The Caroline Flanagan Podcast

Practical, proven strategies to overcome Imposter Syndrome and build lasting confidence. No fluff. Just actionable tools and mindset shifts you can use immediately.

Caroline Flanagan Podcast

Episode #52 Thought Drama

‘Thought drama’ refers to the repetitive, unproductive cycles of thinking that is keeping you stuck. It’s not thinking that’s the problem. It’s our lack of control or discipline over it....

Episode #51 The FONK

This week I’m introducing you to the FONK! You’ve heard of FOMO – the fear of missing out. The FONK is also a fear. But instead of being the fear...

Episode #50: Why Work With a Coach?

Would you consider working with a Coach? Occasionally when I ask this question the answer is an emphatic no. When I dig a little deeper I discover that lots of...

Episode #49 Get Your Self Care Back On Track

This week I’m talking self-care and reminding you that you are your most important asset. You already know this, but are you living it? Sleep, diet, exercise, and downtime –...

Episode #48 Who Are You Becoming?

This week I’m taking inspiration from Michelle Obama’s book “Becoming” to ask you: “Who are you becoming?” It’s a powerful question to remind you that your life is a work...

Episode #47 Set Yourself Up For Failure

How often have you avoided setting an ambitious goal or seizing an opportunity because you didn’t want to set yourself up for failure? I hear it all the time, and...

Episode #46 Decisions

You could say life is all about decisions. Not just the big decisions you make – such as what to do, where to live and when to start a family;...

Episode #45 Your Relationship With Yourself

In this week’s episode, I’m focusing on a relationship which you probably don’t give much thought to. It’s the relationship you’re most likely to take granted, the one you most...

Episode #44 Listen Closely

Listening – it’s a capacity most of us have, but we carelessly overlook, under use or often take for granted. As a coach It’s my job to be able to...

Episode #43 Living Your Why

It’s time to start planning for the New Year. But before you rush into making those New Year’s resolutions, it’s important to do an assessment of your past year –...

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