Tales of Transformation with Ann Girling

Episode 20: Journey from Nurse to Grief and Sudden Loss Recovery Coach

Tales of Transformation with Ann Girling
Episode 20: Journey from Nurse to Grief and Sudden Loss Recovery Coach
In this episode Julie shares how she left behind the nursing career she loved to become a coach and found herself working in the field of grief and sudden loss. We talk about the difference between coaching and counselling and we also talk about the importance of self care which is vital for us all but particularly working with human emotion. And, of course, books came into it as they nearly always do!
Julie is an experienced grief and sudden loss recovery coach specialising in helping people after bereavement, relationship breakdown and chronic illness. When life has changed forever. Prior to starting her coaching Julie spent 20 years in the NHS as a senior nurse and midwife, she also worked on various pioneering NHS community projects.
Since becoming a professional coach and mentor in 2006 she has developed a unique life recovery program helping many people to reach new fulfilling phases in their lives they hadn’t thought possible.
Julie is an author of popular unique personal growth gift books and is a well-known inspirational and motivational wellbeing conference speaker.
 
To connect with Julie:
Julie New - Grief Coach & Sudden Loss Recovery (@changes_forever_bereavement) • Instagram photos and videos
 Facebook
 Julie New - Grief coach & sudden loss recovery (@julienewcoach) / X
 (1) Julie New | LinkedIn
 
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Episode 19: Journey from Performer to Nutritionist

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Episode 19: Journey from Performer to Nutritionist
In this episode Sarah shares her story of how she moved from being a performer in productions like Starlight Express and We Will Rock You to becoming a nutritionist after having received so much help herself for her own health. Her passion for what she does has helped many other women living with auto immune conditions and helped women understand their bodies better as they age and progress through menopause
Sarah graduated from the College Of Naturopathic Medicine as a fully qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist over 10yrs ago after deciding her performing career was no longer fulfilling her in the same way it once did. Her passion for supporting women through the ageing process and particularly menopause started after witnessing her mum go through the menopause at just 32yrs old and become her own health advocate when mainstream medicine failed her
Sarah is the co-creator of the Thrive Nutrition and Wellbeing program, has her own private practice and is a top performing consultant for a wellness and beauty brand. She has written articles for Naturopathy magazine, Health & Wellbeing Magazine, and the Daily Mail. She has also had the pleasure of speaking at various wellness festivals and retreats as well as hosting her own Longevity retreat in Ibiza and nothing pleases her more than educating women on how to live in a healthy, happy body for life
 
To connect with Sarah:
https://www.instagram.com/sarahlawuk/profilecard/?igsh=ZnR0NTBkNHk0cDRs 
https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahlawuk?_t=8pDfHkGlHkm&_r=1
To book a call: https://link.madeformore.ai/widget/bookings/discoverycallsarah2
5 Steps to thriving through menopause: https://go.sarah-law.uk/steps-to-thrive-through-menopause
 
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Episode 18: Journey to becoming a Yoga Teacher

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Episode 18: Journey to becoming a Yoga Teacher
 
In this episode Vicki shares how a horrific hit & run accident left her with a life changing foot injury. Refusing to accept the doctor’s prognosis, she returned to her yoga practice and found it brought back her strength and flexibility. In 2017 she decided to become a yoga teacher and it has been her full time occupation since 2020. She shares her passion for giving it a go and how worth while it can be
Vicki Baumann aka YogaWithVickiB is a living example of the many benefits of yoga. After suffering a traumatic life-changing foot injury, following a hit and run accident in 2012 that resulted in two operations and 18 months of rehabilitation learning to walk again – it was her yoga practice that brought her back to fitness. 
It was in 2017 at aged 55 that she qualified as a yoga teacher.
Having taught yoga part-time whilst running a print business, Vicki made the decision to leave her 30+ career behind and focus solely on her yoga business. The timing of leaving her business career behind, could have been better! It was just two weeks before the pandemic lockdown! In one day she had transitioned her business from all in-person to Zoom classes – a decision that remains a positive one to this day. 
At the heart of her business is inviting women to start yoga. Encouraging those that have often put off starting for many years – even though they know it could be good for them. Those that find themselves saying “they are too old to start, they are not fit enough, strong enough, never been able to touch their toes, never had any balance” etc to just start. 
She teaches yoga beginners courses and group classes on Zoom which can be a real help to those who are worried about entering an in-person class. Students are comfortable in their own surroundings and led in a structured class where Vicki can guide and encourage them. 
As well as her online teachings, Vicki runs in-person workshops and ladies-only yoga & relaxation holidays.
Vicki ethos is to be kind to ourselves, not judge ourselves on what we can’t do yet..  And provide ourselves with some me-time to discover just how beneficial yoga can be. “When you are on your yoga mat, you are not thinking of anything else. It provides you space for meditation in motion”.
Vicki’s picture on the cover photo taken by Yolande de Fines
 
To connect with Vicki:
 
www.yogawithvickib.com
https://www.instagram.com/yogawithvickib/
https://www.facebook.com/YogaWithVickiB/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-baumann/
https://www.yogawithvickib.com/beginners-yoga-course
https://www.yogawithvickib.com/yoga-retreat-kalkan
https://www.yogawithvickib.com/french-retreat
 
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Episode 17: Journey to Wellness & Food Coaching

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Episode 17: Journey to Wellness & Food Coaching
 
In this episode Marina shares her powerful story of developing autoimmune disease after the birth of her child. She has been in remission for some years now by changing the way she ate and she now helps her clients do the self same thing. We talk about how food can be an addiction in the same way as alcohol, cigarettes and drugs but we have to have food in our lives. It really is a fascinating listen!
 
Marina Antonova is a dedicated food coach who transformed her life from battling chronic illnesses and severe food dependencies to achieving food freedom and vibrant health. Through her personal journey, Marina discovered powerful techniques for consistently eating well and overcoming temptations from dysfunctional foods. This led her to create a coaching practice that helps others break free from relentless food cravings. Passionate about empowering individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle, Marina combines personalized strategies with compassionate support to guide her clients toward lasting wellness.
 
Tune in as Marina shares her inspiring story and practical tips for consistently eating well and resisting unhealthy food temptations to achieve a healthier, happier life.
 
To connect with Marina:
 
https://www.instagram.com/antohealthcoach?igsh=bng5ajRranNuNG9h&utm_source=qr
https://www.instagram.com/marinaantonova_v?igsh=N2U4Y3FnOTZtazM4&utm_source=qr
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-antonova-a2241a40?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
 
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Episode 16: Journey to Personal Branding

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Episode 16: Journey to Personal Branding
 
In this episode Sally shares her serendipitous journey from oncology nurse to being a personal branding specialist. We hear what personal branding is and why it’s important particularly for anyone making the transition from business to entrepreneurship. There’s a great book recommendation and, of course, information about how you can find out more about sally and how she works
Sally specialises in helping individuals  create memorable personal brands and bespoke business identities. Based in the picturesque Chester England, She is totally  passionate about transforming her clients brand and helping them  to skyrocket their business.
She talks about all things #unique, #business, #coaching, #confidence, and #personalbrand. Whether people are transitioning from a 'job' to entrepreneurship, seeking more clients, or aiming to shine on social media  - A well defined Personal Brand makes that happen
She brings a unique blend of experiences to the table, having worked as an oncology nurse specialist and personal stylist. Her journey involves bridging the gap between work and life balance. She loves  psychology-driven marketing for genuine audience connection, crafting systems for tech-phobes to convey themselves effortlessly, and elevating visibility – a key element for marketplace success.
 
 Plus, she is a certified Soul Plan Reader, adding an extra layer to enhancing clients personal brand and aligning it with their purpose.
 
To connect with Sally:
http://www.sallyinkster.com/
 
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Episode 15: Journey to the Food Freedom Fairy

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Date broadcast: 
Episode 15: Journey to the Food Freedom Fairy
 
In this episode Jenny shares her powerful story of how hospitalisation as a little girl led to her overeating and secret eating as comfort. She tried all kinds of things and in the end lost 40kg through meal replacements but, in her heart, knew there must be another way by healing women’s relationship with themselves and with food. Hence the Food Freedom Fairy Æ was born. We hear about her key learning on her journey and two great book recommendations for you.
 
Jenny McDonald, aka The Food Freedom Fairy®, empowers serial dieters and emotional eaters to eat cake without feeling guilty, release weight without dieting and most importantly heal their relationship with themselves.
Like many, Jenny struggled with food from an early age. Recognising her larger body was not accepted by society led to feelings of shame and guilt around food, secret eating and constant dieting.
In 2004 Jenny started to repair her relationship with food and lost over 40kg. She went on to work in the diet industry. Years later witnessing clients repeat the lose, gain cycle she knew there had to be another way.
Jenny is an award-winning, best-selling author of ‘The Book the Diet Industry Doesn’t Want You to Read’, speaker, coach, and energy alignment mentor with over 18 years of experience in weight loss.
Jenny is a certified and accredited Health and Life Coach trained in CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and various energy healing modalities. She offers private coaching and a group membership programme for women who are ready to ditch the diet and lose weight for the last time!
 
To connect with Jenny:
All links: https://linktr.ee/_jennymc
Book: https://amzn.eu/d/ho7gXAt 
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/605793686751503/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JennyMcDonald.Power
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jennymc/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennymc/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Dq0OHvSTh-FF9jaGKFNsQ?view_as=subscriber
Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7C16IU1baAUE98DpuNukmS?si=4te3lLBoQkmk_aTKjQg03w&nd=1&dlsi=911a5f474b5245d7
 
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Episode 14: Journey to Holistic Healing

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Date broadcast: 27th August 2024
Episode 14: Journey to Holistic Healing
 
In this episode Jo shares with us how a miscarriage at 6 months led her to reevaluate her life and become a holistic healer helping women through miscarriage and onto their next pregnancy and also older women who have rather lost their way. She has a great book recommendation and she shares some great learning how change is inevitable and trust in the process. Listen on!!
Emotional Wellbeing Intuitive Coach & Holistic Therapist Jo has been working in the field of complementary therapies since 1997. She made the decision to cross over from the corporate world after she experienced a miscarriage at 24 weeks which changed her life and her direction.
After taking a diploma in Aromatherapy at The Tisserand Institute she went on to train in multiple therapies, including Aromatherapy in Pregnancy, Indian Head Massage, Reiki, Hypnosis, Wellbeing Coaching, Mindfulness & Meditation, Vitali Chi,  The Energy Alignment Method (EAM) and Sound Healing Tuning Forks and INIGMA Healing Certification.
She runs Holistic Healing Wellbeing Retreats in Turkey, France and Ibiza.
Jo offers a unique blend of transformation and joy which is bespoke to each person. She draws on her different modalities depending on what is required at the time, as no one size fits all.
Jo is the author of “Life after Miscarriage - Your Guide to Healing from Pregnancy Loss” and the Owner of “Essences by Jo” a range of Aromatherapy Body and Bath Blends.
Jo runs a membership group called The Cherish Circle, where women come together weekly on a Monday at 7.30 pm to take time for themselves, with guided meditation and breathing exercises.
Jo holds professional membership of The Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) and is a regular speaker at networking events including Women In Business Network and SisterSnog. She is a member of f:entrepreneur Top 100 2019 and winner of Janey Loves Gold Award and Highly Commended Award in the Voice Category at the Mpower Awards.
She is a silver winner for Essences by Jo, in the Best Product Category at the Best Business Women Awards 2023 and a silver winner in helping Families and Children at the BBWA’s 20
To connect with Jo:
https://jotocher.com/https://jotocher.com/oracle-cards/
https://jotocher.com/cherish-circle/
 
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Episode 13: Journey to Being Fabulous

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Hosted by Ann Girling
Date broadcast: 13th August 2024
 
In this episode Yvonne shares her decision to leave a well paid corporate job to seek greater purpose outside not initially knowing what she was going to do. Her story is one of going from extreme stress to the joy of running her own business as a coach and she also gives us some tips about managing procrastination which we all suffer from to some extent!
Yvonne Pritchard is a “Fabulous” coach, who coaches and mentors women to;
Remove doubt
Be more confident
Discover their identity
Fall in love with themselves
And to be Fabulous.
I know what it feels like to be less than Fabulous.  I didn’t know who I was, what my purpose was and I had lost my confidence, my mojo and my sparkle. People didn’t know this as I hid it well, and this was exhausting. I was putting on a mask and pretending to be happy, in control and confident, I was not. This took it toll on me and I ended up being diagnosed with depression. Fast forward to now and I am 100% in love with myself, I know who I am, what I stand for, I am happy, confident, and in control of my life, and when curve balls come, I know how to deal with them.
She is  walking, talking proof that you can be the person you want to be, but you need to invest time and money into yourself to make these changes. And I hope we’ll hear her story
She is an NLP Master Coach, A Time Line Therapy Master coach and a Hypnosis Master. Over the past 5 years she has coached over 200 people to be fabulous and to lead the life they deserve.
 
To connect with Yvonne:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/beeleevinyou (for my free Facebook group)
www.beeleev.co.uk/female-fabulous-home for more information about the membership community.
 
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Episode 12: Journey to Getting **it Done

Tales of Transformation
Hosted by Ann Girling
Date broadcast: 30th July 2024
 
In this episode Laura tells us how she moved from being a weight loss coach to helping women with Hormone Havoc as she, herself, was diagnosed with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), a little known condition, but one which affects 1 in 20 women. She also goes on to tell us how she helps female business owners with her Get **it Done Club
Laura Teare-Jones is a hormone and mindset coach, podcaster, foerce PMDD and women’s health advocate, and champion for women in business.
 
To connect with Laura:
Facebook group - https://m.facebook.com/groups/getitdoneclub/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lauratearejones/Website - lauratearejones.com
 
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Episode 11: Journey to being a Mindfulness Practitioner

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Hosted by Ann Girling
Date broadcast: 16th July 2024
 
In this episode Alison shares her story from publishing to mindfulness via many years spent in India and hope she has come to help people living worth long term pain and ill health. Ans she also shares news of what’ next for her
Alison is a mindfulness practitioner with a special interest in supporting those living with long-term pain and ill health. Working with them to cultivate the resilience and skills necessary to live well whatever the circumstances. Alison has worked in healthcare for more than 20 years, running clinics in the UK and India. When she's not working you might find her out running, or in the gym. She loves to cook, get outside, and travel with her husband Martin.
 
To connect with Alison:
www.mindinsight.online
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-bale-mindfulness/
https://www.facebook.com/mindinsightonline
https://www.instagram.com/mindinsightonline?igsh=dXRmNmd5emVhb3pr
 
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