In this deeply moving episode, I sat down with the beautiful Nicky Kiel @nicky.kiel of Kiel x VRTUS @kiel.pilates to talk about love, loss, healing and the power of movement and meaning.

Nicky’s story is as heartbreaking as it is empowering. After a high-flying career in marketing and welcoming her first child, Axel, her life changed forever with one unexpected phone call: her beloved mum had taken her own life. What followed was a year of navigating grief, shock and survival while also being pregnant with her daughter, Imogen.

This conversation is an honest and soul-stirring look at how we move through pain, how trauma cracks us open and how healing isn’t linear but always possible.

In this episode, we explore:

✨ Nicky’s journey from corporate marketing to conscious movement
✨ Navigating the unimaginable, losing her mum to suicide
✨ Coping with deep grief while preparing to welcome new life
✨ The healing power of Pilates and mindful movement
✨ A powerful spiritual awakening through a Medium
✨ How her studio Kiel x Vrtus became a space of community and transformation
✨ The role of sound baths, EFT and other alternative healing modalities
✨ How physical movement supports mental well-being
✨ Creating balance and flexibility as a mother, businesswoman and healer
✨ Encouragement to stay open to your own unique healing path

Nicky is a radiant soul, and her courage to share so openly is a gift and will hopefully support others on their journey.

Now streaming on Apple Podcasts and Spotify – link in bio. If this episode resonates, please subscribe, share and help spread the Sunshine.

For more insights, please follow me on Instagram under @soulsunshine.life

May this episode support you on your journey and bring comfort, inspiration and a little sunshine to your soul ☀️

Thank you for listening.
xx Sylvia

Episode Resources:
Nicky Kiel Instagram: @nicky.kiel
Kiel x VRTUS Instagram: @kiel.pilates
VRTUS Instagram: @vrtusbondi
Kiel x VRTUS Website: https://www.kielxvrtus.com.au/

I sat down with with Libby Babet - @libbybabet - from @theupbeatbondi, @earthletica & @chief.nutrition to talk about fertility, fitness and life as a female business entrepreneur.

Libby’s story is truly inspiring. Diagnosed with malignant hypertension in her early twenties - with blood pressure levels more than twice the safe limit - she was told she’d be on medication for life and might never have children. But through the power of movement, nutrition and mindset, she took control of her health, got off medication and went on to have two beautiful children.

In this episode, we dive into:
✨ How she stayed positive during her toughest times
✨ The mindset shifts that kept her motivated
✨ Her journey as an entrepreneur in the fitness industry
✨ How she juggles multiple businesses while keeping a work-life-balance
✨ Daily self-care habits for long-term well-being
✨ The power of starting small and building something meaningful

Libby radiates energy, passion and purpose and her commitment to empowering women through movement, nourishment and self-care is truly contagious.

The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, find the link in my bio.

I hope you enjoy this episode. If it resonates, I’d love for you to subscribe, share and spread the sunshine.

May this episode brighten your day and bring a little sunshine to your soul.

Thank you for listening.
xx Sylvia

Episode Resources:
Libby Babet Instagram: @libbybabet
Libby Babet Website: https://libbybabet.com/
The Upbeat Instagram: @theupbeatbondi
Earthletica Instagram: @earthletica
Chief Nutrition Instagram: @chief.nutrition

I sat down with Victoria Maurer @thebalancedcorporate, a Life Coach and Master Breathwork Coach dedicated to helping high-performing women reconnect with their true selves and live in alignment with their full potential.

Victoria shares her inspiring journey from a demanding corporate career to building a fulfilling path as a holistic coach. We dive into her story of overworking, climbing the corporate ladder and the toll it took on her wellbeing, leaving her disconnected and close to burnout.

Being a passionate advocate for empowerment, Victoria uses her decade of experience in corporate America and Australia to guide women toward balanced, energised and purpose-driven lives. Her coaching integrates sustainable strategies in mindset, breathwork, movement and nutrition to help her clients thrive.

Join us as we explore:
✨ The turning point that led Victoria to redefine success and choose a different path.
✨ The deep healing and growth required to live a life true to yourself.
✨ What it means to embrace a holistic approach to energy, balance and fulfilment.

Victoria is a beautifully ambitious and inspiring human, committed to sharing her lived experience and expertise to support women on their journeys to a more balanced and meaningful life.

The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, find the link in my bio.

I hope you enjoy this episode. If it resonates with you, please subscribe to the podcast and share it with your family, friends or anyone who might benefit from these insights.

For more insights and stories, please follow me on Instagram under @soulsunshine.life

May this episode brighten your day and bring a little sunshine to your soul.

Thank you for listening.
xx Sylvia

Episode Resources:
Victoria Maurer Instagram: @victoriaemaurer
The Balanced Corporate Instagram: @thebalancedcorporate
The Balanced Corporate Website: https://thebalancedcorporate.com/