In this episode Mairéad speaks with Jim Hickey about how simple changes can help you to attain more fulfilment in your career, relationships and overall life. How mindset can have a big impact on achieving your goals. How to develop mental strength. The importance of positive daily routines. Why gratitude is so important to enjoying life. 

Jim Hickey is a sport and business coach and has worked with Olympic medalists and international sports stars to achieve confidence and the ultimate success of winning Olympic medals. Jim is considered one of the worlds leading equestrian coaches and works with clients all over the world. 

Jim also works with business people to achieve their ultimate career success, develop clear goals and balance in all areas of their life including business and relationships. 

Jim has written 3 books- 10 Steps to your Successful Day, Your Ultimate Best and Confident Happy Children. 

To book a consultation with Jim Hickey and to order his books visit www.jimhickey.ie.

In this episode Mairéad speaks with Paul Merriman from @askpaul_now about looking after your finances when you are single. How to improve your overall financial situation. What percentage of our salary should we be saving. What to do if you are in debt. How to to apply for a mortgage on your own. What financial conversations should you be having before living with a new partner / before you get married. What small financial decisions we can make now to have a big impact on our long term finances. 

Paul Merriman, QFA, Grad Dip, CFP®️,

CEO has over 15 years’ experience in the financial sector and heads up the team at Pax Financial Planning. Paul is considered one of Ireland’s leading financial advisors and is an internationally recognised CFP®️ (Certified Financial Planner), as certified by the Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB).

Paul’s specialities include overall wealth management and holistic financial mapping, strategic investment planning and asset management and restructure.

With regular slots on TV3, Q102 and Today FM, Paul’s knowledge and experience is reaching a growing audience all the time.

To book a consultation with Paul visit www.askpaul.ie

(Episode recorded prior to level 5 restrictions)

In this episode, Mairéad speaks to Stephanie Regan about preparing emotionally for dating, taking a proactive role in your dating mindset, the difference between men and women in seeking a long term relationship, building the scaffolding of your psychological life for your mental health, grieving the loss of a relationship and dating when you are experiencing mental health difficulties.

Stephanie Regan is a Clinical Psychologist with 30 years experience, a relationship expert and is a regular contributor on Ireland Am and Newstalk. Stephanie’s book, Relationships on the Edge, helps couples to navigate through frustrations and challenges that they experience in their relationship. Stephanie meets clients for consultations from all walks of life, single or in a relationship at her private practice.

(This episode was recorded remotely in advance of level 5 restrictions)

In this episode, Mairead speaks to Helena Tubridy about single men and single ladies that would love to have children but haven’t met their partner yet. How can you protect your fertility? How fertile are men & their sperm quality in their 30’s/40’s/50’s? Should ladies freeze their eggs if they are single in their 30’s but would like to start a family? Ladies choosing to become a mother alone with a sperm donor and men looking to surrogacy to become a single father. What happens when your only fertility issue is that you are single? 

Helena Tubridy MA RGN RN, is Ireland’s leading fertility coach and psychotherapist with over 35 years of filling prams.

She helps couples achieve pregnancy, single clients prepare for pregnancy, recharge their natural fertility, navigate infertility, or prep for IVF success, with her popular integrated mind/body program, which is recommended by doctors.

In this episode, Mairéad meets Owen Fitzpatrick to discuss the psychology of dating and the importance of trusting your gut. 

Owen Fitzpatrick is an Irish Psychologist based in New York. He is an International Globetrotting speaker, has shared a stage with Richard Branson and presented his own Ted Talk. He also has his own podcast- Changing Minds.

Get to know Mairéad and her experience of why people come to her for matchmaking and how she will help you date with confidence.

Welcome to Would Like to Meet with Mairéad Loughman, matchmaker and founder of LoveHQ.ie. Mairéad has sent over 6,000 people on dates with countless success stories - from positive dating experiences to marriages. 

She believes that single people do not get enough credit or support, especially in the media, and that dating can be a hugely positive experience with the right approach. We will cover a wide range of topics from becoming financially independent and protecting your mental health when dating. Subscribe to this Podcast so you don't miss an episode as Mairéad meets with special guests and shares her own experience to help you date with confidence and find your someone special. 

You can learn more about Mairéad or her matchmaking service and events at LoveHQ.ie or on Instagram at @lovehq.ie.