Episode 54: Finding Light After Loss with Esther Marshall

A conversation with Esther Marshall

Episode 54 of the 'Do Your Thing' with Tamsin Williamson podcast, hosted by Tamsin Williamson, titled "Episode 54: Finding Light After Loss with Esther Marshall" was published on December 11, 2025 and runs 53 minutes.

December 11, 2025 ·53m · 'Do Your Thing' with Tamsin Williamson

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Summary

*Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and grief*In this deeply moving episode of Do Your Thing, I’m joined by Esther Marshall, founder of Sophie Says - a children’s wellbeing brand helping children build confidence, resilience, and emotional understanding from an early age.Inspired by the tragic loss of her sister Rebecca, who died by suicide after working as a junior doctor during COVID, Esther left her corporate role to bring their shared dream to life.What began during night feeds on maternity leave - writing children’s books about emotions and mental health - has grown into a movement that has now reached over 200,000 children across the UK.In this episode, we explore what it means to find light after loss, and how grief has profoundly reshaped Esther's sense of purpose and relentless drive to 'Do Her Thing' - especially in motherhood.In this moving episode, we talked about:Finding purpose and meaning after lossCarrying grief alongside raising kidsWhy emotional literacy matters for children and adultsCreating emotional safety at homeLetting go of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be likedTurning pain into impact and legacyEsther shares honestly about grief, resilience, and how Sophie Says has become both a source of healing and a way to equip the next generation with the tools so many of us never received.A tender, hopeful conversation about loss, love, and raising emotionally resilient children AND parents.MORE ABOUT ESTHER & SOPHIE SAYS:Visit the Sophie Says website and buy Esther's books HERE (Use code WELCOME10 for a 10% discount at checkout)Follow Esther on Instagram HERE (Sophie Says) and HERE (The Grieving Founder)MORE ABOUT TAMSIN, YOUR PODCAST HOST:•Find out about The Springboard Sessions HERE and book your session HERE (Book in by the end of January to get a bonus personalised guided visualisation audio to keep you connected to your 2026 vision)•Follow me on Instagram HERE•Visit my website and find out about how to work with me HERE•Book a FREE 30-minute discovery call to explore working together HEREWelcome to Do Your Thing - a bold, beautiful celebration of modern Motherhood, on YOUR terms.Hosted by Tamsin Williamson, The Identity & Self-Leadership Coach for Ambitious Women Ready To Redefine Life Beyond Motherhood.Every week, join me for open and unfiltered conversations with awe-inspiring women (who also happen to be mothers) about how they do their thing - in life, work and everything in between.Together, let’s throw out the rule book, shed expectations and shine a light on just how varied and vibrant modern motherhood can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description

*Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and grief*

In this deeply moving episode of Do Your Thing, I’m joined by Esther Marshall, founder of Sophie Says - a children’s wellbeing brand helping children build confidence, resilience, and emotional understanding from an early age.

Inspired by the tragic loss of her sister Rebecca, who died by suicide after working as a junior doctor during COVID, Esther left her corporate role to bring their shared dream to life.

What began during night feeds on maternity leave - writing children’s books about emotions and mental health - has grown into a movement that has now reached over 200,000 children across the UK.

In this episode, we explore what it means to find light after loss, and how grief has profoundly reshaped Esther's sense of purpose and relentless drive to 'Do Her Thing' - especially in motherhood.

In this moving episode, we talked about:

Finding purpose and meaning after loss
Carrying grief alongside raising kids
Why emotional literacy matters for children and adults
Creating emotional safety at home
Letting go of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be liked
Turning pain into impact and legacy

Esther shares honestly about grief, resilience, and how Sophie Says has become both a source of healing and a way to equip the next generation with the tools so many of us never received.

A tender, hopeful conversation about loss, love, and raising emotionally resilient children AND parents.

MORE ABOUT ESTHER & SOPHIE SAYS:

Visit the Sophie Says website and buy Esther's books HERE (Use code WELCOME10 for a 10% discount at checkout)
Follow Esther on Instagram HERE (Sophie Says) and HERE (The Grieving Founder)

MORE ABOUT TAMSIN, YOUR PODCAST HOST:

•Find out about The Springboard Sessions HERE and book your session HERE (Book in by the end of January to get a bonus personalised guided visualisation audio to keep you connected to your 2026 vision)

•Follow me on Instagram HERE

•Visit my website and find out about how to work with me HERE

•Book a FREE 30-minute discovery call to explore working together HERE

Welcome to Do Your Thing - a bold, beautiful celebration of modern Motherhood, on YOUR terms.

Hosted by Tamsin Williamson, The Identity & Self-Leadership Coach for Ambitious Women Ready To Redefine Life Beyond Motherhood.

Every week, join me for open and unfiltered conversations with awe-inspiring women (who also happen to be mothers) about how they do their thing - in life, work and everything in between.

Together, let’s throw out the rule book, shed expectations and shine a light on just how varied and vibrant modern motherhood can be.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.