Happy Smiling People

Jasmine Shaw is a 20 year old motorsports racing driver. In this episode, we discuss just how physical motorsport is, the niche training of a racing driver and why they train their necks so much, whether weight matters in racing, how prejudice and sexism impact motorsport, the BTS of female motorsport and the pressure of media presence, the business side of being a professional athlete, the problem with being an F1 fan, whether motorsport has become too exclusive, whether Drive to Survive has ruined F1 and women’s motorsport trajectory, the different stages of becoming an F1 driver, Jasmine’s advice for women in sport, and much more!Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Jasmine online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasmineshawracing/ 00:00 is motorsports a physical sport?2:20 the niche training of a racing driver and why they train their necks so much5:30 does weight matter?10:00 the prejudice and sexism in motorsport17:00 BTS of female motorsports and media presence20:00 the business side of being a professional athlete25:00 the problem with being an f1 fan28:00 is motorsport too exclusive?31:00 has Drive To Survive ruined the sport and women’s motorsports trajectory?36:30 the different stages to become an F1 Driver44:00 is it better to join a sport earlier or later in life?48:00 advice for women in sport

Dr Rachel Goldman is a clinical psychologist, speaker, consultant, and author of When Life Happens. She is also Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. In this episode, we discuss what stress has to do with our health, how to utilise our thoughts and why our brain is wired the way it is, modern-day emotional fighting, why some people are more competitive and ambitious than others, how different personality types work together, different types of stress, whether work-life balance exists, the stress ladder accumulation, how to use cognitive behavioural therapy to improve your life, ‘should’ statements, setting SMART goals, and much more!Find me online: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly⁠⁠Cozy Earth: ⁠⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠⁠ Use code HAPPYSMILINGPEOPLE for up to 20% off sitewide.Find Dr Rachel Online: Website: https://www.drrachelnyc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelnyc/ 00:00 what has stress got to do with our health?13:00 how to utilise our thoughts and why our brain is wired the way it is17:00 modern day emotional fighting20:00 why are some people more competitive and ambitious than others?24:00 how different personality types work together 26:00 different types of stress31:00 does work life balance exist?36:00 the stress ladder accumulation39:00 how to use cognitive behavioural therapy to improve your life42:00 the ‘should’ statements 49:00 setting SMART goals

Katie Hardie is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist and FDN Practitioner, and founder of My PEAK 365.In this episode, we discuss: what a long-term health and performance approach looks like; setting athlete training plans; the impact of exercise as a type of stress; what taper tantrums are and how to incorporate adequate tapering; the serious health consequences of insufficient rest; what a rest day should look like; the effect of lack of rest on the female body; a holistic approach to planning your week; the biological difference between excitement and anxiety; why being busy is addictive; the ‘gold medal syndrome’ and leading a rigidly structured life; the need to feel productive; where to start when identifying key stressors in your life; and much more!Find me online: ⁠https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly⁠Cozy Earth: ⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠ Use code HAPPYSMILINGPEOPLE for up to 20% off sitewide.Find Katie Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypeak365/Website: https://www.mypeak365.com/ 00:00 what does a long term health and performance approach look like?02:30 athlete training periodisation04:30 start with recovery06:00 exercise is a type of stress07:14 taper tantrums8:30 are you lazy if you aren’t busy?12:00 the serious health consequences of insufficient rest16:45 what should a rest day look like?18:00 lack of rest’s effect on the female body21:00 holistic approach to planning your week25:00 the difference between excitement and anxiety29:00 why being busy is addictive40:00 the ‘gold medal syndrome’ and leading a rigidly structured life48:00 the need to feel productive 52:00 where to start when identifying key stressors in your life 

Dr. Heather Finley is a Registered Dietitian and Gut Health Specialist.In this episode, we discuss how the landscape of gut health has changed in the past year, how to add gluten and dairy back into your diet after intolerances, what a parasite is and where they come from, how to improve your immune system in your gut, whether it is possible to permanently damage your gut health, whether you can out-supplement a poor lifestyle, the definition of stress and identifying lifestyle stressors, digestive health vs. gut health, dealing with ‘food guilt,’ controlling your self-narrative, myth-busting gut health misconceptions, how to create long-term change and establishing daily habits, and much more.Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyCozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/ Use code HAPPYSMILINGPEOPLE for up to 20% off sitewide.Find Heather online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherfinley/Website: https://www.drheatherfinley.co/00:00 How has the landscape of gut health changed in the past year?4:45 How to add gluten and dairy back into your diet8:30 What is a parasite and where do they come from?10:00 How to improve your immune system in your gut13:00 Can you permanently damage your gut health?15:00 How to treat gut issues?18:00 You can’t out-supplement a poor lifestyle19:30 The definition of stress – even good things are stressful22:00 Identifying stressors23:30 Digestive health vs. gut health29:00 Dealing with ‘food guilt’30:30 Controlling your self-narrative34:00 Myth-busting gut health misconceptions36:30 Creating long-term change and establishing daily habits40:00 Heather’s biggest piece of adviceKeywordsgut health, probiotics, prebiotics, digestive health, immune system, lifestyle factors, stress management, dietary changes, gut microbiome, health myths

This solo episode is an exploration into the concept of the 'winter arc'; what it is, what it does, and why we should care about it. Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/ Use code HAPPYSMILINGPEOPLE for up to 20% off site wide

Robin Nielsen is an Integrative Nutritionist who specialises in women’s health and hormone balance.In this episode, we discuss: what it means to ‘feel old’ while you are still young; what balancing your hormones looks like; which hormones stimulate anxiety; how deleting our ‘to-do’ lists can ease our stress; how to heal from unbalanced hormones; how many meals a healthy person should have a day and why; what we should be eating to manage our cortisol; how men and women tolerate alcohol differently; how to set New Year’s resolutions and achievable goals; and much more!Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/ Use code HAPPYSMILINGPEOPLE for up to 20% off site wideFind Robin online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinanielsen/?hl=en Website: https://naturalhormonesolution.com/ The Complete Hormone Quiz: https://naturalhormonesolution.com/happysmilingpeople/Timestamps:00:00 what does it mean to ‘feel old’ while you are still young? 2:30 what does it mean to balance your hormones? 8:30 what hormones stimulate anxiety?12:30 should we delete our ‘to-do’ lists?20:00 how to heal from un balanced hormones?  28:00 how many meals should a healthy person have and why?33:00 what should we be eating to manage our cortisol?35:00 how do men and women tolerate alcohol differently?38:00 New Years Resolution and setting achievable goals43:00 building key stone habits  Keywordshormones, health, stress, balance, wellness, nutrition, self-care, personal growth, women's health, lifestyle changes

Tricia Nelson is an emotional eating expert and the author of Heal Your Hunger. In this episode, we discuss what emotional eating really is, whether some people are more predisposed to disordered eating, the difference between quick diet fixes and addressing the deeper root causes, the common traits of emotional eaters and how to understand and identify emotional eating patterns, why certain foods feel “comforting,” how to combat emotional eating, and the different types of hunger — and so much more.Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Tricia Online:Website: https://healyourhunger.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TriciaNelson_00:00 what is emotional eating8:40 are some people more predisposed to disordered eating?13:00 quick diet fix vs examining the deeper issues15:00 traits of emotional eaters 18:00 day to day of working as a nutritionist 22:30 understanding and identifying emotional eating 28:00 why comfort food is ‘comforting’ 29:30 the different types of hunger 32:00 how to combat emotional eating Keywordsemotional eating, disordered eating, food addiction, recovery, mental health, community support, self-discovery, coping mechanisms, comfort food, emotional well-being

Courtney Townley is a personal trainer turned life coach, passionate about helping women to thrive, especially through midlife. In this episode, we explore Courtney’s three-decade journey in the women’s fitness industry, whether fat loss will always be a trend, and how to uncover your why to build lasting motivation and habits. We dive into changing unhealthy behaviours, dismantling the “mean girl” inner narrative, and how manifestation is grounded in science and can create real, positive results.Courtney also shares her pivot from fitness instructor to life coach, the fastest way to erode self-trust, practical tips to feel like yourself again, what “health” really means, and how women can take better care of themselves.Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Courtney Online:Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracegrit/?hl=enTimestamps:00:00 Courtney’s journey in the women’s fitness industry over the past 3 decades 05:14 will fat loss always be a trend?08:40 working out our ‘why’ and motivation for habits11:30 how to change unhealthy behaviours, and the ‘mean girl’ self-narrative 17:00 how manifestation is science based and create positive results 21:40 where is the line between rationalising actions and taking responsibility for our mistakes or difficult decisions25:00 the quickest way to erode self trust 28:00 Courtney’s pivot from fitness instructor to life coach 31:00 why did Courtney choose to focus on middle age women as her target market? 36:00 tips to feel like yourself again 39:30 The Consistency Code 46:00 what does ‘health’ actually mean?51:20 how can women take better care of themselves?Keywordsfitness, wellness, women's health, self-care, behavior change, self-narrative, consistency, midlife, coaching, mental health

Eva Humphries is a Nutritional Therapist.In this episode, we discuss: whether nutritional advice is overhyped, our obsession with optimisation and longevity, the rising cost of food and how much of our money we should be spending on it, the culture of office snacking and how to stay healthy at work, whether companies should prioritise employee wellbeing, how to make sustainable lifestyle changes, the best ways to approach health as we age, how appetites change as we get older, the definition of quality of life, and much more.Find me online: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly⁠Find Eva Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholefoodwarrior/?hl=en Website: https://wholefoodwarrior.co.uk/ Timestamps:00:00 Is nutrition advice blown out of proportion?05:30 our obsession with optimisation 11:00 hyper fixation for longevity and eliminating certain foods14:00 how much should we spend on food and why is It so expensive?17:30 office culture - how to life a healthy lifestyle while spending so much time in an office  26:00 employee wellbeing - are companies taking care of their employees health?35:00 the corporate side to health42:00 sustainable behaviour changes 45:00 how should we approach our health later in life 48:00 how our appetite changes as we age 54:00 how would you define quality of lifeKeywordsnutrition, wellness, health, individualized diet, corporate wellness, aging, quality of life, sustainable eating, nutrition education, food affordability

Dr. Federica Amati is the Head Nutritionist at  ZOE, the nutrition science company leading the gut health revolution, and holds a PhD in Clinical Medicine Research from Imperial College London. She has a masters in Public Health and is an Association for Nutrition (AfN) Registered Nutritionist. Federica is the author of Recipes for a Better Menopause and Sunday Times Bestseller Every Body Should Know This. In this episode, we dive into how our bodies evolve with age - from the differences between men and women to the effects of menopause on metabolism, we talk about the essential health rules to follow when we’re younger, the five food groups most people forget, and the pitfalls of supplement culture; we unpack how different generations think about diet, our emotional ties to food, why home cooking matters more than ever, what’s new in nutrition research, what Federica’s ultimate goal with her work is — and much more. Find me online: ⁠https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Federica online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.fede.amati/?hl=en Website: https://www.federicaamati.com/ Zoe Website: https://zoe.com/en-gb Timestamps:00:00 how do our bodies change as we age?02:30 how do men and women’s bodies age differently? 05:00 how does the menopause impact metabolism?10:45 the broad health rules for our diet in younger years15:00 the 5 food groups missing from our plates27:00 the problem with supplement culture is that 48:00 the difference in different generation’s approach to diet 58:00 the emotional attachments we carry to food1:01:00 why we should all cook home cooked meals 1:05:00 what are the upcoming trends in science and research 01:16:00 what is Federica’s end goal with her work?

Mollie Birney is a clinical life coach and former therapist. In this episode, we discuss what a clinical life coach is and how they differ from a therapist; whether perfectionism is just procrastination in disguise; behaviour change and how to shift the narrative of our subconscious and irrational brain; why women struggle to take compliments; why women often criticise one another; the roots and meaning of shame; how to recognise when our negative emotions become too intense; how mental overconsumption affects anxiety and our survival nervous system; why we disconnect from the present moment; what it means to experience an existential crisis; the difference between a thought and a feeling; how we begin to discover who we truly are—and much more.Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Mollie Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molliebirney/ Website: https://www.molliebirney.com/ Keywordsclinical life coach, perfectionism, anxiety, self-worth, shame, existential crisis, self-discovery, mental health, emotional balance, personal growthTimestamps: 00:00 what is a clinical life coach - how is that different to a therapist?03:45 is perfectionism just procrastination? 07:00 behaviour change and altering the narrative of our subconscious and irrational brain11:30 why women struggle to take compliments 16:00 why do women criticise each other 21:00 why do we feel shame and what does it mean?24:00 how do we know when our negative feelings are too strong?29:00 the overconsumption in our brains and how it related to anxiety and our survival nervous system 33:00 why we have disassociation with the present moment 39:45 what does it mean to have an existential crisis?44:30 what is the difference between a thought and a feeling? 53:00 how do we find out who we are? 

Noor Al-Humaidhi is an MD and Menopause Specialistand founder of Lifestyles By Noor. In this episode, we discuss:What hormone health really meansThe mental and emotional side effects of perimenopauseHow to predict when you might go through menopauseThe truth about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) — and why some people choose not to take itThe roles of progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone in the bodyA breakdown of each stage in the menstrual cycle and how it overlaps with perimenopause symptomsThe key differences between perimenopause and menopauseAnd whether it’s ever too late to start HRTFind me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Noor Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askdrnoor/?hl=enLifestyles by Noor: Website: https://www.lifestylesbynoor.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifestylesbynoornh/?hl=enTimestamps:00:00 what is hormone health?06:00 the mental side effects to perimenopause 09:45 the difficulty with perimenopause not being tangible or defined 13:45 how to predict when you will go through menopause 15:00 how to treat women going through the menopause 18:00 the truth about HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)19:45 what do progesterone, estrogen and testosterone do in our bodies25:00 what symptoms does HRT improve in perimenopause  25:30 why do people not want to take HRT?28:00 are there any lifestyle factors or patterns that result in more severe perimenopause and menopause symptoms?30:00 understanding each stage in the menstrual cycle and how symptoms work in conjunction with perimenopause symptoms?35:00 what is the difference between perimenopause and menopause?36:00 is it ever too late to start HRT?39:30 trends of perimenopausal and menopausal patients 41:00 why do we lose bone density as we age? 45:30 most surprising elements of the women’s health and fitness industry 47:00 do any HRT negatives have merit? Keywords:hormone health, women's health, menopause, mental health, hormone therapy, lifestyle factors, midlife health, progesterone, estrogen, testosterone

Juliet Starrett is a PNL2 Nutrition Coach, and is on a mission to help people move move. Best selling NYT and Sunday Times author, and Founder and CEO of The Ready State. In this episode, we explore:What a truly healthy approach to longevity looks likeWhy so many of us feel "deskbound" — and common misconceptions about fitnessThe powerful health benefits of simply spending time outdoorsHow to build healthy habits (and why it’s often so hard)The surprising decline in overall movement in modern society — even as we “exercise” moreWhy step count is one of the best indicators of total daily movementThe benefits of sitting on the floor daily — plus how the Sit and Rise Test can reveal a lot about your mobilityPractical ways to incorporate mobility into your routine — and what that should actually look likeAnd so much more!Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Juliet Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julietstarrett/?hl=enWebsite: https://thereadystate.com/Time stamps:00:00 what is a healthy approach to longevity08:30 why we all feel so Deskbound and the misunderstandings of fitness 18:00 why spending time outside is the best thing for your health20:00 creating healthy habits and why its hard 22:00 the decline of total movement in society and how it has made us less healthy despite ‘exercising’ more 24:00 why step count is the best proxy for total movement 28:00 why a good posture is crucial 28:30 why everyone should spend time sitting on the floor each day & the sit and rise test35:00 why people don’t like mobility work, and when they start to care about it 41:00 how to incorporate mobility - what to actually do 46:00 base camp practices of basic fitness 54:00 putting the fun back into health and fitness Keywordslongevity, durability, health span, movement, mobility, nature, sedentary lifestyle, wellness, fitness, aging

Claire Pettitt is a PHD qualified PCOS Dietitian and Nutrionist specialising in women's health, PCOS and gut health. In this episode, we discuss:What it means to be a compassionate PCOS dietitianThe therapeutic and empathetic role of a nutritionist — especially around weight gain and lossUnderstanding disordered eating patterns and how they developThe dangers of following nutrition advice on social mediaCommon myths around women’s health and fitnessHow the role of a dietitian has evolved over the past 20 yearsThe risks of relying on AI (including ChatGPT) for medical adviceA dietitian’s perspective on longevity and the bio-hacking trendWhat endometriosis is, where it comes from, and how it affects the bodyA deep dive into PCOS — how it's examined and treatedFind me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Claire Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cp_nutritionrd/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.clairepettitt.com/about-claireKeywordsPCOS, nutrition, compassionate dietitian, women's health, disordered eating, body image, social media, behavior change, Mediterranean diet, endometriosisTimestamps:00:00 what is a compassionate PCOS dietitian - less weight centred 06:00 the therapeutic and empathetic side to a nutritionist and emotions around weight gain and loss 08:15 what does it mean to have disordered eating patterns10:00 dangers of social media advice 14:00 common myths for women’s health and fitness20:00 how the work of a dietician has changed over the past 20 years26:20 the risks of chat GPT medical advice27:30 what does behaviour change look like to pursue a healthier diet? 31:50 a dietitian’s view on longevity and bio-hacking 35:00 its not just what we eat, but how we eat38:44 what is endometriosis and where does it come from45:00 examining and treating PCOS 

Grace Kingswell is a fertility expert mBANT specialising in fertility journeys, and IVF, and postpartum.In this episode we discuss: what holistic health means and looks like, the benefits of breast milk, the best type of birth for your baby and why, what can cause infertility, how our bodies are not designed for artificial light, and much more. Find me online: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFollow Grace online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracekingswell?igsh=eGl3eDU1aTVoc3Z6Website: https://www.gracekingswell.com00:00 What does it mean to have a holistic approach for lifestyle medicine?06:10 how to effectively block light and use blue blocker glasses10:30 how do our bodies adapt to the circadian rhythm - should we be sleeping more in winter? 19:00 how modern society is structured for women - working during pregnancy and managing monthly cycles 22:00 what is a fertility expert? 27:00 what are the common factors leading to infertility?30:00 is the biological clock as important as people say for fertility? 36:00 the different types of stress in modern life and its impact38:00 misconceptions of pregnancy and postpartum 41:00 the selfless nature required to be a mother and how mode of birth and feeding can effect a baby long term45:00 the benefits of breastmilk 53:00 finding out relevant information from reliable sourcesKeywordsholistic nutrition, lifestyle medicine, sleep health, circadian rhythms, women's health, fertility, pregnancy nutrition, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, community support

Elinor Barker is a professional road and track cyclist, multiple Olympic medalist and World and European Champion cyclist. In this episode we discuss: women’s professional road cycling and their maternity policy, Elinor’s training through pregnancy as a professional athlete, how she competed in the Olympics and won a silver medal while pregnant with her first child, the risk vs reward of riding your bike, how hard to train while pregnant and what signs to look out for, mental and physical frustrations on pregnancy training, how her body image and perception has developed, what her road  back to racing looked like after having her first child, and much more. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Elinor Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elinorbarker/?hl=enKeywordswomen's cycling, pregnancy, maternity policies, training, mental health, body image, nutrition, recovery, professional athletes, motherhood, professional cyclist, womens cycling, olympic cycling0:00 - Trailer0:54 - Pregnant With No Maternity Contract5:20 - Trying To Train Whilst Pregnant 08:10 - Racing Whilst Pregnant 15:12 - Training Through Trimesters 19:30 - Online Narrative About Pregnancy 24:05 - Training For Labour? 28:50 - Sleeping & Training 31:39 - Body Image As A Pro Cyclist 35:28 - Positive & Negative Comments 38:50 - Online Content Through Pregnancy 41:07 - Nutrition Whilst Pregnant 46:29 - What Motivates Elinor? 48:40 - Advice For Active Women Overlay credits: Skoda, Elinor Barker, Uno X Team, TNT Sports, Eurosport 

Kaitlin Colucci is a Gut Health Dietitian & Yoga TeacherIn this episode we discuss: what holistic health means and looks like, our gut brain connection - leading to the link between diet and mental health, Kaitlin’s experience as an NHS dietician, holistic practices vs modern medicine, whether we overly rely on modern medication, why incorporating yoga could transform our bodies, minds and hormones, battling overconsumption, and much more! My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Kaitlin Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themissiondietitian/?hl=en Website: https://www.kaitlincolucci.com/ Timestamps:00:00 what is holistic health03:50 understanding the gut brain connection09:00 how gut conditions can link to mental health16:40 Kaitlin’s experience as an NHS dietician21:15 holistic health vs modern medicine - do we rely too much on quick fix pills23:45 how moving bodies and incorporating yoga practice helps our holistic health27:30 how much yoga do we need to do to benefit our health33:00 is our culture set up to make us unhealthy?35:00 how to support our hormones39:00 tracking our health through wearable monitors43:00 the world of overconsumptionKeywordsholistic health, gut health, mental health, diet, yoga, nutrition, gut-brain connection, NHS, mindfulness, fiber

Dr Piper Gibson is a Doctor of Functional Medicine, Advanced Holistic Nutrition, and a Board-Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine, and founder of Elite Gene Labs and the Tic Disorder Institute: Regenerating Health. She’s also the author of Tic Talk: Common Misconceptions, Natural Approaches, and Real Conversations About Tic Disorders.In this episode we discuss: what holistic health is and what indicators to measure it by, whether we rely too much on modern medicine and the risks these reliance may have, propaganda of pharmaceutical companies, where to start when detoxifying your home, how our diet can increase or decrease anxiety, whether genetic dispositions or degenerative diseases are hereditary, natural supplements that can boost health, and much more. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Dr Piper Gibson online: Companies: Elite Gene Labs⁠,  ⁠Tic Disorder Institute: Regenerating Health⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regeneratinghealth/?hl=en 0:00 understanding our digestion system 06:00 how long it takes to process food through our system 06:49 how do our bodies break down ultra processed foods vs processed foods 12:00 what is IBS 15:00 can you be cured from food intolerances?16:50 what difference does IBS have on digestion18:55 is IBS genetic? 22:00 how to combat IBS 24:10 why are some people born with allergies25:30 how do lifestyle factors impact our digestion  28:50 how does our body respond to stress - why do we need the loo when we are nervous 31:00 why should we examine our poo 33:30 how can people identify IBS 36:00 a realistic approach to managing stress 39:00 simple ways to improve our digestion 42:00 is intermittent fasting beneficial for the gut? 44:50 should we structure our mealtimes in a routine? 45:00 combatting digestion myths - including IV drips 48:40 quick tips for those women looking to optimise their diet, health and digestion Keywordsholistic health, natural medicine, genetics, mental health, diet, wellness, health education, lifestyle changes, inflammation, nutrition

Sophie Medlin is a consultant colorectal dietitian.In this episode we discuss: just how long it takes us to digest our food from our plate to the loo, what IBS is - what causes it, if it’s genetic and whether you can be cured from it, why some people are born with allergies, how lifestyle factors impact our digestion, how our bodies and digestion respond to stress, if intermittent fasting is beneficial for women’s health, whether we should structure our mealtimes, why we should be looking at our poo more and tracking our bowel movements, and much more!My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Sophie online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiedietitian/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.citydietitians.co.uk/sophie-medlin0:00 understanding our digestion system 06:00 how long it takes to process food through our system 06:49 how do our bodies break down ultra processed foods vs processed foods 12:00 what is IBS 15:00 can you be cured from food intolerances?16:50 what difference does IBS have on digestion18:55 is IBS genetic? 22:00 how to combat IBS 24:10 why are some people born with allergies25:30 how do lifestyle factors impact our digestion  28:50 how does our body respond to stress - why do we need the loo when we are nervous 31:00 why should we examine our poo 33:30 how can people identify IBS 36:00 a realistic approach to managing stress 39:00 simple ways to improve our digestion 42:00 is intermittent fasting beneficial for the gut? 44:50 should we structure our mealtimes in a routine? 45:00 combatting digestion myths - including IV drips 48:40 quick tips for those women looking to optimise their diet, health and digestion Keywordsdigestion, IBS, processed foods, gut health, nutrition, stress, health tips, microbiome, food intolerances, wellness

Shakira Akabusi is a women’s fitness expert, speaker, presenter and exercise coach, specialising in pre and post natal fitness, and founder of Strong Like Mum. In this episode we discuss: Shakira’s mission of smashing the stereotype of postnatal fitness, Shakira’s pillars of health during pregnancy, we examine the ‘bare minimum’ of recommended exercise* during pregnancy - all the way to optimising fitness during pregnancy, the ultimate core exercises to help your muscles pre-partum, whether you can train for an active labour, we go back to basics with the pelvic floor: what is it, how does it work, what happens when we don’t take care of it, and just how many pelvic floor exercises we should aim to do, we go through recovery postpartum and how to build your fitness again, the mental wellbeing side of pregnancy, and much more! *Example based on a medically non-complicated pregnancyWatch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/J0U_sWh8uz8 My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Shakira Online: Website: https://www.stronglikemum.com/what-we-do Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shakira.akabusi/?hl=en Book: http://amazon.co.uk/Strong-Like-Mum-Method-postnatal-ebook/dp/B09F8R9D12 Timestamps: 00:00 Shakira’s mission of smashing the stereotype of postnatal fitness 03:00 where does this negative narrative come from? 08:30 pillars of health during pregnancy - sleep, nutrition, physical health and exercise, rest11:20 bare minimum of exercise in a ‘normal’ pregnancy 13:25 ultimate core exercises 15:00 optimum exercise routine for active women during pregnancy 18:00 importance of posture in pregnancy 20:50 can you train during pregnancy to facilitate labour? 22:50 understanding the pelvic floor 26:00 how to do pelvic floor exercises 33:00 post partum fitness 40:00 the mental well-being side of pre and post partum44:00 ways exercise helps our mental health by distraction and allowing us to process 46:30 main takeaways in Shakira’s work in women’s fitness Keywordspostnatal fitness, motherhood, women's health, pelvic floor, exercise, stereotypes, Strong Like Mom, research, empowerment, prenatal health, pelvic floor, postpartum fitness, mental wellbeing, exercise, empowerment, Kegel exercises, women's health, fitness guidance, motherhood, physical recovery

Anna Mathur is a psychotherapist, psychoeducator and author. In this episode we discuss: where self-worth comes from, what burn out is and how it impacts our self-perception, the loneliness epidemic and why so many people are suffering from loneliness, the risks of Chat GPT therapy, the impact of the lack of boundaries in the digital world. advice to those recovering from burnout, what success looks like to Anna, and much more. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Anna Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annamathur/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.annamathur.com/Timestamps:00:00 what is self worth and where does it come from 08:00 the wellness movement 17:00 your inner dialogue20:00 what is burn out and how does it link with self worth 23:00 we are wasting our social energy on social media 26:30 has the demand for therapy increased because people are lonelier 27:00 the ethical challenges of chat GPT therapy 28:20 explaining why there is a loneliness epidemic - why are we so lonely? 32:00 the dangerous side to chat GPT35:00 the freedom and lack of boundaries in the digital world 41:00 what happens when you sweep things ‘under the carpet’ 43:00 advice to people wanting a fresh start 46:30 advice for recovering from burnout 50:00 what does success look like to Anna? Keywordsself-worth, mental health, wellness, burnout, inner dialogue, self-care, therapy, emotional health, personal growth, self-esteem, digital connection, loneliness epidemic, authentic relationships, work-life balance, redefining roles, self-worth, open dialogue, burnout recovery, personal success

Claire Johnson is a registered clinical nutritionist specialising in women’s health and PCOS. In this episode we discuss: how to practically understand and support your hormones, ways to tailor your workouts to reduce stress, whether your genetics predetermine your health, whether you can out-exercise a bad diet, what PCOS is and ways to reduce the symptoms, whether there is point in tracking your menstrual cycle, understanding how you feel throughout your cycle, battling key misconceptions of health, and much more. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MHdQoWtusc8 My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Claire Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claire_womenshealthnutrition/ Timestamps:00:00 ‘people come to me to stop feeling crap’02:50 do our emotions reflect our inner hormone health 08:30 tailor your workouts to reduce stress 12:00 how much do genetics dictate our lives? 15:00 where to start when battling chronic conditions 17:10 can you out exercise a bad diet 21:21 how important is exercise when looking at overall health 24:20 what is PCOS 29:20 how can you cure PCOS33:45 optimum diet for health and balancing PCOS 36:45 marketing of protein products 38:00 should we track our menstrual cycles 40:00 understanding how we feel during our cycle 47:00 being disciplined yet treating yourself with kindness 47:40 battling key misconceptions 52:10 tips for better health Keywordswomen's health, hormonal health, stress management, PCOS, lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, mental health, modern life, health conditions, PCOS, women's health, hormonal balance, diet, menstrual cycle, nutrition, self-care, misconceptions, holistic health, wellness

Rosie Davis-Smith has suffered with chronic insomnia for years since her second child was born. In this episode we discuss: what chronic insomnia actually is, whether insomnia can effect anyone, main symptoms of getting little sleep - emotional, stress levels, mental, physical impacts, common misconceptions of insomnia, and tips for people struggling with poor sleep. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyWatch on YouTube: Keywords: https://youtu.be/KJPJilNmf4wchronic insomnia, sleep deprivation, mental health, emotional well-being, coping strategies, sleep hygiene, holistic remedies, magnesium, personal journey, support systems00:00 what is chronic insomnia and where does it come from 01:40 how our body manifests what’s inside in impacting sleep 04:15 can insomnia affect anyone? 09:00 is insomnia the re-wiring of our brain? 13:15 main symptoms of little sleep17:15 key identifiers of chronic insomnia - emotionally, mentally, stress, physically 26:00 the turning point of improving sleep quality 27:08 common misconceptions about insomnia 28:10 patterns in other people developing insomnia 30:15 what triggers insomnia 32:20 understanding your own brain chemistry 33:40 tips for people struggling with sleep and insomnia 36:00 biggest piece of advice 

Emma Bardwell is a registered nutritionist and an author on weight-loss, longevity and menopause. In this episode we discuss: our fascination with longevity and the practicalities of living better for longer, what the menopause is and how it can manifest itself both physically and and mentally, nutrition and health basics - how we are neglecting the simple ingredients that compound a healthy diet, Emma’s new book - The 30g Plan, and much more. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X5yMmkrBc30 My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Emma Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emma.bardwell/?hl=en Website: https://www.emmabardwell.com/The 30g Plan Pre-Order: https://lnk.to/the30gplanTimestamps:00:00 Longevity03:40 what is the menopause? 08:00 building community 13:50 lifestyle measures of health 20:00 is life more stressful than before? 22:10 immediate gratification 23:20 meno-washing and over-train under eat cycle 29:00 The 30g Plan 35:00 Benefits of a health test and fears of results Keywordslongevity, menopause, health span, nutrition, mental health, community support, lifestyle changes, stress management, mindful eating, women's health

Dr Emily Prpa is an Award Winning Gut and women’s health nutritionist and lecturer at Kings College London. In this episode we discuss: the 5 basis of health, how our lifestyle impacts our gut, the gut-brain connection, the link between our gut bacteria and the development of degenerative diseases, whether our society is too hygienic, the fascination with the ‘blue zones’, and much more!My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Emily Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenutritionreporter/?hl=en Website: https://www.dremilyprpa.com/ 

Dr Haru Yamada is a PhD sociolinguistics researcher and writer from Georgetown University, and expert on listening, and author of Kiku: The Japanese Art of Good Listening. We discuss: how listening impacts our relationships, how through observational listening we conform to social groups around us, how conflicts can be avoided by breaking down relationship tension, the links between our mental and physical health, connection with memories and nostalgia through listening, and breaking down fight, flight and freeze. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyDr Yamada's new book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kiku-Japanese-Art-Good-Listening/dp/1035411822/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=ca3Sj&content-id=amzn1.sym.f7cacb80-afed-4bd2-a630-ebf24465f0d7&pf_rd_p=f7cacb80-afed-4bd2-a630-ebf24465f0d7&pf_rd_r=258-5436987-2131838&pd_rd_wg=fKCw8&pd_rd_r=37d3b8e8-d9f2-4946-ac06-fec14a7a485a&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk Time stamps:00:00 relationships and listening02:30 how listening and observing help us fit in 05:00 how conflicts occur 15:00 links between mental and physical health 22:00 connecting with the world around you 23:50 the connection with memories and nostalgia through listening 26:00 understanding fight, flight or freeze 31:00 how our listening alerts us to danger keywordslistening intelligence, kiku listening, cultural communication, relationship dynamics, preventive medicine, sociolinguistics, auditory perception, emotional connection, effective communication, personal growth

Connie Simmonds is a mindset coach for women. In this episode we discuss: the fascination of quick fixes in the diet industry - and how damaging they can be, creating healthy habit stacking, the 5 pillars of health, managing financial health, gender roles in the cost of living crisis, loneliness in a digital world, friendships, social media comparison, and much more!Watch this  episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sdlnRtAVBH4My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Connie Online: https://www.instagram.com/conniesimmonds/?hl=en

Madeleine Shaw is a nutritionist and author. In this episode we discuss: defining hormonal health, the first steps of addressing your diet, listening to your body warning signs - examining your pee and monitoring your periods, the extremism of health, the benefits of a Mediterranean diet, battling lack of authenticity in the digital world, why fibre intake is just as important as protein intake, and much more!My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Madeleine Online: Website: https://www.madeleineshaw.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madeleine_shaw_/?hl=en

Helen is a Functional and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and founder of Wellness Effect. In this episode we discuss: how our diet fits into our overall wellness, whether we can train our metabolism, the damage of the anti-diet culture, why balance and consistency is the key to all success, why it can feel we must be miserable to achieve anything in life, ultra processed foods and how they're hidden by manufacturers, and much more!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OwnHgjedd4YMy Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Helen Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesseffect_/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.wellnesseffect.co.uk/ Timestamps: 00:00 how does our diet fit into our overall wellness 03:47 Helen’s experience as a yo-yo dieter 12:00 can we train our metabolism13:50 how does exercise factor into weight and a healthy lifestyle 16:00 how people mirror our reaction to situations 18:00 the damage of the anti diet culture 24:00 finding self respect and discipline of ourselves28:00 how balance and consistency will change your life 30:00 why do we feel we have to be miserable to get anywhere in life? 34:00 why do people find it so interesting when people live in a different way? 37:00 Ultra processed foods that we may not know about  Keywordsdiet, wellness, health, nutrition, metabolism, exercise, anti-diet culture, self-trust, balance, holistic health, wellness, routine, ultra-processed foods, self-discovery, societal expectations, mental health, balance, simplicity, mindfulness, health

In this (almost) 10 minute episode, I investigate the question: are more people going to therapy?This episode begins with defining the origins of therapy through the centuries, the effect the Coronavirus Pandemic had on mental health, whether more people are going to therapy and reasons why it is on the rise. This is the third 10 minute episode of a bi-weekly series diving into different topics, in addition to weekly guest episodes.Enjoy the episode.My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillySources:https://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/a63144040/the-year-that-transformed-therapy/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10302760/#:~:text=Kennedy%20signed%20the%20Community%20Mental,individuals%20discharged%20from%20state%20hospitals https://www.covidsocialstudy.org/_files/ugd/3d9db5_9d55b4ff686744cdae69e72cd141ecfb.pdf https://www.covidsocialstudy.org/_files/ugd/3d9db5_95a35b753c9349a5a54030e5640db2d3.pdf https://uk.style.yahoo.com/uk-falls-happiness-rankings-mental-health-covid-casualty-110936978.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93b3JsZGhhcHBpbmVzcy5yZXBvcnQv&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAANyj5aM7ov1UC5DPwRYzuC63iMqYimB5Gj3Y4Axkqv2s4m2T4q-MZRtmjxkr2VGHPLJWcOrFstB_KKFzoGuy3mSd1npSAmiW4SwfJbow0e3umMutleq1dQ2_Cu1Vdlxk3JSV1LzAxH2NXsNwTD_yEmSHcJWl33RunigYh3HFAhs4 https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/uk-happiness-coronavirus-mental-health-b1819476.html https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/nov/07/uk-overall-less-happy-than-before-pandemic-ons https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/feb/older-people-england-report-greater-life-satisfaction-covid-pandemic#:~:text=Lead%20author%2C%20Professor%20Paola%20Zaninotto,and%20instances%20of%20depression%20rose https://encorerecovery.com/psychotherapy-vs-therapy/#:~:text=While%20both%20therapeutic%20approaches%20can,individual's%20specific%20needs%20and%20goals.https://time.com/6958494/united-states-falls-world-happiness-report/ https://www.bacp.co.uk/news/news-from-bacp/2024/10-october-world-mental-health-day-why-people-are-seeking-therapy-in-2024/ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2021/11/record-high-patient-numbers-completing-nhs-treatment-for-common-mental-illness/#:~:text=The%20number%20of%20adults%20in,depression%2C%20delivered%20by%20NHS%20practitioners. https://www.bacp.co.uk/about-us/about-bacp/bacp-public-perceptions-survey-2024/https://www.forthwithlife.co.uk/blog/mental-health-statistics-uk/ https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/sn06988/ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2021/11/record-high-patient-numbers-completing-nhs-treatment-for-common-mental-illness/https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/statistics/people-seeking-help-diagnosed-mental-health-problems-statistics 

Georgie Collinson is the #1 Anxiety Therapist in Australia and is on a mission to help women master high-functioning anxiety.In this episode we discuss: what the difference is between stress and anxiety - and if we should treat them differently, what high-functioning anxiety is - and whether this makes us more successful, the impact our childhood has on our adult goals and perception of success, unpacking our subconscious mind, the link between anxiety and depression, the 5 Ps of high functioning anxiety and identifying it in your life, whether having a label or diagnosis is detrimental, and ways to work through anxiety. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RFXp2Dcm_CEMy links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Georgie Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgiethenaturopath/?hl=en Website: https://georgiecollinson.com/ Her new book: https://georgiecollinson.com/books 00:00 - 03:45 what is the difference between stress and anxiety and how to approach them? 03:45 - 06:00 what is the difference between generalised anxiety and high functioning anxiety? 06:00 - 12:00 does high functioning anxiety make us more successful? 12:00 - 17:30 how does our childhood shape our goals and perception of success in adulthood? 17:30 - 20:00 what is the link between anxiety and depression, and why are they often linked? 20:00 - 26:00 unpacking our subconscious mind26:00 - 29:50 why can small moments push us over the edge? 29:50 - 45:15 breaking down the 5 Ps of High Functioning Anxiety and is it helpful to have these diagnosis labels? 45:15 -53:34  Working through our anxiety and coping mechanisms Keywordsstress, anxiety, high functioning anxiety, burnout, authenticity, emotional baggage, depression, subconscious mind, mental health, self-care, high functioning anxiety, perfectionism, people pleasing, procrastination, mental health, emotional responses, self-compassion, natural remedies, anxiety management, Georgie Collinson

In this 10 minute episode, I dive into the subject of alcohol consumption. The episode is divided into three sections: why we drink alcohol, the effect of alcohol on our minds and bodies, and the sobriety movement - are people in fact drinking less?This is the second 10 minute episode of a bi-weekly series diving into different topics, in addition to weekly guest episodes. Enjoy the episode.My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Sources:https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/mental-illnesses-and-mental-health-problems/alcohol-mental-health-and-the-brainhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2730732/https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/a43873565/sober-curious/https://www.matthewclark.co.uk/latest-news-blogs/blog/the-sober-curious-generation/https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/alcohol-and-mental-healthhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/28/i-know-my-limit-how-gen-z-became-britains-sober-curious-generationhttps://www.vogue.com/article/what-happens-when-you-stop-drinking https://www.vogue.co.uk/arts-and-lifestyle/article/sober-curious-movement https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/functional-drinks-sober-curious https://vogue.sg/sober-curious-zero-proof-cocktails/ https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a43400610/bella-hadid-sobriety-not-drinking-las-vegas/ 

Sophie Bertrand is a UK Nutritionist and Health Expert.In this episode we discuss:The 5 things to consider when approaching overall wellness, why after 10 years of being plant-based Sophie began eating red meat again, easy protein sources and meal plans, whether unprocessed protein sources are better than processed eg protein powder, what gut health is and whether we should care about it, how much sugar is bad to eat - and when children should be introduced to sugar, what alcohol does to our gut and whether it is bad to drink even a small amount, detoxifying your home and the damage household chemicals have to our bodies, and much more!Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w1VBJ0HvRsMMy links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereillyFind Sophie online:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sophiebertrand_/?hl=enWebsite:https://sophiebertrand.com/00:00 - 02:15 what does wellness mean to us individually? 02:15 - 05:00 5 closest people in your life make up your personality 05:00 - 11:20 journey from 10 years plant based to eating red meat again 11:20 - 16:25 easy sources of protein and if we should have unprocessed protein 16:25 - 22:00 high protein lunches ideas 22:00 - 28:00 gut health - what is it and how to approach it & stress manifestation 28:00 - 30:00 managing stress 30:00 - 36:50 should kids eat sugar? 36:50 - 39:10 American supermarkets and why it’s damaging kids health 39:10 - 42:20 health benefits of coffee - does decaf provide these benefits? how much is an addition 42:20 - 45:00 how much alcohol is okay to drink? 45:00 - 47:30 the movement of not drinking 47:30 - 59:00- detoxifying your home

Raffaella specialises in clinical movement techniques enabling you to connect to your body, bringing freedom from chronic pain.  In this episode we discuss: What chronic pain actually is and how it manifests itself, understanding the fascia in our bodies, why our subconscious shallow breaths are harmful for our long-term health, the issue with taking pain killers, why ageing is a myth, manifesting our beliefs into reality, what causes a mid-life crisis, what depression and anxiety actually mean within our bodies, why tuning into our thoughts can help our sleep, and much more. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HqFRQfD7m0c My links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Rafaella online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rafamovement/ Website: https://www.movewithraff.com/  Timestamps: 00:00 - 02:19 what is chronic pain 02:19 - 04:00 understanding fascia and how this works in our body 04:00 - 05:30 how to fix chronic injuries through fascia 05:30 - 10:00 why our subconscious shallow breaths are detrimental 10:00 - 14:30 why our bodies ignore pain 14:30 - 16:40 the issue with taking pain killers 16:40 - 19:20 is pain just an emotion in our brains & link between our minds and bodies 19:20 - 21:30 how to identify chronic pain in ourselves 21:30 - 26:15 is aging a myth * ‘you don’t stop doing things because you get older, you get older because you stop doing things’ 26:15 - 28:00 how our subconscious beliefs manifest into reality 28:00 - 33:20 why is stress so present in our lives & how to address it 33:20 - 38:00 what causes a midlife crisis, depression and anxiety 38:00 - 39:46 protecting your eyes from blue light and listening to symptoms 39:46 - 47:00 manifestations of stress - jaw tension, gritting teeth, headaches, poor sleep 47:00 - 52:00 tuning into our thoughts and processing and turning your phone off 52:00 - 53:00 finding what we enjoy and are good at in life - self actualisation and fulfilment 53:00 -58:32 mouth taping benefits Keywords chronic pain, fascia, breath, emotions, stress, aging, pain management, mind-body connection, self-awareness, health, surrender, forgiveness, inner pain, chronic stress, anxiety, mental health, physical health, jaw tension, headaches, digital distraction, creativity, breath work, pain management

In this 10 minute episode, I seek to discover the origins and history of the capsule wardrobe, whether it is relevant in 2025, why it could be easier to buy fewer but better pieces, and conclude with the consensus of the Ultimate Capsule Wardrobe - as referenced from top fashion magazines. Ten Minutes Long is a new, 8 part bi-weekly series diving into different topics, in addition to weekly guest episodes. Let me know if there are any topics you would like me to look into next.  Enjoy the episode.  My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly References: https://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/article/capsule-wardrobe-essentials https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/what-to-wear/a29204515/how-to-build-capsule-wardrobe/ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/a41978744/capsule-dressing-advice/ https://www.stylebysavina.com/capsule-wardrobe-checklist/  https://www.statista.com/statistics/289999/consumer-spending-on-clothing-in-the-united-kingdom-uk/#:~:text=Consumer%20spending%20on%20clothing%20in,approximately%2063.7%20billion%20British%20pounds   https://www.greenheartcollective.uk/blogs/sustainable-living/heres-how-many-clothes-the-average-adult-has-in-their-wardrobes?srsltid=AfmBOorqVRyZmrGg3LjXXyPlJcz9NvazA47aLW3Lgs050NnYyYygFiGD 

Sephy and Wing are the hosts of the Goes Without Saying Podcast. In this episode we discuss: why we are never too old to start something new, the perception of failure and how it is often in our heads, the concept of the imagined audience, why creative people procrastinate more, the new concept of work for our generation, do creativity and capitalism work in opposition, our rational vs irrational selves and much more! Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lgaPwvY9yBw My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Follow Sephy and Wing Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sephyandwing/?hl=en Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4KoTcHrQ8PBGtOhRlrUueh?si=f075ca804c264c0a Website: https://sephyandwing.co.uk/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sephyandwing?si=VCPV-TRHhGeBdpuC Keywords podcast, self-discovery, mental health, authenticity, fear of failure, emotional awareness, imagined audience, personal growth, online presence, navigating anxiety, vulnerability, authenticity, podcasting, purpose, friendship, connection, women empowerment, creativity, mental health, emotional support, women empowerment, friendship, business dynamics, kindness, work perception, generational perspectives, privilege, creative careers, happiness, authenticity 02:35 - 03:28 is 22 too old to start something new? 03:28 - 06:36 looking for permission or validation to do something 06:36 - 09:34 how I started a podcast 09:34- 13:36 perception of failure 13:36- 17:31 the concept of the imagined audience 17:31- 22:28 rational self vs irrational self 22:28 - 24:39 listening to our bodies and recognising the signs - fight, flight freeze 24:39 - 27:32 tracing emotions to the root cause 27:32 - 30:53 creating relatable content online 30:53 - 37:59 how our perception of success in the future is often inaccurate 37:59 - 49:56 finding purpose and why creative people procrastinate much more 49:56 - 56:38 why relatable content creators become like friends - following them through life Zoella 56:38 - 01:04:12 working with your friends in business as creative people 01:04:12- 01:13:42 the new concept of work in 2025 and perceptions and expectations 01:13:42 - 01:22:15 tensions between generations of perception of working hard and work ethics

Abbie Dewhurst is a TV and Radio weather Presenter and a strong advocate for conscious living and sustainability.   In this episode we discuss: the never-ending cycle of consumption and ways to avoid compulsive purchasing, whether it actually matters if we support or avoid fast fashion in the grand scheme of the world - will our actions make a difference? Whether you need to go to University to work for the BBC, how the UK are experiencing climate change more than ever before, Abbie’s experience as the Environment Reporter at Wimbledon and what people are wearing to this iconic sports event, what sustainability actually means and looks like, the importance of first impressions, tone of voice and speed, and much more! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6VjEryr-2MM My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Abbie Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbiedewhurst1/?hl=en Keywords consumption, fast fashion, climate change, ethical fashion, media influence, personal transformation, sustainable choices, consumer behavior, digital age, environmental awareness, sustainability, consumerism, secondhand fashion, Wimbledon, broadcasting, tone of voice, environmental responsibility, conscious choices, sports and sustainability, personal growth Chapters00:00 - 05:53 The Impulse of Consumption 05:53 - 11:59 The Role of Media in Climate Awareness 11:59 - 17:50 Personal Transformation and Ethical Fashion Choices 17:50 - 24:11 Navigating Fashion in a Digital Age 24:11 - 29:31 Barriers to Sustainable Choices 29:31 - 35:24 Sustainability in Sports: A Case Study of Wimbledon 35:24 - 46:00 The Art of Presenting: Tone and Delivery 46:00 - 49:22 Lessons Learned in Broadcasting and Personal Growth

Loretta Hogg is a full-time Strength and Conditioning Coach committed to empowering women to train to their full abilities throughout their entire lives. She works closely with leading expert in female physiology, Dr Stacy Sims. In this episode we discuss: how your environment affects your fitness and motivation levels, why lifting heavy and interval training are the best 'bang for buck' exercises, the problem with AI training plans, how to start lifting weights in the gym without getting injured, what Loretta and Dr Stacy Sims think are gaps in the fitness conversation, benefits of creatine, how birth control impacts performance, training to be awesome at 80, and much more! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EiZsl4IaO6s My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Loretta Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorettaloveslifting/?hl=en Website: https://www.lorettaloveslifting.com/

Emma Storey-Gordon is a fat loss & behaviour change specialist. In this episode we discuss: how and why our perception of our fitness ability impacts the outcome, tips for building healthy habits, where the concept of diet originated from and why it's so hard, why consistency is the key to success in anything, the differences between male and female coaching, whether women should train around their period cycles and much more. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eleNIB-_kpQ My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Emma Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esgfitness/?hl=en Social Links: https://esgfitness.co.uk/link/

Alena Winter is a naturopath and strong believer in holistic health and the use of natural medicine. In this episode we discuss: what naturopathy actually is, the foundations of health and how to optimise them in a sustainable way, what happens when we don't prioritise sleep - and some pointers of how to improve our sleep quality, what nervous system regulation is and why it's so important and popular, why our bodies respond to fight, flight or freeze, the optimum daily routine, and so much more. My Links: https://linktr.ee/emilyereilly Find Alena Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alenawinternaturalhealth/ Website: https://alenawinter.co.nz/

Anna Hajdari is an online blogger and travel lover. In this episode we discuss: living abroad - the good, the bad, the ugly, the quest of finding where you belong in the world, the painful reality of leaving friendships behind and outgrowing relationships, avoiding overwhelm and embracing each season of life, whether the friendship from TV show, FRIENDS, still exists, just how much your environment can effect your mood and mentality, finding your passion and nurturing it, and much more. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@happysmilingpeoplepodcast?si=sX_PCWWGdBDxVqh4 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Anna Online: https://www.instagram.com/liketinfoil/ Keywords living abroad, belonging, friendships, social media, identity, travel, modern relationships, self-discovery, choices, connection, friendship, self-discovery, environment, culture, passion, mental health, personal growth, relationships, life choices, mid-twenties

Nora Williams is an adventure traveller and digital nomad. In this episode we discuss: why and how Nora quit her job as a lawyer, swapping 80h + work weeks to travel the world, how she made her travelling into a business enabling her to do it full time, the honest pros and cons of this lifestyle, how to become a digital nomad yourself, whether Nora things this lifestyle is for everyone, her strangest travel experience, what it’s like spending a month at a bison sanctuary, whether she has any regrets, and much more.  https://www.youtube.com/@HappySmilingPeoplePodcast Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Nora online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noratheexplorahh/ Travel Agency: https://via-adventure.com/ Keywords travel, transformation, corporate burnout, social media, self-discovery, travel agency, adventure, life change, remote work, personal growth, career choices, regrets, stability, adventure, burnout, digital nomad, sustainability, success, social media, personal growth

Anna Kollmann-Suhr is a gravel cyclist racing for PAS Racing.  We last spoke a whole year ago, and today we pick right up from there. Anna has had a pretty rocky year, and we dive into the highs, the lows, and her journey back to finding herself. In this episode we discuss:  overtraining - how it happens, how to spot it and Anna’s experience through it, the complex balance of training, fuelling and resting, and how to navigate this formula, why not listening to your body is a terrible idea, the significance of the inner dialogue in our heads, how Anna is re-finding her love and passion for cycling, the biggest lessons she has learnt this year, and much more. Listen to the previous episode with Anna: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7izjqdj6Iqvktjbj232S3h?si=RTkP3Ua1QT6byrmptVOrEg  Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZLqckoDogGk Follow me online: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Anna online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annakollmannsuhr/?hl=en  Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/50700185?hl=ru-RU 

Georgie Mullen is a recipe designer who focuses purely on seasonal fruit and veg. In this episode we discuss:  seasonal eating - how to identify foods in season, and why it not only tastes better but often is less expensive, easy ways to adapt your favourite recipes to swap in foods in season,  the design process of creating a new recipe, how to actually season food properly, the golden rule to making your food taste more professionally cooked, Georgie gives me a 101 on wine pairing - wonderfully simplifying it and providing applicable tips for your wine shopping, whether French fries and champagne are the next big thing, how Lidl and Aldi sell wine so much cheaper than other places, and so much more.  Eat The Seasons Website: http://www.eattheseasons.co.uk/ Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Georgie online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgieeats/?hl=en Website: https://georgieeats.co.uk/

Jessica Horton is an interior designer and founder of bespoke carpentry company, Deorling. In this episode we discuss:  why you should care about interior design, what to do if you hate your house, the importance of colour, whether buying expensive paint is worth it, if painting a room white is a terrible mistake, why panelling is now so trendy, some easy storage solutions for your home, Jessica’s tips to combat a muddy house this winter, the ethics of fashion and interior design, and so much more.  Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Jessica online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deorling_/ Website: https://www.deorling.co.uk/

Lindsey Frances is a trained sophrologist, psychologist, and podcaster. In this episode we discuss: what sophrology is, the positive impact of exercise, but equally the negative flip side of over exercising and running away from your emotions and key indicators to identify this, what resting actually looks like in a busy lifestyle, breath worth and stillness exercises that you can do right now, the 5 pillars of well-being - nutrition and hydration, exercise, sleep, relaxation and recovery, and whether boredom and peace are the same thing, finding purpose and human connection in the modern world, and so much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappySmilingPeoplePodcast Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Lindsey Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humanwithlindsey/ igsh=MWg5YnBrNWlzcmNsYQ%3D%3D Listen to Human Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2eK31cX5wXcOf4G99twXSo?si=f96fd23209484bd3

Noelle completed hiking the Pacific Coast Trail earlier this year, which runs for 2650 miles along the West Coast of America. She did the majority of it solo, and completed it in just 147 days. In this episode we discuss: why she decided to take on this enormous challenge, the magnitude of nature and revelations Noelle had during the trail, why trusting your intuition is the best tool, Noelle's experience of Norovirus during the PCT and the dramatic events following this, if she felt safe solo hiking as a female, how she sourced water, food and found places to camp, her perspective of life post PCT and readjusting back to the modern world, her biggest tips of what she has learned, and much more. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A276g6rItnQ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Noelle Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noellejeanseward/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@noellejeanseward Hurricane Helene Relief Fund: https://www.instagram.com/appalachian.trail/?hl=en This hurricane dominated many trail towns along the Appalachian Trail (AT) which has had significant impact on the thru hiking community and communities supporting the trail. Keywords Pacific Crest Trail, hiking, nature, personal growth, community, adventure, self-discovery, outdoor experiences, resilience, trail life

Nichola Ludlam-Raine is a specialised dietician and author of How Not to Eat Ultra Processed. In this episode we discuss: why Diet Coke is so addictive, how much alcohol is actually bad for you, the 80/20 diet rule - what it is, and why it is important, why no Governing body have officially defined what an ultra processed food is, whether all UPFs are bad, Nichola’s easy tips and tricks to swap out some UPFs from your diet, the low hanging fruit to good health, what the three types of hunger are and how to understand your hunger, really easy healthy snack and lunch recipes, simple healthy diet hacks, whether supplements are worth it or a waste of money, and so much more! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappySmilingPeoplePodcast Find Nichola online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicsnutrition/?hl=en Website: https://nicsnutrition.com/about-me/ Buy her book: https://lnk.to/HowNottoEatUltraprocessed

Hannah Roy is a personal trainer, who not only focuses on her client’s physical health and fitness, but believes in the importance of spiritual health. In this episode we discuss: the definition of spiritual health, how we can and should define our worth, whether fulfilment can come from aesthetic goals, whether women should dress more modestly at the gym, the comparison trap of social media and how to combat it, why vanity feels inescapable in the modern world, why women wear earrings, and much more.  Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappySmilingPeoplePodcast Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/ Find Hannah Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroyfit/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMHrHYQtMdwTi8u7WZa11Mw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahroyfit 

Laura Petri, who you may recognise from episode 9, has just completed her first, full length, Ironman Triathlon. 
In this episode we discuss: the past 10 months of training, why Laura decided now was the time for this challenge, her experience with a sports psychologist, the importance of rest and recovery and creating an environment to optimise that, why she visualised the entire race day ahead of time as preparation, why you should examine your inner circle to create an environment that uplifts and encourages you - linking back to our biological instincts of creating tribes, and so much more!
Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lg38_k589Ms
Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyereilly/
Find Laura Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurapetri/?hl=enStrava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/52436965LP Community: https://www.instagram.com/lpcommunity_cph/?hl=en
Keywords
Ironman Triathlon, training, mental strength, resilience, visualization, preparation, environment, Ironman triathlon, training, balance, social media, screen time, presence, social interactions