In this episode, I sat down with Pretty Kubyane, a multi-award-winning tech entrepreneur and co-founder of eFama, an app revolutionising Africa’s agricultural supply chain. From humble beginnings in a South African village to leading a pan-African tech movement, Pretty shares how growing up with impact-driven parents shaped her conviction to build businesses that serve both community and innovation.

A self-proclaimed introvert, Pret...

In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Cathy Derksen — Founder of Inspired Tenacity, speaker, and 19-times #1 best-selling author — whose mission is to amplify women's voices through the power of collaborative books.

Cathy didn’t start out in publishing. Her career began in medical genetics, followed by a decade in financial planning, before she answered a deeper calling: to help women transform their liv...

In this episode, I speak with Sarah Cannata, creator of Storytelling for the Soul, embodied processing practitioner, and long-time introvert who believes in the healing power of writing. Sarah helps women in midlife and beyond reconnect with themselves through a unique blend of body-based trauma-informed support and embodied journaling.

We explore how writing can be more than self-expression—it can be a path home to ourselves. Sarah...

Serena speaks with Vimala Thangaveloo, a former Fortune 500 attorney turned executive coach. Vimala’s journey from the courtroom to coaching is a story of embracing transitions and using personal differences as superpowers. She shares her transformative GPS framework, which helps professionals — especially those who feel like outsiders — step into their career genius zones and increase their income while remaining true to themselve...

In this episode, we’re joined by Ella Zhang, an organisational development consultant and executive coach who shares how she has navigated multiple cultures and languages and embraced her bilingual identity to build confidence and communicate effectively.

Ella takes us through her story of migrating from China to Australia, overcoming challenges as a non-native English speaker, and how she transformed her accent from a barrier into ...

In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communications coach with over 20 years of experience helping analytical, introverted leaders amplify their impact. Salvatore shares his journey and his passion for empowering data-driven professionals to communicate their brilliant ideas with confidence, and to navigate high-stakes situations with poise and authenticity.

As an introvert himself...

In this solo episode, I delve into the process of finding the right next step in life, especially when it feels like you need to have all the answers before moving forward. I reflect on my own experiences of overthinking and the pressure to please others, and how that led me to miss the joy of simply being curious and exploring the unknown.

Through this episode, I share how reconnecting with my younger self has allowed me to embrace...

Our guest today is Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, a psychologist, trauma therapist, and author of the bestselling book You Are Not Depressed, You Are Un-Finished. Dr. Mehran is disrupting the mental health field by offering a new perspective on emotional wellness, healing depression, and easing emotional suffering.

During our conversation, Dr. Mehran shares his groundbreaking research on the 7 Emotional Needs, which he believes a...

Do you freeze up at the thought of public speaking? 
Feel like your quiet personality doesn’t “fit” on stage? 
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to change who you are to be heard.

In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I’m joined by speaker, comedian, and six-time author Mahlena-Rae Johnson, who calls herself the “Professor X for introverted CEOs with stage fright.” 

With warmth, humor, an...

Signed up for an all-day conference, but getting cold feet at the thought of spending 9-5 in a crowded, unfamiliar space with strangers?

You're not alone.

Learn how to honour your needs when attending all-day conferences and workshops so you can fully participate and learn without feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated.

Highlights:

• Time your arrival and seating.

• Take regular movement breaks.

• How hydration supports focus.

• Let ...

Meet Dr. Chloe Lim—a molecular biologist turned entrepreneur, educator, and balloon artist. Chloe shares how pursuing an academic career in biomedical science led her to discovering a passion for creativity and entrepreneurship.

We discuss the challenges of imposter syndrome, redefining success, and embracing unexpected career pivots. We also dive into how parents can nurture curiosity and an interest in the sciences in c...

In this quietly inspiring dialogue of The Quiet Warrior podcast, Serena Low chats with Jawaria Mahmood, a dynamic advocate from Perth, Western Australia. Jawaria shares her inspiring journey from being an engineer in Pakistan to becoming a trailblazer for bilingual storytime sessions in Australian libraries, a champion for STEM education for young girls, and a dedicated advocate for cyber safety in diverse communities. Her story is...

Impostor Syndrome is something most of us struggle with, and people who are conscientious and have high standards of performance and achievement - like introverts and quiet achievers - seem to struggle with it more. Even outwardly successful individuals have admitted to having Impostor Syndrome at some point in their career.

On days when your energy is flat, your mood is low, and you’re unable for whatever reason to believe that you...

In this Episode 68 of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, we sit down with Deborah Sugirthakumar - author, radio host, and advocate for mental health resilience and domestic violence prevention.

Deborah shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, breaking generational cycles of trauma, and raising a resilient family. Her insights into the power of empathy, accountability, and the quiet strength of introverts offer inva...

In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, Lisa Carpenter – a master coach, professional athlete, hypnotist, and host of The Full Frontal Living Podcast – shares her transformative journey of overcoming perfectionism, building resilience, and embracing authenticity in leadership and life. With heartfelt honesty, Lisa explores how dismantling labels and self-imposed limitations can unlock greater potential and fulfillment.

Key Dis...

In this inspiring episode, I speak with Amira Alvarez, founder of The Unstoppable Woman, about what it means to be unstoppable, and how introverts and quiet achievers can step into their power. Amira shares her personal journey, how she overcame invisible barriers, and the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies in life and business. She provides practical insights into powering through self-limiting beliefs, learni...

Key Topics Explored:

• Birgit’s journey of discovering her introversion and learning to embrace it
• The layers of introversion and how it manifests differently for each person
• Understanding energy management as an introvert
• The concept of "music mindfulness" and its impact on emotional well-being
• How music has supported Birgit’s personal and professional growth
• Living on the "B side" of life: finding hidden strengths...

Key Topics Covered:

• The Journey of Self-Discovery:
  
  Lillian recounts her path of recognizing her HSP and empath traits, her transformative "aha moments" and how these realizations empowered her to embrace who she is without apology.
  
  
• What it Means to Be an HSP and Empath:
  
  Traits associated with being an HSP, including sensitivity to sound, light, and others' emotions. The importance of s...