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Are you an aggressive, passive, passive-aggressive, or assertive listener?As part of our foray into Podcasting, Michele ...
20/06/2026

Are you an aggressive, passive, passive-aggressive, or assertive listener?

As part of our foray into Podcasting, Michele and I went to an in-person business networking lunch yesterday, and the main speaker was Leah Mether.

She was fantastic.

Funny, engaging, practical, and very easy to listen to.

Her topic was communication, and one of the handouts included a quiz to help us identify our go-to communication style.

I thought I knew mine, but after doing the quiz, I realised something quite powerful.

I have changed. Not perfectly and not completely.

There are still things I would like to improve.

But I could see that I am no longer the person I used to be when it comes to communication.

I ask for help when I need it.
I say no with confidence.
I am more likely to pause and respond, rather than react.

And honestly, that felt like a big little moment.

Because so often we focus on how far we still have to go.

We forget to look back and say:
“Actually, I have grown.”
That matters.

Leah also donated her speaker fee to a local organisation, which I thought was such a generous thing to do.

And I loved that she proudly talks about being based in Gippsland. It made me feel proud too.

We really do have so much talent, heart, and wisdom in our own backyard.

What about you?

Would you say your natural communication style is passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, or assertive?

And has it changed over the years?

Podcast recording day! 🎙️I thought I was so fancy.I had 3 webcams connected to a powered USB hub. I was using OBS to swi...
13/06/2026

Podcast recording day! 🎙️
I thought I was so fancy.
I had 3 webcams connected to a powered USB hub. I was using OBS to switch between the shots. I had even added my Stream Deck so all I had to do was push the buttons.
And the funny thing is, that part actually worked.
The buttons worked.
The camera switching worked.
I felt like I was running a tiny little television studio from my desk.
However, I failed to record the first take.
After all the setting up, all the talking, all the effort, I realised we did not actually have a recording.
Nothing.
Not a thing.
As we were talking, I remembered the Optimist’s Creed that used to be painted as a mural on the side of Downyflake Donuts at Chadstone many moons ago.
“As you ramble on thru’ life, Brother Whatever be your goal, Keep your Eye upon the Doughnut And not upon the Hole.”
That absolutely cracked Michele up.
But it was so apt.
Because I had a choice.
I could have focused on the hole.
The lost recording.
The wasted time.
The frustration.
The fact that I had managed to set up three webcams, OBS and a Stream Deck, but somehow missed the rather important part where you actually press record.
Or I could focus on the doughnut.
And the doughnut was this:
The technology was working.
The Stream Deck was working.
The camera angles were set.
We had already had a great conversation.
We were warmed up.
We knew what we wanted to say.
And we could simply record it again.
That is such a good reminder, isn’t it?
Sometimes we can do so much right, but then one thing goes wrong and our brain wants to make that the whole story.
But it is not the whole story.
It is just the hole.
And if we stare at the hole for too long, we miss the doughnut.
So I made us another cup of tea, reset everything, and we got ready for the next recording.
No drama.
No giving up.
Just a cup of tea, a reset, and another go.
This applies to so many things.
Your health.
Your exercise.
Your eating.
Your business.
Your relationships.
Your day.
One missed workout does not mean you have failed.
One overeating moment does not undo all your progress.
One messy day does not mean you should give up.
One mistake does not get to become the whole story.
You can make a cup of tea.
You can reset.
You can go again.
Keep your eye upon the doughnut, not upon the hole. 🍩
Where in your life do you need to stop focusing on the hole and start noticing the doughnut?

I could post this every single day.If you’re a woman in midlife and you’re trying to lose weight, feel stronger, have mo...
03/06/2026

I could post this every single day.

If you’re a woman in midlife and you’re trying to lose weight, feel stronger, have more energy and age well, please don’t overlook muscle.

I am a big, big, big believer that muscle mass, along with cardiovascular fitness, is the longevity holy grail.

When you build lean muscle, it’s MOVING that muscle that mops up a lot of the nutrition you consume.

So if you build muscle through strength, resistance or weight training, and then you move your body with low intensity movement like walking, it’s like you’re taking your V8 for a drive.

Think about it.

These days, we’re all worried about the cost of fuel.
So which car would use more fuel for the same journey?
A 4 cylinder or a V8?
A little lunch box or a yank tank?
The bigger the engine, the more fuel it is going to consume, right?
Your body works in a similar way.

When you build muscle, your body becomes more like a V8. It has more engine. More capacity. More beautiful, fuel-using tissue.

Then, when you move that body, even with simple movement, your body has more muscle to move.

You don’t have to race it around Mt Panorama all day.
You don’t have to do punishing workouts or exhaust yourself.
You could just be taking it into town to do the weekly shop. You could be walking. Gardening. Dancing in the kitchen. Doing a strength class. Getting your steps in.
But if you leave it in the garage, it won’t consume a drop.

That’s the part we can’t skip.

Build the muscle. Then move the muscle.

Strength training builds the engine. Walking and daily movement take it for a drive.
So if you’ve been thinking, “I just need to eat less,” I want to gently offer another thought.

Maybe your body doesn’t need less and less.

Maybe your body needs strength. Maybe your body needs muscle. Maybe your body needs movement that feels doable and sustainable.

Our bodies need to MOVE!

If this makes sense to you, comment V8 and tell me: are you currently strength training, walking, or doing both?

You don’t have to overeat at every social event to enjoy yourself. 🌷This week, we had time to make the decision to eat a...
18/05/2026

You don’t have to overeat at every social event to enjoy yourself. 🌷

This week, we had time to make the decision to eat a meal before the party began and I’m so glad we did.

It meant I arrived feeling satisfied and calm instead of hungry and tempted by all the extra food. 🍽️

These days, I really don’t need extra calories, so I decided ahead of time that I would have one drink and simply enjoy it. 🥂

And I did.

What I loved most was the feeling afterwards. I wasn’t deprived. I wasn’t “being good.” I was simply looking after myself while still being able to go to a party, connect with people and enjoy the night.

That feels like such an important shift.

So many women think healthy living means missing out. But often it’s just about making a few intentional decisions ahead of time so you can enjoy yourself without feeling uncomfortable afterwards.

It’s a subtle difference… but a powerful one. ✨

Do social events make healthy choices harder for you? I’d love to hear your thoughts below. 👇

Did you know it’s actually possible to lose weight through the holidays without feeling deprived? 🎄✨Most women I speak t...
15/05/2026

Did you know it’s actually possible to lose weight through the holidays without feeling deprived? 🎄✨

Most women I speak to expect December and holiday periods to completely derail their progress.

They tell themselves: “I’ll just start again next month.”

But that stop-start cycle is exhausting.

One of my beautiful Masterclass clients recently shared this with me:

“You are a wonderful coach. Your guidance helped me lose weight easily through the holidays, naturally and without the aid of medications or supplements. While this often seems like an impossible task, you made the process feel simple.”

And honestly… that’s exactly what I want women to experience. 🌿

Not another complicated diet. Not obsession. Not guilt and shame.

Just simple, sustainable habits that work in real life.

When women learn how to calm their nervous system, nourish their body properly and create healthy routines they can actually maintain, everything begins to change.

Weight loss starts to feel lighter. Exercise becomes an act of self-care instead of punishment. And confidence slowly returns. 💕

If you’re ready to stop battling yourself and start creating a healthier lifestyle in a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment, send me a DM with the word “CALM.” 🌸

The biggest difference a plan has made in my life isn’t just physical. It’s the calmness I now feel around food 💗On Moth...
13/05/2026

The biggest difference a plan has made in my life isn’t just physical. It’s the calmness I now feel around food 💗
On Mother’s Day I went out for lunch with my family and it was such a lovely treat. Honestly, the best part was simply being together.
The food was delicious and nutritious too, but because I follow a plan, I already knew exactly what to order. There was no stress, overthinking or guilt attached to the experience.
The food I chose fit my plan, or was very close to it.
But the night before was completely different.
We were at a party where there was only finger food. The party started at 6pm and there wasn’t really a practical way to eat dinner beforehand.
Because this is a rare situation and because I stick to my plan most of the time, I didn’t worry too much about it.
As each platter came out, I simply had one of each. I didn’t overeat and I felt perfectly happy with what I ate.
Then the next day? I simply went back to my normal plan again.
No guilt. No punishment. No “I’ve blown it”.
That’s the difference a sustainable plan makes. It gives you structure without making life feel restrictive.
If you’d love to feel calmer and more confident around food, I’d love to help 💗

Isn’t it funny how the things you’ve been wanting sometimes all show up at once?Today I caught up with a beautiful frien...
17/04/2026

Isn’t it funny how the things you’ve been wanting sometimes all show up at once?
Today I caught up with a beautiful friend, my daughter arrived for a visit, and I’ve got more family coming tomorrow. It’s a lot… but in the best possible way.
And instead of feeling overwhelmed, I felt grateful.
Because it reminded me of something important…
It’s so easy to get distracted by everything going on around us. The noise, the negativity, the things we can’t control. Before we know it, we’re focusing more on what’s wrong than what actually matters.
But if you want to enjoy your life more, you have to choose your focus.
Not just on the day-to-day tasks, but on the things that truly light you up. The people you love. The moments that fill your cup.
When you focus on those things, you start to create more of them.
And when they show up… celebrate them.
So tell me, what’s something you want more of in your life right now? 💛

If your plan doesn’t seem to stick, it’s probably not because you lack motivation.More often than not… it’s because the ...
04/04/2026

If your plan doesn’t seem to stick, it’s probably not because you lack motivation.

More often than not… it’s because the plan is too complicated.

Trying to change everything at once is overwhelming. And when things feel overwhelming, consistency becomes hard.

What works much better is starting with one small, simple habit.
Something easy to do every single day.

For example, drinking a full glass of water before breakfast.

Then pair it with something you already do, like eating breakfast.

That way it becomes part of your routine instead of something extra to remember.

And if you miss a day? That’s okay.

You don’t need to start over. You just get back to it the next day.

That’s how habits are built… through repetition, not perfection.
Once that habit feels automatic, you can build from there.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, simplify your approach and start small.
And if you’d like my habit tracker to help you stay consistent, comment “TRACK” or send me a message.

Do you ever skip breakfast, eat a small lunch… and then get home and feel completely out of control around food?Like you...
03/04/2026

Do you ever skip breakfast, eat a small lunch… and then get home and feel completely out of control around food?

Like you could eat everything in sight?

It’s such a common pattern, and it’s not because you lack discipline.
It’s because your body is trying to make up for not getting enough earlier in the day.

By the time you get home, your hunger is no longer manageable… it’s overwhelming.

That’s when it feels like everything unravels.

What actually helps is bringing in more structure, not more restriction.

Eating regular, balanced meals throughout the day helps your body feel safe and supported.

It keeps your hunger steady. It reduces stress. And it prevents that “ravenous” feeling where it’s hard to stop.

You don’t need to be perfect. You just need a simple, consistent rhythm.

If this feels familiar, try starting your day with a proper meal and building from there.

And if you’d like help creating a routine that works for your lifestyle, comment “PLAN” or send me a message.

I used to believe I had to be perfect with my food to see results.Every meal had to be “on track”… and if it wasn’t, I f...
02/04/2026

I used to believe I had to be perfect with my food to see results.

Every meal had to be “on track”… and if it wasn’t, I felt like I’d failed.
That kind of thinking keeps so many women stuck.

What actually changed everything for me was shifting my focus from perfection to consistency.

Simple meals. Repeatable choices. Less thinking, more doing.

When you take away the overwhelm, it becomes so much easier to stay on track.

You don’t need more rules. You need a plan you can stick to on your busiest days.

That’s where real results come from.

If you’re tired of starting over, it might be time to simplify.

Comment “PLAN” or message me if you’d like help creating a simple, repeatable approach that works for you.

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