S3E09. Overcoming plateaus & finding your spark after stagnation
Hi friends!This week we are discussing all things plateaus & finding your spark again. If you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or like you’re just spinning your wheels lately, this episode is for you. I tell you all about my own biggest plateaus, and we’re diving deep into overcoming it and regaining that motivation, whether it’s to do with your career, fitness journey, creative projects, or just your general day-to-day. It’s time to learn to trust the process of learning, adapting, and preparing for what’s next, and finally break free from your rut.With love,Cass(12:01) What is plateaus?(14:36) The story of my own biggest plateaus(23:57) The ”just before” theory(28:08) Recognising why you’re stuck(37:56) Finding your spark again(44:32) The science behind plateaus(46:24) Spiritual practices for reigniting motivation(51:11) Listener challenge
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6 : Whispers of Wonder - The Hoodie Crow Storytime
Welcome back to 9 Lives Whispers of Wonder!
This week I am reading you a Gaelic wonder tale about The Hoodie Crow, a story about love and perseverance.
I hope you enjoy and see you in two weeks for another Whispers of Wonder.
Always love!
Cass
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S3E08. Stop people pleasing, set boundaries & gain confidence.
Hi friends!
This week we are discussing a requested topic from the audience: people pleasing. Are you constantly putting others' needs before your own? Struggling to say no without guilt? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of setting boundaries, breaking free from people-pleasing habits, and building unshakable confidence.
You’ll learn practical strategies to stand up for yourself, communicate assertively, and stop seeking external validation. It’s time to put yourself first—without the fear of disappointing others.
Much love, until next week.
Cass
(13:18) My people-pleasing journey
(34:02) The cost of people-pleasing
(35:06) The power of boundaries
(40:33) Overexplaining and fear of abandonment
(42:21) Reclaiming your power
(47:03) ”The Invitation” by Oriah Mountain Dreamer
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S3E07. How to Run Wild : Trail Running Transforms Fitness, Courage, and Your Connection to Nature
Hi friends!
This week I am delving into all things nature & trail running! In this episode I tell you everything you need to know about trail running, from gear to logistics to building bravery. I touch on the relationship between culture and nature, and dig into studies surrounding the importance of women embracing the outdoors in all it's messy, gritty, awesome power. We also chat about nature as trauma therapy, the discovery of EMDR, how it has helped me, and what being in nature does to our brain, bodies, and fitness (spoiler: it's all great)! I adored researching, writing and delivering this episode... Nature saved my live, and i'm so passionate about showing you how it could change yours too!
With love,
Cass
(04:04) What nature means to me
(08:42) The relationship between nature and culture
(25:48) Why trail running?
(29:24) How to get started with trail running
(45:30) Building confidence outdoors
(49:29) The science behind how nature enhances our happiness
(54:18) EMDR therapy
(61:17) ”I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” by William Wordsworth
(62:17) ”Run the Wild Path” - an original poem
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5 : Whispers of Wonder - Why the Sea is Salty Storytime
Welcome back to 9 Lives Whispers of Wonder!
This week I am reading you the story of Why the Sea is Salty. This story is a Norse folk tale all about being grateful for what you have.
I hope you have a wonderful week and see you in a fortnight for another Whispers of Wonder.
Always love!
Cass
New Zealand