In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, I share a journey I never anticipated having to undertake. I have been diagnosed with breast cancer, and through the raw emotions and the challenging experience, I've found profound lessons and awareness. This episode isn't just about my diagnosis; it's about resilience, the importance of community, and the deep impact such news has on every facet of life. Join me as I recount the initial discovery, the whirlwind of hospital visits, the struggle of informing loved ones, and the ongoing battle with treatments. My hope is that my story will inspire and support others, offering a sense of connection and a reminder that we are never alone in our toughest battles.

Here are the highlights:

01:12 My doctor sent me to the early screening clinic.

05:02 Facing chemotherapy challenges with medical care and charity support.

06:17 I was able to use my coherence breathing to help me get through it and the administering of the chemo drugs.

07:09 Seeking emotional support, beyond cancer diagnosis challenges.

08:14 Ladies check your boobs. No matter what age you are.

Breast cancer awareness charity-

https://breastcancernow.org

Cancer Support Charities -

https://www.maggies.org

https://www.janescarthhouse.co.uk

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About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

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Exploring the essence of creativity and how we can nurture it to its fullest potential. Whether you're a leader, coach, writer, podcaster, or simply someone seeking to infuse more creativity and innovation into your life, this episode is packed with valuable insights. I share personal reflections, practical tips, and mindfulness practices to help clear mental, emotional, and physical space for creative exploration. Highlighting the importance of playfulness, setting boundaries, and knowing when to step back to recharge. Join me as I explore the vast landscape of creativity and discover new ways to cultivate innovative ideas and solutions.

Here are the highlights:

01:09 We need fresh, new, innovative ideas.

02:04 Creativity is deeply reflective

03:51 Clearing space for creativity allows for growth and new ideas to take root.

09:09 Embracing different hobbies allows you to create space for creativity.

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About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

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What happens when we don’t feel heard, valued, or respected? In this episode, we will be exploring why conventional "levels of listening" might fall short. Either you are listening deeply or you're not. I share the obscure red flags of poor listening habits, like listening to win an argument or to persuade, and emphasise the transformative benefits of deep listening. From building stronger connections to fostering innovative solutions, I offer practical tips for leaders to enhance their listening skills by regulating their nervous systems, remaining curious, and approaching conversations with empathy. Tune in to discover how true, deep listening can revolutionise your leadership and personal relationships in our increasingly complex world.

Here are the highlights:

01:07 Recognise lack of reassurance and activate change.

04:15 Building capacity for thriving in a complex world.

07:38 Develop deep listening skills for profound connections.

13:17 Conscious leadership, deep listening, expanding perspectives in leadership.

14:49 Connect and work together, keep listening deeply.

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About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

This week, we're talking about the concept of conscious leadership. I'm guiding you through the distinctions between conscious and unconscious leadership, exploring how our awareness and responsiveness impact our ability to lead effectively. We’ll learn about the vital shift from reactive to proactive states using the powerful metaphor of being "above or below the line." I also introduce you to the "To Me" and "By Me" modes of living and leading, offering practical steps to elevate your state of consciousness. Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring to make a positive impact in your community, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead with greater awareness and empathy. Dive in, and discover how to transform your leadership style and create meaningful change in the world around you.

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Here are the highlights:

01:04 Lack of awareness in leadership requires change.

04:57 Conscious leaders are self-aware and truth-telling.

06:39 Four ways of living, leading and relating.

12:47 Body's signals: emotions, needs, behaviour, responsibility.

16:21 Maintain awareness and acceptance to regulate yourself.

18:17 Focus on personal consciousness to positively influence others.

20:25 Shift, listen deeply, connect, live purposefully.

About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the transformative power of our breath with a focus on coherence breathing. I share my personal journey of discovering coherence breathing after facing significant health challenges, and how this technique has since become a core part of my coaching practice.

We'll explore the science behind heart rate variability and its importance for overall health, the benefits of coherence breathing, and the practical steps you can take to incorporate this powerful tool into your daily life. I also discuss the impact of coherent breathing on stress reduction, emotional resilience, cognitive performance, and physical well-being. I also share inspiring stories from my own life and from clients, illustrating the profound changes that coherence breathing can bring.

So, whether you're new to coherence breathing or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you harness the power of your breath and create positive, lasting change.

Here are the highlights:

01:23 Heart issues led to a wake-up call.

03:34 Introduced to coherence breathing and HeartMath.

07:21 Coherence breathing balances the nervous system, reduces stress.

11:40 Excess stress hormones harm health, HeartMath helps.

13:30 Recommend Inner Balance Coherent Plus for personal use.

18:51 Practical tips for coherence breathing.

23:01 Develop awareness, practice coherent breathing for transformation.

Download your copy of 5 simple steps to stop stress hijacking your day and access more calm and creativity:

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About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

In today's episode, I explore the crucial concept of capacity, exploring why it's essential for managing life's challenges and achieving a state of flow. I outline the key factors that impact our capacity, thoughts, emotions, nervous system, mind-body coherence, and energy levels.

I share some top strategies to build and sustain it from self-awareness and coherence breathing to mindfulness, self-care, and professional support. Tune in to discover how to navigate life's complexities with greater calm and creativity, and learn techniques to boost your energy and emotional intelligence.

Here are the highlights:

05:43 Stress depletes energy, but it can be recharged.

08:08 Strategies for building capacity through self-awareness.

13:00 Recover from trauma, build capacity, and seek support.

14:04 Prioritise holistic well-being and build self-awareness.

Download your copy of 5 simple steps to stop stress hijacking your day and access more calm and creativity:

https://charlenekidd.com/download-stop-stress-hijacking

About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

In today's episode, we're talking about understanding and embodying your soul's purpose. Let's explore how discovering this profound aspect of yourself can lead to pivotal moments in your life, shaping who you are and guiding you towards creating positive changes in the world.

I’ll walk you through the different types of purpose - default, created, and soul's purpose, and share eight insightful steps to help you uncover and align with your true mission. Whether you've experienced a profound event or are seeking deeper meaning in your life, this episode is designed to guide you on the transformative journey of connecting with your soul's purpose.

Here are the highlights:

03:35 Creating purpose means defining and pursuing goals.

07:27 Influence of culture and society shapes us.

10:54 Identify golden threads and seek support for purpose.

14:12 Enhanced motivation and purpose leads to positive change.

17:23 Steps to discover your soul's purpose and create impact.

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About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach

In today's episode, I explore the transformative journey of adult development, drawing insights from the theory developed by Bob Keegan and other prominent theorists.

I’ll be Introducing a framework that allows us to map out our growth to help us understand where we've been, where we are, and where we might be headed. Let's dive in!

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Here are the highlights:

00:06 Theory emphasises self-transformational journey to understand yourself better.

05:01 Moving from socialised to self-authored leadership.

07:46 Self-transformation fuels contribution, growth, and innovation.

About Charlene:

Charlene Kidd is a transformational leadership coach with 23 years’ of leadership experience, holds a degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Integrated Centre Leadership and is an accredited coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation).

Her mission is to champion a new wave of creative conscious leadership by supporting leaders in defining and embodying their purpose to enact profound positive change. She has developed the Profound Impact Framework® to integrate these key elements.

Charlene specialises in aiding clients to embody their purpose and unique gifts, ensuring that their words, actions, and way of being transmit that purpose to the world. Her approach focuses on supporting conscious leaders in building their capacity and accessing their creativity, innovation, and intuition to take aligned action on their purpose, values, strengths, and vision.

Connect with Charlene:

Book a call with me to find out more about transformational leadership coaching:

https://charlenekidd.com/contact

Email: coach@charlenekidd.com

Website: https://charlenekidd.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-kidd-coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekiddcoach