Motivational Speaking

 I first started public speaking three years ago at the Launch of Liftoff. I single handedly co-ordinated a 'Healthy Lifestyle Expo' in Brisbane. I was a nervous wreck and in shock that I had a achieved such a successful day! I later wrote down what it was that I had done to pull this together. I realised that I am not a dreamer! I visualize something and I make it work by putting together small goals and action plans. I then go about getting them achieved one at a time.

I used the same system with Lifoff. I visualized myself teaching people yoga and training people on stress management and getting back to the basics of enjoying life. I knew I had to be qualified so that was my priority. I knew I needed premises and set about finding that etc.. untill finally I was ready to start and I began a small business - for the first time in my life -out of a visualization!

I am a great believer in doing and not talking about doing! However I was a slow learner and did not begin to think like this until I was 36 years old. So many people want to do something BUT for whatever reason they can't. Look at your reasons and begin to work on them and eventually you will realise that they are excuses. Unfortunately so many of us are immobilized because they are terrified of failure!  It sounds hard but it's true - you can't achieve unless you make mistakes. My philosophy of life is to get into it and don't waste a minute worrying about the things you cannot change. My yoga teachings bring me to a place as a trainer that I am very calm and enjoy every moment without living in the past or future. Yoga philosphy is about being kind to yourself when you struggle but continue to practice and celebrate your achievments with a full and confident heart.

"Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act. There is no other route to success" Pablo Picasso.

My talks are always full of humour and I genuinely enjoy doing what I do. I always end the session with a short meditation. I have been astounded to find that I have stopped an entire Expo on its tracks with stall holders and visitors all standing or sitting silently, hands in yoga mudra, eyes closed. gently smiling and with hearts singing.

I have spoken at Expo's, Community centres, Women's groups, Returning to the workforce workshops and various Corporate gatherings.

I am available to talk at your next group meeting. Please phone me Karen Louise Klenner on 3206 1505 

'Thank you Karen, we had the most amazing, relaxing and peaceful pampering session at your studio.

The afternoon was a truly great journey educating and balancing us, and leaving us all on a personal high. Thank you again'

October 2008 women2work participants.