Focus on WHY

Are you searching for transformation and a sense of belonging? Cat Williams shares her journey from lonely military wife to empowered transformational therapist. Through her vivid metaphors of transformation—from stallions to lighthouses—Cat explores how to harness the mind's true potential, overcome fear and embrace self-worth. Discover how energy, legacy and authenticity shape her work and why the power of shining your light matters for yourself and others. If you hold a feeling of 'not enough' or you're seeking deeper meaning, clarity and connection, Cat offers practical wisdom and heartfelt inspiration through her powerful metaphor of the stallion mind.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'I have an analogy of our mind being like a powerful stallion that can either run the show or that we can get to help us with our purpose, get it to take us forward to places that we couldn't possibly imagine.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Who Moved My Cheese by Dr. Spencer Johnson - https://amzn.eu/d/d52s67X  Stay Calm and Content: No Matter What Life Throws at You by Cat Williams - https://amzn.eu/d/5mMigL4    ABOUT THE GUEST – CAT WILLIAMS Cat Williams is a transformational hypnotherapist, psychology coach and author. With 25 years' experience as a therapist and drawing on her life as a military wife, Cat empowers people to break free from fear-based subconscious issues. Her talk, "Your Mind is a Stallion," gives insight into her powerful work. Cat's ideal audiences are professionals and organisations seeking to reduce stress, prevent burnout and create lasting behavioural change through greater self-awareness, self-leadership and confidence.   CONNECT WITH CAT https://www.cat-williams.com https://www.buildingyourconfidence.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/catwilliamsspeaker/  https://www.instagram.com/catwithconfidence/  https://www.youtube.com/@catwilliams    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Have you ever wondered how to turn brief introductions into conversations that truly matter? In this episode, Sarah Hubbard shares her journey from the mortgage world to keynote speaking and authorship, revealing how intentional networking reshaped her career and personal growth. She discusses overcoming challenges, including writing her first book, and explains why curiosity, preparation and compassion are essential for building trust. With practical guidance for introverts and extroverts, Sarah shows how authentic relationships can elevate every aspect of life and work. An inspiring exploration of purposeful interaction that encourages listeners to prioritise meaningful connection through unlimited compassion.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Curiosity and kindness will get you so far in our world today. For better or for worse, if you can have that lens and that perspective, it will help change your orbit and your energy that you put out.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATION The Intentional Networker by Sarah Hubbard   ABOUT THE GUEST – SARAH HUBBARD Sarah Hubbard is a keynote speaker, author of The Intentional Networker, and founder of The Intentional Network. After nearly 14 years guiding over 1,100 families as a nationally recognized mortgage advisor, Sarah realized that success isn't built on transactions but on intentional connections. Her signature Network MAPP™ framework (Mindset, Authenticity, Precise Messaging, Purposeful Follow-Through) equips entrepreneurs and leaders to transform conversations into meaningful opportunities. Through her speaking, coaching, and community, Sarah empowers professionals to grow with clarity and purpose—proving that when you network with intention, you unlock both business success and lasting fulfillment.    CONNECT WITH SARAH https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hubbard-flannery/  https://www.instagram.com/sarahannflann/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/877388891079934 https://sarah-hubbard.com/    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What if the key to more impactful leadership isn't learning more but seeing differently? Dr Alison Maitland and Liz Walker explore how vertical development reshapes perspective, unlocks authenticity and helps leaders move beyond long-held labels. They share how expanding awareness leads to greater fulfilment, deeper connection and meaningful change at work and in life. Through honest reflections and practical insight, Alison and Liz show why embracing who you truly are is the foundation for leading with clarity and confidence. This is an invitation to step into your fullest potential to lead unapologetically.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'It's our mission: to lead unapologetically. To live and lead unapologetically, to be oneself, unapologetic and true in a more expansive way.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* Specific book titles weren't mentioned but the key thinkers whose work underpin Alison and Liz's discussion on vertical development include Robert Kegan, Ken Wilber, David Rooke and William Torbert. Immunity to Change by Robert Kegan - https://amzn.eu/d/0V9B0AF  A Theory of Everything by Ken Wilber - https://amzn.eu/d/bhB3Lji     ABOUT THE GUESTS – DR ALISON MAITLAND AND LIZ WALKER Dr Alison Maitland and Liz Walker run a business called Becoming, and they are on a mission to equip people to lead, unapologetically.  Dr Alison Maitland is a psychologist and coach. Her eclectic history includes working as an HR Director in blue-chip multinational companies, researching women's experiences in performance sport and creating impactful leadership development solutions for corporates and individual and team sport psychology solutions for sports clients.  Her recent book, Drop the Struggle, explains her approach to applying ACT in sport. Liz Walker is a learning professional, facilitator and coach. Her career trajectory covers 20+ years in learning & development teams in professional service organisations.  During this time she designed, developed, delivered and evaluated training programmes around the globe, with a focus on leadership development.    CONNECT WITH ALISON AND LIZ https://www.linkedin.com/company/becoming-international/ https://becoming.international/   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

Ever wondered how to truly reconnect with your child when everything feels overwhelming? Parent coach Tina Feigal shares how her own turbulent childhood shaped her commitment to helping families heal. She reveals why emotional safety is the foundation for trust, how understanding the physiology behind challenging behaviours can shift a parent's whole perspective and why a sense of belonging transforms family dynamics. Through her moving story and grounded guidance, Tina offers clarity, comfort and practical steps for rebuilding relationships with compassion. If you're seeking a calmer, more connected and empowered approach to present moment parenting, follow Tina's advice to give kids a purpose.    KEY TAKEAWAY 'What I do is simply create the healing from behind the scenes, supporting the parents, showing them their incredible power to turn things around for their children, which they have not realised how much power they have.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Present Moment Parenting: The Guide to a Peaceful Life with Your Intense Child by Tina Feigal - https://amzn.eu/d/au9iptx    ABOUT THE GUEST – TINA FEIGAL Tina Feigal, M.S., Ed. is the founder of Tina Feigal Coaching, LLC, and a parenting coach and trainer with 25 years of experience. She's the author of a Mom's Choice award-winning book: Present Moment Parenting: The Guide to a Peaceful Life with Your Intense Child. Tin has a TEDx Talk, is a podcast guest, lecturer and entrepreneur and has a parenting blog at howdoiparentthischild.com/blog   CONNECT WITH TINA https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinafeigal/      https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572458816245     https://www.instagram.com/tfeigal       https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqcxKDtE4D-bPXt61S4EnhQ    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

What if the key to healing lies in forgiveness, alignment and an unexpected spiritual awakening? Dr Jane Lewis reveals how ancient Hawaiian wisdom guided her from the depths of clinical depression to a life rooted in purpose and connection. She explores the gentle power of Ho'oponopono, the importance of living in harmony with land and spirit, and why releasing old burdens can transform your wellbeing. Jane's story shows how purpose often unfolds through life's toughest lessons. If you're seeking clarity, meaning or a fresh path forward, Jane's journey offers insight, hope and a profound invitation to learn how forgiveness heals toxicity.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'We underestimate the power of forgiveness. We really do. It's such a healing force. It's difficult but when you really can get to grips with it, it's such a healing force, a healing power.'   ABOUT THE GUEST – DR JANE LEWIS Dr Jane Lewis is a spiritual coach, teacher and speaker who helps purpose-led women leaders reconnect with their inner power and create lasting transformation from within. Drawing on nearly 40 years' experience across the corporate, entrepreneurial and spiritual worlds, she blends ancient wisdom with modern coaching to bring clarity, alignment and deep personal growth. A lifelong explorer of the mind, body and soul, Jane works with those navigating change, seeking purpose, or ready to live more consciously. She believes real power comes from within—and that when we honour the unseen as much as the seen, true transformation becomes possible.   CONNECT WITH JANE Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drjanel    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Reflection paired with action creates genuine growth and fulfilment. In this episode, I bring together inspiring reflections with actions from episodes 484-488, exploring powerful themes including selfish leadership, women's health, missions, business books, wealth, money mindsets, philanthropy and investing with purpose. If you're seeking inspiration to align your actions with your purpose and values, don't miss this deep dive into actionable self-discovery. With wisdom drawn from these five guests, I share practical insights and actions, showing how to close purpose gaps by applying reflection with action.   Reflections with Actions arising from these five thought-provoking episodes: 484 Redefining Selfish Leadership with Gary Parsons 485 The Power of Little and Often with Linda Stephens 486 Mission Magic with Lucy McCarraher 487 Own Your Wealth with Rebecca Robertson 488 Investing with Purpose with Barnaby Wiener   KEY TAKEAWAY 'It's so easy to slip into the habit of holding yourself prisoner by living with limiting beliefs or behaviours, misaligned values or by other people's definitions of success.'   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call   KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson     BUY AMY'S BOOK (Finalist in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu     HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Can business and charity work hand in hand? Barnaby Wiener, founder of Treebeard Trust, believes they can. Drawing on his investment background, Barnaby brings commercial rigour to philanthropy, supporting impact-driven organisations across sectors from criminal justice reform to mental health to be a force for good. Working with talented entrepreneurs in the UK and East Africa, he challenges the traditional divide between profit and purpose, showing how intentional, purpose-led investment can reshape capitalism, create lasting impact and inspire a bold new model for investing with purpose. KEY TAKEAWAY 'If businesses were run more like charities and charities were run more like businesses, the world would be a better place.' ABOUT THE GUEST – BARNABY WIENER Barnaby Wiener spent most of his career in the investment world. He co-founded Treebeard Trust with his wife Cassandra in 2011 and is passionate about backing talented entrepreneurs who have the vision, energy and intelligence to craft innovative and effective models for addressing intractable social and environmental problems. He's equally excited by non-profit and for profit models, and believes the world would be in a much better state if charities were more commercial and businesses more philanthropic in their mindset. When not engaged with Treebeard, Barnaby is happiest outside, on a boat, on a horse or on foot.   CONNECT WITH BARNABY https://www.linkedin.com/in/barnaby-wiener-0049a8a4/ https://www.treebeardtrust.org/    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Are you taking ownership of your financial future? Independent financial advisor and trailblazer for women's financial independence, Rebecca Robertson, shares her 15-year journey of helping women and families achieve financial confidence. Drawing on her personal experiences and professional expertise, Rebecca explores the emotional side of money, challenges generational myths and advocates for open conversations about finances. She discusses raising money-savvy children, aligning financial plans with personal values and redefining wealth beyond money. With a focus on how to build meaningful, purpose-driven financial freedom, this powerful and practical conversation shines a light on financial empowerment calling you to own your wealth. KEY TAKEAWAY 'We talk about mental health a lot more, but we don't talk about how that affects money. That's not the mainstream conversation.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* The Millionaire Next Door by William Danko and Thomas J Stanley - https://amzn.eu/d/dxxJrdx    ABOUT REBECCA Rebecca Robertson is an award-winning author, TedX speaker, podcast host and Independent Financial Adviser who is passionate about helping women in business to gain the confidence to plan their financial future and take control of their finances.   With over 25 years' experience in the financial sector she has been featured in Forbes Magazine, The Financial Times, BBC Radio and other national publications. As The Times most vouched for Adviser she is also the winner of: • Financial Advisor of the Year, Women in Finance Awards • Role Model of the Year, Women in Financial Advice Awards • Customer Service Winner at Kent Women in Business Awards.   As a straight talking, no fluff financial advisor who runs a successful six figure business that also supports other women. Rebecca understands the conflicting priorities women face when it comes to finances and created this planner to help them start their journey to financial freedom.   CONNECT WITH REBECCAhttps://www.evolutionfinancialplanning.co.uk  https://www.rebeccarobertson.co.uk    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call     KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY AMY ROWLINSON   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Are you clear on your mission? Lucy McCarraher, CEO/co-founder of Book Magic AI and co-founder of Rethink Press, is passionate about amplifying unheard voices, especially women's, through the power of books and purposeful collaboration. Drawing on her publishing experience, she explores the gender disparities in business book writing and the confidence challenges that often hold women back. Sharing how missions evolve, why writing can transform personal and professional growth and the magic of supportive communities, Lucy reveals the infinite power to be gained from tapping into mission magic.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'The book that you're writing at any one time has to be aligned with the purpose of your business and your personal purpose.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* A Book of One's Own by Lucy McCarraher - https://amzn.eu/d/88Qy0eO Book Magic AI by Lucy McCarraher - https://amzn.eu/d/b0axQdt    ABOUT THE GUEST – LUCY McCARRAHER Lucy McCarraher (pronounced 'McCarra') is the CEO and co-founder of Book Magic AI, the app that helps entrepreneurs to write the book to build their business, co-founder of Rethink Press, author of 14 books, host of the Mission Magic Mastermind for women and 'The Year of Being 70' podcast.   CONNECT WITH LUCY Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/LucyMcCarraher/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lucymccarra/  Instagram/Threads - https://www.instagram.com/lucymccarraher/  LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucymccarraher/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@lucymccarraherauthor Website - https://bookmagic.ai   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

Ever wondered why so many women step back from their careers or feel diminished in midlife? As a wellbeing educator, senior yoga teacher and coach with 18 years of experience specialising in women's health, Linda Stephens unpacks the hidden impact of pelvic floor health, perimenopause and the untold struggles women face below the belt. Drawing from her own extraordinary journey through motherhood, trauma and career as a high-powered television producer, Linda expertly connects the dots between physiology, wellbeing and feminine wisdom. Revealing how a healthy pelvic floor, nervous system regulation and yoga philosophy all combine to empower women to rebuild confidence, overcome challenges and stay resilient, Linda advocates how this is all achievable through the power of little and often.    KEY TAKEAWAY 'Start. Just start, little and often. Just get yourself moving. Get yourself improving your pelvic floor. It is the beginning of the core of who you truly are as a woman as well. It'll help your whole core being to shine when your pelvic floor is working well.'   ABOUT THE GUEST – LINDA STEPHENS As a wellbeing warrioress, Linda blends ancient yoga tools, modern biomechanics and her own lived experience of menopause to empower midlife women to thrive. She created The Women's Wellbeing Pathway 1-2-3, an online health hub at womenswellbeing.me  which offers bespoke classes, workshops and 'Quick Fix' sequences to release stress, restore pelvic-core strength and improve posture. Passionate about changing the conversation around menopause, Linda helps women reduce pain, restore energy and reclaim confidence in their bodies at every stage of life. CONNECT WITH LINDA https://www.lindastephenswellbeing.com/  https://www.womenswellbeing.me/  https://www.youtube.com/@lindastephenswellbeing   https://www.facebook.com/lindastephenswellbeing  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindastephenswellbeing/  FREEBIE: https://www.lindastephenswellbeing.com/bootcamp/    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter     CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson     BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu      HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

What does it really mean to be 'selfish' and could it be the secret to truly effective leadership? Gary Parsons shares his candid journey from building a seven-figure business to stepping away for the sake of his own wellbeing. At the height of his success, he battled depression and the stigma surrounding mental health in business, discovering that prioritising yourself isn't just acceptable, it's essential. Through vulnerability and resilience, Gary shows that authentic leadership begins with self-awareness and wellbeing. If you're ready to challenge convention, redefine success and lead with authenticity, focus on reinventing selfish leadership.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Being selfish isn't about taking from others, it's about having enough of yourself to give to others. When you prioritise your own wellbeing, you become a more effective, compassionate and authentic leader.'   ABOUT THE GUEST – GARY PARSONS Gary Parsons is a keynote speaker, business mentor, creator of Selfish Leadership and the author of forthcoming Why Selfish Leaders Make the Best Leaders. After co-founding a multi-award-winning business, Gary experienced the cost of success built on burnout. Now, he helps growth-driven leaders prioritise their wellbeing through his SELF Framework (Set Boundaries, Elevate Wellbeing, Lead with Intention, Foster Growth). His mission is to break the stigma of mental health in leadership and prove that when leaders thrive, everyone benefits. Gary is also the founder of Leaders in Disguise, a podcast and movement inspiring authentic leadership stories and sustainable success.   CONNECT WITH GARY https://garyparsons.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyparsonsuk https://instagram.com/garyparsonsuk   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call   KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson   BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu   HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Ready to turn reflection into purposeful action? In this episode, I, Amy Rowlinson bring together inspiring reflections from episodes 478-482, exploring powerful themes including coaching in the workplace, redefining social engagement, embracing contentment, finding your voice, and creating indelible impact. If you're seeking inspiration to align your actions with your purpose and values, don't miss this deep dive into actionable self-discovery. With wisdom drawn from these five guests, I share practical insights and actions, showing how purposeful living is possible when you apply reflection with action.   Reflections with Actions arising from these five thought-provoking episodes: 478 Think Like a Coach with Jude Sclater 479 Redefining Social Engagement with Alex Clapp 480 Contentment in the Fells with Harrison Ward 481 Giving Everyone a Voice with Fiona Brennan-Scott 482 Indelible Impacts with Nick Gold   KEY TAKEAWAY 'By pairing meaningful reflection with small, intentional actions, you move from theory to impact. It is in that space—between insight and implementation—that true growth and fulfilment take root.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* The Fertile Void by John Leary-Joyce - https://amzn.eu/d/9Tcf1I2 Think Like a Coach by Jude Sclater - https://amzn.eu/d/fjmNNYo   FOCUS ON WHY EPISODE LINKS: 386 In Your Own Words with Beverley Glick - https://focusonwhy.libsyn.com/website/386-in-your-own-words-with-beverley-glick 005 The Art of Social Selling with Sam Rathling - https://focusonwhy.libsyn.com/website/category/005-the-art-of-social-selling-with-sam-rathling   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call   KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson     BUY AMY'S BOOK (Finalist in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu     HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

Who truly shapes the impact of a professional speaker—the person on stage or the team guiding them behind the scenes? Reflecting on purpose, legacy and kindness, Nick Gold, MD of Speakers Corner, shares his realisation that while he and his team may not be the ones delivering the message on stage, their role in ensuring the right speaker reaches the right audience carries both privilege and responsibility. Nick explores how fun, genuine connection and challenging traditional measures of success inform his approach to business and life. By embracing uncertainty and change with intuition and curiosity, Nick demonstrates his focus on creating meaningful indelible impacts.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Through the business, we have an indelible impact on people's lives and that's a responsibility but also that's the purpose.'   ABOUT THE GUEST – NICK GOLD Being a dynamic entrepreneur and business leader is at the heart of everything Nick does. From founding, scaling and growing multiple successful ventures across the speaking industry, he has established a strong track record and he thrives on challenging the status quo, embracing bold ideas and driving innovation to create impactful businesses that inspire and deliver lasting value. Together with his business partner and brother Tim and his other business partner, Michael, they're building businesses which go beyond the transactional nature of booking a speaker. They believe in forming partnerships with their clients, whether they be companies or speakers, to drive meaningful event experiences and deliver tangible value, learning and return on investment.  As an entrepreneur and a speaker industry pioneer, Nick has built and scaled several successful businesses including; Speakers Corner, Speaking Office and Future Voices.  * Speakers Corner is an award winning international speaker bureau that connects organisations with world class talent.  * Speaking Office innovates speaker representation  * Future Voices is a platform designed to help speakers understand the business of speaking and how to improve their speaking through coaching, bureaux insights, positioning and promotion as well as creating a speaker community so that they can grow together.  Nick has been president of the International Association Speaker Bureaus as well as Chair of the European Association of Speaker Bureaus.  CONNECT WITH NICK https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickgold/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/speakers-corner/posts/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-voices-speakers/   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (2025 Business Book Awards Finalist) Focus on Why* by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

Ever felt your voice wasn't being heard? Voice and speech coach Fiona Brennan-Scott knows the power and the pitfalls of communication. Sharing her journey from speech and drama teacher to founder of Breathtaking Communication Academy, she lifts the lid on how confident expression transforms lives and workplaces. Unpacking issues of equality, overcoming imposter syndrome and why levelling the playing field matters in boardrooms and classrooms alike, Fiona shares her personal insights on engaging audiences, tackling bullying and leaving a powerful legacy by giving everyone a voice.    KEY TAKEAWAY 'Never underestimate your ability to enhance and influence the lives of others.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATION* The Woman's Voice by Patsy Rodenburg - https://amzn.eu/d/bDQP30z   ABOUT THE GUEST – FIONA BRENNAN-SCOTT Fiona works globally as a coach, speaker and trainer with subject matter experts and everyday leaders to increase their audience engagement. She published her first book, Breathtaking Communication: Tools and Techniques for Everyday Leaders in 2023 and is currently rolling out Breathtaking Communication - The Online Academy. Her coaching is underpinned by Time to Think methodology and she is a certified coach with the Time to Think Foundation. Her work is CPD accredited.  CONNECT WITH FIONA https://www.timetothink.com/coach/fiona-brennan-scott/  https://www.youtube.com/@bespokenvoicespeech/  https://www.instagram.com/bespokenvoicespeech/  https://www.bespoken.org.uk/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/fionabrennanscott/  Book a call: https://calendly.com/fiona-bespoken    ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu     HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

How do you climb from life's lowest valleys to its highest peaks? Harrison Ward, outdoor cooking expert, mental health speaker and author, better known as the Fell Foodie, shares his raw and transformative journey from addiction and despair to purpose and fulfilment in the great outdoors. Reflecting on grief, sobriety and the healing power of nature, Harrison reveals how hiking and cooking outdoors became tools for mindfulness, resilience and connection. Inspiring others to find joy in life's simple moments, he shows step by step, meal by meal how to achieve real contentment in the fells.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Life doesn't come with a plan, does it? You can focus on certain areas. You can push yourself down certain paths and take the opportunities when they come. But sometimes things present themselves either as hurdles or as future opportunities. So, you have to be there to embrace those, sometimes to ride over those hurdles.'   ABOUT THE GUEST - HARRISON WARD Author of the ultimate outdoor adventure cookbook 'Cook Out', Harrison is also a huge advocate for time outdoors for mental and physical wellbeing as it aided his recovery from alcoholism, obesity and as a management tool for a clinical depression diagnosis. He regularly features in the media, including the BBC on Dame Mary Berry's series 'Love to Cook', Channel 5 on 'Winter on the Farm', The Guardian, Countryfile Magazine, Men's Fitness and many more.   CONNECT WITH HARRISON https://www.fellfoodie.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/fellfoodie/ https://www.facebook.com/fellfoodie https://x.com/FellFoodie https://www.youtube.com/FellFoodie https://www.tiktok.com/@fellfoodie https://www.linkedin.com/in/fellfoodie/     ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

Is the workplace booze culture holding us back? Alex Clapp shares his remarkable journey from addiction to purpose-driven entrepreneurship. His personal challenges inspired the creation of Claritee–a pioneering wellbeing hub championing authentic, alcohol-free connection and inclusive events. Explore the evolution of corporate culture, the realities of overcoming addiction and new ways of redefining fulfilment at work. Alex's candid reflections on mental health, resilience and the power of choice offer a refreshing perspective for anyone seeking positive change. Tune in for inspiration, insight and a new vision of what the future could be through redefining social engagement.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'I think from a business perspective, especially, you have got to be really mindful as to the way that the culture is changing and as to the way that you look after your staff.' ABOUT ALEX Alex Clapp is a seasoned entrepreneur, founder and mental health advocate who leads with integrity and vision. As MD of County Cost Consultants, Alex brings over two decades of expertise in legal cost law, having built a respected and resilient firm known for its commitment to excellence and client care. Simultaneously, he is the founder of Claritee, the UK's trailblazing alcohol-free events organisation, born from his own recovery journey and driven by a passion to create inclusive, wellness minded corporate experiences. Alex's professional and personal experiences have shaped a leadership style rooted in empathy, transparency and the motivation to generate real change. Whether delivering industry leading cost training or reimagining workplace culture through alcohol free initiatives, Alex is a voice for progress in both the business and personal sphere. CONNECT WITH ALEX https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexclapp/ https://www.clariteegroup.co.uk/ https://www.theshineawards.co.uk/   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What does it really mean to think like a coach at work? Jude Sclater shares how her practical model is transforming managers into empowering leaders, unlocking real team potential. Drawing on her experience with coaching, workshops and her new book, Jude reveals why traditional management training falls short and how simply shifting the way we listen and ask questions can spark growth, autonomy and fulfilment at work and beyond. If you want to empower managers for impact and learn how to bridge the gap between knowing and doing, adopt her two step coaching method to think like a coach.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'When you give someone your best quality attention, everything just flows so much more beautifully.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATION* Think Like a Coach by Jude Sclater - https://amzn.eu/d/beFftEH    ABOUT THE GUEST – JUDE SCLATER Jude Sclater is a leadership coach, author of 'Think Like a Coach' and former internal coach at Deloitte. She helps managers step up from doing the work to leading the team, without burning out or losing their best people. Her work focuses on practical coaching skills that make everyday conversations more impactful, even when time is short.    Through her book, training programs and 'Think Like a Coach' weekly insights, she supports leaders to ask better questions, build trust, and grow high-performing teams. With deep experience in professional services, she's coached hundreds of managers to lead with empathy and impact.    Originally from New Zealand, she's lived in London for almost 20 years. When she's not coaching, she's working hard on transforming her garden, creating home-made pizzas with her husband and learning the art of wine tasting.   CONNECT WITH JUDE Website: www.thinkwithjude.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/judesclater Instagram: www.instagram.com/thinkwithjude Blog Signup: www.thinkwithjude.com/signmeup Booksellers: www.thinkwithjude.com/think-like-a-coach#buy     ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call    KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter    CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson    BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu    HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.  *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.  

Are you seeking deeper meaning, battling self-doubt or redefining success on your own terms? In this episode, I, Amy Rowlinson, bring together inspiring reflections from episodes 472–476, guiding you through existential clarity, authentic mental health advocacy, the pursuit of prosperity with purpose, the power of relinquishing grievances and the true essence of acceptance. With wisdom drawn from my last five guests, I share practical insights and actions, showing how purposeful living is possible for anyone willing to reflect and act. Sharing my Reflections with Actions from these five thought-provoking episodes: 472 Existential Clarity with Stephen Bruyant-Langer 473 Talking Matters with Brydon Duncan 474 Prosperity Pathways with Joel Salomon 475 Relinquishing Grievances with Louisa Hext 476 Behind the Scenes with Catherine Watkin   Whether you're facing challenges in your career, relationships, health or your sense of purpose, this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect and take inspired action one small step at a time.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Are your actions driven by genuine reasons? Identify any limiting beliefs, assumptions, fears or self-doubts holding you back from living a purposeful life.'   BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS* We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen illustrated by Helen Oxenbury - https://amzn.eu/d/iLOdELr   RESOURCES Breaking the Circle – The Documentary by Brydon Duncan - https://www.youtube.com/@brydonduncan   Episodes mentioned: https://focusonwhy.libsyn.com/474-prosperity-pathways-with-joel-salomon https://focusonwhy.libsyn.com/454-breathing-life-into-conversations-with-shelly-starks https://focusonwhy.libsyn.com/361-practical-positivity-with-freeman-beals https://focusonwhy.libsyn.com/347-heartfelt-connection-with-gill-tiney   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call   KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson   BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu   HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What happens when life throws your plans off course? Returning guest Catherine Watkin opens up about her journey through 18 years of undiagnosed health challenges and the revelations that have followed. Catherine shares how prioritising health, embracing acceptance and letting go of old ambitions led her to redefine success. Discover how business, identity and wellness intertwine and why Catherine believes real success is found in the quality of the everyday moments. For a heartfelt exploration of resilience, authenticity and purpose, join Catherine and head behind the scenes.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Without health, you can't have a business, you can't maintain a good relationship, you can't spend time with friends.'   ABOUT THE GUEST – CATHERINE Catherine Watkin is an expert in Heart-Centred Sales and the antidote to traditional sales approaches based on closing and manipulation. After a 20+ year sales career, she works with business owners who feel called to make a difference yet feel so uncomfortable about sales that they struggle to effectively enrol new clients. She teaches them how to sell in a way that feels authentic and deeply connected so they can grow a great business while still feeling in integrity.  She helps her clients with getting off the starting blocks with their first paying clients right through to £5-£10k revenue months.   CONNECT WITH CATHERINEhttps://catherinewatkin.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@CatherineWatkin https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinewatkin/ https://www.instagram.com/catherinewatkin.sales   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call   KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson   BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu   HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn? Louisa Hext shares her decade-long journey through accusation, betrayal and ultimately, self-discovery. Falsely accused and caught in a complex legal battle, Louisa opens up about the emotional toll, the healing power of forgiveness and the importance of personal responsibility. Now in her 60s, she reflects on how curiosity, empathy and self-awareness helped her redefine her story. Louisa's journey is a moving testament to resilience, growth and the transformative act of relinquishing grievances.   KEY TAKEAWAY 'Figuring out how to be a human being is difficult. It's a journey and not a destination to live with purpose.'   ABOUT THE GUEST – LOUISA HEXT Louisa is a transformational coach, speaker and mediator with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate forgiveness, healing and personal growth. Drawing from her personal experience, research and nearly 13 years as the curator of a highly regarded traveling photographic exhibition on forgiveness, Louisa has been privileged to guide countless individuals through profound emotional healing. Her coaching practice is built on empathy, deep curiosity and a non-judgmental approach, creating a safe space for her clients to explore their unique stories and unlock their potential for growth and transformation. Whether helping clients release long-held resentments, rebuild relationships or cultivate self-compassion, Louisa is a trusted partner in guiding them toward the peace and freedom that true forgiveness offers.   CONNECT WITH LOUISA https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisahext/ https://www.facebook.com/louisa.j.hext  https://www.facebook.com/ConsultantsHext https://www.instagram.com/your_forgiveness_story/  https://www.instagram.com/louisajayne65/ https://x.com/LouisaJayneUK   ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON Amy is a purpose and fulfilment coach, author, podcast strategist and mastermind host who empowers purpose-driven leaders to boost productivity, engagement and meaning in life and work. Through transformational conversations, Amy helps individuals overcome overwhelm and live with clarity, building living legacies along the way.   WORK WITH AMY If you're interested in how purpose can help you and your business, please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/amyrowlinson/call   KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AMY Sign up for the weekly Friday Focus - https://www.amyrowlinson.com/subscribe-to-weekly-newsletter   CONNECT WITH AMY https://linktr.ee/AmyRowlinson   BUY AMY'S BOOK (Shortlisted in the 2025 Business Book Awards) * Focus on Why by Amy Rowlinson with George F. Kerr – https://amzn.eu/d/6W02HWu   HOSTED BY: Amy Rowlinson   DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence. *As an Amazon Associate, Amy earns from qualifying purchases.