The Resilience Movement

Episode NotesSeason #7, Episode #5 Culture of Happiness Australia and my wonderful guest today is Tejas Lakhani, the founder of  Culture of Happiness.Our conversation of what it means to be happy, what happiness is and how this can be found within, you can share happiness with the world. His mission is to spread happiness to the last person standing and some of his sage advice like “Identify yourself not your profession” is just wonderful to hear.He shares…..At a story about a Café in Kathmandu in Nepal, I saw a very wonderful piece of writing from John Lennon about his school project and he wanted to just be happy.So much in this wonderful authentic conversation, thank you for listening.Book picks for the month·         Atlas of the Heart – Brene Brown·         The Arc of Love – Esther PerelFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Season 7, Episode 4Are you going into Peri Menopause or have you hit Menopause, do you feel crazy, have symptoms you can't explain….me too!In this podcast I have the lovely Fiona Frame sharing her journey and perspective of moving into Menopause.We want to be open and vulnerable and share some of what is happening to our bodies and mind that we can share so you know you are not alone and everyone is different.Talking about how we can feel feel ripped off and some of us relieved that we have reached Menopause. I will talk about being at my wits end with what to do, so experimenting with what works and what doesn't work is all I can do.Whilst this is really about women, the men in our lives can learn about what its like for us to experience and maybe that will just shed a bit of light and help our loved one's be patient and understanding as we move through this stage of life.Book picks for the month·         Atlas of the Heart – Brene Brown·         The Arc of Love – Esther PerelFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #7, Episode #3What the F&%@ is happening to my body?Are you going into Peri Menopause or Menopause, do you feel crazy, have symptoms you can't explain….me too!In this podcast I want to be open and vulnerable and share some of what is happening to my body and mind that I can't explain. I feel ripped off and I am at times at my wits end with what to do, so experimenting with what works and what doesn't work is all I can do.At 52 I am just at the beginning of my second act (as Jane Fonda calls it) it needs to be better than this.Remember we are all resilient beyond what we contemplate is possible, so never give up on you.Book picks for the month·         Atomic habits – James Clear·         The Arc of Love – Esther PerelFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Season #7, Episode #2Dump it in your journalIn this podcast I want to share the benefits of starting a journal and how this can help you get out of your head and write stuff down, all the yucky stuff you want to say but maybe cant. Write letters to those that hurt you and would never respect you enough to list, I hope this is helpful in building resilience.Remember we are all resilient beyond what we contemplate is possible.Book picks for the month·         Set Boundaries, find peace – Nedra Glover Tawwab·         The Arc of Love – Esther PerelFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Season #7, Episode #1Self Discovery Occurs in Stillness – Donna MouldsSo excited to start off 2022 and I want to share some of what I do to kick of the year on the right foot. Journaling can be very therapeutic and can help get the crap out of your head and onto the pages where you can decipher what's happening. The only way to truly reflect and find what is inside is to be alone and still long enough to think about what you really want this one life to look like.I start with reflections on what has gone, not wallowing, simply reflection, I then move into what I am truly grateful for especially looking at the year that has gone what am I most grateful for and I know for some it will be that I am grateful this year is over, and that's perfect for you.I then start writing my intentions for the up coming year in all aspects of my life, career, family, relationships, all if it. I build a clear picture of my intention so I can cement that and stay on track especially in challenging times.I then look to my future and plan this out and stay aligned to my values.Remember we are all resilient beyond what we contemplate is possible.Book picks for the month·         Set Boundaries, find peace – Nedra Glover Tawwab·         The Arc of Love – Esther PerelFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au 

You may be curious about the title, however I want to remind you that we have stepped through a lot over the past 2 years and 2022 is just around the corner, so its time to step though with a plan. We all know plans aren't always set in stone but that doesn't mean we should make big plans.We know from the research that news years resolutions don't work, so STOP IT! It has been proven they don't last more than 7 days in most cases, however goals/plans with a timeline and actions steps do work and also keep you focused. Here are my tips on how you can start the year with a plan you can make come to fruition.ReflectionHow was the year that has passed?What can you learn from?What are you happy with?What do you want to change?RechargeTime outSelf careLaughter/Fun/familyResetWhat do you want for your life in the future?What do you want for your family?What do you want for your business/careerPlanTake the time to dream about what you want life to look like, feel like.Set some goals with clear timelines and milestones that provide evidence of your progress toward what you want.

Right now here in Australia we are going through another lock down and its easy to get caught up in the crazy negative spiral, however I want you to think about what you can control and how you can fill your own cup to stay in a better frame of mind."Freedom is of the mind" is something Archie Williams said when he was asked how he survived being locked away, incarcerated for 37 years of his life, falsely accused of a crime he didn't commit. he used music to see light in the darknessIn this podcast I want to remind you of what you can control, the choices you can still make regardless of what other people are doing and decisions that are being made and are directly impacting you and your loved one's. I want you to think about how you can take care of your own mental health, fill your own cup and how you can still be grateful for those little things that can make a big difference.My hope is that you will see light in the darkness.

Well it's been a while and I wasn't in hiding I swear, I was taking on a new challenge and loving it. I needed some time to settle in and get myself set up, but I am back podcasting and will bring some great new content to share.Thank you for hanging in there with me and sharing my podcasts.

Episode NotesSeason #6, Episode #2We Overcome Anything – Reece AndersonSo excited to start off 2021 and our special guest is Reece Anderson who shares his journey of 20 years of anxiety, depression, debilitating tics and contemplating suicide. With life spiraling out of control Reece had ignored all the signs that he had some major work to do. Reece shares how finding a Doctor who understood him and wanted to help shows him how to develop the tools and holistic strategies that worked for him. Reece shares how taking responsibility for his life and starting on a long journey to recovery and creating his best life, a better way to live. These strategies are not without setbacks and challenges along the way, however they certainly have enabled Reece to take back his life and now help others Overcome Anything.If you would like to follow his powerful work https://www.facebook.com/groups/Weovercomeanything Remember we are all resilient beyond what we contemplate is possible.Book picks for the month·         Dare to Lead – Brene Brown·         The Tapping Solution – Nick OrtnerFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #6, Episode #1How to Create a Powerful Vision BoardCreating a Vision Board is a powerful way to design the year and life you desire, in this podcast I'm going to share with you how you put together your own vision board and how you can do this with your family to get everyone working towards the bigger picture.Regardless of your external environment you can create the life you desire and a vision board is a way to keep you focused and aligned with what you do want. Most people can tell you what they don't want not what they do want and a Vision Board can really enhance you achieving what you desire.Book picks for the month·         Dare to Lead – Brene Brown·         The Tapping Solution – Nick OrtnerFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #11Are you up for the challenge?This is our last Podcast for 2020 and I am so grateful as we just hit 1500 downloads whoo!!Take time to reflect on this past year, its easy to get caught up in the madness that has happened but remember not to get caught up in stuff you have no influence over.Plan to have a brilliant life and I want to challenge you for the next 7 days with these 5 things.1.            Do a random act of kindness every day for the next 7 days2.            Write down something you want for 2021, be super clear about it and then take action every day to make it happen3.            Do something you have never done before, eat something you have never eaten4.            Read a book you started and have not finished hard copy or audio book.5.            Reach out to someone different for the next 7 days and remind them how great they are or simply tell them you were thinking of them or appreciate themDon't fall into the crazy New Years Resolution they set you up for failure, set some good realistic goals and action them success leaves clues so do what you know works or ask someone how do they achieve things. Then do that! And never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith EdgarFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as he Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #10Kick FEAR to the kerbFEAR is an acronym for False Evidence Appearing Real and its one you should always remember because it forms a story in our head and holds us back from great stuff, opportunities, and life in general.In this episode I want you to create your own little mantra, mine is “Fuck You FEAR” and this allows you to find the inner strength get rid of the story and move forward in what ever I want to do. Ill share some examples in this episode and I hope this helps you take on2021 with such a drive that nothing will hold you back. And never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith Edgar Follow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as he Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #9Women Rising Brave Beyond Separation with Gretel JaneIs an online community supporting women as they transition and thrive beyond separation. It is a safe, supportive and private space where you'll be able to have ongoing conversations with others who understand what you are going through and gain information, resources and guidance to help you on your journey.Going through separation is an emotional journey and there are strategies that can help you go through the process without suffering, without pain whilst setting healthy boundaries that support you loving into the next stage of your life. In this episode we talk openly about some of the struggles and why its important to have a solid support system that can help you develop some strategies that work to go through separation in a more positive way.https://www.facebook.com/groups/womenrisingbravebeyondseparationAnd never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith EdgarFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as he Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #8A Subtle ShiftI describe a shift as a subtle shift, a shift in perspective that can lead to change, for example a shift in your language, a shift in your actions, sometimes it's a significant shift but I think mostly its subtle and when you make a few subtle changes this can have a significant impact on your life. Think about this if you make a subtle change in the amount of food you eat you will have a change, eat less junk food, you may have weight loss, eat more junk food you may have weight gain, exercise more you will have greater fitness and exercise less and you will have a decline in your fitness, you get the point.And never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith Edgar Follow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as he Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #7TraumaCollective TraumaThis chapter was going to be called “When you don't heal your past, it bites you on the ass”. Instead it's a more appropriately titled “Trauma” and I am very passionate about this chapter, all that I have learned from my own experiences and other research from real experts such a Brene Brown, clearly proves how we must heal trauma if we want to move into the future with our hearts and minds wide open. Trauma can be deep inside even if you don't see it and feel it all the time, if you haven't healed it it's still there and will come up again and again until you do. From my own experience it comes up when you least expect it. One of my friends once told me that the Universe will only give you what you can handle.To be honest I never really saw how the collective trauma had accumulated over time until a really big event in 2009 and then another significant event in 2017. When I look back I have had many significant events that I had ignored the process of healing and at a time where I was dealing with some challenges it all came up at once, that also led to overreacting to an event that may not seemed significant but it was again the collective trauma that comes up and compounded.And never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith EdgarFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as a Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #6The Power of ForgivenessForgiveness is a gift you give yourself - Tony RobbinsForgiving myself set me free from so much of my pain and whilst the pain is part of my past you have to be able to heal that pain, most importantly it set me free from Shame and Guilt, two of the most debilitating emotions we can burden ourselves with. Brene Brown talks about the difference between the two and her research has revealed so much that I could really resonate with. In her Blog from 2014 she shares shame is focused on self, and guilt is focused on behavior when we feel shame “I am bad” Guilt “I did something bad” so imagine when you compound them, that's a really toxic burden to hold internally.A Forgiveness process is one of the most powerful actions you can do for yourself. To forgive can release you from pain and suffering, you can regain your authentic self with forgiveness. Forgive yourself and set yourself free and then forgive others to allow yourself to be free from pain, judgement, resentment and bring yourself into the present moment rather than keeping yourself shackled to the past. I hope you enjoy this little snippet. And never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith EdgarFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as he Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

Episode NotesSeason #5, Episode #5Resilience Beyond Contemplation – Chapter 3 snippetAs I write my book I want to share some of the journey and take you with me along the way. Today I am reading from a chapter called "Taking 100% responsibility" and let me tell you I had to pick myself up off the floor when I really understood what this meant for my future. My book will be finished by 30th January 2021 and then off to the Publisher it goes, and I am so excited to have the opportunity to share some amazing insights and also tools that can help you become more resilient and create the life you desire, full of love, joy peace and the ability to overcome any obstacle placed in your way.And never forget Resilience is accessible to everyone!Book picks for the month·         Burnout – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski·         The One Thing – Gary Keller and Jay Papasan·         The Choice – Edith EdgarFollow and subscribe to our podcastApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilience-movement/id1493036606?uo=4Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5IqQe2AcH9d9NHVP46K328  If you want to create a better life and be able to overcome challenges instead of being debilitated by adversity than you are in the right podcast, your host Donna Moulds has a wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing herself beyond what she thought was possible and coming out the other end more resilient, more confident and with a zest for living life with purpose and passion.Donna has resiliently bounced back from 3 Divorces, domestic violence and a breakdown after her Son was incarcerated for the first time in 2017 after his ICE addiction took over his life. Her resilient mindset saw her trek Kokoda in 2012 and walk 860km solo across Spain (The Camino) in June 2019 as he Birthday present to herself, Happy 50th Donna.  The Resilience Movement was created to help you find the tools and the determination to have the life you deserve helping you discover not only resilience beyond contemplation, it's about discovering yourself, and developing self love and self worth creating more trust and belief in yourself to thrive in life, lets face it you only have 1 life make it magical.Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresiliencemovement/Website: www.theresiliencemovement.com.au/ AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: My podcast episode notes may contain affiliate links, if you purchase something through these links you wont pay more, however I may receive a commission which enables me to earn a living, keep the channel going and at times purchase a nice bottle of prosecco to celebrate you awesome listeners.Thank you so much for your support and understanding! I am so very grateful for your support.

What qualifies me to speak on this?I'm single in my 50's,I'm dating,I have tried multiple dating sites,I have had terrible experiences,I have had wonderful experiences and made friends,Ive done the work on my self and healed from my past,I know I am enough, I love myself, I trust myself, I am worthy of the best relationships that 2 people can create.Dating in 2020 is challenging, how do I know this?  Well I'm single and on the dating roller coaster, yes it really can feel like a roller coaster for both men and women. Not only have we had lock downs this year, which meant you haven't been able to go on the typical coffee date, movie or dinner date. You have had to get creative and have Zoom dates and Face time, get to know each other without physically meeting for some in different states.So how do you stay resilient whilst dating, here are some really key ideas to staying true to yourself and keeping your sanity and dignity.Be yourself - If you start out being yourself you re more comfortably and  open and can share yourself and find out more about them. If your photos are current and real you are saying here you are, this is me. Be authentic in the way you speak and describe yourself, what you like, what you don't like and what you want in your future. If you are adventurous then share what that means to you but if you are not adventurous and you are trying to impress this will come out later.Don't be afraid to ask for what you want, if you are sure what you want then maybe its time to take he time and write down what you are looking for and what you need.Learn these 4 beautiful practices;Self Love - I am enough, I am who I am and I accept myself and love myselfSelf Worth - I am worthy, worthy o love, worthy of respect ad worthy of a loving relationshipSelf Trust - I trust my decisions, I listen to my intuition, I do what is right for the greater goodSelf belief - I can do this and I can put myself out there in an authentic way and trust the process DO NOT Tolerate bad behavior and DO NOT behave badly - having boundaries is really important and also understanding what your expectations are for a relationship, friendship or hookup (if that is what you are seeking). Know what your big values are and be real about them, if your main values don't align then their will be conflict, for example if Family is a high value to me but not to the other person that can be an issue (not always) so it needs to be discussed. In my opinion Smoking is bad as it doesn't support health and well-being so I wont even go on a date with a smoker.Be OK with being alone for now, as it's not being alone forever.

Episode #5 with Nathan Hawken - Letting go of the outcomeWe all strive for things, outcomes and hopefully set some audacious goals for our life, career and future success. Sometimes we don't get there and we struggle to understand why we failed or why we just don't have the drive and tenacity to make things happen.I must have 1 Million DollarsI must have this new thingI must be able to get out of bed at 4am as that's what successful people do.But when you ask someone why they must have the THING they often cant answer other than to say that's success. Defining what you want in life is important, setting the goals is necessary and taking action is the key. Then just do what you know is working and let go of the outcome, let go of the obsession and just keep taking the action, you will get there.If you do want a successful business is that really about 1 Million dollars or is it about something bigger than dollars, is it about service, is it about the experience?I hope you enjoy Nathan and his beautiful lesson on letting go of the outcome and getting what you desire.

Healing is all part of the process and acceptance of a situation that you can not change is a path to emotional freedom. Forgiveness can heal everything!This is a very vulnerable look into my own journey as a Mother with a child who has suffered with drug addiction and is now incarcerated potentially for the next 6 years.Nathan Hawken so kindly interviewed me as a way of helping me reach some closure and being able to tell my story so those that need to share feel like they can, so that parent's don't feel alone and siblings can say how they feel. Its a story that may shock or even make you feel uncomfortable, but it's real and I want to share how I am able to love and support my Son through what has been a very challenging time.

Learning to unlearn is not easy but it is possible.Throughout our lives we learn how to do things, how to behave, how to interact, how to do a task, how to parent, how to cook and so much more. We can arrive at a place in our lives where we no longer want to do things a certain way not because it was wrong and sometimes because we realise it doesn't serve us anymore. We then have a conscious awareness we want to change and sometimes we don't know where to start to make the change.As the saying goes "You don't know what you don't know" Relationships, we want them to be more loving, more open and have more intimacy, a greater level of respect and love. If you haven't developed this to the level you want you may have to unlearn some old habits and learn new ways of being.Family, we want more joy and fun and adventure in our family but were never shownBusiness, we don't want to hustle, we want business to be congruent with our goals and be able to be inspired not burned out.Career, to be working in a job that feels inspiring and you are doing what you are passionate about, not just existing for a paycheck or the security because that was learned.

Session 4 of 5 with my guest Nathan HawkenThis was an amazing conversation that Nathan and I had over how you develop a relationship with your unconscious mind. What does this mean and how do we know when we are there?The unconscious mind is an amazing tool and when we can develop a relationship with it we can use this as a tool to lead us into greater awareness, become whole and develop a relationship with both the conscious and unconscious mind.Developing your personal power and being ok with all of you, every part of you and loving you in a truly authentic way. The peace you feel when you live in an authentic was can be the secret key that so many search for and never find as they seek externally not internally.I hope you enjoy.

WARNING – In Today's podcast we are going to talk about death, trauma, suicide and mental health and self care. This podcast may not be for you or this may trigger you in some way so please turn off if this is too much or ensure you have professional support and use your coping tools and self care strategies If you are triggered by this podcast.You may ask yourself why I am talking men's business with Duncan Burns, as a woman, should I be talking about men's business, well as a woman I feel very privileged to be able to interview Duncan Burns so he can talk about men's business and how men are coming together to become stronger and heal, and support the next generation.In this interview you will hear about his life and how he went from being involved with drugs, crime, gangs, violence and anything else that is gang related including him being shot and dying in a gutter until paramedics brought him back to life. This is where the journey began! I am so excited to hear about the work he is doing with young men and programs he is putting together to help change the next generation. Duncan has spent the last few years going within and working on himself to create a better life experience for himself and his beautiful family. Duncan openly shares his experience in men's circles and how they have transformed his life and the lives of many men who get together and share the good, the bad and the ugly. They are vulnerable and supportive and they see how they can heal in a way that is powerful whilst still being masculine. I hope you enjoy this amazing interview and share with other men no matter their age or background, this is for everyone. If you would like to know more from Duncan here is a link to his page Brotherskeeperhttps://www.facebook.com/brotherskeeper45/

Part 3 of 5 Beliefs, how they are formed, and how they shape us.Our beliefs are everything, they are a guide for our life and they are formed at a very young age. Beliefs shape what we do how we live and what we think and can hold us back from our true self. Research shows that our beliefs are formed at different stages and we can identify even if they have been formed pre birth. 0 - 7, 8-14, 15-21 and further research has indicated 22-27 is also an imprint stage. Another way to look at when beliefs are formed is 0-11 Childhood experiences, 12-21 Adolescent Experiences and 21 - today are your Adult Experiences, take a look at these times and ask yourself what beliefs were formed?Beliefs around Family, Money, relationships and so much more is imprinted on us or missing from our beliefs, I am enough and I am worthy are beliefs we form. At times it important to challenge the beliefs that don't serve you and change your beliefs if they don't align with you.As coached both Nathan and I know that beliefs are one of the most important things not only to identify what the belief is, but where and when was this belief created and do they serve me anymore, are they true? Our beliefs can create a STORY!!!!In this episode Nathan gets you to ask yourself some powerful questions to open your awareness, I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did.

Part 2 of our 5 part series with Nathan Hawken and what a conversation it was!You don't want to miss the insights and wisdom that Nathan shares and more importantly the how and the why you should seek help!Are you in a fog?Are you stuck and can't grow?Is your Mental Health suffering in the current climate?Are you struggling to achieve the results you know are possible?I have always reached out to those that can help me get to the next level and achieve my desires, what I know I'm capable of, and especially what I know I deserve to achieve.Life, business, parenting, health and well-being, any or all of this can be challenging and sometimes we don't have all the skills we need to achieve what we desire, sometimes you need advice and strategic help to be able to grow.I loved this quote that Nathan shared from his mentor "What got you here won't get you there" Knowing where to go and who to reach out to can be an obstacle in itself. Resonating with the right person who has the skill set you don't, is really important to achieving the results you want. We don't know what we don't know, an outside source can help you see things from a different perspective.I am so grateful for my guests and Nathan always leaves me feeling so excited and inspired.

 Listen to some great advice from Danielle and Jimmy as they talk about life throwing curve-balls and creating the life of freedom they have always desired. After living a life of trading time for money and money for time and then going on to creating a balance for the future, ensuring their family stays strong in times of great adversity. I loved it when Danielle talked about mindful musings, a practice she has shared with their children to be able to express themselves and understand their emotions when they go through difficult times.Home schooling and how that puts a strain on families, Danielle put her foot down and took the pressure of her Son, making it OK if you don't get it all done. Being able to take a breath in the school holidays to re group and learn from what has passed. Jimmy openly talks about being made redundant for the 4th time in his working life and making the decision to join Danielle in their online business, create a laptop lifestyle so they can travel and enjoy the freedom of working from anywhere in the world.I loved their definition of what it means to be resilient and how you can build a family unit to be stronger in times of challenge and change. Sharing great tips like being vulnerable, talking about it all no matter how uncomfortable and not blaming the other person, I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed interviewing them both, Thank you Jimmy and Danielle it was a please to have you on the podcast.

In this 5 part series we are going to share such some really powerful tools and insights.Nathan talks to us about mindfulness, awakening your consciousness and healing. As a very successful Coach he shares his insights into the journey of self discovery and going inward to discover your true self. We openly discuss challenges in life and how if we sit with the challenge and go inside though mindfulness and meditation we can heal.  Doing the work can open up possibilities to greater wisdom, self love and self fulfillment. We discuss why it is important to practice self care and gratitude instead of seeking external stimulation that can be taken away from you. Discovering that this journey is continuous and can be the most rewarding discovery you can make. 

Imagine the life where you get to choose how your day will go, no matter what external events are happening and no matter what other people think is possible. What if you could just create joy and happiness in your life through a practice of gratitude.Have you ever woken up just thinking this is going to be a bad day and one thing after another went wrong? I am certain we have all experienced that and then you get to the end of the day and say "that was one hell of a day" Well did you know the opposite is also possible?"The Magic" is a book written by Rhonda Byrne the Author of The Secret, this is a 28 day practice that can change your life forever. In this episode I talk about my practice of gratitude that I have done for over a decade and I can tell you it is a beautiful practice that brings more peace, joy and happiness into your life not matter what is happening around you.Simply go to bed and tell your self 3 things you are grateful for, and when you wake before your feet hit the ground say Thank you, thank you, thank you for 3 things, it will change your life for the better.

Creating new habits can be a positive change in your life, these habits can be health, financial, relationship, and can lead to starting your personal growth journey. In this podcast I give some really good examples of how my 4 year old grandson can create new habits with the right direction and support. So it is totally possible for all of us to create new habits that support the things we desire more to enhance our lives.When you identify what habit you want to bring into your life you can then set a plan to start consciously changing it till it becomes an unconscious habit, like brushing your teeth."We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit." - Aristotle

WARNING – In Today's podcast we are going to talk about death, loss OF A LOVED ONE, suicide and mental health and self care. This podcast may not be for you or this may trigger you in some way so please turn off if this is too much or ensure you have support and use your coping tools and self care strategies If you are triggered by this podcast.I met Emma back in September 2017 when she attended my Training Company to do a course, she said "I just needed to do something" and here we are in 2020 and Emma is now completing 3 more Cert IV qualifications so she can help those in the community at risk.Emma shares how Jamie was involved with drugs and gangs and how this life looked lavish on the outside but was very different on the inside. After Jamie was incarcerated Emma shares how he was never the same, jail changed him so profoundly and his mental health spiraled out of control. As we continue to talk about what Emma was going through it's so very apparent how much she struggled with the loss of Jamie after he took his own life. Emma describes feeling numb and watching the world keep moving around her even though she felt numb and unable to go on.We talk about what changed for Emma when she sat by the ocean as the sun came up and something inside told her their is more to life and its time to move on and start a journey, "I don't know what that is but I just have to do something". And so began hope and with the support of family and friends Emma started to do the work. Self Love, Self Care and just the idea of hope can change the world. I am so grateful for Emma's Courage and vulnerability in this podcast and I hope that it reaches those that need it most.If you would like to give us feedback or suggest a topic for our podcast please go to our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theresiliencemovement and direct message me.Remember to subscribe and share our podcast as you never know who this could support.

Azofra - GranonNot a long day today but I had the privilege of being able to visit the Cathedral in Santo Domingo and it was so beautiful that pictures can not do this justice. 

Navarrete - AzofraOh another wonderful day with Coffee at Ventosa and lunch by the river at Najera. It is truly amazing to walk through such history and beauty and enjoy the Spanish cuisine. Its a little hard to get used to not seeing many people after lunch as they all enjoy the siesta.If you don't say Buen Camino a hundred times a day its not a normal day.  

We are all just walking each other home, this is something that was said to me by Rosie and I will never forget how this felt to really understand. Rosie has been a significant influence in my journey over the past few years and we also have both walked The Camino, I cant wait to share some really powerful insights and tools with you in this episode.Understanding your journey through pain and adversity can bring you to a point in your life where you better understand your life's purpose. Having the courage to discover who you are and what you really want from life is an extremely powerful place to be. In my interview with Rosie she will share some of her journey through adversity and becoming more resilient, overcoming disease and how this year can be a blessing and provided great opportunities especially for those that can see opportunity in times of uncertainty. Through her Rise and Thrive program Rosie helps women around the world not only discover them self, they Rise above adversity and Thrive in their wholeness.

I am so excited to have my guest Todd Clarke join us for a catch up. As a fellow podcaster I was interested to hear about how his podcasting journey evolved especially "Men talking over Beer" and the other people involved in making this podcast come to life. Todd and I have known each other since Kindergarten where we remember Miss Tanner and through Primary School with Mr Thompson, here we get to catch up after 33 years of adventures, trials and tribulations.I love hearing about other peoples life journey and especially loved hearing Todd's  perspective on life considering he has survived a stroke and come out the other end loving life and living more joyfully. Todd shares his philosophy on how someone is always worse off than you. I totally agree!

Viana to NavarreteSo sad to leave Viana, I could totally live there, its also a place where they do the running of the bulls through the streets.Im walking today with an upset stomach so something I ate is not agreeing with me. The walk must go on and we are off to Navarrete. Walking through acres of  Vineyards and whilst the elevations isn't that high its really hot today so im not pushing it and that allows me to enjoy the scenery and just walk at a comfortable pace.Arriving at Navarrete it's in the afternoon and of course its siesta time so nothing is open. I need to get some soap and make sure i get my washing done. for 3 euro I can have my washing done and I hang this out. Argh 4 flights of stairs to get to my bed for the night.We also share a communal dinner and meet a couple of new people also staying here.Buen Camino

Los Arcos to VianaWalking along the Misetta is easy walking but long roads in the heat so you need to make sure you are drinking lots of fluids and taking breaks.Walking though beautiful places such as Sansol and along the way you find little stalls set up where you can donate and get some more refreshments if you need them. You also get your credentials stamped and have a look at the amazing rock formations people who have walked contribute to. There is a monument that people add their own memento as a tribute  to someone they have lost. It really is very heartbreaking as you know they were relatives and friends that are doing the Camino to remember and honor.About 5km out of Viana I met Rosemary and Michael who were also stopping at Viana and they invited me to stay at the church with them, we went and had a nice beer together before arriving at one of the most beautiful places I have seen and the church is breathtaking.A Shower, off to the service and then to share a communal dinner together. We also met an 85 year old man who was walking the Camino, now that was truly impressive.

Villatuerta to Los ArcosDrinking from my pilgrims shell at Fuente da Vino was a really beautiful experience and you can choose red wine from the fountain on the right and water from the fountain on the left, oh well maybe, I think, oh dear maybe you should not drink at 10am.I stopped at a workshop and seeing the amazing creations of a blacksmith in the village left me in awe and amazement at his skills.With only 7km to go I had to dig deep as my feet hurt but that's to be expected on a journey that I am absolutely loving every part of.The Albergue at Los Arcos was very big and full so it was a juggle for showers and you had to leave your boots at the front door, again a moment of trust.

Muruzabal to VillatuertaThis day was such an easy day of just walking and enjoying, what else can I say other than when you were hungry you always found food and when you were thirsty water fountains always appeared.I have established I am a day to a day and a half behind where I should be but that's ok as I am enjoying the journey and meeting amazing people along the way. I stayed at a place cal La Casa Magica and i shared a meal with some lovely other trekkers who spoke English so no google translator required.I remember waking up as I thought a rude young man was having a loud conversation with someone in the middle of the night, turns out he was talking in his sleep, oh the joys of shared accommodation.

Pamplona to Puente La ReinaThsi was my first wet day and as I trekked out at 7 am it was time to pull out all the gear and get going. Even though it was a wet day and I was walking in a lot of mud this was one of my best days so far. The vineyards were amazing and being tended to and the sites were amazing as usual, i just seemed to be in awe every moment.36,166 steps and 22.98km and walking up to the peak of Alto del Perdon which was such an amazing place to visit and see the scenery for miles. We were 2950ft up and it was certainly cold and windy but you can see how many people have been touched by the way as they have left their mark with rocks that looked like mushrooms my Mum said.Here is a brief video https://youtu.be/mXnWLUG6KCs 

Zabaldika to PamplonaThis was a really short day as I listened to my body and was able to take some time to feel better. After finding a massage therapy studio across from my accommodation  I took advantage of what was on offer and had a leg and foot massage, it was the best decision. Later that day I was able to enjoy the sites of Pamplona and some lovely food and wine before getting a good nights sleep and starting my journey again the next day.

All things self care and meditation as an Entrepreneur in the current climate.OH WOW what a fabulous interview with Joy Reynolds and Kevin McNamara. Currently building up a new and exciting business that allows them to travel and earn whilst they live a life of freedom. We all want to know how to make the dream becoming a reality.I was so excited to ask some really great questions that I know, you as a listener will be curious about. What advice would you give your 20 year old self? what an opportunity if your in your 20's or 30's then you want to hear what they have to say.As a small business owner and Entrepreneur how has the Corona virus and lock-down effected you both in your life, wow to hear how this has been a blessing and that they have used the opportunity to develop skills, create meditations programs and use this time for the better is a clear indication of resilience. Joy reminds us about listening to your intuition and Kevin wants you to get out of your comfort zone. You won't be disappointed so take the time to tune in and have a notepad ready to go (unless you are in the car)

Day 3 - Casa Rural - ZabaldikaIt was a very hot day today and I stopped many times to rest my feet in a stream and sit in how I was feeling. I was tired and my feet hurt but this was an incredible feeling of freedom and leaving all the tings that were weighing me down behind me.Even at day 3 I felt like it was going to fast and I wanted the journey to slow down so i can breathe. I had already walked almost 100km and it felt so surreal to be doing this journey.After walking more than 26km I found myself at this amazing Church at Zabaldika up a steep driveway, after getting freshened up and resting for a while we shared a meal and a wonderful blessing in the church where we shared our stories of why we are walking The Camino.

Hola,  today was just beautiful  but only a short day as I am still very sore and tired from my walk of fire day  1.Stopping at an Albergue, Amatxielsa and sharing a meal with other Pilgrims was so great, some from Minnesota in the US and others from Illinois. Walking along the way I discover fresh running streams and stop to sit in there and rest my feet, walking through Zubiri was amazing as the bridge and the village was so beautiful and clean. It was nice to stop at a Cafe and get a coffee and fresh croissant  (oh the croissants were mouth watering).I'm looking forward to good res  and a new day exploiting along The Way.

My Camino 2019 is the journey I took for my 50th Birthday . On the 1st June 2019 I embarked on the journey of a lifetime and walked 860km across Spain. Over the next 33 episodes I will share with you my journey, the challenges and the amazing experiences I had as I walked alone, but never alone.St Jean Pied de Port - RoncesvallesDay 1 was called the walk of fire and anyone who tracks their steps will understand 50,700  32.5km and 6442 calories burned. After 7 hours and 32 minutes of walking I was wrecked and didn't know how I was going to get up and walk the next day.As I walk through the pyrenees and experienced the most spectacular scenery that I can recall ever seeing in all my years on this earth. The beauty as you walk and see the snow on the peaks of the mountains is something that keeps you moving along "The Way"

I am so excited to have a guest with me today, Ron Chowanetz and we are going to get into a great discussion on what Ron does as a Business Equipment Broker but also how he has been dealing with the current climate. We are also going to talk about resilience and why this is so important in business and life.We are now in unprecedented times and as a small business owner we have to not only think outside the square but we have to navigate changes that no one has ever experienced. Government support comes with criteria and you have to be able to navigate the Job keeper program and putting loans on hold for a short period and then how do you bounce back when you doors had to close.Ron talks about the impact it had on him witnessing his clients go through a tremendously difficult time and make some decisions that impact their family, teams, suppliers, contractors. The snowball effect of Covid-19 will never be forgotten.I hope you enjoy listening.PS: we had some technical glitches so I apologise for a little static throughout this episode.

The feeling of gratitude can bring a sense of peace or joy but gratitude can never bring you anger. Having a gratitude practice doesn't have to be complicated it can be as simple as thinking about 3 things you are grateful for before you go to bed at night and wake up and say thank you for something.Having a journal that you write in can help you keep a daily practice of being grateful for what we do have rather than being focused on what you don't have. In this episode I talk about how I brought a gratitude practice into my life back in 2009. My practice of waking up and being thankful before I check my phone or do anything else.  Thank you for the good nights sleep, thank you for the warm blankets and thank you for the home that keeps me safe. It doesn't have to be complicated just simply gratitude and you can always find something.Being grateful will change your perspective as no matter how little we have we have things and experiences to be grateful for. When you are in gratitude you can not be Angry, resentful or Sad. Enjoy, I am grateful that you are listening.

In this episode I talk about how you can develop your awareness and live a more conscious life, saying yes to those things that you are excited about and saying NO when you need to. Stop worrying about what other people think of you and start to live your best life.Using a new mantra "Your opinion of me is none of my business"Think of the analogy of driving a car, you don't stay looking in the rear vision mirror you glance in their occasionally to check on your progress. If you kept looking behind you (in the past) you would crash. Look to the future and build a great awareness of what you really want in life and set about to have your best life.Ask yourself - If you were truly happy and had everything you desire what would that be like, how would you feel, and what would you be doing differently?What would it look likeHow would you feel and What would you see

In this episode I have a guest Stephanie Cox, she is my middle daughter and age 27 she has been blessed with a son Tristan who was born in December 2015. At age 2 and a half he was officially diagnosed with Non Verbal Autism level 3 (ASD). This was after a noticeable decline in his speech and his motor skills. In this episode Stephanie speaks openly about what it was like to identify that something wasn't right and the blame that was felt as a parent and how the process works in obtaining a diagnosis. We also discuss some of the day to day challenges that are faced for parents with children who have Autism. Some of the amazing milestones that Tristan has reached and will continue to reach with all of the hard work that goes in to parenting.Stephanie also talks about some of the support resources she uses and we discuss a typical shopping expedition and the challenges from the stares of people who don't understand to having to settle meltdowns in the isles. I hope you enjoy this episode.

I find it really interesting that we service our cars and we do regular maintenance on our computers and upgrade our phones operating system but we neglect to do the work to make us the best version of ourselves.In this episode I talk about some simple steps to do the work and develop a tool bag of resources that we can use to obtain more peace and become happier, more joyful and take control of whats right for you.Get enough sleep, eat good food, take a walk in nature, do some meditation, increase your mindfulness and go to bed thinking about what you are grateful for so you can be do and have more.

Emotional Resilience - one's ability to adapt to stressful situations or in times of crises, and what we are all going through now is very challenging and sometimes very overwhelming. Not knowing when this will end or how we will recover brings about many more difficulties. In times such as these we need to build our emotional resilience and help others build theirs. Building emotional resilience doesn't have to be this big overwhelming task, it can happen with a few easy steps that are made consistently to support your well being and coming out the other end of adversity more equipped to deal with what life has in store.Journal, self care, connecting with others, walking in nature, random acts of kindness.In this podcast I share a few easy tools and how you can implement them and also the importance of sharing these tools with generations that follow so we can have a stronger, kinder more connected universe.

We are currently in unprecedented times and many people are facing job loss and financial hardship. I want to be able to give you some ideas so you can find your own opportunities to move forward.If you have to work from home or you want to get started on that dream, this podcast is for you. Some of the key topics I will be discussing are:- Set yourself up to be as productive as possible- Don't let FEAR hold you back from what you really desire- Brain storm your ideas with trusted people, not the dream stealers- Don't let technology hold you back from getting started, i'm here to help. Technology can empower us to do things we could never do before and reach people we would never have been able to reach.- Stay predominantly in the Circle of Influence not the circle of Concern, in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, habit 1 be proactive. Steve Covey describes how proactive people focus their energy on the Circle of Influence and reactive people focus their energy on the Circle of Concern.