It's a Mindset

Have you ever known exactly what you needed to do, but still found yourself stuck? We live in a world overflowing with information. Books, podcasts, courses and advice are more accessible than ever before. Yet many of us still struggle to bridge the gap between what we know and what we actually do. In this episode of It's a Mindset, Emma sits down with leadership expert, keynote speaker and author Tamsin Simounds to explore why information alone doesn't create change - experience does. Drawing on the principles from her book, The Experiment Mindset, Tamsin shares a brain-aligned approach to growth that challenges the way many of us think about personal development. Together, Emma and Tamsin unpack why high achievers often become trapped by their own success, why waiting until something feels comfortable is holding us back, and how embracing experimentation can create lasting transformation. As someone who has recently launched The Next Chapter Collective, Emma deeply resonated with Tamsin's message. Building something new always involves uncertainty, vulnerability and a willingness to step into the unknown. In many ways, every next chapter is simply one big experiment - and perhaps that's exactly the point. If you've been waiting to feel ready before making a change, this conversation may be exactly what you need to hear. One of the most powerful reflections from this conversation is considering how much you've changed over the past ten years compared to how much you expect to change over the next ten. Most of us dramatically underestimate our capacity for growth. This episode is a reminder that the life you want isn't created through more information alone. It's created through action, experimentation and a willingness to step into the unknown. Key Episode Takeaways:  Why information alone doesn't create lasting change The difference between progress and genuine growth How successful people can unknowingly become trapped by their own identity The three levers that drive behaviour and transformation Why waiting for confidence before taking action rarely works How adopting an experimental mindset can help you navigate uncertainty and change Why the life you want may be much closer than you think Why you don't have to stay the same person you've always been About The Guest: Tamsin Simounds is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, entrepreneur and author of The Experiment Mindset. Her work focuses on helping people bridge the gap between what they know and what they actually do by creating experiences that generate meaningful behavioural change. She is also the founder of JumpProof, a platform designed to help individuals and organisations embrace experimentation as a pathway to growth, resilience and transformation. Show Resources: Follow Tamsin on Instagram: @tamsinsimounds Connect with Tamsin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsinkate/ Check Out Tamsin's Website: https://www.tamsinsimounds.com/ Follow Emma on Instagram: @emmalagerlow Learn More About The Next Chapter Collective - https://www.emmalagerlow.com/the-next-chapter-collective If you LOVED this episode, make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @tamsinsimounds Here's to embracing the experiment, Emma. X.

Have you ever read a book and thought… “wow, this is life-changing”… and then a week later, nothing actually changes? You feel inspired. Motivated. Clear. And then life gets busy again… and you find yourself right back where you started. In this episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m diving into why this happens - and more importantly, what it actually takes to move from insight into meaningful, lasting change. Because reading the book is one thing… but integrating it into your life is something else entirely. Key Takeaways: Why inspiration alone isn’t enough to create change The common pattern I see in women (and have experienced myself) when it comes to personal growth Why midlife is such a powerful opportunity to redefine what you truly want The importance of knowing your values and creating a life that actually reflects them How real transformation happens through reflection, conversation and support This episode is very close to my heart. When I wrote Worthy & Wealthy, my intention was never just to inspire - it was to help women actually create a more fulfilling, abundant life. But what I’ve come to realise is that insight doesn’t create change on its own. We need space. We need reflection. And often… we need support. That’s where the real shifts happen. An Invitation: This episode also marks the beginning of something new. If this conversation resonates with you, I’ve opened the waitlist for The Next Chapter Collective - a small, guided group experience designed to help you integrate these ideas and step into meaningful change. You can learn more and join The Next Chapter Collective here. Show Resources: Learn More About The Next Chapter Collective - HERE Learn More About Emma's Book, Worthy & Wealthy - HERE Follow Emma on Instagram - HERE If you loved this episode… Make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag me @emmalagerlow - I love seeing what resonates with you. You don’t need another book. You need a space to live what you’ve already learned. Yours In Your Next Chapter, Emma. X.

Have you ever felt flat… even when life looks “fine” on paper? Like you’re functioning - working, parenting, leading - but your energy isn’t where it used to be? In this episode of It’s a Mindset, I sit down with Tim Jack Adams - founder of three purpose-driven companies and author of Energised - to explore what it really means to feel alive, purposeful and connected again. Since 2009, Tim has worked with leadership teams across industries to embed functional wellbeing into organisations - not as a tick-box initiative, but as a sustainable way of working. His approach is deeply personal, always tailored, and grounded in one belief: when people feel valued, purposeful and connected, they perform at their best. What I loved about this conversation is that it wasn’t about hustle or productivity - it was about energy. Real energy. The kind that comes from living in alignment. As someone who speaks often about purpose as a pillar in Worthy & Wealthy, this episode resonated deeply. Tim’s perspective brought me such clarity and joy - because when we feel energised by what we do, life feels lighter, not heavier. Key Takeaways: What a “battery check” is - and how it makes checking in with mates easier and more natural Why purpose isn’t optional - it’s fuel The role of nature, presence and connection in restoring energy Why wellbeing isn’t separate from life… it is life And how giving less value and time to work (and more to living) might actually improve both There is also an honest discussion about mental health and suicide in this episode. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please listen with care. In Australia, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14. About the Guest: Tim Jack Adams is an entrepreneur, wellbeing advocate and author of Energised. Since 2009, he has founded three companies with one mission: helping people reconnect with themselves, their teams and what truly matters. Through these ventures, Tim has worked with leadership teams across industries to embed functional wellbeing, strengthen culture and build sustainable momentum. His approach is deeply personal - taking the time to understand each team’s unique needs and co-creating practical pathways that deliver real results, not just feel-good moments. Tim believes that when people feel valued, purposeful and connected, they perform at their best. And when organisations operate this way, they don’t just build better companies - they help create a better world. Show Resources: Follow Tim on Instagram - HERE Check out Tim's Website - HERE Learn More About Tim's New Book, Energised - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn More About 1:1 Coaching with Emma - HERE Book a FREE 30-Minute Discovery Call with Emma - HERE Tim reminds us that being energised isn’t about doing more - it’s about reconnecting to what truly matters. If this episode resonated, I’d love you to share it on your Instagram stories and tag @emmalagerlow and @timjackadams. Yours In Feeling Energised, Emma. X.

Have you ever had your life turned upside down by something you never saw coming - and been forced to find strength you didn’t even know you had? In this deeply moving episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by Sarah Susak - a commercial lawyer, full-time working mum, meditation teacher, and quite honestly, one of the most resilient humans you’ll ever hear from. Sarah has spent more than two decades leading legal functions for some of the world’s most iconic brands, including Coca-Cola and Colgate-Palmolive, across the South Pacific and Europe. Today, she is the General Manager for Legal and Corporate Affairs at a leading Australian food manufacturer. But in 2017, shortly after becoming a mother, Sarah’s life changed forever when she was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive head and neck cancer. What followed was an extraordinary journey through major facial reconstructive surgeries, intensive radiation treatment, and ongoing medical challenges - a journey that ultimately led her to discover the ancient practice of Vedic meditation. Meditation became a cornerstone of Sarah’s healing, recovery, and resilience, inspiring her to train as a Vedic meditation teacher and, in 2023, launch Medi Steady Go®, a business dedicated to sharing the wisdom and techniques she credits with saving her life. After almost seven years in remission, Sarah faced another unexpected challenge in 2024 when she was diagnosed with a metastasis to the lung. Although safely removed, complications followed, including a rare autoimmune condition that left her on life support and hospitalised for nearly three months. Once again, through holistic health practices and her unwavering daily meditation routine, Sarah made a remarkable recovery - defying medical expectations. Today, Sarah lives a joyful, purpose-filled life in Sydney with her husband and daughter and is the author of YOURU, her first book. As a daily meditator myself, I found this conversation incredibly grounding and inspiring. Sarah’s experience reaffirmed for me the power of meditation not just as a tool for calm, but as a way of reconnecting with what’s already within us - steadiness, resilience, and quiet joy. Listening to Sarah has encouraged me to go deeper in my own practice and to explore Vedic meditation more fully. I genuinely can’t wait to join one of her Medi Steady Go® workshops. This episode is a reminder that while we can’t always control what happens to us, we can choose how we meet it. Key Episode Takeaways: What Vedic meditation is and how it differs from other meditation practices The powerful role meditation can play in healing - physically, emotionally and spiritually Why a health diagnosis doesn’t have to be defined only by fear or negativity How focusing on what you can do restores a sense of agency and hope Why happiness isn’t something you need to chase - it’s always there, waiting beneath the noise About the Guest Sarah Susak is a full-time working mum. A commercial lawyer with over two decades of experience, Sarah has led the legal function of some of the world’s most iconic brands, including Coca-Cola and Colgate-Palmolive, across the South Pacific and Europe. She is now a full time General Manager for Legal and Corporate Affairs at a leading Australian food manufacturer. In 2017, shortly after becoming a mother, Sarah was diagnosed with a rare and deadly head and neck cancer. Her journey through major facial reconstructive surgeries, intensive radiation treatment and ongoing medical challenges led her to discover the ancient practice of Vedic meditation, which became a cornerstone of her recovery and inspired her to train as a Vedic meditation teacher. In 2023 she launched Medi Steady Go®, a business dedicated to sharing the wisdom and techniques that she credits with saving her life. After being in remission of cancer for almost seven years, while completing YOURU in 2024 Sarah was diagnosed with a metastasis to the lung. Though safely removed, she developed a rare autoimmune condition which saw her on life support and hospitalised for almost three months. With the help of holistic health practices and her daily meditation routine, she made a remarkable recovery, defying medical expectations. She is now living a joyful and purpose-filled life in Sydney with her husband and daughter. YOURU is her first book. Show Resources: Follow Sarah on Instagram - HERE Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn - HERE Check Out Sarah's Website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Check Out Emma's 1:1 Coaching - HERE Book a FREE 30-Minute Call with Emma - HERE If you loved this episode, please share it on your Instagram Stories and tag us @emmalagerlow and @sarah_susak - we’d love to know what resonated most for you. Yours in Finding Inner Happiness, Emma.

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Why do men process emotions so differently to women?” Or felt like you and your partner were speaking completely different emotional languages? In this deeply insightful episode of It’s a Mindset, I’m joined by John Broadbent - men’s mentor, retreat facilitator and father - for a powerful conversation about men, emotions, relationships, and what it really means to understand one another more compassionately. John has spent nearly 30 years working in men’s personal development, supporting men through major life transitions including midlife, fatherhood and the move into what he calls Eldership. Through his work - and his lived experience as a father and partner - John has witnessed firsthand how societal expectations and stereotypes shape the way boys and men learn (or don’t learn) to relate to their emotions. This conversation is a grounded, honest exploration of how men experience and express emotions, how this differs from women, and how understanding those differences can profoundly improve our relationships - as partners, parents and humans. A personal note from me I took so much from this episode. As someone in a long-term relationship - and as a mother of a son - this conversation gave me deeper insight into how men’s emotional worlds work, and how often misunderstandings arise not from lack of care, but from different emotional wiring and conditioning. It’s already shifted how I relate to my partner, and how I think about expectations, boundaries and communication - and I know it will do the same for many of you. Key Episode Takeaways: How men experience and process emotions - and why this often looks different to women The impact of societal conditioning and expectations on boys and men Why emotional expression isn’t the same as emotional depth How understanding men’s inner worlds can improve communication and connection in relationships John’s use of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and why it’s central to his work with men Powerful parenting insights around boundaries, leadership and why being your child’s friend isn’t the same as being their parent How unrealistic expectations placed on children (and partners) can quietly damage connection About the Guest: John Broadbent is a dedicated father to two young men, a husband, and a business owner with nearly 30 years of experience in men’s personal development. As a specialist coach, mentor, retreat creator, and facilitator, he has witnessed first-hand the profound impact societal stereotypes have on boys and men, including his own sons. John designs and leads weeklong rite-of-passage programs for men navigating significant life transitions, such as midlife and later years, guiding them to explore the rich terrain of Eldership. Passionate about helping men define their legacy, he supports them in rediscovering their vitality, purpose, and passion for life as they age. Show Resources: Follow John on Instagram - HERE Connect with John on Facebook - HERE Check Out John's Website - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Check Out Emma's 1:1 Coaching - HERE Book a FREE 30-minute Discovery Call with Emma - HERE If you LOVED this episode, please share it on your Instagram stories and tag @emmalagerlow and @manunplugged. And if it sparked reflection around your relationships, I’d love you to pass it on to someone who might need this perspective too. Yours in understanding, connection & compassion, Emma. X.