Yes You

Redefining Success: Find Your North Star

We all want to be successful, right? But have you considered what that really means for you? There's no definitive example of a successful person, life, or business. It means something different for each of us, and is ours to define for ourselves. What does it mean for you? Success is not so much a finish line to cross, but a north star guiding us on our way. It's away of being, regardless of any finite goals we may set and whether or not we achieve them. Consider your own idea of success...

Burnout: My Story and Real Life Tips

I've been through burnout twice, and I learned a lot each time. And last time, I made a promise to myself that I'd never let it happen again.  In this episode we're taking a look at what burnout is and what we can do to help prevent it. I share my experiences of being burnt out and lessons I've learned along the way, as well as tips for how to recognise it and what to do if you're burned out or on the way there. From this episode: Check out the First Nations Film Festival this NAIDOC Week....

Getting to Know Your Business' Seasons

Have you ever thought about tracking the seasons in your business? I don't mean just tracking sales. I mean paying attention to the ebb and flow unique to your business. As you build a picture of this over time, you can begin to anticipate what's ahead and make plans to use each season in the best way for you.  A quiet patch in business can be stressful if it's unexpected and you don't know how long it's going to last! But if you can see it coming, you can plan ahead and use it for rest or ...

Surprise, it's Perimenopause! with Naturopath Louisa Carter

Naturopath (and my sister🥰) Louisa Carter shares what she sees in her practice supporting women through perimenopause. Often people have recently ramped up anxiety, sleep issues, and PMS with seemingly no explanation, not realising the hormonal fluctuations of this life season could be responsible. We chat about how to best support yourself during this time, and Louisa shares her own approach, personally, to this life transition. From today's episode: Connect with  Louisa at: louisacarte...

What are you practising and where is it leading you?

In today's episode we're looking at the thoughts and actions that you're practising over and over, maybe even without realising it.... and where these might be taking you.   If you practice playing guitar every day, you'll get into the habit of practising AND you'll probably get good at the guitar.  That's obvious.  But what about the thoughts you're practising? And the words, and the behaviours?  Are they leading you in the direction you want to go? As you illuminate any of your unconscio...

Why sharing your goals with the right people can actually help you achieve them

Do you tend to tell other people about goals you have for yourself? Who do you tell? How has that worked out for you? Today we're chatting about whether sharing your goals with others makes a difference in actually achieving the goal. It turns out, the real question might not be whether you share your goals, but who you share them with. I'm chatting from my own experience and looking at what different research suggests. * * * * * If you're interested in my upcoming group mentoring program,...

Should I tell people about my goals?

Do you tend to tell other people about goals you have for yourself? Who do you tell? How has that worked out for you? Today we're chatting about whether sharing your goals with others makes a difference in actually achieving the goal. It turns out, the real question might not be whether you share your goals, but who you share them with. I'm chatting from my own experience and what different research suggests. * * * * * If you're interested in my upcoming group mentoring program, send me an...

10 years, one business, and still loving it

Do you love what you do? I'm really grateful that I can genuinely say I do. My business, Eve Studio, just passed the 10 year mileston, and after all these years, I am still loving it.  In today's episode, I'm sharing why. If you're interested in my upcoming group mentoring program, send me an email at [email protected]   I'll add you to the waitlist so you're first to know when it opens for registrations. There are limited spots, so if it's of interest, definitely get yourself on the...

Meditation for grounding yourself

Feeling a bit flighty? Whether it's a physical restlessness, emotional flutters or racing thoughts, this 10 minute guided meditation will help you settle and ground yourself.   Ideally done seated, you could also do this meditation while standing or walking. Let's Connect! I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with any questions, suggestions for future episode topics, and to let me know how you're going applying what I share in the podcast in your own life. Follow me on instagr...

5 tips for when it's all a bit much

You know those moments when you find yourself feeling frazzled? Overstimulated? Pulled in a million directions? I had one of those moments just the other day. It crept up on me. I was feeling fine and then, seemingly suddenly (though not actually suddenly) It all just felt like a bit much.  In today's episode I'm sharing about those moments and offering 5 things you can try when they happen to you. You probably have a toolkit for how you handle stress. Consider this episode a 5-pack set of ...

Refresh your motivation with a seasonal approach

Ok, so despite the fact that I've been sharing about living according to seasons and cycles for years now, it turns out I had a blind spot. It hadn't occurred to me to take a seasonal approach to this podcast. 🤦🏼‍♀️  It turns out, just a simple shift of mindset and bringing in a seasonal approach made a big difference, renewing my motivation and inspiring some fresh ideas. So as we launch into what is now officially Season 2, I'm sharing more on that, and asking you (yes you!) if a similar...

Chat with Tarin Calmeyer - Co-founder of Remote Team Wellness

Today I'm chatting with the wonderful Tarin Calmeyer.  Tarin and I met when we were training to become yoga teachers and, thanks to the way she said 'hello', became instant friends. Tarin was all set for a career in dance, but an injury meant her path changed direction. She has studied Osteopathy, consulted 5-star resorts on their wellness programs, and lived all over the world.  In 2020, Tarin and her partner (now husband) were separated for 10 months due to lockdown, and to stay connected...

#71. Chat with Tarin Calmeyer - Co-founder of Remote Team Wellness

Today I'm chatting with the wonderful Tarin Calmeyer.  Tarin and I met when we were training to become yoga teachers and, thanks to the way she said 'hello', became instant friends. Tarin was all set for a career in dance, but an injury meant her path changed direction. She has studied Osteopathy, consulted 5-star resorts on their wellness programs, and lived all over the world.  In 2020, Tarin and her partner (now husband) were separated for 10 months due to lockdown, and to stay connected...

#70 When Things Go Wrong

I had an experience recently where things went wrong. Like kinda scarily wrong. In this episode I'll tell you the story of what happened, along with some tips to help you when things 'go wrong', whether in your business, work, relationships, or your health. References from this episode: Radio National interview with Stan Grant, by Scott Stephens.  Do yourself a favour. Grab a cuppa, sit down and listen to this interview.  https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/big-weekend-of-books/st...

#69 Meditation: Meeting emotions that are present (or stuck) in your body

This guided meditation will help you to be with emotions as they show up in your body. Rather than analysing the emotion, we meet it as physical sensation. Instead of judgment, we bring curiosity. Notice what a difference loving awareness makes. This meditation is a great one if you've had a situation or event that 'caused' a reaction in your body like a 'lump in your throat' or 'weight on your chest' or 'butterflies in your tummy'. But it can also be a good one just to check in with your ...

68. Menstrual Leave - Part 2

Menstrual Leave is becoming increasingly common across the world, including in Australia. To me, that's a good thing. But it's not completely simple. In this episode I chat about some of the ideas and questions you've shared with me, as well as some of the concerns about menstrual leave. Is it a positive step for feminism, or could it even set us back?  Have a listen, and get in touch to let me know what you think! References in this episode: Vic Women's Trust have a menstrual leave policy...

Menstrual Leave: How (and why) I brought it into my business

In today's episode I share about how and why I started offering menstrual leave in my business, Eve.  It came out of my personal experience of resting during my period, and seeing what a positive difference that made in my life. It was also about wanting to be part of the change that I believe we need in the world. I talk about the practicality of bringing in menstrual leave, and the financial cost to the business.  Does your employer offer menstrual leave? Or if you have a business, do yo...

66. When your period goes rogue

What do you do when your period arrives super early, or late, or behaves differently than you're used to? It could be easy to get frustrated or feel like you're body's doing something wrong. But in this episode I share some tips for listening, learning and honouring your cycle, even when it seems to have gone rogue. References in this episode: Book:  The Period Repair Manual  by Lara Briden Let's Connect! I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with any questions, suggestions for...

65. Is your goal TOO big?

In a world where goals are meant to be 'big, hairy and audacious', and where 'if your dream doesn't scare you, you're not dreaming big enough' this might be a controversial question... is your goal too big? Now stay with me here. I had a conversation with a dear friend in Nepal, and I asked him what he believed was the key to happiness. His answer (which I share in this episode) got me thinking about goals, and whether our goals actually enhance our lives? Not just in the future, when they...

64. Beware This Trap When Starting Something New

Today I'm sharing a little trap I've fallen into a number of times when starting new things.  It's a sneaky one that can undermine the success of getting something new - like a new routine or habit - off the ground.  And of course, I've got some ideas for how to avoid falling into this trap, and how to get out of it quickly if we happen to fall in. Follow me on instagram: @_anniecarter And head to my website for some free gifts, and to sign up for emails from me.  anniecarter.com.au Links...

63. Knowing When to Start

As I prepared to kick off Yes You for 2023, I got thinking about starting things. More specifically, about the timing for starting things.  Are you inclined to jump in with no hesitation? Or do you brew an idea for a while before you take action? Whether it's a business, a personal project or a new routine, giving some attention to when we start it can be the difference between a big success and a fizzle-out.  In this episode I share four tips to help you find the best timing for the next...

Keeping Your Vitality

As we approach the end of the year, things can get pretty busy, whether it's with work, family or the festivities of this time.  It's really easy to find ourselves running on empty.  The temptation may be to 'write ourselves off' until the new year - to stop trying to take care of ourselves amidst it all. But what does this mean for our relationship to ourselves? In this episode, the last one of the year, I encourage you to find ways to retain your energy, and to spend it deliberately. This ...

You, Fully Alive - Some Questions to Get You There

'Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.' I love this quote from Howard Thurman. And I love seeing people who are fully alive, fully themselves. I come away from being around those people feeling more alive myself. It's a beautiful ripple effect. So in today's episode I'm asking you some questions to help you tune into what makes you 'come alive', and then take a look at how you can do more of...

Never Promise Perfect

Calling all perfectionists, and those who are perfectionists but don't even realise! So everone, really.  Perfectionism is rife in our culture, with a particular potency and flavour among women. And somtimes it's just below the surface, holding us back in ways we're not even aware of. Today's episode poses the question, 'when did you promise perfect, and who did you promise it to?'  We look at signs you might be unconsciously 'promising perfect' to yourself or others, why this is really unhe...

Let's Talk about Triggers

It seems like we've all adopted the language and concept of 'being triggered', but is it helping us? In today's episode I suggest that maybe we're focusing on the wrong thing.  The trigger itself might be interesting, but if we notice the trigger while missing the opportunity to explore what it's set off in us, we're probably no better off.  And just avoiding triggers at all costs may not be working for us either.  To quote Ana Forest: 'Never waste a good trigger.' Let's look at what our ...

The New Story of Menopause - A conversation with Alexandra Pope

I've had lots of requests to talk about menopause, and I'm so happy to bring you this conversation with Alexandra Pope from Red School. Alexandra is an inspiration in her example and her teachings about conscious menopause. She's committed to telling a much-needed new story of menopause. We talk about her own experience, and about her soon-to-be-released book, Wise Power: Discover the Liberating Power of Menopause to Awaken Authority, Purpose and Belonging, co-authored with Sjanie Hugo Wur...

Small Biz Lessons from Riding a Scooter in Bali

Riding a scooter in Bali can be pretty hectic. And so can starting and running a small biz! I spent many hours riding around Bali earlier this year, and couldn't help myself finding parallels between the two.  Turns out scooter-riding in Bali has quite a bit to teach us for life and business. Jump on the back of my virtual scooter (and by that I mean click play on this episode!) and I'll share what I learned. Follow me on instagram: @_anniecarter And head to my website for some free gifts, ...

Business Lessons from Riding a Scooter in Bali

The Moment in Between

What do you do in the moments between consumption and contribution? Between giving and getting? Are you quick to move on to what's next? Or can you linger in the pause?  I've noticed something special in my pranayama (breath-practice). The inhale and the exhale have qualities of their own, but there's something about the space in between the breaths. It's like dropping into total stillness, a taste of bliss.  In today's episode I talk about finding these moments in between, not just in pra...

How I set goals (and actually follow through on them)

One of the most common requests I have from listeners is to share more about my goal setting / planning process. So here it is! As we land at the end of the financial year, you might be thinking about goals for the twelve months ahead. While I tend to set personal intentions and goals according to the calendar year, in my business, I usually work with the financial year instead.  In this episode I share my process for reflecting on the year that’s been, setting goals for the year ahead and...

Leadership Listening Circle - Dusk Liney holds space for me

This episode is a little different. For starters, I’m not the one asking the questions. My dear friend, Dusk Liney (@thelisteningmama) is holding space for me as I reflect on leadership. The interview was recorded in Feb 2022, a time when it felt my leadership skills and values had been thoroughly tested as we moved through one ‘unprecedented time’ after another! The format for our chat is unique too. A big part of Dusk’s beautiful work is holding listening circles, and so she approached th...

Whats Stopping You?

After a bit of a break, Yes You is back., and I'm coming to you from beautiful Bali. Working remotely has long been part of my dream as a business owner. In this episode I share about how one little question moved it from a dream into a reality. Looking at Thoreau's quote, 'Go confidently in the direction of your dreams... live the life you've imagined' I ask what would it mean for you to take a step or two in the direction of your dreams? Episodes now on Youtube! You can now watch Yes Y...

Phew! That's fifty-two episodes!

Reaching one year (or 52 episodes) of this podcast, feels like an important milestone to me. Whenever I’ve found myself wondering whether I should keep going, I’d tell myself, just get to 52 episodes, and then see. And so here we are!  So this week, I share about the whole experience. I chat about why I started the podcast in the first place, some of the practicalities of how I do it, what I’ve loved, and what’s been tough. This will be a great listen if you’re interested in starting a podc...

Meditation for an Active Mind

As we head towards the end of the year, it can be a busy time. Lots to do, lots to think about! So it’s especially important to give yourself a break, taking some time out to calm your body, mind and nervous system. Join me for a brief guided meditation for an active mind. Feedback I’d love your feedback about Yes You! I want to know what you’re enjoying about it, what you want to hear more of, any questions you might have for me.  Please head to my instagram and to share your feedback. ...

Time to rewrite your #bodygoals

It’s that time of year again, when the diet, fitness and beauty industries make a massive push for your dollars by convincing, reminding and confirming that you are not enough. Just some of the words for women’s bodies  I’ve seen used in advertisements recently include: lumps, bumps, crepey, jowls, excess, ugly.  I mean, really?! And the expectation is that we can and should ‘fix’ all of these ‘problems’ by Christmas! Like we need one more thing to do at this busy time of year.  Please don’...

Got PMS? Try These Five Things

If you’re a menstruator, then you spend a good chunk of your life being premenstrual. So it makes sense to have a pretty full kit of techniques to support yourself during this time. In today’s episode, I share five things you may not have tried yet. Have a listen, give them a go, and see how they feel for you.  Want my Premenstrual Playlist? It’s a mix of tunes for a range of premenstrual feels.  Turn off the lights, close the doors and dance it out!  Get the playlist here: anniecarter...

Fashion, Circular Economy, Autism & Business: A Chat with Kirsta Hawkins (Mutual Muse)

Today I’m chatting with Kirsta Hawkins, the incredible woman behind the much-loved second-hand clothing business, Mutual Muse. We both started our businesses at the same time in the same neighbourhood, in May 2014, and our paths have been intertwined since then.  Kirsta shares the idea behind her business and how she’s made it a reality. We talk about her passion for fashion and helping people play with finding their personal style. Kirsta also shares about being diagnosed with Autism in he...

If I do nothing else today, I will...

Today I’m sharing a simple technique that could help you get clear on what matters to you, cut through some overwhelm, and ultimately feel good at the end of your day. Have a try starting your day with this sentence: ‘If I do nothing else today, I will…’    Have a listen to the episode for more on how and why to use this technique. I’d love your feedback about Yes You! I want to know what you’re enjoying about it, what you want to hear more of, any questions you might have for me.  Please...

Knowing when to stop

Let's Connect! I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with any questions, suggestions for future episode topics, and to let me know how you're going applying what I share in the podcast in your own life. Follow me on instagram: @_anniecarter And head to my website anniecarter.com.au for some free gifts, and to sign up for emails from me. Reviews Please help spread the word about Yes You. Tell your mates. Write a review. Post a screenshot of episodes you love on your socials. Th...

Walking Hibernation - Don't skip it!

Did you know there’s a phase that hibernating animals go through as they emerge from hibernation? It’s a time of gradually getting back into their usual activities, but slowly. As we emerge from our own hibernation periods (hello, the world’s longest lock down!) we would be very wise not to skip this step. In today’s episode I offer some suggestions for emerging from times of withdrawal or reduced activity, well.  References: Baker Boy’s brand new album: Gela https://open.spotify.com/albu...

Pregnancy & Infant Loss: Interview with Clare Chambers

October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss (PAIL) Remembrance Month and 15th October is PAIL Day. In this week’s episode, I speak with Clare Chambers as she shares the story of her first pregnancy which ended in the stillbirth of her precious daughter, Skye, at 35 weeks. We talk about how Clare grieved, and continues to grieve, this devastating loss, the reactions of her friends and family, and how she managed to keep a loving connection with her body. Clare also shares some vital information for pr...

Intuition vs. Anxiety

‘Trust your gut’ or ‘Listen to your body’ sound like great ideas! But what happens when your body (including your gut) is constantly sounding the alarm that you’re under threat, even when you’re not? Tuning into your intuition can be really difficult when your anxiety is constantly scrambling the messages. Today we talk about how to distinguish between intuition and anxiety, and what you can do to quieten your anxiety to give more space for your intuition to speak. References: Mother Tongu...

Be How You Wanna Be

Today I’m offering a shift of focus from what you’re going to do, to how you’re going to be. Sometimes we can be all about the to-do list, or achieving a particular goal, without giving attention (or intention) to how we want to be along the way. And this can lead to completing tasks or achieving outcomes, but winding up with a sense of dissatisfaction about how the experience felt, or the kind of person we became in the process.  Pausing to consider and set intention for how we want to be ...

Pavlov's Dog and Me

Today I’m sharing about the time I Pavlov-ed myself, and then coined the phrase, ‘Pavlov yourself!’ :D   When I found myself in a situation that I couldn’t change, but was regularly causing me stress, I did an experiment to see if I could change my conditioned response to the situation. And it turns out it worked! Listen to my story, and learn how you too can ‘Pavlov yourself!’  Join the Eve Book Club!  We’ll be reading Anita Heiss’ book, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdulay (River of Dreams) Follo...

Following the Ayurvedic Clock

The ancient wisdom of Ayurveda teaches that nature is made up of five states: earth, water, fire, air and ether, and that different combinations of these form the doshas, Kapha, Pitta and Vata. You may have heard that each one of us has a particular type, made up of these doshas, but did you know that the doshas also govern different times of day? In this episode, we look at the Ayurvedic clock and how we might optimise our energy and wellbeing by aligning with these times. This is a great w...

3 Months, 33 Items of Clothing - A Chat with Kathy Peterson about Project 333

My friend and colleague, Kathy Peterson, and I just finished our first ever round of Project 333. It involves limiting your wardrobe to 33 items for three months. In this episode we chat about why we decided to do it, how the reality stacked up against our expectations, and the unexpected benefits of the experience. If you’re interested in living with less, reducing decision fatigue, or just trying something different, this could be for you. Have a listen as we chat through our experience an...

Your Menstrual Cycle in Lockdown

Any time is a good time to get in touch with your menstrual cycle. But lockdown provides a unique landscape against which to witness your inner seasons. When you’re pretty much living groundhog day, you can really notice the ebbs and flows of your energy, motivation, mindset and mood. In today’s episode I talk about using the sameness of your lockdown days to observe the shifts in your menstrual cycle. You can, of course, still apply this if you’re not in lockdown. And if you’re not a menstr...

Your Menstrual Cycle in Lockdown

Any time is a good time to get in touch with your menstrual cycle. But lockdown provides a unique landscape against which to witness your inner seasons. When you’re pretty much living groundhog day, you can really notice the ebbs and flows of your energy, motivation, mindset and mood. In today’s episode I talk about using the sameness of your lockdown days to observe the shifts in your menstrual cycle. You can, of course, still apply this if you’re not in lockdown. And if you’re not a menstr...

Showing up for Life's Bitter-Sweetness

Life is both awful and beautiful, devastating and joyful, bitter and sweet. In today’s episode I talk about embracing life’s bittersweetness and finding the exquisite richness in that. Rather than being overwhelmed with the suffering in this life, or ignoring it completely to pretend everything’s fine, what is it like for us to be present for all of it, one moment to the next, and perhaps sometimes all in a single moment?  Know Your Country is a campaign to have a First Nations Cultural Edu...

I Wanna Be Like...

We don’t have to spend a fortune on books, webinars, courses and mentors to develop as leaders. There are lessons all around us all the time, if we’ll pay attention. In this episode I talk about observing and emulating qualities of leaders we respect, as well as learning from and avoiding replicating those we don’t. Rather than just reacting with admiration, comparison or judgment, why not use our observations to grow as humans and as leaders?  In this episode, I refer to NITV https://www.s...