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Supporting leaders and organisations notice the patterns that lead to burnout - before they break

16/06/2026

Letting go isn’t easy.

Life is full of transitions, and this weekend I had a big one, with my little girl leaving for 7 weeks in Europe.

I don’t think of myself as a neurotic parent but it’s been interesting to observe the desire to want to be in constant contact, to check in about how she is, where she is, how her day has been, if she’s feeling ok, what’s the accomodation like, is she feeling safe, is she having fun! All the usual Mum things 😵‍💫

And then I remember what it must have been like for my parents when I came travelling to the other side of the world at 22, and how infrequently I called them to check in.

No WhatsApp, no Instagram - just radio silence for weeks at a time.

A different time and a different world perhaps, but what it gave me was a sense of freedom, the opportunity to develop my inner capacity and resilience, to separate from the safety net of family and learn to stand on my own two feet, make decisions and navigate uncertainty.

Powerful and necessary life skills which are difficult to develop in the modern world thanks to our current technologies (and text addictions!) keeping us in constant contact.

So the greatest gift I can give her right now is the space to explore the world, make her own decisions and become more independent, knowing that I’m only ever a phone call away.

But geez it’s hard! 🥴

12/06/2026

It's a challenging world for most of us right now, but for leaders, it's especially intense. Integrating AI into business, navigating restructures, a volatile global ecconomy and operating at an ever increasing speed.

However one factor consistently distinguishes organisations that flourish from those that merely survive: the wellbeing of their leaders.

Leaders who can regulate stress, maintain clarity under pressure and model healthy ways of working create stronger cultures, higher engagement and more sustainable performance across their teams.

It may feel impossible, but it’s not!

If you're a leader and need some inspiration, come join me along with Zaccaria Recruitment for an engaging and practical breakfast workshop exploring what it means to lead well—and thrive—in today's complex and demanding business environment.

📆 Wendesday 29th July, 7.30-9.00am
🏢 Cupra City Garage, Pitt Street, Sydney
🎟️ https://lnkd.in/g82eMr5t

11/06/2026

Most people are not thriving right now.

What I’m hearing from the majority of people I work with is:
❌ they’re stressed
❌ overwhelmed
❌ not sleeping
❌ have nothing left to give.

That’s what makes this recent statistic from so incredible.

That organisations that actively support the wellbeing of their employees have 65% of their staff report themselves to be thriving.

Not just surviving, but actively thriving - and not just at work, but thriving in life!

Just imagine what your mood, energy and engagement with life would feel like if you were thriving, and not just hanging on by your fingertips??

That’s the mission I’m on - to help more people shift into that state of being where life is enjoyable, easeful and having a deep sense of capacity to deal with challenges.

With regards to organisations though, it has to come from the top. For leaders to have real commitment to their own wellbeing, which then flows onto the organisation, the culture and staff wellbeing levels.

📣 If you’re a leader and need some inspiration, come join our Thriving Through Change: The New Leadership Advantage event on Wednesday 29th July.

DM for invite and details

10/06/2026

EOFY is fast approaching and many People and Culture teams are reviewing wellbeing and workforce development priorities.

So in the spirit of blatant self-promotion 😉 I thought it may be timely to share details of two Masterclasses that I have been delivering extensively across NSW Health that may be of interest to your organisation.

Over the past 12 months, more than 2,000 employees have attended these virtual 90-minute sessions focused on practical, evidence-based strategies to support wellbeing, resilience and sustainable performance.

The two sessions currently available are:
• Wellbeing That Works: Strategies to Recharge, Refocus and Thrive
• Leadership Tools for Workplace Wellbeing

The sessions are engaging, practical and designed for immediate real-world application, with a strong focus on psychological wellbeing, mindset, resilience and psychologically safe workplace cultures.

A recent participant shared:
📢 “Fantastic, well-researched and highly practical. Catherine brings real tools, deep expertise, and an engaging facilitation style that keeps people with her from start to finish.”

If your team is currently exploring wellbeing initiatives or considering how to utilise remaining wellbeing or workforce development budget allocation, reach out and we chat about options tailored to your organisation.

International teams also welcome!

28/05/2026

I worked as a pharmaceutical sales rep for 20 years.

I had fun, was good at it, won awards, had great customers, travelled the world. It was great.

Till it started to not feel true. Kind of like a pair of shoes that were a little too tight.

I noticed a nudge telling me to move, and to start doing work that felt more suited to who I really was and what I valued in life.

That I needed to bring together my training and years immersed in mindfulness, meditation and positive psychology and start sharing it with others.

It was bloody scary to walk away from security, a high income and the support of a great team, but I honestly felt like I didn’t have a choice.

Now, 5 years in, I have a business that helps high-functioning leaders and organisations notice the patterns that lead to burnout, before they break. To find a place of inner strength and stability amidst the chaotic and challenging systems they work in. And to find a deeper fulfilment and joy in their lives.

I love it, and so grateful I paid attention to that nudge.

❓What whispers are you currently hearing about your life that you need to listen to?

"I've had lots of different types of interactions with Catherine over the past few years, and the overwhelming sense of calm, centeredness and grounding I feel after meeting with her is consistent. She's a joy to be around and is always fully present and has a wealth of wisdom to share. I highly recommend working with her for individual, group and team needs." ~ Jennifer K, Roche

05/05/2026

Let’s talk about how to make wellbeing fit into your life.

Something I recommend to all my clients and workshop participants is the idea of bookending your day with small wellbeing habits.

Choosing a practice or two to set you up well for the day, and another that helps you settle down, let go of stress and break out of rumination at the end of the day.

The beautiful thing about rituals and routines is that it takes the effort out of thinking about timing. And the ritual becomes like brushing your teeth - you don’t question it because it’s good for you. You just do it!

Because it’s the small things we do each day that accumulate, become a way of life and affect how good (or bad!) we feel in our bodies.

And the single biggest factor that influences wellbeing levels is YOU! The decisions, the habits, the routines that you engage with, and the ones you let go of.

So make it small:
🌅 Maybe try no phone use in the first hour you wake up, getting sunlight into your eyes, some quiet stillness or meditation time, movement of some kind. Something in that first hour of the day that nourishes you and eases you into the day.

🌄 And in the evening, a journaling or gratitude practice to focus on what went well, warm bath or shower to wash off stress that’s accumulated, turning off screens an hour before bed, or a herbal tea and reading a book.

Think of these rituals as the minimum effective dose to support your wellbeing. Anchors that are non negotiables and can yield a sense of grounded stability and resourcefulness that help you deal with lifes challenges.

📣 So I’d love to hear from you, what are your non-negotiable daily routines that help you feel good?

01/05/2026

On todays Wellbeing Masterclass one of the participants asked about tips for how she can find her purpose in life, that's beyond her identity as mother, partner, friend, job title etc.

My take on purpose is that it's a word I don't particularly like. It feels too heavy, there's too much pressure attached to it. Like "if I just find my life purpose then everything will fall into place and life will be good".

I don't agree. Years ago it dawned on me that it's not purpose that we need to find, but instead reflect and connect to "what's my contribution to the world?"

What is it that really lights me up, makes me feel alive and is my gift and superpower? What is life calling forth in me to express and contribute in a way that it's going to be of benefit to others?

In the ecosystems we live and work in we're all different and our unique talents when contributed in an open-hearted and non-attached way, benefits the health of that whole ecosystem.

When we can live a life of contribution that's in alignement with what is true for us, and we follow that thread, then that's when can derive meaning and fulfilment in how we live our lives.

Have a great weekend! 💛

29/04/2026

Sometimes just having someone articulate the current reality can be incredibly reassuring and settling. We feel less alone, that it’s not just us or all in our head and there’s a sense of us all being in it together.

This current reality is unsettling, destabilising and often hard to understand.

Even more reason for us to gather together, feel the support of a community and learn strategies to take care of ourselves better.

📣 Get in touch if you’d like these sessions for your organisation

28/04/2026

I’m delighted to be running another series of fully booked Leadership and Wellbeing Masterclasses for Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) and NSW Health.

Thanks Gail Forrest and all the team at HETI for continuing to support and invest in wellbeing.

These 90-minute sessions are highly engaging, interactive, reflective and practical and I’m grateful for the opportunity to deliver this content for the third time.

📣 If anyone in my network has any contacts within the education teams of QLD, VIC, SA and WA Health they could introduce me to so we can help more healthcare workers, I’d really appreciate it 🙏

21/04/2026

I love when virtual connections become in-person meet ups!

Was great to enjoy a walking meeting yesterday afternoon with Declan Edwards - someone I’ve followed and admired for a few years, discussing all things positive psychology and workplace happiness and wellbeing.

So nice to bounce ideas around and learn more about each others love of living a more self-aware and conscious life. Thanks Declan!

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