OFF STAGE with Lisa O'Neill

Who are your friends? This weekend, phone a friend, connect with your friends and find new friends.

From Taekwondo to self-care to conferences to podcasts. It will be a hectic week but planning everything well makes it all easier.

I think vulnerability is something that we're not very good at because we are shut down from quite a young age. Having someone in your life that you can say anything to is really important.

It's a nice time of year to check in with yourself. Try and find some space this week to curl up in a ball and just notice whether you feel like expanding and stretching out, or whether you feel like contracting.

So many people are scared of living because they can’t get past the fear of dying. Let’s explore how love and loss shape who we are.

In this episode, I had a conversation with my good friend, Callum McKirdy, about mental energy and the importance of embracing one's uniqueness. We all have our own "oddness" which should be accepted rather than hidden. There are liberating effects of being true to ourselves and we should start with self-acceptance. Take the time to audit relationships and the people in our worlds. Changing how we think and our situations is important for living a happier life.The Energy Club is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for their energy. People who want support, accountability and inspiration. 

Creating mental and emotional space in our busy lives is important. Give yourself space.

It doesn't matter where you live. It's about what you think. I don't think we should put limits on ourselves based on our address. Do you change who you are depending on where you are? 

When things get hard, go soft. Inspiration and simple tips to find joy and be kind to yourself every day. Appreciating the small things that make you happy, especially when times are tough.

There's more good than bad. What is your attitude to 'bad'? Do you play the blame and complain game?

Physical and mental well-being are super important. I'm committing to self-improvement through 'power hour' - 15 minutes of stretching, 15 minutes of tidying, 15 minutes of reading, and 15 minutes of meditation.

What we want is on the other side of what we're not doing. Think about what August looks like. What could you do?

Feeling better and chilling on my birthday week!

All the shit you think is important probably isn't. Much of what we worry about is not that important in the big picture.

In my book, Juggling in High Heels, I wrote about the balls that are precious because we're all juggling so many balls. Don't drop the crystal ball. know what your crystal balls are. Know who's really precious right now in your world. Know who needs you. I call them the highest bidder.

In this episode, I had a conversation with Leslie about the importance of soulful energy and how to move through life with a focus on your true self. We explored the difference between ego and soul energy, how to identify and cultivate soul moments, and strategies for dealing with negative energy and emotional baggage.The Energy Club is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for their energy. People who want support, accountability and inspiration. 

If the moon can shift the ocean, pretty sure it can shift you. If you're 70% water, the moon can have a very big impact on you. 

Sometimes, it's better to pull yourself back and rein in your thoughts. Think of what you can control. Your thoughts? Your actions?

When you're misunderstood, you will definitely feel lonely. Where are you misunderstood? 

From recovery to gratitude for awesome people and focusing on what I'm going to do for my body – that's my theme this week.

People make the world go round, and in particular your people. Who are your people?

What have you achieved in the first half of this year that you'd like to celebrate? Who have you got to celebrate in your life?

Happy Matariki! Matariki is all about intention. What's your intention right now? Who we were, who we are now and then, who we want to be is the energy that is celebrated at Matariki.

Do what you want. Give yourself permission to do something lovely this week.

Get the things that you will need if you ever feel unwell. Be prepared. Look after yourself.

The Energy Club is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for their energy. People who want support, accountability and inspiration. In the premiere episode of Energy Club, I had a chat with world-class naturopath, Susan Hunter, about the importance of "body banking" - taking proactive steps to nourish and care for our bodies. We talked about how to listen to our bodies' needs, make small changes for big impact, and build a "body team" of supportive professionals. Get ready to be inspired to invest in your health and unleash your vitality!

If you had to buy yourself something this week, what would you buy?

When you don't appreciate yourself, no one else can appreciate you. So that's your first job. Appreciate yourself.

Get ahead of yourself. What have you got coming up in the next six months? What do you need to prepare for? 

You do really matter and you don't matter at all. When you don't matter, you're able to be in service to other people because it's not all about you.

If you're going to be anything good in life, be a good friend.

Compartmentalizing and concentrating on what you can control are effective ways of dealing with problems.

There are no regrets in life, just lessons. What do you not want to regret?

What do you do when you get overwhelmed? What's your strategy?

Weekend getaway with my parents, media buzz, strategy research, and my new hearing aids!

Expect the best, believe in your desires, and take action to manifest your dreams.

Get time to sit, breathe and write. What's something you've got coming up that you need to just sit down and write a bloody list?

You get to choose and everything's a decision.

Reconnecting and getting back into my usual routine after an amazing trip to China.

We are worthy and we deserve to be cared for, treated well, respected, nourished, loved, and be gentle with ourselves.

Creating amazing experiences in China. Looking after, honouring, and remembering people.

Creating extraordinary memories and exceeding expectations through thoughtful gestures and small acts of kindness.

Preparing and organizing for our China trip. Trying new things and challenging ourselves.

It's essential to look after your body, so prioritize your health by investing time in caring for yourself.

Early childhood educators are a group of people who are often overworked and undervalued. They belong to what I call, sandwich industries, where they have two people they're trying to please. Two masters.

Getting out of comfort zone, pushing boundaries, and going against instincts.

From chaos to structured, breaking down tasks and being on time, I'm ready for a major event in Melbourne!

Looking after ourselves. Keeping our bodies healthy and happy.

From Easter relaxation to creative exploration, sewing projects, nurturing friendships, and embracing personal growth.

Choosing joy over stress. Planning trips, embracing contrasts, and finding happiness in the little things.