LMFM Monday Motivation Podcasts

The Recombobulator!

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 13:08:27 GMT

Meet Moira Geary aka the recombobulator personal development coach who says it's her life purpose to help people lead happier healthier more fulfilled lives, she has helped over 10,000 people overcome negative thought patterns and behaviours through her personal one on one sessions, through her wellness programmes and events and through the messages in her book Wake up and Change your life. She imparts some of tools on the show here.

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Striving to be 'perfect' Psychotherapist Katie Mc Kenna

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:16:21 GMT

Do you find that you are constantly putting everyone else first often neglecting your own needs? Do you often compare yourself to others who might have seemingly perfect lives? It seems there is an increase particularly among women specifically mothers who are feeling that anything they do is not good enough and many are experiencing burnout as a result of putting everyone else first and this constant strive for perfection. Katie Mc Kenna accredited psychotherapist has noticed that women are feeling more lost, more disconnected from themselves and are looking outward towards perfectionism to gain validation and approval from others she discussed this and offered great advice.

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Coming out LGBT+ experience Anthony Kinahan

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:00:32 GMT

In 1999 aged 17 Anthony Kinahan from Dromiskin tentatively entered a disco run by outcomers in Drogheda, a chance encounter a kiss on the dance floor would change Anthony's life completely. Hear how he felt about coming out in Ireland at the time, his activism work for the LGBTQ+ community, and how he deals with homophobic abuse.

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Georgie Crawford finding the glow after cancer

Mon, 31 May 2021 12:38:11 GMT

At aged 32 Georgie Crawford a busy mum to 7 month old Pia who was considering returning to her job as a radio presenter in Spin didn't expect to find a lump in her breast, she thought breast cancer was something that happened to older women. After a lot of support, counselling and coming to terms with her breast cancer diagnosis Georgie decided to document her journey on social media She gained huge support for her honesty about her cancer journey, raising awareness of breast cancer in young women and her positive outlook. A year after her treatment she decided to focus on healing and so her podcast the Good Glow podcast was born. Georgie shared how she overcame dark days, the motivation behind setting up Good Glow, and her plans to have a second baby via surrogacy with Sinéad in this week's Monday motivation.

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Life with Multiple Sclerosis Hailey Stevely

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:27:21 GMT

10 years ago aged just 20 Hailey Stevely from Ashbourne was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, after being in denial and trying every so called 'cure' to help Hailey eventually sought help from MS Ireland and her life improved greatly. Hailey shared her experiences of coming to terms with her condition and the mantra from her mum that helped her stay positive.

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Career and mindset coach Carmel Morrissey clarity to confidence!

Mon, 17 May 2021 12:24:59 GMT

Her clients call her the 'Marie Kondo' of your thoughts, career and mindset coach Carmel Morrissey has over 10,000 hours coaching was named in top 20 of coaches in Dublin, Carmel's mission is to help you find clarity and gain confidence when it comes to moving up the corporate ladder, changing career or simply finding the career that brings you joy. Carmel explained when it comes to finding the right career a lot of what she helps clients with is changing their mindset. Carmel had lots of great tips when it comes to discovering what career you want, how to go about it and how to interview well.

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Career coach Pauline Harley on : Overcoming miscarriage, and major health complications

Mon, 10 May 2021 13:34:36 GMT

From suffering multiple miscarriage, being diagnosed with a rare blood disorder and Chrons disease, having to undergo major spinal surgery and re-learning how to walk, Pauline Harley has been through her fair share of challenges but yet she has endured. She shares her incredible story of bravery, resilience and triumph over adversity.

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Tammy D'arcy founder of the Shona Project

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:02:45 GMT

At age 14 life changed drastically for Tammy D'arcy, her older sister developed an acquired brain injury and the sister she knew and loved vanished over night, her parents separated and Tammy was living in fear of a bully at school. This impacted on her hugely her grades suffered, she left home at 16 and became pregnant by 19. She feels had she had someone to guide her, tell her she was experiencing a trauma that things could have been different. She became that guide, she is now inspiring thousands of teenage girls to find their place in the world through the non profit organisation named after her sister the Shona Project.

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Angela Cox: From the corporate world to transformation life coach

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:21:31 GMT

After 25 years working in the corporate sector Angela Cox was not feeling fulfilled in her work, she always had a desire to work as a life coach yet despite being confident, she like many people suffered crippling self doubt. She told Sinéad how a lightbulb moment on the N2 as she travelled into work kickstarted her journey to her life as a coach and how overcoming self doubt is a long journey that is necessary to take if you want to lead a more fulfilled happy life.

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'Life is worth living and I am worth life' Patrick Browne from Dundalk shares his story.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 14:28:12 GMT

Patrick Browne from Dundalk didn't have the easiest of times as a child he suffered from an eating disorder which saw his weight plummet to 3 stone aged just 10, he carried a lot of anger anxiety and resentment into his teenage years which led to him contemplating taking his own life. Patrick had a lot to overcome and shared his personal story of how finding God gave him strength and comfort to lead a much happier healthier life. Patrick is passionate about speaking out about mental health issues and his mantra life is worth living and you are worth life is something we should all take on board. If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in the interview you can call Samaritans on 116123 samaritans.org

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Navan brothers share how they overcame addiction and low self confidence

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 14:56:18 GMT

Hear the inspiring story of how two brothers from Navan overcame their own personal demons which led them on the path to wellness. From battling drug and alcohol addiction and crippling low self esteem both Cormac and Daryl Noonan decided their mission in life was to prevent others from going down the path of destruction they did. They set up the Wolf Academy wellness courses aimed at teenagers to empower and inspire young people.

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The dismal marking in Louth Co Council's application for the PANCR is laid bare

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 11:49:11 GMT

Drogheda based Fine Gael TD Fergus O'Dowd said there are huge and serious failures here

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How to master mental toughness Simon Hartley sports psychologist and performance coach

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 14:23:39 GMT

Simon Hartley is a world class sports psychologist and performance coach working with some of the worlds elite athletes and top sports people he knows what it takes for people to achieve mental toughness so that they can find success in their lives. He shared some invaluable lessons and great advice in this area with Sinéad from coming back from a setback or a failure to following your passion and lots more besides. Simon shared some of his top tips for success with listeners.

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Donna Kennedy stand in your power

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:13:30 GMT

You have 1 week to live! these are the words 15 year old Donna Kennedy heard from Doctors as she continued to battle anorexia starving her body as this was the only way she felt in control, from a battle with an eating disorder, overcoming sexual assault to surviving a horrific experience in a mental facility where she was incorrectly diagnosed as 'schizophrenic' Donna Kennedy has faced many difficulties in her life. Yet she has come out the other side and is now a hugely successful psychologist, life and business coach, best selling author and in demand motivational speaker. Hear how she regained her confidence, overcame great adversity and how you can apply her tools to succeed in living a happy life.

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Life coach Jacqui Taaffe breaking silence on sexual assault

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:56:32 GMT

In 1984 15 year old Jacqui Taaffe went for an operation in a hospital setting to correct a squint in her eye whilst waiting to go to theatre a man who presented himself as a doctor sexually assaulted her, Jacqui remained silent about what happened for over 30 years until finally finding the strength within her to break the silence and begin to heal. She has written a beautiful book documenting her experience and the tools she used to heal. She is hoping her story will heal, inspire and empower others.

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Cancer survivor Alice O Connor Kells

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 15:30:11 GMT

I'm sorry it's bad news you have cancer, these are the words nobody ever wants to hear but in March 2016 after noticing a lump in her breast Alice O Connor from Carnaross in Kells received the earth shattering news that she had stage 2 progressing to stage 3 breast cancer. Three surgeries, chemotherapy and radiotherapy and Alice is cancer free she told Sinéad how she is walking 100 miles in February to support the hospital that cared for her in her time of need.

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Vision impairment hasn't stopped Brendan Ward

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:44:43 GMT

Brothers Brendan Tony and Ciaran Ward from Monaghan set themselves a goal to complete just 300km during January and raise funds for Sosad, difficult enough to do for any of us but Brendan and Tony are both visually impaired. Alongside their brother Ciaran all 3 managed to complete 600km running in January and raised €15,000 for sosad. Brendan shared how he keeps going despite the loss of sight and how routine is vital when it comes to looking after your mental health

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Trisha's transformation

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:12:23 GMT

Aged 30 and weighing 27 stone Trisha Lewis was morbidly obese and had hit rock bottom, but she made a promise to herself to kick start a healthier lifestyle and her transformation is nothing short of amazing. She shared her journey from being taunted and name called to feeling hopeless to becoming a much happier and healthier person. Whether you need motivation to kick start or restart a healthier life or if you just need some positivity in your life than hear from the inspiring Trisha Lewis.

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Bibi Baskin's happy place

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 14:46:54 GMT

She was the first woman in Ireland to present her own chat show, she enjoyed a successful broadcasting career in Ireland and in the UK but left it all behind as she felt there was more the world could offer her. She ended up in India refurbished a landmark building into a successful hotel although happy she felt she belonged home in Ireland and now dedicates her life to making sure the rest of us are living happy fulfilled lives. Bibi Baskin told Sinead how she never saw herself as a trailblazer and how she is never afraid to take a risk and try new things.

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Dr Wendy Oke founder of Teach Kloud a good education is everything when it comes to being successful

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:42:08 GMT

The importance of getting a good education was drummed into Dr Wendy Oke from an early age, seeing first hand how an education saved her grandfather from a life of poverty to become a supreme court judge she embarked on a journey through education which would see her work hard to earn not just a degree, masters and PHD. In fact ensuring everyone has access to a good education was what inspired her to set up the revolutionary app Teach Kloud a fantastic resource for creche and childcare workers that cuts down the hours spent doing paper work ensuring the teachers and creche workers can put the child's educational needs first. She told Sinéad how someone without any background in technology set up a top class tech start up company and how it's growing from strength to strength.

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Need motivation! Hear some advice from guests who featured in 2020

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 14:12:53 GMT

Feeling meh, got the January blues, need some motivation? Here is a compliation of some great advice from inspiring guests who featured on Monday motivation in 2020. Clodagh Dunlop who suffered a brain stem stroke that left her with locked in syndrome explained how she kept going when the world couldn't hear her, Deborah Somorin founder of empower the family shared how education was key for her when she found herself living in care pregnant at 14, Comedian Rory O Connor on not giving up on yourself even when his school teachers had, Natalie Kelly didn't let staring down the barrel of a gun stop her from helping others, Carol Haslam lost a limb to cancer has 2 autistic children she told Sinead how she keeps going despite odds stacked against her, disability advocate Conor Mc Auley shared advice he would give his younger self and Norah Casey revealed what gets her up and going in the morning.

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Losing a limb, battling cancer Carol Haslam's inspiring story

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 15:14:56 GMT

Her battle with cancer cost her, her hand which she had amputated, she has been dealing with the fact that her eldest son with autism is going blind, Carol Haslam has endured her fair share of life changing struggles but she refuses to lie down and give up. She tells Sinéad that although she is facing further health complications she can never give up and she has enjoyed many good times along with the bad in life. Truly inspiring Monday Motivation story.

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Just breathe Selene Brennan life coach

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 17:23:42 GMT

When is the last time you switched off? Really switched off? Not happy with where her coaching business was going, feeling overworked, drained and overwhelmed life coach Selene Brennan decided to completely stop working. Although switching away from work was a scary prospect Selene decided to do nothing for 3 weeks and she is all the better for it. She told Sinéad how being more mindful throughout the day, switching away from the endless commitments of life and simply doing nothing is what we need to do more often.

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'I swim the water in front of me I don't swim fears' open water ice water swimmer Nuala Moore

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 14:40:22 GMT

'What if I'm on the cusp of greatness' open water swimmer, extreme ice swimmer world record holder the incredible Nuala Moore gave us insight into how she approaches some of her incredible swimming feats, how she is always only ever competing against herself and how we should all feel the fear and do it anyway otherwise we might have regrets. Incredible insight into how you can put in all the training you want to physically take on a swim but you need to have a strong state of mind to be the best.

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Be whoever makes you happy, stay true to yourself Baz Black

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:01:37 GMT

'You will never succeed at anything', this is something Baz heard time and again growing up however he refuses to let other people's opinions of him get in the way of his goals and ambitions. He explained how people's first impressions of him are often negative in the extreme as a result of the many tattoos that adorn his body, he has been refused gym membership, has been asked to leave restaurants and has been told he would never amount to much based on how he looks but Baz always stays true to himself. Baz continues to prove all the haters and his critics wrong. Hear how he keeps mentally strong and focused on his goals when outside forces try to break him down.

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People pleasing how putting yourself first leads to success in other areas Karen Devine

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 15:01:59 GMT

Karen Devine is one of life's good people, she has a seemingly endless supply of energy and is always the first to offer help to anyone no matter how big or small the task, however a few years ago she suffered a bout of anxiety and burn out and realised that in order to be the best version of herself she had to stop being so eager to please and stop putting others first. She tells us how putting yourself first can lead to success in other aspects of your life.

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Former 2FM presenter Keith Walsh on the importance of speaking out about mental health

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 13:55:54 GMT

You can be riding the crest of a wave everything going great one day and the next it comes crashing down on you. Keith Walsh can relate. After Breakfast Republic finished Keith was left adrift feeling vulnerable He was unsure of how to deal with the rejection and suffered a mental health breakdown. After therapy and bravely speaking out about his own personal experiences Keith is feeling good. He shared his experiences of battling mental health issues, embracing feeling vulnerable and his positive outlook for the future.

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Take the plunge! Sonia Deasy founder of Pestle and Mortar

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:36:45 GMT

Sonia Deasy didn't know that much about the skincare and cosmetic industry in this country when she was starting up her company Pestle and Mortar, accept that it was hard to break into, but that didn't stop her taking the plunge. Hear how she got her foundation in good business management from running her father's shop, weathering the storm of recession whilst running her husband's photography business and taking the plunge into skincare ignoring those who thought she wouldn't be a success. For anyone wanting to start up a company you need to listen to this podcast

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The key to weight loss took a battle with inner demons Stephen Dever's journey to health and happiness

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:26:14 GMT

'I was a heartattack waiting to happen' explains Stephen Dever, whose weight gain resulted in a 2 week stint in hospital with treatment for pleurisy, he eventually attended a weight watchers class and lost over 100lb but soon piled the weight back on and in his own words was 'eating and drinking himself to death'. He then realised that he needed to get a handle on his inner demons and start looking after his mental health before he could make steps to improve his physical wellbeing. Hear Stephen's inspiring story

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Asking for help is a sign of strength not weakness Denise Fay Marketing mentor

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 13:40:42 GMT

When was the last time you reached out and asked for help? Many of us feel asking for help is a sign of weakness when in fact the opposite is true. Denise Fay founder of Achieve Marketing explained how she was someone who felt that she could take on everything and was reluctant to ask for help. Here she explained how asking for help led to increased productivity, reduced stress and overall better well being.

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Starting a business in a recession Niamh Sherwin Barry Co-Founder of the Irish Fairy Door company

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 13:15:35 GMT

Being an entrepreneur is not easy and the road to success was paved with many challenges for Niamh Sherwin Barry and the co-founders of the Irish fairy door company. Niamh shared the story behind the Irish fairy door company, she discussed setting up a company during a recession, and had some great tips for business owners struggling right now due to covid.

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Founder of Harmonia Publishing house, broadcaster, author Norah Casey.

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:02:25 GMT

From wanting to be a vet training and working as a nurse in Scotland giving up that career to start at the bottom of the ladder in Journalism before working her way to becoming a CEO at age 29, Norah Casey's career path has taken many twists and turns. She shared insight into how she became the successful business woman she is today and spoke candidly about surviving domestic abuse, losing her husband Richard to cancer and much more!

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Rising to the challenges of Covid 19 Collette Farrell director of Droichead Arts Centre.

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:42:15 GMT

A force of nature, someone with an endless supply of energy, someone who can rise to any challenge and deliver the goods all great qualities Colette Farrell director of Droichead Arts Centre has in spades. As the arts sector faces a monumental crisis as a result of covid19, Colette explained that the sight of the empty theatre did not cause her to panic and with careful consideration she along with her team re-imagined their programme of events to connect with audiences online. She shared her plans for the future for the arts centre in the midst of the pandemic.

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Fame is not all it's cracked up to be Jordan O Keefe

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 13:25:43 GMT

In 2013 Jordan O Keefe believed he had finally made it as a singer, he was in the final 6 on Britain's got talent, he was being promised a glittering career in the music business but when he failed to win the competition he was cast aside and his dreams were shattered. He went through a very dark time turning to alcohol to escape his anxiety and depression before turning it all around. Hear his remarkable story of discovering that simple things in life bring you the most happiness. A cautionary tale for anyone looking to make it 'big' in the music industry.

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Going through depression was a gift Shane Cradock performance strategy specialist

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:15:09 GMT

In his mid twenties despite having a promising career in management ahead of him Shane Cradock was not doing well, he was in the midst of a debilitating episode of depression, one that made him consider taking his own life. He told Sinéad how he silenced his inner 'Gollum' embarked on a journey of self discovery and was inspired to help others and started coaching CEO's and leaders at Fortune 10 companies. Shane proves that anyone can get depression and come out of it to lead an incredible life.

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Accepting his disability became the key to his happiness Conor mc Auley

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:38:50 GMT

At just 3 years old Conor Mc Auley from Mornington was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy which is a degenerative disease causing weakness and wasting away of the muscles, for many years Conor(now 18) struggled to accept his condition and had to overcome many challenges throughout his life. Many doctors and medical professionals told him he wouldnt be able to do many of the things we take for granted however he is defying all odds and living as rich a life as possible. He tells Sinéad that it was finally accepting his condition that was the key to unlocking his happiness.

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Finding the courage to finally put pen to paper!

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 13:38:02 GMT

Writing a book is something many people would love to do but only those with true grit have the courage to put pen to paper and release their work to the world. Although she spent many years teaching in Ireland and Zambabwe and a stint working in advertising in London best selling author Roisin Meaney decided to stop thinking about writing a book and in 2001 she went for it. Here she discusses the journey from having a desire to write to actually going for it. The highs and lows of her career, why it's important to be grateful for 3 good things in your day and how time to oneself to walk is the best way to start a morning.

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Claire Twomey surviving covid 19

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 13:48:14 GMT

Imagine being told you have tested positive for covid 19. imagine the anxiety and worry then imagine watching helplessly as your mother gets taken to ICU also struck down with covid 19. It's 3 months to the day that Claire Twomey from Ashbourne tested positive for covid 19 and she still feels long lasting effects of the virus. She wants to help others in the same situation and is setting up Ireland's only covid support group. She shared her story with Sinéad

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Breathe with Niall O Murchú

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:28:12 GMT

Niall O Murchú was a stressed out dad of 4 young children trying to get a digital marketing company up and running he was always run down and getting sick. One day he stumbled across a podcast of Wim Hoff a Dutch man which developed the Wim Hoff breathing technique which drastically changed his life.....

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Surviving and thriving in business despite covid challenges Katie Doyle Capture Travel

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 13:03:52 GMT

At aged 22 Katie Doyle set up her own travel business Capture Travel, despite many people telling her to give up she worked hard sacrificed a lot and finally the business started to flourish until covid 19 struck! However not one to sit around wallowing Katie decided to use lockdown to help other women and set up Mentor her a unique mentoring programme aimed at helping women take that first step in their career or kickstart a new one.

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Follow your passion Mark Langtry

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 21:16:22 GMT

From professional footballer, model, actor, TV presenter to quantum physicist it's fair to say Mark Langtry has had a varied career, he believes in following your passion, life is too short to be spent doing something you hate. He tells Sinéad how he goes after his goals and how quiet time alone helps him when life is challenging.

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Dr Mark Rowe a prescription for happiness!

Mon, 25 May 2020 13:03:12 GMT

Dr Mark Rowe GP, author, public speaker, lifestyle medicine advocate is on a mission to make us feel happier and he adopts a lifestyle medicine approach to treating patients. Today he explained how he works, how he bounced back when his doctor practice was target of arson and how we need to go back to basics in order to lead happier healthier lives.

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Life tips from former olympic athlete Derval O Rourke

Mon, 11 May 2020 12:41:28 GMT

Ever wonder how an olympic athlete prepares for a race? Derval O Rourke is one of Ireland’s greatest ever athletes winning 5 championship medals including being crowned world champion and she holds national records for both the 60 and 100metre hurdles. She spent many gruelling years competing at the highest level, in world and European athletics and shared an insight into that life with Sinead and revealed that she is happiest today as a successful wellness entreprenuer, author and proud mum of 2.

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Niamh Ennis transformation coach.

Mon, 11 May 2020 12:35:24 GMT

Stuck in a rut? Living a life you feel was planned for you not by you? Today Sinéad met Niamh Ennis aka the Transformation coach, she knows all too well how difficult it is to make changes in your life, she made the bold decision to leave a good permanent job, headed off to Spain and took time to assess what she wanted from life. Now she is helping others find their true calling.

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Bonus Time; How Brian Pennie left a life of drug addiction behind him

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:18:29 GMT

Brian Pennie is a successful author, PHD candidate, university lecturer and renowned public speaker it is very hard to believe that in 2013 he lost everything due to a horrific addiction to heroin and other opiate drugs. He shared his incredible story of survival, transformation and achieving ultimate happiness with Sinéad on today's 11-1

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Woman of steel Natalie Kelly

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:27:21 GMT

Natalie Kelly from Monasterboice is living proof that anything is possible.espite overcoming many hardships in her life including a life threatening condition as a baby which resulted in her having steel rods inserted in her spine, told she might never walk, Natalie has not only defied all odds but is always helping others despite her own daily pain! Hear her incredible story about over coming odds and the joy random acts of kindness brings her.

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You can do anything Yemi Adenunga

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:39:01 GMT

First black female councillor elected, first female migrant elected in Ireland, award winning broadcaster, in demand as a global speaker, founder of sheroes initiative. Yemi Adenunga has led an extraordinary life and despite odds stacked against her has flourished. Here she shares some of the secrets to her success.

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Be Extraordinary Dr. Jennifer Wild shares 7 key things to leading extraordinary life.

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:43:29 GMT

How do some people overcome great adversity and go on to lead extraordinary lives? Dr Jennifer Wild clinical psychologist and expert in helping people through PTSD shares 7 key secrets to leading an extraordinary life without suffering trauma. She has some amazing ways we can replace negative imagery and fearful thoughts around covid 19 as well.

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Make the leap go for your dreams! Comedian Rory O Connor

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:33:37 GMT

Today Rory O Connor from Ashbourne is a successful comedian selling out comedy shows and entertaining hundreds of thousands of people on his social media page Rory's Stories but in 2013 life was very different, in the grips of a gambling addiction, unhappy in his job and struggling with mental health issues Rory hit rock bottom. Hear how he turned it all around followed his heart and went after his dream of bringing joy to others through his comedy.

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A lesson in resilience Deborah Somorin

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 16:11:58 GMT

Homeless at 13, pregnant by 14 there were many obstacles preventing Deborah Somorin from succeeding but she knew her way out of living in chaos was a good education. So soon after giving birth to her son Liam she sat the Junior Cert, she gained access to third level via the DCU access course and not only completed an undergrad in accounting and finance but a masters as well. Today she is an assistant manager at PWC Irelands' largest professional services firm, she also set up and runs non profit organisation Empower the family which is helping single parents and children secure accomodation and childcare so they can continue their education.

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Silencing your 'inner critic' executive life coach Jayann Walsh

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:46:25 GMT

Today she is a successful executive and leadership coach helping people unlock their potential through her coaching business and top health podcast mastering your wellness, but in 2017 life for Jayann Walsh was very different. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis,her life went into a spin and anxiety induced thoughts began to take over On 11-1 Jayann shared her story about how she stopped negative self talk and unlocked her full potential.

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World renowned speaker featured in 'The Secret' Dr John Demartini

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 14:39:29 GMT

One of the world's most influential speakers, expert in human behaviour and personal development, one of the inspirational figures from The Secret book and film Dr John DeMartini joined Sinéad for the ultimate Monday motivation. He shared experiences from his life living on the street when he was younger and how a chance encounter changed his life for the better.

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Everything is Peachy! Sharon Keegan CEO of Peachy Lean

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 15:31:19 GMT

Life wasn't always peachy for Sharon Keegan, in 2015 at her lowest suffering post natal depression after the birth of her son Liam she found out she was being made redundant. Feeling lost she found solace at the gym and the idea for her successful gym wear Peachy Lean was born. Today she is celebrating being featured in British Vogue magazine. Hear how she found the strength to keep going during really tough times and how positive affirmations help keep her in the right mindset.

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From practising law to practising yoga!

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 14:20:45 GMT

Do you dread going into work? Then this is the Monday motivation for you? Sarah Shannon corporate lawyer turned Yoga teacher and wellness practitioner joined Sinead for Monday motivation today. Hear how she left a great job in a top law firm to follow her true calling plus she gives great insight into how mindfulness, meditation and gratitude are part of her daily routine.

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Sharon Matthews incredible 11 stone weight loss!

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 15:28:37 GMT

9 years ago after seeing pictures of herself at her daughter's Christening Sharon Matthews from Slane decided to take action on her weight. She shed an incredible 11 stone. Hear how she did it and how she stays motivated on the tough days!

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Beating Locked In Syndrome Clodagh Dunlop's incredible story

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 14:20:24 GMT

In April 2015 35 year old Clodagh Dunlop had a promising career as a police woman ahead of her this all changed when she suffered a massive brain stem stroke, she woke in hospital to find she was completely paralysed. Hear how she defied all odds beat locked in syndrome and how she is inspiring others with her incredible story of determination and strength.

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In Cahoots with alcohol! How Comedian Tadhg Hickey got his life back after addiction

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 14:11:58 GMT

We have all been there at some point where we might have had 1 too many drinks and feel tender the next day but imagine being at a party in Cork and completely blacking out and then coming to at the beginning of a gig in Galway in a band which you are a member! That’s exactly what happened to Comedian and actor Tadhg Hickey, a self -confessed alcoholic he decided to take control give up the drink and unlock his creativity. Hear how he turned everything around and got control of his life once he gave up the booze!

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Monday Motivation on a Thursday with life coach Jacqui Taaffe

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 15:24:18 GMT

With many of us starting our new year with great intentions to lead better lives life coach Jacqui Taaffe joined Sinéad for Monday motivation on Thursday to set us up for the new year. She discusses the importance of visualising goals, making vision boards and keeping a journal, the power of intent and how to shift your mindset to start good habits. Lots of great practical tips!

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The best of 2019 Monday motivation

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 14:32:33 GMT

Today Sinéad went into the archives to pull out some of the best bits from Monday motivation guests that have featured on 11-1 since the start of the year. A lot of the guests shared some really great advice and wisdom on the show hear some of these nuggets in this best of feature!

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What will be with Bee Flanagan!

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 16:12:35 GMT

Letting go of all the negative things that happened in 2019 and learning how to practice gratitude and shift your negative thought processes were all important things discussed in today's Monday motivation. Accredited life and business coach Bee Flanagan had some great wisdom to share with listeners.

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Rob and Yvonne Cullen lose 13 stone!

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:24:23 GMT

Do you start a diet every Monday only to fall off the wagon by elevenses? Do you want to lose weight but lack motivation? Rob and his wife Yvonne Cullen have shed a whopping 13 stone between them completely overhauling their diet and changing their attitudes towards food. Rob joined Sinead on 11-1 and shared details of what inspired their weight loss journey, how to stay motivated when you are surrounded by temptation and Rob shared top tips for enjoying Christmas without packing on the pounds.

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The incredible Dub in a tub!

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 15:04:43 GMT

Robert Dowling has embarked on a multitude of intense, rigorous and sometimes dangerous adventures. From sailing down the amazon river to hiking Kilimanjaro to circumnavigating the Uyuni Desert in Bolivia this man has achieved incredible feats some of which have seen him fleeing murderous guerrillas, , crocodiles and witch doctors but through all of his adventures he has been accompanied by a peculiar companion a 7 stone bathtub affectionately known as Sheila. He is known as the HOBO on a mission, the adventurer, the dub in the tub, Rob Dowling from Donabate has a powerful Monday motivation message.

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Be Brave Be Bold Be You! Story of the Lottie doll

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:29:34 GMT

After spending years toiling away in accountancy in London Ian Harkin decided that life was too short to be spent doing something you didn’t really love and so he decided to follow his heart and do something he was really passionate about. Always feeling uncomfortable buying dolls that were an unrealistic representation of the female form for his young nieces he decided to fill a gap in the market and create a wholesome doll and so the ever popular Lottie Doll was born.

Like all good businesses the company was born at a kitchen table and first a Kate Middleton Doll was created which was extremely successful and so the demand for this new doll grew. Now operating from a busy headquarters in Donegal, Lottie is going from strength to strength and the Lottie and Finn dolls and accessories are now stocked in more than 500 stores across Ireland and the UK, there’s also a series of books based on the characters and the company has won numerous international awards.

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Gerard Fay aka Running man

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 15:57:53 GMT

Imagine completing 523 marathons! Gerard Fay has dedicated all of his spare time to running marathons to raise funds and awareness for people living with Cystic Fibrosis. So what drives a person to complete 522 marathons, how does he keep going when his legs want to buckle from under him? Gerard explained to Sinéad his motivations for pushing himself and his body to the limit for a great cause.

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Perform like a leader Orlaith Carmody

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 14:36:38 GMT

Resilient hard working, ambitious, strong leader are all qualities to describe this week’s Monday motivation guest. From working as a journalist in print and radio to running a hugely successful communications company with her husband to executive coaching and being a mum of 4 Orlaith Carmody knows what it takes to be successful in both your professional and personal life she joined Sinéad on today's 11-1 to share some of her secrets

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The Unbreakable Mark Pollock

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 14:13:43 GMT

The world went dark for Mark Pollock at the age of 22 when he lost his sight refusing to let this stop him from achieving his goals he set out to become the first blind man to complete a race to the south pole, then in 2010 a fall from a second story window which nearly killed him left him paralysed again he refused to let this stop him from living life to the full. He has dedicated his life to motivating and empowering others to achieve their goals in his work as a motivational speaker and he is also determined to find a cure to paralysis in his life time and continues to break down misconceptions surrounding people living with a disability. The unbreakable Mark Pollock joined Sinéad for Monday motivation.

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Chris Slavin brings project possible to school children!

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 14:11:44 GMT

We caught up with Chris Slavin from Boston who is hand-pedalling around Ireland she arrived in Dundalk this morning and visited Scoil Phadraig Naofa Kilcurry where the children asked her questions about her challenge and she had an inspirational message to share.

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Inspirational motivational speaker Alison Canavan

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:43:40 GMT

Starting out her career as a model at aged just 15 Alison found herself thrown into a world where she was treated like an adult and had access to all kinds of destructive substances and after years of battling depression anxiety and alcohol abuse she has become a hugely successful health and wellness coach she is, a UCLA-trained Mindfulness Facilitator a Master NLP Practitioner and inspiring motivational speaker. She is going to be speaking at this year’s Vitality Expo at the RDS Dublin and one of the things she is speaking about is the really important topic of self care. Hear the full longer interview with Alison Canavan.

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Not 1 or even 2 spinal cord injuries can slow Chris Slavin down

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:25:37 GMT

You will have heard the term to triumph over adversity in other words no matter what life throws at you, you triumph anyway well this is exactly the term that comes to mind when describing the lady you are about to meet, her name is Chris Slavin she is from Boston and is currently hand pedalling her way around Ireland on a 1,777km journey. Chris has a spinal cord injury and uses a wheelchair and she is travelling around via hand cycle to raise awareness about outdoor adventure activities for people with disabilities. She even calls what she is doing Project Possible Chris is doing this with just her faithful companion Earle the assistance dog. What an amazing woman. She gave 11-1 listeners Monday motivation today

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Real life Yes man Emmet O Shaughnassy

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

When is the last time you said yes to a new experience? Be honest did you say yes straight away or did you hesitate allowing anxiety or negative thoughts to creep in? Well Emmet O Shaughnessy doesn't allow anxiety or negative thoughts get in the way of enjoying new things. He is the Yes man, saying yes to new experiences and opportunities and he says it has had a really positive impact on his life. He gives us Monday motivation today.

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'Not all superheroes wear capes'

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Not all superheroes wear capes or fly around or have superhuman strength, today on 11-1 Sinéad met a real hero, a woman who is the first to pull up her sleeves muck in and get things done, whether it's leading a troop of volunteers to clean up the town in preparation for the fleadh or working tirelessly to protect a historic monument or fundraising for charity the list goes on. If something is to be done to improve the lives of the people in her community or to improve the town she lives in Ann Mc Veigh is first in line to do it. Despite many setbacks in her own life she always has the best interests of her family and community at heart. Ann Mc Veigh joined Sinéad for Monday Motivation.

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New career brings new lease of life for Niall Fergus

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Does the thoughts of getting up to face another week in work at a job you hate fill you with dread? Today Sinéad met Niall Fergus who left a career in building surveying behind to do something he really loved. He is now a fully qualified montessori teacher working at Pugwash bay Creche in Drogheda and has never been happier. He also spends his free time coaching 2-7 year olds in mini atheletics. Niall described the day in 2016 when he had an ephiphany and decided to change career and why he is never looked back! He had some great advice for others thinking of taking that leap.

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Rosemary Smith Rally Driver

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Starting out in the male dominated world of motor racing she was labelled a dolly bird but she proved her detractors wrong by winning thousands of races, she is the oldest ever person to race a formula one car aged 79 and despite going through her fair share of hardships she continues to pick herself up and start again. Rosemary Smith had great Monday Motivation for listeners today.

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World's number 1 Neil Diamond Tribute Peter Byrne

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

He was always in trouble at school, he hated homework and he failed both his Junior and Leaving cert but Peter Byrne's true calling was music and he dedicated his life to it. His hard work paid off he is now the number 1 Neil Diamond tribute act selling out renowned venues like Sydney's Convention centre where an audience of over 4,000 people gave him a standing ovation. Peter Byrne joined Sinéad Brassil to discuss his difficult childhood in Drimnagh, his call to music and his successful life now performing his Neil Diamond tribute show with renowned orchestras all over the world. He had powerful words of wisdom about never giving up on your dreams.......

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Laura Cusack Former FAI development officer and coach

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

'There are no female coaches you can't do that' Former FAI UEFA A license coach Laura Cusack from Tullyallen refused to let anyone or anything get in the way of her dreams. She tells Sinéad how at aged just 14 she did a coaching course with the FAI and despite being the only female in the room and the youngest by far she never let anything get in the way of achieving her dream of becoming a coach and working for the FAI. Laura's sheer determination and hard work is inspiring. She brings us Monday Motivation on 11-1

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Alison Cowzer Entrepreneur East Coast Bakehouse

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

She is a force to be reckoned with, she launched her own career, in marketing, straight from school, taking the hard route and studying marketing by night. By her late 20's she had done everything from selling print to home heating oil. Not one to shy away from a risk she re-mortgaged her home to study getting an MBA which led to a senior marketing role with L'oreal, before moving into the food industry. She is co- founder of the East Coast Bakehouse based in Drogheda, which she set up with husband Michael Carey. Located just outside Drogheda is one of the biggest biscuit-making facility's in Ireland and the UK. Alison Cowzer joined Sinéad Brassil for Monday Motivation.

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Jack Synnott motivates Students

Sun, 26 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

As we are just over a week to go till the Leaving and Junior cert exams Sinéad invited Termonfeckin man Jack Synnott to 11-1 for Monday Motivation. In 2017 Jack achieved the highest Leaving cert results in the country getting 8 higher 1 grades he has some really great advice for students in the lead up to the big day.

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Nikki Murphy loses 8 and a half stone in 10 months

Sun, 19 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Losing a whopping 8 and a half stone in just 10 months is no easy task but Nikki Murphy from Blanchardstown has a special reason to overhaul her body. She joined Sinéad on 11-1 for Monday Motivation. Don't miss her incredible story of body transformation, her struggles with infertility and her determination not to give up on herself or her dream of being a mum.

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Super Dad Keith Russell from Navan

Sun, 12 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Keith Russell came to our attention when he decided to run the gruelling Dublin city marathon while pushing his daughter Alanna in her wheelchair. Alanna was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebal palsy and suffered a lot of health difficulties in her short life. She sadly passed away in 2017 but instead of allowing the grief to swallow him up, super dad Keith Russell decided to keep running, raising much needed money for the Meadows Respite service to help families like theirs. He gives 11-1 listeners much needed #MondayMotivation

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Scientist, Engineer, Dr Niamh Shaw

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Ever since she was 8 years old Dr Niamh Shaw has dreamed of going to space. So many of us have big dreams as children but so few of us are brave enough to pursue those dreams no matter what gets in our way or how hard the road may be. Dr Niamh Shaw has made getting to space her life purpose. She revealed why getting to space is so important to her and why educating the public on all things space related is something she loves to do. She gave much needed motivation on 11-1

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Motivational Speaker Nicola Connolly Byrne

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Against All odds she flew, Nicola Connolly Byrne proves time and again that no matter what life throws at her she will fly, she will succeed. Nicola has overcome a lot of personal difficulties to become who she is today, a motivational speaker, life coach, spreader of positivity. Since setting up I am positive mindset she has been making a huge impact in people's lives. Today she shared some insight into how she overcome personal problems to find happiness in her own life and she emparted some valuable advice so listeners....

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Joanne O Riordan No Limbs No Limits

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Triumph over adversity Joanne O Riordan is an expert at it, born with a condition called total Amelia syndrome something she shares with only 6 other people in the world, she has never let the fact that she was born without limbs dictate her life or stop her from achieving her goals. For the past 22 years she has been defying all odds doing things those in the medical profession said she would never do. She came to public attention as a teenager when she challenged Taoiseach at the time Enda Kenny about a decision to cut funding to disabilitiy benefits which saw her become an advocate and human rights campaigner. She has spoken at the U.N, appealing to scientists to develop a robot that would become her arms and legs all while studying for her Leaving Cert which she aced by the way. She was awarded outstanding young person of the world award, she has met with dignitaries around the world. Last year she graduated with flying colours from her degree in criminology at UCC . She has achieved so much and she's only in her twenties and she is an inspiration to many even though she doesn't see herself as one. Who better than to give us much needed Monday Motivation.

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Ciarán Breslin from Navan 'Keeping mentally motivated during an endurance race

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 23:00:00 GMT

19 hours non stop running, cycling and kayaking to cross the finish line of Europe's toughest endurance race. There's a 33% failure rate, there's no medical assistance along the way, sheer determination of mind and top physical fitness got Ciarán over the finish line. He provides us with some great advice for #MondayMotivation

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Selene Brennan Project Happy Life Coach

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On today's Monday Motivation Project Happy Life coach Selene Brennan discussed how she learned to silence the inner negative voice and how positive affirmations help keep her focused on her goals. She gave us much needed Monday Motivation today.

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Shane Breslin The Happiness Project

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Two years ago Navan man Shane Breslin struggled to get himself out of bed as he was in the grips of depression, today he is a successful writer, motivational speaker and podcast producer. He runs a website called 'The Happiness Project' which is changing peoples lives around the world. He shared his morning routine on 11-1 for #MondayMotivation

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Life and Career coach Jacqui Taaffe

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Every Monday on 11-1 Sinéad meets someone successful at 'living their best life' on the quest to leading a more fulfilled life. Sinéad asks people to share details of their morning routines, how do they keep motivated when on the path to achieving personal goals!

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Monday Motivation featuring Dawn Finnegan

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

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