In this episode of The Connection Compass, I’m joined by Rafaela Nunes, the founder of Thread Up, a private therapy practice in Manchester dedicated to supporting creative individuals through mental health and emotional challenges.

Rafaela has a unique way of blending her love for creativity, connection, and compassionate guidance, and today we dive into everything that lights her up.

We explore Rafaela’s journey from the vibrant streets of Rio to the creative energy of Manchester, her experiences growing up in a fashion atelier, and the magic she witnessed along the way.

We talk about the highs and lows of being a creative, navigating vulnerability, and the lifelong practice of self-compassion. Rafaela also shares her vision for Thread Up, the long-term journey of supporting creatives, and the ways in which the creative process itself can bring heart, connection, and purpose into our lives.

Whether you’re a creative navigating your own emotional journey or simply curious about how creativity, care, and connection intersect, this conversation is full of insight, warmth, and inspiration.

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In this episode of The Connection Compass, I’m joined by Sarah Stephen’s, visibility strategist, PR and marketing specialist, and founder of The Be Seen Method and Tree Communications

With a career spanning the travel, tourism, hospitality and leisure industries, Sarah has worked with some of the biggest names in the business, helping others to step into their own light and be seen.

But Sarah’s story also carries deep courage and compassion. After losing her eldest daughter Violet at just fifteen months old and later her son Arthur, Sarah became an advocate for life after child loss, using her voice to challenge taboo and to honour grief in all its forms.

We talk about the experiences that shaped her expertise: from early opportunities that built her confidence, to the impact of Covid on her freelance work and her healing. Sarah opens up about high-functioning grief, prejudice after loss, and finding ways to keep showing up , even when life feels impossibly heavy.

We also explore the awakening power of perimenopause, the re-emergence of intuitive connection, and her mission to help others be visible through The Global Visibility Club.

This is a conversation about resilience, honesty, and what it really means to keep bringing in the light , even through the darkest chapters.

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Welcome to The Connection Compass Podcast. I’m your host, Andrea L Evans, and today I’m joined by Pam Shanker a transformational and buildings coach, founder of The Universe Café, property investor, and lifelong dreamer.

Pam’s story is one of courage, colour, and conscious creation. In this conversation, we explore what it means to make a split decision that changes the course of your life — to choose your own destiny with trust and no fear.

We talk about seeing possibility where others see obstacles, the importance of connection and community, and how manifesting isn’t just about wishing — it’s about knowing. Pam also shares how she pivoted into coaching, the story behind The Universe Business Café, and her relationship with The Secret and the law of attraction.

This is an inspiring and energising episode about stepping into your dreams, following intuition, and learning to co-create with the universe

In this episode we discuss

• Making a split decision and chasing the course of your life
• Showing others the colour in life
• Knowing you can always work around the obstacles
• Overcoming fear with knowing
• the importance of networking
• Manifesting through knowing
• Connecting to the secret and manifesting
• Pivoting into coaching
• Starting the Universe Business Cafe
• The Law of Attraction

About Pam Shanker

The Universe Business Cafe Website

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The Connection Compass Podcast: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-connection-compass/

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