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What can suffering teach us about living? In this deeply moving conversation, I sit down with Renee, who shares how she has navigated unimaginable loss of her first daughter, a stage four cancer diagnosis, and the uncertainty that continues to shape her life. Rather than being defined by suffering, Renee shares what it has taught her about living with remarkable peace, purpose, and hope. Together, we explore what it means to let go of the illusion of control, hold onto hope when the future feels uncertain, and discover an eternal perspective that changes the way we live today. In this episode, we talk about: Finding peace when life doesn't go to plan. Holding onto hope when the future feels uncertain. Letting go of control and discovering the freedom of surrender. Anchoring ourselves in faith through life's hardest seasons. Seeing today through an eternal perspective. Choosing to fully embrace the life we've been given IN THIS EPISODE Connect with Renee STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

We often begin the new year with motivation, clarity, and big intentions — and then somewhere along the way, momentum fades. Procrastination creeps in. We apply more pressure. And instead of moving forward, we find ourselves stuck. In this episode, I’m sharing secret strategies for staying consistent -  and it has far less to do with discipline or willpower than you’ve been led to believe. We explore why consistency breaks down at the nervous system level, how pressure and self-criticism can push us into freeze mode, and what actually helps us follow through on the changes we care about. You’ll learn: Why motivation alone doesn’t create consistencyHow your nervous system influences procrastination and follow-throughThe role of self-compassion in sustainable changeWhy “low and slow” creates momentum that lastsHow to approach goals in a way that feels supportive rather than heavy This episode is for anyone who wants to move forward this year -  without burning out, forcing themselves, or giving up when things get hard. *NEW YEAR RESET COACHING PACKAGE* (Jan full, few places left for Feb) Final opportunity to work with me before my Mat Leave. For all the details click here PODCAST EPISODES FOR THE NEW YEAR More episodes to help you as you start afresh this year: Getting Clear On What's Next Live Workshop Recording - Ep 60 Trusting The Next Right Step Ep 69 Unlocking Clarity: Four Keys To Stimulate A Flow of Ideas, Insights & Opportunities - Ep 62 Should You Stay or Go? (Your Job + Anything Else In Life) Ep 46 STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Ever felt overwhelmed by the pace and pressure of your role?  In this episode I’m joined by my client Jen Corkran, who opens up about stepping into a demanding new position and learning how to stay grounded, confident, and calm - even when everything around her felt fast and intense. Jen shares the mindset shifts, practical tools, and self-care practices that helped her move from overwhelm to feeling capable, clear, and supported.  We talk about what it really looks like to “work lightly” in a high-pressure environment, and how you can begin applying these same principles in your own work and life. If you’re craving more ease, balance in your day-to-day, this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air. For further personalised support: Private coaching or my new Working Lightly Reset—a 3-hour coaching experience designed to help you find calm, sustainable success quickly.  Spots are limited as I prepare for maternity leave, so check the links if you’re interested.  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Worry can keep us busy trying to solve things that haven’t happened yet. We replay conversations, imagine possible outcomes and try to prepare for every eventuality. It takes a lot of energy, and often leaves us feeling less settled. In this episode, I share a practical approach to working with worry, making space for what you’re feeling and gently questioning the thoughts adding to the weight. We’ll talk about: A two-step approach to acknowledging your feelings and finding a more supportive perspective.What to do when the same fearful thoughts keep circling.Simple belief statements to return to when uncertainty feels uncomfortable.A practice for releasing what feels too heavy to carry on your own.A little support for the moments when worry is taking up more space than you’d like. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with practical tools to quieten the mental noise and release worry.Private coaching with me.STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Self-trust grows through the small ways we listen to ourselves and follow through. Expressing a preference. Honouring a boundary. Keeping a promise to yourself. These everyday moments give us opportunities to build the trust we want to feel when bigger decisions come along. In this episode, I explore how to strengthen that relationship with yourself, even when you feel uncertain or don’t have every answer. We’ll talk about: Making space to hear yourself more clearly when you’ve been overthinking.Building self-trust through small commitments and everyday choices.Supporting yourself with kindness when things feel difficult.How building self trust in the small things helps you build trust in yourself about bigger decisions If you’ve been going back and forth on a decision or looking to others for reassurance, this conversation offers a place to begin finding your own steadiness. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded.Private coaching with me.STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Clarity often arrives a little at a time. A conversation that stays with you. An idea you keep coming back to. A small opportunity that feels worth exploring. I think of these as breadcrumbs — the little nudges that help us find our way, even when the bigger picture is still unclear. In this episode, I explore how to recognise those breadcrumbs and begin moving forward without needing the whole plan. We’ll talk about: Easing the pressure to know exactly where your life is heading.Noticing the ideas, conversations and opportunities in front of you.Building confidence through small, faithful steps.Staying open when the next step looks different from what you expected.A conversation for the in-between seasons, when you’re ready for something to shift but you’re still finding your way. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded.Private coaching with me.STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

The expectations that worked in one season can feel heavy in another. Your energy, responsibilities and capacity change. But it’s easy to keep measuring yourself against what you used to do, or what everyone else seems to be managing. This episode is an invitation to recognise what your current season needs and give yourself permission to respond to it. We’ll talk about: How expectations from a past season can create pressure and frustration.Recognising your current capacity and allowing that to shape your commitments.Making room for restoration without feeling you should always be growing or achieving.Finding joy, connection and meaning in seasons that feel quieter or slower.You can still care about where you’re going while being gentle with where you are. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded.Private coaching with me. STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Slowing down can feel uncomfortable when you’re used to being the person who keeps everything moving. Even when you have time to rest, your mind might still be working — thinking ahead, keeping track of what needs doing, or reminding you of everything you could be getting on with. In this episode, I explore why rest can feel so difficult and how we can begin to feel more comfortable allowing it. We’ll talk about: The belief that everything depends on you, and the pressure it creates.Gently supporting your body and mind when slowing down brings up guilt or unease.Letting your expectations reflect the season you’re in.Rest as an expression of faith — trusting that God is still working, even while you pause.If you’ve been carrying the weight of the future on your shoulders, I hope this conversation helps you put some of it down and give yourself room to breathe. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded.Getting Started with Faith — a free guide for those curious about exploring faith in a personal way.Private coaching with me.STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

It’s easy to put peace somewhere in the future — after the decision is made, the relationship feels easier or life settles down. But there will always be something unresolved. And waiting for everything to fall into place can mean we miss the opportunities for peace available to us today. In this episode, I explore what it means to choose peace in the middle of everyday pressures, uncertainty and things we can’t control. We’ll talk about: The small choices throughout the day that can support our peace or quietly chip away at it.Navigating conflict and noticing when the need to be right is costing us more than we realise.Simple practices to quiet mental noise and interrupt overthinking.The deeper, God-given peace that can steady us through changing circumstances.I hope this conversation helps you make a little more room for peace, right where you are. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded.Getting Started with Faith — a free guide for those curious about exploring faith in a personal way.Private coaching with me.STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Carrying everything can become so familiar that we forget there might be another way. The responsibilities. The decisions. Trying to make things happen, keep everyone okay and work out what comes next. In this episode, I explore surrender — what it means to loosen our grip, release some of that pressure and trust God with the things we can’t control. I share personal stories from my business and family life, including my Dad’s healing journey after being given just six months to live, and the ways surrender has made room for rest, clarity and unexpected provision. You’ll also hear a simple prayer to return to when you notice yourself picking the weight back up. If you’re tired of carrying it all in your own strength, I hope this conversation helps you breathe a little easier. Part of the Relaxed Woman series on Steep Your Soul. Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded.Getting Started with Faith — a free guide for those curious about exploring faith in a personal way.Private coaching with me.STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

A personal note Since recording this conversation, my dear friend Eve Northcote has sadly passed away. I’m deeply grateful to have these conversations with her — to hear her voice, her faith and the hope she so generously shared. Eve wanted what she was learning to become a source of hope for others, and I’m honoured that these episodes remain part of her legacy. This conversation reflects her experience and understanding at the time we recorded it.. I’ve written a tribute to Eve, sharing more about her life, our friendship and the legacy she leaves. Read my tribute to Eve here. ------------ In this episode, I sit down once again with Eve Northcote to continue the conversation on her remarkable healing journey. Diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and given an incurable prognosis, Eve chose a different path  — one rooted in hope, unwavering faith, and a belief that healing was possible, even when the odds appeared to be stacked against her. Now, she shares an update that might just blow your mind. A scan result that defies every expectation — a true medical miracle. Inside this episode, we discuss: – What’s unfolded since her last update – Her faith through setbacks – The role of food, fasting & treatment – A powerful spiritual healing experience – And the scan results that defy all expectations     This is for anyone holding onto hope or believing for the impossible.   We hope it encourages you deeply.  *Upcoming Live Event* > To register your interest for our upcoming event(s) please click here  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

A personal note Since recording this conversation, my dear friend Eve Northcote has sadly passed away. I’m deeply grateful to have these conversations with her — to hear her voice, her faith and the hope she so generously shared. Eve wanted what she was learning to become a source of hope for others, and I’m honoured that these episodes remain part of her legacy. This conversation reflects her experience and understanding at the time we recorded it. I’ve written a tribute to Eve, sharing more about her life, our friendship and the legacy she leaves. Read my tribute to Eve here. In this moving episode, I sit down with my friend and client, Eve Northcote, to discuss her incredible journey of faith, healing, and overcoming the odds.  Diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and given an incurable prognosis, Eve’s story is a powerful testimony of resilience and hope.  Inside this episode we discuss:  > Eve's life-changing diagnosis and the initial shock it brought.   > How her faith has given her the strength to defy the odds.   > How she is using integrative medicine to heal her body.   > Key supportive relationships and connections that have emerged.  > Supporting my own Dad through a similar diagnosis and how we draw hope and strength from other people's experiences > Practical advice and encouragement for others facing challenges and obstacles and how to maintain faith, trust & hope  ... and more. Whether you’re navigating your own trials or seeking encouragement, this episode will stir your faith and inspire you to trust that there is always a way through. People mentioned in this episode:  Sarah Vickers (SV Holistic)  Dr Amber Lynch (Centered Health)  Dr Patterson Stark (Stark Health) STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

This podcast episode is a recording of a recent workshop I held about getting clear on the path ahead. I discuss the 4 keys to gaining clarity about your next steps.  When you apply these strategies, you'll see how it will stimulate a flow of new ideas, insights, and opportunities towards you. This episode is for those feeling stuck or uncertain about their direction or who feel change stirring but are unsure on what that is. You'll learn practical advice and inspiration to move forward with confidence. If you enjoy this episode, you may like to check out my latest program, The Clarity Code, starting 7 November.  Inside The Clarity Code, you'll learn a step-by-step framework to overcome indecision, confusion and uncertainty and gain clarity on your future direction and the next steps to take. Join us here: https://www.annabellematson.com/claritycode  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

On this episode I dive deep into the concept of 'the waiting season,' a period of life where we find ourselves waiting for a desired outcome such as a job, relationship, or clarity of some kind. There are challenges and fears that accompany this season but it also holds an important purpose. This episode includes personal anecdotes and stories from some of my clients who have patiently waited for an outcome (and received their breakthrough) and what they learnt in the process.  On this episode I encourage you to trust the process, embrace the growth and learnings that come with waiting, and to rely on faith rather than self-effort.  You'll receive actionable guidance on how to find peace and purpose during this time and learn how to stay hopeful and expectant.  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

This episode is a recording of a live workshop I held called “Getting Clear On What’s Next” On this episode, you’ll come inside the workshop with me and I’m sharing with you my signature process for gaining clarity in any area of life. You'll learn key steps and practical actions to unlock new ideas, insights, and potential pathways. If you're feeling stuck or uncertain about your next move, this workshop is perfect for you. Worksheet: To download the worksheet that accompanies this session click here.  If this session resonated with you, check out my program, Working Lightly. We start 5th September.  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Looking for support to move through life with less pressure, more self-trust and ease? Explore Living Lightly, combining small group coaching with private support. Explore Living Lightly For dedicated one-to-one support, explore my private coaching sessions and programs. Explore private coaching Website | Instagram