#7 Overthinking, Rumination and Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs with Sky Maree Steele

Episode SynopsisIn this thought-provoking conversation, Cass is joined by Clinical Psychologist Sky Maree Steele to explore the hidden mental patterns that keep so many of us stuck—especially in midlife. Together, they unpack the power of negative core beliefs, why we fall into people-pleasing and living to others’ expectations, and how overthinking and rumination can erode our self-worth and wellbeing.Sky shares her professional insights into how these patterns are formed, how they show up in everyday life—from relationships to work to self-identity—and why midlife is often the turning point when people start questioning them. You’ll also hear about evidence-based strategies, including CBT and mindfulness, plus Sky’s practical tools for interrupting cycles of worry and self-doubt.Whether you’ve struggled with perfectionism, found yourself replaying the past on repeat, or realised you’ve been living by someone else’s rules, this episode will give you both understanding and actionable steps to start letting go and moving forward.Sky shares her own reflections on how she “minds her being” and the practices she leans on to support her whole health.We close with Cass sharing her personal experience with negative core beliefs and how she was able to understand and overcome them in midlife.✨ A rich, empowering episode for anyone ready to stop overthinking, reclaim their values, and create healthier boundaries.Professional BiographyBusiness owner,  Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor Sky Steele is a clinical psychologist, ADHD-er, mentor, and mum of four, passionate about helping women — especially people-pleasers, ADHDers, and health professionals — build confidence, embrace their uniqueness, and do life and business their way. She’s the founder of Uniquely You Psychology in Albion Park, NSW, Australia and will soon be opening a monthly outreach clinic in Bermagui on the Far South Coast of NSW. Sky also runs workshops and provides mentoring for women ready to ditch the rules, raise their standards, and finally back themselves. Links:Instagram  @skymareesteeleInstagram  @uniquelyyoupsychologyhttps://mindyourbeing.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/mindyourbeingpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574785410170#https://x.com/mind_yourbeinghttps://www.youtube.com/@MindYourBeingPodcastThanks so much for listening,Cass xDisclaimer:The information provided on the Mind Your Being Podcast is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. The content shared on this podcast is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or nutritional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.Reliance on any information provided by the Mind Your Being Podcast, its hosts, guests, or others appearing on the podcast is solely at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast creators or hosts.