Live Brave with Margie Warrell

As human beings, we live in ’stories’ - the things we tell ourselves about who we are. As we create these stories, they create us; expanding our future... or shrinking it. Where are your stories holding you back? In this podcast, I share how you can step back from your stories and rewrite the ones that are not serving you so you can live a more meaningful and more connected and more authentic life.

As President and CEO of the United Nations Foundation, Kathy Calvin has been instrumental in leading a host of initiatives that have improved the quality of life for millions of people around the globe. In this interview, she talks about her lessons on leadership, fixing mistakes, managing stress, and building a more equitable world.

Ever hold back from speaking up or taking the stage because it makes your stomach squirm? Fresh off the stage from doing the closing keynote address at a large speakers convention, I share my three-pillar framework to help you speak up (whether it be to an audience of one or one million!) with greater presence and to achieve better outcomes, for yourself and others.

New York Times Bestselling Author Ron Kaufman has built an international reputation as an expert on customer service. Yet his passion for service goes far beyond a transactional exchange. In this high energy and thought-provoking conversation, Margie and Ron unpack what it means, and what it takes, to live life in service of others. If you’re ready to be inspired… listen up! 

When someone you care about is doing it tough, it’s human nature to want to ease their burden or make it all go away. It's why when others fear is in overdrive and their faith is fragile, you must be extra strong in your own. In this podcast, I share my hard-won wisdom on staying strong and leaning into your courage — one day, one hour, one moment at a time. By putting on your own spiritual ‘oxygen mask’ first, you become a stronger source of courage for others. 

Ending world hunger sounds like an audacious goal, but as Cathy Burke shares in this illuminating interview, it’s entirely possible. As CEO of The Hunger Project in Australia and later Vice President of the Hunger Project globally, she learnt first-hand just how powerful a shift in mindset can be. Cathy’s insights will help you rethink how you are approaching your challenges, beginning with learning to ask the right questions.  More at www.cathyburke.com Rethink your future - www.livebraveweekend

Courage is a skill and like all skills, it can be learned. To mark the release of my book Train The Brave (the updated version of Brave which is part of Wiley's new Be Your Best book series), I dive into the psychology of building courage, conquering fear, taking risks and putting yourself ‘out there’ so that you can live a bigger, more meaningful and far more fulfilling ’no-regrets’ life. Order your copy of Train The Brave at amzn.to/2WVe8NR Connect with me on social media @margiewarrell.com

Despite the progress toward gender equity in recent decades, women still lag behind men on many measures — from what they earn to the power they wield at decision making tables. While many factors explain the gender gap, one of the most important levers to capturing the full value of gender diversity, is emboldening women to overcome their lack of self-confidence and step fully into their power as change makers. In this IWD episode, I share a few thoughts on how we can support more women in doing just tha

Often the biggest critic is the voice in our own head; the one that is constantly second-guessing our abilities. While no one is immune to this voice, everyone has the ability to reclaim the power we often give it. Susan Brady, author of Mastering Your Inner Critic, shares strategies to reframe how you relate to your inner critic including how to "deploy compassion”, cultivate self-awareness and build the confidence you need to thrive in life.   Check out Susan’s book on Amazon: www.amzn.to/2Ext

Bill Treasurer has learnt a lot about overcoming fear since his days as a professional high diver. As an author (his latest book is The Leadership Killer) and CEO of Giant Leap Consulting, Bill is passionate about encouraging others to take a ‘giant leap’ over their fears so they can lead braver lives and make a bigger mark. We discuss the three stages of transformation, how to pick yourself back up after a fall and how to stop letting self-doubt call the shots. More about Bill at www.billtreasure

There’s a lot of talk about love around Valentine's Day. Finding perfect love. Keeping love alive. Yet at the heart of what is required to enjoy deeply loving relationships is the ability to be loving toward ourselves. So this Valentine's, consider how you could be more loving of yourself. In particular, how you can extend inward a little more mercy when you mess up and fall short of being the ever-together person you most aspire to be.

Ever doubt you’ve got what it takes? In this episode, I'll share how to reframe your self-doubt and take the brave actions that will help you realize how little reason you truly have to doubt yourself. If there’s something you know you want to do, but you’ve doubted if you can, take a listen!

It’s easy to look at people like positive psychology expert Michelle McQuaid and assume they've had it easy; that they have it all together, all of the time. Yet Michelle has overcome immense challenges including sexual abuse. Raised in a highly dysfunctional and violent family, she left home at just 16. In this episode, she shares her journey of healing to inspire you to reframe your past, reconnect with your strengths and reimagine your future. Learn more about Michelle at www.michellemcquaid.com

What would you love to accomplish in 2019? As you begin a new year, I invite you to “begin with the end in mind” and imagine what your ultimate vision of success looks like over the next 12 months. Only when you dare to connect with the boldest and most inspiring vision for your life (however scary!) will you find the courage, grit and resilience you need to become the person you’re capable of being. For more, read Margie's Brave New Year blog at margiewarrell.com/blog

Linda Cruse is a force of nature whose humanitarian work around the globe has won her the praise of Sir Richard Branson, the Dalai Lama, and HRH Prince Charles. In this uplifting interview, Linda will share incredible stories that may well set your life on a whole new trajectory also. Her example will remind you that you are capable of far more than you think.