Unwritten Potential

GPS vs Compass: Why Your Perfect System Is Actually Keeping You Stuck   Have you ever had a perfectly planned day completely fall apart, and instead of pivoting, you just... froze? I had this happen last Tuesday, and it made me realise something huge: we're all stuck in GPS mode when what we actually need is a compass. If you've ever felt like your rigid routine or productivity system is working a...

Important Note : If you're drinking heavily every day or experience withdrawal symptoms, please speak with a healthcare provider before making changes. This advice, based on my own personal experience, is for people questioning their relationship with alcohol, not for managing physical dependence.   Have you ever woken up on a Sunday morning, head pounding, replaying the night before and asking yo...

How to Take Action Before You're Prepared What if I told you that waiting to feel ready is just another way of staying stuck? In this episode, I'm sharing what happened when I stopped waiting for confidence and started making decisions anyway—including how I ended up DJing at the Singapore Grand Prix without feeling ready at all. Why Readiness Is a Decision, Not a Feeling Here's the truth I've lea...

If you've ever felt digitally connected but physically lonely, this episode is for you. I'm diving into why making friends as adults feels impossible and sharing three practical strategies to build real connection in 2025—no awkwardness required. The Friendship Recession Is Real Here's something we don't talk about enough: we're living through a friendship recession, and it's affecting nearly ever...

Before we dive in, if you’d like a structured way to tackle your relationship with your phone? I’ve created a ​ free 7-Day Digital Curator’s Toolkit ​ that walks you through exactly how to reclaim 2 hours daily with practical worksheets and daily exercises. ​ Download it at https://go.unwritten.coach/19 Ever catch yourself mindlessly scrolling with zero memory of opening your phone? I dive into wh...

📖 If you prefer to read the essay, click here. Have you ever found yourself in a conversation with a friend or family member that felt completely disconnected from reality? This will I share a personal rule, "don't argue with stupid", and explore what happens when that rule is challenged by someone you care about falling down a conspiracy theory rabbit hole. This episode dives deep into the psych...

In today's episode, we're unpacking why your good intentions often keep failing: your brain tends to resist positive changes. The Real Reason Your Habits Often Keep Failing Research suggests your brain isn't being lazy, it's actually doing what it evolved to do. When you try to change your behaviour, your brain's systems can treat new habits like potential disruptions to established patterns. This...

Ever caught yourself thinking that your inner critic is actually helping you? I used to believe that too. But here’s the truth: that voice isn’t a coach, it’s a troll, and shame has never been an effective long-term motivator. In this episode, I share the science behind why shame doesn’t work, how it messes with your brain, and the practical strategies you can use to coach yourself with compassion...

🍂 Join the September challenge! ➡️  https://go.unwritten.coach/15 September has a secret most people overlook. It is actually the best time to transform your life. Forget January resolutions that fizzle out by February. This is when your brain and body are wired for change. In this episode, I’ll explain the science behind September energy and share the exact 90-day blueprint you can use to finish...

AI Anxiety Is Real. Here's How to Beat It. The first time I asked an AI to write something for me, I felt two things: complete awe and sheer panic. Sound familiar? In this episode, I'm getting to the heart of what's really driving AI anxiety and sharing my personal strategies for moving from fear to empowerment.   Why AI Anxiety Feels So Personal I see it everywhere: the headlines, the doom-and-gl...

Last week I snorted oat milk latte out of my nose from laughing so hard at brunch with my girlfriend. It was the first proper belly laugh I'd had in weeks, and it hit me like a reset button for my entire nervous system. If you're a high-achieving professional who's forgotten how to prioritise joy without guilt, this episode will show you how to design more aliveness into your daily routine using s...

Last year, I got a screen time notification that literally made me gasp: 18 hours on Instagram in one week while I was trying to build my business. If you're feeling scattered, unfocused, and frustrated with yourself, you're not broken, your brain is being systematically robbed, and I'm going to show you exactly how to take back control of your attention. The Science Behind Why You Can't Focus Her...

The Subtraction Method: Stop These 3 Things to Design a Life You Actually Love   Most wellbeing advice tells you to add more. More habits. More routines. More structure. But what if the real breakthrough comes from what you stop doing? In this episode of Unwritten Potential , we explore the science of subtraction. I’m sharing three simple, research-backed behaviours to stop if you want more clarit...

 🎁 Free Resource: Grab the Overthinker's Toolkit,  a printable guide with all 7 tools to keep on hand when your brain won’t shut up: 👉  https://stan.store/NoemieMooney     Episode Summary What keeps you up at night? In this episode, I’m getting personal, and practical, about something that robs us of peace, confidence, and sleep: overthinking . If your brain feels like it’s stuck on a loop, this...

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Summer is here – messy, glorious, and the perfect time to check in with yourself. This week, I’m mixing it up. This isn’t just an episode to listen to – it’s a  mini   coaching session you’ll do with me . We’re at the halfway point of 2025. Maybe your routines are all over the place, you’re travelling more, staying up late, or just feeling that mid-year fatigue. And maybe those shiny January goals...

You don’t need a retreat in Bali or a perfect morning routine to feel calm and present. In this episode, I  share a no-nonsense approach to mindfulness for busy, real life. Learn how to ditch the wellness perfectionism and bring tiny, sustainable micro-moments of calm into your day.  3 Key Takeaways: ✅ Mindfulness isn’t about emptying your mind or doing it perfectly. It’s noticing what’s happenin...

Ever had a moment where everything on the outside looks great, but inside you feel completely flat? In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story that still hits hard. The morning after a huge work celebration, I woke up feeling totally empty. No energy. No spark. Just this heavy stillness. At the time, I didn’t know what it was. Now I do. It was burnout. If you’re feeling wiped out, disconnected,...

  Tired but wired? Struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling remotely human? You’re not alone — and no, lavender oil isn’t enough. In this episode, we’re ditching the wellness fluff and getting to the root of why your sleep is broken — and exactly how to fix it. We’re talking sleep pressure, circadian rhythms, caffeine cut-offs, perimenopause, nighttime anxiety, and why you need t...

Struggling to stay consistent with your healthy habits? Feeling like you just need more willpower or motivation? This episode will flip that idea on its head. In Tiny Habits, Big Results , I break down the real reason most habits don’t stick — and it’s not what you think. It’s not discipline. It’s not lack of motivation. It’s design. You'll learn: Why motivation is unreliable (and what to focus on...

Cognitive Distortions – Don’t Believe Everything You Think! Have you ever got a thumbs-up emoji reply and instantly thought, 'Ugh, they must be mad at me'? Or missed one workout and started telling yourself, 'I'll never stick to anything'? If, like me, you have, then this episode is for you! Today, we’re calling out those sneaky cognitive distortions that can hold you back—and giving you the tools...

Ever felt like you’re failing at life just because your morning didn’t start with a 5am ice bath and a green smoothie? Yeah, same. Some days you’re in the flow. Other days you’re eating cereal for dinner in yesterday’s gym kit, wondering what day it is. And both are normal. But in the age of hustle-glam wellness culture, it’s easy to forget that. This episode is your reminder that wellbeing isn’t...

Procrastination, Panic and Podcast Why is it so hard to start the things that actually matter to us? So, here’s what should’ve happened: I had the whole afternoon blocked off, my shiny new mic plugged in, and my notes ready to go. The plan? Record this very first episode. The reality? Three hours later and I’d deep-cleaned my drawers, replied to month-old emails, and fertilised every damn housepla...

Hey! I’m Noemie, former Queen of bad habits and corporate go-getter, turned wellbeing coach and personal growth junkie. And in a world full of overwhelming wellness advice, we're here to cut through the noise. This is your space to master healthy habits, transform your mindset, own your wellbeing, and design a life you love — on your terms.  We're ditching the highlight reels and embracing the who...