Pickleball & Partnership: On Transformation, Growth & the Game of Becoming

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Charlotte demonstrates a powerful coaching exercise she uses for herself and her clients.  She explains that even with great strategy and consistent effort, people can hit an “invisible wall” that is usually driven by unconscious beliefs about worthiness, such as feeling success isn’t safe or believing they don’t deserve it.  Charlotte emphasises embodiment — acce...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is also available in VIDEO format on YouTube. In this episode of the Pickleball and Partnership Podcast, Charlotte reflects on recent conversations about grief and a life change that included losing her mum, discovering she was pregnant two days later, starting a new job five days later, and welcoming her younger brother into her home.  Charlotte explores a listener t...

Send us Fan Mail Charlotte continues last week’s conversation about grief, focusing on pivotal moments when life splits into “before” and “after,” and shares her experience of losing her mum to renal cancer: diagnosis in 1994, death in December 1996 when Charlotte was 27, and the disorienting, overlapping emotions and nervous-system overwhelm that followed.  She describes denial as protection, how...

Send us Fan Mail Charlotte reflects on the overwhelming response to a prior episode featuring a conversation with her mother, who died nearly 30 years ago, and explores grief as a profound expression of love rather than a problem to fix.  Charlotte shares her experience of losing her mum to renal cancer in 1996 at age 27, the disorientation and physical impact of grief, the pressure to support fam...

Send us Fan Mail Charlotte shares an unplanned, deeply personal episode of Pickleball and Partnership reflecting on her mother, who died in 1996 nearly 30 years ago, and the lasting feeling she associates with her—“soft, warm, and brown.”  She leads a quiet, connected conversation with her Mum about what she misunderstood when younger, including the complexity of love and her mother staying after...

Send us Fan Mail Charlotte Jukes shares the uncomfortable cost of going all in on her podcast and new coaching work: the identity loss and grief of stepping away from nursing after 37 years. She describes how being a nurse provided instant respect, external validation, competence, certainty, and the comfort of being known, and how leaving forced her to become a beginner again, tolerate uncertainty...

Send us Fan Mail In this milestone episode of 'Pickleball and Partnership,' Charlotte reflects on a year-long commitment to recording a podcast every week. Despite doubts, fears, and challenges, the journey reveals the power of consistent effort and how it can transform one's identity.  The episode delves into the universal principle that true change comes from going all in on one t...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Happy 1st Birthday Pickleball & Partnership 🥳 🎉 In this episode of Pickleball in Partnership, host Charlotte Jukes delves into the often overlooked Invisible Load that many carry, which makes true rest feel unattainable. She explains how our nervous systems are conditioned to remain in a state of hypervigilance, which impacts our ability to truly relax. Charlotte share...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pickleball and Partnership, host Charlotte Jukes unpacks a common stumbling block: the desperate need for approval from others.  Charlotte explores the evolutionary basis of approval seeking, its modern-day pitfalls, and offers actionable insights on shifting focus from external validation to self-compassion.  Through practical examples and insightful anecdotes,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the concept of identity-based change and how it trumps traditional resolutions that often set us up for failure. Starting with the excitement of a new day, we delve into why resolutions frequently fail and how focusing on who we want to become rather than what we want to achieve can lead to sustainable transformation.  Using powerful examples and metaph...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Pickleball and Partnership, host Charlotte Jukes offers a guided meditation to help listeners manage the unique mix of joy and stress that comes with the holiday season.  Charlotte acknowledges the challenges of family dynamics, travel, and global events, providing listeners with a grounding meditation practice to support nervous system regulation.  Anch...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Pickleball and Partnership,' Charlotte Jukes delves into the pervasive issue of the Inner Critic— that negative voice in your head that undermines your efforts and self-worth.  Charlotte explains the evolutionary origins of this voice and its role as the brain's misguided threat detection system. She provides actionable techniques to change your...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pickleball and Partnership, we delve into the significance of truly feeling your emotions rather than suppressing them. Using personal anecdotes, Charlotte explores how unprocessed emotions linger in our bodies and impact our behaviour on the pickleball court and in life.  Key topics include the 90-second rule for emotional waves, the body’s role as a messenger,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pickleball and Partnership, Charlotte delves into the concept of feeling stuck and how to break free from self-limiting patterns using personal anecdotes and lessons from pickleball.  She explains that being stuck stems from ingrained patterns developed over time and offers a practical framework: becoming aware of these patterns, interrupting them, rewiring new...

Send us Fan Mail Get your FREE Top 10 Tips for Playing Pickleball with Your Partner subscribepage.io/Top-10-Tips-Partner-Pickleball Charlotte from Connection Coaching explores the often-overlooked 'messy middle' of personal transformation and growth - beyond the superficial Highlight Reel.  Through heartfelt stories, personal experiences, and insightful reflections, she emphasises the si...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Charlotte—The Connection Coach—reflects on the power of a summer pause. Between coaching women through transformation, preparing for a life-changing retreat, and finding joy on the pickleball court, she discovered how stepping back can actually move us forward. Charlotte shares why intentional pauses are essential for personal growth and self-empowerment, especial...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, Charlotte Jukes shares her personal experiences and emotions as her adult children leave home repeatedly. She discusses the grief, loneliness, and the cyclical nature of goodbyes, offering insights on how to navigate these emotions with self-compassion.  Charlotte invites listeners to embrace their feelings, lean into their emotions, and explore self-kin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pickleball and Partnership podcast, host Charlotte Jukes explores the deeper meaning of freedom, not just as a citizen but as a person, partner, and soul. Celebrating Canada Day, Charlotte invites listeners to find freedom through movement, laughter, and the game of pickleball. She discusses the therapeutic value of play, the importance of showing up authent...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Pickleball and Partnership,' host Charlotte Jukes introduces the concept of 'The Invisible Third,' the unseen energy that affects interactions and connections with partners, whether on the pickleball court or in personal relationships. Drawing parallels between the game of pickleball and life's partnerships, Charlotte shares a personal...

Send us Fan Mail In this special birthday episode of Pickleball and Partnership, host Charlotte Jukes delves into the poignant intersections of her life at age 56, the same age her mother, Wendy was diagnosed with cancer. Through heartfelt reflections, Charlotte explores the themes of legacy, loss, joy, and what it means to live fully. She shares personal stories of her mother's strength, her...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pickleball and Partnership Podcast, host Charlotte Jukes is joined by Siri Baruc Thornton, a Reiki master teacher, transformational breathwork facilitator, and Akashic record guide. We dive deep into the concept of energy and its impact on various aspects of life, from playing sports like pickleball to personal relationships and overall well-being. Siri shar...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'The Pickleball and Partnership Podcast,' host Charlotte Jukes focuses on the profound impact of living in the moment and storytelling.  Using pickleball as an example, Charlotte explores how being present during the game can lead to a sense of wholeness, free from self-judgment and external pressures. She discusses the universal human experience throu...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a transformative conversation with Sara Weiss, a two-time bestselling author, high-performance success coach, and international motivational speaker. In this episode, Sara shares her remarkable journey from network marketing leader and life coach to becoming a sponsored amateur pickleball champion. She delves into how burnout from her coaching career led her to discove...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Pickleball and Partnership Podcast, host Charlotte Jukes invites Carrie Sans, a Licensed Marriage Therapist and Relationship Mentor, to discuss how pickleball can enhance your relationship. With nearly 20 years of experience, Carrie shares insights on effective communication, the importance of introducing novelty into relationships, and practical steps for a...

Send us Fan Mail In this lively episode of the 'Pickleball and Partnership' podcast, hosted by Charlotte Jukes, the conversation revolves around the themes of connection, communication, and injecting fun into relationships through the game of pickleball. Returning Co-host, Neil discusses his recent injury and recovery, reflecting on how pickleball and its community have positively impact...