Thrive in Life with Amanda Kate

Amanda Kate

Welcome to Thrive In Life—the podcast for women who are done with quick fixes and are ready for real, lasting change.I’m Amanda Kate , a women’s therapist and health coach, here to help you heal, grow, and thrive like the badass you know you are. This space is all about cutting through the crap and getting to the roots, and transforming the shit that's really in your way whether it’s rewriting limiting beliefs, taking charge of your emotions, or ditching that baggage that's been holding you back. We’re talking practical strategies, no-BS mindset shifts, and real lived stories to inspire you to own your journey and create the life you want.

  1. FEB 23

    Getting Out of Your Own Way: Awareness Isn't Enough

    You don’t need more awareness. You already know your patterns. You know your triggers. You know where it comes from. And yet… you’re still repeating the same behaviour. Your nervous system is wired to choose what’s familiar over what’s better. Even when “familiar” looks like self-sabotage, procrastination, people-pleasing, overworking, or shrinking. If you’ve been stuck in a loop of: Overthinking but not actingAnalysing instead of interruptingJournaling instead of making the hard moveUnderstanding your trauma but still living from itThis episode will wake you up. Inside This Episode: Why awareness is step one  not the transformationHow your nervous system prioritises familiarity over successThe difference between pattern analysis and pattern interruptionWhy behaviour is tied to identityThe courage required to stop loopingA practical pattern interrupt you can apply this weekReady To Stop Studying Your Patterns And Actually Break Them? If this episode hit a nerve, Cycle Breakers is your next step. Cycle Breakers is a 30-day pattern interruption bootcamp designed to help you stop analysing and start shifting — in real time. This isn’t more insight. It’s daily coaching, accountability, and nervous system rewiring so you can finally get out of your own way. If you’re done circling the same pattern and ready to interrupt it for good: 👉 Join Cycle Breakers here: https://amandakatelifestyle.com.au/cycle-breakers And I’ll see you in the next episode. 🎙️🔥 About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    27 min
  2. 12/17/2025

    Our Inner Child and Reconnecting To The Heart with Lucy Ellis

    Lucy Ellis joins us for an honest and grounding conversation about the power of introspection, reconnecting to our inner child and bringing ourselves back to the heart. So many of us move through our days on autopilot reacting, pushing through, and ignoring how we actually feel until our nervous system forces us to pay attention. In this episode, we explore why self-reflection isn’t indulgent or “woo,” but a practical and essential part of emotional maturity, nervous system regulation, and conscious living. We discuss how checking in with yourself daily can radically change the way you show up in your relationships, make decisions, communicate, and respond to stress and why ignoring your internal state often leads to repeated patterns, burnout, and emotional overwhelm. In this episode, we cover: How daily check-ins support emotional regulation and nervous system safetyHow we are really just children in adult bodies! And how to honour our little triggered inner childSimple ways to build the habit of checking in without it becoming another “to-do”How to reconnect to the heart Key takeaway:  Self-reflection isn’t about overthinking — it’s about self-responsibility.  When you learn to check in with yourself regularly, you stop abandoning your internal world and start leading from clarity instead of survival mode. 🎧 Listen to the full episode now on your favourite podcast platform. Give Lucy a follow  www.instagram.com/lucyellis_therapy www.lucyellis.com.au Let’s connect: IG: [@amanda_kate_coach] Join my free community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hj6pUEhn2/?mibextid=wwXIfr More resources:  Www.amandakatelifestyle.com.au About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    58 min
  3. 10/21/2025

    Stop Jumping In With Both Feet: Why ‘All or Nothing’ Keeps You Stuck in Survival Mode

    If you’re the kind of person who goes all in - until you burn out  this episode is for you. For years, I lived in that “go hard or go home” energy. I’d get inspired, jump in with both feet, and then wonder why I couldn’t stay consistent or sustain it.  Every time I threw myself fully into something new, I was actually sending my nervous system into panic mode. Big leaps sound sexy. But when your body doesn’t feel safe, it’ll always pull you right back into old patterns — procrastination, avoidance, overthinking, or straight-up burnout. In this episode, I’m unpacking why dipping your toe in and leaning into your edge is actually the fastest way to grow. Not through chaos or pressure  but through safety, sustainability, and nervous system regulation. You’ll hear me break down: 🔥 Why “all or nothing” is just your nervous system trying to protect you 🔥 How to find your edge,  that sweet spot where you stretch without shattering 🔥 Why creating safety in your body is the missing link to showing up consistently 🔥 How to finally stop swinging between burnout and avoidance  and actually hold the new standard you’re stepping into If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t seem to stay consistent, even when you’re deeply motivated this one’s going to hit home. Join Cycle Breakers If this episode hits home, you’re going to love Cycle Breakers — my 30-day rapid pattern-interrupt mastermind for women who are DONE living in the same cycles of self-sabotage, negative self-talk, burnout, and self-abandonment. This is where you’ll learn to: ⚡️ Rewire your unconscious mind ⚡️ Regulate your nervous system into new levels of safety ⚡️ Build emotional capacity to hold your next level ⚡️ And finally break the patterns that keep pulling you back No more “all or nothing.” No more starting over. Just sustainable, embodied change that actually lasts. 👉 Join the Cycle Breakers and only pay $200 today. Click Here to learn more.  Let’s connect: IG: [@amanda_kate_coach] Join my free community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hj6pUEhn2/?mibextid=wwXIfr More resources:  Www.amandakatelifestyle.com.au About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    24 min
  4. 10/07/2025

    What Nomad Life Has Taught Me About Thriving (Not Just Surviving)

    Eight weeks. One caravan. Two kids. A husband. And one hell of a journey. In this episode, I’m sharing the real lessons I’ve learnt from living on the road — lessons about time, urgency, safety, success, and what it truly means to thrive instead of just survive. These past two months cracked me wide open. I thought slowing down would be easy, but I quickly realised my nervous system was still addicted to urgency and chaos. I had to face my own shadows, redefine success, and learn how to feel safe when life was actually good. If you’ve been feeling stuck in the grind, emotionally fried, or like you’re just “getting through” your days instead of actually living them — this one’s going to land. I’m breaking down 8 powerful lessons that’ll help you:  ✨ Stop running on survival energy  ✨ Feel safe in calm and flow And so much more! My Big Realisation: “Most of what we call ‘life’ is actually survival dressed up as success.  We’ve been conditioned to chase more, do more, be more — but the real work is learning how to be.” Join the BRAND NEW – Cycle Breakers If this episode hits home, you’re going to love Cycle Breakers — my 30-day rapid pattern-interrupt bootcamp for women who are DONE staying stuck in s****y cycles of self-dialogue, attachment, behaviour, and self-abandonment. This is for the woman who’s ready to stop surviving and start thriving.  It’s raw, deep, and fast — and I cannot wait to see the transformations inside - this is your Upgrade Era! Join us here Let’s connect: IG: [@amanda_kate_coach] Join my free community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hj6pUEhn2/?mibextid=wwXIfr More resources:  Www.amandakatelifestyle.com.au About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    35 min
  5. 08/06/2025

    Taking the Leap - how to hold Yourself Through Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals

    Ever had that pull to do something wild—like pack up your whole life and travel around Australia while still running a business and raising a family? Yeah, we did that. And in this episode, I’m giving you the honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to leap into the unknown… and hold yourself steady when all the fears, doubts, and ‘what the hell are we doing?’ moments come rolling in. I’ll walk you through the real fears that showed up, the early wobbles that made me question everything, and the biggest lesson I’ve learned so far: we’re built to adapt—but only if we stop trying to control every damn thing. This one’s raw, reflective, and full of punchy takeaways for any woman who’s feeling the call to do something bigger, scarier, or more aligned—but doesn’t know if she can handle the freefall. In this episode, we dive into: What the leap actually looks like behind the highlight reel Why courage isn’t enough without nervous system capacity How to trust yourself when everything feels unfamiliar The exact moment fear kicks in—and how to meet it without spiralling Why raising your personal standards is non-negotiable if you want real change🔥 Ready to raise the bar on your life, your energy, and your standards? Join me for my next live masterclass: Raising the Bar — where I’ll walk you through my no-BS process to stop lowering the bar just to survive, and start stepping into the powerful, expanded life you’re craving. → Save your spot here: https://amandakatelifestyle.com.au/raising-the-bar-masterclass About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    31 min
  6. 03/11/2025

    Cutting free from conditioning and why I chopped my hair off

    Society has sold us many lies.  That femininity = long hair. That beauty looks a certain way. That success looks a certain way. That our worth is somehow tied to how well we fit into these outdated, BS standards. But what happens when you challenge that? In this episode of Thrive in Life, I’m sharing the story behind my decision to chop my hair off and why it became so much more than just a haircut. It was a radical act of reclaiming my own damn identity—beyond what the world tells me I should be. What you’ll hear in this episode: How we unconsciously attach meaning to things like our appearance, money, success, and statusThe real reason stepping outside of societal norms feels so uncomfortableWhy your identity is yours to define—whether that’s how you look, work, love, or liveHow you can start breaking free from conditioned ideas and start showing up as your true selfIf you’ve ever felt trapped by the expectations of what you “should” be, this episode is your permission slip to say F-that and start living for YOU. Tune in, tag me in your biggest takeaways on Instagram @amanda_kate_coach, and let’s keep the convo going. FREEBIE - Want a 6 step guide to rewiring the mind so you can break patterns and habits for good? Download it HERE  Loved this episode? Please rate the podcast, share it or subscribe for more!! Join The Facebook Group - NO BS Health & Happiness and be supported in making massive change mentally, physically and emotionally.  Join Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/799963560024873 NEED HELP TO GET UNSTUCK?? If you've been on your healing, health and happiness journey for a while but feel you are  getting nowhere, I want to talk to you!  In this free “Get Unstuck diagnostic session”, we'll work out exactly what’s been stopping you from getting what you want  and put together an action plan to help you implement straight away!   Book your call here  https://calendly.com/akcatchup/homepage-unstuck About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    26 min
  7. 02/17/2025

    You DON’T have to believe in yourself

    Ever told yourself, "I could never do that"? Yeah, me too. Before I set my sights on completing a ½ Ironman triathlon, I fully believed I wasn’t capable. But here’s the thing—what you believe becomes your reality. You think you can’t? You’ll prove yourself right. You think you can? Well, you might just shock yourself BUT …. You don’t HAVE to believe in yourself before you get after your goals. Sometimes…. The belief comes after you do it! Like for me… I didn’t believe … but i was keen to prove myself wrong! In this episode of Thrive In Life, I’m sharing my personal journey of pushing past self-doubt, challenging my own limitations, and proving to myself that I was stronger than I ever gave myself credit for. What you’ll learn in this episode: The power of setting goals with the intention of proving yourself wrong.How to stop playing small and start stepping into your full potential.This episode isn’t just about triathlons—it’s about YOU and all the ways you’re holding yourself back without even realizing it. You are capable of so much more than you think. The question is, are you willing to prove yourself wrong? Let me know what big goal you’ve been doubting yourself on—tag me on Instagram @amanda_kate_coach  and let’s talk about how you can actually make it happen. FREEBIE - Want a 6 step guide to rewiring the mind so you can break patterns and habits for good? Download it HERE  Loved this episode? Please rate the podcast, share it or subscribe for more!! Join The Facebook Group - NO BS Health & Happiness and be supported in making massive change mentally, physically and emotionally.  Join Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/799963560024873 NEED HELP TO GET UNSTUCK?? If you've been on your healing, health and happiness journey for a while but feel you are  getting nowhere, I want to talk to you!  In this free “Get Unstuck diagnostic session”, we'll work out exactly what’s been stopping you from getting what you want  and put together an action plan to help you implement straight away!   Book your call here  https://calendly.com/akcatchup/homepage-unstuck About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    38 min
  8. 02/03/2025

    To Change or Not To Change?

    If you’ve ever felt like life is just happening to you, this episode is your wake-up call. You get to decide the kind of person you become—so are you going to own that power, or let your circumstances decide for you? Kicking off season 3 with a new name and whole new vibe! So let's set the scene for 2025 shall we. You can consciously choose to change in ways you WANT to OR, unconsciously change in ways that may not be supportive or helpful for where you want to be in life. In this very first episode of Thrive In Life, we’re diving deep into the difference between consciously choosing growth versus unconsciously shifting at the mercy of your environment, your past, your circumstances or others. 🚀 What you’ll learn in this episode: That you have a choice!  🔥 Ready to start living on your terms? Share your biggest takeaway from this episode on Instagram and tag me @amanda_kate_coach Let’s thrive, not just survive! FREEBIE - Want a 6 step guide to rewiring the mind so you can break patterns and habits for good? Download it HERE  Loved this episode? Please rate the podcast, share it or subscribe for more!! Join The Facebook Group - NO BS Health & Happiness and be supported in making massive change mentally, physically and emotionally.  Join Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/799963560024873 NEED HELP TO GET UNSTUCK?? If you've been on your healing, health and happiness journey for a while but feel you are  getting nowhere, I want to talk to you!  In this free “Get Unstuck diagnostic session”, we'll work out exactly what’s been stopping you from getting what you want  and put together an action plan to help you implement straight away!   Book your call here  https://calendly.com/akcatchup/homepage-unstuck About Amanda Kate Amanda is a Master of NLP therapy, hypnotherapist, holistic lifestyle and empowerment coach and works to inspire women to transform their mind and body for a lifetime of health and happiness. Her mission is to help women kick quick fixes to the curb so they can heal their self image and love the skin they’re in. After 12 years in the beauty industry (helping women shine from within), Amanda retrained as a personal trainer and coach, with a new focus on guiding women to find health and happiness in their own skin by through nourishing their bodies with movement, nutrition and self acceptance. Today, Amanda works to coach women to breakthrough the road blocks keeping them from achieving and having what they want. With her signature program, Beyond the Body, Amanda's mission is to help women reconnect. To tune in, put themselves first and nurture themselves to reveal the confident, resilient and empowered woman within. Amanda lives in Perth, Western Australia with her husband Jason and beautiful daughters Madelyn and McKenzie. When she's not working with amazing women like you, you'll find her at the beach or enjoying a cheeky prosecco with friends. Learn more about Amanda and Beyond the Body here.

    17 min

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Welcome to Thrive In Life—the podcast for women who are done with quick fixes and are ready for real, lasting change.I’m Amanda Kate , a women’s therapist and health coach, here to help you heal, grow, and thrive like the badass you know you are. This space is all about cutting through the crap and getting to the roots, and transforming the shit that's really in your way whether it’s rewriting limiting beliefs, taking charge of your emotions, or ditching that baggage that's been holding you back. We’re talking practical strategies, no-BS mindset shifts, and real lived stories to inspire you to own your journey and create the life you want.