In this quietly inspiring dialogue of The Quiet Warrior podcast, Serena Low chats with Jawaria Mahmood, a dynamic advocate from Perth, Western Australia. Jawaria shares her inspiring journey from being an engineer in Pakistan to becoming a trailblazer for bilingual storytime sessions in Australian libraries, a champion for STEM education for young girls, and a dedicated advocate for cyber safety in diverse communities. Her story is one of resilience, cultural pride, and unwavering commitment to making a difference.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Jawaria’s experience as a migrant woman starting over in Australia
• The spark behind her bilingual storytime initiative and how it grew into a national project
• Her work in promoting STEM careers for young girls, especially from migrant backgrounds
• The challenges and importance of cyber safety education for children and vulnerable communities
• Jawaria’s advice for advocates: Start where you are, stay persistent, and keep your purpose in mind

Memorable Quotes:

“A quiet warrior is someone who doesn’t give up when things aren’t working, but looks inward, adapts, and tries again.” – Jawaria Mahmood

Resources and Links Mentioned:

• Connect with Jawaria Mahmood on LinkedIn
• Learn more about the Professional Migrant Women Network and the Undefeated book

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and introduction
02:15 – Jawaria’s journey from Pakistan to Australia
08:30 – The birth of bilingual storytime sessions
15:50 – Advocating for STEM careers for young girls
22:45 – Cyber safety challenges and education
30:10 – Advice for new migrants and building support networks
38:20 – What makes a good advocate and a quiet warrior

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Impostor Syndrome is something most of us struggle with, and people who are conscientious and have high standards of performance and achievement - like introverts and quiet achievers - seem to struggle with it more. Even outwardly successful individuals have admitted to having Impostor Syndrome at some point in their career.

On days when your energy is flat, your mood is low, and you’re unable for whatever reason to believe that you are wise and capable and competent, I want to share a simple tip I learned, that you can put into practice straight off listening to this episode.

It’s called having a Smile File (credit to Thea Orozco for the first time I heard the term).

In short, it’s collating and documenting evidence of your competence every time you receive some kind of external validation e.g. a text message of thanks from someone you helped, a client testimonial, a 5- star Google review of your services or podcast, someone resharing your LinkedIn post.

Any time you are recognized by someone for being yourself or some positive difference you made, take a screenshot and add it to your Smile File.

Listen in to find out what else you must do to solidify and embody this empowered version of you, that was inside you all along.

If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review The Quiet Warrior Podcast on your listening app. Your support helps inspire more introverts and quiet achievers in our communities.

Connect with Serena:

• Subscribe to The Visible Introvert newsletter for weekly tips and stories of how to amplify your quiet strengths without having to act extroverted.
• Join me on LinkedIn where I actively share empowering ways to show up professionally and socially as my highest introverted self.

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• Foster resilience and mental well-being in their families and communities.
• Learn strategies for breaking cycles of trauma and creating safer environments.
• Understand how introverted strengths can lead to profound societal change.
• Gain practical tools and insights for conscious parenting and advocacy.

• The Role of Quiet Leadership in Advocacy: Why introverts possess unique strengths, such as deep listening and thoughtful action, that make them effective agents of change.
• Breaking Generational Cycles: Deborah’s deeply personal journey of healing from trauma and her commitment to raising her son with empathy and accountability.
• Empowering Boys and Men: Addressing the stigma around male vulnerability and the importance of teaching boys emotional intelligence and respect.
• Creating Safer Families: Practical tips for fostering resilience and positive family dynamics while navigating the challenges of modern parenting.
• The Power of the Village: How collaboration, community, and shared values can transform individual efforts into widespread societal change.

• Deborah’s Book: Raising Resilient Families is available on Amazon, Booktopia, and directly through Deborah on Instagram or Facebook.
• Deborah’s Radio Shows:
  • Mindful Moments – An English-language program addressing mental health and societal change.
  • Vaanisai Tamil Radio – Celebrating Tamil language and culture.
• Connect with Deborah:
  Instagram: @DeborahSugirthakumar
  Facebook: Deborah Sugirthakumar

Stay tuned for the next episode, and remember: quiet strength changes lives.

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In this episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, Lisa Carpenter – a master coach, professional athlete, hypnotist, and host of The Full Frontal Living Podcast – shares her transformative journey of overcoming perfectionism, building resilience, and embracing authenticity in leadership and life. With heartfelt honesty, Lisa explores how dismantling labels and self-imposed limitations can unlock greater potential and fulfillment.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Athlete Mindset: Lisa’s journey as a professional athlete and how it taught her resilience, discipline, and the ability to embrace challenges both in the gym and in business.
2. Working from Point B: The power of visualizing success as a done deal and aligning daily actions with that mindset.
3. Redefining Perfectionism: How perfectionism is a coping mechanism and why embracing imperfection fosters growth and connection.
4. Healing the Inner Child: Understanding self-compassion and reparenting as essential tools for personal healing.
5. Challenging Labels: Why stepping beyond self-imposed identities, such as “introvert” or “athlete,” opens up new possibilities for growth.
6. Full Frontal Living: The courage to strip away coping mechanisms and face life’s challenges authentically.

Mentioned Resources:

• The Full Frontal Living Podcast by Lisa Carpenter
• Lisa Carpenter’s website: lisacarpenter.ca
• Instagram: @lisacarpenterinc

Actionable Takeaways:

• Challenge Your Identity: Examine the labels you attach to yourself and explore how they may be limiting your growth.
• Adopt the Athlete Mindset: Embrace discipline and non-negotiables to achieve your goals, whether in fitness, business, or personal life.
• Practice Self-Compassion: Acknowledge your imperfections and approach yourself with kindness and curiosity.
• Be Responsible for Your Energy: Recognize the energy you bring to a room and lead with intention and authenticity.

Follow-Up Actions:

• Subscribe to Lisa’s podcast and explore her private podcast offerings.
• Reflect on areas in your life where you might be clinging to perfectionism or labels.
• Practice small steps to connect with others authentically, especially as a quieter or introverted person.

Connect with Serena:

Rate and review The Quiet Warrior Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify.

• Subscribe to The Visible Introvert newsletter for weekly tips.
• Join me on LinkedIn where I share empowering ways to show up as an introvert in the workplace and as a business owner

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In this inspiring episode, I speak with Amira Alvarez, founder of The Unstoppable Woman, about what it means to be unstoppable, and how introverts and quiet achievers can step into their power. Amira shares her personal journey, how she overcame invisible barriers, and the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies in life and business. She provides practical insights into powering through self-limiting beliefs, learning to receive, and using faith and intellect to take bold steps toward creating an exquisite life.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Amira’s Personal Story:
   • Transition from a comfortable, structured life to entrepreneurship and coaching.
   • Realizing the need to change deep-seated beliefs about success, money, and identity.
2. The Concept of Invisible Barriers:
   • How unconscious beliefs block progress.
   • Recognizing and moving through emotional and mental blocks, even when it feels uncomfortable.
3. Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies:
   • Using masculine energy for structure, discipline, and focus.
   • Embracing feminine energy for creativity, intuition, and receptivity.
   • Achieving harmony to live a more integrated and fulfilling life.
4. Overcoming the Fear of Mistakes:
   • Shifting from a mindset of perfectionism to embracing learning from mistakes.
   • Letting go of childhood beliefs that equate mistakes with unworthiness.
5. Living an Exquisite Life:
   • Understanding that an exquisite life is unique to each individual.
   • Tuning into your true nature and allowing life to unfold authentically.
   • Trusting intuition and taking inspired action.

Guest Bio:

Amira Alvarez, Founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman® and host of The Unstoppable Woman® podcast, is a celebrated entrepreneur, who inspires already

accomplished women to achieve further financial wealth and success while leading fulfilling lives.

Unwilling to compromise her drive for success, she crafted a methodology for an exquisite life, allowing individuals to embrace their inner drive while finding deep fulfillment. Her path guides high-achieving women toward a life rich inside and out, where they realize their dreams without diminishing their hard-earned successes.

Resources Mentioned:

• Visit Amira Alvarez’s website: TheUnstoppableWoman.com to explore her private podcast and book a consult with her.
  
  

Connect with Serena Low:

• Rate and review The Quiet Warrior Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify.
• Follow Serena on Facebook and Instagram: @quietwarriorcoach
• Subscribe to The Visible Introvert newsletter for weekly tips.

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Key Topics Explored:

• Birgit’s journey of discovering her introversion and learning to embrace it
• The layers of introversion and how it manifests differently for each person
• Understanding energy management as an introvert
• The concept of "music mindfulness" and its impact on emotional well-being
• How music has supported Birgit’s personal and professional growth
• Living on the "B side" of life: finding hidden strengths and unexpected treasures
• How music can be used to help with stress relief, productivity, and emotional balance
• The importance of gradually stepping into the spotlight as an introvert
  
  

Memorable Quotes:

• "Introversion is all about energy—how quickly we are depleted and how we recharge."
• "Music is like my red line, my best friend. It helps me process my emotions and find balance."
• "Introverts have hidden strengths, like the B side of a record—full of surprises waiting to be discovered."
  
  

Guest Bio:

Birgit Livesey is a mindfulness guide and host of the podcast Living on the B Side, where she combines her love of music with her passion for helping introverts find harmony in their lives. Through music mindfulness, Birgit teaches others how to use music intentionally to enhance emotional and mental well-being, manage stress, and boost productivity. She believes that by tuning into the power of music, we can create more balance and joy in our daily lives.

Connect with Birgit Livesey:

• Podcast: Living on the B Side
• Facebook Group: Join the Community
• Ebook: 5 Little Known Music Strategies for Harmony
  
  

Call to Action:

If you enjoyed this episode, remember to subscribe, rate, and review The Quiet Warrior Podcast.

Share this episode with friends who might resonate with the idea of using music as a tool for emotional well-being and embracing their introversion.

Stay tuned for more insights about the quiet strengths of introverts HERE.

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Key Topics Covered:

• The Journey of Self-Discovery:
  
  Lillian recounts her path of recognizing her HSP and empath traits, her transformative "aha moments" and how these realizations empowered her to embrace who she is without apology.
  
  
• What it Means to Be an HSP and Empath:
  
  Traits associated with being an HSP, including sensitivity to sound, light, and others' emotions. The importance of setting boundaries as an empath, learning to "observe, not absorb."
  
  
• Challenges in Childhood and the Role of Support:
  
  Reflecting on her childhood, Lillian talks about how she struggled to fit in and how she now helps children embrace their sensitivity. Both Serena and Lillian agree on the need for support systems in schools to help sensitive children feel validated and understood.
  
  
• Tools for Thriving as a Sensitive Person:
  
  Practical strategies for managing sensitivity in the workplace, such as preparing thoughts ahead of time and finding comfortable ways to engage with colleagues.
  
  
• Breaking the Cycle in Parenting:
  
  Serena and Lillian touch on the power of self-awareness in breaking generational cycles of trauma and building resilience in children, and the importance of giving children—and their parents—the knowledge to understand and embrace sensitivity.
  
  

Notable Quotes:

• "Observe, don’t absorb." – Lillian Powell
• "It’s important to look past labels and embrace our evolving identities." – Lillian Powell
  
  

Resources Mentioned:

• Generativity Coaching Website
• Dr. Elaine Aron’s books on HSP, including The Highly Sensitive Person

Connect with Us:

• Follow Lillian Powell on Instagram and LinkedIn
• Subscribe, rate, and share The Quiet Warrior Podcast
  
  

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