[PODCAST] Money, Trauma, and Healing Your Financial Story
What if money wasn’t just about numbers, but a mirror reflecting your inner world? In Episode 93 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I spoke with Monica Kaufman, trauma-informed financial planner and founder of Harmony Wealth Academy, to explore how our personal histories, traumas, and inherited money stories shape the way
[PODCAST] How to Tame the Voice of Your Inner Narcissist
In this empowering episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I am joined by Emma Lyons, trauma healer, shame exorcist, and Self Liberation Mentor who works specifically with quiet achievers, especially women who have internalised a voice of narcissistic control and mistaken it for their own. Emma shares her journey of overcoming depression,
[PODCAST] Emotional Intelligence for Introverted Leaders
My guest Emily Erstad M.A CCC-SLP articulates so accurately the “Introvert Dilemma”: Introverts possess a phenomenal sense of self-awareness and incredible observation powers. These are crucial leadership and emotional intelligence skills – you can’t build good relationships or a strong team without them. BUT we also have a tendency to
[PODCAST] Sovereignty, Self-Trust, and Intimacy: A Conversation with Hani Cheng
What does it mean to live in your truth? To lead not just with strategy, but with presence, authenticity, and self-trust? In a world that often rewards certainty, efficiency, and performance, these questions are both radical and necessary. In a recent episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I spoke with
[PODCAST] How to Take Charge of Your Career
In Episode 78 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, Serena speaks with Vimala Thangaveloo, a former Fortune 500 attorney turned executive coach. Vimala’s journey from the courtroom to coaching is a story of embracing transitions and using personal differences as superpowers. She shares her transformative GPS framework, which helps professionals —
[PODCAST] Embracing Cultural Roots and Advocating for Change
On Episode 70 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I chat with Jawaria Mahmood, a dynamic advocate from Perth, Western Australia. Jawaria shares her inspiring journey from being an engineer in Pakistan to becoming a trailblazer for bilingual storytime sessions in Australian libraries, a champion for STEM education for young girls,
[PODCAST] Balloons, Biology, and the Courage to be Uncomfortable
In Episode 71 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, meet Dr. Chloe Lim—a molecular biologist turned entrepreneur, educator, and balloon artist. Chloe shares how pursuing an academic career in biomedical science led her to discovering a passion for creativity and entrepreneurship.We discuss the challenges of imposter syndrome, redefining success, and embracing
[PODCAST] How to avoid overwhelm at in-person events as an introvert and HSP
LISTEN to Episode 72 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast. Signed up for an all-day conference, but getting cold feet at the thought of spending 9-5 in a crowded, unfamiliar space with strangers? You’re not alone. Learn how to honour your needs when attending all-day conferences and workshops so you can
[PODCAST] Feel the Fear and Speak Anyway
Do you freeze up at the thought of public speaking? Feel like your quiet personality doesn’t “fit” on stage? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to change who you are to be heard. In Episode 73 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I’m joined by speaker, comedian, and six-time author Mahlena-Rae
[PODCAST] How to find your right next step in life
In this solo episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I delve into the process of finding the right next step in life, especially when it feels like you need to have all the answers before moving forward. I reflect on my own experiences of overthinking and the pressure to please
