Thrive in Life with Amanda Kate

What happens when you spend so long being everything to everyone else that you completely lose yourself along the way?

In this episode of An Inspired Story, I'm joined by my beautiful client Stacey as we celebrate two years of working together and reflect on the incredible journey she's been on.

As a mum of three, Stacey knows all too well what it's like to live in survival mode.

After experiencing traumatic births, navigating motherhood, anxiety, self-doubt and the constant pressure to hold everything together, Stacey found herself questioning her confidence, her capabilities...

You’ve probably heard me talk about NLP approximately 847 times 😂  but what the hell actually IS it?

And more importantly… why am I so obsessed with it?

NLP — Neuro-Linguistic Programming — completely changed the way I understand human behaviour, beliefs, communication and our unconscious patterns.

Because instead of only asking:

“Why am I like this?”

NLP gets curious about:

“HOW am I doing this?”

How do you create anxiety before something has even happened?

How do you know when you’re confident?

How do you talk yourse...

Have you ever known EXACTLY what you need to do… and still found yourself doing the complete bloody opposite?

You know the boundary needs to be set.
You know the habit isn’t helping you.
You know you’re people pleasing.
You know you’re procrastinating.
You might even know exactly where the pattern came from.

And yet… it keeps showing up.

In this episode, I’m taking you deeper into why I work with the unconscious mind and why understanding a problem isn’t always enough to change the way we aut...

We spend so much of our lives chasing the next goal...

The next promotion.
The next relationship.
The next business milestone.
The next health goal.

But how often do we stop and ask ourselves...

Am I building the capacity to actually hold the life I say I want?

In this pep-talk episode, we're shifting the focus from chasing external success to strengthening the foundation that supports it all—you.

I dive into why emotional resilience, mental fitness, physical wellbeing and a healthy nervous system aren't just "ni...

At some point, we have to stop asking "Why am I like this?" and start asking "What am I going to do about it?"

In this short pep-talk episode, I'm sharing one of my favourite coaching frameworks: So what? Now what?

Yes, your thoughts, emotions, past experiences and limiting beliefs matter. They all give you valuable information. But awareness alone doesn't change your life.

The moment you stop letting your emotions, your fear, your stinking thinking or other people's behaviour run the show—and start consciously deciding how you want to respond—is the...

"I'm just exhausted."

It's one of the most common things I hear from women.

And while we often assume the answer is more sleep, a better diet, another supplement or squeezing in another workout... what if you're looking in the wrong place?

In this episode, I'm sharing one of the core teachings from my Energy Reset Challenge and introducing the framework I use with my clients to help them understand why they really feel so depleted.

Because your energy isn't just physical.

It's influenced by four key...

What if the people you admire aren't proof that you're behind...

What if they're proof of what's possible?

In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts I had while attending a business event in Arizona, surrounded by seven and nine-figure business owners, speakers and mentors I'd admired for years.

From the outside, it's easy to believe successful people have something we don't—more confidence, more certainty, more discipline, more courage.

But here's what I realised...

They're just people.

They have fears.
They doubt th...

From the outside, you look fine.

You’re functioning.
Showing up.
Managing your responsibilities.
Getting things done.

But internally?

You feel flat.
Disconnected.
Emotionally exhausted.
Like you’re surviving your life instead of actually experiencing it.

In this episode, we unpack what I call “quiet depletion” — the nervous system state so many high-functioning women are living in without even realising it.

Because depletion doesn’t always look like falling apart.

Sometimes it looks like constantly coping while slowly losing connection to yourself.

Most people don’t actually process their emotions.

They avoid them.
Suppress them.
Distract themselves from them.
Numb them.
Push through them.

And then wonder why they still feel heavy, reactive, anxious, emotionally exhausted or disconnected from themselves.

Because emotions that aren’t properly processed don’t just disappear.

They stay stored in the body.

In this episode, we unpack why emotional suppression impacts your nervous system, your health, your relationships and your ability to feel safe, connected and fully present in your life.

Beca...

Imposter syndrome gets thrown around like a diagnosis.

But what if it’s not a syndrome at all?

What if the feeling of being an “imposter” is simply what happens when your environment expands faster than your identity… and your nervous system hasn’t caught up yet?

In this episode, we unpack the real reason imposter syndrome feels so consuming and why most people spiral into shame instead of using the moment for growth.

Because the truth is — sometimes the feeling isn’t lying.

Sometimes it’s reflecting something back to you and...

You don’t need more awareness.

You already know your patterns.
You know your triggers.
You know where it comes from.

And yet… you’re still repeating the same behaviour.

Your nervous system is wired to choose what’s familiar over what’s better. Even when “familiar” looks like self-sabotage, procrastination, people-pleasing, overworking, or shrinking.

If you’ve been stuck in a loop of:

This episode will wake you up.

Lucy Ellis joins us for an honest and grounding conversation about the power of introspection, reconnecting to our inner child and bringing ourselves back to the heart.

So many of us move through our days on autopilot reacting, pushing through, and ignoring how we actually feel until our nervous system forces us to pay attention. In this episode, we explore why self-reflection isn’t indulgent or “woo,” but a practical and essential part of emotional maturity, nervous system regulation, and conscious living.

We discuss how checking in with yourself daily can radically change the way you sh...

If you’re the kind of person who goes all in - until you burn out  this episode is for you.

For years, I lived in that “go hard or go home” energy. I’d get inspired, jump in with both feet, and then wonder why I couldn’t stay consistent or sustain it.  Every time I threw myself fully into something new, I was actually sending my nervous system into panic mode.

Big leaps sound sexy. But when your body doesn’t feel safe, it’ll always pull you right back into old patterns — procrastination, a...

Eight weeks. One caravan. Two kids. A husband. And one hell of a journey.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real lessons I’ve learnt from living on the road — lessons about time, urgency, safety, success, and what it truly means to thrive instead of just survive.

These past two months cracked me wide open. I thought slowing down would be easy, but I quickly realised my nervous system was still addicted to urgency and chaos. I had to face my own shadows, redefine success, and learn how to feel safe when life was actual...

Ever had that pull to do something wild—like pack up your whole life and travel around Australia while still running a business and raising a family? Yeah, we did that. And in this episode, I’m giving you the honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to leap into the unknown… and hold yourself steady when all the fears, doubts, and ‘what the hell are we doing?’ moments come rolling in.

I’ll walk you through the real fears that showed up, the early wobbles that made me question everything, and the biggest lesson I’ve learned so...

Society has sold us many lies.

 That femininity = long hair. That beauty looks a certain way. That success looks a certain way. That our worth is somehow tied to how well we fit into these outdated, BS standards. But what happens when you challenge that?

In this episode of Thrive in Life, I’m sharing the story behind my decision to chop my hair off and why it became so much more than just a haircut. It was a radical act of reclaiming my own damn identity—beyond what the world tells me I should be.<...

Ever told yourself, "I could never do that"? Yeah, me too. Before I set my sights on completing a ½ Ironman triathlon, I fully believed I wasn’t capable. But here’s the thing—what you believe becomes your reality. You think you can’t? You’ll prove yourself right. You think you can? Well, you might just shock yourself BUT …. You don’t HAVE to believe in yourself before you get after your goals. Sometimes…. The belief comes after you do it! Like for me… I didn’t believe … but i was keen to prove myself wrong!

In this episode of Thri...

If you’ve ever felt like life is just happening to you, this episode is your wake-up call. You get to decide the kind of person you become—so are you going to own that power, or let your circumstances decide for you?

Kicking off season 3 with a new name and whole new vibe! So let's set the scene for 2025 shall we. You can consciously choose to change in ways you WANT to OR, unconsciously change in ways that may not be supportive or helpful for where you want to be in life.

In this very...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about domestic violence, abuse, and suicidal ideation, which may be distressing to some listeners. Please prioritize your well-being and listen with care. If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to a trusted professional or contact a local support service.

In this powerful and raw episode, Tayla bravely opens up about her journey of healing and transformation after surviving years of domestic violence and multiple abusive relationships.

Tayla shares her struggles with mental and physical health, from feeling utterly lost and experiencing suicidal thoughts to...

WOAH! A few years ago (before this podcast existed) I ran a series of interviews called “An Inspired Story” where I interviewed current and past clients about their healing and transformation journey and I am low key PUMPED to share it here on the podcast FINALLY. 

Mel and I have been working together almost 12 months now and it has been the most beautiful and inspiring experience supporting and witnessing her transformation. 

This conversation talks to Mel’s experience with her mental, emotional and physical health and what has changed the past 12months that has truly transfor...

Ever feel like you're setting goals based on where you are, rather than where you could be? In this episode, we're talking about the power of dreaming beyond your current model of the world and why it’s time to stop letting your limitations define your vision. If you're tired of playing small and want to start setting goals that align with your full potential—not your current constraints—then this episode is for you. 

Tune in to learn how to break through the trap of limited thinking and start dreaming bigger than ever before!

Ready t...

In today’s NO-BS episode, I’m breaking down why radical responsibility HAS to happen in order for us to create change. We’re getting into the harsh truth: that if you are stuck seeing or feeling like nothing is changing, you may be in victim mode (using excuses, blaming others or circumstances and waiting for things outside of you to change) and not even realize it! 

I’ll share the uncomfortable truths about where you’re giving away your power, and more importantly, how to reclaim it so you can finally create the health, happiness, and life you de...

Unresolved trauma wears many disguises. I mean... I never "thought" I had any trauma.... I just thought I was f$%^ed up 🤣

Trauma is sooooo mis-understood - you might think 

If this is you… you must register for next weekend's free Trauma Tripping You Up? Masterclass. Register here. https://www.facebook.com/share/sdNtUQecpdhoKueT/

Problem is... we tend to glorify very 'common' traits, habits or behaviors that we think are ‘normal’, n...

I took a hiatus…. And sometimes we NEED to do this. So I am BACK and dropping some truths on breaking these ‘bad’ patterns or habits we can’t seem to shake.

I share with you HOW you can get to the bottom of the patterns or habits you have so you can change them. 

Understanding that WE create these patterns or behaviors as an adaptation, response to our experience. Essentially, we created them because they serve us in some way. 

Tune in to today's episode and connect to how your shitty habits actually s...

So pumped to chat to one of my besties Brooke McIntosh in another episode to dive DEEP.

We talk about 

Join us for this empowering and deep chat about becoming limitless and what is REALLY required to step into your true potential. This is a classic Brooke and Amanda chin wag (an insight to our regular catch ups) 

Brooke inspires me to no end.

T...

One super power we have that we take for granted is the power of decision making! 

We can get stuck in the mud way too often when we THINK we don't have a choice. When we FEEL powerless and at the effect of people, stuff and things outside of ourselves. 

In this episode I want to show you the power of  just #1 decision and how just 1 decision can COMPLETELY change your life! 

When we become aware of the fact that we are already making hundreds of decisions a day, we can notice the qual...

Have you ever wondered what the difference was between those who seem to have their relationship with money dialed in, abundance flows easily and opportunities for more show up often … and those who struggle to hold money, create more abundance and wealth and who avoid mastering how to manage money??

I have! For as long as I have been fending for myself financially, it has been pretty clear that I have an interesting relationship with money. Fears of never having enough, fear of not earning enough or that I am spending too much.

Join Kim Ke...

There is nothing better than 2 of your FAVE mentors EVER saying yes to coming on the podcast that would NOT exist if it wasn't for their most incredible support and coaching over the past 8 years.

Paul and Juliet are the power couple behind Evolve & Relaunch and join me on the poddy to talk all things leveling up in life, what led them down the path of this incredible life changing work.

We dive deep into the power of working with the unconscious mind and why it’s not enough to know WHAT to do and wh...

There is nothing like being hit by a truck (literally) to wake you up to stepping into your limitless power!

This is exactly how Brooke McIntosh did… she walked away without a scratch from being hit by a truck at 100km/hr on the freeway.

She could have brushed it off as luck… but she chose to make it mean it was her second chance to make the impact she was destined to make.

And boy has she!?!

Join us for this empowering and deep chat about becoming limitless and what is r...

Today’s episode makes my heart sing. The incredible Melanie of @letsgetlayered has been a major inspiration to me and so many, with what began as daily fit checks of her extravagant outfits on her daily commute to work, Melanie has quickly become an advocate for mental health and self expression. 

Not only is she a style icon! She is a gorgeous, humble woman who has overcome her own challenges and struggles and is now (whether she is aware of it or not) inspiring others to heal through self expression and be seen for their beautiful damn sel...

Welcome back, lovely listeners, to a fresh year of the podcast! Strap yourself in for an impactful season of episodes designed to support you with 

We kick off the season with my top 5 INS for 2024 when it comes to self growth, healing and happiness. 

You want to make a change… these top 5 things…. Need to be your #1 priority. 

Let this set the scene for an epic year of gr...

Ready for some serious #2024Goals inspo? This episode dives deep into the art of setting a kick-ass vision for the year ahead! 🚀✨

I talk to 

No More Excuses: Ready to ditch the BS holding you back? We're serving up strategies to kick excuses to the curb and ele...

Today's episode we are joined by Relationship Coach - Aston Simmonds. A podcast host, author, speaker and married Mum of two helping women to deeply communicate and connect with their partner and recreate their relationship after having kids. 

This episode we dive DEEP into the ART of communication… cos lets face it, its bloody hard work. 

We talk to:

This...

This is a no-nonsense chat with Natasha Wakefield, the mastermind behind GirlFit Method, as we dissect the roots of body image and the havoc wreaked by extreme diets on women's mental and physical health.

We talk to:

We are tackling overwhelm head-on! Ever feel like life's throwing too much your way? We get it. In this episode, we break down the 3 key ways overwhelm sneaks into our lives and spill the tea on practical strategies to kick it so you can carry on while keeping calm.

Learn 

Life's too...

Part 2 of this awesome episode with Relationship Coach, Aston Simmonds we explore how we can get both people on board for working on and recreating the relationship. 

It is often the case that one person is down to actively do the work while the other may not be, we go deep on responsibility, leading the way and holding your partner in change.

We talk to 

Today's episode we are joined by Relationship Coach - Aston Simmonds. A podcast host, author, speaker and married Mum of two helping women to deeply communicate and connect with their partner and recreate their relationship after having kids. 

This episode was SO good we had to cut it into 2! 

We talk to 

You want to stay tuned for part 2. This is a goodie. Please send us a DM...

Today  we dive into the nitty-gritty of self-sabotage. 🎙️It's often cast as the villain but the truth is, it's more like a protective friend. Self-sabotage is that overzealous buddy in our unconscious mind who's just trying to keep us safe. 🤔

The key to transformation is understanding that self-sabotage's intentions are good, but its methods might not be ideal. By shedding light on this internal conflict, we can truly shift through our inner blocks for good. 💡

Join us as we explore how to make friends with your self-sabotaging tendencies. We'll share practical insights on turning this 'villain' in...

Faye is an Integrative Health Practitioner and owner of Cycle Sisters. Faye specializes in Menstrual Cycle imbalances ranging from PMS, PCOS, Endometriosis and HA. Her coaching helps women have pain free periods, balance their hormones and optimize their health through Nutrition, Movement, education and community.

We're diving deep into the world of functional health and why it's time to unsubscribe from normalizing those common health symptoms that could actually be signs of bigger issues.

Faye breaks down the power of functional bloodwork, which is a game-changer compared to your standard GP check-up especially when it...

Tara Swann is passionate about helping heart-driven people free themselves from fear to step into their true power and potential.  In today’s episode, Tara shares her experience with debilitating anxiety and how she broke FREE from the symptoms of anxiety by simply nurturing and regulating her emotions. 

This episode will open your mind and your heart to what is REALLY going on underneath your experience of anxiety. We talk about connecting to the ROOT CAUSE of these feelings of anxiety and what is required for us to heal. 

Tara shares her incredible insights and wisdo...