We constantly tell ourselves that we are not enough and that the work we do is not enough.
It’s time to put those tired old excuses to bed.
It’s time to realize that those excuses are just that – reasons to stop you from shining your light and being as truly magnificent as you can be.

There's not much worse than looking at a blank page, computer screen or canvas waiting for 'inspiration' to strike. How do we move 'beyond the blank'? What do we do when we have No Idea(s)?

Many are awakening to a deep dissatisfaction with the way things were. Of having little motivation, in spite of creative projects and possibilities. An almost overwhelming sense of ‘what’s the point?’.

The point is that we are being invited to be the change. Humanity is changing, at a deep heart and soul level. In this episode I talk about the importance of 'holding space - for yourself, first and foremost' and how finding our purpose can come out of that space.

The poem, Breaking Surface by Mark Nepo, is a wonderful invitation to authenticity… to be bold, to rejoice in the beauty of being yourself. It’s also a great reminder about setting boundaries – particularly during the creative process.

One of the things I've noticed over the years of coaching and directing, is how often we allow ourselves to be intimidated by, or perhaps unnecessarily influenced by other people's work, and more importantly other people's opinions. It's time to stand strong in our belief in ourselves, and choose to begin - whatever that work might be.

What does it mean to lead with light?
It means to be a voice for change through the gift of being yourself. It means to step into your full truth, your authenticity, with an open heart. And when you connect that truth and that open-heartedness you are able to see the light, not only within yourself, but in all living things.

In the words of Aristotle, a Greek philosopher and polymath who lived and taught during the Classical period in Ancient Greece, " It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the Light." This quote has as much resonance for humanity right now as ever it did in 350 BC. It is in these times of difficulty – our darkest moments – that we must focus on finding – and leading with - light.

Be brave enough to live creatively. The creative is the place where no one else has ever been. You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition. You cannot get there by bus, only by hard work, risking and by not quite knowing what you are doing. What you will discover will be wonderful: Yourself. (Alan Alda). In this episode, Simone de Haas shares some insights and a few strategies to help you access your brave, develop curiosity and let the magic happen.

Vulnerability is the new visibility. PART 2
Being willing to be vulnerable looks different for everyone. When we are willing to show up in the world as our complete and imperfect selves, we have the potential to gain so much, including credibility, authenticity and trust. In this episode Simone de Haas shares some personal and creative insights into the power of vulnerability. This podcast was recorded in front of a live audience, as part of the Short & Sassy Podcast launch, and has been split into Part 1 & Part 2.

Vulnerability is the new visibility. Being willing to be vulnerable looks different for everyone. When we are willing to show up in the world as our complete and imperfect selves, we have the potential to gain so much, including credibility, authenticity and trust. In this episode Simone de Haas shares some personal and creative insights into the power of vulnerability. This podcast was recorded in front of a live audience, as part of the Short & Sassy Podcast launch, and has been split into Part 1 & Part 2.

Every story has a voice. Every voice has a stage. And the magic of the stage is that it can belong to anyone.
Shakespeare wrote "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players…"
We all have a part to play in contributing to the change we want to see in the world.
In this episode I talk about the power of exceptionality - being different - and that we each have a role to play in leading a new narrative of inclusivity and exceptionality in the world.

Is it possible to transcend the inevitable? To move beyond what we feel is ordained or certain and to just be free? What if we could harness that sense of freedom, of joy, of possibility. Finding True North helps you understand how you can do that.