Dani Van de Velde is the founder of The Meditation Teacher in Singapore. She’s a highly-qualified, highly-experienced meditation teacher, Usui Reiki Master, healer and spiritual mentor and she is a regular keynote speaker for corporate, school and community-based audiences. www.themeditationteacher.net

On this episode, Kim chats with Dani about the power of ritualistic practice, and explores how ritual – in its multitude of forms – can help us connect more deeply with the moments that make up our lives.

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Her Excellency Jo Tyndall is the New Zealand High Commissioner to Singapore. Jo has a long and varied career in public service, including as New Zealand’s Climate Change Ambassador, where she led the New Zealand international negotiations team for the Paris Agreement.

On this episode, Kim and Jo explore how our lives are enhanced when we are of service, and when we choose to use our skills, talents and knowledge to lift, support and inspire others.

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Stuart Taylor is the CEO and founder of Springfox, previously known as The Resilience Institute in Australia. He is also a respected keynote speaker, and author of Assertive Humility: Emerging from the ego trap. www.springfox.com

On this episode, Stuart and I discuss how a diagnosis of brain cancer helped him unravel his attitude toward life, and enabled him to discover the importance of ‘assertive humility’.

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Adrian Hayes is a British record-breaking adventurer, author, speaker, leadership and team consultant, and sustainability campaigner. A former British Army Gurkha Officer, his many adventures include conquering Everest, K2, and the North and South Poles. www.adrianhayes.com

On this episode, Kim and Adrian talk about the importance of perseverance, and how to become more tenacious when faced with overwhelming challenges and audacious goals.

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Chris Bettles is the director and co-founder of If Not Now Digital, a UK-based marketing company that specialises in social, environmental and creative projects, and he is the producer of an independent documentary series called The Secret of Change. www.ifnotnowdigital.co.uk

In this episode, Kim and Chris to talk about the importance of integrity and how we can each align our actions and choices with our highest values and principles.

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Jae Hermann is a motivational storyteller and business consultant specializing in personal development and digital marketing. Her mission is to motivate and inspire midlife ladies and creative entrepreneurs through storytelling and one-on-one coaching. www.jaehermann.com

On this episode, Kim chats with Jae about the importance of a meaningful life, and explores why it’s vital to base our daily actions on a sense of authentic purpose.

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Lillian Tahuri has a background in central and local government, activism and social advocacy. She has successfully represented her tribe to settle historical claims against the New Zealand government, and she is passionate about the environment, human rights, gender equality, diversity and inclusion.

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On this episode, Kim and Lillian discuss the power of advocacy and activism, and why standing up for something greater than ourselves is a vital element of a fulfilling life.

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Kim Farmakis Stevenson is a record-holding, gold-medal powerlifter who has represented Australia at the highest levels. As a life coach, she has a passion for empowering women to be both emotionally and mentally strong. www.transformationsbykim.com

On this episode, the two Kims discuss how our lives are enhanced when we confront our frailties and work to develop greater physical, mental and emotional strength.

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