Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos

Welcome to another episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast! This week, one of my clients asked: "How will I know the difference between letting go and not caring anymore?" She was experiencing a great lack of enthusiasm at the start of the year and she had recently heard the expression 'quiet quitting'. "Am I quietly quitting?" she asked me. What a great question! This is what we...

Welcome to Episode 126 of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast, where we explore personal development, self-discovery, and practical tips to enhance your life. In today's episode, we delve into the empowering practice of choosing a "Word of the Year" and how it can positively impact your life. Word of the Year is a guiding word or phrase, chosen to set the tone for personal growth, inten...

Today on Finding Serenity in The Midst of Chaos Podcast, we talked about the one thing that gets in your way of achieving goals, especially the ones you set at the start of the year. Ian gave some examples of the goals he/and most people set at the start of each year and we discussed why 80% of people would fail them by the end of week 3.  We talked about this topic last year in Epi...

This week on Finding Serenity in The Midst of Chaos Podcast, we took the time to reflect on the year and talked about how Ian and I lived into our words of the year for 2023.   Did you choose a word of the year {{ first_name }}?   If you did, use this opportunity to reflect on how you lived in line with this word and consider what word you might choose for the coming year.   Tune in...

This week on Finding Serenity in The Midst of Chaos Podcast, I gave examples of 'BEing' the change I wanted to see in the world when I did a complete U-Turn on my career and decided to become a coach after almost 2 decades in the Food Industry. It is easy to expect others to change or force them to change, but I had the greatest breakthrough when I realised the only thing I can change is MYSELF. T...

This week on Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast, I talked about why is it important to be a better YOU this Christmas! and how can you do that. You can do this by first mastering your mindset and prioritizing what is important to YOU!🥰⛪ Then, and ONLY then you will become  A better mum, A more compassionate boss, More loving wife, More attentive daughter and live a better life!...

In this week's episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast, we talk about perfection and why striving for perfection can in fact kill your career. First of all, perfection is an illusion. Perfect doesn't exist, because it is a relative term and everyone's idea for perfect is different. Secondly and more importantly, the need to be perfect comes from the belief that 'you are not good...

This week on Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast, we talked about the 2 fundamental reasons why you can't stop doing (in other words being busy) and start being present. This, in fact, is another listener's question. The exact question was: "How do we become more intentional in moving from Doing to Being?" The answer to this question is simple, on the surface, and that is: Just be more...

Thanks for joining another episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast. This week we are back with Daniel and talking about 4 daily habits that can help you create focus and consistency in your day. As Daniel experiences his focus and consistency in his work decreases as the week progresses, even though he is clear on his goal and what he needs to focus on. He just finds it hard...

This week's podcast episode is dedicated to all my old R&D colleagues who are losing their jobs early next year, along with 250 people in the local coffee factory I used to work in. Earlier this week, I talked about the power of visualisation to help deal with uncertainty and the news came on the same day. So I decided to talk about it again on this special episode ----------------------------...

Welcome to another episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast. This week we are talking about the missing piece between where you are and where you want to be. As we mentioned in this episode, the missing piece, or the bridge is 'Commitment'. But as always there is a twist! You see, you are always committed to something and what you are committed to determines the outcomes you achie...

Welcome to  Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast. the show where we explore the ever-elusive concept of work-life balance. In today's episode, we delve into the age-old question: Does a blissful work-life balance really exist, or is it merely a myth? Join us as we uncover the truth and share insights on how to achieve a fulfilling balance in your life. Segment 1: The Work-Life Balan...

Welcome to another episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast, where we explore personal development, resilience, and the power of positive thinking. In today's episode, we're diving deep into the topic of overcoming adversity by harnessing the incredible power of your thoughts. I specifically talked about the recent unpleasant experience of my brother breaking his kneecap on a bike...

Welcome to another episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos podcast, the show where we explore the intriguing aspects of human behaviour, emotions, and mindset. In today's episode, we delve into the distinction between being committed and being passionate. We'll unravel the nuances of these two crucial attributes and understand how they shape our actions and pursuits. Segment 1: Defining...

Good things come to those who…. I am pretty sure you are starting to fill in the blank in your head 🤔. In this week's episode, Ian, Daniel and I did exactly that! Here is a summary of my perspective Good things come to those who…. 🥰 love what they do 😊 are patient 😉 Do the necessary work, even when it is hard, 🤩 Remember to find and feel the joy in every moment 🥰 appreciate all the good thin...

"How to set boundaries with people who push themselves upon you without your consent!"   This was the question I answered on today's podcast episode!   You too might have people in your life, who put you under pressure to do something without even giving you a chance to think.😟   So, you end up saying yes, but deep down you are saying NO!   Examples: Go for a few drinks after...

This week on Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast, we are answering another listener's question. The question was: "How to find a new purpose after major changes in life?" Major life changes may be moving house, starting a new job, having a baby, loss of someone you love, divorce, finding a new life partner or change in physical ability after a major incident. As you'll hear in this epis...

" I am worried how I will cope with a high-pressured job at the end of maternity leave!" ... This was the question I answered on today's podcast episode! This is a great question and a situation I have gone through twice myself. So I had so many great insights to share. I specifically shared 3 simple and practical strategies to deal with this. If you are in a similar situation (it doesn't have to...

In this week's episode, I answered a specific question from one of our listeners. The question was: How do you discover what you want and how do you go about pursuing it when money is an issue. I broke this question down to 2 parts and talked in detail about both separately. It is easy to discover what you want, even you think you don't yet know what you want. The fact that you are even asking the...

Welcome to another episode of Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos Podcast. In today's thought-provoking discussion, we delve into the intricate world of wearing masks in social interactions. No, we're not talking about the physical face masks we've all become familiar with in recent times, but rather the metaphorical masks we put on to be liked and to fit in. In his last episode with me to...

Today we talked about the 'truth' vs. the information we are fed daily by the media and how it can affect your life on a daily basis. This is the longest episode to date, but a great topic to delve deeper into. We specifically talked about why I stopped watching the news almost 10 years ago and the effects it had on my life and the lives of my family. Tune in today to discover how you can cha...

In today's episode, we have our special guest Daniel, a -17-year-old A-level student, with us again. Today is the day 16-year-olds in the UK find out their GCSE results and this could be a turning point in their life. One year ago today, Daniel himself experienced this and he is here to tell you all about that experience and how he shaped his life choices today. Plus Ian talks about how other...

Today, we are talking about what it takes to transform your life whether you are 17 or 47? We have a special surprise guest, Daniel Fleming. He is a 17-year-old A-level student, and also Ian, my co-host's son. He brings his unique perspective on why he finds it so hard to change some things, whilst he changed some other things easily! This is an insightful conversation that will benefit you whethe...

In today's episode, we will explore a common challenge many of us face—how to quieten our inner voice. Our thoughts can sometimes become overwhelming, leading to anxiety, self-doubt, and stress. Join us as we uncover effective techniques to silence that inner chatter and find inner peace. Here are some points that might help you Understanding the Inner Voice: We begin by delving into the concept o...

Welcome to Finding Serenity in the Midst of Chaos podcast, where we embark on a fascinating exploration of the question, "What future are you experiencing?" In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the dynamic nature of time and the profound impact our present actions have on the unfolding future. Join us as we explore the concept of living in the moment while being conscious of the path a...