Our Stories Within

Does the thought of investing in yourself give you the ick?    The reality is a lot of women don't feel comfortable investing time, space, energy, resources, and (of course!) money in themselves.   You know the biggest challenge when I start working with women wanting to make changes in their lives?… Finding the time for that first call! The initial commitment to start the wheels turning.   But, w...

Ever feel like the universe is conspiring against you?    Well, you're not alone! I've had a week of it this week: constant resistance, road block after road block, red light after red light.   I've felt tempted to give up (this is the 4th attempt at this week's podcast episode!), but then I remembered something empowering… I get to choose how I respond.   So, this episode is a short and sweet rem...

Do you ever feel like a spinning top? You've overcommitted, you're overstretched, you have to keep moving and keep busy to stop your world from crashing down.   Busyness isn't necessarily a bad thing - it creates big 'yes' energy! It gets stuff done.   After all, you're a resilient, high-achieving woman whose capacity to execute is through the roof!   But what happens when we unknowingly overstret...

Hands up if you have a to-do list longer than your arm! 🙋   Owing your time to an endless list feels horrible - niggling, irritating, heavy. Rather than feeling in control of your own time, you can feel at the whim of others: other people's needs, other jobs, and other tasks that need doing.   Your time is always in the red.   Well, no more my friend! I'm here with a quick fix to releasing your t...

What nourishes your soul? Walking? Getting out in nature? Cooking? Coffee with friends? Sex?   We all try to set up and keep habits that feed us, make us feel alive, or heal us. But often, these habits slowly become a tick in the box, we start to multi-task, or they drop by the wayside completely.   How many times have you gone for a dog walk to get away from it all and soak in nature, only to mak...

Strap yourselves in because I'm here today with an emotional pep talk just for you to tell you not to give up! Do NOT give up on your dreams. Don't let your unmet desires live dormant. Live a life that lights you up!   I know, I know - life happens and things get in the way. Our dreams can be shelved by changes in responsibilities, changes in circumstance… or a pandemic!   But the dream is NOT ove...

Are you looking for positive change in your life that feels good and creates sustainable results?    Well then, the first step is to forgive. And we're starting with forgiveness of self. That's right - the buck stops with us!   In episode 52 of Our Stories Within, I shared the Triple-A Check to improve self-awareness (one not to miss if you haven't had a listen already!). If, from the Triple-A Che...

Do you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others? Does scrolling through social media leave you feeling inadequate or 'less than'?   Well, no more my friend! It's true, comparison can be the thief of joy. But it doesn't have to be.    It's human nature to compare - so if we can't stop comparing ourselves to others, it's time to turn comparison on its head. In this week's episode of Our...

Our Stories Within is bringing sunshine and high vibes your way today! I am arming you with a super tool for when you're feeling flat, irritated, or overwhelmed. If vibes are low, joy is lacking, or tensions are running high, this is the exercise for you! Simple, effective, and something I recommend you employ regularly.    I'm exploring:   The importance of radical self-awareness How to recgonise...

'Matrescence' - What is it, and what does it mean for you and your life?   It's true - motherhood changes you.    You're the same person, and yet so much is different.   How can we embrace that without losing ourselves?    How might this often beautiful AND confusing time be the catalyst to your greatest freedom and expression?   Today I'm joined by Matrescence Mentor and Energy Coach Kirryn Lee f...

Are you flaky? Or is it that you're flexible? And what determines if that's a good thing or not?   There's a richness to life when you allow your growth and natural shape-shifting to redirect you on your path. The question is, how do you do that without mindlessly bailing on your commitments or abandoning the hopes you hold for your future?   At the time of year when most New Year goals come to cr...

Are you done struggling through your week, your month, maybe even your year?  Are you done being so overwhelmed with all there is to do? I sure am. Life has been quite a lot lately and maybe we're all just crawling our way to Christmas this year.    But, come 2024, I say no more.    If you're ready for a change and willing to change, then come, join me. Today's episode of Our Stories Within is ult...

Are you feeling stretched? Do you feel as if you're running out of bandwidth?    Life doesn't have to be bad for you to feel overwhelmed. Things can be going quite well or not, but either way, A LOT is being asked of you and whatever it is in your life that has you feeling stretched, it's valid.    But, circumstances can't always change and mindset work takes time, so what can you do in the interi...

Has imposter syndrome crept up within you?    Do you often feel flushed when it's your turn to speak?    Are you amazing at advocating for others but struggle to confidently assert your needs and desires?   Then you'll love the insight in today's episode! I'm continuing the conversation on finding your voice, finding your confidence, and speaking up and I have two wonderful coaches joining me on t...

It's time to celebrate! Our Stories Within is turning one! Can you believe it? I'm so proud of the work we've done here. Thank you for listening in. Thank you for showing up for yourself and investing the time and energy into living the life you want to live. I'm so grateful for your support and you won't want to miss today's celebratory episode!   I'm exploring:    How to examine what's blocking...

Have you over-committed yourself?   Have you said yes to too many things?   Do you constantly feel like you're running and running just to keep up with your schedule?   I know the feeling, friends. I've been there, recently even, and I've had to make some adjustments. I know many of you can relate, so today's episode is my invitation to you to make your own adjustments.    It is okay to say No, so...

Do you wish you could speak up more confidently? When it's your turn to speak or ask a question, is your body trembling? Is your heart pounding?   I hear it all the time from my clients. And I've experienced it too.    Whether it's speaking up at work, at home, or in relationships, whatever the circumstance, speaking out and having our voice be heard often brings an element of fear within our mind...

Are you limiting your own joy?    Have you pre-determined just how much success or connection or happiness you're allowed to experience before it will all come crashing down?    Why do we do this?   Why do we brace for impact when everything starts feeling good?    This week on Our Stories Within, I'm questioning why we rob ourselves of moments of love and pleasure and the goodness of life. This i...

I know you don't want to feel blah or beige in life.   You want life to feel full of colour and vibrancy, joy and fun, connection and freedom!    So do I, my friend!   But if you're feeling stuck in the blah, how do you get out? What steps can you take now to bring more colour into your life?    I'm so excited to welcome back Rachel Curran, master coach extraordinaire, to the show today for this s...

I'm back and I'm so delighted to be coming to you from my new home, surrounded by chaos, but full of peace. A lot has changed over this summer break and I truly feel like a different person. It took moving locations and completely changing my surroundings to realize how compressed I was feeling in my former spot and just how squeezed I was in my life with all of its demands.    Can you relate? Do...

We are 40 episodes in! Can you even believe it?    40 episodes of encouraging one another, challenging ourselves to more intention, and questioning what it is we really want for the one life we get to live.    40 episodes of learning more about ourselves and the journey we're on together, as strong, powerful, professional women.    And today's episode is no different. I'm about to be taking a brea...

Is it okay to be emotional? Is it okay to let it out?    Should we really be regulating our emotions constantly and what emotions, if any, deserve to be expressed?    This week on Our Stories Within, I'm navigating my own feelings, my own emotional story within and inviting you to tag along. My family is approaching a period of change as we prepare for a big move, and I'm not going to lie: there's...

Are you thinking about introducing a new habit into your life?    If you knew you could show up for yourself for the next 30 days and accomplish a task each day with consistency, what would that task be?    Would it be related to exercise, mindfulness, food? Would it be meditating or taking a walk every day?    Today I'm bringing you in on what I'm committing myself to. I knew it was time to get b...

What is your model of leadership based on?    Who inspires you in terms of leadership?    Do you feel any pressure to become someone else in your leadership role? A more 'traditional' masculine version perhaps?    So often the standards for leadership are based on an outdated, masculine, and testosterone-driven style, but no more ladies! It's time to embrace more of the innate gifts we have as wom...

Are you looking to make a change when it comes to your diet habits, your sleep habits, or how you manage your stress?    Have you fallen victim to thinking that you have to be perfect to bring about meaningful change in your life?   Today, I'm pleased to welcome Dr. Aileen Alexander to the show to discuss making sustainable changes to health and wellness including diet, stress, exercise, and sleep...