In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us, Nickki Swan. I can't express how much Nicky means to me as a friend and supporter. We'll be diving into a thought-provoking topic - whether it's ever too late to change careers.
Nicky shares her incredible backstory, from her work in a tax practice to the allure of big financial services companies in London. She acknowledges both the challenging and rewarding aspects of her previous career, giving us a unique perspective on the subject.
She shares how she discovered her passion for yoga and how it played a pivotal role in her decision to change careers. Through learning about anatomy, becoming a spiritual mentor, and diving into fields like astrology and psychology, she gained the tools to help others manage their emotions and find balance in their lives.
If you're considering a similar career transition, we’ll offer some valuable insights, such as having a safety net in place and investing in personal growth while still employed.
Here are the Highlights:
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[01:10] We dive right into our conversation by exploring the connection between excitement and fear in our body's physiological response. It's truly fascinating how our bodies can have similar reactions to both.
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[05:30] The main topic of today's episode is whether it's ever too late to change careers. Nickki shares her own backstory, discussing her previous work in tax practice and the allure of big financial services companies in London.
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[10:15] Nikki recognises the challenging and rewarding aspects of her previous career, and we delve into a deeper discussion about the importance of finding fulfillment in our work.
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[15:35] Nikki’s trip to India was transformational.
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[22:20] Yoga played a significant role in Nikki’s decision to pursue a new path. It became a passion that not only ignited her spiritual side but also taught valuable lessons on resilience and managing stress.
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[27:05] Nikki shares some of the tools to help people evaluate what is important to them.
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[33:50] Teach yourself to regulate your emotions like stress and anxiety so you can cope with anything.
About the host Sarah Kerr
Sarah Kerr is a Transformational Life Coach and trained with Animas School of Coaching gaining an ICF accredited qualification in Transformational Life Coaching. She is also an approved Relaxation Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor, Mindful Resilience & Wellbeing Coach, and Group Facilitator.
She is enthusiastic about sharing the importance of emotional resilience, living your life on your terms, and energy work, and inspires others with her personal journey from depression to magical expression.
Sarah has run her coaching business for the last six years. Her passion for learning, developing, and evolving is her focus. She wants everyone to prioritise their health and well-being so they can stress less and enjoy more.
In her previous career, she worked her way up the corporate ladder to support senior management and ended up supervising a team at an incredibly early age, seeing first-hand what overworking, and feeling overwhelmed can look like.
She believes that anyone can live a fulfilling life with purpose and confidence, free from the burden of guilt and worry at any age. She has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those who battle depression and anxiety and is passionate about helping them transform their lives in positive ways. As an empath, Sarah is uniquely equipped to connect with individuals, help them harness their energy to achieve their goals, and support you feel more alive doing what you enjoy. She offers one-to-one coaching packages and power sessions, group in person meet ups, and retreat days to empower people to take control of their lives and thrive.
An avid nature lover, Sarah finds joy amongst the trees and utilising practices such as, journaling, meditation, and mindful walks to cultivate inner peace and creativity. Her newfound love for poetry writing allows her to express herself and connect with others on a deeper level. She is also keeping it very real with the challenges of family life and is happy to have struck a balance between serving with just being. She also enjoys yoga and pilates, a cuppa in bed, and many overseas adventures with her husband and friends, as well as dancing in the kitchen to her favourite tunes.
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About Nikki Swan:
Have you ever felt like it's too late to change the direction your career is heading in? Yes? Then, this episode is for you!
Nikki Swan used to agonise over what on earth she could do instead of her "successful" corporate job, while at the same time, battling daily inbox anxiety (usually, before even getting to work).
Today, she's carved out a career as her own boss, that she once couldn't even have imagined. She wakes up at 6:30 am to walk her dog, Winnie without an uncontrollable need to check her emails. And she does work that feels meaningful and aligned with her interests.
With over 500 hours of coaching under her belt, Nikki is adept at helping her clients identify the unspoken fears that are keeping them stuck and asking powerful questions which result in a-ha moments, insights and clarity. She'll also equip you with the tools to transform your relationship with stress and boost your wellbeing.
Her signature programme, Recalibrate combines a mix of modalities from Neuroscience to the more spiritual and soulful, yet always practical and grounded.
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This podcast (and any episode) is not a substitute for professional therapy. I am not a medically trained professional and therefore, nothing contained in these episodes is intended as or should be taken as medical advice.
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