Full Circle: Finding Your Way Home

Gillian McMichael
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Hosted by Soul Healer, ICF Master Coach, and best-selling Author Gillian McMichael, “Full Circle: Finding Your Way Home” is a sacred space for reflection, healing, and transformation. Each episode invites you to pause, breathe, and journey inward - exploring themes such as trust, forgiveness, confidence, self-love, and alignment with your true self. Through soulful guidance and heartfelt storytelling, Gillian shares wisdom and practices that help you release what no longer serves you, reconnect with your inner strength, and remember who you truly are. This is your invitation to awaken, realign, and flourish as you find your way home - back to your soul, back to your essence, back to you.

  1. Breaking the Cycle: Procrastination, Burnout & the Path to Self-Renewal

    AUG 18

    Breaking the Cycle: Procrastination, Burnout & the Path to Self-Renewal

    Welcome back to the season finale of the Full Circle Podcast with your host, Gillian McMichael.  Over the past nine episodes, we’ve explored powerful themes like self-awareness, imposter syndrome, setting boundaries, and learning to love ourselves through change. In this final episode, we’re diving into a topic that impacts so many of us - procrastination and burnout. You’ll learn: Why procrastination isn’t laziness - but avoidance driven by fear, perfectionism, or overwhelm.How burnout builds over time and what signs to watch for before it takes hold.Simple yet powerful strategies to overcome procrastination using techniques like the Pomodoro method and progress-over-perfection thinking.How to prevent and recover from burnout by setting boundaries, prioritising self-care, and letting go of the myth that rest is selfish.Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply needing a reset, this episode is here to help you break free and return to the best version of yourself. ✨ Key Takeaways: Procrastination and burnout are often two sides of the same coin.Perfectionism creates paralysis. Choose progress instead.Boundaries aren’t selfish - they’re a form of self-respect.Rest is a requirement, not a luxury. This is your reminder that taking care of yourself is an act of strength - and essential for your long-term wellbeing. Thank you for joining me this season. Keep reflecting, stay curious, and remember: you are always evolving into your truest self. ✨🙏🏼

    10 min
  2. Protecting Your Energy & Honouring Your Needs

    AUG 7

    Protecting Your Energy & Honouring Your Needs

    Welcome back to the Full Circle Podcast. In this episode, we’re exploring one of the most powerful tools for personal growth: setting healthy boundaries. Boundaries are essential for protecting your time, energy, and mental wellbeing - yet so many of us struggle to set them, enforce them, or even understand why they matter. Whether you’ve found yourself saying yes when you really wanted to say no, or you’ve felt drained by relationships that push past your limits, this episode is for you. Join Gillian as she breaks down: ✨ What boundaries really are (and what they’re not)✨ How to identify where your boundaries are needed✨ Why we feel guilt when enforcing boundaries—and how to shift that mindset✨ The difference between internal and external boundaries✨ Practical tools to communicate and uphold your limits with confidence✨ What to do when people push back or ignore your boundaries✨ How saying no can be a powerful act of self-respect This episode offers both compassionate insight and practical strategies to help you honour your needs, show up more fully for yourself, and create space for the life you truly want to live.

    13 min
  3. Loving Yourself Through Times of Change

    JUL 30

    Loving Yourself Through Times of Change

    Change is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to break you. In this heartfelt episode, Gillian explores how to cultivate self-love and compassion during times of transition. Whether you’re facing a career shift, a relationship change, or an inner transformation, change can feel overwhelming, triggering fear, resistance, and self-doubt. But change is also an invitation - a chance to grow into the most authentic version of yourself. Through practical tools and reflective exercises, Gillian shows you how to honour your emotions, strengthen self-trust, and embrace transformation with grace. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🌀Why change feels uncomfortable and why we resist it🌀How to reframe change as an opportunity for growth🌀The role of self-compassion in navigating uncertainty🌀Journaling prompts to support self-acceptance during transition🌀How affirmations can quiet self-doubt and build confidence🌀The importance of grieving what you let go of🌀Tools like visualisation, self-care, and small wins to stay grounded🌀How to trust yourself and your journey, even when the path isn’t clear Reflection Questions: 💭 What part of yourself or your past are you ready to release?💭 How can you speak to yourself with more kindness during this transition?💭 What small daily practices will help you stay grounded as you change? Powerful Takeaway:  “Change isn’t something to fear - it’s an invitation to love yourself more deeply as you grow.”

    10 min
  4. How to Hear (and Trust) Your Inner Voice

    JUL 23

    How to Hear (and Trust) Your Inner Voice

    In a world full of noise, how do you reconnect with your OWN truth? In this deeply reflective episode, Gillian explores the power of your inner voice - that quiet inner wisdom that guides, nudges, and knows what’s best for you. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by external opinions, trapped in overthinking, or unsure of how to make aligned decisions, this episode will help you come home to yourself. Learn how to distinguish your inner voice from fear or ego, how to strengthen your intuition, and how to rebuild the most important relationship in your life - the one with your inner self. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🌀What your inner voice really is, and why it’s so hard to hear it 🌀How societal conditioning and fear disconnect you from your inner wisdom 🌀How to tell the difference between intuition and ego 🌀The role of stillness, mindfulness, and journaling in hearing your inner truth 🌀How to strengthen your self-trust through daily action 🌀The subtle signals your body gives you when something is (or isn’t) right 🌀Why building a relationship with your inner voice takes patience, but changes everything Reflection Questions:  💭 When was the last time you truly listened to yourself? 💭 What is your intuition telling you that you’ve been ignoring? 💭 What small act of self-trust can you take today? Powerful Takeaway: ✨ “Your inner voice doesn’t shout. It whispers. And it always leads you back to your truth.”

    12 min
  5. Motivation vs. Discipline - How to Keep Going When It Gets Hard

    JUL 17

    Motivation vs. Discipline - How to Keep Going When It Gets Hard

    We’ve all been there - excited to start something new, full of motivation, only to watch it fade after a few days or weeks. So what really keeps us moving toward our goals when that initial spark dies out? In this episode of The Full Circle Podcast, Gillian explores the powerful balance between motivation and discipline, and why understanding the difference between the two is essential for long-term transformation. You’ll learn how to stay committed even when life gets messy, energy runs low, or progress feels slow. From building habits that stick to creating a supportive environment and reshaping your self-talk, this episode is a toolkit for staying consistent with your personal growth - even when it gets hard. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why motivation fades and what to replace it withHow to connect your goals to a deeper sense of purposeThe difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation (and why it matters)How to build discipline like a muscle, one small habit at a timePractical tools to stay committed even when you don’t “feel like it”How to use visualisation and accountability to reinforce actionThe truth about grit - and how to build it without burning outWhy discipline isn’t harsh - it’s self-respect in action Reflection Questions: 💭 What’s a small habit you can start today that aligns with your future self? 💭 When motivation disappears, what routines or mindsets can help you keep going? 💭 Is your self-talk helping or hindering your discipline?

    13 min
  6. The Non-Negotiables for Positive Change

    JUL 8

    The Non-Negotiables for Positive Change

    What if the key to real transformation isn’t doing more — but honouring what matters most? In this episode of The Full Circle Podcast, Gillian explores the non-negotiables that form the foundation of lasting personal growth. These are the habits, behaviours, values, and boundaries that keep you anchored, even when life gets chaotic. From identifying what truly supports your wellbeing, to learning how to implement these priorities with consistency, flexibility, and self-respect — this episode is a masterclass in intentional living. If you’re ready to stop drifting and start living in alignment with your values, this is the episode to guide you home to yourself. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: 🌀 What “non-negotiables” are — and why they matter 🌀 How to identify the habits and behaviours that truly support your wellbeing 🌀 The difference between discipline and rigidity (and why discipline is self-love) 🌀 How to integrate your non-negotiables with grace and flexibility 🌀 Why boundaries, self-care, and environment are essential to your growth 🌀 How to stay accountable to yourself — even on difficult days 🌀 Why mindset must become a non-negotiable for transformation Reflection Questions to Consider:  💭 What activities or practices make you feel grounded, clear, and empowered? 💭 Are you consistently honouring your personal values — or abandoning them under pressure? 💭 What boundaries, routines, or mindsets could you make non-negotiable starting today? Powerful Reminder from This Episode: ✨ “Your non-negotiables are a reflection of your values and your commitment to yourself.” Gillian Socials https://www.instagram.com/the.master.coach/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillian-mcmichael/  https://www.facebook.com/GillianMcMichaelMasterCoach https://www.gillianmcmichael.com  Order my book, “Coming Home: A Guide To Being Your True Self” Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Coming-Home-Guide-Being-Your/dp/1784529702  Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Coming-Home-A-Guide-to-Being-Your-True-Self-Paperback-9781784529703/928206895  Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/coming-home-gillian-mcmichael/1141304045  WHSmith: https://www.whsmith.co.uk/products/coming-home-a-guide-to-being-your-true-self/gillian-mcmichael/paperback/9781784529703.html

    12 min
  7. Goal Setting, Structure & Routines That Support Your Best Self

    JUN 25

    Goal Setting, Structure & Routines That Support Your Best Self

    We all know goal setting is important, but are you setting goals that are truly aligned with the life you want to create? In this episode of The Full Circle Podcast, Gillian breaks down the difference between setting goals for the sake of achievement and setting goals that are rooted in purpose, identity, and long-term alignment. You’ll learn how to move beyond vague intentions and create short-term, medium-term, and long-term goals, supported by simple, sustainable routines. You'll also explore the power of identity-based goals and how visualising your future self can help you stay motivated, even when it’s tough. If you're ready to go beyond vision boards and actually build the structure that supports your transformation - this episode is your next step. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🌀Why your goals must align with your values and purpose 🌀How to set short, medium, and long-term goals without overwhelm 🌀The truth about motivation vs. discipline — and how to build consistency 🌀Why routines create freedom (not restriction) 🌀How to stay accountable using personalised structures 🌀What identity-based goals are — and why they’re transformative 🌀The role of rest and recovery in long-term success Powerful Takeaway:  ✨“Focus on becoming the person who naturally achieves your goals, rather than obsessing over the outcomes.” Reflection Questions:  💭 What is the deeper purpose behind your current goals? 💭 What daily routines support the version of yourself you want to become? 💭 How can you honour rest as a vital part of your growth? Gillian Socials https://www.instagram.com/the.master.coach/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillian-mcmichael/  https://www.facebook.com/GillianMcMichaelMasterCoach https://www.gillianmcmichael.com  Order my book, “Coming Home: A Guide To Being Your True Self” Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Coming-Home-Guide-Being-Your/dp/1784529702  Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Coming-Home-A-Guide-to-Being-Your-True-Self-Paperback-9781784529703/928206895  Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/coming-home-gillian-mcmichael/1141304045  WHSmith: https://www.whsmith.co.uk/products/coming-home-a-guide-to-being-your-true-self/gillian-mcmichael/paperback/9781784529703.html

    12 min
  8. Creating a Roadmap to Your Best Self

    JUN 11

    Creating a Roadmap to Your Best Self

    You know who you want to become - but how do you get there? In this inspiring and practical episode, Gillian guides you through building a personal roadmap to your best self. If you’ve been tuning into Season 9, you’ve already explored self-awareness and challenged imposter syndrome. Now, it’s time to turn that inner work into intentional action. From crafting a clear vision to setting SMART goals and establishing meaningful routines, this episode offers the structure you need to create real, lasting transformation. Whether you’re feeling stuck or simply ready to take the next step, this is your blueprint for becoming the most authentic and aligned version of you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🌀Why your best self isn’t about perfection - it’s about alignment 🌀How to clearly define your future self through vision work 🌀The importance of SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound 🌀How to use routines as the vehicle that carries you toward your goals 🌀Why flexibility is key and how to course-correct without giving up 🌀How to reconnect with your why when you feel stuck or unmotivated 🌀A fresh perspective on progress vs. perfection Key Quote: ✨ “Your goals are the destination, but your routines are the vehicle that get you there.” Reflection Questions to Consider: 💭 What does your best self look and feel like? 💭 Are your goals aligned with your values - or based on external expectations? 💭 What small routine could you start today to support your future self? Gillian Socials https://www.instagram.com/the.master.coach/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillian-mcmichael/  https://www.facebook.com/GillianMcMichaelMasterCoach https://www.gillianmcmichael.com  Order my book, “Coming Home: A Guide To Being Your True Self” Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Coming-Home-Guide-Being-Your/dp/1784529702  Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Coming-Home-A-Guide-to-Being-Your-True-Self-Paperback-9781784529703/928206895  Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/coming-home-gillian-mcmichael/1141304045  WHSmith: https://www.whsmith.co.uk/products/coming-home-a-guide-to-being-your-true-self/gillian-mcmichael/paperback/9781784529703.html

    9 min
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Hosted by Soul Healer, ICF Master Coach, and best-selling Author Gillian McMichael, “Full Circle: Finding Your Way Home” is a sacred space for reflection, healing, and transformation. Each episode invites you to pause, breathe, and journey inward - exploring themes such as trust, forgiveness, confidence, self-love, and alignment with your true self. Through soulful guidance and heartfelt storytelling, Gillian shares wisdom and practices that help you release what no longer serves you, reconnect with your inner strength, and remember who you truly are. This is your invitation to awaken, realign, and flourish as you find your way home - back to your soul, back to your essence, back to you.

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  • Creator
    Gillian McMichael
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    92
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Full Circle Global, Full Circle Development Ltd.
  • Show Website
    Full Circle: Finding Your Way Home

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