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How to interrupt people pleasing

This episode is all about people pleasing and how to break free from it. 💪 
We all know how hard it can be to break free from people pleasing but I'm here to tell you that it is possible and it will make a huge difference in your life! 🤩 
We discuss where people pleasing comes from, and why this default behaviour that brings so many negative impacts, is such a problem for us as adults.
How to be a people pleasing detective and figure out if this past-its-used-by-date pattern is actually causing more problems in your business and life than you realise.
I discuss the thoughts and feelings, including resentment, to look out for. And then what to do about them to free yourself from this pattern that is most definitely diluting your presence, power, and momentum!
So come and join me for an inspiring and eye-opening episode. 🙌 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/17/

Purpose & Self Doubt: How Focusing on Your Passion Can Help You Move Beyond Self Doubt

Purpose and Self Doubt
In this episode, I discuss the importance of connecting with our purpose and how it can help us shift our focus away from our blocks and challenges.
I share insights from my counseling training within Psychosynthesis transpersonal psychology, which emphasized the importance of focusing on a client's emerging purpose.
By connecting with our purpose, we become less focused on our blocks and suffering, and more on how we can serve and help others. I have turned to this perspective not only for my clients but also in my own life time and time again.
We talk about reframing self-doubt and imposter syndrome, that rather than trying to fix them, we should lean more into our purpose and carry them along with us as we go. Ultimately, connecting with our purpose can help us overcome our challenges and lead a more fulfilling life.
Hope you're inspired by this episode!

Embrace Your Emotions: 9 Tips for Navigating Negativity in Your Business

Let's dive in and discuss tips for navigating negativity in your business. If you're a business owner, you may have experienced the euphoria and inspiration that comes with starting your business and the challenges that come with it as well. 
In this episode, we will explore 9 steps to help you embrace your emotions and navigate through the challenges of running a business.
We'll start by looking at your business through the lens of a relationship and how the initial stage is like a hot and heavy romance, while the later stage is more like a deep and meaningful relationship. And how you must approach each stage differently to avoid overwhelm and burnout.
By the end of this episode, you'll have a better understanding of how to work with your emotions during challenging times and come out on the other side with a stronger and more resilient business.
 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/15/

Mistake Avoidance: It’s costing you momentum, creativity, and success

In this episode, we'll be discussing mistake avoidance and how it's holding you back from achieving your goals.
Our brains are hardwired to protect us from making mistakes, which can result in missed opportunities, decreased creativity, and stalled momentum. urgh!
But what lies beneath this protective mechanism?
What limiting beliefs and self-concepts are preventing us from taking action and moving forward?
In this episode, we delve into how mistake avoidance manifests, identify the beliefs that underpin it, and provide practical strategies to create space with them.
Join me as we explore this topic and empower you to overcome mistake avoidance and achieve success.
Let's get started!
 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/14/

From Overwhelmed to Owning it: Strategies for Purpose Driven Biz Owners

Overwhelm - none of us are immune to it. And as a small business owner you might even experience overwhelm on the daily!
I know it well too
The reality of being in biz is that overwhelm does arise.
On this episode of the podcast I’m sharing my experience with overwhelm and what I do to go from overwhelm to owning it!
The first step is to understand that overwhelm is a very normal human response when we are growing, when our business is growing, and when things happen that are outside of our control.
Not making yourself wrong when you are feeling overwhelm brings more resilience for you. 
And once you’ve got that reframe turned on, you can then look to the other strategies that I discuss to work directly with your nervous system so that you can manage overwhelm more skillfully.
Are you ready to go from overwhelm to owning it?
Let's go!
 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/13/

Saying NO Way: How Setting Boundaries Can Boost Your Biz Success

This week, we're tackling a topic that's essential for our personal and professional growth: BOUNDARIES! 
They can be our best friend, but also a tricky territory to navigate. Don't worry, I'm here to guide you on your journey to a more balanced life. 
Say goodbye to people pleasing and hello to setting clear boundaries! When we understand our limits, we can be more flexible and resilient in life's challenges. Plus, with strong boundaries, we can avoid burnout and achieve more success in business. 
In this episode, I'm sharing tips and insights on how to access and express boundaries, and what to do when faced with pushback. With my background as a counselor and mindfulness teacher, you'll gain a deeper understanding of your own boundaries and how to implement them for a happier and more successful life. 
Are you ready to join the well-boundaried club? Let's do this!
 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/12/

Emma Perks on Money Mindset and Finding Business Success Without Compromising Your Values

I recently chatted with Emma Perks, founder and owner of Full Circle Physiotherapy, about all the things she wishes she knew when she first started her business. 
Emma has been one of the founding students on Impactful Women Program, a group coaching program lead by myself and Amy Luttrell.
We dove into the topic of money mindset, as well as how she overcame a negative tendency to avoid "the numbers".
One thing that really stood out to me was how being true to herself helped Emma’s business soar. Emma talked about how she used to try and fit a mold of what she thought a business owner should be, and she shared the funny story of how she let that go and embraced her authentic self.
It was such a valuable conversation and a great reminder that when we stop trying to be like everyone else and just be ourselves, that's when the real magic happens in business.
The next round of Impactful Women kicks off 8 March 2023. To find out more, ask any questions and see if Impactful Women is your next step as a small business owner email me at info@meegancare.co.nz
 
Emma’s favourite book: Fear Less: Face Not-Good-Enough to Replace Your Doubts, Achieve Your Goals, and Unlock Your Success. Dr Pippa Grange
 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/11/

Thriving in business as an introvert

Welcome to the episode where we talk about being introverted as a business owner. 
Being introverted doesn't necessarily mean being shy or lacking confidence, it simply means that we recharge our energy through solitude and reflection.
We turn the spotlight on the unique strengths and talents of introverted entrepreneurs. Are you tired of feeling like your introversion is holding you back? It's time to change that perception. Instead of viewing introversion as a weakness, let's discover how it can be your superpower. 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/10/
 

Meditation Basics: A biz owners guide to finding peace and calm

In this episode, I share the basics of meditation, with a focus on its benefits for small business owners.
 
I believe that meditation is an essential part of running a small business, as it helps to prevent burnout and increase access to creativity and intuition. In this podcast, I will provide tips on how to get started with a meditation practice, as well as common pitfalls to avoid. 
 
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a good foundation for starting your own meditation practice.
 
Links:
Simple Body Scan Meditation: https://meegancare.co.nz/featured-post/ohmpod-12/
Simple Breathing Meditation: https://meegancare.co.nz/featured-post/ohmpod002/
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/9/

Kate Evans on how Impactful Women Coaching Program helped her launch a new wellness biz

What does it take to go from idea to launch? And what are the mindset obstacles that show up between your inspired idea and actually bringing it out into the world?
Kate is a friend of mine and she recently participated in the Impactful Women Coaching Program. Amy Luttrell and I are co-coaches on this 3-month program that empowers women to dream big and take their business to the next level, free from self-doubt and fear.
In this episode, she talks about her experience in the program, the vulnerability that comes with launching a new business, and the surprises she encountered along the way.
We also chat about Kate's new business venture and that time coaching left her feeling all hot and bothered! It's a great conversation and I think you'll find it really inspiring and empowering.
 
Find out more about Kate's CHI training here:  https://www.contemporaryhealinginstitute.co.nz/ 
Building a Story Brand book by Donald Miller: https://buildingastorybrand.com/ 
 
Get full show notes and more info here: https://meegancare.co.nz/meegan-cares-the-podcast/8/