Eudaemonia

EDMN 028: Ritual, with Dani Van de Velde

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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EDMN 027: Service, with Jo Tyndall

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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EDMN 026: Humility, with Stuart Taylor

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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EDMN 025: Perseverance, with Adrian Hayes

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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EDMN 024: Integrity, with Chris Bettles

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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EDMN 023: Purpose, with Jae Hermann

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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EDMN 022: Activism, with Lillian Tahuri

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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EDMN 021: Strength, with Kim Farmakis Stevenson

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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EDMN 020: Authenticity, with Rebecca Smith

Rebecca Smith is an entrepreneurial leader and renowned marketing and branding expert. Since 2014, she has been entrusted to lead New Zealand Story – a joint private-public initiative within the New Zealand government. www.nzstory.govt.nz
On this episode, Kim and Rebecca chat about the value of authenticity and discuss why we ought to express ourselves in consciously authentic ways.
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EDMN 019: Adventure, with Carrie Miller

Carrie Miller is an avid traveller, storyteller and award-winning professional writer. She writes primarily for National Geographic and is a Contributing Editor at National Geographic Traveler Magazine. www.carrieink.co.nz
On this episode, Kim and Carrie talk about the importance of adventure, and discuss why stepping out of our comfort zone is a vital component in an inspired life.
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EDMN 018: Self-Compassion, with Dr. Kristin Neff

Dr. Kristin Neff is an author, associate professor in human development and culture at the University of Texas, and pioneer in the field of self-compassion. www.self-compassion.org
On this episode, Kim chats with Kristin about the importance of self-compassion and learns how we can turn our inner dialogue away from harsh criticism, and toward support, understanding and self-care.
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EDMN 017: Creativity, with Adam Haddrick

Adam Haddrick is a renowned Australian photographer with a clientele that includes the crème de la crème of global celebrities, corporations and elite sportsmen and women.  www.adamhaddrick.com On this episode, Kim and Adam discuss the power of creativity, and explore how we can each reclaim our creative genius and unlock this incredible key to wellbeing Listen In
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