.
• You deserve to feel alive - not just functional.

This episode will help you stop fighting your feelings… and finally start listening to them.

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You know those moments where you’re so frustrated because you know you’re capable of more, but you can’t quite figure out why you’re not showing up that way? 

You’re smart. You work hard. You care. But deep down, something feels off... Like you’re holding yourself to standards that don’t match the woman you’re becoming.

Here’s the thing: you already have standards. Everyone does. They’re the invisible expectations you’ve been living by - the ones that dictate how you treat yourself, how you let others treat you, how much effort you give, and what you’re willing to tolerate. And if you’ve ever found yourself thinking “Why do I always end up here again?”… this episode will tell you exactly why.

Because the truth is, you don’t get what you want, you get what you tolerate.
You get the results your standards create.

In this episode, we’re getting real about standards

1. what they are
2. how they were formed (early conditioning and people-pleasing), and 
3. how to start raising them consciously without slipping into burnout or perfectionism.

You’ll learn how to:

• Spot your emotional triggers — those moments of frustration and resentment that signal it’s time to upgrade your standards.
• Create minimum baselines that protect your energy when life feels chaotic, so you’re not constantly swinging between “all in” and “completely done.
• Ask one powerful question that realigns you instantly: “What would my future self thank me for?”

This episode is your loving wake-up call — to stop settling for fine, to stop over-giving just to feel worthy, and to start holding yourself to a higher, more intentional standard.

 Not a punishing one. A powerful one.

 One that aligns with your values, honors your energy, and moves you closer to the life you actually want to live — not the one you keep surviving.

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You’ve done the mindset work. You’ve journaled, read the books, and tried to “think positive”… yet the same patterns keep showing up. This episode dives into why that happens - and how true transformation comes from combining shadow work, deep work, and neuroplasticity.

You’ll discover how suppressed emotions and old beliefs quietly shape your choices, and how to finally rewire them for lasting confidence and calm. If you’re tired of overthinking, people-pleasing, or repeating the same emotional loops, this conversation will help you slow down, understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, and create the change that sticks.

Key takeaways:

• The real difference between shadow work and deep work, and when you need each.
• How to use neuroplasticity to “hardwire” new confidence and behaviour.
• Why awareness + repetition = transformation.

Listen to reclaim your energy, your focus, and your authentic self.

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You pride yourself on getting things right - every detail, every deadline - but lately, it’s costing you more than it’s giving back. In this week’s episode, Rhiannon talks about why slowing down might be the most powerful move you can make. You’ll hear how perfectionism and over-responsibility quietly drain your energy and confidence, and how to replace them with calm, clarity, and courage.

If you’ve ever rewritten an email five times or said yes when you meant no, this one’s for you. You’ll learn how to set boundaries that protect your time, trust yourself when things feel out of control, and lead with curiosity instead of fear.

Because real progress doesn’t come from pushing harder. It comes from listening to yourself. Take 20 minutes, grab your coffee, and let Rhiannon show you how slowing down can actually move you forward.

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If you’ve been feeling drained even when you’re getting enough rest - this episode will hit home. Rhiannon explores the real reason behind your exhaustion: not lack of sleep, but lack of inspiration. She shares how understanding what truly fuels your energy - connection, purpose, and authenticity - can completely change how you show up at work and in life. You’ll learn how to identify what energises you, what quietly depletes you, and how to rebuild your spark by living and leading with honesty and courage.

This episode dives into the quiet burnout that comes from constantly giving to everyone else while wondering if you’re doing enough and feeling unseen despite it all. It’s not another “work harder” pep talk - it’s a powerful exploration of energy awareness and alignment, helping you reconnect with what truly fuels you so you can feel motivated and fulfilled again, without forcing it.

Reminders:

• You’re not tired - you’re uninspired.
• Energy follows authenticity.
• Journal, audit, and reconnect to what lights you up.

A must-listen before you plan your next chapter.

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You’ve been running all year.. deadlines, demands, expectations. But what if the key to finishing strong isn’t doing more, it’s slowing down? 

This episode is your permission slip to pause, reflect, and reset. You’ll hear how to clear emotional and mental clutter, close open loops, and realign with what truly matters, so you enter 2026 calm, clear, and in control.

Instead of collapsing into the holidays burned out, imagine finishing with energy and purpose. This is about building momentum through reflection, not exhaustion. You’ll use real strategies for how to wrap up your year intentionally, restore your dopamine and focus, and create the space to dream again, because burnout kills creativity, and you deserve more than just survival mode.

Listen to this episode to:

1. Slow down to accelerate. The most productive leaders know when to pause and reflect before the next sprint.
2. Get closure. Unfinished tasks and relationships drain energy, finish them with integrity.
3. Protect your energy. Your “yes” has power. Reserve it for what truly moves you forward.

You don’t need to earn rest, you need to use it strategically. Slow down, recalibrate, and finish the year intentionally, not accidentally.

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You know those goals you say you want — the business idea, the promotion, the healthier lifestyle — but somehow the spark fades and you’re left wondering if it’s really worth it? 

If you’ve ever thought, “I know what I want, but I just don’t believe I can actually have it,” this episode is for you. Rhiannon unpacks the real reason motivation fades. It's not because you’re lazy or uncommitted, but because your belief in your ability to achieve what you want wavers when life gets hard.

In this episode, you’ll learn a simple but powerful framework that reveals what’s truly standing between you and your next level: capacity (your time), capability (your skills), energy (your motivation), and cost (what you’re willing to trade to get there). When you understand these four pillars, belief stops being a fluffy concept.  It becomes something you can build.

Key Takeaways:

• Belief is built by aligning what you want with how you spend your time, energy, and focus.
• When motivation drops, check your belief - not your worth.
• You’re not behind; you’re just learning to trust yourself again.

Listen in and start believing, for real, that you can have the life you keep picturing ✨ 

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Feeling stretched too thin, saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” and ending up resentful? This episode will hit home. Rhiannon shares how the pressure of a chaotic week taught her the value of choosing which battles are truly worth fighting. You’ll learn the powerful RASCI framework - normally used in project management - but applied here to life and work so you can stop carrying responsibilities that aren’t yours.

Key takeaways:

• Know your role: Ask, “Am I really responsible for this... or just being pulled in?”
• Protect your energy: Just because you can help doesn’t mean you should.
• Set boundaries with confidence: Saying no can actually earn respect when done with clarity.
• Recognise resentment as a red flag: It’s a signal you’ve overstepped your own limits.

This episode is your guide to reclaiming time, energy, and authority at work... without guilt.

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You know those moments when you replay what you said or did, spiralling into “I should’ve handled that better”? 

In this episode, Rhiannon gets real about those not-so-proud moments, the harsh self-talk that follows, and why chasing perfection is exhausting. 

You’ll discover how to catch the voice in your head - whether it’s yours, a parent’s, or an old teacher’s - and start shifting it from the “stick” (criticism, shame, pressure) to the “carrot” (encouragement, compassion, support).

This isn’t about letting yourself off the hook. It’s about building discipline through kindness, not punishment. You’ll hear how self-care isn’t avoidance but choosing what truly fuels you long-term, and how softening your inner voice can actually make you more effective at work and more at peace with yourself.

• Notice whose voice is behind your self-talk: yours, or someone else’s... and challenge it.
• Replace the “stick” (criticism) with the “carrot” (encouragement) to stay disciplined without self-punishment.
• Redefine self-care: it’s not avoidance, it’s choosing what fuels your long-term goals.
• Shift from beating yourself up to backing yourself - compassion drives confidence and results.

If you’re tired of beating yourself up and ready to back yourself instead, this episode will shift the way you speak to the most important person - you.

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Do you ever catch yourself wondering how others see you? You finally show up as your authentic self, but then question - did I come across as uninterested? Did I look bored? Or was I just too much? That constant second-guessing can leave you shrinking back instead of stepping forward.

This episode of Do I Need a Life Coach? flips that story. 

What you see as “too much” or “not enough” might actually be your unique edge... the very thing that makes you memorable and valuable. The key isn’t to hide it, but to understand it, shape it, and use it to move your career and confidence forward.

In this episode:

1. Spot what comes effortlessly.  These natural traits are usually where your brilliance lies.
2. Gather outside perspective. Others often see your strengths more clearly than you do.
3. Channel your energy wisely. When you focus on what fuels you, your uniqueness becomes your advantage.

Become more energetically aligned and authentic while leveraging it to progress.

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You know those moments when your emotions take over at work, and later you regret how you reacted? In this episode, you’ll learn the powerful skill of mental compartmentalisation - how to pause, process, and respond without sabotaging yourself.

Here are your key takeaways:

1. Compartmentalisation vs. Suppression – Learn the difference between setting emotions aside to respond calmly... and burying them, which only leads to burnout and stress.
2. The CALM Framework – Create space, Acknowledge (don’t attach), Look from the balcony, and Move with intention. Your step-by-step method for staying composed under pressure.
3. Stop Self-Sabotage – When you can shift from reacting → reflecting → responding, you protect your reputation, your health, and your confidence.

If you’ve been second-guessing yourself or letting emotions run the show, this episode shows you how to step into control, without losing your authenticity.

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You’ve made tough calls before. 

Some that worked brilliantly, and others that didn’t go as planned. But what happens when a decision you made with the best intentions backfires? This episode is your guide to navigating that “messy middle” with strength, clarity, and resilience.

You’ll discover how to:

• Own your decisions with confidence, even when the outcome isn’t what you expected.
• Regulate your emotions so you don’t spiral into self-doubt or overthinking.
• Course-correct quickly, rebuild trust, and turn mistakes into powerful growth opportunities.

You’ll walk away with a step-by-step framework for bouncing back faster, extracting the lessons, and proving to yourself (and others) that you’re a capable, resilient leader who doesn’t crumble under pressure.

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself, worried about being judged, or let fear of failure hold you back, this episode will show you how to rise stronger and more confident than ever.

👉 Listen now. You can’t afford to miss this one.

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Do you ever find yourself biting your tongue in meetings, second-guessing your choices, or holding back from saying what you really want to say because you’re afraid of the fallout? In this episode, we’re unpacking what bravery really means and how it shows up in everyday moments, not just big, dramatic acts.

You’ll discover how fear doesn’t disappear when you’re brave... it comes with you. You’ll learn how tiny, consistent acts of courage build real confidence. And most importantly, you’ll see how to shift from staying quiet and stuck to becoming the kind of person who says: “Yes, I did.”

3 Key Takeaways:

1. Bravery isn’t the absence of fear, it’s moving forward with fear.
2. Confidence doesn’t come first, it’s the reward you get after being brave.
3. Small, everyday acts of courage are what build the strength to handle the big, high-stakes moments.

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You know that moment when you’ve tolerated too much for too long, and then one small thing makes you snap? That’s not weakness. That’s data. In this episode, I’ll show you how to turn anger, frustration, resentment, and even insecurity into power moves that change how people treat you.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

1. Decode your emotions:  what your negative emotions really mean and how labelling them gives you the clarity to use them for progress.
2. Name it, frame it, use it: Stop letting negative feelings run you. Channel them into micro-actions that shift the dynamic.
3. Flip emotion into influence: Redirect heat into advocacy, authority, or strategic pushback.
4. Break the rumination cycle: Act before feelings erode your confidence.

This isn’t about being aggressive, it’s about reclaiming your space, your voice, and your authority.

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If one thing in your life feels “off,” it can quietly blanket everything: your work, your relationships, even your self-worth. That’s the blanket effect. In this episode, I show you how to flip it so that fixing one area lifts every area.

You’ll discover:

1. Why your brain magnifies a single setback into a whole “bad day” (and how to stop it).
2. How to identify exactly where you feel off - and the three-step process to reset fast.
3. How small wins create a ripple effect that improves confidence, influence, and joy.

This isn’t about toxic positivity, it’s about practical tools to break the cycle of self-doubt and reclaim momentum. Listen in, and learn how to make one change that changes everything.

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You walk into a meeting, and suddenly someone more confident, more experienced, or louder shows up… and your gut sinks. You start second-guessing, wondering if people are going to find out you're not as competent as they think. Sound familiar?

In this episode, you'll uncover:

• Why that threatened feeling shows up (even when it “shouldn’t”)
• How to spot your triggers and stop the spiral of self-doubt
• The key questions to shift from fear to growth
• How to protect your emotional safety - without apologising for it

You’ll learn how to recognise what’s really going on underneath the discomfort, and how to take your power back. Whether you’ve been pulling back, playing nice, or trying to blend in, this is your chance to break that pattern. You’re not the problem - your mind just needs a better strategy. Let’s find it.

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If you’ve ever sat in a meeting thinking, “I should say something,” but stayed silent for fear of looking stupid, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Rhiannon shares the exact mindset shift and communication strategy that helped her go from feeling unsure and overlooked to confidently owning her voice, even in the most intimidating rooms. You’ll learn how to manage judgement, decode power dynamics, and speak up in a way that earns respect without stepping on toes.

Key Takeaways:

• Why the fear of being judged is holding you back (and how to stop it)
• The 3 purposes behind speaking up, and how to choose the right one
• A simple sentence-starter formula to speak with confidence
• How to shift from people-pleasing to powerful communication

🔥 BONUS: If this hits home, don’t miss the free live workshop Step Up. Speak Out. It’s every Tuesday at 7pm AEST - secure your seat via the link in the show notes.

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You’re stuck in indecision. Overthinking. Second-guessing. You keep showing up, but it feels like you're stuck in neutral, watching everyone else accelerate. Sound familiar?

This episode is your nudge forward. 

It’s about finally making the kind of decision that ignites momentum. If you've been coasting, tolerating, or quietly knowing what you want, but not taking action... this one’s for you. 

You’ll learn:

• How to get your head, heart, and gut working in sync
• How to bounce back when life knocks you sideways
• How to actually follow through on becoming the person you know you are deep down.

You’ve already decided. You just haven’t taken action yet. That inner whisper saying there's so much more? It’s about to get louder. This episode helps you make that voice your ally to get after it.

Listen now, and let’s move from stuck to certain because “just showing up” is no longer enough for the life you crave.

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Ever walked out of a meeting thinking, “Did I say too much… or not enough?”
Or found yourself shutting down the moment someone questions you... even though you know you’re right?

You’re not broken. You’re stuck in a loop of second-guessing that no one taught you how to break.

In this episode, we unpack why people stop listening (and how to win them back, without shrinking yourself). You'll learn how to speak with clarity, earn respect without overexplaining, and finally get heard, even in rooms that usually steamroll you.

We go deeper too: into the 4 levels of coaching, where most advice only scratches the surface. Real change happens when you challenge the story running in the background.

You’ll hear how a single “what if…” can spark influence, how banter can build (or break) trust, and why divergent thinking makes you magnetic.

You’ve got more power than you think. Let’s find it.

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You're juggling a thousand things, and let’s be real... it’s a lot. But here’s the truth: pressure doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re growing. In this episode, we unpack how to recognise pressure as the spark that pushes you forward, not the weight that breaks you.

You’ll learn how to tell the difference between healthy pressure and burnout, manage the noisy self-talk that shows up when the heat is on, and build rituals that help you perform under pressure without losing your mind (or your sleep).

Key Takeaways:

•  Pressure reveals who you are. Self-talk shows you what to shift
•  You don’t need balance. You need strategy
•  Micro-steps done consistently beat heroic burnout every time

You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to keep showing up. Let’s talk about how to do that with purpose, not panic.

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You’re capable, smart, and ambitious... so why does it still feel like you’re stuck?

You’ve thought about making a move, setting that boundary, or finally going for what you want but something keeps stopping you.

In this episode, we uncover the real blockers: fear disguised as logic, invisible expectations, and the quiet burnout that comes from always showing up for others but never truly for yourself. 

You don’t need more pressure. You need a strategy that actually supports you.

Key takeaways:

• Overwhelm isn’t a sign you’re failing, it’s a sign you’re ready for something different
• Time isn’t the issue, it’s what (and who) you keep prioritising
• You don’t need a perfect plan, just a clear next step, rooted in what matters to you

You don’t need to prove yourself anymore. 

Let’s figure out what’s next, on your terms.

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You’ve been busy... but are you making real progress, or just treading water? 

In this episode, we get brutally clear on what separates true productivity from just being “on” all the time. If you’re caught in the trap of doing more but achieving less, it’s time to recalibrate.

You’ll learn how to lead your day with intention, prioritize what truly matters, and channel your energy into work that actually moves the needle. This isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what matters most.

Key takeaways:

• Replace your to-do list with an impact list
• Stop chasing tasks, start chasing results
• Ask: “What more value can I add?” and let that guide your focus

This is how you shift from busy to brilliant. Strategically, sustainably, and with purpose.

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What if your purpose isn’t something you find - but something you uncover? In this episode, we explore what it really means to live with purpose: beyond roles, responsibilities and the pressure to perform. 

If you've been feeling stuck, overworked, or questioning whether all your effort is actually getting you anywhere, this is for you. I’ll share insights from thought leaders, personal reflections, and the three key areas to help you start uncovering your purpose today: your values, your energy, and your intuition. 

I discuss: 

• Purpose isn't a lightning bolt moment, it's revealed through patterns.
• You’re not stuck; you’re just too busy to hear yourself.
• The roles you play might be blinding you to who you really are.
• You are more than what you produce, your value goes deeper.
• Follow what feels right, not just what looks good.

This isn’t about a total life overhaul, it’s about getting present, slowing down, and starting to live like your life matters. Because it does.

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The real reason ambitious women stay stuck, exhausted, and overcommitted? misalignment. Ever feel like you're doing all the right things but still questioning, “Why am I so drained… and what’s all this for?” You’re not alone - and you’re not broken.

When your values are fuzzy, your vision unclear, and your voice muted by people-pleasing, no career move will ever feel quite right.

Inside this episode, you'll learn how to:

• Recognise when you’re living on autopilot instead of in alignment
• Stop outsourcing your worth to promotions, praise, or productivity
• Use a powerful NLP-inspired framework to reclaim your energy and direction

If you’re ready to stop playing small, ditch the burnout badge, and build a life that actually feels good — not just looks good — this episode is your turning point.

You don’t need to do more. You need to get clear on what actually matters. Start here.

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If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need more clarity,” or “I’m not ready yet,” this episode was made for you. You’re not lazy or broken - you’re just stuck in limbo mode, waiting for certainty before you commit. But what if clarity only comes after you take the first step?

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The 5 emotional stages of commitment - and why most people get stuck at desire.
• The missing ingredient in your decision-making strategy (spoiler: it’s not logic).
• How to align your head, heart, and gut so you finally take action - and feel good doing it.

If you’re wrestling with a career move, a promotion, a budding relationship, or anything that demands your full energy, this is your cue. You don’t need another course, qualification or “perfect timing.” You need to back yourself completely and jump in with both feet.

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You’re navigating work, relationships, and high expectations - and when conflict arises, it leaves you drained, second-guessing, or silently fuming. If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking “What just happened?”, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, you'll learn how to recognise the moment a discussion turns into conflict - and why most of us either avoid it or spiral in our heads for days. You’ll uncover the four key stages of conflict resolution (including the hardest one... forgiveness), and how to handle tension at work without sacrificing your values, your voice, or your relationships.

Key takeaways:

• How to approach conflict with clarity and emotional maturity, not reactivity.
• The difference between feedback and conflict - and why knowing that distinction matters.
• Why ignoring conflict might feel easier but costs more in the long run.

If you’re tired of biting your tongue, overthinking every word, or playing the “good girl” just to keep the peace - it’s time to learn how to speak up and move forward with strength and grace. This episode will show you how.

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If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Should I do another course or just get better at what I already know?”- this episode is exactly what you need.

In Upskill or Hone: How to Know What Moves the Needle in Your Career, you’ll unpack the difference between collecting skills and mastering them — and which one will actually get you the visibility, influence, and momentum you’ve been craving.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

• Why learning more doesn’t always equal progress (and how it can be a sneaky form of procrastination).
• How to recognise when you’re hiding behind upskilling instead of taking bold action.
• The exact questions to ask when deciding whether to add a new skill or sharpen an old one.

If you’re feeling like you’re doing all the things but not seeing the growth or recognition you deserve, this episode will give you clarity and permission to stop chasing the next certificate and start owning skills and tools you already bring to the table.

This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters.
 You already have what you need. It’s time to use it.

🎧 Press play --> and let’s move your career forward with intention.

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If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “once I get promoted, then I’ll finally feel confident,” this episode is your real wake-up call. In The Promotion Illusion: What Career Progression Won’t Fix (And What Will), you’ll unpack the hidden beliefs keeping you stuck, overworked, and under-recognised - even though you’re capable, smart, and ambitious.

You’ve been taught to play by the rules. Work hard. Be reliable. Keep everyone happy. But what if that’s exactly what’s holding you back?

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

• Why confidence doesn’t come after the promotion - it comes before, and how to build it now.
• How reliability earns gratitude, but visibility earns growth - and what to say to start shifting the narrative.
• The truth about waiting to feel “ready,” and how perfectionism disguises itself as productivity.

If you’ve been waiting to feel ready, or hoping someone will finally notice how hard you work, this is your invitation to stop waiting - and start choosing yourself.

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You’re responsible. You’re capable. But lately, something’s been missing - and you can’t quite put your finger on it. You keep wondering, “Is this all there is?” or “Why does it feel like I’m going through the motions?”

In Episode 149, Rhiannon explores that quiet disconnection - the sense that even though everything looks “fine” on the outside and you can see the silver lining, you feel distant from yourself and who you want to be.

We’ll uncover why it’s been so easy to lose touch with what you truly want - especially when you’ve spent so long doing what’s expected. You’ll learn how to begin listening inward again, without guilt, fear, or the need to have it all figured out.

This isn’t about making drastic changes. It’s about creating space to hear your own voice again, and beginning to trust it. Because the clarity you’ve been searching for doesn’t live out there - it’s been with you the whole time.

If you’ve been feeling a little lost, a little tired, or just quietly craving more… this episode is for you.

Find alignment. You’re allowed to want what you want.

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If you’ve been feeling like you’re meant for more  - but something keeps holding you back - this episode might be just what you need right now. Beyond the Voice: The Real Reasons You're Playing Small (And How to Rise Out of It) gently explores what’s really going on beneath the surface when you feel stuck, even though you’re smart, capable, and working hard.

You’ll discover why trying to “feel more confident” hasn’t been the answer - and how shifting into courage first can open up new possibilities. You’ll hear four subtle but powerful patterns that may have been slowing you down: the stories you tell yourself, the pressure you carry, the fear of letting go, and the habit of comparing yourself to others.

Inside, you’ll take away:

• A kinder, more helpful way to reframe your self-talk so you can start moving forward again
• How to find the space between comfort and burnout - and finally build sustainable momentum
• Why certainty isn’t required to begin (and how waiting for it might be holding you back)

You don’t need to change who you are - just start trusting yourself more deeply and free yourself. Stop waiting for permission. Pick yourself, back yourself, and rise.

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You’re not stuck - you’re speaking stuck. Today, we’re going to unpack the sneaky ways your language is sabotaging your progress, and how to take back full ownership of your results, your emotions, and your next big move.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying “I have to…”, “I’m too busy…”, or “It’s just the way it is,” this episode was made for you.

You’re not broken, but your language might be holding you back - and you don’t even realise it. In this unapologetically honest episode, you'll uncover how the words you choose shape your beliefs, behaviours, and ultimately, your reality. It's time to stop outsourcing your power. You're the author of your life, and that means owning your communication - especially with yourself.

Key Takeaways You’ll Love:

1. Disempowering Language ≠ Empowered Life - Stop saying “should,” “have to,” “it’s not fair,” or “they don’t let me.” You’ll learn powerful NLP-informed reframes to take back control of your narrative.
2. Responsibility = Response-Ability - Reclaim your choice in every situation so you feel more in control and less like life is “happening to you.”
3. Rewire Your Self-Talk - Get real about the stories you tell yourself, discover the beliefs underneath, and learn how to rewire them to show up more confident, capable, and clear.

Listen now and learn how to speak like the powerful person you are becoming. You're ready. Let’s go.

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Have you been feeling stuck, shrinking in meetings, or struggling to understand why you keep holding back even though you know you’re capable of more?

In this episode, you’ll uncover why past pain - often buried so deep you’ve forgotten it - might be running the show in your career today. From being overlooked in meetings to replaying conversations in your head wondering, “Why didn’t I speak up?” - this episode explores how unresolved moments from your childhood (yes, even small ones) have shaped your beliefs, your confidence, and your voice.

Here’s what you'll discover:

1. How your subconscious is driving your reactions - and why awareness is the first step to rewriting your story.
2. How unmet needs from childhood are influencing your work relationships, confidence, and decision-making more than you realise.
3. Practical NLP-based healing strategies like matrix therapy and timeline therapy to rewire your beliefs and take your power back.

Awareness creates power and past moments are creating a barrier that’s costing you growth. So if you’re ready to move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose - press play. You’re not broken. You’re just ready to rise.

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You’ve been trying to do it all. Hustling for validation. Silently managing your emotions. Believing if you just worked harder, sacrificed more, or stayed quiet long enough, it would pay off. In this episode, you’ll finally understand why that cycle leaves you exhausted - and how to interrupt it.

You’ll hear why success without emotional self-awareness is like building a mansion on quicksand. If you’re feeling unseen, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly adjusting yourself for others, this conversation is for you.

You’ll learn the truth about emotional literacy - and why it’s the missing skill no one taught you. The episode breaks down how managing your emotions (not controlling or ignoring them) actually leads to more power, not less. You'll discover how your childhood patterns are shaping your leadership style and how to rewrite them. Because yes, you can lead with strength and softness.

The key takeaway? Emotional fluency isn’t weakness - it’s your greatest asset. And if you want to stop being the “safe” choice and start being the powerful one, it starts here.

You don’t need to be louder. You need to be clearer - with yourself first.

Listen to this. Your next level of leadership depends on it.

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Are you stuck in patterns that don’t serve you? Self-doubt, overthinking, waiting for confidence to show up before you take action? But here’s the truth: Confidence is built by doing, not by waiting. This episode breaks down why courage must come first and how the willingness to be uncomfortable is your golden ticket to growth.

You’ll learn:

• Why hesitation is costing you opportunities (and how to stop it today).
• The exact mindset shift that will get you speaking up in meetings, negotiating with authority, and finally stepping into your full potential.
• How to stop making decisions from fear and start making them from possibility.

You think successful people have something you don’t? They don’t. 

They just take action before they feel ready. That’s what this episode will teach you - how to act now so that confidence becomes a byproduct of your courage.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to bet on yourself, this is it. Stop hesitating. Start leading.  Fill out this Career Confidence Quiz today.

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You’ve stepped up, spoken your truth, and owned your space - so why do you feel guilty? And why are others responding negatively? 

In this episode, you’ll learn why our brain is wired to overanalyse, how social conditioning keeps us playing small, and the exact strategies to break free and to keep growing despite the fallout.

If you’re tired of replaying conversations, questioning your decisions, or fearing how others perceive you, this is for you. You’ll uncover:

1. The Truth About Discomfort – Growth isn’t comfortable, and that’s okay. Learn how to reframe that uneasy feeling as proof you’re leveling up.
2. Why Overthinking Won’t Save You – Your brain is wired to keep you safe, but ruminating won’t change the past. Discover how to stop the cycle and move forward with confidence.
3. How to Let Go and Keep Your Power – Practical strategies to regulate your emotions, set boundaries, and stop letting social approval dictate your self-worth and progression.

You’re here to create impact, not play small because of other people’s opinions. Listen now and start owning your presence to keep moving forward.

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Feedback isn’t an attack - it’s an opportunity for growth. If you've ever hesitated before giving or receiving feedback, this episode will change your perspective. 

When handled right, it strengthens confidence, deepens relationships, and keeps your integrity intact. Most people botch this - either they sugarcoat it, making it useless, or they come in too hot, destroying rapport. The key? Be honest, but not brutal. Soften, but don’t sugarcoat.

Here’s how to do it like a pro:

1. Know the Science – When we get feedback, our brain triggers a fight-flight-or-freeze response. Recognise it, expect it, and don’t let it derail the conversation.
2. Ask First, Tell Later – Instead of assuming, ask: “How do you think you did?” This builds self-awareness and gives you leverage.
3. Break and Rebuild Rapport – Tough feedback naturally creates distance. Your job as a leader? Close the gap before they leave the room.
4. Future Pace – Feedback is about the past. Growth happens in the future. End the conversation with clear next steps.

If you master this, you’ll become the kind of leader people respect - and the kind of professional who rises fast.

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Leadership Isn’t About the Company - It’s About Who You Work For

Have you ever felt unfulfilled at work, even in a great company? It’s not always about the culture or the mission - it’s about the leader you work for. In this episode, you’ll discover why leadership isn’t just about strategy but about being a great human with emotional intelligence, consistency, and self-awareness.

3 Key Insights You’ll Take Away:

1. Know Your Values to Know Your Leader – If you don’t understand your own values, how can you recognise a leader who aligns with them? Revisit Episode 71 to uncover your core values—this will transform how you see leadership.
2. Leaders Who Care Create Engaged Teams – The best leaders don’t just see you as a resource; they take a genuine interest in your life. When you feel valued, you’re more engaged, productive, and willing to go the extra mile.
3. Humility and Perspective Are Essential – True leadership requires stepping back, uplifting others, and making decisions for the greater good. Leaders who lack humility create disengaged teams, while those who lead with empathy build loyalty and trust.

If you’re striving for growth and impact in your career, this episode is for you.

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You want to command a room, not by being the loudest, but by owning your presence. It starts with grounding yourself - feet firmly planted like you're on train tracks, body squared, posture strong. When you do this, you exude confidence, authority, and clarity. People listen, not just to what you say but how you carry yourself.

Your voice follows suit. A steady stance creates a steady breath, which creates a steady voice. Ever noticed how some people speak and everyone pays attention? It’s not just their words; it's their presence. A CEO who stands like a lighthouse in a storm commands respect, while someone fidgeting and uncertain loses the room.

Your energy matters. Confidence isn’t just in your words - it’s in how much space you take up. Step into a meeting and own your spot at the table. Speak with certainty. Cut the filler words. Let silence work for you instead of nervously filling the gaps.

And presence isn’t just for boardrooms. It’s in how you lead, how you engage with your team, and how you show up in every conversation. You are worthy of space - so take it. 

We cover four ways to harness strong presence:

1. Grounded Energy: Stability & Strength
2. Expansive Energy: Commanding Space
3. Focused Energy: Intentional and Present
4. Assertive Energy: Speaking with Impact

Presence is power. Will you step into yours?

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You’ve likely fallen into the nice girl trap - biting your tongue, downplaying your ideas, and keeping the peace at your own expense. But what if being liked isn’t the goal? What if being respected, heard, and valued is what truly matters?

In this episode, you’ll learn how to step into your power without fear of backlash. Assertiveness isn’t aggression - it’s effective communication. You don’t need to over explain, soften your words, or apologise for having a strong opinion. The key is to be clear, direct, and strategic, without letting emotions take over.

Key Takeaways:

1. Being Nice vs. Being Kind vs. Being Assertive – Being nice is often fake and passive; being kind is honest and rooted in integrity; being assertive is clear, direct, and necessary for leadership. Choose assertiveness.
2. Reframe Assertiveness as Effective Communication – Clarity is kindness. Use “and” instead of “but,” state facts without over-apologising, and set firm boundaries.
3. Let Them React - That’s Their Problem – Others may be uncomfortable with your confidence. Let them. Focus on communicating effectively, not managing their emotions.

This episode is your push to stop playing small - don’t skip it.

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You’re always on the move, juggling a million tasks, yet it feels like you’re getting nowhere. Sound familiar? That cycle of busyness without progress leads straight to burnout. It’s time to break free.

In this episode, you’ll learn why being busy isn’t the same as being productive—and how to shift from just doing things to actually getting results. It’s all about moving from a “maintenance” mindset to an “output” mindset. You’ll discover how perfectionism, multitasking, and procrastination are sabotaging your productivity and keeping you stuck in overwhelm.

Key takeaways you can implement today:

1. Fall in love with finishing – Focus on ticking tasks off instead of just maintaining momentum.
2. Stop multitasking – Laser focus on one thing at a time and get it done.
3. Reward yourself – Use small incentives to push through tasks.
4. Gamify your work – Make productivity fun and engaging.
5. Know your peak performance time – Work when you’re naturally most focused.
6. Avoid the inbox trap – Don’t let emails dictate your day.
7. Reverse-engineer your day – Set clear priorities and stick to them.

If you’re overwhelmed, this episode is your roadmap to getting back in control. Listen now and start getting things DONE.

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Ever walked out of a meeting feeling invisible? Frustrated that no one took your idea seriously? The truth is, being nice isn’t the problem - it’s the belief that being nice will get you ahead. Spoiler alert: It won’t.

In this episode, Rhiannon breaks down the difference between being liked and being respected - and why only one will get you promoted, paid, and positioned as a leader. 

You’ll learn:
 ✅ How people-pleasing is silently sabotaging your career
 ✅ The cost of prioritising others' comfort over your own influence
 ✅ How to set firm yet professional boundaries that demand respect
 ✅ Why strategic assertiveness is your key to authority - without losing your kindness or integrity

If you're constantly saying "yes" when you're overloaded, avoiding tough conversations, or downplaying your ideas, you’re playing small. Leadership isn’t about being the most agreeable person in the room - it’s about being seen as competent, capable, and confident.

Rhiannon also covers how to shift your mindset, deliver feedback that actually helps people grow, and make decisions based on what’s right - not just what’s popular.

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How to Influence Without Authority

Feeling overlooked because you don’t have the “right” title? You don’t need authority to influence—you just need strategy. This episode dives into how you can create impact, be heard, and elevate your career without waiting for a promotion.

Key Takeaways:

1. Know Your Strengths: Understand what you’re truly great at. Tools like Gallup Strengths Finder can offer clarity, but real insight comes from feedback—ask trusted colleagues or mentors.
2. Shift from Tasks to Outcomes: It’s not about what you do, but the results you deliver. Instead of saying, “I took meeting minutes,” say, “I supported project managers to reduce turnaround time, which helped complete projects ahead of schedule.”
3. Master the Power of Feedback: Don’t fear it—embrace it. Honest feedback is the fastest route to growth.
4. Empathy Mapping: Use a simple framework—Think, Feel, Say, Do—to make better decisions, communicate effectively, and lead from where you are.
5. Speak Factually, Not Boastfully: Share your contributions with clarity and confidence. It’s not bragging—it’s owning your value.

Listen to unlock the tools you need to influence, lead, and progress—without the title.

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This episode dives into confidence—how to regain it, grow it, and overcome the imposter syndrome holding you back. If you’re feeling stuck, stagnant, or hesitant to step outside your comfort zone, this is for you.

Confidence isn’t something you’re born with; it’s a skill you build. Much like working out strengthens muscles, small, consistent steps expand your comfort zone and reshape your mindset. Rhiannon explains how imposter syndrome—a common hurdle for ambitious women—can trap you in a cycle of self-doubt. But here’s the game-changer: confidence comes from courage, not certainty. You won’t feel confident until after you’ve done the hard thing.

Key takeaways? Focus on progress, not perfection. Build confidence through repetition and celebrate each win. Recognise your role in your success, and stop externalising it as “luck.” Understand that fear and discomfort are normal signs of growth. Shift your perspective by expanding your comfort zone incrementally—no giant leaps required.

Rhiannon shares personal stories, relatable metaphors, and actionable tools to help you turn self-doubt into empowerment. Tune in and rediscover your power to step up, level up, and own your success.

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Let’s talk about unlocking your potential, whether it’s in your career or business. Life is seasonal, much like the stunning landscapes of Tasmania. Summer brings energy and reflection, while other seasons invite growth, rest, and preparation. Use this rhythm to evaluate where you are now and where you want to be.

Imagine doing a Growth Gap Analysis: assess your current skills, mindset, and experience (Point A), then envision your ideal role or business success (Point B). The gap between A and B holds the key to your growth. Dive into a SWOT analysis: identify your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This clarity lets you plan effectively for the future.

Key takeaways:

1. Audit Yourself and Your Role: Are you contributing enough value to justify growth or higher pay? If not, outline what’s missing.
2. Leverage Networks: Seek mentors who’ve achieved your goals. Learn by doing—shadow them, ask questions, and absorb their wisdom.
3. Strategic Development: Focus on gaining hands-on experience. Theory is valuable, but real-life problem-solving builds confidence and gravitas.

Take charge of your career like never before. Break through stagnation and make progress.

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You’re constantly on the go, juggling work, family, and life, but have you paused to check in with yourself lately? When was the last time you carved out space just for you—time to recharge, reflect, and reconnect with who you are beyond the roles you play? Burnout doesn’t hit suddenly, it sneaks up with signs like constant fatigue, apathy, and a craving for quick fixes like sugary snacks or endless distractions. Recognising these patterns is key to regaining your energy.

Recharging isn’t just about sleep (though that’s vital).  It’s about tending to all areas of your energy—emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual. What fuels you? Maybe it’s completing tasks, having meaningful conversations, or soaking in the buzz of a vibrant atmosphere. Knowing this helps you plan your week intentionally, balancing work, family, and restorative activities.

Try this: time-block your week. Map out work, errands, self-care, and downtime in 30-minute slots. Schedule moments to nourish all energy types—whether it’s a workout, a coffee date, or a quiet walk. When you plan like this, you create space to truly detach and relax, recharge, and avoid the burnout spiral. Small, deliberate adjustments can transform your energy, your week, and your life.

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Starting the new year, you may feel the pull to assert yourself more confidently in work or life. Whether you're navigating tough workplace dynamics or simply want to show up stronger, there are steps you can take to reclaim your power and make 2025 your year. Here's how:

1. Master Your Voice: Your tone and inflection impact how others perceive you. Ending statements with upward inflections (making them sound like questions) can undermine your authority. Practice using downward inflections to convey confidence and authority in your statements. Record yourself and listen for patterns to improve.
2. Command Attention Strategically: Space, phrasing, and tone are key to assertive communication. Pause intentionally to let your words resonate and strategically use humor or lightness to keep discussions balanced. Start with a lighter tone to allow room for escalation if necessary.
3. Own Your Experience: Speaking from personal experience (e.g., “I felt…” or “I noticed…”) makes your perspective harder to dispute. It’s a powerful way to command respect, particularly when addressing pushback or challenging conversations.

Start small, practice consistently, and watch as your confidence grows. Assertiveness is a skill—one you can master with practice and intention. Let’s make 2025 your most empowered year yet!

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How Do You Feel About Your Year?

Do you feel fulfilled by 2024, or does it seem like another year that slipped by without truly hitting the mark? If so, you’re not alone. Reflection and intentional goal-setting are key to recalibrating your life and charting a path forward. In this episode, you’ll be guided through a powerful process to identify what you want, why it matters, and how to strategically achieve it.

Key Takeaways for You:

1. Visualise Your Dream Future: Imagine a garden representing your future, where each goal is a fruit waiting to be picked. Visualising what you want helps clarify your desires and deepen your emotional connection to them.
2. Strategise Your Goals: Goals aren’t achieved through serendipity. By breaking them into manageable steps and reverse-engineering the process, you can transform overwhelming dreams into actionable plans. Create a timeline with clear milestones to stay focused and adaptable.
3. Embrace Challenges That Change You: Choose goals that excite and challenge you—goals that push you to evolve into the best version of yourself. The journey should feel meaningful and stretch your capabilities.

This reflective exercise, paired with actionable strategies, will help you finish the year strong or start fresh, creating a life you’re genuinely proud of. 

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This episode dives deep into trust, starting from within. Trust isn’t just about others - it begins with how you communicate with and trust yourself. By strengthening self-trust, you can navigate dynamic relationships, build resilience, and foster meaningful connections in every aspect of life. From aligning intentions with actions to overcoming hurdles, this episode is a guide to transforming your personal and professional relationships through trust.

Key Takeaways to Implement Today:

1. Assess Your Trust Levels: Score yourself on three questions—Do you easily trust others? Are you trustworthy? Do you trust yourself? Reflect on where you stand and identify areas for growth.
2. Align Actions with Intentions: Ensure your behaviour matches your values and intentions. This alignment builds credibility and fosters psychological safety in relationships.
3. Choose Courage Over Fear: Trust yourself to bounce back from setbacks. Start relationships with trust, letting others prove otherwise, and rely on your resilience to navigate challenges.

This episode is your toolkit for cultivating trust, starting with you.

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We dive into how to master influential conversations while staying true to yourself. If you’ve ever felt unheard in meetings or struggled to sway someone toward your perspective, this one’s for you. We’ll explore how to stay calm under pressure, use subtle techniques to build trust, and position your ideas in ways that truly resonate.

1. Emotional Control Unlocks Influence:
   Staying composed and open in discussions is essential. Defensiveness or frustration blocks your ability to connect. Instead, approach conversations with curiosity and motivation, even if emotions run high.
2. Build Rapport with Subtle Mirroring:
   Matching someone’s body language and speaking style helps create unconscious alignment. This might seem minor, but small adjustments—like mirroring posture or using similar phrasing—foster trust and connection effortlessly.
3. Tailor Your Language to the Listener’s Perspective:
   Whether someone is visual, auditory, or tactile in how they process information, use language that resonates with their style. For example, use phrases like “see what I mean” for visual thinkers or “that sounds right” for auditory individuals.

 Influence is a skill—one you can refine for work, relationships, and beyond!

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Today we unpack the art of setting boundaries and how they protect your energy, support emotional well-being, and foster healthier relationships. We discuss insights on why boundaries are often tied to your personal values and how understanding them can help avoid burnout and resentment. Rhiannon also dives into the complexity of professional versus social boundaries and how to navigate them effectively.

Key Takeaways:

• Define Your Boundaries: Understand what behaviours, tasks, or requests you're willing or unwilling to accept.
• Recognise the Signs: Feelings like resentment or discomfort often signal that your boundaries are being crossed.
• Differentiate Boundaries vs. Growth: Setting boundaries isn't about avoiding challenges—it’s about protecting your emotional and mental health.
• Practical Strategies: Learn how to communicate your boundaries clearly and negotiate expectations in both personal and professional contexts.

What You'll Learn:

• How to identify your values and align your boundaries with them.
• Tools for confidently saying "no" without guilt.
• The impact of strong boundaries on your work-life balance and relationships.

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Emotional intelligence (EQ), as defined by Daniel Goleman, is the cornerstone of strong communication, self-mastery, and meaningful relationships. In this episode, Rhiannon unpacks Goleman’s framework and its profound impact on both personal and professional dynamics. Mastering EQ can help you:

• Recognise and process emotions with clarity.
• Build trust and deepen connections.
• Respond thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively.
• Navigate difficult relationships with confidence and grace.

Imagine stepping into every interaction with clarity, confidence, and control. Tune in as Rhiannon shares actionable insights and relatable tips to help you develop these vital skills and create a life of connection, empowerment, and emotional mastery.

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Are you truly listening, or just waiting to speak? Active listening isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a superpower that can transform your personal and professional relationships. In this episode, we uncover why listening with intent matters more than ever. Through real-life examples, like decoding gym banter and handling tricky leadership moments, you’ll see how active listening can boost your emotional intelligence, strengthen connections, and create meaningful outcomes.

Key Takeaways:

1. Listen With Your Body: Active listening involves more than your ears—engage with eye contact, body language, and undivided attention to truly hear and comprehend what's being said.
2. Compassion, Not Just Empathy: Acknowledge emotions but maintain boundaries. True compassion helps you connect without being overwhelmed.
3. Adapt Your Listening Levels: Not all situations need 10/10 attention. Learn when to fully engage and when it’s okay to step back.
4. Ask Purposeful Questions: Use closed questions to clarify quickly or open-ended ones to deepen understanding and innovation.
5. Tailor Your Approach: Understand your audience—whether they’re outcome-focused or people-oriented—to craft conversations that resonate.

Tune in to master this essential skill and elevate every interaction in your life.

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In this episode, you'll discover how mastering the art of giving and receiving feedback can transform your professional and personal growth. Learn why effective feedback is a two-way street built on mutual respect and clear communication. You'll gain insights on:

• How to focus on behaviours instead of personal criticism to create constructive dialogue; while
• Using empathy and active listening to receive feedback with an open mind. 

Find out how clarifying your intentions when providing feedback can build trust and strengthen your relationships, and explore how offering positive reinforcement boosts motivation and cultivates a growth-focused environment. By embracing these techniques, you'll sharpen your communication skills, enhance your influence as a leader, and build stronger, more trusting connections.

This episode will empower you to leverage feedback as a tool for personal transformation and career advancement. Step up your game and unlock new levels of confidence and success.

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In this episode, we're diving into the silent but incredibly powerful tool we all possess: body language. 

In the workplace, mastering this often-overlooked form of communication can be a game-changer for those looking to climb the career ladder, prove their capabilities, or assert their influence. 

Did you know that only 7% of communication is conveyed through words? The rest—93%—comes from tone, vocal qualities, and body language. From the way you stand, gesture, or hold eye contact, every movement shapes how others perceive you and how you perceive yourself. 

We explore how body language influences every interaction, from building authority to creating a strong presence in tough situations. You'll learn techniques like power posing to enhance confidence and how subtle cues impact energy, mood, and connection. By observing others and mastering your own cues, you can create the exact influence you desire. Take charge of your presence and step into the room with intention!

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Have you ever wanted to voice your thoughts but found yourself held back? In this episode, we dive into the challenges of speaking up with confidence when it matters most. Many women, especially high-achieving professionals, struggle with this – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here, we unpack common fears, from worrying about others’ reactions to fearing embarrassment or rejection, and reveal practical strategies to overcome them. 

Learn to separate unhelpful thoughts from your true voice, prepare to communicate effectively under pressure, and start aligning your words with the confident, assertive person you want to be. Key takeaways include:

1. Recognise your brain's instinct to protect you from discomfort – and overcome it.
2. Use pre-conversation strategies, like affirmations and power posing, to centre yourself.
3. Master in-the-moment tools, like sipping water or focusing on one starter word, to stay composed and clear.

Listen now to start showing up powerfully and confidently in every interaction.

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Episode 122 of Do I Need a Life Coach? is a compelling discussion on mastering difficult conversations in the workplace, an area you may find challenging, especially when dealing with high-pressure environments or navigating complex personalities. Rhiannon delves into techniques to stay calm, focus on outcomes, and maintain clear, objective communication even when emotions are high. 

By learning the key to effective conversations—whether you're initiating feedback or on the receiving end—you can handle confrontations with clarity and confidence. Rhiannon also discusses understanding different communication styles, such as visual, auditory, and kinesthetic, to tailor your approach. 

This episode emphasises growth through discomfort, reframing tough discussions as opportunities to strengthen your leadership and resilience. Rhiannon’s insights could offer you a fresh perspective on workplace interactions, helping you manage your emotions and communicate with impact in high-stakes situations.

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In this episode, you're invited to reflect on how self-sabotage, comfort zones, and old beliefs might be holding you back. We dive deep into the power of looking forward and how our past can shape current challenges. You’ll explore the tension between who you were and who you need to become to achieve your biggest goals. 

Key takeaway? To create lasting change, you have to shed old patterns and identities that no longer serve you. You'll learn how to align your head, heart, and gut in decision-making and discover how to stop undermining your own success. 

Are you ready to embrace the future and move forward sustainably? Tune in to find out how you can transform, not just temporarily achieve, but truly sustain your desired results.

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In this episode, you’ll learn how to navigate the sea of feedback you get from others, and how to filter what’s actually useful for your growth. Not all feedback is created equal, and we'll explore how you can distinguish between constructive advice and opinions that don’t serve you. 

You'll discover the power of trusting your own voice and why it's essential to develop your own sense of confidence in your decisions. Plus, you’ll hear practical strategies for handling criticism, managing self-doubt, and building resilience as you grow both personally and professionally. 

By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to stop letting everyone else’s opinions shape your path, and start steering your own ship with clarity and purpose.

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We dive into the art of reframing and how it can drastically shift your mindset and approach to challenges. We discuss how our focus dictates our outcomes and how by shifting how we perceive problems, we unlock new ways to solve them. Whether it's overcoming past trauma, avoiding self-sabotage, or simply managing day-to-day stress, reframing is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.

You'll discover:

1. Your focus shapes your outcomes—what you dwell on grows.
2. Reframing past trauma allows you to heal and move forward.
3. Shifting perspectives on small, everyday challenges leads to long-term success.

Tune in now to start asking yourself better questions and discovering new possibilities.

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Today, Rhiannon shares insights on the significance of adaptability in life, work, and personal growth. From traveling with her family to reflecting on her time in London, Rhiannon explains how adapting to different environments and emotions can lead to better communication and decision-making. 

Whether you’re facing challenges at work or struggling with personal habits, the key to success lies in your ability to adjust and grow. Rhiannon emphasises the power of rehearsing conversations, emotional awareness, and developing tools to navigate life's unpredictabilities.

Listen in to learn more about how:

1. Adaptability is crucial for overcoming emotional triggers and achieving long-term goals.
2. Rehearsing and modelling successful communication can help you speak up and gain confidence.
3. Emotional awareness and proper tools, like pausing or power poses, enable better decision-making. 

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In this episode, Rhiannon dives into the importance of self-appreciation and the art of knowing when to push forward and when to take a step back. Inspired by a conversation with a close friend, she reflects on how high-achievers can be their own worst critics, pushing themselves too hard without acknowledging their efforts. Rhiannon discusses how energy, flow, and external signs can be key indicators that it's time to either double down or pivot. This episode is a reminder to pause, appreciate yourself, and choose the right path forward, whether that’s grinding harder or making a subtle shift.

Key Takeaways:
1. Self-appreciation is crucial for maintaining balance and avoiding burnout.
2. Recognise when pushing harder is productive vs. when it’s time to step back and realign.
3. External signs and flow can guide you toward the right decisions in life.

This episode has been inspired by and is therefore dedicated to Tiff - a teacher, a confidante, and a friend. Thank you Tiff!

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In this episode, Rhiannon dives into the power of taking full ownership of your results, whether in personal life, career, or major goals. She shares insights from a recent industry event and lessons from high achievers, like the Tasmanian JackJumpers’ coach, about setting and maintaining high standards. 

Learn how emotional resilience, commitment, and self-accountability are key to unlocking your potential. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, wavering goals, or felt stuck in "good enough," this episode will inspire you to take action, shift your mindset, and achieve your next big breakthrough.

Key Takeaways:

1. Ownership of your results is the foundation for success.
2. Emotional resilience helps you stay committed to your goals.
3. High achievers leverage accountability to push past doubt and reach their full potential.

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In this episode, we explore the difference between internal and external motivation and how it can shape your actions and goals. But what does this have to do with communication? Everything.

Understanding whether you are internally or externally motivated directly influences how you communicate with yourself and others. If you rely on external motivation, you may seek validation or approval, which can shape how you present your thoughts or ideas. On the other hand, if you're internally driven, you may focus on sharing your beliefs and values more confidently.

Improving your communication means knowing yourself—your motivations, needs, and triggers—so you can engage more effectively with those around you. By aligning your communication style with your motivational drivers, you not only express yourself more clearly but also create deeper connections and understanding.

Key Takeaways:
1. Motivation impacts how you communicate and interact with others.
2. Understanding your motivation can enhance clarity in expressing goals and needs.
3. Improved self-awareness leads to stronger, more intentional communication.

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In this episode, Rhiannon delivers a powerful wake-up call for high-level leaders who are tired of feeling overwhelmed and stuck in the chaos of their roles. Drawing from her hands-on experience coaching CEOs and executives, she exposes the hidden truth behind why even the most successful leaders hit burnout—and how they can break free from that cycle. 

If you’re leading a team and feel like the pressure is relentless, this episode is your lifeline. Rhiannon lays out the strategies to turn stress into strength, showing you how to clear the mental fog, make smarter decisions, and lead with elevated energy. This isn’t just about keeping the wheels turning; it’s about reminding you of your power, delegating like a true leader, and transforming your business from the inside out. 

Tune in to discover the high-performance habits that will elevate not only your leadership but also your entire organisation. Stop letting the daily grind weigh you down—learn how to reignite your passion, lead with clarity, and achieve the breakthrough you’ve been craving. If you’re ready to unlock your full potential and drive massive results, this episode is your next move.

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Are you tired of spinning your wheels in a job where your ideas go unnoticed and initiatives die on the vine? In this high-impact episode, Rhiannon dives deep into the root causes of decision paralysis and workplace frustration, exposing why so many professionals feel stuck and stagnant. Through a powerful client story, she reveals the secrets to identifying what truly matters and how to take back control when everything seems out of reach.

Rhiannon arms you with practical, no-nonsense strategies to turn your frustrations into fuel for success. Learn how to navigate corporate politics, prioritise your goals, and make empowered decisions that will propel your career forward.

Whether you're aiming for that next promotion or simply want to reclaim your passion for your work, this episode provides actionable insights to help you achieve the growth you've been craving. If you're ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start making bold moves, this episode is your roadmap to a more empowered, successful you.

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In this episode, Rhiannon delves into the importance of setting boundaries, learning to say no, and understanding personal values in both life and work. Sharing personal anecdotes about pain management and balancing work with family, Rhiannon reflects on how embracing discomfort can lead to self-discovery. 

She emphasises the need for:

• clarity in workplace,
• metrics to measure performance, and 
• performance expectations to help individuals feel comfortable taking breaks without guilt. 

Through a client example, Rhiannon discusses how attachment to work can prevent proper rest and hinder creativity. The episode closes with actionable advice on understanding what drives you, setting boundaries, and confidently saying no, even when it feels uncomfortable. 

This helps prevent burnout, maintain work-life balance, and ensure that decisions align with personal values. 

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Today, Rhiannon Bush shares her fiery enthusiasm for productivity and goal-setting. Rhiannon discusses the profound impact of one's environment on mindset and momentum, emphasising the importance of controlling outcomes and living purposefully. Through personal anecdotes, she highlights how small changes in perspective can lead to greater appreciation and drive.

Key takeaways include: 

1. Harnessing the Power of Environment: Rhiannon explains how your surroundings can significantly influence your productivity and well-being. By consciously choosing your environment, you can create a space that supports your goals and aspirations.
2. Eliminating Excuses: Rhiannon introduces a powerful exercise of listing all your excuses and systematically finding strategies to overcome each one. This practice helps you identify and break free from the barriers holding you back.
3. Taking Proactive Steps: Rhiannon offers actionable advice on setting up effective routines and extending your comfort zone. Whether it's developing a morning routine or finding new ways to challenge yourself, these steps are crucial for continuous growth and progress.

Join Rhiannon as she delves into these insights, encouraging you to take control of your environment, eliminate excuses, and take proactive steps towards achieving your goals.

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In Episode 109 of the "Do I Need a Life Coach?" podcast, Rhiannon Bush shares her heartfelt journey of off-boarding a client and the profound impact of meaningful feedback. 

You'll learn about:

1. The Power of Feedback: Rhiannon highlights the significance of conducting comprehensive off-boarding surveys to provide closure for both coach and client. This process not only acknowledges the client's progress but also reinforces their readiness to continue independently, creating a sense of achievement and empowerment.

2. The Impact of Kindness: Rhiannon emphasises the importance of simple acts of kindness and their ripple effect on others. Drawing from personal experiences, she illustrates how small gestures can create lasting positive impressions and foster a supportive and caring community.

3. Creating a Safe Space: A core element of successful coaching is the ability to create a safe and trusting environment. Rhiannon underscores the necessity of making clients feel valued and understood, allowing them to explore their deepest thoughts and emotions without judgment, ultimately leading to significant personal growth.

Listen in as Rhiannon delves into these transformative concepts, providing valuable insights for both aspiring coaches and those seeking personal development.

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Language matters. The words you use with yourself are powerful. Self-talk can either derail you or elevate you. We all have stories we tell ourselves, but we have a choice. We can buy into negative self-talk or acknowledge it and refocus on what truly matters.

Three key takeaways from this episode include:

1. The Power of Simple Movement: Even simple activities like walking can significantly boost mental and physical health, proving that movement doesn’t need to be intense to be effective.

2. The Impact of Self-Talk: The words you use with yourself are powerful. Negative self-talk can derail you, while positive self-talk can elevate you. Rhiannon shares a story of a client who felt overshadowed by her sister, illustrating how self-deprecating internal dialogue can affect confidence and self-worth.

3. Taking Control of Your Narrative: You have the power to change the story you tell yourself. By acknowledging negative self-talk and refocusing on what truly matters, you can lead your life with confidence and purpose. Be the driver of your destiny, not a passenger. 

Ask yourself: Are you leading your life or letting your internal dialogue dictate your actions? Change your story, change your life. Be the driver of your life.

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This week we tackle a common issue: low energy. Whether it's a seasonal slump or midyear fatigue, it's affecting our ability to achieve our goals and live purposefully. Rhiannon shares valuable insights on how energy, or the lack of it, impacts our lives.

We cover:
Activation Energy: Discover how even small steps can generate the momentum needed to overcome inertia and achieve your goals.
Natural Rhythms: Learn the importance of working with your natural rhythms, whether you're a morning person or a night owl, to optimise your productivity and energy levels.
Avoiding Complacency: Understand the dangers of settling for "it's good enough" and how to break free from a mindset that hinders your potential.

If you've been coasting and feeling unfulfilled, it's time to ask yourself what you really want and take actionable steps towards it. Rhiannon helps you check-in on how often you're saying "it's good enough" and to realign yourself with your goals. Check it out to reignite your energy and motivation.

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Discover the balance between self-reflection and action, and learn why too much introspection can sometimes lead to a loss of perspective. Understand the fundamental human needs we all share—love, connection, significance, variety, and certainty—and how growth and contribution play pivotal roles in our lives.

Rhiannon also emphasises the importance of effective communication and understanding in relationships, highlighting how personal development can sometimes create distance if not balanced correctly. She shares relatable anecdotes and practical advice on stepping out of your comfort zone, applying new strategies, and achieving the perfect balance between internal growth and external action.

With practical tips and relatable anecdotes, Rhiannon will inspire you to step out of your comfort zone, apply new strategies, and refine your approach to personal growth.

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As the days grow longer, it’s time to reignite our energy and face the truth in our lives. This week, Rhiannon dives into the importance of integrity and honesty in both personal and professional realms. In a candid discussion, she shares a past mistake of embellishing facts, the consequences she faced, and the vital lesson learned: integrity is non-negotiable.

Lying may seem like a quick fix, but it erodes self-trust and confidence, impacting relationships and business success. Rhiannon reflects on witnessing deceit, reminding us that authenticity is key. Remember, being true to yourself allows you to stand confidently, building genuine connections and lasting success.

Whether in work, relationships, or self-reflection, honesty fosters trust and resilience. Don’t let the temptation to embellish undermine your integrity. Be yourself, embrace your worth, and pursue your goals authentically. Tune in for a heartfelt episode that challenges us to uphold our integrity, reminding us that we are enough.

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Today we discuss the importance of taking responsibility for your own life and career. The episode begins with Rhiannon sharing a personal story about balancing her career ambitions with motherhood, highlighting the significant life changes she experienced during pregnancy and the early years of her children's lives.

Rhiannon emphasises the challenges of choosing between career progression and being present for one's children, respecting various parenting choices. She shares her decision to work part-time to stay connected with her children, while also acknowledging the difficulty of such decisions in today's society.

The episode transitions to discussing the necessity of taking control of one's career trajectory, stressing the importance of seeking feedback, overcoming imposter syndrome, and maintaining resilience. She encourages listeners to stay focused on their goals and keep pushing forward despite challenges, emphasising that success requires proactive effort, resilience, and continuous self-improvement.

Rhiannon concludes with a motivational message, urging listeners to hold themselves accountable, seek continuous growth, and celebrate their achievements. She highlights that no one else will hand you success, and it's crucial to be proactive and resilient in the pursuit of your goals.

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Here in Tassie, as we approach the winter solstice, the days get shorter, but paradoxically, the coldest days are yet to come. It's a challenging time, with many of us feeling more tired and less energetic. But, rather than being hard on ourselves, it's crucial to approach these feelings with curiosity and self-compassion.

In my earlier years, I would push myself aggressively through these low periods, but it never helped. Through life coaching, I’ve learned to be gentler, asking myself what’s really going on and accepting that it’s okay to feel less energetic sometimes. This shift from a taskmaster mentality to a nurturing approach has made a significant difference.

Today, I want to talk about “Failing Forward.” Failure is often seen as a setback, but it’s actually a crucial part of achieving any significant goal. Reflecting on my past experiences, especially in musical theatre, I realized that the fear of failure taught in our education system can be debilitating. However, true growth comes from embracing failure, learning from it, and continuing to move forward.

Remember, if you’re not failing, you may not challenging yourself enough. Set big goals, expect setbacks, and use them as stepping stones to success. Normalise failure, understand your emotional triggers, and develop strategies to cope and thrive. Your resilience and ability to bounce back are what will ultimately lead you to your goals.

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Understanding and managing emotions is crucial for personal and professional growth. Different emotions such as frustration, annoyance, irritation, and anger occupy distinct places in our bodies. Recognising where these emotions manifest helps in processing and understanding them better.

Emotional awareness enhances your ability to control your state and manage reactions. This skill is vital in leadership, business, politics, and personal relationships, enabling you to remain calm and influence others effectively. 

For instance, defining your emotions as you experience them can aid in identifying emotions, their triggers, and how they affect your behaviour. This practice builds emotional intelligence, allowing you to read others' emotions and respond appropriately.

By labelling emotions and understanding their impact, you can strategically manage your state to stay productive and focused. Small, daily adjustments in your emotional responses can lead to significant long-term improvements in achieving your goals and maintaining a positive outlook.

Remember, managing your emotions is about making micro changes that align with your goals and how you want to be perceived. This approach not only helps in achieving success but also in living a more fulfilling and balanced life.

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Just like hurt people hurt people, inspired people inspire people. Sounds simple enough, right? In this episode we discover ways to reignite your fire - find that source of inspiration, passion, purpose and work out what energy you're attracted to and are also omitting to others.

Discover the secrets to unlocking your full potential and making every day count. Learn powerful strategies for overcoming challenges, building resilience, and living a fulfilling life. Gain practical tips on setting and achieving goals, and explore profound reflections on the ripple effect of positivity.

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Hey there! A client recently asked me if self-reflecting and analyzing the past is beneficial. It’s a great question, and the answer isn’t straightforward. In coaching, we focus on looking forward with hope and the belief that you have the power to change. Reflecting on the past can sometimes lead to dwelling on it, but it’s also useful for processing trauma and understanding behaviours.

Effective coaching is all about setting goals, planning, and staying focused. Self-reflection is key when celebrating achievements because it helps build confidence and momentum. However, too much reflection without a clear purpose can hold you back, creating a comfort zone that stifles growth. That’s why I recommend journaling. It’s a powerful way to process your thoughts and feelings and gain an external perspective.

If you find yourself stuck in the past, journaling can help you release those thoughts and refocus on your goals. Documenting your journey provides clarity and motivation to move forward.

Take a moment to reflect on your current goals and how you plan to stay on track. Remember, contemplating your next steps is already a sign of progress. Stay focused, keep pushing forward, and write down three things you want to focus on after journaling to maintain your momentum.

Give it a try, and I’ll see you next week!

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When pursuing any goal, two aspects are crucial: strategy and mindset. The strategic approach involves setting clear objectives, planning steps, and embracing progress. With abundant resources available, finding effective methods is easier than ever. However, the real challenge lies in overcoming self-doubt and maintaining motivation. 

Having a coach can provide invaluable support in navigating these obstacles. The toughest part is often battling our own minds, but maintaining a goal is essential for long-term success. Reflect on your current goals and how you'll stay on track. Remember, even contemplating your next steps signifies progress. Keep focused and keep moving forward.

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A surprise trip to Melbourne orchestrated by my partner for my birthday reignited a sense of youthful exuberance and passion for life that had been dormant within me for a while. As we revisited the city where we once roamed freely, exploring its vibrant streets, I couldn't help but reflect on the person I've become compared to who I once was. This journey of self-discovery, fuelled by curiosity, has been exhilarating.

In Melbourne, I rediscovered my love for observing the world around me, striking a balance between introversion and extroversion. People-watching became a cherished pastime, offering glimpses into the lives and emotions of others. This fascination extends to my interactions with clients as a coach, where I aim to listen, observe, and understand without imposing my own biases.

A pivotal lesson I've learned is the importance of timing in communication, both personally and professionally. Recognising when to speak up and when to remain silent requires emotional intelligence and intuition. While some may perceive my occasional reticence as contradictory, I trust my instincts to guide me towards the most effective approach.

In the corporate world, hierarchical structures often hinder genuine connection and understanding. Taking a moment to truly see and assess the emotional state of others before engaging in conversation can foster a more productive and empathetic environment.

Ultimately, speaking up is not always about asserting oneself; it's about choosing the right moment for dialogue and action. Sometimes, silence speaks volumes, signalling a deeper understanding of the complexities of human interaction and emotional dynamics.

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Life coaching is a profoundly caring profession, driven by a genuine desire to uplift and support others. Coaches often find themselves deeply invested in their clients' well-being and success, fostering rapport effortlessly. However, this altruistic dedication can lead to two distinct paths.

Some coaches thrive initially, building successful practices, only to become jaded over time, losing sight of their initial passion. This shift underscores the importance of choosing a niche aligned with one's strengths and energy flow. It's crucial to understand the type of clients who invigorate rather than drain, ensuring sustained fulfilment in the coaching journey.

Alternatively, some coaches prioritise others' needs to the point of neglecting their own well-being. Empathy can turn into emotional burden, hindering their ability to function optimally. While coach training provides tools for self-care, unexpected and emotionally taxing client experiences can still take a toll. Coaches must remain vigilant in managing their emotional states to prevent burnout and maintain effectiveness.

This discussion extends beyond coaching, resonating with anyone who prioritises others' needs over their own. Recognising the importance of self-care, individuals are encouraged to identify desired feelings and actionable steps toward achieving them. By investing in their emotional well-being, individuals cultivate resilience, ensuring they can continue to contribute positively to others' lives while honouring their own.

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In response to Amanda's question about gracefully handling passive-aggressive comments in the workplace, it's essential to recognise the power of emotional resilience. When faced with insults or undermining remarks, one's emotional state becomes paramount. If you're solid in your confidence and content with your abilities and direction in life, insults lose their sting. Remember, you can only be insulted if you allow it.

Being prepared with a few strategic responses can help disarm such situations without escalating tension. It's crucial to strike a balance between assertiveness and professionalism, refraining from aggression while standing your ground firmly.

In navigating workplace dynamics, emotional intelligence and foresight are invaluable assets. By preparing for various scenarios and maintaining clarity of purpose, you position yourself for success while preserving your integrity. Practice, anticipate, and respond strategically to achieve the best possible outcome in challenging situations.

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Hey there! Have you ever stopped to think about how we spend our time? My friend recommended a book called "4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" by Oliver Burkeman. It's all about making the most of our limited time on this earth.

Burkeman challenges the usual productivity advice and encourages us to focus on what truly matters. He talks about setting boundaries, saying no to things that aren't important, and finding balance between work and downtime.

I've struggled with this myself, especially as a high achiever who's always on the go. But as I've gotten older, I've realised the importance of prioritising what's meaningful to me.

So let's take a step back and appreciate the time we have. Whether it's pursuing our goals or simply enjoying the present moment, let's make the most of every hour in our 168-hour week.

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In this episode Rhiannon delves into the transformative power of exercise and emotional momentum. Inspired by a listener's request, Rhiannon candidly shares her personal journey from viewing exercise as punishment to embracing it as a vital component of health and well-being.

She reflects on her past struggles with self-image and unhealthy habits, highlighting the pivotal role of emotional awareness in fostering lasting change. Through incremental shifts in mindset and behaviour, Rhiannon learned to prioritise her physical and mental health, gradually building confidence, self-respect, and resilience.

Drawing on the concept of emotional momentum, Rhiannon highlights the profound impact of our thoughts and emotions in our daily lives and long-term outcomes. She encourages listeners to conduct an "emotional audit" to identify recurring emotional patterns and assess their alignment with desired feelings and goals.

With refreshing honesty and empathy, Rhiannon challenges listeners to rewrite their internal narratives, choosing thoughts and emotions that propel them towards greater fulfilment and authenticity. By cultivating self-awareness and embracing incremental change, she inspires listeners to reclaim agency over their well-being and rewrite their stories with purpose and intention.

Join Rhiannon on this empowering journey of self-discovery and transformation, where every step forward is one with self-love and appreciation, and practical wisdom to support your journey towards holistic well-being

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In a recent leadership seminar, four speakers shared insights on leadership essentials. They explored the complexity of leadership, emphasising its challenges and the need for authenticity. Despite the theoretical discussions, practical strategies were scarce.

One speaker stood out, highlighting the importance of collective leadership. She outlined five key steps: prioritising the voices of people, working across boundaries, adapting to change, aligning systems with goals, and embracing acts of courage. These steps provide a roadmap for effective leadership, focusing on collaboration, adaptability, and empathy.

However, other speakers lacked practical guidance, focusing more on theoretical concepts. While social identity and appreciating diverse viewpoints are crucial, tangible strategies for leading difficult conversations were missing.

Reflecting on personal experiences, like navigating uncertain social situations, underscores the importance of self-coaching and positive outlooks in leadership. Authenticity emerges as a central theme, with leaders urged to align personal values with organisational goals. By embracing authenticity, leaders foster trust and predictability, essential for effective team dynamics.

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In this juicy episode of the "Do I Need a Life Coach?" podcast, our fabulous host, Rhiannon Bush, spills the tea on feeling judged and its impact on our relationships and self-worth. She shares a relatable story about a Christmas gathering gone awry when her son took a tumble off his bike. As Rhiannon reflects on her reaction, she dives deep into how our past experiences shape our present responses, girl!

Rhiannon gets real about how overanalysing situations can mess with our heads and lead to unnecessary guilt and self-doubt. She breaks down the role of our Reticular Activating System (RAS) in keeping those negative thought patterns on repeat, boo.

But fear not, because Rhiannon drops some major truth bombs on how we can turn things around! She's all about cultivating those positive vibes, babe. By embracing self-awareness and challenging our inner mean girl, we can step into our power and attract those bomb-ass relationships we deserve, yasss queen!

And let's not forget about friendships, honey! Rhiannon spills the tea on evaluating those connections and making sure they're serving us in all the right ways. She's all about keeping it real and ditching those toxic vibes.

In true boss babe fashion, Rhiannon wraps it up by inviting us to share our thoughts and ideas for future episodes. So grab your coffee, girlfriend, and let's slay those negative vibes together!

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Step onto the path of transformation and unlock the secrets to a life filled with joy, purpose, and abundance. In a captivating journey, Rhiannon unveils the impact of gratitude, drawing from personal anecdotes that highlight its transformative power.

With heartfelt appreciation for an extraordinary life partner, whose unwavering support fuels personal growth and other personal stories, gratitude becomes the canvas to live an inspired life and recognise the boundless opportunities for growth in today's interconnected world. Through life's trials, gratitude becomes a beacon of resilience, shifting focus from scarcity to abundance, and fostering inner peace.

Listeners are invited to embrace the simple yet profound joys that pepper each day – from warm embraces to sunlit skies – infusing life with increased energy and optimism.

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In Episode 89 of the "Do I Need a Life Coach?" podcast, Rhiannon Bush dives deep into the concept of transitioning from "child mode" to "parent mode" when facing challenges and pursuing goals. Drawing from personal experiences and client interactions, Rhiannon emphasises the importance of recognising when we're stuck in a state of fear and vulnerability, akin to a vulnerable child.

She explains that during difficult times, such as after a breakup or job loss, it's natural to feel fragile and hesitant, seeking comfort and support. However, Rhiannon encourages listeners to transition into "parent mode," where they assertively take control of their lives and pursue their goals despite fear and discomfort. This shift involves acknowledging the fear and discomfort but choosing to move forward with determination and assertiveness.

Rhiannon shares insights into the energy dynamics of these different modes, highlighting how staying in a state of fear and vulnerability can lead to stagnation and a lack of progress. Conversely, stepping into "parent mode" energises individuals, propelling them forward with momentum and determination.

She discusses the importance of making a plan and plotting a path forward, as well as recognising and breaking free from patterns of behaviour that keep us stuck. Rhiannon emphasises that while progress may not happen immediately, embracing a mindset of assertiveness and determination sets the stage for positive momentum and growth.

Throughout the episode, Rhiannon infuses her trademark conversational style and relatable anecdotes, creating a supportive and empowering atmosphere for listeners. She encourages individuals to embrace their power to shape their lives, reminding them that the universe responds to their energy and determination.

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We explore the powerful idea that "Hurt People Hurt People." Drawing from personal experiences and reflections on her younger self, Rhiannon delves into the common tendency to perceive life's challenges as happening to us rather than for us. She reflects on the victim mentality and negative self-talk that often accompanies adversity, emphasising that everyone, to some degree, grapples with fear, self-doubt, and negativity.

Rhiannon shares insights gained from coaching clients dealing with various life challenges, highlighting a common pattern of thought that individuals go through when healing from past events and trauma. She discusses the stages of processing trauma she's witnessed with her clients, moving from hurt to anger, and eventually reaching a point of forgiveness and reconciliation. She underlines the importance of asking ourselves the question "What's the lesson here? What's the gift here?" to shift the perspective from being a victim to a learner.

Other topics discussed include:

• The impact of negative self-talk and how it can be extinguished by reframing the narrative and practicing empathy. 
• Contentment with ourselves and standing in our worthiness, and choosing to live a life surrounded by those who treat us well are essential for health, happiness and growth. 
• Healing from past hurt allows us to break free from a cycle of negativity and victimhood, empowering us to live a life aligned with our values and surrounded by positive influences.

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Today we delve into the concept of the 'I Care Zone,' a space where you're not unhappy enough to change but not happy enough to give your all. We explore the dangers of lingering in this grey area and highlight the importance of recognising personal triggers when it's time for a change.

Rhiannon introduces Tony Robbins' six core needs that drive behaviour, emphasising how these needs influence our decisions and actions. The 'I Care Zone' often meets some of these needs, making it a comfort zone that hinders growth and fulfilment. She explains how staying in this zone can prevent you from discovering what truly lights you up and contributes to a meaningful, fulfilling life.

Throughout the discussion, Rhiannon emphasises the importance of self-awareness, values, and priorities in making decisions. Whether it's a job, relationships, or personal habits, aligning with your values is crucial for long-term satisfaction and growth.

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If you're a business owner or part of the C-Suite, this episode is tailored just for you. We're diving into the corporate realm, exploring the delicate balance between authority and connection at work.

In the corporate world, authority is crucial, especially when you've earned the chief title. Yet, despite the immense challenges and triumphs you've faced, the reluctance to assert authority can hinder progress. I explore the paradox of wanting connection while maintaining leadership authority. It's a fine line to walk, and I share insights to help you strike the right balance.

Through anecdotes and lessons learned, I provide valuable tips for leaders who find it challenging to be authoritative yet want to foster strong connections with their teams. Emotional intelligence plays a pivotal role, enabling leaders to navigate complex relationships and make strategic decisions.

As you reflect on your leadership style, remember that maintaining authority doesn't mean sacrificing connection. By embracing a flexible approach, effective communication, and a keen awareness of your team's needs, you can create a workplace that thrives on both authority and genuine connections.

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Are you weary of grappling with self-assertion challenges? 
Do you struggle to establish boundaries, resulting in a decline in self-confidence? 

If you're experiencing being taken advantage of and yearn to reclaim control, dive into this episode where we give you a process to follow. 

Whether it's at work, at home, or in social situations, this process will help you expand your comfort zone and step into the person you want to be. 

It's time not only to voice your opinions but also to set your own pace and step into your power with careful planning, ensuring that any potential fallout is manageable.

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Embrace your uniqueness. You hold limitless possibilities, but embracing your authentic self is key for attracting the right people and opportunities. Your current life isn't a coincidence; it's a result of your choices. Let's delve into some profound questions, unraveling the philosophy of existence. By exploring your innermost authentic self, you can uncover your true desires and determine how you want to shape your life.

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Rediscover sheer delight. As we age, we often lose the knack for carefree joy. The fear of looking silly or worrying about others' opinions stifles our willingness to try new things. Yet, denying ourselves the joy of playful activities and the challenges they bring can harm our overall happiness. Certain activities we enjoyed as children often fall by the wayside as adults, making life more serious. It's crucial to reconnect with activities we love, tapping into our inner child and embracing pure fun. Reflect on what brings you joy, and prioritize incorporating those activities into your life regularly. When was the last time you did something you truly love? Explore ways to make time for those activities and infuse more joy into your life.

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Hey there! Episode 83 wraps up the Your Year Series with a bang, diving deep into the art of celebration. We explore how celebrating not only enriches your journey but also propels you forward toward your goals.

Discover the magic of relishing your progress, diving into the difference between the emotional build-up and the actual achievement. It’s all about embracing those milestones and keeping a journal to track your victories and the emotions that come with them—trust me, it’s a game-changer!

Throughout this series, we’ve delved into goal-setting, visualizing success, tackling challenges head-on, and customizing your success journey. Plus, your input in a quick survey could snag you 10 hours of complimentary coaching—how awesome is that?

Congratulations on your incredible journey! Your pursuit of dreams is nothing short of inspiring. 

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Empower yourself by granting permission to follow your dreams, enact essential changes, and put your needs first. Trust your instincts and honor your thoughts over external influences.

The pursuit of our goals is a journey reliant on self-trust. Seize control of your life, pursue your aspirations, and live in harmony with your true desires.

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Overcoming setbacks in pursuit of our goals is important to plan and prepare for. We discuss the contextual nature of human emotions, illustrating how being all-or-nothing leads to craving what we lack. Rhiannon advocates for planning ahead to manage setbacks effectively, cautioning against overcommitment, which often results in resource strain, diminished quality, stress, and the neglect of relationships.

Highlighting the importance of positive optimism, she discusses the benefits of acknowledging reality while focusing on solutions. Rhiannon encourages breaking down unrealistic goals into achievable steps and celebrating smaller wins. She stresses the significance of doing activities purely for joy when facing setbacks, explaining their impact on productivity. Moreover, she recommends expressing gratitude, adapting to life's non-linear nature, and learning from failures to build resilience.

Balancing realism and optimism, Rhiannon believes, is crucial for pragmatic and hopeful goal achievement. By providing practical insights and strategies, she aims to help listeners navigate setbacks, fostering a long-term path to success.

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Planning ahead is a gamer changer for success. We discuss the struggle between instant gratification and long-term achievement and how planning is crucial for your success.

• Instant gratification hampers long-term success, but planning ahead using our brain power counteracts this.
• By anticipating instant gratification moments and planning proactively, we honour our commitments and make conscious choices for personal fulfilment.
• Planning ahead allows a deeper sense of achievement, pride, and joy by making conscious decisions to stick to our plans and goals, instead of getting distracted with shiny things that make us instantaneously feel good.
• Managing 168 hours a week effectively involves understanding personal boundaries and priorities.
• Planning optimises our time and prevents wasted time.
• Rest is essential for success; play and rest time enhance productivity and learning.
• Benefits of planning include: clarity on achievements, preventing burnout, handling chaos, enjoying rest, increased productivity, and feeling better overall.
• Planning satisfies the need for certainty and structure, providing us with stability to expand our comfort zone and achieve our goals.

Explore your planning styles, understand the benefits of planning, and experiment with different methods to enhance productivity and achieve your goals.

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In this comprehensive time management episode, we explore six highly effective techniques designed to revolutionise your productivity including the Eisenhower Matrix: Learn the power of prioritisation and urgency, organising tasks into four distinct quadrants to focus on what truly matters. The Pomodoro Technique, Streaks Strategy, Eat That Frog! and more. 

Optimise your workflows, build momentum and set yourself up for successful goal achievement by unlocking the transformative potential of these time management techniques.

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In this episode, we explore the power of modelling behaviour as a key tool for success. We delve into cognitive and intuitive modelling, emphasising how observing and emulating successful behaviours, attitudes, and strategies can pave the way for personal growth.

Key Points:

• Modelling behaviour is observing and replicating the actions, attitudes, and strategies of successful individuals to achieve desired results.
• It involves cognitive modelling (conscious analysis) and intuitive modelling (unconscious adoption from surroundings).
• Role models like Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, and Warren Buffett have popularized this technique.
• The brain mechanisms involved in modelling include mirror neurons, neuroplasticity, and reward systems.
• The process: Observe, Identify, Imitate, Adapt, Repeat, Integrate.
• Visualising success is a crucial step in effective modelling.
• A structured approach: Define behaviour, Identify a role model, Study execution, Practice strategies, Evaluate progress, Visualise success.

Rhiannon encourages listeners to find role models in areas they seek success and apply these modelling techniques to achieve desired outcomes.

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Who deserves your dreams more than you? Reflect on life’s challenges—aren’t they all a part of the journey to your aspirations? Let’s embrace the sacrifices and efforts needed to reach our goals. By anticipating obstacles, we empower ourselves to navigate them effectively.

Join us in this episode as we visualize success. Through guided imagery, immerse yourself in a moment of triumph. Start living your success story today, embodying the achievements you aim for!

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The quality of our lives is depicted by the quality of the questions we ask ourselves. Personal development gurus talk about different types of questions that give us a blueprint for attributing meaning to certain things that happen in our lives and how we can view it in a way that serves us and helps us to move forward. When we spend the time identifying what questions we're asking ourselves and change those questions, we are able to shift things in a powerful and sustainable way.

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How do you define success? Success is deeply personal and unique to you, but defining it is key. Without clarity, recognising success becomes challenging. In this episode we delve into thought-provoking questions to get clear on what success means to you and align it to your goals. Start defining your success, so you can confidently identify it when you achieve it.

How do you define success? Success is deeply personal and unique to you, but defining it is key. Without clarity, recognising success becomes challenging. In this episode we delve into thought-provoking questions to get clear on what success means to you and align it to your goals. Start defining your success, so you can confidently identify it when you achieve it.

Success is subjective and can vary across different aspects of life. It is beneficial as an overarching, aspirational success statement that acts as a guiding principle, not something rigidly measurable.

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Spend quality time defining your own success, acknowledging that it's an ongoing process subject to personal growth and life changes. Embrace your personal growth, remain open to new experiences, and set personal goals aligned with your definitions of success.

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Your energy is your most valuable asset—but are hidden obstacles pulling you down? If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly battling setbacks, it’s time to check what (or who) is draining you.

In this episode, we’ll uncover the sneaky energy blocks holding you back, ask powerful questions to shift your awareness, and help you realign so you can move forward—faster and with more clarity.

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🌟 Unveiling Your Beliefs: The Power to Shape Your Destiny!

💡 Beliefs are the cornerstone of our existence—the unwavering truths that define our actions and shape our reality. They emanate from our values, the bedrock upon which we build our convictions. Understanding these beliefs and the correlation between our values and behaviour can wield immense power, steering us toward a future teeming with success and fulfilment.

🌱 As we embark on the journey towards our aspirations, delving into the depths of our beliefs is paramount. These beliefs, deeply entrenched within, often hold the keys to our past unattained goals. To achieve our desired outcomes, it's imperative to decipher these convictions, ensuring they don't unconsciously hinder our progress.

🚀 Let's navigate this transformative voyage together. By unraveling the fabric of our beliefs, we unlock the potential to overcome self-imposed limitations. Embrace this opportunity to recalibrate your mindset, paving the way for conscious and intentional strides toward your envisioned future.

🌈 Imagine a life where beliefs propel you forward, not hold you back. It's time to decode the mysteries within and harness their force to craft a destiny that resonates with your aspirations.

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Uncover Life-Changing Moments: Redefine Your Narrative!

🌟 We all encounter pivotal moments that redefine us. These moments, whether through events or people, leave an indelible mark on our lives. But what do they mean to you?

🔑 Processing these experiences is the key to unlocking your path forward. Whether it's an event or a person that holds significance, discovering the right method to process them is crucial for your growth.

🌱 Dive deep, explore, and open yourself to understanding. Transform the impact of these moments into catalysts for positive change. Your journey to a better life starts with deciphering the lessons embedded in these transformative events.

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Unveil Your Values: The Driving Force Behind Your Actions!

🚀 Your values shape your actions, whether consciously recognised or not. It's time to unearth them! Dive deep and ask yourself essential questions to uncover your core values. 

🔍 Discover what truly matters to you and align your values strategically to propel you toward your big vision and goals. Let's transform your values into a powerful tool to drive you closer to your goals.

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Embark on Your Goal Management Journey Today!

🌟 Welcome to Goal Project Management: Break down your goal into manageable milestones and track your progress as you take action.

🎯 Our 10-step process simplifies your SMARTER goal, ensuring each step gets you closer to success. Enjoy the journey as you make strides toward achieving your dreams.

💡 This formula is your ticket to success, preventing overwhelm and keeping your focus sharp. No more derailments or feeling lost on the path to your goals.

Ready to stick to your goals and make them a reality? Tune in and learn how to achieve them with ease!

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Discover the evolved SMART goal, tailored uniquely for you. We’ve reimagined the SMART framework by integrating a powerful visualisation exercise, tapping into your subconscious to unravel your deepest aspirations.

Prepare for this episode with ample pause, dedicating focused moments to delve into your desires. Find a quiet, comfortable space—this isn’t a task for a fleeting moment; it’s an immersive journey within yourself. Let this exploratory process unfold, allowing your dreams to materialise on paper, charting a path toward your envisioned future.

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Imagine living a day that's more than routine – it's extraordinary. What if your everyday became a blueprint for an ideal life? Frank Kern dives into the concept of the "perfect average day," prompting us to reimagine our daily existence. 

In this episode of the Your Year Series, we challenge you to infuse purpose into each moment. Explore how you envision your perfect day – the emotions, experiences, and actions that define a life of fulfilment. It's a journey that demands imagination and the courage to dream boundlessly. If limitless possibilities were at your fingertips, what would your ideal day entail?

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Step into the transformative journey of the Your Year Series - Part One! This episode is your gateway to unlocking the secrets of effective goal-setting, tailored specifically to YOU.

Ever felt disheartened by unmet goals? You're not alone. Many stumble in goal-setting, but it's not the process; it's the approach that matters. Our series is designed to empower you with the tools and insights necessary to craft goals that resonate and drive you forward.

In just two months, immerse yourself in a journey of goal-setting mastery. This isn't just about a year; it's about shaping your future. Experience the exhilaration of penning down your aspirations and witness the sheer magic as you progress towards them.

Join us now and embark on this exhilarating expedition towards achieving your dreams. It starts here, it starts now.

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This episode is dedicated to John Acuff, author of “Start: Punch Fear in the Face, Escape Average, and Do Work That Matters". This book was inspiring, uplifting  and insightful with no wasted words and actionable insights.

Key take-aways from this book, include:

• Your inner rock-star
• Time
• Work first thing in the morning
• Live with purpose, daily
• How to look at where you are and where you’re going
• Why context matters
• His 5-step success formula
• The entitlement ladder
• The importance of relationships
• Being brave enough to try something new
• Taking action

And one of the best take-aways, was that it’s not about me. When our passions fuel us, but also give to and support other people, we will be fulfilled and on our "road to awesome". 

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Who do you aspire to be? Do you want to be skinnier? Do you want to be wealthier or healthier? Do you want to be classier? Do you want to be more successful?

We all want things. And we all have a perception of ourselves as our most perfect self. Our most idealised self. And not often does that idealise itself align with who we are right now, today.

And that's OK.

Because it's more important to understand why you want those things, and to understand the reasons you want those things, and from there create a multi-channel strategy to achieve it. Because willpower alone won't work.

There are four key questions to ask yourself before knowing where to head and how to get there.

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This episode provides insights from the business perspective of coaching from niching, pricing, and the complexities and blurred lines of the coaching industry. We discuss factors that influence these core business functions to provide information to help you navigate what will best serve you when looking to employ a coach.

 In this episode, you'll learn: 

• Ethical guidelines in an unregulated industry
• Why the complexities are something to embrace
• 5 ways to keep it clean

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Leadership. A tough gig. So what makes a good leader? There is so much research available by Brené Brown, Simon Sinek, Dan Pink but until reading a book by Dan Airely, I didn't understand the social and market contracts that govern our society and how leadership today must encompass both. And it’s often at the cross-section of these two where leaders get it wrong.

Social contracts, while vulnerable and fragile, are more fulfilling and meet our core needs as human beings. But when underpinned by a market contract, the market contract must prevail.

While coaching and leadership are two individual skill sets, a leader who is not a coach is only as half effective as they can be. Coaching helps empower and support others in a way an effective leader needs to for maximum impact and success.

You’ll learn:

• What the difference is between a market and a social contract
• Why empathy is important as a leader
• How coaching tools help you empower your team
• Why the ‘swinging d*cks’ in a market contract unfortunately prevail

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The reasons people seek a life coach are as diverse as the individual themselves. Whether it's something that you're dealing with right now or whether it's projecting your life moving forward and want more structure, clarity and support to achieve that, working with a coach will provide you with all of those things and more. 

Working with a coach often begins with the presenting problem, the tip of the iceberg, but then transcends into the deeper layers within us  to help understand more about ourselves, align us with what we want, and hear our inner voice to live a fulfilling life that we want and choose.

There are many famous faces who have engaged with life coaches for assistance and is synonymous with peak performance. At the end of the day, all of us are human beings. We are all faced with adversity, trials and tribulations and the majority of us want to live an enriched life, and need a little support to do so. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why people see a life coach – the adversities that draw people to coaching
• How life coaches help with said adversities 
• Who you may know, who has claimed to see a life coach

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In times of frustration or annoyance with those around us, it's often because our values are being questioned and our boundaries are pushed.  When we don't know how to hold our boundaries without creating significant rifts or drama, we feel frustration or annoyance. Power dynamics shift when you undergo personal growth and  development because the relationships surrounding you right now meet certain needs you have, for both you and them. As you start to grow, your needs start to shift and that can often destabilise relationships you have.

That's not necessarily something to fear, but it is something to manage and understand. When within a relationship the power pendulum doesn’t swing evenly between the two parties, it can be draining, un-motivating and disempowering.

Learn how to listen to your inner voice and to what you want, while working to maintain those relationships if you want to, and also learn when to let them go.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How to consider what connecting with others looks like
• How your self-awareness will help you maintain your power in relationships
• Why strategically knowing or choosing your values will determine the health of your relationships

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I was fortunate in my mid 20s to spend time in England, and despite being what I thought was a very similar country to Australia - both historically due to the invasion and culturally - I couldn't have anticipated what lay before me and what left me enriched with experiences and changed perspectives due to our differences.

This episode is dedicated to my love of England and the English people and to the five key lessons I learned by living there for two years.

1. Stoicism
2. Emotional Fortitude
3. Nobody Cares
4. Respect
5. Class and Hierarchy

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Every single one of us have the choice to feel happier on a daily basis. This is not about feeling happier 100% of the time or experiencing a big shift. This is about choosing to make little and seemingly mundane things we do more enjoyable by shifting our perspective or actively finding ways to have more fun every day.

We're always chasing a feeling. And growing our awareness of what feeling it is that we are chasing, will help us to understand and justify our actions and also behave more purposefully than just coasting, unaware, throughout our day… and consequently our lives.
Next line in this episode you'll learn:

• The role dopamine plays and why the different ways dopamine spikes is important for our overall wellbeing
• Why identifying what we're feeling in a given moment can be challenging and takes practice
• Questions to ask yourself to see whether you're ready to have more fun, and where you can bring more play into your day

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Would you believe me if I told you that everything you believe isn't true? Would you fear the thought? Or would you be empowered by the thought?

One of the best things about working with a certified coach is that the beliefs you have that guide you through your life are challenged. Every coaching client experiences the Big Shift. It’s the moment when you decide a belief you’ve had for a long time is no longer true for you, and this change in belief sets you free. Often the beliefs that we hold, guiding our behaviours and our emotions, are beliefs we've been ingrained with since we were children. They no longer serve us in adulthood and things stop working as we want them to. They're beliefs we've never stopped to question to make they serve us and to make a conscious choice as to whether we want to believe that, or not. 

Your empowerment comes from your next decision. And when you're clear on the beliefs you have that do or don't serve you, you can make decisions faster and take action to get to where you want to be. The necessity of working with a coach, is that you can bring these beliefs to light faster and have support as you question them, interpret them and choose to discard them to move forward. Your coach will be there with you every step of the way as you discover what beliefs you want to have, and how those beliefs determine who you want to be. 

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A recent experience with loss allowed me to feel immense discomfort that I couldn't run from. Feelings of vulnerability and sadness that made me feel sick to my stomach. We've all experienced loss. And most of us feel discomfort of some kind on a daily basis. It comes in various degrees, but it's there.

We can choose to numb those feelings. There are many ways to do that, but when it comes to loss or grief, the options are limited, because no amount of skirting around the discomfort will keep it at bay for long. At some point, we will have to sit in the discomfort, allow it to be there and process it somehow. 

There are no lessons in this episode. Just a girl, telling you her story with the hope that it reminds you you’re not alone.

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The pain of staying the same has to be greater than the pain of change. Where are you experiencing pain right now? How much focus is that pain taking out of your each and every day? Expanding our comfort zones is the road to personal growth. And by withstanding discomfort and persisting anyway we learn things about ourselves and discover things within ourselves that we didn't know were available to us. When we remain in our comfort zone we become unaware of our possibilities and our ability to achieve our dreams.

Expanding our comfort zone can look very different depending on the pain we're experiencing. When did you last expand your comfort zone? What can you be doing differently to be moving forward and not be living a life dictated by fear or discomfort that often arises from staying in your comfort zone for too long?

 You'll discover:

• The neuroscience behind expanding our comfort zone and why change is hard
• Why finding an emotion that gives us fire can get us moving in the right direction
• Why most of us think it’s just ‘life’ and don't recognise subdued discomfort as a comfort zone / growth opportunity

Bonus content for coaches
This episode contains bonus material for coaches working with clients on expanding their comfort zones.

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The stories we tell ourselves have a monumental impact on the results we get in our lives. Whether that's financial, relationships, happyness, or other ways you may personally define success, the story you tell yourself matters. Because the story we tell ourselves affects us on a subconscious and an emotional level which is what we omit to the world, and in turn what we get back. 

The accuracy of the story is of secondary importance than how that story makes us feel. In this episode we discussed emotional bandwidth, emotional intelligence, and the steps to understand the intricacies in the different emotions you experience and what story you have around them. From there we can begin to rework the stories we tell ourselves to free us up emotionally and get better results.

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The concept of emotional maturity has been increasingly relevant in my life, particularly as a mother raising two young children. Balancing the demands of parenting has highlighted moments when my inner child surfaces in response to my children's behaviour. Transitioning to a leadership role in business, the topic of emotional maturity takes a different form. As a leader, projecting professionalism often requires suppressing my emotional responses and maintaining a composed demeanor.  Embracing emotional maturity requires mindfulness, allowing us to respond thoughtfully instead of impulsively, thereby harnessing the strength of emotions for positive outcomes. Emotional maturity is a vital skill for navigating the complexities of relationships we experience in all areas of our lives.

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Rhiannon lifts the rug to address an eyebrow raising topic of why life coaching is perceived as ‘expensive’.  Whether it be factors in the marketplace, life coach qualifications and experience, or their care factor, it’s all discussed here in Episode 53.

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What motivates you? Are you someone who seeks validation from others? And relies on things outside of yourself to feel good about what you're doing, decisions you’re making and things you're achieving? This episode we discuss intrinsic end extrinsic motivation, what drives our behaviour and how we can use whatever motivational strategy we have to help us, instead of hinder us.  To use what drives us, in ways that helps to put us in a state of being happier, to achieve more, and to feel better. For my fellow (existing or recovering) people-pleasers, this one’s for you!

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In Episode 51, Rhiannon discusses how you give and receive feedback, and how to establish a solid foundation on which to exchange feedback honestly.

We discuss who should give you feedback, and why; when you should ask for it; and for what purpose.  What are you looking for?  We also discuss the need for boundaries and how you can work out what you need from a relationship to feel balanced and fulfilling, and what you are not willing to accept.

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"Whether you think you can, or think you can't, you're right." - Henry Ford.  We don't know what we don't know. And what we think having or achieving will give us at the outset, can ultimately lead to us feeling disappointed. On the flip side, the things in life we're forced to fight for, are the things worth having. But how do we know?

Navigating the road to goal attainment is a personal and tricky road. When we can’t see around that next corner but that’s where we’re travelling at full speed, what can appear may surprise and derail us (and often does!).  How we deal with the emotional highs and lows as we undertake our quest for what we want is so strongly linked to our ‘why'. Our purpose.  Therefore knowing our purpose and the impact we expect from having the 'thing' is the reason we fight. And more often than not, that impact is self-fulfilment, a deeper connection with ourselves, or with others.  Nothing more.  

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Psychological safety. Something you can research, and something you can intellectually understand, but until you feel how it feels to be psychologically unsafe, navigating it may be difficult. In this episode I discuss strategies for pre-empting the risks and potential impacts of feeling psychologically unsafe in the workplace and ways to proactively deal with it before it causes ongoing personal harm. We also discussed how psychological unsafety presents itself, and how to know when to stay the course or walk away.

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What's most important when looking for a coach? Is it their training? Their experience? Their style? Rhiannon continues in Part 2 to answer more questions from Part 1 to provide insights into her coaching style and how she differs to other coaches; at the same time as giving you valuable questions to help guide you on:

1. What to look for
2. Important things to know; and 
3. What beneficial qualities will serve you in a coach

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What's most important when looking for a coach? Is it their training? Their experience? Their style? Rhiannon answers several questions in Part 1 of this series to provide insights into her coaching style and how it differs to other coaches; at the same time as giving you valuable questions to help guide you on:

1. What to look out for
2. What's important for you to know when hiring a coach; and 
3. What beneficial qualities will serve you in a coach

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We all experience fight or flight, some more dramatically than others depending on our working environment, our upbringing, and our existing patterns of behaviour we have programmed from experience to survive. Our physiological response comes from our interpretation of the environment around us, especially through our eyesight. Being able to regulate that interpretation, to regulate the physiological response we have, is what will enable us to be more balanced, healthier, happier and to avoid chronic stress and burnout.

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The impact coaching is so significantly larger than just one person. Often, the presenting problems a client brings to a coach when wanting to work with them is the tip of the iceberg.  Coaching not only helps with the presenting problem (first and foremost), but is a holistically uplifting experience for somebody to experience. When that person experiences coaching, many others are impacted in the process, creating win-win outcomes for the client, the coach, and those around them.

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“I want what they've got.” “Why haven't I got what I want yet?” .. and so it goes, right?! We've all been there.

It takes time to develop an 'attitude of gratitude' when you've been living your life comparing yourself to others. Instead of repeating that old story, and keeping on doing that thing, it takes practice to remind yourself of all the things that you do have. But guaranteed, if you look closely enough, you will find a lot of things you’re surrounded by to be grateful for. 

When we strive to achieve things we want, there's a difference between wanting more productively that will work long-term, versus desperately pining for more. The emotion fuelling our actions, driving us to achieve, may be a temporary, quick-burst to achieve something superficial, or it may be a long, slow-burn that enables us to stay in it for the long haul, and reach our destination while truly enjoying the path we take to get there along the way.

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I take you through my sales process to give you an understanding of how I used to sell, and compare it with how I choose to sell now. It's very simple, very personable and very hands off from my point of view. I tell you about my coaching programs, how they work and operate, and what you can expect if you are curious about working with me as client. I also discuss what current clients are experiencing as a result of working with me. 

By recording this episode I hope to give you insights and reassure you that I am just a girl with a love for coaching who's done it for a long time now because of the impact I know it has for people. I hope this episode helps educate you on what coaching is and how it could help you get to where you want to be and massively exceed your expectations.

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How do people perceive you? Do people see what you want them to see? Or is it more likely that they see you exactly as you are? 

Having enough self-awareness to understand what others see and then bridge the gap between who you are and how they actually see you is an incredible skill to have. It's also a great skill to have if you’re looking to manipulate the way others perceive you, or to be strategic and influential. 

When you can come from a place of being truly aligned with who you are and how you present to the world, I believe there is serious power. It's fulfilling, it's uplifting, and it's true. Truth attracts truth and forms the basis of real relationships and the authenticity required to live a happy and fulfilled life.

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Are you aware of what makes you feel exhausted? Are you aware of what makes you feel invigorated? Being able to handle certain situations at home or at work require you to have a certain level of energy. When you give your energy but don't receive it back, the question needs to be asked.. is this worth it?

In this episode we talk about state management, stoicism, and avoiding drama. We explore where we can go wrong and when even the best of intentions won't protect us.

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Remember when you started? The passion, the fire, the drive? The discussion, so often when coaching clients is that it's disappeared. Instead, it feels hard and frustrating and the results aren't coming. But what if... actually... they are?

Carrying successful energy into the work you're doing to achieve your goal matters. And if your energy is heavy and dejected and stressed and frustrated, chances are the results are going to take longer to come to fruition. If you can carry the energy each and every day like you've already achieved what you want to achieve, not only will you have more fun along the way but you exponentially increase your chances of getting what you want, faster.

The mindset you adopt each and every step of the way to achieve your goals will make the journey easier or harder. You get to choose your adventure and a life coach can help you do this by showing you: 

• How the energy of success attracts success
• How in every interaction your salesperson, and the buyer is buying you common not what you're selling
• The difference between passion and purpose and reminding yourself of why you started in the first place

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What makes you feel alive, even if you know it bad for you and maybe shortening your lifespan? Sometimes things that are bad for our physical health are the best things for our spiritual health. There's no rhyme or reason, and I don't believe there's any use in depriving yourself or hiding it from yourself. If you're the sort of person that can work in extremes, excellent. But if you're the sort of person who, like me, likes the occasional indulgence, take the time to really bask in how amazing it feels.

There are so much science to support (and yet so many unknowns) how feeling good  impacts our physical health. While we know bad and unhealthy choices can lead to a shortened lifespan, depriving our soul of things that give us pure joy can do the very same. Only you know the balance and only you know what is worth indulging in for you.

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Taking responsibility sucks! But ultimately, when we take responsibility we are able to get what it is we want because we control the story we tell ourselves about everything going on around us. When we tell ourselves a story that serves us, we become empowered instead of giving power to what is external to us and what sits out of our control.

Discover ways you can start to:

• Take control
• Own your results
• Change the story you're telling yourself 

The more steps you take, the more empowered you become and the more confident you will be on the path to achieving your goals and dreams. Get in in the driver’s seat of your life, today!

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Do affirmations really work? Called a lot of nonsense and fluff, affirmations may be the easiest thing you can start doing right now to change your life for the better. With a few quick steps to ensure they are done for maximum affect, we unpack what happens neurologically and how to use our brain to make affirmations work for us, forever for the purpose of starting to notice things we may not have noticed in the past, to find evidence for things we want to find evidence of (instead of the bad stuff or deficiencies we may have), to start feeling better about ourselves, our work, and what we're doing with our lives. It's easier than you think.

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How do you learn? This information is vital if you're someone who is ambitious, you're wanting growth and chasing goals. Because the faster you learn, the faster you can implement new information to overcome the hurdles on your way to achieving your dreams.

The less familiar we are with information, the harder it is to learn. By bringing all of your senses into your learning environment, will enable you to process it and make sense of it in a way that you can then implement it faster. Without being able to implement the information, it may remain unused, and not retained long term. We talk about strategies to help you discover how you learn best, to achieve faster results.

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What do you live for? Why are you here? Would you be happy if what you're doing right now you were doing in another two, 5, 10, 20, 50 years down the track?

I take you through an exercise I take all of my clients through, to view life from a different perspective and to learn how to consider how you make decisions, through a different lens.

Life is happening right now. And without having the forethought about the impact you want to have, or the contribution you want to make, time will continue. Take the time to listen, and simply consider what it is you want from this one precious life.

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Passion. Meaningful. Fulfilling.

Big words we apply to life, work, love… Big words with big meanings. High stakes. But the feelings we have – the passion, feelings of meaning, feelings of fulfilment do or don’t happen day-to-day. When we experience coaching, we start to consider life on a much longer trajectory and how the day-to-day impacts the years and the decades and life.

You'll begin to address on a far deeper level your identity, how you think about yourself, the person who you are now, and the person you see yourself as, and whether there's a difference. If there is a difference, what is it? Is that a gap you want to fill, or do you not know how you see yourself? Has it been done by design, or has it been done by default?

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After witnessing both the dark and the light side of coaching, and many social-media debates and heated commentary, ethics is an ongoing topic of conversation in any industry, especially in the unregulated industry that coaching is. Remember, ethics are subjective, so know yours. I know what I mean when I say ethical or unethical and you can think of something as ethical or unethical and they could be the exact same thing. There are so many shades of grey, so let's explore how you can protect yourself and step into the light side of coaching to get all the benefits.

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Our ego requires us to feel special. For us to stand out from the crowd and feel like we are unique and different. Our ego serves us in the way of self-confidence, self-satisfaction and pride. It also dis-serves us with self-confidence, pride and self-satisfaction when that behaviour presents as exuberant, smugness or boastful. Our egos are funny things.  Learn how to use yours to be better, more fulfilled and to reach those heights you're yet to reach.

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Sticking to our word and doing things we promised we'd do is the key to confidence and enhancing our self-worth. This increases our confidence, the way we present to the world, our judgement of others and our level of pride and satisfaction with our lives.

We use the be-do-have model to explore what results you currently have and why, and link it back to your self-worth. If you're not getting the the things you want, because you're not doing the things you need to do to get it, it's who you're being that is preventing that from happening. When you commit to doing the hard things despite how the emotions you feel in any given moment, over time you will build great self-discipline and have the things you want to have.

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Awestruck. Wowed. Wonderment. Inspired. When did you last feel any of these? If you're like me, you'll know exactly  how that feels... and how long it's been since you've felt it. Because who wouldn't want to feel this every day? No matter what our age, our responsibilities or our geographic location.

As we navigate the seasons of our lives, things we're drawn to will continue to find us. We'll attract it (yes, like The Secret) and whether we choose to pursue that as a career or monetise it is up to us. But it is something we'll continue to develop skills in, to learn about and expose ourselves to and this is adding value to us on an intrinsic level. This is making us better and this enables us to contribute more and add value to our friends, family, community and society.

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Emotions require transference. They are generated within us from our thinking - either from something that's happened external to us or by the way we're thinking about something or someone. Without taking the time to process or transfer these emotions, they will be stored within us and work to find their own way out of our system. Finding resourceful ways to process emotions will change your energy, your happiness, your gratitude and help you become the person you want to be.

We cover:

• Matching the intensity of the emotion with the way you choose to process it
• Methods to process emotion
• The importance of processing emotions
• The consequences of not processing emotions

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Does your workplace have a culture of wanting to be paid more? Perhaps feeling under-appreciated? Not valued? Feeling special is a hard-wired human trait that if met by teams and organisations can pay in dividends. These dividends look like loyalty, hard-work, high performance and independent up-skilling. Rolling out an incentive scheme needs to be standardised, viable for the business and communicated clearly. 

If you're an employee who wants to be paid more, there is a proactive way of understanding how that can happen and what you need to do. Stand out, add value, and commit to going above and beyond in your role in a way that works for you.

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Are you in the habit of proactively making decisions? At work or in life? Decisions move us forward because we either make progress or get the feedback we need. This feedback gives us what we need to make our next decision and this is how we move forward faster. 

We feel disempowerment when we sit in evaluation mode for too long, or we ignore the decisions we should or could be making until something external to us happens, which then forces us to make a decision we may or may not have chosen for ourselves. 

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Are you getting what you want? This episode covers some tools and techniques to help you have more authority and power in a conversation by asking specific types of questions to stimulate momentum, direction and outcomes that leave you satisfied. 

Whether you're seeking a different result at work, at home, with friends, children or yourself, these tools will help you take charge and give you guide-rails to design your conversation ahead of time to set you up for success by anticipating as much as possible and to keep a level head.

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We are goal-achieving machines... apparently?! We have this amazing tool we can use, our brain, to help us achieve whatever we want it to achieve, as long as tell it what to focus on. Our Reticular Activation System (or RAS) is the key to unlocking your potential and enabling you to focus on getting things done.

Stop procrastinating and start doing by bringing your awareness to what it is you're focusing on, getting distracted by and finding evidence to support. I'll also give you my short-cut to improvement in just 7 days 😊

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Behavioural profiling: a must in corporate teams to heighten awareness and enhance communication. Behavioural profiling can be used for good or evil. Some have chosen to weaponise it and use it to excuse their behaviour. Others have utilised it to help give context and understanding of themselves and others, and then taken it that step further to get better results.

When trained and used effectively, behavioural profiling teaches us about our energy investment, how to guess the behaviours of others and how we can tailor our communication to remove barriers, and to be clear and concise. This episode discusses the what, the why and the how of behavioural profiling, giving you a practical and easy way to implement it for yourself.

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Brain Farts?! Mental Lapses?! Two things cause us to have a mental lapse. One is when we're in a heightened state of emotion and we can't get our thoughts together... and two is when something happens that heightens our emotional state, and we can't get our thoughts together. 

There is a very good reason our brains do this and if you're someone who leaves situations frequently thinking "I wish I'd said.." or "I should've..." then this episode will give you the information you need to recognise what's going on in your brain, and the strategies you can implement to manage it in the moment and respond accordingly (i.e. in a way where the event is finished in the moment, and you're not left with residual after-thoughts). 

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Staying true to you is both challenging and rewarding. Holding strong and making decisions from a place of abundance is not often our natural inclination and affects areas of our entires lives - our bosses, our relationships, and other smaller things that may seem to lack in significance but amount to tiny erosions of the ways we honour (or dishonour) ourselves.

We discuss the ways staying true to us is so important and empowering, and how our decision-making strength increases when we start to test and measure our environment by speaking up, testing the way others perceive us and instead, honour what's true for ourselves.

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Your words and actions. Are they aligned? Do they match? Do you do what you say you'll do? Goal achievement requires emotional growth and development, it requires us to be something new, something different, something better. Otherwise we would already have achieved what we want to achieve. We discuss the importance of taking action, lessons from our future-self, and why setting a goal is often more fun than taking the required action to achieve it.

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What does success mean to you? In Episode 20, Rhiannon talks about goal-setting, defining success and going after what you want - firstly by discovering it and secondly, by mapping it out.  For those who are new to or rediscovering goal setting as a personal success strategy, to those thriving and are more experienced goal-setters, by the end of this episode you will have written your goal well, emotionally experience and felt your goal, and committed to action steps to immediately set you on the path to successfully achieving your goal and moving onto bigger things for you and your life.

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Wanting everything immediately can sometimes serve and sometimes hinder. When it comes to setting goals, we explore what impact impatience can have in cutting ourselves short of ultimately achieving what we want and taking unnecessary shortcuts that hold us back. By structuring our year differently and in a way we're all too familiar with if we attended conventional schooling during the early years of our lives, we can give ourselves the space within 12 months to come up for air and recalibrate as we go. 

We do this by: 

• Marking out school holidays through the year (or other times we choose)
• Changing our routine (during those "holidays")
• Set targets for each term to stay focused 
• Consider the perspective we're viewing our goals and targets from
• Have patience

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Rhiannon will guide you through a self-coaching session called the Wheel of Life. This tool is used by life coaches, often early in their coach-client relationship, to help their clients calibrate a holistic overview of their current lives by deep-diving into 8 specific areas.

The Wheel of Life can be tailored specifically to the coaching niche you're looking for, or the language can be changed to suit personalised requirements. The eight areas we're going to review are:

• Business and Career
• Finance
• Health
• Relationships
• Romance
• Personal Growth
• Fun / Recreation
• Physical Environment

When we can see the make-up of our lives by sections, we can work out where we would like to focus more energy for improvement. Grab a beverage of your choice, download the worksheet (rhiannonbush.com/18) and let's get coaching!

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When is talking about our strengths, wins or abilities egotistical versus being confident? Rhiannon discusses the purpose of our ego, the importance of becoming our own advocate, and the science and art of being able to share what we do well while remaining likeable. 

Covering social contracts, societal pressures, Tall Poppy Syndrome, individual triggers and our biological need to be connected and part of a tribe, Rhiannon also covers 5 tips to follow as a sense check to confidently speak about what you do well and want to be known for. 

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Sometimes, we just need to do things we love to do. Not with the aim of being good at it, the best at it, or even better at it. Sometimes, we need to do things just for FUN! What's that?! Yes, fun! 

When we do things we love, that make us feel connected and alive, we are happier, healthier and feel fulfilled. As we navigate our way through life, things we do for fun and just for the love of it tend to diminish in priority. They fall by the wayside and sometimes, it's vital that we bring them back and make them a priority.

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Our thoughts are what create our feelings and if we can find thoughts that trigger good emotions within us, then we can set ourselves on an entirely new path moving forward. We can change each individual moment that we live each day. This is important, because it's those little moments that add up to an hour, a morning, an entire day. Those days add up to a week, a month, a year, a decade... a lifetime. It is the little moments that matter, and it’s our reactions to those little moments that often dictate our next.

Do you anticipate the worst? All the things that could go wrong? Was there ever a time where instead, you marvelled in the unknown? Even found it exciting? What changed? We discuss enhancing our awareness around what we anticipate and how that affects us right now, in this very moment. We also consider how projecting negatives may actually create results what we don't want and how sometimes to find what we do want, we may need to look outside of ourselves to see what is possible.

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