Bounce Back Better By Hilary Saxton

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Hey, Hilary here and welcome to the Bounce Back Better podcast. Your past doesn't determine your future, no matter what you've experienced. Just know that it's possible to redesign your life from today by simply drawing a line in the sand and making a choice to live your best life. Hit follow or subscribe and tune in weekly for episodes from me.  Chat soon, Hilary x

  1. MAY 7

    The Man Who Knew Every Road and Had Nowhere to Go

    The first time Hilary saw Tony, she thought he was homeless. He was alone in the park at dusk, cooking on a barbecue, looking like a man with nowhere to be. He lived in the penthouse at the top of the hill, with a car collection, 2,000 bottles of wine, and thousands of rally maps in alphabetical order. For 40 years Tony was a rally car navigator, the person who knew exactly where to go at speed, every single time. Then his wife Liz died before they moved into the home they'd worked their whole lives for, and the man who knew every road in the world had nowhere left to go. This episode is about destination change. The kind that comes from grief, redundancy, retirement, an empty nest, divorce, even success. It's about why having every skill in the world doesn't help if you don't know where you're pointing them. And it's about five honest steps to find your way back when the map you've memorised stops working. What you'll learn Why a destination change is more common than you think How to spot the difference between a motivation problem and a direction problem The five honest moves to find your way forward when you're lost Why routine becomes a handrail when nothing else feels stable The one question nobody thought to ask Tony, and you should ask yourself Timestamped highlights [00:00] The man eating alone in the park who turned out to live in the penthouse [11:00] The five ways most people lose direction without realising it [21:00] The wrong funeral, and what it taught Hilary about navigating Bestquote "He had every skill he needed. Clarity, decision-making, the ability to call a sharp turn at speed. He just never pointed any of that at himself." Reach out here: https://hilarysaxton.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min

  2. APR 29

    Is Focus Fluff Killing Your Progress?

    Are you moving but not actually going anywhere? This week on Bounce Back Better, Hilary Saxton tackles focus fluff: the gap between thinking you're on track and actually making progress toward the thing that matters most to you. Using a story involving a white suitcase, a Brisbane airport escalator, and a very unhelpful husband, Hilary breaks down what distraction really costs you and what's actually sitting underneath it. Spoiler: it's not a time problem. It's not an information problem. It's fear, dressed up as busyness. This episode is a straight-talking reminder that getting unstuck doesn't require a new system or a perfect plan. It requires a decision. What you'll learn: What focus fluff is and why it's keeping you stuck Why information overload is not your actual problem How fear disguises itself as productivity and research Why following someone else's path won't get you to your destination How to make the decision that actually moves things forward Timestamped highlights: [03:57] The airport escalator story that explains everything [07:47] Why distraction is just fear in disguise [00:26] The one question that cuts through focus fluff Connect with Hilary: https://hilarysaxton.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min
  3. Are You Playing the Victim Without Realising It?

    APR 23

    Are You Playing the Victim Without Realising It?

    Most people don't recognise victim mindset in themselves because it doesn't look dramatic. It looks like a property developer with a very good reason why now isn't the time. It looks like an exhausted professional who's been describing the same hard situation for months. It looks like someone who has the receipts, the timeline, and the context, and no plan. In this episode of Bounce Back Better, Hilary Saxton breaks down what victim mindset actually is, why smart and capable people stay in it, and what it costs the people around you, your kids, your team, your culture. Most importantly, she gives you the one question that shifts everything: not "why me?" but "what is still mine to do?" What you'll learn: Why victim mindset looks normal and how to spot it in yourself The hidden payoff that keeps capable people stuck How your mindset pattern flows to the people around you The one question that pulls you out of the story and back into action How to apply this immediately in property, business, or at home Timestamped highlights: 01.14 The Dinner Party Revelation 02:53 Understanding Victim Mindset 06:09 The Impact of Victim Mindset on Relationships 08:54 Shifting from Victim to Growth Mindset 11:48 Taking Ownership and Action 15:11 The Power of Asking the Right Questions www.hilarysaxton.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  4. APR 16

    Hidden Cost of Keeping Your Options Open

    Keeping your options open sounds smart. It feels safe, flexible, and responsible. But in reality, it is often fear dressed up as strategy. In this episode, Hilary Saxton breaks down the hidden cost of sitting in the “maybe” zone and why it is quietly holding you back. Every time you avoid making a decision, you stall your progress, drain your energy, and chip away at your confidence. Most people are not stuck because they lack information. They are stuck because they will not commit. They hesitate, second guess, and keep doors open “just in case” while nothing actually moves forward. Hilary unpacks how this shows up in everyday life, from business and health to relationships and opportunities, and why clarity only comes after you decide, not before. This episode is a straight call to stop sitting on the fence, back yourself, and choose a direction. Because progress does not come from options. It comes from commitment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min

  5. APR 10

    Your Identity is Outdated and It's Costing You

    Why do you start strong, feel motivated, and then slip straight back into old habits? It’s not a discipline problem. It’s not a time problem. It’s your identity. In this episode, Hilary Saxton breaks down the real reason you’re not getting the results you want. You’re operating from an outdated version of yourself, and it’s quietly costing you opportunities, growth, and confidence. Most people try to change outcomes without changing the person producing them. That never works. Because your identity drives your decisions, your actions, and ultimately your results. Hilary unpacks how this shows up in everyday life, why success can feel uncomfortable, and how your brain pulls you back to what feels familiar, even when it’s holding you back. This episode is your wake-up call to stop clinging to who you were and start stepping into who you need to become. Because lasting change doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from becoming more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min

  6. APR 2

    How To Raise Your Standards To Get The Results You Want

    Ever looked at your life and thought, how did I end up tolerating this? In this episode, Hilary calls it out for what it is: you didn’t fall off track overnight — you slowly negotiated your standards down until mediocrity felt normal. From skipping workouts to tolerating poor behaviour, messy habits to missed opportunities, it all comes back to one thing… what you allow. Hilary unpacks how these small compromises stack up into a life that doesn’t reflect who you actually are — or who you said you wanted to be. No fluff, no complicated frameworks — just a straight-up reminder that raising your standards is the fix. If something feels off in your life right now, this is your wake-up call. Because the truth is simple:You don’t need more motivation.You need higher standards. And it starts today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  7. MAR 26

    Don’t Act Your Age: The Habits That Shape Your Future

    Getting older is inevitable, but feeling old is not. In this episode, Hilary Saxton speaks with 82-year-old health coach and author Leigh Elder, who shares how a wake-up call in his seventies changed the way he approached health, fitness, and life. Leigh explains why people wait too long to take responsibility for their wellbeing and how small daily habits can create lasting change. They explore movement, strength, nutrition, and mindset, along with why self-awareness is key to living a longer, healthier life. Leigh shares practical ways to improve energy, maintain independence, and reduce decline as you age. This conversation is a reminder that your future health is shaped by what you do today. If you want more energy and a better quality of life as you get older, this episode will challenge your thinking and inspire action. Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/leighelderwriter/ Buy the book (New Zealand):https://www.theundergroundbookstore.nz/Dont-Act-Your-Age-Living-Younger-Can-Be-Age-Defying-p780288267 Australia: Available on Amazon or contact Leigh directlyEmail: leighelderwriter@gmail.com Leigh’s Substack:  https://leighelder.substack.com/   Leigh’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@dayaleigh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min

  8. MAR 19

    I Came Second… But It Felt Like I Failed

    Hilary Saxton shares a raw and honest reflection on what it really feels like to “almost win.” After placing second in a high-level speaking competition, she found herself caught between pride and disappointment, and realised this is something we all experience. In this episode, Hilary unpacks why doing well can still feel like failure, and how our expectations shape our emotions more than the actual result. She introduces a simple framework to help you recognise the stories you’re telling yourself, the progress you’re overlooking, and the actions you’re avoiding. Whether it’s business, fitness, money, or personal goals, this episode will challenge you to rethink what success actually looks like. You’ll walk away with a powerful shift in perspective and practical questions to get yourself moving again. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still falling short, this one will hit home. www.hilarysaxton.com hilary@hilarysaxton.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 min
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Hey, Hilary here and welcome to the Bounce Back Better podcast. Your past doesn't determine your future, no matter what you've experienced. Just know that it's possible to redesign your life from today by simply drawing a line in the sand and making a choice to live your best life. Hit follow or subscribe and tune in weekly for episodes from me.  Chat soon, Hilary x

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