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Over the weekend something happened that put me in a total spin. Well, for about fifteen minutes...You see, I'd planned a weekend away. A weekend without children, without agenda. Just for me.As a solo-parent I don't get a lot of that. Though let's face it, even parenting with someone, these moments of solitude are often few and far between for many.But I had a plan. My parents were taking the kids for two nights and I was giddy with excitement.In fact, I don't think I even realised how giddy I was until Mum called the day before with the news that she and Dad were really unwell and they wouldn't be able to look after the kids. The poor things were heartbroken not to be able to help and of course see their beloved grandkids.Tears started silently falling down my face as I felt my precious weekend escape slip away. And then I spiralled into all the stories that are so easy to spiral into....... I never get any time for me..... No one understands how much I needed this..... The school holidays feel unbearable without a break..... POOR ME!.... 2020 WHAT THE ACTUAL F*&K ARE YOU!?I gave myself the chance to feel all the feels. And then I did what has become common practice for me and for those that learn from me inside Ready for Change.I decided to take responsibility for the plans changing and seek solutions. Just because my PARENTS were unwell didn't mean that there weren't other options.You'll learn all about the big mindset shift you can make when the chips are down. And how it can move you from victim of your circumstances to powerful creator of the life you want.Links:Ready for Change WaitlistBack to You programFind me on Facebook and Instagram

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Have you been on an emotional rollercoaster since the COVID-19 pandemic hit? Maybe you're struggling with grief, anxiety and overwhelm? And what about #iso-life - has it got you feeling all the feels?If so, you're not alone. This is a crazy time for all of us, and there are a lot of people struggling right now. That's why I was so excited to chat with today's podcast guest, Allison Davies...Allison is a multi award winning Music Therapist and creator of the Braincare Cafe. She teaches adults and children how to use music to support brain function, so that they can function at their best, overcome anxiety, and create an environment in which to thrive.In this podcast, Alli shares her best strategies for dealing with anxiety, overwhelm and grief during this shutdown period, that you can use to calm and soothe both your own brain AND your children's brains. It's an empowering conversation, and her tools and suggestions can help change the energy in your household fast. So pour yourself a cuppa and pop in those earbuds... if you need to shift your headspace, you're in the right place!So what's this conversation REALLY about: •How to recognise the signs that you're struggling (and how to hit the reset button) •The best tools for when you feel like you're on an emotional rollercoaster •What to do when you feel a big surge of overwhelm building (and you know you're about to explode) •Everyone knows music can boost your mood... but did you know you can use it to process sad emotions too? •Why it's so hard to make sense of what's going on right now (it's not just you!) •Why ALL your emotions are valid (even the tough, heavy ones) and how to safely express them •How to support yourself when you're in a heightened emotional state (and the specific types of music that can help you relax) •Why telling someone to "calm down" never works (and what to do instead)If you want to learn smart strategies to manage your anxiety, process your emotions, and care for your brain during the pandemic... this conversation is for you.Links: •Allison's website •'Every Little Cell' video •Find Alli on Instagram and FacebookContinue the conversation with Lisa:Instagram | Facebook

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We're still knee-deep in shutdown mode, so the kids and I have been shaking things up to inject some fun into our evenings... and absolutely loving the switch-up.Which got me thinking:... Why have we all bought into the idea that bath / dinner / bed is the "right" way to do night times (especially if it's not working for you and your family)?... Who wrote the rules about what our lives are "supposed" to look like?... And what other areas of our lives are we subconsciously following these "rules" when there might be a better (and more fun) alternative?This episode is a short one, but it's a biggie. When the shutdown ends, we'll have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to draw a line in the sand and choose which routines and habits we want to take forward with us, and which ones we want to leave behind. So NOW's the time to start getting intentional, and thinking about what you want your "new normal" to be...So what's this conversation REALLY about? •How we've shaken up our night time routine (and why the kids are having a ball) •The big question I'm asking myself, for when this shutdown is all over •What happens to your brain when you really want to create change •The truth about self sabotage (and why it keeps happening) •Are you attached to what 2020 was *supposed* to be like? Here's one way to loosen your grip •How to write your own rules for what your life looks like •Getting intentional about creating your "new normal"So if you want to learn how to inject more joy into your day to day life, shed the stuff that's not serving you, and start creating a new normal... this episode is for you.Links:Ep24: Caring For Your Brain During Times Of Crisis With Allison DaviesThe Conversations With Lisa playlistContinue the conversation with Lisa:Instagram | FacebookYou can quote me on that:"I don't want 2020 to be one of those years that just gets written off." - Lisa CorduffWant to help me out?Leave a review (um, and a hefty handful of stars!) here.

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Do you hold yourself back from being visible? Do you stop yourself from speaking up? And do you sometimes feel like you're a 'bit player' in your own life?If you're nodding your head right now, you are not alone - so many women struggle with these exact same blocks. That's why this conversation with today's podcast guest, Sam Nolan-Smith, is so important. Sam's here to help us unpack the hidden beliefs and systems that are keeping us silent and unseen, so that we can step up as leaders and show up in the world as our full, true selves.Sam Nolan-Smith is a business alignment coach, speaker, and founder of The School Of Visibility - an online hub for women who want to speak up, share their wisdom, and change people's lives for good.In this very special episode, I chat with Sam about why visibility is a "women's issue", how to harness the power of habits to change your patterns, why it feels so scary to share your truth, and the uncomfortable moment when I had to check my privilege. As always, it's a no-holds-barred discussion - I hope you enjoy!So what's this conversation REALLY about? •How Sam found herself on this journey to make the invisible visible •The importance of finding your purpose first, then following through with the hustle •The truth about why you feel scared to be seen or speak up (and no, it's not all in your head!) •Why is visibility harder for women than men? •We've all heard the saying "boys will be boys" - why is there no equivalent for girls? •How do ethnicity, culture and race play a part in the visibility of women (and why is it so hard to see our own privilege?) •Strategies for staying on track when you're creating new habits •Clearing your blocks around feminism and visibility •That time Sam accidentally wrote a viral Facebook post that got read by one million people (not a typo!) •How to deal with nerves and lack of confidence •The divine power in using your voice •Plus so much moreIf you want to know more about clearing your visibility fears, embodying a new form of leadership, and finding the confidence to speak your truth, this episode is for you.Links: •Sam's Website •Sam's Instagram •Sam's School Continue the conversation with Lisa:Instagram | Facebook

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Welcome to a new conversation.This is my maiden interview for the show and I think you're going to love it. If you don't already know my friend, Alisa Latto, you're in for a treat! She's a wise and powerful woman, and quite simply, I just like listening to her talk! Such a thrill to have her with me on the show as we get right into what a relationship separation is really like. So much of this is about our personal power so even if you're in a happy, stable relationship, there is wisdom here for you.It was an Instagram post by Alisa that got me fired up about this conversation. She shared the fiery words of Rachel Martin (@finding_joy) that called BS on the term 'a product of divorce.' It got me thinking about all of the meanings we give to separation and divorce. Meanings for us, for our ex-partners, for our children, for our extended families. And usually, we slap these meanings on before a separation has even been discussed! Often, those preconceived ideas about what separation will mean keep us stuck; too afraid to pursue what it is we need to be happy. That could be leaving a relationship or it could just be a brave and vulnerable conversation. This conversation is both about walking the road of separation and our power to choose what it will mean for ourselves and for our children.Key takeaways: •When you get to the point of leaving a marriage, it's actually incredibly uncomfortable for everybody else. Those close to you may want you to be more okay or less okay to fit in with their own ideas about the grieving process. Your pain may make them aware of the pain they are avoiding. They may not be capable of holding space for your grief as time goes on. •When you leave a marriage or long term relationship, you grieve equally over the loss the person you're separating from and the dream you had for your life together. •Over the lifetime of a marriage, there are a million micro-decisions that are made taking someone else's opinion into consideration. When that marriage falls away, you have a new opportunity to recreate yourself. It can be unsettling to not know who you are without your marriage but it's an opportunity to get clear on what actually brings you joy. •You can bring your energy back to yourself at any time. You don't need to wait for your marriage or relationship to be ending to ask yourself where you are most centred and where you don't want to bend and sway so much anymore. •Divorce never has to define our children. We can use our language, communication and empathy to provide whatever meaning we choose. You don't have to accept the idea that these defining moments need to define our kids.About AlisaAlisa Latto is the co-founder of 123 Nourish Me and is a writer and nutrition warrior who has avidly studied nutritional medicine, herbal medicine and health sciences for the past decade. She is a proud mum to twin boys and has a passion for creating beautiful, organic, nourishing foods and products that help kids grow up with healthy bodies and minds.You can connect with Alisa Latto at the 123 Nourish Me website or on Facebook and Instagram.Links:Alisa's Instagram post on 'children of divorce'Connect with Lisa at LisaCorduff.com, on

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