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Building ConfidenceUnderstanding People Pleasing and How to Stop - With Ludovica ColellaThis week I am talking to the highly experienced CBT therapist and confidence coach, Ludovica Colella.Specialising in helping people stop their people-pleasing habits, Ludovica has a 10-year career dedicated to coaching and mental health. She also holds a master's degree in psychoanalysis, a postgraduate diploma in CBT therapy and a certification in life and business coaching.Ludovica talks to me about why people-pleasing is bad for us, how it starts, and what we can do about it. We also discuss the two coaching programs Ludovica offers to her clients.Ludovica can be contacted...
2024-08-0733 min
Building ConfidenceThe Things That Knock You Down Make You Strong - With PrinitanMany of my guests have rebelled against their upbringing, but not Prinitan. Prinitan accepted life as it came.Born in India, Prinitan was brought up to believe that girls should not speak too much as they were here to serve. You kept your opinions to yourself.She tells us that she didn't have confidence as she didn't know what that was.When Prinitan suffered the loss of two people who were very close to her, she found solace in spiritual self-help books. She couldn't discuss her feelings with her family, so these books were...
2024-07-3137 min
Building ConfidenceI Finally Know Who I Am - With Howaida AbdallaGrowing up in Sudan, Howaida's life was mapped out for her. She would marry, have children, and spend her days serving her family—that is the role that Sudanese women play in society. Howaida didn't want that life.Why was she not born a boy? Howaida became very depressed. She could see no way out. Then her father moved her to the UK, and life changed.Howaida now has her own coaching practice 'Growth Hub Coaching' and podcast 'Womens Empowerment Edition (Impact for Change) Howaida shares her story with us this week.
2024-07-2443 min
Building ConfidenceThe Chance to Help People is Precious - With Alan ChengAlan Cheng never thought he would have a career in teaching due to his lack of confidence. After finishing University, Alan decided to take a gap year and figure out his purpose in life. He travelled to China from the UK and took a job teaching English to Chinese students.Although he had not intended to pursue a career in teaching, he fell in love with it and continued teaching when he returned to the UK.Alan feels that teachers in the UK are not supported enough, and consequently, there is a large drop-off in first-year...
2024-07-1730 min
Building ConfidenceBecome The Hero of Your Story - With Helen NicolaImagine you are in the last stages of your life, reminiscing on your life and all you have achieved. Unfortunately, you come up short. There are so many things left on your list that you wanted to do, but somehow, they were left undone.This scenario happens all over the world. We reach the end of life with regrets over things we never did.Helen saw this when she sat with her late mother in the hospital. When Helen left the hospital that day, she decided to change her life. She decided to become the...
2024-07-1023 min
Building ConfidenceUsing Body Language for Building Confidence With Ezra SinclairAccording to today's guest, Ezra Sinclair, even when you don't feel confident, you can appear confident just by changing how you sit or stand.Ezra Sinclair is a life coach for people looking to grow in their business or career.Trained by Rob Dial and certified by Jay Shetty, Ezra has knowledge and insights on body language and mindset management.Our conversation looks at the importance of noticing how you are standing or sitting, as this helps to develop a confident mindset.During our conversation, Ezra shares practical advice on mindset. He believes...
2024-07-0339 min
Building ConfidenceBuilding a Life of Meaning After Grief - With Karen OmandKaren Omand was our guest in March this year, in the episode 'Failed Dreams and Hopes'. We talked about staying confident whilst going through a divorce.Not only is Karen one half of the 'Divorce Workshop' with Kirk Mosna, but she also brings a wealth of expertise as a grief recovery expert and thanatologist.Karen joins me again today to share valuable insights into the role of a thanatologist and how to deal with the suffering caused by loss through bereavement.For grief related support, Karen can be best contacted by email: g...
2024-06-2631 min
Building ConfidenceConfidence Mastery and Brain Agility - Solo EpisodeScience used to believe that once we reached adulthood, our character was set for life.With the advances in brain scanning, scientists now know that the brain is malleable.This means that we can change aspects of our character and build new neural pathways.In this solo episode, I am looking at neuroscientist, Tara Swarks 6 ways of thinking and how they correlate to mastering our confidence.Tara Swark is a neuroscientist, psychologist, life coach and author of 'The Source: Open Your Mind, Change Your Life.'Sue Reid...
2024-06-1920 min
Building ConfidenceHow Gratitude Helps With Stress - Solo EpisodeWe have a shorter solo episode this week based on an article I wrote for Medium.com: https://medium.com/publishous/i-wish-i-had-understood-stress-and-gratitude-when-i-worked-full-time-2567bf1b72c2?sk=b044d056a47c45104e6315be708ecc8aDo you struggle with stress?Research has shown that stress in pregnancy can be passed on to a baby and can affect children's emotional health in adult life.Emily Fletcher, a renowned figure in the field of meditation and the founder of Diva Meditation, has described gratitude as a natural antidepressant.After focusing on gratitude for the last...
2024-06-1215 min
Building ConfidenceCan We Divorce Nicely? - With Kirk MosnaKirk Mosna is one-half of 'The Divorce Workshop', and the other half is Karen Omand, who was my guest in March for the episode 'Failed Dreams and Hopes'.Driven by his love for problem-solving, Kirk was determined to make his divorce a swift, simple, and painless process for all parties involved. However, despite his best intentions, he was blindsided by his ex's attempt to alienate his two sons. This got me thinking: why do we talk about 'failed' marriages and 'broken homes'? Should we feel guilty, hurt and let down, or just accept that w...
2024-06-0546 min
Building ConfidenceI Only Knew Abuse and Failure For So Long - With Jorge Ernesto Lozano#Trigger Warning#There is mention of sexual abuse and drug use in this episode. It took a long time for Jorge to find his way back to the light, but he has made it.Now, he wants to use his story to help others heal their trauma.Abused by a female family member at a very young age, Jorge's start in life was awful.He ran away from home to fulfil his dream of becoming a dancer. Unfortunately, he was too young and broken to cope. He turned to drugs, nightlife and...
2024-05-2931 min
Building ConfidenceHow Information Affects Our Mindset - With Shadab MughalDo the things we hear, see, read and think affect how we see the world?Shadab Mughal believes they do.Our mindset is shaped by the information we take in, positive and negative.We are bombarded with information every day, but our minds are selective. Only the information we deem relevant is allowed into our conscious awareness, shaping our mindset.How does your brain know what is relevant?It goes by the things you are focusing on.Remember, it's crucial to direct your attention towards the information that will shape your reality...
2024-05-2238 min
Building ConfidenceChanging Bodies, Minds, and Lives - With Connor SleemanConnor Sleeman is an online transformation coach and the founder of Aesthetic Lifestyle.Connor has built his company around transforming the lives of individuals wanting to improve their overall health and fitness. He focuses on 3 pillars:Creating an unbelievable bodyHaving a bulletproof mindsetEnjoying fantastic health.According to Connor, the conventional approach to self-care is often misguided. He challenges the notion that achieving desired results, such as weight loss, is the ultimate goal. Instead, he prompts us to consider how we can sustain these results in the long run.Connor...
2024-05-1530 min
Building ConfidenceShutting off Distractions for Two Years Improved My Life - With David LitwinDavid Litwin is a designer, inventor, artist, writer and speaker. He has spent the past two decades exploring his faith and life in profound and revolutionary ways. He is a sought-after speaker for understanding media, culture, scriptural insights and worldview analysis. David's recent years have been marked by significant achievements. He has authored two books, established himself as a top writer for Medium.com, developed two Udemy courses, introduced a fitness product and exercise program, and pioneered one of the world's first AI modelling agencies. These accomplishments underscore his ongoing commitment to innovation and creativity....
2024-05-0850 min
Building ConfidenceThe Pressure to be Thin With Lorena GarfiLorena Garfi was a fashion model working for names like Armani and Estrada and living in Paris. A dream job for a young girl. Was she happy? Far from it.This is a poignant tale of a 15-year-old girl who, after winning a beach beauty contest, believed that her life would be filled with happiness. She left her small town in Argentina, filled with dreams, and moved to the glamorous city of Paris. Little did she know, the reality would be far from her expectations. Life was hard. The pressure to stay beautiful and thin m...
2024-05-0139 min
Building ConfidenceThe Science Behind Manifestation With Dr Sri DesikanWhat is manifestation really, and does it work?Neuroscientist Sri Desikan believes it does. She used it for herself when she found herself unemployed for the third time is as many years.As a lover of neuroscience, Sri has to be one of my favourite guests. We first met her in February 2023 in the episode 'The Courage to Face the Unknown'.This week we talk about how you can start manifesting for yourself.Remember "What you seek, is also seeking you" (Rumi)Sri can be found on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.c...
2024-04-2442 min
Building ConfidenceBuilding an Empowering Environment in the Workplace with Claudia ContiClaudia Conti was my guest in March 2023 in the episode 'Finding my purpose and next steps'. Claudia told us how she left her marketing career after suffering burnout. At the time of recording, she was training to be a certified life coach. In the last 12 months, Claudia has also trained as an NLP coach and opened her coaching practice.Today, Claudia returns to discuss the guidance she is currently providing to coach professional and entrepreneurial women to live their best lives both at home and in the workplace.We share the belief that more women...
2024-04-1733 min
Building ConfidenceThe Many Layers of Self-Love With Dr. Victor MosconiThis week, I am again joined by the ever-popular Dr Mos. Dr Victor Mosconi, otherwise known as the Imposter Doctor. Victor is also the founder of Transformation Haven Coaching.In this episode, we are discussing self-love. In my coaching practice, I have found that very few people actually think they love themselves. Yet, it should be a natural way of thinking about oneself. So what is our problem?Dr Mosconi can be found via:Website - https://drvictormos.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/impostor.doctor/The book I...
2024-04-1031 min
Building ConfidenceBeing Grateful for the Difficult Challenges With Timothy BeiThe most listened-to episode of Building Confidence to date is my conversation with Timothy Bei in January 2023; 'Developing a System for Personal Growth'Today, Timothy is back to catch up and discuss the importance of developing your communication skills, particularly for shy people.We also talk about how we learn from doing the hard stuff. Timothy has developed a new habit of asking himself what went wrong this week and what that taught him.This habit has taught him that he can take on difficult or challenging things, and by doing so increase his...
2024-04-0335 min
Building ConfidenceFailed Dreams and Hopes With Karen OmandKaren's parents divorced when she was young. Then, as an adult, she went into an abusive marriage, finally divorcing after 20 years. Early in Karen's marriage, both of her parents died suddenly.At the end of her marriage, Karen felt drained. She felt worthless with low self-esteem and little self-confidence. The only light in her life was her two daughters.Karen is now a divorce coach, a recovery expert and a thanatologist. Her book 'The Divorce Workbook' is due out shortly.In this episode, Karen tells her story, and we talk about the grief w...
2024-03-2737 min
Building ConfidenceThe Crucial Role Of Coaching in Education With Dr. Katja MakowkaHigh school teacher Dr Katja Makowka is bringing coaching to school.In 2020 when the majority of schools were locked down because of the pandemic, Katja realised how stressed and overwhelmed her students were. It was an unpredictable time for all, students, parents and teachers. Everyone was doing the best they could to get through it.Katja then qualified as a life coach and certified mental health and stress coach. She has been coaching students, parents, and her teacher peers in techniques for handling stressful situations and unlocking their potential. She hopes to extend...
2024-03-2038 min
Building ConfidenceKnow Your Worth. You Have Valuable Skills - With Inderjeet KaurInderjeet Kaur had been working at the same company for 15 years. She was great at her job and never expected to leave. But the company let her and many of her fellow workers go without a second thought.It was a shock and many of her colleagues were upset, not knowing what to do next. The only thought that Inderjeet had was, 'I'm free to do what I want now'.She realised that if one company could treat people as a commodity, then what's the point of starting at another? So, Inderjeet started working for herself.
2024-03-1330 min
Building ConfidenceFollowing the Divine Plan - With Shadab MughalShadab Mughal has a very successful career in finance; but like so many of my guests, Shadab knew something was missing from her life. Since childhood, Shadab has had an almost insatiable quest for knowledge about life, nature, how our minds work and how we are connected to the Universe.In 2015, Shadab followed this quest to explore the complexities of her own mind. A journey of self-discovery. Shadab believes that our purpose in life is part of a divine plan. When we are not following the path laid out for us, we feel unfulfilled. We...
2024-03-0636 min
Building ConfidenceThe Decisions We Make Determine Our Life - With Certified NLP Trainer, John James SantangeloI am so pleased this week to be joined by communication skills expert, certified NLP trainer and professional results coach, John James Santangelo. John is also the author of three powerful books, Discovering NLP, Setting Goals and Discovering Trance.John shares tips and strategies from the world of NLP on how we can gain more control over our lives and make better decisions by taking responsibility, or as he puts it 'Responding with ability'.I had so much fun making this episode. John is a born entertainer too!John can be found at h...
2024-02-2847 min
Building ConfidenceThe Mindful Magnetic Woman - With Brigitta BekesiI believe that one of the critical factors of unshakeable self-confidence is the knowledge that true beauty starts from inside us.My guest this week, Hungarian-born transformation coach and author Brigitta Bekesi, agrees with me; she has built her business around it. Founder of Beautyrobic and author of Mindful Magnetic Woman, Brigitta has helped thousands of women spark their inner and outer glow to achieve confidence, success, happiness and harmony.Brigitta talks about the 5 levels of real attractiveness, which she refers to as L.O.R.A . These levels provide a step-by-step guide to release your...
2024-02-2149 min
Building ConfidenceThe Courage to Face the Unknown - With Dr Srinidhi DesikanAfter losing 3 jobs in 3 years, Srinidhi wondered what was wrong with her. She started to spiral downwards as anxiety kicked in. Not wanting to burden her family with her worries, Srinidhi hired a life coach. Within two sessions, Srinidhi had come to the realisation that every decision she had made in the past had turned out to be right for her. Perhaps losing her job was right for her, too?This realisation gave Srinidhi the courage to step into the unknown. To do things she had not attempted before. To step outside her comfort zone....
2024-02-1441 min
Building ConfidenceStopping People Pleasing - Solo EpisodeYay! This is my first solo episode. I aim to add a solo episode every month so let me know what you think.Sometimes, we think we are being kind by being helpers to everyone. The person we are not helping, though, is ourselves.Why is that?Why do we sometimes put ourselves last?People-pleasers have a fear of being rejected and this motivates them to say yes to requests even when they want to say no.Over time, they become resentful of being put upon and this resentment can build up.I...
2024-02-0718 min
Building ConfidenceThe Power of Affirmations - With Dr Victor MosconiThis week, the very popular Dr Mos returns to the podcast. Dr Victor Mosconi is the founder of Transformation Haven Coaching. He has a PhD in psychology and he specialises in imposter syndrome.In this episode, we are talking about affirmations; those positive statements that are supposed to change your life if repeated to yourself regularly. But do they work?Well, we think so, and I have seen success using them in my own life.They work because our reality is based on what we believe to be true. Beliefs are formed when our b...
2024-01-3127 min
Building ConfidenceOur Journey to the Root - With Laura-Mai EdwardsLaura-Mai Edwards is the founder of Root Beginnings. A nurturing space that allows us to reconnect with our instincts through holistic mind-body coaching, yoga and breath techniques, workshops and retreats.Laura-Mai was in what she thought was her dream job, but something inside told her she was in the wrong place. She felt unhappy and disconnected. So she left and started Root Beginnings.The vision is to create a global community of deeply connected individuals inspired by their authentic selves.Laura-Mai Edwards can be contacted via:Website - rootbeginnings.co.ukL...
2024-01-2428 min
Building ConfidenceMy Son Was My Catalyst to Change - With Gary SmithJust after the birth of his son four years ago, Gary Smith had a row with his wife. Angry, Gary slammed the door and walked out of the house.That was the sort of thing Gary had witnessed many times in his childhood. He realised that he didn't want his son to grow up fearing him like Gary had feared his father. Gary made a decision then and there to change.Gary joins me to talk about his healing journey and the coaching practice he is now setting up for new fathers in the same...
2024-01-1719 min
Building ConfidenceLearning My Way Out of the Hood - With Allan HowardAllan Howard spent his early life in Chicago in the 1980s. His neighbourhood was one of deprivation and gang culture. Allan's mother was determined to provide a different life path for her only son.Allan joined me back in June 2023, for the episode 'The Strength of a Mother'. He told the story of how this single mother worked so very hard to enable them to move to a better area and for Allan to attend a decent school. She wanted him to have chances that other kids in the area never got.Allan returns in t...
2024-01-1044 min
Building ConfidenceConnecting With Your Teenage Daughter - With Alia SalahAlia Salah is a Jay Shetty certified life coach who specialises in communication. Alia guides women to make better choices in the way that they communicate.We know that words have power, and being an effective communicator is a great way to build confidence.With a now grown up daughter, Alia has an interest in how mothers and teenage daughters connect and communicate. Teenage years are not easy and this is the time when we ought to be able to have an honest conversation with our daughters. This is not always the case, even with the best...
2024-01-0331 min
Building ConfidenceWho Are You Under Your Labels? With Vera IlnyckyjVera Ilnyckyj was in the middle of healing after her divorce when she suffered another blow; she lost her job too.At the time, Vera felt like a failure. She felt lost, with the tags that defined her identity stripped away. As she continued to heal, Vera began to see her situation, not as a loss of identity but as an opportunity to create a new one. She set about remembering her values and rediscovering the things she loved to do in life. She discovered herself as a person.Vera then founded Practical Wisdom Coaching to...
2023-12-2741 min
Building ConfidenceEmbracing the Power of Self-Love - With Shruti GoelSelf-love isn't about vanity or selfishness; it's about understanding and appreciating who you are at your core. It's a journey of transformation and resilience, and in this episode, we're thrilled to see the return of Shruti Goel, a Jay Shetty certified life coach. A champion of self-love, Shruti shares her journey and provides practical tips on how you can cultivate this transformative power in your life. We bring to light the concept of mother hunger and its impact on self-confidence.We explore the beauty of self-validation, the comfort it can bring to our inner s...
2023-12-2041 min
Building ConfidenceHealing Piece By Piece - With Naiada MeciHave you ever felt trapped in a box with no way out? This is how my guest this week, Naiada Meci, saw her life. In a riveting conversation, we explore Naiada's journey - from a restrictive childhood in Albania to a near-death event in the US - that led to her spiritual awakening and healing process. She shares her insights on building her confidence through healing, encouraging all of us to let go of past pain so we can live a happier, more fulfilling life.Naiada's story takes an intriguing turn as she discusses her transformation thr...
2023-12-1342 min
Building ConfidenceRaising Confident Kids : Time, Love and Attention With Steffen EidemGet ready to unlock the secrets of raising self-assured, confident kids as we sit down once again with Jay Shetty Certified Life Coach, Steffen Eidem. Discover the journey of instilling confidence in children through our engaging conversation which is deeply rooted in Steffen's personal experiences with his daughter. Understand how a confident child is not just one who steps into new territories with ease but also one who can express themselves fearlessly and stand up for their beliefs. As we dive deeper into this journey, we explore the crucial role language and actions play in bu...
2023-12-0630 min
Building ConfidenceHair Loss and the Ripple Effects on Confidence - With Kate HolohanKate Holohan is the founder of Hair Therapy. She's not just a hairdresser; she's a trichologist - a specialist in hair and scalp problems. What does trichology have to do with confidence?We take a deep, thoughtful look into the issue of hair loss, scalp problems and the ripple effects on confidence. It's far more than vanity; it's about self-assurance and inner peace. Navigating through our health and wellness journey, we connect the dots between hair loss and overall health, stressing the importance of holistic healthcare and proactive self-care. Misleading marketing and...
2023-11-2944 min
Building ConfidenceRebuilding and Redefining Life After Loss - With Yemi MajekodunmiImagine the strength it takes to rebuild your life in the face of unimaginable loss. Our remarkable guest, Yemi Majekodunmi, did just that and now spends her days empowering others to do the same. A seasoned mental health social care manager and now an inspiring life and grief coach, Yemi shares her heartbreak, resilience, and reinvention journey. She candidly reveals her process of redefining her existence and constructing a new vision after the devastating loss of her spouse. We delve into the intriguing concept of confidence, examining how it can be shaken by personal loss, but ultimately r...
2023-11-2226 min
Building ConfidenceWho is Sue Reid? - With Claudia ContiDuring a recent conversation, my dear friend and today's guest, Claudia Conti, suggested that regular listeners to the podcast might be interested in learning more about their host, aka me!Claudia Conti is a Jay Shetty Certified Confidence and Empowerment Coach. Claudia was a guest on 15 March 2023. The episode was called 'Finding My Purpose and Next Steps' and it's well worth a listen.This time though we are talking about me and Claudia is making her debut as a podcast host. So, who is Sue Reid? Where did she come from? What is he...
2023-11-1546 min
Building ConfidenceIs Social Media Affecting How You View Yourself? - With Dr Victor MosconiIn this week's episode, we welcome back our Impostor Syndrome expert, Dr Victor Mosconi. Dr Mos joins me to talk about how social media often affects the way we view our bodies.Is comparing ourselves to images we see on social media affecting our self-esteem?It is only natural to look at other people and wish we could look like them or have their lives. However, we must not forget that people are only ever going to post their best photos. For example, when we look at celebrities, we are seeing them at their very...
2023-11-0832 min
Building ConfidenceI Refused To Let My Illness Spoil My Dream - With Michelle LangoneRecording artist, singer-songwriter and poet, Michelle Langone has recently finished recording her first album, due to be released in 2024.Singing has been Michelles love since she first realised she had a gift in her voice whilst at school. However, Michelles journey has been dogged by a sometimes crippling illness which threatened to shatter her dream of a singing career before it even got started.Michelle joins me in conversation this week to talk about her journey back to health and how she discovered her true passion and path in a chance meeting with a rapper at...
2023-11-0147 min
Building ConfidenceShine Your Light Unapologetically - With Diana Elena MateiDiana Elena Matei believes that transformation happens through the power of intuition. This is where the magic lies.Diana is an intuitive coach, reiki master, crystal healer, oracle reader, EFT practitioner and angelic healing practitioner. As well as those, Diana has her own podcast 'Shine Your Light Unapologetically' and she hosts and co-hosts live talks on facebook and Instagram.Diana herself had to go through 3 burnouts before healing herself and filling her life with love. When you listen to Diana, you can feel the love she sends out. It is pure, calm and healing.
2023-10-2538 min
Building ConfidenceI Failed to Spot the Signs of Burnout - With Sushma D'SilvaThe last few years have been a struggle for my guest this week, Sushma D'Silva. Her health has been challenged, she has suffered bereavement, and relationship breakdowns and had to resign from her career after 22 years due to stress and burnout.Life really got to Sushma but her resilience and positive mindset helped her heal.Now, Sushma is a Jay Shetty Certified Life Coach, specialising in resilience and purpose.Along with her degree in psychology, Sushma now feels well able to help others manage their stress, build resilience and find their purpose in life.
2023-10-1832 min
Building ConfidenceFinding Your Purpose and Power - With Carmen AlonsoEmpowerment and Purpose Life Coach, Carmen Alonso, provides a 90 day life coaching program to help women find their purpose in life.For women who are feeling stuck in a life that is not providing the happiness they imagined, Carmen helps define and clarify exactly what is missing and of course, what to do about it.Carmen believes that following your true purpose in life does not always mean changing your career. There will be things in life that you would love to do but feel you do not have time, so they get put to on...
2023-10-1136 min
Building ConfidenceThe Importance of Self-Love - With Artee VedulaNot every woman has the choice to be a stay at home mother. My guest this week, Artee Vedula was determined that she would be after watching her own mother struggle with work and family life.Artee has a huge love of people and she feels that this has helped her become the confident woman she is. Apart from her love of people though, Artee has developed a strong sense of self-love. Artee says that learning to love yourself will change your life forever.Now that her two daughters are grown up, Artee has discovered a...
2023-10-0429 min
Building ConfidenceThe Challenge of Being a Female Manager in a Male Dominated World - With Pritti RanaAfter the success of her first appearance on this podcast in November last year, this week sees the return of Pritti Rana.In our last conversation we discussed the question, 'Why do we feel that we are not good enough?' In this conversation, we talk about Pritti's role as a manager in a cyber security company, and the challenges she finds as one of only a few female managers in the organisation. Feeling like she is not taken seriously, being asked why she is not smiling and being told she is too fiery are just s...
2023-09-2737 min
Building ConfidenceWhat Did Two Toxic Relationships Teach Me About Myself? - With Aki ShigiharaThis amazing lady, Aki Shigihara, moved to Australia on her own aged 20 knowing very little english. Aki was born and raised in Japan. After moving to Australia, she took a nursing degree, which of course was in a foreign language to her. Not letting anything hold her back, Aki became a nurse in charge of one of the biggest hospitals in Melbourne. By the age of 30 she had travelled to 36 different countries including trekking in Nepal for 21 days on her own.So how did someone as confident as Aki manage to find herself in two toxic...
2023-09-2038 min
Building ConfidenceAwaken and Empower Your Inner Warrior with Annette SpychallaAlthough always an intuitive, spiritual seeker and guide for others, Annette Spychalla lost her connection to her inner self during a toxic marriage. Annette realised she needed to tap into the warrior inside and from there, Valkyrie Intuitive was birthed. Annette used the visualisation of a truly badass courageous woman warrior to heal herself and she now uses that same powerful image to work with her clients.Annette is an Association of Coaching Accredited Life Coach and Reiki Master for women. She uses a combination of science and intuition to guide you on your own path...
2023-09-1334 min
Building ConfidenceI Changed My Purpose and Released My Money Blocks - With Aishwarya Panchal33 year old Aishwarya Panchal, moves through her life journey removing limiting beliefs and blocks, as she goes.Aishwarya does not let anything hold her back.She moved from India to the US in 2007 and when her parents decided to move back to India, Aishwarya stayed, alone aged just 19 years old. She became an analyst working in New York.Despite being great at her job, Aishwarya felt unfulfilled. Not unhappy, just that there was something more she could do with her life. This feeling amplified after becoming a mother and so Aishwarya quit her job.In...
2023-09-0629 min
Building ConfidenceWhen You Feel Good Your Self-Confidence Is Boosted - With Neidi de CarvalhoNeidi de Carvalho has been physically active since her father persuaded her to be his running partner as a child. A marathon runner and karate black belt, life coach and psychologist, Neidi sees how an active lifestyle can help you better manage stress, as well as help you to relax better at the end of the day.We talk about how to start a new habit slowly so that it sticks. Our bodies find it easy to make changes for the better, it's our minds that often sabotage us. Neidi says that when we are used to pu...
2023-08-3032 min
Building ConfidenceFinding Myself, Healing Myself, One Day at a Time with Lorcan Moley## Apologies for some issues with the audio. Lorcan's story is still a great one despite the slight background noise issue.My guest this week, Lorcan Moley, has battled mental health challenges for most of his life. Although Lorcan gained a degree in finance at University, he never embraced University life like other students. Falling off a roof during fresher week pranks caused a back injury which has plagued him ever since. Although he managed to get through University, Lorcan admits he 'came out a mess'.Now he had both physical and mental hea...
2023-08-2327 min
Building ConfidenceA Sweet Path to Healing: Seamus Black's Fusion of Plant Medicine and Gourmet ChocolateImagine a world where gourmet chocolate and sacred plant medicine fuse to ignite a journey of profound healing and wisdom. Can you see it? This weeks guest, Seamus Black, a retired chef and chocolatier, has not only envisioned this, but he's brought it to life. Seamus intertwines insights from his experiences living within the Native American community, their approach to plant medicine, and his chocolate creations. His personal journey as a transgender male adds another layer of depth to his narrative. Seamus takes us through the intimate connections with plants from an indigenous perspective and how...
2023-08-1650 min
Building ConfidenceFrom Waitress to Global Training Manager and Coach with Natasha Abou MoghliDo you ever look in the mirror and question your confidence? This weeks guest, Natasha Abou Moghli, defines confidence in her own unique way and believes it's something you can witness when you look at your reflection. A life coach with deep roots in the hospitality industry, from waiting tables to global training manager, Natasha's journey is a testament to resilience and self-growth. She brings a fresh perspective on confidence, encouraging a sense of self-worth and the importance of being at peace with oneself. Her experiences growing up in a culture where women's voices were undervalued hav...
2023-08-0929 min
Building ConfidenceSurviving Trauma Part 2: Courage and Determination with Pauline Grouette# TRIGGER WARNING# This episode contains details of domestic and sexual abuse which may be distressing for some. Have you ever felt trapped in a toxic relationship? It's an arduous journey that international awareness coach Pauline Grouette knows all too well. Pauline returns to share more of her inspiring story. In this episode, she talks about how she found her way out of an abusive marriage, and how she turned pain into her power.Pauline's journey is a testament to the transformational power of self-love. She takes us through her experience of childhood sexual abuse, nav...
2023-08-0252 min
Building ConfidenceFrom Basketball to CEO: The Importance of Working On Your Game with Dre BaldwinProfessional basketball star turned CEO, four TEDx talks, 33 books, and over a hundred million views on his content. Sounds incredible, right? That's exactly who our guest today is - Dre Baldwin, the man behind 'Work On Your Game. ' Dre's journey from the basketball court to the boardroom is nothing short of inspirational. Not only did he make a successful transition from sports to entrepreneurship, but he also created his unique framework - the Super You - to boost confidence. A conversation brimming with nuggets of wisdom, this episode promises to leave you motivated.W...
2023-07-2631 min
Building ConfidenceFrom Mother Hunger to Self Love: A Transformational Talk with Shruti GoelDid you ever stop to consider the lasting impact of your childhood relationship with your mother and how it might be influencing your adult relationships and self-perception today? Intriguing isn't it? My guest, the insightful Shruti Goel, a Jay Shetty certified life and success coach, joins me as we explore the profound concept of mother hunger - the longing for nurturance, protection, and guidance often missing in our early relationships. We discuss how this hunger manifests in our adult lives, causing us to gravitate towards partners who continue the cycle of pain and suffering. We de...
2023-07-1930 min
Building ConfidenceFinding Inner Strength and Self-Confidence As a Parent - With Steffen EidemEver wished you had the secret sauce to balance work, parenthood and still keep your sanity intact? Steffen Eidem is a Jay Shetty Certified Life Coach, and single dad who has turned his personal journey of parenting into a passion for helping millennial parents navigate parenthood with confidence. After moving to England from Norway for love, having a heartfelt dedication to his daughter, and with his goal of becoming a full-time life coach for more flexibility and precious time , Steffen joins me today to talk about why he wants so much to help other parents.
2023-07-1231 min
Building ConfidenceHealing and Growth: Exploring Therapy - With Lorraine BrownThis week we explore the fascinating world of confidence-building through therapy. I am pleased to introduce my very clever sister Lorraine Brown, a seasoned integrative counsellor, cognitive behavioural therapist, and mindfulness teacher. We journey through Lorraine's personal battle with low self-esteem and depression, shedding light on her road to recovery that ignited when she bravely reached out to a counsellor. We also gain insights into the differences and striking similarities between a life coach and a counsellor.Dive deeper into the therapeutic world as we discuss acceptance and commitment therapy and person-centred counselling. These approaches o...
2023-07-0536 min
Building ConfidenceThe Strength of a Mother - With Allan Howard IIAllan's father walked out when Allan was just three years old, leaving him and his mother, Catherine.Catherine was one of nine siblings, brought up in the Southern States in the 1950's. She was the only one of the children who finished high school.Allan and Catherine lived in Chicago where drugs and gangs were the norm.Working a number of jobs over endless hours, taking qualifications whilst trying to bring up her son alone was hard for Catherine. Nothing stopped her though and she was able to put her son through school and w...
2023-06-2840 min
Building ConfidenceTalking Values and Boundaries - With Dr Victor MosconiThis week I welcome back Dr. Victor Mosconi, who was my first podcast guest back in October 2022, when we talked about Imposter Syndrome.Victor holds a PhD in Psychology, with a Master’s in Psychology of Leadership Development and Coaching, and is the founder of Imposter Solution Coach. Through his life-long experience with imposter syndrome, his psychology background, and coaching skills, Victor specializes in supporting up-and-coming women and LGTBQIA+ leaders and entrepreneurs in overcoming their self-doubt and imposter thoughts to develop a mindset of self-appreciation and strong self-belief. In this episode we discuss the...
2023-06-2134 min
Building ConfidenceDaring to Fail - With Hollywood Actress Laura CayouetteLights, Camera, Action! Working in Hollywood must be so glamorous right? Hell no, says my guest this week! Laura Cayouette is best known for playing the role of Lara Lee, Leonardo DiCaprio's sister in the movie, 'Django Unchained'. She has also acted in over 60 movies and TV shows including 'Kill Bill', 'Now You See Me', 'True Detective' and 'Friends.' Laura is an award-winning filmmaker in her own right, who has produced a feature film with Quentin Tarantino and is the author of 8 books. In this episode, I talk to Laura about women in H...
2023-06-1442 min