Power To Be Happy: Journey of Healing, Together

Power To Be Happy: Journey of Healing, Together

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Power To Be Happy: Journey of Healing, Together episodes

  • #53 – If You Feel Demotivated And Too Tired To Care

    What often hits you the most isn’t the change itself, but the impact you notice when you go back to your daily life.
    Because when it Is in the act of unfolding, you’re just doing your best to get through it, to survive…
    For me, it was when I got my first all clear:
    With relief, I went back to work, my family, the daily life.
    I could not settle in, and deep on the inside, I knew that something was missing.
    On the surface, nothing has changed – I kept doing the same things I’ve always done…
    So why does it feel so wrong?!
    I could not figure it out – until I saw myself from the outside:
    Cancer turns your life inside out, it changes your body, how you think about the future, even the way you feel on the inside…
    This change is dramatic, and doing the same things you have always done is never going to fit!
    If your sense of self has gone through a transformation, then you want to change what you do, right?
    Because when you do align what you do each day, it will support you in going through life’s inevitable struggles, and giving you the confidence and the support you need to fulfil your most sacred hopes and aspirations.
    I get it, my friend – more change is the last thing you want because you have suffered and you pushed yourself far beyond…
    But I want to share with you three ideas to help you feel more connected, reinvigorated, more alive!
    These will serve to bring you in line with the person that you are today so you can lead a happier, more fulfilled life that you truly deserve!
    Tune in to this week’s episode of The Happy YOU for more on how to move forward in life even when you’re exhausted:

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    28 min
  • #52 – How To Be Hopeful When There Is No Hope In Sight

    Why are some people better at coping with struggles they face through life?
    It’s true, isn’t…
    Some people just seem to handle it better, to keep going even when it all seems so hopeless, but – how?!
    What makes them special?
    Is this some kind of luck or circumstance?
    I don’t know about you, but when I look back at my own struggles, from losing my first job to the bout of depression to the time my cancer came back…
    They all seem so different, and there is only one thing they have in common:
    ME!
    Despite all the troubles, and no good reasons to hold on to hope, I found a way through, and I am still here.
    So are you, my friend – you kept going and survived despite the craziness that goes on around you, with no special gifts or powers or even luck.
    In some way, it’s liberating that in the face of life’s struggles, we are all equal.
    And even if each situation you face is unlike the other, you are the only constant – and everything else keeps changing and shifting like sand…
    And if you can’t change the situation you find yourself in, there is only one thing to do:
    Change the way that you look at it.
    Find your way to make peace with it, not because it is easy or because you’re ok with it, but because you want to let go.
    And even if it seems if there is no hope in sight, those struggles that you have survived have proven you this:
    You are strong, you are resilient, you can figure things out, and keep going!!
    And hold onto hope that no matter how crazy it gets, things can, and do, change.
    For the better!
    For more on living with hope, check out this week’s show:

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    17 min
  • #51 – How To Make Meaningful Change

    It’s what I saw in their faces – smiles, joy – that simply blew me away.
    That day at the hospital it was crazy:
    The waiting, the rush, the needle and we are on the emergency caesarean…
    Seeing our son come into the world = MIRACLE.
    You forget everything – but I couldn’t help notice the people working their magic:
    The smiles, the joy, the absolute reassurance we got from the doctors who got us through was nothing short of AMAZING.
    True, you could you say it’s their job, but…
    It’s a beautiful thing to bring life into this world!
    And so the same is true of ideas.
    Like life, these do not materialise into the world alone.
    Even the best ideas need guidance, support and a community in order to come to life.
    And when you have the desire, that dream, to make things happen…
    You – you become the catalyst.
    To fuse together the parts into one whole.
    It need not be epic, but it must be a CHANGE:
    It’s a beautiful feeling to bring new things to life,
    To bring people together, give them hope, help them thrive,
    You will take the world better, but you can’t go alone,
    And when we are united, we grow skillful and we are strong!
    First, you must have desire and the will to make change,
    Then, you bring home the vision so it doesn’t seem strange,
    Now, you rally the people, and make them run the show,
    So that they feel empowered to explore and to grow,
    To be there for each other and to make change as one,
    To make plans, to be hopeful, share the love and have fun,
    As you carry the hope and you keep dreams alive,
    You are making things happen – give yourself a high five!
    The catalyst – for without you, there is no room for change
    True change does not come from a place where something is lacking…
    This change comes from a place of being ENOUGH.
    Because no matter what you been through, you are enough to be loved, to have impact and respect you so richly deserve!
    But it doesn’t come easy – so how do you find the courage to pull it off?
    This is the subject of this week’s episode on my personal growth podcast called The Happy YOU where I take you through my four step process to make change in a sustainable way to make greater impact and connect with those who share your values:

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    23 min
  • #50 – Find Courage When You Need It Most

    There is no getting away from it – finding courage is never easy. But find it we must! So we begin with this poem I wrote for you:
    Now: a pivotal moment, time when you need to act,
    To bring out the courage, to be calm and exact,
    It’s the choice to move forward, or to leave with regret,
    It is your path to greatness, but you must not forget:
    It will never easy, but you still make a stand,
    Stand for what you believe in, what you will and command,
    So you live through your values, how you want things to be,
    It’s your dream for the future, when you’re going to be free…
    From doubt and stay true… To you!
    And when you don’t find the courage you need, you end up with regret.
    As I was telling you on this week’s episode of The Happy YOU, these three things will help you bring out courage from the inside and into your life at a time when you need it most:
    By the way, if you are new to my world, The Happy YOU is my podcast in personal growth – in 15 minutes a week, we make a step forward towards leading a happier, more fulfilled life if you have lived through the struggle.
    This week, we talk about COURAGE.
    Because you don’t wake up in the morning wanting to be courageous:
    No, it is the last resort – and we need to know that because it’s all too see to put this pressure on yourself to have it all figured out and ready for anything…
    This is not how real life is!
    Especially when you have seen your fair share of trouble…
    So I want to ask you this:
    Where in your life do you need to be courageous today?
    Please take a moment to consider this because it matters – we all those situations that we must face and live through with courage.
    If you know what this is for you, then I am here to remind you:
    YOU ARE ENOUGH.
    You are strong, you are resourceful, you have prevailed and you can figure things out!
    Take care, my friend, you’ve got this!
    Do not forget: no matter how hard it gets, hold on to hope that things can, and do, CHANGE.
    For the better!

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    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    19 min
  • #49 – How To Live With Purpose

    Do you sometimes feel out of time, out of place?

    It always happens when I get an idea for a project, and then pitch it, but it doesn’t take off, and I end up cross and resentful.

    The worst part about it is you blame yourself, and doubting the things you said or done…

    My friend, it’s not you, and there is not one thing wrong with you, quite the opposite – everything is RIGHT WITH YOU!

    The problem is, your best intentions and the hopes you have stay hidden, so out of sight even you might miss them at times with all the craziness that is around in our world today…

    But when you let your true self loose out in the world to seek a better life, a good life where you are not walled in with your worries, but out there doing what feels right for you and helps others, this is when things start to change.

    When you direct your focus away from worry towards a purposeful life, you feel like you BELONG.

    I guess what I’m trying to say is:

    When you look back on your life, what will you feel inside:
    Will you sulk, be regretful, or fill your heart with pride?
    We are born to take chances, lead a purposeful life,
    When you give, you make meaning and keep our dreams alive,
    It’s the journey you take to make sense of it all,
    When you’re no longer one, but one part of a whole,
    To create what you’re proud of, to bring courage and hope,
    Support someone in struggle, show them love, help them cope,
    There is nothing to lose when you’re on the right track,
    Because when you go forward you don’t need to look back,
    To find you BELONG
    And from Simplify Cancer Podcast to my latest book “Finding Hope in Times of Uncertainty: A Guide to Thriving in the Challenging World of Today” to my coaching work, I find it ever so humbling to shine a light on the person who seeks a better future.

    This is inspiring to me, my friend, your commitment to living the life you deserve!

    But where do you begin and how do you keep it up in a way that makes sense to you, and your way of life?

    I believe it comes down to three simple things that you can make work for you in a sustainable way – and I walk you right through it in the latest episode of The Happy YOU podcast:

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    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    26 min
  • #48 – How To Feel More Connected

    This birthday I woke up expecting a busy day on the phone, but as the day went on, nobody called.

    A few times I checked to see if the phone was even on…

    It’s kind of sad and made me feel like a loser, but it did make me wonder:

    What’s going on? How did I lose touch with so many people without even realising it?!

    Not pointing the finger here – we all have so much that is going on, but it just goes to show:

    If you don’t put in the effort, they’re gone.

    But really, is it any wonder?

    If you want your career to shoot up, or your business to grow, that requires consistent effort.

    And if getting good at tennis or golf takes practice and lots of it, then why not apply the same to key relationships with people in your life?

    I’ve been trying to show up with my friends ever since, make sure to call and catch up even when there’s a lot going on, and you know what?

    It’s paying off – we’re the closest we’ve ever been, and it feels good to know there’s always someone who’s got your back…

    Because you know how life is, things get out of control and you need someone in your corner looking out for you!

    I put it in rhyme for you:

    Every person you bond with is your ally for life,
    But to keep the spark going we must keep it alive,
    It’s a skill that you practice when you listen and care,
    Or you risk losing touch – so it’s vital to share,
    What is honest and true, show your passion, direct,
    When you give full attention, you bring trust and respect,
    To accept or embrace: the lines have been blurred,
    For if you cannot listen, you will never be heard,
    If you can, find one reason – why should you stay in touch?
    Since we all get so busy and the past won’t mean much,
    Above all, we want kindness to be seen as we are,
    To be loved, to be cherished, to shine bright, like a star,
    Because no one is perfect and we all want a chance,
    To keep hold of each other, in this beautiful dance
    Of life, because no one should go through life alone…
    So light your spark today!

    If you never seen me read, check out the quick post right here, but honestly…So how do you keep that spark going? I have a few simple ideas that you probably know, but the question is – are you doing it?
    If you are serious about the key people in your life, then please take this moment to listen on how to light up the spark in five simple ideas to stay close with people that you care about the most:

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    22 min
  • #47 – How To Take Back Control So You Can Move Forward With Purpose

    Do you ever feel that what’s going on right now is just too much to deal with?

    And no matter how hard you try, things just don’t seem to change…

    And there is no end to it so that sometimes it feels as if nothing is up to you, so you might as well not even try.

    It’s tough, my friend.

    We wish life was easy, but it keeps throwing up curveballs when you least expect it…

    So what do you do?

    Wait for things to change? We know that won’t happen – rarely does so, if ever…No, we must ACT NOW, to take back control: not of the world because it’s messy and complicated, not of other people because we know they don’t change, but of what is within our reach:

    Thoughts, feelings, what you do every day, the ideas you take on, how you think of yourself…

    This is putting YOU first, to make you feel in charge again, to feel like you belong, writing your story the way it is meant to be!

    It’s a very creative and fulfilling process – and the subject of this week’s show on The Happy YOU!

    Come on closer, my friend, get in here, get yourself comfortable and tune in to make more room in your life for the things you want:

    P.S. There is a poem to go with it – and a video of yours truly reading it:

    Life is full of surprises and they all seem so strange,

    There is so much to do and it’s hard to make change,
    You may feel lost and helpless – it’s no good for the soul,
    This is when it is crucial to take back your control,
    Take what’s rightfully yours – feelings, thoughts, what you do every day,
    And you make them work for you to keep you well away
    From worry and direct them towards hope
    That things can and do change

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    22 min
  • #46 – If You Feel Like a Failure

    It’s a godawful feeling!

    But why do we feel this way when it’s just no good way to feel at all?!?

    We  worst part is you end up blaming yourself for being not enough, but it’s got nothing to do with some deep lying faults, but a bunch of annoyances that build up over time.

    Those times when you had too much on your plate, and you ran out of time to do the one thing you absolutely had to get done, and then someone was rude and it got to you…

    It all adds up, but if we want to do something about it, we’ve got to single out the main culprits:

    Fatigue + frustration = you feel like a failure

    Aha, we got them, guilty as charged! Let’s round them up one by one:

    Exhausted- what could you do then? You could rest, of course – and should, but there is more:

    You feel rejuvenated when you experience something new, to shake up the senses and send them off in a direction.

    This need not be some epic adventure, but trying new food, or class, or a new park nearby…

    Give it a go, you’ve nothing to lose and everything to gain!

    Next up – frustration.

    And it’s a big one because it builds up over time and it’s hard to know where you can even begin…

    Here is something you could try – to cut through this dark, heavy mood…

    MAKE SOMEONE FEEL GOOD!!!

    Sounds weird, but it’s impossible to feel like a failure when you’re cheering on your best friend or thanking your team mate for being there for you…

    Works like a charm! Let me know if it doesn’t?

    Hope it’s been helpful, but if you do know more, check out this week’s episode of The Happy YOU for more on how to stop feeling like a failure…

    Because you deserve to be happy!!

    Video version of the episode:

    And there is a poem to go with it – check the one minute rendition I got for you here:

    https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSefhSX1F/

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    21 min
  • #45 – When You Feel Like You Deserve Better

    if you don’t feel you deserve more from life, then you have been listening to the wrong people!

    These naysayers they rarely come out and tell it to you in plain terms…

    No, it’s the little gestures and frowns that call your innermost hopes and dreams into question.

    They plant doubts in your mind – and it’s hard to spot so you start believing these were your own thoughts in the first place!

    Today, please talk to one person who’s got your back and tell them how much they mean to you!

    Their support and their trust in you as a person you are today and the person they will be proud to know tomorrow…

    Because you deserve it!

    If you feel you deserve more from life, check out this week’s episode of The Happy YOU on how to get more love, recognition and respect from people around you:

    And there is a poem to go with it – check the one minute rendition I got for you here:

    https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSeUQESro/

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    22 min
  • #44 – How To Find Clarity And Make Decisions You Won’t Regret

    It can be hard to make sense of what is going around you:
    Especially now, in this crazy world of today when you can’t make your plans, and the everyday normal has been turned inside out.
    Every time you are forced to change (and this might be TODAY), we must figure things out again to find the best way forward.
    Adaptation: the ONLY way to not only survive, but thrive so that you experience the fullness and joy of life despite the struggles you might be facing right now.
    Easier said than done because when you find yourself in a complex, high stake situation, it’s not easy to make a decision you’re happy with…
    This is what clarity gives us – a true perspective that is free from doubt, confusion and overwhelm.

    I look on life and I see the mistakes I made. Not proud of those, but…. I also see the undeniable likeness in good decisions I made, and choices that I look back on with calm and gratitude!In hindsight, it is simple. Isn’t it always?!

    Truly, it comes to narrowing down the focus to what truly matters THE MOST:

    And you can it in two steps – and I take you through them in this week’s episode of the Happy YOU podcast.

    This will help you find clarity so you can make decisions you won’t regret:

    ​Two minute rendition of today’s “To Find Clarity” poem for you:

    https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSeAScyUk/

    If you are looking for a pick me up, check out my brand new book on thriving in times of uncertainty:

     

    14 min

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