You describe yourself as a “high-achieving, always-on executive” for nearly two decades. What was the turning point that made you stop and ask, “What if there’s a better way to live?”
From the outside it looked like I had everything—career, income, recognition—but inside I was exhausted and empty.
Then, my life shattered. One minute I was a high-powered executive, the next I was on the floor, broken into a million pieces, unable to cope with anything other than the absolute basics in life.
That collapse was my turning point. It forced me to stop running and ask the question I’d never dared to face: What if there’s a better way to live?
In that moment I started questioning whether success HAD to cost me my health and happiness? That single question cracked everything open and set me on a completely different path.
That single question seems to have transformed your entire outlook. What were the very first changes you made once you realized you needed to live differently?
I stopped pushing and started stripping things away—commitments, expectations, even relationships—that didn’t serve me.
But the biggest shift was putting all the options back on the table. For the first time, I stopped worrying about whether someone else would think what I was doing was right or wrong, good or bad.
Instead, I followed where my interest and curiosity led me. That freedom to choose without judgement created a space where I could finally hear myself again.
You now focus on showing people a simpler, lighter, more meaningful way of living. What does that look like in your own daily life?
It’s not about perfection; it’s about rhythm. My days are anchored in things that restore me: mindful movement, time in nature, and intentional breaks between tasks.
I design my work and life around energy—not just calendars and deadlines—so there’s breathing room to live, not just perform.
It also means choosing with clarity. I ask myself daily: Does this add to my life, or does it take away from it? That single filter keeps me aligned with what matters.
It’s why I no longer chase busyness for the sake of looking productive. Instead, I give myself permission to pause, to savour, and to create space for joy. That’s what makes life feel lighter, and it’s what allows meaning to rise above the noise.
Many people struggle to step off “autopilot” even when they know they need to. What advice would you give to someone who feels stuck in stress and routine?
Don’t start with a complete life overhaul—it’s too overwhelming. Start with one small thing you can stop doing today. Often it’s the unnecessary “yes” or the obligation you’ve outgrown. Freedom begins with subtraction, not addition.
One of the simplest practices I use myself is a 5-minute check-in, three times a day. I consciously stop, ask how I’m feeling, and connect with what I need in that moment to be okay. Sometimes it’s water, sometimes it’s a walk, sometimes it’s simply to breathe.
That tiny pause pulls me out of autopilot and reminds me that my needs matter too. Over time, these micro-moments create a powerful rhythm of awareness and self-support.
You talk about creating an “economy of enough.” Can you explain what that means, and how people can begin to embrace it?
The economy of enough is about redefining wealth and success by asking: When is enough, enough? Instead of chasing more, it’s about choosing what actually matters. The first step is noticing where “more” has become automatic—more work, more pressure, more stuff—and asking whether it adds or drains value from your life.
What you do next is the powerful part. Once you see clearly where “more” no longer serves you, you can consciously choose to stop. Every time you choose “enough,” you reclaim your time, your energy, and your peace of mind.
You’ve worked with people all over the world through corporate programs, retreats, and workshops. What’s one common struggle you see across cultures and industries?
The most common theme I see is a lack of confidence. And underneath that sits a deep feeling of not being enough. It doesn’t matter where people live or what industry they work in—the belief that they somehow fall short shows up everywhere.
That’s what fuels the constant striving and the desperation to keep up. Executives, entrepreneurs, leaders, even people at the very top of their game—so many are caught in the cycle of proving themselves over and over again.
But no amount of achievement fills the gap when your confidence has been eroded by the story that you’re never enough. The real shift happens when people learn to measure their worth by the truth of who they are, not just by what they think people see them do.
We’re taught from a young age that the big things are the ones that people see and that they therefore must be the most powerful. My experience has taught me that it’s the small and simple shifts that create the biggest momentum.
For me, one of the most powerful small changes has been giving to myself first each morning before I give anything to anyone else. It might be movement, meditation, journaling, or simply sitting quietly with a coffee—but whatever it looks like, it’s time that belongs to me.
That one shift ensures I start the day fuelled, centred, and with the energy I need to do the work I’m here to do in the world.
It means I show up with clarity instead of depletion, and I can give from a place of overflow rather than exhaustion. It’s such a simple practice, but it’s the anchor that makes everything else possible.
Your work has been featured widely across books, podcasts, and global platforms. What has been the most rewarding or surprising part of sharing your message publicly?
The most rewarding part is hearing from people I’ve never met who say, “Your story gave me permission to change mine.” The surprising part is how universal the message is—whether someone is a CEO or a stay-at-home parent, the struggle is the same, and the relief in finding another way is just as profound.
What’s also been powerful is realising how far and wide a single message can ripple. Something I write while sitting on my couch can reach someone on the other side of the world at exactly the moment they need it. That constant reminder—that our words and actions can carry hope into spaces we may never step into ourselves—keeps me deeply committed to sharing my work as widely as possible.
What does resilience mean to you, and how can people build it naturally without adding more stress to their lives?
Resilience isn’t about bouncing back at all costs. To me, it’s the ability to bend with life without breaking yourself in the process. We build it by creating simple rhythms of rest and recovery—things that refill us daily—so that when life inevitably throws curveballs, we’re not already running on empty.
It also means turning away from the idea that we need to build more and more resilience. When we focus instead on reducing the pressure in our lives, we naturally need less resilience, not more. That shift is what allows resilience to become a natural byproduct of living well, rather than another demand we pile on ourselves.
When you’re not mentoring, speaking, or writing, what do you enjoy doing that helps you recharge and stay aligned with your philosophy?
I love being outdoors—walking by the ocean, hiking trails, or just sitting with a great cup of tea in the sunshine. Nature reminds me that things grow in cycles, not straight lines.
I also find joy in the simple, everyday things—playing with my cats, hanging out with my husband, and feeding my soul (then my mind) with things that bring me joy and help me reach into the depths of a life well lived. Those moments of laughter, connection, and quiet wonder are what keep me aligned with the way I want to live.
What kind of feedback do you receive most often from the people you’ve worked with? Are there any stories of transformation that have stayed with you?
The feedback I hear most often is: “You made it feel simple.” People often tell me, “It’s like this was written for me,” or “I really understand myself better now.” Those words always stop me, because they show that the message is landing in a deeply personal way.
One client told me she went from feeling like she was drowning in demands to finally being able to breathe again. For me, the stories that stay are the quiet ones—the moments when someone says they feel like it’s all going to be OK now, or they now have the energy to play with their kids or the space to smile again. That’s life-changing, and it’s why I keep sharing this work.
For someone reading this who feels overwhelmed, what’s one simple step they could take today to start creating space for what really matters?
Take five minutes to pause—no phone, no noise, no agenda. Just breathe.
In that stillness, ask yourself: What’s the one thing I need most right now?
And then find the simplest way to give yourself that thing.
That one question opens the door to choices that bring you back to yourself.
We always know what it is we need; it’s taking the action to give it to ourselves that creates the alchemy in our lives.
Looking ahead, what’s next for you—are you planning more retreats, writing a book, or expanding your programs further?
I’m always creating—it’s what feeds my soul. Right now, I’m deepening the Reclaim YOU movement, helping high-achievers redesign their lives around wellness, not self-sacrifice. There really is a way to be healthy, happy, and highly successful, and I’m on a mission to show just how simple that can be.
I recently launched the first program in this movement, Sneaky Stress Traps for Busy Working Women, which includes a mini e-book, practical exercises, and an online program. More resources will continue to roll out as part of this journey.
I’m also often invited to speak at leadership retreats, corporate programs, conventions, forums, and conferences, because so many people need a way out of the life they’re living—but find it hard to create that exit on their own.
And yes, another book is already taking shape. Its focus is simple: what becomes possible when you give yourself permission to live in alignment with “enough.”I also write frequently for Forbes, Brainz Magazine, and The Industry Leaders, and people can access these articles through my Facebook and LinkedIn pages.