OFF STAGE with Lisa O'Neill

This year is getting crazy. If I was running a marathon, I think we're in the last sprint. It's nearly December. We're really at the pointy end.

Everything we do has hard times and amazing times, and we need to acknowledge when things are hard. What is hard for you right now? What’s the challenge you want taken off you?

I'm not really into work life balance. I am into work life integration.

If you can take the time to consider the other person's ideas and expectations, I think it makes you more well-rounded. It's something I think we should remind each other of all the time.

I'm going to force myself to have some slow starts and some early finishes. That's what I like to do when I've got space.

Sometimes it's really hard to not agree. Just get those words out. If I can get more people to speak up before I die, I'll be happy.

What does November hold for you? What do you need to lock in now? It's time to start planning around Christmas and the rest of the year.

We've all got stories, shit that happened to us and people did to us. These stories are like boxes. We need to process our stories and move forward without carrying these boxes.

In this episode, I had a conversation with my friend, reverend and spiritual practitioner, Rachel Wotten. We talked about Rachel's journey from skeptic to a spiritual guide, the nature of intuition, different perspectives, and how to incorporate spiritual practices into daily life. The Energy Club is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for their energy. People who want support, accountability and inspiration. Join me at lisaoneill.co.nz

Energy is designed to give away, but we also need to be really mindful of how much energy is in there.

Happy World Menopause Day! I don't think there's a person on the planet who isn't impacted by menopause, so listen up. This episode is not for menopausal women only. It's for you, too.

What have you got every day this week? Get some little treats for yourself, some pockets of perfect.

Spending time with your family is important. It's an opportunity to learn about ourselves. 

Be curious, explore possibilities, lead with love. Talk about things you love, hang out with people you love, try things you love, lean into the love space. Break free from everyday routine and start living.

When I'm going over the equator, I listen to Jonathan Goldman's Chakra tuner so I don't get jetlag. Back into my New Zealand life, it's time to compartmentalize. I've got conferences, events, and a Repotted retreat coming up and it's time to start thinking about Christmas!

Get good at decisions. Be present to what you truly want.

In this episode of the Energy Club podcast, our focus is on the importance of understanding our own energy through a three-step process: noticing, nurturing, and nourishing ourselves. Different foods, fabrics, and environments can impact our energy levels. Let's all slow down and reflect on what affects our energy.The Energy Club is for anyone who wants to take responsibility for their energy. People who want support, accountability and inspiration. Join me at lisaoneill.co.nz

Travel changes you. It opens your mind and your eyes. It makes you think about the things that you have always thought were normal. It lets you experience new food and new cultures.

People often talk about people being judgmental as a negative thing but I do believe it can have some merits. What are the things that you judge people on?

Turning up turned on means you're ready like you're on. You've got everything you need, you are ready to go. Are you ready?

If I had one wish to grant every woman in the world, it would be that you can ask for what you want. You're confident to tell people what you think and that you can be flexible and flowing in your beliefs. 

Having a pocket of perfect is very important. Giving yourself space, doing stuff for you. Put something in every week into your life just for you. What is the thing you do for you? 

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.