MARY-BETH HOSKING

The Woman Who Gets You Through

Mary-Beth Hosking is a speaker, author and advocate for navigating life’s toughest moments with courage, honesty and strength.

Her work is grounded in lived experience and a deep understanding of how people respond when life takes an unexpected turn. Through her speaking and writing, Mary-Beth helps audiences explore how we move forward during life’s challenging chapters and what it takes to keep going when the path ahead feels uncertain.

Today, she speaks to audiences, bringing powerful storytelling and practical insight to conversations about survival, change and the human capacity to endure.

A Life Changing Moment

Like many people, Mary-Beth had a vision for how her life would unfold.

In a single moment, the life she had known was replaced by a reality she never imagined and never wanted.

Grief, shock and uncertainty became part of daily life, and Mary-Beth was faced with the difficult task of finding a way forward when everything felt overwhelming.

It was through this deeply personal journey that she began to discover insights about purpose, patience and perseverance with the quiet strength required to take the next step.

Over time, she realised that surviving life’s hardest moments rarely looks the way we expect it to.

It is not about having all the answers.

It is not about pretending everything is okay.

Often it is simply about putting one foot in front of the other and choosing to move forward, one day at a time.

Through writing and sharing her story with others, Mary-Beth discovered that the lessons from her journey resonated deeply with people navigating their own difficult chapters.

Her experience revealed something powerful about the human spirit...

Even in the darkest moments, having the right formula will get you through.

Mary-Beth began writing as a way to process her own journey. What started as personal reflection soon became something much bigger.

Today she is the author of four books, the latest of which explores life, survival, healing and the many ways people rebuild after adversity.

Her writing and speaking now reach audiences seeking honest conversations about navigating life’s toughest moments and finding the courage to move forward.

Mary-Beth’s work has touched the lives of many readers and audiences who recognise their own experiences in her story and who seek a pathway forward.

Today, Mary-Beth brings her voice to stages, conferences and events where audiences are ready for meaningful conversations about life, leadership and transformation.

Her presentations inspire people to reflect on how we meet life’s unexpected moments and how we continue moving forward even when the journey is difficult.

With warmth, honesty and deep compassion, Mary-Beth creates a supportive space for audiences to explore what it truly means to rise, grow and keep going through life’s hardest chapters.

Beyond the Stage

When she is not speaking or writing, Mary-Beth continues to advocate for open conversations about mental health, grief and the realities of navigating life after loss.

Her work reminds people that they are not alone in their struggles and that even in the most challenging seasons of life, hope and connection remain possible.

Mary-Beth Hosking is more than a speaker. She is a voice for the moments in life that test us most and a reminder that even when the road is difficult, there is always a way forward.

- Jo Baker

Bestselling Author

Saving Myself

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Real stories.

Real insight.

Real conversations.

Her talks resonate with audiences facing change, leadership challenges, personal adversity and the unexpected turns life can bring.

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Mary-Beth’s has a track record of not just shaping your audiences attitude, but their outlook on life with her purpose built presentations.

When Life Changes in an Instant

Life can change in a single moment. A phone call, an unexpected event, a piece of news we never saw coming. In those moments everything we thought was certain can suddenly feel unstable.

In this powerful keynote, Mary-Beth shares her own experience of navigating a life changing event and the lessons she learned about perseverance, moving forward and the journey to combat loss with joy and compassion. When the future feels completely uncertain there is a path to follow.

Getting Through the Hard Days

As each of us progresses through our lives, we form a sense of identity around our careers or our loved ones. What happens when we experience a significant change that forces us to revisit who we thought we were? These are the days when simply showing up can feel like the hardest thing in the world.

In this thought-provoking presentation, Mary-Beth explores loss of identity and how we move through this with patience, care and determination. Drawing from her personal journey and years of reflection, she shares the small but powerful choices that help people move through challenging times.

The Power of the Right People

When life becomes difficult, the people around us matter more than we often realise. Support, understanding and the right environment can make a profound difference in how we navigate challenging moments.

In this uplifting keynote, Mary-Beth explores the role of connection, community and purpose when facing adversity. She shares insights into why the right people can help us move forward and how meaningful relationships can shape the way we experience these events.

A speaker who connects with audiences where life is real

Mary-Beth’s presentations combine powerful storytelling with practical insight, helping audiences reflect on how we respond to change, adversity and the unexpected moments that shape our lives.

Bring Mary-Beth to Your Event

Mary-Beth Hosking is a speaker who connects with audiences through authenticity, lived experience and powerful storytelling.

Her presentations invite audiences to reflect, connect and explore new perspectives on navigating life’s difficult chapters.

She inspires and brings a sense of joy to every participant, challenging them to see situations differently and embrace their journey with grace and compassion.

Mary-Beth speaks at conferences, corporate events, leadership programs and community organisations.

If you are looking for a speaker who brings depth, honesty and meaningful impact to the stage, Mary-Beth would love to be part of your next event.

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