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What you speak you become. Who you become has the potential to change the world.
Gaelene Risk, The Trauma Coach Introductory Video
Surviving the festive season
The festive season is meant to bring with it cheer, joy and goodwill, but the reality is that for many of us this can be an unsettling and difficult time Christmas is the time of year where we remember fond memories, overlook our human flaws and put aside...
Relevant Reflections
The art of relevant reflection is a skill we need to acquire. The easiest fall back pattern is to look at what didn’t work and then find someone to blame for this and then ‘hope’ that next year will be easier on you. As the end of year nears, it seems a...
The Wounded Child, Misunderstood Adult
As a child, did you ever have a negative experience that was emotionally painful or overwhelming? The most significant childhood traumas are being threatened or harmed by those closest to you. Whether you have experienced physical, emotional,...
Confidently You!
Being self-confident means that you are secure in who you are and in your abilities. A core value of self-confidence is trusting yourself Some people have a natural ability to be confident, but for most of us, self-confidence is something we choose to...
Durban Entrepreneurs Club
Surviving the festive season
The festive season is meant to bring with it cheer, joy and goodwill, but the reality is that for many of us this can be an unsettling and difficult time Christmas is the time of year where we remember fond memories, overlook our human flaws and put aside...
Relevant Reflections
The art of relevant reflection is a skill we need to acquire. The easiest fall back pattern is to look at what didn’t work and then find someone to blame for this and then ‘hope’ that next year will be easier on you. As the end of year nears, it seems a...
The Wounded Child, Misunderstood Adult
As a child, did you ever have a negative experience that was emotionally painful or overwhelming? The most significant childhood traumas are being threatened or harmed by those closest to you. Whether you have experienced physical, emotional,...
Confidently You!
Being self-confident means that you are secure in who you are and in your abilities. A core value of self-confidence is trusting yourself Some people have a natural ability to be confident, but for most of us, self-confidence is something we choose to...
4 Powerful Trauma Recovery Tools
Life can be our greatest teacher… Going through something challenging, can cement us so easily in the experience, the emotions and a ‘new’ identity. Knowing how to steer yourself through the unknown and back into the light is the most valuable...
How to Make Time and Effort, Equal Results
Working hard and making sacrifices can only take you so far Do you feel like you are putting in all your effort and energy into making something in your life work, but you are just not seeing the results? Working hard and making sacrifices can only take...
Guest speaker at Miss Ballito semi-finalists workshop
I was the guest speaker at the Miss Ballito semi-finalists preparation workshop, held in Ballito, KwaZulu Natal. I spoke about finding your inner beauty, learning to demonstrate this outwardly and how to impact positively on the world around you.
My weekly column in the North Coast Courier
I am a writer for the North Coast Courier’s online newspaper. My weekly column adds value and guidance on how to succeed in business, grow personally and build relationships. I include relevant topics to expand yourself and open the world you live in through easily...
Orlando with John Travolta, 50 Cent and other celebs
I attended a global event in Orlando with JT Foxx (world’s no. 1 wealth coach), John Travolta (actor and producer), Curtis James Jackson III (known as 50 Cent, rapper, actor, businessman), Calvin Klein (fashion designer), George Ross (best-selling author, former right...
Tycoons of Wealth 2016 at Kylami with JT Foxx
In 2016 I was fortunate to be a speaker at Tycoons of Wealth - a global event held at Theatre on the Track, Kyalami Johannesburg. Achieving your peak performance through the paradigms of individual, relational and wealth creation. I shared the stage with JT Foxx...
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I’m Gaelene, a qualified social worker with practices in JHB and Durban, I specialise in creating a safe space for people who feel lost and paralysed by their experiences. A space where people feel accepted and supported through their journey whilst reclaiming the greatest version of themselves.
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