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What happens when you stop taking midlife so seriously? 😂 I'm joined by Danielle Novatarger, better known as The Hormonal Queen, for a hilarious conversation about perimenopause, getting older and all the things our bodies seem to throw at us along the way. Danielle has been teaching Pilates since 2009, but she's also built a following through her funny, relatable content and real-life stories. We chat about how she got started, the unexpected reels that went viral, her move into stand-up comedy and why being able to laugh at yourself is such a superpower. We also get into the realities of life in midlife. From changing bodies and brain fog to parenting, household responsibilities, ageing parents and the everyday moments that make you wonder what on earth is happening. Because sometimes, a little humour can make the whole thing feel less overwhelming. It's a reminder that while women's health and menopause deserve to be taken seriously, we don't have to approach every part of the experience with doom and gloom. We can learn, support each other and have a bloody good laugh along the way. 💛 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Danielle went from Pilates instructor to social media personality and The Hormonal Queen ✅ The unexpected content that helped her grow her online following ✅ Why being able to laugh at yourself can be such a powerful thing ✅ What it's really like navigating perimenopause and the changes that come with midlife ✅ Danielle's journey into stand-up comedy and performing live shows ✅ The realities of juggling children, work, household responsibilities and ageing parents ✅ Why women over 40 need more than doom-and-gloom conversations about menopause ✅ How humour can help us feel less alone in the things we experience ✅ Why connection and shared experiences with other women matter ✅ Danielle's plans for the Royal Gala of Menopause! 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Meet The Hormonal Queen 02:09 - From boot camps to Pilates 04:50 - How Danielle found her voice through comedy05:28 - Laughing at the embarrassing moments 08:17 - The reels that unexpectedly went viral 09:23 - When did getting older get so hard? 09:55 - Household jobs, kids and midlife realities 11:52 - The underwear hack you didn't know you needed 14:13 - Growing a brand by just having a go 15:34 - Taking the leap into stand-up comedy 17:09 - Why we need to laugh at ourselves 19:09 - Manifesting Mandy and the patient who wants results without the work 21:56 - Social media, perception and taking things personally 25:30 - Fibre, digestion and the realities of midlife 25:48 - The midlife juggle: kids, work and ageing parents 27:13 - Bringing more lightness to life after 40 28:21 - The Dyson, the cat and one very unfortunate accident 30:15 - Have we made menopause too serious? 31:37 - Political correctness and learning to laugh 33:51 - Finding humour through life's harder moments 35:08 - The Royal Gala of Menopause 37:03 - Where to find The Hormonal Queen 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Danielle Novytarger: https://www.instagram.com/hormonal_queen/  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass

What happens when your mum is that organic mum? 😂 In this episode, I'm joined by Geordie Ritchie, the woman behind the hilarious internet character, The Organic Mum. We're talking crunchy parenting, alternative health practices and what it's really like growing up in a household where Subway isn't welcome on the property. Geordie shares the stories and childhood experiences that inspired her character, from comfrey leaves and homemade birthday cakes to strict food rules and trying to fit in when your family does things differently. We also get into raising teenagers, navigating peer pressure and what happens when your kids start questioning the beliefs they've grown up with. And of course, we put Geordie to the test with some very important questions about carob, seed oils, hot dogs and plum vinegar. 😂 It's a funny, honest conversation about parenting, family influence and the fine line between wanting the best for your kids and letting them find their own way. Because as much as we might laugh at our parents' quirks, there's often a little bit of them in us, too. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Meet Geordie Ritchie, the woman behind The Organic Mum ✅ The parenting philosophy behind her alternative approach to family life ✅ What it's like growing up with strict food rules and unconventional health practices ✅ How childhood experiences inspired the hilarious Organic Mum character ✅ Navigating teenage rebellion, peer pressure and wanting to fit in ✅ Why Geordie believes in tools like astrology, human design and numerology when parenting ✅ Her thoughts on homeopathy, natural deodorant, seed oils and everyday food choices ✅ The stories behind comfrey leaves, homemade birthday cakes and the infamous Subway rule ✅ Why even the most well-intentioned parenting choices can feel challenging for children ✅ Whether there's a little bit of Organic Mum in all of us 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Meet The Organic Mum 00:35 - The philosophy behind her parenting style 01:54 - Mainstream school vs alternative education 03:12 - A morning routine guided by spirit 04:54 - Homeopathy, pendulums and alternative health 06:46 - Astrology, human design and understanding your kids 09:00 - School lunchboxes and the battle to fit in 10:02 - The teenage deodorant dilemma 11:34 - When your teenager goes against everything you believe 14:17 - Carob, seed oils and hot dogs: the food debate 17:05 - The meal Geordie can't stop talking about 18:09 - Manifesting Mandy and Stagnation Stacey 24:56 - The story behind The Organic Mum 26:08 - Comfrey leaves, childhood burns and other memories 27:00 - Growing up crunchy and feeling different 31:20 - The childhood stories that inspired the character 34:04 - Healthy birthday cakes and becoming your mother 36:40 - The outrageous opinions that get people talking 37:28 - Is there a little bit of Organic Mum in all of us? 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: The Organic Mum IG: https://www.instagram.com/_organic_mum/ The Organic Mum TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@organicmum_  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass

Your vulva doesn't need to look like anyone else's. And your vagina definitely doesn't need to smell like flowers. 😂 In this solo episode, I'm talking all things vulvas and vaginal health, starting with the nine vulva types that got me curious in the first place. We'll chat about why so many women worry about how they look, what actually makes a vulva and a vagina different, and why we need to stop treating normal differences as something that needs fixing. But we're going beyond appearances, because your vagina has its own little ecosystem of bacteria, and it's fascinating. I'll explain the vaginal microbiome, the role of beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus, and how your hormones, menstrual cycle, sex and different stages of life can influence what's happening down there. We'll also cover vaginal odour, discharge, bacterial vaginosis, thrush, and the things that can disrupt your natural balance. Because understanding what's normal for your body is far more useful than trying to mask symptoms or chasing another beauty standard. Let's make these conversations a little less awkward and a whole lot more normal. 💛 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why vulvas look different and why there isn't one normal appearance ✅ The difference between your vulva and your vagina ✅ How beauty standards can influence the way women feel about their intimate anatomy ✅ What the vaginal microbiome is and why it matters ✅ The role of Lactobacillus bacteria in maintaining the vaginal environment ✅ How your menstrual cycle, hormones, sex and life stages can influence vaginal pH ✅ The difference between bacterial vaginosis (BV) and thrush ✅ Why vaginal odour and discharge can change, and when persistent symptoms deserve attention ✅ How antibiotics, douching and fragranced products may affect the vaginal environment ✅ Why vaginal health deserves more attention during perimenopause and menopause 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Let's talk vulvas! 01:20 - The nine vulva types: what's the fuss about? 04:24 - Why are we so uncomfortable talking about vulvas? 08:53 - Vulva appearance, labiaplasty and changing bodies 10:30 - Your vaginal microbiome: the ecosystem inside 13:30 - Meet Lactobacillus, your vaginal bacteria 18:03 - How hormones, your cycle and sex influence vaginal health 22:32 - What can disrupt your vaginal microbiome? 24:00 - Vaginal odour, discharge and what to pay attention to 25:00 - Vaginal bacteria and reproductive health 27:15 - The biggest takeaway: understand your body, not beauty standards 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: ⁠https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6⁠  Nat’s Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis⁠ NK The Membership: ⁠https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership⁠  HRT Masterclass: ⁠https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass⁠

Have you ever wondered whether something in your environment could be affecting how you feel? In Part 2 of my conversation with Sinclair Kennally, we're talking all things mold, mycotoxins and detoxification. We explore why mold is getting more attention, the symptoms Sinclair associates with exposure, and why people in the same household can respond differently. We also get into what detox actually means. Your body already has systems to process and eliminate waste, but Sinclair explains how stress, the nervous system and liver function fit into her approach to supporting that process. We talk about assessing your environment, moisture in the home and why it's worth understanding what's happening before jumping into drastic changes. If you missed Part 1, go back and give that a listen first. We covered parasites, heavy metals and Sinclair's own health journey, and this conversation picks up right where we left off. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ What mold and mycotoxins are, and how exposure can happen ✅ The symptoms Sinclair associates with mold exposure ✅ Why people living in the same home may respond differently ✅ What to consider when assessing possible mold in your home ✅ Why ventilation and moisture control matter ✅ How food can come into the conversation around mold exposure ✅ The connection Sinclair describes between stress, the nervous system and liver function ✅ Why detox is about more than a short cleanse ✅ What a broader approach to detoxification may involve 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Picking up where Part 1 left off 01:23 - What is mold, and where does it come from? 03:31 - Symptoms that may be associated with mold exposure 05:34 - Why some people may be more affected than others 06:38 - What to do if you find mold in your home 08:01 - Assessing mold exposure and the body 11:16 - Finding and addressing mold at home 12:00 - Ventilation and moisture control 13:48 - What does detox actually mean? 15:39 - The connection between stress, the nervous system and liver function 17:26 - Detox beyond cleanses and quick fixes 18:50 - Do we need to be afraid of mold and detox? 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Sinclair Kennally: https://www.instagram.com/sinclairkennally/  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass

Have you ever felt like you know something isn’t right in your body, but you’re not getting to the bottom of it? In this episode, I’m joined by Sinclair Kennally, who has her own very personal story of chronic illness and falling through the cracks of conventional medicine. We talk about her journey, the layers she believes were contributing to her health and what led her into the work she does today. We get into mold, heavy metals, parasites, the immune system, digestion and why Sinclair believes symptoms can be the body communicating that something needs attention. We also talk about my own experience with parasites and high aluminium levels, which took my health journey in a direction I never expected. There’s a lot to unpack here, so this is actually Part 1 of 2. And trust me, we’ve got plenty more to get into when we talk about mold and detoxification in Part 2. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Sinclair’s own journey with chronic illness and searching for answers ✅ Why she believes there can be multiple layers behind chronic symptoms ✅ The role mold and environmental exposures have played in her experience ✅ Why she looks at the body’s ability to heal rather than only the symptoms ✅ What Sinclair believes about parasites and immune function ✅ How digestion and stomach acid come into the conversation ✅ Nat’s unexpected experience with parasites and high aluminium levels ✅ Why Part 2 goes even deeper into mold and detoxification 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Intro 01:54 - Sinclair’s chronic illness journey 04:46 - Heavy metals, mold & environmental exposure 06:07 - Can the body still heal? 08:00 - Let’s talk parasites 09:49 - Nat’s parasite story 12:01 - Parasites, aluminium & immune health 12:28 - Digestion, stomach acid & pathogens 16:22 - Childhood exposures & health 19:42 - What happens after parasite removal? 20:12 - What’s coming in Part 2 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Sinclair Kennally: https://www.instagram.com/sinclairkennally/  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass

What happens when conversations about our values, relationships and the world around us feel harder to have? In this episode, I’m joined by Zana Pali, a lawyer, podcast host and mother, for an open conversation about speaking with conviction, navigating disagreement and the way our views can shape our relationships and communities. We talk about gender roles, parenting, traditional values and what each person might bring to a relationship. Zana also shares some of her own experiences, including divorce, becoming a mother and how her perspective on relationships has changed over time. We also touch on public debate, politics, safety and social connection, and why it can be valuable to make room for different perspectives while still being thoughtful about how we speak to one another. This is a conversation that raises plenty of questions. Take what resonates, and make space to think through the rest for yourself. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Zana’s perspective on speaking openly and standing by your values ✅ Why disagreement can be difficult to navigate ✅ Different expectations around gender roles and relationships ✅ How becoming a parent can shift your priorities ✅ Zana’s reflections on marriage, divorce and choosing a partner ✅ Why community and connection matter ✅ How to approach conversations where people see things differently 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Introduction 01:54 - Speaking Openly About Difficult Topics 06:28 - Politics, Safety & Community 08:02 - Public Debate and Differing Views 33:04 - Relationships, Marriage & Expectations 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Zana Pali: https://www.instagram.com/zana_pali/  The Audacity Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/theaudacitypodcast.official/  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass

What happens when becoming a mum changes the way you see yourself, your body and your whole life? In this episode, I’m joined by Dominique Elissa, model, podcaster and soon to be mum, for a really honest conversation about pregnancy, body image, grief and everything that comes with stepping into a completely new chapter. Dominique opens up about losing her mum and what it feels like to enter motherhood without having her there. We talk about the importance of finding your people, asking for help and building a community around you, especially when life feels completely unknown. We also talk about body image, food and the unexpected ways pregnancy has changed Dominique’s relationship with both. From learning to eat when she’s hungry to letting go of the pressure to look a certain way, there’s a beautiful reminder here about listening to what your body actually needs. And at the heart of this conversation is intuition. Those little signs your body gives you, the things we often ignore, and what can happen when we finally slow down enough to listen. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The reality of pregnancy beyond the obvious changes ✅ Dominique’s experience with body image and food during pregnancy ✅ Navigating grief while entering motherhood ✅ Why community and asking for help matter so much ✅ Learning to trust your intuition and body wisdom ✅ The pressure social media can put on new mums 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Meet Dominique 04:00 - Pregnancy, Grief & Becoming a Mum 06:00 - Why Community Matters 09:30 - Comparison & Social Media 14:20 - Pregnancy & Body Image 18:00 - Changing Your Relationship With Food 35:00 - Trusting Your Intuition 42:15 - Listening to Your Body 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Dominique Elissa: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquelissa/ Selfdom Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7a24MjicbKYDu7bCFWwzLI Selfdom website: https://selfdom.au/ 👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership Hydrogen Health Hydration Guide: https://site.natkringoudis.com/sipwell HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass Keywords: Dominique Elissa, pregnancy, motherhood, becoming a mum, first time mum, pregnancy body image, body image, pregnancy and food, intuitive eating, motherhood journey, grief and motherhood, losing your mum, pregnancy mental health, maternal mental health, community for mums, motherhood support, doula, social media and motherhood, women's health, hormones and pregnancy, body confidence, intuition, body wisdom, self care, women's wellness, Nat Kringoudis, The Wellness Collective, Australian wellness podcast

If you're already having hot flushes, night sweats, or generally feeling hotter than you used to, the idea of voluntarily sitting in a sauna might sound a little counterintuitive. But stay with me. In this mini episode, I'm diving into why I think sauna actually gets more interesting after 40. As we move through perimenopause and menopause, our hormones don't just change in isolation. They influence everything from temperature regulation and stress to sleep, cardiovascular health and metabolism. I unpack why controlled heat exposure can help the body adapt, what hormesis actually means, and why more stress is definitely not always better. Because the goal isn't to see how long you can survive in a sauna. It's about giving your body the right amount of stimulus, then allowing it to recover and adapt. We also get into hydration, sweating, detoxification, cardiovascular health, metabolism, and why sauna is one of my favourite tools for building resilience as we get older. And importantly, this isn't another wellness hack to add to your already enormous list of things you're apparently supposed to be doing. It's about understanding your body, the changes happening through midlife, and finding simple ways to support your health along the way. 🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why sauna gets more interesting after 40 ✅ What happens to your body's thermostat during menopause ✅ How heat adaptation can help build resilience ✅ What hormesis actually means ✅ Why recovery matters just as much as the stress itself ✅ How sauna can support your health beyond just relaxation 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Why Sauna Gets Better After 40 02:20 - Your Changing Internal Thermostat 04:00 - Heat, Stress & Hormesis 06:10 - Why More Isn't Better 07:20 - Hydration, Sweating & Detox 10:00 - Sauna & Cardiovascular Health 12:30 - Metabolism, Recovery & Resilience 14:19 - Why I'm Obsessed With Sauna 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership Nook Saunas: https://nooksaunas.com.au/ Free Sauna Guide PDF: https://site.natkringoudis.com/infrafix

How often do women get told that feeling exhausted, anxious, unable to sleep or completely unlike themselves is just something they have to accept? In this episode, I’m joined by Harmony Rutledge, CEO of ANNA’s Wild Yam Cream, to talk about women’s hormonal health, natural medicine and why so many women are looking for more ways to support their bodies. Harmony shares her journey into the world of natural health, growing up surrounded by it, and eventually taking over one of Australia’s most recognised women’s wellness brands. We unpack what wild yam cream actually is, the myths surrounding it, and why it’s important to understand exactly what you’re putting in and on your body. But this conversation is about so much more than one product. We talk about perimenopause, menopause, anxiety, sleep, environmental factors and why this stage of life can sometimes expose the things our bodies have been trying to tell us for years. And the message that really stayed with me is this: you don't have to suffer in silence. There are options, there are conversations worth having, and there is so much power in being informed enough to ask questions and find the support that feels right for you. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ What wild yam cream actually is and what it contains ✅ Why hormonal health isn't a one size fits all conversation ✅ The symptoms women are often told to simply accept ✅ Why asking questions about your health matters ✅ How perimenopause can expose underlying issues ✅ Why women don't have to suffer in silence 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - You Don't Have to Suffer 02:00 - Harmony's Journey Into Natural Health 04:25 - What Is Wild Yam Cream? 09:13 - Natural Medicine & Asking Questions 19:44 - Perimenopause & Hormonal Symptoms 21:28 - Why Community Matters 23:00 - HRT, Options & Finding What Works 24:11 - Thriving Instead of Suffering 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: ANNA’s Wild Yam Cream IG: https://www.instagram.com/annaswildyamcream/ ANNA’s Wild Yam Cream Website: https://annaswildyamcream.com.au/ ANNA'S Presents Bloom Through Every Stage 📅 Sunday, 18 October ⏰ 10:00am to 2:00pm AEDT 🎤 Featuring expert insights from Kim Morrison, Dr Tara Hanaphy and Nat Kringoudis Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/bloom-through-every-stage 👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership Hydrogen Health Hydration Guide: https://site.natkringoudis.com/sipwell HRT Masterclass: https://site.natkringoudis.com/hrtmasterclass

In this episode, I’m joined by Davina Rankin. You may know her from her reality TV days, but there is so much more to her story. We talk about the different versions of ourselves we move through, the hard seasons that can completely change us, and what it takes to find your way back to yourself. Davina opens up about mental health, postnatal struggles, public scrutiny and the moment she realised she had to start looking inward. We talk about journaling, breathwork, nervous system regulation and the small steps that helped her rebuild her relationship with herself. We also talk about motherhood, switching off our phones, getting out of the rat race and why sometimes a few intentional days of less noise, more nature, movement, connection and nourishing food can change how you feel. At the heart of this conversation is a reminder that you are so much more resilient than you think you are. You don't have to stay stuck in an old version of yourself. Sometimes you just need to take the next small step and keep following the breadcrumbs. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Davina rebuilt herself after some of her hardest seasons ✅ Why we need to stop managing other people’s opinions of us ✅ The power of switching off and creating space ✅ How journaling and self-reflection can change your life ✅ Why motherhood can completely shift your priorities ✅ How small steps can lead to a completely different life 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Davina Rankin: https://www.instagram.com/davvyxx/?hl=en  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  Hydrogen Health Hydration Guide: https://site.natkringoudis.com/sipwell

In this episode, I'm joined by Anthea Todd, a chiropractor with a Masters in Reproductive Medicine and Women's Health, to talk about the connection between our physical body, emotions, nervous system and the stories we carry. We dive into why symptoms aren't always something to silence, but can be information worth listening to. We talk about why women have been conditioned to look outside themselves for answers, the problem with a one size fits all approach, and why Anthea's philosophy is to use your body, not your bias. Sometimes you need medication. Sometimes you need movement, sleep, nutrition, herbs or simply a little more space. We also get into the connection between emotions and physical symptoms, why we can get stuck in our heads, and what happens when we're constantly pushing, overthinking and avoiding what we're actually feeling. And honestly, the idea of creating more space in your body, your calendar and your life might be something we all need a little more of. 🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why your symptoms aren't necessarily the enemy ✅ How emotions and physical symptoms can be connected ✅ Why we need to move beyond a one size fits all approach ✅ What happens when we live constantly in our heads ✅ Why creating space can help your nervous system ✅ How to listen to your body without letting bias make the decision 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Intro & Anthea's Story 07:31 - When the System Doesn't Have All the Answers 09:29 - Use Your Body, Not Your Bias 12:27 - When Emotions Show Up in the Body 16:08 - Why We Get Stuck in Our Heads 19:34 - The Push Crash Cycle 23:44 - Your Body Is the Solution 28:30 - Creating Space for Your Nervous System 32:05 - Nobody Is Coming to Save You 33:39 - Becoming the Lioness

What do you do when everything goes wrong and suddenly everyone has an opinion about you? In this episode, I’m joined by Sally Branson, a reputation and crisis management expert who has spent years helping people and businesses navigate some seriously difficult situations. We talk about what happens when things go wrong in public, why trying to hide a crisis usually makes it worse, and why taking ownership can actually be the thing that rebuilds trust. We also get into cancel-culture, social media, difficult conversations, and something I think we all need to hear: you don't have to explain yourself to everyone. Sally shares why it's so important to know who actually matters in your life, and where your energy is better spent. And then we go deeper into something that really stuck with me: critical thinking. In a world where we're so quick to judge, cancel, share and pile on, are we actually asking enough questions before deciding who's right and who's wrong? 🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why owning your mistakes can rebuild trust ✅ What to do when your reputation is under attack ✅ Why you don't need to explain yourself to everyone ✅ How to know whose opinions actually matter ✅ Why cancel culture requires more critical thinking ✅ How to handle difficult conversations with confidence 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Intro & Sally's Story03:20 - From Politics to Crisis Management09:09 - The Reality of Cancel Culture10:58 - Why You Have to Own It14:21 - Having the Hard Conversations18:21 - Who Actually Matters?21:16 - Social Media, Politics & Speaking Up34:21 - What Makes a Good Leader39:45 - How to Think Before You Cancel Someone46:00 - There Is Always a Solution 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Sally Branson: https://www.instagram.com/thesbcgroup/ Website: https://www.sallybransonconsulting.com/home  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  Hydrogen Health Hydration Guide: https://site.natkringoudis.com/sipwell

In this episode, I’m joined by Katie Delimon, a writer, author and confidence coach who has built her work around helping women become more confident, regulated and willing to speak up. Katie shares the very personal journey that brought her here, from family secrets and grief to a silent meditation retreat that completely changed the direction of her life. We talk about trusting yourself, having difficult conversations, setting boundaries without building emotional walls, and why making mistakes is actually part of becoming more confident. Katie also opens up about what she’s seen in the wellness world and why she believes we can take inspiration from people without putting them on a pedestal. At the core of this conversation is a really simple message: you don’t need someone else to give you permission to trust yourself. Sometimes the answer is already there. You just need to get quiet enough to hear it. 🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why so many women seek permission from everyone but themselves✅ How to have difficult conversations without losing yourself✅ Why confidence comes from making mistakes and learning to repair✅ The difference between healthy boundaries and emotional walls✅ Why we need to stop putting wellness experts on pedestals✅ How stillness can help you reconnect with yourself 📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!): 00:00 - Intro02:58 - Katie’s Story06:15 - Becoming a Woman Who Speaks Up08:46 - Confidence, Mistakes & Repair11:24 - Boundaries vs Emotional Walls14:00 - Learning to Trust Yourself18:00 - Nervous System Regulation22:09 - Stop Giving Your Power Away30:07 - Why We Need Difficult Conversations33:39 - Health Doesn’t Happen in Extremes 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment! 👤 Guest Info: Katie Delimon: https://www.instagram.com/katiedelimon/  👇 All the Good Stuff 👇 FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6  Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership  Hydrogen Health Hydration Guide: https://site.natkringoudis.com/sipwell