Episode 357

In this special International Women’s Day 2026 episode of the UNSCRIPTED Podcast, host Sarah Nicastro is joined by Hannah Knowles, coauthor of Love Notes and keynote speaker at Art of Brilliance, for a thoughtful conversation about self-care, leadership, vulnerability, and the power of small consistent habits.

Together, Sarah and Hannah explore a timely message for women everywhere: prioritizing yourself is not selfish. From navigating guilt and overwhelm to building resilience through everyday habits, this episode is a powerful reminder that the smallest actions often create the biggest shifts.

If you are leading through change, balancing competing priorities, or trying to show up better for yourself and others, this conversation offers practical insight and encouragement you can put into action right away.

What’s Discussed in This Episode

• Why self-care is a strength, not a weakness
• The importance of being kinder to yourself as a woman and leader
• How consistency beats intensity when building healthy habits
• The role of small daily actions in creating meaningful long-term change
• How to use the question “Is this useful?” to manage mental clutter
• What glimmers are and how they help retrain the brain away from negativity
• Why the Eat, Move, Sleep, Relationships framework matters for wellbeing
• How leaders can help teams navigate uncertainty and change more effectively
• Why perspective shapes how people experience change
• The value of transparency, vulnerability, and humanness in leadership
• What “I’ll go first” means in the context of leadership and equality
• How the Give to Gain message connects self-care, role modelling, and collective progress

About the Guest

Hannah Knowles is a keynote speaker and trainer with Art of Brilliance, an organisation focused on helping individuals and teams move from surviving to thriving. She is also the coauthor of Love Notes, a recently released book described as a collection of quotes, short stories, meaningful insights, and moments of lightness centred on what gives life meaning: love.

In her work, Hannah helps people focus on what they can control, build resilience, and take practical steps toward feeling better each day. Her perspective blends wellbeing, leadership, personal growth, and positive action in a way that is both relatable and immediately useful.

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“Start with you. Because, truthfully, that version of you, if you’re looking after you, puts you in a better position to handle the challenges that life can throw at you.” — Hannah Knowles

This episode of the UNSCRIPTED Podcast is a must-watch for leaders, working parents, and women navigating the constant demands of modern life. Sarah Nicastro and Hannah Knowles offer a refreshing conversation on self-care, leadership, resilience, change management, and personal growth, showing that small habits, honest reflection, and the courage to go first can create a lasting ripple effect.

FAQ

What is Episode 357 of the UNSCRIPTED Podcast about?

Episode 357 explores self-care, leadership, change, and the International Women’s Day 2026 theme through a conversation between Sarah Nicastro and Hannah Knowles.

Who is Hannah Knowles?

Hannah Knowles is a keynote speaker and trainer at Art of Brilliance and coauthor of Love Notes.

What are the key themes of this episode?

The episode focuses on self-care, consistency, glimmers, leadership through change, vulnerability, and the idea that prioritising yourself helps you show up better for others.

Why is this episode relevant for leaders?

It offers practical insight into managing uncertainty, supporting teams through change, and modelling healthy, human leadership.