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  • In this episode, Christine explores the concept of tone in communication. She discusses phrases which use the word 'tone' and provides examples of different tones. Christine emphasises the importance of speaking from the solar plexus and connecting with the emotions in order to convey the desired tone. She also discusses the impact of tone on others and the need for tone awareness, especially in leadership roles. Christine provides tips for improving tone, such as good breathing, posture, and vocal projection. She concludes by discussing the balance between directness and indirectness in communication.


    Takeaways

    Tone is the quality or character of a voice and carries emotion.Speaking from the solar plexus and connecting with emotions helps convey the desired tone.Tone awareness is important for understanding the impact of our words and behaviors on others.Good breathing, posture, and vocal projection contribute to good tone.Finding the right balance between directness and indirectness in communication is crucial.

    Pay It Forward:

    Christine aims to make her online public speaking and pronunciation lessons available to the masses, so everyone has a fair chance to access training that has for years only been available to the "elite and upper classes." By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking." Up your game and pay it forward today!

     

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  • The conversation begins with a humorous dialogue about the culture of giving directions in Ireland. Christine then reflects on recent conversations she’s had about feeling lost and the art of finding oneself, sharing insights she’s had from Blindboy, Anthony De Mello and Jim Fortin. She explores language, the etymology of "lost," the Dutch concept of "Niksen," and how the pandemic challenged people’s sense of direction, encouraging a re-evaluation of the meanings we assign to words and concepts. Advocating for enjoying “days of no direction,” Christine teaches us how to get comfortable with being lost in new cities, whilst celebrating the unexpected joys of spontaneity and intuition. 


    Pay It Forward:

    Christine aims to make her online public speaking and pronunciation lessons available to the masses, so everyone has a fair chance to access training that has for years only been available to the "elite and upper classes." By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking."

     

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  • In this episode, Christine shares a story about upsetting her Grandmother at mass during Lent one year and a historical land law in Ireland. She discusses the challenges of listening in a noisy world and the need to develop listening skills across cultures and languages. Christine also explores the impact of accents and language on listening comprehension and offers strategies for becoming a more active, engaged listener.


    Takeaways:

    Active listening is essential in a noisy world with constant information overload.Listening skills can be developed across cultures and languages.Anticipating accents and language can help improve listening comprehension.Body language and speech cues provide valuable information during listening.Reflection and self-listening are important for personal growth and understanding.

    About Christine:

    Christine is a TEDx Speaker, English Pronunciation & Brain-based Conversations® Coach, and Culture Active Trainer. Creator of Neurocultural Communication Coaching, she bridges the gap between language, culture and the brain for tech teams and professionals working in global English-speaking environments. Currently residing in her 5th country, Spain, Christine has worked with individuals from over 40 cultures. Her master's thesis literature review, "Factors Influencing Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Ireland," was presented at the Irish Institute of Management in 2015.


    Alongside private and company-sponsored coaching for individuals, Christine hosts engaging in-house and online workshops on linguistic inclusion, cultural competence for business, the neuroscience of confident communication and The Spiral of Awareness.


    Her content is designed to make you laugh and think. She aims to make her online public speaking and pronunciation lessons available to the masses, so everyone has a fair chance to access training that has for years only been available to the "elite and upper classes." By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll also get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking."

     

    Access the Resources Here: https://bit.ly/Connected_Communication


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  • In this episode, Christine explores the influence of ingrained beliefs and habits on our lives. She shares personal anecdotes about superstitions, self-doubt, body image, and the transformative experience of inner child work. With insights from neuroscience research, Christine questions the emphasis on breaking bad habits and advocates for focusing on positive thoughts and behaviors. She discusses the reticular activating system's role in perception and encourages listeners to consciously shape their mindset for personal growth.


    Key Topics:

    The power of focus and the impact of ingrained beliefs, habits, and thought patterns.Superstitions and self-doubt.The concept of breaking bad habits and the power of thoughts and beliefs.Christine's struggles with self-doubt and societal pressures.Christine's journey with body image and reclaiming well-being.Inner child work and its impact on healing.The importance of self-awareness and past experiences in shaping behaviors.Rewiring habits and beliefs for personal growth.The role of the reticular activating system in filtering perceptions.

    About Christine:

    Christine is a TEDx Speaker, English Pronunciation & Brain-based Conversations® Coach, and Culture Active Trainer. Creator of Neurocultural Communication Coaching, she bridges the gap between language, culture and the brain for tech teams and professionals working in global English-speaking environments. Currently residing in her 5th country, Spain, Christine has worked with individuals from over 40 cultures. Her master's thesis literature review, "Factors Influencing Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Ireland," was presented at the Irish Institute of Management in 2015.


    Alongside private and company-sponsored coaching for individuals, Christine hosts engaging in-house and online workshops on linguistic inclusion, cultural competence for business, the neuroscience of confident communication and The Spiral of Awareness.


    Her content is designed to make you laugh and think. She aims to make her online public speaking and pronunciation lessons available to the masses, so everyone has a fair chance to access training that has for years only been available to the "elite and upper classes." By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll also get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking."

     

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  • Today, Connected Communication turns 1! To celebrate, Christine has a very gracious gift on offer to everyone who downloads.


    In the episode, she explores the theme of self-trust and its impact on living authentically. She shares her personal growth journey, including overcoming a toxic relationship and learning to set boundaries. Christine discusses cultural perspectives on trust, the difficulty women often face in saying no, and the importance of aligning opportunities with personal values. She references experts like Robert Cialdini and Aristotle on persuasion and trust-building, emphasising storytelling and "the framing effect." Christine advocates for resilience, self-care, and embracing one's true self, inspiring listeners to find confidence from within and let go of the need for external validation


    To Enter The Giveaway:

    Subscribe to the podcast.Download this episode.Take a screenshot.Find Christine on one of the links below.Send her the screenshot.Wait for your 'pay it forward' gift.

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connected_communication

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedCommunicationClub/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinemullaney/

    Email: [email protected]


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  • In this episode, Christine and guest Rachel Paling delve into the intricacies of language learning and neuroscience. They discuss the importance of self-awareness in language acquisition, strategies to overcome language barriers, and the phenomenon of code-switching. Rachel shares her transition from language coach to Neurolanguage Coaching® creator and the significance of applying neuroscience in education. The episode also touches on heart-brain coherence and the role of compassion in communication. Christine reflects on personal experiences improving her Spanish, getting some tips off Rachel to enhance her acquisition. The dialogue emphasises the transformative power of combining language, neuroscience, and compassion in teaching and learning.


    About the Guest:

    Rachel Paling is the creator of Neurolanguage Coaching(R) and NeuroHeart Education®. Rachel started teaching English to adults over 35 years ago. After obtaining a BA Honours in Law and Spanish (UK), she did a Masters in Human Rights and Democratization (EMA) at the University of Padua, Italy and Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Germany. She qualified as a UK Lawyer in 2003, but instead of pursuing a career as a lawyer, Rachel combined her teaching experience, a specialisation in business English and her legal knowledge to language coach top executives across Europe. Through the years 2003 to 2011 she developed herself as a professional life coach and language coach and in 2012 she created the new approach for language learning called Neurolanguage Coaching®, training teachers with one of the first ICF CCE accredited programmes for language teachers worldwide. In 2020, Rachel founded the Neuroheart Education Foundation and developed a new ICF accredited course for teachers of any discipline to become NeuroHeart Educational coaches, to transform the educational process in schools, universities and corporates worldwide.. She is an ICF PCC Coaching Credential and also holds an MA in Applied Neuroscience and an MA in Neuroeducation and Neuropsychology.


    https://neurohearteducationfoundation.com/


    About Christine:

    Christine is a TEDx Speaker, English Pronunciation & Brain-based Conversations® Coach, and Culture Active Trainer. Creator of Neurocultural Communication Coaching, she bridges the gap between language, culture and the brain for tech teams and professionals working in global English-speaking environments. Currently residing in her 5th country, Spain, Christine has worked with individuals from over 40 cultures. Her master's thesis literature review, "Factors Influencing Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Ireland," was presented at the Irish Institute of Management in 2015.


    Alongside private and company-sponsored coaching for individuals, Christine hosts engaging in-house and online workshops on linguistic inclusion, cultural competence for business, the neuroscience of confident communication and The Spiral of Awareness.


    Her content is designed to make you laugh and think. She aims to make her online public speaking and pronunciation lessons available to the masses, so everyone has a fair chance to access training that has for years only been available to the "elite and upper classes." By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll also get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking."

     

    Access the Resources Here: https://bit.ly/Connected_Communication


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  • In this episode, Christine encourages you, on International Women's Day, to "Dare to Be Difficult." Emphasising the importance of self-awareness in effective communication, she explores the active nature of listening, the impact of emotional repression, and the influence of language and culture on understanding. Christine also discusses neurodivergence and societal systems, sharing personal stories and advocating for acceptance of individual differences. Using the example of Ireland's pirate Queen, Grainne Mhaol, Christine highlights the role of cultural intelligence in overcoming communication barriers and challenges gender norms, promoting the redefinition of "difficult" women. The episode concludes with advice for leaders on fostering open communication and an invitation for listeners to engage in meaningful dialogue.


    About Christine:

    Christine is a TEDx Speaker, English Pronunciation & Brain-based Conversations® Coach, and Culture Active Trainer. She bridges the gap between language, culture and the brain for tech teams and professionals working in global English-speaking environments. Currently residing in her 5th country, Spain, Christine has worked with individuals from over 40 cultures. Her master's thesis literature review, "Factors Influencing Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Ireland," was selected for presentation at the Irish Institute of Management in 2015.


    Alongside private and company-sponsored coaching for individuals, Christine hosts engaging in-house and online workshops on linguistic inclusion, cultural competence for business, the neuroscience of confident communication and The Spiral of Awareness.


    Her content is designed to make you laugh and think. She aims to make her online training platform available to marginalised communities, so everyone has a fair chance to develop. By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll also get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking."

     

    Access the Resources Here: https://bit.ly/Connected_Communication


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  • In this episode, Christine explores the tension between asking for forgiveness versus permission, particularly in communication and learning contexts. She reflects on her own experiences, including a surprising sauna encounter in Ireland and her Neurolanguage Coaching® training, discussing the limitations of constantly seeking permission. Christine then connects this to workplace dynamics, focusing on the suppression of emotions and how it affects listening and understanding between men and women. She shares insights from research and her workshop experiences, highlighting the challenges women face when expressing emotions professionally. The episode wraps up with actionable advice for improving workplace communication to enhance mutual understanding and foster healthier working environments.


    Christine Shares:

    A reflection on the concept of asking for forgiveness, not for permission.The importance of permission in communication and learning environments.The impact of suppressing emotions in the workplace.How men and women listen to each other.Personal experiences and insights on seeking permission.Reflections on a workshop for a technology company.Research on emotional repression and its effects.Challenges faced by women in the workplace.Practical strategies for improving communication and understanding.Commitment to fostering positive change in workplace communication.

    About Christine:

    Christine is a TEDx Speaker, English Pronunciation & Brain-based Conversations® Coach, and Culture Active Trainer. She bridges the gap between language, culture and the brain for tech teams and professionals working in global English-speaking environments. Currently residing in her 5th country, Spain, Christine has worked in a variety of roles across the globe. Her master's thesis literature review, "Factors Influencing Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Ireland," was selected for presentation at the Irish Institute of Management in 2015.


    Alongside private and company-sponsored English Communication and Pronunciation Coaching for individuals, Christine hosts engaging in-house and online workshops on linguistic inclusion, cultural competence for business, the neuroscience of confident communication and The Spiral of Awareness.


    Her content is designed to make you laugh and think. She aims to make her online training platform available to marginalised communities, so everyone has a fair chance to develop. By supporting her work, you play a part in helping this dream become a reality. You'll also get access to her entire library of resources on “The Science of Speaking."

     

    Support her work here: https://bit.ly/Connected_Communication

    Make an Enquiry: [email protected]

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connected_communication


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  • Overview: In this episode, Christine looks at the relationship between language, identity, and communication, sharing a story about her night with Wu-Tang. She also tells us how the Irish language was “battered out of” people with a special type of stick. As you celebrate International Mother Language Day, reflect on the significance of languages in shaping our perceptions, experiences, and cultural heritage.


    Christine Considers:

    Language and Identity: Language is not just a means of communication; it is deeply intertwined with our sense of self. But when does language shape our identity? Is it only our “mother tongue” or do second languages play a part?International Mother Language Day: Originating from the sacrifices made in Bangladesh in 1952 to preserve their language, this day emphasises the importance of linguistic diversity and cultural heritage.Neuroscience of Language: Research in neuroscience reveals how language shapes our thoughts and perceptions. From colour perception to concepts of agency and ownership, language influences how we experience the world.Bilingualism and Identity: Bilingual professionals often face pressure to conform to native English standards. Embracing linguistic diversity fosters understanding and inclusivity.Challenging Linguistic Divides: It's crucial to challenge societal attitudes that undermine linguistic diversity. By opening conversations and embracing curiosity about different languages and cultures, we promote solidarity and tolerance.Core Identity: Despite language adaptations, does our core identity remain unchanged? It's the essence of who we are, often transcending linguistic boundaries.

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  • In her first solo-produced episode, Christine delves into the fascinating concept of energetic resonance and its profound impact on our lives, communication, and well-being.

    Energetic Resonance Unveiled: Christine shares a transformative conversation with Fabio, discussing the energy frequencies we emit, which shape our experiences.Frequency and Vibration: Dive into the idea that our thoughts and feelings carry energy with specific frequencies, influencing our interactions and surroundings.From Waves to Brainwaves: Learn how the frequency of the sea can affect our brainwaves and discover the intriguing connection between Schumann's resonances and brainwave states.The Power of Music: Explore the ancient solfeggio frequencies and their potential for healing, along with Christine's personal journey of choosing the heart frequency for her podcast intro music while listening to Sub Focus.Communication and Resonance: Understand how finding our personal frequency and vocal resonance can enhance our ability to connect with others, along with the challenges women may face in resonating with a wider audience. Uncover how resonance in communication can make you a leader people want to follow.Finding Your Frequency: Is Terrance Howard right; do we all have a specific frequency in our DNA? Is this Universal Language that of Paulo Coelho's in The Alchemist? Christine shares exercises on energetic and vocal resonance development, emphasising the importance of self-love and healing. She also helps you understand resonance using Mariah Carey's vocal range as an example.

    As Christine prepares for International Mother Tongue Day, she encourages listeners to reflect on their frequency and its impact on those around them. Don't miss out on valuable insights and practical tips for aligning your frequency and enhancing your communication skills.


    Study the Science of Speaking: https://bit.ly/Connected_Communication

    Get in touch: [email protected]

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connected_communication


    Hidden Rhythms of Frequency: Terrence Howard's Exploration of a Universal Language:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca1vIYmGyYA


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  • Christine explores the nature of external influence and its impact on our intuition and decision making. Reflecting on a statement by Robbie Williams, she examines linguistic changes led by young women, judgmental attitudes towards such changes, and the importance of connecting the heart and mind to determine our own path forward. Christine also draws connections between St. Brigid's Day, the goddess Brigid's protective legacy in Ireland, and the theme of external influence.

    CHRISTINE DISCUSSES:

    Robbie Williams' comment about the impact of media criticism on his mental health.The Goddess Brigid, protector and healer and the lessons in her legacy. Negative criticism of young women who use "influencer speak" like vocal fry. How babies learn speech rhythm - and why judgement is natural. How connecting the heart and mind helps us stand up for what’s right. The detrimental impact of allowing external influences to override our intuition.

    BEST MOMENTS

    "We are in an age of evolution – an evolution of women."

    "Press speak, or the things the press were saying, broke his trust in himself. Austin Powers might have called it losing his mojo."

    "Teenagers are risk takers. They’ll create new slang words, use upspeak or vocal fry, and add new filler words like 'like' into conversations."

    "As non-sentient AI overwhelms communication mediums, the language of the heart will become more important than ever."

    "It is the great person who, in the midst of the crowd, keeps with perfect sweetness the independence of solitude."

    "However you find yourself influenced, may you be able to turn your eye inward and never allow external influences to f*ck up your intuition."

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine is from Ireland and now lives in Málaga, Spain. Alongside private coaching, she trains IT professionals on English pronunciation, accent inclusion, international culture and the neuroscience of confident communication.

    Her mission is to make public speaking, English pronunciation and brain-based intercultural communication training accessible to disadvantaged communities, so everyone has an opportunity to learn.

    Outside work, she hikes, cooks, sings and is currently writing her first book – Healing on The Camino, a story of her journey across Northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela.

    Support her work here: www.connectedcommunication.club You’ll get access to a library of personal and professional development resources on “The Science of Speaking.”

    Get in touch: [email protected]: www.instagram.com/connected_communication

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  • In this episode, Christine chats with sociolinguist Valentyna Filimonova about the intricate links between language, culture and society. Listen in as they deep dive into topics from linguistic shifts and variations to forensic linguistics and its surprising realities. Learn how language reflects social changes and globalisation's influence across cultures and generations. Gain insights into bilingual education challenges and the biases perpetuated by "native speaker" ideals. This episode is a rich dialogue full of food for thought from two passionate communicators.

    CHRISTINE & VALENTYNA DISCUSS

    The complexity and realities of forensic linguistics.The emotional connection and identity tied to our mother tongue that influences learning and communication.The purpose of sociolinguistics studies.Why native speaker biases still dominate teaching approaches.How businesses can help transform language mindsets.Why Valentyna advocates for more humility and continuous self-questioning of the information we consume.

    BEST MOMENTS

    "Some people would sometimes need psychological attention or some way to deal with that violence that they read about."

    "If people don't identify with that language, you know, there's no connection then they're probably more likely to let it go and drop out."

    "I have had to deal with a lot of English teachers, for example, that teach English, be it in here in Mexico or in other places. And even they still believe that they're not good enough at teaching English if they're not native speakers."

    "It becomes a little more difficult, I think, for cultures to really stop, pause and evaluate."

    "Going back to developing this humility on the personal level, I think is going to do all of us a lot, a lot of good."

    ABOUT THE GUEST

    Valentyna is an international sociolinguist and content developer. With a dual PhD from Indiana University, USA, she specializes in Hispanic sociolinguistics and its applications. Valentyna has taught, presented, and published on social-science academic and pedagogical research. Some practical applications of her research include forensic linguistic consulting, language teaching, serving vulnerable populations, and communication effectiveness improvements. Over the last two years, she has expanded her work and research into the tech industry as a content developer, supporting Windows Servicing and Delivery Communications at Microsoft as a supplier.

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentyna-filimonova/.

    Academia: https://indiana.academia.edu/ValentynaFilimonova.

    Read Valentyna’s Windows IT Pro Blog: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows-ITPro-blog

    Learning Module: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/m365-advance-organization-security-posture/.

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine is from Ireland and now lives in Málaga, Spain. She coaches and trains IT professionals on English pronunciation, accent inclusion, international culture and the neuroscience of confident communication.

    Her mission is to make public speaking, English pronunciation and brain-based intercultural communication training accessible to disadvantaged communities, so everyone has an opportunity to learn.

    Outside work, she hikes, cooks, sings and is currently writing her first book – Healing on The Camino, a story of her journey across Northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela.

    Support her work here: www.connectedcommunication.club You’ll get access to a library of personal and professional development resources on “The Science of Speaking.”

    Get in touch: [email protected]: www.instagram.com/connected_communication

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  • In this episode, Christine explores the science behind why letting your mind wander leads to more creativity and insights, sharing her own experiences with pain and focus while walking the Camino de Santiago, and how distraction helped alleviate her discomfort. She explains the concept of "flipping the focus" to get unstuck from problems.

    Just like Steve Jobs and Einstein, who had breakthrough ideas while daydreaming, we can all benefit our brains by zoning out every now and then!

    CHRISTINE REVEALS:

    Which parts of the brain daydreaming activates. How daydreaming helps form new connections in the brain.Why trying too hard to solve problems stops ideas from emerging, creating an 'impasse.'Why VETO power is necessary to generate insights, and how to shift the focus.What research shows is the best thing to visualise if we want to reduce the sensation of pain. The links between imagination, "alpha waves" and solution finding. The difference between people who can calm their minds on demand and intensely focused thinkers.

    BEST MOMENTS

    "Thanks very much, boss. Can you shag off for a minute please? I’m staring into space."

    "Think about it like this, right. You know when you’re in a conversation with somebody or you’re in a meeting and you're brain... (well brainstorming is a different topic actually because now research is finding that brainstorming is not the best way to come up with ideas because it puts pressure on the brain and creates, creates stress.)"

    "Next time, walk away, give yourself a couple of minutes to calm down, move out of the conditioning and allow your brain to dream."

    VALUABLE RESOURCES:

    Your Brain at Work: www.amazon.com/Your-Brain-Work-Strategies-Distraction/dp/0061771295

    The Biology of Desire: https://www.amazon.com/Biology-Desire-Why-Addiction-Disease/dp/1610397126

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine is from Ireland and now lives in Málaga, Spain. She coaches and trains IT professionals on English pronunciation, accent inclusion, international culture and the neuroscience of confident communication.

    Her mission is to make public speaking, English pronunciation and brain-based intercultural communication training accessible to disadvantaged communities, so everyone has an opportunity to learn.

    Outside work, she hikes, cooks, sings and is currently writing her first book – Healing on The Camino, a story of her journey across Northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela.

    Support her work here: www.connectedcommunication.club You’ll get access to a library of personal and professional development resources on “The Science of Speaking.”

    Get in touch: [email protected]: www.instagram.com/connected_communication

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  • An embarrassing fall on ice. What happens in your brain when you feel shame. How to overcome freezing when put on the spot. A pirate snarl and the meaning of shame in South Africa.

    About the Host:

    Christine is from Ireland and now lives in Spain. On top of podcasting, which she adores, Christine coaches, teaches and trains individuals and teams in IT on linguistic inclusion, international culture and the neuroscience of confidence and communication in English. She also hikes, cooks, sings and is currently writing her first book – Healing on The Camino.

    Support the Podcast here: www.connectedcommunication.club You’ll get access to over 150 audio, video & PDF resources as a thank you for supporting.

    Get in touch: [email protected]

    Great Video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nElGCIMf2c


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  • Christine chats with Joe O'Connor, an ex-military man and serial entrepreneur who has overcome immense adversity. After surviving being hit by a car at 14 and blown off a mountain at 37, breaking his neck both times, Joe was told he may never walk again. Yet he persevered through grit and mindset shifts, going on to run a marathon and start his own charity, Transformation for Veterans. Listen as Joe and Christine dive into the power of choice, clarity of communication, tools to move through hardship, leaving a legacy, and the importance of self-talk and believing you can achieve anything.

    CHRISTINE & JOE DISCUSS

    The ability to choose our perception of past events allows us to reshape present realitiesWhy speaking with clarity and checking for understanding builds trust in relationshipsHow to access different modalities like a toolkit to aid healing and transformationThat connected communication requires respecting diverse views while staying true to oneselfLegacy building and why it involves having the heart and courage to carry on a mission over timeThat self-communication is key; staying determined despite naysayers and hardshipHow military training instils directness, honesty and accountability Why the repetition of skills transforms them into natural abilities and factsThe importance of mindset to drive achievement

    BEST MOMENTS

    "It doesn't matter how bad it gets ever if you just see beyond what you're actually in at the time, it always gets better."

    "The only wrong decision is the decision you didn't make."

    "You can't take away my self-respect. Ever."

    "Together everyone's attitude matters."

    "Have a good coach or mentor and, as Churchill says, never, ever give in."

    ABOUT THE GUEST

    https://joeteams.com/

    Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/veterans-to-success/id1697840767

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine teaches professionals how to communicate clearly and confidently in English using structure, stories and skilful speaking.

    She specialises in English pronunciation, storytelling and brain-based, cross-cultural communication, using "Culture Active: The Lewis Model." Alongside private coaching, Christine designs workshops and Communication Collectives for small groups.

    In the Connected Communication Club, she hosts a vault of public speaking and communication content and runs live monthly coaching calls.

    Christine’s Neurocultural Communication™ concept focuses on the Spiral of Awareness: the Self, the Brain, Language and Culture. Her approach will make you laugh and think, while nurturing natural confidence and communication courage.

    Communication Club: www.connectedcommunication.club

    Website: www.languagecouragecoaching.com

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/connected_communication


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  • An episode about the history of New Year in Ireland, and its traditions there and around the world. Get your yellow underwear on, stack up your money and let's thrown it in.

    Support Christine & Access Oodles of Training Content: www.connectedcommunication.club

    Cacao: https://nibbedcacao.com/


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  • In this episode, Christine discusses the differences between Boxing Day and St Stephen’s Day which both occur on the 26th of December. She then talks about who St Stephen was and why he is celebrated on the same day every year and recognised as the first Christian martyr. Christine also examines the custom of ‘hunting of the wren’ and the reasons behind this Irish tradition.

    CHRISTINE DISCUSSES

    Why St Stephen’s Day is observed in many Western cultures and the meaning of the holidayThe Irish custom associated with St Stephen's Day 'the hunting of the wren'It is thought Boxing Day comes from the act of giving boxes of money or food to servants or those less fortunate on the day after Christmas.What Boxing Day and St Stephen's Day mean in the modern dayThe mythology, folklore and storytelling around the wren including its ‘trickster’ nature It’s this nature of the wren that links it to St Stephen’s Day and the wren boys. The story states that it flapped its wings so he would be discovered and was then joyfully danced on the drums of the soldiers allowing Cromwell and his armies to escape to safety”Why the wren boys were founded to end the bad fortune caused by the wren

    BEST MOMENTS

    "He's recognised as the first Christian martyr”

    “Boxing day is not directly tied to religion, or St Stephen”

    “St Stephen’s Day was our second Christmas day”

    “The wren is Irish, is a trickster, a cunning trickster”

    “If ever there was treachery that was fu**ing it”

    “The burial of the bird makes all the bad fortune go away”

    EPISODE RESOURCES

    https://linktr.ee/peoplewithpurpose

    Interview with Christine: https://spoti.fi/3uM7xKN

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine teaches professionals how to communicate clearly and confidently in English using structure, stories and skilful speaking.

    She specialises in English pronunciation, storytelling and brain-based, cross-cultural communication, using "Culture Active: The Lewis Model." Alongside private coaching, Christine designs workshops and Communication Collectives for small groups.

    In the Connected Communication Club, she hosts a vault of public speaking and communication content and runs live monthly coaching calls.

    Christine’s Neurocultural Communication™ concept focuses on the Spiral of Awareness: the Self, the Brain, Language and Culture. Her approach will make you laugh and think, while nurturing natural confidence and communication courage.

    Communication Club: www.connectedcommunication.club

    Website: www.languagecouragecoaching.com

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/connected_communication


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  • Christine is joined by David Roberts, a passionate CEO focused on empowering his employees as well as the host of the People with Purpose Podcast. Listen as they explore creating a people-centric company culture, managing emotions under pressure, delegating effectively, linguistic diversity, leadership development, customer service, and more. David also shares examples of what does and doesn’t create a people-first organisation from his wealth of experience.

    CHRISTINE & DAVID REVEAL

    Why losing your temper can lead to open conversations about diverse needs and preferences if the culture supports dialogueWhy assumptions and imagination fill communication gapsWhy companies need to operate on transparency and consultationHow leaders can learn to listen to understand, not to just respondHow to make sure you are inclusive with languageWhy calm leadership (communication, accountability, leadership and management) empowers othersThat service and culture boost profits; 46% more customer trust from 9/10 vs 8/10 ratings

    BEST MOMENTS

    "If you leave unnecessary gaps in communication, people will plug them with their own imagination."

    "People know if you care or not intuitively a lot of the time."

    "I would urge you to think about how you look after people."

    "If more than one person's accountable, then no one's accountable."

    "The meaning of communication is the response that you get."

    "Connected communication...the response is the connection."

    EPISODE RESOURCES

    https://linktr.ee/peoplewithpurpose

    Interview with Christine: https://spoti.fi/3uM7xKN

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine teaches professionals how to communicate clearly and confidently in English using structure, stories and skilful speaking.

    She specialises in English pronunciation, storytelling and brain-based, cross-cultural communication, using "Culture Active: The Lewis Model." Alongside private coaching, Christine designs workshops and Communication Collectives for small groups.

    In the Connected Communication Club, she hosts a vault of public speaking and communication content and runs live monthly coaching calls.

    Christine’s Neurocultural Communication™ concept focuses on the Spiral of Awareness: the Self, the Brain, Language and Culture. Her approach will make you laugh and think, while nurturing natural confidence and communication courage.

    Communication Club: www.connectedcommunication.club

    Website: www.languagecouragecoaching.com

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/connected_communication

    ABOUT THE GUEST

    David Roberts is a highly regarded CEO, mentor, and investor with 30 years of experience across multiple sectors. As an intrapreneur and entrepreneur David has bought, grown, started and sold several businesses, working with values-driven start-ups, award-winning SMEs, and multinational corporations on strategies for service excellence, leadership, and profitable growth. David’s passion is for purpose and creating an environment where everyone can succeed, through building teams that get things done, execute on their mission with passion, deliver exceptional service and really make a difference.

    https://linktr.ee/peoplewithpurpose

    Interview with Christine: https://spoti.fi/3uM7xKN


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  • In this raw and candid solo episode, Christine boldly challenges the societal stigma around choosing to be childfree. She traces the history of childlessness across centuries, unpacking the complex reasons behind fluctuations in birth rates over time. From economics to women's rights and the evolution of marriage, Christine insightfully analyses the many factors at play and urges everyone to tune into their inner wisdom when making this profound life decision, rather than bowing to external pressures.

    CHRISTINE REVEALS

    Why she made an early decision not to have kids.The research and reasons behind why many choose to be child-free today.The truth about parenthood and expectations of the past.Why being childfree isn’t a selfish act.Her traumatic experiences with an abusive partner.The importance of your own personal internal support, not just building an external support network.

    BEST MOMENTS

    "I am a nice person. I can be a c*nt, but I'm not a vicious, barren one."

    "Having the external support system is an additional bolster. But when you're rocked by the judgment and ridicule that you will get, being able to fully support yourself on the inside is really important."

    "Whatever the feeling settles within you as, that's how you decide."

    "The body identifying the trauma and the emotional suppression inside of us that we don't listen to, or we won't listen to, and how it then gets shown on the body."

    "If you are someone who's left and recently left and you're questioning yourself or you're asking yourself why you stayed and maybe being negative or mean to yourself, you stayed for loving reasons."

    EPISODE RESOURCES

    https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2023/12/03/2-key-tips-to-own-the-childless-by-choice-trend-by-a-psychologist/

    Support Groups for Narcissistic Abuse:

    https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-find-a-narcissistic-abuse-support-group-5271477

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine teaches professionals how to communicate clearly and confidently in English using structure, stories and skilful speaking.

    She specialises in English pronunciation, storytelling and brain-based, cross-cultural communication, using "Culture Active: The Lewis Model." Alongside private coaching, Christine designs workshops and Communication Collectives for small groups.

    In the Connected Communication Club, she hosts a vault of public speaking and communication content and runs live monthly coaching calls.

    Christine’s Neurocultural Communication™ concept focuses on the Spiral of Awareness: the Self, the Brain, Language and Culture. Her approach will make you laugh and think, while nurturing natural confidence and communication courage.

    Communication Club: www.connectedcommunication.club

    Website: www.languagecouragecoaching.com

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/connected_communication


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  • In this raw and unfiltered solo episode, Christine opens up about her "fuck it all" week amidst unrest in her native Ireland. She shares her poem criticising the government, while calling for unity. Christine also talks about the difficulty in building a business, and why we have to learn to lean into life's ups and downs to make progress.

    CHRISTINE REVEALS

    Why she felt conflicted addressing civil unrest in Ireland from afar.Why Ireland's reactive government holds a lot of responsibility for social divisions.Why we need to promote connection, not blame.Why perfectionism was hindering her. Her recent struggles. Her lifelong dream. Her goals for the future including refocusing on her teaching business.

    BEST MOMENTS

    "I'm having a bit of a f*** it week. Have you ever had one of those weeks where you're just like, f*** it all?"

    "We consistently do it because the world has built organisations and careers and goals and motivations around people doing what they believe they're supposed to do."

    "Sometimes you have to turn over, lie flat on your back, and flow with the current."

    "Let Ireland find that love again. Connect with each other. Let's not have any more of this civil unrest."

    ABOUT THE HOST

    Christine teaches university students and professionals clear, conscious cross-cultural English communication that gets results.

    She specialises in business & exam English, pronunciation and brain-based, cross-cultural communication. Alongside private coaching, Christine offers company training, in-person teaching in the South of Spain, and an online pronunciation and public speaking membership platform.

    Her Neurocultural Communication™ concept focuses on the Spiral of Awareness: the Self, the Brain, Language and Culture.

    Communication Club: www.connectedcommunication.club

    Website: www.languagecouragecoaching.com

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/connected_communication


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