Ready! Set! Goal! with Donna Campisi

Jas is an Australian mental health speaker, a memoir writing coach, a ghost-writer, and a best-selling author of the internationally renowned book series 'Reasons to Live One More Day, Every Day.' 

 As a survivor of family violence and sexual assault, Jas understands deeply the barriers that often hold people back from living life to the fullest, and is passionate about empowering others to use their past adversities as stepping stones to a brighter future. 

 In 2016, inspired by her own background with family violence, she co-founded Brisbane's first permanent memorial for domestic violence victims and their families. 

 Currently, she works as a writing coach for highly driven female entrepreneurs and social change-makers with transformational stories of hope after trauma.

 Highly regarded for her sensitivity when reporting on taboo topics, Jas is often requested to speak on social justice issues such as suicide prevention, domestic violence, and human trafficking. 

 Regularly profiled on both national and international media outlets, Jas currently lives in Brisbane, Australia. 

Check out more about Jas, and get her book 'Reasons to Live One More Day, Every Day' here:   https://jasrawlinson.com 

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To  contact Donna Campisi to speak at your next event, go to:   https://donnacampisi.com/contact/ 

In 2013 Chris left a 100 hour per week job as an IT executive. While renovating some houses (property is a long time passion for Chris) he looked back on life at his achievements and failures, how he got there, what he did and what he believed. This led to writing a book on Goal Setting called Goal Setting for People Who Can't Set Goals. Chris delved into what worked for him, and backed it up with the neuroscience research. Chris now speaks, coaches and teaches goal setting techniques and neuro-tricks.

Chris is still in IT, doing the occasional project management gig, but his main focus outside of goal setting is property development.

Chris has a degree in electrical engineering, and MBA, and is a member of the Australian Institute of Project Management and the Australian Institute of Management."

Chris lives in the Gold Coast, Australia. 

Email: [email protected]

Check out more about Chris here: https://www.chrislchristoff.com/

Get the book 'Goal Setting - For People Who Can't Set Goals'
here: https://www.YouCanSetGoals.com

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I was once asked in an interview about the chapter in my book that covers ‘Winning Language.’ 

He asked me: What does this mean to me?

My response: It’s about how we speak to ourselves, do we speak to ourselves in a kind way?

I always use the example especially when speaking at keynote events, I say ‘Be your best friend.’

 People often look at me oddly, so let me explain. 

I often advise people to talk to themselves as if they were talking to their best friend. 

This may sound strange at first, but it helps get your mental and physical state off to a good start.

‘You’re sounding a bit crazy, Donna.’ Maybe, but we talk to ourselves all the time.

Those thoughts in your mind are like a number of voices in your head sometimes. When we think encouraging and motivating thoughts toward ourselves, then we see results in our ability to reach our big goal.

What benefits does this positive language give you? You feel good. It really helps when you’re struggling and it motivates you to keep going. 

What would you feel if you didn’t do that? You’d feel down on yourself. You’d lose self-belief and confidence, creating negative energy. If you keep being so negative and down, people don’t want to be around you and that creates negative energy towards your big goal, and you’ll never get encouragement to reach your big goal. People will want you to stop going for it because they’ll see it as something that maybe isn’t a good thing for you. But you know it’s a great thing for you, because it’s a big dream that you’ve always wanted to achieve.

So our self-talk is very important, because it’s with us every day.

It makes you grateful. It reminds you to be kind to yourself and encouraging; sometimes we can be really hard on ourselves.

Giving yourself rewards, celebrating and being kind in the way you talk to yourself – that’s what I mean by the winning language. 

Talk to yourself like you would to your best friend.

This is an important point to get your mindset started on the right track! 

Be your best friend. You may say, ‘I don’t understand how to be my best friend, that doesn’t make sense.’ Think of the conversation you may have had with a good friend where they were struggling with something. What words of advice or encouragement did you give them? These words you need to give to yourself.

Another example could be: of when I started to learn to run again after a childhood stroke and not running for 34 years. and then training for a marathon. I was being hard on myself, because I am the kind of person who likes to have things done yesterday and I can get impatient with myself at times. 

Anyway, there were days when I worked really hard, but still there were days when I would struggle, so it wasn’t always smooth sailing (especially at the beginning). I’d really get down on myself for slowing down to walk instead of running.

But that was just the beginning. I would have these horrible thoughts in my mind, talking to myself. ‘Come on Donna, you’re being slack, this is too hard, you can do better than that surely…’ blah blah blah – criticizing myself. Sound familiar?

When I thought about this and I had a conversation with my coach, he said to me, ‘You need to talk to yourself in an encouraging way Donna.’ 

I totally agreed, and changed the way my thoughts, my bad habits of putting myself down, or being hard on myself, the language I used!

That’s what really helps you get to your goal, encouragement, yea? 

I understand not everyone is going to ...
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On this episode Elicia Crook tells us of her experience of her many achievements in business, but also reveals her hard times and how she faced those challenges. Her story is inspiring and will also motivate you that anything is possible, no matter how hard you fall.

After having major back surgery at 15 years of age – Elicia Crook went on to become a Remedial Massage Therapist and work with people with Complicated cases. 

Elicia is now a business coach, trainer and mentor to hundreds of massage therapists at Massage Champions.

Her business started from working on family and friends in her lounge room – then having nine staff and doing 100+ treatments per week across the team.

After 16 years in the treatment room - leading a team of 21 people – she decided she wanted more growth. So Elicia stepped into Business Coaching and has now worked with over a thousand people globally in 4 years. Using the power of goal setting in her life, and then teaching them about it also.

She remembers what it was like at the beginning to get up every day and treat only a handful of clients with gaps in between – and that sinking feeling when she looked into next week's bookings, seeing that it was going to be lean.
 
 Through this experience (and by making many mistakes along the way) Elicia discovered what works and who she needed to be, in order to run a successful massage business. 

Now Elicia, along with husband James Crook, gives a blueprint to their clients to build more success and passion, and to drive the massage industry forward.

Elicia inspires people to become the hero of their own story.

Check out more about Elicia and her book 'Fully Booked Without Burnout' at
 https://massagechampions.com/

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It’s that time of year again, where most of us think of new year resolutions. and set ourselves bigger and better goals, for the new year ahead.

I love hearing people’s aspirations, and reasons for making their promises, but sometimes it’s easy to let these high aims fall aside and get distracted.

Before you make huge goals for 2020, I’d like to encourage you to make time to reflect, and be grateful for the year you have just lived. Learning from experiences whether they are cheerful memories, or others that you now know you could have handled differently, will help lead you to your new goal.

Ask yourself:

• What can I do to make a difference?
• What positive change can I make?
• How can I help?

These are questions that are great to consider when making plans for the new year ahead.

Most of the time we seem to make a new year resolution or goal based around our own personal needs or wants, for example: giving up smoking, exercising more, losing 10 kilos, etc. But unfortunately, a high percentage of these promises aren’t kept for too long. Why is that? Exactly, it’s all about the WHY!

If you really want to give up smoking, ask yourself why? If you really want to exercise more, ask yourself why? If you really want to lose those 10 kilos, ask yourself why? When you dig deep, also ask how will this benefit me AND others around me? This is where you can really achieve results when keeping yourself accountable, to yourself and others who are important to you.

Have you noticed when it comes to our own needs, we tend to put ourselves second, as opposed to those we love and care about? It’s common, because we actually care about others. This isn’t a bad thing!

Maybe if you make your reason why you want to achieve your goal for yourself, but also for others, and remind yourself how it will benefit both parties, this will keep you on track. An example: “I want to exercise so I’m fit and healthy to play with my children and be a good role model for them.” Awesome! This reason why is for both you and your children.

I’m not suggesting to forget about you, but when you make your reason ‘Why’ about something or someone at a deeper emotional level, things start happening for the long run, and your goal is achieved!

Your reason could be “I want to exercise so I’m fit and healthy and lose 10 kg so I gain confidence in myself to step up in my job, go out on  dates, meet people, be happy

But this is about starting and staying on track.

To keep you on track, I recommend to acknowledge the following (you can write this down if you like):

1. What have I learned through the tough times in 2019?
2. What is the theme for me in 2019, and will that theme or behaviour keep me on track in 2020?
3. What am I grateful for in 2020?
4. What/who will help me grow further with my new goal in 2020?
5. What will I continue to do? As this is what gives me positive results.
6. I will choose my support buddies wisely in 2020. Who are you surrounding yourself with?

Sometimes we are all get up and go about a new year with new year goals, believe me, I love that!

But remember to acknowledge what you already have, and ask these questions of yourself to get you started and keep you on track.

To help you further with keeping you on track, go to: http://www.theunlikelymarathoner.com/

Ready! Set! Goal!

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On this episode I spoke with Tom Allwright, who shares his story of inspiring others with his adventures, and how he became a game changer. 

Tom played AFL for the Geelong Cats before succumbing to an injury, which forced him to retire. This could be seen as an unfortunate story, but speaking with Tom, it’s proof of how you can turn your life around into an awesome adventure of following your passion.   

We were lucky to have the opportunity to speak with Tom, as before he left Australia for Nepal, to open a school that his team had built after it was severely damaged from the earthquake in 2015.

 Tom started Adventure Abroad to inspire people to get up and do the things that inspire them. He imparts this desire by providing a platform for unique adventure opportunities and experiences.  

Tom grew up on a small farm in central Tasmania, where he’d always had a passion for sport. He enjoyed rowing through high school and was selected to represent Tasmania before being drafted into his favourite AFL team, the Geelong Cats. Consecutive knee injuries cut short Tom’s dream of playing AFL in 2010. During this time, he also completed his Commerce and Law degree. 

While Tom was studying, he started a health and fitness business in Melbourne. This is where he found a passion for adventure travel. 

At the age of 26, Tom set up his first office in his grandma’s spare bedroom and founded Adventure Abroad. Now,  Adventure Abroad are partnered with some of the world’s leading brands. 

 Tom provides purpose with many of his quirky adventure expeditions by linking in with charity organisations from around the world to raise funds for a common goal. Adventure Abroad aim to help raise in excess of $1,000,000.00 in 2019. 

The success of Adventure Abroad, which includes having a long lunch at the North Pole, driving tuk tuk's through the Himalaya's in India (with celebrity guests) and forging partnerships with global luxury brands has not happened by chance.  

Every quarter, Tom sits down and writes 5 goals that he wants to achieve in both personal life and also in business.

Tom has completed two Ironman events, five marathons and led expeditions all around the world with this format. 

Tom lives in Hobart, Australia. 

You will certainly be inspired by Tom’s drive and enthusiasm, in achieving his goals.  

Check out more about Tom here: https://www.tomallwright.com/

Adventure Abroad: https://www.adventureabroad.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventureabroadau/

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On this episode I want to ask you a question? Is fear stopping you from achieving your goals? 

The first step is always the hardest. Remember the time when we first learnt to walk as a toddler. 

We were curious, a little uncertain, we stood up, fell down, then stood up again, and then fell down. 

With excited and encouraging people around us, cheering us on, even if we did stumble along the way…no matter how much time it took. 

Eventually, we finally walked on our own! Our little legs went running one after the other…we showed no fear, and such excitement! 

When facing a goal with a challenge, as adults, we tend to show resistance, fear, doubts, uncertainty, questioning our capabilities, and listening to others who DON’T cheer us on …even if we do stumble at times!   

When facing a challenge, or a big scary goal, I believe it’s achievable when broken into ‘baby steps’ and having the right mindset.  

This is how I achieved my stroke to marathon challenge. Only initially able to run 30 wobbly steps (from the effects of a childhood stroke) to completing a full marathon (with 11 months of training). My goal achieved!  

With the coaching that I had, having the right mindset, not allowing the doubters to get in my way, choosing the right cheer squad, getting out of my comfort zone, and using The Baby Step Method, to move toward my goal, the results were awesome!  

Your goal is achievable, doing the baby step method, you will reach the end goal…and I’m not just talking about running, remember! I’m talking about your goal.  

I am finding this to be a common theme in my interviews on my podcast, with amazing goals achieved in all areas of life. 

The Baby Step method is found in my book, The Unlikely Marathoner http://www.theunlikelymarathoner.com/  or here for you, direct to my super awesome subscribers https://donnacampisi.com/the-baby-step-method/ 

When I speak at events I go through these steps in more depth, however here on my podcast I will be sharing steps along the way, so stay tuned, there’s more to come. 

It’s not always easy, but big scary goals aren’t meant to be easy.  

There’s no such thing as can’t’  

Go make that first step: The first step is to believe you can.

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Suzanne Culberg is a great living example of facing her challenges of wanting to achieve a weight loss (release) goal, and she is truly inspiring to share her story in such a motivating and honest way.

Does the weight loss challenge sound familiar to you, or someone you know? You may want to share this episode with someone who needs Suzanne’s help, she’s a true inspiration.

Suzanne lived it, even including the cycle of binging, feasting and famine.  

Suzanne overcame this cycle herself, going from super obese at 150 kilograms. Suzanne has released 78 kilograms. She likes to use the term “released,” I was intrigued by this term. So, she explains this in more detail, that is one of her secrets in choosing the language that strengthens the mind, which helps us reach our goals.

Suzanne’s great passion is helping people break out of this cycle by understanding that it isn’t about the food, people can never get enough of what they don’t truly want, and instead uncovering what it is they are truly hungry for!

Suzanne knows that no single approach is right for every individual and so she has trained in a range of modalities including Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Personal training and group fitness training (she holds a Certificate III and IV in fitness). Suzanne’s educational background also includes a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Tasmania.   

Suzanne lives in Sydney, Australia.

This is not just about weight loss, this is an honest conversation on how to push through goals that can seem way too hard, and how to achieve them Suzanne Culberg’s way.

Check out more about Suzanne at: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/

WhyW8 Program, you can find here: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/onlineweightlossprogram/

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On this episode I talk about how finding your purpose, and acknowledging it, to help move you to achieve your goals.

A few years ago, I think it was about 10 years ago, (maybe) I was asked to write on a card of what my purpose is, wow! What a question.

We were told to write three points.

This was an exercise a group of us were asked to do.

I could see a few people having to think for a while, but mine came straight to me as I scribbled it on the card.

I found this card a few years back, as I was moving out of my apartment, it made me smile as I could see that I was achieving this through my actions since I began my Run Donna Run  journey, my keynote speaking,  my books, blogging, adventure programs and now my podcast.

My card said this: ‘My purpose is to inspire, motivate others by telling my story. I want to make a difference. Give others an A-HA moment!’

This has been a big goal of mine to write my book and share my story to people so I could inspire others with my story, and now share other people’s stories too… on my podcast.

Ever since I found this card, I have kept it close and stuck it (every year) inside the cover of my diary.

I’m sharing this with you, not to just brag, but to ask you the same question! And maybe you could write it on a card and keep it close to you.

What is your purpose? Write 3 points on a card/paper.

You may want to keep this a secret…or I find it works even better if you tell those around you.

Feel free to share in the comments, I’d love to see what your three points are. Or if you prefer to keep it a little private, Private Message me at facebook page https://www.facebook.com/DonnaCampisiSpeakerAuthorAdventurer

If you’d like further inspiration, you can grab your copy of The Unlikely Marathoner at http://www.theunlikelymarathoner.com/ easy!

The Power is in Me…it’s in You too! Go get it …..Ready Set Goal!

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On this episode Pat tells us of the need to be persistent when reaching for a big goal, and the motivation behind the major goals he’s achieved. His enthusiasm in itself is worth listening too. 

Pat Farmer is a professional ultra-marathon runner 

I am always so excited to catch up with Pat and share his inspiring achievements with you. 

Pat has been awarded the high honour of the Order of Australia, for his contribution to ultra marathon running, politics and charitable works. 

He was the winner of “Achiever of the Year” (2000), awarded by the Australian Prime Minister, and National Geographic's Adventurer of the Year in 2012.  

Pat has raised millions of dollars for causes during his 30-year running career.​

Inspired by the amazing Cliff Young, Pat ran the Sydney to Melbourne Ultra run back when he was just 18 years old. 

Since then, Pat has accomplished some of the greatest feats on Earth.  

Pat ran over 20 000km (in 2011/12) from the North Pole to the South Pole, taking 10 months and 13 days, Pat ran every day, averaging 80km a day. This was called the Pole to Pole run. 

Pat has broken world records and created some of his own.  

In 2016, Pat ran 4,417km in 65 days in his Spirit of India run to raise awareness of its people and to raise funds, supporting the education of Indian girls. 

The Middle East Peace Run of 2014, included Lebanon, Jordan, Israel and Palestine. It was approximately 1,450km in 19 days. The purpose of this run was not to raise funds but to create awareness of the desire for peace in these nations.  

In another massive achievement and in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the friendship agreement between Australia and Vietnam, in Dec 2012- Jan 2013, Pat ran the length of Vietnam, a distance of 3,200km.

 Pat has served 8 years as a Member of Australia’s Parliament, with 3 years as Parliamentary Secretary for Education, Science and Training. 

Just back from Uganda doing another amazing run called the Love Mercy run. Here he shares the recent excitement and rewards from that journey. 

Pat is the author of the amazing book ‘Pole to Pole’ covering the journey of his amazing run from the North to South Poles. 

The book is available at patfarmer.com 

​Pat lives in Sydney Australia, and travels widely inspiring many with his keynote speaking, adventures, and massive goals

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OTHER SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS

2006 - Pat revisited his 24-hour vertical climbing record, raising over $500,000 for the Millennium Foundation’s ovarian cancer research, this event was described as “running Mount Everest in 24 hours”. 

1999 - Pat established the fastest around-Australia record of continuous running in around 6 months over 14,662.4km. during his Centenary of Federation run. 

1993 - A virtually unknown Pat Farmer secured second place in his first attempt at the Trans-America Road Race – 4,719km from California to New York, 80km per day for 64 days. 

This is not just about running, this is an awesome conversation on how to push through goals that can seem way too hard, and breaking it down into a realistic achievement.   

Links mentioned in podcast worth checking out:

https://www.patfarmer.com/

https://www.lovemercyfoundation.org/500km-run/

https://donnacampisi.com/ready-set-goal/

See full show notes at: https://donnacampisi.com/episode-2-pat-farmer/