Unpacking Your Indigenous Roots

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The podcast for indigenous women on a journey of reconnecting to their roots, redefining their beliefs, and claiming their space. Indigenous Coach and Host, Amy McLean brings you stories and lessons to inspire action, spark curiosity, and embed courage to explore your own identity, sense of belonging, and potential. @amymcleannz // www.amymclean.co.nz

Episodes (21)Default

Finding connections through identity2022-09-14

What would it take, for you to be fully connected with who you are? In this episode I'm joined by Jasmine Brooks-Burgess, founder of Inspired Creations, an indigenous wahine from Samoa, to unpack her Identity Story experience. Jasmine shares her life journey, growing up as part Samoan, part English, and what that was like for her to work out what makes her feel connected to a people, a place, and an identity. We talk about how Identity Story helped Jasmine to identify those connections, and be intentional with how she breathes life into them. I hope this episode inspires you to become curious about your own identity story, and connections. If you're ready - reach out and kōrero with me about joining our next cohort of Identity Story. Want to connect further? JOIN | The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amymcleannz FOLLOW | Facebook & Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/amymcleannz & https://www.instagram.com/amymcleannz READ | On the Blog - Amy McLean: https://www.amymclean.co.nz/bl

29 min

A relationship of reciprocity with our waters2022-09-22

How do you building a reciprocal relationship with the waters around you? In this episode I'm breaking down how I use our relationship to water as a way of finding connection and belonging. As indigenous people, we naturally have a respect and caring for our waters, as the life giver of all things. I share with you some strategies for how you can use that connection for yourself as a way of uplifting your energy, your wairua, and clearing the way, as well as encouraging you to think about your role as a kaitiaki of the waters you feel connected to. I hope this episode inspires you to connect with te taiao in a new way and to allow your awareness of that connection to build in new practices that keep you well. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

19 min

Navigating Money & Priorities2022-11-14

Ever feel like everyone else has their money story all sorted? In this episode I'm sharing our ups and downs of the last five years of being in business, navigating money, priorities, and how we choose to live our life. I share with you some thoughts and questions to deepen your awareness of your own money story, and what might be driving your decisions. I hope this episode encourages you to chase the things that you care about most, and let go of what the "Jones" expect of us all. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

21 min

BONUS 7 min Intention Setting2023-01-10

Take a moment to relax into mindfulness and set a clear intention for your future. In this bonus episode, you'll be guided through a mindful practice of intention setting. You'll be supported to bring your mind to the present moment, and slow down to focus in on all that you have ahead of you, and what you need to do today, to take the first step.

7 min

A New Year, A New Goal2023-01-10

A brand new year, and everyone's talking about new goals right? In this episode, I'm sharing my take on goal-setting in January, how you can do so mindfully and purposefully, as well as how you might bring in an indigenous lens to your goals. I share with you my goal-setting process that will help you to get clarity on what's important to you right now, and the impact your goal will have on you, others, and intergenerationally. I hope this episode encourages you to lean into your own intuition when it comes to goal-setting, not get caught up in societal noise, and bring your indigenous way of being to your goals. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

21 min

Reconnecting to a language2022-10-05

What's it like to become a learner of a language that was always yours? In this episode I'm sharing my journey of learning my reo, what led me there and the ups and downs along the way. I share with you some common pitfalls we all face when learning a second language, and how to connect in with a deeper why for learning te reo māori. I hope this episode encourages you to be courageous with your language and to build a community around you that inspires you to take action. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

21 min

Who am I? Really?2022-08-22

Welcome to the first episode of the Unpacking Your Indigenous Roots Podcast!  In this episode I'm unpacking what it means to live and walk in two worlds, as māori and pākehā and how I represent where I come from, and who I come from. I share some actionable, practical tips for what it looks like to step out of your comfort zone and do the deep work, the self-discovery of your own identity. I share with you my own journey of self-discovery and identity, and why I chose to head down that path of reconnecting with my whakapapa, my heritage, to find my sense of belonging.  This journey inspired me to find an acceptance and peace with my own enoughness, being māori enough, being pākehā enough, and just being enough as the person I am. And it allowed me to role model for my girls, what it looks like to stand in your courage, your knowing and your confidence as an indigenous person. I hope this episode inspires you to get curious about your own self-discovery journey. Looking for the parts of you that might be playing it small and safe, and the opportunities to chase your potential, because building awareness, is the first step towards taking action. Want to connect further?  JOIN | The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amymcleannz FOLLOW | Facebook & Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/amymcleannz & https://www.instagram.com/amymcleannz READ | On the Blog - Amy McLean: https://www.amymclean.co.nz/blog

20 min

Believing a new belief2023-01-19

Want to see the world a different way? Try changing up your belief cycles about how the world looks. In this episode I'm going into the mind on how our belief cycles influence the way we behave.  I share with you how our mind's process information on a daily basis, and without any bias, how it chooses what to hold onto. I also share how you can change that process if it's not one that's empowering and serving you.  I hope this episodes inspires you to be curious and observant about what messages your mind is sending you each day, and how you can redefine and embed new messages when needed. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

21 min

Bridging self-awareness through a creative mindset2022-08-26

Ever wondered how to you got to where you are?  In this episode I'm unpacking my earlier corporate years and the experience I had in finding myself, when I bridged the gap of self-awareness, through a creative mindset.  I share with you what it looks like to not have that self-awareness in place, and how easy it can be to go down a path of responding to others' expectations, rather than leaning into your own knowing. I also share with you practical tips for broadening your own creative mindset, to build on your self-awareness in your journey. I hope this episode inspires you to get curious about your own self-awareness. Looking for the parts of you that might be unconsciously leading, and unpacking what else that could be like. Want to connect further?  JOIN | The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amymcleannz FOLLOW | Facebook & Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/amymcleannz & https://www.instagram.com/amymcleannz READ | On the Blog - Amy McLean: https://www.amymclean.co.nz/blog

19 min

Stop making excuses & start taking action2023-01-24

It's time to let go of the excuses, the reasons, the justifications and start taking responsibility for your actions. In this episode I share some of the excuses I made for years before taking the step to learn Te Reo Māori, and what reframing looked like in order to take that step.  I share with you how we get really clever at creating believable reasons, and justifying our way of being, so that we don't have to do the thing. Our friend the ego makes an appearance, and I unpack what's sitting below the voice of the ego.  I hope this episodes brings a new awareness to how you can take 100% responsibility in your life for what you can control, and start taking action on the goals and things that you really want.  Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

22 min

Stop being busy & ditch the rush culture2023-01-30

I'm saying "no more" to being busy and ditching the rush culture - are you with me?  In this episode I'm unpacking what it means when we answer the question "How are you?" with "So busy." I share with you how the fight or flight response takes us out of best life, and into a space of lacking, and always feeling behind. I also share how you can intentionally slow down and appreciate the moment you're in, right now. I hope this episode inspires you to slow down, breath, and let go of the idea of urgency, rushing and being busy. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

24 min

Reflecting on Wellbeing with Te Whare Tapa Whā2022-09-05

Te Whare Tapa Whā is a wellbeing framework, developed by Mason Drurie in 1984, to see wellbeing from a te ao māori perspective - and indigenous perspective.  In this episode I breakdown the different parts of Te Whare Tapa Whā and share my perspective on how we manage our wellbeing from an indigenous perspective, what it looks like to ensure all parts of ourself are looked after. I include some exploratory questions that you can ask yourself to dive a little deeper into ensuring your Whare Tapa Whā is standing strong, well and long-lasting.  I hope this episode gives you some insights into how to approach wellbeing from one indigenous perspective (there are many!) and also a reminder that identity and connections to self, to others, to the environment all play a role in our wellbeing too. Be curious!  Want to connect further?  JOIN | The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amymcleannz FOLLOW | Facebook & Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/amymcleannz & https://www.instagram.com/amymcleannz READ | On the Blog - Amy McLean: https://www.amymclean.co.nz/blog

22 min

Tune into the patience of your ancestors2023-02-06

How many times have you found yourself reaching for your phone to just google something, halfway through a movie?  In this episode, I'm unpacking the idea of instant gratification, and how it plays out in our everyday lives as parents, as individuals, in relationships and in work. I share with you why we might seek out the convenience of instant gratification, and I also share how you can lean into your rational decision-making brain, to pause and reassess.  I hope this episode inspires you to be a little more at ease with delaying gratification, and tune into the patience of your ancestors.  Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

28 min

Following an intuitive career pathway2023-06-03

Feel like you need to make a move in your career but just don't know how to?  In this episode, I'm unpacking my own career pathway, and how I leant into my intuition and my inner knowing each time I needed to make a change. I share with you how easy it was to fall into the comfort zone, and how my unconscious lead me to stretch and grow each time. I also share the seasons of my career, and what lead me to each role. I hope this episode inspires you to lean in to your own intuition when you need to make life changes, and unpack what might be keeping you stuck if you are.  Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

32 min

What is coaching?2023-06-03

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work with a Professional Coach?  In this episode, I'm unpacking what Professional Coaching is, and how to navigate the coaching industry if you're looking to work with a Coach for the first time. I share with you some key questions and thoughts to consider before working with a Coach. I hope this episodes inspires you to seek out an opportunity to be coached, and explore your own untapped potential. Want to connect further? JOIN The Indigenous Women's Potential FB Group FOLLOW Facebook & Instagram READ On the Blog - Amy McLean

26 min

Fresh Beginnings with Te Kāinga Wāhine2023-09-01

Welcome to a new season to our podcast, now dubbed Te Kāinga Wāhine - The Podcast! Before we get into the swing of episodes, let's get on the same page about what's new, exciting, and fresh in this season of Te Kāinga Wāhine - The Podcast. Meet the brand and host Amy McLean and get an update on what's to come here on the podcast. Looking for more? We write a weekly newsletter that talks on all the good stuff about and for Wāhine Māori - just like the podcast! Jump over and sign up here: tekaingawahine.co.nz/subscribe

11 min

Quiet Power Unleashed: The Art of Authentic Self-Advocacy2023-09-27

Unlock the transformative power of authentic self-advocacy with our latest podcast episode. Join us as we explore practical strategies for embracing your unique journey, celebrating achievements big and small, and fostering connections within your community. Discover how you can be an authentic advocate for yourself while staying true to your values. Tune in and empower your path to success. #AuthenticAdvocacy #SelfEmpowerment #TeKāingaWāhinePodcast Looking for more? We write a weekly newsletter that talks on all the good stuff about and for Wāhine Māori - just like the podcast! Jump over and sign up here: tekaingawahine.co.nz/subscribe

16 min

Achieving success through healing our past2023-09-27

In this episode, meet Johana Te Momo - founder of Momo Aotearoa, a sustainable fashion brand that celebrates individuality by infusing Māori culture with contemporary design, empowering individuals to confidently express their authentic selves. Johana shares the inspiration that drives her design work, and the healing she has done holistically, in order to follow her dreams and believe in herself. She talks to the value of having others around that believe in you, and leave the ladder down for wāhine to follow in their footsteps. We talk about mindset, aspirations, and following a positive pathway to be curious and do the things you love. Read more about Johana in our Spotlight at tekaingawahine.co.nz Looking for more? We write a weekly newsletter that talks on all the good stuff about and for Wāhine Māori - just like the podcast! Jump over and sign up here: tekaingawahine.co.nz/subscribe

19 min

Finding belonging in the Reo2023-09-27

In this episode, we're joined by Nalisha Tahere - founder of kōmiri, a pakihi incorporating the use of te reo Māori in everyday household products. Nalisha shares how her the intergenerational experiences of her whānau impacted her disconnection from her culture, and what it was like to find her way back to it, and find belonging in the reo. She talks to the value of following her dream, and being passionate about what she does each and every day. Looking for more? We write a weekly newsletter that talks on all the good stuff about and for Wāhine Māori - just like the podcast! Jump over and sign up here: tekaingawahine.co.nz/subscribe

21 min

Nurturing Mothers: A Conversation with Postpartum Doula Leah Pickering2023-09-27

In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Leah Pickering, a dedicated postpartum doula. Leah shares her passion for supporting new mothers during the transformative postpartum period and sheds light on the essential role of a postpartum doula. Leah's insights into the doula's role as an extra pair of hands, providing emotional and practical support, offer a deeper understanding of the care new mothers truly need. She delves into the societal expectations placed on women to prioritize others over themselves, emphasizing the importance of self-care and valuing one's role in caring for others. Listen in as Leah shares her personal journey to becoming a postpartum doula, driven by her own experiences as a mother and a deep desire to empower others on their motherhood journeys. Looking for more? We write a weekly newsletter that talks on all the good stuff about and for Wāhine Māori - just like the podcast! Jump over and sign up here: tekaingawahine.co.nz/subscribe

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