Lemons and Pineapples
On the Lemons and Pineapples podcast, no-nonsense life coach & entrepreneur Emma O'Brien shares inspirational stories, tried & tested tools and amazing guest interviews to guide you on your self development journey.
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Lemons and Pineapples
Episode 2: How to Have Courageous Conversations with Telana Simpson
Have you ever put off instigating a difficult conversation with your boss or partner? Can you relate to feeling terrified at the prospect of tackling a tough chat that needs to be had?
We’ve all been there, but, often the most challenging of chats can lead to incredible positive change making effective communication an essential skill to develop.
In this episode my guest, Telana Simpson, a Courage Coach, shares powerful strategies to help you approach the conversations that scare you, with courage and intention.
If there’s an issue that you need to address with someone in your life that you’ve been procrastinating on, this episode is for you.
Episode highlights:
- How Telana reframes difficult conversations into courageous ones
- The essential mindset shift you need to confidently approach communication when you’re fearful
- The role self-esteem plays in effective communication
- Conditional vs unconditional esteem
- Listening to and being guided by your emotions
- How to prepare yourself for a courageous conversation
- Why your intention for a conversation matters more than anything
- Creating a powerful inner foundation for improving your relationships
Listen to this episode with a notebook and pen handy; there’s a wealth of valuable strategies in this episode which will be game-changing for you.
Download Telana’s guide: 7 Top Tips for Courageous Conversations here
Visit Telana’s website: www.innercoaching.co.za
Connect with Telana on Instagram @telanasimpson
If you’re done playing small and ready to lead yourself — you’re in the right place.
I’m Emma O’Brien — Martha Beck trained and certified life coach, HeartMath practitioner, and shamanic healer helping high-achieving women stop second-guessing themselves and finally trust their own voice.
Through nervous system re-calibration, strategic coaching, and deep energetic work, I help you move from self-doubt to self-trust so you can create a life you actually want to be in — no external approval required.
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