EMPOWER with Mihi Sorensen: Recent Episodes
Mihi Sorensen
EMPOWER is a self-improvement podcast for anyone that aspires to live their best life everyday. Hosted by wāhine toa, Mihi Sorensen; a lawyer from 9-5 and your personal hype woman 24/7. Mihi is passionate about motivating and inspiring you to discover and reach your full potential because life is too short to be mediocre. If you're ready for a glow up and you're willing to do the work to get there, join her right here. Let's have a kōrero.
When you're setting goals, they never come with a 100% success guarantee. But I know we all hope like hell that we will succeed with our goals 100% of the time. There is no silver bullet, but in this episode we discuss a few of the important strategies to keep in mind to make sure we are setting our goals with a view to ACTUALLY achieve them. Dreams are nice, dreams are free. But if you want to make this year, your year - it's time to make those dreams your reality.
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ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
Networking doesn't need to feel cringey and icky. We have been catfished into thinking that networking = shmoozy events where everyone trades business cards and participates in insincere conversations. But if that's all we think of when we hear the word 'networking', we are missing an important piece of the puzzle - it's much easier than seeking out new people and it helps you form much stronger, more meaningful and intentional relationships.
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ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
In honour of the new ORGANISEHER™ productivity planner, this episode is all about how to actually get stuff done - not just tell people you're getting stuff done or planning to get stuff done, actually doing it. We've talked about timeblocking, reflecting, setting up your day with 3 big priorities, categorising your to-do list based on the amount of time it will take to complete a task & those are all things that you will be able to do with your productivity planner. But today, we're discussing the three things you need to get yourself into the right headspace to be productive - because you can have all the right tools in the world (our planner included) but if your head isn't in it, you won't be productive & those tools will be sitting somewhere collecting dust.to celebrate the launch of our new productivity planner & as a token of my appreciation to you for all your support, we are offering free shipping NZ-wide on orders placed during our launch week (15 Nov - 21 Nov 2023) if you use the code "YAY". available at the organiseher website: https://organiseher.co/ from 15 Nov 2023, NZT.
Visit MY WEBSITE for free resources & more! Let's chat on INSTAGRAM & TIKTOK or you can flick me an email at hello@mihisorensen.com
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DESKBIRD NZ
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ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
Life is all about people. The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our experiences which determines the quality of our lives. We've all heard that well known concept around each of us being the average of the five people we each choose to associate with the most. In today's episode, we talk about the five people you NEED in your life & it is inspired by a fabulous Ted Talk by Stacey Flowers which I have linked for you below. CLICK HERE to watch Stacey Flowers' Ted Talk - "The 5 People You Need To Be Happy"
CLICK HERE for the moneymaker budget tracker by ORGANISEHER™
Visit MY WEBSITE for free resources & more! Let's chat on INSTAGRAM & TIKTOK or you can flick me an email at hello@mihisorensen.com
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI2023" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
If you've ever caught yourself asking the universe for a sign that you're making (or that you have made) the right decision, you aren't alone. When you are faced with big decisions, knowing that whichever choice could impact the direction of your whole life, it's completely fair that you look to the universe or a greater power to give you certainty & clarity that you're doing the right thing. But what do you do when the universe doesn't respond? How do you know if you've really made the right decision? Is it even possible to know? In this episode, we talk about how to leave the doubt behind & be confident that any decision you make is probably the right one.
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI2023" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
We all have our triggers. Some of the most difficult, triggering interactions we have are the ones we face when dealing with hurtful people & their hurtful behaviour. While you can't avoid hurtful people for the rest of your life, there are some ways you can manage your triggers so that they don't get the best of you & in order to keep you grounded. You can't control what anyone else chooses to do, but you do get a say about how you respond to it. In this episode, we discuss 4x helpful strategies to deal with your triggers in the face of hurtful behaviour.
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Visit MY WEBSITE for free resources & more! Let's chat on INSTAGRAM & TIKTOK or you can flick me an email at hello@mihisorensen.com
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI2023" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
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ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
Today is all about that crippling money anxiety that plagues most of us at some point in life. If this is something you're experiencing at the moment, you'll know exactly what I mean when I say that constant stress about money is so consuming that you can hardly focus on anything else. Financial stress is the biggest factor impacting our wellbeing at the moment, not just as individuals but also in our relationships and communities too. In this episode, we're talking all about the reasons you worry about money & what you can do to alleviate those worries.
CLICK HERE for the moneymaker budget tracker by ORGANISEHER™
Visit MY WEBSITE for free resources & more! Let's chat on INSTAGRAM & TIKTOK or you can flick me an email at hello@mihisorensen.com
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI2023" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
ORGANISEHER™ HAS LAUNCHED & OUR PRODUCTIVITY PLANNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: https://organiseher.co/
at ORGANISEHER™, we create tools designed to give the busy woman back her peace of mind by helping her keep her sh*t together & get stuff done. Our vision is for women everywhere to feel in control of their lives, confident within themselves & have enough time for everything that matters to them.
We know that trusting our gut, our intuition or our instinct is usually the right thing to do, but how do we do that when we aren't ready? In this episode, we discuss what it means to trust your gut, why we often struggle with it & how we can find the confidence to overcome any self-doubt that might be getting in the way. We also discuss why it's important to forgive yourself for not being ready to trust your intuition because it never helps to beat yourself up over it - as long as you're committed to getting there in the end.
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ORGANISEHER IS COMING! JOIN THE CLUB & BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN THE PRODUCTIVITY PLANNER DROPS: https://organiseher.co/ ORGANISEHER is my brand new business created to help busy women keep their sh*t together by providing tools & solutions that:
- Save women time, money & energy
- Give women confidence
- Empower women to live better
Life can be painful, hard & a bit too much to handle sometimes. But it doesn't need to feel that way all the time. It's possible to live a life where all the things that consume your mind now & get you down, could just wash over you. It doesn't mean you pretend like bad things don't happen, they do, but it shouldn't stop you from living a big, bright, beautiful life. If you're looking for some strategies to use the challenges life throws your way to build an even better life, this episode is for you!
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI40" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
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ORGANISEHER IS COMING! JOIN THE CLUB & BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN THE PRODUCTIVITY PLANNER DROPS: https://organiseher.co/ ORGANISEHER is my brand new business created to help busy women keep their sh*t together by providing tools & solutions that:
- Save women time, money & energy
- Give women confidence
- Empower women to live better
This episode is dedicated to those of us (myself included) that have turned down opportunities because we didn't feel ready, said no because we were afraid we might fail, or questioned ourselves & our capabilities to the extent that we ended up doing nothing at all. I don't care how unqualified you feel you might be, nothing will change unless you do & it starts with deciding that you are qualified, you are capable & now is the time to step into your potential.
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ORGANISEHER IS COMING! JOIN THE CLUB & BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN THE PRODUCTIVITY PLANNER DROPS: https://organiseher.co/ ORGANISEHER is my brand new business created to help busy women keep their sh*t together by providing tools & solutions that:
- Save women time, money & energy
- Give women confidence
- Empower women to live better
This episode is dedicated to everyone EVER that has fallen victim to self-inflicted burnout. If you're doing too much & you know something needs to change because you are only human & you know you need to take better care of yourself but you don't even have the energy to think about it, this is for you! In this episode, we discuss 8 of my favourite strategies that will not only help you manage your burnout but turn it into something even better.
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI40" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
ORGANISEHER IS COMING! JOIN THE CLUB & BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN THE PRODUCTIVITY PLANNER DROPS: https://organiseher.co/ ORGANISEHER is my brand new business created to help busy women keep their sh*t together by providing tools & solutions that:
- Save women time, money & energy
- Give women confidence
- Empower women to live better
We are often so fearful of saying 'no' & setting boundaries because we don't want to let people down or hurt somebody's feelings, but everytime we accept any situation that isn't right for us by failing to say 'no' when we know we really should, we let ourselves down. In this episode, we discuss why it's so important that we learn to say no, set our boundaries and maintain our boundaries with the most effective four-step phrase that will keep your relationships intact & exponentially improve your own self-confidence. It's time to put your first & prioritise your needs.
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DESKBIRD NZ
Use the discount code "MIHI40" at checkout for $40 off any Deskbird standing desk purchase!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
ORGANISEHER IS COMING! JOIN THE CLUB & BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN THE PRODUCTIVITY PLANNER DROPS: https://organiseher.co/ ORGANISEHER is my brand new business created to help busy women keep their sh*t together by providing tools & solutions that:
- Save women time, money & energy
- Give women confidence
- Empower women to live better
Why do so many of us feel paralysed by the opinions of others? Not only is it exhausting trying to constantly meet other people's expectations or chasing their approval, but it's also a never ending cycle that leaves us feeling empty. It's about time we start defining our lives by our own standards instead of looking to other people to tell us how to live. This episode is all about how to start.
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Do you surround yourself with the right people? In this episode, we talk about the importance of choosing genuine connections & the impact it has on our overall well-being. We cover the things to look out for in the wrong people & how to know you have the right people in your life. You deserve nothing but the best & that includes the people who you invite to be a part of your journey.
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Mornings have the potential to shape your entire day. The way you spend your morning sets the tone as to whether you will have a successful and fulfilling day, or whether the whole day feels like a crawl down struggle street. But if waking up in the morning doesn't come naturally to you, how do you become a morning person? There's no point setting up the perfect morning routine if you're not waking up feeling energised & ready to go (or, consistently hitting snooze until the morning turns into a big rush). In this episode, we discuss five effective strategies to help you transform into a morning person & kickstart your day with energy & purpose.
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Today we delve into the world of microstressors & their impact on our overall well-being. We all have our stress limits. But it's hard to identify those limits when you can't pinpoint exactly what it is that's stressing you out - often it's the sneaky microstressors. In this episode, we explore what microstressors are, some of the common ones we face and how they accumulate, contributing to our stress levels. We also consider effective strategies to manage & stay on top of microstressors to keep the overwhelm away.
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Ever found yourself feeling stuck in a life that doesn't feel like yours because it's full of people, places & purposes that don't make sense to you anymore? In this episode, we explore the reasons why we become attached to things or situations that don't align with what we really want in life. We also discuss what to do about it & what we have to look forward to if we are brave enough to take a chance & create space for new possibilities. Stay up to date with the latest on my productivity planner by signing up to my newsletter HEREMY DESKBIRD STANDING DESK IS AVAILABLE AT www.deskbird.co.nz. USE MY DISCOUNT CODE "MIHI" AT CHECKOUT FOR $40 OFF!
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The average person spends 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime - that's over 10 years of our lives spent at work, and yet, so many of us aren't satisfied with our jobs. Are you sick of the Sunday scaries? Perhaps you don't hate your job but you also don't love your job and feel like something is missing but you don't know what it is. This episode is for you.
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In this episode, we discuss the impact of money on our mental health - especially when it's all we're hearing about in the media, but also when it's one of the biggest things we are worrying about. While we can't completely avoid difficult financial situations, we discuss what can be done to navigate our way out of our money troubles, and/or, have the right plan in place to make sure we never end up back there.
Advice & support:
https://sorted.org.nz/guides/planning-and-budgeting/getting-advice/
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This episode is a bit different & I thought it was about time I fill you in on a life update. There's a lot going on in my own life & even though it's easier to talk about the good things, it's also really important to normalise the dialogue around the hard stuff too. It's the less sexy side of growth & self-improvement but no less important.
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To celebrate 100 episodes of EMPOWER, this one is all about reflecting on the things I've learnt through this podcasting/side hustle journey & what I think are the most important takeaways for you if you have been contemplating whether you should launch your own podcast or start your own side hustle.
As discussed in this week's episode, the techy/podcast stuff that I use:
1. A mic (My first mic when I start podcasting)
2. My computer
2. A recording software (GarageBand)
3. Podcast hosting platform (Buzzsprout)
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The best version of you is always on the other side of your healing journey. Although it's not always easy to come to terms with things that have happened in your past, especially if you're full of regrets & there are certain things that you wish you could take back or re-do. But the key to healing & finally moving forward is figuring out how to forgive yourself (or someone else), overcome your regrets, learn the lesson & find your peace. In this episode, we talk about how you can do that & why it's the only option if you want to live your best life.
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Boundaries are the magic tool you need to protect your energy but how do you get there? Sometimes you may not recognise that your energy is being drained until it's too late and then how are you supposed to set a boundary? If you've ever found yourself feeling exhausted and frustrated that you've invested too much of yourself & your energy into the wrong place & you need to start being serious about your boundaries, this episode is for you.
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For some reason, being your most productive self & fully embracing self-care are treated as mutually exclusive - you can only choose one. Not the case! In this episode, I discuss five strategies to implement in your life that will help you optimise your productivity & ensure there is always time set aside specifically for rest & relaxation. You can have both!
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We know how important it is to speak up & be heard but that doesn't make it easy. Using your voice effectively requires clear communication & assertiveness. This episode shares strategies for handling difficult conversations, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and for finding your voice in personal and professional relationships. No more walking away from situations wishing you had said something but staying silent because you didn't know how.
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Big life transitions can be pretty exciting, but they can also been extremely overwhelming. You could be moving, changing careers, ending a relationship or starting a new one. Despite all the excitement and anticipation of what the future could look like, you may also be finding that the impending change and uncertainty is a LOT to cope with. In this episode, I discuss how you can alleviate the anxiety you might experience as a result of a big life change.
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When life is crazy & chaotic, one of the kindest things you can do for yourself is simplify everything that's on your plate, get back to basics & make the everyday just a little bit easier so that you are ready to deal with the bigger stuff. Sometimes the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. If you're in need of a life refresh but you don't have the energy, space, time or resources for a full on makeover, this episode is for you - let's cover 5 easy things you can do to get your sh*t together.
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Have you ever noticed that you tend to take things personally when you know you probably shouldn't? Maybe you get defensive, or simmer over an issue for days - maybe you've had a full blown relationship breakdown because things were said & the hurt was so deep that it felt irreparable. The reason we often take some things personally (even when they are not personal at all) is because we all have our own insecurities deep within & whenever something offends you personally, those insecurities have been triggered. In this episode, I discuss some of the way we can overcome this.
My previous episodes referred to in this episode:
"Fixed mindset vs Growth mindset - which one do you have?" - Aug 2022
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You know that super accomplished feeling that you get when you've had a super productive day, you've had a plan, you've executed it, you've got everything done that you wanted to get done? That's the power of structure. Structure gives you the ability to minimise the chaos, stay in control, predict what's coming next & deal with it accordingly. If you know you need a bit more structure in your life, this episode is for you!
My previous episodes referred to in this episode:
"Establishing your morning routine" - Jan 2022
"Time management & prioritising what matters before you burn out" - Sep 2022
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Somewhere along the line, this idea that self-love is selfish has infiltrated society & it's lead to apprehension about whether self-love is something we should embrace or whether it's a selfish concept that we'd be better to steer clear of. So what's the deal? Should we lean into self-love or is self-love just a cute way to excuse toxic, self serving behaviour? In this episode, I discuss whether self-love really is selfish. Spoiler alert: It's not. In this episode, I'll tell you why.
Click here to read the article I refer to in this epsiode.
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This episode is for you if you do too much - take on too much, accept too much responsibility, if you think you're super woman and you can do everything. I'm guilty of it too. But sometimes you need a break, sometimes you need to do nothing, and sometimes (no matter how well you know yourself) you might not be able to recognise it until you're forced into it. Just because it's normal for you, doesn't mean it's good for you.
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Cyclone Gabrielle has been a significant event NZ history & one week on, we are still living through it. One thing I've had to do to stay sane this week is limit my social media use & it almost instantly improved my mental health & reduced the overwhelm. It got me thinking, why don't I do this more often? If it feels so good to take some time off social media, we should do it more. In this episode, I discuss some of the signs you might be recognising in yourself that indicate you could need some time off the screen.
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Ever found yourself questioning wtf you're doing with your life? Don't worry, you aren't alone. This episode is for anyone that has been trying to work it out - especially if you're someone that tends to compare your life to the lives of other people around you, or, if you're waiting for someone to give you the answers but you've never really been satisfied with the advice you've been given.
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Ask & you shall receive! This year we're talking more about finances & in this episode I've gathered my top 10 ways to save more money - all of which I still use & totally believe in. If saving has ever been a struggle for you, check out this episode & let me know what you think!
The information in the episode is provided for general information only. Nothing in this episode constitutes financial advice. If you require financial advice, you should seek assistance from a professional financial advisor.
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Happy 2023! Let's start the year off strong with some HONESTY - sometimes bad bitches have bad days & that's ok because bad bitches also know how to handle them. In this episode, I touch briefly on the highs & expand on the lows in this first month of the year & talk about how we can stop those bad days from becoming the WORST.
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It's the last episode of EMPOWER for the year & today I want to acknowledge you. More importantly, I want you to acknowledge you. Whether this is the first episode you tuned into, or if you are an avid listener that tunes-in every week, I'm grateful that you've made time for me & time for this podcast. But when was the last time you made time for you? No distractions, no noise, no one telling you what to do or how to be, just you. If we take it further, when was the last time you sat with yourself and not only made time for you, but made time to celebrate you. If you haven't done that yet, ever or just for this year, please do it. Make it one of the last intentional things you do for yourself this year. In this episode, I give you a task that will ensure you're doing just that.
Take care, be safe. I will chat to you in late Jan-2023.
M x
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Sick of new years resolutions but you still want to make next year better than the last? How can you stay motivated beyond the first few weeks of the year? In this episode, I discuss the practical ways that you can harness the power of visualisation to make 2023 your best year yet. And while this episode is geared up for the end of the year, you can do these exercises at any point in the year.
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In this episode, I share some of the best advice I have ever received at a time of huge uncertainty. I was agonising over a few things and really questioning my own judgement. It was one of those times when you feel like you have to make a decision ASAP but you’re afraid that you won’t make the right one. Ever since I was given some advice around how to deal with that, everything has changed. Dare I say it, life has been much easier. So if you have any of those big, changing-the-course-of-your-life kind of questions that you are struggling with, consider this advice.
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We all know boundaries are really important when you want to live a fulfilling life (and especially when you are working on yourself and your own personal growth. But, many of us are fearful of the impact that setting boundaries could have on our relationships - it can feel pretty uncomfortable to put yourself first when you haven't really done so before and of course, you don't want your loved ones to feel neglected or unloved. In this episode, I talk about the key to ensuring that you can maintain your boundaries and keep your relationships solid (and it's surprisingly easy to do, once you know how to).
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Let's talk REST! When you take a break, are you really giving yourself the rest you need? Do you give yourself permission to rest? And I mean, really rest. As a workaholic, I know I need this episode probably just as much as you, and admittedly I feel like a bit of a hypocrite for this one but in preparing for it, I've found some really interesting information. Did you know that there are 7 different types of rest? In this episode, I take you through each of the different types of rest as well as a few general tips to improve your rest habits.
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In today's episode, I discuss some helpful tips for those of you who are wanting to overcome social anxiety and low self-esteem. We are heading into that time of the year where there’s lots of social events - Christmas parties, New Years events, holidays with your extended family or perhaps holidays with some new people. For some of us, even the thought of an impending social event is enough to send us spiralling into our minds. What we know for sure is that human connection is crucial to our quality of life, so let's talk about how we can make sure we aren't missing out on that (without having a major freak out).
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Today we're talking all about about discovering self-worth - that internal sense that you are enough and you are worthy of good things - love, companionship, contentment, success, rest, honesty, commitment. But not just discovering your self-worth, but also the ability to communicate it to the world . I'm all for building that sense of self-worth internally, but if you don't know how to express it externally, then you're likely to attract people that might not recognise or value your worth, and consequently, not treat you the way that you deserve to be treated.
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Perfectionism - the paralysing enemy of progress. Something which we sometimes wear like a badge on honour but the truth about perfectionism is that it will prevent you from achieving your goals, taking risks & living the life of your dreams. In this episode, I discuss how perfectionism has manifested itself in my life (and continues to do so) as well as what you can do to stop it from hurting you.
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No matter what your relationship status is; whether you're single or in the happiest, healthiest relationship you've ever had (or anywhere in between), the last situation you want to find yourself in is feeling like you're losing yourself to a relationship. You could even be well past this point because it's so subtle, half of the time you may not even realise it's happening. In any case, this episode deals with some of the strategies you can use to make sure this doesn't happen to you too. And don't worry if you feel like it already has happened to you because I also discuss how you can return to yourself again.
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Today's episode is totally off the cuff - mainly because this last week has completely caught me off guard with a whole bunch of unexpected things. But, this is life! And s**t happens! Let's acknowledge that we can't always have it together and talk about some of the small things we can do to keep the most important things afloat when everything around you feels like chaos.
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In today's episode, we are talking about self-love in the context of the very well-known, 5 Love Languages. We all know the book was written for couples who want to make their love last & work on improving their relationship & so on - all really good things. But in this episode I use the 5 Love Languages as the framework for self-love & practicing self-love in the most significant, long-lasting relationship you will ever have - the relationship you have with yourself.
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Ever since I started this podcast I've always prioritised making episodes that you guys want to hear & it's about time I bite the bullet & record one of my most requested episodes. This episode is all about my journey through law school, through to where I am today. It's funny to think that it has almost been four years since I finished my law school journey - it feels like a whole world away. But I'm grateful for everything I learned back then and even more-so, everything I've learned since.CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT 1:1 COACHING WITH ME
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Has September been crazy for anyone else? Because it sure has been for me! And a couple of my coaching clients have had the same experience! There's so much to be grateful for, but sometimes a very busy schedule can be incredibly overwhelming. It is super important that when things feel a bit busier than normal, that you have the right systems in place to make sure you are managing your time and prioritising what really needs to be done because trying to do everything without a strategy behind it, will burn you out. In this episode, I talk about two of my favourite ways to make sure you're staying on top of it.CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT 1:1 COACHING WITH ME
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Are you job hunting and you want to know how you can get an edge on your competition? Or perhaps you're happy with the job that you're in but is it time to start pushing for more pay? In this episode, I give you five of my favourite tips for when you are looking for a change in career (or pay band) and you want to make sure you have everything you need to succeed - tried and true - because these tips helped me almost double my salary in a year.CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT 1:1 COACHING WITH ME
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Do you know how to spot red flags in someone? Or more importantly, if you know how to spot them, do you have a habit of ignoring them? If the answer is yes, don't worry - you're not alone. But why do we ignore red flags in people, no matter how obvious they are? In this episode, I talk about some of the main reasons why we prefer to live in denial & pretend red flags don't exist.
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We all have our own expectations & standards of ourselves. Often we apply those same expectations to the people around us - but is that fair? Probably not. In this episode, I talk about why we need to stop using our own expectations as a lens through which we view the situations, decisions & general life choices of other people (because if we're being really honest - the only person we harm when we try to enforce our expectations on others, is ourselves).
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As a Māori woman, I am all too familiar with racism in the workplace (which is terribly disappointing but it is the truth). In this episode, I talk about some of the experiences I've had dealing with racism as a professional in (supposedly) professional environments. More importantly, I talk about some of the tools I use to combat it now & give you some helpful tips about how to deal with it yourself - irrespective of who you are or whether it's directed towards you or not. We all have a role to play in standing up against racism.
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Exponential growth is that rapid growth that feels unexpected, like it came from nowhere. It's the perfect phase to be in when you have goals to achieve. To be growing & doing better & growing & doing better. But how do we get there? If you're impatient like me, you'll be trying to figure out the fastest way you can reach exponential growth. Consistency, motivation & tenacity are all important factors but in this episode, I break it down into three, practical real life tips that you can put into action today. It worked for me & I know it will work for you too!
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As someone that typically goes against the grain, I'm passionate about this one! I've seen too many of you putting yourselves into situations that you really don't want to be in because you don't want to let people down. I get it, I've been there, but it's not worth doing it if you're going to let yourself down in the process. In this episode, I talk about how peer pressure can impact us at all stages of life & how to deal with situations & people that put you in a position where you feel you need to conform to everyone else's expectations. It's time you start honouring who you are & what you want.
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Have you ever heard someone refer to fixed mindsets and growth mindsets? It seems to be trending at the moment.. (either that or the algorithm has been relentlessly feeding it to me for months!). Anyways, in this episode, I talk about these two mindsets, compare them with real life examples & discuss the one that's going to get you closer to achieving your goals & living the life of your dreams.
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In honour of my 26th birthday on 1 August 2022, this episode is all about reflecting on the biggest realisations I had in my 25th year. 25 has been transformative for me & I want to share the really important learnings I've had with you.
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This episode is all about how to use my FREE personal growth plan available to download here HERE.
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Today's guest is wahine Māori, Te Kahukura Boynton also known as the Māori Millionaire. She is the brains behind the blog, podcast & social media platform called Māori Millionaire, plus she is in her second year at law school. In this episode, we discuss her mission to empower Māori to become financially independent, what inspired her passion of sharing her finance & investing knowledge with others & some of the biggest challenges she thinks are facing Māori when it comes to money. Te Kahukura is a force to be reckoned with & she's only getting started.
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Disappointments in life are a universal experience that we all deal with at some stage in life but they can be detrimental if we don't know how to deal with them. Disappointment can be linked back to your own expectations - so how can we manage them? In this episode, I talk about some helpful ways to cope with disappointment. Despite it feeling like something that happens to us without us having any control over it, it is up to us to manage how we respond to situations in life (including disappointment).
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Do you have a fear of failure? A lot of people are afraid of failure but we can't give it that much power over us! We need to learn how to embrace failure & use it to push us forward rather than allow it to hold us back. In this episode, I discuss some things for you to think about if the fear of failure impacts you, including how to redefine what failure is & accepting that it is inevitably a part of life (particularly if you are looking for success).
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Trust issues - at one point or another, we have all experienced them. But if your trust issues are rife, they can severely impact (or even destroy) your relationships if you let them get the better of you. Trust & trust issues are huge topics, but in today's episode, I talk about the thing that YOU can do to overcome trust issues - because the only thing we can ever really control is ourselves.
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Today's guest is Janet Vaiusu-Tuala - Samoan lawyer, mum of three, wife & my very good friend. We met at work when we were both working in litigation & quickly became lifelong friends. One of the things we really connected on is our shared experiences as women who are Samoan & Māori, respectively, in our industry as lawyers. She was also a huge advocate for me starting this podcast (despite barely knowing each other at that stage). Janet is inspirational, insightful & knows exactly how to use her voice to better the lives of her community. This episode is candid & if you're interested in learning a bit more about what it's like as a brown girl in the law, then check it out!
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It's been one year since I started EMPOWER with Mihi & what a year it's been! If you have been weighing up whether or not to start a side hustle or a passion project, check this out. In this episode, I talk about the things that I've learnt in the last year through EMPOWER about side hustling, podcasting and myself.
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Affirmations have gained popularity in the last few years but they are still frequently being written off as too "woo-woo" to have any tangible impact on our lives. So what's the deal - are they legit or not? In this episode, we discuss what are positive affirmations actually are, whether they really work and if so, how?
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If there is something you want to change about your life, you need to change your habits and you need to make it long term. But implementing new habits to the extent that they become a part of your life that just happen with little thought or effort, is not as simple as it sounds. In this episode, we discuss exactly what you need to do to create habits that last.
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According to psychologists, people who are highly self-aware can objectively evaluate themselves, manage their emotions, align their behaviour with their values and correctly understand how others perceive them. That sounds like a whole life hack to me! Let's learn more! In this episode, we discuss why intentional self-awareness is a non-negotiable when we want to improve our relationships with ourselves and others, as well as some practical tips about how we can become more self aware.
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We don't talk about this enough and that's often because it's easier to live in ignorance or we are afraid of what people will think of us if we either 1. Do ultimately walk away; or 2. Just ask the question, share all the bad stuff but stay in the situation anyway. For most of us, trying to decide whether or not it's time to walk away isn't as easy as knowing something isn't good for you and going MIA. In fact, it's normal for us to agonise over the decision for quite some time before taking the leap. In this episode, we consider some of the issues that arise when we're trying to decide whether or not to walk away from a relationship, a friendship, a job, a project or a dream.
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Do you put too much pressure on yourself? Or, do you find you're constantly fighting to meet particular expectations? Whenever we tell ourselves that things need to be a certain way or we need to achieve particular things, we risk putting ourselves under unnecessary pressure that can cause even more stress for you. In this episode, we discuss the impact that being too hard on ourselves can cause us and how we can overcome it.
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Today's guest is my best friend, Letitia Saunders, and we are talking all about our experiences in previous relationships with cheating & betrayal. We have both been cheated on & we both handled it very differently. As painful as the experience was for us, we both agree that we are better people for it, but no one could have convinced us that when we were deep in our feelings. Those feelings are some of the hardest we've felt & we hope that in talking about them, someone else can find some comfort in our words. If you're trying to navigate your way through something similar, or, if you're just interested in hearing two best friends having a very candid conversation, check out this episode.
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Do you want to create a workout routine but you don't know how to get into the right headspace or where to start? Or, do you have trouble staying consistent with a workout routine? In this Advice with Mihi episode, I talk about how I implement my own workout routine as well as the challenges I've had with consistency in the past and how I overcame that.
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Are you good at taking a break? Whether that be actually taking annual leave, or intentionally stepping away from your phone - can you do it without feeling guilty? We live in a culture of working hard and burning out and working hard and burning out. We know it needs to change because it's not healthy. So when was the last time you took a (real break)? In this episode, we talk about boundaries, rest and why we need to prioritise them both.
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We love our friends. We really can't live without them, But new relationships (or single life) can change our own needs and expectations of our friendships. This episode is inspired by two women who contacted me seeking advice - one, who is single, trying to navigate being the 'single friend' while the other, in a relationship, trying to support her single friends. We aren't discriminating over relationship status' in this episode - what we're really talking about is how to be a good friend, regardless.
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Today's guest is Holley Grant - she is currently a Wellbeing Specialist in kura & schools following her postgraduate psychology studies & she also runs her passion project, Awhi, where she runs & facilitates weekly mindful journaling classes here in Hawkes Bay (which is how we met!). The reason I wanted to speak to Holley is because she knows who she is, she's comfortable in her own skin & she is all about opening the dialogue on sex! In today's episode, we talk everything from sex, to the feminism movement, to how we teach children about sex, to porn, to contraception & women's health, the S*** word, body count & revolutionising sex education.
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Other people & pages Holly recommends if you're interested in learning more about some of the things we discussed in this episode!
Ericka Hart
Sex with Emily
Love Crave
Emily Nagoski
Bellesaco
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Come Curious
Hard or Soft Podcast
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Covid-19 has impacted all of us over the last 2 years and a bit. For the first time in our lives, we've been subject to lockdowns, mandates, border restrictions, vaccines.. and everyone has an opinion about it. It has polarised us and this polarisation has impacted our relationships. So what do you do when someone you love or respect has an opinion that differs wildly from your own? In this episode, we talk about it.
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For today's episode we are trying something a bit different! Every week, the Empower with Mihi podcast instagram page receives messages from listeners asking for specific advice but I've realised that most of the time, the queries I'm getting are appliacble to many of us, so every month I will do an advice column-esque style episode with listener queries where I will speak to a few of the issues that have been raised. In today's episode, I answer the following questions:
- Do you have any first home purchasing advice?
- I'm having a hard time with saving my money and keeping my money in savings - do you have any tips?
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Do you have a friendship that you've been unsure about for a little while… but you've been suppressing that feeling because you don't know how to handle it, and it's easier to pretend that everything is all good when you know for a fact it's not… It sounds like you could be outgrowing the friendship, babe. Let's talk about it.
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Life is full of the good and the bad - and as much as we wish it could be always good and never bad, life doesn't work that way. Sometimes things don't go so well and the feelings that flow from that are overwhelming, devastating, chaotic, depressing.. and these feelings can be extremely difficult to deal with. Let's talk about it. In this episode, I think back to the last time I was going through something like this, share how I overcame it and provide some tips about what might help you if you are experiencing something similar.
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Are you really easy going or are you just bad at asserting your boundaries? When we actually think about that question, the overwhelming majority of us realise that maybe we do need to work on our boundary-setting skills. Let's start with something simple - stop saying it's ok when it's not and stop saying you're fine when you're not. In order to set effective boundaries, we need to communicate (truthfully) about how we really feel.
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Davina is a Kuki Airani māmā to her boy and twin girls. She is passionate about empowering women and she brings REALNESS to her community of followers, where she shares her successes and her struggles with ZERO filter. She's open, she's relatable and she's unapologetically herself. In this episode, we talk about everything from career, motherhood and body image to relationships and her faith in Jesus, in what was both an inspiring and heartwarming kōrero.
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Davina is a Kuki Airani māmā to her boy and twin girls. She is passionate about empowering women and she brings REALNESS to her community of followers, where she shares her successes and her struggles with ZERO filter. She's open, she's relatable and she's unapologetically herself. In this episode, we talk about everything from career, motherhood and body image to relationships and her faith in Jesus, in what was both an inspiring and heartwarming kōrero.
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Is it just me, or do we all kind of know we need to be more assertive but we are sometimes hesitant about asserting ourselves because it's not necessarily well received on the other end? Don't let that stop you - if someone takes offence to you asserting yourself, it sounds like a them-problem. In this episode, we talk about how being assertive is not the same as being aggressive and why it is vital that we are bold and brave enough to assert ourselves when life calls for it.
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We always hear the words "motivation" and "discipline" used together, often interchangeably. But which one is the most important when we are working to achieve our goals and live our best life? In this episode, I discuss motivation, discipline and how I ensure I am making all the right moves to harness them for success.
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Elle is passionate about encouraging other women around the world in embracing their own journey to become the happiest and healthiest version of themselves. She is the Founder of Welle Club, a customisable keto-friendly meal guide app where she shares her recipes and the expertise that helped her to reclaim her own life. A lot like myself, she trained formally as a lawyer but decided to follow her dreams instead and in this episode she shares her incredible journey with us.
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Elle is passionate about encouraging other women around the world in embracing their own journey to become the happiest and healthiest version of themselves. She is the Founder of Welle Club, a customisable keto-friendly meal guide app where she shares her recipes and the expertise that helped her to reclaim her own life. A lot like myself, she trained formally as a lawyer but decided to follow her dreams instead and in this episode she shares her incredible journey with us.
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Holding on to anger and resentment is something we all find challenging at some stage of our life, but we need to learn how to let it go in order to move forward. In this episode, I talk about how I have found peace with people or things from my past that have hurt me in the hopes that it may help you if you are struggling with it yourself (and it doesn't necessarily involve forgiveness).
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Esme Hunt is a boss - she's a māmā to two beautiful girls, runs her two businesses (both of which were inspired by her desire to empower women) and is actively committed to her own journey to self-improvement and personal growth. She's also a fellow wāhine toa and a good friend. In fact, there was so much to discuss that we had to make two parts. In this episode, we discuss Esme's preference to follow 'alignment' over 'purpose', the toxicity of the 'struggle Olympics' and what inspired her businesses.
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Esme Hunt is a boss - she's a māmā to two beautiful girls, runs her two businesses (both of which were inspired by her desire to empower women) and is actively committed to her own journey to self-improvement and personal growth. She's also a fellow wāhine toa and a good friend. In fact, there was so much to discuss that we had to make two parts. In this episode, we cover Mum life, girl chat and the power of a good haircut.
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Do you have a morning routine? If not, you need one! According to all of the research out there, a morning routine is essential to a successful life. I've recently locked mine into place and can truly say that it has improved my productivity tenfold. In this episode, I talk about my own morning routine and what I recommend you incorporate into yours.
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Do you ever find yourself reacting to the things that trigger you with what feels like very little or no control? It can be difficult to have perspective on the things or people that trigger you when they incite strong emotions within us. In this episode, I talk about the way this impacts us and what I've put in place to successfully manage my own triggers and reactions.
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It's 2022! Let's make it the best year yet! In this episode, I talk about the crucial things we all need to ensure we have the best day, week, month and year, that we can.
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I know that the phrase 'New Years resolution' triggers people. Trust me, I get it, but hear me out. If we change the way we look at New Years' resolutions, we realise that it's actually really simple - we have all set goals for ourselves before and a new year just means another chance to set new goals. In this episode, we talk about setting goals and keeping them.
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We are at episode 30 of EMPOWER and the final episode of the year! Join me as I reflect back on the five biggest lessons I've learnt from 2021. Thank you so much for all of the support. There's a whole lot more planned for EMPOWER next year so make sure you tune in next year - bring on 2022! Bigger and better baby!
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FOMO ("fear of missing out") is dangerous; it makes us feel inadequate, or like there's something you lack in your life, compared to everyone else. Social media has worsened it and at this time of the year, our feeds are full of everyone sharing what they're up to during their holidays. In this episode, we discuss how can we overcome FOMO and what your FOMO might be telling you about what's going on for you inside.
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We're heading into the busy Christmas and New Year period and while we are excited to tie up the loose ends of 2021 and start afresh for 2022, there's one thing that is almost always a given - this time of the year can be extremely stressful. Whether it's financial strain, toxic family members, full social calendars, overindulging, or all of the above, in this episode, we will discuss each of these stressors and what we can do to manage them.
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When was the last time you put your phone down when someone was speaking to you? Around Christmas time, there is so much emphasis around buying and gifting 'presents' that we forget how much more important our 'presence' is. In this episode, we talk about the value in being present with the ones we love and how it brings us closer together. Instead of getting caught up in the Christmas holiday hype, we should remember that the most valuable and meaningful things we can do for the ones we love have nothing to do with spending money.
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"Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." We waste way too much energy worrying, stressing and overthinking about things that we have zero control over. It needs to stop. In this episode, we unpack this well known phrase with some real life examples and discuss how putting these words into action helps us find some peace in realising the only thing we can control is ourselves.
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We are heading into crunchtime for 2021 and as we enter the busiest time of the year with deadlines and Christmas and holiday plans, it's easy to get cripplingly overwhelmed by it all. In this episode, we discuss burnout in all aspects of life; what it looks like, how it affects us and what we can do to avoid it (or in some cases, recover from it). It's been a big year for all of us but it's not over yet. Let's make sure we don't break ourselves in the rush to the end.
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We get one life, and the sooner we accept that we are here on limited time, the sooner we can start making the most of what we do have. Loss touches us at varying degrees at different times of our lives and tragedy always has a way of throwing everything into perspective. It reminds us to tell the people we love that we love them, but we need to say those things without someone having to lose their life to trigger it. Let's make the most of what we have so that we aren't left reeling over what we didn't do when we had the chance.
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Recently I've had people reach out for advice around university and whether (based on the information they have given me), I think they would be 'smart enough' to pursue a university degree. Now is a good time for me to share some of my takeaways from law school and my experience at uni in general, but more importantly, I want to break apart this false assumption that to be successful in study (law school, uni or otherwise), you need to be sufficiently smart enough in the first place. It's not true. I believe it has nothing to do with how 'smart' you are but rather, your own personal qualities and values. In this episode, I'll tell you why.
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Despite what the media has us believing about what self-love and self-care 'looks' like, and by that I mean: face masks, massages and shopping sprees, there are plenty of other ways that we can show ourselves self-care without it breaking the bank (or even touching the bank). In this episode, I talk about the small ways that we can indulge in physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritual self-care without spending a thing; it may feel insignificant to incorporate some of these tips into your life but I promise the long term effects will be invaluable.
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Why do we find it so difficult to acknowledge and honour our worth? Why are women less likely to apply for a job when we don't meet 100% of the criteria, or less likely to ask for a payrise in comparison to men? Why don't we feel comfortable speaking up and demanding to be treated the way we deserve? Often it has something to do with lacking the ability to honour our worth, or, failing to know our worth in the first instance. In this episode, we talk about ways that we can let ourselves down when it comes to knowing and respecting our worth, but also how we can be more empowered to act and move in a way which prioritises our self-worth.
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Change is unavoidable in the human experience, and without it we cannot grow. But, it can be hard to navigate through a busy transition period or even gather enough courage to step into change in the first place. This episode is totally inspired by what I'm going through right now and is geared towards making a big career change but we will also discuss the ways in which being intentional about the life you want and the person you want to become, will lead to the changes you require to manifest the best version of you. Certainty, safety and security are comfortable, but a comfortable life doesn't necessarily translate into a fulfilled one. In the middle of all the chaos, let's talk about how we are able to embrace change for the better.
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Financial health is having a conscious and purposeful relationship with money. We humans have a complicated and complex relationship with money but most of us cannot live without it. Are you good with your money? If not, it only takes a few small mindset shifts to significantly repair the relationship if it's dysfunctional. In this episode, I will share my own money story (while totally exposing myself) and then we will discuss some of the helpful tips that I have used to improve my relationship with money. In order to transform the relationship that we each have with money, we need to assess what it looks like at the moment - our money values, our money habits and our money thoughts - then we need to think about what we want to change and create a plan.
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Comparison is the thief of joy! So why do we do it to ourselves?! It is human nature to compare yourself to others, but we can all admit that we are too familiar with that feeling of desperate comparison that leaves us feeling threatened, insecure and jealous. Too much comparison is not good for us. Obsessive comparison is terrible for us. So how do we get past it? When it's so engrained in us, is it even possible to overcome it? Maybe not, but hopefully this episode gives you some tips that you can use to practice self-awareness, hold yourself accountable and redirect all of your energy which is being spent on feeling unworthy towards achieving your goals and growing into the woman you are supposed to be.
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Sometimes life can be difficult and there is no denying it. A great source of comfort to us in the midst of life's challenges is this notion that one day we will be able to look back and find the valuable lesson that was hiding in the middle of it all. But why do we have to wait to find it? Is it possible for us to identify the learnings and be going through hell at the same time? I think it is. I also think that the sooner we can come to terms with a bad situation, the better placed we are to utilise the discomfort it's caused and convert that into power. It's time that we start growing out of the pain, before it overcomes us.
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No one likes to admit they are a people pleaser but many of us are. If you are a woman, I can pretty much guarantee that you will be so good at people pleasing that it should be on your CV. Why? Because we are a product of the society within which we were raised and women are, and have always been, raised to make sure everyone else is happy, often at their own personal expense. It doesn't need to be this way. In fact, it is better if it's not. People pleasing isn't kindness or compassion, it's lacking emotional independence and self-worth. So let's have a chat about how to get past it.
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Gaslighting is not cute, it's not fun, but it happens. We know that it is in our best interests to avoid toxic people that engage in toxic behaviour, but let's be more specific. Gaslighting is a form of emotional, abusive manipulation. Often we don't realise it's happening to us until it's too late. Even when we finally see it for what it is, what are we supposed to do about it? What if it's someone that means the world to you? In this episode, we discuss gaslighting, how to spot it, and what you can do to build the confidence over come it.
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If you live in NZ right now, you will be well aware that August 2021 has thrown us back into a Level 4 lockdown. The coronavirus has rocked our world ever since its arrival and it continues to impact the freedom of movement that we used to take for granted. How have you coped with the countless restrictions, uncertainty and new way of life that we've been forced to accept as the new normal? Have you enjoyed locking down or does it send you spiralling into the heaviest depths of stress you've ever known? No matter how we each handle the constant changes over which we have zero control, there are a few small things we can do to make things a bit easier. Let's talk about them.
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What is confidence to you? Society has successfully convinced us that confidence is this magical (often unattainable) thing that you either have, or you don't. It's reserved only for those who are conventionally attractive, extroverted and successful. However, there is a difference between someone that appears to be confident, and someone that actually is confident. We discuss all of it in this week's episode, as well as the one, simple thing that authentically confident people all have in common, and how you can join the club.
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They say, "You are only as good as the company you keep." I don't necessarily know who 'they' are, but they are right. We are all well aware of how influential our nearest and dearest are in our lives, but how do we know if they are the right people for us? The decisions we make around who we invest energy into and spend the most time with are quite possibly the most underrated. Let's talk about why it's so important that you choose wisely.
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We all have that negative voice in the back of our minds that regularly pops up and tries to convince us that we aren't good enough, or that we need to remain in our comfort zone. This is all well and good, until we realise that voice is holding us back and is often the reason we feel like we aren't living a life true to who we are. It's only once we learn to ignore that voice, that we really start expanding our horizons.
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What kind of relationship do you have with your body? For many of us, it's complicated. Something that we need to work really hard on is trying to drain out all of the expectations and standards that are forced on us about how we are supposed to look and instead just focus on accepting my body in all of its forms. Our bodies are with us for our entire lives (like, we literally live inside them, forever) so it's vital that we do our best to nurture that relationship; that we take care of our bodies, because they are the vessels for our souls.
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On 1 August 2021, I turn 25, and that means it's only right that I reflect on the quarter century that has been my life and share some of the most important life lessons I've learnt so far. What are some of your greatest life lessons so far?
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Procrastination is the cycle that we love to hate. We all wish we didn't do it and we know it makes no rational sense, but that doesn't stop us from falling into its trap. There's no quick fix for procrastination, but once we realise what triggers it, we become better at reducing it's influence on our lives. Instead of allowing it to let us drag out the things that need to be done until we are bordering a last minute panic-attack, we can train our minds to get things done when they actually need to get done. That way, we can sooner start enjoying the pleasures of life, guilt-free.
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For many of us, thinking and talking about our past experiences of heartbreak and relationship (or friendship) break ups, makes us want to squirm. Through all the immense feelings tied up in pain and heartbreak, it is hard to see the positive. However, when one door closes, another door opens. With some perspective, you will start to see that some of your most painful moments were actually just the beginning of a better you.
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We all know that we have so much to be grateful for, but often we forget to practice that gratitude. By adding a few gratitude practices into your day, you will realise how vital it is that you take the time to remind yourself what there is to be thankful for in any moment. The act of practicing gratitude allows us to find and feel joy, and helps us shift our focus when things aren't going so well. Sometimes instead of thinking about the past or worrying about the future, the kindest thing we can do for ourselves is remember how grateful we are for the here and now.
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Boundaries, boundaries, BOUNDARIES - those invisible things that can totally improve the quality of our lives if we are setting and honouring them the way we should. Do you have trouble making or sticking to boundaries, even when you know they are in your best interests? In this episode, I discuss classic examples of boundary crossing and give you some helpful tips about how to establish and use your boundaries to protect your peace.
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At some point in our lives it becomes inevitable that we will need to ask for help. Challenge and difficulties are a part of life and as much as we wish we could, there is no avoiding it. Luckily for us, living the human experience means that we never have to do it alone (and we shouldn't have to!). In this episode, I share with you the steps that I have taken to put my mental health first and seek the help that I've needed, and I encourage you to do the same.
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Do you suffer from imposter syndrome? I know I have! In this episode, I share how some of my greatest achievements so far have been marred by feelings of imposter syndrome. I'll also share some tips with you about what's helped me to overcome it. We all deserve to embrace and celebrate our achievements. Imposter syndrome is a big, bad monster that lives in our heads but I promise we can fight it - and win!
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It's a fact that we spend too much energy worrying about what people think of us. In this episode, I discuss how being consumed by self-consciousness shaped some of the big decisions in my life (including delaying this podcast!) but more importantly, how to stop living a life where you are constantly concerned about what other people think of you.
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