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Podcast | ProgRock.com PodCastsFusion Plus w/ Dave – Episode #148 – 07 Nov 2025 Artist Track Album Year Time Frank Gambale & Allan Holdsworth Not Ethiopia MVP – Truth In Shredding 1990 9:31 Frank Gambale & Allan Holdsworth Bathsheba MVP – Truth In Shredding 1990 8:14 Pymlico Neptune Guiding Light 2014 13:27 Pymlico Erised Meeting Point 2016 8:45 Angelo Abate Reflections DNA 2024 5:34 Angelo Abate Cool Vibes DNA 2024 7:02 Chizuru Segawa Wind Inside, Outside 2017 4:41 Chizuru Segawa Jigsaw Puzzle One Step Closer 2024 4:47 Senri Kawaguchi w/Kay-Ta, Ami Nakazono, Jun Abe, Shingo Tanaka, Ken Hatae, Junko Makiyama Onyx Live at Blues Alley Japan 8/30/22 2022 5:15 Ami Nakazono All the Way Live at Blues Alley Japan 4/17/24 2024 9:40 Miku Yonezawa Tenor Hunter Live 4/5/23 2023 7:09 Mitsuru Sutoh w/Miku Yonezawa Super G Live 2023 2023 7:00 Cosmics History Begi...
2025-11-083h 12Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.What Helps Me, What Hurts Me – And Why We Keep Doing the Stuff That Fcks Us Over* (aka Why We Sabotage Ourselves and How Hypnotherapy in Leeds Can Help)In this episode, we’re diving into the strange (but very human) habit of self-sabotage — why we do things that hurt us, even when we say we want peace, confidence, rest, or connection.I’ll talk you through some real-life patterns and stories that might sound a little too familiar… and explore how our behaviour can be completely understandable, but still unhelpful.We’ll look at how past fears and beliefs shape our present actions, and I’ll share a powerful coaching exercise called Spot the Loop that can help you uncover the cycle you’re stuck in —...
2025-04-2111 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Therapy - Not all therapy is good, and that is not okay!Episode Title: The Good, The Bad, and The Downright Ugly of TherapyEpisode Description:Have you ever had therapy? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone—me too, and not just once. I’ve had therapy at various points in my life, and let me tell you, it’s been a real mixed bag. In this episode, I’m spilling the beans on the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of my therapy experiences. Yep, it’s time for some real talk.Kay Holdsworth – Counsellor and PsychotherapistMy main specialis...
2025-04-1118 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.The Brain on Stress: What Happens & How to Take Back ControlVisit my Website - Home | Kay Holdsworth : Create YourselfIn this episode I dive deep into the fascinating science of the brain and how it responds to stress, anxiety, and depression. Have you ever wondered why you feel the way you do when life gets overwhelming? In this episode, I break it all down, exploring what happens in your brain when stress takes over and how it affects your mood and behaviour.I’ll also share practical, science-backed strategies to help improve your mental well-being and regain control of your emotional state.
2025-04-0320 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.3 Simple Steps to Reprogram Your Mind for Positive ChangeI think I have found a new love… hypnotherapy! I was lucky enough to be offered the SFTA training course free through my work as a university student counsellor. I am blown away with the progress my hypnotherapy clients have made (bar one, but she has a family crisis she is dealing with). They all began the sessions rating themselves a 4 or 5 out of 10 on a happiness scale, and now they’re all rating themselves a solid 8, except for the one I mentioned. I think that’s impressive, and I’m so pleased!We were taught Parts Therapy...
2025-03-2817 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Mood Follows Action: Simple Ways to Shift Your EnergyWe all know that feeling when we’re tired, sluggish, and lacking energy.Everybody has low days, but I’ve realised something important: we have far more control over our energy levels and mood than we often tell ourselves.This year, I’ve had just one low day, and that’s not to brag (trust me, I’ve had my fair share of low days in the past). I bring it up because it’s a reflection of how mood follows action and how my actions are significantly shifting my mood and energy levels.Too often, w...
2025-03-1719 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.What If You’re Already Where You Need to Be?This week, I’ve been reflecting on what it really means to live a life that is a true expression of who we are. It’s funny, but sometimes we’re so caught up chasing goals or dreams that were never really ours to begin with. Maybe, like me, you’ve had moments where you realise that the version of success you’ve been striving for doesn’t quite fit your values, strengths, or what’s truly important to you.I’ve been asking myself: is building an online business really the best path for someone like me who...
2025-03-1019 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.What’s the Payoff for Staying Stuck?What’s the Payoff for Staying Stuck?The Real Reason You’re Resisting Change (and What to Do About It)In this episode I talk about the payoff for being stuck. On the surface it sounds silly to think that there could be any reason we would want to stay stuck....but when you dig a bit deeper, there will be a reason you are resisting change.There was a time when I found myself struggling to take the steps needed to make my dreams happen. I kept circling back to the same stuck plac...
2025-03-0416 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Get Clear, Get Focused: Make It HappenHey everyone! So, I’m actually sitting in my car right now, waiting for my son to finish football training. It’s half-term, so I thought I’d take this time to chat with you and share something I’m really excited about. I’m launching Make It Happen Monthly! This is a chance for us to get clear on what we want to create, do, and experience in the coming month.It’s the end of February, and I know how it is—those New Year’s intentions? Yeah, they can easily slip away. But don’t worry, that’s ex...
2025-02-2408 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.How to Make Yourself Proud in 2025How to Make Yourself Proud in 2025In this episode, I reflect on what it truly means to make yourself proud in 2025. We all set goals and make plans, but how many of us actually follow through? This episode explores the importance of commitment, the power of taking action, and how you can honour your goals and make yourself proud by the end of the year. I was going to share practical tips, journaling prompts, and my favourite quote on commitment but forgot. I have shared it below.
2025-02-1412 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.How to Get Unstuck: Simple Steps to Break Free and Create Momentum Welcome to this week's episode! Today, we're diving deep into something I know all too well—feeling stuck. If you’ve ever found yourself spinning in circles, with dreams and ideas that never seem to go anywhere, then this episode is for you. I’ve been there too, for more years than I care to admit, but trust me when I say, you can break free. Let’s talk about how. Segment 1: My Story of Stucksville (3-5 mins)I start by sharing my own experience of being stuck—how I felt like I was living in...
2025-02-1030 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Find the Good: Transform Your Day in MinutesI’m training to be a Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist. I already work part-time as a student counsellor at Leeds Trinity University, and I was offered this course through work, so I couldn’t say no! One of the things we do in every session is start by asking the client: “What’s been good?”—even if they’ve had a terrible week. At first, I was resistant to asking this, especially when someone is struggling and feels like their whole life is falling apart. But I began using it in my counselling sessions at the university, and it worked...
2025-01-3110 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Stuck in indecision - 7 Ways to Stop Overthinking Are you stuck in a cycle of overthinking, unable to make decisions, and feeling frustrated because you're not moving forward? You’re not alone. In this video, I’m going to share 7 powerful ways to break free from indecision and start making confident choices. I know exactly how this feels because, as a therapist and coach, I’ve faced the same challenge in my own life. For me, it’s all about choosing a single path and fully committing to it. I used to (and still; do) get caught up in my head, stuck between two options, wondering: “Should I do this...
2025-01-1413 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.5 Powerful Questions to Help Find Your Purpose 🎯 8 Powerful Questions to Help You Discover Your Life Purpose | Find Your Purpose Today Feeling stuck trying to figure out your life purpose? You’re not alone. In this video, I’m sharing 8 simple yet powerful questions that can help you uncover your purpose and bring more clarity to your life. 🔍 "Life purpose" can feel like a big, overwhelming concept, but it doesn't have to be. I spent years in my twenties, thirties, and even into my forties chasing this idea of purpose—thinking it had to be something massive and life-changing. But what I’ve learned...
2024-11-2405 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Stuck in a Rut? - 12 Simple Ways to Shake it Up! Ever feel like life’s just become a little too predictable? Like you're stuck in a rut, and everything feels a bit meh? We all know that feeling when life starts to feel like a never-ending loop, much like the movie Groundhog Day—same old, same old. But what if there was a way to break free from your daily routine and add excitement to your life? Stuck in a rut? I share 12 simple ways to shake up your life! In this video, we’re going to dive deep into how you can shake things up and start living with m...
2024-11-1514 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Therapeutic Journaling : How Writing Letters Can Heal YouTherapeutic Journaling: How Writing Letters Can Heal You Have you ever felt like there are things you need to say, but for one reason or another, you just can't? In this video, I’ll show you how Therapeutic Journaling: How Writing Letters Can Heal You and can help you process all those pent-up emotions—whether it's anger, hurt, or betrayal. Writing a letter, even if you never send it, can be incredibly healing. It gives you the space to express everything you've been holding onto, and trust me, the relief and clarity you can gain from this process are powe...
2024-11-0811 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Journaling for Stress-ReliefFeeling the pressure of being an entrepreneur? Journaling might be the stress relief you’ve been looking for. As entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, or business owners, we juggle countless tasks and wear so many hats—it can be exhausting. In this video, I’ll walk you through a simple 3-step journaling technique to help you de-stress as an entrepreneur (or anyone for that matter). Journaling provides a private space to reflect, release tension, and gain clarity. Just giving yourself 5 minutes a day to write down your thoughts can make a massiv...
2024-11-0109 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Write Your Way to Success: Journaling for Entrepreneurs Feeling overwhelmed as an entrepreneur? I get it—been there myself. 😩 The constant juggling of tasks, endless to-do lists, and daily stresses can leave you feeling exhausted and stuck in a loop of overthinking. But what if I told you there’s a simple tool that can help you stay on track, clear your mind, and de-stress? The answer could be journaling. 📝✨** Journaling isn't just for writers—it's a powerful tool that can help entrepreneurs organize their thoughts, get clear on their goals, and even tackle business challenges. And no, it doesn’t take hours of your day. Just 10 minutes can make...
2024-10-2506 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Silence Your Inner Critic with Journaling: My Go-To Questions for Overthinking I’m diving deep into how journaling can be one of the most powerful tools to silence your inner critic, gain clarity, and manage overthinking. Whether you're going through a tough time or just feeling stuck, journaling allows you to take a step back and reflect on your thoughts. As a therapist and journal coach, I’ve used journaling for years—both for myself and with my clients. It’s a way to become more self-aware, gain perspective, and uncover the answers that are already within you. Journaling is a simple yet incredibly effective tool for self-discovery and personal growth...
2024-10-1806 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Ideal Day Exercise, Visualisation & JournalingIdeal Day Exercise - This podcast includes a short visualisation, and if you scroll down I include relevant journal prompts. Do you believe your mind has the power to create your own reality? I do. In this video, I'm sharing with you a transformative tool that many successful people, including top athletes, use regularly. This exercise has been a powerful practice for my therapy clients and students I work with as a Student Counsellor at a local university. It combines the power of visualisation and journaling to help you tap into your inner self, attract what you desire, and...
2024-10-1112 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Journaling Could Change Your LifeJournaling Could Change Your Life | Self-Discovery, Clarity & Personal Growth In this episode, I dive into how journaling can change your life by helping you make sense of your thoughts, gain clarity, and deepen your self-awareness. If your mind sometimes feels like a tangled ball of wool, journaling is the perfect tool to unravel those threads and get a better understanding of what’s really going on in your head. I’ll share examples from my own experience and how I’ve used journaling to organise my dreams, unpick limiting beliefs, and recognize recurring patter...
2024-10-0421 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Your Three-Year Vision - Create a Life You Love | Journaling & Self-DiscoveryEver wondered what your life could look like three years from now if you dared to dream? 🌟 In this video, I’ll guide you through a powerful *journaling activity* that helps you create a vision for your future—one that’s fully aligned with who you are and what you truly want out of life. We’ll explore four key areas—your **career**, **relationships**, **health**, and **personal growth**—so you can imagine what you’d love to be doing, creating, experiencing, and feeling in each. Whether you're looking to make big changes or just reconnect with your dreams, this exercise is desig...
2024-09-2714 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Tania Ross on Strength, Struggles, and SuccessPodcast Notes: Conversation with Tania Ross In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Tania Ross, a copywriter with a flair for turning struggles into strength. Tania and I met through the Tech Pixies community and the Business Beyond Social Training. What first drew me to Tania was her amazing sense of style. Particularly her pink and purple hair that I am so envious of. Like so many of us women, she’s been through some really tough times but has come out the other side stronger.
2024-09-2036 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.The Magic of Routines: How Structure Fuels Transformation In this conversation I discuss the importance of routine for mental health and wellbeing. I emphasise that routine provides structure and stability, which are essential for building a strong foundation for overall health. During the podcast I share my own experiences with routine and offers practical tips for incorporating it into daily life. I highlights the impact of routine on students and the significance of routine in increasing self-worth and self-esteem. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the benefits of routine and the need for flexibility and...
2024-09-1021 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Getting back in work mode after the holidays**Podcast Notes: Getting Back in Work Mode after the holidays.** Hey everyone! Can you believe summer is already wrapping up? It feels like just two minutes ago we were welcoming it. Now, the school holidays are over, and Zen is heading back to school on Tuesday. Time flies! These past few weeks have been a whirlwind of home-related activities. I had such high hopes of being productive with work during the break, but as it turns out, life had other plans! Between putting bikes away (only to pull them...
2024-09-0221 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Simplify and Enjoy: The Power of Asking Two Key QuestionsSimplifying and Adding Fun with Two Powerful Questions** Hey lovely, I’ve got to be honest with you—this episode almost didn’t make it to your ears! I hit record without much preparation, so you’ll definitely notice it’s a bit more off-the-cuff than usual. But hey, it’s the summer holidays, and I’m soaking up some much-needed time off with a three-week break from work. In today’s episode, I’m sharing two simple yet game-changing journal prompts that I’ve been loving latel...
2024-08-0920 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Journaling for Self-compassion and GrowthEpisode Summary: In this episode I explore the paradox of self-improvement and how it can sometimes lead to feelings of inadequacy and dissatisfaction. I delve into the concept of radical acceptance, introduced by Tara Brach, and how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help us find a balance between accepting ourselves and striving for personal growth. Through the powerful tool of journaling, we can learn to embrace our true selves, cultivate self-compassion, and achieve genuine transformation. **Key Topics Covered:** 1. The Paradox of Self-Improvement: Understanding how the relentless p...
2024-07-2916 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Finding the Good: Transform Your Life by Celebrating ProgressPodcast Show Notes: **"Discover the Good: Transform Your Life by Celebrating Progress"** Episode Summary: In this episode, I delve into the transformative power of recognizing and celebrating your personal wins. Drawing from personal experiences and client success stories, I explore how acknowledging progress can enhance your happiness, motivation, and overall well-being. Tune in to learn practical tips and activities that will help you cultivate a habit of celebrating your achievements and transforming your life. Key Topics Covered: 1. **The Importance of Celebrating Wins** ...
2024-07-1917 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Shake Things Up - Finding Excitement in Everyday LifeDo you ever feel like life’s just a bit too samey and predictable? Like you’re stuck in a rut and everything’s starting to feel a bit muh, like in the film from the eighties, Groundhog Day. Living the same day on repeat. Same S***, different day. I hate that expression. Well, if this is the case, it’s time to shake things up! In the Find Your Spark course today, we reflected on the many ways we might be able to shake things up. I challenged them to come up with 50 potential ideas. 50 might seem like a lot, b...
2024-07-1227 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.How to be Your Own TherapistDo you ever journal when you are having a tough time?I have kept a diary and journaled since I was about twelve years old. I go through ebbs and flows with it, but I always turn to my journal during difficult times. Let’s face it, it’s far cheaper than paying for therapy. I’m not saying that journaling is a substitute for therapy. In fact, from my own experience as a therapist, when people journal in conjunction with therapy, their progress accelerates. I use journaling as a tool...
2024-07-0512 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Big Girl Pants - Owning Your Strengths & SuccessesThis week, I felt uncomfortable because I started asking people I know to listen to and review my podcast. My podcast has been running for a couple of years now, but up until now, I have done diddly squat to get it out into the world, other than the odd share and mention in my emails to you. It's ridiculous to take the time to create podcast episodes if I don't share them. What’s the point of bothering in the first place if no one knows about it? I’m not joking, some of my close friends didn’t even k...
2024-06-3012 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Breaking Free - Tips to get Unstuck and Move ForwardIn this episode I share how I got unstuck. I am smiling as I record this, and not just because the sun has finally decided to show its face! I am genuinely excited because, at last, I no longer feel stuck, frustrated, and blighted by indecision. For years I struggled to transform my ideas and dreams into reality. I would spend copious amounts of time planning and scribbling down my plans in journals but it was always such a struggle to implement and execute them. I would spend way too much time in...
2024-06-2217 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.How Journaling Transformed My MorningsOMG, we are nearly halfway through the year. How the blumers did that happen! Blink and it will be Christmas. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my new journaling practice with you. If you've never tried journaling, it can feel daunting, and you might wonder where to start. Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered. I’ve been journaling since I was about 12, although I used to call it keeping a diary back in the day. I really should dig out some of my old diaries and share a li...
2024-06-1418 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Marketing and Mindset with Carolyn BoddingtonI had the pleasure to talk to Carolyn Boddington who is a marketing consultant and strategist who champions female-led entrepreneurs and businesses. In this episode Carolyn talks about the potential power and freedom women can gain from creating an on-line business. With the help of tech we can serve clients all over the world, work anywhere and create a flexible business that fits around our families. I loved hearing about how Carolyn decided to learn to ride a horse at age 42, even though it was totally out of her comfort zone. Yes, there...
2024-06-0728 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.⭐️Unlock Your Potential⭐️ - Three Podcasts to Motivate & InspireHello everyone and welcome back to Create Yourself – A Life You Love! In today’s episode, I am thrilled to share with you my top three favorite podcasts. These are the shows that fill my days with inspiration, motivation, and wisdom. Whether I'm in the car, washing up, or walking Lucky, these podcasts are my constant companions. I can't wait to dive in and tell you why they mean so much to me. From the Heart with Rachel Bretham Released every Friday, Rachel Bretham, formerly known as Yoga Girl, is a beacon of inspiration in my life. I've been listening to h...
2024-05-3116 minCareer Interrupted
Career InterruptedE234｜How to find your spark and seize the day with Kay HoldsworthStucksville. It’s a place no one wants to be.  But unless you’re super lucky, you’ve probably had a moment in life when you weren’t sure what you should be doing next. 😕 For Kay Holdsworth, this moment arrived after the emotional rollercoaster of a spell in hospital with her son. And when anxiety took hold, Kay not only felt lost but like she was surviving, not thriving.As Kay says, she was in stucksville – so much so that she’d bought the t-shirt, the shoes and the handbag!!! 🙈So, how di...
2024-04-2425 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.It’s okay not to feel great 😌January is a tough month. You may have started the year feeling all hopeful & optimistic, only to find mid-January in a slump. I’m here to remind you that January sucks, full stop & it’s totally okay to not feel like doing cartwheels. You are seriously not alone. I’ve certainly had a case of the January blues I realised that I needed to cut myself some slack. My son has been poorly, the car has broken down twice & don’t get me started on the weather. It’s okay to feel a bit shitty. I’m treating January as a mini-warm...
2024-01-2620 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.A Simple Exercise To Find Out What You Truly WantOprah Winfrey reckons one of the reasons so many of us struggle is that we don’t know what we want? Do you know? I guess it makes sense. How can we create a life we love if we don’t know what will bring us meaning & joy? Getting clear on what want is the first step in creating a life that lights us up. This simple exercise will only take 10 minutes & but the end of it you will have a clear list of what you want from your life & work. Check out my website kayholdsworth.com for more practical acti...
2024-01-1209 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.2nd Part - Your Best Year Yet ExerciseThe great thing about this Best Year Yet Exercise is it’s so simple. All you need is paper, pen & a spare 10 minutes. It’s the same process that businesses use to plan there next quarter or year. You can do this at anytime of year, it doesn’t have to be at the end of December or beginning of January. During the episode I share my own reflections, hopes & desires. If you enjoyed the episode please rate or review it, as that will help it reach more people. You can sign up to my weekly newsletter & find more practices & practi...
2023-12-2927 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.How to Make 2024 the Best Year Yet - Part OneIn this two part episode we reflect on the past year, the highlights, the challenges & the learning. I give you three simple questions that act as 3 minute journal prompts. I share my own takeaways & reflections of 2023 & key valuable learning. It’s easy to miss out this important step, yet to move forward first it does help to sometimes look in the rear view mirror & take stock on where we have been. Next week I will be sharing three simple prompts to get clear on what you want in 2024. KayHoldsworth.com
2023-12-2220 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Becs Crosby - A Woman on a Mission to Create Kind WorkplacesI'm so excited about this podcast.  Today I have the pleasure of having Becs Crosby join me. She is a real inspiration, having left her corporate job and city life to follow her dreams.  Like many of us she had the idea of setting up her own business for over a decade but had pushed it aside… that was until December 2019 when her world fell apart. Three months before the pandemic sent us all into lockdown Becs sadly lost her younger sister to cancer aged just 39.  With her sister’s advice of ‘don...
2023-12-0637 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.⚡️3 Simple Ways to Find Your ⚡️Life isn’t always easy. We can lose ourselves along the way. I remember thinking, this is not the way my life was meant to turn out! Thankfully, that was not the end of my story. Neither does it have to be for you. We can find our spark again. In this episode I share 3 simple ways we can start to do this. kayholdsworth.com
2023-11-2612 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Get Out Of Your Comfort ZoneI genuinely believe that the magic happens only when we start to step outside of our comfort zone. Yes, it’s scary but it’s the only way to create meaningful change & growth. If you have a dream that you would love to make happen, then without a shadow of a doubt it’s on the other-side of your comfort zone. You are going to have to stretch yourself. We’re creatures of habit & love to stick with the familiar, even if what we know is making us unhappy. I give you 3 simple strategies to help you start to get out of y...
2023-11-1711 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Get Clear On What You WantA simple activity that will only take 10 minutes to get some clarity on what you want. Do you know what you really want? So many of struggle to now….Bur we do know what we don’t want. I bet you could list all the things you don’t want in your life right now. This is an easy exercise where we tap into what we don’t want & then turn what we don’t want into what we want. It’s that simple & it will help you create greater clarity. Awareness is always the first step towards change.
2023-11-1111 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Is My Dream Worth My While? 5 questions you need to ask yourselfI share 5 key questions you need to ask yourself, to check that your dream is worth your time & energy. These are taken from Mary Morrissey who runs a program called Dream Builder. Instead we often ask, am I worthy of the dream. This is the wrong question! If you have a dream then I believe you are capable of making it happen but will it fully selling with what’s important & matters to you? Will it excite & light you up? These are important questions we need to give some thought. www.kayholdsworth.com I'm Kay Holdsworth and I...
2023-11-0416 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.🌈 Create a Vision for Your Life🌈Give yourself permission to imagine a life you love. ❤️ Dare to dream big without the limits we do often place on ourselves. ⭐️ This is a simple activity that you can do in under 10 minutes. All you need is paper & pen (or you could even do it on your phone!). However, you do need an open mind & a willingness to dare to dream. I'm Kay Holdsworth and I help women to find their purpose , dream big and create a life they love. Every month I run My Future Self Workshop which is free.   It's an opportunity to gain som...
2023-10-2714 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Self-discovery Activity ⭐️Past, Present & Future Self ⭐️⭐️A simple self-discovery exercise. Create, draw, doodle, journal on your past, present & future self. I like to set a timer & spend 2 minutes for each one. 💥 See how far you have come & all the progress you’ve made. Gain clarity for what you want for your future self. 🦋 I'm Kay Holdsworth and I help women to find their purpose , dream big and create a life they love. Every month I run My Future Self Workshop which is free.   It's an opportunity to gain some clarity and get clear about what you want for your future. Unlock the power of you...
2023-10-2014 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Your Dreams Matter 🦋⭐️🦋I believe our dreams are important because they are an expression of who we are & who we have the potential to become. They are our soul calling. Our dreams are meant to be big, hairy & scary, otherwise they wouldn’t be dreamed! A dream should make us have to stretch & grow. They should equally scare & excite us. In this episode I share some powerful journal prompts & questions to help you to create a clear vision of what you want. I'm Kay Holdsworth and I help women to find their purpose , dream big and create a life they lo...
2023-10-1311 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Resilience Road Map - Riding the waves 🌊 of Tough Times 😕 The 6 R’sLife throws us various curve balls. We all experience tough times, whether that be loss, change, failures, rejection, relationship issues…Life can be hard. Learning to be more resilient can help us ride the waves of life & help us cope better when difficult times hit. I talk through a Resilience Road Map which includes Reflection, Re-frame, Re-focus, Reach out, Remind yourself & Reassure Yourself. I include some helpful questions you can ask yourself if you are struggling. If you enjoyed this episode then visit my website KayHoldsworth.com I'm Kay Holdsworth and I help women to find their pu...
2023-10-0615 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Writing For Self-Discovery - Who Am I ExerciseIt’s amazing that this episode even went out today, on Friday as promised. In this episode I talk about last nights Writing for Self-discovery workshop I hosted over on Meet-up/Create Yourself. We started the session with a simple word association exercise which is a great way to generate lots of thoughts & ideas. I then talked about ways you could use some of those words as a jump-start for more free-flow writing. I then asked the participants to go running around their house & choose three random items that represented some aspect of who they are. If you would li...
2023-09-2914 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Creative Activity - A Letter From My Future SelfA brilliant intuitive exercise to do if you are feeling stuck, uncertain or just seek some reassurance. Tapping into your wiser, older self is a great way to connect with your own knowing & wisdom. Your future self understands you inside out. They know your natural strengths & limitations. Who better to offer you advice, encouragement & guidance? Basically they are you without the fear, limiting beliefs & self-doubt. Check out my website kayholdsworth.com or take part in my Free Writing For Self-discovery Workshop held on Meet up/Create Yourself last Thursday of the month. I'm Kay Holdsworth and I...
2023-09-2212 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Find Clarity - Dialogue with my Future Self ExerciseFeeling stuck or lost? Not sure what to do next? Desperate for some clarity & insight? Why not try this creative journaling activity where we get in touch with our wiser, older self. All you need is a pen, paper & a willingness to get in touch with your intuition. Let your future self be your own personal guide. It’s certainly cheaper than therapy! What have you got to lose? I'm Kay Holdsworth and I help women to find their purpose , dream big and create a life they love. Every month I run My Future Self Wo...
2023-09-1506 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Dealing with Tough TimesLet’s face it when challenging things happen.  We all face tough times and life can throw us curve balls.  The problem is that when we are feeling stressed, anxious or low we are not always at our most resourceful. It's hard during these difficult times to think about what could help us the most.   This is why it’s always good to prepare for these times in advance.  It helps to prepare some reminders or some actions that we could do.  In this episode we create a plan for tough times and consider...
2021-06-1808 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Focusing on the GoodIn today's episode we look at activities you can do to feel better about ourselves.  Often when we are feeling in a bad place we tend to focus in on all the things that are not working in our lives, whilst the good stuff gets totally overshadowed. We forget all about our strengths, skills and great qualities, all the wonderful things about us that make us unique and special.   These exercises will help you reconnect and remind you of the positives in your life.    
2021-06-1108 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Ways to Deal with SetbacksIn this episode I talk about setbacks.   Setbacks are a normal part of life, things don't always go according to plan. So its important to recognise that setback are likely and they do not mean that you are useless, that its all pointless and that you are a failure. Watch out how you talk to yourself during these times because this has such a powerful impact on us. The way we talk to ourselves has the ability to lift our mood or bring us down. The way we talk to ourselves will effect our confidence and self-esteem, a...
2021-06-0404 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Creating Better RelationshipsMost of us want to fit in and feel like we belong. Its normal to want to feel that we feel connected with others. But relationships with others is not always easy. It can be fraught sometimes with difficulties and even the best of relationships can have its ups and downs. In this episode I offer some suggestions of ways we can build better relationships with people. You can find out more about me over at my website kayholdsworth.com
2021-05-2808 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Journaling Activity - Learning to be kinder to OurselvesHere's a reminder of the 5 steps to challenge unhelpful thinking. 1) Identify the thought 2) Write it down 3) Challenge it Ask yourself, Is this true?  Is this fair? Is there another way of looking at the situation What would you say to a friend who had a similar thought? 4) rewrite the thought. Create a more balanced and realistic thought. We can also apply mindfulness which helps us to learn to interact with our thoughts differently.  We have a choice how we engage with th...
2021-05-2106 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Activities for Managing Unhelpful Thinking
2021-05-1420 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Understanding Stress & AnxietyIf you are experiencing stress & anxiety it can help hugely to understand why we experience it. In a nutshell it is our bodies natural response to any perceived threat. This is called the Fight/flight response that has evolved to protect us from danger & keep us safe. These days assorts of things can trigger our flight/fight response to switch on. It helps to remember that this is a totally normal human response & the feelings, if we allow, will soon pass.
2021-05-0307 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Self-Discovery Activity - What Do You Truly Enjoy?This is such a simple, yet effective activity to do. All you have to do is make a list of 20 activities and pastimes that you enjoy. It really is that easy.  The activities may be things that you used to do as a child or in the past, or things that you currently enjoy doing.  It might even include things that you've hardly tried but are drawn to.  Activities that you have a sense that you will enjoy.  This is a great activity to do if you are feeling stuck in a bit of a rut or feeling lacking in e...
2021-04-1608 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Letting Go to Move Forward MeditationA short (6 minute) mediation practice. As we know the breath is a powerful tool. In this very simple short meditation I invite you to let go of whatever is stagnant & stuck. By letting go we create space for new possibilities & opportunities. What do you need to let go of the most right now? What is holding you back? When we start to let go we make way for new growth & learning. We make space for more of what we need in our lives to emerge. If you are interested in activities for self-discovery & change I have a new Facebook group...
2021-04-0906 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.What Makes You Feel BadToday I share some of the things that make me feel bad. This is part of last weeks simple exercise where we got pen & paper and brainstormed all the things that make us feel good. On the other half of the paper I want you to tap into the things that bring you down & make you feel bad about yourself. After you’ve done it see if you can notice an themes or patterns. What stands out for you? Is there anything useful you can take-away from this exercise? Any valuable learning?
2021-04-0215 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Simple Ways to Feel Good About YourselfWe all want to feel good. In this session I talk you through a very simple activity of reminding yourself of all the things that make you feel good about yourself. All you need is paper, pen & a spare 10 minutes. I share all the things that help me to feel good too. Although we probably know what makes us feel good, we don’t always do them! For instance I know dancing makes me feel amazing but I’ve hardly danced this year. Time to get my dancing shoes on!
2021-03-2613 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.The Ideal Day Guided VisualisationIn this episode we harness the creative potential & power of our amazing minds. Guided imagery & visualisation are powerful tools that can help us create a life true to who we are & what we want. In this guided exercise I encourage you to step into & fully experience your ideal day five years from now. How do you want to feel? What do you want to be doing? By tapping into our limitless imagination we can start to move toward a future that brings us more enjoyment, purpose & pleasure.
2021-03-1919 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Taking a Comforting BreathOften when we choose to meditate or relax we are not as fully comfortable as we could be. In this practice I want you to see if you can make yourself that bit more comfortable. What adjustments do you need to make? What could you do to make yourself just 5% more comfortable? Comfort is King! So grab a pillow, maybe an eye mask or a flannel and a blanket. Maybe even a rolled up towel for the ankles to rest on .... Take some easy, relaxed breaths.
2021-03-1208 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.A Guided Mindful Awe WalkWe spend so much time stuck in our heads that we miss so much of what is going on around us. During this walking practice I help you to appreciate & savour the world around you. It involves using all your senses to be fully present & fully experience the here & now. Enjoy!
2021-03-0511 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Grounding Techniques for Stressful TimesIn this New Year episode I talk about grounding techniques that I find helpful. There are so many different ones so it is trial & error to find one that works for you. Be willing to experiment. Like any skills it takes time & practice.
2021-01-0812 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Find Your Anchor - A simple breath practiceThis is a good practice to do for 1-3 minutes to begin with. The breath is the perfect anchor to tether us to the present moment...and it’s literally under our noses.
2020-12-0408 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Just One Breath MeditationEven just taking one simple breath can help us come back to the present moment. Give the breath your full undivided attention. Be with it, beginning, middle & end.
2020-11-2802 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.A simple Grounding TechniqueThis is such a simple Grounding Technique that you can do it anytime & anywhere. It will help anchor you back into the present moment.
2020-11-2008 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Connection & Wellbeing - Ways to Connect MoreWe all need human contact and connection. If we feel disconnected from others, lonely & isolated it can effect our mental health & Wellbeing. It is harder than ever to be connected to others with all the restrictions at the moment due to the governments response to Corona. In this episode I consider just a few ways we can reach out to others & connect.
2020-11-1215 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Creating Your Own Mental Health First Aid KitIn dark times it’s good to have strategies & ways to help you feel better. In this episode I talk you through what you might include in your own wellbeing plan or Mental Health First Aid kit.
2020-11-0613 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Interview with Blue Glasses Girl - Emma RobertsIn today's episode I interview Emma Roberts, who goes under the name of Blue Glasses Girl.   Emma is a  Creative Coach, Artist, Writer and an activist for disability rights.   Last summer I had some life coaching sessions with her, and found them extremely helpful.   I asked Emma on the podcast as she is such a wildly creative & inspiring, person. She freely talks about what it’s like living with a mental health illness and a disability. Yet this does not stop her from getting out into the world and creating a life she loves.   During our interview she offers advice on how...
2020-10-2749 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.A breakdown of the 5 Steps to Exploring EmotionsIn this podcast I talk you through the key steps to exploring your emotions. Pause, Notice, Name the Feeling, Explore, Validate & Need. Originally there was 5 but I’ve added an extra one. Too often we suppress & push down our emotions. Yet what we resist, has a tendency to persist. This simple, easy to follow practice will help you to acknowledge, validate & experience your feelings more fully. Learning will benefit our emotional & mental health.
2020-10-2110 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.A 5 Step Practice to Explore Your EmotionsMost of us avoid, suppress, deny & ignore our emotions. We rarely take the time to fully validate & experience them. It’s perhaps too uncomfortable, unsettling or scary. Yet by resisting our emotions we create another layer of potential struggle & pain. I this practice we notice, acknowledge & allow our emotions to be just as they are.
2020-10-1909 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Getting Out of Your Own WayIt’s easy to get caught up in overthinking. A simple definition of overthinking is to think about something for too long or too much. We all do it. The first step to changing a tendency to overthink is to catch yourself in the act. Notice how your overthinking impacts you. Does it make you hesitate or doubt yourself? Perhaps you end up losing motivation & confidence? Let’s start getting out of our heads & out of our own way. Kayholdsworth.com
2020-10-0803 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Easing Anxiety- A Guided PracticeWhen we are anxious it can feel like we have no control. Yet we can control our breath. The breath can be our secret tool for helping ease anxiety. This simple practice explains how by changing our breath pattern we can start to send a signal to our bodies that we are safe.
2020-10-0610 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Who Am I? Free-flow Writing ExerciseI’ve just been flicking through an old journal from 2016 & I came across a timed piece of writing titled who am I. On the spur of the moment, with nothing better to do with myself on a Friday night, I decided to share it. My challenge to you is to have a go at a 20 minutes timed writing exercise.
2020-10-0204 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Taking Five Minutes to Calm the MindSometimes all you need is five minutes to calm the mind. It’s surprising just how quickly the mind can start to settle, when we give it the space to do so. So why not a take five minute refresh break right now. Feel free to come and find me over at Kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-3004 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.A Poem About Making Mistakes - My Life in 5 Chapters by Portia NelsonIt’s funny how we can end up getting stuck & repeating the same mistakes. It can be so frustrating. This poem perfectly illustrated how this is all part of the process & our human journey. Change is possible but it often takes time. We need to be patient with ourselves.
2020-09-2815 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Here Now- A Mindfulness MeditationThis short meditation gives you an opportunity to create some space & come into the present moment. We use the breath & the body to anchor us into the here & now. Kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-2516 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Taking Ten Breaths - 3 minutes to re-setIf you’re feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed this short practice can help you create some space. It’s so easy, that you can do it anytime & any place. It might be simple but I find it really effective. Check out my other tools & activities at Kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-2403 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Meeting & Greeting AnxietyThe feeling of anxiety & panic can be overwhelming. Our natural urge is to want it to stop. We resist the feelings & push them away. Yet by resisting these difficult feelings we can end up feeding them. It feels very counter-intuitive but when we start to get curious & lean into our anxiety, it’s hold over us can begin to lessen.
2020-09-2316 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.You Are Good EnoughYou are good enough is a short poem for all you women out there who ever doubt your potential & capabilities. It’s normal to have self-doubts & low days, yet some of us constantly battle with feelings of low self-worth. This poem is the perfect reminder that YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise...especially yourself. Find me at Kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-2202 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Sleep Better - The Practice of Yogic SleepYoga Nidra is a guided practice that allows you to access a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping. During this practice the mind & body will begin to switch off. It is often used to aid sleep and help reduce stress & anxiety. Like any meditation, it’s about finding the right one for you. Give it a try. Make sure you are warm & comfy enough. Ideally place something over the eyes. Not only will the dark help quieten the senses,the weight will help calm your nervous system.
2020-09-2118 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Cultivating an Attitude of GratitudeAn attitude of gratitude doesn’t necessarily come easily to most of us. We have a tendency to take things for granted, that include me. We have a tendency to focus on what’s wrong in our lives instead of what’s going right. Yet research shows when we train ourselves to focus on the positives we feel better & our wellbeing improves. Cultivating a more appreciative outlook takes practice. This guided meditation will help you begin to do just that.
2020-09-1811 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Finding Happiness -A guided Meditation PracticeLife isn’t always butterflies & rainbows. For most of us real happiness is fleeting. Yet most of us would say we want to be happy. What’s does happiness mean to you? Tara Brach describes it as a profound sense of okayness. Not necessarily free from discomfort or pain. Feeling a sense of okayness in the midsts of life’s challenges. Let’s see if we can tap into this sense if our okayness during this meditation.
2020-09-1717 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Offer Yourself Self-Care - A Guided RelaxationSelf-care is not all about spa days & bubble baths. It’s about taking the time to understand & tend to our own needs. Self-care is even more important in these challenging times. When we take the time to fill our own cup we find, not only do we feel better, we have more patience & energy due others. Kay@kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-1613 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Sunshine MeditationToday’s meditation is inspired by the sunshine. The sunshine has the power to lift our spirits. This guided meditation will help to cultivate a more positive mood & harness some feel good energy. Kay@kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-1510 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Mindfulness MeditationA mini mindfulness meditation. We have so many thoughts each day. It’s so easy to identify & get caught up in them. Mindfulness teaches us to detach & be more of an observer. See our thoughts for just what they are...only thoughts.
2020-09-1411 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Walking MeditationAn opportunity to cultivate mindfulness as you walk.
2020-09-1213 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Guided Relaxation ... Let’s Relax...Short but sweet guided relaxation.
2020-09-1211 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.10 Minute Standing Mindfulness PracticeFinding balance in life can be tricky. This standing mindfulness practice is about learning to ground ourselves in the here & now. It might be a bit of a wobbly one!
2020-09-1113 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Progressive Muscle RelaxationProgressive Muscle Relaxation is based on the simple practice of tensing or tightening the muscles & then releasing them. When we are stressed & anxious we tighten & tense the muscles. PMR helps us to break this cycle.
2020-09-1016 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Guided Relaxation- Relaxing the MindSome days our minds are so busy. Constant thinking can be exhausting. This relaxation will hopefully help to create some space & bring you into the present moment. Usual I create my own relaxations but this one is from Lama Yeshe Rabgye a Buddhist Monk from India
2020-09-0907 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Guided Relaxation - Letting Go of StressWhen we are stressed & anxious we tend to contract & tighten the body. Today’s relaxation is all about starting to release & ease some of this built up tension.
2020-09-0811 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Your Future Self Guided RelaxationImagination is a place where anything is possible. Einstein said it was more powerful than knowledge, as it has the potential to encircle the world. During this guided relaxation we will meet our future self. Put your scepticism & doubts aside & see where this guided visualisation takes you. Kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-0711 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Guided Relaxation for Offering Yourself KindnessOften we can be super harsh & down on ourselves. This guided relaxation will help to show yourself more kindness , compassion & care. kayholdsworth.com
2020-09-0407 minCreate Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.
Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change. (Trailer)
2020-09-0300 min