There’s a reason the Haka — the traditional Māori war dance performed before New Zealand’s rugby matches — gives people chills every time they see it.
It’s not just movement.
It’s not just rhythm.
It’s energy.
It’s not just rhythm.
It’s energy.
It’s a physical expression of connection, purpose, and presence. Every stomp and breath reminds us what it means to show up fully — grounded in who we are, connected to those beside us, and alive with intention.
That’s the same energy I felt throughout my time in Auckland at the Professional Speakers Association’s Trailblazers Conference.
The Energy of Curiosity
Sometimes when we’re deep in our craft — checking milestones, refining our message, pursuing our goals — we forget the power of slowing down and being curious again.
Curiosity isn’t distraction.
It’s nourishment.
It’s nourishment.
This trip reminded me that curiosity isn’t just about asking questions — it’s about staying open to the unexpected:
- Listening to perspectives that challenge what you think you know.
- Exploring cultures that express energy in new ways.
- Letting yourself be moved, not just motivated.
At PSA New Zealand, I found that energy everywhere. The sessions stretched my mind, the conversations filled my heart, and the people reignited my creativity.
Each day was a masterclass in curiosity — how to explore, connect, and expand with others who love their craft as much as you do.
The Lesson
When we get laser-focused on results, it’s easy to lose sight of the fuel behind our flow: exploration.
Curiosity keeps energy moving. It brings freshness to ideas, vibrancy to words, and playfulness to performance. It’s what transforms repetition into innovation and burnout into inspiration.
The culture of New Zealand — and the incredible care and hospitality of PSA NZ — reminded me that curiosity is not a luxury. It’s a necessity.
Your Turn
Take a breath and ask yourself:
Where could you create more space for curiosity?
Where could you create more space for curiosity?
Maybe it’s saying yes to a new experience.
Maybe it’s listening to someone whose story looks different from yours.
Maybe it’s stepping away from the “doing” long enough to rediscover your “why.”
Maybe it’s listening to someone whose story looks different from yours.
Maybe it’s stepping away from the “doing” long enough to rediscover your “why.”
Because when you cultivate curiosity, you don’t lose momentum — you expand it.
And that expansion? That’s energy in motion.
And that expansion? That’s energy in motion.
To your energy,
Rebecca
Rebecca