April 2014 - Julia Matheson

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23.04.14 'Become selfish'. To most people this statement sounds exactly what it states - selfish. An instruction to become a naval-gasing, egotistical and self centred human being. Selfish. A little word that comes with a WHOLE load of luggage. I'm sure we've all been accused of being selfish at some point in our lives, it doesn't feel very nice does it? I was discussing this topic with... Read More »

the dating jungle

21.04.14 So in one week I have been more pro-active in my love life than I have in the past 12 months! Don't worry, get your mind out of the gutter, it's not that kind of action! This week I was set up on not one, but TWO blind dates *cringe*. And as if that wasn't enough, I was also challenged to get onto the 'Tinder' App by my lovely colleagues. Done and done. Phewww, someone give me a couch to... Read More »

03.04.14 Recently I've been head down, bum up so to speak. The blog has had a little break as I've been buried in text books for the first time in 10 years. And oh how different if feels this time around! I've always loved learning - and it's so much more rewarding when the topics and subjects fascinate me. As some of you know, I'm currently completing my Life Coaching international accreditation. So... Read More »

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With the long-enduring lockdowns last year, the nu

With the long-enduring lockdowns last year, the number one thing I heard my clients say is that they whole-heartedly *loved* the slower pace of life that lockdown offered.

There was no rushing, no fomo, no exhaustive burnout. Just a sweet, slow, existence that felt easy & nurturing to the soul.

They wanted to maintain this more conscious, mindful, smell-the-roses type of lifestyle.

And yet, the moment lockdowns lifted they fell right back into their old habitual ways of being. 😩And that’s *so* frustrating to be back in a place you told yourself you’d never be again.

The solution?

BOUNDARY SETTING.

You can’t expect change in your life when you refuse to say no to the things clogging up your time, energy & resources.

“No” is the most powerful sentence you’ll ever say. No further explanation is required (even though it will be tempting to provide multiple reasons!). It may feel uncomfortable at first, but with practice it becomes easier.

Honour yourself.
Honour those boundaries.
And you’ll soon reap the benefits.

What are some of the boundaries you are practicing right now?
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My number one value is F R E E D O M & I feel this

My number one value is F R E E D O M & I feel this season is abundant with it, which is why it’s my favourite time of the year. Good weather & longer days mean I can do what I like, when I like, and there’s a power & openness in that that excites me.

I’m SO grateful summer has decided to arrive (better late than never melbs 😉). Snorkelling, sailing, paddle boarding, ocean swimming - all my fav activities happen during this season. The things that make me feel free & alive! And let’s not forget outdoor bbqs, picnics and drinks on decks - socialising in summer is way more fun ☀️🌴🌊🕺🏼🥂.

I just got back from an epic snorkel & it’s now time to hit up a winery with some friends. Yes please - more of this! I love my backyard so much. 🥰

Welcoming 2021 on the ocean with these peeps - mor

Welcoming 2021 on the ocean with these peeps - more of this please this year! 🌊🌊🌊
(And happy birthday to the incredible Kate 🎈!).
📷 c/o @kendallmonk

New Years resolutions are a load of cr*p! Why? 1)

New Years resolutions are a load of cr*p! Why?
1) They are set in the negative (ie. the things you want to quit, lose or stop).
2) They are not aligned with a bigger vision for your life.
3) They are often unmeasurable or lack the detail to help you actually succeed.

You all know I’m much more a fan of empowered goal setting instead.

Spend some time thinking about WHAT you want to achieve & WHO you want to be in 5-10 years.

Then set your goals working backwards from that inspiring place.

Align your goals with your values and what’s most important to you.

Balance your goals across many domains of your life - career, health & personal.

There are loads of blogs on the website on this topic if you feel like a deep dive, head the link via my bio 👆🏼.

May your future self thank you for taking the time & energy to ask the important questions & actively craft a life that you love.

Share your goals with me below! 😬

Friendsmas amongst the gumtrees 🎄🎅🏼🎁.

Friendsmas amongst the gumtrees 🎄🎅🏼🎁. I’m so grateful we could all see each other in the flesh, without masks, and without power-walking!

To eat, drink, play & be merry amongst loved ones is the best Christmas gift ever this year.

Piper’s very first sleep-over with Aunty “Gool

Piper’s very first sleep-over with Aunty “Goolie” 🥰. Doses of animals and small children have been very welcome breaks from university study!

It’s been an extremely steep learning curve diving back into full time study after 16 years 😳, but I am loving the psychology content, and can’t wait to be able to offer even more support for my clients.

Client love like this is the reason I do what I do

Client love like this is the reason I do what I do. The best IS yet to come, the future is yours for the taking.

The question is will you live life in reaction to circumstance, or will you actively craft the life you truly desire to live?

The decision is yours, but you’re not alone in the journey.

I have some uber exciting news to share 🥁. . 🥁. . I am going back to Uni! 😮 After 16yrs, I’m now embarking on post-graduate study in Psychology 🙌🏼.

I actually majored in Psychology when I completed my first degree and have always been drawn to it - particularity positive psychology (which is probably why I ended up as a Coach 😛).

It’s going to be a long road ahead, another four years of full time study - but knowing that I can then service the full spectrum of my clients mental health makes it all worthwhile.

You see Coaching works for people that are already fairly high functioning & want to take their life to the next level. But for those struggling (which COVID has been a *major* highlighter of) coaching needs to be combined with more therapeutic approaches.

I’m incredibly nervous about re-entering the land of academia as a “mature aged student” (particularly because I used to roll my eyes 🙄 at how studious they were! Haha) but I know that you’re never too old to learn & expand yourself.

I will still be Coaching of course, but will have limited capacity for 1:1 clients. So if you’ve been thinking about focusing on your personal development and changing your life for the better then I’d love to hear from you. Jump on my website (link in bio 👆🏼) to book your free Discovery Session with me & secure your Coaching spot for 2021!

I’ve been hanging to explore the wild-ness of th

I’ve been hanging to explore the wild-ness of the back beaches on the Peninsula since the 5km restrictions came into play.

So this week a friend and I packed our back packs, laced up our hiking boots and explored some of the stunning coastal trail in our backyard.

The fresh salty air, the rolling sand dunes, the crashing waves and intricate rock formations were all medicine for my soul.

To be among the wilderness away from houses, cars, roads, shops, technology and people was exactly what I needed after being cooped up in lockdown for way too long.

The stagnant energy of the “same-old, same-old” Groundhog Day existence we’ve had lately had taken a toll on me I didn’t even fully realise until I was finally out of it.

I left feeling so rejuvenated and grateful to experience the freedom I did.

I’m scheduling adventure hikes back into my weeks now that I’m allowed. It’s a non negotiable for my mental health.

What can you schedule back into your days and weeks that will benefit your life for the better?

Whether it’s a picnic with friends, a nice drive for a change of scenery, going to a different cafe for a take away cuppa or a long nature walk - make sure you give yourself some love in ways you haven’t been able to.

We will never take these simple things for granted in the future I am sure.

I had my first acupuncture session for a very looo

I had my first acupuncture session for a very looong time, and man it felt good! Lockdown has been incredibly tough at times and it felt good to give myself some love.

These treatments are part of my self care & health regime and I just love how holistic traditional Chinese medicine is.

I go for everything from gut health, skin conditions, stress, colds to muscular/skeletal pain or my period cycle. Always treating the root cause, not just the symptoms.

But the beast bit? Zoning out and laying on the table for half an hour with relaxing music while the needles do their thang. Honestly it is sooo relaxing.

Thanks @andrea.acu.yogi for my session & to the team @morningtonchinesemedicine - my second home 🥰.

How have you been coping? Is your inner “frenem

How have you been coping?

Is your inner “frenemy” creeping out? I know mine has been. . . 🦖

The oxford dictionary describes a frenemy as: "a person with whom one is friendly despite a fundamental dislike or rivalry."

On the surface you may say, ‘sure I like myself. I'm fairly OK with the whole self love thing. My relationship with myself isn't *that* bad’ . . . but on the inside your inner critic is running rampant 😳.

If this is you, say hello to your inner frenemy 👋🏼.

Jump over to the blog where I share a coping strategy to cultivate more loving kindness in your life: 5 STEPS TO SELF COMPASSION.

And I think we all need a bit more of that right now, wouldn't you agree?

Link in my bio 👆🏼

Getting on an international flight seems so out of

Getting on an international flight seems so out of reach right now 😔. It’s hard to imagine a time when I can even leave my 5km radius little own explore far away foreign lands!

I miss having exciting adventures to look forward to. I miss adding stamps to my passport. I miss stepping off a plane and being immersed in foreign smells, sounds & climates. . I miss wandering down streets I’ve never seen before, seeing sites that take your breath away. Travel brings me into the moment & makes me be present to every moment I’m experiencing.

Hunting for awe. Is there anything better?

This pic was taken in South Africa a few years ago. I was roaming the plains in a safari jeep searching for “the big 5”.

Our volunteer trip with my amazing @kindlingfoundation charity team was really profound. The first time I’ve ever stepped foot on the African continent & it was immediately intoxicating.

I have never meet people with more heart in all my travels. They embody love & ooze it through every smile, dance, laugh, hug or song.

One day I will return. And I certainly will not be taking that freedom to travel for granted ever again. 🤞🏼✈️