From High-Stakes Solicitor to Wellbeing Coach: A chat with Annie Part two

Episode Summary

In this episode, Annie continues to share her transformative journey from a high-pressure career as a family lawyer to her current role as a health and wellbeing coach. After a life-altering trip to New York that served as a catalyst for change, Annie realized she could no longer sustain the stress and constant deadlines of her legal practice. She discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career with motherhood, her transition into "Bodies Before Business" coaching, and the importance of maintaining meaningful professional relationships while prioritizing personal health.

Show Notes

• The Catalyst for Change: Annie discusses how a three-week trip to New York with her husband helped her reconnect with joy and clarity, leading to a courageous decision to reshape her life.
• The Reality of the "Return": Returning to Australia and facing a mountain of emails, Annie quickly realized her body could no longer handle the habitual tension of her full-time legal role.
• Career Evolution: From running corporate health programs in the 1990s to becoming a family lawyer and eventually pivoting back to coaching, Annie explores the cyclical nature of her professional path.
• Defining Success in Law: Annie reflects on her time as a solicitor, defining success as helping clients navigate the "messiness" of separation and moving them toward a stable future.
• "Bodies Before Business": An introduction to Annie’s current coaching program, which helps senior lawyers and law firm owners avoid burnout and prioritize their wellbeing.
• The Power of Connection: Annie emphasizes the value of her "Central West Therapy Group"—a close-knit circle of colleagues who provided essential support during her most challenging health and professional moments.

You can find Annie at https://anniesievers.com/

Instagram @anniessievers

Facebook @Annie Sievers

Books mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Lisa Miller https://www.lisamillerphd.com/ The Awakened Brain

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar https://www.draditi.com/ The 5 Reset- Your Personalized Roadmap to Rewire Your Brain

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