It's a Mindset

• Episode 66 - Red Brick Thinking: Why Doing Less Might Be the Smartest Thing You Ever Do with Donna McGeorge

  Have you ever felt like the solution to your overwhelm was to add something new - another tool, routine, or to-do - only to end up feeling even more drained? What if the secret wasn’t doing more… but doing less? In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Donna McGeorge, a sought-after international speaker, coach, and bestselling author of 15 books including The 25-Minute Meeting, The First 2 Hours, 1 Day Refund, ChatGPT Revolution and her latest, Red Brick Thinking. Donna’s work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and across national TV, and she’s known for her no-fluff, high-energy approach that cuts through the noise to create meaningful, lasting change. We dive deep into the concept of Red Brick Thinking - the art of strategic subtraction. It’s about stripping away the unnecessary layers of busyness so you can create space, focus, and move forward with clarity. The idea of emotional red bricks really resonated with me; because often, the things that weigh us down aren’t on our calendar, they’re in our hearts and minds. Letting go of those “bricks” creates space not just for productivity, but for peace. Key Episode Takeaways: The Red Brick Strategy is about strategic subtraction - doing less, but better. Creating space and capacity allows you to give energy to what’s truly important. Sleep, movement, and nutrition are the non-negotiable foundations for focus and flow. The power of the “enough” movement - knowing when you’ve done enough, have enough, and are enough. How tools like ChatGPT can help you reclaim your time by automating the busywork and freeing you up for creative, meaningful tasks. About the Guest: From boardrooms to auditoriums, Donna McGeorge sparks practical change that lasts. A sought-after international speaker, and bestselling author of 15 books, including The 25 Minute Meeting, First 2 Hours, 1 Day Refund, ChatGPT Revolution and her latest, Red Brick Thinking - Donna helps leaders and teams to cut through noise, creating space and capacity for what’s most important in their lives. Her work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company and on national TV. Whether with 20 leaders behind closed doors or 2,000 in a packed auditorium, Donna delivers high-energy sessions filled with sharp insights, relatable stories and immediately actionable ideas - no jargon, no fluff and no one will be checking their emails, while Donna is speaking! Show Resources: Follow Donna on Instagram - HERE Connect with Donna on LinkedIn - HERE Check Out Donna's books - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host - HERE Learn More About 1:1 Coaching with Emma - HERE Book a FREE Discovery Call with Emma - HERE If you LOVED this episode, make sure to share it on your Instagram Stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @dmcgeorge - we’d love to hear what resonated most! Yours in Doing Less, Emma. X.

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• Episode 65 - Two Years of It’s a Mindset: From Dining Table to Global Stage

  Two years ago, It’s a Mindset began at my dining table with a microphone, a big dream, and a deep belief that conversations could change lives. Now, this little podcast sits proudly in the Top 5 % of shows worldwide - and I’m beyond grateful. In this special anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on the biggest mindset shifts and lessons that have shaped both me and this growing community. From the guests who’ve shared their wisdom to the listeners who’ve written saying an episode changed their outlook - it’s been a journey of growth, gratitude, and so much magic. In this episode I share: Why mindset changes everything - and how these conversations have transformed my coaching work. Why worth always comes before wealth, and how Worthy & Wealthy grew from that belief. Why midlife is a rebirth, not a crisis, and how reinvention keeps us alive. How connection is currency; the real magic behind meaningful conversations. And how consistency breeds confidence; showing up, even when it’s hard. The Mindset Library Giveaway: To celebrate, I’m gifting 12 incredible books from my podcast guests - bundled into three “Mindset Library” packs. To enter: Follow @emmalagerlow DM me which bundle you’d love - Worth & Wealth, Wellbeing & Wisdom, or Freedom & Fulfilment Share your favourite episode or biggest takeaway I’ll be choosing three winners next week. Please note: Giveaway open to Australian residents only (sorry, international friends!). Show Resources: Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Check out Emma's book Worthy & Wealthy - HERE Learn more about 1:1 Coaching with Emma - HERE Book a FREE Discovery Call with Emma - HERE Thank you for being part of this journey for listening, sharing, and believing in the power of mindset. Here’s to the next chapter of worth, wealth & wellbeing. If you LOVED this episode please enter the giveaway and share your takeaways to your Instagram story and tag me @emmalagerlow. Yours In Mindset Mastery, Emma. X.

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• Episode 64 - It’s Not You, It’s Perimenopause with Sarah Gray

  Have you ever wondered why your body suddenly feels different - your energy dips, sleep changes, or the scales seem stuck - and you’re thinking, “What’s going on?” It’s not you. It’s perimenopause. This week, I’m joined by Sarah Gray, one of Australia’s leading dual-qualified health professionals in pharmacy and nutrition, and a certified menopause practitioner with over 25 years of experience. Sarah brings science-backed, holistic wisdom to a topic that affects every woman; yet is still so misunderstood. Through her work and her new book, It’s Not You, It’s Perimenopause, she’s helping women make sense of their symptoms, take control of their wellbeing, and feel empowered through this transition. Having navigated perimenopause myself, I can honestly say; it would have been wonderful to have Sarah’s book and guidance back then. Her calm, evidence-based approach makes this complex stage of life feel far less confusing and far more hopeful. Key Episode Takeaways: Tailoring your health to your unique needs is key; there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to perimenopause. Many women come to Sarah wanting to lose weight, but the real issue is often navigating hormonal shifts, not calories. One surprising benefit of this stage? Confidence - knowing who you are and what truly matters. It’s about understanding what supports you - good nutrition, movement, community - and what you can let go of for greater harmony. About the Guest: Sarah Gray is one of Australia’s leading dual-qualified health professionals in pharmacy and nutrition, and a certified menopause practitioner with over 25 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. Her holistic approach focuses on supplements and science-based solutions for perimenopause and menopause. A trusted thought leader, Sarah has appeared on Channel 10’s My Market Kitchen and is a recognised voice across radio, print, digital media and podcasts. She is also a regular contributor to leading health blogs and publications. Show Resources: Follow Sarah on Instagram - HERE Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn - HERE Check out Sarah's website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Emma - HERE If you LOVED this episode, share it on your Instagram Stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @the_nutrition_pharmacist - we’d love to hear your biggest takeaways. Yours in navigating perimenopause, Emma. X.

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• Episode 63 - Worldschooling, Property, and the Pursuit of Freedom with Julie Talbot

  Have you ever dreamed of building a life that lets you live, work, and travel anywhere in the world - without giving up financial stability or family time? This week on It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by Julie Talbot, a UK property investor, strategist, and freedom seeker who’s redefining success by putting time and location freedom first. As an expat stay-at-home mum, Julie discovered that growing a UK property portfolio was the perfect “job” - flexible, family-friendly, and totally location-independent. Over the past decade, she’s built and managed over 40 projects for herself and her clients, all without setting foot back in the UK. Now, she slow travels full-time with her husband and twin daughters, embracing worldschooling over the school run and showing what it truly means to live life on your own terms. As someone who’s been reflecting on freedom as one of my deepest personal values, I found this conversation incredibly inspiring. Julie is living proof that when you design your life intentionally, not by default, the rewards go far beyond financial. Key Episode Takeaways What worldschooling really is - and how it creates freedom and connection as a family Why defining what freedom means to you is essential before you can build it How the best lessons in property investing often come from your biggest mistakes Why slow travelling full-time can actually be more affordable than a traditional lifestyle About the Guest Julie is an active UK property investor, strategist, and freedom seeker, reshaping how to grow and manage a UK property business by putting time and location freedom first. As an expat stay at home mum, she found growing a UK property portfolio the perfect “job” - flexible, doable from anywhere, and a great fit for family life. Over the past decade, she’s grown portfolios for herself and clients, managing 40+ projects - without flying back to the UK. With a background in business design and process management, Julie helps expats and nomads make strategic choices that unlock time and location freedom so that they can scale or manage their UK property ventures, from wherever they want to be in the world. Julie now slow travels full-time with her husband and twin daughters, choosing worldschooling over the school run. Her motto? “If you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” Show Resources: Follow Julie on Instagram - HERE Connect with Julie on Facebook - HERE Download Julie's Freebie: 3 simple steps to location freedom in your property business - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Download the Free Chapter of Worthy & Wealthy - HERE Learn More About Worthy & Wealthy - HERE If you LOVED this episode, make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @julierosetalbot - we’d love to hear your biggest takeaway! Because true wealth isn’t just about money; it’s about freedom, choice, and the courage to design your life your way. Yours in Freedom Seeking, Emma. X.

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• Episode 62 - How to Change Your Life with Just 1% of Your Day with Cooper Chapman

  Have you ever wondered how much of an impact just 1% of your day could have on your life? Turns out, it’s only 14 minutes - and according to my guest, that tiny slice of time can completely transform your mindset, your habits, and your happiness. This week, I’m joined by Cooper Chapman, professional surfer, speaker, and founder of The Good Human Factory. After more than a decade on the waves, Cooper’s true passion has become helping people strengthen their mental health through simple, intentional practices that build resilience and connection. His journey started close to home; inspired by his dad’s experience with depression and the heartbreaking loss of people close to his family. Since then, Cooper’s mission has been clear: to create a world where people don’t just avoid struggling with mental health, but actually learn how to thrive - from classrooms to corporate boardrooms. As someone who’s always loved exploring well-being (and who also has a surf-obsessed family!), chatting with Cooper was such a pleasure. His energy is calm, grounded, and real - and his 1% philosophy is something we can all bring into our lives, no matter how busy we are. Key Episode Takeaways: Being intentional with just 1% of your day (14 minutes) can change your life. Practising gratitude as a community creates a ripple effect of positivity and connection. The power of habit stacking - small shifts compound over time into huge transformation. Cooper’s mission is to flip the script on mental health - from crisis management to everyday well-being, in schools, workplaces, and beyond. About the Guest: A professional surfer for more than 10 years, Cooper grew up in Narrabeen in New South Wales, Australia. Cooper’s interest in mental health was prompted by his father’s bout with depression and the suicide of two family friends. Meditating on a regular basis and practicing mindfulness helps Cooper manage his anxiety and perform at a high level, whether he’s competing in a contest or giving a speech.With a low-key, caring manner that connects with all audiences, Cooper Chapman has trained thousands of Australian students, teachers, athletes, and corporates to increase their mental strength and resilience. Show Resources: Follow Cooper on Instagram - HERE Check out the Good Human Factory Website - HERE Learn More About the 1% Good Club - HERE Check out Cooper's book, The 1% Good Club - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Check out Emma's Free Resources - HERE Download Emma's FREE Gratitude Journal - HERE If you LOVED this episode, share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @cooperchapman Because sometimes, the biggest change starts with just 1%. Yours in Being a Good Human, Emma. X.

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