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Growing with Gayle

by Gayle Moana-Johnson

Come have some real growth conversations with me as I dive into life as a Teen mum, in recovery, abuse I navigated, healing journey, raising kids on my own, and how I now run my own busienss as a certified Life Coach and self healing guide. There will be mindset conversations, personal growth, how we turn our pains into purpose plus more! Will also have guests on as they dive into their own lives, what challenges arose and how they overcame. Because we are all on different journeys. And I want to remind you of that too 🫶🏾

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Episodes

  1. Ep20: Stop Trying to Do More | How to Rest Before You Crash

    Even when life is going really well, we can still hit full capacity and crash. In this kōrero Gayle gets real about the Friday she absolutely crashed, why pushing through and trying to mindset your way out of burnout doesn't work, and what she did instead. If you've been running on empty, this...

  2. Ep19: Why Imposter Syndrome Never Goes Away and How to Do It Anyway

    Imposter syndrome still creeps in for me, even now. Stepping into bigger rooms, running workshops, building this business, and that voice still shows up asking who tf I think I am. In this korero Gayle gets real about why imposter syndrome never goes away, why confidence actually comes after…

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  3. Ep18: My Second Teen Pregnancy - Fear, Awareness & the Power to Choose

    Navigating change is hard. Navigating it as a 17 year old, pregnant with her second baby, raising a sick toddler and facing discrimination from the system? Next level. In this kōrero Gayle gets real about the fear, the choices and the learnings that come with change, using her own raw teen mum...

  4. Ep17: I Was 17, Pregnant & Facing Discrimination - Here's What I Did

    Second pregnancy at 17. Baby's dad in and out of jail. Living in a dysfunctional home. Facing discrimination from the system. And still showing up anyway. This is the raw, unfiltered story of my being pregnant forthe second time at 17 - the shame, the fear, the fight. Our experiences don't have…

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  5. Ep16: You Don't Have to Choose Between Being a Mum & Your Dreams

    You Don't Have to Choose Between Being a Mum & Your DreamsFor every mum who's ever felt like she had to choose, this kōrero is for you. We're talking mum guilt, self-awareness and why your dreams don't have to wait. https://www.instagram.com/gaylemoanajohnson/...

  6. Ep15: Business goals - Let's help 1 million women grow!

    Gayle shares her ambitious plans to grow her social media presence, empower women and mums, and create a positive intergenerational impact. She emotionally discusses her goals for scaling her business, increasing her followers, and making a meaningful difference in her community. Takeaways -...

  7. Ep14: I used to run from my emotions, here's what I do now.

    Join me as I share my personal journey through grief, emotional resilience, and the importance of feeling and expressing emotions. I talk about what I do now to support myself through stress, grief & let myself really feel all of my emotions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and personal update 02:05...

  8. Ep13: Real life, raw feelings & learning to show up differently

    Life has been a lot lately. Like, a lot a lot.In this episode I get real about what's actually been going on behind the scenes - the emotional overwhelm, reverting back to old patterns, navigating family hardship, and learning how to show up differently even when everything feels like too…

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  9. Ep12: She did it scared and it changed everything | With Kylie from NZ Whanau Vibes

    She lost her husband, went bankrupt, and still built a life she absolutely loves. This conversation with Kylie is one you won't want to miss. In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Kylie - food bank founder, mama, homeowner, and one of the most real humans you'll ever come across. Kylie...

  10. Ep11: Triggered to Transformed: My Journey of Emotional Freedom & Healing

    Ever felt like you have to keep your shit together 24/7, or else you’re failing as a mum? 💔 In this korero, I’m getting completely transparent about my journey from being a young Māori mum at 15, numbing my pain and triggers with alcohol, to celebrating nearly 3 years sober and finding true...

  11. Ep10: Identity shifts | Building self-trust | Embracing change

    In this kōrero I share my own personal experiences of overcoming adversity, the grief associated with letting go of past identities, and the importance of self-trust in the journey of personal growth. Healing is a lifelong process and I would love to invite you to embrace the life you have had so...

  12. Ep9: Extraordinary lives require extraordinary action (the 10x reminder!)

    In this episode I share how listening to Grant Cardone’s The 10X Rule reminded me that normal effort creates a normal, average life, and that if I want an extraordinary life I need to take extraordinary action instead of coasting. I reflect on how staying in my comfort zone kept me stuck for…

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  13. Ep8: Feeling Frustrated

    In this episode I’m talking about frustration.... ironically while re-recording after my laptop didn’t save the first take LOL. I share where I’ve been over the past couple of years with starting and stopping the podcast, and why I took a three-month pause from my business (and a month off social...

  14. Ep7: Teen pregnancy and my birth Story: Becoming a fighter at 16 l Part 4

    In this episode, I share the deeply personal and transformative story of my first pregnancy and birth at the age of 16. From attending high school while dealing with severe morning sickness to navigating labour and a challenging emergency C-section, I describe how this experience not only made me…

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  15. Ep6: The Duality of Motherhood l Part 3 mama series

    In this episode, I dive into the dual experiences of motherhood. The moments that have both saved and broken me. While reflecting on the profound impact of losing my father, I share the transformation from a life of addiction and chaos to one of growth and purpose through motherhood. From teenage...

  16. Ep5: Navigating Teen Mamahood: Resilience and Growth | Mamas Series Part 2

    In this episode, I delve deeper into my experiences as a young mother between the ages of 15 and 20. Inspired by a recent therapy session, I discuss the adversities and beautiful moments that shaped my journey. From the chaotic and turbulent relationship with my ex to battling judgement,...

  17. Ep4: Becoming a Teen MUM | Part 1 Mama Series

    Join me as I share the challenging and transformative journey of becoming a teen mama at 15. In this first episode of a six-part series, I open up about my turbulent childhood, dealing with addiction, abuse, and mental health struggles. I talk about the moment I found out I was pregnant, the…

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  18. Ep3: Progress over perfection: You don't have to have your shit together to start

    Perfection is a straight-up lie. It’s impossible, it’s exhausting, and honestly…it’s just procrastination dressed up fancy. In this episode, I’m sharing how perfection showed up in my own life. From becoming a mum at 15, to hiding behind masks, to burning myself out trying to “look like I had it...

  19. Ep2: Self-Doubt. That sneaky little thing | 003

    Self-doubt is loud - but it doesn’t have to be the one running the show. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real, messy parts of my own journey. The false starts. The fear. The inner voice that said “Who do you think you are?” and what I did to move anyway. Whether you’re…

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  20. Ep1: Who tf am I? The identity shifts we aren't talking about | 002

    You love your kids. You love your life. And yet… there’s this quiet question that creeps in:“Who TF am I now?” In this episode, we unpack the invisible identity shifts that so many of us go through, but no one really talks about. We talk about the loss, the guilt, the rebirth… and the power of...

  21. The Power of Sharing our story

    Come see what I am up to, and find my socials on the link below! https://beacons.ai/gaylemoanajohnson ❤️

  22. Brief timeline of who I am!

    Kia ora ano e te whānau!Another older episode! And more of a timeline of my challenges and what got me to where I am now! Again you can see what I am up to below and find me on my socials below xx https://beacons.ai/gaylemoanajohnson

  23. Whakapapa - Generational Changes

    Kia Ora whānau - an older episode I've left up where I dive into who I came from - my mama and papa - and the generational changes I am making Come join me - as I start to roll out way more kōrero as I step back in to my podcast era! Looking forward to walking alongside you all x Find out what I…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Come have some real growth conversations with me as I dive into life as a Teen mum, in recovery, abuse I navigated, healing journey, raising kids on my own, and how I now run my own busienss as a certified Life Coach and self healing guide. There will be mindset conversations, personal growth, how we turn our pains into purpose plus more! Will also have guests on as they dive into their own lives, what challenges arose and how they overcame. Because we are all on different journeys. And I want to remind you of that too 🫶🏾

HOSTED BY

Gayle Moana-Johnson

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Come have some real growth conversations with me as I dive into life as a Teen mum, in recovery, abuse I navigated, healing journey, raising kids on my own, and how I now run my own busienss as a certified Life Coach and self healing guide. There will be mindset conversations, personal growth, how...

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