Gabrielle Gleeson | Personal coach
Gabrielle Gleeson
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24.01.2022 https://vimeo.com/393253445?ref=fb-share
24.01.2022 Feel fed up at times? Welcome to motherhood. ~ Statistics show that women still take on the overwhelming majority of domestic and family duties, irrespective of their work obligations. Carrying the load of mundane tasks can often feel more burdensome when our efforts go unappreciated by those we are helping ~ My clients often ask, How can I get others to share the load? How can I stop feeling so resentful, even angry, about all this?... ~ Communication and negotiation are essential skills we need to learn to ensure we create an environment of equality, gratitude and respect. ~ One challenge is that many of us didnt grow up in environments where there was a culture of equality, gratitude and respect. So, we may have no idea how to foster this new paradigm in our homes. ~ The good news is that it is possible to influence change and create the shifts you want and need to feel happier in your home. What support? Please reach out. #wegotyoumama See more
24.01.2022 My great friend Matthew Johnstone is THE BEST at busting through the stigma of mental health issues with his brilliant, funny and emotive illustrations. A picture tells a thousand words, as they say. Thanks for all the brilliant work you do in this world. Mathew says.... "RU OK? Day is a suicide prevention initiative which is so important but above and beyond that - when we reach out and ask how someones travelling it creates a release of the feel good peptide hormone - oxytocin (feeling you get when you get a hug from a loved one) in both asker and recipient. Asking RU OK? creates trust, connection, community and it saves lives. Happy RU OK? Day and hope this finds you well here you may be."
23.01.2022 Mothers have been gathering in circles throughout the ages, with the intention of sharing experiences, offering love, laughter, care and support to each other. Now more than ever we need connection. Circles provide a safe space for sharing and lovingly embracing lifes challenges and joys together. As a Sister Circle facilitator, mother, coach and consultant who has worked with women for many years, I know that connection and support, through cir...cles, is one way we can navigate these challenging times with grace. We may feel isolated, but we can still come together. If this resonates with you, comment below, and Ill send you a DM. Or, please introduce yourself to me via my DM. #wegotyourmama You can check out my services and testimonials at www.gabriellegleeson.com Also, pass this onto a mother you know who might want or need this. See more
23.01.2022 Hell YES, you are! ~ Please know that we live in a culture that demands we question our worth on a daily bloody basis. This questioning is sold to us, in insidious ways, mainly through the media we consume, to ensure we are perpetually striving and wanting more. Or to be different from how we are right now. We need to talk about this and remind ourselves and others of this game created to get us to spend more money. Simple. ~ Lets rally to...gether to call BS on questioning our enoughness once and for all? If not for ourselves, then for our children who we know are absolutely good enough, exactly as they are. ~ You are a good enough parent. Your body is more than good enough. Your love is good enough. Your efforts are good enough. You are entirely good enough. ~ #wegotyoumama See more
23.01.2022 Very excited to be featured in the AFR for our work in helping to create a conscious culture through corporate wellness http://www.afr.com//growth-in-corporate-wellness-services-
21.01.2022 The Postnatal Depletion Cure is the FIRST book I recommend to any new parents. Written by @droscarserrellach it is a resource for me that never gets tired, unlike most of the mothers I know . ~ If you know someone who is about to have a baby or has had a baby. Actually, if you know a tired mother with kids of any age, buy this book for her. ~ You can also listen to the interview I did with Dr Serrellach by clicking in the link in the bio.
21.01.2022 There are plenty of jokes about "baby brain", and most mothers will acknowledge that "something" happens to their brain during matrescence (the process of a woman becoming a mother.) However, very little is discussed about the truly magnificent changes that take place to enable us to nurture and raise our children well. One notable change is how a mother begins to think. Concerning herself more with the broader concept of "we" as opposed to "I." ... Doesnt this explain A LOT! Who else feels like they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders? Asking "are we ok?" Rather than, "am I ok?" has significant implications. The "we" doesnt just stop with mother and baby. Take, for instance, the current panic and fear with the Coronavirus. A mothers concern doesnt necessarily stop at her and her family, she is likely very concerned with the broader collective. What world am I raising my children in? It can feel overwhelming if you arent aware of what is happening. Think climate change, her collective concerns are for the wellbeing of all. This is can be a heavy burden to carry. Obviously, many people other than mothers are capable of thinking in terms of "we" and that can be a blessing. However, it is important for our holistic wellbeing to be able to take time to think solely about "I." We already know that learning mindfulness techniques and including self-care practices are super important for mothers. This is just another reason why its so important. Thinking in "we" 24/7 is exhausting. Asking for help and accessing support is also helpful for mothers when they feel overwhelmed by the significant responsibilities they have. *caveat* I am not a neuroscientist. However, I am studying neuroscience subjects and I wanted to express this concept in lay terms, as best I could. Hopefully, I dont offend any scientists . My sole objective is to help mums better understand and make meaning of the changes they experience during matrescence. See more
20.01.2022 CHECKING IN WITH WORKING MUMS. AND DADS. If organisations want to get real about gender equality, supporting new dads, as well as new mums, is an imperative part of reshaping corporate culture. https://www.bbc.com/news/business-49564467
20.01.2022 @jasmine_taylor_ how did this happen? One minute they are tiny babies and the next they are 16 years old and off to school formals. (Sure, it would be rude to forget the toddler years ). But this is living proof that the days can be long but they years are short. A beauty inside and out. I you!
18.01.2022 Great interview. We need to change the narrative around parents being supported to navigate the competing priorities of family and career. Parents refer to Mum and DAD!
18.01.2022 http://www.mamamia.com.au/budget-2016-women-working-mums/ Working mums (and dads) matter! Surely its time to do more to support this important time of transition. What do you think?
18.01.2022 Asking for help! ~ In my interview with Claudine Lafond of @yogabeyond, she raises the all import issue of being able to ask others for help, especially as mothers. ~ If we have grown up believing that asking for help is a sign of weakness or a burden we place on others, then shifting gears and reaching out for help can be difficult. However, asking for help can be just as much a gift to the person we are vulnerable enough to seek support ...from as it is to us. ~ If you are keen to listen to our chat, click on the link in the bio. See more
17.01.2022 Check-in on the energy you are spreading within your home. As mother's, we can take our family on an energetically scary ride of emotions if we are not conscious of negative energy we might be leaking. That's not to say that being real isn't important, it is and, honesty is paramount. Giving ourselves and other's permission to feel all our feelings, as Glennon Doyle would say, is honest and feels appropriate at the moment. Let's face i...t, a "Pollyanna" approach to tough situations can do more damage than good, and frankly, it's a protective mechanism that helps people avoid pain. However, there is a place in the middle. We don't need to let it all hang out, all the time. And, equally, we don't need to hide our painful truth forever. It's the when, where and the how of our expression. Now is a time that our kids need us to hold the balance as best we can. It's not easy. But, to create the energy of hope and happiness, when it feels hard for them to find it, is a gift a mother can give. "We can do hard things." @glennondoyle. Is there space where you can be free to express fully? So that you can create an energy that feels safe and loving for the ones you love the most? If you need 1:1 support at this time, reach out for online sessions. #wegotyoumama See more
17.01.2022 Make sales in your business this Festive Season!
17.01.2022 Awaken mamas we cant fall asleep at the wheel.
17.01.2022 Chaos to Calm - getting organised, is a set of tools that I developed to support mums as they transition from maternity leave back into their careers. As everyone is navigating a "new normal" I figure there are people who could use the weekly planner to help create some structure during these hectic times. If you want me to send you a free copy to download please comment "yes" or DM me your email address and Ill send through. I hope it helps, Gab x
17.01.2022 The incredible work of Gidget Foundation, with Arabella Burge leading as CEO, shines a light on such an important and prevalent issue. PND (Peri-Natal Depression) has touched me and my family personally and deeply, leaving scars that will sadly last a lifetime. There is wonderful support available for mums. However, many still feel a sense of shame and fear regarding mental health. The more we shine a light on the topic, and talk openly about our feelings and challenges as mothers, the more comfortable those in need will feel to reach out for help. Yay and thanks for the work the Gidget Foundation do in the world. https://7news.com.au//perinatal-depression-recognising-the
16.01.2022 Check-in on the energy you are spreading within your home. As mothers, we can take our family on an energetically scary ride of emotions if we are not conscious of negative energy we might be leaking. Thats not to say that being real isnt important, it is and, honesty is paramount. Giving ourselves and others permission to feel all our feelings, as Glennon Doyle would say, is honest and feels appropriate at the moment. Lets face i...t, a "Pollyanna" approach to tough situations can do more damage than good, and frankly, its a protective mechanism that helps people avoid pain. However, there is a place in the middle. We dont need to let it all hang out, all the time. And, equally, we dont need to hide our painful truth forever. Its the when, where and the how of our expression. Now is a time that our kids need us to hold the balance as best we can. Its not easy. But, to create the energy of hope and happiness, when it feels hard for them to find it, is a gift a mother can give. "We can do hard things." @glennondoyle. Is there space where you can be free to express fully? So that you can create an energy that feels safe and loving for the ones you love the most? If you need 1:1 support at this time, reach out for online sessions. #wegotyoumama See more
14.01.2022 Oh, how we love to say, Yes! Yes, to the extra activities. Yes, to the new toy. Yes, to the playdate when we are exhausted. Yes, to taking on the extra project at work. Yes, to the favourite meal when we are sick to death of the kitchen. Yes, to my whole family coming to Christmas when my youngest child was less than 4 weeks old (car screech) What the!?#@ Yep! I did that. ~ And yet, our children love to say no! Perhaps we can learn a thing or two from ...them. After all, they are our greatest teachers. ~ So many mothers I work with are overburdened and exhausted by the number of responsibilities they have. Yet, they will often share that they struggle to say, no to people. ~ Its almost as if people-pleasing is a take home gift they give you after having a baby. Welcome to motherhood, you will now attempt to keep all of the people happy, all of the time. ~ However, saying no is empowering apprently . The mothers I admire most are shouting, hell no! I say No ALL. THE. TIME. Learning that we are still loved and accepted when we know our limits is very freeing. ~ The added benefit, we are teaching our kids about boundaries. Modelling, no, gives other people, especially our children, permission to say no when they need to. ~ What are you saying No to this weekend? See more
14.01.2022 In such uncertain times, many mothers are feeling even more stressed and anxious than usual. It’s ok to feel whatever ever it is you are feeling, but know if it’s all too much online support is available. If you need an experienced professional to have a confidential conversation wit please reach out. Also, online mothers circles coming soon DM me if you are interested and share with others in need, please. Check out www.gabriellegleeson.com or DM #wegotyoumama
14.01.2022 I was honoured to be able to sit with Dr Oscar Serrallach for our very first #podcast episode of Conscious Conversations. Oscar is an integrative GP, student of nutritional and environmental medicine and well-known author of The Postnatal Depletion Cure. He is also a father and partner who is passionate about supporting mothers to ensure optimal perinatal health. We talk about the importance of supporting #women as they become a new #mother, which is known as #matrescence, ...the impact of hormonal changes (physically, mentally and emotionally) and the role both #parents play in navigating the life-changing event of having a baby. We also discussed ideas for supporting #postnatal health and wellbeing to mitigate the risk of #postnatal #depression and #anxiety. Listen to the podcast right now at https://www.gabriellegleeson.com/podcast/ . . #support #postpartumhealth #birth #newborn #antenatal #newbaby #postpartum #pregnancy #motherhood #baby #mumlife #wellness #mama #parenthood #selfcare #mentalhealth #mum #health #postnatal #postnataldepression #postnatalcare
13.01.2022 https://www.facebook.com/Upworthy/posts/1135512039822986 This is so fantastic! Mother wars are created not by mums but by the media, wanting to drum up conflict for ratings, in an arena served far better by celebrating differences than judging others choices. Mums unite!
11.01.2022 In such uncertain times, many mothers are feeling even more stressed and anxious than usual. Its ok to feel whatever ever it is you are feeling, but know if its all too much online support is available. If you need an experienced professional to have a confidential conversation wit please reach out. Also, online mothers circles coming soon DM me if you are interested and share with others in need, please. Check out www.gabriellegleeson.com or DM #wegotyoumama
11.01.2022 New podcast episode with Kate Reed @thesistercricles There is no one that I look to more than Kate when it comes to conscious communication. I know A LOT of excellent communicators. However, Kate more than anyone I know has a way of expressing whatever needs to be said, no matter how difficult, in a loving, succinct and intentional way that evokes deeper and more authentic connection as a result. In a world where there is a lot of noise..., and impulsive communication 24/7, it is comforting to know there is a better way. Kate is the creator of The Sister Circles @thesistercircles. She facilitates and trains other women to facilitate circles in their own communicates. And, in this episode of Conscious conversations, we delve into why as women we are drawn to gather, connect and share on a deeper level. We discuss what it means to connect in a conscious way that is safe and supportive and why this is more a process of remembering than learning. You can listen to our podcast at www.gabriellegleeson.com/podcast or the link is in the bio. I hope you enjoy our chat. See more
11.01.2022 #Repost @russellbrand we often focus on mum when a new bub arrives but supporting all involved parents, including dad, is imperative to see families thrive. This is a co-creation
10.01.2022 #Repost @droscarserrallach This book is an incredible gift to the world. Thankyou @glennondoyle, Ill be recommending this to all the mothers I work with. . I began to live as a woman who never got the worlds memos. I burned the memo that defined selflessness as the pinnacle of womanhood. But first I forgave myself for believing that lie for so long. I had abandoned myself out of love. Theyd convinced me that the best way for a woman to love her partners, fam...ily and community was to lose herself in service to them. In my desire to be of service I did myself and the world a great disservice. Ive seen what happens out the world and inside of ourselves when women stay numb, obedient, quiet and small. Selfless women make for an efficient society but not a beautiful true or just one. When women lose themselves the world loses its way. We do not need more selfless women. What we need right now is women who have detoxed themselves so completely, from the worlds expectations that they are full of nothing but themselves. What we need are women who are FULL of themselves. A woman who is full of herself knows and trusts herself enough to say and do what must be done. She lets the rest burn. I burned the memo that responsible motherhood is martyrdom. I decided that the call of motherhood is to become a model, not a martyr. I unbecame a woman dying slowly in her childrens name and became a responsible mother, one who shows her children how to be fully alive. #untamed #matrescence #transformation #rise #evolve #heal #wild #free #motherhood #livefully #postnatal See more
09.01.2022 This is something so many of the women I work with are challenged by . I can certainly relate! Couples with collectively high EQ and strong communications skills find it easier to navigate equality in the home
08.01.2022 this progressive approach to supporting parents. Another reason to Gucci
07.01.2022 Awaken Mama offers progressive programs and confidential, 1:1 sessions via zoom, to support overwhelmed and exhausted mums, so they can pursue professions, passions and most importantly enjoy being a parent. Get the right help from an experienced professional. #wegotyoumama www.gabriellegleeson.com
07.01.2022 Awaken Women :)
05.01.2022 I was honoured to be able to sit with Dr Serrallach @droscarserrallach for our very first #podcast episode of Conscious Conversations. Oscar is an integrative GP, student of nutritional and environmental medicine and well-known author of The Postnatal Depletion Cure. He is also a father and partner who is passionate about supporting mothers to ensure optimal perinatal health. We talk about the importance of supporting #women as they bec...ome a new #mother, which is known as #matrescence. The impact of hormonal changes, physically, mentally and emotionally. And the role both #parents play in navigating the life-changing event of having a baby. We also discussed ideas for supporting #postnatal health and wellbeing to mitigate the risk of #postnatal #depression and #anxiety. Listen to the podcast right now at https://www.gabriellegleeson.com/podcast/ #wegotyoumama See more
04.01.2022 Interesting read and true for me I think... what you about you?
04.01.2022 Supporting women with juggling paid work and being a mother is so important. Great communication and negotiation skills are required to get the delicate balance just right for you. Do you feel you can ask for help? If not, why? http://www.womensagenda.com.au//7002-working-mum-your-80-h
04.01.2022 http://www.elephantjournal.com//the-lost-art-of-masculini/
01.01.2022 Parents need support. The transition to motherhood (matrescence) is nothing short of enormous. A huge heart-opening experience takes place. Physical, mental, emotional and cognitive changes all impact our lives in what feels like the blink of an eye. I suffered from PND after the birth of my second daughter, Jasmine. It manifested in anxiety. Everything had to be perfect! We had moved overseas, my support networks were removed and I felt alone and scared. I look back and see... the pressure I put upon myself was completely overwhelming. I was 29 years old. I felt completely alone. I went to the doctor 3 times with "stomach aches" before I had the courage to tell her something more was wrong but I didnt have the words for what it was, thankfully I got help. With the birth of my last baby, Indigo, at 43, I was older and a little wiser. I knew I would need support. I knew I would need rest. I knew I would need time to recover. I also needed space and time to welcome and embrace this whole new part of me, along with this precious being into the world. The operative word here is NEED. Mums NEED our support. So too do our dads. https://www.abc.net.au//motherhood-stress-anxiety/11628114 See more
01.01.2022 This just cant be ignored, seriously its 2020.
