Christmas Boundaries Every Mum Needs || A Conversation with Serena Dodd, The Aliveness Coach

In this episode of the Real Life Real Kitchen podcast, host Zoe Willis speaks with Serena Dodd, the Aliveness Coach, about the transformative power of coaching and creating personal boundaries (especially for busy mums!) during the Christmas season.

They explore the differences between coaching and therapy, the importance of self-worth, and how to identify and manage energy drains in relationships. Serena emphasizes the need for clients to engage actively in their growth and the significance of setting boundaries to protect one's energy, especially for mothers balancing multiple responsibilities.

In this conversation, Serena and Zoe explore the complexities of managing family dynamics, particularly during the holiday season. They discuss the importance of mindfulness, personal power, and the ability to observe relationships with compassion. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of curiosity in communication, the practice of letting go of expectations, and the empowerment that comes from delegation.

They also touch on the evolving roles of women in both family and career contexts, highlighting the need for choice and flexibility in navigating these dynamics.

Welcome to the Real Life. Real Kitchen Podcast with your host, Zoë F. Willis, English mother-of-many, Mum Mentor, and your host at this weekly gathering of real talk, real food, and real family life.

Each week I sit down with someone whose work nourishes minds, bodies, or communities. From the kitchen table to the wider world, these are the quiet voices making a loud difference.

👤 About Serena Dodd

I’m Serena Dodd, known as The Aliveness Coach. I work with people who look successful on the outside but quietly feel stuck, disconnected, or like they’ve lost their spark. My focus is on moving them out of autopilot and back into a life and business that feel alive, purposeful, and energising.

I’m also the founder of Fly – The Coaches Network, a community for established coaches who are tired of figuring it all out alone. Fly gives them the connection, confidence, and clarity to grow their business while staying true to the work they’re here to lead.

My background spans 20 years in global events and television before I made a bold shift into coaching. I now combine performance coaching, positive psychology, and breathwork with a direct, practical approach to create real change.

🌐 Where to Find Serena

• Website: https://www.serenadodd.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamserenadodd/
• Other: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serenadodd/

🧰 Links & Resources Mentioned

📝 Command the Chaos – The Mum Life Management Planner

https://realliferealkitchen.com/mum-life-management-planner/

💌 Join The Kitchen Correspondence – my weekly letter with episodes, reflections & family food wisdom

https://realliferealkitchen.myflodesk.com/socials

☕ Support the Show – help keep the kettle on and the podcast going

https://the-real-life-real-kitchen.captivate.fm/support

📗The Let Them Theory, by Mel Robbins

https://amzn.to/4iZvR0V

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