Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how trauma shapes our health and well being? Today's episode comes with a trigger warning. My guest Melissa, bravely shares her story, touching on her experiences with drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, a traumatic event at her school, and a witnessing deeply traumatic death. These topics are heavy and may be triggering for some listeners. We discuss these experiences to raise awareness and foster understanding. If you or anyone you know living in Australia needs to speak to someone, please reach out to Lifeline, a free, confidential phone, text or online service 13 11 14.Join me as I sit down with Melissa Armstrong, a trauma informed functional health coach from Colorado. Melissa bravely recounts her journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a beacon of hope and healing for women around the world. Learn how she transitioned from being a registered nurse to a holistic health coach with her own private practice, focusing on trauma recovery without the crutch of pills and procedures. Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and an unwavering dedication to guiding others on their paths to self discovery and healing.We dive deep into self awareness and the importance of recognising and processing emotional triggers. We discuss how simple yet profound practices like journaling and  meditation can lead to significant personal growth and long lasting mental and physical well being.Empathy and kindness can be powerful tools for healing. Melissa shares a touching story about the power of forgiveness after a minor car accident, illustrating how small acts of compassion can make a big difference. Shifting gears, we explore the intricate connections between women’s menstrual cycles, emotional well-being, and physical health, advocating for a more holistic approach to wellness. By understanding our body's cycles and embracing self-awareness, we can begin to break free from limiting beliefs and conditioned narratives. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical advice for anyone on their healing journey, offering hope and inspiration for a healthier, more fulfilling life.To contact Melissa:www.holistichealthbymelissa.comhttps://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthbymelissa/Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.A Certified Tarot Master, psychic medium, teacher and ordained minister, Corbie Mitleid has been reading for 50 years, and is a full-time intuitive counselor with clients worldwide. Robert Schwartz features her work as a channel and past life expert in his breakthrough series on Karma and pre-birth planning, Your Soul’s Plan, Your Soul’s Gift, and Your Soul’s Love.In this episode we talk about family, mediumship, stress,  life, love and ALL the things!As an author, her self-help volume CLEAN OUT YOUR LIFECLOSET encourages you to write your own story of change based on your history, your life experiences, and your personal goals.Corbie Mitleid has always been “the different one.” A writer and visionary in acompletely medical family (father a doctor, mother a nurse, brother a doctor), she hasalways made her own path rather than take one cut for her by others. Leaving an IvyLeague university after two years, Corbie struck out to find where joy and purpose lived, regardless of what she was told she “ought” to do.The path wasn’t easy. Two marriages, which didn’t last, and a constant search for thePartner Who Understood. A succession of jobs. A series of spiritual paths. Moving fromCambridge to Philadelphia to Poughkeepsie to New York City to Atlanta. Out of theblue, breast cancer—not once, but three times. Life became a roller coaster with nobrakes, asking Corbie to survive divorce, abuse, poverty and life-threatening illness. Butthrough all of this, she learned the value of the Examined Life: meeting challenges andalways asking the next question, facing each new situation with strength, courage andhumor.Today, Corbie brings a full toolbox to her job as a beacon of manifestation and vision forher clients. She knows what it is to create a career out of experiences. While she’s nowa full-time intuitive counselor and inspirational speaker, her career has encompassedpositions as a published author, a professional actress, a television producer, a radiopersonality, an executive recruiter and the “power behind the throne” for a number ofhigh-profile CEOs.Corbie’s career now spans the globe, with clients worldwide. Her talents as an intuitiveare featured in bestselling books. Still, her clients treasure her attitude of I’m not special, you can do what I do.“We have opportunities we can go after, and challenges to get past,” she says firmly.“My job is to give you the tools and courage to deal with both situations. Everything elseis free will, and up to you!” Corbie lives in upstate New York with her husband Carle, a professional historian, two large and exuberant Maine Coon cats and a ginger pocket rocket of a rescue boy from the Bronx.Website: www.corbiemitleid.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/firethroughspiritTwitter:  https://twitter.com/CorbieMitleidPatreon:  https://www.patreon.com/corbiemitleid/Instagram:  https://instagram.com/corbie_mitleid/Medium:  https://corbiemitleid.medium.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CorbieMitleidSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Vanessa is a registered counsellor based in Sydney, Australia. She takes a compassionate and curious approach to working with clients with a focus on addiction, complex trauma and the intergenerational nature of trauma. Vanessa’s special area is food addiction, because that was the first addiction that forced her into recovery. Her approach is trauma-informed, person-centred and informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS). Vanessa has an MA in Counselling (UNE), is a certified food addiction counsellor (INFACT), and an IFS Institute trained IFS therapist. Vanessa’s work is influenced by her own recovery journey, and underpinned by the principle of “do your own work”, which means Vanessa is engaged in her own therapy and draws on somatic and other healing modalities. Vanessa is also a passionate advocate for raising awareness of food addiction and complex trauma, and breaking the associated stigma. She collaborates with organisations such as SANE Australia and the Blue Knot Foundation by sharing her lived experience publicly.Website: https://www.vanessakredler.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Laura Petrie is a Counsellor & Coach based in Melbourne, Australia. A solo Mumma to two gorgeous boys, a nature lover & a joy seeker, who went through a journey of personal development to transform her life from simply existing, to designing & living a life she loves! Laura works with women who are moving through life transitions (relationships, career, parenting), and those who are simply looking for more joy, purpose and meaning in their lives. Here is the Clarity Quiz: subscribepage.io/LauraPetrieCounsellorFreeWorksheetWebsite: www.laurapetrie.com.au Instagram: @laurapetriecounsellor Malvern VIC 3144 AustraliaSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode I head over to Whidbey Island in Puget Sound, north of Seattle, Washington and I have a chat with Michelle. From the age of 3 she was nicknamed by those who knew her as the CIA -  she just 'knew things'. Today she helps people with their transformations, breakthroughs and direct them to be on purpose.We talk about our emotions, our subconscious, energetic medicine, neuroscience, what doing the 'work' looks like and how you can become the manager of your own energy field.Instagram:@michelleraewoodwardWebsite: michelleraewoodward.comFacebook: Michelle Rae WoodwardCorrection in Show The author of the energy healing book Michelle mentioned in the episode  was Michael Gerber - It was supposed to be Richard Gerber and his book Vibrational Medicine is what she was referring to. The Nobel prize winner was in Physiology or Medicine 1937 was Albert Szent-Györgyi. And this is the quote Michelle was trying to express -- "In every culture and in every medical tradition before ours, healing was accomplished by moving energy"Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.We head over to Mexico for a chat with Dr Alexia Mellor. Alexia is the founder of Mystic dog Mama, she is a mum to rescue pup Lucky, a Reiki master, an aspiring canine nutrition professional, an animal communicator and is a firm believer that dogs are our healers. She is also the host of the Mystic Dog Mama podcast which is born out of the desire to create a beautiful community for dog moms to learn so much about our dogs. Today we're going to talk a little bit about the human + dog connection, how we can best nourish our dogs and ourselves and how to walk the spiritual path with your dog. Alexia believes our dogs are our mirrors, they choose us and are always showing us what we need to work on.Instagram: @mysticdogmamaPodcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mysticdogmamaRaw Feeding Veterinary Society Website: https://rfvs.infoSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.We head over to Colorado for this episode. Maggie is so kind to share with us her story of  being in a  toxic relationship from the age of 24. Having no idea what a toxic relationship looked and felt like, she wants to talk about this today because she wants anyone who is listening to this to know you are not alone, there is life after this kind of relationship and when you leave you can have the life you have always wanted and deserved.Maggie had to loose everything that she had worked so hard for - to then reclaim who she was and who she is meant to be. I also share a bit of my insight and experience of what life looked like for me in a toxic relationship.Instagram: powerwithinher.incSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.For this episode we head over to Houston, Texas. I have a chat with Certified Marriage Coach Kameran and  the Host of The Divorce Proof Marriage Podcast and the founder of Recognising Potential Coaching Program. Are you ready to become a better spouse or partner? Do you need help communicating deeper than “hey, how was your day”?  Do you want to feel excited to come home to your lover instead of your roommate? This episode is for you!Kameran is  a Double Certified Relationship Coach with education from the Gottman Institute, experience in her own marriage and over 3,000 hours of coaching couples to achieve greatness within their own marriages. With Kameran's help you can reconnect, recreate and revive your relationship.Instagram: @divorce.proof.marriagePodcast: Divorce Proof MarriageEmail: coaching@recognizingpotential.comWebsite: https://www.recognizingpotential.com/Courses: https://recognizingpotential.com/courses/Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.We head over to Perth for this episode for a very important chat with Jessica Leigh. Jessica was a Paramedic for 3 years. After the birth of her daughter she wanted to care for herself, heal herself and be an example for her daughter. She went on her own healing journey and now as a seasoned health practitioner, Jess is on a mission to educate and empower others to heal using the power of the gut health and functional blood analysis.Instagram: @_jessica.leighFacebook: Jessica LeighWebsite: jleigh.com.auSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.We head over to Dallas, Texas to have a chat with Rick Salmeron who has been a financial advisor for over 30 years, so he really knows his stuff. Having a chat with Rick was so refreshing, he speaks my language. Who knew a chat with a financial advisor could be so interesting! He really breaks things down and it was a chat I was not expecting when it comes to talking about the best place to invest your money. This episode is soo good!!As Rick says ' financial advice doesn't have to be confusing, boring and blah.Rick makes sure his clients are making smart decisions with their money and it is the right thing for their future.In this episode Rick and I talk about:- The piece of mind square - What the best investment is- How is personal growth related to our money- Grow your wealth, grow your life- Your relationship with money- If you are struggling with your finances and you are feeling stuck, where to start if you feel this wayInstagram: @ricksalmeronWebsite: www.salmeronfinancial.comSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.For this episode we head over to my hometown, Auckland New Zealand for this chat with Rochelle Vranjes Marreiros, the founder of Seed Cycle Blend."Syncing wholefood seed cycling blends with your cycle naturally restores hormones, eases symptoms and creates a positive connection with your cycle, so you can love it - not loath it".We talk about:- Understanding & loving your cycle- How to balance your hormones- What seed cycling is all about-  Seed cycling is clinically proven to combat PCOS and other menstrual conditionsWebsite: https://seedcycleblend-au.comInstagram: @seedcycleblendSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode we head over to India for an insightful, beautiful chat with Dave Maddison. If you are searching for your purpose, would like to take better care of yourself and you are curious about spirituality, this episode is for you. Dave is a:Vedic Spiritual CoachDhyana (meditation) & Pranayama (breath work) CoachAyurvedic Coach Communication CoachMudra TherapistMany people go through life without knowing their purpose and feel lost, unaware of the key they hold to evoke their inner wisdom, align their purpose and discover their true potential. Spirituality can show you the way to experience a profound sense of where you want to be.in this episode we talk about:-  What your purpose is all about- Spirituality & being connected with nature- Ayurveda is gaining popularity worldwide for its holistic approach to health and well-being. We talk about this way of life, the benefits and what this may look like- Mudras are ancient hand gestures believed to influence energy flow in the body. How can we use this to enhance our mediation and breath work- Talking to trees and how they can help us when we are feeling stressed and what lessons we can learn from themIf you would like to get in touch with Dave you can contact him via:Instagram: @davemmscWebsite: www.davemsc.comWhats App: +1 (347) 474-0131Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davemmscSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Lets talk about fertility & IVF - Preconception HealthLucy Lines is my guest today on episode 100. She is a Clinical Embryologist, Fertility Educator and an IVF patient advocate. Lucy also helps IVF patients to understand their treatments and feel confident about their options when it comes to fertility treatments.In this episode we chat about:Preconception health - how to prepare for conceptionEndocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) they are the chemicals in our drinking water, cosmetics, food and workplace. How to advocate for yourself with your GP and what this may look likeOur cycles and how important it is to understand our bodiesThe sperm and the egg - who needs to show up firstIf you would like to work with Lucy you can contact her on:Instagram: @twolinesfertilityWebsite: www.twolinesfertlity.com.auSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Are you currently in business and want better results? Or maybe you have just started a business and are not sure what to do next? Today's episode is for you. In this episode I chat with Alison Wheeler.A High Performance Business Coach and MentorHelping business owners increase revenueNo1 Amazon Best Selling AuthorWorldwide SpeakerBusiness Owner at 10x Business CoachMFA Figure Classic ProSome questions I asked Alison in this episode are:How important do you believe self care is for business owners, particularly when talking about sustaining long term success?What role does mindset play in achieving business goals, and how can business owners cultivate a resilient and growth-oriented mindset?How significant is mindset when it comes to impacting your business?Many business owners face overwhelm at various stages of their journey. Let's discuss.How do you strike a balance between pushing your limits to achieve business objectives and avoiding burnout?How important it is for your business to be aligned with your values?If you would like to work with Alison:Website: www.thealisonwheeler.comInstagram: @thealisonwheelercoachingBook: Living from the inside outhttps://amzn.asia/d/7H8Ct6OSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode I chat with Sarah all about what it's like to have a hobby at 20yo and for it to become a full time business now almost 7 years later with staff and a warehouse. She loves to create awareness all about self care and self love through her beautiful homemade products made from scratch - bath bombs, shower steamers, body scrubs and more!We talk about gut instinct, and all the things about what it's like to work in and work on a small business.  Sarah is honest about her journey experiencing life as a teenager not knowing who she was, she was a bit lost. She also shares with us her experience with anxiety and panic attacks. Hot Mess Body was the first business in Australia to be offered a space in a program for a small business to create a pathway to grow and succeed into a retail store. Hot Mess Body had a retail shop at Stocklands Shellharbour for 12 months.Sarah is so kind to share with you all, my listeners a discount code - use SELFCARE for a discount at checkout. Keep an eye out for our Mothers Day $300 giveaway from May 4th. If you purchase any of Sarah's products from listening to this episode, please tag us when you use them.You can find Hot Mess Body at:www.hotmessbody.com  - Albion Park Rail, NSWInstagram @hotmessbodyFacebook -  Hot Mess BodySupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the first episode in my holistic health series. I will be bringing  you episodes about nutrition and holistic health leading up to my 6 week online holistic health masterclass from 'Imbalance to Harmony'.I ’m so excited that we’re able to discover the power of nutrition and natural medicine together.  In order to understand the power of nutrition, we have to understand the role it currently plays in our lives, the modern food landscape we currently occupy, and its effect on our health.  Bio-individuality is probably one of the most important nutrition concepts that there is. Because when it is implemented, it will help you change and improve your health and your life consistently. It stands the test of time because it’s a nutritional approach that is specific to your body, to your individuality.6 week online masterclass - imbalance to harmony  COMING SOON!Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Welcome back Nova Gibson to the Studio Chat Podcast. Nova first joined me in episode 78 and is currently in my top 4 of podcasts downloaded of all time. You loved her so much, I had to have her back. Nova is a narcissist counsellor, an author and a narcissist expert.The thing is, you don't have to have a narcissistic parent to experience the destruction they create, then walk away and leave you with it.In this episode we talk about:- how do narcissists hook you in (especially for those of you who have never experienced any trauma in your life. They love hooking you in, and watching you fall)- mothers of narcissists, why are they the way they are and enable their kids behaviour - flying monkeys- do narcissists ever pay for what they have done ?  does karma exist for them?-  trauma bonding - why is it so hard to let go of someone you know is not good for you- no contact/minimal contact (if you work with then or have children with them) is the only way to move forward and break free from narcissistic abuse- you need to heal and make sure you have plenty of support, and the right support around youPurchase Nova's book here - Fake Love:https://www.amazon.com.au/Fake-Love-Understanding-Healing-Narcissistic-ebook/dp/B0BTMXFQ9SIf you would like to contact Nova:Website: www.brighteroutlooknarcissisticabusecounselling.com.auFacebook: Nova Gibson Counselling ServiceInstagram: novas_narcissistabuse_recoverySupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.We head over to Wagga Wagga in NSW and chat with Emma from Em.proved about the gradual steps we can take to move towards more of an additive free and low tox life, what this can look like and where we you can start.Through seeing one of her kids with ecemza and only a few months later one of her other kids almost taking their last breath of life due to asthma, she knew she had to do something . This inspired Emma  to embark on a journey towards an additive free and low tox life.In this episode we talk about:-  food colouring in kids foods and why we should be avoiding it-  the numbers on the back of the packet of you food | what do they mean- Emma has a great tip for us to use as an alternative for washing powder- great food swaps for kids and school lunches- zooper dooper ice blocks are a no go- other parents reactions to eating healthy and the choices you make for your family- we talk about some common misconceptions people have about living an additive free and low tox lifestyleIf you would like to reach out to Emma you can contact her on:Instagram: @em.provedSupport the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Join me as I have  a candid and insightful conversation with Dr. Judith Borger, where she redefines beauty from the inside out and we discover the empowerment that comes with embracing more in life. Dr Borger is a Mum of 3, wife, board certified physician and successful business owner of both The Aesthetic Doctor and Concierge Medical Arts. Concierge Medical Arts is a Concierge Medical Aesthetics practice located in Fayetteville, North Carolina offering full-spectrum non-surgical medical aesthetics centered on the individual patient and their experience and goals.Her mission is to help others create their most authentic and beautiful lives, to include their self-image and relationship to self, relationships with others and their businesses. Dr Borger is an expert in growing, expanding and pivoting businesses that are aligned with their owners’ core missions and beliefs.  In this episode we delve into the transformative world of aesthetic medicine with the insightful Dr. Judith Borger. Join us as we unravel the layers of self care, empowerment, and the pursuit of a more fulfilling life.Key Highlights:Prioritising YourselfThe Need for MoreThe Joy of Self CareFeeling the Pull for MoreIf  you would like to reach out to Judith you can contact her via the details below:Website:  www.theaestheticdoctor.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorborger/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Aesthetic-Doctor/100078686972092/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aesthetic-doctor/id1611578378Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.*TW this episode talks about sexual abuse in childhood* We head over to Idaho to have a chat with Hara Allison as she shares. with us her personal story. She is committed to spreading positivity and hope, improving lives through raw and compassionate storytelling. Hara has seen her share of struggles. Her parents divorced when she was one. In a household with a single mum with six kids, her mum struggled financially as the kids struggled emotionally. Hara's childhood was a chaotic mix of drugs, police interactions, powdered milk and reduced cost school lunches.  At seven, she was sexually abused. Nothing was said or done when she told her mum, this then defined Hara's worth. She carried so much shame. With a child's perspective, she believed it was her fault. It took 45 years for Hara to be convinced it was a trauma worthy of discussion. When Hara was 18yo her mum passed away from cancer at 46yo. For six brutal months she watched her slowly deteriorate and then she was thrusted into adulthood. Hara then lost her dad twice: once to the fog of Alzheimer’s and later when his body succumbed to the disease.  She also lost a brother to a drug overdose and another to cancer.  When her daughters were only two and six, she found herself a divorced, single mum barely making it on one salary. She filed for bankruptcy twice and almost lost her home to foreclosure. Through all of this, she battled with her weight and self worth.After years of work Hara found her way to love. Instead of pointlessly wishing she was smarter, smaller,  she honour's her strengths, acknowledges her weaknesses and appreciates what she has."I am more than my struggles. I am more than what I look like. I’m proof that there is always hope and to find beauty you just have to seek it".If you would like to know more about Hara or to connect with her you can reach out to her through her website:Website: https://beneathyourbeautiful.org Podcast: Beneath your beautiful.Byron Katie @byron.katie was also mentioned in this episode.Support the Show.