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A s w e s t e e r o u r w a y a h e a d t h r o u g h t h e j o u r n e y o f m e n o p a u s e , i t ' s e s s e n t i a l t o p r i o r i t i z e o u r h e a l t h a n d w e l l - b e i n g M y n a m e i s C a t h y , a n d F e m m e F i t a l e ’ s m i s s i o n i s t o h e l p a n d s u p p o r t w o m e n n a v i g a t e t h e a g i n g p r o c e s s I t d o e s n o t h a v e t o b e a l l d o o m a n d g l o o m .

A r e y o u f e e l i n g w e a k e r a s y o u a g e ? H a v e y o u e x p e r i e n c e d " s u d d e n " w e i g h t g a i n ? I s t h e s u p p l e m e n t y o u ' r e t a k i n g n o t g i v i n g y o u t h e e n e r g y y o u n e e d ? O r s o m e t h i n g e l s e b u g g i n g y o u ?

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M y p a s s i o n i s e x e r c i s e , w h i c h i s t h e s e c r e t s a u c e t o m a i n t a i n i n g v i t a l i t y a n d c o m b a t i n g t h e c h a l l e n g e s t h a t c o m e w i t h a g i n g H o w e v e r , n o t a l l e x e r c i s e s a r e c r e a t e d e q u a l E x p l o r e a c t i v i t i e s t h a t y o u e n j o y a n d t h a t a l i g n w i t h y o u r f i t n e s s g o a l s F r o m y o g a t o s t r e n g t h t r a i n i n g , d a n c i n g t o s w i m m i n g , f i n d w h a t m a k e s y o u r h e a r t s i n g a n d y o u r b o d y m o v e D o n ' t f o r g e t t o w a r m u p , s t r e t c h , a n d m o s t i m p o r t a n t l y , l a u g h a l o n g t h e w a y �

B o o k a F R E E 1 5 - m i n u t e c o n s u l t a t i o n ! I h a v e b e e n o n t h e h o r m o n e r o l l e r c o a s t e r , a n d I a m t h a n k f u l l y o u t t h e o t h e r e n d .

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A s a n u t r i t i o n i s t , I s t r o n g l y b e l i e v e i n t h e p o w e r o f f o o d i s m e d i c i n e O u r i m m u n e s y s t e m i s a c o m p l e x n e t w o r k o f c e l l s ,

by Fiona Kane

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M a i n t a i n g o o d h y d r a t i o n , i t i s e s s e n t i a l f o r m a i n t a i n i n g a h e a l t h y i m m u n e s y s t e m W h e n y o u a r e d e h y d r a t e d , y o u r b o d y p r o d u c e s l e s s s a l i v a a n d m u c u s , w h i c h c a n d r y o u t t h e m u c o u s m e m b r a n e s t h a t l i n e t h e n o s e a n d t h r o a t m a k i n g i t e a s i e r f o r b a c t e r i a a n d v i r u s e s t o e n t e r t h e b o d y a n d c a u s e i n f e c t i o n s . A d d i t i o n a l l y , w a t e r h e l p s t o f l u s h o u t w a s t e p r o d u c t s a n d t o x i n s

E a t f e r m e n t e d f o o d s : 7 0 o f t h e i m m u n e s y s t e m i s l o c a t e d i n t h e g u t , s o e a t f o o d s t h a t f e e d a h e a l t h y m i c r o b i o m e T h i s i n c l u d e s f e r m e n t e d f o o d s s u c h a s k i m c h i , s a u e r k r a u t , k o m b u c h a , f u l l f a t y o g h u r t , k e f i r , t e m p e h o r m i s o ) S l e e p i s f o u n d a t i o n a l f o r g o o d h e a l t h a n d p l a y s a n i m p o r t a n t r o l e i n m a i n t a i n i n g a h e a l t h y i m m u n e s y s t e m W h i l e y o u s l e e p , y o u r b o d y r e l e a s e s c y t o k i n e s , w h i c h a r e p r o t e i n s t h a t h e l p f i g h t o f f i n f e c t i o n s a n d i n f l a m m a t i o n T h e y h e l p t h e i m m u n e s y s t e m t o r e s p o n d e f f i c i e n t l y a n d e f f e c t i v e l y t o a n y p a t h o g e n s o r f o r e i g n s u b s t a n c e s t h a t e n t e r t h e b o d y

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by Larissa Wright

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F r o m C h a o s t o C o n n e c t i o n i s a p r a c t i c a l , c o m p a s s i o n a t e , t h o u g h t p r o v o k i n g c a l l t o a c t i o n f o r p a r e n t s I n h e r g r o u n d b r e a k i n g b o o k , S t e p h a n i e d e s c r i b e s c a n d i d s t o r i e s o f h e r f a m i l y a n d t h e c l i e n t s s h e w o r k s w i t h

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D i d n t w e a s k f o r t h i s ? A s o c i e t y a t e a s e ? ;

W h e r e h u m a n k i n d w a s c a t e r e d f o r , e v e r y w h i m a p p e a s e d

N o o n e w o u l d f a l l b e h i n d , e v e r y o n e s u p p o r t e d ;

A t l e a s t t h i s w a s t h e d r e a m t h a t o u r f o r e f a t h e r s p u r p o r t e d

T h e r e a l i t y o f t h i s d r e a m i s n o t e a s i l y a c h i e v e d ;

T e c h n o l o g i c a l r e v o l u t i o n ! O h , h o w w e w e r e d e c e i v e d

Y o u w i l l n e v e r g o w i t h o u t , Y o u w i l l a l w a y s b e c o n n e c t e d ;

B u t o u r s o c i e t y h a s l a n g u i s h e d , a t h i n g b e c o m e d e j e c t e d .

O u r f a t h e r s f o u g h t i n w a r s , t h e y t r u l y l i v e d a n d l o s t ;

O u r m o t h e r s g r i e v e d t h e i r i n d e p e n d e n c e , t h e i r s a n i t y t h e c o s t .

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T h e e r a o f i n f o r m a t i o n w i l l b e o u r d e m i s e ;

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H a v e w e f o r g o t t e n h o w t o l o v e ? W h e r e i s t h e k i n d n e s s ? ;

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W e t r a d e d i n o u r v a l u e s f o r t h e i d e a o f b e i n g s e e n ,

O u r s o c i a l s a r e f i l l e d w i t h i m a g e s t h a t w e h a v e n e v e r b e e n

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A c k n o w l e d g i n g o u r i g n o r a n c e ? H o w w e t a k e o f f e n c e S o c i e t a l a d v a n c e m e n t , e v e r y t h i n g s o n a p l a t e ;

Y e t w e d i n e i n g r e a t d i s p l e a s u r e ; d e s t r u c t i o n i s o u r f a t e .

E v o l u t i o n n e v e r s t o p s ; t h e w o r l d c o n t i n u e s t o s p i n ; H u m a n i t y w i l l d a r k e n , o u r l i g h t s b e c o m i n g d i m .

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Her first business: Turn Key Receptionist a virtual receptionist service which employs 15 staff and services several hundred clients with both inbound call answering and outbound appointment setting

My Local Hypnosis a Hypnotherapy clinic in Bella Vista specialising in Anxiety, Depression, PTSD and physical health Naomi is constantly seeking to learn, grow, and inspire others

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Angela Gauci

A e HR

Problems with staff in your business can not just take up your time but impede your growth I provide HR support to help businesses manage their staff and overcome these challenges allowing them to grow faster with a high performing team

From recruitment to retention, I can guide you with simple advice, tools and resources I ve used for decades so you can achieve a cohesive workplace you dream of and take your business to the next level

Schedule your free call to see how Aster HR can make managing your people more manageable

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Rebecca Dinoia

We e n S dne B ine Ad i o

Rebecca was involved in her husband s construction business in the area of business administration for 10 years Later, she has worked as a Sustainability Advisor, under both Federal State government funded programs, to help residential small businesses with energy reduction In 2013, Rebecca established and operated her own e commence business and offered products online on Amazon Australia and Singapore

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Angela Maguire

The Gap Con l anc

We provide senior, professional communications and events management support for a variety of technical organisations and NFPs thoughout Australia

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Ag e Za a

B e M a C fe e ce

I m a P ofe ional Confe ence O gani e PCO and I e been managing e en and confe ence in S dne and Regional NSW fo o e o decade

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I help indi id al and eam o be a hei be in hei cho en place of o k Af e ea of e pe ience in bo h mall b ine and in he la ge co po a e o ld aining in change em people and p oce e I can help o o eam o b ine na iga e he ne be ep o g o imp o e o fine ne Sol ion can be o ced f om i hin fo pe onal in igh o f om an e e nal p ac ical an age poin o e ol e block and c ea e an en i onmen ha i p od c i e engaging and foc ed

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Financial Services

Rebecca Mi chell

M e ed Fi a ce

We make finding and securing your ideal loan easy

We specialise in mortgage broking and also offer all important financial structure advice

Our friendly, professional approach is combined with years of industry experience and expertise which will ensure that you achieve your finance goal.

We are a little bit outside the box in the fact that one of our niches is helping people who are going through divorce

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Angela D e

Richm d Re ide ial

Richmond Residential is a strategic financial management consultancy, delivering a broad range of highly effective wealth creation solutions for the commercial and non commercial financial sectors

It incorporates the following key financial strategies and services:

• Financial Strategy

• Home Loans

• New Purchase

• Commercial Loans

• Debt Consolidation

• Leasing Finance

• Broker Services

• SMSF Lending

• Senior Equity Loans

• Investment Property Sourcing

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Ka ia Chehade

S d k B kkee i g

I provide all around bookkeeping and payroll services, BAS, superannuation reporting, and compliance advice I encourage small business owners to do their own bookkeeping as I believe if they did they will understand their finances which will help them grow

I also provide basic bookkeeping payroll training, which is an excellent investment for small businesses undertaking their own financial process It will save them money in the long run, ensure compliance and give them peace of mind

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Nicole Fo

Nic le F L a Ma ke

From first home buyers to refinancers, investors to dream builders, I help people achieve their home ownership dreams through a holistic, guided educational approach I do this by helping them navigate the finance journey, simplifying the process, helping them understand the jargon and requirements so that they can be confident in their financial abilities

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Pari a Abdeamin

Hel Y Fi a ce

Hello I m Parisa, I am a Professional Finance Broker arranging Residential loan, Refinances, Asset Equipment finance

Reaching your goals doesn t happen by chance, and most of us need help to plan So whatever your goal and wherever you re at, we ll help you explore, plan, track and realise your goals for a better tomorrow

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Meli a D ncombe

The Fi a ce Ci cle

Your loan matchmaker! We are committed to helping you navigate your personal and home lending for life Let us do the hard work and compare our panel of 25 lenders, because who has time to visit a branch or wait on hold for what seems like an eternity Each lender has their ideal client and we can help you find the most eligible lender to suit your requirements Our experienced team will review your financial situation and goals to ensure your best interests are at heart Talk to us today to find your lending solution

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Brigi a Hembro Ger e

La a ce P i a e Weal h W me i Weal h

I am a Certified Financial Planner CFP with a passion to help women engage with their superannuation and investments and achieve financial confidence, security and independence From wealth accumulation and retirement strategies to intergenerational wealth, I pride myself on my unique personalised approach to financial advice

My goal is to help clients feel confident planning for their future with the assistance of a trusted adviser My areas of specialty include superannuation advice including SMSFs , retirement planning, investment advice, helping clients rebuild financial confidence and independence following the loss of a loved one or a separation, and tax advice planning

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Be erl G nn

Wa a ah eC e a ci g

I am a local Blue Mountains licensed conveyancer

For all residential: purchasing, selling, refinancing transferring, call Bev Gunn on 02 4784 3176 I will be happy to look after you

Email: bgunn warataheconveyancing com au Website: www warataheconveyancing com au

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Kirin Kha ra

Kila a a d A cia e

Kilara and Associates have experienced conveyancers to help with all stages of NSW property transactions whether you are buying or selling a home, unit, vacant block, strata title, commercial real estate or rural property

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Ga a hri Singh

Ne Wa e Legal

A lawyer by profession, I founded New Wave Legal a couple of years ago for the much needed flexibility while raising little people

I enjoy making legal solutions more affordable for everyone, with my work done on a fixed fee capped basis I am all for lawyering up mumpreneurs, working along with other mum business owners to provide legal solutions

Please reach out for a no obligation consultation in relation to your: business planning, contract drafting or review, disputes arising from contractual relationships, debt recovery chasing up unpaid invoices etc , conveyancing buying selling your property , and wills and estate planning

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Design, Marketing, Branding Creative Services

Eli e Ma nder

Eli e L la De ig

Graphic design made easy Elise Lola Design specialises in Print and Digital design for all your advertising and marketing needs

Let s talk about your next project, call now on 0405 723 743 and receive 45 off your first invoice!

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Ngaire Gardiner

Ngai e Cla e C ea i e

I help creative businesses engage and connect with their audience content Contact me for help with your blog, email newsletter or online course content

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Rah Gardiner

Digi al ma ke i g magic f me a d c ea i e i mall b i e

I work with women and creatives in small business, and I make scary digital marketing strategies a piece of cake I can help you with *takes deep breath* social media, community management, WordPress management, Shopify management, email marketing, marketing automation, email deliverability, podcasts, Google Business Profile, Google Workplace, online course delivery and understanding why Hamilton is one of the greatest musicals ever created

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Kree e Tokman

Digi al b K ee e

Strategic Web Design for Increased Traffic and Lead Conversion

Are you looking to make the most of your online presence and marketing efforts?

I am a website designer specialising in boosting visibility and profitability for small to medium sized established businesses

With expertise in copywriting, social media management, marketing strategy, and design, I create engaging and high performing business websites

By understanding your customers needs and motivations and your business goals, I develop strategic websites that serve as the foundation for all your marketing efforts

My personalised service, creative solutions, and proven results will help you achieve your business goals

Ready to update your website and unlock its full potential?

Book a call here: https: digitalbykreete com au book a call

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Sarah McKellar

T G g Digi al Ma ke i g Wha Ne i Fi e

I offer digital marketing services, specialising in local SEO and lead generation

I have 2 businesses, being Top Gong Digital Marketing local lead generation and website SEO , and What s New in Fitness a digital news publication for Australian fitness industry professionals

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Sharon Al a

Sha Al a Ph g a h

Connect with your audience Grow your brand In today s digital world, our images need to impress and keep our audience interested Personal Branding for business is a collection of images, that showcase your authentic self Images that are created just for you, that connect with your ideal audience and tell your unique business story Contact me, obligation free, and I can discuss your very own personal brand

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Jodi McConagh

J di McC agh Ph g a h

I am a professional photographer specialising in Events and Head Shots I provide a documentary story telling style photography services for a large variety of events, including corporate and private functions, award ceremonies, one to several day conferences, exhibitions, festivals, fundraisers, gala dinners, industry expos, panels discussions, networking groups, speakers presenters, meetings, forums, orientations days, road shows, performers, training sessions, product launches, in store promotions, receptions, presentations, graduations, university and school formals, birthday parties, funerals, special occasions celebrations and most importantly, all of your guests

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Sarah Oa e

E d e Web S di

We help small businesses to stand out from the crowd through, bespoke branding, graphic design, website design, hosting and website maintenance

We ll build you a website that will allow you to put your best food forward and better connect with your customers We will also teach you how to edit your own content on your site

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Fran Cane

Lad Bi d De ig

Creative workshops, small groups, from jewellery, painting, card making, collage, mandalas to beeswax wraps

Local jewellery artisan, creating bespoke jewellery Fran would like to share the joy of creating and making with you

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Products Home Services

Ka e McC ille

ENJO Clea i g P d c

I m Kate McConville, an ENJO consultant

Using the ENJO Cleaning System is a Conscious Course of Action Connecting you to the worldwide demand for sustainable chemical free products that are safe for the environment and are quick and easy to use I help households with Allergies, Asthma, medical conditions, plus families who want a safe, economical choice So whether its the windows, your skin or the bathroom I have a solution that will make your clean safe, quick and easy I do this in your home or via zoom I love hanging out with like minded people so reach out, the cuppa is on me : 0414983098

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Je i Ea Ea Cake

E a t o n C a k e s i s a m u l t i f a c e t e d c a k e b u s i n e s s w i t h a p a s s i o n f o r p r o v i d i n g q u a l i t y p r o d u c t s t h a t n o t o n l y l o o k g o o d b u t t a s t e s e x c e p t i o n a l a n d l e a v e y o u r g u e s t s b e g g i n g f o r m o r e S p e c i a l i s i n g i n c r e a t i n g e x q u i s i t e w o r k s o f a r t i n t h e f o r m o f c a k e s , c o o k i e s a n d c u p c a k e s f o r e v e n t s s u c h a s w e d d i n g s , b i r t h d a y s , c o r p o r a t e e v e n t s a n d o t h e r c e l e b r a t i o n s E a t o n C a k e s i s o n e o f C a m p b e l l t o w n s m o s t a w a r d e d h o m e b a s e d c a k e b u s i n e s s e s , w i t h a s o l i d c o m m i t m e n t t o e x c e l l e n c e , f a m i l y , c o m m u n i t y , a n d s u s t a i n a b i l i t y . J e n n i i s p a s s i o n a t e a b o u t a d v o c a t i n g f o r t h e l o c a l M a c a r t h u r c o m m u n i t y t o h e l p s p r e a d a w a r e n e s s a n d r a i s e m u c h n e e d e d f u n d s f o r l o c a l c h a r i t y g r o u p s t h a t a l i g n w i t h h e r c o r e v a l u e s

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Rem a Galea Picc l Pe al

Piccolo Petals is a mobile boutique styling catering service A coffee van that likes to do things a little differently

Curating my passion for styling coffee, Piccolo Petals was created

This little gourmet traveller takes pride in serving fresh quality coffee, selection of Artisan Teas and beautiful fresh pastries

Bringing Mediterranean baking to the menu with recipes taught to me as a child by my Mother from my grandmothers recipes makes Piccolo Petals that much more special to me and I want to share that experience with people

My vision is to create a community around coffee, conversations memories

Our services at Piccolo Petals: Mobile Coffee Van service, Gourmet Grazing Boxes, Mobile Grazing Tea Parties

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a e N Hai Bea Sal

abramatta Rd West ,we strive to be more than just a place to get your facial, cosmetic ser treatment and hair done Our mission is to help our community look and feel their best ing high quality beauty services We believe that everyone deserves to feel confident and which is why we create our one stop services salon, from hair, face and body pampering our needs For your convenient located next door to our beauty salon, we also specialise homeware appliances and beauty supplies This includes high tech, imported rice cookers, thermo ware and cooking appliances from Japan

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M i e Pe e

B ai Wi e Lea i g

Did you know that learning challenges can be improved Monique uses the latest neuroscience and online technology to improve a brain s ability to pay attention, remember and also to sequence and process the sounds of language for better listening, speaking, reading and writing Monique s coaching will also improve mindset and gently shift negative attitudes and behaviours toward learning

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S e ha ie Pi

S e ha ie Pi EQ C achi g

Stephanie Pinto is an Emotional Intelligence coach who specialises in helping parents to create an Emotionally Intelligent family culture at home She is a certified Emotional Intelligence specialist, is a trained paediatric anxiety therapist, and practiced as a Speech Pathologist for 10 years

She supports parents in learning how to manage their emotions, frustrations and stress so that they are happier, calmer and connect more deeply with their kids

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F a ce Da id

P l e Fi Aid T ai i g

I own and run Pulse First Aid We offer a range of first aid course from CPR to advance First Aid In addition to first aid, we also run some other health related course These are primary aimed at people working within the care industry

Our first aid course has an enhanced online theory followed by a short practical session This is ideal for small business that cannot find the time to send their staff to a course that take a whole day Book into one of our public courses at or website or contact me at frances pulsetraining com au Contact us to arrange a class at your workplace We can arrange a flexible start time, if you need the first aid course to start at 7am or 6pm we can accommodate your staff s needs

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Clai e Aa Hill

A g Ca Se ice

We service all makes and models of cars and can service your car under warranty We have a free pick up and drop off service and courtesy car We are a women friendly workshop and wash every car that we service

Call us today on 47323 676 or check out our website FB

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Li da Cam bell

Mi d Ma e

Linda is a Master Results Coach, Master Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner and Clinical Hypnotherapist With over 30 years experience in helping people overcome their difficulties, she specializes in helping people learn coping strategies to manage stress and anxiety, so they feel calmer, more confident and in control

If you re feeling stressed with the current situation, you can get her free 7 Tips for Managing Covid Stress and download free guided meditations for sleep and relaxation at www mindmastery com au

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A e Ba a

E e i g Heal h

I m an intuitive practitioner and wholistic coach a teacher of insights here to hold space for your self healing and expansion

I Empower you to identify and release blocks to the health of your emotional balance, body, relationships, business success, and life

I do this by tailoring healing and coaching sessions unique to your needs combining my training in Kinesiology, Hypnotherapy, Tapping, NLP, and other forms of mind body energetic work

To sum it up I specialise in helping people identify the underlying contributing factors to their issues, rather than just using a plaster to cover things up and hope it goes away

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Meli a W d a d

Fea le Heal h

At Fearless Health, we are focused on caring for women s health We believe in supporting women to live a fun filled life in a body they know and love We offer specialised Pregnancy and Post natal Massage, Remedial Massage and guide women through our online holistic health program Strong Mums

Join Strong Mums and receive 50 off your first month code: FIRSTMONTH

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Ca dace C ghla

Wild Heal h H b

Candace is an Integrative Holistic Health Coach working with women to get rid of fatigue, clear memory fog, regulate moods and increase energy by addressing gut issues imbalances to really help you feel alive thrive in all aspects of life

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Health Wellbeing

Fi a Ka e I f ed Heal h

Fiona Kane is an award winning Nutritionist, Holistic Mind and Body Coach and Wellness Speaker who has regular media appearances including on 9 News, 2GB, 6PR, ABC Radio and Triple M and is the founder of Informed Health and creator of the Wellness Connection with Fiona Kane podcast Our main services:

1 Informed Health Mind Body Nutrition, individual consultations online and in person at Kurmond and online group health programs.

2 Health challenge content creation and group support and social media content for health and fitness businesses

3 Workplace health and wellbeing talks

4 Media with a focus on health and nutrition via tv, radio and podcasting

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La i a W igh Wh lli ic Well e H b

Larissa is a Natural therapist She believes that healing is Wholistic: mind, body and spirit, so is passionate about showing mums how to live a low tox life free of harmful chemicals

Larissa runs low tox and essential oils classes, is a Raindrop the lightest therapeutic massage and Hot stone massage therapist and has recently added energy and emotional clearing to her therapies

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Si le C le e Well e

Avril is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and owner of Simple Complete Wellness Avril helps people through 1:1 coaching, supporting their wellness journey with easily attainable steps towards better health and wellness

She also offers short courses in Bone Broth, Kombucha, Fermenting, and Sourdough

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D I abel A ai

Pa h O e

The compassionate weight reduction approach by Dr Isabel Arnaiz is based on the idea that each individual human being is unique Each has a distinct physiological make up and belief system

Isabel takes extreme and detailed care to ensure that the custom design weight reduction plan is a perfect match for you During this journey, you will build a strong mentoring relationship with Isabel as she educates and guides you

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Health Wellbeing

Adele Ha ma

He S ile

We help women discover their gorgeousness using the tools fitness, beauty and styling

We have had the most amazing women from 5 different countries participate in our online programs and now have the endorsement, from our female medical doctor that we have been with for 18 years, for our Her Smile Let s Move Correctly exercise programs

Feel Brave, Feel Confident, Feel You

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R b Sim

T e Wi d

The healing power of plants and our natural world and sharing our knowledge with you is our passion here at True Wisdom We advocate for better health, and with plant based products being gentler on our bodies and our environment, they have incredible potency and potential to revitalise and renew

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S a J e

The Wa T Heal h

Wellness is a state of Being but Health is a state of Body

I focus on Whole Food, using scientifically proven Programs, to support your body towards Wellness, with Weight Loss being a surprising side effect

The right foods for YOU are identified through your comprehensive Blood Tests or a Hair Test Weight Loss using simple Food is Enabling and Empowering You will experience a new you It will change your Life

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A e a Z d ik Pl ci ka

Bl ebi d f Well e

I help both men and women experience mental and emotional wellness to enable you to strive in life, work and relationships

Using power of Clinical Hypnotherapy, Kinesiology, NLP or Reiki, I will help you with anxiety, flashbacks, self esteem, procrastination, and any habit thinking pattern that doesn t serve you Appointments available in Hazelbrook and Lawson

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Ta ia G a e chi

O ie al Wi d Ac c e Ka ba

Tania is an acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, and wholefood counsellor at Lemon Balm Clinic Katoomba She offers women a holistic approach to transforming their health naturally using Chinese medicine Tania helps women relieve stress and pain, and relax and re energise so they have the energy they need to do what they love She works with fertility and pregnancy, stress management including sleep issues, digestive problems, and immunity concerns as well as helping women pass through menopause gracefully Tania also teaches qigong every Friday afternoon in Blackheath

Book an appointment with great health today on 0412 152 928

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Self-Improvement, Therapies Coaches

Kell Anne C mmings Work Life Balance Academ

Kelly-Anne has been playing her part in making the world a better place for a very long time now She is well known for her wisdom and the personal support she offers individuals, families and business owners She has a calmness about her and has developed a unique way of diffusing high conflict situations as they arise Many forward thinking businesses have benefited from her services after they see a quick improvement in staff retention and productivity due to feeling happier in their Within a few short months Kelly-Anne will quickly equip you with a new way to think so an feel empowered to support both yourself and others as you navigate the ups and fe and business along the way nced and committed Life Coach who cares about you, your family and your business

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Lisa LaMaitre

Therap Mas ers Canberra Wise Women

With 30 years of business experience I am excited to share my expertise as a Business Connect Advisor with Enterprise Plus Enterprise Plus helps to deliver the Business Connect program that is funded by the NSW Government Business Connect is a tailored program to help you start, run, adapt, or grow your business The Business Connect program is delivered at no cost (free) to NSW businesses and includes one-on-one advice, webinars, and in-person events

I d love the opportunity to support you and your business Please get in touch to discover how I can help

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Bickford

ngs inspired learning opportunities for deep, sustainable change to all her clients As a gifted transformational coach, a savvy business leadership trainer, an engaging facilitator, and storyteller, she educates inspires with a fresh, calm creative spirit that reflects her diverse and inspiring life With poetry, pragmatism a passion for living out our true potential, Chandu offers individuals and groups unique and authentic ways to experience and embrace real lasting change

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Eli abeth Elenor

The Spiri al Warrior Conscio s Crea ion Coach

I m Elizabeth Elenor a spiritual mentor and healer I m on a mission to support women to unlock their untapped potential and intentionally experience life to its full expression on their own terms

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Self-Improvement, Therapies Coaches

Anne Marie Polidano Inner Radiance Therapies

My mission is to offer holistic modalities for individuals to attain personal evolution by creating the positive change they seek This change can come about; after something challenging or unexpected, to initiate new goals and plans, to understand and let go of unhelpful patterns and energy imbalance Through the services offered I honour the client s journey within the sacredness of the session and treat their process with confidentiality

Forensic Healing and Reiki (Springwood) - Counselling for Children and Adolescents (Penrith) Be You Be Radiant

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Barbara Callan

The work I do encompasses the personal, business, creative, relational, and career spheres

Connecting with your energy field and channelling the information that comes through delivers clarity on what s happening now and the next steps that will help you move forward more easily

Contact me at: barbara barbaracallan com or 0450412201

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Lisa Finn Po ell

S ories Aro nd he World Word Doc ors

Lisa is an author, journalist, copywriter, performer, speaker and storyteller She is also a voice, writing and speaker coach Through her business, Inspire Harmony, she runs writing courses and empowers people to create and deliver great speeches and presentations, and to write and tell their stories She provides one-on-one coaching, consultations, team building and workshops for small or large groups Lisa is the cohost of the radio show and podcast Stories Around the World with Fran Cane and one of the Word Doctors with Fiona Donnelly

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Melanie Greenhalgh Collec i e Wisdom Coaching and Cons l ing

Melanie Greenhalgh is an TEDx and international speaker, an Amazon best-selling author and a leading evidence-based neuro coach and women s transformation activator As founder of Collective Wisdom Coaching and Consulting she teaches women to weave together the science of achievement with the art of fulfilment to create an extraordinary life and develop more caring, compassionate and calm relationships with themselves Mel helps women leverage their emotional brain for a more aligned life free of overwhelm, exhaustion, shame, blame and guilt She offers 1:1 coaching, workshops, as well as a group coaching program called The REAL Success Academy

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I help women learn how to burn fat in their sleep (and other cool stuff!); I connect them to the Fast Fat release programme which reboots and reshapes their body safety; and I help them live a firstclass life by learning to put themselves first without guilt

I will work with women on line or face to face with exercise Create programs they can do on their own in the gym Mentor them and support them when doing the Fast Fat Release Program This program is a simple to follow 4 phase reboot for people who want to let go of weight that s hard to shift From such areas as stomach, thighs, hips and butt!

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Procrastination leading to feelings of failure

Insecurities and poor body image and feeling uncomfortable in their own skin

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Grace Gi liano

A S a e of Grace Wellbeing

A s a W e l l b e i n g a n d M i n d f u l L i v i n g C o a c h f o r W o m e n I s u p p o r t w o m e n t o c o n n e c t w i t h t h e i r d e e p e s t a n d t r u e s t i d e n t i t y , f i n d t h e i r i n n e r v o i c e a n d t h e i r a u t h e n t i c s e l f

A S t a t e o f G r a c e W e l l b e i n g i s a p l a c e w h e r e s h e w i l l f i n d s p a c e a n d c a l m t o m a k e c l e a r e r d e c i s i o n s i n h e r b u s y l i f e a n d t o n a v i g a t e l i f e s u p s a n d d o w n s w i t h g r a c e a n d c o n f i d e n c e O f f e r i n g 1 : 1 l i f e m a s t e r y c o a c h i n g , m i n d f u l n e s s m e d i t a t i o n , r e i k i h e a l i n g , s o u n d h e a l i n g a n d a r t t h e r a p y t o s u p p o r t w o m e n s w e l l b e i n g a n d h e l p w o m e n f e e l m o t i v a t e d a n d i n s p i r e d t o n a v i g a t e l i f e a n d n o u r i s h h e r m i n d b o d y a n d s p i r i t

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