Finding My Voice Podcast

Introducing Finding My Voice, a behind-the-scenes listen to how people like you and me find their voice and use it to amplify others. In this episode, you will learn more about what you can expect from the first season and why your host, Stacia Keogh, wants you to be inspired to use the power of your voice to share your wisdom with the world.  This will be a fortnightly show, with the first three episodes launching on 13th December 2021.

INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY LET'S CELEBRATE WOMEN EVERYDAY International Women's Day, is March 8, aims to focus global attention on the state of women. Its goal is to make the world more diverse, equitable and inclusive for those identifying as WOMEN This year the call to action is #BanTheBias. I asked 3 amazing women from my network to join me in discussing where they felt bias shows up in their industry?  Have things improved from the time they started, gotten worse, stayed locked in place? Diane Watson Asuccessful financial planner and founder of SHE CAN PROSPER Diane has grown a successful business whilst balancing family life and knows first-hand the challenges and pitfalls of being a successful female leader in a very male dominated industry.  Diane's mission is to help women prosper by sharing her knowledge inspiration and strategies for smart financial planning to live the life you want instead of what you can afford. Diane has recently been selected as F:Entrepreneur #ialso top 100 entrepreneurs in UK 2022 Lovelda Vincenzi Lovelda is an international event MC, moderator and host who's passionate about transforming events into memorable experiences and getting more women on stages!  She supports female speakers and business owners to boost their sales & hone their strategy by coaching them on all aspects of the 'business' of speaking. Co-founder of the Female Speakers Conference and Awards she also runs a flourishing Club House room on Tuesday mornings and Saturday afternoons! Aarti Parmer Aarti has made it her purpose is to educate and empower owner managed businesses to align and take ownership of their authentic brand so that it can be communicated with certainty internally and externally. Aarti believes each and every person behind a purpose-led business is the influence for a better today, tomorrow and future. Her path to AP Brand Design has taken her from football pitches and Tai Kwando competitions to a stint in Malaysia to today as the director of an award winning business garnering such accolades as Winner - Enterprise Nation Top Adviser – Brand & Design, 2021  Selected for F:Entrepreneur #ialso top 100 entrepreneurs in UK Brand Trainer at The Coaching Academy  Speaker for Enterprise Nation  Mentor - Pathway To Success Program - Beleve Charity   Interesting observations ensured along with some sage advice One thing we'd all like to see more of is WOMEN SUPPORTING OTHER WOMEN Three things we all encouraged women to do it GET VOCAL COURAGOUS AND VISABLE Listen to what wisdom was dropped by these mavens  Diane Watson Lovelda Vincenzi Aarti Parmer

Welcome to "Finding My Voice" with your host, Stacia Keogh. This podcast is a platform for people to share their stories and the wisdom they've gained from their lived experiences. After a year of lying fallow, the second season is here, filled with richness and evolution. Stacia has immersed herself in somatic practices and become an embodied speaking coach. She has also cultivated new relationships and explored what motivates people to defy societal norms and pursue unconventional paths. Life often begins when it blows up, when we go against the "don'ts" we're told. We open doors we're not supposed to, venture off the beaten path, and dare to be different. This season, we embrace taboo topics, shedding light on subjects that are often stigmatised or misunderstood. From mental health to menopause, from experts to expats, we delve into the underbelly of society and challenge misinformed beliefs. Join us as we break open these unspoken topics and take a walk on the wild side. Our guests include an author who explores the importance of dropping the fake smile, a cancer survivor who has found the path to thriving, and a special detective who unveils the realities of working in the sex crimes unit. Together, we dare to question, challenge, and embrace the taboo. Don't forget to follow, review and rate the show!   About Stacia: Stacia began working with businesses writing corporate training videos that were as entertaining as they were informative. She is an actor and performance storyteller appearing on world stages and public venues and small screens everywhere. As a resting actor in London, Stacia learned the dark arts of advertising and how to use her story and acting skills to enliven pitches and presentations, notably J Walter Thompson, The Really Useful Group, Imagination and as an Education Officer at Kew Gardens.  Currently working with professional service providers to step into their own story to share their wisdom on panels, podcasts, and signature talks, 1:1 or Group Training programs  If you play video games or listen to audiobooks chances are you've heard her voice guiding you through adventures.   Connect with Stacia: Email [email protected]  Podcast Finding My Voice   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/staciakeogh.co.uk/  http://www.linkedin.com/in/staciakeogh https://www.instagram.com/anastaciakeogh27  http://www.twitter.com/Staciastory  https://staciakeogh.co.uk/

Stacia, your host, is joined by Michelle Minnikin, a chartered psychologist, coach, author, and co-founder of multiple businesses, along with her partner James Eves. With 20+ years in leadership, organisational development, coaching, and personal development, Michelle is passionate about transformative change. She specialises in positive psychology, guiding individuals towards clarity, purpose, and fulfilment with warmth and playfulness. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, she enjoys family life with James, her son Oliver, and their four pets. In today's episode, Michelle shares her journey towards her Good Girl Deprogramming, which started with her ADHD diagnosis in December 2020. This revelation brought understanding to her life. In seeking further clarity, she deeply explored conditioning and how societal norms had shaped her and ours.   Now, let's dive into the essentials of wealth building and why knowing your financial situation is the key to your voice and power.   Here are the Highlights: 00:49  Introducing guest Michelle Minnican, a psychologist, coach, and author of "Good Girl De-Programming." 03:12  Michelle talks about her upbringing, school competitiveness, and high expectations pressure. 05:11  Michelle discusses her struggles at work, her decision to start her own company in 2016, and her journey towards autonomy and freedom. 06:17  Michelle's encounter with Anna Price and the realisation of ADHD in women. The impact of societal norms on women and the concept of "fawning" as a response to trauma. 08:31  Discussion on the concept of "fawning" and its relevance in understanding women's behaviour in abusive situations. Michelle's journey of self-discovery and therapy. 09:42  Michelle explored "good girl conditioning" and its roots in coercive control tactics identified by Albert Biderman during the Korean War. 13:10  The impact of coercive control in various aspects of life, including relationships, work, and societal expectations. 18:39  Michelle explains the tactics of coercive control, including establishing trust, social isolation, and creating dependence. 19:29  The impact of societal expectations on women, including the pressure to be perfect and the guilt associated with not meeting these expectations. 27:57  The impact of exhaustion and sleep deprivation on women, both in personal and professional life. The unrealistic expectations placed on women, including the pressure to be skinny, young, and beautiful. 40:05 The concept of "strategic half-assing" and the importance of prioritising self-care and joy. Michelle talks about the importance of having a supportive network of women and the impact of societal norms on men. 46:34  The importance of awareness and questioning societal norms. Michelle's workshops and the impact of her work on women in organisations. 50:17 Michelle's approach to helping women deprogram from societal expectations and the importance of small, consistent steps. The importance of self-awareness and the impact of language on women's communication. 59:31 The importance of education and awareness in breaking societal norms and empowering women. 01:15:51 Michelle's final thoughts on the importance of awareness, self-care, and supportive networks in breaking societal norms and empowering women. **54:00 - 56:00** - Conclusion by Stacia Keogh, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own stories and use their voices to create change.   About Michelle: Michelle Minnikin is a Chartered Psychologist, Coach, and the co-founder of several businesses with her partner James Eves. With over 20 years of experience in leadership and organisational development, employee selection and assessment, coaching, and personal development, Michelle has a wealth of knowledge and a passion for transformative change. With a deep understanding of positive psychology and personal development, Michelle is dedicated to helping individuals design their own ideal lives, guiding them towards greater clarity, purpose, and fulfilment. Her coaching approach is characterised by its warmth, playfulness, and sensitivity. She creates safe spaces for clients to explore, fostering an environment of trust and authenticity. Michelle's own journey towards her Good Girl Deprogramming started with her ADHD diagnosis in December 2020, a revelation that brought clarity and understanding to her life. As she embraced this newfound self-awareness, Michelle deeply explored her own conditioning and how societal norms had shaped her identity. As a mum in a wonderfully neurodiverse family, Michelle lives in Newcastle upon Tyne in the glorious North East of England with her partner in life, business and adventure, James Eves, her hilariously funny and smart teenage son Oliver and their four animals — two degus and two bunnies.   Connect with MIchelle: Website: https://www.michelleminnikin.com/goodgirldeprogramming or https://www.workpirates.com/unfucking-work   Substack: https://goodgirldeprogramming.substack.com   Spotify Link to Good Girl Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-minnikin https://open.spotify.com/show/7sXSi7pZEZ1Zgdwf1B4O9c?si=2c0ceb13979e4b14  Book: Good Girl Deprogramming https://buy.stripe.com/4gwg1te2i1ds6sMeUW     Socials LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mminnikin/    Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/goodgirldeprogramming/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleminnikin      About Stacia: Stacia began working with businesses, writing corporate training videos that were as entertaining as they were informative. She is an actor and performance storyteller appearing on world stages and public venues, and small screens everywhere. As a resting actor in London, Stacia learned the dark arts of advertising and how to use her story and acting skills to enliven pitches and presentations, notably J Walter Thompson, The Really Useful Group, Imagination and as an Education Officer at Kew Gardens. Currently working with professional service providers to step into their own stories and share their wisdom on panels, podcasts, signature talks, 1:1, or Group Training programs. If you play video games or listen to audiobooks, chances are you've heard her voice guiding you through adventures.   Connect with Stacia: Email: [email protected] Podcast: Finding My Voice Website: https://staciakeogh.co.uk/   Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/staciakeogh.co.uk/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/staciakeogh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastaciakeogh27 X (Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/Staciastory  

Welcome to the inaugural first episode of Finding My Voice. Tune in to learn more about your host, Stacia Keogh, her journey to becoming a storyteller and how a broadcasting career led to the creation of this podcast. Quote from this episode: ''When you use your stories and speak with your authentic voice. You create these vivid experiences that live again in people's minds and inspire them to action.'' Resources mentioned in this episode:  Ted Talk by Novelist Chimamanda Adichie   Connect with Stacia:  Facebook  LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Website