Best Mihi Sorensen Podcasts (2024)

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the key to achieving all your goals & then some 16:50

8M ago16:50

16:50

When you're setting goals, they never come with a 100% success guarantee. But I know we all hope like hell that we will succeed with our goals 100% of the time. There is no silver bullet, but in this episode we discuss a few of the important strategies to keep in mind to make sure we are setting our goals with a view to ACTUALLY achieve them. Dream…

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the reason networking feels harder than it is 14:23

8M ago14:23

14:23

Networking doesn't need to feel cringey and icky. We have been catfished into thinking that networking = shmoozy events where everyone trades business cards and participates in insincere conversations. But if that's all we think of when we hear the word 'networking', we are missing an important piece of the puzzle - it's much easier than seeking ou…

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how to (actually) be productive & get stuff done 16:13

9M ago16:13

16:13

In honour of the new ORGANISEHER™ productivity planner, this episode is all about how to actually get stuff done - not just tell people you're getting stuff done or planning to get stuff done, actually doing it. We've talked about timeblocking, reflecting, setting up your day with 3 big priorities, categorising your to-do list based on the amount o…

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the five people you need in your life 19:29

9M ago19:29

19:29

Life is all about people. The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our experiences which determines the quality of our lives. We've all heard that well known concept around each of us being the average of the five people we each choose to associate with the most. In today's episode, we talk about the five people you NEED in your l…

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have you made the right decision? 15:26

9M ago15:26

15:26

If you've ever caught yourself asking the universe for a sign that you're making (or that you have made) the right decision, you aren't alone. When you are faced with big decisions, knowing that whichever choice could impact the direction of your whole life, it's completely fair that you look to the universe or a greater power to give you certainty…

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are you easily triggered? dealing with hurtful behaviour 19:08

10M ago19:08

19:08

We all have our triggers. Some of the most difficult, triggering interactions we have are the ones we face when dealing with hurtful people & their hurtful behaviour. While you can't avoid hurtful people for the rest of your life, there are some ways you can manage your triggers so that they don't get the best of you & in order to keep you grounded…

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how to stop constantly stressing over money 20:39

10M ago20:39

20:39

Today is all about that crippling money anxiety that plagues most of us at some point in life. If this is something you're experiencing at the moment, you'll know exactly what I mean when I say that constant stress about money is so consuming that you can hardly focus on anything else. Financial stress is the biggest factor impacting our wellbeing …

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trusting your gut when you aren't ready 19:28

11M ago19:28

19:28

We know that trusting our gut, our intuition or our instinct is usually the right thing to do, but how do we do that when we aren't ready? In this episode, we discuss what it means to trust your gut, why we often struggle with it & how we can find the confidence to overcome any self-doubt that might be getting in the way. We also discuss why it's i…

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making life less painful 20:54

11M ago20:54

20:54

Life can be painful, hard & a bit too much to handle sometimes. But it doesn't need to feel that way all the time. It's possible to live a life where all the things that consume your mind now & get you down, could just wash over you. It doesn't mean you pretend like bad things don't happen, they do, but it shouldn't stop you from living a big, brig…

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feeling unqualified & doing it anyway 20:24

12M ago20:24

20:24

This episode is dedicated to those of us (myself included) that have turned down opportunities because we didn't feel ready, said no because we were afraid we might fail, or questioned ourselves & our capabilities to the extent that we ended up doing nothing at all. I don't care how unqualified you feel you might be, nothing will change unless you …

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how to turn burnout into an opportunity to reset & recharge 19:55

1y ago19:55

19:55

This episode is dedicated to everyone EVER that has fallen victim to self-inflicted burnout. If you're doing too much & you know something needs to change because you are only human & you know you need to take better care of yourself but you don't even have the energy to think about it, this is for you! In this episode, we discuss 8 of my favourite…

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Finding power in saying 'no' 17:44

1y ago17:44

17:44

We are often so fearful of saying 'no' & setting boundaries because we don't want to let people down or hurt somebody's feelings, but everytime we accept any situation that isn't right for us by failing to say 'no' when we know we really should, we let ourselves down. In this episode, we discuss why it's so important that we learn to say no, set ou…

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Defining your own life without needing anyone else's approval 23:08

1y ago23:08

23:08

Why do so many of us feel paralysed by the opinions of others? Not only is it exhausting trying to constantly meet other people's expectations or chasing their approval, but it's also a never ending cycle that leaves us feeling empty. It's about time we start defining our lives by our own standards instead of looking to other people to tell us how …

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Choosing genuine connections: Stop surrounding yourself with the wrong people 24:28

1y ago24:28

24:28

Do you surround yourself with the right people? In this episode, we talk about the importance of choosing genuine connections & the impact it has on our overall well-being. We cover the things to look out for in the wrong people & how to know you have the right people in your life. You deserve nothing but the best & that includes the people who you…

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The Power of Mornings: 5 Strategies to Become a Morning Person 19:32

1y ago19:32

19:32

Mornings have the potential to shape your entire day. The way you spend your morning sets the tone as to whether you will have a successful and fulfilling day, or whether the whole day feels like a crawl down struggle street. But if waking up in the morning doesn't come naturally to you, how do you become a morning person? There's no point setting …

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Understanding Microstressors: Recognising the Small Stressors Impacting Your Well-being 21:00

1y ago21:00

21:00

Today we delve into the world of microstressors & their impact on our overall well-being. We all have our stress limits. But it's hard to identify those limits when you can't pinpoint exactly what it is that's stressing you out - often it's the sneaky microstressors. In this episode, we explore what microstressors are, some of the common ones we fa…

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Cutting Ties: Letting Go of What You Don't Really Want 17:04

1y ago17:04

17:04

Ever found yourself feeling stuck in a life that doesn't feel like yours because it's full of people, places & purposes that don't make sense to you anymore? In this episode, we explore the reasons why we become attached to things or situations that don't align with what we really want in life. We also discuss what to do about it & what we have to …

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Do You Hate Your Job? How to Overcome Job Dissatisfaction 19:04

1y ago19:04

19:04

The average person spends 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime - that's over 10 years of our lives spent at work, and yet, so many of us aren't satisfied with our jobs. Are you sick of the Sunday scaries? Perhaps you don't hate your job but you also don't love your job and feel like something is missing but you don't know what it is. This episo…

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Money & Mental Health: Nurtuting Financial Wellness in Challenging Times 21:28

1y ago21:28

21:28

In this episode, we discuss the impact of money on our mental health - especially when it's all we're hearing about in the media, but also when it's one of the biggest things we are worrying about. While we can't completely avoid difficult financial situations, we discuss what can be done to navigate our way out of our money troubles, and/or, have …

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[Journal] Surgery, my current struggles & the one thing I'm doing to get through 27:32

1y ago27:32

27:32

This episode is a bit different & I thought it was about time I fill you in on a life update. There's a lot going on in my own life & even though it's easier to talk about the good things, it's also really important to normalise the dialogue around the hard stuff too. It's the less sexy side of growth & self-improvement but no less important. Visit…

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What to know before you start a podcast/side hustle: Lessons after 100 episodes! 28:02

1y ago28:02

28:02

To celebrate 100 episodes of EMPOWER, this one is all about reflecting on the things I've learnt through this podcasting/side hustle journey & what I think are the most important takeaways for you if you have been contemplating whether you should launch your own podcast or start your own side hustle. As discussed in this week's episode, the techy/p…

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Healing & Moving Forward: Overcoming Regrets & Forgiving Yourself 24:58

1y ago24:58

24:58

The best version of you is always on the other side of your healing journey. Although it's not always easy to come to terms with things that have happened in your past, especially if you're full of regrets & there are certain things that you wish you could take back or re-do. But the key to healing & finally moving forward is figuring out how to fo…

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Protecting Your Energy & Setting Boundaries 17:35

1+ y ago17:35

17:35

Boundaries are the magic tool you need to protect your energy but how do you get there? Sometimes you may not recognise that your energy is being drained until it's too late and then how are you supposed to set a boundary? If you've ever found yourself feeling exhausted and frustrated that you've invested too much of yourself & your energy into the…

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Productivity & Self-Care: Achieve More by Doing Less 15:08

1+ y ago15:08

15:08

For some reason, being your most productive self & fully embracing self-care are treated as mutually exclusive - you can only choose one. Not the case! In this episode, I discuss five strategies to implement in your life that will help you optimise your productivity & ensure there is always time set aside specifically for rest & relaxation. You can…

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Using your voice: How to speak up & be heard 15:18

1+ y ago15:18

15:18

We know how important it is to speak up & be heard but that doesn't make it easy. Using your voice effectively requires clear communication & assertiveness. This episode shares strategies for handling difficult conversations, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and for finding your voice in personal and professional relationships. No more walking away …

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Navigating life transitions: Coping with change & uncertainty 17:51

1+ y ago17:51

17:51

Big life transitions can be pretty exciting, but they can also been extremely overwhelming. You could be moving, changing careers, ending a relationship or starting a new one. Despite all the excitement and anticipation of what the future could look like, you may also be finding that the impending change and uncertainty is a LOT to cope with. In th…

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5 easy ways to get your sh*t together 18:31

1+ y ago18:31

18:31

When life is crazy & chaotic, one of the kindest things you can do for yourself is simplify everything that's on your plate, get back to basics & make the everyday just a little bit easier so that you are ready to deal with the bigger stuff. Sometimes the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. If you're in need of a life refresh but you don'…

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Stop taking things so personally 18:08

1+ y ago18:08

18:08

Have you ever noticed that you tend to take things personally when you know you probably shouldn't? Maybe you get defensive, or simmer over an issue for days - maybe you've had a full blown relationship breakdown because things were said & the hurt was so deep that it felt irreparable. The reason we often take some things personally (even when they…

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10 ways to add structure to your day/week/month/life 22:22

1+ y ago22:22

22:22

You know that super accomplished feeling that you get when you've had a super productive day, you've had a plan, you've executed it, you've got everything done that you wanted to get done? That's the power of structure. Structure gives you the ability to minimise the chaos, stay in control, predict what's coming next & deal with it accordingly. If …

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Is self-love selfish? 14:56

1+ y ago14:56

14:56

Somewhere along the line, this idea that self-love is selfish has infiltrated society & it's lead to apprehension about whether self-love is something we should embrace or whether it's a selfish concept that we'd be better to steer clear of. So what's the deal? Should we lean into self-love or is self-love just a cute way to excuse toxic, self serv…

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If you think you're doing too much, you probably are 15:49

1+ y ago15:49

15:49

This episode is for you if you do too much - take on too much, accept too much responsibility, if you think you're super woman and you can do everything. I'm guilty of it too. But sometimes you need a break, sometimes you need to do nothing, and sometimes (no matter how well you know yourself) you might not be able to recognise it until you're forc…

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Signs that you need a social media detox 19:20

1+ y ago19:20

19:20

Cyclone Gabrielle has been a significant event NZ history & one week on, we are still living through it. One thing I've had to do to stay sane this week is limit my social media use & it almost instantly improved my mental health & reduced the overwhelm. It got me thinking, why don't I do this more often? If it feels so good to take some time off s…

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FOMO & figuring out what you're doing with your life 13:09

1+ y ago13:09

13:09

Ever found yourself questioning wtf you're doing with your life? Don't worry, you aren't alone. This episode is for anyone that has been trying to work it out - especially if you're someone that tends to compare your life to the lives of other people around you, or, if you're waiting for someone to give you the answers but you've never really been …

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10 ways to save more money 25:18

1+ y ago25:18

25:18

Ask & you shall receive! This year we're talking more about finances & in this episode I've gathered my top 10 ways to save more money - all of which I still use & totally believe in. If saving has ever been a struggle for you, check out this episode & let me know what you think! The information in the episode is provided for general information on…

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Handling bad days like a bad bitch 18:52

1+ y ago18:52

18:52

Happy 2023! Let's start the year off strong with some HONESTY - sometimes bad bitches have bad days & that's ok because bad bitches also know how to handle them. In this episode, I touch briefly on the highs & expand on the lows in this first month of the year & talk about how we can stop those bad days from becoming the WORST. Visit MY WEBSITE for…

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Make sure you're celebrating you, too 9:20

1+ y ago9:20

9:20

It's the last episode of EMPOWER for the year & today I want to acknowledge you. More importantly, I want you to acknowledge you. Whether this is the first episode you tuned into, or if you are an avid listener that tunes-in every week, I'm grateful that you've made time for me & time for this podcast. But when was the last time you made time for y…

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How to make 2023 better than 2022 13:18

1+ y ago13:18

13:18

Sick of new years resolutions but you still want to make next year better than the last? How can you stay motivated beyond the first few weeks of the year? In this episode, I discuss the practical ways that you can harness the power of visualisation to make 2023 your best year yet. And while this episode is geared up for the end of the year, you ca…

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The best advice when facing uncertainty or stuck at a crossroads 16:15

1+ y ago16:15

16:15

In this episode, I share some of the best advice I have ever received at a time of huge uncertainty. I was agonising over a few things and really questioning my own judgement. It was one of those times when you feel like you have to make a decision ASAP but you’re afraid that you won’t make the right one. Ever since I was given some advice around h…

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Maintaining boundaries without hurting your loved ones 15:21

1+ y ago15:21

15:21

We all know boundaries are really important when you want to live a fulfilling life (and especially when you are working on yourself and your own personal growth. But, many of us are fearful of the impact that setting boundaries could have on our relationships - it can feel pretty uncomfortable to put yourself first when you haven't really done so …

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Give yourself a break & develop healthy rest habits 20:08

1+ y ago20:08

20:08

Let's talk REST! When you take a break, are you really giving yourself the rest you need? Do you give yourself permission to rest? And I mean, really rest. As a workaholic, I know I need this episode probably just as much as you, and admittedly I feel like a bit of a hypocrite for this one but in preparing for it, I've found some really interesting…

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Overcoming social anxiety & low self-esteem 15:09

1+ y ago15:09

15:09

In today's episode, I discuss some helpful tips for those of you who are wanting to overcome social anxiety and low self-esteem. We are heading into that time of the year where there’s lots of social events - Christmas parties, New Years events, holidays with your extended family or perhaps holidays with some new people. For some of us, even the th…

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Discovering your self-worth 19:00

1+ y ago19:00

19:00

Today we're talking all about about discovering self-worth - that internal sense that you are enough and you are worthy of good things - love, companionship, contentment, success, rest, honesty, commitment. But not just discovering your self-worth, but also the ability to communicate it to the world . I'm all for building that sense of self-worth i…

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Perfectionism is hurting you 18:18

1+ y ago18:18

18:18

Perfectionism - the paralysing enemy of progress. Something which we sometimes wear like a badge on honour but the truth about perfectionism is that it will prevent you from achieving your goals, taking risks & living the life of your dreams. In this episode, I discuss how perfectionism has manifested itself in my life (and continues to do so) as w…

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Losing yourself in a relationship? 20:14

2y ago20:14

20:14

No matter what your relationship status is; whether you're single or in the happiest, healthiest relationship you've ever had (or anywhere in between), the last situation you want to find yourself in is feeling like you're losing yourself to a relationship. You could even be well past this point because it's so subtle, half of the time you may not …

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Staying on top what's important when everything is turning to CHAOS 14:56

2y ago14:56

14:56

Today's episode is totally off the cuff - mainly because this last week has completely caught me off guard with a whole bunch of unexpected things. But, this is life! And s**t happens! Let's acknowledge that we can't always have it together and talk about some of the small things we can do to keep the most important things afloat when everything ar…

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The 5 SELF-love languages & how to practice them 15:57

2y ago15:57

15:57

In today's episode, we are talking about self-love in the context of the very well-known, 5 Love Languages. We all know the book was written for couples who want to make their love last & work on improving their relationship & so on - all really good things. But in this episode I use the 5 Love Languages as the framework for self-love & practicing …

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Law school to six-figures in three years 32:22

2y ago32:22

32:22

Ever since I started this podcast I've always prioritised making episodes that you guys want to hear & it's about time I bite the bullet & record one of my most requested episodes. This episode is all about my journey through law school, through to where I am today. It's funny to think that it has almost been four years since I finished my law scho…

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Time management & prioritising what matters before you burn out 15:12

2y ago15:12

15:12

Has September been crazy for anyone else? Because it sure has been for me! And a couple of my coaching clients have had the same experience! There's so much to be grateful for, but sometimes a very busy schedule can be incredibly overwhelming. It is super important that when things feel a bit busier than normal, that you have the right systems in p…

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5 tips if you're looking for a new job, a new pay grade or BOTH 15:11

2y ago15:11

15:11

Are you job hunting and you want to know how you can get an edge on your competition? Or perhaps you're happy with the job that you're in but is it time to start pushing for more pay? In this episode, I give you five of my favourite tips for when you are looking for a change in career (or pay band) and you want to make sure you have everything you …

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Why do we ignore red flags? 11:53

2y ago11:53

11:53

Do you know how to spot red flags in someone? Or more importantly, if you know how to spot them, do you have a habit of ignoring them? If the answer is yes, don't worry - you're not alone. But why do we ignore red flags in people, no matter how obvious they are? In this episode, I talk about some of the main reasons why we prefer to live in denial …

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