Mojo Mingle

13/03/2026

07/03/2026

I was reflecting today on something that I think is quietly important in relationships and friendships.

Conversation.

When you really think about it, a long-term relationship or friendship is made up of thousands of hours of talking.

Talking while walking.
Talking over dinner.
Talking in the car.
Talking about ideas, memories, frustrations, dreams.

And sometimes you meet someone where conversation just flows.

It made me curious about what actually creates that feeling.

Here are three subtle signs I’ve noticed when two people really click in conversation.

1. The conversation expands ↔️

Instead of drifting or stalling, the conversation grows.

🗣️One person shares something →
🧐 The other asks a curious question →
💡 A new idea appears →
➕ Another perspective is added.

It feels less like taking turns talking and more like building something together.

Those are the conversations where you suddenly realise an hour has passed… and it felt like ten minutes.

2. You feel energised afterwards ⚡️

Some conversations leave you feeling drained.

But when conversational chemistry is strong, you often walk away feeling:
💗 stimulated
🙃 playful
😋 inspired
☺️ mentally alive

That’s often what people mean when they say they were really “vibing” with someone.

3. There’s curiosity about each other’s inner world 🌀

Not just what happened in someone’s life.

But how they experienced it.

Questions like:
🧐 “What did that mean to you?”
🧐 “What made you see it that way?”
🧐 “What did you learn from that?”

That kind of curiosity builds real connection.

•••

It made me realise that conversational chemistry might be one of the quiet foundations of relationships.

Because over a lifetime, couples and friends spend thousands of hours talking together.

When conversation flows, those hours feel like:
😇 companionship
😇 discovery
😇 shared meaning

When it’s missing, people sometimes start feeling lonely… even when they’re sitting next to someone.

•••

I’m curious to hear your thoughts.

What makes a conversation feel really good to you?

And have you ever had one of those conversations where you suddenly realise two hours have passed?

01/03/2026

Over the past year, I’ve been paying closer attention to my own EMOTIONAL landscape.

Not in a dramatic way.

Just noticing when my chest tightens.
When I feel defensive.
When I feel misunderstood.
When I suddenly feel exhausted after an interaction.

Instead of blaming the situation, I’ve been asking:

“What’s happening inside me right now?”

That question has changed how I relate to people.

Because emotional intelligence isn’t just about knowing what EMOTIONS are.

It’s about recognising them in real time - and taking responsibility for them.

If you want to enjoy relationships more deeply, here’s how you can develop EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE as an adult:

1.Expand your emotional vocabulary 🗣️

Most adults default to: “I’m fine,” “I’m stressed,” or “I’m annoyed.”

But there’s a big difference between disappointed, rejected, embarrassed, anxious, overwhelmed or hurt.

The more precisely you can name a feeling, the less power it has over you.

2. Notice where emotions live in your body 😡

Emotions aren’t thoughts.

They show up as tight throats, heavy chests, clenched jaws, shallow breathing.

Pause and ask: Where do I feel this?

Awareness is the first step toward regulation.

3. Pause before reacting ⏸️

You don’t need to solve everything immediately.

A short pause can prevent a defensive comment, a shutdown, or an escalation.

Responding consciously builds safety in relationships.

4. Get curious instead of certain 🧐

Instead of “They don’t care,” try “What story am I telling myself?”

Curiosity softens conflict. Certainty hardens it.

5. Learn repair ❤️‍🩹

Emotional intelligence isn’t about never getting triggered.

It’s about being able to say:
“I reacted there.”
“Let me try again.”
“That came out wrong.”

Repair builds trust faster than perfection ever will.

6. Take responsibility for your inner world 💠

Chemistry and shared values matter.

But if you don’t understand your own EMOTIONAL PATTERNS, connection can become heavy or confusing.

Self-awareness creates steadiness.

The more emotionally intelligent you become, the more relationships feel lighter, clearer and more secure.

Not because there’s no discomfort - but because you know how to navigate it.

This is something I’m increasingly passionate about teaching singles.

Not just how to meet someone.

But how to RELATE consciously once you do.

If you’re interested in developing this skill set in a supportive environment, send us a DM with some info about yourself and I’ll share details of upcoming workshops etc

13/02/2026

Have you heard of the wheel of consent? Here’s some light reading for your Valentines Day
(Link in comments)

08/01/2026

So much gratitude for all the beautiful humans who came along for “good conversations” tonight 💛

I loved hearing your stories and what truly matters to you. It was especially lovely to see so many smiles - and to hear the chatter continue long after I’d slipped away.

If you’re feeling inspired and would love more connection, you’re very welcome to join me for more adventures around Melbourne:

• Friday – Street Art Walk + Dinner (Collingwood)
• Saturday – Fitzroy Markets + Brunch
• Sunday – Brighton Beach walk to St Kilda

You’ll find all the details on MeetUp: “Good Conversations Club – Melbourne”

All events are free, relaxed, and a beautiful way to explore Melbourne, meet new people, and enjoy genuine connection 🤩

🎨 Street Art Walk & Conversation - Collingwood https://meetu.ps/e/PKJGR/MrG8K/i

☕ Coffee, Markets & Conversation - Fitzroy https://meetu.ps/e/PKJSQ/MrG8K/i

🏖️Beach Walk & Good Conversation | Brighton to St Kilda https://meetu.ps/e/PKKbB/MrG8K/i

04/01/2026

Offline Valentine was cancelled - and here’s the deeper reason why.

Not because people don’t want to meet singles off the apps - they do.

But because wanting connection (or to meet a deeper desire for love) and being READY to step into it are two different things.

Many single people live full, meaningful lives.

They have careers, friendships, interests, and independence.

They’re not waiting for a relationship to save them.

And yet, when it comes time to actually show up for connection (or to meet that deeper desire for love) familiar blocks often appear:
•staying busy
•procrastination
•self-doubt
•uncertainty about what to say
•fear of rejection or getting it wrong

These blocks often sound like:
“I’m too busy.”
“I can’t afford it.”
“I’m not sure it’s for me.”

Attending an event where there’s a genuine chance of meeting someone special can feel scary and intimidating.

It can bring pressure, especially for people who haven’t yet done the “inner work” to feel truly ready for a relationship.

“Blocks” arise like:
•What if I meet someone I like and they don’t want me?
•What if I say the wrong thing and embarrass myself?
•What if my friends found out I was going and thought I was desperate?

So many protective thoughts surface, not because someone isn’t capable of love, but because the NERVOUS SYSTEM is trying to stay safe.

I know this personally.

For years, I noticed that men were attracted to me when I was simply being myself. Relaxed. Comfortable. Doing what I loved.

When I felt shy or self-conscious around men I was attracted to, that ease disappeared.

That’s when it became clear to me:
we are most attractive when we are our AUTHENTIC selves.

That insight is what led to **Mojo Mingle.**

Mojo Mingle was designed to bring fun-loving, like-minded singles together to enjoy activities they genuinely loved - walking, creating, exploring, sharing meals - so they could relax, be themselves, and naturally build new connections.

And for many people, it worked. 💕

But over the years, I began to notice something else.

People still showed up with doubts and blocks that got in the way of connection - (if they showed up at all to an event)

Sooooo many people requested invitations to events but NEVER attended.

Not because they didn’t want connection.

But because their BLOCKS got in the way.

This is why Mojo Mingle has evolved over the years to include coaching services

And in 2026, the focus is on helping singles clear these INNER blocks and build real confidence from the inside out - so they can show up as THEMSELVES and naturally attract aligned connections in everyday life. 🥰

No pressure.
No performance.
Just real connection, starting from within.

11/12/2025

If you’re craving real connection (without apps, swiping, or awkwardness) – come join us for a free street art photowalk tomorrow at 4pm in Footscray.

Last time we did this in Melbourne, we:
✨ Took heaps of photos
✨ Discovered a random paint-splatter room
✨ Wandered around finding hidden murals
✨ Ate burgers at Grill’d
✨ And almost everyone stayed back for dinner and more chats even after I left

That’s the magic of doing something fun with good people.

If you…
• like exploring
• want to see more of Footscray
• enjoy photography
• love meeting new people
• feel playful
• are curious about riding a mechanical bull
• or just like eating food with others
…you’re invited.

Meet: near Footscray Station (register via link in bio for exact details and map)
Time: 4pm (Fri 12th Dec Tomorrow)
Cost: FREE

DM me the word WALK and I’ll send you the details and link to register.

Let’s make some memories. 💜