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Send us Fan Mail What if body burnout isn’t about doing more… but about changing the story you’re telling yourself about who you are? In this episode of The Light Seekers’ Lounge, I am joined by functional medicine practitioner and co-author of Ending Body Burnout, Filipa Bellette. After years of chronic symptoms - despite doing all the “right” things for her health - Filipa discovered a hidden belief she’d been carrying since childhood: that she was weak and incapable. When she began to gently flip the script on that belief, everything started to change - her energy, her nervous system, her confidence, and even the way she showed up in business. This conversation is especially powerful for women who have been holding everything together for everyone else, while quietly feeling exhausted underneath it all. In this episode, we explore: what body burnout really is - and how it differs from everyday stress and fatiguewhy doing all the “right” health things doesn’t always create recoveryhow subconscious beliefs influence your nervous system and physical wellbeingthe connection between perfectionism, money stress and chronic symptomshow identity-level shifts can support lasting healinggentle ways to begin rewriting the internal stories shaping your energy and capacityFilipa Bellette is Co-Founder of the multi award-winning health practice Chris & Filly Functional Medicine, accredited Clinical Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Coach, Trauma Therapist, and PhD Scholar. Together with her husband Chris, she has supported more than 3,500 clients using their ROOT-root-cause approach to resolving body burnout. Their work has been featured on the Today Show, nine.com.au, Forbes and Body+Soul, and recognised through the Telstra Best of Business Awards and the Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards. Connect with Filipa: https://chrisandfilly.fm Read Filly's book (for free), Ending Body Burnout: https://www.chrisandfilly.fm/free-ending-body-burnout-book Connect with Annie: DM me on Instagram @annielove.coach and let me know what resonated most for you. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail For months, returning to the podcast has been one of those things I kept thinking about but didn't quite get to. Eventually, with a little celestial peer pressure from my CHANI app, I remembered something I know about myself: action breeds momentum. So I pressed record. And here we are. If you’re embracing new seasons of your own, you may recognise the mix of reflection, possibility and pressure that can come with change. August can make it feel as though the year is racing away, but there is still time to notice what feels alive and choose a meaningful next step. In this episode, I share a little of what has been unfolding behind the scenes in 2026 for me and for my family, along with some of the experiments, ideas and glimmers shaping this season.  It’s a conversation about making room for change, following what brings joy and curiosity, and trusting that we don’t need to have the whole path mapped out before we begin. Also mentioned in this episode: The CHANI astrology app Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman Kate Spiritual Business on Instagram Charlie Love on Spotify Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail What really happened behind the scenes this year? In this special crossover episode, my beautiful biz bestie Mel Daniels, host of The Powerful Content Podcast, and I have an honest and reflective chat about what 2025 looked and felt like for both of us, in business and in life. We sat down with a list of big-hearted questions to explore what we’ve learned, what we’ve let go of, and what we’re carrying into 2026 with fresh intention. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a real conversation between two friends, navigating the mess, the magic, and the middle bits of business with honesty, a few laughs, and full permission to go deep. In this conversation, Mel and I discussed: The moments that reminded us why we chose this business journey in the first placeWhat we’ve each let go of this year — and how it created more ease and alignmentHow we’ve grown beyond the numbers (and what growth really looked like for us)Our soundtracks for 2025The resistance we've faced and what it has taught us, and what we’re intentionally bringing into 2026 — and how we want it to feel Mel Daniels is a Content Strategist, podcast host, and all-around wise woman when it comes to helping service-based business owners create intentional content that connects. She’s the host of The Powerful Content Podcast, where she shares insights and strategies to help women grow their businesses with purpose-led content. Listen to The Powerful Content Podcast: https://www.meldbusinessservices.com.au/powerfulpodcast/Connect on Instagram: @meldbusinessVisit Mel’s website: https://www.meldbusinessservices.com.auAlso mentioned in this episode: "Would you be horrified or grateful if your year repeated five times?" reflection question is credited to the Instagram account We Think Deeply. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve been stuck in a season of “what now?” — this episode might just be the clarity you didn’t know you needed. In this honest conversation, I’m joined by Frances Scadden, who knows a thing or two about reinventing your business when things no longer feel in alignment. We talk about pivoting (without burning it all down), redefining visibility as a woman in business, and what it really looks like to honour your truth — even when it makes other people uncomfortable. In this conversation, Frances and I discussed: Frances’ journey from corporate to coaching to content creation, and how her career has evolved through different seasons — from chasing corporate success, to coaching midlife women, to finding unexpected joy and alignment in content creation (even at 52!).What it really feels like to pivot — and why it’s not failure. Frances opens up about the rollercoaster of making big changes in business, the fear of being judged, and how she navigated the uncomfortable “in-between” when she knew something wasn’t working anymore.Why visibility is often the hardest part for women in business, the reasons women hold back from showing up online, and how Frances helps her clients reframe what visibility looks like on their own terms.Burnout, boundaries, and letting go of the pressure to do it all, and how stepping away (without burning everything down) allowed Frances to create a business that feels so much more sustainable.The power of connection, creativity, and owning your storyFrances Scadden is a Content Creator and Social Media Manager who helps women in business turn their messy, brilliant ideas into scroll-stopping content that actually lands. After years as a coach and mentor, she made the brave decision to pivot into a business that feels energising, creative, and truly aligned. Through her brand Your Content Partner, Frances blends strategy, storytelling, and soul to help women get seen, trusted, and hired — in a way that feels human and not forced. You can connect with Frances in the following places: Follow Frances on Instagram, or check out Your Content Partner on IG. You can also find her on LinkedIn. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Starting over isn’t easy — whether it’s a career shift, a life transition, or rediscovering who you are after change. It takes courage, vulnerability, and a whole lot of self-compassion. In this heartfelt conversation, I chat with coach and global citizen Alessia Gandolfo about what it really looks like to begin again — one small, brave step at a time. We talk about embracing uncertainty, trusting your own pace, and how to find purpose when the path ahead feels unclear. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start over (or if you’re strong enough to try), this episode will remind you that courage doesn’t always roar — sometimes, it’s simply the quiet decision to take the next step forward. In this conversation, Alessia and I discussed: Alessia’s bold move to Australia — and what called her back homeThe power of taking “one brave baby step” each day, and what she learned from finding work, making new friends and dating Australian menWhy starting over can feel harder when you’re surrounded by familiarityHow clarity in business often begins with reconnecting to your message and finding what lights you upFinding purpose through alignment, intuition, and soft self-leadership - having a go and then evolving as we goAlessia Gandolfo is a purpose and business coach who supports creatives, coaches, and healers to clarify their message and align their work with who they truly are. With almost a decade of experience in personal development and career coaching, Alessia helps her clients navigate pivots, rediscover passion, and find the language that brings their magic to life. She’s especially passionate about working with soulful entrepreneurs whose work is hard to “pin down” — helping them express their transformation in ways that feel true, clear, and deeply resonant. You can connect with Alessia in the following places: On her website at: alessiagandolfo.com, or follow her on Instagram: @alessiagandolfocoaching You can find Alessia’s free resources at alessiagandolfo.com/resources Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Are you making great revenue but still wondering, “Where did all the money go?” If your bank account doesn’t reflect your hard work, this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m flipping the script on the online business world’s obsession with revenue and inviting you to focus on something even more important — profit. I share how easy it is for money to quietly leak out of your business, even when sales are strong, and talk through five sneaky expenses that might be eating into your bottom line, including subscriptions and tools you’re not using, courses you’ve bought but haven’t implemented, discounting your services, upgrading tech too soon and lifestyle leaks that creep into business spending. I also share real-life examples from my own business, plus a few gentle mindset shifts to help you protect your profit without feeling restricted or deprived. Also mentioned in this episode: Free Core Values Mini-Workshop Annie references specific software and tools she uses in her business, including: Xero (accounting software): xero.com ActiveCampaign (email marketing): activecampaign.com Kajabi (all-in-one business platform): kajabi.com Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Let’s talk about that sinking feeling you get when you open up your banking app or accounting software… Yep, I’ve been there too. Maybe you keep putting off looking at your numbers—business or personal—because it all just feels too much. You’re not alone, my friend. And that’s exactly what we’re unpacking in today’s episode. We’re diving into the real reasons so many of us (especially heart-led women in business) avoid our finances—and spoiler alert: it’s rarely about the numbers themselves. We’ll explore the stories and fears that might be holding you back, and I’ll share a gentle, doable money ritual that takes just 15 minutes. It’s helped me shift from anxious avoidance to feeling calm, capable, and in control—and I know it can help you too. If money stuff feels heavy or stressful right now, this episode is your invitation to flip the script and start building a kinder, more empowering relationship with your finances. Download your free copy of Calm Consistent Cash: the Playbook. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Imagine waking up and trusting that you will handle every situation perfectly? What if the secret isn't in the doing but in simply being—being present, being you? In this episode of The Light Seekers Lounge, we dive deep into the art of true presence and self-love with Rachel Madorsky. Rachel Madorsky is a bestselling author, speaker, psychotherapist and executive coach helping women leaders give themselves everything they ever wanted in life - now. Recognised by Influence Digest as one of Austin’s top 15 coaches, to date, Rachel has coached hundreds of brilliant entrepreneurs, artists, CEOs and visionaries, guiding them to experience more freedom, love and wealth in all its forms. Rachel is the author and illustrator of the best-selling book, "How to Love Yourself: In Less Than a Week and Also for the Rest of Your Life,” featured in The Be Kind Winter Box by Ellen DeGeneres. In this conversation, Rachel and I discussed: The significance of self-love on every facet of life - including improving relationships, career, and financial well-being - and empowering women to be open to receiving more money.Allowing yourself to feel negative emotions fully before seeking the next steps, and Rachel's "many" self-care practices, including organising life for authentic bliss.What valuable lessons Rachel has learned from improv comedy, including saying "yes," embracing mistakes, and being present.The inspiration behind and rapid creation of Rachel's book, "How to Love Yourself in Less Than a Week. And also for the rest of your life," sparked during a walk in the sunshine.Self-love and its connection to trusting our intuition - and a great story about how Rachel's book ended up being promoted by Ellen DeGeneres.You can connect with Rachel in the following places: On her website, rachelmadorsky.com and on Instagram @rachelmadorsky. Rachel wrote the book 'How to Love Yourself In Less Than a Week And Also for the Rest of Your Life' which you can purchase on her website. Also mentioned in this episode: The Ultimate Coach (Steve Hardison) The Ultimate Coach website Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail I believe working with a coach can be really powerful, but it's not always the right move or right time. In this solo episode, I’m opening up about my own coaching journey and sharing the essential questions you need to ask before committing to working with a coach.  Whatever kind of coach you're looking at hiring, this episode will help you get clear on your goals, readiness, and financial capacity, as well as common pitfalls to avoid, so you can make an empowered, grounded decision.  Also mentioned in this episode: Beautiful You Coaching Academy, founded by Julie Parker. Annie mentions becoming a certified Profit First professional. The system is based on the book Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Light Seekers’ Lounge, I’m joined by the incredible Donna Hann—a certified high performance business and mindset coach, bestselling author, and passionate advocate for women in regional Australia. With over 15 years of experience in business, Donna has launched, grown, and sold multiple businesses—including a thriving dance studio—all while raising her two boys. Today, she supports ambitious women to grow values-led, sustainable businesses without burning out through her coaching programs and Regional Business Women’s Membership. In this conversation, Donna and I discussed: Donna's business journey from  dance studio owner to coach, and the realities and magic of growing a business in a regional areaThe power of values-led planning and vision setting, and how we can avoid burnout and stay connected to what matters most (including Donna’s beautiful "glass balls vs. rubber balls" analogy)How she’s learned to honour the seasons of life and business through some big life changes, and what it really looks like to pause, reset, and come back with clarityTips for building resilience and sustaining your energy as a business ownerYou can find find Donna in the following places: On her website, donnahann.com and on Instagram @donnahann_coach. Donna co-authored the book 'Try and Stop Her', which you can purchase on her website. Also mentioned in this episode: Ten Seconds of Courage – Nadine Champion (Book) Samantha Wills – Official Website Super Attractor Oracle Deck – Gabby Bernstein Rebecca Campbell Oracle Decks The Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne White Deer – Branding Studio Profit First with Laura Elkaslassy Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Guess who’s back behind the mic? That’s right—after a little pause (okay, a raaather long one…), The Light Seekers Lounge is here with a brand new episode, kicking off Season 7! I’m so happy you’re here—thank you for your patience and for coming back to join me. I’ve missed you. If 2025 has felt like a whirlwind or left you searching for connection and steadiness, you’re not alone—and this episode is for you. I dedicate this episode to my dear friend Karen Garner Hamilton, and am reflecting on the challenges and joys of 2025 so far, and share a candid update on my family, work, and word of the year. Together, let’s embrace honesty, resilience, and small steps forward. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Jenny Richardson didn't expect to be diving back into the dating scene in her 40s. Or ever, really.  Jen met her husband Will back in university at 20, and they built a pretty great life with two awesome kids and a couple of cats. Until Will passed away unexpectedly at 46, and the future they'd planned vanished in an instant. Jen spent a few years healing, raising her girls, and retraining in a new career. Then, at around the 4-year mark, she started wondering what "moving forward" looked like and nervously anticipated the perils of online dating. With the support of a mentor, devouring books, adapting her coaching skills, and creating systems, Jen tested her dating theories in the real world, figuring out how to find the relationship she craved. Jen now supports her clients to dive into dating with curiosity, confidence, and clarity. In this conversation, Jen and I discussed: How Jenny met her husband, Will, and how life shifted after Will died unexpectedly. Plus the dark humour we rely on during grief.When Jen decided she was ready to try dating (although she wasn't "over" her grief), navigating the online dating scene, especially as a solo Mum with two daughters, and what she has learned about herself through dating and starting new relationshipsJen's business journey, from retraining in a whole new career, to the pivot from children's emotion coach to dating coach.The wisdom and tips Jen has for those who are considering leaping into the current dating landscape, including the importance of taking action and learning as you go.You can find find Jen in the following places: At her website www.jenrichardson.co.uk or on Instagram. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail In this week's conversation, I share a little life update from the Love household. From the chaos of welcoming an unexpected new furry family member to the transformative decision around schooling for my eldest son Sam, it's been a whirlwind of changes and adjustments.  But it’s not all about the changes; it's also about how we handle them. We'll explore strategies for managing uncertainty and share insights I picked up from Ali Hill's keynote speech at The Future of Leadership conference earlier this year. Also mentioned in this episode: Future of Leadership Ali Hill Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail While originally studying and working as a nurse, Mel Watt knew she needed a shift and decided to study a Diploma of Photography in 2009. Initially, Mel focused her photography business around kids and families.  However, a personally challenging time led Mel to pivot in 2019 and she found a new purpose in helping women celebrate who they are and reclaim their power through black and white, no makeup portraits. In this conversation, Mel and I discussed: Mel's unique approach to photography, capturing the essence of her subjects through black and white, no-makeup portraits in a desire to simplify and uncover the true spirit within each personThe challenges Mel faces with clients who are hesitant about her no-makeup policy. She believes in the empowering journey it offers and guides them through their fears to unlock their natural beauty.How Mel helps clients prepare for their photoshoot, choosing the best outfit and allowing them to express their personal desires for the session. The approach Mel took to pivoting into this style of photography and how she supported her mindset along the wayMel's favourite mantras, uplifting tunes and self-care practices, and how she finds joy in simple pleasures and connecting with nature. You can find find Mel in the following places: At her website: https://melwattphotography.com.au/, or on Instagram, LinkedIn or Facebook. Mel is offering a special promotion to The Light Seeker's Lounge listeners of $300 towards a photography session, aiming to help women see themselves in a new and beautiful way. Fill out the questionnaire at: https://melwattphotography.com.au/activate-gift-voucher-sa/ Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach

Send us Fan Mail Emily Osmond is an online marketing strategist and educator who supports solopreneurs to launch and grow online businesses, so they can help more people through their own expertise. She does this through her online courses, which have helped more than 1,000 business owners across the world, her podcast - The Emily Osmond Show, which has listeners in more than 100 countries, and her events and retreats. Emily has a Master of Communications degree and is a mum to a busy toddler (with another bub on the way). In this conversation, Emily and I discussed: Emily’s personal background, moving from England to Australia as a teenager, the tragic loss of her Dad and overcoming personal challenges with her mental health - and the impact of those experiences on her business journey.The evolution of her business from agency model to using the data and consumer research to start her membership, the Modern Marketing Collective, plus running in-person events as an introvert.What Emily is seeing currently in the online business space and what we need to do to adjust, plus her advice for those just starting out in business. The challenges and learnings from balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood, especially as Emily had her business before having a baby, and how she's adjusted to having less time available.What Emily noticed in the online space which prompted her create her latest course: The 30-day Course Launch program (which I have now done and can highly recommend!), tailored to help business owners effectively launch their online courses  You can find find Emily in the following places: At her website: https://emilyosmond.com/, or on Instagram, LinkedIn or Facebook. Access her free resources: https://emilyosmond.com/free Buy her courses: https://emilyosmond.com/programs Listen to The Emily Osmond Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to the Mummalove Mix tape on Spotify. You can also find me on Instagram @annielove.coach Facebook: @annielove.coach Website: annielove.coach