the BEST SELF BESTIE Podcast

Best Self Bestie – Ep 11 – The Power of the Pause – 7 Times When It’s Beneficial to Hit the Pause Button in Life

In this episode of the Best Self Bestie podcast, host Caelia C explores the crucial role pausing plays in enhancing our lives. Dive deep into "The Power of the Pause" and discover seven specific moments when taking a break can lead to greater creativity, productivity, and connection. From resting and renewing your energy to pausing before making big life decisions, Caelia offers practical advice and tips on how and when to hit the pause button in your life.
Learn the art of patience in conversations, the financial wisdom of pausing before purchases, and the importance of celebrating milestones and disconnecting from work to be present at home. This episode is filled with actionable insights designed to help you live intentionally and transform your everyday experiences. Tune in to embrace the pauses that enrich your life and find more balance and joy in every moment.

Best Self Bestie - Ep 12 - Recharge Your Life with Rituals and Rest

In this inspiring episode of the Best Self Bestie podcast, host Caelia C reflects on the importance of taking time for rituals and rest to recharge during the holiday season. Discover how simplifying Christmas traditions can create a peaceful and joyous environment, filled with meaningful moments and delicious family recipes. Caelia shares her personal journey of embracing downtime and the lessons learned about the illusion of time and stress.
Learn the significance of setting intentions with a "Word of the Year," as Caelia discusses her experience with "congruent" and her new focus on "mindful" living for 2025. With actionable tips and thoughtful insights, Caelia encourages listeners to adopt a more mindful, intentional approach to their daily lives.
Tune in to find out how you can carry the holiday magic throughout the year and take steps towards being your best self. Don't miss the opportunity to reflect on what inspires you and explore the ways mindfulness can enhance your life in 2025.

Best Self Bestie - Ep 13 - 10 Ways to Reinforce Emotional Resilience

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Best Self Bestie podcast with your host Caelia C! In this episode, Caelia guides you through the journey of building emotional resilience, offering you ten insightful strategies to strengthen and maintain this essential personal skill.
Discover the importance of emotional awareness and how understanding your emotions and those of others can enrich your personal and professional relationships. Explore coping strategies for stress, the power of persistence, and the art of emotional regulation to handle life's challenges with grace and composure.
Caelia also emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, self-esteem, and the role of physical health in cultivating resilience. Learn how to use interpersonal relationships as a support system and gain valuable insights into maintaining a positive self-view.
Whether you're looking to enhance your mental strength or simply seeking inspiration, this episode holds a treasure trove of practical advice and thoughtful wisdom. Dive in and take the first step towards a more resilient and empowered you!

Best Self Bestie - Ep 14 - Harnessing Sunlight: Your Superpower for Well-Being

Welcome to the Best Self Bestie podcast with Caelia C, where today we explore the profound benefits of sunlight for your physical and mental well-being. Despite the rainy weather in Sydney, Caelia shares her journey of rediscovering sunlight as a powerful and natural health resource.
From strengthening bones and muscles through vitamin D to improving sleep and boosting mood, this episode delves into how sunlight can be a simple yet effective tool for enhancing your life. Explore practical tips for safe sun exposure and learn how to balance your sun safety habits with the invaluable health benefits that sunlight provides.
Join us in uncovering how just a few minutes of sunlight each day can transform your vitality and wellbeing, and don't forget to reflect on how you, too, can incorporate this natural gift into your routine for a more vibrant and healthier life.

Best Self Bestie - Ep 15 - Finding Focus in a Distracted World

Welcome to this episode of the Best Self Bestie podcast with your host, Caelia C. Today, we discuss how to cultivate focus in a digitally connected world, where distractions are everywhere. Caelia shares the acrostic 'FOCUS' - Follow One Course Until Successful - as a tool to anchor yourself on tasks without getting sidetracked.
From navigating day-to-day chores to tackling larger projects, we explore practical strategies to maintain your focus until completion. Caelia provides insightful tips on time management and setting non-negotiable focus times in your calendar. She emphasises the importance of celebrating your successes and taking time to enjoy small joys as part of your daily routine.
The episode wraps with a discussion on adding 'levity' to life, exploring how a little humour can lighten challenging moments. Tune in for inspiration and actionable advice to help you stay on track and live your most fulfilling life. Don’t forget to subscribe and share if you found this helpful!

Best Self Bestie - Ep 16 - Breaking Free from Approval Addiction

In this enlightening episode of the Best Self Best Week podcast, host Caelia C dives deep into the topic of approval addiction, a pervasive yet often overlooked form of dependency in the digital age. Caelia C explains how the need for constant validation can impact our happiness, decision-making, and personal growth.
She explores the psychological roots and societal conditioning that fuel approval addiction, offering insights into how it manifests in our daily lives. Through a thought-provoking quiz and practical strategies, listeners are guided on a journey to break free from the shackles of external validation and cultivate an authentic and self-sufficient sense of worth.
Discover the power of self-awareness, boundary setting, and self-approval as tools to combat people-pleasing behaviors. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your peace, power, and freedom by embracing your authentic self.