In this episode, Lisa explains why simplifying will be a core theme in the Small Steps membership for 2018, and why meaningful change won't happen in an environment of chaos and overwhelm. She talks about saying no, stripping back, and dropping unrealistic expectations of ourselves. The doors to the Small Steps Membership are open for a short time. See all the details here Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and ...
Nov 30, 2017•11 min
In this episode Lisa and Nick discuss the challenges of adapting the household rhythm now they both work from home, and how Lisa had to let go of needing things to be done a certain way. Join the free 5 day Breakfast Challenge here. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Nov 21, 2017•18 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about the importance of a wholefoods breakfast - upgrading everyday foods, experimenting, and taking Small Steps to create sustainable change. Join the free 5 day Breakfast Challenge here: http://smallstepsliving.com/breakfast-challenge Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Nov 15, 2017•13 min
In this episode, Lisa talks to Jen Shaw of Emerge Toowoomba about helping disengaged kids turn their lives around with a crowdfunded food van project, and how her toughest times created her biggest strength. For all the details and to support the Emerge program click here: https://chuffed.org/project/emerge-for-toowoomba-youth Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appre...
Nov 09, 2017•31 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about the importance of finding space to do nothing. She shares how she dealt with the thoughts that pushed her to get moving again, and the steps she took to truly stop. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Nov 02, 2017•12 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about one of the best pieces of advice she's been given, and how it's changed the way she moves through life. She shares her thoughts on how we can push through the negative thoughts that start to crop up when we're changing the way we do things, and becoming our best and most authentic selves. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciate...
Oct 26, 2017•11 min
In this episode, Lisa talks to nutritional medicine practitioner Jo Atkinson about ways that mums can keep themselves well while their children are sick, rather than giving themselves over to stress and worry. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Oct 19, 2017•36 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about her family's arrival in Melbourne; creating space for yourself during times of stress and overwhelm, and leaning into trust that hard seasons will give way to better ones. To check out Lisa's upcoming webinar on getting more "me time", click here: http://smallstepsliving.com/me-time/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=newepisode&utm_campaign=ssbtywebinar1710 Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it wi...
Oct 10, 2017•28 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about the process of moving her family interstate, back to her hometown. She shares how she managed that process, the things it brought up for her and her family, and some takeaways that you can apply to your own life - whether you're coming up to a big physical shift in your life, or simply wanting to see big inner change. Join the declutter challenge here: http://smallstepsliving.com/declutter-challenge/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone ...
Oct 05, 2017•26 min
I'm running my declutter challenge again - so let's rewind back to episode 36, and chat about how decluttering your mental, emotional and physical spaces can make a huge difference to your life. Join the declutter challenge here: http://smallstepsliving.com/declutter-challenge/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=rewindepisode&utm_campaign=declutter1709 Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of...
Sep 26, 2017•14 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about the importance of clearing space for yourself and your needs so you can thrive, rather than just survive, as a parent and woman in a fast-paced and overwhelming world. Register for the Replace Online Time with Me Time webinar here: http://smallstepsliving.com/me-time/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Jul 18, 2017•17 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about reducing clutter and overwhelm - in your physical, mental and emotional spaces. Find out more about the Declutter Challenge here: http://smallstepsliving.com/declutter-challenge/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Jul 06, 2017•14 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about a lesson she learned from her son about how small wins can make a big difference; the way our self talk changes when we can identify and celebrate areas where we're rocking it. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Jun 27, 2017•10 min
Since 2005 Allison Davies has been running a private practice in both clinical and community settings in the areas of early childhood intervention, special educational needs, autism spectrum disorder, juvenile detention, youth engagement, mental health, aged care, palliative care, dementia care, perinatal care and speech-rehabilitation. Oh My Musical Goodness was born in 2007 as a complimentary platform for this practice. A way of bringing education and resources to caregivers, and helping paren...
Jun 21, 2017•52 min
Jo Atkinson is a nutrition medicine practitioner, and passionate about seeing families and communities learn more about what our bodies need to thrive. She saw a huge transformation in the overall wellness of her own children when she started moving away from packaged, processed food - and now guides other people through that same journey. You can book a free 20 minute consult with Jo here: https://wholefamilywellness.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?appointmentType=3318634 Download the food an...
Jun 14, 2017•52 min
In this episode, Small Steps Living member Jane Davis talks to Lisa about how small changes have made a huge difference to her children's health and moods; and how if you're obsessing about food, you're wasting energy that you could be spending on having an awesome life. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Jun 06, 2017•26 min
In this episode, Lisa and Nick talk about the power of a simple hug (as part of a challenge given to the Small Steps Living members) - to reduce stress and create a sense of unity in your relationship(s). Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
May 30, 2017•12 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about investing in your own personal development; how saying "yes" to the scary things is what helps us to grow. She talks about the difference it makes when we're kind to each other, and ourselves - finding supportive spaces where we can grow, expand, and decide to really commit to living a life with passion and purpose. Find out more about Small Steps Back to You here: http://smallstepsliving.com/back-to-you/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know som...
May 23, 2017•21 min
In this episode, Lisa talks to Mel Kettle about her new project Just as Juicy - aimed at encouraging people to start talking about menopause and perimenopause, and to really educate themselves about the changes happening in their bodies during this time. You can connect with Mel at www.justasjuicy.com, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/justasjuicy/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful ...
May 16, 2017•44 min
In this episode, Small Stepper Karen Hamilton talks about how she learned to connect with her baby as a single parent, donating a kidney to her husband (!), and how keeping things simple and kind has changed her relationship with food. You can find out more about the Small Steps Living membership here: http://smallstepsliving.com/ssl Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatl...
May 02, 2017•45 min
In this episode, Gemma from the Small Steps Membership community talks about her journey with food - from weight loss programs that hurt more than they helped, to leaky gut, to discovering how much stress can impact your digestive system. Want to learn more about the Small Steps Membership? Check it out here: http://smallstepsliving.com/ssl/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would b...
May 01, 2017•38 min
In this episode, Claire Cameron from the Small Steps community talks about her journey from PCOS diagnosis to pregnancy. She discusses food, natural therapies (including acupuncture, TCM and chiropractic), exploring your options, and figuring out what's right for you and your body. You can learn more about the Small Steps Membership here: http://smallstepsliving.com/ssl/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a ...
Apr 27, 2017•42 min
In this episode, Valeska Waldron from the Small Steps Membership talks about family life, and her journey dealing with anxiety - those thoughts that start out small, and then snowball into a space of perfectionism and self-doubt. She talks about some of the strategies she's used, and the small steps she's taken to help her deal with this - including changing her approach to food. You can find out more about the Small Steps Membership here: http://smallstepsliving.com/ssl/ Continue your conversat...
Apr 26, 2017•37 min
In this episode, Lisa interviews one of the members of the Small Steps Living community. Renee Wallace is a mother and bowel cancer survivor, who shares her insights on how a life threatening illness can change your priorities, and how important it is to know what is normal and right for your own body - and taking action if you notice a change. You can connect with Renee and find out more about her journey here: http://reneewrites.net/ And you can get on the waitlist for the next round of the Sm...
Apr 19, 2017•31 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about the diet and wellness industries; the well-meaning advice that can hurt more than it helps, the overwhelm, the pressure to do the "right" thing. She talks about her own research and experience around food and nutrition, and her philosophy that everybody is different, and needs to find their own path back to eating real, whole foods. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty...
Mar 28, 2017•29 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about how easy it is to judge ourselves, and feel judged by others - for how we eat, how we parent, how we look, how we live. She shares her thoughts and strategy around losing that fear of judgement, and unashamedly being your most authentic self. Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who would love this episode? Share it with them here (um, and a hefty handful of stars would be greatly appreciated!)...
Mar 21, 2017•12 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about the power of the kitchen or dining room table as a place to really connect and interact with your family; to share conversations and experiences as you share food. Blog posts mentioned in this episode: http://smallstepsliving.com/an-island-bench-has-changed-my-life/ http://smallstepsliving.com/the-power-of-connection-and-the-kitchen-table/ Learn more about the Small Steps Membership here: http://smallstepsliving.com/ssl/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on S...
Mar 14, 2017•14 min
In this episode, Lisa talks about one of her takeaways from an event with Danielle LaPorte, and the resulting conversation around it within the Small Steps Membership. She talks about how creating boundaries around your time, space and energy and then ensuring you stick to them can give you the freedom to become your most awesome self. You can find out more about the Small Steps Membership here: http://smallstepsliving.com/ssl/ Continue your conversation with Lisa on Substack Know someone who wo...
Mar 07, 2017•11 min
In this episode, Lisa revisits a live video on Facebook where she talked about the challenge of wanting to feed your family whole foods, while simultaneously wanting them to be able to participate in and enjoy a culture that doesn't always meet that standard (like buying a cookie from the local shop, or buying treats at the movies with your friends). You can view more of Lisa's live videos about food, motherhood, life and business here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/LisaCorduff1/videos/ Her progra...
Mar 01, 2017•18 min
In this episode, Lisa is joined by her husband Nick for a conversation about the importance of recognition; of seeing and appreciating what they each contribute to keep a busy household running. They talk about the emotions and situations that cause us to reach out for recognition, and how we can learn to ask for that without resentment or anger. This episode is brought to you by Small Steps to Wholefoods - open for registration for one week only, starting today (Thursday 23rd February). Learn m...
Feb 22, 2017•19 min
