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We've all been there. You know the place where we overthink, ruminate, and dwell on thoughts or situations that most likely will never happen.

Our brain goes over a perceived problem by going into analysis mode. We think, worry, question, reason and plan continuously. Then we cycle through all the possibilities of what can happen, and what can go wrong….and then we do it all over again!

You project into the future a scenario that puts you in a spiral and before you know it your body thinks it's actually in that situation. Your breathing changes, the way that you carry your self changes, your shoulders tighten and you're on high alert for something that is future based. You can become overwhelmed and paralysed with fear and anxiety.

When this happens, it can derail your entire day. Chatting to friends may help, but it can also exacerbate matters if they start agreeing with you. So choose carefully who it is you seek guidance from when you start going down this rabbit hole.

A Harvard Science Review explains that "A human mind is a wandering mind, and a wandering mind is an unhappy mind'.

Tune in to learn tips and tricks on how to manage your overthinking.

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How we feel matters.

Each day we get to choose how we show up, and depending on how we do show up, we can become the absolutely and amazingly magnetic version of ourselves.

Remember anytime that you feel overwhelmed and filled with anxiety and discomfort, it's a reminder that a break through is just around the corner. When a chapter of your life ends, things become confusing. Feel your feelings and face your emotions. Let it pass. Healing isn't linear. Sometimes it's a few steps forward and then maybe a step backwards. Sometimes it feels like you're all over the place. Even though you're not 100% healed, be reminded that you deserve love and to enjoy all of the niceties of life.

The lesson here is that magnetic people do not dwell on their pain and they most definitely do not take it publicly. Instead they flex and tweak their personality to bring the best version of themselves forward. It is believed that charisma is around 50% innate and 50% learned.

And, that's the good news. It means we can all tweak our charm and magnetism by extending our existing qualities such as presence, power, warmth, positive body language and great listening skills into our everyday. We can learn and practice and apply as we go along.

Tune in to learn how to become magnetic.

Eugenia xox

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This week we are looking at Social Media and why it matters. Let's start here.

Like many of you, I too feel that the Social Media Merry-go-round can be daunting, and fatigue inducing, let alone invoking feelings of insecurity and vulnerability and questioning whether what you have to share matters.

I've heard so many times "That it takes too much work and I'm not sure that I have the time and the desire to keep posting" and " Why post?" or "I think I can use my time better than planning socials." It goes on and on.

Having given it some thought, and speaking from experience, it seems difficult with all the constant changes in algorithms to keep up. For me personally, there are a number of IG accounts that I follow and 'like' and 'comment' on that for some reason aren't appearing when I'm scrolling. Yes, it's frustrating, and to be honest it can be overwhelming to keep up, especially when Instagram moves the goal posts. So now, posting isn't enough. Yes, we need to make reels with 'original' content, and not 'shared' content.

So why should we be using social media. Firstly, it creates the opportunity to share our message with the world. Secondly, it's an affordable option. I'm sure that some of you tuning in right now will remember the large advertising budgets companies used in the 70's 80's and 90's. Large investments in paid advertising with big name advertising agencies.

So, with social media, you need to be smart about how you use it. What I mean by this is, ask yourself: are you a curator firstly and a consumer secondly. You can post and write about what you know, about your products and offers, about your thoughts and philosophies, or you can just simply consume what's there, and waste your time being a voyeur of someone else's life.

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In episode 8, titled Becoming a Boundary Queen, we discussed how interruptions to our work day can wreak havoc, and that it's up to us to set healthy boundaries.

In today's episode titled How To Improve Performance with Strategic Breaks we are discussing the breaks you take on your terms to improve outcomes and to become more creative.

There's a difference between these type of strategic breaks and interruptions.

When you're working in a flow state on a task or project, and your ideas are flowing freely, you feel great!

You keep working through and as you keep chipping away, you then suddenly find that you're not feeling great. You've hit a wall, a roadblock, and your thinking is no longer laser focused. Productivity has dropped. You can't focus, and you begin to feel irritable.

We all know what that feels like, to be stuck on a problem. We ruminate as it goes round and round our head, increasing frustration and obliterating enthusiasm.

So, you try to push through. You put the kettle on, so sure and confident, and with fingers crossed while you make a wish, that when you return to the task, you'll be able to smash your way through. Sometimes that works, but oh no, not on this occasion.

This is when we need a different sort of break, and I'll be sharing with you great tips and tricks for working in the zone.

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Caregiving is complex and the experiences are mixed. But one thing is for sure, caring requires understanding, focus and intentional support.

Caregiving is an incredible expression of love and generosity, but it can also take a huge toll on your physical, mental and emotional health.

I cared for my close friend who lost her battle aged 42, I sat with my mum in the two weeks when she was suddenly and unexpectedly admitted to hospital at the end of her life, and I cared for my father for around one and half years. I have no regrets and would do it all again.

Hospital visits, discussions with the medical teams, shopping, cooking meals, cleaning, organising medications, looking after pets, plus so many other roles were part of the everyday, all the while I was balancing the needs of my own family, and work.

Keep listening to learn the tips and tricks about becoming an attentive, loving and focused carer while looking after yourself too.

FINANCIAL ABUNDANCE – A ROAD MAP

If New York is a state of mind, the same can be said for nearly everything in life. Sinatra reminds us if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere.

When it comes to Financial Abundance, the same can be true. It starts with a state of mind, and it might end with leaving a legacy.

We all desire to be truly free. Free to do more of what we love, free to choose what to do, when to do it, and who to share it with.

We want to be free to choose our passions, our projects, our investments, our charities, our generosity, and our peace of mind.

How we talk to ourselves about money matters. Have you every found yourself saying:

• You don't have enough money.
• You'll never be able to afford that.
• Desiring money is bad or greedy
• You're not good with money.
• The more you give away the less you have for yourself.
• The only way to earn money is through hard work and sacrifice.

These thoughts are based on lack and scarcity. Try replacing these internal dialogues with thoughts of abundance, ease, and generosity. Let's to a swap:

• The money I have is enough and I get to earn and spend accordingly
• I will create a plan to afford the life I desire
• Having money is not bad, it allows me to have choices
• The more I make, the more I can make a difference to those less fortunate
• I get to work for money and I get to invest and make my money work for me

I remember asking my father what was the most important thing in life. His response was the freedom to choose.

So tune in, to learn more and visit me at https://www.business-class.com.au/

How to make your business dream come true?

In the words of Anna Wintour, 'the best way to make a dream come true is to wake up'. As editor-in-chief of American Vogue, and host of the Met Gala… I think she knows what she's talking about.

Creating a successful business is not a mystery, but yes it can be a challenge. It requires a different version of you to rise to the task.

You have the dream and you're experiencing the exhilaration and excitement at becoming a business owner, and you think about what it is you want to achieve.

Yes, you want to provide a service, create an impact, enjoy financial independence, and experience more happiness both in your life and in your business.

You plan your vision with the same passion you have when you fall in love…. Well maybe not quite…but as an entrepreneur you'll be in a relationship with your business for a long time.

There's another side to envisioning what your business is about, and that is, the spiritual side of your business. What does this mean you ask?

Well, it's the change that you want to see in the world. Usually this is linked to your life experiences or passions, and it leverages your natural gifts.

Think of causes such as - empowering women, ensuring all kids have breakfast at school, caring for the planet, making an impact in health, end human suffering/slave labour in the workplace. You get the drift. It's something intrinsic that you become the vessel for. It's bigger than making a profit. It's about ethical choices, passions, and wanting to make a difference.

There's so much more to share on this podcast. Be inspired.

Love Eugenia

Become a Boundary Queen. We've all been there. Saying YES, when you really wanted to say NO. Boundaries can be tricky. We give those close to us whether its family, friends, work colleagues or acquaintances access to the best part of us. But we need to remind ourselves that we are in charge of who has access, and how often they have access, and under what circumstances that access happens. So, what is a boundary? A boundary is a demarcation between things we are responsible for and those things we can't be responsible for. You'll learn tips and tricks about setting healthy boundaries, why they are so important, how to stand in your power.

In this week's episode we discuss the power of becoming present, the power of energy and the power of manifestation. Geordie Ritchie is a Kinesiologist at Flourish who shares his story on how he's living a life aligned with passion and purpose, as he helps children and adults with their health and wellbeing. Be inspired by this passionate and amazingly present entrepreneur as he discusses what matters most.

You can connect with Geordie at the links below.

https://www.flourishkinesiology.com.au

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We are all creatures of habit. We can get caught up in over thinking the past and the future, living up to other's expectations, or comparing ourselves instead of appreciating just how far we've come.

Let's be honest, who hasn't become muddled with their thoughts only to derail good habits and lifestyle choices? We are human after all. A step backwards doesn't mean that you can't make a significant leap forward. Our thoughts greatly influence our habits, but we can stand in our power and do something about it.

If you have good habits they become part of your lifestyle. Equally bad habits can do the same thing and wreak havoc on your well-being. But changing bad habits is about letting go of what's holding you back. Think about that sneaky chocolate bar that may be luscious on the lips but not on the hips! Or the continuous swiping of your credit card so that you can feel good about yourself for a moment…that is until the statement is due for payment.

Good habits help us to live a good life and if we are lucky, we get to live a great life. Who doesn't want that?

But we need more that just habits. Our character is shaped by choices, habits and values, such as loyalty, honesty, kindness, integrity, courage, justice, and humility.

So how can we live a life filled with good habits that guide us, uplift us, and encourage us to live a fulfilling and happy life?

Engaging in good habits helps us build success, both personally and professionally.

But, recently the measure of success has been more about personality, public image and skills.

But what makes successful people stand out? It's about having an alluring personality, and skill-set capabilities together with highly valued principles. That's the winning formula.

One of the grandfathers of philosophy, Aristotle, wrote that we are what we repeatedly do. He reminds us that excellence is not an act but a habit. How powerful is that?

In more modern times, Stephen Covey author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People wrote about habits and cultivating character to achieve sustainable success.

This book greatly influenced my life, and remains a firm favourite. I've enjoyed sharing the lessons of Covey on this podcast, and I'll be including a more detailed list of the 7 Habits on my website.

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With love, Eugenia x