Do people tell you that you’re boring?

Before being too quick to assume they are right (or wrong!), let’s use this as an opportunity to reflect.

• Does someone saying I’m boring make me boring?
• What does it mean to be boring?
• What makes someone interesting?
• Is it about getting out of the house more, having hobbies, doing fun and interesting things, meeting new people, learning a new skill?

The key to being interesting is ENTHUSIASM.

• When you care enough about something, you will have something to say.
• Recognize when you’re in the wrong circles or conversations.
• You may feel bored and tune out of discussions because you’re not interested in what they’re talking about.
• Look for ways to tune in to discussions where you can make a contribution by listening, noticing, and remembering - all ways we activate our introvert strengths.
• Look for groups where your kindred spirits are more likely to gather.
• Remember that you are responsible for the energy you bring.
• Bring curiosity, bring fascination, bring a spirit of service.

Here’s how I can support you further:

• Schedule a virtual coffee chat on LinkedIn
• Meet fellow introverts for specially curated outings in Melbourne: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: Global Introvert Network 
• Get introvert-empowering tips on instagram: @serenalow_quietwarriorcoach 

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Feedback is a word that can trigger the overthinker in us, whether we’re the one giving the feedback, or the one receiving it.

Being asked to give feedback can feel like one more cognitive task to add to an already lengthy to-do list.

But what if you could ask yourself a different question?

• Instead of “What’s in it for me?”, try putting yourself in the shoes of the person asking for the feedback, and ask “What’s in it for you?” I guarantee you’ll feel differently.
• Being on the receiving end of feedback, whether positive or negative, can be challenging for the overthinker, the overachiever, the introvert.
• We take negative feedback as if it’s a personal attack on our identity and values, which makes us feel discouraged, but then when the opposite happens and we are praised, we  doubt the sincerity of the one giving us positive feedback.
• There’s a better way: to find the magical place beyond right and wrong, to stay neutral and detached, and be comfortable noticing what is happening, without making up a story about it.

Here’s how I can support you further:

• Schedule a virtual coffee chat on LinkedIn
• Meet fellow introverts for outings in Melbourne: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: Global Introvert Network 
• Get introvert-empowering tips on instagram: @serenalow_quietwarriorcoach 

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If you’re an introvert and/or highly sensitive person (HSP) and also a facilitator, trainer, or educator who works with groups, you may find yourself completely drained at the end of a day of delivering workshops and talking to people.

How do you manage your energy reserves so you can bring your best when you’re at work?

Here’s what I’ve learned:

• You are differently wired and there is nothing wrong with you for feeling drained.
• Prepare before the event by doing the internal work.
• Prioritize downtime after the event.
• Take time to integrate, acknowledge, and process what happened and what you learned.
• Release the need to control, judge, criticize, and make up stories.
• Release the charge and emotion that accumulates after a long day of being with people.
• Notice how you respond in the moment to uncertainty and the unplanned.
  
  

Here’s how I can support you further:

• Schedule a virtual coffee chat on LinkedIn
• Meet fellow introverts for outings in Melbourne: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: Global Introvert Network 
• Get introvert-empowering tips on instagram: @serenalow_quietwarriorcoach 

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Becoming a Quiet Warrior is a lifelong endeavour.

One does not become brave overnight, but one challenge, one setback, one yes (or no) at a time.

Here are some ways I am cultivating the traits of courage, openness, strength, and agility.

LESSON 1: 
Tend to my own inner landscape first, so I can be the best parent to my children.

LESSON 2: 
Cherish my friends.

LESSON 3: 
Create new connections, one person at a time.

LESSON 4:
Keep learning. Keep growing.

LESSON 5: 
Listen to my intuition. It already knows the right answers.

LESSON 6: 
Treasure my health. It is my most valuable resource.

LESSON 7:
Stay connected to my why and my purpose.

Here’s how I can support you further:

• Schedule a virtual coffee on LinkedIn
• Meet fellow introverts for outings in Melbourne: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: 

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Is it possible to make small talk, meet new people, and network - as an introvert?

Yes! 

You mean I don’t have to be extroverted?

No!

Episode highlights:

• Learn to do it your way, by honouring your values, energy and personality.
• When you start from the premise that there is nothing wrong with you and that you are simply wired differently, it becomes easier to do those things without depleting yourself or pretending to be someone you’re not.
• Be more of yourself, not less.
• There are two parts to this process. The first part is the “Doing”: what must I do  to get better at the skills of conversation, what to say, how to say it, when to say it. The other part is the inner work, the “Being”: creating the identity we want to hold in this season of life. Who am I? Who do I want to be? Who do I want to serve? What do I care most about? This is a lifelong journey that requires a good honest look at ourselves to develop clarity, because when we have clarity, we can start to express ourselves from a place of authenticity.

Here’s how I can support you further whenever you're ready:

• Meet fellow introverts in Melbourne: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Schedule a virtual coffee on LinkedIn
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: Global Introvert Network 
• Follow my introvert journey on instagram: @serenalow_quietwarriorcoach 

This episode was edited by Aura House Productions

In this episode, Monica Kalra, International Divorce and Relationship Confidence Coach, shares her experiences growing up in the Indian culture, the intersection between culture, gender, and being a migrant, and the ongoing challenge of navigating traditional vs modern social norms.

Monica’s advice on how to avoid victim mentality when a relationship breaks down:

• Be accountable for the part we played in the relationship
• Take responsibility for our thoughts, actions, decisions instead of blaming others or external circumstances
• Practise gratitude daily
• Volunteering and paying it forward

She also touches on: 

• Tapping into your body to ask: what do I need right now?
• How meditation helps us reconnect with our breath and body and be more present
• The importance of the pause between stimulus and response
• The two kinds of journaling that can help: Gratitude & Self-gratitude (recording your wins)
• The importance of protecting and honouring your boundaries in a relationship.
• Why we are afraid to be vulnerable, authentic, and transparent
• Tips for introverted and highly sensitive persons going through a challenging relationship.
• How to rebuild trust in self and others after a relationship breakdown.
• Be consistent in doing the things that show we honour our words - let our actions match our words.
• How to support a family member or friend through a relationship breakdown - listening with empathy, don’t give advice, don’t judge another’s choices.

About Monical Kalra:

Monica Kalra’s mission is empowering women to rebuild their confidence, reclaim their power and thrive in all their relationships.

She is the author of How Do You Know He’s The One? and How To Heal From A Toxic Relationship (To order: https://monicakalracoaching.com/books/)

Find out more about Monica’s work at:

• https://monicakalracoaching.com 
•  Monica’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicakalracoaching/
• Monica’s FB page: https://www.facebook.com/MonicaKalraRelationshipCoach
• Monica’s FB group, Women's Relationship & Divorce Empowerment Circle: https://bit.ly/3FMaN8Y

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If you're looking for ways to increase your happiness, I encourage you to listen to this episode. 

Fiona Redding, founder of The Happiness Hunter and host of The Happiness Hunter Podcast, shares some valuable insights that can help you create a happier life for yourself. 

• What is happiness
  Happiness is "the feeling of being content and fulfilled". Happiness is not something that happens to us, but something that we create for ourselves.
  
  
• Why we find it so hard to stay in the present moment
  Our minds are constantly racing, thinking about the past or the future. This makes it difficult to be present and enjoy the moment.
  
  
• Our higher self, our lower self, and the role of the ego
  The higher self is our true essence, the part of us that is connected to love, joy, and peace. The lower self is the part of us that is driven by fear, anger, and ego.
  
  
• Why we need to accept and forgive past wrongs and hurts done to us.
  We can't move on with our lives if we're holding on to anger and resentment from the past. We forgive those who have hurt us, so that we can free ourselves from the pain of the past.
  
  
• We have a choice to not let our old stories define our present and our future
  We all have stories about ourselves that we tell ourselves. These stories can be limiting and keep us from living our best lives. Let's challenge our old stories and choose to create a new story for ourselves.
  
  
• The real reason we set goals is to become the kind of person who can achieve them
  When we set goals, we're not just setting out to achieve something, we're also setting out to change ourselves. The real reason we set goals is to become the kind of person who can achieve them.
  
  
• How upgrading our identity enables us to take new actions that align with our new identity
  When we upgrade our identity, we're essentially changing the way we see ourselves. This change in identity allows us to take new actions that are aligned with our new identity.
  
  
• The difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
   Intrinsic motivation is when we do something because we enjoy it or because we believe in it. Extrinsic motivation is when we do something because we're trying to get something in return. Intrinsic motivation is the most powerful kind of motivation.
  
  
• How caring for ourselves makes it possible to care for others too
  We can't pour from an empty cup. Let's take care of ourselves so that we have the energy to care for others.
  
  
• How to have a conversation with our children when there is a communication breakdown
  Fiona shares some tips on how to have a conversation with our children when there is a communication breakdown. She says that it's important to listen to our children without judgment and to try to understand their perspective.
  
  
• How to make amends when relationships break down
  It's never too late to apologize and try to repair a relationship.
  
  
• How The Happiness Hunter walks started from the principle of reciprocity.
  The principle of reciprocity is the idea that we tend to be more generous and kind to others when we've been shown kindness ourselves.
  
  
• Her new book It Is Possible: what inspired it, where to get a copy, and why it’s not your usual self-help book.
  
  The book was inspired by Fiona's own journey to happiness. It's not your usual self-help book, because it's not about following a formula or a set of rules. Instead, the book is about learning to trust yourself and your own inner wisdom.
  
  
• How to create the life you want by accepting the present moment and thinking in te

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If the events of the last 3 years have affected you negatively, you're not alone. 

You're no longer the same person you were before 2020, and neither are your friends and loved ones. 

Perhaps it's time to ask yourself: 

• Do I want to socialize the same way I used to? 
• Is my old social circle still right for me? Is it time to make new friends? 

Instead of feeling pressured to “get on with life” and “get back to normal”, listen on for three introvert-friendly and trauma-informed ways to reconnect socially, in ways that feel right for your introverted self.

Ways we can connect further:

• Meet fellow introverts in Melbourne: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Schedule a virtual coffee on LinkedIn
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: Global Introvert Network 
• Follow my introvert journey on instagram: @serenalow_quietwarriorcoach 

This episode was edited by Aura House Productions

Key points covered:

• An insight into how DISC profiling came about
• What DISC profiling is and isn’t
• How best to use DISC profiling, and what not to use it for
• The light and shadow of the D, I, S and C
• How DISC helps you maximize your strengths and shore up your weaknesses as a business owner or when working as part of a team

Resources:

https://discinsights.com/disc-history
https://www.myersbriggs.org/my-mbti-personality-type/mbti-basics/c-g-jungs-theory.htm


Ways we can connect further:

• Connect, collaborate, book a session on LinkedIn
• Find fellow introverts on facebook: Global Introvert Network 
• Meet fellow introverts through Meetup: Quiet Women Circle (women-only) and Introverts Around the World
• Follow my journey on instagram: @serenalow_quietwarriorcoach 

This episode was edited by Aura House Productions

In this episode, Menopause Energy Mentor Miyako Hazama shares how everyone, especially the introverted, can access the power of real breath and correct breathing to relieve and release tension, prepare ourselves energetically so we can step up when presenting and speaking, and emotionally self-regulate when facing out-of-the-comfort-zone situations.

Things we talked about:

• How Miyako made the transition from a corporate career to helping others to heal themselves through the power of breath
• The power of menopause, new beginnings, and “the second spring” for older women
• How introverts can benefit from “real breath” so they have more energy
• The introvert’s superpower: intuition and the ability to set strong energetic boundaries
• Awareness of the scripts that rule our (autopilot) responses and the two conflicting voices in our head
• The struggle to control everything vs the ability to trust and surrender
• The real reason why introverts feel they don’t have much energy
• How to activate your energy in 70 seconds
• How breathing can help a person who has experienced trauma to find their way home and feel safe
• The “Daily Energy Accelerator” that helps you change gears when you need to show up, step up, and be front and centre in social and professional situations
• The “Preview” approach: how to prepare to attend networking events as an introvert
• Know yourself and what you need - and adjust accordingly

ABOUT MIYAKO HAZAMA

Miyako Hazama is a Menopause Energy Expert, and the creator of Energenic

Life Design. She helps busy professional women in perimenopause and

menopause relieve their challenges naturally. Miyako learned these secrets

and little-known Asian Energenic fountain of youth for over thirty-five years

from her Master mentor, Kozo Nishino, a Japanese Ki (energy) expert.

MIYAKO’S EXPERTISE:

• Energetic Transformation
• Peri/Menopause Relief
• Breathing
• Energetic Leadership
• Women Leadership
• High-Performance
• Coaching
  
  

CONNECT

• [email protected]
• www.miyakohazama.com
• Subscribe to the “Menopause Wonder” channel on YouTube
• @miyako_hazama on TikTok

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