Season 2: Episode 3 - Hayley Forbes - But what if...?

What if the story you’ve been telling yourself about your limits… isn’t true?In this fire-up-your-mindset episode, I’m joined by Hayley Forbes, business coach, mentor, and mum of four who refuses to let chronic illness define what’s possible in her life.Living with a genetic connective tissue disorder that causes daily pain, instability, and exhaustion, Hayley could have accepted the narrative she was given: that things would only get worse. Instead, she made a decision that changed everything - this will not be my life.From being dismissed by doctors to navigating traumatic pregnancies, burnout, and recovery, Hayley shares how she took her power back. This isn’t about toxic positivity - it’s about radical self-ownership, learning your body, and choosing to show up anyway.We get into:The mindset shift that breaks the “this is just how it is” cycleHow to stop outsourcing your power (to doctors, labels, or circumstances)Why your lifestyle needs to match your energyLetting go of all-or-nothing thinking and making empowered choicesThe question that changes everything: “How can I?”This episode will challenge you, ground you, and give you a serious reality check - in the best possible way.Follow Hayley @TheSigmaFemme