One Life Matters is all about helping you navigate the mess, the magic, the ups and downs and all the inbetween bits of life and being human. The doubts, anxiety, low self-esteem and that inner critic that holds you back...we're talking about it all here.
How often do you catch yourself spiraling into self-criticism over a single mistake or a delayed text message? We spend all day narrating our lives, but the voice in our heads frequently acts as our worst inner critic rather than an inner friend.
In this episode, I look into the psychology of self-talk and why the stories we tell ourselves matter so much. Instead of forcing toxic positivity or standing in front of a mirror chanting fake affirmations, we explore how to build a realistic, compassionate inner voice.
2 Oct 2026
Episode 25 - I'm Ok If You're Ok
Many of us learn as children that keeping everyone else happy is the safest way to live, so we grow up into "peacekeepers" who constantly monitor other people's moods and tie our own well-being to their approval. But this habit of constantly rescuing others isn't just about being kind, it's often a way to soothe our own anxiety and find a bit of inner peace.
4 Sept 2026
Episode 24 - The Strong One: The Cost of Always Coping
This episode explores how being the dependable "strong one" often stems from childhood responsibilities, where helpfulness became an identity tied to safety and self-worth. Ultimately, it offers small, manageable steps to help listeners break free from the exhaustion of perpetual caretaking and prioritise their own well-being.
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