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  • #118 Time-Saving Hacks for Busy Women

    Today's episode I share all of my tips, tricks and hacks for being more efficient with my time. If you are a busy woman on the go, then you need to hear this one!

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #118

    • Update on my week
    • Time Saving hacks: General, Home, Career, Beauty & Fashion, Social Life & Food

    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | The Best by Tina Turner

    🔥 Quote of the Week | “The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot”-  Michael Altshuler

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    🎶 Time Blocking Playlist
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    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    52 min
  • #117 The One Thing Standing In The Way Of Achieving Your Goals ft. Georgie Stevenson

    On today's episode, I talk about how I recently discovered why I wasn't able to achieve my goals and I speak with Georgie Stevenson who was a big part of teaching me the term limiting beliefs.

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #117

    • Today's topic & why I chose today's guest
    • Update on my week & Georgie's week
    • What is a limiting belief?
    • Examples of limiting beliefs
    • How to identify the negative story you are telling yourself 
    • How limiting beliefs can hold you back
    • How to overcome your limits 
    • We give examples of our own limiting beliefs 
    • Tips for goal setting 


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | When You Believe by Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey
    Georgie's Fire Starter | Girls in the Hood by Megan Thee Stallion

    🔥 Quote of the Week |
    “The only thing that’s keeping you from getting what you want is the story you keep telling yourself.”- Tony Robbins


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    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire
    Guest: Georgie Stevenson @georgiestevenson Georgie's Podcast: Rise & Conquer 

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    1 hr 10 min
  • #116 Courtney, You Have Stage 4 Cancer!

    Today's episode is a deeply personal one. I share my journey starting from the first time I heard the words skin cancer, all the way through to today. This was a very difficult episode to record, but I felt it was extremely important. 1, because it shows how I became the person I am today. 2, it helps bring awareness to melanoma, and 3, because sharing my story might help someone else not feel so alone. Cancer touches so many lives and sadly my story is not unique. Please share today's episode with your loved ones because I don't want my story to become yours!

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #116

    • Update on my week
    • Why I decided to talk about this story now
    • The frame of mind I am currently in 
    • The first time I heard the words skin cancer 
    • Having a family member pass away from skin cancer
    • My first diagnosis - Level 4 Melanoma 
    • How I felt after finding out I had cancer 
    • The process of the surgery 
    • How proactive I have been over the years 
    • My second diagnosis 
    • What it's like finding out you might die
    • Fertility treatment 
    • Immunotherapy 
    • My latest results


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Stronger (what doesn't kill you) by Kelly Clarkson

    🔥 Quote of the Week |
    "You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have."

     
    "She conquered her demons and wears her scars like wings." Atticus


    A fantastic IG account that I love to follow that has lots of info about Melanoma: @callltimeonmelanoma


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    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    1 hr 17 min
  • #115 How To Not Give A F**k About Criticism & Back Yourself feat. Sam Mangan

    I'm back with another guest and this week it's my brother and business partner Sam Mangan. Today we discuss the idea of self-confidence, self-awareness, ego, and backing yourself! Sam shares his perspective on fear of criticism.

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #115

    • About today's guest and why I chose them
    • Update on our week
    • Was Sam born not giving a f**k or was it something he learnt?
    • Why self-help books are the sign of a problem 
    • How Sam has conviction behind his own ideas 
    • Does love language come into this process?
    • Self-doubt
    • Self-awareness 
    • Confidence vs delusion 
    • Does failure play a part in Sam's confidence? 
    • When does Sam place value in other people's opinions?
    • Does Sam's ego take a hit when he does fail? 
    • How important are the people you surround yourself with?
    • Some steps you can take to towards self-confidence 


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Confident by Demi Lovato
    Sam's Fire Starter | Losing It by Fisher & Best Friend by Sofi Tukker

    🔥 Quote of the Week |
    “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” - Eleanor Roosevelt 

    Sam's version "People can make you feel inferior but it's how you react to that, that matters." Sam Mangan

    FREE RESOURCES:
    🎶 Fire Starter Playlist
    🗓 Free Daily Planner
    🖥 Free Desktop Wallpapers
    🎶 Time Blocking Playlist

    WHERE TO FOLLOW:
    Personal IG @courtneymangan
    Podcast IG @shewasthefire
    Closed FB Group she was the fire.

    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire
    Guest: Sam Mangan @_sammangan

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    1 hr 14 min
  • #114 The Court Report | August

    It's that time of the month again! Get ready for the August 'Court Report' where I share everything I am loving from the past month, from TV shows to recipes. 

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #114

    • Recommendations: 
      • Hot or Not
      • Watch (TV, docos & film) 
      • Listen (music & podcasts) 
      • Read (books)
      • Eat (recipes) - Jamie Oliver Roast Potatoes
      • Use (products)


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Light On - Maggie Rogers

    🔥 Quote of the Week | “If you avoid the rejection, you avoid the opportunity.” Dave Trott 


    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    46 min
  • #113 Five Things I Need To Unlearn

    In this episode I discuss 5 things I was taught to believe from a young age that I now need to unlearn.

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #113

    • Update on my week
    • Emotions are a sign of weakness
    • I don't see colour 
    • Marriage & babies are the meaning of life 
    • Makeup and a tan make us beautiful & presentable
    • When boys are mean to you it means they like you

    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Defying Gravity - Wicked

    🔥 Quote of the Week | "Transformation is often more about unlearning than learning.” Richard Rohr


    FREE RESOURCES:
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    🎶 Time Blocking Playlist
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    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    57 min
  • #112 Body Image | Self-Loathing & Self-Love feat. Emily Skye

    I'm so excited today to have my very first guest! Emily Skye is one of the most recognisable fitness experts in the World and she has stopped by today to discuss a topic that affects so many women.

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #112

    • Update on my week
    • Emily shares her labor story 
    • Emily talks about her love-hate relationship journey with her body 
    • How the birth of Isaac changed the way she looked at her body
    • Discussion about how influencers who show their body must be confident 
    • Is this a female issue? 
    • Is it ok to hold value in our appearance? 
    • How parents can impact how we view our bodies
    • Dissecting compliments that we give and receive 
    • Emily shares a story about how she was called out for having a negative impact on young women & their body image
    • Emily talks about her viral stretch mark photo 
    • Is showing 'reality' a trend now?
    • Makeup vs no makeup 
    • The idea that body confidence is a radical act 
    • The language we use around women who love their bodies 
    • Who you follow on IG can impact how you feel about yourself 
    • We need to reassess how we find value in ourselves 
    • Emily talks about how she promoted body positivity but didn't always feel that way about herself 
    • Emily gives her best tips for reprioritising the way you see your body

    HOMEWORK
    1. Write 5 things down you like about yourself that have nothing to do with your appearance
    2. Unfollow 5 accounts on IG that make you feel bad about yourself and follow 5 that make you feel good or give you value
    3. Get rid of items in your home that are bullying you
    4. When you give someone a compliment this week consider why you chose the words that you did


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Video by India Arie
    Emily Skye's Fire Starter | Last Night by Ricki-Lee

    🔥 Quote of the Week | "I want to apologize to all the women I have called pretty before I've called them intelligent or brave.  I am sorry I made it sound as though something as simple as what you’re born with is the most you have to be proud of when your spirit has crushed mountains.  From now on I will say things like, ‘You are resilient’ or ‘You are extraordinary.’  Not because I don’t think you’re pretty, but because you are so much more than that.” - Rupi Kaur 


    FREE RESOURCES:
    🗓 Free Daily Planner
    🎶 Time Blocking Playlist
    🎶 Fire Starter Playlist
    🖥 Free Desktop Wallpapers

    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire
    Guest: Emily Skye @emilyskyefit

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    1 hr 16 min
  • #111 Time Blocking | Step-by-Step Guide To Mastering Your To-Do List

    Today is all about time blocking, so get ready for your step-by-step guide to mastering your to-do list and making the most of your schedule!

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #110

    • Update on my week
    • What is time blocking 
    • Why time blocking
    • Rules of time blocking 
    • Tips for time blocking 

    RESOURCES:
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    🎶 Time Blocking Playlist

    🎶 Fire Starter Playlist

    🖥 Free Desktop Wallpapers

    ⏰ Time Cube 


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Eye of the Tiger by Survivor

    🔥 Quote of the Week | “Starve your distractions and feed your focus.”

    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    46 min
  • #110 Advice To My Younger Self

    Last week I turned 34 and so I thought in today's episode as I reflect on things, I thought I could give my younger self some advice. 

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #110

    • Update on my week
    • Spend more time around babies
    • Be more adventurous both in life and sexually 
    • Get my skin checked earlier 
    • Get to know my grandparents' story 
    • Figure out what you like in a man 
    • Work on myself more, don't give all your time and energy to others 
    • Stop putting so much pressure on yourself 
    • Don't let your friends be your security blanket 
    • Have more confidence in who you are
    • Find a mentor 
    • Some fun advice 


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Bigger than my Body by John Mayer 

    🔥 Quote of the Week | “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” C.S. Lewis

    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    44 min
  • #109 The Court Report | July

    It's that time of the month again! Get ready for the July 'Court Report' where I share everything I am loving from the past month, from TV shows to gadgets. 

    🎙️Breakdown of EP #109

    • Recommendations: 
      • Watch (TV, docos & film) 
      • Listen (music & podcasts) 
      • Read (books)
      • Eat (recipes) - Gordon Ramsay Gourmet Steak Sandwich 
      • Use (products)


    🎶 Fire Starter of the Week | Wait for it - Hamilton Soundtrack performed by Leslie Odom Jr.

    🔥 Quote of the Week | "When a woman finally learns that pleasing the world is impossible, she becomes free to learn how to please herself." - Glennon Doyle

    If you would like to show your support for she was the fire. I would be so grateful if you would consider rating and reviewing my podcast and hitting 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify. 

    CREDITS:

    Host & Producer: Courtney Mangan @courtneymangan @shewasthefire

    This podcast is part of The Spin Studio network @thespinstudionetwork

    Technical Producer: Aaron Butler @aaronbutler_ 

    46 min

About she was the fire.

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she was the fire. is a go to guide for every 20,30 or 40-something yr old woman looking for advice and hacks on how to ignite her fire, own her crown, organise her schedule and live her best damn life… whatever that means!