My Spacious Adventure 2
In this episode, I dive deeper into my ‘spacious adventure’ concept with a focus on energy management. I revisit my experience in Vietnam and describe
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
My Spacious Adventure 1
In this episode, I discuss my liberating solo trip to Vietnam and the associated lessons learned about self-compassion, balance, worthiness, partnership, and the importance of
How “resilience” is involved in Burnout
In this episode of the Pause Purpose Play podcast, I examine the concept of resilience, drawing attention to its misuse and negative implications in toxic
The cost of being a “lost girl” with ADHD
In this episode of the ‘Pause Purpose Play Podcast’, I discuss the challenges faced by women with ADHD, specifically those women dubbed as ‘lost girls’
Compassion for growth and self-mastery, with Dr Nilesh Satguru
In this episode, Dr Nilesh Satguru, a GP and self-mastery expert, discusses the importance of compassion and self-mastery in the professional and personal journey. He
Harnessing your hyperfocus, without the hangover or burnout
In this episode I discuss the themes of perfectionism and compassion, focusing on ADHD and neurodivergence. I illustrate how hyperfocus, a trait often associated with
Burnout linked with overworking, with Selina Barker
In this in-depth conversation with Selina Barker, author of ‘Burnt Out’! We discuss the significant issues of burnout and perfectionism. Selina details her journey with
Understanding ADHD Burnout
In this episode, we discuss the pattern of burnout seen in individuals diagnosed with ADHD, and how it could be relevant to anyone feeling overwhelmed
Letting go of the “New Year, New You” pressure
In this episode, I talk about the societal pressure to make vast changes in work, body image, and parenting as a new year begins. I
