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Welcome to 'And What Else?', your source for thoughtful and meaningful conversations about personal and professional growth. Host Wendy O'Beirne is an internationally recognised coach and consultant with a passion for exploring the layers of topics surrounding self-development. Together, we'll dig beneath the surface of subjects, stories, and possible solutions to uncover new perspectives we may not have seen before. With curiosity and open minds, let's embark on an adventure of self-discovery and uncover the possibilities of 'and what else'.  Stay Curious!

Wendy O'Beirne (The Completion Coach)


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    Sixways: A Founder's Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 34:05 Transcription Available


    Send us a textGeorgie, co-founder of Six Ways, shares her journey from struggling with PCOS and celiac disease to creating a functional mushroom and wellness brand that helps people find balance in their health journeys.• Six Ways started after Georgie's frustration with traditional medical approaches to PCOS• Her doctor told her "you will never heal your PCOS through diet and lifestyle alone" which motivated her to find alternative solutions• Functional mushrooms and adaptogens helped manage stress, which has strong links to hormonal health• The first product was a sleep blend mixing cacao powder with reishi mushroom and ashwagandha• Building a business revealed personal challenges around perfectionism and control• Initially hesitant to share her personal health story as part of the brand• Now available in Holland & Barrett stores nationwide with a new hydration range• Female founders face unique challenges including investment disparities and gender bias• The brand name "Six Ways" comes from an idiom meaning to do something thoroughly and completelyFind Six Ways products at Holland & Barrett stores nationwide, on sixwaysco.com, Amazon, and Ocado. Follow on Instagram @sixwayssunday.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    What If Your Strength Is Actually Holding You Back?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 14:38 Transcription Available


    Send us a textI'm exploring my dislike for the word resilience and making the case for using "agility" instead. Most people who describe themselves as resilient mean they'll be strong, take anything thrown at them, and weather any storm—regardless of whether they're thriving or barely holding it together.• The problem with resilience is it's built around "toughening up," getting through suffering, and surviving rather than thriving• We're meant to grow, adapt, and expand—not brace ourselves with an armored exterior unable to soften or ask for help• Burnout often comes from being tired of putting on a front, keeping your guard up, and overextending yourself• Agility means feeling our feelings, softening when needed, taking breaks, and being honest in communication• Building capacity to navigate life's challenges means learning to move through emotions without collapsing or repressing them• Shame around weakness keeps us in loops—affecting our vulnerability, communication, and ability to receive help• When you lack emotional and cognitive agility, you get stuck in identity, old behaviors, and limiting stories• True strength isn't about enduring more but about building clarity, self-trust, and flexibility in thinking and feeling• The "strong one" identity may have gotten you far, but it often costs you in intimacy, freedom, passion, and energy for life• Sometimes the biggest risk is simply being yourself—softening, accepting support, and letting go of handling everything aloneDM me at thecompletioncoach on Instagram. Forward this to someone who might need to hear it, leave a review, or pop me an email.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    The Energy Gap: When Values and Actions Don't Align

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 23:10 Transcription Available


    Send us a textOur energy and nervous system drive our behavior far more than the values we claim to hold, creating a disconnect between what we say matters and where we actually spend our time and focus.• Stated values often contradict actual behaviors due to unconscious safety mechanisms• Nervous system creates safety behaviors based on past experiences that worked for survival• High achievers typically oscillate between wounded masculine energy (pushing, controlling) and wounded feminine energy (avoiding, self-doubt)• Fight/flight/freeze responses consume enormous energy compared to the connected "green zone"• Looking at behaviors through lens of safety rather than judgment creates compassion• Rewiring requires building capacity for new energy states through small, consistent actions• Safety-building practices include creating space in schedules, somatic work, and sensory activities• When nervous system feels safe, masculine energy leads with presence (not control) and feminine energy flows with trust• Identity shifts when no longer operating from survival patterns• Becoming more connected to your body creates ripple effects of compassion for self and othersIf you found this episode interesting, please forward it to someone who might benefit or leave a review. My DMs are open at @thecompletioncoach on Instagram or you can email me directly.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Shattering Unwritten Rules

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 17:45 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWe explore the unwritten rules and conditioning that shape our behaviors and identities without our conscious consent. Most of us play life by rules we never agreed to, continuously diminishing ourselves to appear more acceptable to others and overextending in the hope of winning approval.• The invisible conditioning we absorb through everyday experiences shapes our limitations and sense of belonging• No matter how you show up in life, someone will perceive you as too much or not enough• Self-development involves pausing to examine the parts of yourself you're avoiding• Burnout often stems from exhaustion with performance, not tasks• True growth means burning down the game of constant adjustment and performance• Becoming "better" means increasing your capacity to be authentically yourself, not optimizing to external standards• The freedom comes from knowing who you are beneath social expectations and trendsIf you're struggling with these issues, drop me a DM at The Completion Coach or email wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.ukIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Where You Are Defensive, You are Rigid

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 20:33 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode explores the deep connections between emotional agility, thoughts, beliefs, and personal value. Wendy highlights how being rigid about ANYTHING limits our growth, desires, and real connections. • Importance of emotional agility • Relationship between productivity and self-worth • The impact of rigid beliefs on genuine connections • Strategies to cultivate emotional flexibility • Understanding the significance of internal dialogues • The journey toward self-leadership and embracing change If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review or share it with someone who may benefit from listening.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Getting out of the Language that let's you say Nothing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 12:03 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis enlightening episode addresses the challenges of communicating genuine emotions in a world overflowing with therapeutic language, urging listeners to embrace self-honesty and authenticity. By dissecting the gap between learned jargon and real feelings, we explore the importance of candid emotional expression as a pathway to personal growth.• The prevalence of intellectualising emotions and its impact on communication • Importance of self-honesty and confronting deeper feelings • Recognising and addressing fears of loneliness and inadequacy • The role of unhealthy coping mechanisms in avoiding feelings • The significance of using real language to articulate emotions • Encouragement to embrace vulnerability in emotional exchangesIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Rewriting the Narrative of Disappointment to get out of All or Nothing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 17:02 Transcription Available


    Send us a textDisappointment shapes our lives in ways we may not fully understand, leading to cycles of all-or-nothing behaviour and hyper-independence. This episode addresses the emotional weight of disappointment, the importance of trust in relationships, and practical steps towards breaking free from these patterns. • Exploring the impact of disappointment on our lives • Understanding all-or-nothing thinking and hyper-independence • The connection between overworking, burnout, and emotional struggle • Examining the fear associated with rest and vulnerability • Practical strategies to rewire our relationship with disappointment • Encouraging self-reflection on personal patterns and connectionsIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Embracing Intentional Meditation: Transform Your Life with Intention

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 22:17 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode explores the profound impact of intention and habitual thought on our identities and lives. By discussing how setting daily intentions can shift our mindset, the conversation encourages listeners to engage in purposeful living rather than coasting through life on autopilot. • Understanding intentional vs. habitual meditation • The powerful effect of daily intentions • How coasting leads to unfulfilling lives • The significance of intentionality in shaping experiences • Flexibility in mindset fosters growth and adaptability • Recognising unconscious intentions and their impact • Practical exercise for setting intentions daily • Encouraging self-discovery through intentional livingIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Cultivating Connection & Building Trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 24:59 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode explores the vital relationship between self-development and genuine connection, urging listeners to prioritise the inner work that fosters deeper connections with themselves, others, and the world. The discussion highlights the importance of emotional agility, vulnerability, and reshaping our perspectives on relationships to cultivate more meaningful interactions.• Redefining self-development as a journey toward authentic connection • Understanding disconnection in modern society • Emphasising the importance of emotional agility in relationships • Sharing personal experiences of prioritising meaningful connections • Recognising the negative impact of neglecting close relationships • Exploring the role of vulnerability in fostering deeper connections • Encouraging reflection on attention and energy allocation toward relationships • Building connections not just with others but with the world around usIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Breaking Free from All-or-Nothing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 24:43 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode dives into the all-or-nothing mindset, exploring how it traps individuals in cycles of excitement and disappointment. Wendy discusses the transformative power of embracing bare minimum actions, stressing the importance of consistency and non-negotiables in fostering personal growth and self-trust.• Exploring the destructive cycle of all-or-nothing thinking • Understanding the emotional patterns rooted in our nervous systems • Importance of microdosing efforts instead of chasing big moments • Emphasising flexibility over rigidity in daily routines • Personal non-negotiables and their impact on well-being • The need for validation and how it reinforces negative behaviours • Incorporating daily intentions for a more fulfilling life • Encouraging listeners to break free from disappointment cyclesIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Rediscovering Insights: Embracing Old Lessons for New Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 20:56 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode centres around the transformative power of revisiting past learnings and experiences instead of always searching for something new. Wendy encourages listeners to engage with previous content through their current selves, highlighting how our evolving perspectives can reveal new insights and value.• The power of revisiting old content for new insights • Personal growth impacts appreciation of past lessons • Importance of repetition for true understanding and application • Assessing our personal collections for meaningful insights • Discipline as a factor in cultivating new habits and routines • Finding value in small, daily acts of self-care and mindfulness • Invitation for listener feedback and topic suggestionsIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Cultivating Self-Trust and Personal Agility in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 23:28 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode focuses on setting intentions for 2025, exploring the concepts of discipline, risk, and self-trust. We highlight the importance of defining a word for the year, tracking progress, and understanding the interplay between internal safety and self-reliance. • Setting intentions for the new year • The concept of discipline as commitment • Understanding state mastery and agility • Defining 'risk' and its personal significance • The necessity of monthly reflections and tracking • The conflict between self-reliance and over-giving • Building internal safety and trust • The importance of nurturing emotional responsesIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Purpose, Meaning, Love, and Experiencing Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 19:17 Transcription Available


    Is it possible that we've been misleading ourselves about life's single, straightforward purpose? Join me as I challenge this notion and open a conversation about embracing life's unpredictability and complexity. Reflecting on the film "Wicked," we weave through themes of legacy, love, and personal meaning, asking what truly defines our contributions to the human narrative. Together, we ponder why struggles are often more comfortable to share than triumphs and how that shapes our connections with others. Curiosity stands as a guiding force in this exploration, prompting us to question traditional perceptions of love and suffering. As we navigate this complex landscape, I suggest that love, far from a source of pain, has the power to dissolve suffering and bring profound joy. Each chapter of this episode encourages embracing curiosity as a core value, one that fuels creativity and shapes our understanding of purpose. As we wrap up the year, I express heartfelt gratitude for your engagement and hint at more thought-provoking journeys ahead. Let's continue learning, unlearning, and finding joy in the unique experiences that define our lives.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Pause The Push - stop doing and understand how to be still

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 13:55 Transcription Available


    What if the relentless pursuit of busyness is actually keeping you from discovering your true self? Join me as we explore the hidden motivations behind our hyperindependent lifestyles and how early experiences can lead us to value productivity over authenticity. This episode is a deep dive into the transformative journey of slowing down, reconnecting with our bodies and intuition, and how this uncomfortable process can lead to profound clarity and inner wisdom. We'll examine the societal glorification of busyness as a badge of honor and reveal how it can act as a barrier to understanding our emotions and desires.In a world obsessed with speed and achievement, we challenge the norms by embracing the art of true pause and stillness. Discover how balancing ambition with rest allows us to tap into deeper self-trust and motivation, achieving more with less stress. By embracing the feminine energy within us all, we shift from an endless cycle of productivity to a path that fosters personal growth, creativity, and meaningful connections. This episode is not just a discussion; it's an invitation to transform your life and leadership approach by reimagining the role of busyness in your existence. Reach out for further conversation and support as we journey together towards a more enriching and authentic life.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Moving from Self Sufficiency to Interdependence

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 17:22 Transcription Available


    Feeling trapped in a cycle of emotional whiplash, where the fear of relying on others keeps you isolated? Discover how childhood experiences with emotionally unavailable caregivers shape our adult lives, creating a barrier to forming deep, meaningful connections. Join me as we unravel the complex web of trust issues and the nervous system's role in this emotional tug-of-war. This episode promises to guide you to a breakthrough understanding, revealing how the absence of witnessing emotional repair in our formative years plants the seeds of anxious attachment and avoidance.Together, we'll explore how these ingrained beliefs can lead to self-isolation, people-pleasing, and fawning behaviors that hinder true love and support. By recognizing these patterns, we aim to dismantle the fortress that keeps genuine relationships at bay. This is an invitation to reframe your perspective on self-reliance and connection, offering practical insights into creating healthier bonds and repairing relationships. Tune in for a transformative discussion that paves the way for experiencing authentic connections and a renewed sense of trust in yourself and others.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Letting go of 'I have to do it or no-one will'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 21:20 Transcription Available


    What if your worth isn't just tied to how much you can do for others? Join me as we unravel the belief that we must keep everything together or risk it all falling apart. This episode explores how childhood experiences with unreliable or emotionally unavailable parents might have shaped this narrative, pushing many into taking on too much responsibility too soon. Learn how this overwhelming sense of duty can lead to exhaustion and loneliness, and discover how we can begin to open up, delegate, and rebuild trust in others. By questioning the origins of these beliefs, we aim to let go of over-responsibility, realising that our value extends beyond our actions alone.In a world that equates vulnerability with weakness, we emphasise the power of embracing emotional openness. This episode challenges the misconception that vulnerability is merely performative, while highlighting the adverse effects of hyper-independence, such as emotional guarding and isolation. We discuss the journey of moving away from over-functioning, inviting more joy and connection into our lives. Finally, we touch on the transformative process of rewiring deep-seated beliefs with the aid of therapists or coaches to escape the productivity trap. As we set the stage for our next conversation, consider sharing this insight with someone who might benefit from breaking free from survival mode.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Beyond Logic Embracing the Emotional Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 16:06 Transcription Available


    Ever felt like you're hitting a brick wall when trying to use logic to solve emotional problems? You're not alone.  Many of us have been conditioned to lean on logic, yet emotions don't abide by the same rules. We explore how childhood stories of self-worth create emotional blocks that logic alone can't dismantle. By learning to embrace and process emotions, we can transform these blocks into breakthroughs, moving toward true self-acceptance and shedding the illusion of being broken.Facing resistance and fear when striving for important goals is a common struggle. But instead of pushing harder, Wendy suggests a different approach: pause and observe the emotions that surface. Shifting focus from productivity to curiosity about our desires allows for personal growth. This episode invites you to sit with your feelings without judgment and see what unfolds. As always, Wendy encourages listeners to engage with these insights, sharing them with others who might benefit from a deeper understanding of themselves. Reach out to Wendy via email or Instagram for further conversation and support.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Unlocking Inner Wisdom: Cacao, Plant Spirits, and the Journey to Self-Discovery

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 42:17 Transcription Available


    Curious about the transformative power of cacao and plant medicines? Join me,  as I chat with the remarkable Ifey a doctor-turned-herbalist who founded Eight Within, an online apothecary. Ifey's journey from a conventional medical career to embracing the spiritual essence of plants offers invaluable insights into self-discovery. Her story of a life-altering experience in Costa Rica reveals how cacao became a catalyst for unlocking infinite wisdom within, with her mission being to empower individuals to tap into their inner potential.Throughout our discussion, we delve into the fascinating relationship between spirituality and plant-based remedies, sharing personal stories that highlight the profound impact of these natural substances. We explore the spirit of plants, from passion flower to trees, and how they can transform perceptions and enhance well-being. Ifey opens up about the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the business of plant medicine, while ensuring these powerful tools remain accessible and enjoyable for everyone.Discover how cacao can serve as a grounding force for those with fiery astrological influences, promoting emotional resilience and healthier responses to life's complexities. Ife shares insights into the biochemical wonders of cacao, offering long-term benefits such as improved heart and brain health. We also touch upon embracing vulnerability and trust, transitioning from hyper-independence to collaboration. Don't miss this episode!8 Within WebsiteIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    The Strength in Being Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 20:38 Transcription Available


    What if the very armor you wear to guard your emotions is what's holding you back from true connection? Join me, as I challenge the misconceptions around vulnerability and hyper-independence. Many caregivers and fixers, like myself, often find it difficult to open up to receiving love and help, creating barriers to deep connections and self-expression. In this enlightening episode, we redefine vulnerability as a strength rather than a weakness, enabling genuine communication and curiosity. We unpack the internal chaos that stems from maintaining a facade of self-sufficiency and explore how these behaviors can lead to unspoken fears of rejection and not belonging.By reconnecting with our youngest selves, we can address the roots of hyper-independence and bring to light what this present version of us needs to express. Throughout the episode, I share personal insights and stories that highlight the importance of letting go of the emotional masks we often wear. We look at how embracing our emotional blocks and imperfections can lead to deeper relationships and a stronger connection with others. Listen in to explore how acknowledging these shared insecurities can foster growth and intimacy, transforming the way we relate to ourselves and those around us.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    From Survival Mode to Thriving: Embracing Agility for Lasting Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 23:07 Transcription Available


    Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of just getting by, always in survival mode? Join me as I unravel the journey from surviving to thriving. In this episode, we tackle the distinction between these two states and explore how embracing emotional agility and openness can lead to growth and positive change. Through personal anecdotes and insights from my own transition out of survival mode, discover how shifting your mindset and becoming more flexible in thoughts and actions can break rigid patterns and foster a thriving life.To maintain this thriving state, we dive into practical daily practices that are essential for well-being. From ensuring basic needs like sleep and nutrition to integrating movement and nature, self-care is a vital part of living a fulfilling life. I share the transformative power of mirror work and affirmations like "I love myself, I trust myself, I am enough," which help in developing self-awareness and recognizing when to make changes or pause to address unmet needs. With a curious and non-judgmental approach, we'll explore how to move beyond rigid self-improvement norms and embrace agility to create momentum for lasting change.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Moving Beyond Resilience to True Strength

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 13:08 Transcription Available


    Think resilience is the ultimate strength? Think again. Discover why clinging to rigid behaviors in the name of control might be stunting your personal growth and limiting your emotional experiences. Join me as I challenge the glorification of resilience and guide you towards embracing emotional agility. We'll reframe your understanding of emotions—from perceived threats to mere data—and help you identify where rigidity is holding you back. Reflect on your own life: Are your repetitive actions a shield against uncomfortable emotions? Through this episode, you'll learn to shift from a rigid mindset to one of adaptability, feeling, and true strength. Stop focusing on fixing perceived flaws and start accepting the full spectrum of your humanity, both messy and joyful. Tune in to uncover how emotional flexibility can lead to genuine transformation, and don't hesitate to reach out with your thoughts or share this episode with someone who might need it.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Vulnerability is Honesty in Action

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 18:36 Transcription Available


    What if avoiding our true desires is just another way of avoiding vulnerability; because we fear vulnerability as weakness?  When in reality if we shift and reframe vulnerabilty to honesty, we can see where we are kidding ourselves, being dishonest out loud and ultimately, sneakily lying to ourselves?Discover the courage it takes to practice self-honesty and how emotional agility can pave the way for meaningful connections. We delve into the fears of rejection and conflict that drive our avoidance tendencies, leading to self-censorship and disconnection. Learn how honest communication, even when uncomfortable, serves as a catalyst for personal growth and stronger relationships. Reflect on your own challenges with honesty and be inspired to engage in open dialogues, despite uncertainties, for a more authentic and connected life.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Uncovering the Emotional Roots of Type A Personalities

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 17:30 Transcription Available


    Can the relentless drive for success actually stem from childhood loneliness? In this eye-opening episode, I dig in the to the lesser-talked about emotional roots of Type A personalities. We'll trace the origins of these traits back to the 1950s when cardiologists first identified them, and discuss how their outward continuous drive is often an internal struggle for validation and emotional support. Through my extensive work, I've seen how these individuals' high ambition, perfectionism, and fear of failure are coping mechanisms for feeling unseen during their formative years. This episode sheds light on the true motivations behind their productivity and sense of urgency—offering a fresh perspective on what really drives Type A behaviour.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Reigniting Passion and Overcoming Burnout Through Clarity and Self-Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 13:14 Transcription Available


    What happens when clarity and passion slip through your fingers? Join me as I recount my battle with burnout and feeling suffering both personally and professionally. Discover how paralyzing it can be to lose sight of what you want and need, and how seeking the right kind of help can reignite your passion. In this episode of "And What Else," I delve into the intricate dance between passion, clarity, and action. Learn how gaining clarity can rekindle your passion and drive, transforming uncertainty into renewed DRIVE and passion. I'll walk you through my journey of questioning my career choices and how finding clarity brought me back to podcasting with a fresh perspective. If you've ever felt stuck this episode offers might be just what you need!  Especially if you have somehow tied suffering with part of who you are and what success costs!If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Why Words Matter & How We See Value

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 21:25 Transcription Available


    Can the words you choose truly transform your journey of self-discovery? Join me, as we unravel the impact of language on personal development. In this episode, Wendy shares how substituting specific terms can unlock different dimensions of self-awareness. For instance, why "younger self" might be a more approachable term than "inner child," and how "self-value" can provide a deeper connection than "self-worth." Wendy also delves into the hidden patterns of high achievers, who may conceal people-pleasing tendencies behind their facade of high performance and independence.Tune in to also explore the fluid nature of attachment styles and self-awareness.   Reflect on your own language, values, and behaviours, and learn how to act on new insights differently. This episode is a call to not just listen but to take a minute and understand it for yourself.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Cancel Culture, Visibility and "The List" with Yomi Adegoke

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 62:26 Transcription Available


    If you've seen the iconic purple book with the emoji on it, or even read it for yourself - then I've got a treat for you today! Joining me on the podcast is Yomi Adegoke, multi award-winning journalist and author of numerous books including her debut novel "The List". As a journalist for The Guardian and British Vogue, she covers topics like race, feminism, popular culture and how they intersect, as well as class and politics and so our episode today builds brilliantly on all of these ideas. Living in a world where something you wrote decades ago online can come back to bite you, we're diving into whether this is a good thing, why Yomi doesn't share much about her personal life on social media and how transitioning from writing non-fiction to fiction brought up insecurities she hadn't expected.Yomi and I are talking about:Yomi's inspiration for her book, "The List"Cancel culture and declaring views we holdLife online as an author in the public eye and the boundaries we holdHow Yomi became a critically thinking writerDoing things we haven't done before or are bad atYou can connect with Yomi on Instagram @yomi.adegoke or Twitter/X @yomiadegoke. You can buy "The List" here and at all other bookstores.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Archetypal Astrology & Creativity with Sade Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 41:57 Transcription Available


    As children, a lot of us liked to read our horoscopes in the newspaper, but for my guest today, that led to a career in astrology and writing. My guest today is Sade Jackson - astrologer, writer and creativity mentor for creative mavericks, visionaries and muses of soul. When Sade had a reading done by an astrologer at 19, she was told she would one day open her own spiritual business - which, as a sociology student, she couldn't believe would ever be true. After these prolific revelations, she began to study the arts of astrology, which opened up a rabbit hole of new worldly discoveries. Now, over 10 years later, Sade has since become a creative consultant for astrology based apps, has her own astrology column in the Evening Standard and has trained in the energy healing arts of Reiki. Our conversation takes a lot of twists and turns, and you're sure to come out of it pondering so much more than you thought!Sade and I are talking about:How Sade got into astrology and writingBooks that are about more than just self-development or astrologyMaiden, mother and crone energiesThe biggest assumptions people make about Sade and her workThe psychoid, religion and rabbit holesConforming as a society and the people who rebelFinding your creativity inside youConnecting with your chartYou can connect with Sade on her website at thesadejackson.com, on Instagram @thesadejackson or the Mystica Salon account @mystica_salon.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    The Visual Detox with Marine Tanguy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 67:30 Transcription Available


    We've all heard of a detox, where you attempt to eliminate toxins from your body through various means, but have you ever heard of a visual detox? Today's guest, Marine Tanguy, recently published a book called "The Visual Detox" and I was so excited to dive into the concept more with her! Marine is an art entrepreneur, speaker and media commentator and founder and CEO of MTArt Agency. After managing her first gallery in London at 21 years old and a career in visual arts, she founded her agency, the first of its kind supporting artists worldwide. Marine is a passionate advocate for the role of the artist in guiding the public through a world flooded with visual noise and the agency seeks to ensure artists are rightly recognised as the spokespeople for a visual age. We had such a brilliant conversation that will encourage you to think about the things you see every day!Marine and I are discussing:Why Marine wrote her book, "The Visual Detox"Being in tune with the visuals around you such as nature and artHow advertising influences us psychologically, especially as womenAI imagery and consciously consuming contentEquity and visual inequalityMaking art more accessibleSubconscious biases when viewing imagesYou can connect with Marine on Instagram @marinetanguyart, or her website at mtartagency.co.uk. Her book, The Visual Detox, is available here and in all other booksellers.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Embracing the Bare Minimum for Lasting Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 23:30 Transcription Available


    What if embracing the bare minimum in your self-development journey could lead to the big shifts?  This week I am exploring how small, seemingly ordinary efforts can transform your life and challenge the all-or-nothing mindset that often leads to burnout. Discover the power of integrating mindful practices into your everyday routine, from figuring out your reaction to words, to setting intentions in the shower. Learn how these simple tools can help you cultivate deeper roots ensuring that your growth is sustainable and meaningful.In this episode, I share practical tips, a shift in language (next level, new devil is NOT for me), ways to change your view of things and ultimately how not to keep giving up. Reflect on your motivations and see how minimal, consistent practices can prevent the disappointment that often follows massive, intensive self-care sessions. By embedding significant realisations into daily life, you can foster a sense of well-being and trust in yourself, even amidst a busy schedule. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Why rigid thinking creates failure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 11:44 Transcription Available


    Have you ever felt trapped in a fixed mindset or struggled to incorporate change? In this episode, I share how breaking free from rigid, all-or-nothing thinking opens doors to a more flexible approach to personal growth. By embracing the bare minimum approach, you are able to create lasting changes, that rules and rigidity just can't achieve. Join me as I reflect on the impact of inflexible mindsets on development and how consistent practice, even at the most basic level, can cultivate belief, courage, and adaptability.  Ultimately GROWTH.  This episode focuses not just on the meditation challenge, but on committing to something with the intention of it being possible, rather than signing up already expecting failure. Challenge your all-or-nothing attitude and find more and more ways to make it possible, enabling change to be continuous rather than ALL IN then ALL OUT. Feel free to connect with me on Instagram or email, and don't forget to share your thoughts and feedback. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    New Methods for Women with Sharmadean Reid

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 57:26 Transcription Available


    Join myself and Sharmadean Reid, the powerhouse behind the Stack World and author of "New Methods for Women." Our conversation is exploring her book, which is set to hit the shelves on June 27, 2024.  It is a toolkit for women to craft their futures, drawing on insights from her own experiences and transformation together with observations from the world, her large community and studying the work of others.Sharmadean offers a compelling perspective on the echoes of intergenerational experiences, the delicate balance between vulnerability and self-sufficiency, particularly for millennial women, and the profound impact of our attachment styles on the journey towards healing. And when it comes to the art of communication, her wisdom sheds light on cultural narratives and discerning fact from opinion, providing a different way to really consider how we all speak and use our words.Finally, let's not forget the influence of myths on gender equity and societal norms. Sharmadean invites us to reimagine these stories. To continue the conversation and become part of this much bigger conversation, you can follow Sharmadean on Instagram HEREIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

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    Mastering Your State

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 20, 2024 28:51 Transcription Available


    Have you ever found yourself sapped of energy, struggling to maintain positivity, or just feeling off-kilter? I'm inviting you to look at the vital role our ‘state' plays in our day-to-day existence.  I discuss how the ebbs and flows of our energy and emotions shape our narratives and beliefs. We'll tackle the art of self-affirmation, sharing personal anecdotes on how you can leverage this simple routine to uplift your state of mind and take charge of your self-awareness.We all have our unique rhythms that dictate when we're most effective, and it's time we honor that individuality. This episode isn't just about questioning the conventional workday; it's about redefining what successful work habits look like for you. By understanding the power of positive discipline and recognizing our own needs, we can prevent burnout and keep our creative fires burning bright.  Forming strategies for personal growth and thinking about how to dismantle the self-imposed barriers that may be hindering your true potential.Lastly, we'll explore the broader implications of being attuned to our personal states and how they impact our quest for an optimal life. From the basics of self-care to the influence of movement and meaningful connections, I'll share insights on making wise decisions and avoiding the traps of a low state. If you are interested in joining my LIVE 8 week course "Be Uncommon" the link is HERE with the earlybird on until May 23rd using code UNCOMMONIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Knowing Yourself with Bec Morris

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 47:27


    Everyone knows how important I think it is to know who you are, what you like and dislike without just copying someone else to "fit in". My guest today knows this too - she's Bec Morris, a Brand Consultant who holds 15 years of invaluable experience in the industry. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of working with some of the largest and most prestigious brands in the world, gaining an unparalleled insight into what it takes to create a truly successful brand. We had a really interesting discussion all about the importance of getting uncomfortable, creating your own rituals (no, we don't mean sacrificing someone) and why Bec doesn't like the term "personal brand".Bec and I are talking about:What Bec has battled with to get to where she is nowChecking in with yourself about how you want your life to beThe problems with the term "personal brand"Why we don't avoid the hard stuff any moreThe fact that you are not your business and your business is not youRegulating your nervous systemBlending in or standing out?You can connect with Bec on Instagram @_becmorris or on her website at becmorris.co.uk.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Feeling Understood using Astrology with Francesca Oddie

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 31:13


    Chatting ALL the things with Astrologer Francesca Oddie - myself and Fran met many years ago when I used to run a retreat company and she came along just as she was stepping into being an Astrologer.  From understanding signs, the many layers of astrology, numerology and not it seems - the cards - together with how she ended up looking through the lens of astrology to understand people in relation to each other and being on a TV show advising on this!Her passion to help people understand their needs, inner conflicts, passions and growth lessons shines through.  Reminding people of their gifts and bringing all of her joy into a reading to help you be more curious for life.  We also discuss being a modern astrologer and changing the perception of peoples attitude towards astrology.Although chatting astrology is one thing (and often confusing to many), Fran towards the end of the episode runs through some of the current transits on my chart and discusses me astrologically - we thought it might help you to hear how some of these things translate as a snippet to reflect on what we have been discussing.You can find Fran's website here:  https://www.francescaoddie.com/and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francescaoddieastrology/If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Bold Courage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 36:05


    I've been having a lot of conversations recently with different types of people who are in different circumstances about the topic of understanding who you are, what you like and don't like, what you stand for, who you want to be and how you want to live it. Then, taking all of this knowledge, and assessing how your life currently is and seeing what is in agreement or conflict with how you want to be living. In reality, most people never consider these things and if that's you, it's totally holding you back from living the life that you deserve!In today's solo episode, I'm diving into:Recognising who you are and what you like and don't likeFragility and being afraid of self-developmentGetting into your body and out of your mindBeing heart-led vs business-ledWhy you need to stop talking into the echo-chambers of agreementThe word "resilient" and why I think we should stop using itVulnerability and going deep with othersIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Finding Your Voice with Kay Munday

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 45:39


    So many of us are terrified of public speaking, but have you ever considered what causes that? It's not usually just a direct fear of speaking! That's why today's episode with Kay Munday, speaking coach, is so valuable - it breaks down to so much more than just opening your mouth on a stage. She is an international speaker and coach on a mission to eradicate labels through the power of storytelling. Kay firmly believes effective story-telling is the most important tool in your toolbox and she draws on the learning within her own journey from dyslexia, an introvert who suffers with anxiety, and a professional who hated all forms of speaking, to a now internationally recognised presence and Google's go-to speaking coach.Kay and I are talking about:How Kay helps people become better speakersLearning how to communicate better with yourselfWhy self trust is so important in changing your lifeFear of speaking and why that's not usually your problemFailure vs learningsDoing the right thing for you and putting yourself firstProcessing where you're at before moving forwardsLearning to ask for helpBeing open about your storiesYou can connect with Kay over on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn, or on her website at kaymunday.com.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Confidently Sober with Steph Elswood

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 44:09


    Sometimes the best businesses are those that start totally by accident, and my guest today has fallen into a number of her businesses through her own personal journey from recovering from an eating disorder and beginning to share content about that online. Joining me today is Steph Elswood, a health and fitness advocate, professional dancer, director of body confidence workshops 'Stay Sassy', Author of 'Plant to Plate' and Founder of 'Sasstainable', 'Dry Disco' and 'Carouse'. I found her originally as 'Healthy Chef Steph' and instantly connected with her approach to wellness and sobriety. In today's episode, we're going deep into Steph's journey from anxiety following drinking in the pub after her boyfriend's rugby matches, to becoming sober and eventually starting her own non-alcoholic drinks company after noticing a gap in the market.Steph and I will be chatting about:How Steph got started making content to help her recover from her eating disorderThe companies Steph has started and her newest one, a non-alcoholic drinks rangeChallenges and obstacles that come with running businessesWhy Steph stopped drinking when she was 22How giving up drinking actually gives you the things you were looking for in drinking originallyPeople pleasing and sharing your life onlineAuthenticity and vulnerabilityIf you'd like to stay in Steph's circle, you can follow her on Instagram @stephelswood and YouTube @StephElswood and follow her non-alcoholic drinks company on Instagram @drinkcarouse.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Passive Decisions Are Holding You Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 32:56


    A solo episode today - and I'm back with my usual attitude, of course! A question I want you to ask yourself is "is the self-development work I'm doing actually leading me to develop, change and grow?". If the answer is no - we need to work out why, and that's where today's episode will come in handy. If you're taking in all the information, but being passive about implementing it, then you really need to sit down and think about what's truly going on. And if you're blaming the planets, astrology or signs as a reason to wait or why it's not your fault (coming from someone who works with astrology and loves this stuff) - this episode might be a bit of a wake-up call!Today I'm diving into:Why you can't be passive when it comes to self-developmentTaking self-responsibility for changes you need to makeGetting out of umbrella terminology and looking at factsThe reason you set such high standards for yourselfDetangling your self-worth from your business or employmentWhat your "personal brand" truly meansWorking out what you need to stop doing instead of what you need to start doingIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Be So Good They Can't Ignore You with Fran Millar

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 41:32


    When we've been doing something so well in the past, moving into a new career or phase of life can be scary. It takes a lot of bravery to be able to take that leap, and today's guest is proof that when we live life aligned to our values, we can truly thrive. Joining me for this conversation is Fran Millar, who is currently CEO of men's fashion brand Belstaff and previously was one of the founding members and senior management of Team Sky, potentially one of the most successful professional cycling teams ever to exist. While she lives her life mostly offline, in today's episode we cover plenty of topics surrounding her move from sport to business, how successful women are judged and what she believes her strengths are as a leader.Today Fran and I are chatting about:Challenges Fran has faced in a male-dominated industryHaving the confidence to make changes in your lifeThe impact of choosing not to have childrenHow women are viewed in business and what their superpowers areAdvice we'd give to our younger selvesIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    The Power of Your Breath with Rob Rea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 59:04


    I love exploring different topics within the realm of self-development on this podcast and today's episode is no different. We'll be diving into the wonderful world of breathwork, which if you haven't tried before, can over time allow you to reduce stress and improve sleep and focus, as well as release emotions and understand yourself as breath can be a mirror of lots of our behaviours, physiology and psychology.Joining me today is Rob Rea, a breathwork coach who worked in banking for 5 years before realising it wasn't his path. His journey with breathwork started over a decade ago in Bali where he discovered within stillness, a sanctuary for creativity, introspection and healing. Over the past decade he has dedicated himself to exploring various breathwork practices and methodologies and his path has taken him on a global adventure, where he has integrated breathwork, meditation & somatic experiencing techniques into his daily life.Today Rob and I will be chatting about:How Rob transitioned from banking to modelling to breathwork coachingWhy calmness is a practice and what brings Rob back to his calmHow awareness gives you the power to chooseThe things that hold people back from starting breathworkWhat breathwork can do for you and your bodyMicro-choices and increasing your percentage of changeHow Rob would like to see the breathwork world change in the futureYou can connect with Rob on his website at robrea.co.uk or on Instagram at @robrea__.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    De-story the Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 35:25


    It's a very special day today... my 46th birthday! In celebration of that, we're going to have a little reflection episode and also cover navigating those voices in our head that challenge us. I can honestly say that right now I feel the best I've ever felt in my whole life, and so if you're reading this or listening to today's episode thinking that you're too late or should be further ahead by now - just breathe and take a moment. Things only really started to change for me once I stopped avoiding the inner work that I didn't want to do and challenged the way I was thinking and behaving. I'm talking you through some examples in this episode!We're also celebrating a year since the podcast was first recorded - can you believe it?!Today I'm chatting about:My thoughts on my life now I'm 46How giving up alcohol improved my ability to feel my emotions and changed my lifeNavigating negative thoughts and how the first kilometre impacts youDe-storying stories we're stuck inDeciding not to tick the world's tickboxesIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Brave Honesty with Lewis Robling

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 51:15


    Today's episode is one of my favourites I've ever recorded - diving deep into the topics of self-perception, putting yourself through suffering, and learning what fulfils you with my guest, Lewis Robling. Lewis is an ex-professional rugby player of 10 years, who since discovering ultra running in lockdown, has left the rugby world behind and become an ultra running coach and founded his own events company called "Why We Run". Lewis truly opens up in this episode, sharing things from the impact that feeling out of alignment with rugby had on him, to rugby drinking culture and discovering the importance of having a community around you.Lewis and I will be chatting about:Using running as a pain management toolWhich he found harder - therapy or ultramarathonsSelf-support and filling your cupMaking positive changes in your lifeThe impact of alcohol on your view of yourselfGiving back to others through charity and communityYou can find Lewis on Instagram at @lewis_robling or check out the Why We Run website at itswhywerun.com.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Becoming Bolder in Business with Becky Symes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 58:22


    Brand and website designer and vision strategist, Becky Symes has come to join me on the podcast today and we have such a good episode in store for you! I invited Becky on after connecting with her on Instagram and wanted to bring over some of the amazing conversations we've had there to allow for a deeper discussion on the podcast. We've chatted about lots of things surrounding purpose, being a female in business and the insecurities many women face about taking up space and struggling with their visibility wounds when it comes to personal branding. It's so vital that we unlink our self-worth from our businesses and maintain those boundaries in order to allow ourselves to continue on our personal development journey.Today Becky and I are chatting about:Undoing visibility woundsThe role gender plays in businessPersonal branding, authenticity and viralityBeing bolder with our beliefs and valuesChanging internal thoughts to change the exteriorSlowing downYou can connect with Becky via her website at beckysymes.com or on Instagram at @beckysymes.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Supporting Your State Is Up To You

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 26:13


    I am an advocate for the bare minimum - and that doesn't mean doing the least amount possible, or just trying something once - if you tell me you've completed something, I'll ask you "how many times?"! To me, the bare minimum is the act of taking small, consistent action towards our goals. We can often find that situations feel hard or gritty and we think that means that things aren't "right", when really, we need someone to come and poke us in the face to point out that things are meant to be hard and sometimes life has challenges that are meant to expand us. Well, I'm here with an episode that is exactly the poke in the face that you didn't even know you needed!Today I'm talking about:What I really mean by the bare minimumEmbracing challenges and obstaclesThe importance of being in the best possible "state" and considering what you needFocusing on what you can controlIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    The Shadow Side of Your Values

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 18:54


    I'm so happy that values are something nowadays that we are a lot more open about discussing and sharing with others. Even companies and brands have their own values now! But so often we apply our values to others, but not ourselves, and so today's episode is going to be focusing on values but from the shadow side. For example, is kindness one of your values? But from the shadow side, you aren't compassionate towards yourself and you're great at being a people pleaser to your own detriment. Working on aligning ourselves with our values truly can teach us so much about ourselves and help us to work on our self-development.Today we're talking about:Why I think it's so important to understand our valuesExamples of how to look at your values from the shadow sideHow to apply your values to yourself and not just othersRe-evaluating when your values clash with each otherIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Self Perception Shift

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 18:40


    Self perception is our inner limitation, outer conclusion jumping view of the world and ourselves.  What we see isn't always the full view and our ideas about ourselves and other people are being formed in a way that can create a whole host of behaviours.  Sometimes these behaviours work in our favour, sometimes they determine whether we'll even try! If you think back to a time where a friend was really struggling with a problem, and you were secretly thinking "why can't they just get on with solution X?", that was an example of how their self perception was influencing them to see the solution as more of a problem than you would have. They've probably thought the same about a problem you had at some point! Self-perception plays such a huge part in our lives and if we are to move forward with our self-development journey, we need to work on our self-awareness and start to understand our blockers and why we do the things that we do.Today I'm diving into:The different types of perceptionWhy we do self-developmentThe difference between the presenting problem and the real problemWhy it's important to develop your self-awarenessHow I think spirituality helps your self-discoveryIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Perfection is an Illusion

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 18:23


    All or nothing thinking - the perfect illusion to make you think that you're passionate, committed, all go go go. It's just a trick! All or nothing just means we will come back to nothing, once we aren't able to give our all any more. If I called you a "continuous starter" instead, you wouldn't be as happy about that descriptor, I'm sure. Fundamentally, you'll find yourself going around in circles and feeling as though you're never able to make progress anywhere, because you'll always have great reasoning as to why you had to stop that thing you wanted to do. Combined with being a people pleaser, you'll find you're always able to complete things for others, but not for yourself, leaving your imposter syndrome raging. Sounding all too familiar? Dive into today's episode!Today I'm chatting about:How all or nothing thinking is just tricking your mindWhy this thinking will affect the things you want to do for yourselfPeople pleasing vs your personal goalsYour internal quitter & how they feed your imposter syndromeWhy you "can't even finish a book"Journal prompts to help you complete something that's been on your list a whileBook a 1:1 session with me here or learn more about working with me in other ways here.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Why Does Rest Need Discipline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 29:38


    Yes, it's another discipline episode, but this time through a different lens! If you're still thinking to yourself that being disciplined means using force with yourself to get things done, you're really going to want to have a listen to today's episode. There are so many areas of our life that need us to be disciplined, and I think one of the most important is rest. Have you ever noticed that when you take a break, you get ill? So you start to think that you're healthier when you're busier, and slowing down is bad for you. Well, that's all tied into your nervous system and it's time to realise that you aren't actually thriving when you're in that state. So have a listen to today's episode, and start to think about whether you're truly giving your body the rest it needs.Today I'm talking about:Why hyper-independent people avoid restHow I used to rest, compared with nowThe different areas of your life that you need to be disciplined in that aren't workThe forgotten art of waiting and slowing downWhy self-diagnosis and inaccurate labels are stopping you livingComing to that thing you're avoidingYou can book a one-to-one session here, and find out more details about working with me in other ways here.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    Implementing Discipline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 22:20


    If you listened to last week's episode, you'll know that my word of the year in 2024 is discipline. In today's episode, I'm going a little deeper into discipline and how I'm using it this year to support positive change in my life. I'll be sharing examples of how I'm using discipline - and that's definitely not as a rod to beat myself with, nor as a way to do more or even as a way to try to overachieve! Tune into today's episode if discipline is your word of the year, or you just feel like you could do with a little extra discipline boost this year!I'm going to be talking about:How disciplined I felt I was in 2023The way I wanted to approach January 2024The things I've implemented to improve my discipline this yearWhat the data told me about why I struggled last yearThe link between productivity and restAll or nothing vs the bare minimumHabit stacking on the toilet!If you'd like a one-to-one session with me as a one-off, you can book these for January, February or March here.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    2024: The Year of Discipline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 29:12


    Welcome to series 2 of And What Else! If you're a new listener, I'm so happy that you're joining us, and if you're a returning listener, thank you so much for coming back! In today's episode, we're hitting the ground running with a topic that's certainly a lot of peoples' word of the year for 2024 (and mine!) - discipline. In my mind, discipline isn't about being tough or stern with yourself, it's finding the flexible way forward rather than the excuse why not. It's simply a tool that will help you to cultivate a habit that aligns you with achieving your goals, not some horrible way to bully yourself. So, if you feel like you've been looking at discipline in the wrong way, tune in to today's episode to learn more about how to reframe this word and begin to actually start holding yourself accountable.In this episode, we're discussing:The definitions of consistency and disciplineWhat manifesting is and isn'tHow being a people pleaser is affecting your personal growthGiving yourself permission to be disciplined to look after yourself and how it affects you if you don'tMy thoughts on the quote "I'm not available for anything that disrupts my peace"Becoming aware of the energy you're aroundReframing the "I'm a manifesting generator" excuseIf you're interested in diving deeper into discipline, completion, seeing it through and nervous system regulation, join me in The Bridge 10 week course which starts in March!If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

    The Completion Method

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 28:18


    It's the final episode of 2023! What a whirlwind this year has been - and how quickly it's gone! The podcast launched back in March, and we're rounding up 36 episodes in this first week of December, as I think we all just need a bit of space over this crazy season (my thoughts on that - another episode in itself!). Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this podcast part of your development routine and my first year in podcasting so successful!Today I'm chatting about:The traits and behaviours of the types of people that I work withHow I work with my clients to change their thinking and beliefsFears and resistance my clients have to changingHelping my clients to separate themselves from their job titlesJoin me for my workshop "Pause for Momentum" on 14th December 2023 at 7.30pm. This will be an end of year round-up that isn't just an acknowledgement of what has happened, but the seeing of the unacknowledged. You will understand how to stop using shitty data to assess yourself, and understand why you are moving in directions that don't support you.If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and subscribe! And if you want to learn more from me, come and say hello on Instagram @thecompletioncoach or via email at wendy@thecompletioncoach.co.uk or find out more about working with me on my website, thecompletioncoach.co.uk.

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