The Journey to Becoming an Accredited Speaker

If you’re like me, you might have some BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals) that inspire you. One of mine was to become an Accredited Speaker – a prestigious designation awarded by Toastmasters International, a world leader in communication and leadership development, which recognises outstanding Professional Speakers who perform at the highest level.

I’m thrilled to say that after beginning this process in 2021, I am now officially the first Accredited Speaker in New Zealand (and one of only 95 in the world!)

How NOT to start the year and what to do instead

Join me for this short interactive session to help you start the year out right. I’ll share a unique approach to goal setting that transforms the process by starting with a focus on how you want to feel (rather than what you want to do or achieve.) Grab a pen and paper and join me now… Get inspired and be … Read More

Three Secrets of Resilient People

Discover the fundamental shift in the ‘happiness equation’ that is required to create true happiness.

Shawn Achor author of The Happiness Advantage outlines how increasing happiness can change individuals, communities and the world.

Watch this outstanding and entertaining message in which he shares 5 practical ways to train your brain for happiness!

The Secret to GRIT

Discover the fundamental shift in the ‘happiness equation’ that is required to create true happiness.

Shawn Achor author of The Happiness Advantage outlines how increasing happiness can change individuals, communities and the world.

Watch this outstanding and entertaining message in which he shares 5 practical ways to train your brain for happiness!

THRIVE TV 049 – The Power of a Morning Routine with Kate Watkinson

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: How having a nourishing morning routine sets you up for a positive day.  Successful people’s morning routines.  Modern neuroscience on the power of mornings.  VIEW THE FULL EPISODE HERE Want to get notified of the next episode? Prefer to check out the podcast version of the show? ABOUT KATE: Kate is a women’s holistic wellbeing … Read More

Why NOT to make New Year’s Resolutions and What to do Instead

Why NOT to make New Years Resolutions and What to do Instead - Lauren Parsons

Typically New Year’s Resolutions are vague goals along the lines of “I’m going to eat better, exercise more, be more patient, get better at xyz, do more of this, less of that…” The challenge with these types of resolutions is that they’re non-specific, not necessarily linked to a bigger reason and they lack any sort of plan of action. Here … Read More

How to Motivate Yourself to Change Your Behaviour

Discover the fundamental shift in the ‘happiness equation’ that is required to create true happiness.

Shawn Achor author of The Happiness Advantage outlines how increasing happiness can change individuals, communities and the world.

Watch this outstanding and entertaining message in which he shares 5 practical ways to train your brain for happiness!

Resources to Help You Thrive in the New Normal, Post-Lockdown

Discover the fundamental shift in the ‘happiness equation’ that is required to create true happiness.

Shawn Achor author of The Happiness Advantage outlines how increasing happiness can change individuals, communities and the world.

Watch this outstanding and entertaining message in which he shares 5 practical ways to train your brain for happiness!

Dealing With Stress and Anxiety in Uncertain Times

Lauren Parsons - Dealing with Stress and Anxiety

Discover the fundamental shift in the ‘happiness equation’ that is required to create true happiness.

Shawn Achor author of The Happiness Advantage outlines how increasing happiness can change individuals, communities and the world.

Watch this outstanding and entertaining message in which he shares 5 practical ways to train your brain for happiness!