The Purpose Pursuit

In this week’s podcast episode, I talk in much more detail about my own experiences of comparison, how it has held me back and what we can do to help ourselves to get free from it. It really is the thief of joy in the vast majority of cases and means we end up missing out on all the wonderful things right before our eyes. I shed some light on what we can do when the comparison gremlins strike, how...

In this episode, we explore the often negative label of "people pleaser" and its impact on our lives. We reflect on why we sometimes say yes when we mean no, driven by fears of rejection, conditional approval, and low self-worth. Sharing personal insights, we discuss how these patterns leave us feeling stretched and frustrated. We delve into the importance of recognizing our own needs an...

This episode will leave you with a greater confidence in who you are and your ability to lead and influence authentically. It will give you the courage to be you, but even better, and how to use that self-awareness effectively. It will help you see that we can all influence and how we can do it in our own way!

In this week’s episode of the podcast we talk about the Imposter phenomenon in detail. I open up about my own experiences and some of the factors that I think have attributed to my own sense of ‘not measuring up’. We’ll also look at the 5 distinct types of Imposter Syndrome (the work of Valerie Young) to help you work out which is your imposter of choice, and how we can learn to silence the impost...

In this week’s episode of You’re Better Than That, we have an honest chat about overwhelm and get honest about a few home truths that we might need to come to terms with, and, what we might be able to do about it. We chat about: • Why labour-saving devices are the original con • The burden of unpaid labour • How we’re living out our very own Greek myth  • Why we find ourselves doing it (this is a...

In this week's episode, we're exploring a new way to approach time management and embrace the concept of living with limitations. We're challenging the conventional wisdom that says we need to be highly productive and excel at everything. Instead, we're focusing on intentionality, balance, and the beauty of simplicity. 

Why are we so obsessed with it? Why do we feel the need to keep hacking it? How many clocks do you have in your house? The reality that we all need to come to terms with is, we never really  have  time. What does he mean by this? Well, you’ll need to listen to get the full explanation but essentially, we don’t ever actually control time. We may see it as something to control and master - but it’s...

Procrastination is a part of life. It’s a part of life that can drive me crazy - when I see it in myself, but probably even more so when I see it in others. most of the things we struggle with can't just be solved by slapping a sticking plaster on the situation. Irritatingly we need to go a bit deeper and look at the reasons behind why we are doing what we are doing. Only then can we start to...

I would love to introduce you to our first guest, my friend, Olivia Barker-White. Along with her friends Corrie and Sam, Olivia founded a fantastic charity called Kids Club Kampala, back when she was too young to know better. Before she was too young to realise she didn’t have all that it takes to do this. And yet, look where she is, doing it anyway, and doing a fantastic job. Olivia is mum to thr...

In this episode, I delve into the significance of Easter Saturday and how it resonates with moments of disappointment in our lives. It's a quiet, in-between phase where many of us feel adrift and unfulfilled. I share personal insights on the importance of managing expectations, stressing the need to communicate them clearly in relationships to avoid unnecessary disappointment. Reflecting on my...

Don’t you just love spring? Signs of life in the garden, longer days, easter bunnies, blossom, and chocolate. It’s also a new season. A fresh start. A great chance to start over, go again and try at something we might have given up at. Today’s podcast episode focuses on exactly this - fresh starts, what helps us succeed and what doesn’t help at all. I’ll also share the one equation you need to fig...

In this episode, we delve deep into the poignant insights offered by Bronnie Ware's book, "Top 5 Regrets of the Dying." Drawing from her experiences as a palliative care nurse, Ware shares the profound regrets expressed by individuals nearing the end of their lives. These regrets serve as poignant reminders of the importance of living authentically and purposefully. We explore each o...

Join me this episode as I focus on a few things in light of International Women’s Day!  What’s it like to be in the minority in a situation? How can we be more aware of how it feels when someone in our group is ‘the only one’? Why does diversity matter? What about tokenism - how does it feel when you wonder if you’ve been selected not solely on your abilities but because you’re helping to bring ab...

Do you count audio books as reading? We debate this very important topic in this week’s podcast, alongside taking you through a few of my favourite books from the last twelve months. I share some books I loved, and one I didn’t, and reflect on a few life lessons that came from what I’ve been reading!

In this episode, I reflect on the recent launch of the ‘You’re Better Than That” podcast, sharing my personal experiences and insights gained from stepping out of my comfort zone. The key points discussed include: vulnerability in launching, team effort & seeking help, learning curve & imperfection and balancing challenge with realistic measures. 

This week, we're diving deep into the realm of loneliness – from personal anecdotes to leadership challenges. Join us as I share stories that hit close to home, exploring how we all navigate those moments of feeling on the edge.

This week, I've been musing over something that hits close to home – values. You know, those guiding principles that shape our choices, decisions, and overall outlook on life. Ever found yourself at a crossroads, feeling like your values are not in sync with your reality? Well, you're not alone. Let's unpack this together and explore how it might be time for some recalibration.

The heart of our conversation centres around the importance of letting go and resisting the urge to hold on.