Delivering Joy, with Valeska Waldron

Are you a chronic overthinker when it comes to making decisions?

If so, you're not alone. I wanted to share some insights into some conversations we've been having at home lately, as well as with my clients. 

In this short solo episode, I chat about the common struggle of overthinking decisions and making the same decision repetitively and the toll it takes on our mental energy.

From addressing open loops in our minds to reframing decisions as experiments, I offer practical advice to reclaim mental clarity and make intentional choices.

I talk about:

• The concept of open loops in the brain
• Strategies to break free from overthinking, including blocking out time, setting rules, and implementing trial periods
• Reflecting on decision-making through key questions and intuitive guidance
• Encouraging a shift from right or wrong thinking to embracing decisions as the next step in our journey
• The importance of seeking support in navigating through decision-making processes

Also mentioned in this episode:

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For Estee Lee, not being resilient has never been an option. Since her family was in a devastating motor vehicle accident when she was five, Tae has had to overcome life changing setbacks and obstacles which have become pieces of the puzzle and made her life what it is today.

Her passion is working with people and helping them to realise that they have the choice to steer their life in the directions that they want.  Tae lets you see life through her eyes by telling her stories with humour and conviction, and when facing a challenge you just gotta ‘own it’, ‘roll with it’ and eventually you will roll right out of it.

In this conversation, Tae and I discussed:

• The personal story behind Tae's sister Nelle writing the incredible production of "Tae Tae in the Land of Yaaas"
• Tae's recount of the car accident that took her Dad’s life and left her in a wheelchair, and her mother's incredible resilience at this devastating time in their life.
• Estee's career in inclusive education and her contribution to reasonable adjustments for disabilities, and building her own business as a coach and keynote speaker to help build resilience in others, encouraging them to command their mindset and life narratives.
• Chronicles of Estee's life-changing recent European adventure, revealing the nuances of traveling with a disability and the importance of building connections.
• The significance of the quote tattooed on Estee's arm and how it mirrors her approach to life's hurdles.

You can find Tae on Instagram at @itsmetaetae and at her website.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Check out the trailer of the incredible production of Tae Tae in the Land of Yaaas.

Book accessible travel through Amplify Travel.

Episode 5: Cultivating Courage with Karen McCarthy

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Confession: I don't think I've ever been great at goal setting. So I'm trying something new this year - starting with deciding on one 12 month goal and breaking it down into strategies, projects and actions. 

Let me share this 10 point framework and set of questions with you in case it helps you plan for the year as well. You're welcome to download the worksheet as a guide to as you're mapping out your goal.

Have you set big goals for 2024? I'd love to know what yours are too! Send me a DM over on IG or share with me in the Light Seekers' Lounge FB group.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Goal Setting & Planning Framework - worksheet download

Elise Danielle - Episode 179, The Things We Didn't Do podcast

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Welcome to episode 111 of The Light Seekers Lounge podcast! Today, we're kicking off season six with a deep dive into choosing a word of the year. If you haven't heard of this concept, it's all about setting an intention (as opposed to New Years' resolutions) for the year ahead - and it's a practice I've been doing since 2013! 

I'm going to share with you what my chosen word is for 2024, what it means to me and how it's shaping my year so far. 

I'd love to know what yours is too, if you have chosen one! Send me a DM over on IG or share with me in the Light Seekers' Lounge FB group.

Also mentioned in this episode:
Susannah Conway: Unravel Your Year (which includes finding your word)

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As we farewell 2023 and start easing into the new year, join me as I look back at the highlights and challenges of 2023 in this special recap episode of The Light Seekers Lounge.

In this episode, I reflect on my journey over the past year, highlighting personal and business milestones, challenges, what I'm grateful for, and the valuable lessons learned along the way, including:

• How we have spent our time over the festive season
• What I do to reflect on my previous 12 months
• The three things I've found most challenging in 2023
• Highlights, such as our new home, family achievements, surprise adventures and work opportunities
• What I'm proud of and grateful for 
• The biggest lesson I've learned in 2023
• plus, an insight into the TLSL podcast stats from the year

Also mentioned in this episode:
Susannah Conway: Unravel Your Year
Profit First
Episode 96: When a Problem Doesn't Need to Be a Problem
Episode 100: Celebrating Milestones and How to Hold It All
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Have you ever wondered what your life purpose is? I think it's human nature to want to find our true purpose - whether that's for our life in general or in the work we do. My guest today is an expert when it comes to aligning with our purpose. 

Rebecca Kirk is the go-to career coach for people on a spiritual path and author of 'You’re Here For A Reason'. 

With Rebecca’s unique approach to career coaching and spirituality, she has enabled hundreds of clients from around the world to discover the clarity and confidence to navigate their career crossroads and awaken to a working life of greater purpose, peace and prosperity.

You’re Here for a Reason is a practical and spiritual guidebook for readers who are at a career crossroads. The book takes readers on a career alignment journey to reach a path of greater fulfilment.

In this conversation, Rebecca and I discussed:

• Rebecca's career journey from working in big corporate brands to becoming a spiritual career coach, including a spiritual awakening in Sydney and starting her own business as a retail and brand consultant
• Navigating tension between spirituality and corporate work and Rebecca's recommendations for starting a spiritual journey and daily practices to raise one's vibration
• Rebecca’s experience with the writing process of her recently published book, including elements of the book - such as the Triple Purpose framework and the interconnectedness of higher purpose, life purpose, and career purpose
• Connection to nature, and how Rebecca incorporated that into her book with inclusion of The Purpose Tree.

You can find Rebecca via her website, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. You can also send her an email.

Copies of Rebecca's book, 'You're Here for a Reason', can be purchased through the links on the base of this webpage.

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Money can hold so much shame, discomfort and embarrassment for many of us. 

Which is interesting. At the end of the day, money is simply an object like a coin or a dollar bill or numbers on a screen. It’s information. But the meaning that we attribute to that money can be SO loaded, can’t it?

We all think about money in different ways, have different beliefs, attitudes and feelings towards money, we have different narratives around money and this is often referred to as our ‘money stories.’ Our money stories can be playing out from our subconscious mind and influencing our decisions without us even realising what they are.

How are your money stories playing out in your life? Have a listen to this episode where I share examples of where your money stories might be driving your financial decisions.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Profit First

Episode 97: Creating Intentional Profit with Clare Wood

Episode 101: Master Your Money with Amy Bett

Episode 107: Feeling Financially Abundant in a Soulful Way with Tara Winters

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Tara Winters is an award winning money and spirituality coach, soul guide, speaker, writer and mother of three.

After years of hiding her spirituality while working as a corporate accountant and downplaying her money wisdom in the spiritual world, she discovered that money and spirituality can, in fact, truly elevate one another.

She now brings her unique medicine to lovingly guide people back to their souls and to radically shift the way they see, relate to and create money so they feel rich, inside and out.

In this conversation, Tara and I discuss:

• Her journey of trading corporate finance for spiritual freedom, and how intuition and spirituality play a role in her approach to money and finance coaching. 
• Tara's experiences growing up as a child of Indian parents who had emigrated to Australia and the impact of our upbringing on our perceptions of money.
• The importance of open, conscious conversations about money, especially for women, and Tara's approach to discussing money with her children and the valuable lessons she's learned from them
• Balancing motherhood and a career in various stages of parenthood and differing ages of her children
• What Tara's self-care practices look like, including spiritual solitude and regulating her nervous system
• Tara's involvement in writing part of the anthology 'Unity', published by The Kind Press.

You can find Tara through her website, over on Instagram at @tarawinters.co and Facebook. You can also order the book 'Unity' which Tara discusses in the podcast.

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This year marks the seventh year since our son Nicholas died, but I'm conscious that I haven't talked about grief much this year.  Here's a little rambly update on grief looks like for me at the seven year mark, including:

• what the milestones looked like this year - his birthday in March and anniversary in May 
• how it felt to move out of the house where Nicholas spent his whole life, and how the trampoline helped
• experiences that remind me grief is never far from the surface
• practical ways I channel grief and my biggest piece of advice for those experiencing grief

Also mentioned in this episode:

Episode 15 - What to Do with the Belongings of Those We've Loved and Lost

The Seven Skins of Esther Wilding, by Holly Ringland

Precious Wings

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Sharyn Holmes (they/she) is an award-winning coach, writer, speaker, artist and not-for-profit worker. Their work dives deep into social justice, spirituality and personal sovereignty. 

Sharyn is the author of the 2023 book, Becoming Gutsy and Formidable: One Life, Out Loud published by The Kind Press. Sharyn is also a multi-passionate artist and creative spirit who believes in living with full expression and joyfully creating with passion, play and purpose.

Over the past ten years, Sharyn’s creations have included Gutsy Girl Art and Jewellery, Gutsy Gatherings, Gutsy Leadership Circle, the programs Unpack Your Privilege®, Be An Inclusive Coach and Witchuition®.

In this conversation, Sharyn and I discuss:

• The journey of bring Sharyn's book into the world, from beginning the writing process, winning a scholarship and experiencing challenges, to becoming an author.
• How Sharyn was bestowed the title of artist and the importance of living with full expression, joyfully creating with passion, play and purpose across various mediums.
• Receiving a diagnosis of autism later in life,  and how that's led Sharyn to a better understanding of who they are and reframed experiences they've had.
• The power of a good soundtrack, and how music fits into self-care and creativity.

Find Sharyn's website over at SharynHolmes.com, on Instagram at @sharynaholmes and you can buy Sharyn's book at various places, including Amazon and Booktopia.

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