Becoming You - The Podcast with John Fleming

Season 2 of Becoming You – The Podcast has been shaped by the theme Uncovering You. Across nine episodes, John Fleming sat down with guests to explore identity, purpose, shadow, and truth.In this special finale, John shares five of the most powerful moments that resonated with listeners , the episodes that received the most downloads, sparked personal messages, and captured the heart of the season:S2E3: Unmasking Autism — Kieran Rose on Stigma, Masking & Rediscovering IdentityS2E2: Uncovering Your Abundance — Vulnerability and Shadow Work with Moira GearyS2E5: Uncovering Your Gifts & Talents with Martin Duffy — Exploring Shadow, Spirit and Human PotentialS2E8: Uncovering Gender — Paige Behan on Transition, Intersex, Identity, and Finding PeaceS2E9: Uncovering Your Soul Purpose — Grounded Spirituality and Why Ego Isn’t the Enemy with Dr. Anémona PeresEach of these clips reflects the depth and honesty that made Season 2 so impactful for the Becoming You community.If you’ve enjoyed this season, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts , it’s one of the best ways to support the show and help others discover these conversations. And if any of these highlights speak to you, share the episode with a friend who might need it.Thank you for listening to Season 2 of Becoming You – The Podcast. Season 3 is on the way in 2026. Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

What does it really mean to uncover your soul purpose?In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John Fleming sits down with Dr. Anémona Peres, a clinical hypnotherapist, psychologist, and shamanic counsellor whose life journey has taken her from Romanian law enforcement and EU agencies to deep therapeutic and spiritual practice.Together, John and Anémona explore what it means to live with purpose, and why it has less to do with job titles or external success - and everything to do with becoming more of yourself.They discuss:Why soul purpose is about who you are, not what you doHow Anémona’s own journey led her from workaholism and people-pleasing to alignment and authenticityThe role of therapy, hypnotherapy, and shamanism in uncovering the selfThe dangers of spiritual bypassing and ungrounded spiritualityWhy building a relationship with yourself is the foundation of healingHow play, laughter, and creativity reconnect us with the natural child withinAbout Dr. Anémona Peres:Dr. Anémona Pires is a psychologist, education specialist, clinical and transpersonal hypnotherapist, counsellor, and consciousness researcher with over 20 years of international experience. Her background spans law enforcement psychology, strategic change management, and quality assurance in higher education, alongside deep training in Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, NLP, somatic and parts work, and relational neuroscience.Connect with Dr Anemona Peres on Linkedin: https://pl.linkedin.com/in/dr-anemona-peres-36784047?trk=public_post_feed-actor-nameWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

“I wake up every morning since my surgery and think: this is what life was meant to be like for me.” - Paige BehanAt just 27, Paige Behan has already walked a journey of extraordinary courage. Growing up in Dublin, she knew from an early age that something felt different. By 15, she was diagnosed as intersex, and soon after, she began her transition - in a world where understanding, acceptance, and adequate healthcare were often absent.In this conversation, Paige speaks with John about:Growing up intersex and discovering her diagnosis at 15What it really feels like to live with gender dysphoria and why it can be life-threatening if unsupportedNavigating transition as a teenager in Ireland and the fight for healthcareThe profound relief of undergoing gender reassignment surgery in GermanyThe role of her mother’s unconditional support in her survivalFacing stigma and transphobia — and why education mattersHow she has learned to stop seeking validation from others and live in peace with herselfPaige’s words are filled with wisdom born of resilience. This is not just a story about gender identity,  it’s about what it means to finally meet yourself, to survive, and to step fully into life.If you want to better understand gender identity, the intersex experience, or simply what it means to live aligned with who you are, this episode is for you.Connect with Paige on social media: @paigebehan on InstagramWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

What role has race had in your life?In this conversation on Becoming You - the podcast, John speaks with Dr. Claire Stewart Hall - a researcher, practitioner, coach, and educator to explore how whiteness shapes identity, leadership, and belonging. They discuss masking, silence, systemic power, and why noticing your own racialisation is the first step in meaningful personal growth. Claire spent 20 years as a qualified teacher and head teacher, and for the last 10 years has studied race and whiteness in leadership settings.Claire now designs programmes and coaches people to understand systemic injustice - how it shows up in their lives, their settings, and themselves. Together, John and Claire explore:How whiteness functions as a structure not just skin colourWhy masking, silence, and “looking away” uphold racismHow fear and the nervous system influence our response to raceWhat it means to be racialised as white, and how to begin noticing itThe potential for growth when white people create spaces to run towards these conversationsClaire also reflects on her personal journey navigating her identity, family, and her work as a leader and researcher, and why she continues to examine her own relationship with whiteness.If you’re curious about what “uncovering your whiteness” really means, and how race shapes identity, leadership, and belonging, this episode offers an open and honest entry point.Listen to the podcast Whiteness at work: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/whiteness-at-work/id1782561091Check out Dr Claire Stewart-Halls website & programs: https://equitablecoaching.com/Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

What does it mean to uncover your spirituality?In this episode of Becoming You - The Podcast, John sits down with Cathair Curran - known to many online as Kegs - to explore his journey of transformation, spirituality, and identity.From growing up in Tyrone feeling disconnected, to living the party lifestyle abroad, to experiencing profound awakenings through travel, sobriety, and spiritual practices, Cathair shares the pivotal moments that helped him peel back the layers of who he thought he was and step into who he is becoming.You’ll hear:The power of listening to your intuition, heart, and soul even when it’s scaryThe first “heaven on earth” moment that began his own spiritual awakening What listening to your heart actually feels like (and how he uses it to make hard decisions)A mirror-moment that ended his relationship with alcoholIdentity in transition: moving from “Kegs” (persona) to Cathair (essence) and protecting what stays privateWhere he is now: living in his van in Ireland, documenting his journey online and reconnecting with his rootsThis is a raw, open, and inspiring conversation about identity, authenticity, and the ongoing process of becoming.About Cathair (“Kegs”)Creator and traveler documenting life and growth; currently transitioning from the online persona “Kegs” back to his given name, Cathair, while sharing more value-led, heart-first work.Connect with Cathair (Kegs) on Instagram: @kegs97Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You - the podcast, John Fleming sits down once again with Martin Duffy - former psychiatric nurse and director of the Irish Centre for Shamanic and Transpersonal Studies.With 35 years in mental health in the HSE, training in humanistic and Jungian psychotherapy, and decades learning directly from indigenous shamans around the world, Martin brings a rare blend of clinical insight and experiential, transpersonal wisdom. This conversation bridges the structures of mainstream psychiatry with the soul-centred practices of shamanic healing, exploring what it truly takes to evolve both individually and collectively.In this episode, Martin and John explore:Why shadow work matters: Jung’s view that the hard work of bringing the shadow into the light is the path to real change.Jung vs. Freud: How Jung’s inclusion of the psychospiritual was a turning point for Martin.Beyond the medical model: the limitations he witnessed first-hand in psychiatry and why he founded an alternative centre for healing.The Wetiko mind virus: Martin's story of working with a young man listening to the “voice” in his headTelepathy as normal: why some non-verbal autistic children could be showing us the future of humanity.The Yuga cycles: why our current era of upheaval may be a necessary purging before a shift in human consciousness.Learn more about Martin Duffy and his work:Irish Centre for Shamanic and Transpersonal Studies – www.shamanismireland.comElements of Shamanism – Online Course – Explore the course hereBooks & resources mentioned in the episode:Adventures in the Psychotic Mind – Jerry MarzinskySpirit Releasement Therapy – Dr. William J. BaldwinThe Yuga Shift – Bepin Behari (on Vedic Yuga cycles)Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

What if the story you live by isn’t actually yours? And what if you could reclaim authorship of that story today?In this episode of Becoming You, the Podcast, John Fleming sits down with Transactional Analyst and Rosemary Napper to explore the idea of the "life script" which is the unconscious story we begin writing in early childhood that continues to shape how we live, love, age, and define ourselves.Rosemary Napper is a Transactional Analyst Trainer & Supervisor based in Oxford, UK. In this conversation, she shares practical insights and reflections about how early decisions and assumptions form a blueprint for who we think we should be. You'll hear:How ageing can become a radical act of freedomThe pressure to stay youthful in personal development cultureWhat life script is and why it mattersHow early childhood experiences form our unconscious storiesHow Transactional Analysis helps us update outdated narrativesThe power of authorship in personal growthWhy noticing your patterns is the first step in reclaiming your storyWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieCheck out TA Works: Transactional Analysis Training and Education: https://www.taworks.co/Connect with Rosemary Napper on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarynapper/Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You - The Podcast, John Fleming welcomes autistic author, researcher, and international speaker Kieran Rose to explore autism, masking, identity, and how we start to uncover who we are.Kieran is a published mainstream and academic author, international public speaker, trainer, researcher and consultant to organisations worldwide. His work focuses on Autistic Masking, Burnout and Identity. Diagnosed as autistic in 2003, he’s also a proud dad to three autistic children.Together, John and Kieran dive into what masking really means, how it differs from everyday context switching, and why unmasking isn’t as simple as taking something off. It's about years of survival, stigma, and learning to feel safe in your own identity, especially within the current education systems and environments.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:• The hidden ways autistic masking begins unconsciously and why it’s wired into survival• How stigma, invalidation, and other people’s expectations shape your identity as an autistic person• The meaning of unmasking and why it’s not as simple as “just be yourself”• John’s experience of growing up in the Irish education system and its flaws in recognising • How education systems are built one way and what happens to autistic people who don’t fit that mould• Why professionals must question their frameworks and what becoming a reflective practitioner really meansWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieCheck out Kieran's Course: The Inside Of Autism: https://kmrtraining.teachable.com/a/aff_sc33dh6r/external?affcode=903653_mwf27ja9Connect with Kieran Rose:Visit his website: theautisticadvocate.comDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You - The Podcast, John Fleming sits down once again with Moira Geary, also known as The Recombobulator, to explore vulnerability, authenticity, shadow work, and how to reconnect with the forgotten parts of you.Moira is a former nurse and midwife, holds an MA in Psychotherapy and a Postgrad Diploma in Positive Health, Moira is dedicated to creating awareness and transformational change to evolve human awareness and consciousness.Together, they strip back the glossy ideas of authenticity and get real about what it actually means to uncover the version of yourself you’ve buried under life, protection, and old beliefs.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:The uncomfortable truth about vulnerability​​Why most people think they’re being authentic and how it’s often just anger or fear in disguiseHow to spot where you’re living from with the Four Levels of ConsciousnessThe language you use every day and how one small change can completely shift your mindsetWhy playfulness, curiosity, and even a little “fairy energy” are essentialWhat happens when you finally stop running from the shadow — and start welcoming it inMoira also leaves you with two powerful questions to sit with (tune in till the end to find out)Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Moira GearyVisit her website: https://www.moirageary.com/Visit her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moirageary_Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

To open Season 2 of Becoming You – The Podcast, John takes the guest seat to explore the personal and ongoing journey of uncovering who he really is - starting from a powerful moment at eight years old, when he looked in the mirror and saw himself for the first time.In conversation with Sarah Spoule, John speaks openly about his experience with internalised ableism, what it took to move from being “a head with legs” to listening to his body and learning to recognise his physis or life force.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:What John has been uncovering recently on his own journey The role of internalised ableism in shaping his relationship with capacityThe moment at age eight that marked the first time he truly saw himselfWhy asking for help, both then and now, has been a defining part of uncovering himselfThe power of naming his life force - his physis - and trusting it The messy and uncomfortable truth about the journey of uncovering yourselfWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with the Guest Sarah SprouleWebsite: https://sarahsproule.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsarahsproule/Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

Welcome to Season 2 of Becoming You – The Podcast with John Fleming.This season, John is exploring the theme of Uncovering You.We’re going to explore how people come to uncover who they are, what supported them, what blocked them, what challenged them, and what continues to help them.These are real, layered conversations that move beyond surface-level mindset talk. Expect episodes that touch the head, heart, body, and spirit and open up a space that feels less performative and more real.What to expect this season: ➤ Stories of support, self-advocacy, and asking for help ➤ Unmasking autism and embracing neurodivergence ➤ Exploring identity, sexuality, and belonging ➤ Engaging with whiteness and reclaiming abundance ➤ Revisiting and rewriting the life scripts we’ve inheritedWith every episode, you’ll be gently invited to reflect, reconnect, and explore the process of becoming more you.New episodes drop every SaturdayFollow Becoming You – The Podcast with John Fleming wherever you get your podcasts.Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering your authentic self?Join Our Next Online Workshop: https://www.becomingyou.ie/workshops/Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at: www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

What if your sexuality wasn’t something to figure out — but something your body already knows?In this season finale of Becoming You – The Podcast, John sits down with Sarah Sproule — a late-diagnosed autistic ADHDer, occupational therapist, sexuality educator, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner — to explore the unspoken links between neurodivergence, sexuality, shame, and coming home to the body.Growing up undiagnosed and unsure, she says she “absolutely grew up feeling too embarrassed to talk about anything to do with sex at all.”Diagnosed later in life, Sarah shares how autistic burnout shattered the façade she’d held together for years — and how it became a portal back to her body, her truth, and her who she is today.Together, John and Sarah navigate everything from neurodivergence, sensory identity, sexuality, queerness, trauma, and joy — all through the lens of someone discovering herself again, one moment at a time.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:How burnout brought Sarah back into relationship with her bodyThe moment she stopped apologising for her needs and sat on the floor with a yoga matWhy growing up without the words for queerness or neurodivergence shaped her early shameJohns reflections on sex education growing up in rural Ireland How John’s diagnosis reframed his relationship to the gay community and his own identitySarah shares a gentle way for you to explore sexuality through sensations (not labels)Follow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Sarah Sproule:Website: https://sarahsproule.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsarahsproule/Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John Fleming sits down with Dr. Vanessa Lacey, a psychotherapist, educator, parent, and one of Ireland’s leading voices in trans advocacy.Vanessa shares her deeply personal story - from growing up in 1960s Waterford, through years of survival and silence, to finding her truth and stepping into a life of authenticity, compassion, and service.This is a conversation about identity, family, healing, and the quiet courage it takes to live in alignment with who you are, even when the world doesn’t make it easy.Together, John and Vanessa explore the human side of gender, mental health, and the journey of becomingWhat You’ll Discover in This Episode:Vanessa’s story of growing up in 1970s Waterford,The emotional and physical toll of suppressing her gender identity - and the impact it had on her education and mental healthHow psychotherapy supported her begin to understand her truth and choose lifeVanessa’s journey of transitioning her gender to align with her natureHer work in gender identity advocacy, education, and family support — and why listening and language matterThe lifelong process of becoming and how that relates to our identityFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Dr. Vanessa Lacey:Website: www.gendercare.ieLinkedIn: Dr. Vanessa Lacey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-vanessa-lacey-8525b335/?originalSubdomain=ieWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John Fleming is joined by Kamla de Haas, a dancer, somatic coach, and lifelong observer of the human experience, for a rich conversation about the body - and what it means to listen to the body.Kamla shares her early experiences of growing up adopted in the Netherlands, her deep curiosity about human behaviour, and how dance became her first language of expression and freedom. From a young age, she was someone people opened up to and now, through her work, Kamla invites others to come back into relationship with their bodies.This episode is a gentle invitation to get curious about your relationship with your body — and how it shapes your journey of becoming.Together, John and Kamla explore:How Kamla’s early experience of being adopted shaped her desire to observe and understand human behaviourThe wisdom of the body and why it’s often ignoredThe difference between thinking about your body and being in itWhy we focus so much on the head when the body holds so much moreWhy Kamla calls herself a “spiritual cheerleader” and stands beside, not above, the people she works withHow simple daily rituals - like touch, breath, and movement - can transform our relationship to ourselves.Follow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Kamla: https://www.splendid-coaching.com/ourstoryWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John speaks with Michelle Thomé, a counsellor and Transactional Analysis practitioner from Brazil, whose work explores the emotional and relational dimensions of money.Michelle shares her personal journey of becoming and how her relationship with money has been a powerful lens into deeper questions of identity, self-worth, and belonging.Together, Michelle and John explore how our money patterns are often inherited, unconscious, and shaped by the roles we take on in childhood - and how reconnecting with ourselves can begin to shift our financial narratives in gentle, embodied ways.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:Why our relationship with money is rarely just about moneyHow grief, family dynamics, and loss shape financial identityThe link between Transactional Analysis “scripts” and the stories we tell ourselves about worthWhat Michelle means by “being loyal to a dysfunctional system” - and how to begin healing itHow small moments of joy, like browsing flights or enjoying a shower, helped her to build connection with the present selfWhy curiosity, community, and compassion are key to transforming your relationship with moneyFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Michelle Thome on Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellethome/?originalSubdomain=brDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John Fleming welcomes Dr. Luke Beardon, senior lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University. Luke has worked for over three decades in the autism field. He is an advocate of autistic individuals’ rights and seeks to redress inequalities often faced by the autistic community. He has published several books on autism and has won several autism - related awards.Together, they explore what it really means to support neurodivergent people - not by trying to fix them, but by changing the systems, expectations, and environments that get in their way.Luke shares how his own journey began as a child when he first realised that adults - even those closest to us - don’t always know what’s right for you. Since then, his work has centred around challenging the assumption that neurodivergent people need to change or be “fixed” - and instead focusing on creating environments where people can be exactly who they are.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:The childhood moment that sparked Luke’s questioning of normative behaviourWhat masking means and why people do itWhat “autistic courtesy” means and how we can use it to create more inclusive spacesHow environments - not individuals - are often the biggest barrier to inclusionThe importance of lived experience and participatory research, especially in autism studiesFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookConnect with our guest Dr. Luke Beardon: https://www.shu.ac.uk/about-us/our-people/staff-profiles/luke-beardon#firstSectionDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John Fleming welcomes Martin Duffy, shamanic practitioner, psychotherapist, and founder of The Irish Centre for Shamanic Studies, for a moving and expansive conversation about healing, soul retrieval, and what it means to truly come home to yourself."People are now waking up to the idea that they need to take on their own spiritual autonomy and that there's more to life than the simulated reality that we see in our digital world nowadays."Martin shares how his own journey led him away from the psychiatric system, where he spent over 35 years as a nurse, into the world of counselling, psychology, shamanic practice, and ancestral wisdom. In a world that’s becoming louder, faster, and more disconnected, this episode is an invitation to return to something deeper.Together, John and Martin explore what it means to feel fully alive, and how healing can be found not through fixing, but through deep listening - to our dreams, our bodies, our memories, and the earth beneath our feet.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:Why Martin left psychiatric nursing - and what he learned by stepping outside the medical modelWhat shamanism, soul loss and soul retrieval mean in the context of trauma, grief, and identityHow we can reconnect with the parts of ourselves that were lost through pain or disconnectionThe role of dreams, spirit guides, and ancestors in personal and collective healingMartin’s thoughts about technology, AI, and digital overload - and the invitation to return to body, earth, and soulFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Martin Duffy and Shamanism IrelandShamanism Ireland Website: https://www.shamanismireland.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shamanism_courses/Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You – The Podcast, John Fleming speaks with Jayne Morris, a burnout coach, psychotherapist, and author, who shares the deeply personal story of how burnout became the turning point in her life - and the start of her own becoming.Jayne reflects on how this pursuit of endless self-improvement, coupled with masking, people-pleasing, and societal expectations, left her physically, emotionally, and spiritually depleted.Her burnout became a pivotal moment that eventually allowed her to reimagine success, reclaim her creativity, and begin to live in alignment with her truest self.John and Jayne reflect on rest as a radical act, how burnout relates to identity suppression, and why we need to challenge the systems and beliefs that keep us stuck in cycles of overextension.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:Jayne’s own experience with burnout and how it became the catalyst for reconnecting with her values and true identity.How people-pleasing, perfectionism, and striving to prove herself contributed to her burnout.How the inner critic and unconscious beliefs slowly chip away at identity.Why rest isn’t a luxury - but a fundamental part of wellbeing.How systems that reward constant output and hustle culture quietly lead us to burnoutFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieConnect with Jayne MorrisWebsite: https://www.jaynemorris.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnouttobrilliance/Would you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You - The Podcast, John Fleming sits down with Viv Grant, a coach and director of Integrity Coaching, to explore the deeply personal moments that forced her to redefine her identity and the impact of race on her own journey to becoming.From sadly losing her mother to facing her own diagnosis, Viv opens up about life events that asked her to challenge her old ideas of achievement and identity. She also speaks about the impact of race on her journey and what it really means to build a life that is yours.Viv also shares her perspective on soul activism - what it means, why it matters, and how it ties into her own becoming.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:How her mother’s passing and her own diagnosis reshaped her sense of selfViv’s personal story to discovering what truly mattersThe relationship between race and identity in the journey of self-discoveryWhat soul activism means to Viv and how it shapes her workWhether you’re curious or just beginning to question the role of race in the identity process, this episode will give you the insights to start shifting your perspective.Follow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_Share Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookConnect with Viv GrantWebsite: https://www.integritycoaching.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/IntegritycoachingDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Content Advice: This episode contains discussions about race, grief, and illness, including personal experiences of losing a loved one and facing a cancer diagnosis. This conversation is shared with deep care and honesty, and we acknowledge it may be challenging for some listeners.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this episode of Becoming You - The Podcast, John Fleming sits down with Moira Geary, also known as The Recombobulator, to explore the hidden impact of limiting beliefs, how they shape our thoughts, and how we can begin to break free from them. Moira shares her personal journey of self-discovery, from struggling with anxiety and fear of rejection to understanding the subconscious patterns that held her back. Through deep self-work and neuroscience-backed techniques, she learned how to reprogram her thinking and now helps others do the same.This conversation is raw, insightful, and deeply practical, offering you tools and perspectives to begin shifting the beliefs that limit them.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:Moira’s personal journey – How she overcame years of anxiety, fear of rejection, and self-doubtWhat are limiting beliefs, and how do they form? How do our past experiences shape the way we see ourselves? The role of language and self-talk in shaping our identity – How small shifts in how we speak to ourselves can transform our realityHow to tell the difference between ego-driven decisions and intuitive choicesPractical techniques to rewire limiting beliefsMoira’s insights are refreshingly real and deeply transformative, offering a powerful perspective to overcoming the beliefs that keep us stuck.Follow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_LinkedIn: @becomingyouShare Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookConnect with Moira Geary:Visit her website: https://www.moirageary.com/Visit her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moirageary_Download Your Free Self Led Workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

In this very first episode of Becoming You - The Podcast, host John Fleming sits down for a deeply personal and reflective conversation with his colleague Jayne Morris to explore what it really means to become yourself.This episode sets the foundation for what Becoming You is all about - a space for open, honest, and raw discussions on identity, authenticity, and personal transformation. John shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, how he navigated self-doubt and societal expectations, and why this podcast is an extension of his lifelong passion for supporting others in their own path of becoming.In this episode, John and Jayne explore:The deeply personal origins of Becoming You and why John felt called to create this spaceWhat it truly means to become yourself and why this journey is different for everyoneMoments that shaped John’s identity, including a pivotal childhood experience and moments of self-awarenessThe role of different healing modalities - therapy, coaching, holistic practices - and why no single approach works for everyoneThe vision for the podcast and what to expect this seasonFollow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_LinkedIn: @becomingyouShare Your Story:John would love to hear from you! If this episode resonated with you, send an email to [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieWould you like to explore the idea of uncovering, embracing and being your true self?Download your free self led workbook: https://www.becomingyou.ie/#workbookDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance publicly via the primary or emergency healthcare services in your area or privately from an appropriate qualified professional or relevant support service.Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.

Welcome to Becoming You - The Podcast with John Fleming.A podcast about uncovering, embracing, and being your authentic self.Hosted by John Fleming, founder and lead practitioner of Becoming You, this podcast is a space for open, honest, and raw conversations about identity, self-discovery, and personal transformation.Each episode will dive into deep conversations about identity and authenticity. In season one, expect personal stories and lived experiences from guests on their own journeys of becoming, as well as insights from professionals who guide others through transformation. The podcast takes a holistic approach, integrating mind, body, heart, and spirit to support lasting change.The podcast is launching on March 22nd 2025.New episodes drop every Saturday, so if you would like to join the journey, make sure to click follow on your favourite streaming platform so you know when we release an episode.Follow Becoming You on Social Media:Instagram: @becoming_you_TikTok: @becoming_you_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomingyou/For questions, feedback, or to share your story, email [email protected] the website at www.becomingyou.ieDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast represents the personal experiences, opinions, and insights of the host, guests, and contributors. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, whether medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial.If you are experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, or require professional support, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified professional or relevant support services.