Change the World

Unfortunately, grief is part of the human condition. At some point all of us will lose someone or many someone’s we care deeply for. Grief cannot only cause emotional issues like anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness , numbness of emotion etc.but can also manifest in physical ways like headache, nausea, aches and pains, restlessness, it can even Weaken our immune system and lead to chronic disorders like cancer and heart disease . .But Grief doesn’t just show up when someone dies — it appears in moments of loss, change, and heartbreak. It can be silent, lonely, and long-lasting. And in our fast-paced world, grief is often something we’re expected to move on from far too quickly. What if grief isn’t something to “get over,” but something to walk through — with compassion, understanding, and even creativity? For ourselves and those still with us who we care for- we need to and perhaps are even obligated to find a way to manage our grief And move forward One person who has committed herself to helping people though this pathway in the best possible way is . Jodie Atkinson and she joins us here today . Jodie is a grief recovery specialist who has helped countless people process loss , is certified in the internationally recognized Grief Recovery Method®, a published author of a book called Have You Met My Grief, and a performer — yes, a performer — who’s transforming how we talk about and process grief . So whether you’re grieving, supporting someone who is, or just want to be a more understanding human — you’ll Probably want to hear what she has to say.

Right now, the average life expectancy in Australia is about 84 years for women and 80 for men — one of the highest in the world. Sounds good, right? But here’s the catch: the average number of healthy years — free from major disease or disability — is significantly lower. In many cases, people are spending the last 10 to 15 years of their lives battling chronic illness, loneliness, or struggling with mental decline. So, what does it really mean to live well? Shouldn’t we be focused on quality of life not just length of life ? Let’s look at three pillars that determine not just how long we live, but how well: Mental Health: Depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline are rising — not just in the elderly, but in young adults as well. What can we do to strengthen resilience, connection, and purpose? Physical Health: Sedentary lifestyles, poor nutrition, and stress are eroding our well-being — even as medicine extends our years. But are we just adding time, or are we adding life to those years? Social Connection: Study after study shows that loneliness is as dangerous to our health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Relationships matter — not just for happiness, but for survival. So today, let’s ask the bigger question: Are we living long, or are we living well? And what can we do — practically, personally, and collectively — to build lives filled with energy, connection, and purpose Our guest today is someone who is focused on these questions And more ………. Mary-Anne Bennett, from Adelaide Nutrition and Wellbeing. Mary-Anne is a Clinical Nutritionist, Master NLP Coach has a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine and is a Women’s Health Expertas well as the host of The Longevity Coach Podcast

Plautus, the ancient Roman playwright of the 3rd-2nd century BCE Said "Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than the fear. More recently but not in our lifetime the great artist Vincent Van Gogh said "What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?" About the same time and across the ocean Mark Twain Said   "Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear." And just for fun I’D like to tell what John Wayne said during my lifetime  "Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway." - John Wayne It’s fair to say that Courage is one of the keys to a happy productive life . There is little doubt that most of our regrets on our deathbed are not the things we did do——- but the things we did not do —— or even try out of fear or lack of confidence . One person who has committed herself to help in this area , reach their full potential and help others live happy fulfilled lives joins us here today . Lisa Infante is a Mindset Therapist Hypnotherapist, and Accountability Coach - and the founder of the Courage to Change Collective

Meaningful connections don’t just help us succeed — they help us survive and thrive. People with strong social ties live longer, cope better with stress, and are far less likely to suffer from anxiety and depression. In fact, loneliness has been shown to be as dangerous to our health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. And beyond the science, relationships give our lives purpose. They’re what lift us when we’re down, celebrate with us in our victories, and remind us that we’re not alone in our struggles. So today, we’ll explore how we can build relationships that shape our lives in a positive way — from the boardroom to the family room — and how strengthening our connections can be one of the most powerful ways we can change the world… starting with our own And the person who will be helping us start on that journey with today is Bindy Taylor She is a —mindset and relationship coach, retreat facilitator, and co-founder of Relating About Relationships and has established a program called You glow differently which we will talk about later and she will even tell you about a free give way today to help you build more trust connection, and clarity in your relationships

Over 98% of all businesses in Australia are classified as small to medium enterprises SME’s as they are widely known , employ nearly 7.5 million people in Australia and contribute close to 1/2 a trillion dollars or roughly one-third of Australia’s Gross domestic product While that seems impressive … In 66% of all Australian were employed by small and medium enterprises and they contributed 55% to the gross domestic product of Australia Why the drop ? The reasons for this are many. As always, there lie a world of daily challenges in business — from cash flow constraints and staffing shortages to digital transformation and fierce competition. And for those at the helm — the owners and leaders of these businesses — the pressures can be immense. In fact, a recent study found that over 60% of small business owners report feeling overwhelmed, citing long hours, lack of work-life balance, and uncertainty about the future. Leadership in this space often means wearing many hats — from HR and marketing to operations and finance — often with no or limited support. . Remember, these are small and medium size businesses they often have very limited or no training in areas like financial management, regulatory compliance , Human Resources , advertising , talent retention and leadership. One person who has committed herself to helping turn the tide and is focused on helping small to medium business people and leaders with these challenges is Toni Everard . She is a strategic business alignment coach and has 20 years experience banking, finance and accounting. For the past 10 years though she has been a coach, therapist and trainer of coaching and communication skills …… and we are lucky enough to have her join us here today