To Our Core with Katie Murray

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This podcast creates space for us to peel back the layers, drop the mask and stop performing. To Our Core is where we uncover who we really are. With humour, heart and real talk, Katie Murray helps you to ditch self-sabotage and step into your most bold, unapologetic, authentic self.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 50: Is Imposter Syndrome Really the Problem?

    Katie Murray challenges the idea that imposter syndrome is simply a untrue distortion by your brain to be fixed by thinking differently. Instead, she reframes it as a useful signal that can point to a real skill gap, an environment that is not designed for you, perfectionist standards, or the normal discomfort of being new. This episode is a solo conversation focused on why the label can be misleading and what to do instead. Katie walks through four distinct experiences that often get flattened into one term, then offers more practical ways to respond. Key topics In this episode: why the term imposter syndrome was originally an imposter phenomenon and how that shift changed the conversationIn this episode: how pathologizing the feeling can turn a reasonable response to context into a personal flawIn this episode: the difference between a genuine skill gap and self-doubt, including Katie’s own early experience starting the podcastIn this episode: how a room that was not built for you can create a real sense of not belongingIn this episode: why perfectionists often feel behind even when their work is objectively strongIn this episode: why “being new” is not a syndrome, just the natural discomfort of unfamiliar territoryIn this episode: why listing achievements works in some cases but misses the mark in othersIn this episode: why “fake it till you make it” can encourage inauthenticity rather than confidenceIn this episode: why real confidence is acting while doubt is present, not waiting for doubt to disappearIn this episode: three practical shifts Katie recommends - evidence from action, one vivid memory of competence, and speaking openly about the feelingIn this episode: why confidence grows faster in community than in isolation“Real confidence is not the absence of doubt. It is the ability to act when the doubt is present.” Katie invites listeners to join Fully Expressed, her 12-week group coaching program, and take the next step toward becoming more visible, more honest, and more fully themselves - doors close 13 September 2026. More about Fully Expressed Here Connect with Katie: On Instagram Through her Website Or via email at info@katiemurraycoaching.com.au

  2. Aug 30

    Episode 49: Guest Episode - Unmasking: A Late ADHD Diagnosis and the Search for Self-Trust

    Please note that this episode briefly discusses infant death and Katie asks that listeners take care of themselves while listening to this episode. In this deeply honest conversation, Katie is joined by Mel Hobers, a mum of four, health and wellness entrepreneur, and founder of Nourish and Anchor, for a wide-ranging discussion about identity, visibility, burnout, ADHD and the messy middle of personal growth. Mel shares how her understanding of herself shifted after a late ADHD diagnosis in her 40s, and how that diagnosis helped her make sense of patterns that had shaped her life for years - from people pleasing and over-explaining to masking, sensitivity, and a strong attachment to truth.  The episode offers a powerful reminder that even work we love can become unsustainable if we forget ourselves in the process.Another major theme is resilience. Mel speaks candidly about navigating hard seasons, including grief, moving away from family, and learning to trust herself again. What emerges is a story of courage, self-trust, and the freedom that comes from rewriting the meaning we attach to our experiences.  This episode is a reassuring and affirming listen for anyone who has ever felt different, overextended, misunderstood or unsure of who they are becoming. Katie and Mel remind us that there is no perfect path to self-understanding - and that growth often lives in the imperfect, uncomfortable, and deeply human middle. Key themes: Late ADHD diagnosis and self-understandingPeople pleasing, masking, and over-explainingBurnout in purpose-driven workVisibility, success, and self-worthResilience, grief, and rebuildingChoosing alignment over performanceResources: Fully Expressed - Katie's brand new 12 week signature program commences on the 14 September 2026 - for women who are ready to truly know themselves, experience deeper and more honest relationships and take confident action toward the life they actually want The Embodied Mastermind - this is Katie's 6 month Next Level Mastermind - this program offers a rolling intake meaning that you can join the women inside when the time feels right for you and your 6month program starts the day you sign up. This Mastermind is for those who have a great awareness of their patterns, have done some personal development before however actually embodying the learning, living it... well that still feels elusive.  Free Resources: About the Mel:  Mel Hobers is a health and wellness entrepreneur, network marketing professional, and founder of Nourish and Anchor, a faith-led health program and business community for women. She is passionate about helping women understand themselves and their bodies with humour, honesty, and very little perfection. Connect with Mel: Mel's Instagram Connect with Katie: Katie's Instagram Katie's Website Email: info@katiemurraycoaching.com.au

  3. Aug 23

    Episode 48: Resentment is the Sentence You Didn't Speak

    Katie explores resentment as a signal, not a flaw to suppress. This episode breaks down how unspoken needs, quiet self-silencing, and “being easy” can slowly build into distance, exhaustion, and a sudden flash of irritation that feels much bigger than the moment itself. The focus is on why resentment accumulates, how boundaries are really honest communication, and what to do the next time that slow burn shows up.  Katie also shares a practical reset question and a simple way to speak needs earlier, before they harden into resentment. Key topics Resentment is framed as a signal that an important need was never expressed, not as something to meditate away or simply “let go.”The “slow burn” builds through tiny moments of swallowing a no, especially when saying something feels unsafe, complicated, or like too much.Resentment shows up across relationships, work, and friendships, often after many small unspoken transactions rather than one big event.Katie explains how silence can feel safer in the moment, especially when you’ve learned that your needs might be inconvenient or too much.The feeling often creates emotional distance, where you remain technically present but less reachable and more protected.Boundaries are defined as honest sentences about what you need, what works for you, and what you will or won’t do, not punishment or a power move.The real work is building the belief that your needs are legitimate and allowed to be spoken out loud.“A boundary can literally just be an honest sentence about what you need, what works for you, and what you will and won't do.” Katie invites listeners to join Fully Expressed, her 12-week group coaching program, and take the next step toward becoming more visible, more honest, and more fully themselves. More about Fully Expressed Here Connect with Katie: On Instagram Through her Website Or via email at info@katiemurraycoaching.com.au

  4. Aug 18

    Bonus Episode: For Every Woman Who Has Treated Her Personal Growth Like A Checklist

    In this episode, Katie invites listeners into the heart of her 12-week signature group program, Fully Expressed, a journey designed to help women stop self-silencing and start showing up with more truth, confidence, and ease. It is a candid and encouraging invitation for women who are ready to stop shrinking themselves, stop waiting for permission, and start living as the version of themselves that already knows the way forward. The central message is simple but powerful: this work is not about becoming someone different - it’s about becoming more of who you already are. Katie explores the patterns that keep women stuck in people-pleasing, overthinking, perfectionism, and constant self-editing, and explains how those habits can quietly shape relationships, decision-making, and self-trust over time. She walks listeners through two key phases of the program: Phase 1: Relationship with yourself Unpacking the protective patterns that once kept you safe, and learning how to back yourself in small, everyday moments.Phase 2: Relationship with everyone else Bringing that inner shift into real life through clearer communication, honest boundaries, and speaking up without spiralling into apology or second-guessing.This episode is for anyone who has been treating personal growth like a checklist, only to realise that ticking boxes hasn’t changed how they actually live. If you’ve been quieting yourself to keep others comfortable, this conversation is your invitation to pause, reflect, and choose something different. Key themes People-pleasing and self-silencingOverthinking and perfectionismBoundary-setting without guiltSelf-trust and intuitionSpeaking up with clarityTaking up space in relationships and lifeNotable takeaways Becoming “fully expressed” starts with learning to trust yourself.Your protective patterns made sense once - but they don’t have to run your life now.You don’t need permission to want what you want.The relief of living more authentically can feel bigger than expected. Katie invites listeners to join Fully Expressed, her 12-week group coaching program, and take the next step toward becoming more visible, more honest, and more fully themselves. More about Fully Expressed Here Connect with Katie: On Instagram Through her Website Or via email at info@katiemurraycoaching.com.au

  5. Aug 16

    Episode 47: Guest Episode - From Solo Parenting to Reality TV, Love and the Panic Attack that Changed Everything

    Katie Murray speaks with Brooke about the wild, pressure cooker experience of going on the reality TV show 'House Rules', the fallout of being judged on reality TV, and the long arc of learning to trust herself.  Brooke also shares how motherhood, relationships, burnout, and a major career pivot led her from mainstream teaching into founding Ground.Ed by Brooke, where she now uses horticulture and therapeutic gardens to support children and families. In this episode, Brooke talks candidly about the cost of being seen publicly, what it was like to be edited into a “hard ass” persona, and how she learned to separate other people’s opinions from her own identity. The conversation also explores the shift from rigid control to curiosity, from survival mode to self-trust, and from burnout to a more values-aligned life. Key Topics: Katie and Brooke discuss the difference between having an opinion and needing to express it every timeBrooke shares how becoming a mum at 20 changed the way she used her voice and how she parented with more cautionThe conversation explores the tension between rescuing others and allowing people, including children, to own their own choicesBrooke reflects on growing up with a strong voice, but also learning that maturity means filtering and speaking with more careThey discuss friendship, authenticity, and why Brooke has always preferred a small circle of close, honest relationships over a large social groupBrooke opens up about her time on House Rules, including the pressure cooker environment, the travel, the home renovation, and the media backlash afterwardShe shares how social media trolling affected her partner more than her, and why she learned to separate strangers’ opinions from her identityBrooke talks candidly about relationships, safety, and how a later relationship with a woman helped her understand vulnerability and emotional honestyShe explains how years of suppressing stress in a demanding school leadership role eventually led to panic, depression, and a full reset“If you have a chance to put your hand up, put it up. No one’s gonna put it up for you.” Brooke Schiebel Resources: GroundedbybrookeFree Resources through Katie Murray CoachingWays to Work with Katie Connect with Katie: Email: info@katiemurraycoaching.com.auSay hi to Katie on Instagram Connect with Brooke: InstagramWebsite Action items Ask yourself whether you’re speaking from empowerment or from habitNotice where you’re rescuing others instead of letting them own their pathGet curious about why you want what you wantTrust your gut when something feels offLet rest become part of your routine, not just a reward after burnout

  6. Aug 9

    Episode 46: "I Don't Know Who I Am Anymore" - The Story Every Woman Needs To Hear

    In this episode, Katie explores the often overlooked emotional terrain that follows the ending of a role - be it professional, relational, or personal - and how these moments can serve as invitations for deeper self-awareness and growth. She offers practical insights and exercises to help you reconnect with your core values beyond your roles. Key Topics: The subtle emotional shifts when roles end and how they trigger identity questionsThe difference between doing a role and being that role: the danger of fusionHow role loss reveals the quiet self underneath - waiting to be rediscoveredThe limitations of binary identity models: "either-or" thinking and its impactIntroducing behavioural flexibility: balancing multiple roles through the "and" modelPractical exercises to identify your core qualities and values that transcend rolesHow to navigate the discomfort of role shifts and sit with the "gap"The importance of embodied, nuanced self-introductions for deeper relationshipsThe value of community and collective reflection in rediscovering your authentic self Resources & Links: Embodied Mastermind ProgramFree Meditation & Hypnosis tracks to unlock calm, confidence and clarityWays to Work with KatieConnect with Katie: InstagramWebsiteIf you've found this episode meaningful, consider sharing it with someone facing a role transition. Remember, you're always more than your titles - your essence remains, waiting to be rediscovered.

  7. Aug 2

    Episode 45: Client Episode - Burnout to Purpose: Carissa's Story

    In this episode of To Our Core, Katie sits down with client and guest Carissa for a powerful conversation about growth, identity and what it really means to step into self-leadership. Carissa opens up about the season of life that led her to coaching: postpartum burnout, overwhelm, and a deep sense of numbness while balancing motherhood, partnership, work, and the many responsibilities she was carrying. What started as a free connection call became the beginning of a 12-month transformation rooted in honesty, discomfort, and a willingness to challenge old patterns. Together, Katie and Carissa explore: How Carissa first found Katie through word of mouth and social proofThe moment Katie named exactly what she offers and why that matteredThe difference between holding many responsibilities and wearing “many hats”People pleasing, control, martyrdom, and validation as hidden patternsWhy honest feedback can be an act of respectThe contrast between one-to-one coaching and group coachingHow certainty in self changes the way we handle uncertaintyWhat Carissa now believes is possible for her futureThis conversation is full of honest reflection, mindset shifts, and practical leadership lessons for women who are ready to stop surviving and start leading themselves with more clarity, devotion and choice. Key takeaways: You do not need to be everything to everyone.The language you use about yourself shapes your reality.Coaching can uncover the root cause, not just the surface behavior.Self-leadership begins when you choose yourself without apology.Growth often comes through discomfort, not control.If this episode resonated with you, it’s a reminder that your life can shift at any point when you decide to choose differently. Resources & Links Katie Murray CoachingWays to Work with KatieKatie's Free ResourcesKatie's Instagram

  8. Jul 26

    Episode 44: Nobody is Coming to Save You... And Why That's a Good Thing!!

    In this episode, Katie explores the freeing truth that nobody is coming to rescue you, and how embracing personal responsibility can transform your life. This is a powerful message about reclaiming your agency and stepping out of waiting rooms of reliance into active creation of your own story. Key topics: The analogy of life as a waiting room and how waiting for external rescue prolongs sufferingThe difference between self-blame and self-responsibilityHow to identify "once" statements that give away your powerThe cultural conditioning around women waiting gracefully and the Good Girl TaxPractical steps to reclaim authority and act on your own termsThe significance of moving from blame to empowerment in relationships and careerThe paradox that accepting nobody's coming to save you actually grants liberationHow to start noticing your "once" language and shift toward self-led actionTimestamps: Resources & Links: VoiceMails For Isabelle (Netflix) - must watch!!The Embodied Mastermind - the 6mth Coaching Program that will actually moving you from knowing what you need to do... and instead actually taking the action to live the life you want!Want a customised program just for you? Look at ways to Work with Katie and book a FREE connection call with her today.Access your free resources here!Connect with Katie: InstagramDrop her an email at: info@katiemurraycoaching.com.auNote: Reflect on the "once" statements in your life to start reclaiming your power today.

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This podcast creates space for us to peel back the layers, drop the mask and stop performing. To Our Core is where we uncover who we really are. With humour, heart and real talk, Katie Murray helps you to ditch self-sabotage and step into your most bold, unapologetic, authentic self.

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  • Creator
    Katie Murray
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 To Our Core with Katie Murray
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