Self-criticism gets in the way of the best of us. And learning how to change our mindset from 'Can I?' to 'I can!' sometimes takes a big kick in the pants... like a pandemic.  

Stepping into a space of self-acceptance can be challenging. It takes unlearning the things that do not serve you and changing your self-perception. It takes moving through depression, anxiety and at times, even suicidal thoughts to discover who you truly are.  

Overcoming self-sabotage is a hard lesson for many. When present in our lives, we end up sabotaging relationships, opportunities and the good things in life simply because we do’t believe that we deserve them.  

Overcoming shame, guilt and unhealthy coping mechanisms linked to self-sabotage and fear can take years. Its a process of unraveling the suppressed emotions and feelings that lay dormant within you.  

The link between procrastination, perfection and people-pleasing is rarely spoken about and yet, is a major block for many women. Overcoming this involves learning to prioritise and practice radical self-care, which can pose its own challenges.   

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Kelly Myerson about how she discovered the link between procrastination and perfectionism on her way to radical self-care.   

Kelly is an author, speaker, coach, and sleep expert who will cultivate space for you to emerge from stress and overwhelm to lead and savor the life of your dreams. As an occupational therapist, Kelly has over 20 years of experience specializing in sensory integration techniques. Her background in occupational therapy provides a unique perspective on development and the human condition. She helps overwhelmed working moms light up the world by taking them from burned out to radiating joy.  

Connect with Kelly here: https://beingwellwithkelly.com/ 

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Whether it be childhood trauma, domestic violence or a bad parental relationship, allowing ourselves to be seen and heard is not always an easy thing to do. Especially after training yourself to 'hide from the spotlight' for so long in order to feel safe in the world. But what could happen if you released your past and allowed yourself to become visible again?   

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Lynn Coleman about how she found the courage to allow herself to become visible again after fleeing a toxic relationship.   

Lynn Coleman helps online trainers, coaches and healers to create and grow their epic business with copywriting, coaching and tech. Certified Master Persuader and best-selling co-author of 'Women like me: Stories of courage and resilience', she helps female entrepreneurs feel more at home in the spotlight, take their space and take charge in their business.   

Connect with Sharon here: https://yourepicbusiness.com/ 

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Being able to speak up for what you want and need is not always an easy thing to do. We spend our childhoods seeking our parents approval and, when not resolved, we take this into our relationships too. And the whole time... we are abandoning ourselves.   

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Sharon Costanzo about how she found the courage to speak up for what she wanted and needed in life.   

Sharon Costanzo is an engineer, relationship coach, wife, and mom. As a child, she learned that striving for perfection at all times was the way to earn love and approval. Now she's on a mission to help other women free themselves and speak up for what they want and need.  

Connect with Sharon here: https://sharoncostanzo.com/ 

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Staying true to yourself in a world that constantly wants you to be someone else is no easy task. And yet, once we unravel the expectations of others and become relentlessly ourselves, life becomes full of meaning and purpose.  

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Evelien van Es about how she found the courage to unravel who she is and stay true to herself.   

Evelien van Es is an international business & life coach, sparring partner, speaker and the published author of Be Relentlessly Yourself. Her passion is to inspire and help her clients achieve tangible results from the heart, that last a lifetime. She works with both entrepreneurs and senior professionals that feel somewhat stuck and are often in search of fulfilment.  

Connect with Evelien van Es here: https://evelienvanes.com/en/ 

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How do you move past your past and overcome self-loathing? How do take those next steps to fully love yourself?  

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Tracey Osborne, Certified Trauma Recovery Coach about how she found the courage to process her past and overcome her own self-loathing tendencies.  

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EPISODE MAY CONTAIN TOPICS OF A SENSITIVE NATURE.  

Known for her honest, open, and bold approach to womens empowerment, Tracey Osborne is a Trauma Release Coach, guiding women on their journey to move past their past and become the empowered woman they are supposed to be.  

As a survivor and thriver of abuse, sexual assault, and a lifetime of self-loathing, Tracey connects with women on a global scale to support them in their healing; bringing them the tools they need to move past their past and create lasting self-transformation.  

Her mission is to raise awareness, facilitate change and empower women to reclaim their voice and inner power. Tracey is an unstoppable role model for others.  

Connect with Tracey Osborne here: https://traumareleasecoaching.com/  

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We all have that 'voice' in our heads and hearts whispering to us each and everyday. A knowing that guides us towards our best each and every time. But how do you learn to trust this voice when our minds and hearts are already so busy?

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews chats with Susan Jane The Intuitist, about how she has found the courage to allow intuition to lead her life. And very specifically, how this played a role in her life after studying a degree that, upon graduation, no longer existed.

Susan Jane, The Intuitist, is a published author, inspirational speaker, life/business mentor and the Event Director of the Personal Growth Expo.

Susan has spent over 30 years encouraging people to grow, trust and utilise their intuition to enable them to make confident decisions in line with their true core values.

Connect with Susan Jane here: https://intuitivenature.com.au/

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