Today Kristy talks to Dr Marion Piper. Marion is a copywriter and creativity coach on a quest to uncover what it means to live a truly creative life. She’s an internationally published writer and has worked in creative agencies both in Australia and the United States. Her PhD thesis, ‘The Missed Encounter’, explores the relationship between creativity and posttraumatic growth – finding that a daily engagement with the creative process can bolster an individual against life’s struggles and unexpected events.

Marion currently works as a freelance creative under the moniker Marion Piper Creative where she helps feel-good and do-good brands take the stress out of knowing what to say and how to say it. Follow her on Instagram to see what she's thinking, creating and planning.

We also talk about:

-Reframing creativity

-Creative collisions

-How can we bolster ourselves against trauma

-Creativity hacks

Where to find Marion:

W: www.marionpipercreative.com

IG: @marionpipercreative

Marion’s recommendations:

The Artist’s Way - https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-artist-s-way-julia-cameron/book/9780143129257.html

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Today Kristy talks to Alex O’Callaghan. Alex is a photographer and content creator who helps passion-fuelled, purpose driven women in business create captivating imagery that truly represents their brand and what they stand for. She specialises in Personal Branding imagery for big hearted biz babes and also loves dabbling in creative product photography. She lives in sunny Brisbane with her husband, two kiddos and adorable toy cavoodle.

I loved this conversation with Alex as she shared so many great ‘soundbites’ throughout. We went deep on self-exploration and it was just awesome!

We also talk about:

- Redefining success

- Leading with kindness

- The importance of moving forward

- An unexpected lesson from horseriding

Where to find Alex:

W: alexocallaghan.co

IG: @lxocreativestudio

Alex’s Recommendations:

Arianna Huffington: Thrive https://www.booktopia.com.au/thrive-arianna-huffington/book/9780753555422.html

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Today Kristy welcomes Caitlin Stone back to the podcast. Caitlin is a Byron Bay based ecologist and environmental educator who specialises in ecology, nature-based workshops and natural products, predominantly for women. Caitlin started her nature connection business, Wild Search Australia, 2 years ago. She hopes to connect people to nature through her natural body products and workshops, for the betterment of their health and the health of the planet.

This conversation is filled with authentic truth bombs from Caitlin, which we just love! She also has a new business baby, which we get the chance to talk about.

We also talk about:

- Navigating a Global Pandemic

- What happened to Caitlin during Mercury Retrograde

- The impact of Globalisation

- The importance of Nature Connection

- Her latest addition to the family, Life Wild

Where to find Caitlin:

W: www.wildsearchaustralia.com.au

W: www.lifewild.com.au

IG: @wildsearch

IG: @lifewildau

Caitlin’s Recommendations:

Wild Your Life E-Book - https://wildsearchaustralia.com.au/shop/eBooks-c54177061

Nature Connection For Wellness Course - https://wildsearchaustralia.com.au/shop/Online-Course-c48259007

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Today Kristy talks to Melissa Hogan. Melissa is a Master Practitioner of Hypnotherapy & NLP, Master Life Coach & Reiki Practitioner. Like many healers, Melissa’s journey began when she hit a rock bottom after a life-changing event in 2017 and a deep inner knowing that life could be better than what she had been experiencing. She then made it her mission to not only heal from her experiences but to learn how to tap into her own innate wisdom, guidance and to live a truly aligned purposeful life. Her journey has continued to expand through the deepening of her own spiritual awakening.

Melissa facilitates 1 on 1 past life regression sessions in addition to workshops and group programs utilising a combination of hypnotherapy, NLP, energy healing and her own intuitive gifts.

This episode is so interesting, as Melissa facilitated a session on Kristy and they unpack it on this episode. It’s a must listen!

We also talk about:

- Healing yourself from the inside out

- Paying attention to signs from the universe

- Conscious Mind vs. Subconscious Mind

- Reframing Our Beliefs

- The process of a Past Life Regression

Where to find Melissa:

IG: @melissahogan__

W: www.melissahogan.com.au

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Today Kristy talks to Melissa Pepers. She’s here for the dreamers that are serious about turning their ideas into a business that turns heads and opens wallets. She knows that how your business connects to the people that buy what you sell is what makes it a business that pays you, instead of a hobby you pay for – and Melissa knows that because through Bonbo she turns good ideas into disruptive businesses and magic brands every day.

In this conversation Melissa walks us through the 12 archetypes, plus her own addition; The Innocent, Everyman, Hero, Outlaw, Explorer, Creator, Ruler, Magician, Lover, Caregiver, Jester, Sage and Wild Self.

We also talk about:

- Consumer Trends

- What the hell is a trope?

- How values align with your goals

Where to find Melissa:

IG: @bonboau

W: www.bonbo.co

Melissa’s Recommendations:

Dr. Demartini Values https://drdemartini.com/values/

TV Tropes https://tvtropes.org/

Bonbo Affiliate Link: Use the code KRISTYGRAY at checkout to receive $50 off any and all services

Kristy’s Weekly Pick:

Morning! App - https://apps.apple.com/au/app/morning-a-5-minute-journal/id1455594587

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Today Kristy talks to Taela Laurene. Taela ditched her previous ambitions in the beauty industry when she stepped foot into a large crystal wholesale store one Autumn arvo. She walked out addicted to all things gem and catapulted herself into the wild wild world of Stones. Taela immediately dedicated herself to creating a fun, sisterhood centred, vibrant and unique space where crystal lovers and crystal novices can explore and learn about gems just as she had. She launched her business Sister and Stone (previously Meraki Jewels) and hasn’t looked back since.

But we didn’t just talk about crystals! I loved this conversation with Taela, as it was honest, open and we had a ton of laughs!

We also talk about:

- What crystals you can start working with

- Easy everyday rituals

- Societal expectations

- Having the courage to speak your truth

Where to find Taela:

W: www.taelalaurene.com

IG: @healinghighvibes

FB: @healingandhighvibes

Can be found on iTunes, Podbean and Spotify under: “Healing & High Vibes Uncensored”

Kristy’s Weekly Pick:

Join Own Your Magic! Doors close on Friday 14th August 2020 and the magic begins on Monday 17th August 2020 - https://www.kristygray.com/courses

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Today Kristy talks to Brooke Nolly. Brooke is a life and business coach, helping heart centred men and women build inner confidence, assertiveness and authority over their lives.

Brooke shares that getting into the drivers seat of your life can often feel extremely daunting. She helps people take action and bring their very own conscious businesses to life. Out with the old is a big philosophy of hers.

I loved this conversation with Brooke, she is a powerhouse!

We also talk about:

- The art of effective communication

- How childhood programming affects us as adults

- Redefining success

- Bringing order to the chaos

Where to find Brooke:

W: brookenolly.com

IG: @brookenolly

FB: @brookenolly

Brooke's Recommendations:

Understanding Myself Quiz - https://www.understandmyself.com/

Kristy's Weekly Pick:

Lonvitalite Dermal Roller - https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/lonvitalite/lonvitalite-dermal-roller.html

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Today Kristy talks to Chelsea Sneyd. Chelsea is a Gold Coast born and raised gal with a passion for marketing small businesses and building her own. Always hoping an ocean swim counts as a hair wash and dogs are allowed. She studied a Bachelor Of Business Communications only to find her self working in a bar in London then as a food reviewer in Sydney.

Chelsea shares that life so far has been a lesson in discovering the beauty in the unplanned. Which is exactly how our magical conversation went!

We also talk about:

- Leaping into product development

- How naivety allowed for unexpected momentum

- How to achieve the perfect tan

- Plus, all things beauty!

Where to find Chelsea:

W: GCGlow.com.au

IG: @gcglow

IG: @marketing.schmarketing

Chelsea’s Recommendations:

1000 Hr Brow Dye Kit - https://1000hour.com.au/collections/eyelash-brow-dye-kits

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz - https://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com/brow-wiz/brow-wiz.html

ModelCo Brow Gel - https://modelco.com/clear-brow-gel

Rationale C3 - https://www.rationale.com/products/beautiful-skin-superfluid-spf50-c3

Kristy’s Weekly Pick:

Use the promo code KRISTY20 at checkout to receive 20% off your purchase at GC Glow - https://gcglow.com.au/discount/KRISTY20

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Today Kristy talks to Alex Hede. Alex is an educator and the owner of Blossom House Co. She has been tutoring all ages in reading foundations, maths and english for over 12 years. Alex has various tertiary degrees and is nurturing, kind and very passionate about sparking and empowering the confidence within all of her students.

This conversation is open, honest and I just loved chatting to Alex about her journey to date.

We also talk about:

-How Alex went from being homeschooled to starting her own tutoring business

-Having to redefine what success looks like after a life-changing experience

-Overcoming domestic violence

-Creating a positive impact through tutoring and nurturing others

-The unique learning styles that are often not catered to by the standard education system

Where to find Alex:

IG: @blossomhouseco

FB: @blossomhouseco

W: www.blossomhouseco.com

Alex’s recommendations:

Rich Dad Poor Dad - Robert Kyosaki

Infinite Self - Stuart Wilde

Kristy’s Weekly Pick:

Shine Nootropic Drink

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Today Kristy talks to Emma Louise Griffiths. Emma is a fashion stylist and feminist. She adores clothes and how they make you feel and loves to create inspiring outfits and beautiful images. Emma is also studying a post-graduate diploma in gender studies, covering topics from the history of gender, intersectionality, media and gender and sex workers.

This was such an insightful conversation, as we also touched on Black Lives matter and how to continue the conversation.

We also talk about:

- The gender pay gap

- Sexism and the media

- Intersectionality

- How Emma combines her love of fashion and feminism

Where to find Emma:

IG: @emmalouise.griffiths

W: www.emmalouisegriffiths.co.uk

Emma’s Recommendations:

- The Guilty Feminist Podcast

- Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw Ted Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/kimberle_crenshaw_the_urgency_of_intersectionality

- Bell Hooks - http://www.bellhooksinstitute.com/

- Revolting Prostitutes: The Fight for Sex Workers’ Rights

Kristy’s Weekly Pick:

Brain.Fm - https://www.brain.fm/app

*NB Slavery abolition was around 1865, which was more than 100 years ago as Kristy suggested in this episode.

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