Self-Worth in Times of Chaos

Summary In this conversation, John Niland and Jacopo Lazzaratti explore the complexities of professional identity, the challenges of integrating multiple passions, and the impact of self-worth on performance. Jacopo shares his journey from musician to coach, discussing the dilemmas he faced and how he found clarity by embracing both aspects of his identity. They delve into the costs of self-esteem...

Summary Long COVID transformed Caroline Sullivan’s life—and her perspective on resilience. Despite five years of suffering from a condition once misunderstood, she discovered an inner fighter that not only helped her survive, but propelled her to redefine her self-worth and a new sense of professional purpose.  Takeaways Disruption can be a catalyst for self-revelation, revealing hidden strengths...

Summary In this inspiring interview, Noel Donnellan shares his journey from mechanical engineering to a successful decorative artist, navigating chaos and health crises, including COVID-19, with resilience and kindness. Discover how spiritual trust, personal growth, human connection with people and a focus on kindness can transform challenges into opportunities. Key Topics Journey from engineering...

Summary Kate Andrews shares her personal journey through chaos, including her battle with lupus, career transition, and the importance of slowing down, understanding oneself, and prioritizing well-being. Takeaways Understanding that chaos is not always about things going wrong but about things not going as planned. The importance of values and purpose during chaos The role of relationships and bou...

Summary   Amy Moser shares her profound journey through grief after losing her partner unexpectedly, exploring how she managed the chaos, supported by community and self-regulation frameworks, and how this experience impacted her relationship with herself and others. Takeaways The sudden loss of Amy’s partner Initial shock and practical responses Organizing funeral and support The moments of reali...

Summary   In this insightful interview, Anne Randerson shares her experiences navigating the chaos caused by the US dollar's drop in value, the importance of self-worth in chaotic times and strategies to prevent burnout. She discusses her work in coaching, mindfulness, and spiritual direction, offering a practical perspective for maintaining resilience in uncertain times. Takeaways Impact of...

Summary   In this episode, John Niland and Kerry Lynch explore the chaos and disruption caused by digital overwhelm, particularly in the context of social media and its impact on self-worth and creativity. Kerry shares her personal experiences with digital chaos, the effects on her daily life, and the psychological implications of maintaining a digital avatar. They discuss the importance of intrin...

Summary   In this conversation, Maria Goranova shares her journey through unexpected career turbulence after experiencing her first layoff. She discusses the emotional impact of this event, the importance of self-worth, and how community support can provide hope and perspective during challenging times. Maria also explains her current role as a transformation catalyst, helping organisations naviga...

Summary In this conversation, John Niland and Richard Ayling explore the themes of chaos, disruption, and the importance of human connection when navigating life's challenges. Rich shares his personal experiences of upheaval during COVID-19, the impact on his self-worth, and the role of social media in his professional life. They discuss the significance of relational dynamics in both persona...

Summary In this conversation, Karis McCabe shares her journey through significant life changes, including career shifts, personal loss, and the challenges of redefining her identity. She discusses the chaos that comes with multiple disruptions and the emotional turmoil that accompanies such transitions. Our conversation explores themes of letting go of past identities, the struggle with self-belie...

As Mark Carney said in Davos: “We are in the midst of a rupture, not a transition.” Life feels that way now—chaotic, unpredictable, and messy. In this transition episode to Self-Worth in Times of Chaos , I set the scene for the series, exploring how life’s ruptures spill across work, relationships, family, and health—and how a strong sense of self-worth can act as a stabiliser. I share reflections...

Life has a habit of creating conditions for our relationship with ourselves. In this short episode John Niland recaps 24 things that do not define our self-worth—even when some of them sound very "worthy" indeed! For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful self-worth resources, see www. SelfWorthAcademy.com

In this episode John Niland speaks with Dr Clare Forder on the challenges faced by students and how Professional Identity is relevant. For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful self-worth resources, see www. SelfWorthAcademy.com

My guest today is Tracy Phillips, who has built her professional identity by partnering with leaders and their teams to intentionally create their culture. By magnifying each person’s strengths, this results in an increase in trust, collaboration and performance. For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful self-worth resources, see www. SelfWorthAcademy.com

In this series on “Inspiring Identities” we look at the practical experience of professionals who have built a clear professional identity. A professional identity is not static. It evolves as the market evolves…  and as we grow, too.  My guest today is Stuart Copeland of Stonac Ltd, who has built a leading identity in the automotive sector. In this conversation, we explore how Stuart’s value-prop...

In this series on “Inspiring Identities” we look at how some real people have established themselves in the marketplace.  You can build a Professional Identity in many ways. My guest today is James McNally, who has build a very specific professional identity by developing high-quality measurement systems to demonstrate and validate systems in scientific and engineering R&D.  In this conversati...

In this episode of “The Self-Worth Safari” podcast, we look at self-worth in the context of career-reinvention. John’s guest is Amy Moser, who worked in corporate communications for more than 20 years. Today, Amy works with divorcing mothers and divorce lawyers, helping them with mental fitness for the challenges they face. For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful self-worth r...

In this episode of “The Self-Worth Safari” Angela Raspass ( www.angelaraspass.com ) discusses her latest book “Your Next Chapter”.  Angela is a speaker, author and coach, based in Sydney. In this conversation with John, she discusses her own self-worth journey from addiction to recovery, from a career in marketing to her current work as a mentor and coach. For all contact details (including our As...

In this session, John talks with Dr Andrea Pennington, an internationally renowned self-love and resilience expert. Her books include “Real Self Love”, “Life after Trauma” and “The Top Ten Traits of Highly Resilient People”. In this episode, Andrea talks to John about depression, the effects of the pandemic and her hope for the future. For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful...

In this episode of The Self Worth Safari, John interviews Kristin Engvig, the CEO and Founder of WIN and WINConference. Since 1998, Kristin has been a leading international figure in women’s networking and diversity. In this episode, she explores some of the current issues for women, particularly in pandemic times. For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful self-worth resources,...

Anita Sheehan is a Self-Worth coach and comes very much from the Appreciative Inquiry school and has recently started running an online bootcamp called Badass Women. In this episode she talks to John about the self-worth issues that particularly apply to women and how these show up in her "Badass Bootcamp" series. For all contact details (including our Associates) and useful self-worth r...

In this episode John interviews Bess Stonehouse, a very creative and pragmatic consultant with a background in arts and business.  People who are over 50, and especially those over 60, are being ignored while all the attention is going to younger generations. You may not be over 50, but you may be listening to this with parents, loved ones, colleagues or clients...  in mind. How do you deal with w...

John Niland from Self-Worth Academy interviews John Perry who is a principal teaching fellow in healthcare communication in Southampton University. He is also a freelance coach, counselor and therapist with particular interest in psychological resilience. In this episode, we explore student struggles when it comes to their self-worth, particularly when it relates to performance. Medical students a...