Today we chat and share about the power of fear and worry, what it really is, the many ways it can be approached and how to not let it govern your life.

When fear and worry kick in, this can be when self care is potentially either lacking or needs to be shifted to cater to what's being brought to your attention. Either way we get the most clarity when self care is prioritised in times of worry and fear.

We share how important it is to look at the facts, and understand that the worst is possible but so is the best, and sometimes worrying about it only attracts more of the possibility of what we don't want.

With the right self care practices that cater to your needs, you can use fear and worry as a tool to level up, reflect and grow without it becoming bigger than you or stealing your power.

If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

In this episode, we dive into the concept of being the "C student"—and why it’s perfectly okay to not always strive for perfection in every area of life. We discuss how the pressure to be 100% in everything can lead to burnout and how adopting a more balanced, relaxed approach can actually lead to growth and well-being.

Key Topics:

• Redefining Success: Why perfection isn’t always necessary and how being "just good enough" can be liberating.
• Letting Go of Pressure: The importance of releasing the need to excel in every area, which helps prevent burnout and fosters better mental health.
• Resilience & Growth: How the C student mindset builds adaptability, resilience, and practical life skills that matter most in the long run.
• Celebrating Progress: Focusing on incremental growth rather than perfection and learning to appreciate small wins.

We talk about how it's okay to be "mediocre" in some areas and how this mindset allows you to thrive without the constant pressure of perfection. Embrace your C-student self, and find balance and joy in the journey!

If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

Today we have a lot of fun getting curious with the idea of what it really means to trust in the process. This gets interesting when you think about how areas of our life and self care benefit from patience and the ability to keep showing up.

We share what we feel trusting the process means, and why once you lean into trusting the process, you become bigger in yourself, through developing a safe relationship around the idea that slow (smart) and steady race really does win.

It possible that people give up right before they were about to experience a breakthrough. Even us and we know it!

Maintain that new goal for a year this time.....see what happens ;)

Where do you need to trust more, and remind yourself that good things take time, and great things take even longer.

If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

Today we want to get real, raw and honest and talk about very rare occasions in life that can happen called, the breaking points. The moment when you feel like you've hit a wall and everything closes in on you. When everything feels like it's either going wrong or you simply have lost control of your emotions, a type of rock bottom feeling for a day or even an hour.

It is normal, it is healthy and it is a real part of life that we shouldn't be afraid to address, express and share with people who know us best.

When was the last time you had a moment like this? What were you ignoring? What did it teach you? And how did you recover from it?

Join us and we share experiences from our own personal lives and how we explain that "Breaking Point" in life can be truly life changing and extremely positive when we have the ability to reflect, and have a calm approach towards ourselves once the storm has passed.

If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

We are so grateful and privileged to have Mr Scott Collins return to the Press Pause Podcast. Scott is the Director and Founder of Grasses of Life and has been a Naturopath for 17+ years. He has developed grasses of life which focuses of super foods over the last 10years. Grasses of Life has since become a leader in functional foods, specialising in detox foods.

In this episode we discussed many questions around Gut Health. We look at life from all angles to take a closer look at how not only food can harm our gut but also how we live our daily lives can affect the well being of our gut.

Stress, food, and sleep are just some of the topics we go into to explain what limits our gut from functioning optimally. Scott also has a fantastic Gut Food product he developed himself to support the gut and the repair of the gut lining.

Join us to get a wide idea of what can be harming your gut and also how small life habits like lowering stress or having regular sleep can make a huge difference.

To contact Scott Collins you can find him at grassesoflife.com.au or sales@grassesoflife.com.au
Prebiotic Gut Food: https://www.grassesoflife.co.nz/product/pre-biotic-gut-food-with-bio-fermented-l-glutamine/

If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

Today we ask ourselves "What is it that you're avoiding?", "Why?", and "What cost is that having on your life.'?

We also get involved and answer these questions with you. We encourage you to sit and pause and to do genuine enquiry around what's something that you avoid, that may be having a bigger impact than you think.

If nothing comes up for you, just sit with it a bit longer. It could be as simple as making your own food instead of buying takeaways, looking after your teeth, or having an important conversation with your partner or loved one.

Perhaps starting a new career or workout practice, having more fun and less stress. What ever it is we want you to imagine "How would life be and feel for you, if you faced this one thing?

Big or small, when we create a practice of facing things that we continue to put off, we're not only improving the quality of our lives, we are listening and tuning in to what our bodies or intuition is telling us.

If you would like more support with your self-care, you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

In this heartfelt episode, we explore the vital role family plays in our overall well-being, identity, and personal growth.

Whether it’s the family we’re born into or the one we choose, our closest connections shape how we navigate life’s challenges and celebrate its joys.

We talk about how healthy family dynamics provide emotional support, a sense of belonging, and a strong foundation for self-worth. We also touch on how family can be both a mirror and a motivator, helping us grow, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters.

Expect gentle reflections, real-life stories, and a few practical reminders to reconnect with your loved ones—however family looks for you.

Tune in if you’re seeking to deepen your relationships or simply want to be reminded of the strength, love, and grounding that family can bring.

If you would like more support with your self-care, you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com

How is your ability to receive?

Do you shake it off if someone gives you a compliment? Do you prefer just to be the giver? How is abundance flowing in and out of your life?

Today we talk about what the power of receiving does to your life, and how it can have an effect on our self care if we choose to be closed off to receiving. I say choose because it is a choice and sometimes some of us can't see where our blind spots are, and we make excuses because we have everything under control and don't require any input from outside of ourselves.

It's important to allow energy, opportunity, and love in. It shows up in many forms. If we trust and allow ourselves to receive it, we are able to full our cup much more often than what we may do on our own. It can be hard trying fill our cup all by ourselves. Eventually having input from another human or experience gives us life, and we are actually able to give more.

Ask yourself a question, am I open? How do I receive? See what comes up and continue to explore that, see where it takes you!

If you would like more support with your self-care, you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms.
Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have.

Katrina - katrina@katrinafovakis.com
Lauren - grassesoflifenz@gmail.com