Mindful Living Guide with Stephen Downey

24/01/2026

I casually told Brené Brown at Pendulum Summit that she inspired me to be vulnerable and do a TEDx talk but I never expected she would call me back.

Such a beautiful person.

27/09/2025

As part of my video series of 100 Mindful Moments, that I am sharing in. Mindful Living Guide Community, today I decided to seize an opportunity after and ask Irish presidential candidate Jim Gavin about a moment that was significant in his life.

12/05/2025

I don't often talk publicly about my IT Consulting so it was a nice change to join Icon Accounting for a chat about Contracting recently. Of course I managed to also to chat about the power of Mindset for Contractors.

You can find all the links below to list or watch the episode

Stephen

🎙️ Season Two, Episode Two is live!

In this episode of Iconic Insights, we sit down with long-time IT contractor Stephen Downey, who reflects on his 19-year journey in the world of contracting — from the dot-com boom to the present day. 💼 We discuss navigating career pivots to managing stress during contract breaks, and Stephen highlights the power of mindset, resilience, and how you can plan for long-term success.

Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or just starting out, this episode is full of honest, relatable insight and career-changing perspective.

Listen/Watch to the podcast now:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/IYX5Yjuxhl4

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vjHnMwE6pNVwy1oJ6p0J4

Acast: https://shows.acast.com/iconicinsights/episodes/mindset-matter-with-stephen-downey

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dc7e3df6-945d-4acd-9409-355ef1fd02ae/episodes/99a77cbd-d1d8-4ca7-b87d-368f7eb3e557/iconic-insights-mindset-matters-with-stephen-downey

08/07/2024

For anyone going through a Healing journey

09/05/2024

If anyone is free at 8pm and on Instagram, I'll be going live on Niamh McDonnells page below for a chat about Mindfulness and Mindful Living

6,347 Followers, 160 Following, 2,097 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Niamh McDonnell Mindset Coach ()

18/04/2024

I really enjoyed talking to the members of the Amanda Delaney - We Can & We Will network last night about Imposter Syndrome and how approaching it with Curiosity and a Beginners Mind, can help you to find your next move. Whether that in Life or Business.

My new giant Rubix cube made an appearance again with a live demo. ( I do love a good Prop)

Thank you Amanda Delaney Business Mentor, Ian Delaney - Irish Artist and all the members of this incredible network for an unforgettable night.

I hope my talk has inspired you to change your Perception, take Action and find your next move....

10/04/2024

A fantastic night, listen to Hussey chatting to Clare McKenna as part of Dublin Book Festival

It was my first time hearing Gerry talk and so much of what he spoke about really resonated with me and my soul. From our coming from a place of Love to the power of Forgiveness, Compassion and taking ownership of your future.

I was delighted to get to talk to Gerry and Clare afterwards but the big bonus was bumping into Begealcoaching and catching up.

I'm now Manifesting my own Dublin Book Festival event for The Mindful Living Guide Book, out 2025.....

25/03/2024

I am really looking forward to sharing my new talk, The Curious Imposter at Amanda Delaney Business Mentor next month.
Make sure to get your tickets before it sells out.

𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗱𝘅 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗻 & 𝗪𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 in fact he is no stranger to speaking at We Can & We Will.

His first public talk, on his journey to speak at TEDx, was in 2018 at a We Can & We Will event.

The following year, Stephen was awarded the Rising Star Award at We Can & We Will. An award he is extremely proud of.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite

About Stephen
Stephen's career in the IT Industry has seen many ups and downs. From burnout, crippling anxiety to overwhelming grief.

He turned to Mindfulness to help navigate these ups and downs.

He is passionate about appreciating those little Moment in life, that we often take for granted. Whether that is in our Personal life or our Business.

His Podcast, the Mindful Living Guide, has been featured in the top 10 most listened to Podcasts in Ireland for Mental Health.

His TEDx talk entitled, The Value of a Moment, has been watched by 1000's the TEDx YouTube channel.

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿
Since becoming a professional Speaker Stephen has been plagued by that little voice in his head, asking if he is good enough. Stephen is going to talk about the imposter syndrome, that many of us suffer from and practical steps we can take to overcome it.

19/03/2024

I'm really looking forward to speaking at the Ireland Region this Saturday.

I'll be chatting about Pattern, Perspective and Imposter Syndrome

If speaking is part of your work and you are interested in finding out more about the PSA, please come along. We are the fastest growing region and love supporting our fellow speakers to Speak more and Stand Out.

Tickets
https://thepsa.co.uk/event/psa-ireland-march-2024-we-are-marching-on-to-standing-out/

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