The Maisie Hill Experience

Are you genuinely tired, or is your brain trying to convince you to avoid something? Knowing when to push forward and when to slow down isn't always straightforward, especially when you're used to being productive and getting things done. In this episode, I'm exploring why recognising your need for rest is so important and what can happen when you ignore it.        With the change of seasons leavi...

What if the things you're ready to let go of are also the things that can help you grow? Autumn is a powerful reminder that growth isn't always about adding more or moving forward. Sometimes, it's about recognising what has served its purpose, making space for something new, and appreciating the beauty of what comes next.        In this episode, I'm reflecting on a childhood memory of planting con...

What shapes the way you connect with the people in your life? For the 300th episode of the podcast, I'm celebrating by sharing some of the teachings from my recent Relationship Skills Workshop and exploring the foundations that influence how we experience our relationships.         In this episode, I'm looking at the thoughts we have about other people, the values we bring to our interactions, and...

What does it actually mean to be good at relationships? You might think it means getting along with everyone, avoiding conflict, or being the person everyone can rely on. But sometimes those things come at the expense of speaking up, expressing what you need, and letting other people experience the real you.          In this episode, I'm exploring the ideas many of us have absorbed about what good...

What thoughts have you repeated so many times that you've stopped questioning whether they're actually true? Some thoughts can sound so reasonable and factual that we barely notice them, yet they can quietly shape how we feel, what we do, and what we believe is possible for us.       In this episode, I'm taking on some of the automatic thoughts I hear most often from my clients and exposing the as...

Have you ever achieved something you really wanted, only to wonder why it didn't feel as good as you thought it would? We can spend months or even years working towards a goal, expecting that reaching it will change how we feel about ourselves or our lives. Then we get there, the initial excitement fades, and we're left wondering, is that it?           In this episode, I'm exploring goal disappoin...

Do you ever find yourself so focused on what is happening right now that you lose sight of where you are going? In this episode, I'm exploring what it means to be future-focused and how far ahead you need to look in order to stay effective while still responding to what is happening in your life today.        I talk about how stress and overwhelm can pull your attention towards whatever feels most...

Do you tend to think of perfectionism as a sign that you care about doing things well? In this episode, I'm returning to the topic of perfectionism, the many ways it can show up, and how it can hold you back through procrastination, self-criticism, fear of mistakes, and the exhausting cycle of high achievement and burnout.       I explore why messy, imperfect action can be such an effective way to...

A change in your circumstances does not mean you have lost progress. In this episode, I explore why it can feel as though you've gone backwards when your life changes, and how much of that judgement comes from ideas about success and progress that we have absorbed from society.     I look at the expectations you may be using to judge where you are in life and what happens when your circumstances n...

What if anger isn't something you need to suppress, avoid, or regulate your way out of? Many of us have been conditioned to see anger as irrational, harmful, or something we shouldn't express. In this episode, I'm exploring why anger and the fight response are important, and what becomes possible when we learn to work with them rather than fear them.      I look at the ways we've been taught to re...

What happens when you make a big change, only to find yourself wanting to retreat to the way things were before? Levelling up can bring discomfort, uncertainty, and fear, even when you're excited about where you're heading. In this episode, I'm exploring why the urge to step back is such a normal part of moving beyond what's familiar.      I look at what can come up as you stretch into the next ve...

Do you ever have days where even the simplest things feel impossible? When you're already struggling, it's easy to pile on self-criticism for how you're coping, making a hard day feel even harder. In this episode, I'm sharing a simple approach that can help you reduce that extra layer of judgement and move through difficult days with more self-compassion.       I introduce the concept of a Hard Da...

What do you do when things don't go according to plan? Setbacks can leave you questioning yourself, replaying what happened, or wondering if you should give up altogether. In this episode, I'm sharing the mindset shifts and practical steps that have helped me recover from setbacks, build resilience, and keep moving towards the things that matter most.        Drawing on my own recent experience, al...

Are you moving quickly, or are you actually making progress? We're often taught that faster is better, but what if slowing down is the very thing that helps you move forward? In this episode, I'm exploring why strategic pauses can be one of the most powerful tools for creating meaningful, sustainable progress.       I share why slowing down can feel so uncomfortable, especially when we measure suc...

Have you ever caught yourself offering advice that no one actually asked for? In this episode, I'm exploring why we feel the urge to jump in with suggestions, what's really driving that impulse, and why even the most well-intentioned advice can sometimes create distance instead of connection.        I look at what unsolicited advice can reveal about our own thoughts, emotions, and need to help, al...

Do you ever catch yourself describing parts of your personality as flaws that need to be fixed? In this episode, I'm exploring how the labels you use to describe yourself shape the way you see who you are, and why some of the traits you criticise may actually be strengths viewed through a negative lens.        I explore how self-critical narratives often develop over time and why making yourself t...

Do you ever feel like different parts of you are pulling in opposite directions? In this episode, I'm introducing the concept of the Inner Boardroom, a simple framework for understanding the different voices within you and how they influence the decisions you make every day.        I explore how the various aspects of your personality each bring valuable perspectives, from the visionary and strate...

Do you ever find yourself reaching the start of a new season, unsure what to focus on next? In this episode, I'm exploring why seasonal goals can be such a powerful tool for creating direction in your life and how having a clear focus can make decision-making simpler, even when you're feeling uncertain, exhausted, or pulled in multiple directions.      I discuss some of the common reasons people a...

Do you ever find yourself second-guessing purchases, delaying decisions, or worrying that you'll make the wrong choice? In this episode, I'm looking at the mindset behind buying and decision-making, and the hidden patterns that can affect everything from everyday purchases to bigger investments.       I share some of the filters and questions I use when making purchases and explain how understandi...

What if the biggest factor influencing your results isn't your circumstances, your timeline, or even your actions, but your level of belief? In this episode, I'm exploring the powerful role belief plays in what you create and achieve, and why two people can take similar actions but experience very different outcomes.        I discuss the difference between high and low belief, how belief influence...

Where in your life are you counting yourself out before you've even given yourself the chance to begin? In this episode, I'm exploring the power of heroic attempts and why the decision to enter, participate, and count yourself in is often far more important than the outcome itself.       Using stories from a horse camp adventure, I share what it means to keep going when things are uncomfortable, u...

Do you ever notice yourself feeling irritated when someone doesn't thank you or acknowledge something you've done for them? In this episode, I'm exploring the subtle expectations we can carry around gratitude and recognition, and how easily acts of kindness can become tied to validation, approval, and being seen in a certain way.         I talk about the emotional impact of wanting appreciation fr...

Do you ever notice yourself reacting to a situation and then immediately criticising yourself for having that reaction in the first place? In this episode, I'm exploring the layers of thoughts, feelings, and responses that exist within us, and how easily self-awareness can turn into self-judgement when we expect ourselves to "know better" by now.       I talk about what happens when personal growt...

Do you ever decide that you're ready for a goal, only to find your brain quickly offering very convincing reasons to wait? In this episode, I'm exploring what happens in the space between deciding to pursue something meaningful and actually beginning, especially when resistance, doubt, or seemingly reasonable excuses start to appear.        I break down the common ways your brain delays action, fr...

What could change if you fully committed to one meaningful goal for the next 30 days? In this episode, I'm exploring the power of working within a shorter timeline and sharing a unique opportunity for you to put that focus into practice.        I explain how a 30-day goal creates urgency, sharpens your priorities, and brings your habits, fears, and patterns to the surface much faster than longer t...