In this week's episode of the Celebrate a Sister Podcast, I'm coming to you from the beautiful town of Rishikesh in India during the joyful Holi Festival — a celebration of colour, renewal, and the triumph of light over darkness.

While hosting my fourth Wholehearted Retreat here with Yogi Louie, I've been reflecting on the powerful lessons India offers: living from the inside out, embracing devotion, letting go of the past, and rediscovering joy through colour, play, and connection.

From sacred ceremonies at an ashram to the magic of women gathering in sisterhood, this experience has reminded me of something simple yet profound — life isn't meant to be lived in beige. It's meant to be colourful, joyful, and deeply alive.

If you've been craving a reminder to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and celebrate the beauty of being a woman in community, I hope this episode fills your heart.

All my love from India. ✨

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This week on Celebrate a Sister, I had the absolute joy of sitting down with the beautiful Heidi, one half of the sister duo behind Ulu Lounge, a soulful fashion brand known for its bohemian elegance, natural fibres, and deep commitment to slow, sustainable fashion.

Heidi shares the heartwarming story of how she and her sister Daisy began this journey, from a sunset wedding in Uluwatu, Bali, to creating timeless, feel-good pieces that honour both the women who wear them and the artisans who craft them. What I loved most about our chat was hearing how their designs are made with real women in mind, pieces you can actually live in, feel confident in, and treasure for years to come.

We talk about:

• The power of creating a business with your sister

• Why slow fashion is more than a trend, it's a movement

• Designing clothes that feel as good as they look

• Sustainability, style, and doing business differently

• Burnout, balance, and the beautiful reality of building something from scratch

This conversation is a true celebration of sisterhood, creativity, and courage. Whether you're dreaming of starting something new, exploring conscious fashion, or just love hearing real women share their journey, this episode will absolutely warm your heart.

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I've officially turned 50! And in this episode of Celebrate a Sister, I'm inviting you into a really personal moment of reflection. Hitting a milestone birthday like this brings up all the feels—so I'm sharing five truths that have been sitting on my heart as I step into this new decade.

We talk about body acceptance (yes, even the shorts moment!), dropping the need to perform or impress, reconnecting with creativity, and what it really means to be authentic. I also get honest about some of the shifts I've made in my business, my relationships, and how I show up in the world.

If you're in a season of change—or just craving a reminder that you're not alone on this journey—I hope this episode feels like a warm hug and a little spark of encouragement.

Let's celebrate the beauty of becoming, together.

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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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