Holiday Reflections from Kobie Allison
As the year draws to a close, it offers a natural pause to reflect on the journey we've travelled—both the challenges faced and the joys celebrated. This moment invites us to embrace gratitude for what we’ve learned, acknowledge the growth, and look ahead with warmth and hope for possibilities. Let’s welcome the coming year with open hearts, ready to embrace new opportunities and continue our journey of growth and self-discovery.
Celebrating Growth: Highlights and Milestones
Transformative Events That Inspired Change
This year, several inspiring events brought our community together. On 11 May 2024, the Self Love Morning Tea celebrated self-love and connection. Held on the Sunshine Coast, the event was a collaboration between Self Events Co and Modern Minds. Guests shared a beautiful morning tea, during which Kobie Allison spoke about self-worth, challenging the inner critic, and setting realistic personal expectations. Attendees, including mums and friends, left feeling supported and uplifted.
In April, the Female Business Networking Event provided a platform for women leaders to connect and collaborate. Hosted by Females Doing Cool Shit in Noosaville, this gathering featured outstanding guest speakers, including Kobie Allison, who shared professional insights and practical tools for growth. The event inspired participants to network, build community, and leave with renewed confidence and motivation.
On 8 March 2024, the Modern Minds International Women’s Day Brunch offered a safe and empowering space to celebrate creativity and connection. Held at Newstead Studios, the event featured a panel of speakers sharing their personal inspirations and creative practices. The discussions encouraged attendees to explore their own 'why' and embrace creativity in everyday life.
Building Connections Through Networking
April's Female Business Networking Event provided a platform for women leaders to share professional experiences. Through interactive activities and inspiring talks, attendees built meaningful connections, enhancing confidence and motivation. These experiences have enriched my personal life and brought greater depth and empathy to my work. Growth, I’ve found, isn’t about achieving perfection but about continuously showing up for ourselves with honesty and kindness.
Expanding Support and Resources
A significant milestone was the launch of the Wellness Centre, a hub offering guided meditations and diverse mental health resources, making wellness accessible to all. Expanding individual counselling and group therapy services to accommodate a growing number of clients necessitated careful planning and resource management. Balancing the demand for personalised support while maintaining service quality was a complex task.
Overcoming Challenges with Resilience
This year presented challenges, particularly in adapting to the evolving needs of our community. Developing bespoke content, such as tailored meditation sessions for brands, required creativity to ensure alignment with each brand's identity. Through these experiences, our commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychological care has been unwavering. The lessons learned from achievements and challenges have strengthened our resolve to continue supporting individuals on their journey toward mental wellness.
Lessons Learned
This year has been a reminder of how growth often stems from moments of challenge and reflection. One of the biggest lessons has been recognising the value of self-compassion. The constant pursuit of perfection can feel like a heavyweight, but learning to embrace imperfections as part of the journey has brought a sense of freedom and ease. It’s a reminder that being kind to ourselves is as important as showing kindness to others.
Another powerful realisation has been the impact of movement on our mental and physical health. Finding ways to weave gentle activity into daily routines has shown how small, consistent efforts can energise the body and calm the mind. Movement doesn’t have to be intense to be meaningful—it’s about what feels right for each individual.
This year also highlighted the importance of listening to our bodies, especially when it comes to nutrition. Understanding how something as simple as magnesium deficiency can affect well-being has underscored the power of awareness in making choices that support health.
These lessons have shaped a more grounded perspective: one that celebrates balance, prioritises kindness to self, and encourages tuning into what we truly need to thrive.
Personal Growth
This year has been a journey of meaningful self-discovery and growth, marked by intentional choices and small yet impactful changes. One of the most profound growth areas has been learning to set firmer personal and professional boundaries. Saying "no" when needed has felt empowering, creating more room to focus on what aligns with my values and purpose.
Mindfulness has also played a key role in personal growth. Integrating mindful practices into daily life—not just during moments of stress but as a consistent habit—has been transformative. Taking even a few minutes daily to pause, breathe, and reflect has provided clarity and a renewed sense of balance.
Another area of growth has been learning to embrace vulnerability. Sharing personal stories and insights during events and workshops has deepened my connection with others, reaffirming the power of authenticity in fostering meaningful relationships.
Message from Kobie Allison
As I look back on the year, my heart is full of gratitude for the people, experiences, and opportunities that have shaped this journey. To the individuals who trusted me to walk alongside them in their moments of vulnerability and growth—thank you for your courage and openness. Your resilience has been a constant source of inspiration.
I sincerely appreciate the support and encouragement from colleagues, friends, and family. Their belief in my vision and their unwavering kindness have reminded me of the strength in the community. Every shared moment has been a gift, whether a simple conversation or a collaborative project.
The experiences of the past year—both joyous and challenging—have reinforced the value of pausing to reflect. In these quiet moments, we often find the most profound lessons, reminding us of our capacity to grow and adapt.
Gratitude transforms how we see our lives, shifting our focus to the abundance of what we already have and what lies ahead.