Frea O’Brien

Taking Fear Out on a Date

The Majesty of Quiet Presence

(dropping) Pebbles in the Pond

Season 2, Episode 001

In this episode, we explore the nuanced world where introversion meets presence. We often misconstrue presence as an attribute reserved for the extraverts and gregarious, but that’s a myth we ought to debunk.

True presence isn’t about volume; it’s about value.

I am so thrilled to announce, the show will also feature its very first Flourishing Personality – Helen Ferguson. She is an Integrative Trauma Psychotherapist who works around Childhood, Complex & Sexual Trauma guiding integrative body – mind recovery & healing for children & adults.

Key Points

Presence transcends loud charisma
Confidence built on self-awareness
Authenticity empowers introverted leaders

About Helen Ferguson

Helen guides individuals on their healing journey from childhood trauma, CPTSD, sexual abuse.

She says, “Just because something bad happened in your life, doesn’t mean you have to hate yourself for the rest of your life“

Helen is a

Childhood & Complex Trauma, CPTSD, & Sexual Abuse Expert
Clinically Qualified Trauma Psychotherapist guiding you to inner peace
Educator & Trainer for health & social care professionals.

In Joanna’s words,

“Helen epitomises Quiet Presence as she’s calm, appropriately boundaried and the kindest soul I know.

Don’t get me wrong, she is strong with a really positive approach and holds space for her clients with grace and compassion.

She is simply one of my favourite people to mingle with.“

– We could not have said it any better if we tried!

Team – Flourishing Introverts

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Playing to Introvert Strengths

The Majesty of Quiet Presence

(dropping) Pebbles in the Pond

Season 2, Episode 001

In this episode, we explore the nuanced world where introversion meets presence. We often misconstrue presence as an attribute reserved for the extraverts and gregarious, but that’s a myth we ought to debunk.

True presence isn’t about volume; it’s about value.

I am so thrilled to announce, the show will also feature its very first Flourishing Personality – Helen Ferguson. She is an Integrative Trauma Psychotherapist who works around Childhood, Complex & Sexual Trauma guiding integrative body – mind recovery & healing for children & adults.

Key Points

Presence transcends loud charisma
Confidence built on self-awareness
Authenticity empowers introverted leaders

About Helen Ferguson

Helen guides individuals on their healing journey from childhood trauma, CPTSD, sexual abuse.

She says, “Just because something bad happened in your life, doesn’t mean you have to hate yourself for the rest of your life“

Helen is a

Childhood & Complex Trauma, CPTSD, & Sexual Abuse Expert
Clinically Qualified Trauma Psychotherapist guiding you to inner peace
Educator & Trainer for health & social care professionals.

In Joanna’s words,

“Helen epitomises Quiet Presence as she’s calm, appropriately boundaried and the kindest soul I know.

Don’t get me wrong, she is strong with a really positive approach and holds space for her clients with grace and compassion.

She is simply one of my favourite people to mingle with.“

– We could not have said it any better if we tried!

Team – Flourishing Introverts

Connect with Helen

Also checkout...

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Turning the tide with determination..

Nugget of the Week

In the same way that I’m serious about my gratitude practice, I’ve joined Dr David Hamilton’s 21-day Kindfulness experiment and day one started with noticing examples of kindness.

If you’ve been in my world for more than a moment, you’ll know that I’m a big fan of noticing, so the whole experiment started well for me. Dr David encouraged us to notice simple examples of kindness, like when someone lets you stitch in the queue of traffic or holds the lift door for you.

Here’s why I think there is a nugget here for we introverts. Too many introvert memes celebrate an introvert’s joy at the lift doors closing before the other person can get in. Really? The kind soul in me always looks to see if anyone is clearly trying to catch my attention and rushing towards the lift and I hold the doors for them.

So, I’m not here to judge but please notice when you could choose to be kinder and choose that.

This Sh** Really Happened!

One of the people I admire most in the world listened intently as I told him about the book I’m currently writing. After a beautiful introverted pause he said …

… “That’s a fantastic idea”.

Don’t get me wrong, I wasn’t asking for or looking for validation, but when an eminent strategist, author and successful business person says that, I have to admit to feeling more than a tingle of excitement.

Later he sent me a text reiterating his thoughts and wrote this “I love the idea of your book. I think you’re onto a winner!”

November has been marked for book writing and that time is sacrosanct in my calendar.

Coming up, Buttercup!

Come 18 November, I am excited to be on a panel with incredible speakers as we all share our unique perspectives on creating a memorable personal brand.

Meet the speakers:

Clinton Jordan – Known as “The Motivational Vocal Coach,” Clinton teased on how to make your voice a powerful tool in building a brand with impact and authenticity.

Lorraine Milligan – A high-fashion stylist and photographer, Lorraine gave a hint on the art of visual storytelling and how to create a lasting first impression that showcases your best self.

Laura Toop – As the creator of #ProjectMe, Laura gave us a little taste of how overcoming adversity can strengthen your brand, sharing her own journey of resilience and growth.

Joanna Rawbone, yours truly – Founder of Flourishing Introverts, I shared a little preview of my insights on branding from an introvert’s perspective, demonstrating how intentional presence can help introverts shine.

Watch this quick catch-up to get a taste of what’s to come..

To gain deeper insight reserve your FREE place on 18th November 2024 head here.

Watch this amazing episode of (dropping) Pebbles in the Pond, featuring Frea O'Brien

Frea has a pretty traditional background including being a Masters Graduate from London School of Economics. She knows so well how to play to her strengths and her business now is about helping people play to their so they showcase their natural brilliance.

You might be surprised how.

This is a conversation I truly enjoyed and I know will cherish for a long time. Our audience felt the same way too. Here’s a little preview.

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Released this week by the House of Flourishing Introverts.

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I look forward to you tuning in and as you do, and in coming days there is much excitement I have to share with you. Gently and step by step!

Joanna Rawbone
15 November 2024
3 minutes

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This too shall pass

Boundaries are our friends...

Nugget of the Week

When it comes to ‘dealing with the difficult’, we all have our own ways of procrastinating and justifying why we can’t tackle things now, or head on come to that.

The reality is that the longer we leave things the more difficult they become. If we’re leaving them hoping they will improve on their own, more often than not we’ll be disappointed.

More than that, the longer things bubble on for, the more stress we feel, and prolonged, low grade stress is worse for our mental and physical health than the short sharp bursts.
So, do yourself a favour and take the bull by the proverbials. It’s the only thing that really makes sense.

This Sh** Really Happened!

Since when did we stop being able to sit around a camp fire and rationally explore different points of view. However unpalatable someone contrary view may seem to you, that doesn’t necessarily make them a bad person or wrong.

How will we even be able to value diversity if we’re intolerant of difference? Before you get all huffy with me and insist I don’t understand, but do any of us really?

As my dear friend Mary Alice Arthur says, “We’re in the messy middle” and that’s an integral part of being human. So, learn to get down and dirty, embrace the discomfort, and focus on the learning. Because it’s there if we look hard enough for it.