In this episode of Enough Already, Callie shares her personal journey of moving from hyper-criticism and self-judgment to a place of self-compassion and acceptance. Growing up in the arts industry where constant evaluation and comparison were the norms, Callie learned from a young age to be hyper-critical of herself.

This relentless self-criticism led to a breaking point at age 24, manifesting in a nervous breakdown that ultimately became a breakthrough moment.

Callie explores how embracing self-worth, acceptance, and the celebration of uniqueness can lead to genuine growth. Drawing inspiration from a powerful quote by the Gottman Institute, this episode challenges the belief that criticism and judgment are necessary for improvement. Instead, it advocates for a path of growth rooted in compassion and self-acknowledgment.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The impact of growing up in a hyper-critical environment and how it shaped Callie's perspective on life and self-improvement.
- How constant self-evaluation and comparison can lead to burnout and a decline in mental and physical health.
- The transformative power of a nervous breakdown, reframed as a breakthrough moment.
- Insights into how becoming a mother accelerated Callie's journey toward self-compassion and positive growth.
- Why criticism and judgment are ineffective tools for motivation and growth, and how to replace them with acceptance and acknowledgment.
- Practical steps for recognizing and reducing hyper-criticism in your life.

Key Quotes:
- "No one grows and gets better by being put down or criticized." – The Gottman Institute 
- "When I started to see the ways life was working and to see and feel the ways I uniquely contributed to life and others, I started to see ways I could grow and ways I wanted to better."

Links and Resources Mentioned:
- The Gottman Institute (https://www.gottman.com/)

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- Visit WEBSITE for more resources and insights  

If you found this episode meaningful, please share it with someone who might benefit from hearing it. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and let Callie know how this message resonated with you. Your feedback and support are deeply appreciated.

In this episode Callie shares an update while sweating it out in the sauna.

Callie speaks to the past 2 months of illness in her home and what has worked for her during this challenging chapter of life.

Callie talks to what have been her life lines and what has kept her afloat emotionally during this time.

It has been an opportunity for deep refinement of what matters most, what her needs are and what she actually believes in.

Callie refers to a Peter Crone's Instagram reel around "it couldn't have happened any other way because it didn't" and the concept of creating inner peace around what is - the reel is HERE.

What are you currently making peace with in your life?

Reach out and share with me - love hearing from you. 


www.calliebrown.com.au
@calliecoach
[email protected]

In this solo episode, Callie reflects on the concept of "going first" – the courage to initiate change, especially in our closest relationships. It's about taking responsibility for our own well-being and values, and being willing to step forward to create positive shifts, fostering deeper connection and understanding.

In our intimate relationships, the idea of going first can be daunting, but it's essential for fostering growth and harmony. It's about challenging patterns that no longer serve love, being transparent about our needs, and committing to the vision we have for our relationships. By going first, we honor our own values and needs while creating space for mutual understanding and growth. So, let's embrace the power of going first, knowing that it's a step towards creating the relationships we truly desire, filled with openness, connection, and compassion.

www.calliebrown.com.au
@calliecoach
[email protected]

Nurturing Parenthood: Embracing Vulnerability and Inner Growth

Alita Blanchard, Parent Coach and Counsellor - Based on the NSW Central Coast, Alita is a dedicated, honest and nowhere near perfect mother of four boys (including a son in the start) who love to rumble and ramble in the outdoors . She is a trained Rites of Passage facilitator, Women's Circle facilitator and nervous system-informed Parent Coach with a focus on safety, connection and coregulation in parenting.

Alita supports and guides mothers in their transformation through motherhood (matrescence) and helps to bring awareness to their own needs and emotions so they can feel more aligned, aware and connected to themselves and their children.

In this insightful episode, Alita, a dedicated mother of boys, shares her journey and passion for working in the parenting space. She dives into the significance of tending to our nervous systems and doing inner work to be fully present for our children and future generations.

Key Points:

- **Family Life and Passion:** Alita candidly discusses her experiences as a mother and what fuels her passion for parenting. Her insights shed light on the challenges and joys of raising boys.

- **Nervous System Tending:** The conversation emphasizes the crucial role of tending to our nervous systems. Alita highlights the importance of self-care and inner work to show up authentically for our kids.

- **Journey with Social Media:** Alita shares her journey with social media and how she uses it as a platform to normalize emotions and the complexities of parenting. Her vulnerable sharing resonates with many navigating similar paths.

- **Unpacking "The Good Mother" Ideology:** The discussion delves into the pressures of conforming to societal ideals of motherhood. Alita challenges the notion of a "good mother" and encourages letting go of high expectations to embrace a more nurturing and accepting approach.

- **Child Development and Body Safety:** Alita provides valuable insights into child development, brain growth, and the importance of ensuring body safety. Her perspective on tending to children's "mixed feelings" fosters a deeper understanding of emotional well-being.

This episode offers a rich and empowering conversation, inviting listeners to reflect on their own parenting journeys and find resonance in Alita's vulnerability and wisdom. Tune in for a deeply engaging dialogue on conscious parenting and self-discovery.

Let us know what resonated with you from this episode and how it impacts your perspective on parenting and personal growth.


@calliecoach
www.calliebrown.com.au
[email protected]

@alitablanchard_
www.theawaremama.com.au

Callie is joined by the dynamic Angie Dee, a mother of four, educator, and Montessori specialist. Angie seamlessly combines her roles to share her expertise through workshops, conferences, and online courses for parents and teachers. As the host of the Neuroeducation podcast, Angie advocates for transformative change in the educational system, sparking a learning revolution aimed at empowering both parents and educators to create positive impacts for future generations.

Angie's journey into education began with a deep passion for working with children. Disheartened by the discrepancies between educational theory and practice, she embarked on a quest to explore alternative methods, leading her to discover the Montessori approach. Inspired by Montessori's emphasis on respecting the child and fostering autonomy, Angie is dedicated to reshaping education to prioritize individualized learning and meaningful experiences. Reflecting on her transition to homeschooling her own children, Angie highlights the importance of building supportive communities to thrive in unconventional educational paths, envisioning a future where learning is a holistic and collaborative endeavor.

Find Angie
Insta - https://www.instagram.com/neuroeducationpodcast

Find Callie
Insta - Instagram (@calliecoach)
Website - https://www.calliebrown.com.au/
Email - [email protected]

In this solo episode Callie explores the depths of the human experience and personal growth.

She delves into the inevitable aspect of pain and how embracing it can lead to profound growth and healing.

Understanding pain:
Pain comes in various forms—disappointment, jealousy, anger, and more—each carrying its weight in our emotional landscape. Society often teaches us to avoid or suppress pain, but what if we shifted our perspective?

Embracing Pain:
Callie shares personal insights and stories on how embracing pain has been a transformative journey in her own  life. By naming and acknowledging her pain without judgment, creating space for healing and growth.

Navigating Pain:
Callie explores and offers practical strategies for navigating pain:
- Identifying underlying wants or needs behind the pain.
- Practicing self-compassion and self-validation.
- Seeking support from loved ones or professionals.
- Using pain as a catalyst for learning and personal development.

Cultivating Resilience:
Embracing pain isn't about wallowing; it's about building resilience and emotional intelligence. Callie discusses tools and practices for cultivating resilience and promoting overall well-being.

As we wrap up, remember that pain is a natural part of life. Embracing it with courage and compassion can lead to profound growth and healing. In this episode Callie invites you to share your thoughts, comments, questions and experiences on embracing pain for growth and resilience.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Enough Already.

Stay tuned for more insightful solo conversations on personal development, conscious living, and meaningful connections.

Huge Love xx

Drop your comments to @calliecoach on instagram or [email protected].

Join Callie in a heartfelt conversation with Tanya Kitto, a client and dear friend she has shared a coaching container with over the last four years. Tanya reflects on her journey, sharing the profound impact of embracing an ordinary life with self-love and acceptance. Through Tanya's exploration of spirituality and coaching, she discovered the importance of integrating human elements into her self-discovery. The episode explores the transformative power of self-awareness, self-compassion, and the value of commitment to one's authentic self. Tanya highlights the beauty of giving oneself permission to lead an ordinary yet magnificent life, emphasizing the liberation found in self-trust and the ripple effects of personal growth.

The conversation delves into Tanya's experience with Crohn's disease, her spiritual journey, and the evolution of her relationships. Tanya expresses the profound shift in her interactions, creating a space for authentic conversations and the freedom to explore her truth. The episode concludes with Tanya's powerful permission slip: "It's not selfish to love yourself." This sentiment encapsulates the essence of the coaching container shared by Callie and Tanya—a space for genuine connection, self-discovery, and the celebration of an ordinary life infused with extraordinary moments.

@calliecoach
@i_am_tanya_k
www.calliebrown.com.au

A solo ep to kick of Enough Already Podcast for 2024!!

Callie unpacks the process of experiencing tangible change.

Callie breaks down the process into bite sized chunks, hopefully gifting you an embodied practice to take out into your every day life.

How often do we hear the quote "Life is about the journey, not the destination" - but what is the journey and how do we stay invested and focused on the process when we feel so distant or unsure of what we actually want or what we are moving toward?

Callie shares 5 steps to embracing the process and experiences tangible change - speaking to real and true relationship challenges that arise for her when swimming in the unknown alongside her Hubby who processes life, challenges and change in a very different way to her.

This episode is about awareness, permission, getting clear on your non-negotiables, reigniting your meaning and tools to become aware of how you behave in the face of change.

Let us know what you loved in this Episode by leaving a comment on Callie's instagram page or dropping an email to [email protected] - we love hearing your comments and take-aways

Remember to hit subscribe and share the podcast with your friends - thank you! 

Welcome to this deeply grounded and wildly soul stimulating episode with Brittany Laidlaw.

Britt is a Somatic Ecologist, Rewilding Mentor, and Accredited Wayapa Practitioner with over a decade of experience leading embodied nature-connection programs. Britt holds a Masters of Environment in Somatic Ecology, a Bachelor degree in Sustainable Enterprise, and is currently completing a pioneering PhD in eco-somatics. She is also the Co-Founder of Natureculture, an enterprise which offers immersive programs that reconnect people to the natural world and the wild parts of themselves.
Within the business, Britt's programs specifically focus on midwifing the dormant potential within women by connecting to the wild feminine. Today, her work primarily focuses on guiding women through The EARTHED Framework, an experiential map for conversing with the body, soul, and nature based on her PhD research.
Prior to this, Britt also co-founded Wildsong, a nature mentoring business for children and families that is currently in evolution and awaiting rebirth.

Britt talks to what it takes to live having access and approval to all parts of your personal ecology.

She opens up about what living is about for her and from her persecutive what the purpose of feeling is.

Giving us a breakdown of her EARTHED framework and how our bodies and emotional experience/sensations  can be supported by looking at and connecting to nature.

If you are yearning to live and move through your world in a more embodied and connected way - this conversation with Britt will be inspirational.

Love to hear what resonated most for you!

Big Love
Cal x

@brittanyjanelaidlaw
@natureculture.co
@wildsong_
https://natureculture.samcart.com/products/wildwomanmay2024

In this episode of Enough Already we chat with Tamica Wilder.

Tamica is a sexologist, author and multi-qualified therapist with a deep passion for teaching women how to re-connect with their power and unapologetic self-expression while giving full permission to shamelessly prioritise pleasure and play.

Tamica brings over 19 years of facilitation and group work experience and guides with wisdom, compassion, humour and love in all that she does.

Her work arms you with the tools you need to create lasting and meaningful change and reconnects you with all that's possible inside your feminine embodiment and full, authentic sexual expression. 

We cover the importance of being connected to body, pleasure and inner deep awareness if how tuned in and turned on we are by life, our relationships and our commitments.

Tamica also talks about the importance of prioritising self-regulation and knowing what she needs to show up to life in a way that feels good.

We hear how Tamica found her way to becoming a sexologist and her knowing that sexual expression is a key part of whole-being living.

This is an intimate, fun and deeply open conversation!

Tamica is a delightful, anchored and expansive energy - enjoy!

We all yearn for deeper connections and Tamica beautifully talks about how we can honour and prioritise the quality of our relationships through connection.

Love to hear your takeaways from this episode.

Love
Cal x