Shaa talks to Calum Simpson, an Empowered alumni. They discuss his personal journey, which has seen him overcome both physical and health challenges. How these have impacted him, and why resilience is such an essential factor in all areas of life.

KEY TAKEAWAYS 
Just because others try to pigeonhole you, or think you incapable of achieving things, it should never limit your potential.
When we persevere at something for a long time, we lose sight of the incremental progress we are making. Reflection is essential to recognise the breadth of our journey.
Having a plan, a focus, a goal, is crucial in instilling a sense of resilience. If we face setbacks, we should focus on this future goal and remember our purpose in endeavour.
Always embrace self-control, even in the moments where we feel ourselves losing grip on our emotions. In the end, the greatest damage we do by losing control is to ourselves.

BEST MOMENTS 

'Mental health is something we should talk about every day, not just once a year'

'If you really want something, you do anything you want'

'Quick fixes aren't going to get you anywhere'

'Don't ever say you can't do something unless you've tried it'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Building A Bigger Table Podcast - https://omny.fm/shows/building-a-bigger-table

Calum SImpson Facebook - www.facebook.com/cscoachingservices

Calum Simpson Instagram – www.instagram.com/exerciseandmentalhealthcoach

MEET YOUR HOST

Hi, I’m Shaa.

I’ve been called a serial entrepreneur … but I’ve never been one for labels!

I’ve done SO many things in my career, including starting and scaling multiple 7 figure businesses, and am grateful for being recognised with some lovely awards - most proudly, an MBE from The Queen “for Services to Business and Entrepreneurship”.

I’ve been featured in major publications for my efforts (named one of the UK’s Top 20 Most Influential Entrepreneurs by The Sunday Times and one of the ‘Most Influential Women in the UK' by the Institute of Directors), and have written 4 straight-talking, bestselling books; Stop Talking, Start Doing; Stop Talking, Start Doing Action Book, Do Less, Get More; and most recently, How To Fix Your Shi*t.

WHERE TO FIND SHAA

Website - https://www.shaa.com/

Facebook - https://en-gb.facebook.com/shaawasmund/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shaawasmund/

ALL ABOUT CALLUM

Calum is one of the first exercise and mental health coaches in the UK. 

He works with individuals to help improve their mental health through exercise. Callum’s passion for this came from his childhood, growing up with a learning difficulty that was never diagnosed. He loves to help people that can’t help themselves and to see people grow mentally and physically stronger through exercise.

Facebook - https://en-gb.facebook.com/cscoachingservices

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/exerciseandmentalhealthcoach 

Shaa talks to Calum Simpson, an Empowered alumni. They discuss his personal journey, which has seen him overcome both physical and health challenges. How these have impacted him, and why resilience is such an essential factor in all areas of life.
KEY TAKEAWAYS 
<ul>
<li>Just because others try to pigeonhole you, or think you incapable of achieving things, it should never limit your potential.</li>
<li>When we persevere at something for a long time, we lose sight of the incremental progress we are making. Reflection is essential to recognise the breadth of our journey.</li>
<li>Having a plan, a focus, a goal, is crucial in instilling a sense of resilience. If we face setbacks, we should focus on this future goal and remember our purpose in endeavour.</li>
<li>Always embrace self-control, even in the moments where we feel ourselves losing grip on our emotions. In the end, the greatest damage we do by losing control is to ourselves.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS 
'Mental health is something we should talk about every day, not just once a year'
'If you really want something, you do anything you want'
'Quick fixes aren't going to get you anywhere'
'Don't ever say you can't do something unless you've tried it'
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Building A Bigger Table Podcast - <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/building-a-bigger-table">https://omny.fm/shows/building-a-bigger-table</a>
Calum SImpson Facebook - <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cscoachingservices">www.facebook.com/cscoachingservices</a>
Calum Simpson Instagram &ndash; <a href="http://www.instagram.com/exerciseandmentalhealthcoach">www.instagram.com/exerciseandmentalhealthcoach</a>
MEET YOUR HOST
Hi, I&rsquo;m Shaa.
I&rsquo;ve been called a serial entrepreneur &hellip; but I&rsquo;ve never been one for labels!
I&rsquo;ve done SO many things in my career, including starting and scaling multiple 7 figure businesses, and am grateful for being recognised with some lovely awards - most proudly, an MBE from The Queen &ldquo;for Services to Business and Entrepreneurship&rdquo;.
I&rsquo;ve been featured in major publications for my efforts (named one of the UK&rsquo;s Top 20 Most Influential Entrepreneurs by The Sunday Times and one of the &lsquo;Most Influential Women in the UK' by the Institute of Directors), and have written 4 straight-talking, bestselling books; Stop Talking, Start Doing; Stop Talking, Start Doing Action Book, Do Less, Get More; and most recently, How To Fix Your Shi*t.
WHERE TO FIND SHAA
Website - <a href="https://www.shaa.com/">https://www.shaa.com/</a>
Facebook - <a href="https://en-gb.facebook.com/shaawasmund/">https://en-gb.facebook.com/shaawasmund/</a>
Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shaawasmund/">https://www.instagram.com/shaawasmund/</a>
ALL ABOUT CALLUM
Calum is one of the first exercise and mental health coaches in the UK.&nbsp;
He works with individuals to help improve their mental health through exercise. Callum&rsquo;s passion for this came from his childhood, growing up with a learning difficulty that was never diagnosed. He loves to help people that can&rsquo;t help themselves and to see people grow mentally and physically stronger through exercise.
Facebook - <a href="https://en-gb.facebook.com/cscoachingservices">https://en-gb.facebook.com/cscoachingservices</a>
Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/exerciseandmentalhealthcoach">https://www.instagram.com/exerciseandmentalhealthcoach </a>

Shaa is the original misfit, maverick and magic maker. 

Despite an Economics degree from The London School of Economics and a proud recipient of an MBE from The Queen, her real talents come from the school of hard knocks.

Growing up on a council estate, Shaa learnt early on, that the only way to level the playing field was to first believe you could. Then go all in on making it happen. 

Shaa’s first book, "Stop Talking Start Doing" became WHSmith's #1 Bestselling Business Book for 14 months in a row, breaking all industry records. 

Shaa has never been one to sit on the fence or rest on her laurels and today her sole mission is to level the playing field and create real social mobility for all.

The Sunday Times recently named her as “One of the top 20 most influential entrepreneurs in the UK”.

Shaa is the original misfit, maverick and magic maker.&nbsp; Despite an Economics degree from The London School of Economics and a proud recipient of an MBE from The Queen, her real talents come from the school of hard knocks. Growing up on a council estate, Shaa learnt early on, that the only way to level the playing field was to first believe you could. Then go all in on making it happen.&nbsp; Shaa&rsquo;s first book, "Stop Talking Start Doing" became WHSmith's #1 Bestselling Business Book for 14 months in a row, breaking all industry records.&nbsp; Shaa has never been one to sit on the fence or rest on her laurels and today her sole mission is to level the playing field and create real social mobility for all. The Sunday Times recently named her as &ldquo;One of the top 20 most influential entrepreneurs in the UK&rdquo;.

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