<p>Anna is a speaker, MC, Radio and TV broadcaster.</p>
<p>She has recently become a new mum and just released her great new book Anna’s Game Plan – Conquer Your Hang Ups, Unlock Your Confidence and Find Your Purpose!</p>
<p>This is her second appearance on the podcast, you can listen to our first show together from November 2020 in episode 301 Anna Geary on Positive Body Image, Dealing with Insecurities and The Importance of Self Care!</p>
<p>Here are some of the things we talked about in today’s podcast:</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Episode Outline</h2>
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<li><a href="#t=04:26">04:26</a> Her embarrassing story about her first 5k charity and the compare/despair mindset</li>
<li><a href="#t=10:58">10:58</a> Self-acceptance and how it impacts everything from what career you choose to the reflection you see in the mirror</li>
<li><a href="#t=17:22">17:22</a> Unlocking confidence vs building confidence</li>
<li><a href="#t=24:21">24:21</a> Becoming a new mum and how much that changed her outlook on life</li>
<li><a href="#t=33:30">33:30</a> Dealing with anxiety, stress, and overthinking</li>
<li><a href="#t=42:48">42:48</a> Finding purpose in your life</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key Points</h2>
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<li>The journey to self-acceptance is a marathon, not a sprint, and requires an inward focus rather than seeking external validation. Personal growth and self-acceptance often come through confronting our insecurities. Whether it&#8217;s battling body image issues or handling the pressures of business, acknowledging our struggles is a shared human experience. Focus on your individual journey. Don’t compare it to others’. This teaches you to maintain a positive relationship with yourself by embracing who you are, which can unlock confidence and help you find your purpose in various aspects of life, including health, relationships, and career.</li>
<li>Confidence isn&#8217;t something we need to build from scratch; rather, it&#8217;s an inherent quality that can be unlocked by reflecting on moments of past success and the feelings associated with them. Keeping promises to ourselves and owning our strengths without seeking external approval are crucial steps to nurturing self-confidence. Confidence comes from within, and we must relearn how to access it. By understanding the circumstances that have previously made us feel confident, we can replicate those conditions to feel empowered again.</li>
<li>Purpose in life is dynamic and evolves as we grow and change. Purpose is not a fixed destination but an evolving journey. Discovering one&#8217;s purpose requires self-awareness and a willingness to shift goals as our lives unfold. Explore what brings you fulfillment and grant yourself permission to pivot when necessary. Purpose can stem from various sources—whether it&#8217;s being the best parent, excelling in a career, or pursuing personal development. Take time to understand yourself, define your current purpose, and make intentional choices that align with your larger goals.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Powerful Quotes by Anna</h2>
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<li>Your acceptance of what you’re good at is just as important as your acceptance of your shortcomings, because that’s where confidence comes from.</li>
<li>When you become aware of a problem, you can control it. And when you can control it, you can change it.</li>
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Anna Geary on Self-Acceptance, Unlocking Confidence and Finding Your Health, Career or Relationship Purpose!

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