In this episode we look at the Cognitive Distortion of Blaming and Under-responsibility. I talk about how this can be absolutely life changing to notice in your life and how it will impact every single area of your life. I’m talking social life, personal relationships, family, friendships, career, money mindset - everything! Previous episodes discussed: Ep 30 - Choose you! Create your own happiness - how to take responsibility for you! Ep 42 - the version of me you have created in your mind is n...
Mar 17, 2021•26 min
In this weeks Mindset Series episode we are looking at the Cognitive Distortion - Personalisation. I talk about how this can affect the way that you feel, your relationships and your perspective on the world. I touch on how things like Social Media play into our Personalisation and I also look at the 4 things that you can control and how this plays a big impact in how you can move through Personalisation a lot quicker
Mar 03, 2021•19 min
In today’s episode I explain the Cognitive Distortion which is Jumping To Conclusions. We look at how recognising Jumping To Conclusions in your life can reduce big feelings like stress and anxiety and can have a positive impact on your relationships and thoughts. The biggest takeaway from today’s episode? It’s not all about you! And today’s recommendation, the good old vinegar and bicarb soda trick for some non-toxic and super cheap cleaning hacks!
Feb 16, 2021•18 min
Today’s episode is a special one because rather than looking at a thinking pattern and how it affects our lives in a holistic way we are deep diving into how this cognitive distortion is directly related to feeling anxious which can also flow into depression. I break down what Catastrophising (or Magnifying) is, some examples that you might recognise in your life and also 2 of the most effective ways to move through this thinking pattern so that you can feel less worried and less anxious. Plus, ...
Feb 03, 2021•27 min
Week 3 of the Mindset Series where I break down another Cognitive Distortion for you. This week, we look at Confirmation Bias. How are you actively buying into your own perspectives every single day and how does things like social media and the internet play into this as well? Plus this weeks recommendation: the Beauty IQ Podcast and YouTube channel
Jan 26, 2021•25 min
In today’s episode we discuss the Cognitive Bias that is Black or White Thinking. Also known in psychology as Splitting. Also today’s recommendations - Trello and Notion for life organisation
Jan 19, 2021•20 min
At the core of CBT and NLP, this episode covers the 3 overarching Cognitive Distortions - learn about generalising, distorting and deleting and how these thinking patterns affect every single aspect of your life. How you think, how you feel, your opinions and perspectives, even the relationships in your life.
Jan 12, 2021•17 min
Welcome to the Mindset Series - each week for the next 15 weeks I am going to run you through a different cognitive distortion, or mindset pattern, that could be causing you to feel stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated, even disappointed in yourself and others. But before we dive in, let’s talk about exactly what cognitive distortions are
Jan 10, 2021•13 min
In this episode we talk all about reactive behaviours. What are they? How do you notice them coming up for you? And also how you can go deeper to stop them from happening! You are going to be able to pinpoint your triggers and deepen every single relationship in your life...workplace, romantic, friends, family, even your relationship with yourself. This week’s recommendations are ‘The Outspoken Podcast’ for all things pop culture and reality TV / influencers and also ‘Casefile’ podcast for somet...
Nov 09, 2020•24 min
An extension of the most popular podcast episode to date, and the biggest question we can ask ourselves - Who am I? To help you get more clear on this, today we dive into values: - What are values? - How your values shape you as a person and how you feel day to day - What you can be doing to live in alignment with your values to feel more like yourself. There’s 5 different activities you can do to pinpoint your values and they are all easy and actionable today! Plus, today’s recommendation - Gir...
Oct 26, 2020•29 min
Connection - it’s one of our 6 psychological needs. As humans, our need for connection to self and to others is one of our drivers for what we do, say and feel every single day. So it’s time to stop wasting time with the surface level questions like ‘How are you?’ And also the surface level responses ‘Good thanks’ or ‘So busy!’ But how? I have 11 different responses you could answer with, plus the feelings wheel to help you go deep. There’s also 10 different questions you can ask other than ‘How...
Oct 19, 2020•26 min
What is something you want to achieve? And what’s stopping you from getting there? Let’s dive into radical responsibility and call yourself out of excuses that have been coming up that are getting in your own way! It’s time to step up and live the life you want to live!
Oct 12, 2020•28 min
How have you been feeling lately? In this episode we talk about how you can move past your excuses and get out of a funk. But there’s a difference...there are easy, simple things that you can be doing TODAY. We’re not talking about big actions that take hours out of your day. Let’s make this easy and accessible for you right now with these 10 tips. Other episodes mentioned: Ep 8 - Stop cancelling on yourself. Ep 12 - Don’t roll your eyes at a morning routine. Ep 14 - Not every day is a good day,...
Sep 13, 2020•45 min
Your exclusive sneak peek into the first half of the Creating Connection and Intimacy workshop that I ran with my clients last month. Let’s talk about: - the different levels of connection - the relationships in your life that can benefit from deeper connection - how intimacy and connection are related - the myth of intimacy - some roadblocks or life excuses that have been coming up for you that get in the way of connection - why your relationship with YOURSELF is just as important as any other ...
Aug 17, 2020•43 min
Comparison is a common thing for our brain to do. But how often are you setting expectation on yourself or your body and what you ‘should’ be able to do...mentally, physically and emotionally. What are some different types of comparison you might notice coming up and how can you actually stop comparison in its tracks!?
Aug 09, 2020•50 min
I reflect on and share my experiences through my first trimester of pregnancy - from being kind to yourself and being okay with slowing down to morning sickness and prenatal anxiety / depression. I discuss my raw and real version of the first 12 weeks and share my top 10 tips to feel good!
Aug 02, 2020•52 min
How often do you say things like ‘Sorry I’m late’ ‘Sorry for crying’ or ‘Sorry I cant make it’. In a world filled with apologising and starting conversations off on the back foot, bring this 1 hack in to create connection, appreciation and gratitude! This weeks recommendations theme is TV and shows! Binge worthy: The Bold Type and Schitts Creek Reality: Below Deck and Bachelor In Paradise Documentary: The Call To Courage and I Am Not Your Guru
Jul 12, 2020•26 min
A quote from the Girls Gotta Eat Podcast when they interviewed Beatrice Dixon that really struck me this week that I just had to talk about. We dive into what this quote means, what you have been living in your head about or giving energy to and how you can take more control over your life. Taking responsibility, taking action and living a life that you actually want to live. We touch on body image, self esteem, self confidence, nutrition, interactions with others and the label of being ‘busy’. ...
Jul 01, 2020•26 min
So you know that the seasons change, but how does that affect your body? What about your mood? We look at how life has changed over thousands of years and what the fall back of being so ‘on’ all the time can be. We also talk about when is the best time to be busy, productive and motivated.
Jun 17, 2020•23 min
Just because someone else is going through something hard, doesn’t take away from the hard in your life. Let’s look at really leaning in to honouring where you are right now. Whether it’s work, study, friendships, children, a relationship, body image, exercise, nourishing your body, motivation...there’s so many aspects of life that can, at times, feel hard. Maybe you feel anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated, disappointed, resentful, flat or down. Let’s look at some strategies to move thro...
Jun 08, 2020•29 min
A question has been sent through on Instagram for our episode this week: How do I start prioritising myself before my business? Great question! I’ve got 3 questions for you to consider and a powerful mindset change: - How do you feel when you over prioritise work and be the ‘yes person’? - What is your reactive behaviour when you over prioritise and say yes to things like answering calls outside of hours, reply to emails straight away, doing overtime when you don’t feel like it? How does this re...
Jun 03, 2020•23 min
What is your identity? How to you define yourself? What are the ways that you would describe yourself? We look at all of these in today's episode. Big and small life changes are happening in your life every day. From big things like a worldwide pandemic, moving house, losing a job or a relationship ending to smaller things like friendships shifting, changes in diet and moving your body differently. We accept toddlers outbursts because they are growing and developing, we accept adolescents behavi...
May 21, 2020•34 min
A question was sent through on Facebook last week - ‘Hi Ami, I am really enjoying your podcast. I look forward to them every week. Could you do a podcast on how to stop comparing yourself to everyone. I am really struggling with this’ So in this episode we look at how you can: Recognise comparison and expectations Be aware so when and where it comes it for you Disconnect from thoughts Implement tools and mindset changes to feel more empowered, confident in yourself and proud....
May 07, 2020•35 min
Whether you’re a seasoned working from home pro or this is something new to you, this episode is for you! We discuss 9 tips to create the environment you want, sticking to your boundaries and cultivating energy and gratitude to feel productive and like you’re actually achieving instead of bored and procrastinating - with actionable takeaways for you to start changing up today.
Apr 27, 2020•44 min
I get it...you feel off. Maybe you don’t feel like yourself lately. Covid-19 has a lot of our routines and days looking different to what they normally would and maybe you’re starting to notice that your motivation to do the things that make you feel good is lacking. I have a secret for you. It’s not about motivation! Let’s talk about the difference between motivation and discipline and let’s dive deep into mindset changes and activities that can actually help you to take action today and get yo...
Apr 20, 2020•26 min
Can money really buy you happiness? Is life about the materialistic things? And just what is hedonic happiness? We dive deep into a topic that could change the way you spend your money forever! With Declan Edwards, founder of BU Coaching
Apr 13, 2020•26 min
There’s no denying that there’s a sense of change in the air. The energy is shifting and for a lot of us, our routines and days like quite different to what they did just a few weeks ago. I get it. Change, uncertainty and lack of routine can suck. It feels weird and uncomfortable and sometimes stressful and overwhelming. Let’s look at 3 tips to shift your mindset and a valuable language change. There’s an activity for you to do - so grab a pen and paper!
Apr 04, 2020•36 min
Your instagram questions take over this episode! I answer: How do I stop being so stressed? I can't be bother to go to the gym, but I want to lose weight! Help! I hate my job I'm exhausted ALL THE TIME How do I make my story covers on instagram? I love your podcast! What are your top tips for public speaking? I need help getting myself motivated to be fit and healthy - I struggle so hard Co-dependancy How do I set boundaries and stick to them?
Mar 09, 2020•48 min
A bonus episode for you this week on healing through a breakup. On this day 4 years ago I was supposed to be getting married to my ex. Breakups are weird because they feel so heavy and hard but also at times exciting and refreshing. There’s so many different emotions, so how do you navigate through and come out the other side the best version of you? Listen in for my top 5 tips and favourite 3 book recommendations to help you through.
Mar 04, 2020•36 min
Today’s episode is based around a quote I saw last week ‘Throw away the idea that you have to be fully healed to be in a loving relationship with a great partner. We normally come together with unresolved issues because healing simply takes time. The couples who shine with harmony are the ones who commit to healing/growing together.’ We’ve all heard that advice... ‘You need to love yourself and be healed from past relationships for your next one to work.’ But is that really true? What does being...
Mar 02, 2020•30 min
