Something changes your life today. How will it shift your life tomorrow? What does it take to conquer the new path? For Sean Loots, that something was becoming a parent to a child with special needs. In each episode Sean and his guests connect the dots between their “lifequakes” and what it takes to thrive in their new normal. Join Sean Loots and some of South Africa's most interesting people as they reflect on significant shifts that catalyze personal growth and transformation. Follow the a ...
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Motherhood fuelled her Olympic Dream.
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For most, becoming a parent is a seismic shift, a lifequake that transforms everything we thought we knew about ourselves. It's a journey that challenges us to re-evaluate our priorities and make some tough decisions. Like how to balance our own dreams with the responsibilities of raising our children? In 2022, Vicky became a mom for the first time…
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Year-end brings with it feelings of nostalgia and reflection. And while lifequakes are big events that permanently alter the course of a life, we want to recognise the smaller shifts and shakes - tremors, if you will, that sent us on a detour. This episode is a compilation of 12 short stories, from 12 different people, who each experienced a tremor…
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Tanya has struggled to breathe since the day she was born. From viral infections to lung disease, Tanya was diagnosed with bronchiolitis obliterans. The narrowing of Tanya's airways could not be reversed by medication. Considering the diagnosis and years of health challenges, she got on with living her life. By 2017, Tanya had just 14% lung capacit…
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"I was alone with him when he died."
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Zuraida was the last person to see her dad alive. The last person to speak to him. She was also the last person to comfort him. She was 13 years old. This traumatic event affected her deeply, leading to feelings of abandonment and a tendency towards hyper-independence. Zuraida discusses how her grief impacted her career and influenced her parenting…
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One Rescue Breath Changed Three Lives
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Sean shares his personal journey through a lifequake, detailing the challenges and transformations that come with raising a child with profound disabilities. He reflects on a critical incident involving his daughter Zoe, the emotional turmoil of hospital visits, and the lessons learned about resilience, empathy, and the importance of community supp…
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Join me for the new season of Something Shifted, the podcast that asks some of South Africa’s most interesting people to share how significant life shifts, perceived as devastating, can lead to profound personal transformation and empowerment. Something Shifted with Sean Loots leans into the joy and discomfort of unexpected change, and tries to ans…
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Zola Nene on imposter syndrome, Gordon Ramsay, cookbooks and cooking with hippos
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Zola Nene shares her journey of leaving law to pursue a career in the culinary arts, overcoming imposter syndrome, and finding joy in her work. She discusses the impact of her parents on her mindset and the inspirations that shaped her. Zola also reflects on her experiences with Gordon Ramsay and the significance of her cookbooks. Tune in for a hea…
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What is emotional intelligence and why does it matter?
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Do you think your co-workers have high or low emotional intelligence? What can we learn about EQ from someone that grew up in a communal home? Theran Knighton-Fitt grew up in a home filled with love, support and more people than the average preschool class. Theran's formative years clearly impacted how he leads his life and the work he does at Mygr…
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SHORT: Can Writing Help Lower Your Stress Levels? Try This Stress Less Technique with Noa Belling
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Bonus Episode: In this episode of "Something Shifted," Sean talks with Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World." Noa shares her expertise on stress management, particularly the benefits of writing as a tool to alleviate stress. She explains how jotting down thoughts and to-do lists can help clea…
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SHORT: One Incredibly Effective Strategy for Reducing Stress and Anxiety from Psychotherapist Noa Belling
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Bonus Episode: In this episode of "Something Shifted," Sean welcomes Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World." Noa discusses the brain's negativity bias and offers strategies to counteract it, such as focusing on positive aspects of our lives and engaging in acts of kindness. She suggests practi…
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SHORT: How Can You Shift Your Focus and Reduce Stress in Seconds? Noa Belling Shares Another Stress Less Tool
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Bonus Episode: Listen to Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and author of "Stress Less: Managing Anxiety in a Modern World" take you from anxious to calm. Noa shares a quick stress relief exercise focusing on present-moment awareness by engaging the senses and adjusting posture. She explains how this practice can enhance mental clarity and resourcefuln…
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SHORT: Can Changing Your Posture Help To Overcome Anxiety? Try This Effective Technique With Noa Belling
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Bonus Episode: Noa Belling, a psychotherapist and corporate consultant, discusses the link between posture and mental state, offering a tool from her book Stress Less that uses posture change to alleviate stress and anxiety. She suggests that adjusting one's posture can improve emotional well-being and clarity of thought, even if it doesn't elimina…
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The Most Effective Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety with Noa Belling
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Are you aware of how stress physically shapes your life? Sean Loots sits down with award-winning, bestselling author, psychotherapist and corporate consultant, Noa Belling to discuss her latest book, Stress Less: Managing anxiety in a modern world. In this episode, Noa shares the physiological impacts of stress and the transformative power of body …
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How to Embrace Change, Becoming "Good Enough" and Erin Drayton's Inspiring Story of Self-Discovery
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Are you ready to discover how challenges can fuel personal growth? In this inspiring episode of "Something Shifted," Sean dives into a heartfelt conversation with Erin Drayton, a mother of two with a story that will move you. Together, they delve into Erin's academic pursuits, the nuances of raising a child with down syndrome, and the transformativ…
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The Power of Paper and The Most Inspiring Journey of Creativity and Change. Meet Ross Symons.
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Ever wondered how folding paper could change your life? In this episode of "Something Shifted," Sean Loots sits down with Ross Symons, who swapped web development for the ancient art of origami and the captivating world of stop motion animation. Discover how a simple 365-day origami challenge catapulted Ross into the spotlight, earning him projects…
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In this episode, South African born, champion dancer and Strictly Come Dancing professional, Johannes Radebe opens up about the adversity's he has faced throughout his life. From growing up in Zamdela, a township in South Africa to becoming the first male dancer to perform in heels in UK Strictly Come Dancing history! Jojo's incredible rise to star…
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This is an excerpt of a previously published full length episode. I have lucked out on my fair share of sleep in my lifetime. I've also had my sleep cycles interrupted far too many times. Having a young child with epilepsy means I never really switch off, simply because a seizure can happen without warning. Dr. Els van der Helm is a sleep neuroscie…
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Unbelievable! How One Woman's Resilience Turned Struggles into Triumphs
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In this episode, Sean Loots is in conversation with Nikki Kemp, an adaptive athlete, teacher, and motivator. They cover various topics related to disability awareness, overcoming challenges, embracing personal growth, and setting goals. Nikki's experiences with cerebral palsy, her journey into adaptive athletics, and her insights into handling disa…
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"Your nervous system operates at lightning speed." Shaun Brooking
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This is an excerpt of a previously published episode. The full episode is titled "Working on my nerves with Shaun Brooking." _____________________________________ Website: https://shaunbrookingcoaching.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaun_brooking/ If, like me, you have aches and pains that come and go, you may have tried a few differe…
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"Give yourself permission to do things that bring you joy." Ronen Aires
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If you’re anything like me - and I think you are - you may have healthy debates with friends about how the schooling system has developed our way of thinking. Programed us to believe that a holiday is when you slow down. Groomed us even, into believing that we don’t deserve a physical or mental break unless our calendar is clear, our email inbox is…
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"Relationships are an art, a science and a practice." Shelley Lewin
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Sean Loots speaks with author and relationship coach, Shelley Lewin. Shelley is a certified SACAP counselor, international coach federation member, and accredited professional certified coach. She found her career after her fiancé left her. When Shelley realized that almost all of her relationships were unfulfilling, she came to conclusion that she…
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Brandon Beack Broke His Neck, But Not His Spirit.
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While training for a gymnastics competition, 16-year-old Brandon Beack had a life-changing accident. A poorly timed dismount saw him miss the safety mat and land on the only square metre of uncovered concrete. Brandon broke his neck and was instantly paralysed from his shoulders down. Through sheer determination and hard work, he has regained far m…
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Dream Another Dream: Ayanda Dlamini's Story
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Ayanda Dlamini is a fellow parent, a dear friend and a former radio colleague. With a devoted husband and 3 children in tow wherever she goes, there is a level of measured of chaos that Aya is accustomed to. The thing that has always struck me about Ayanda is something scientific literature refers to as hedonia. This terms refers to the "presence o…
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From Chaos to Clarity. The Untold Truth of ADHD in Adulthood.
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In this episode, Sean speaks with Terence Mentor, who shares his personal journey and experiences with ADHD. Terence opens up about the challenges he faced before understanding his condition and how speaking openly about it has helped him feel less alone. They discuss the internal chaos and struggles of living with ADHD, as well as the moments of h…
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We Need To Talk. This Is How Therapy Saved Her Life.
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Some Assembly Required is about matters of the heart and the head, and this episode is extra special for me. One, because Danny Painter has agreed to share openly about her journey to therapy and I think her story may just help break some stigmas. And two because I get to express my gratitude to Danny for helping me get out of my own way. If it wer…
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Motherhood: Expectations vs Reality
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New format. Same great storytelling. Early in our marriage we spoke about having more than one child. And from time to time we revisit that conversation - each time with a refreshed perspective. I've never asked Ruenda what it is like being a mom or if she has always wanted to mother a child. So that is what I did in this episode. Long time listene…
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Tragedy to triumph. The epic comeback of Rachel Goh
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Rachel Goh is a clinical psychologist and former Australian swimmer. In this episode we look back at Rachel's dream to swim at the 2012 London Summer Olympic Games and the effort it would take to make the Australian National team. Rachel talks us through how it felt to not achieve her childhood dream and the difficulty of accepting that something y…
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How to use visualization and build capacity with Jonno Proudfoot
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Jonno Proudfoot openly shares his difficult childhood, marked by his parents' divorce and a lack of support. He coped by turning to alcohol and drugs, starting at a very young age, but eventually found his drive to succeed through the need to feel significant. As the co-author of the book Real Meal Revolution, Jonno experienced both incredible succ…
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Finding purpose, meditation, unlearning and future-readiness with John Sanei
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Using a dynamic mix of human psychology, quantum science, business strategy and futurism, John Sanei creates talks, writes books, delivers masterclasses and sits on boards to help guide future-forward leaders who are ready to lean into uncertainty, overcome doubt, and rise with courage, clarity and power. But it has taken some serious deep work to …
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Sleep better tonight and the downside of alarms with Dr. Els van der Helm
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Did you know there is a waste management system for your brain? Essentially it is responsible for carrying fresh fluids into and waste fluids out of your brain. This happens mostly during sleep. So, what then if you don't get enough sleep? While I do not have the answer to that question, I can tell you how I feel when I don't get good quality sleep…
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How to develop the mindset of a high performer with sports psychologist Dr Kirsten Van Heerden
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We're often told that dealing with daily situations is simply a case of mind over matter, but very seldom are we taught skills to implement this. Dr Kirsten Van Heerden is one of only a handful of people in South Africa to have both represented her country as an athlete and hold a PhD in the area of sport psychology. She has guided many Olympians, …
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BONUS: how to restore balance and re-invigorate your nervous system
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This is a bonus episode that involves a body based practice led by Shaun Brooking, designed to re-invigorate the nervous system and restore balance. If you haven’t listened to the previous episode "Working on your nerves" yet, Shaun and I discuss a range of subjects including some of his athletic journey and we scratch the surface of neuroscience, …
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Working on my nerves with Shaun Brooking
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If, like me, you have aches and pains that come and go, you may have tried a few different methods of alleviating your ailments. I’ve tried physiotherapy, chiropractors, body stress release, TRE and even Rolfing. Rolfing is when a practitioner massages the muscles and fascia not only where you're feeling pain, but all over your body with the goal o…
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Looking for a podcast that delves into the struggles and joys of being human? Look no further than Something Shifted, hosted by Sean Loots, a dedicated dad who has worked through burnout and is passionate about sharing his experiences with others. Despite not having formal qualifications, Sean has lived through trauma and has skin in the game when …
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Everything changed because you made a choice. Did you know the average adult makes about 35,000 remotely conscious decisions every single day? From what to eat to major life choices, each decision shapes us a little bit more. But what happens when those choices don't go as planned? When life throws an unexpected curveball, how do we adapt and grow?…
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