Mind Coach Academy

27/11/2025

Our fuchsia plant broke… and it turned into a mindset lesson. 😂🪴

3 takeaways from the fallen fuchsia:

🌿 1. Being “top heavy” has consequences
When too much energy lives in our head, our weak points show. Move some of that energy through your body.

🌿 2. Foundations matter
What does a solid foundation look like in your work, wellbeing, or relationships? Sometimes we can be focused on the way things look that we can forget the basics.

🌿 3. Growth works best when it’s natural
Without realising it we were attempting to control this plant through pruning rather than simply let natural growth occur. What would trusting, organic growth look like for you?

Sometimes the smallest moments hold the greatest insights.

25/08/2025

Ever feel like you’re running on empty… and even the fun stuff feels like “just another thing to do”?

Yep, we’ve been there too.

That’s why we created From Overwhelmed to Empowered, a 4-week online course starting on Tuesday, 2nd September.

It’s designed to help you:
✨ Calm your mind (and body!)
✨ Feel more in control & confident
✨ Find your fun-loving self again
✨ Build habits that actually last

Here’s what’s included:
✔ 43 short, practical lessons (drip-fed weekly)
✔ 4 x live 2-hour Zoom sessions with us
✔ Access for a full year

👉 Book your spot here: https://mindcoachacademy.thinkific.com/courses/from-overwhelmed-to-empowered-4-week-course

Already joined us? Amazing, please feel free to pass on to a friend, colleague, or family member who could use a little more calm in their life right now.

21/07/2025

Things go viral often because in some way we relate. We don’t need to be on a big screen at a Coldplay concert to have experienced a feeling of being caught out. 🎶🫢

We can learn without direct experience by observing other situations to better our lives professionally and personally (a much easier way!) 🪞

With that in mind.... what do you think of these Coldplay concert inspired questions? 🤔

1. Where could you say you’ve made a mistake, and your reaction is making it worse?
2. Where are you bringing things on yourself and it’s time to face them?
3. What are you doing, that you wouldn’t want projected on a big screen?
4. Where are you thinking of yourself and not others?
5. What do you need to own up to (even if it’s just yourself)?

✅ Do you use 'viral' moments as reflection tools? We'd love to hear. ✅

05/07/2025

🌟 Love Yourself Healthy in a Busy World

📅 Date: Saturday 26th July
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

💰 Cost: FREE (spaces are limited!)


We can all get into a habit of negativity making change harder. We also know that what we love, we tend to look after.

We know we tend to invest our time and energy into things we care about. We want to show you ways of directing the energy of care and importance towards you!

We’ll be sharing three mindset tools to:

✔️ Calm and focus yourself into a proactive mindset

✔️ Bring an energy of success to those areas you want to improve

✔️ Believe in your ability to change and sustain your new, healthier way

Click to book your spot here:
https://events.humanitix.com/loving-yourself-healthy-in-a-busy-world

19/05/2025

I enjoyed chatting to Lee on Sunday afternoon, it is interesting being on the receiving end of questions. I am usually the one asking the questions 🤣🤣🤣

29/04/2025

✨ New 4-Week Online Course: Communication – Confidence, Connecting & Constructive Conflict ✨

Starts May 6 | Live on Zoom | Recordings Available

Ever left a conversation thinking, "Why didn’t I say that?"

Or kept quiet to avoid a reaction, then stewed on it for hours?

This course is for you.

It’s practical, supportive, and full of real-life tools to help you:

✔️ Speak with more confidence
✔️ Handle tricky conversations without losing yourself
✔️ Feel heard, calm, and in control

You’ll get live sessions, short weekly videos, downloadable resources, and a few “Why wasn’t this taught in school?!” moments.

🎯 Suitable for work, home, and everyday relationships.

💬 No jargon. Down to earth language. Just stuff that actually works.

📅 Starts May 6 – All welcome!

👉 Grab your spot (or tag a mate who needs this):

https://mindcoachacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Communication-4-week-course

16/04/2025

✨ The real reason we freeze up in conversations (and how to stop it)

Ever walked away from a conversation thinking:

“Why didn’t I just say that …?”
or
“I wish I’d spoken up, but the words just disappeared…”

You're not alone — it happens because our brain goes into "keep the peace" mode when it senses even the slightest discomfort.

Here’s the thing no one teaches us in school:

✅ You can speak up without creating conflict
✅ You can stay calm AND say what you mean
✅ There’s actually a structure to honest, respectful communication

I’ve been teaching these tools to clients — and the response is always the same:

"Why weren’t we taught this sooner?!"

💬 Want to learn more? We are running a 4-week online course starting May 6th: Communication: Confidence, Connecting & Constructive Conflict.

The tools are simple, practical, and will shift how you communicate with everyone—from your boss to your partner.

📩 DM me if you want to know more or check it out here:

https://mindcoachacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Communication-4-week-course

(Week 1 modules available from April 29!)

07/04/2025

Morning tea at the workshop included a celebratory cake! 🎊🍰

It’s been 10 years since Imelda and Rebecca teamed up to share mindset techniques that made such a difference in their lives.

🤔As we’ve been reflecting we realised such a lot has happened in that time.🤔

✅️We’ve got a greater respect and understanding of what it takes to run a business.

✅️How lucky we’ve been to learn from mentors in person or online.

✅️What a link there is between our personal learnings and then people/workplaces bringing up the same issue.

🙏To those that commented on social media posts or referred people to us we hope you know how much that has meant. The biggest thank you to those who trusted us to come to groups, workshops, coaching and work presentations. 🙏

Interestingly this week Imelda and Rebecca both had people finishing their coaching program. Both said they couldn’t believe how much they had grown during that time.

Acknowledging that there are still challenges but feel good about life. When people are finishing, we’ll often ask them to sum up in a word or a sentence how they are feel now….

📍 ️One said ‘Free’

📍 The other said “Pretty damn good”.

Thank you for letting us have these moments and looking forward to many more over the next 10 years. 🥂

Here are some pics from the workshop... thanks to all that came. 📸😀

13/03/2025

Do you ever hold back from speaking up because you don’t want to upset others or second-guess yourself afterward? You’re not alone!

We are delighted to be hosting our next workshop: Boundaries with Heart: Speak Up & Stay Connected

This interactive, engaging workshop is designed to help you:

✅ Share your perspective in a way that is likely to be heard
✅ Recognise your boundaries and respond with confidence and compassion
✅Say what you need to without guilt
✅Learn to utilise your inner wisdom to free you up mentally and physically

It’s all about finding your voice while staying connected to the people who matter.

Expect real conversations, lightbulb moments 💡, and strategies you can use immediately.

Spots are limited, so if this sounds like something you’d love, grab yours now!

It’s happening April 5th—and I’d love for you to join us!

📍 Where? Breakfree on Cahsel St, Christchurch.
🕘 When? 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
💰 How much? It’s free!
🎟️ Spots are limited—reserve yours now:
https://events.humanitix.com/boundaries-with-heart-speak-up-and-maintain-good-relationships

Let’s make 2025 the year we own our voice! 💛

Tag a friend who needs this! 👇👇👇

Boundaries with Heart: Speak Up & Maintain Good Relationships

12/02/2025

Hard to put across how much it meant to us being able to see Dr Gabor Mate in Auckland in the weekend.

He has done so much in the area of overcoming trauma, addiction, chronic health conditions and in general helping us understand how to thrive in this modern world.

⭐️He barely smiled and yet radiated care in his questions and talk he gave.
⭐️He shared his opinions and was very direct without judgment or blame.
⭐️He made what can be viewed as ‘soft’ or ‘woo woo’ make sense and backed it with scientific research

Having read his books and watched many interviews and presentations we (Imelda, Rebecca and Rebecca’s husband, Andre) still came away thinking what a stimulating evening it was and what a lot to process! 🎯

One thing that made us laugh and yet made a point was a statement he made

“I wouldn’t want to be as young and stupid as when I was 80”

Coming from this very sharp 81 year old we share his aim of keep on developing ourselves. 🌱

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08/12/2024

It’s always a bit of dilemma whether to run a workshop in December – people tend to have a million things OR it’s just the thing to finish the year with some tools to reflect and implement…

🙏We’re very grateful to those who were able to attend our Authenticity: Dial Up Your Inner Confidence Workshop. Great to catch up with people we know and meet new ones! 🙏

Thanks also to Martina (glad we meet at Business Canterbury event) and the team at BreakFree on Cashel.

This was the first time we’ve run a workshop at this venue and our expectations were exceeded…. a light space, a view of town, a balcony to eat the refreshments on, friendly, helpful staff and even a lolly jar if needed to keep energy levels up! ✅✅✅

12/11/2024

🌟 Looking to Boost Your Inner Confidence? Join Us! 🌟

“Just be yourself.” Sound easy? Sometimes it’s easier said than done! Ever feel like your true self is hiding under all the “shoulds” and “supposed tos”?

If you’re ready to dial up your confidence and connect with the real you, come along to our Authenticity: Dial Up Inner Confidence Workshop!

Here’s a taste of what’s in store:

👉 How to Show Up as More YOU—learn what gets in the way and how to really tune into yourself
👉 Get On Track in All Areas—personal, work, and everything in between
👉 Energy Audit—a simple exercise to feel lighter and more energised

Expect a relaxed vibe and practical tips that will leave you feeling whole, more confident, and connected to what truly works for you.

🎉 Your investment? Just your time! We'll also have light refreshments on hand, because who doesn't love a snack with their self-discovery?

Join us and leave with a new sense of confidence!

https://events.humanitix.com/authenticity-dial-up-inner-confidence-workshop-y9bjuve9