The Inner Work Conversation

…But the most damaging comparison isn’t external - it’s internal . It’s you vs the version of you in your head who: * Never struggles * Always feels motivated * Copes better * Finds things easier That version doesn’t ...even ... exist . But we still use it as the benchmark. And then we wonder why everything feels heavier than it needs to. Why do you find it so hard? Ermmm maybe because it’s (objec...

This episode is a direct follow up to episode 321 linked HERE . Other linked episodes: 280: Powerful assumptions that’ll help you win in business 132: Let’s talk about visibility - are you hiding? 247: “they don’t like me” and other ideas that are screwing you over 212: Building the emotional capacity you need to do business well This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with oth...

Join the book club HERE : https://www.theinnerwork.co.uk/bookclub Mentioned episodes: Sarah Nolan’s “the Wellness Brief” podcast - episode 37 linked HERE * Your brain is sabotaging you * Are YOU secretly sabotaging? * Why overcomplicating things is ACTUALLY self sabotage * Self sabotaging? Fix: assume the opposite * Grit, grace, adversity & acceptance * I self sabotage, you self sabotage - we ALL...

JOIN HERE: https://www.theinnerwork.co.uk/theinnerworkclub - DOORS CLOSE 26th Jan. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

Join the Inner Work Club here: https://www.theinnerwork.co.uk/theinnerworkclub Linked episodes: 297 - Are you ( ready for the Inner Work? 280 - Powerful assumptions that will help you win in business 320 - three things I do to keep myself on track 234 - when you just want to know it’ll all be ok, listen to this 271 - How I got better at handling uncertainty This is a public episode. If you would l...

Join the Inner Work Club here: https://www.theinnerwork.co.uk/theinnerworkclub More episodes on doubt: 280 - Powerful assumptions that will help you win in business 320 - three things I do to keep myself on track 234 - when you just want to know it’ll all be ok, listen to this 271 - How I got better at handling uncertainty This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subs...

Join the Inner Work Club HERE: https://www.theinnerwork.co.uk/theinnerworkclub Episodes linked: 260 - the power of backing yourself in business 240 - the messy middle we need to normalise 264 - the reason you’re stuck & what to do about it 275 - Handling your inner critic 272 - about your self doubt This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...

Doors open to the Inner Work Foundations Monday 12th Jan (doors close 26th Jan) Mentioned in this episode: * Why you avoid self reflection - ep 82 * Signs you need to get clear & unstuck - ep 300 * Feeling stuck? Here’s where to start - ep 294 * Are you building a business (or career) you’re actually happy in? - ep 274 * Are you ready for the Inner Work? Here’s what I look for in my clients - epis...

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I’m walking through my biggest lessons I’m taking from 2025 …and I invite you to reflect on your own year too. Let’s take a minute (or 30) to slow down, zoom out, and take what’s useful for your life and business, in a simple, non-overwhelming way. LINKS : The Inner Work Business Book Club: www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub Episodes mentioned / linked: Episode 186 - I miss my Mum (what to do...

I’m walking through my biggest lessons I’m taking from 2025 …and I invite you to reflect on your own year too. Let’s take a minute (or 30) to slow down, zoom out, and take what’s useful for your life and business, in a simple, non-overwhelming way. LINKS : The Inner Work Business Book Club: www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub Episodes mentioned / linked: Episode 186 - I miss my Mum (what to do...

Ellie Campagna / Rae Creative: www.raecreative.com Instagram: @rae_creative Book Club: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub In this episode, I’m joined by Ellie Campagna, Founder of Rae Creative, for a powerful conversation about what it really looks like to stop forcing, trust yourself, and lead calmly at the next level of business. Ellie shares how she moved from second-guessing her d...

Charlotte’s links: Website: https://www.charlottegoss.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/systems.with.charlotte/?hl=en The Book Club: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

This week’s episode is for anyone who feels like they’re putting in the work but not seeing enough to show for it. That uncomfortable gap between effort and outcome. The moment you start wondering if it’s even working. Your tipping point is coming. You just can’t see it yet. And holding your nerve in that middle bit is the thing most people never learn to do. If you need perspective, reassurance o...

7 day free trial to the book club HERE: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub Linked episodes: 70 - the false benefits of getting in your own way 157 - the false benefits of holding yourself back 275 - the half marathon on (self criticism, self doubt & all that…) 186 - What to do (in business) when someone significant isn’t in your Iife any more This is a public episode. If you would lik...

7 day free trial to the book club is HERE: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

Linked episodes: 152 - When results aren’t happening (quickly enough) 241 - Steady in the storm - how to hold your nerve when it matters most 189 - Coping with uncertainty 271 - How I got better at handling uncertainty 296 - I wasn’t getting results quick enough. Instead of giving up - here’s what I did 237 - How not to give up when it’s hard JOIN THE BOOK CLUB HERE This is a public episode. If yo...

143 - Keep falling off the wagon? To join the Inner Work Business Book Club CLICK HERE: https://thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub#joinbookclub This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

Join the Inner Work Business Book Club – we start Atomic Habits on 1st November, and every new member gets a bring-a-friend-for-free code (limited time only!) Links mentioned in this episode: 277 your brain is sabotaging you & you don’t even know it 268 the antidote to overthinking & procrastination 241 How to hold your nerve This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other s...

If you’ve been throwing more time, effort, and willpower at your goals and it’s still not clicking… this episode is for you. I’m sharing the story of how changing my environment - not my strategy - made growth feel easier, more natural, and more sustainable. We’ll talk about the subtle ways your surroundings can hold you back (without you realising), and how to create an environment that actually...

Related episodes: * 208. Are you playing to win or playing to NOT lose * 203. The costs of dodging disapproval * 137. Being yourself in business * 271. How I got better at handling uncertainty Join the book club HERE: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub Message me / tag me on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to b...

JOIN MY BOOK CLUB HERE Hear my members talk about their experience of the book club HERE for Emma’s episode and HERE for Lisa’s episode This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

JOIN MY BOOK CLUB HERE Hear my members talk about their experience of the book club HERE for Emma’s episode and HERE for Lisa’s episode This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

Join the Inner Work Bootcamp HERE (doors open from 25th - 28th September 2025) Join the Book Club HERE Message me on Instagram HERE This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com

Sign up to the “I’m interested” list HERE: https://courses.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/pl/2148700699 …and you’ll not only be the first to be able to sign up to the Bootcamp (12 weeks, 12 spaces) …but you’ll also get an invite to my FREE “GET UNSTUCK” workshop & replay Also mentioned: The BOOK CLUB - join HERE (7 day free trial) Episodes: 275 - How *I* handle comparison, self doubt & my inner critic...