Real Talk with Emma Clayton

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of the In Her Head series, the host reflects on the month, discussing the importance of choosing thoughts and strategies that support the change you want to make.  As a thank you to loyal listeners of the show, Emma announces a special gift - short course "Under the Hood", focusing on the neuroscience of change. This course will be released over the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, the host discusses her journey towards healthier habits and weight loss. She emphasises the importance of personalised strategies, rather than restrictive diets, and shares her shift in motivation from appearance to health. She talks about working with functional nutritionist Liz Sergeant, using a blood glucose monitor, and the role of su...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, the host reflects on her previous episode where she shared her personal struggle with binge eating. She emphasises the importance of sharing personal stories to help others feel less alone. She discusses the connection between emotions and behaviours, urging listeners to express emotions healthily. She also talks about her work with Megha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of  the In Her Head series, host Emma Clayton candidly discusses her ongoing struggle with food, admitting to occasionally reverting to unhealthy habits. She shares her feelings of guilt and shame, but also emphasises the importance of self-compassion and acceptance in the process. Emma reveals how working with a functional nutritionist has helped her, and stresses...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, the host reflects on the growth of her podcast, emphasising the importance of celebrating personal milestones and avoiding comparison with others. She expresses gratitude to her listeners and encourages them to share the show. Despite it being Black Friday, she chooses not to participate in the sales frenzy. The episode concludes with the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, host Emma discusses the difficulty of accepting compliments and the importance of self-celebration. She shares personal experiences of struggling to receive praise and encourages listeners to not only hear compliments but truly accept them. Emma emphasises the need to differentiate between self-improvement and self-recognition, urging lis...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, the host explores the concept of 'time traveling' in our minds, where we dwell on past events or worry about the future. They emphasise the importance of being present in the moment, suggesting it provides peace and a deeper connection with our surroundings. The host encourages listeners to practice mindfulness, using examples l...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, the host shares her personal experience of being stood up for a scheduled call. She discusses the frustration and disappointment she felt, and how our thoughts and emotions affect our physical sensations. She emphasises the importance of understanding the thought-feeling-action loop and encourages listeners to be more aware of their own t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the "In Her Head" series, Emma discusses the importance of challenging negative thoughts that can hinder personal growth and success. She shares personal experiences and provides guidance on how to navigate these internal voices. The host emphasises the possibility of changing one's mindset and shares her journey towards creating a supportive inne...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "In Her Head", the host discusses the concept of introspection and the impact of external voices on our thoughts, especially from when we were younger. The host encourages listeners to identify and differentiate these internalised voices, acknowledging the challenge but emphasising its importance. Connect with me on Instagram : https://www.instagram.co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "In Her Head," the host candidly discusses her reluctance to record the episode due to fears of being perceived as crazy. She emphasizes the importance of normalizing the thoughts and feelings we experience, and suggests methods for tuning into our thoughts and patterns, like speaking out loud when alone or journaling. The host also shares personal exp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In Her Head series, the host discusses the importance of self-awareness and conscious decision-making. They share a personal experience of navigating a traffic accident, initially following GPS directions before deciding to trust their own judgment. The host reflects on the tendency to blindly follow external guidance without engaging one's own decision...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Emma shares her fleeting experience with insomnia, using it as an opportunity to observe and analyse her thoughts, a process known as metacognition. She discusses the importance of being aware of our thoughts, most of which are influenced by past experiences and form our beliefs. The speaker emphasises that this awareness is crucial for developing a modern leader...

Send us Fan Mail In this follow on episode of the In Her Head Series Emma talks about the "coulda shoulda woulda" conversation that  can often accompany reflections on past actions or missed opportunities. She shares personal experiences and emphasises the importance of processing emotions, finding outlets for vulnerability in the moment, and responding to self-criticism with compassion...

Send us Fan Mail In her TED talk Brene Brown speaks about the power of vulnerability, but what is missing is the consideration of the timing of sharing what feels vulnerable. Here we explore this under utilised leadership skill and why this has come up for Emma today. She references Dr. Brené Brown's research on shame and the fear of disconnection and  delves into the challenge of deciding wh...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 2! We're doing things slightly differently around here this month. You can expect short, daily episodes with real and raw insights into what goes on in the mind of a modern LeadHer, and more importantly, what she does with that next. In this introductory episode to Season 2 of "In Her Head", host Emma Clayton outlines her vision for the upcoming se...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, host Emma Clayton discusses her experiences with daily sea swimming through October, overcoming mental barriers, and tapping into childlike joy. She shares lessons learned from her swimming challenge, emphasising the importance of stepping out of comfort zones and not waiting for perfect conditions. Emma also talks about her ongoing struggles with food and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Modern LeadHer the podcast, host Emma Clayton shares her personal journey of leaving a long-term corporate job after facing redundancy. She discusses the fear and uncertainty associated with redundancy, but also the opportunities it can offer. Emma shares her experiences of transitioning to self-employment, the challenges she faced, and the fulfilment she found...

Send us Fan Mail The 13th episode on the 13th of the month!  In this episode we're discussing the importance of honouring personal commitments and overcoming resistance. Emma shares her own experiences with resistance, such as a daily sea swim challenge and recording podcast episodes and emphasises the need to be prepared for resistance and to persist despite discomfort. She encourages listen...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, host Emma Clayton discusses her fascination with the Barbie movie and its portrayal of Barbie as a feminist icon. She explores the history of Barbie, highlighting the women behind the doll, including Ruth Handler, the co-founder of Mattel and inventor of Barbie. Emma praises Greta Gerwig, the director of the Barbie movie, for her commitment to empowering y...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Emma Clayton, host of Modern Leader, discusses the idea of balance and finding what feels good for each individual. She explores the idea that balance goes beyond just work-life balance and shares her personal experience of addressing an imbalance through chiropractic adjustments, supplements, and exercises. Emma emphasises that perfection is not the goal,...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Emma Clayton explores the concept of different zones in our lives and how they impact our fulfilment and potential. She discusses the zones of incompetence, competence, excellence, and genius as per the Book: "The Big Leap" by Gaye Hendricks, highlighting the importance of finding and operating in our zone of genius where true fulfilment and pote...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode explores the concept of success and encourages listeners to question their current definition of success. Host Emma Clayton emphasises the importance of aligning your definition of success with your values and desires. She prompts listeners to reflect on their markers of success and suggests looking beyond external factors like money and status. Emma provides...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, host Emma Clayton further explores the concept of unbecoming and the importance of self-awareness. She shares her own experience of striving for success but feeling unfulfilled, realising that her dissatisfaction was indirectly connected to her weight, body image, and self-esteem issues. Emma highlights the role of unwanted habits and behaviours as clues f...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, host Emma Clayton shares her personal journey of unbecoming and finding fulfillment. She discusses the concept of nature versus nurture and how our upbringing shapes our behaviours and beliefs. Emma emphasises the importance of awareness or metacognition in making positive changes in our lives. She shares her own experiences with exploring her thoughts and...