Beyond Bubble Baths - Real Self-Care in Politics and Community with Kate for Freo

In this candid episode of She Speaks, we explore what wellbeing and self-care really look like beyond Instagram perfection and commercialised images. Kate Hulett, a Fremantle business owner, community advocate, artist, and independent political candidate, shares her raw experiences of balancing multiple roles while navigating the demands of political candidacy. With honesty and authenticity, she reveals the challenges and small victories in maintaining wellbeing during intensely busy periods of life.This EpisodeKate shares her journey with wellbeing and self-care during a transformative time in her life. We explore:The reality of self-care during campaign season and how small rituals become essential anchorsHow deep community connections influence personal wellbeing and create meaningThe importance of establishing boundaries in public roles without sacrificing authenticityNavigating gendered expectations and scrutiny as a woman in politicsQuotable Moments"I would never say to a friend the things that I say to myself. If someone else was doing what I'm doing, I would be incredibly supportive. So I can reflect and try to practice that to myself." - Kate"We've been trained to believe that we are all isolated and powerless. But when we come together with others, we are very strong." - Kate"The bravery and courage that we seek from our leaders has dissipated, and with that so has our bravery and courage. But I can see it bubbling back up—people are getting involved again, hoping for more and asking for more." - KateResources MentionedCommunity Connections: Kate highlights the importance of local community gatherings, like the monthly community dinners she attended where anyone can participateDigital Boundaries: Setting expectations through email signatures about availability and response timesWellbeing Policies: Discussion of government policies that measure wellbeing instead of just GDPConnect With UsFollow She Speaks on Instagram: @shespeakswellbeingstrategiesVisit our website: www.shespeakswellbeing.comAbout KateKate Hulett is a Fremantle business owner whose retail store, Kate and Abel, has been part of the local streetscape for the past 11 years. Living around the corner from her shop, Kate is a longstanding advocate for building a smarter, more liveable and vibrant Fremantle. She recently ran a groundbreaking campaign for state parliament that mobilised the Fremantle community and saw WA's biggest swing against Labor, coming within just a few hundred votes of winning despite challenges from major parties.At this election (May 2025), Kate is running as a Community Independent for Fremantle, with the goal of putting Fremantle's voice front and center on a strong crossbench of independents and holding major parties accountable on critical issues. Not linked to any political party or controlled by big business, billionaires, or lobbyists, Kate represents the community and is accountable only to her constituents. Her campaign exemplifies her belief that Fremantle deserves positive and courageous leadership for a better future.Connect With Kate Kate of Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/DITY_8FJWP0/A Pirce of Kate Podcast https://www.kateforfremantle.com/podcast-a-piece-of-kate Kate for Fremantle https://www.kateforfremantle.com/ A Note on WellbeingShe Speaks is dedicated to amplifying women's voices on self-care and wellbeing. Whi