Advertise on podcast: Press Pause Podcast

In this episode, we’re welcoming back Deidre Wilton, an Esoteric Astrologer, Author, Clairvoyant, Soul Coach and Metaphysical Teacher with over 20 years of experience helping people better understand themselves through astrology and metaphysical work. Today, we’re chatting all about children’s astrology and why it can be such a powerful tool for parents. Understanding your child’s unique astrological blueprint can offer valuable insight into their personality, strengths, needs and the different phases they may move through in life. Deidre shares her incredible knowledge and explores how this understanding can help parents better support their children, giving them greater awareness of what may be happening beneath the surface. This conversation is all about empowering parents with a deeper understanding of their children and taking their parenting to another level. Feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Sometimes all you have is yourself. Especially in your own mind. Today we talk about why it's important that your voice is loudest over all the noise, information and day to day schedules. Even your own voice if it's not serving you, since we all know we can be the most hardest on ourselves. Once your voice can be heard it's even more crucial that in the hardest times, you can be the one to coach yourself back into a place of strength and motivation. Join us as we share how we do this for ourselves and what we have learned along the way. Feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Intuitive, soul care alignment, which we also call self care is a home that we build. It needs a strong, balanced foundation to hold the home and life needed to live in it.  Today we talk all about the four pillars of self care, how to be aware of them so you can really get security, stability and balance from your self care, and also know that if something not quite right you can refer back to anyone of them. The four pillars are: Physical PillarEmotional PillarMental PillarSpiritual PillarJoin as we revisit what we felt was an important topic. One we have done before yet felt it was needed to revisit. We hope you enjoy exploring these pillars with us, may it give you a greater understanding around the layers of what it takes to look after you.  Feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Protein is something we hear a lot about, but what actually is protein, why do we need it, and why does it become even more important as we get older? In this episode, we chat about what protein is and why it is one of the essential building blocks our bodies need. We look at the reasons why protein is important for muscle, strength, recovery, repair and maintaining our bodies as we age. We also talk about why getting enough protein becomes particularly important as we get older, when we naturally start to lose muscle mass and maintaining strength becomes increasingly important. We discuss how much protein we should generally be aiming for each day, different sources of protein including both animal and plant-based options, and simple ways to include more protein in your everyday meals. Most importantly, we encourage you to take a look at your own diet and ask yourself — are you getting enough protein? Feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

The power of taking responsibility isn't spoken about enough. Knowing that you sometimes may not have all the information, and asking what you may have contributed, is an important thought process to be able to create if you really care about yourself and others.  We give our power away when we allow others to be the reason why we feel how we feel, instead of accepting that we are the one in control of our emotions and experiences. Sometimes it takes the experience of blaming others before you realise it can be a silent merry go round of resentment.  Once you take full responsibility for your experiences, you can learn the lessons, control your outcomes to unfold the way you truly want, and if not, see them with a different perspective. Most importantly, learn not to blame yourself. Remember you did the best you could at the time, with the information that you had. Feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

In this episode, we chat with Dr Hayley Squance, author, speaker and emergency management specialist, about her beautiful children’s book Stargazer — inspired by a real blind ostrich she cared for many years ago. Hayley holds a PhD in Emergency Management and has worked across veterinary emergency and critical care, university education, and emergency management in New Zealand and internationally. Through her experiences, she has developed a deep interest in how we navigate change and uncertainty, why slowing down matters, and how much we can notice when we become truly present to what is happening around us. Her book Stargazer has evolved into so much more than a children’s story. It carries a powerful message about awareness, slowing down, seeing things differently and recognising the connections around us. Through Hayley’s own life experiences, we explore what we might be missing when we rush through life and how pausing, paying attention and becoming more aware can open us up to a whole new way of experiencing the world. A beautiful reminder that sometimes we don’t need to do more — we simply need to pause and notice. Because perhaps there is much more happening around us than we realise. Follow the full journey and be the first to know when the book is launched.  Stargazer website https://www.hayleysquance.com/stargazer Feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

How often do you challenge yourself and observe what you actually have control over? Today we invite you to discover more about your patterns and behaviours. What serves you, who you want to be, and how tiny moments add up to to bring that awareness to the forefront.  Are you able to put your phone down when it really matters? Or say no to any forms of instant gratification? Join us as we dive into this fantastic top around strengthening your self control. Also feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

In this episode, we talk about the importance of creating healthy work ethics and boundaries, especially when life and work can easily blur together. We explore the importance of finding balance and creating space for the things that truly matter — not just work, but relationships, rest, family, personal time and the things that bring us joy. We discuss how setting healthy boundaries helps us stay more aware and present in the moment, rather than constantly feeling like we should be doing something else. This is particularly important when working from home, where the lines between business and personal life can become blurred and the constant juggle can leave us feeling mentally and physically drained. When we become more aware of how we are spending our time, what we are prioritising and where we need boundaries, we can protect our mental and physical wellbeing and create more space to actually live the life we want — not just work through it. Also feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Our Episode today is all about True Happiness. Not success, happiness. Have you defined what actually makes you happy, do you know what makes you unhappy?. Sometimes just that can be the best start.  This is a short one, but we get straight to the point. It is 100% unique and definitely requires self care as a tool to enable you to truly arrive there. Journey with us and go inward as we ask some very real questions about how are you showing up in your own life to create a life of true happiness.  Also feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Have you ever had great self care habits and then suddenly you travel and your entire body feels like it's hit a wall. What do you do? How do you adjust? Lauren and Katrina have both just come back from big trips overseas and have some top gems to share. What we personally do, how we adjust and our favourite tips to support your self care during tough times of jet lag.  If you would like more support in this area you can connect with Deidre Wilton, all her details are below.  Also feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

In this episode we talk about all things Astrology with Deidre Wilton. And what a fantastic discussion about how Astrology has a direct effect on your life and therefore your health, wellness, and soul care alignment.  Deidre Wilton, is based near Nelson, New Zealand and is an Esoteric Astrologer, Author, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Counsellor/Healer. For over 20 years, she has travelled nationally and internationally to teach Esoteric Astrology and Metaphysical Workshops and Retreats, guiding thousands of clients and students along their soul journeys.  As well as teaching she also offers personal Clairvoyant Astrology Readings designed to allow you to understand who you truly are and how you can best navigate your soul’s journey.  Through the interpretation of your Natal Chart, she helps uncover your soul’s purpose and activate your spiritual journey. Whether through astrology, teaching, writing or healing, Deidre's purpose is to awaken souls to evolve beyond the 3D world and step into their true power and destiny. When she is not traveling, she works with clients online via Zoom and in person here in New Zealand through her personal Readings, in-depth Workshops and transformational Retreats as well as her Soul Coaching and online Healing Workshops.  Deidre also posts FREE regular planetary and metaphysical video updates via her, Instagram, YouTube Channel and Facebook to share her knowledge and bring a deeper understanding of our world to the earth plane. We were blown away at the knowledge and first hand experience Deidre shared with us. Tune in, be open, and may it spark something in you to be curious about  who you truly are and who you have come to be. If you would like more support in this area you can connect with Deidre Wilton, all her details are below.  Also feel free to visit us via our websites or social media platforms. Get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]  DEIDRE'S DETAILS: Website:-www.star-wise.com Facebook:-https://www.facebook.com/deidrestarwise/ Instagram: star_wise_astrology YouTube: Star-Wise Clairvoyant Astrology @star-wiseclairvoyantastrol8758 Upcoming Events:- The Way Of The Wise Woman Retreat Ruby Bay, Tasman 19 - 24 September 2026 https://connection.star-wise.com/way-of-the-wise-woman-retreat Online Courses:- Soul Coaching 15 week Program of Soul Coaching, Inner Child Healing, Past Lives, Ego vs Higher Self, Your Astrology and how to use it, Dragon Connection & so much more https://connection.star-wise.com/soul-coaching-course Heal With Deidre:- Tailored Healing Courses that can be done individually or as a package.  Inner Child, Ego Self vs Higher Self & Past Lives https://connection.star-wise.com/lp-heal-with-deidre Astrological Readings:- Deidre offers a variety of Readings all designed to offer you guidance, insight and support along your soul's journey https://star-wise.com/readings/

Every decision you make is made out of fear or love.  Sit with that for a moment, let it sink in, and ask yourself, can you be more aware of what subconscious state you could be in. It's all about awareness, then from there you are able to shift the energy if you need to. There is an impact that comes with living in fear, and an impact that comes from living in love.  Today we talk about: How we get into states of fear unconsciously through experience and programming.How to be aware of it.The difference between fear and love and how it impacts your health.This is a subject like many others that will be a life long process, due to living in such an unpredictable world.  Join us as we dive into this wonderful topic.  If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms. Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Do we really need to have it all sorted? What does that even look like?  It reminds us of perfectionism, which is really just an illusion. Accepting that we don’t have it all sorted is like breathing deeply into the belly and letting go. Being ok with that also means we know who we are, and refuse to chase a program that comes from the pressures form society.  Not having it all sorted can look like: A messy home but happy kids.Getting back to people a little bit later than you want to because you’re prioritising your health.Being in flow.Knowing what matters to you, rather than pleasing others. We could go on and on. How can you enjoy not having it all sorted and being at peace with what is important to you right now. Join us as talk about Not having it all sorted and why that’s a sign that you do! If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms. Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

Today we talk about all things Bentonite Clay. First of all, what is Bentonite Clay? Another versatile, multi purposeful, everyone needs this in their bathroom cupboard kinda topic.  We love sharing what we use personally that support our self care in many ways. Green Calcium Bentonite Clay is renowned for its healing properties and has long been used traditionally by Native Americans for thousands of years.  A superior clay, also known as calcium bentonite clay, is famed for its rich mineral content is versatile use as:  Skin masksDetox clay baths Toothpaste/Mouth washSun Burn (Absorbs radiation)And more!Bentonite clay uses are as many as the imagination. Formed from Volcanic ash producing a negative electrical charge that acts like a magnet drawing out toxins, heavy metals, and impurities.  Join us to discover what we use it for, how we use it, and an extremely important explanation that shares how to not deactivate it's electrical charge.  If you want to explore more and try it for yourself visit www.grassesoflife.co.nz Bentonite Clay: https://www.grassesoflife.co.nz/product/bentonite-ultra-fine-detox-clay-450g/ If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms. Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]

In this episode, we sit down with Dani Catania, an Accredited Dietitian with nearly twenty years of experience in health, nutrition, and wellness. Dani is known for her holistic and alternative approach to health, and she is passionate about empowering women and families to understand and support their wellbeing through practical nutrition and lifestyle education.  Today, Dani shares her expertise on thyroid function — a topic that affects so many people, yet is so often overlooked. She walks us through the crucial things you need to know about your thyroid health, what to look out for, and the important questions you should be asking your doctor. Be sure to check out the link below to Dani's in-depth blog article, which covers everything you need to know about thyroid health. And if you'd like further advice or support, don't hesitate to reach out using the details provided below. CLICK HERE FOR BLOG ARTICLE ON THYROID HEALTH Instagram - Click Here Facebook - Click Here Website - Click Here If you would like more support in this area you can connect with us via our websites or social media platforms. Feel free to get in touch, share your thoughts and feedback, or ask any questions you have. Press Pause Email - [email protected] Katrina  -  [email protected] Lauren  -  [email protected]