Live Brave with Dr Margie Warrell

Jacqui Cooper is indisputably the greatest aerial skier of all time. Having represented Australia for over 20 years, Jacqui competed in 139 World Cup events, nine World Championships and was a key competitor in five Winter Olympic teams. Jacqui's story is one of self-belief, passion, triumph, tragedy and the ability to overcome adversity against the odds. If you've ever struggled with doubt and di...

Let's face it, if it were easy to pursue a big bold vision for your life, more people would be! In this podcast, I share three simple actions you can take to set yourself up to thrive and rise in 2020... and far beyond.  To learn about my Reset Your Life Compass course, visit resetyourlifecompass.com (I also share a discount code in the podcast!). You can also check out my last book, Make Your Mar...

The quality of our relationships is determined by the quality of the conversations we have in them. Yet too often the conversations we most need to have are those we least want to have. They require us to risk vulnerability, emotional discomfort and confrontation. All of which we are wired to avoid. In this podcast, I share how to find your courage to speak up in ways that build trust, deepen rela...

In a world that is constantly pressuring us to fit in, keep up and look good, it's easy to grow disconnected with the truth of who we are. In this conversation, I talk to fellow coach and author Kemi Nekvapil about what it means to show up as 100% human and to live deeply authentic and truly power-full lives. More on Kemi at www.keminekvapil.com

On a recent trip to New York I had the opportunity to chat with Alicia Tillman, Chief Marketing Officer, SAP. In this podcast, she shares her insights about moving up the ranks in large organizations including the importance of playing from your strengths and asking yourself "What would my future self want me to do right now?" Alicia shares practical advice for anyone who aspires to greater succes...

Marianne Williamson is not your usual Presidential candidate. Yet as she explains in this candid interview, it's unreasonable to think that those whose political careers have created the current situation in America are those best suited to lead it out of it. Marianne opens up about the mockery she's received running a campaign built on 'the politics of love', waging a moral revolution against col...

Ever worry about what other people think of you? As social beings, it's only natural to want to be liked. Yet too often we let the opinions of others hold greater weight in our lives than our own. In doing so, we surrender our power to them, letting what they think determine the value we place on ourselves, stifling our authentic self-expression. This podcast will help you reclaim the power you ma...

How would you cope if your worst nightmare came true? Rosie Batty found out when her son Luke was brutally killed by her estranged partner. Her brave and compassionate response to this horrific trauma inspired millions yet it couldn't heal the primal wound in her heart. In this heartwarming, and heart-wrenching conversation, Rosie shares her insights on refinding her humor and channeling her pain...

We aren't wired for taking the brave option, we're wired for taking the safe one. In fact, our brains are wired to focus more on what we could lose than what we might gain. Little wonder we too often look back and wished we'd been braver. In this podcast, I share how you can rethink the risk so you can do just that.

Lynne Twist is a global visionary committed to ending world hunger. From working with Mother Theresa to mentoring Nobel Laureates, she's gained unique insights into our unconscious beliefs about money and how rethinking our relationship to money gives us access to a richer experience of life. If you've ever had angst around money, this illuminating conversation is for you.  More about Lynne, her b...

As human beings, we live in 'stories' - the things we tell ourselves about who we are. As we create these stories, they create us; expanding our future... or shrinking it. Where are your stories holding you back? In this podcast, I share how you can step back from your stories and rewrite the ones that are not serving you so you can live a more meaningful and more connected and more authentic life...

As President and CEO of the United Nations Foundation, Kathy Calvin has been instrumental in leading a host of initiatives that have improved the quality of life for millions of people around the globe. In this interview, she talks about her lessons on leadership, fixing mistakes, managing stress, and building a more equitable world.

Ever hold back from  speaking  up or taking the stage because it makes your stomach squirm? Fresh off the stage from doing the closing keynote address at a large speakers convention, I share my three-pillar framework to help you  speak  up (whether it be to an audience of one or one million!) with  greater presence and to achieve better outcomes, for yourself and others. 

New York Times Bestselling Author Ron Kaufman has built an international reputation as an expert on customer service. Yet his passion for service goes far beyond a transactional exchange. In this high energy and thought-provoking conversation, Margie and Ron unpack what it means, and what it takes, to live life in service of others. If you're ready to be inspired… listen up! 

When someone you care about is doing it tough, it's human nature to want to ease their burden or make it all go away. It's why when others fear is in overdrive and their faith is fragile, you must be extra strong in your own. In this podcast, I share my hard-won wisdom on staying strong when your heart is hurting for someone, doubling down on your 'best-self' rituals, and leaning into your own cou...

Ending world hunger sounds like an audacious goal, but as Cathy Burke shares in this illuminating interview, it's entirely possible. As CEO of The Hunger Project in Australia and later Vice President of the Hunger Project globally, she learnt first-hand just how powerful a shift in mindset can be. Cathy's insights will help you rethink how you are approaching your challenges, beginning with learni...

Courage is a skill and like all skills, it can be learned. To mark the release of my book Train The Brave (the updated version of Brave which is part of Wiley's new Be Your Best book series), I dive into the psychology of building courage, conquering fear, taking risks and putting yourself 'out there' so that you can live a bigger, more meaningful and far more fulfilling 'no-regrets' life. Order y...

When more women are seated at decision-making tables, better decisions are made. Yet despite the progress toward gender equity over recent decades, women still lag behind men on many measures — from what they earn to the power they wield at decision making tables. While many factors explain the gender gap, one of the most important levers to plugging the 'leaky pipeline' and capturing the full val...

Often the biggest critic and naysayer in our life is the voice in our own head; the one that is constantly dialling up our doubts, second-guessing our abilities and over-ruminating our decisions. While no one is immune to the voice of an "inner critic" everyone has the ability to reclaim the power we often give it to call the shots.     Enjoy this passionate conversation with Susan Brady, author o...

Bill   Treasurer  has learnt a lot about overcoming fear and living bravely since his younger days as a professional high diver. As an author (his latest book is The Leadership Killer ) and CEO of Giant Leap Consulting,  Bill  is passionate about encouraging others to take a 'giant leap' over their fears so they can lead braver lives and make a bigger mark. In our conversation, we discuss the thre...

There's a lot of talk about love around Valentine's Day. Finding perfect love. Keeping love alive. Yet at the heart of what is required to enjoy deeply loving relationships is the ability to be loving toward ourselves. So this Valentine's, consider how you could be more loving of yourself. In particular, how you can extend inward a little more mercy when you mess up and fall short of being the eve...

If you're often doubting whether you've got what it takes, this episode is for you! Listen to my insights on how to reframe your self-doubt and take the brave actions that will help you realize how little reason you truly have to doubt yourself. As I share, in recounting my own wrestling match with self-doubt, "Our doubts are part and parcel of what it is to be human. It's our job to ensure they d...

It's easy to look at people like bestselling author and positive psychology expert Michelle McQuaid and assume they've had it easy; that they have it all together, all the time. Yet Michelle, like so many other accomplished people, has overcome immense challenges including sexual abuse as a girl. Raised in a highly dysfunctional and violent family, she left home at 16 to make her way in the world....

What would you love to accomplish in 2019? As you begin a new year, I invite you to "begin with the end in mind" and imagine what your ultimate vision of success looks like over the next 12 months. Only when you dare to connect with the boldest and most inspiring vision for your life (however scary!) will you find the courage, grit and resilience you need to become the person you're capable of bei...

Linda Cruse is a force of nature whose humanitarian work around the globe has won her the praise of Sir Richard Branson, the Dalai Lama, and HRH Prince Charles. It began when, as a stressed-out single mum, she was struck with temporary blindness. It rocked her to the core but made her confront the question: "What is the point of living if it has no point?".    In this uplifting interview, Linda wi...