Thrive in Life with Amanda Kate

From the outside, you look fine. You’re functioning. Showing up. Managing your responsibilities. Getting things done. But internally? You feel flat. Disconnected. Emotionally exhausted. Like you’re surviving your life instead of actually experiencing it. In this episode, we unpack what I call “quiet depletion” — the nervous system state so many high-functioning women are living in without even rea...

Most people don’t actually process their emotions. They avoid them. Suppress them. Distract themselves from them. Numb them. Push through them. And then wonder why they still feel heavy, reactive, anxious, emotionally exhausted or disconnected from themselves. Because emotions that aren’t properly processed don’t just disappear. They stay stored in the body. In this episode, we unpack why emotiona...

Imposter syndrome gets thrown around like a diagnosis. But what if it’s not a syndrome at all? What if the feeling of being an “imposter” is simply what happens when your environment expands faster than your identity… and your nervous system hasn’t caught up yet? In this episode, we unpack the real reason imposter syndrome feels so consuming and why most people spiral into shame instead of using t...

You don’t need more awareness. You already know your patterns. You know your triggers. You know where it comes from. And yet… you’re still repeating the same behaviour. Your nervous system is wired to choose what’s familiar over what’s better. Even when “familiar” looks like self-sabotage, procrastination, people-pleasing, overworking, or shrinking. If you’ve been stuck in a loop of: Overthinking...

Lucy Ellis joins us for an honest and grounding conversation about the power of introspection, reconnecting to our inner child and bringing ourselves back to the heart. So many of us move through our days on autopilot reacting, pushing through, and ignoring how we actually feel until our nervous system forces us to pay attention. In this episode, we explore why self-reflection isn’t indulgent or “...

If you’re the kind of person who goes all in - until you burn out  this episode is for you. For years, I lived in that “go hard or go home” energy. I’d get inspired, jump in with both feet, and then wonder why I couldn’t stay consistent or sustain it.  Every time I threw myself fully into something new, I was actually sending my nervous system into panic mode. Big leaps sound sexy. But when your b...

Eight weeks. One caravan. Two kids. A husband. And one hell of a journey. In this episode, I’m sharing the real lessons I’ve learnt from living on the road — lessons about time, urgency, safety, success, and what it truly means to thrive instead of just survive. These past two months cracked me wide open. I thought slowing down would be easy, but I quickly realised my nervous system was still addi...

Ever had that pull to do something wild—like pack up your whole life and travel around Australia while still running a business and raising a family? Yeah, we did that. And in this episode, I’m giving you the honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to leap into the unknown… and hold yourself steady when all the fears, doubts, and ‘what the hell are we doing?’ moments come rolling in...

Society has sold us many lies.  That femininity = long hair. That beauty looks a certain way. That success looks a certain way. That our worth is somehow tied to how well we fit into these outdated, BS standards. But what happens when you challenge that? In this episode of Thrive in Life, I’m sharing the story behind my decision to chop my hair off and why it became so much more than just a haircu...

Ever told yourself, "I could never do that" ? Yeah, me too. Before I set my sights on completing a ½ Ironman triathlon, I fully believed I wasn’t capable. But here’s the thing—what you believe becomes your reality. You think you can’t? You’ll prove yourself right. You think you can? Well, you might just shock yourself BUT …. You don’t HAVE to believe in yourself before you get after your...

If you’ve ever felt like life is just happening to you, this episode is your wake-up call. You get to decide the kind of person you become—so are you going to own that power, or let your circumstances decide for you? Kicking off season 3 with a new name and whole new vibe! So let's set the scene for 2025 shall we. You can consciously choose to change in ways you WANT to OR, unconsciously chan...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about domestic violence, abuse, and suicidal ideation, which may be distressing to some listeners. Please prioritize your well-being and listen with care. If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to a trusted professional or contact a local support service. In this powerful and raw episode, Tayla bravely opens up about her journey of he...

WOAH! A few years ago (before this podcast existed) I ran a series of interviews called “An Inspired Story” where I interviewed current and past clients about their healing and transformation journey and I am low key PUMPED to share it here on the podcast FINALLY.  Mel and I have been working together almost 12 months now and it has been the most beautiful and inspiring experience supporting and w...

Ever feel like you're setting goals based on where you are, rather than where you could be? In this episode, we're talking about the power of dreaming beyond your current model of the world and why it’s time to stop letting your limitations define your vision. If you're tired of playing small and want to start setting goals that align with your full potential— not your current const...

In today’s NO-BS episode, I’m breaking down why radical responsibility HAS to happen in order for us to create change. We’re getting into the harsh truth: that if you are stuck seeing or feeling like nothing is changing, you may be in victim mode (using excuses, blaming others or circumstances and waiting for things outside of you to change) and not even realize it!  I’ll share the uncomfortable t...

Unresolved trauma wears many disguises. I mean... I never "thought" I had any trauma.... I just thought I was f$%^ed up 🤣 Trauma is sooooo mis-understood - you might think  But i had a great childhood  Nothing  ‘that bad’ happened to me Yeah but that happened so long ago, it’s not impacting me now  If this is you… you must register for next weekend's free Trauma Tripping You Up? Ma...

I took a hiatus…. And sometimes we NEED to do this. So I am BACK and dropping some truths on breaking these ‘bad’ patterns or habits we can’t seem to shake. I share with you HOW you can get to the bottom of the patterns or habits you have so you can change them.  Understanding that WE create these patterns or behaviors as an adaptation, response to our experience. Essentially, we created them beca...

So pumped to chat to one of my besties Brooke McIntosh in another episode to dive DEEP. We talk about  Inner child work  Unlearning limits to relearn your potential  Our own journeys and stories of stretching ourselves with our goals  How to build our capacity for more in life  Join us for this empowering and deep chat about becoming limitless and what is REALLY required to step into your true pot...

One super power we have that we take for granted is the power of decision making!  We can get stuck in the mud way too often when we THINK we don't have a choice. When we FEEL powerless and at the effect of people, stuff and things outside of ourselves.  In this episode I want to show you the power of  just #1 decision and how just 1 decision can COMPLETELY change your life!  When we become a...

Have you ever wondered what the difference was between those who seem to have their relationship with money dialed in, abundance flows easily and opportunities for more show up often … and those who struggle to hold money, create more abundance and wealth and who avoid mastering how to manage money?? I have! For as long as I have been fending for myself financially, it has been pretty clear that I...

There is nothing better than 2 of your FAVE mentors EVER saying yes to coming on the podcast that would NOT exist if it wasn't for their most incredible support and coaching over the past 8 years. Paul and Juliet are the power couple behind Evolve & Relaunch and join me on the poddy to talk all things leveling up in life, what led them down the path of this incredible life changing work....

There is nothing like being hit by a truck (literally) to wake you up to stepping into your limitless power! This is exactly how Brooke McIntosh did… she walked away without a scratch from being hit by a truck at 100km/hr on the freeway. She could have brushed it off as luck… but she chose to make it mean it was her second chance to make the impact she was destined to make. And boy has she!?! Join...

Today’s episode makes my heart sing. The incredible Melanie of @letsgetlayered has been a major inspiration to me and so many, with what began as daily fit checks of her extravagant outfits on her daily commute to work, Melanie has quickly become an advocate for mental health and self expression.  Not only is she a style icon! She is a gorgeous, humble woman who has overcome her own challenges and...

Welcome back, lovely listeners, to a fresh year of the podcast! Strap yourself in for an impactful season of episodes designed to support you with  A coach yourself series  EPIC guests and interviews  Real life stories of clients who have healed and leveled up their health and happiness  And so much more We kick off the season with my top 5 INS for 2024 when it comes to self growth, healing and ha...

Ready for some serious #2024Goals inspo? This episode dives deep into the art of setting a kick-ass vision for the year ahead! 🚀✨ I talk to  The power of reflection (you HAVE to do this if you want something different in 2024) How our limiting stories are the KEY to visioning what is possible in the new year Disconnecting from what we THINK we should aim to achieve and how to connect to what we...