Passion and purpose through pain and rebellion, with Holly Matthews
< This episode features a deep and personal conversation with Holly Matthews, a TV actress turned self-development coach, about the themes of bravery, authenticity, and
Imagine if you could follow your ambition without drowning in it
... how much more fulfilling life would be?
That’s what Pause Purpose Play is all about – finding balance over burnout by setting you free from needing to be perfect, so that you can take action and get started with what matters to you, instead of getting stuck in procrastination and holding yourself back with self-limiting beliefs your inner critic tells you.
In this podcast, Michaela Thomas, Clinical Psychologist, Couples Therapist and founder of The Thomas Connection, shares bite-sized learning around psychology of performance, habits, self-confidence, stress, anxiety, perfectionism, parenthood and couples relationships.
The podcast will mix solo episodes with guest interviews; diving deep into their professional zone of genius and learning about how they have found pause, purpose and play in their life and in their work.
Pause purpose play podcast - Latest Episodes
From Burnout to Brilliance: The Burn Bright Experience
Today’s episode was a live conversation between host Michaela and her guest, Kylie, discussing the impactful journey and benefits of investing in one’s well-being through
Singing for Joy and Mental Health – Not Perfection with Rachel Maloy
This podcast episode features a heartwarming conversation between myself and Rachel Maloy, a facilitator of Singing Mamas groups. We discuss the profound impact that singing
Accepting compliments, receiving praise and being proud of yourself
In this Pause Purpose Play podcast episode, I discuss the challenge of accepting compliments and feeling proud without feeling icky’, especially for perfectionistic, high-achieving women.
Reducing rushing to feel better and be more productive
In this episode, I address the common habit of rushing through life, particularly among individuals with ADHD and busy parents. I discuss the negative impacts
Workplace wellbeing with Ross McIntosh
n this podcast episode, Ross, a specialist in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in the workplace, discusses the principles of ACT and its application in
Daring to be “too big for your boots”
In this episode, I introduce the concept of three flows of compassion – towards others, from others, and self-compassion – and how fears and societal
My Spacious Adventure 4 – The Courage Piece
This podcast is the concluding part of my Spacious Adventure series. I discuss the concept of courage, reflecting on my experiences of solo travels, and
My Spacious Adventure 3 – The Insights Piece
In this third part of the Spacious Adventure series on the Pause Purpose Play podcast,I discuss my return from Vietnam, and the need to retain
