Confidence Conversations

Gayle Tong

Talking with others about all things confidence from the highs to the lows and everything in between.

  1. Confidence & People Pleasing with Chris Mooney

    11. FEB.

    Confidence & People Pleasing with Chris Mooney

    "When we people please, we prioritise others' needs over our own." How often have you said, "I'm a people pleaser", or said yes to something when you really wanted to say no. In the latest episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I chat to Chris Mooney, a UK based therapist about people pleasing and it's link to confidence. We explore the signs of people pleasing and the barriers that stop people from saying no.  We touch on the gender dynamics of people pleasing, the importance of boundaries and chat through some practical steps to combat people pleasing. Chris shares insights from his therapy practice, emphasising the need for self-awareness and the distinction between kindness and people pleasing. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜   Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠   Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ About Chris Chris Mooney is a UK-based therapist and facilitator who helps people find calm, confidence and control when life feels overwhelming. After 25 years in learning and development and coaching, he retrained as a therapeutic counsellor, blending his corporate insight with lived experience to help people understand themselves on a deeper level. Having grown up in Northern Ireland around alcoholism, domestic abuse and homophobia, Chris knows only too well what it’s like to keep the peace and put everyone else first. In fact, it’s a big reason why he now works with people to help them break free from people-pleasing to build self-worth and set boundaries that actually stick. Through his online therapy practice and wellbeing training programmes, Chris helps clients stop trying to be everything for everyone else, and start showing up with confidence as themselves.   Book a free 20 minute enquiry call - https://tidycal.com/therapywithchris/15 https://www.therapywithchris.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/therapy.with.chris https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrmooney/

    47 Min.
  2. The stress & confidence relationship

    14. JAN.

    The stress & confidence relationship

    "Stress is structural, too much load and things start to crack." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I chat with Jemima from the Stress Free Life Academy about the intricate relationship between stress, burnout, and confidence. We explore techniques for managing stress, including Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), and discuss the importance of self-awareness and self-talk in building confidence. Jemima shares personal stories and practical advice on how to navigate stress and enhance your own confidence through simple daily habits.   Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜   Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠   Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ About Jemima   Jemima Blazdell is an Elite Therapist, Mind-Body Coach & Author of 100 Stress Free Days who helps high performers, visionaries and change-makers release stress, regulatetheir nervous systems and stay calm, clear and confident even under intense pressure. Her approach blends deep therapeutic insight with cutting-edge mind-body tools to create rapid, lasting transformation. Whether you’re stuck in overdrive, carrying old emotional weight, or simply ready to feel better and perform at your highest level. Connect with Jemima https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemima-blazdell-2209679/ https://www.instagram.com/jemima_blazdell/ https://www.stressfreelifeacademy.com/

    42 Min.
  3. The Inner Critic with Jacqui Jagger

    11.06.2025

    The Inner Critic with Jacqui Jagger

    "The inner critic is well-intentioned but misguided." I loved having Jacqui Jagger on the podcast - we go back a few years!  In this conversation we explore the complexities of confidence and the inner critic.  We explore the different layers of confidence, the importance of self-belief, and how judgment affects our perception of ourselves. The main part of our conversation we explored the role of the inner critic, strategies for managing it, and the significance of self-compassion in building confidence. We end with Jacqui's with practical tips for engaging with the inner critic and developing a more confident self-talk. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜   Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠   About Jacqui Jacqui Jagger is a straight-talking leadership coach on a mission to help ambitious leaders step up without selling out. She works with leaders who want to grow their impact, confidence and career – without burning out or playing office politics.  Whether it’s landing a promotion, making a strong start in a new role, or rebuilding self-belief after a tough chapter, Jacqui brings practical tools, powerful questions and no-fluff support. She’s the co-host of the Career & Leadership Real Talk podcast and the creator of   The Leadership Vault – a free resource hub for leaders who want to lead with more clarity, confidence and impact.   Links Podcast | Career& Leadership Real TalkLevel With You (linkfor the leadership vault resources)    Social links Jacqui Jagger | LinkedIn Jacqui Jagger(@practicalleadershipcoach) | TikTok

    42 Min.
  4. Unlocking Confidence with NLP - with Vanda Varga

    30.04.2025

    Unlocking Confidence with NLP - with Vanda Varga

    "Unlocking Confidence with the tools and techniques of NLP." In this episode of the Confidence Conversations podcast, I was so happy to chat to Vanda Varga and to explore the concepts of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and how they can help to build confidence. Vanda, a master practitioner of NLP. A Tour Guide to Your Mind explains how NLP serves as a user guide to the brain, helping individuals understand their unique perceptions and experiences. We delve into the true meaning of confidence and the intricate relationship between confidence and NLPincluding tools and techniques that can help with self-talk and reframing negative thoughts and experiences. Love the podcast? Please subscribe 💜   Find out more about Enrichment Coaching and the work I do ⁠⁠https://www.enrichmentcoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠  Follow me on social ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/enrichment_coaching/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayletong/⁠⁠ Find out more about Vanda:   Vanda Varga – A Tour Guide to Your Mind® As a Trainer and Master Practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), Vanda helps you explore, uncover and remap your map of the world (the way you think, feel, behave, communicate and experience the world) so you can navigate in your thoughts and feelings with clarity, confidence and ease. With her background in Neuro-Rehabilitation, Vanda has spent 20+ years exploring the human mind, how it works and how we can change it intentionally, using the power of neuroplasticity - your brain's ability to rewire itself.  She is a firm believer of life-long learning; She believes that everyone, regardless of their age, race, gender or condition, has the ability to change and grow, gain or regain their confidence, self-esteem, self-belief and have a brighter, more positive outlook on life. In her 1:1 work, Vanda uses a combination of NLP, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, coaching and many other tools to help you learn how to take charge of Your own mind,enhance your personal growth, mental fitness and emotional well-being and ultimately your life.  You are welcome to book a complimentary 30 minutes MindMOT with her for Your own Personal Growth ( https://vandavarga.co.uk/book/ ) or check out her Certified NLP Practitioner Courses to become a Tour Guide to the Mind® here:  https://vandavarga.co.uk/certified-nlp-practitioner-training-course/

    45 Min.

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Talking with others about all things confidence from the highs to the lows and everything in between.