S2E16 – Breaking the System: Small Shifts That Create Big Change

S2E16 – Breaking the System: Small Shifts That Create Big Change

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Catching the Octopus, Niomi Hurley explores how deeply embedded societal systems, particularly patriarchal and capitalist structures, shape the way we think, behave, and relate to one another.

Drawing from personal experiences, psychology, and everyday observations, Niomi unpacks the concept of micro-feminisms, small, intentional actions that challenge unconscious bias and begin to rebalance power dynamics in subtle but meaningful ways.

This episode dives into:

• How unconscious gender bias shows up in daily life
• Why systems impact both women and men
• The hidden emotional and cognitive load carried in relationships
• The role of upbringing and conditioning in shaping behaviour
• Real-life examples of micro-feminist actions you can start today
• How self-awareness is the first step to systemic change

Niomi also shares reflections from her own life, including dating experiences, relationship dynamics, and the internal shifts required to step out of conditioned roles.

This isn't about blame, it's about awareness, responsibility, and creating change from the inside out.

If you've ever felt frustrated by the way the world operates or questioned the roles we've been taught to play, this episode will give you a new lens to see it through and practical ways to start shifting it.

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Hosted by Niomi Hurley, a human behaviour researcher and clinical hypnotherapist who integrates psychology with energy-informed healing approaches. With experience in corporate environments and individual practice, and through her work at Get Up and Grow Consulting, Niomi works with organisations and individuals to build capacity by addressing the behavioural, emotional, and subconscious factors that influence wellbeing and performance.

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