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Episode 95 – What Healthy Support Actually Looks Like in Teams and in Families

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Many of us capable, reliable, and caring people find ourselves becoming the “go-to” person.

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In this Building Better Relationships at Home and Work with Angela and Patti Podcast in Episode 95, we explore the difference between helping and over-functioning and how to support others without taking over.

At work, that might look like finishing a task for someone because it feels faster.
At home, it might mean solving a problem for someone you love to make things easier for them.

Most of us genuinely want to be supportive. We want to help the people we care about. We want to make things easier for our team, our family, or our friends. And often we step in because we see a problem and we know we can fix it.

But sometimes support can quietly turn into something else.

It can turn into carrying more than our share.
It can turn into stepping in too quickly.
And sometimes, without meaning to, it can even prevent someone else from growing.

As you think about support in your own life, you might reflect on a few questions:

• When do I tend to step in quickly to help?
• What signals show up in my body when I feel responsible for solving something?
• What might change if I paused and asked what kind of support is actually needed?

These small moments of awareness can help us create support that builds confidence rather than dependency.

Sometimes, a thoughtful conversation and a fresh perspective can open the door to meaningful change.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and blog content are for educational and reflective purposes and not intended to replace professional medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice.

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Angela’s new eBook, The Empath’s Guide: How to Stop Taking on Other People’s Energy ⁠https://bit.ly/empathebook1⁠

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From Chaos to Calm: Coaching Tools to Design a Life You Love

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In this episode of The Coach’s Corner, host Davina Lyons sits down with Patti Oskvarek, a Life, Leadership, and Work-Life Balance Coach and Reiki Master, for a powerful conversation about confidence, boundaries, and creating a life with intention.

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Patti shares her personal journey from shyness and people-pleasing to finding her voice and helping others design a life they truly love.


Through coaching, Reiki, affirmations, and reflective practices, she guides individuals toward calm, clarity, and meaningful personal growth, both at work and beyond it.


✨ In this episode, we explore:

Finding balance in a busy, demanding world, letting go of people-pleasing and honoring boundaries, leading with intention and inner peace

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Exploring Life and Work with Patti – From Chaos to Calm Podcast

To learn more about Davina Lyons | “Mama Lyons.” Empowering authentic growth through storytelling, mindset, and resilience.

Davina’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@risingresilience1

Davina was on Building Better Relationships at Home and Work with Angela and Patti podcast Episode 56 – Being Your Authentic Me in Relationships

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Episode 94: Your Body Remembers the Fight: How Old Patterns Shape New Conflict

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Have you ever reacted strongly to a situation and later wondered why?

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You might notice your shoulders tighten, your breath shorten, or your thoughts race before you’ve even had time to understand what’s happening. These reactions aren’t random. They’re signals from a nervous system that has learned how to protect you.

In this episode, we explore how our bodies remember past emotional experiences and bring them forward into new situations. When an old pattern is activated, the response can feel automatic, even when the current moment doesn’t fully warrant it.

This awareness isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about recognizing that your reactions carry information.

When you begin to notice these patterns with curiosity instead of judgment, something softens.

This episode explores why our reactions make sense and how awareness creates new options.

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Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. If you are experiencing ongoing distress, trauma, or mental health concerns, please seek support from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional.

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Angela’s new eBook, The Empath’s Guide: How to Stop Taking on Other People’s Energy ⁠https://bit.ly/empathebook1⁠

Join Angela’s online Movement Class 7 pm Mondays, Sydney time ⁠https://classbento.com.au/dance-healing-feel-more-relaxed-and-at-home-in-your-body⁠

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Discover Dance Healing In-person in Sydney or Online ⁠https://dancewithangelahealing.as.me/dancehealing⁠

Patti’s Links:

To schedule a life and work-life balance coaching or Reiki session

If you would like to learn more about working with Patti for coaching services⁠⁠

Exploring Life and Work with Patti – From Chaos to Calm Podcast ⁠⁠

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Episode 93 – Overwhelmed Inside, Guarded Outside: The Intimacy Disconnect

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What if the pressure to appear calm, competent, and capable is actually what’s draining you the most?

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Many professionals and caregivers feel an unspoken expectation to hold it all together. In Episode 93 – Overwhelmed Inside, Guarded Outside: The Intimacy Disconnect, we explore how this pressure can quietly disconnect us from ourselves and others.

Connection doesn’t have to be deep, intense, or exhausting. Sometimes, it just needs to feel safe.

At home, a supportive connection might mean asking for quiet time without guilt. At work, it could mean proactively sharing your progress on a project to reduce anxiety.

When you notice overwhelm:

  1. Take a Pause
  2. Offer yourself compassion
  3. Choose one small action that supports connection

Podcast Affirmation

Even when I feel overwhelmed inside, I am learning how to stay gently connected on the outside.

If this blog and video spoke to something you’ve been carrying quietly, consider staying connected. Subscribe, listen along on YouTube or Spotify, and return whenever you need a moment of calm, clarity, and encouragement.
Thank you for being here.

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When Kindness Leads the Way – In Work and Life

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Kindness is more than being polite or pleasant. It’s a choice, a way of moving through the world with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Every moment offers a decision:

  • Will I react with frustration?
  • Or respond with calm and grace?

When we choose kindness, we soften tension, build trust, and strengthen relationships in ways that feel natural and authentic.

Simple daily examples:

  • Smile at someone passing by
  • Say hello or thank you
  • Offer a compliment
  • Slow down long enough to truly see others

These examples have a ripple through our day and often uplift the people around us more than we realize.

Kindness in the Workplace: 

In the workplace, kindness is a powerful yet often overlooked leadership skill.

It may look like:

  • Listening without interrupting
  • Acknowledging others’ efforts
  • Offering help without expecting anything in return
  • Choosing calm communication, even in stress

When we pause before responding to a stressful email or a heated moment in a meeting, it can shift the entire tone of a conversation.

Kindness Toward Yourself:

Many of us freely offer kindness to others, yet struggle to provide it to ourselves. Self-kindness fuels resilience, clarity, and emotional well-being. Without it, we risk burnout, compassion fatigue, and inner frustration.

Self-kindness may look like:

  • Take breaks without guilt
  • Say “no” when you need to
  • Rest when your body calls for it

When kindness leads the way, others naturally feel safer, calmer, and more connected, and this is how compassion spreads, one moment at a time.

What is one small act of kindness you can offer today?

If you’re ready to bring more clarity, balance, and intention into your life, I would love to support you.
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Episode 92 – How To Speak Up When You’re Scared Of A Fallout

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Have you ever stayed quiet to avoid a conflict, but later felt frustrated that you didn’t speak up?

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Many people fear a fallout, the emotional reaction, backlash, or relationship tension that may follow honest communication.

In this episode, Angela and Patti explore how to find your voice even when that fear rises.

What Is a Fallout?

A fallout is the emotional or relational aftermath when communication leads to:

  • Hurt feelings
  • Misunderstanding
  • Anger or withdrawal
  • Blame or retaliation
  • Changes in trust or connection

Avoiding hard conversations can create resentment and emotional distance.

Silence can feel like the safest option until it starts to hurt.

The best way to prevent a fallout is to communicate early and with empathy.

By learning to communicate early, set boundaries, and resolve concerns with confidence before resentment and conflict build, this can help prevent fallout.

Reflection Question:

What small conversation have I been avoiding that would help prevent bigger conflicts later?

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How to Get Out of a Rut: Simple Shifts to Feel Inspired Again

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We’ve all experienced moments when life feels very heavy and our motivation is lacking. It’s a signal that something needs to shift.


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Recently, someone made a harsh comment that sent me into a spiral of self-doubt. For a few days, I felt unmotivated and creatively blocked, like I couldn’t move forward.

Eventually, I paused and reflected: Who am I really doing this for?

The answer became clear for me; it’s for all of you who are seeking encouragement and calm in the chaos of life.

When we’re in a rut, it’s tempting to think we need a complete overhaul at once. However, it’s often the small changes that make the most difference. Ruts thrive on sameness, so anything new, even small, helps.

Journaling is one of the most powerful ways to gain clarity. It helps you see patterns, release emotions, and focus on what truly matters.

Reflect on this question:

🖋️ What shift will I make today to inspire me and get me out of this rut?

Affirmation: I trust that ruts are temporary, and I have the strength to move forward.

You may be surprised how one thought can begin to create change, and your outlook shifts from feeling demotivated to inspired.

If you’re ready to rediscover clarity, balance, and purpose, explore my Coaching and Reiki services.

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Episode 91 – The Cost of Putting Yourself Last

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What happens when you’re always last on your own list? Does your energy fade, your joy disappear, and even your closest relationships start to suffer?

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In this heartfelt live conversation, Angela and Patti open up about the emotional and physical costs of prioritizing others over yourself, transforming both your personal and professional life with encouragement, practical tips, and gentle reminders.

We explore the hidden costs of self-neglect, ranging from burnout and resentment to a loss of identity. Discover small, powerful steps to help without guilt and create healthier, happier relationships.

Self-Reflection-Journal Prompt: What’s one area where you can communicate your needs today?

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Get practical tools to stop emotional overwhelm and reclaim your energy.  

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🌿 **1:1 Emotional Healing or Life Coaching Session – Just $135 AUD / $87 USD**  

For sensitives and seekers who want personalised support.  

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Connect with like-minded souls, and get exclusive content  

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How Gratitude Reduces Stress and Creates Balance at Work and Home

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Life is full of work deadlines, family responsibilities, and the never-ending to-do list. In the midst of all this, gratitude becomes a practice that can shift our perspective during the day.

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Stress can show up from decision overload, constant busyness, and the feeling that there’s never enough time. Gratitude offers a pause, a way to breathe and reframe our perspective.

By practicing the Reiki principle, ‘Just for today,’ I am grateful for my many blessings, which can help shift the focus from stress to peace.

This simple yet powerful reminder brings us back to the present moment.

Affirmation for Gratitude:

Just for today, I will give thanks for the little things.

Applying Gratitude at Work and Home:

At work: Before a meeting, silently name one thing you’re grateful for.

At home: Think of one thing you are thankful for.

Starting the day with gratitude, even on the most stressful days, feels better with a sense of thankfulness.

A Self-Reflection Journal Prompt:

How does practicing gratitude help lessen your stress?

If you tried one of these gratitude practices, let me know in the comments how it went.

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Episode 90: When We Stop Showing Up: Silent Quitting

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When employees start checking out, the entire team feels it. Tasks may get accomplished, but the creativity, collaboration, morale, and trust at work begin to erode.

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In this episode, we discuss the phenomenon of silent quitting, examining its causes and how it erodes trust over time. At home, it may look like going through the motions without emotional connection. At work, it can mean avoiding challenges, withholding ideas, or doing the bare minimum.

By re-engaging, setting aside time to have conversations, showing appreciation, and actively participating in shared responsibilities.

🎧 Take a listen to this episode to see your engagement level and learn more strategies to reconnect with purpose.

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