Episode 5

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Published on:

19th Aug 2025

Day 5 — From Panic to Plan

The mission clicked: help practitioners use AI to reach more people—safely, ethically, and in their own voice. In this session I share the simple plan I’m running for the next fortnight and how you can copy it.

You’ll hear:

  • The beginner‑friendly plan I’m using myself
  • Why “solve something small that matters” beats big vague goals
  • A realistic cadence you can keep on part‑time hours

Chapters:

  • 00:13 - Turning Overwhelm into Strategy
  • 01:13 - Empowering Coaches in the Age of AI
  • 01:45 - Exploring AI's Role in Mental Health Care
  • 04:09 - Getting Practical with AI
  • 04:18 - Reflecting on the Journey

Resources:

Download the 30‑Day Starter Plan in the Power Prompts

Book the Strategy Audit to tailor the plan to your stack and channels

Links:

Power Prompts: [link]

Strategy Call/Audit: [Kajabi booking link]

Podcast hub: [hub link]

Transcript
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Yesterday we were mentioning being overwhelmed.

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And what happened after the overwhelm was that I moved from panic to possibility.

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It was time to turn the overwhelm into an actual strategy where I could help people.

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So after weeks of wondering what was happening with AI and finding new avenues of AI and new possibilities and new realizations of how powerful AI is and how it's already integrated into our systems, I finally sat down properly and mapped this out.

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I took a notebook, I took my cup of tea, and I took some proper thinking time.

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And here's what became clear.

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I was getting lost in the bigness, I was getting lost in the fast changes, when actually my piece is quite specific.

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I'm not trying to become a tech guru or promise anyone they'll make millions.

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I'm here for the coaches, for the trainers, for the transformational practitioners who are feeling threatened by AI when they should be feeling empowered.

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Because here's the truth.

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We have skills, skills that are absolutely crucial as AI develops.

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We understand human psychology, we understand language, we know how to ask the powerful questions.

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We're trained in the very language patterns that make AI work.

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The vision crystallized.

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What if we could help practitioners use AI to reach more people during this mental health crisis that seems to be only getting worse, especially in the where you've got two year waiting lists.

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What if instead of being replaced, we became the ones guiding AI towards more conscious, compassionate applications, creating crisis systems for when people just aren't available or can't get in touch with a human being?

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It's not about replacing the human being, it's about dealing with those vital in between times where you actually might save someone's life.

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And this seems less of a tech challenge and more like a mission, a purpose now.

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And, you know, I got really welled up on day one when I was thinking about this, because it really gets me in the heart that this is the reason that I'm looking at AI.

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So I'm looking at how powerful it is going to be and looking at the ways it really can help rather than hinder.

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So this is what five days have taught me so far.

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When something feels too big, it usually means you need to get clearer on the specific piece of it.

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And it's taken me six weeks to get the clarity on how I want to use it strategically to help others, how I want to use it to strategically help others, practitioners, trainers and coaches so they can make a bigger difference in this time.

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So AI is huge, but your contribution doesn't have to solve everything.

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It just needs to be something that matters to you, and as I say, for me, it's helping practitioners see their advantage and use it to help more people in these changing times.

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So what's your specific piece of the AI puzzle?

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What uni skills, perspectives, ideas do you bring?

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Share and if you're ready to explore AI for your practice, look at the link in the bio for some free resources.

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Day six tomorrow and it's time to start getting practical and start building and implementing with AI.

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I hope you've enjoyed these first five days.

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If you have any questions, drop them in the comments DM me or send me an email.

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About the Podcast

Start With AI
Demystifying AI for Real Transformation – Stories, Strategies, Results
Start With AI Podcast
Authentic, Practical AI for Coaches, Practitioners & Change-Makers

Welcome to Start With AI—the podcast where real-world change-makers discover honest, step-by-step ways to use AI in their practice—without the jargon, overwhelm, or hype.

Whether you’re a coach, NLP expert, energy healer or transformational practitioner, you’re in the right place. Each week, we break down the practical, no-fluff actions that help you serve more clients, work smarter, and build a thriving, heart-led business in today’s digital world.

Join your host for candid conversations, live AI clinic sessions, and inspiring stories from practitioners just like you—people stretching, stumbling, and succeeding with simple, human-first AI.
You’ll get bite-sized strategies, myth-busting insights, and support to bring your unique magic forward—always clear, always actionable, always real.

Ready to demystify tech and unlock genuine transformation?
Together, let’s start with AI—honest, human, and made for you.

About your host

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Heather Masters

Hello, I’m Heather V Masters—your host of the Choosing Happy Podcast and a passionate guide for techies, entrepreneurs, and creatives ready to thrive!

As a certified Master coach, NLP trainer/ Master Practitioner, and hypnotist, I bring a unique blend of tools to help you break free from limiting patterns and choose happiness every day.
My journey began with corporate burnout, where I discovered the power of mindset shifts to transform my life. That spark led me to build thriving communities like the Creative Writing Tips Club and launch this podcast, where I share the strategies that helped me—and can help you—create a life you love. From NLP techniques to heartfelt stories, I’m here to empower you with actionable insights and a warm, authentic vibe.

When I’m not podcasting, you’ll find me coaching clients, writing, or sipping a cuppa while dreaming up new ways to inspire joy. Let’s choose happy together—join me on this journey!

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