A book by Suzanne Skillen & Paul McAneny

Are you wearing a MASK?

Successful on the OUTSIDE. Stuck, stressed, struggling on the INSIDE.

For women and men over 35 who keep saying "I'm fine".

  • Money
  • Relationships
  • Work
  • Health

From two people who have worn the mask, and taken it off.

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Cover of the book Are You Wearing a Mask? by Suzanne Skillen and Paul McAneny, showing the authors holding white masks

Have you ever had someone ask, "How are you?"

You smiled and said:

"I'M FINE.""I'M GOOD.""I'M OK."

From the outside, it all looks like it's working.

Yet deep down on the inside, you feel stressed. You want more from life. You keep going around in circles, making the same mistakes, and you don't know how to move forward.

WE HAVE BEEN THERE TOO.

For many years, we wore our masks, played small and stayed stuck in our comfort zones. To move forward, we had to take our masks OFF.

The stress loop

Why you keep going around in circles

Most people try to fix one thing at a time. Earn more. Work harder. Push through.

What we see, again and again, is that the four main reasons for stress are connected.

Money stress follows you home.Relationship stress follows you to work.Work stress shows up in your health.And around it goes.

We call it the STRESS LOOP

A brave face keeps the loop going. The first step is to take the mask off and look honestly at all four.

The stress loop: money, relationships, work and health, each feeding the next MONEY RELATION-SHIPS WORK HEALTH THE STRESS LOOP

The book

Are You Wearing a Mask? is a short, honest book about the four main reasons for stress, and the masks we wear to hide them.

  • It is not a textbook.
  • It is not a quick fix.
  • It is not about blaming anyone, including you.

It is two people sharing what they have lived, what they learnt from some of the world's leading mentors, and what helped them move forward.

THIS BOOK IS ABOUT YOU.

The book

What you'll find inside

01

See your mask

Why we say "I'm fine" when we're not, and what the mask is costing you.

02

Find where you're stuck

Honest questions across money, relationships, work or business, and health. Read each one and ask: is this me?

03

Choose your next step

35 Golden Nuggets and the CPR High Performance System: Clarity, Purpose, Resilience. Simple prompts to help you decide what to do next.

Contents

Inside the book

Golden Nuggets. Every chapter ends with five Golden Nuggets you can come back to.
  1. Who are Suzanne and Paul?
  2. Why we wear masks
  3. The four main reasons for stressMoney, Relationships, Work / Business, Health
  4. Suzanne's story
  5. Paul's story
  6. Suzanne and Paul together
  7. Fears and doubts
  8. The CPR High Performance System
  9. Five regrets: gold for the living
  10. Work with us
Suzanne Skillen and Paul McAneny smiling on stage, each holding a white mask

Who are Suzanne and Paul?

We are not asking you to listen because we have lived perfect lives.

We are asking you to listen because WE HAVE LIVED IT.

Suzanne

Suzanne spent 16 years performing around the world as an international ballerina. She ran health and fitness studios in London, Italy, South Africa and Australia, was Lady Diana's personal trainer for three years, and pioneered Pilates in Australia in the 1980s.

Paul

Paul served 15 years in the NSW Police Force. The pressure and trauma took their toll, and he was medically discharged with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. He had to face his fears, doubts and limiting beliefs, and rebuild his confidence, health and life.

Together

150,000+people presented to, across 10 countries
$350,000+invested in our own mentoring

We have built successful businesses and watched businesses fail. We have made money and lost money. We know what it feels like to look successful on the outside and feel stuck on the inside.

Testimonials

What people say

Suzanne and Paul have hearts of gold and service. They both started mentoring me in my early days, when I was broke and going around in circles. I still use their techniques today. Build your vision and they will come.
Regan HillyerInternational author, trainer and entrepreneur
Thank you, Suzanne and Paul. You helped Sarah and me with our leadership and business skills. Great mentors.
Natalie Cook OAMFive-time Olympian, Olympic gold and bronze medallist, Sport Australia Hall of Fame
Brilliant teachers and mentors. They walk their talk. Respect.
David T.S. WoodPersonal development mentor and presenter
World-class presentations.
Lisa NicholsSpeaker and public speaking trainer
Your sessions delivered to our top 50 players on positive mindset, performing under pressure and teamwork were very well received by the players and coaching staff.
Canterbury-Bankstown BulldogsRugby League Club

Is this book for you?

This book is for you if:

  • You look like you have it together, and you're tired of holding it together
  • You've said "I'm fine" more times than you can count
  • You know you have more to give, but you don't know the next step
  • You'd rather hear from two people who have lived it than read another theory

It may not be for you if you're looking for a quick fix, or for someone else to do the work.

Are You Wearing a Mask?

Your investment

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Get the book for US$5

Read it on your phone, tablet or computer.

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Only one person can decide what happens next.

YOU.

If something on this page sounded familiar, start with the book. Read it at your own pace. Notice which of the four is weighing on you most.

Your next step is simple. Get the book and start reading tonight.

When you're ready, the last chapter tells you how to talk with us.

Who can we help today?

Suzanne & Paul

FAQ

Questions

What do I get?

The book as a PDF. You can download it straight after checkout, and we'll email you a copy within a few minutes.

Can I read it on my phone?

Yes. It works on any phone, tablet or computer.

Why is the price in US dollars?

We keep one price for every country. Your bank converts it to your own currency.

What if it's not for me?

You're covered by our seven-day money-back guarantee. You can ask for a full refund within seven days of buying. This is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Just email [email protected].

Will you try to sell me something?

At the end of the book, we invite you to a free Clarity Call. It's a conversation about you. No judgement, no obligation, no pressure. You can say no.

This ebook shares the personal experiences, perspectives and educational guidance of the authors, Suzanne Skillen and Paul McAneny, for personal development. It is general information only. It does NOT provide medical, psychological, financial or legal advice, and it is NOT a substitute for advice from a suitably qualified professional. Results vary. No particular outcome is guaranteed.

Copyright © 2026 Suzanne Skillen and Paul McAneny.