Shift Happens
Season 1
Working SMARTS, not hard
What is stress, and is it always bad for you
Living on Purpose the benefits of knowing your Why
by Maggie Webber
What separates people who achieve their biggest goals from those who don't? In this episode, success coach Maggie Webber breaks down one of the five core principles of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) — Know Your Outcome — and reveals the powerful SMARTS formula for setting goals that actually work. Maggie walks you through each step of the SMARTS framework: S – Be Specific about what you want M – Make it Measurable and Meaningful A – Write goals As If Now, in the present tense R – Keep it Realistic and Relevant to you T – Set a clear Timeline S – Smile, because success is already on its way You'll also hear Maggie's remarkable personal story of how she used the power of intention to purchase her first property — with zero deposit — in under a year, and why reading your goals every morning and night activates the brain's reticular activating system to fast-track your results. Whether you're setting career goals, financial intentions, or personal milestones, this episode gives you a proven, step-by-step system used by NASA moon missions and Olympic-level athletes alike.
What if some of the stress in your life is actually good for you? In this episode, Maggie Webber explores the surprising science of stress — and why not all stress is created equal. Maggie breaks down the three types of stress — eustress (the good kind), acute stress, and chronic stress — and explains how your perception of a stressor is often more powerful than the stressor itself. From roller coasters to road rage, from workaholism to heart attack statistics, this episode unpacks how your nervous system and hormonal system respond to stress and what you can do to tip the balance in your favour. You'll learn practical strategies to reduce chronic stress, reframe perceived threats as exciting challenges, and intentionally add positive stress to your life — so you can feel energised, motivated, and balanced rather than burnt out. In this episode What is eustress — and why you actually need it The difference between acute stress and chronic stress Why stress is an "inside job" (and what that means for your health) How chronic stress leads to physical and emotional burnout How to shift your perception and turn bad stress into good stress The role of homeostasis in your autonomic nervous system Practical ways to add healthy, positive stress to your daily life
Why do so many people set goals — and still fail to reach them? Life coach Maggie Weber says the answer almost always comes down to one thing: they haven't found their why. In this episode, Maggie shares the personal turning point that filled what she describes as "a big black hole" in her chest — despite having five homes around the world and access to every material comfort imaginable. It was a meeting with Deepak Chopra that finally revealed her life's purpose, and everything changed from there. Drawing on her experience as a coach, Maggie breaks down why discovering your why is the essential first step before setting any goal — or as she prefers to call them, intentions. In this episode you'll discover: • Why goals without purpose rarely stick — and what to do instead • How your why unlocks passion, values, and a life lived in flow • The airplane analogy that reframes going "off track" as part of the journey • Why people who know their purpose experience more synchronicity and serendipity • How living a purpose-driven life brings clarity, focus, trust, and grace
What does it really mean to stay "young at heart" — and could your mindset actually be changing your biology? In this premiere episode, we explore the powerful connection between a youthful attitude and your physical health. Discover how your thoughts, emotions, and outlook on life directly influence your immune system, energy levels, and even how you age. Whether you're 35 or 75, learn why cultivating a positive, playful, and purpose-driven mindset isn't just good for your mood — it's one of the best things you can do for your body. Tune in to find out what the science says, and walk away with practical ways to nurture the young-at-heart lifestyle your body is literally thanking you for. In this episode: The mind-body connection and why attitude affects aging How staying curious and joyful supports your immune health Simple, science-backed habits to feel younger from the inside out Subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who needs a reminder that age is more than just a number.