Don’t follow advice simply because you’re told it’s good for you or expected of you. Make choices because you truly believe they’ll lead to a better life. Ultimately, it’s not just about what you do, but about understanding the deeper reasons behind your actions.


If you tried to implement every piece of self-care advice out there, you’d spend hours just getting ready for your day! Meditate, do yoga, stretch, take a cold plunge—then journal, build your vision board, run, lift weights, row, swim, and cook a nutritious breakfast. The list never ends.

My self-care workshops offer practical guidance and insights on what I believe truly builds resilience and well-being. But what I value most is providing a safe, judgment-free space for you to explore the areas of your life that may need deeper focus.

The truth is, most of us know what’s good for us and what we should be doing. The real challenge is understanding why we don’t take the necessary actions, and then figuring out how to keep that momentum going. For example, if you keep choosing things you claim not to prefer, it’s likely because you believe what you actually want is less beneficial than the thing you don’t actually want to keep doing.
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"Derek is prepared to put himself where others want to be but are too scared to go...". The standard "stand and deliver" presentation style has been put to bed by Derek as he seeks, with both visual and verbal alacrity, to, at the most, convince people to change their ways and, at the least, to give them a jolt. He does this with a mix of personal insight and experience, humour and going to where the listeners are".

People & Organisational Development | Technology People & Capability | National Australia Bank Ltd.

"I found Derek's keynote inspiring, at times confronting, and very thought-provoking. The key takeaway was the need to work out what was really important in my life and focus most of my energies on it rather than get buried in the day-to-day clutter, which doesn't add value. He had a few people out of their comfort zones as some home truths hit them between the eyes. His use of humour and animated style of delivery also went down very well".

Business Development Manager, Mortgages - ANZ

"Rapport with the group - excellent; Energy - excellent; Facilitation - excellent"
Manager - Bendigo Bank

"Our team felt immensely grateful to have you join us, as your unique blend of knowledge and relaxed approach created an open atmosphere that allowed our members to understand the content provided and connect with you. Thank you for all your help!"
Manager - CFA

“This is one of the best team-building sessions we have been on. It was planned and executed exceptionally well. Excellent!”
MD - Nestle

“First class team of facilitators! They were spot on in identifying the real issues”.
Manager - ING

“Thankyou for your contribution in making our Excellence Awards an outstanding success. Your humour on stage was funny but also very professional”.
Director - Imagine IF Creative Solutions

“Thanks again for a fantastic session on Thursday - everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thanks again for such a fun and professional session”
Manager - Genazzano FJC

“Well-organised, great activities that got people involved”.
Manager - Cengage

"Fun, relevant and very worthwhile. Over 95% of attendees rated your session as excellent”. Manager - BP

"Derek kept everyone involved and engaged, which is difficult over that time frame.  Even when people were singled out to answer questions, it wasn't difficult to answer, and there was no judgement.  I've already recommended Derek to my friends for their businesses".
Participant - Detpak

“Great fun! Very Interactive, good for audience participation and movement. Totally included audience”
Manager - Heinz

"I contribute the excellent feedback to you're approach and attitude to the group”
Manager - AIM

"Your professionalism made the session extra special, as you were well-prepared and able to answer any questions that arose. Throughout the session, we felt at ease sharing our thoughts and opinions, knowing there was always respect and understanding in the air"
Manager - Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services (KAMS)

“Many thanks, Derek; your presentation will live in my memory as one of the best-ever! Thanks”
Participant -  Strategic Planning and Change Management Unit, Department for Families and
Communities

"We're immensely grateful for such an enriching presentation that we'll remember fondly for a long time. Thank you again for creating such a safe, supportive, productive environment while ensuring everyone had fun!"
Participant - ANSTO

"Your expertise, diligence, and enthusiasm created an atmosphere of enthusiasm that was conducive to great results - a testament to your efforts".
Manager - OMC international

"I am so thankful for the knowledge and care you demonstrated while helping us work through our challenges. Your discretion and ability to identify underlying problems were highly appreciated, allowing us to progress together respectfully".  MD - Jellis Craig

"The Derek Percival experience is a mind-awakening mix of thought provocation as well as self-personality confirmation, his delivery style is relaxed but energising and the entire day is fun with a capital F, if you can experience this without the urge to change your current lifestyle in some way then you are beyond help".

State Operations Manager - Schenker Australia