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In this episode I continue sharing my late diagnosis journal, picking up where part one left off and following the months after receiving my AuDHD diagnosis. Reading back these entries has been a beautiful reflective experience for me, and I wanted to share them with you in the hope that there is something in here that feels helpful, whether you have recently received your own diagnosis, have know...

In this deeply personal solo episode, I share my own late identification journey as an autistic woman with ADHD by reading directly from the journal entries I wrote in the weeks and months following my diagnosis, the real, unfiltered reflections I never expected anyone else to read. This is part one of a two part series, with part two following in a fortnight. Whether you are neurodivergent yourse...

Welcome back to season 11 of the podcast! Something has changed, but a lot of things still remain the same. If you've been here from the start, you know this podcast has evolved before. It's evolved again and I'm so excited to share this new chapter with you. In this episode I'm talking about why I made the shift, what it means, and what's still at the heart of everything I do. If you're new here,...

As women, we're often looking for the next thing to add. The next strategy, habit, or tool that's finally going to make everything click into place. It comes from a good place, we care deeply about what we do. Someone came to me not knowing what she needed to add to her life to thrive. What became clear as we talked? She didn't need to add a single thing. It's what she'd been removing that now all...

Have you ever felt a quiet nudge telling you that there is a gentler way forward? In this episode, I'm joined by my dear friend and colleague Emily Wilkinson to share the heart-centred story of how my debut book finally found its way into the world. We talk about the "flow" that allowed me to write from a place of depth and sustainable growth, rather than forcing myself into a box that didn't fit....

In this bite-sized solo episode, I'm bringing you real answers from real people. Fresh off the first stop of my book tour on the Sunshine Coast, I'm sharing the responses from a heartfelt group activity I ran at my live event, where attendees reflected on one simple but powerful question Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn Resources Reclaim Your Time and Energy: 6 Key Boundaries for Women Business Owners D...

What if the brain fog, mood shifts, weight changes, and sense of losing yourself weren't signs that something was wrong with you, but signs that your body was going through one of the most significant transitions of your life? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Gray, pharmacist, nutritionist, certified menopause practitioner, and author of It's Not You, It's Perimenopause. With over 25 years i...

One of the best things about being your own boss? You can work in your pyjamas and that's exactly what I'm doing in this episode! But it's about so much more than just comfort, it's about recognising that you get to make the rules now. You can choose your hours, work under a blanket if that soothes your nervous system, and build routines that actually suit you. This episode is a gentle reminder th...

Over the years working with many many women, I've heard so many of them half-jokingly say I am going to quit and become a florist. But for my latest guest, that wasn't a joke, it was a necessary pivot to save her well-being. We dive into the concept of "Active Mindfulness" for those who struggle to sit still, and the vital strategy of "locking In" your joy. This is a conversation about making choi...

I am absolutely thrilled to share that today is officially publication day for From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion! To celebrate, I wanted to do something a little different for the podcast this week. Instead of a standard business tip or strategy, I sat down to read you one of the excerpts from the book. You know that part of you that gets snarky, "prickly", or just plain rude when you are stres...

Is your current routine supporting the future you, or accidentally sabotaging you? In this solo episode, we dive into the relationship with our Future Self. This isn't about adding pressure or striving for perfection; it's about building a relationship with yourself based on compassion. Tune in for a gentle reality check on how to stop just surviving and start thriving, for your sake, and theirs....

In this episode, I'm joined by voice coach Sally Prosser to dismantle the myth that you need to be perfectly polished to be heard, revealing why your "stumbles" might actually be the key to deeper connection. We dive into the psychology of safety, the vital difference between time management and "energy mastery," and the wild story of how she manifested a meeting with Oprah; if you're ready for "b...

Welcome to Season 10 of Welcome to Self®, it is such a pleasure to have you here for this new chapter. In this opening episode, I am inviting you to take a long exhale and think about the relationship you have with your future self. Everything we do in the here and now is either a benefit to our future self or a cost they will have to pay later on. Join me as we explore how to move forward intenti...

In this final, heartfelt episode of Season 9, we wrap up an incredible season of milestones and powerful stories of hope and recovery. I express my gratitude for the incredible guests who opened up about their burnout journeys this season, celebrate our milestone of 100 episodes, and announce that pre-orders are now open for my debut book, From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion . Season 10 returns m...

Cherie is back for another episode! I'm so excited to share this chat with you. Cherie was achieving all the external markers of success while quietly drowning in burnout, chronic insomnia, gastric ulcers requiring surgery and thoughts she couldn't share with anyone, not even her husband. The scariest part? Nobody could tell. In this episode, Cherie shares what high-functioning burnout really look...

This week's solo episode is all about recognising self-neglect in its everyday forms. While processing pre-orders for my new book "From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion," I'm sharing some of the checklist that catches almost everyone off guard, yes, even people who think they're doing self-care well. I talk about skipping meals because others need you, minimising your feelings, staying in jobs you...

What happens when ambition costs you everything? In this week's episode, I sit down with Kim Elizabeth James, tech founder, keynote speaker, and burnout survivor, who shares the moment her body finally said "enough." From chronic insomnia and physical pain to that pivotal Monday night when she couldn't move forward, Kim gets honest about what burnout really looks like when you're the person everyo...

Do you feel depleted, constantly giving until you have nothing left? You might be caught in a cycle of self-neglect that's far more subtle and dangerous than you realise. In this episode, we shine a light on the sneaky, everyday habits that cause you to push your own needs, dreams, and well-being to the back burner. It's not about being busy; it's about ignoring the fact that you are human first....

Join me for a conversation about the one practice that's completely transformed how I take care of myself. If I could give you just one piece of advice as an anti-burnout coach, this would be it. It takes less than a minute. You can do it anywhere. And it might be the simplest yet most powerful thing you do for yourself all day. In this bite-sized episode, let's talk about why this practice matter...

How do you redefine yourself when the "hard worker" identity you've built your life around suddenly collapses? In this inspiring and candid conversation, I welcome the multi-talented entrepreneur Marion Grasby. While the world sees her as the successful founder of Marion's Kitchen and a dynamic force in the food industry, Marion reveals the deeply personal story of a two-year battle with burnout s...

Join me for a very special episode as we celebrate a huge milestone: 100 episodes of the podcast! On this solo episode, I'm sharing why celebrating your wins, no matter how small, is one of the most important things you can do for your business and your well-being. I'll be talking about my own journey from burnout to thriving, and why I believe that taking the time to stop, acknowledge your accomp...

In this episode, I'm joined by clinical psychologist, Shannon A. Swales. Shannon, the author of Nothing Left to Give and host of the Midlife Reclaimed podcast, specialises in burnout prevention and recovery, having navigated her own experience of midlife burnout. We get honest about a question we both had to face: when is "just tired" actually something more? Shannon opens up about the devastating...

Almost 10 years ago, I was juggling my business, family, and life in general and even though I was doing more, I felt like it was never enough. I was experiencing burnout without even realising it and it took a devastating toll on my health, income, and relationships. In this raw and unfiltered chat, I reveal the early warning signs I missed, the difficult decisions I had to make, and the powerful...

Welcome back! For our ninth season, we're diving deep into the topic of burnout. This first episode is an introduction to the raw and honest stories you'll be hearing this season, including my own personal journey. During this season I'll be sharing how overwork, my own mental health struggles and a critical relationship with myself led to significant burnout, and how changing that relationship wa...

It's the final episode of Season 8! Join me for a quick wrap-up as I reflect on the season and thank my guests and listeners. I'll also share a glimpse into Season 9, and let you know about the exciting series I have in store for you. I'll also leave you with your final reflective question for the next season. Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn Resources Reclaim Your Time and Energy: 6 Key Boundaries for...