What if the life you're living isn't the one you actually chose — but the one you settled for?

In this transformative episode of Women Thrive, Annette Williams, founder of Silverbrook Hypnotherapy and former BBC TV producer, shares how she broke free from burnout and societal expectations to design a life on her own terms. From high-stakes TV deadlines to healing through hypnotherapy, Annette reveals the power of conscious decision-making, self-belief, and realigning with your values.

This episode is a masterclass in trusting your inner voice, letting go of fear, and stepping into the life that’s been waiting for you all along.

✨ About the Guest ✨

Annette Williams is the founder of Silverbrook Hypnotherapy, where she specialises in helping professional women get the credit they deserve, by unblocking their confidence to stand up and speak out.

Annette believes that everyone is entitled to live a life they love, without limitations, and that boosting your self-belief can be truly transformational!

Before becoming a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist, Annette had a distinguished 38-year career as a BBC TV Producer, where she worked with everyone from Hollywood A-Listers and The Royal Family, to first time presenters and members of the public.

Annette’s TV work earned her multiple BAFTA and Royal Television Society awards, a US Emmy nomination, and a treasured Gold "Blue Peter" badge! (If you watched TV as a child in the UK, you'll know what a "Blue Peter" badge is!)

Annette’s unique approach blends creative industry experience with bespoke therapeutic techniques, including hypnosis, to address issues like performance anxiety, public speaking fears, social anxiety, and phobias.

Annette also lectures at the University of Salford and lives in Cheshire with her daughter Chelsea and their dog Muffin.

📢 Important Links 📢

Connect with our Guest:

https://silverbrookhypnotherapy.co.uk

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annette-williams-silverbrook

https://www.instagram.com/silverbrook_hypnotherapy

https://www.facebook.com/silverbrookhypnotherapy

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➡️ Show Highlights

(00:00) Introduction

(03:03) The Power of Conscious Choices

Making aligned decisions puts you in control of your life.

(06:16) Being in Control of Your Path

Don’t get dragged—be the one steering your own journey.

(09:46) From Redundancy to Reinvention

A career setback led Annette to her true calling.

(11:07) Why Choices Build Resilience

Owning your choices helps you face life with strength.

(17:05) Why We Make the Wrong Choices

Fear and conditioning often keep us stuck.

(22:51) Helping Women See Past Their Barriers

Annette empowers women to recognize their true brilliance.

(26:02) Her Boldest Life Decision: Adopting as a Single Woman

Choosing to adopt changed her life forever.

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