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“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair.” Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two CitiesI have often thought that this beautiful passage by Charles Dickens sums up the very nature of the world we live in, but it has also felt poignant in my own life over the past few weeks.The day before we welcomed another darling granddaughter, Chris' mother was moved into palliative care after a massive stroke. And just a week after that, I had the launch of Quietly Confident at @thenookgallery in Mornington.While all of this has felt like something of an emotional rollercoaster ride, it has also been a been a moving and beautiful time. I have been touched by the kindness and generosity of people and I've felt a heightened sense of awareness of the preciousness of life. With this in mind, I've spent less time on social media and more time with the people I love. Less adding tasks to my list and more embracing the stillness and peace of nature. Less reading the news and more reading poetry. Less energy worrying about things I can’t change and more remembering that everything eventually passes. Being so close to the beginning and the end of life has reminded me that what matters most are our relationships, including the one with ourselves. Having a kind and open heart, seeking to understand, finding forgiveness and always leading with love. While I’m here I want to say a very big thank you to the truly wonderful @louspargo for making the book launch event so enjoyable, to @chrisjamesphotos for being an absolute hero on the day (and for the pics) and to everyone who joined us for what felt like a truly joyous celebration. 🙌

Quietly Confident is in store now. What a delight to find it alongside Quiet, one of my all-time favourite books by @susancainauthor 🙌If you’re around next Saturday I would love you to join us in Mornington for the launch event. Details via the link in my bio. ✨#quietlyconfident #booklaunch

In recent weeks, I've been reminded that there is nothing quite as good for the soul as a dip in the bay, particularly when it’s this crystal clear. The upside of the summery days that have arrived so late. I'm hoping that this gorgeous photo by @chrisjamesphotos will be enough to entice you to make a trip to the beach while the days are still warm. Make sure you spend a little time floating on your back, taking in the magic feeling of being held by the water and savouring the beauty of a big blue sky. And if you’re in a part of the world where the sun isn’t shining or the coast is some distance away, I hope you can embrace the beauty of nature in your own way this week. 🌿

I would love you to join me on Saturday 6 April at The Nook @thenookgallery in Mornington where I'll be chatting with my wonderful friend and colleague, the very down-to-earth and engaging Lou Spargo.Lou and I will explore the content in my book including how we might adopt a more human definition of what it means to have confidence and be 'successful'. It's my hope that with a better understanding of an introvert's many invaluable gifts, you'll learn how to tap into your infinite worth and the confidence that already exists within each of us.Arrive at 2pm for tea and cake, followed by a one-hour conversation between Lou and I, with book signings to follow.Date: Saturday 6 April Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pmLocation: The Nook Gallery & Studios, MorningtonCost: Free event but booking required via the link in my bioIf you can't make it to this one, I'll be taking the book on the road over the coming months so keep an eye out for more dates and locations very soon.#booklaunchmelbourne #quietlyconfident #morningtonpeninsulaevents

One of the questions I am most often asked is how to overcome a fear of public speaking. For years I had the same fear (in a very significant way) so I thought I’d share a little of my own story in the hope that it might help you believe that it is possible. When I first started my business, I had a dream of hosting a meditation retreat one day but the idea of speaking in front of a group (even a tiny one), absolutely terrified me. I figured that the retreat was something I would dream about, but quite possibly never do.Eventually though, I found the courage to run a beginner's meditation class for six lovely women and despite feeling sick with nerves before every class, it was meaningful to feel that I was making a difference. The women in the group weren’t fussed about my imperfect delivery - they just valued coming together each week to meditate. As the years went on, my dream didn't fade and over time, my courage grew. In 2010, I finally felt ready and late that year I ran my first meditation retreat in Byron Bay. I can still remember how incredible it felt to sit in that circle of women. And all of these years later, the week we spend each November in Byron Bay is still the best thing. I share this story in the hope that it might remind you not to give up on your dreams. Even if they take years to come to fruition, with tiny and regular steps, it really is possible to build your confidence and do things that you currently find quite terrifying. ✨

Last week, two beautiful friends sent me the same poem – an unexpected and delightful coincidence. I thought I'd share it with you too. Joy Chose You by Donna AshworthJoy does not arrive with a fanfare on a red carpet strewnwith the flowers of a perfect lifejoy sneaks inas you pour a cup of coffee watching the sunlighthit your favourite tree, just rightand you usher joy away because you are not ready for her your house is not as it should be for such a distinguished guestbut joy cares nothing for your messy home or your bank-balance, or your waistline, you seejoy is supposed to slither through the cracks of your imperfect lifethat’s how joy worksyou cannot truly invite heryou can only be ready when she appears and hug her with meaningbecause in this very momentjoy chose you. ✨Thank you @chookleaf and @simbeever. I loved it 🙏Donna's most recent book is Wild Hope – maybe one to add to your collection. Have a beautiful week. Kate x

I feel like I've been talking about this book for such a long time and finally, it's only a month until it hits the shelves!I can't wait to share this one with you. It's my hope that it will inspire so many of the humble, intelligent and creative people I meet that their voices are as valuable as anyone's.A huge thank you to my publisher @macmillanaus and to Lisa White for the gorgeous cover design.Thanks also to @drrebeccaray and @drcarriehayward for their kind words of support about the book.'A celebration of introversion in a loud and extroverted world. It's not just necessary, it's transformative.' Dr Rebecca Ray'An elegant and stunning unveiling of the true nature of confidence. Kate not only neatly unravels what it means to be authentically confident, but she also illuminates the strength that can be found in being "soft".' Dr Carrie HaywardPre-orders are now open online through all major bookstores. I've included the link in my bio. It’s my hope that this book will inspire you (or someone you care about if you’re buying it as a gift) to truly believe in your worth. ✨

“Over every mountain there is a path, although it may not be seen from the valley.” Theodore RoethkeIf only there was one clear path for all of us. This certainly wasn't the case for me. In finding my way to a career that I love, I changed jobs more times than I care to remember. A couple of people close to me questioned why I was being so fussy. I felt embarrassed and lost and at times, despondent about ever gaining any clarity.Thankfully, I had one great supporter – my husband Chris, who encouraged me to keep searching until I found something I loved. It took over a decade and involved enrolling in (and dropping out of) two different university degrees. It meant continuing to work in jobs that weren’t perfect while juggling parenting and studying. It included making lots of mistakes when I set up my business.But I wouldn't have it any other way.Twenty two years later, I love my work as much as I did the day I started.If you're where I was all those years ago, don't lose hope. And importantly, don't stop searching until you find what you love. Keep listening to your intuition when it tells you that something isn't right for you – and BE fussy, without apology. Your happiness is worth it. ✨

© Kate James 2024

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