165. Faith, trust & intuition to follow what you can’t explain with Michelle Gardiner

<p>Have you ever had a feeling you couldn&#39;t explain... but knew you needed to follow it?</p><p> </p><p>In this conversation, I talk with <strong>Michelle Gardner</strong>, founder of The Aspire Series, about finding the courage to follow your calling, even when the next step makes no logical sense.</p><p>What began as a short trip to Bali unexpectedly became a life-changing journey that took Michelle around the world, challenged everything she thought she knew about success, and ultimately reshaped the work she&#39;s now doing with women across the globe.</p><p>Together, we unpack the relationship between courage, faith, trust, and intuition, and why some of the most significant moments in our lives begin long before we have all the answers. </p><p>We also explore the power of listening to yourself, embracing uncertainty, and allowing life to flow in ways you never could have planned.</p><p>If you&#39;ve ever felt pulled towards something you can&#39;t put your finger on, questioned whether to follow your instincts, or sensed there&#39;s another chapter waiting for you, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that courage doesn&#39;t need certainty... it simply needs you to trust yourself enough to take the next step.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key takeaways</strong></p><p>o   Why faith, trust, and intuition often lead us where certainty never can.</p><p>o   How one idea became a global movement connecting women from 52 countries.</p><p>o   What 225 women&#39;s stories revealed about what we all have in common.</p><p>o   The unexpected lesson Bali taught Michelle about surrender and success.</p><p>o   Why your purpose is often hidden inside your own story.</p><p>o   The difference between building a successful life... and an aligned one.</p><p>o   How trusting what you can&#39;t explain can change everything.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Find out more or follow Michelle:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.theaspireseries.com/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Aspire Series</a>   </p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelle_gardiner_au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@michelle_gardiner_au</a>    </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Aspire-Series/100064207654584/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Aspire Series</a>     </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-gardiner-b4686789/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Michelle Gardiner</a>  </p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.theaspireseries.com/the-aspire-summit?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGn-aqtsVHm0bvJPXRQlLMLGJ_YYv33U6SuDBZk8SxxKg-cYwFM2RUIwKnrcfU_aem_81WSQqbGSgW6p1P2TRHRNQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>The Aspire Summit - BALI </strong></a><strong> </strong>15-19 August 2026.   </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>COURAGEOUS ME – THE BOOK </strong></p><p>Grab your copy of <a href="https://kimpayne.com.au/book/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Courageous Me </a>– The courage to turn someday into today. </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>SOMEDAY to TODAY –</strong><a href="https://kimpayne.com.au/events" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong> event</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><p>A one-day transformational experience for women who are done waiting for &#39;someday&#39;.</p><p>Friday 9 October 2026</p><p><a href="https://kimpayne.com.au/events" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Find out more and grab your spot here.</a>       </p><p> </p><p><strong>Where to find me: </strong></p><p>Website: <a href="www.kimpayne.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Kim Payne</a>   </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="www.linkedin.com/in/kimpayne9rok/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Kim Payne</a> </p><p>Instagram: <a href="www.instagram.com/iamkimpayne/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@iamkimpayne</a>  </p><p>Facebook: