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Would you like to get over your emotional suffering? Do you have little time to spend on yourself? I

16/09/2025

Had a wonderful time in Sydney visiting our son who lives there. The weather was stunning and I so enjoyed getting to see all the beautiful beaches that are so close to the city. Back home and working today.

08/09/2025

We all understand how wounds on the body heal. A scrape might form a scab, but underneath, the tissue takes time to repair. If we bump it before it’s ready, the pain is still there.

The same is true for our brains 🧠

Emotional wounds don’t always show on the surface, but they leave imprints that affect how we think, feel, and show up.

For many empaths, caregivers, and “wounded healers,” those hidden injuries can lead to burnout, over-giving, or carrying responsibility that was never yours.

The good news? Healing is possible 🧡

Just like tending to a physical wound, your emotional well-being can be supported in ways that help it properly repair - not just get covered over.

That’s the work I love most: helping people create the space, tools, and compassion they need to heal from the inside out.

If you'd like to find out more, DM me, or book a free discovery call - the link's in my bio.

Kathy 💚

PS - if you'd like to hear more about this, listen to the podcast I was recently a guest on - Heart Place Hospital, Caring for the Carers (DM me for the link)

04/09/2025

Noticing the things you do well, however small, is a great way to cultivate a mindset of appreciation.

Try keeping a daily gratitude journal and write down your accomplishments or positive moments.

🔸 I stopped and really listened to someone today
🔸 I took the stairs instead of the lift today
🔸 I got all green lights today
🔸 I noticed daffodils blooming today
🔸 I smiled at a stranger or held a door open for someone

Give it a go and see how it impacts you - start now and pop something in the comments 😍

31/08/2025

Self-care isn't selfish. It's essential 🧡

This month's action for happiness theme is Self-Care September.

I loved the way that Vanessa King, Head of Psychology & Workplaces at Action for Happiness, described it: "Self-Care is an investment in our psychological sustainability, and helps us cope during difficult times, or times where we might feel overwhelmed."

One of the suggestions was to do a Self-Care Audit.

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝟱 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀:

🔸 Physical - i.e. moving, taking care of our bodies with rest, food etc
🔸 Psychological - i.e. tools we have to help us deal with things like stress
🔸 Social - i.e. giving attention to nurturing relationships
🔸 Spiritual - i.e. connecting to something bigger than ourselves
🔸 Joyfulness or Playfulness - i.e investing in things we enjoy

Keep an eye on my posts and stories this month for simple ways you can look after, well, you 😍

29/08/2025

Anxiety, chronic pain, grief, stress 👈 Do you struggle with any of these?

If so, then read on...

Havening is my newest offering, and in short, Havening can help transform your mind by effectively training the brain to respond differently.

🧠 It is a neuroscience-based technique designed to reframe past experiences and empower you to build a more resilient future self. It can help de-traumatise specific memories, removing the stress response that gets generated when certain anxiety-related areas are accessed.

Havening is my newest offering, and in short, Havening can help transform your mind by effectively training the brain to respond differently.

To find out if Havening is right for you, DM me 💛

26/08/2025

It's hard to believe it's been almost a year since I completed Outward Bound!

Even now, I'm proud beyond words. It pushed me in ways I never imagined - physically, mentally and emotionally 💚

From rowing across the stunning Queen Charlotte Sound (in a cutter with big wooden oars) to flipping a kayak and waiting under the water for my teammate to roll me back to the surface ... every moment tested my courage, my resilience, and my mindset.

There were times I was scared. Really scared. But each challenge taught me that fear doesn't have to stop you - it can be the doorway to growth. I learned I CAN do hard things, and that life feels richer when I step beyond what's familiar.

𝗔 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲:

🔸 That I can do hard/scary things.

🔸 That I want to keep chasing a zest for my life that I showed down there.

🔸 And finally, I want to help other women my age find the courage and determination to take on challenges that will push them too. The support that you get from being with a group of like-minded people is phenomenal, and I know that our shared experiences will enable us to be lifelong friends.

You can read more about my experience in a blog I shared a few weeks after I returned: https://www.kathyshawcoaching.co.nz/blog/post/135999/comfort-zone/

Kathy 🧡

PS - if you're interested in me coming to talk to your group about my experience at Outward Bound, send me a message.

23/08/2025

Is there a difference between Life Coaching and Therapy?

Absolutely! These images will help you spot some of the key differences 🧡

If you're nodding along to more of the points in the coaching column, then you're exactly where you need to be

Life coaching with me can help you:
▫ Set clear goals so you get more done
▫ Feel more positive about yourself
▫ Overcoming fears
▫ Make plans so you can achieve your goals quicker

Packages start from $450 for 3 sessions, or $350 for healthcare workers.

Got questions? Drop them below or send me a message.

Not sure if it's the right fit? Book a FREE call (message me) so we can find out together.

Kathy 🧡

19/08/2025

A few weeks ago, I wrapped up my third in-person workshop for 2025, Strength + Stillness. My cup is still so full from it. The group of women who attended were incredible 🥰

Someone asked me why these workshops are designed for women in their 50s and 60s.

It's because I want us to keep saying yes to adventures.
To feel strong, steady, and full of energy 💪

So we can do those things we might take for granted, like doing a bush walk, lifting a suitcase with ease, or chasing grandkids around the garden 🩷

Through my work and everyday life, I see how quickly those abilities can slip away if we don't actively care for them.

And I don't want that for myself - or for you.

That's why these workshops are designed to support not just your body, but your mind and confidence too. We work on the habits, movement, and mindset that help you stay active, resilient, and ready for whatever life throws your way.

If you’d like first access to tickets for my next workshop, join my mailing list today - you’ll be the first to know when bookings open. PM me, or head to my website.

Kathy 💛

PS - A woman who attended my Pilates workshop has found a class in her local area and has been going once a week since April. This shows the power of trying something new in the right environment.

16/08/2025

Be kind online.
Share positive and supportive comments 🧡

A lovely, simple and free way to have an Altruistic August.

Whether it's supporting a local business or someone who needs a caring comment, I challenge everyone to give this one a go.

13/08/2025

Quick tip for all the nurses out there - and anyone else in a caring role 🧡

Talk to someone who gets it.

Whether it's a trusted colleague, a coach, or a friend outside of work, don't bottle it up.

Sharing helps break the cycle of burnout and reminds you that you're not alone in this.

And if you need a professional to download to, you know where I am - send me a message for details 😊

07/08/2025

Last weekend I hosted the Strength & Stillness workshop alongside my wonderful friend Lynda Lovatt.

“The workshop was informative, practical and relaxing. The instructors were super welcoming and helpful, and I loved The Breathing Room as a venue! Also loved the snacks 😊”

This workshop wasn't about listing heavy weights or sitting cross-legged for hours.

𝗜𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁:
▫️ Reconnecting with your body in a safe, empowering way
▫️ Learning how stillness supports your nervous system
▫️ Remembering your resilience, even when life has felt hard
▫️ It was the perfect afternoon, and the feedback we received blew us away 😍

It was a great reminder for us all that we are stronger than we think we are.

And that it’s never too late to come home to that strength, one grounded breath, one supportive step at a time.

I'm already planning my next event, which is going to be a little different: Contrast Therapy!

This is something I love to do, and I can't wait to get more people trying it too.

➡️ To get first dibs on tickets, make sure you're on my mailing list - https://www.kathyshawcoaching.co.nz/ (scroll to the bottom) or DM me.

04/08/2025

When did you last have a 'no plans' day?

Whilst researching this topic, I came across a fantastic article where the writer designated every Sunday to making no plans for a year, and it came as no surprise that it massively improved her mental and physical health.

Being able to have a regular no-plans day is a privilege, and quite simply out of reach for some, so if you fall into this category, can you instead do it once a month, or even for an afternoon on a frequent basis?

How this looks will be unique to you.

💚 It could be removing distractions like your phone and computer for a few hours.

💚 Maybe it looks like blocking out an afternoon and reading a book.

💚 Perhaps you embrace spontaneity and just let your day unfold naturally. Do what you feel like doing when you feel like it, eat when you're hungry and sleep when you're tired.

I'd love to know, what would a 'no plans' day look like for you - and have you had one recently? Let me know in the comments.

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