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Leading Our Own Way

Leading Our Own Way

By: Andrew White
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 "Leading Our Own Way" (LOOW) is a captivating podcast spotlighting resilience in remarkable journeys. Each episode shares how individuals overcome adversity, emerging stronger and empowered. It's a beacon of hope, amplifying transformative stories and offering insights for self-discovery. Celebrating human resilience, it invites listeners to witness triumph over challenges. Beyond storytelling, it's a testament to human strength, inspiring global audiences to embrace inner resilience. Join us to celebrate triumphs and the transformative power of resilience in shaping destinies.Andrew White
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  • 65. When Cancer Changed Everything: UK Midwife Sydney Graves' Journey to Aussie Influencer - Part 1

    65. When Cancer Changed Everything: UK Midwife Sydney Graves' Journey to Aussie Influencer - Part 1
    Jul 13 2025
    What happens when a dedicated midwife with 9 years of experience suddenly finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew about her purpose?Sydney Graves' story begins in the UK healthcare system, where she spent nearly a decade supporting hundreds of couples through their most vulnerable and transformative moments. But beneath the surface of her successful midwifery career, something was stirring—a restlessness that would eventually be crystallised by the devastating loss of her best friend to cancer, becoming the catalyst that would lead her to make one of the most courageous decisions of her life.In this deeply personal first part of Sydney's journey, we explore the pivotal moments—including the profound grief of losing someone so close—that led her to leave behind everything familiar and embark on a 10,000-mile journey to Australia. But this wasn't just a geographical move—it was the beginning of a complete identity transformation that would see her evolve from a healthcare professional into an authentic social media influencer with over 130,000 followers.Sydney opens up about the internal struggles that preceded her life-changing decision, how her friend's death forced her to confront what truly mattered, and the fears she faced when stepping away from a stable career in the wake of such profound loss. She shares the raw, unfiltered reality of what it means to completely reinvent yourself while staying true to your core purpose of helping others, especially when grief becomes your unexpected teacher about living authentically.This episode reveals the emotional weight of leaving behind a profession where you've made a tangible difference in people's lives, and the courage it takes to trust your intuition.Release Schedule:​Part 1: Monday, 6:00 AM AEST | 8:00 PM Sunday UK | 3:00 PM Sunday EST | 12:00 PM Sunday PST​Part 2: Wednesday, 6:00 AM AEST | 8:00 PM Tuesday UK | 3:00 PM Tuesday EST | 12:00 PM Tuesday PSTDon't miss Part 2 on Wednesday, where Sydney reveals how her ADHD diagnosis changed everything, the pressures of building an authentic online presence, and how she's using her platform to continue her mission of helping others—just in a completely different way.This is a story about courage, authenticity, and the power of following your intuition, even when it leads you into the unknown. Follow Sydney Graves: IG: https://www.instagram.com/ukmidwife_down_underYouTube: https://youtube.com/@ukmidwifedownunder?si=ef8h5LD8YsJ44H2hTakeaways- Sydney transitioned from midwifery to social media to follow her passion.- Authenticity is key in building genuine connections online.- Navigating career changes can lead to personal growth and fulfilment.- Social media can be a powerful tool for community building.- Sydney's ADHD has influenced her approach to life and work.- She emphasises the importance of listening to one's instincts.- Sydney aims to help others through her content and experiences.- The pressure of content creation can be overwhelming but manageable.- Negative comments are rare, and she focuses on positive engagement.- Future aspirations include continuing to grow her platform and help others.Chapters⭕ (00:00) Welcome Sydney Graves⭕ (07:33) The Shift from Midwifery⭕ (13:25) Building a Community⭕ (19:21) The Journey to Australia⭕ (25:15) The Journey to Authorship⭕ (30:31) Navigating Social Media Pressure⭕ (36:00) The Balance of Authenticity and Commercialism⭕ (38:38) Advice for Embracing ChangeEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://link.me/leadingourownway🌐 http://www.leadingourownway.com Newsletters📰 https://substack.com/@leadingourownwayListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/43H0Mr6🎧 Apple: https://apple.co/3J34tOs📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/4a0aQ1F📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C #LeadingOurOwnWay #Midwife #SydneyGraves #LOOW #ADHD
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