The True North Show

On this week’s episode of Season 5 of The True North Show I am joined by Courtney McCloud, an incredible and wonderful woman who I’ve had the pleasure of knowing and being friends with for quite a few years.  Courtney shares with us where her journey began and how it has come full circle to where she originally wanted to start.  Her view on the importance of good communication is so deep and is weaved into everything she does, in particular the work she does within organisations.  Courtney’s own communication style is light yet focused and precise with a little bit of fun as well.  I loved our conversation and I am sure you will too. Bio:Courtney McCloud has built a career that doesn't fit neatly into a single box, and that’s part of what makes her story worth telling.After starting her career as a high school English teacher, she now has over a decade of experience in communications and engagement.  Courtney has worked across some of Australia's most recognisable organisations, from secondary and tertiary education institutions to a national construction company.  Add to that her time as a teacher, advocacy for young people, international development, and the not-for-profit sector, and it’s clear her career has not been shaped by the status quo, but by a genuine curiosity about people and what moves them. At the heart of Courtney’s current work is a simple but powerful belief: that communications is transformative.  Whether that's supporting business leaders through a period of difficult change, creating community in workplaces through campaigns such as International Women’s Day, developing breakthrough campaigns to support advocacy efforts, or producing a magazine that makes frontline workers feel seen, Courtney has spent her career turning this belief into measurable outcomes. But the journey hasn't been straightforward.  Courtney has navigated the tension that many professionals quietly face: building a strong career on paper while wondering if the work truly reflects who she is and what she cares about.  That question eventually led her to build an independent consulting practice, which has been a period of professional reinvention that proved to be one of the most clarifying decisions of her life. Courtney holds a Master of Arts in Communication Management from the University of Technology Sydney, and a Bachelor of Arts with a Diploma of Education from Macquarie University; a combination that tells you something about how she thinks: rigorously, and always with people at the centre. These days, Courtney is focused on maximising the power of communications strategy for organisations making a tangible impact. She’s also developing a vision for mentoring young people and young professionals and continuing her board training. Warm, direct, and refreshingly honest about the messy reality of building a meaningful career, Courtney brings both hard-won expertise and genuine heart to this conversation. Social Media:Website:         www.thehummingbirdeffect.com.auLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-hummingbird-effect/ 

On this week’s episode of The True North Show, I am joined by Nikhil Rughani, a returning guest, a friend and someone who I am very grateful for.  Nikhil shares with me why he has pivoted from Peaceful Peak Performance to Playful Peak Performance and also what happens to him when his intuition kicks in and he is guided to make changes with the work he is doing or the path he is going down.  Nikhil also explains an incredible Ayurvedic technique that he uses to help him get clear on a new idea or direction – you will not want to miss that! Bio:Nikhil Rughani is an Australian executive coach, trainer, and founder of Steel Lotus, where he helps leaders and teams achieve Playful Peak Performance and Executive Intuition™ through the integration of science, soul, and strategy.With a background spanning copywriting, marketing, coaching, and teaching, Nikhil brings two decades of real-world experience to his work.  He has supported CEOs, government leaders, and ambitious professionals, and currently teaches Masters-level students at the University of New South Wales in advertising, marketing, and branding.  He is also studying neuroscience at the University of New England, adding academic depth to a practice already grounded in both performance and human behaviour.Nikhil’s method is built on holding opposites in tension, including play and precision, structure and flow, science and spirituality.  That philosophy shapes his coaching, his training programs, and his belief that high performance should feel more coherent, not more complicated.He is currently focused on building a scalable ecosystem of executive trainings and certification pathways, including NLP, hypnosis, and Time Line Therapy®, with a growing emphasis on corporate and team development.  His goal is to help people create meaningful results without burnout, while building capability that lasts.Nikhil also teaches taekwondo, bringing discipline, presence, and embodiment into everything he does. His broader philosophy is simple: real success comes from aligning who you are with how you work.Social Media:Website:         https://www.nikhilrughani.com Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/nrughaniInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/nikhilrughani/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilrughani/

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by a beautiful friend of mine, Alicia Lansdown.  Alicia shares many stories of how her passion and purpose has guided her throughout her life, how the loss of her father when she was 30 had a major impact and turning point on and in her life and how she is now working with women to guide them on their health journey.  Alicia talks about the value of being in tune with yourself and most importantly the insights and guidance our bodies give us when we are able to listen and feel the messages and wisdom. Bio:Alicia spent most of her twenties completely unbothered by health while her dad, a bodybuilder, quietly nudged her toward it.  She wasn't interested. But with him in her corner, she felt unstoppable. Then he died suddenly when she was 30, and everything fell apart, not just her health, but her sense of who she was. What followed were years of trying to put herself back together.  Chronic inflammation, mystery health issues, and 10 kilos she couldn't shift no matter what she tried.  She travelled to Costa Rica to study raw food nutrition, still her body held on. Doing everything "right" and getting nowhere. Until something shifted. She began training for a bodybuilding competition, she got lean, strong, and for a moment felt like she'd finally cracked it.  But pushing that hard came at a cost she hadn't anticipated, her mood darkened, the person chasing that stage was someone she didn't recognise. She never stepped on that stage.  So she stopped, stepped back, and started again.  This time without the extremes. The confidence she'd lost when her dad died began to resurface, not by pushing harder, but through finally understanding her own body, she was strong, lean, and clear on who she was again.That version of herself launched her first business.  That experience, backed by formal study in health science, became the foundation for True Nature Nutrition – because true nature isn't a programme or a meal plan. It's the version of you that's strong, confident, and completely at home in your own skin.Social Media:Website:         https://truenaturenutrition.com.au/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/true.nature.nutrition.au/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/true.nature.nutrition/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicialansdown/TikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@true.nature.nutrition

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Sarah Stockham, an incredible woman who shares with us the various “chapters” of her life that were filled with passion and purpose.  Sarah’s journey, wisdom and experience has not only helped herself throughout her life, but also every person she has come in contact with.  The effect she has on others is both comforting and healing and your life is just that little bit better once you know her.  Our conversation is so beautifully deep and insightful, you will not want to miss this. Bio:Sarah Stockham is a #1 Amazon Bestselling Author and the host of ‘Simply Sarah’, a dynamic TV show designed to enlighten, empower, and inspire service-focused leaders. With her energetic toolbox of practical techniques and a touch of mystical insight, Sarah elevates leaders’ skills and mindsets, offering engaging discussions, valuable insights, and transformative moments. Sarah is also the creator of Peaceful Pathways: Stress Relief for Women Teachers Approaching Retirement, a community that helps busy, tired, and stressed women, especially women teachers nearing retirement, break stress cycles, rediscover purpose, and embrace lasting peace. A respected Reiki Master, Author, Teacher, and Speaker, Sarah facilitates profound healing sessions, leads group guided meditations, and brings the principles of self-care to life through her company, Reiki Claremont. With over 35 years of experience in education, Sarah has been recognized as both a Master Teacher and Mentor Teacher, earning prestigious awards for excellence in teaching.  She holds a Master’s Degree in Education and an Administrative Certificate, cementing her expertise and leadership in the field. Social Media:Website:         https://sarahstockham.com/                        https://reikiclaremont.com/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/sarah.stockham.2025/Instagram:      https://instagram.com/sarahstockhamLinkedIn:         http://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstockham

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by a wonderful returning guest, Vera Helleman.  Vera and I explore everything about emotions, how they show up in your body, how they appear before we even feel them in our body and how we can look at them as gifts of wisdom and what we can learn from them.  I love Vera’s perspective that our emotions aren’t here to be ignored or swept under the carpet, they are here to guide us and once we can understand them, our lives completely shift.Bio.Vera Helleman is a teacher, speaker, and founder of The Emotion Codex, a transformative body of work dedicated to restoring the role of emotions as a guiding intelligence in human life. With a background that bridges practical experience, deep inner inquiry, and energetic awareness, she has developed a unique approach that invites people to relate to their feelings not as obstacles, but as precise signals within a living system of consciousness. Her work centers on a simple yet radical premise: emotions are not random, personal disturbances to be managed or suppressed, they are expressions of an underlying energetic order. When understood correctly, they reveal how reality is being perceived, interpreted, and created. Through this lens, Vera offers a framework that moves beyond traditional psychological models, pointing instead toward a direct, experiential understanding of how feelings, awareness, and energy interact. As the creator of The Emotion Codex, Vera has mapped emotions into eight distinct groups, each representing a specific movement within the human experience. These groups are not categorized in terms of “positive” or “negative,” but as functional expressions within a dynamic system. Her work helps individuals recognize the intelligence within their emotional responses, enabling them to move from resistance and confusion toward clarity, alignment, and creative flow. Vera’s work also extends into the domain of energy mastery, where emotions are understood as entry points into the broader dynamics of creation. Here, she explores how awareness and energy move together, and how this movement shapes both personal experience and external reality. This perspective forms the foundation for her ongoing development of advanced teachings and programs. At the heart of Vera’s approach is a respect for the intelligence of the individual. She does not seek to position herself as an authority over others, but as a facilitator of insight – a voice that helps articulate something people can recognize within themselves. Her work invites a shift from seeking answers externally to discovering a deeper inner coherence. Through her teaching, she aims to contribute to a broader shift in how emotions are perceived and valued, not only as personal experiences, but as essential components of human intelligence and collective transformation. Social Media:Website:         https://emotioncodex.com/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/verahelleman/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/verahelleman/LinkedIn:          https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-helleman/

On this week’s episode of The True North Show, I am joined by Mark Anthony, an amazing man who has been my mentor and guide for more than 10 years.  Mark and I dive deeply into his journey that started over 21 years ago and how the “weird spiritual stuff” has now become his true passion and purpose, his life’s calling.  He shares the power of our subconscious beliefs and how they can either limit us, or completely empower us.  Mark also talks about his Wealth Consciousness course and why he decided to create the course and the system that sits within it. Bio:Mark Anthony is a world-renowned ThetaHealing® Instructor, intuitive healer, and international speaker, best known for helping individuals transform subconscious beliefs and step into alignment with their highest potential. He is the creator of the Wealth Consciousness ThetaHealing® elective and a certified ThetaHealing® Master Instructor and Certificate of Science.  Having taught ThetaHealing® since 2005, Mark brings over two decades of global teaching experience and is recognised for his grounded, results-driven approach to healing, intuition, and abundance.  He specialises in wealth consciousness, intuitive development, and deep belief work guiding students to move beyond limitation and create lasting transformation.  Mark’s journey began following a diagnosis with a serious health condition, where he experienced a profound personal shift after being introduced to ThetaHealing®.  This pivotal moment reshaped his understanding of the connection between the mind, body, and subconscious beliefs, and led him to dedicate his life to helping others transform. Since 2013, Mark has taught the highly regarded Wealth Consciousness class, showing that money is not the cause but the effect of one’s internal state.  His teachings support individuals in releasing subconscious blocks around money, success, and self-worth, allowing them to create greater ease and sustainable abundance. Mark teaches globally, both in-person in Sydney and online, and is passionate about helping others heal and become confident practitioners sharing this work with integrity, clarity, and real impact. Social Media:Website:         https://thetahealing.net.au/free-introductionsFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/thetahealingaustraliaInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/thetahealingoz/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/markanthony2/TikTok:            @thetahealingoz

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Saras Naidoo, a wonderful and inspiring woman who brings love and joy into everything she speaks about.  She shares with us the journey she has been on for so long and how she has finally come home to herself and to the wisdom that has always been within.  Saras’s purpose is to be a guide for others and it is very clear in our conversation that she is doing this holistically in the community she has created and in the work she does with her clients.  What a joy it was to spend this time with her. Bio:Saras Naidoo is a guide, author, and space-holder devoted to helping people return to presence, alignment, and inner clarity.After retiring from a fulfilling career as a high school educator, where she taught Horticulture and developed experiential learning programs, Saras followed a deeper calling into holistic and energy-based healing.She is the founder of the Quantum Healing Circle for Women, a global heart-centred community, and the creator of the Chai-Chat series, a collection of 90 soulful reflections that gently guide individuals back to themselves.  This work evolved into her book, Chai Chat: A 90-Day Journey into Alignment, Inner Radiance & Self-Care.Blending her experience as a Master Gardener, Reiki Master, hypnotherapist, and quantum healing practitioner, Saras brings a grounded yet intuitive approach to personal transformation.  Her work is rooted in simplicity, nature, and everyday rituals, reminding us that healing doesn’t have to be complicated.  Her work is also deeply shaped by her personal journey through cancer alongside her husband, which led her into profound inner healing and transformation. Through her warm and calming presence, Saras creates spaces where people can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with their inner wisdom. Use this link to purchase Chai-Chat: A 90-Day Journey into Alignment, Inner Radiance, and Self-Care.https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GSZMVVH6 Social Media:Website:                     www.sarasnaidoo.comFacebook:                   https://www.facebook.com/saras.naidoo.7/Instagram:                  https://www.instagram.com/sarasnaidoo51/LinkedIn:                     https://www.linkedin.com/in/saras-naidoo-7801b2151/Spices Website:         https://www.queeniespiceworks.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/quantumhealingcircleforwomen

On this episode of The True North Show, I am joined by Anne Clark, an incredible woman who plays a very big part in my life and my business. Anne and I dive into intuition and how you can use it to your advantage in your business. She shares stories about her various clients and how intuition has helped them to move forward and to make decisions that were best for them. Anne also talks about her personal connection to her intuition and how it has played a large part in her life, and still does. Our conversation is funny, light and filled with some amazing guidance. Anne C. Clark is a Spiritual Life Coach, Akashic Records Reader, and intuitive Online Business Manager (OBM) who helps seekers and entrepreneurs reconnect with their truth, release emotional blocks, and move into greater alignment with their highest potential. With a unique blend of spiritual wisdom, intuitive insight, and grounded strategy, Anne supports her clients in overcoming self-doubt, self-sabotage, and the fear that keeps them playing small.Through her work with the Akashic Records, Anne offers deep insight into the soul’s journey, illuminating past influences, present challenges, and future possibilities. Her approach is both practical and deeply spiritual, creating a safe, supportive space for transformation, healing, and self-discovery. She empowers clients who feel stuck to uncover their soul’s blueprint, activate their inner wisdom, and live authentically, aligned, and inspired.As an intuitive OBM, Anne also brings this same blend of clarity and intuition to her business clients, helping entrepreneurs align their operations and strategy with both their goals and personal values. Whether through one-to-one sessions or group coaching, Anne’s work is designed to leave clients feeling seen, supported, and equipped with the tools to create meaningful, lasting change.Social Media:Website:          https://www.annecclark.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/theannecclarkInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/theannecclarkLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/annecclark/

On this episode of The True North Show, I am joined by a very special returning guest Rosemary Gattuso.  Since we last spoke Rosemary’s world has changed significantly as she has become a carer for her parents.  This change has pivoted her writing in a very different direction, and her new book has flowed through her with such pace that she finished the first draft in 8 weeks.  Rosemary is in the last stages of having the book finalised and published and throughout our conversation she shares why it is so important to her right now. Bio:Rosemary Gattuso is a trauma-informed family mediator, couples counsellor, and author of It’s Not You, It’s Me! A Chronic Overthinker’s Guide to Self-Reflection.  With over 15 years’ experience in family mediation and restorative justice, she supports families through separation with a respectful, child-focused approach. She has advanced training in mediation from Harvard and serves on panels for the Defence Force Ombudsman, the National Redress Scheme, and the Territories Stolen Generations Scheme. Rosemary blends neuroscience, trauma-informed practice, and lived experience to show how overthinking can be reframed as a strength and a pathway to resilience.  She has delivered workshops for schools, businesses, and mental health settings, and has spoken on ABC Radio, podcasts, and to first responders and the US Defence Force. Her book, It’s Not You, it’s Me! A Chronic Overthinker’s Guide to Self-Reflection, has been endorsed by Professor Stephen Porges (Polyvagal Theory) and Petrea King (Quest for Life Foundation). Rosemary is currently preparing to release her second book, Tell Someone Who Cares, informed by her lived experience as a carer.  The book focuses on emotionally supporting carers through a strengths-based lens, helping them recognise both the challenges and the strengths within the caring experience. Social Media:Website:         https://www.rosemarygattuso.com/Instagram:      www.instagram.com/rosemarygattuso/Facebook:       www.facebook.com/rosemarygattusoLinkedIn:          www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarygattuso/

On this week’s episode of The True North Show, I am joined by Megan Bassili, an incredible woman who I have know for a few years now.  Megan and I dive deeply into the process of embodiment, she explains what this really means and why the work she is doing with her clients is different to anything else you may have heard of or experienced.  Megan also shares with us the meaning and definition behind EDGE Codex and why this work has become such a focus.  Bio:Megan Bassili is an Embodied CEO, psychic business strategist, and founder of the EDGE Codex, a transformational framework recoding the way leaders build wealth. With a decade of experience, she combines psychic business and wealth readings, energy transmissions, and voice activations that work at the level of the nervous system, cells, and subconscious mind.She channels offers, copy, strategy, and energetic discrepancies, communicating directly with her clients' highest selves to unlock the income and impact already coded into their field.People shift just by being in her presence.  Megan isn't here to teach you strategy. She's here to recode who you are so wealth becomes inevitable. Social Media:Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/megsbassili/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/megs.bassili.3/

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Carolyn Apostolou, a woman who has found a calling that is so aligned with every part of her.  Carolyn has always embraced the flow of opportunities in her life and her career and when things feel right she says yes.  Those choices have led Carolyn to this incredible work she does with organisations, people and leaders to help them move from burnout to sustainable high performance, and she does it with an energy that is trusted, grounded and heart led.  You will definitely want to watch this episode as Carolyn shares her SHINE strategy, a simple yet very effective tool that will help anyone, regardless of where they are on their journey, to start prioritising their wellbeing.Bio:Carolyn Apostolou is a Multi-International Award-Winning catalyst for change in workplace wellbeing, dedicated to helping individuals and organisations reach their full potential.An accredited coach, mentor and keynote speaker, Carolyn has spent years empowering leaders and teams through tailored wellbeing programs that reduce stress, prevent burnout and create thriving, high-performing cultures.  She partners with businesses to design strategic wellbeing initiatives that lift performance, strengthen retention and support sustainable success.For individuals, her signature 30-Day Reset provides a clear, practical pathway out of exhaustion, replacing overwhelm with confidence, energy and lasting healthy habits. Whether delivering a keynote or working closely with a team, Carolyn brings warmth, clarity and a deep understanding of human behaviour to every room she enters.Her work is grounded in evidence-based practice and focused on real-world application. Her mission is simple: to help people take control of their wellbeing so they can show up as their best selves at work and in life. Because wellbeing isn’t just personal. It’s professional power. Social Media:Website:         https://carolynapostolou.com.au/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/carolynapostoloucoaching/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynapostolou/Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1422406014806279

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Carolyn Wilman who has an incredible and fascinating story to share about how things aligned in her life and put her on the path she is on.  Carolyn came to prominence as The Contest Queen, teaching others how to find, organize, enter, and win sweepstakes, contests, and giveaways.  Her proven online entry system, outlined in How To Win Cash, Cars, Trips & More!, has helped others win millions in cash and prizes.  If you ever wondered about embracing a “winning strategy” then you will not want to miss this episode. Bio:Before you can win, whether it’s a sweepstakes or in life, you must believe you are a winner.That’s why Carolyn Wilman, Founder of two other successful businesses dedicated to victory, has created Words for Winning, through which she republishes out-of-print books that help you manifest your best life.These mindset and metaphysical books include all of Helene Hadsell’s works, and soon to be released are all of Tag & Judith Powell’s books and audio series.  In fact, Carolyn has committed to publishing one book each month in 2026.Words for Winning speaks to the person who wants to expand their mind and heart, Carolyn explains, noting that contrary to popular belief, winning is not about besting someone else, it’s about actualizing yourself, winning should make us better people.Carolyn came to prominence as The Contest Queen, teaching others how to find, organize, enter, and win sweepstakes, contests, and giveaways.  Her proven online entry system, outlined in How To Win Cash, Cars, Trips & More!, has helped others win millions in cash and prizes.That business led to the formation of Idea Majesty, an agency helping companies create exciting giveaways and virally promoting them to engaged audiences.  To what does Carolyn Wilman owe her personal success? “I am lucky,” she begins, “lucky enough to have learned to heed my inner voice.”Social Media:Website:         https://wordsforwinning.com/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/WordsForWinning/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/wordsforwinning/LinkedIn:         http://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynwilmanTikTok:             https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsforwinning

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Yvette Timmins, an amazing woman who I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with over the last year.  Yvette shares with us the power of nature, and in particular, the energy that flowers have and how they can heal.  Even if you have a couple of roses sitting in a small vase by your bed or in your loungeroom can have a dramatic effect on the energy which flows into your soul.  Even the colours of the flowers can have different vibrations and effects and I absolutely LOVE the insights she gives us as to the power of a red rose. Bio:For Yvette Timmins, flowers are more than just a profession they are a family legacy. With a Grandmother, Great Aunt, and Great Grandmother who were all florists, it would be easy to say that creativity is in her blood.  However, Yvette believes that the art of floristry isn’t a special skill reserved for the chosen few; it is an innate ability available to anyone willing to silence their inner critic and connect with nature. With over 30 years in the industry, Yvette has truly "done it all”.  She has climbed every rung of the ladder, moving from a Casual Assistant to Senior Florist, Shop Manager, and Shop Owner, eventually becoming a Floristry Teacher and the Principal of Bloom College, which she founded in 2013.  Her leadership extends to the national stage, where she served as a founding director and board member of Flower Industry Australia. Beyond the business of blooms, Yvette is a champion for the mental health benefits of creativity, she has witnessed firsthand how working with nature decreases anxiety and nurtures the soul.  This passion led her to co-found the charity Floral Acts of Kindness and to write her recently published book, Feed Your Soul with Flowers. Today, through her online membership and app, Yvette is dedicated to ensuring that geography and physical ability are no longer barriers to learning.  She is here to help you grow your business and feed your soul, one stem at a time. Use this link to purchase the book – Feed Your Soul With Flowershttps://study.bloomcollege.com.au/Feed-Your-Soul-Flowers-Book Social Media:Website:         https://bloomcollege.com.au/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/bloomcollegeInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/bloomcollege

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Steve Bambury.  We have an incredible conversation and explore Steve’s defining moment when he realised that happiness and purpose comes from within, not from external “things” or people and how that has stayed with him through his whole career and personal life.  Steve shares with me an exciting and new adventure that he is stepping into and how this move re-iterates all the work he does with his clients, he truly is a leader who walks the talk. Bio:Steve Bambury is a Strategic Growth Catalyst and Associate Neuroplastician® who helps ambitious founders scale without chaos.  With over 40 years building, growing, and leading companies, he brings hard-won experience as a veteran CEO, technology pioneer, and sales leader. Steve specialises in helping founders who have “hit the ceiling” move from being essential operators to true board-level leaders, turning their companies into assets that can thrive without them. His methodology blends commercial rigour, strategic governance, and disciplined execution to replace guesswork with predictable revenue, robust advisory boards, and accountable implementation. Steve’s background in neuroplasticity gives him a deep understanding of human behaviour, shifting sales and leadership from hope and luck to clarity and results.  Through structured frameworks, he enables businesses to professionalise operations, make better decisions, and build systems that consistently outperform their competitors.  Ultimately, Steve’s work is about freedom: ensuring the business serves the life of the founder, not the other way around. He is currently selecting a limited number of companies to work with for the upcoming 2026 year.  If you are a business owner looking to scale without the chaos, now is a great time to connect. Social Media:Website:       https://touchstoneadvisory.com.au/ LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-bambury/          

On this week’s episode of The True North Show, I am joined by Dr Gloria Vanderhors,t who shares with us in depth the work she is doing to help men and father’s raise their boys to be comfortable with showing emotion and to have empathy.  This work is going to have a huge impact on the generations that follow and the research she has uncovered is incredible and gives insight into the fact that men and boys are taught to be tough and not to show emotion.  Bio:Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst is a licensed psychologist in Maryland and Washington, DC, with over 50 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and thrive. Her clinical work is rooted in neuroscience, attachment theory, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience.  Through secure online therapy, she provides evidence-based care for trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and relational challenges. Dr. Vanderhorst began her career with children and adolescents, which sparked a lifelong interest in how early experiences shape emotional development and interpersonal patterns.  She now works extensively with adults, couples, and families seeking meaningful change. Her career includes influential roles such as Director of Child and Adolescent Services at the Chesapeake ADHD Center of Maryland and tenured Assistant Professor of Developmental Psychology at Towson University.  She is also the founder of Vanderhorst & Associates. Her best-selling book Read, Reflect, Respond: The 3 R’s of Growth and Change introduces readers to a practical framework for understanding and transforming personal narratives. Her upcoming title, How Not to F$%! Up Being a Father, is a bold, insightful guide for raising emotionally intelligent boys with empathy and intention. Dr. Vanderhorst brings specialized training in Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, neuro-cognitive therapy, ADHD and executive functioning support, and collaborative dispute resolution.  Her dynamic expertise makes her a compelling voice for keynote engagements, expert panels, and educational workshops that bridge psychology, personal development, and emotional wellness. Social Media:Website:         www.drvanderhorst.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/gloria.vanderhorst.7Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/gkvanderhorst/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloria-vanderhorst-ph-d-730826b/ Purchase Gloria’s book using this link:https://www.amazon.com.au/Read-Reflect-Respond-Growth-Change-ebook/dp/B0F1GCQGZB

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Lawyer Johnson who inspires everyone he speaks to.  Lawyer shares his story from childhood to the choices he made that saw him spending time in the prison system.  His journey is incredible and each step of the way he has taken action, learned and grown with every experience.  He has shared the deep and traumatic details of his journey in a memoir in the hopes of inspiring others that anything is possible.Bio:Lawyer Johnson is a transformational speaker, author, entrepreneur, and community advocate whose life’s work is turning pain into purpose.  Born into adversity and shaped by childhood sexual abuse, emotional silence, and systemic barriers, Lawyer spent years internalising pain without the language or tools to process it.  That unresolved trauma contributed to destructive choices that led to incarceration in early adulthood, where he began the deep inner work that would ultimately change the trajectory of his life.  Through mentorship, education, and spiritual growth, he learned to name his wounds, accept accountability, and refuse to let his past define his future. Lawyer is the author of the memoir My Pain Is My Identity, a raw account of trauma, incarceration, faith, and redemption that resonates with survivors of abuse, justice-impacted individuals, faith communities, and seekers of personal growth.  As a speaker, he is known for emotionally grounded storytelling and practical tools that equip audiences to pursue healing, emotional discipline, leadership, and faith-centred resilience. He is the founder of Motivational Wingz, a mentoring initiative for youth and adults affected by trauma and incarceration, and is the host of The Lawyer Johnson Talk Radio Show, where he amplifies conversations on healing, mental health, faith, and responsibility.  At the heart of his work is a simple conviction: your past explains you, but it does not define you. Social Media:Website:         https://lawyerjohnsonmotivationalwingz.com/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/share/17wFY28mXx/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/lawyer_johnson2006LinkedIn:         www.linkedin.com/in/lawyer-johnson-132371386TikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyerjohnsonoffi?_r=1&_t=ZT-92DfjljStxN Purchase Lawyer’s book using this link:https://www.amazon.com.au/MY-PAIN-IDENTITY-Lawyer-Johnson-ebook/dp/B0FPB4R271

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Greg Riley who, whilst sitting in a tarot card course, realised the psychic gifts he had.  At this time he had a very successful corporate career and this moment was life changing.  Greg started to delve into spirituality, neuroscience, human behaviour and devoured hundreds of books to learn more and more.  When Greg and I first met it was an instant past connection, we spoke for hours and our conversation on this episode was no different.  Bio:Greg Riley is an ex-Banking Executive and Australia’s most gifted psychic.Author of “The Architecture of Experience” Greg explores the notion that consciousness is not based on reality and the purpose of life is experience itself.Social Media:Website:         www.gregriley.com.auFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/share/1b4Vda5KHB/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/Gregriley5dimensionsLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-riley-518b2417?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_c

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Donna Sullivan who brings so much joy and deep insight to our conversation.  Donna and I have known each other for quite some time so it was lovely to take the time to have this conversation and learn how her experiences evolved into the work that she now does with her clients.  Donna shares with us a very personal story about her brother and how his journey has led to so many beautiful moments in her life.  Bio:Donna Sullivan is an Australian holistic intuitive healer and personal and spiritual development coach who believes transformation is always possible when we reconnect with our inner wisdom. Donna’s work helps people move from fear, anxiety, and emotional pain into clarity, peace, and genuine self-worth by reconnecting them with their inner truth. Her journey began in her early thirties while thriving in a corporate role in Sydney, when sudden, debilitating anxiety and panic attacks brought her life to a halt. Instead of accepting long-term medication as her only option, she followed a strong inner knowing that another way was possible and committed to understanding her anxiety rather than hiding from it. Repeating the affirmation “My name is Donna Sullivan, and I am triumphant,” she began exploring holistic healing, including Reiki, BodyTalk®, ThetaHealing®, energy work, and past-life exploration, gradually reclaiming her life and discovering her purpose. Today, Donna is known for her grounded, compassionate approach that combines intuition with practical emotional tools. She creates safe, supportive spaces for clients to release old stories, heal emotional patterns, and reconnect with their authentic power through one-on-one sessions, coaching, workshops, and courses. Her mission is to raise consciousness and teach forgiveness as a powerful pathway to freedom, guiding people to transform from the inside out and step into a life of clarity, self-love, and joy. Social Media:Website:         https://www.blissfulsoul.auFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/Awakenyourblisslovethelifeyoulive/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/blissfulsoul.au/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-sullivan-6a7391145/YouTube:        https://www.youtube.com/@donnasullivan428

On this week’s episode of The True North Show I am joined by Anne McKeown, and incredibly beautiful and inspiring woman who brings love and lightness to any conversation.  Anne and I dive deeply into the content of her two books and how they have helped thousands of people to turn up, show up and speak up.  If you are looking for some practical tools and actions to take to be a better, clearer and more confident communicator then you do not want to miss this episode. Bio:Anne McKeown is a dynamic and deeply authentic voice in the world of self-empowerment and personal transformation.  With over 25 years of experience spanning corporate leadership, philanthropy and life coaching, Anne is singularly gifted at guiding others to “step up, speak up and show up” to reclaim their confidence, purpose and power. She has walked the same path many of her clients face: after years in corporate life and roles as a stay-at-home mum, juggling volunteer work and entrepreneurship, Anne found herself burnt out, disconnected and uncertain about the future.  She challenged herself to rebuild from within: mastering her mindset, finding her voice and realigning with her true values. What began as a personal journey became a mission to help others everywhere transform their lives without guilt, compromise, or losing themselves. Over the years she has developed a clear, step-by-step “Process for Success” rooted in NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Timeline Therapy™, hypnosis, emotional wellness techniques and mindset work.  Her approach is never one-size-fits-all: she listens deeply, holds space and offers tools tailored to each person’s unique challenges, goals and values. Anne is also a professional speaker and celebrated author whose recent book Confident Communication, The Ultimate Collection brings together two of her best-selling titles: Public Speaking: From Stage Fright to Spotlight and How to Talk to Anyone: From Small Talk to Big Impact.  This powerful compilation is designed to help readers overcome fear, build lasting confidence, and express themselves clearly in any situation: on stage, at work, or in everyday relationships. Social Media:Website:         www.annemckeown.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/2Mpower.co/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/anne_mckeown_coach/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-mckeown-2mpower/ Purchase Anne’s books using these links. Public Speaking: From Stage Fright to Spotlighthttps://www.amazon.com.au/Public-Speaking-Spotlight-Captivate-Confidence/dp/B0DGDHRY59 How to Talk to Anyone: From Small Talk to Big Impacthttps://www.amazon.com.au/How-Talk-Anyone-Professional-Conversation/dp/B0F8X4NQDF 

I am joined by two incredible guests, Victor Idoko & Lionel O’Mally who have taken their experience in the financial sector and written a children’s book, Bunnies & Monies.  Our conversation is truly wonderful, they share so much about their childhood, their experience with money growing up and the reasons why this project was so important to them both.  Their answers to my usual (but tweaked) last question are very insightful, I loved my time with them. Bio:Victor Idoko is a passionate financial planner, international wealth strategist, and author of the acclaimed 7 Basic Wealth Strategies.  With over 13 years of experience in finance, 10 of which have been devoted to helping individuals and families navigate wealth and financial planning, Victor has dedicated his career to empowering others with the tools to build a better financial future. Having studied for 17 years across various disciplines, he now helps clients in Australia and internationally through his integrated approach to money, mindset, and legacy. Victor’s love for education, kids, and health inspired this book, an engaging introduction to money for young minds.  It’s a personal mission that began in his own childhood, learning money habits from his parents from a very young age.  That foundation became the springboard for a life dedicated to financial education and generational impact. The kid's book (Bunnies & Monies) ticks two of the boxes closest to his heart, teaching children and building a healthier financial future for every family. Lionel O’Mally is a dedicated financial planner, retirement specialist, and co-author of Bunnies & Monies.  With over a decade of experience helping Australians prepare for and enjoy a confident retirement, Lionel has built his career around simplifying complex financial topics and empowering everyday people to make smart, informed money decisions. Originally from the country town of Bourke, New South Wales, Lionel’s journey has been one of hard work, family values, and community spirit.  After moving to Sydney to play semi-professional rugby league for the Bulldogs and Wentworthville Magpies, he discovered his true passion – helping others create financial security and purpose in retirement. Lionel is also the author of the Little Book of Retirement Concepts, a practical guide designed to help pre-retirees get organised and take control of their retirement planning. He hosts two popular Australian podcasts – The Supermen Podcast and The Retirement Concepts Podcast, where he shares real stories, practical advice, and insights to help Australians live with more clarity, confidence, and purpose. Victor’s Social Media:Website:         https://www.cfvadvisory.com.auFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/cfvadvisoryInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/cfvadvisoryLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko/TikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv Lionel’s Social Media:Website:         https://www.purposeplanning.com.au/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/purposeplanningau/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/purposeplanningausLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/lionelomally/TikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@purpose.planning?lang=en Links to purchase Bunnies & MoniesAmazon - https://amzn.asia/d/8Jv4FirWebsite (Australia only) - https://bunniesmonies.com.au/ - order form is found at the bottom

I am joined by Nikhil Rughani who is an incredible man who I have gotten to know quite well over the last few months.  Nikhil has a beautiful blend of neuroscience, business strategy, practicality and spirituality which he weaves into the work he does with his clients.  Our conversation flows through so many different topics and we definitely could have spoken for another 10 hours!  His answer to my usual last question is incredible and you will not want to miss it. Bio:Nikhil Rughani is an Australian high-performance coach, mindset expert, and founder of Steel Lotus, a pioneering business dedicated to helping leaders and entrepreneurs achieve “Peaceful Peak Performance™” by uniting science, sales, and spirituality.  Nikhil draws on more than 20 years of experience in copywriting, marketing, and coaching to guide ambitious leaders into sustainable flow states so they can scale without burnout.  His grounded approach blends neuroscience, NLP, and practical business strategy, translating complex ideas into simple, actionable tools. Previously a senior copywriter, tech industry veteran, and marketing agency founder, Nikhil has led award-winning teams and crafted multimillion-dollar campaigns for CEOs, government leaders, and high performing business owners in Australia and abroad.  As the architect of Steel Lotus, he has created proprietary coaching frameworks that combine cutting edge brain science with Eastern wisdom traditions. Nikhil teaches Masters-level students in advertising, marketing, and branding at the University of New South Wales and is completing postgraduate studies in neuroscience and business at the University of New England.  Beyond one-to-one-work, he designs certification programs for the next generation of peak-performance practitioners and regularly leads workshops on flow, mindset reprogramming, and conscious business. A dedicated martial artist and taekwondo instructor, Nikhil embodies discipline, presence, and resilience in everything he teaches.  His calm, non-hype style and clear, heartfelt communication invite audiences to redefine success on their own terms. achieving exceptional results without sacrificing wellbeing, authenticity, or inner peace. Social Media:Website:         https://steellotus.com.au/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/nrughaniInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/nikhilrughani/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhilrughani/

On this week’s episode of The True North Show Anne Clark and I discuss the cycles of the years, and in particular how we are coming to the end of a 9-Year cycle and entering a new 1-Year cycle.  We discuss the different rituals and practices you can work with at this time as well as what energy is being shown.  Anne also shares with us how these cycles are showing up with her clients and what messages she has been receiving when doing Akashic Record Readings.  Our conversation is fun, light-hearted and filled with wisdom. Bio:Anne Clark is a skilled Online Business Manager and Digital Marketer who helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses through authentic strategies in social media, email marketing, and project management. Alongside her OBM work, Anne is an Akashic Records Intuitive, blending her spiritual gifts with practical expertise to guide clients in overcoming blocks, aligning with their purpose, and achieving success in both business and life. Social Media:Website:         https://www.annecclark.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/theannecclarkInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/theannecclarkLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/annecclark/ Purchase the Full Circle eBookhttps://megannorth.com/full-circle-ebook-9-year-cycle-2026/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Kerry Blaser Bouzaglo who shares with us her incredible journey.  From navigating her identity while growing up in a challenging home environment, being a mother and the deeply personal transformation, Kerry and I explore the beautiful wisdom she has been gifted through the inner work she consistently shows up for.  This inner work has helped her transform her pain into purpose. Bio:Kerry grew up in a single-mother household in Southern California, facing isolation and challenges that shaped her early years. Seeking solace, she poured her energy into work and academics, starting a six-year stint at Hot Dog on a Stick before shifting her focus to Chinese and Religious Studies in college. In 1995, Kerry married an Israeli man she met in Tibet and soon earned her master's in East Asian Studies from UC Santa Barbara. That same year, she began her journey as a mother to three children. By 2005, after her divorce, she built a career in health insurance compliance.In 2015, the loss of her mother on Kerry’s 45th birthday marked a turning point. Compelled to confront her psychic gifts and childhood trauma, she navigated a decade of healing, spiritual awakening, and transformation. With support from shamans, psychologists, yogis, and medical experts, she learned to channel emotional pain into personal wisdom.Kerry’s deepest growth emerged through relationships with influential men who became mirrors for her wounds—chess champions, decorated instructors, and security professionals. Their presence revealed the universe's reflective nature. Now, Kerry draws on her journey to inspire others to transform their emotional wounds into wisdom, sharing her insights for healing and personal growth.Social Media:Website:         www.kerryblaser.comInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/kerryblaserofficialTiktok:              @kerryblaserofficialYouTube:         @kerryblaserofficial

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Julie Ann Meyer.  Julie Ann and I explore the various ways that she looks after her mental health and wellbeing as well as how she stays grounded when things feel out of control.  She also shares with us the moments in her career when doors kept closing and others were opening and how she needed to trust that process and go with the flow.  Our conversation is funny, deeply authentic and I have no doubt you will love it. Bio:Julie Ann Meyer is a powerhouse in modern media, visibility strategy, and transformational storytelling. Serving as Co-CEO of e360tv and founder of ARION TV, she helps thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers expand their reach, elevate their message, and monetize their brilliance through the power of streaming television. A best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and trusted media consultant, Julie Ann guides clients in building high-impact platforms that position them as respected authorities in their fields.  With a rare blend of business insight and creative direction, she partners with visionaries to craft professional, monetizable shows and standout content in today’s crowded digital space. Her on-screen presence is equally magnetic.  As host of Seizing Your Greatness, she brings raw, powerful stories to life, amplifying voices of resilience, leadership, and purpose.  Her conversations spotlight those who challenge the status quo and inspire real transformation. Beyond the camera, Julie Ann’s influence runs deep.  She’s been featured on World’s Greatest Motivators, contributed to PIVOT Magazine, and co-hosted major summits, red carpet events, and LA Fashion Week.  Her body of work reflects what’s possible when clarity, passion, and media mastery come together. Through her coaching programs, consulting, and platform leadership, Julie Ann empowers others to be seen, heard, and paid for the value they bring to the world. Social Media:Website:          https://thearionagency.com/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/julie.a.meyer.14Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/thejulieannmeyer/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-ann-meyer/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Shannah Kennedy who consistently blows my mind every time I speak with her.  Shannah has a very calm and beautiful way of getting you to think far beyond the day to day so you can put strategies and habits in place now so your 10 and 20 year old versions will thank you for it.  Our conversation is filled with practical tools as well as mindful tips and her answer to my last question is absolutely incredible – you won’t want to miss it!Bio:Shannah Kennedy is one of Australia’s most respected strategic life coaches, keynote speakers, and best-selling authors.  With over two decades of experience, she has built a reputation for guiding high performers, CEOs, executives, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and individuals at crossroads—to live and lead with clarity, confidence, and calm.A Master Life Coach (ICA) and certified Breathwork Instructor (Breathless Expeditions), Shannah’s work integrates evidence-based coaching frameworks with practical tools for self-awareness, self-leadership, and self-management.  Her approach is grounded, holistic, and deeply human—helping people simplify, focus, and design a life they genuinely love.Shannah is the author of eight best-selling books with Penguin Random House, including the global success The Life Plan, Plan B, Elevate, and Restore. Her books are trusted by readers around the world as practical guides to managing burnout, finding direction, and sustaining high performance without sacrifice.As someone who lives with and manages chronic fatigue and depression, she embodies the principles she teaches.  Her message is both professional and personal: success is unsustainable without self-care, structure, and intentional rest.Based in Melbourne, Australia, Shannah lives a life she has consciously designed, anchored by family, community, and the daily practices that restore her energy and joy.  Her legacy is one of clarity, compassion, and empowerment: helping others step into their fullest potential, one deliberate breath and one conscious choice at a time.Social Media:Website:         www.shannahkennedy.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/shannahkennedyInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/shannahkennedyLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannah-kennedy-8a898b1/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Leo Aspite, an incredibly inspiring man and a true gentleman.  Leo shares with me his journey when he started as an Engineer and how his purpose has become clearer with every career move he has made.  He loves the fact that the work he is doing now is tapping into all of the practical experience he has gained over his lifetime and how joy and being joyous is the most important aspect of everything he does, both personally and professionally. Bio:With over 25 years of experience in operations, consulting, small business ownership, and corporate management at both regional and global levels, Leo Aspite brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to The Alternative Board Gosford.Leo’s career has spanned various industries and roles, from leading startups and engineering teams to Managing Director positions in medium-sized businesses and large global corporations. Through these experiences, he has developed a holistic approach to business transformation, focusing on leadership, sales, and engineering to help organisations adapt and grow. As a coach and facilitator, Leo is dedicated to helping business owners and management teams unlock their full potential.  He provides the tools, frameworks, and insights needed to understand, plan, develop, and scale businesses effectively.  Leveraging the proven methodologies of The Alternative Board, Leo aims to challenge conventional thinking and drive positive change in the businesses he works with. Outside of work, he is passionate about enjoying good food, traveling, and spending quality time with his family.  Leo also has a keen interest in sports. If you are ready to turn challenges into opportunities, align your business goals with your personal aspirations, and thrive within a supportive community, The Alternative Board Gosford offers a pathway to success and fulfillment.  Partner with Leo, and together, not only will you work on your business but he will also help you achieve the life you envision. Social Media:Website:         https://sites.google.com/thealternativeboard.com.au/leoaspite/home?authuser=0Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=thealternative%20board%20gosfordInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/leoaspite/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/leoaspite/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Raewyn Barry, a woman who has always known what she has wanted to do and has gone out and made it happen.  Raewyn grew up with incredibly supportive parents who encouraged her to do what felt right and that has stuck with her through her whole life, both personally and professionally.  Our conversation is both deep and light and a has a beautiful blend of love and laughter, a conversation you definitely don’t want to miss. Bio:Raewyn Barry is a Video Presentation Consultant and Creative Director who empowers professionals and leaders to showcase their expertise with magnetic on-camera presence.  With 16 years of film and television experience and a background in NLP, Raewyn helps clients communicate online with clarity and earned authority, ensuring every message is as powerful on screen as it is in person.Her philosophy is simple: visibility is not performance, it’s alignment.Raewyn’s background includes every role behind the camera, from producer and director to editor and live broadcast manager, with credits in international fashion events and campaigns for major brands.  Her deep technical skill is matched by her understanding of the inner psychology of presence. As a Circle of Excellence NLP practitioner, Raewyn guides clients to dissolve barriers to being fully seen.  Her coaching blends nervous-system regulation, energetic alignment, and storytelling, facilitating the shift from visibility anxiety to confident, embodied self-expression.Raewyn’s Align → Frame → Express → Create framework supports clients from mindset to message to media, helping them align their true identity and intention, frame their narrative, refine delivery, and create resonant video content with strategic impact.  She offers 1:1 coaching and dynamic workshops such as CEO Zoom Room, mentoring clients to elevate their virtual presence and create authentic brands.Distinct from typical camera coaching, Raewyn’s integrated expertise in psychology and production allows her to help people transform not just their skills but their entire experience of being seen.  Her approach fosters calm, safety, and authenticity, so clients express themselves more freely and with more impact.Raewyn’s mission is to humanize digital communication, reminding leaders that technology amplifies authenticity.  She consults on creative productions and helps businesses design visual ecosystems that feel aligned, sustainable, and professional.  Working globally, Raewyn inspires leaders to rise by showing up more real, not more polished.Social Media:Website:         www.raewynbarry.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/raewyn.barry.2025Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/raewyn_barry?igsh=MTB2dnpreWl1azMwdQ==LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/raewyn-barry/ About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Joanna Sharma.  Joanna shares with me how a placement in a tech start-up company during the time she was studying at University, opened the door for her to step into her power of the human side of marketing.  She also talks about the challenges she faced when she first started her company, particularly the fact that she didn’t have as much freedom as she thought she would and how asking for help was so incredibly important. Bio:Joanna Sharma is a seasoned digital marketing leader with 25 years of experience building data-driven strategies, campaigns, and systems for business growth.  As Founding Director of Drum Digital, she has led a team specialising in CRM and automation platforms such as HubSpot and GoHighLevel, delivering streamlined customer journeys and measurable marketing ROI.  Joanna’s notable successes include doubling a Sydney law firm’s monthly enquiries without increasing ad spend, reviving sales conversion for a solar company through automation, and leading a five-year transformation for a power supply business, boosting product enquiries by over 50%. Renowned for her commitment to understanding clients’ businesses and bridging diverse teams, Joanna is known for her strategic vision combined with hands-on execution. She thrives on solving complex digital challenges, turning scattered efforts into performance-driven engines for results. Now, Joanna is ready to bring her expertise client-side—seeking opportunities to lead and nurture high-performing teams, launch innovative platforms, and demonstrate to boards and stakeholders the full potential of digital marketing done right. Social Media:Website:         www.drumdigital.com.auFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/drumdigitalInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/drum_digital/LinkedIn:         linkedin.com/company/drum-digital TikTok:            @joannasharma  

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Kristine Genovese who has created an incredible and ground breaking method that is helping thousands of people reconnect with their soul and the intelligence it has.  Kristine has a beautiful energy that radiates through every word she speaks and we have the most wonderful and deeply connected conversation. Bio:Kristine Genovese is a transformative force in holistic health, empowering healthcare professionals to reclaim their own well-being while revolutionizing the way they heal others. As the creator of the groundbreaking Soul Intelligence Method, she facilitates energy-based trauma release and root-cause healing without revisiting pain.  Through direct sessions and her innovative online course, Kristine teaches healers and wellness professionals how to integrate this method into their practices, unlocking profound transformations for themselves and their clients. With a mission to make the world healthier on every level – physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and energetically, Kristine is launching a Soul Intelligence movement.  She envisions a ripple effect that changes lives, transforms healthcare, and establishes Soul Intelligence as a leading modality in wellness centres nationwide. Social Media:Website:         https://soulintelligencemethod.com/Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/gcimpactgroup/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/kristinemgenovese/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinemgenovese/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Jennifer Jefferies, an incredibly inspiring woman who shares with us the journey she has been on navigating what we are “supposed to do” in a Corporate setting and generally in the world, how we are expected to behave and even the language we “should” be using.  Jennifer is so true to herself and I love her authenticity and how she embraces it.  Bio:Jennifer Jefferies is a leading voice in resilience and wellbeing, known for her remarkable journey of turning adversity into growth. Her story began in the Australian Army, where she was discharged at age 19 for her sexual orientation, a moment that ignited her determination to live boldly and never be silenced. After experiencing burnout in the corporate world, Jennifer retrained as a naturopath, specializing in stress and adrenal health. For over thirty years, she has helped organizations and individuals break the cycle of unchecked stress, proving that prevention leads to sustainable success. Her no-nonsense approach empowers people to boost resilience, thrive amid uncertainty, and reclaim their energy and confidence. Jennifer’s impact extends beyond consulting and speaking; she is an author, TEDx speaker, and podcast host whose authenticity and humour connect deeply with audiences. Her practical strategies are rooted in her own life experiences, ensuring people leave inspired and equipped to make real change. Driven by compassion, Jennifer founded The Q Foundation to support disadvantaged children in Thailand with shelter, education, and healthcare. Her humanitarian work reflects her commitment to creating lasting, positive change. Outside her career, Jennifer embraces life as an adventurer and surfer, advocating for true wellbeing beyond avoiding illness—it’s about living fully and joyfully. Her message is clear: adversity does not define us, but how we respond does. Jennifer Jefferies is The Present Day Wise Woman, reminding us that resilience and heart make anything possible.Social Media:Website:         www.jenniferjefferies.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.jefferies.10/Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/thepresentdaywisewoman/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjefferies/ Download Jennifer’s free guide today:  https://jenniferjefferies.com/5things/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Jay Kattel, a friend and colleague who I admire a lot.  Jay shares with us the journey he has been on since he was a young boy, moving from country to country, constantly having to start a new school and how sitting back and observing what was happening in any environment has gifted him the ability to do this in the work he does with his clients.  He loves shining a light on what needs time, focus and energy. Bio:Jay Kattel is the founder of LUME Partners with a mission to help companies achieve their full potential.  With 20 years of experience in small, medium, and large organisations across private and public sectors, Jay specialises in business transformations.Having grown up in four countries, speaking four languages, and attending ten schools, Jay brings a unique ability to see problems from multiple perspectives and deliver practical, adoptable solutions with an open mind.His experience working in these organisations ranges from listing on the Australian Stock Exchange, redesigning processes to improve efficiency, increasing training revenue and remodelling talent acquisition functions as well as holding a Director role with a very large merger in the NSW Government.Jay also has experience in business analysis and project management having led numerous projects across IT, Audit, Risk and Compliance and Service Management within a PMO.Jay is tertiary qualified with a Bachelor of Business.  In addition to his bachelor's degree, he has completed the Company Directors Course with the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Diploma of Project Management and Cert IV in Training and Assessment. Social Media:Website:         www.lumepartners.com.auLinkedIn:         http://au.linkedin.com/in/jaykattel?trk=public_post_feed-actorOutside Jay’s professional experience, he is married and has two beautiful kids.  He enjoys travelling, adventure sports and helping people ascend/grow to the best version of themselves.About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Vicki Beames, an incredibly inspiring woman with a story that is raw, honest and one that you will want to watch.  Vicki shares what parental alienation is, how it has completely changed her life and how it affects so many parents and children around the world.  It is a silent epidemic that isn’t being spoken about, but one that should be. Bio:Vicki Beames is a Mindset and Personal Development coach, Certified Emotion Code Energy Healer and Author.She is happily married and has 4 adult children from her 1st marriage.She is empowered, driven and passionate about personal growth and awareness, and loves helping others to step into their greatness and transform not only their own lives, but the lives of their family and friends, creating a ripple effect, reaching far and wide.She is committed to helping women find peace and beauty in life, free of guilt, shame and regret, through the power of self-love, forgiveness and gratitude.Vicki is a huge advocate of creating awareness around the toxic syndrome Parental Alienation and has a deep desire to help parents, especially women who have suffered because of this silent epidemic. Social Media:Facebook:       https://facebook.com/vicki.harrison.1441Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/healthy_aging58?igsh=eXl2MDgyZHI0bDd6Purchase Vicki's book:  ⁠https://www.amazon.com.au/Into-Light-Healing-Forgiveness-Gratitude/dp/1779413599⁠About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Kris Vallay, she is a woman who embraces her authenticity in every conversation and interaction she has.  Kris shares a defining and pivotal moment in her life 21 years ago and how that has led her to continually pursue JOY in everything she does.  We talk about the shame that comes with being a woman and sex and her answer to my last question is so incredibly insightful and moving. Bio:Kris Vallay is an unapologetically honest writer, podcaster, and truth-teller known for her radical take on sex, self-love, and authentic presence.  The author of “The One”, a raw, powerful memoir that strips back societal shame around women's pleasure, Kris has quickly become a fierce voice for women everywhere who are done hiding.A solo parent to four neurodivergent children, Kris blends fierce advocacy with deep emotional intelligence, using humour and lived experience to open taboo conversations.As co-host of the Sex and the One podcast, she continues to dismantle outdated ideas around love, dating, and female desire, one spicy, soulful conversation at a time.Kris’s audience spans women seeking empowerment, men who want to understand intimacy beyond the surface, and the sex-positive communities.  Through every word and mic drop, she reminds us that authenticity is our greatest power and we don’t need to apologise for wanting more.Kris operates in all areas from a deeply spiritual root system that has been continually and consistently downloaded and acclimated over the years.  Kris uses all her gifts and intuition to guide her life in every area as a truly embodied soul. Social Media:Website:         www.krisvallay.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/share/19u3BaFCTb/?mibextid=wwXIfrTikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@kris_vallayInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/krisvallay?igsh=YmszcHo5dDJ1bXA3&utm_source=qrAbout Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Me!  I have had so many people ask me over the last few months how I would answer the questions that I ask all of my guests, so I thought I would interview myself and share with you all a little bit more about me and why I do what I do. Bio:Megan North is a dedicated speaker, TV show host, facilitator, and intuitive purpose finder who helps professionals find balance and wellness.  With a profound commitment to mental health advocacy, she has supported thousands of leaders and professionals throughout her 20+ year career.  Her personal journey of transformation, particularly after losing her mum in 2014 and her dad two years later, inspired her to explore both traditional and alternative healing approaches. Megan combines her expertise as a Mental Health First Aider and intuitive purpose finder and healer to empower clients to consciously pursue their goals while maintaining well-being.  Her unique approach helps individuals to “Find Their True North” through personalised coaching that taps into inner wisdom and potential. In addition to her purpose finding, Megan offers Angel and Oracle Card Readings, providing spiritual guidance for those seeking clarity and insight.  Her compassionate methodology and unwavering dedication make her a trusted partner for anyone on the path to personal and professional growth, offering intuitive, results-driven solutions that support holistic transformation. Social Media:Website:          www.megannorth.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/megan.north.starInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.starLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-north-/

My guest on this episode of The True North Show is an incredibly talented women who is my friend, my business manager and a major sponsor of this show.  Anne and I step into the world of the Akashic Records and she shares with us how she accesses these records for her clients and her family as well as the tools she uses to keep herself grounded while ensuring her mental health is also a priority.  Bio:Anne C Clark is a Spiritual Life Coach and Akashic Records Reader who guides seekers to reconnect with their truth, release emotional blocks, and step into alignment with their highest potential. With a unique blend of intuitive wisdom and grounded strategy, Anne helps her clients move past the self-sabotage patterns, self-doubt, and fear that keep them playing small.Through the Akashic Records, she offers powerful insights into the soul’s journey, revealing past influences, present challenges, and future possibilities. Her work is both practical and deeply spiritual, creating a safe space for transformation where clients can gain clarity, heal wounds, and activate their inner wisdom.Anne’s mission is to empower individuals who feel “stuck” to uncover their soul’s blueprint and live authentically, aligned, and inspired. Whether in one-to-one sessions or group coaching, Anne’s guidance blends compassion with directness, leaving her clients feeling seen, supported, and equipped with tools to create lasting change. Social Media:Website:          https://www.envisionempowersucceed.com.au/ Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/envisionempowersucceedInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/envisionempowersucceedLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/annecclark/ About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Naomi Cao, an incredibly inspiring woman I met about 4 weeks ago, and as soon as we started chatting I knew she would be a perfect guest.  Naomi shares with us her incredible journey from being a refugee in Melbourne Australia to how she reframes challenges as opportunities and how those opportunities have shaped her life to what she does now, helping people who are facing separation and divorce. Bio:Naomi Cao is a Divorce Coach and Strategist, specialising in helping individuals navigate separation with clarity, compassion, and confidence. With lived experience of a 17-year marriage breakdown, Naomi brings a rare blend of empathy and strategy, drawing on her professional background in healthcare, education, and coaching to empower clients to rebuild their lives with resilience. Amid her professional achievements, Naomi’s personal life was undergoing profound change.  After 17 years of marriage, she faced the painful reality of separation and divorce.  Like many, she was confronted not only with the emotional toll but also with the daunting practicalities of financial uncertainty, parenting transitions, and redefining identity. Naomi allowed herself time to grieve the loss of her marriage and the family unit she had worked so hard to protect.  But she also began the journey of reclaiming her voice, her independence, and her sense of self.  Her lived experience became the foundation of her coaching practice: a powerful reminder that even in the most fragmented of times, “Split Happens – finding power in the pieces”. Out of her journey, Naomi founded Naomi Cao Coaching where she helps her clients prioritise what matters most; children’s welfare, financial stability, emotional well-being, and break overwhelming challenges into manageable steps.  She reminds her clients and herself that life when Split Happens, is not an ending but the beginning of a new chapter.  Today, Naomi is a trusted guide for those facing one of life’s greatest upheavals.  Her message is simple yet powerful: you are not broken, you are becoming. Social Media:Website:    www.naomicao.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/naomicaocoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/naomicaocoach/LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomicaocoach/TikTok:       https://www.tiktok.com/@naomicaocoachAbout Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this episode of The True North Show is a beautiful friend of mine who is also my business partner, a major sponsor of this show and someone who isn’t a stranger to being on a TV show with me.  Beth and I discuss how important breathwork is when it comes to calming our nervous system and she shares her journey on how it all started and how, at times, she just needs to take “one breath at a time”.Bio:Beth Lewis is “The Holistic Alchemist” and Founder of MYnd CENTRE, where she integrates science and soul to empower Mums and families so they can heal at a cellular level – creating lives of freedom, vitality, and deep connection. At MYnd CENTRE, Beth creates a safe and supportive space for deep healing, drawing on her own journey of overcoming life’s challenges. Her holistic approach weaves together Breathwork, Sound Healing, Reiki, Life & Wellness Coaching, and NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), to release trauma stored in the body, dissolve limiting beliefs, and nurture overall wellbeing, mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. By helping individuals regulate their nervous system, reduce cortisol levels, and reconnect with their inner child, she guides them toward living calmer, more grounded, and present lives. With Beth’s patient guidance, her clients can: heal their inner child and rediscover their sense of purpose; improve self-esteem and regain control of their lives; replace feelings of anger and resentment with meaningful connections; clear "Brain Fog" for heightened clarity; and reduce stress and enhance energy levels. Unlike traditional therapists, Beth’s intuitive style and unique methods offer transformative experiences that help others reclaim their personal power. Social Media:Website:         www.bethlewis.com.auFacebook:       www.facebook.com/bethlewiscoachingInstagram:      www.instagram.com/bethlewis_myndcentreTikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@bethlewis_myndcentreLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethlewiscoaching/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on the first episode of Season 2 of The True North Show is Dr Melissa Raymond, PhD who is a returning guest to the show.  In today’s episode Melissa shares with us how and why she moved into working with clients who suffer with eczema and how she finds balance when it comes to approaching this work with a non-medical lens.  We also explore her experience of having to embrace the flow when her career needed to pivot in a new direction.  You won’t want to miss our conversation! Bio:Dr Melissa Raymond is a physiotherapist with a PhD, researcher, university lecturer and Eczema and Quantum coach.  She's worked with thousands of patients over her 20+ year career in health and countless families with eczema, topical steroid withdrawal, and other health conditions over the last 9 years. After searching for answers for her son’s eczema and fighting against the ‘steroids for life, antibiotics for a year, wet dressings, and bleach baths’ lifetime sentence from doctors, she sought the advice of over a dozen health professionals to help heal her son's skin at the root - and he now lives a life completely eczema-free! Melissa works with clients all over the world with eczema, topical steroid withdrawal, and other health conditions do the same for themselves and their children – only faster and with less guesswork and overwhelm.  Using a quantum approach to identify and clear root causes, along with epigenetics, she loves seeing her clients finally living the lives that they could only dream of.Her new book “The Itch Switch” has just been released and is available to purchase here: https://health.yourjourneytohealing.net/the-itch-switch/Social Media:Website:         www.yourjourneytohealing.netFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/yourjourneytohealingwithmelissaInstagram:      https://www.instagram.com/yourjourneytohealingeczema/TikTok:            https://www.tiktok.com/@yourjourneytohealingAbout Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Chris Brandell who is an incredible and inspiring intuitive abstract artist who does everything with love.  Her pieces are an ever-evolving interpretation of her connection with something greater.  Chris shares with us how she had to learn to quieten her logical brain and step fully into a creative space that was completely intuitive while learning how to bring herself back to presence and being rounded. Everything she does is always with love and it is evident throughout our conversation.Bio:Chris Brandell is an intuitive abstract artist whose minimalist compositions are intimate expressions of her interactions with the natural world.  Exploring the dynamic interplay between presence, intuition and quiet space, her limited palette and the texture and marks she makes are informed by the things she loves found near her studio: shells, driftwood, pieces of concrete, and wire and more.Chris also feels the energy connected to words, quotes and poetry, music and lyrics.  She represents these physical and heart-felt inspirations abstractly with oil paint and a variety of drawing media on large-scale two-dimensional surfaces.  Chris emphasizes the authenticity of intuition over planning—believing that a painting’s truth lies in its lived discovery, not in the mind’s design.  Her paintings usually start with an organic drawing which may end up being the focus of the composition or just the foundation for something new.  This method prioritizes negative space, letting it speak as powerfully as marks.  She treats sparsity not as emptiness, but as meaningful pauses full of potential where her work invites viewers to reflect and insert their own interpretations into the negative space.Fundamentally she paints about all types of love: spiritual, romantic, platonic and self-love. She is interested in the idea that Divine perfection – essentially the ultimate form of love – exists in every aspect of life.  Her mantra is “do what you love and forget the rest” and this is the truth of Chris’ work: no matter where it takes her, it is always about love.Through her work, Chris aims to craft spaces that channel love and peace. Born and raised in New Rochelle, New York, Chris’ work continues to evolve in her studio in Marco Island, Florida. After a successful career as a business executive and part-time artist, she has been focused on painting full time since early 2019. Her paintings can be found in private and corporate collections including that of Southern Methodist University, Phi Beta Phi in Texas, and The Silva & Edge Buildings in Maryland. She is represented by Gardner Colby Gallery, Huff Harrington Fine Art, Artful Sol Gallery and Design Supply Gallery.  These notable galleries, and others, have praised her paintings for their meditative presence and quiet elegance.In sum, Chris Brandell’s artistic journey is a poetic testament to following one’s inner call: from corporate precision to the meditative freedom of abstract painting, her art is a quiet dialogue between presence and absence—and a call to find beauty and love in simplicity.Website:          https://www.chrisbrandell.comInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/chrisbrandellAbout Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Ange Dion who brings a wealth and breadth of knowledge around the safety space, she really is The Queen of Safety.  Our conversation covers the work she does in her “corporate” world, but outside of this space she is an incredible speaker and MC who lights up any room as soon as she starts speaking.  Ange has always felt more comfortable with a microphone in her hand and she shares with us how she manages her mental health as well as her physical health while keeping a balance in the work she does. Bio:Ange Dion is a dynamic safety consultant, speaker, and Trainer dedicated to transforming safety cultures within organizations.  Ange is on a mission to empower Directors and their teams in having a safe workplace, from toolbox talks, workshops, keynote talks, or strategic advisory, Ange helps organisations move towards a proactive and practical approach to safety management not a reactive one! With 20 years of experience across Tier 1 Projects in HVAC, Construction, Tunnelling, and Manufacturing, she brings a proactive and practical approach to safety management. With a sharp focus on mental health, Management Responsibilities and empowering Women to join the industry, she brings more than a tick and flick strategy to teams so that they lead with confidence.   Ange has delivered keynotes and training in Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, and Malaysia, sharing real-world insights on workplace safety.  Her passion for safer workplaces and empowering teams is evident in everything she does. Social Media:Website:          https:// angedionconsulting.com Facebook:       https://web.facebook.com/AngeDionConsultingInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/angedionconsulting/TikTok:             https://www.tiktok.com/@angedion72LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/ange-dion/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Beatty Carmichael who had me captured from his first words.  His unique background and your approach to mental health is unlike anything most people have heard of, let alone experienced.  Beatty shares with us the power of the prayer and how the spiritual laws are the key to healing so many things that can cause pain and suffering in our lives. Trigger warning:  Beatty and I discuss suicide in this episode.  If this is something that may be a concern for you, please consider not watching this episode, or watching it with someone who can support you.About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Vera Helleman who shares with us an incredibly deep insight into how our emotions guide us, how they make us feel and think and how we can work with them to heal.  Vera really got me to think about things very differently to what I have always believed and I have no doubt our conversation will spark some intrigue for you too. Bio:The #1 emotion expert Vera Helleman is the discoverer of the Emotion Codex, author of the bestsellers ‘The Encyclopedia of Emotions’ and ‘Effortlessly Being yourSelf’, and founder of the Emotion Expertise Center.She is a well-known speaker in the Netherlands and an icon in the field of emotions.  Her fundamental and energetically logical approach to feelings has already transformed many lives.  According to Vera, understanding and integrating our feeling tool is the missing puzzle piece in today’s problems.She tirelessly works to restore emotions to their rightful function: our compass.  “I consider Vera to be like an Eckhart Tolle, but with the most fantastic toolbox, packed with practical tools you can truly use. Wow!” – Anne Kuipers, Clinical Psychologist Social Media:Website:          https://emotioncodex.com/Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/emotioncodex/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-helleman/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Dr Evette Rose who kept me captivated from the moment she started speaking.  Her journey from growing up with an abusive father to being gifted an incredible message from the divine is so inspiring and motivating.  I love how open she is to sharing not just the light but also the darkness she has experienced on her journey and how every moment has shaped her and moved her through this life of passion and purpose.  Our conversation is deeply insightful and filled with love.Bio:An author of 21 books, speaker, and holistic counsellor, Dr. Evette Rose has worked with over 7,000 clients, uncovering one undeniable truth: unresolved emotions profoundly impact our health, mental well-being, and physical pain.This groundbreaking work explores 722 ailments and the emotional roots behind them.  Dr Evette travels the world to share this incredible work and she has taught self-help events in more than 43 countries.Social Media:Website:          https://www.metaphysicalanatomy.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/EvetteRoseAuthorInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/dr.evetteroseofficial/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

This episode is proudly sponsored by:Quantum Awakening;Beth Lewis; Anne C Clark; andOur guest who paid to be featured. Description:My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Jeremy Birt who has left the Corporate “9 to 5” and stepped onto his own path, drawing on decades of experience as a senior executive in business to guide, mentor and coach others so they can uncover their zone of genius.  Jeremy has a unique gift in seeing in others what they can’t see in themselves and gives practical advice on how to use their genius to stand out and grow, both personally and professionally.  I really enjoyed our conversation, there is so much rich advice that Jeremy offers on this episode that you won’t want to miss it. Bio:Jeremy Birt is an experienced executive coach, business mentor, and leadership strategist who brings over two decades of senior leadership experience to his coaching practice. As the founder of The Strategy Factory, Jeremy works with ambitious executives and boards to unlock leadership potential, sharpen strategic focus, and accelerate career and business outcomes. He’s held CEO and COO roles across sectors including agribusiness, retail, digital, media, and utilities, leading complex transformations, scaling businesses, and building high-performing teams.  That hands-on executive experience, combined with a deep coaching capability, gives Jeremy a rare edge: he understands what it’s like to sit in the big chair and how to navigate the pressure, complexity, and opportunity that comes with it. Jeremy holds an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).  He also holds a Level 2 Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Coaching, credentialed at ICF PCC level.  His coaching is grounded in practical insight, commercial acumen, and a genuine commitment to helping leaders grow. Whether guiding CEOs through career inflection points or mentoring emerging leaders with untapped potential, Jeremy is known for his strategic clarity, grounded approach, and ability to bring out the best in those he works with. Social Media:Website:          https://www.thestrategyfactory.com.auLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremybirt/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Marysol James, an incredible and inspiring woman who is using the wisdom and knowledge she learned through her own experience of living in a narcissistic relationship and helping high performing women transform their lives back into one that is filled with empowerment and self-worth.  Marysol’s journey is one that she wishes she hadn’t experienced but realises that by going through it, it has pivoted her into a life filled with passion and purpose and absolutely living her true north. Bio:Marysol James is a bestselling romance author turned global speaker and coach, known for helping high-achieving women heal from narcissistic abuse and step boldly into the life they truly deserve. With an MA in International Business, a successful career spanning continents, and 32 bestselling novels, she knows what it means to shine… and what it feels like to be dimmed.  For six years, she was in a narcissistic and abusive relationship that slowly dismantled her confidence, clarity, and identity.  Leaving wasn’t just an escape – it was a reckoning.  A return to self. Now, she channels that hard-earned wisdom into speaking and coaching that's as empowering as it is healing.  She’s not just an expert – she’s a survivor with a message women need to hear: “you are not alone, and you are not broken”. Marysol brings compassion, intelligence and fire to the stage, inviting conversations that are brave, honest and transformative.  If you’re looking for a speaker or coach who understands the strength behind the silence, she’s the voice you’ve been waiting for. Social Media:Website:          https://marysoljamescoaching.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/marysol.james.romanceauthorInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/marysoljames/About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Angela Bullock who is so inspiration and has so much energy that you can’t help but sit and listen to what she wants to share.  Her approach to everything is filled with energy and passion and there are so many golden nuggets of wisdom in our time together that I think you will need a pen! Bio:Ever felt like you’re meant for more, but no matter how hard you try, it still feels like you’re stuck hustling in the dark?You’ve done the healing. You’ve helped others. You know you’re here to change lives. But the business side?  The visibility, the tech, the sales? It just doesn’t feel like it was made for someone like you.That’s exactly why Angela Bullock is a name every soul-led entrepreneur needs to know.She’s the best-selling author of The Messy Mum’s Playbook, the creator of the Monkey Mind Madness app that’s been used in classrooms across New South Wales, and a former therapist and life coach who turned her side hustle into a soul-aligned empire.Now? She’s one of the pioneers of emotionally-activated AI marketing, helping coaches, healers, and creatives finally break free from burnout business models—and actually make money doing what they love.Angela blends powerful mindset work, manifestation, trauma-informed strategy, and AI-powered systems to help women step into their next-level wealth, confidence, and clarity.If you’ve ever thought: “I know I’m meant for more—but I just don’t know how to get there…” Angela is the how.About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Caroline Sposto who turned her biggest life events into a passion and purpose that helps so many women to rediscover themselves.  Over the last 10 years Caroline realised that there wasn’t a book anywhere to be found that had the advice or guidance she needed, so her deep love for writing was ignited and she wrote it herself.  She didn’t reinvent herself, she rediscovered what lights her up and what was always within. Bio:Caroline Sposto is the author of "Savvy Survival: For Women Starting Over Alone Later in Life."  She wrote the book to offer the kind of support she wishes she’d had during some of her own toughest chapters. Caroline has worn a lot of hats over the years—writer, performer, small business owner—and like many women, she’s had to start over more than once. These days, she runs a modest business providing role-players for legal and medical training, and she shares what she’s learned about resilience, humour, and making life feel like your own again.  She’s grateful for every chance to connect with others who are figuring things out as they go. About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Anne McDowell and she shares with us her incredible journey through both her career and life experiences.  Anne has done incredible and life changing work with her clients over the years and she truly loves what she does, you can just hear it in her voice and by the way that she talks about the people she has helped and worked with.  Anne also talks about how important her mental health is and what practices and tools work for her while she follows her true north. Bio:Anne McDowell is a positivity and transformational change coach, inspirational speaker, and two-time international award-winning author in the self-help space.With a Master’s in Human Resource Management specialising in leadership and change, and more than 30 years of experience in leadership, coaching, training, and career strategy, Anne helps people rise through change and bounce back with clarity, resilience, and renewed purpose.Anne is a Phoenix–Magician Oracle with Mystic tones, bringing an extraordinary depth to her work.  She guides others through life’s pivotal moments with the wisdom of one who has actually walked through the fire that accompanied the darkest nights of the soul, and she has emerged stronger….she is the Phoenix Rising!Drawing on intuitive insight, grounded strategy, and soulful presence, she empowers her clients to transform adversity into alignment, and uncertainty into bold and optimistic new beginnings.Anne is a 5/1 in Human Design—a natural guide and teacher—whose life’s work is helping people view change as a silver-lining invitation to step into who they truly are.  An eternal optimist and intuitive empath, Anne has a rare gift for seeing the potential in others long before they see it in themselves, and reflecting it back with clarity, compassion, and unwavering belief.Anne believes we each hold the power to transform our story, and with the right support, even life’s biggest challenges can become our greatest turning points.  In alignment with her essence, Anne’s personal integrity and authenticity is that if she has not studied it, personally experienced it and worked in it, she does not coach it, train it or sell it. Through her coaching, speaking, and digital learning programs, Anne helps people navigate change with confidence, self-leadership, empowerment and connection.About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

My guest on this week’s episode of The True North Show is Yvonne Purvis.  She shares with us how her internal identity has changed over time and the moments through her journey where she has ignored the intuitive nudges to make changes and how it took a long time for her to come back to herself and forgive herself for those long and ignored choices.  Our conversation is filled with so many golden nuggets of inspiration, you really won’t want to miss this episode.  BIOYvonne Purvis is the Wealth Identity Mentor, Online CEO & Embodiment Coach for High-Achieving Women.  At just 28, she built a million-dollar business—without a roadmap, just powerful self-trust, bold decisions, and deep embodiment of the woman she chose to be.  That business gave her freedom, luxury, and overflow—and revealed the truth she now lives and teaches: you don’t attract what you want; you attract what you embody.  Today, she mentors ambitious women—entrepreneurs, leaders, visionaries—who are ready to break through their current ceiling and embody the version of themselves who already live the life they want.  This isn’t about more doing—it’s about becoming.  Her work activates identity elevation, energetic mastery, and business alignment to create quantum shifts in income, visibility, and self-worth.  Her clients don’t just grow their businesses—they fully step into the woman who leads them with confidence, clarity, and magnetism.  Because when you’re the walking embodiment of your next level—money, clients, and opportunities show up with ease. You are the brand. You are the frequency. You are the result.    Social MediaWebsite:   https://www.yvonnepurvis.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yvonnepurvisofficial  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yvonne_purvis_/  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnepurvis/  About Your Host – Megan North | Purpose Finder & True North GuideMegan North is an intuitive life coach and creator of The True North Show, guiding women to reconnect with their purpose, power, and true path. As a Purpose Finder, Megan blends soulful insight with grounded coaching to help you find your true north and step into alignment with the life you're meant to live.Ready to find your purpose?✨ Take the Purpose Finder Quiz📥 Download your Free True North Guide📞 Book a Clarity Call to work with Megan 1:1 - https://bit.ly/MeganNorthStarExplore coaching, angel card readings, and intuitive guidance designed to bring you home to yourself.🔗 All the links you need: 📸 Follow Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan.north.star/

In this powerful first episode of The True North Show, I sit down with the inspiring Rosemary Gattuso, a woman who dared to make a bold shift toward living in alignment with her true purpose. Together, we dive into her journey of change—what sparked it, how she stayed grounded through it, and the practices she uses to prioritise her mental health along the way.Rosemary shares a game-changing moment from her time at Harvard, when one teacher’s words completely reframed how she saw herself. It’s a moment that will give you goosebumps—and perhaps the nudge you’ve been waiting for to step into your own truth.If you’re ready for honest conversation, soulful insight, and a big dose of inspiration, this is the episode to start with.Links:Her book, It’s Not You, It’s Me! A Chronic Overthinker’s Guide to Self-Reflection, reflects her journey from chronic over-thinker to reflective practitioner, aiming to inspire positive change in individuals and communities.Purchase the book here:  https://a.co/d/57U5lHdWebsite:          www.rosemarygattuso.comFacebook:       https://www.facebook.com/rosemarygattusoInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/rosemarygattuso/LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarygattuso/Connect With Megan North:Websitehttps://www.megannorth.comFind Your True North Ebook https://megannorth.com/ebook-finding-your-true-north/Find Your True North Quiz https://megannorth.com/quiz-finding-your-true-north/