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Hi. I am Anthea Shortles. Let's talk self-care, busting fear& increased confidence.

I help professionals with their career journey, whether it's feeling stuck in their current position, wanting to step up into a senior position or wanting a career change.

27/09/2026

THE GIFT IS IN THE PAUSE

I would love to invite you to the Boundary Session on 3 October, if:
✅️Your default answer is 'Yes' to avoid conflict
✅️Your default answer is 'Yes' because you feel guilty for having more than the next person
✅️You have strained relationships with loved ones
✅️You’re the one giving all the time, and you don't mind, but now it starts to feel like entitlement
✅️You have a good heart but you feel taken advantage of

It's ok to nod at any one of the above issues. I've created the session with you in mind - to have a safe space to reflect, pause and look at things from a different perspective. And walk away with more knowledge and tools to help you with those awkward conversations.

Book your seat for 3 October.

And if you know of someone who struggles with these issues, please share this message💚

22/09/2026

THE BEAUTY OF BOUNDARIES

There is something deeply beautiful about watching a client realise that they're allowed to set boundaries, they're allowed to do it lovingly, they're allowed to choose differently and prioritize themselves.

If you've been thinking about this conversation but haven't booked yet, this is your invitation💚

15/09/2026

SAY NO

This is one of the biggest challenges with boundaries.

You’ve finally decided you don’t want to say yes - and then the words don't word.
❌️So you give in.
❌️Or over-explain.
❌️Or feel guilty.
❌️Or say yes and regret it later.

At my Boundaries Session, you’ll receive a FREE mini-app called:

📱The Kind Way to Say No

It will give you practical sentences you can use when conversations are difficult - helping you create a little space between the request and your answer.

Because sometimes you don't need more courage.

You just need different words.

The Boundaries Session takes place on 3 October.
Come join us.
Or share this post with someone needing this conversation.
Thank you 💚

13/09/2026

THIS SESSION IS NOT EVERYONE.
AND IT’S OK.

My Boundaries Session includes a faith perspective, so if you’re looking for a completely secular conversation about boundaries, this probably isn't the session for you.

But if you’re curious about what boundaries look like when viewed through the lens of faith, I believe this is a much-needed conversation.

Let's talk wisdom, discernment, stewardship, responsibility and honouring what God has entrusted to you.

Your “yes” and your “no” can both be good.

If that speaks to you, I'd love to have you join me.

🌿 The Gift is in the Pause

📅 Saturday, 3 October 2026
⏰ 10h00–12h00
📍 Suzie’s Coffee Shop & BB, Kuils River
☕ Breakfast included | R300

08/09/2026

BOUNDARY SESSION - THE GIFT IS IN THE PAUSE

Are you the person everyone relies on?

You help, you fix, you carry, you make things happen — and sometimes you wonder, “Am I allowed to say no”?

If this is you, then:

I’m excited to invite you to my Boundaries Session on 3 October 2026.

Let's learn to pause, listen, discern and make choices that honour what truly matters to us.

Come join me for a morning of conversation, reflection and practical tools.

Saturday, 3 October 2026
⏰ 10h00–12h00
📍 Suzie’s Coffee Shop & BB, Kuils River
☕ Breakfast included

04/08/2026

THE GATE

Every property has a gate.

The gate gives you choices:
✅️Open.
✅️Close.
✅️Wait.
✅️Not today.

Boundaries does not mean "shutting people out".

They're about YOU deciding who gets access, when they get access and how much access they get.

Discernment is key💚

23/07/2026

DUMPING

Imagine someone enters your property and dumps his/her garbage on your lawn. You would be upset. It would be unacceptable to you.

BUT we often let other people dump their drama, anger, their responsibilities and entitlement issues onto our emotional property.

Not everything someone brings to you belongs to you💚

21/07/2026

PROPERTY BOUNDARIES

Have you ever noticed that every property has boundaries?

Whether it's a wire fence, vibracrete or survey pegs, every property has a point where it start and where it ends.

No one argues with this.

Your neighbour doesn't mow your lawn. That is your responsibility. You don't paint your neighbour's house. That is their responsibility.

The boundary simply addresses this issue:

This portion of land and this house belongs to me and that portion of land with its house belongs to someone else.

Here's something to think about:

If we understand property boundaries so well...

Why do we struggle so much with personal boundaries?

25/05/2026

THIS COMING SATURDAY

I’m so excited for Saturday’s workshop!

I can’t wait to reconnect with familiar faces in our circle and also welcome all the new people joining us for the very first time.

It’s going to be a beautiful morning of slowing down and giving yourself permission to pause and reset an overthinking mind.

And of course… there will be good food, good coffee and good company🍳☕

Come join us this Saturday at Suzie's Coffee Shop&BB in Kuils River.

I would love to have you there.

Send me a DM or Whatsapp 082 4485 125💚

07/05/2026

THE OVERTHINKING RESET

Sometimes the mind just needs a pause.

If your mind has been feeling busy, heavy or mentally overloaded lately, this workshop is for you.

Join me for “The Overthinking Reset” - a cozy morning of reflection, good coffee, meaningful conversation and practical tools to help slow the busy mind.

The details:

📍Suzie’s Coffee Shop & BB, Kuils River
📅 Saturday, 30 May 2026
⏰ 10h00 – 13h00
💰 R300.00 pp (includes breakfast, coffee & tea)

Spaces are limited - so give yourself the pause you deserve 🌿

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Tuesday	08:00 - 21:00
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Thursday	08:00 - 21:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

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