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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 Ready for more personalised support? 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 Ready for more personalised support? 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 Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever find yourself caught in cycles of worry — replaying the same thoughts, feeling tense, and struggling to find peace? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, we’re talking about how to navigate worry — because worry is one of the biggest things that gets in the way of living lightly and feeling calm. We’ll talk about: Why worry and peace can’t co-exist, and what to do when your mind won’t switch offThe two-step approach to managing worries: validating your feelings and reframing your thoughtsSimple belief statements you can use when fear keeps looping in your mindHow to release what feels too heavy to carry on your ownIf worry has been taking up too much space in your life, this conversation will remind you that peace is possible — even in the middle of uncertainty. ✨ Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm — a $20 workshop with practical tools to quieten the mental noise and release worryGetting Started with Faith — a free guide for those curious about what it means to explore faith in a personal way, including how to pray. Explore private coaching with me — the deepest way to work with me, with personalised guidance and supportSTAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever find yourself second-guessing, circling the same decisions, or waiting for perfect clarity before you move forward? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, we’re exploring the practice of self-trust — the inner steadiness that allows you to feel clear and confident, even when you don’t have every answer. We’ll talk about: Why clarity comes from self-trust, not more planning or overthinking How to strengthen self-trust through listening to your inner voice, keeping small promises, and honouring your boundaries What happens when we stop abandoning ourselves in difficult moments and begin to treat ourselves with kindness If you’ve been stuck in indecision, overthinking, or self-doubt, this episode will remind you that you don’t need to have it all figured out before taking the next step. ✨ Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more peaceful & grounded Explore working with me in a private program here. STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever find yourself stressing about the future — wondering if you’re on the right path, waiting for a big vision, or feeling like you’ve somehow missed the memo on what you’re supposed to be doing? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, we’re exploring the idea of breadcrumbs — the small, faithful steps that guide us forward and build confidence along the way. We’ll talk about: Why clarity rarely comes as a grand, five-year plan — and why that’s a good thing How noticing and honouring the small nudges in front of you creates momentum and direction Why uncertainty isn’t a problem to solve but an opening for possibility The surprising ways breadcrumbs often show up — and why they don’t always look like the big vision you’re chasing If you’ve been feeling pressure to have it all figured out, this episode will remind you that you don’t need the full map — you just need to follow the next breadcrumb. ✨ Resources mentioned:  Reclaim Your Calm — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and bring more peace into your everyday life Explore working with me in a private 1:1 program. STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever feel like you should be thriving all the time — and if you’re not, you must be doing something wrong? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, we’re talking about what it really means to honour the season you’re in — and why peace comes not from pushing harder, but from letting go of unrealistic expectations. We’ll talk about: Why carrying expectations from a past season into the present sets us up for frustration and burnout How surrendering to your current capacity actually restores your energy and prepares you for what’s next The cultural pressure to “always be thriving,” and why it’s okay to have seasons of restoration, not just growth Simple ways to find joy, gratitude, and fulfillment — even in seasons that feel quieter or slower If you’ve been fighting against your limits or feeling like you’re falling behind, this episode will remind you that every season has value — and peace is found in embracing the one you’re in right now. ✨ Resources mentioned: Reclaim Your Calm Workshop — a $20 workshop with simple tools to help you quiet your mind and feel more grounded Work with me in a private program  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever find yourself believing that everything depends on you — that if you stop, things will fall apart? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, we’re exploring the practice of rest — not as laziness or avoidance, but as a powerful posture of trust. Rest isn’t wasted time; it’s often the very space where peace, provision, and clarity flow in ways we can’t manufacture on our own. We’ll talk about: Why constant busyness keeps us stuck in fear and striving How rest expands our capacity, heals our nervous system, and reminds us we’re already enough The cultural pressure to “always be growing” — and why honouring your season brings more joy and freedom Why rest can feel uncomfortable at first, and how to gently retrain your body and mind to embrace it A faith perspective on rest as trust — and how letting go invites supernatural provision beyond what we can achieve alone If you’ve been carrying the weight of the future on your own shoulders, this episode will remind you that rest is a way of saying: the weight isn’t yours to carry alone. ✨ 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 what it means to explore faith in a personal way Work with me in a private program  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever find yourself waiting for peace — telling yourself, “Once things calm down, once I’ve got more clarity, then I’ll finally feel settled”? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, we’re exploring what it means to choose peace instead of waiting for it — and how peace can become an everyday practice, even when life still feels uncertain. We’ll talk about: Why waiting for life to be “sorted” before we feel peace keeps us stuck in frustration How conflict in relationships can rob us of peace — and why choosing peace over being right creates more stability and joy The “sliding doors” moments throughout the day where we can either nurture peace or chip away at it Simple practices to calm the mind and interrupt spirals of overthinking The deeper peace that steadies us beyond our circumstances If you’ve been feeling pulled in a hundred directions, this episode will remind you that peace isn’t something you have to wait for — it’s something you can choose, one moment at a time. ✨ 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 what it means to explore faith in a personal way Work with me in a private program  STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

Do you ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Many women today feel tired, burnt out, and overwhelmed by all the responsibilities in their lives. But what if there was another way? In this episode of Relaxed Woman, I’m exploring the power of surrender — what it really means to let go, release control, and find peace.   We’ll talk about: How surrender not only lightens the load but often opens the door to clarity, rest, and even miraculous provision. Personal stories from my business and family life — including my Dad’s healing journey after being given just six months to live A simple prayer you can use when you find yourself picking control back up again If you’re tired of carrying it all in your own strength, this episode will remind you that you don’t have to hold it together alone. ✨ 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 what it means to explore faith in a personal way Work with me in a private program STAY CONNECTED Enjoying the podcast? Join my email community for thoughtful reflections, practical tools and updates on new episodes. Join the email community Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

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 Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram

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 Ready for more personalised support? 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 Ready for more personalised support? 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 Ready for more personalised support? 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 Ready for more personalised support? Explore private coaching Website | Instagram