This episode was inspired by You Are Not a Before Picture by Alex Light — and it's one I've been wanting to have for a long time.

I'm talking honestly about how we, as women, are taught to obsess over our bodies — and how that obsession serves the patriarchy more than it serves us.

From a young age, we're told to shrink, smooth, tighten, fix. It becomes so normal, we don't even question it. But the truth is, all that energy, money and mental space we spend trying to "improve" ourselves? It's costing us more than we realise.

This isn't about shame — it's about awareness. It's about reclaiming our time, our confidence, and our power.

I hope this episode feels like a gentle but honest reminder that your body was never the problem — the system is. And you deserve to feel free, present and at home in yourself, just as you are.

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This week's episode is a gentle follow-on from last week's Sacred Pause chat.

I'm sharing some simple, practical things that have helped me shift the fog, reconnect to my energy, and feel creatively alive again — after a long season of feeling flat, numb, and uninspired.

From changing my input (hello fiction books!) to morning swims, quiet walks, and time with other women — these small choices have made a big difference.

If you've been feeling disconnected from your spark too, I hope this episode feels like a soft reminder: your energy isn't gone. It's just waiting for you to meet it with kindness.

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In this week's episode, I'm back from beautiful Kerala, India, where I co-hosted the Wholehearted Retreat. I'm sharing from the heart about something tender — the season I've been in that I'm calling The Sacred Pause.

It's been a time of creative stillness, emotional rest, and big shifts — including saying goodbye to my beloved Banjo. From moonlit lotus mornings to learning to receive support (even during Ayurvedic treatments!), this trip reminded me how vital it is to rest the paddock and let the soil restore.

If you're feeling a little empty, or in your own quiet season, I hope this episode meets you with comfort, encouragement and a gentle nudge to honour where you are.

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In this heartfelt episode — first aired during our Body Love Revolution Online Summit — I'm joined by the inspiring Elle McBride, a trauma educator and one of the first women globally certified in Havening Techniques.

Elle shares her personal journey of healing her relationship with her body, and how unresolved trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and generational patterns can shape the way we see and treat ourselves.

We talk about:

• What havening is and how it supports mind-body healing

• Why weight release (not weight loss) is a powerful mindset shift

• How to move from self-criticism to self-acceptance

• Simple practices to help your body feel safe again

This is a gentle, powerful conversation that will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to reconnect with your body from a place of love and safety.

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I'm so excited to be turning this powerful conversation from the Body Love Revolution Online Summit into a podcast episode for Celebrate a Sister. In this chat, I sat down with the amazing Jen Dugard – founder of MumSafe, educator, and passionate advocate for mums in the fitness industry.

Jen and I talked all things body love, pelvic health, and what it really means to care for yourself after having a baby – whether that was six months ago or 16 years ago. Her message is clear: you deserve support, education, and kindness toward your body.

This episode is such a reminder that we don't need to "bounce back" – we get to move forward with strength, self-respect, and a whole lot of love.

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Website: https://mumsafemovement.com/

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In this episode, I'm sharing a beautiful conversation from the Body Love Revolution Online Summit with the amazing Belinda Stark—certified alcohol and midlife empowerment coach and host of the Embrace Midlife Podcast.

We talk about how alcohol can impact our body image, self-worth and emotional wellbeing—especially in midlife—and how small, mindful changes can help us feel more present, connected and confident.

Belinda shares practical tips around sober curiosity, breaking old habits, and rediscovering what truly brings you joy. This is a heartfelt, empowering chat full of self-compassion and gentle encouragement.

You don't have to be perfect—you just have to be curious.

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Website: http://belindastark.com

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Welcome to a very special celebration episode of Celebrate a Sister — our 100th episode!

Two years ago, this podcast began as a way to add to the conversation around what it means to be a woman — in business, in body, in sisterhood, and in self. Now, 100 episodes later, we're still here, sharing stories, building connection, and lifting each other higher. And what a ride it has been!

In this heartfelt solo episode, Emma takes a walk through the pages of her journals and reflects on 100 truths she knows for sure — truths shaped by life, love, loss, laughter, motherhood, midlife, and deep personal growth.

Expect powerful reminders like:

• Your body is not a problem to be fixed
• Midlife is not a crisis — it's a portal
• Women need women
• You are already enough

This is an episode full of soul-nourishing wisdom, giggles, and goosebumps — perfect for anyone who's ever felt like they're growing, shifting, or simply searching for deeper meaning.

Whether you've been here since episode 1 or just discovered the podcast — thank you. This community is built on love, real talk, and the magic that happens when women come together.

So grab a cuppa, your journal, or your walking shoes — and let's celebrate what we know for sure. Here's to the next 100! 💗

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This special episode was recorded live during the 2025 Body Love Revolution Summit, and I just had to bring it to the podcast!

I'm joined by the incredible Jemma Haythorne, a confidence coach on a mission to help women break free from body shame, trust themselves fully, and love their bodies unapologetically.

We talk about the real roots of body confidence, how shame holds us back, and why true confidence is built through action — not waiting to feel "ready." Jemma also shares her year-long challenge to step out of her comfort zone every week, and how you can start flexing your own confidence muscle today.

It's warm, honest, and deeply empowering. You don't want to miss this one!

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