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Today I’m joined by Zoe Jane Hindle, a functional wellness coach and practitioner who supports her with hormonal health, gut health, fertility, and longevity. After building a successful corporate career and rising to director level at one of the world’s largest investment banks, Zoe experienced severe burnout and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), which became the turning point that led her into the world of functional wellness.
Zoe shares her powerful personal journey, including how she overcame PMDD, the lifestyle and testing protocols that supported her healing, and how she now helps clients move from surviving to thriving. We explore what PMDD really is, why it’s often misunderstood, and how conditions like this can leave women feeling isolated, dismissed, and stuck in survival mode. Zoe explains how advanced tools like DUTCH testing and the GI Map can uncover the root causes of burnout, hormone imbalances, and chronic symptoms that so often go undiagnosed with standard blood work.
We also cover the importance of adrenal health, the dopamine dysregulation many of us experience due to our fast-paced, tech-saturated lives, and the impact of “Busy Girl Syndrome”. Zoe shares what it looks like to build resilience, the importance of cycle tracking and reconnecting with your body, and how to start making changes when you feel overwhelmed.
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Today I’m joined by Dr. Wendy Harris, an innovative addiction and trauma specialist who integrates the Compassionate Inquiry psychotherapeutic approach, yoga and meditation, and evidence-based practice into her work. She is also one of the founding facilitators of Compassionate Inquiry and the director of the Addiction and Recovery Specialization at Antioch University Los Angeles.
In this episode we dive deep into what trauma is, how our understanding of it has evolved over time, and why it has become such a prominent conversation in recent years. Dr. Wendy shares her perspective on the link between trauma and addiction, how we can start to reduce the stigma around addiction, and why so many of us are living in a state of disconnection without even realizing it. Wendy also offers a powerful grounding practice to help you regulate and connect with yourself, as part of your healing journey.
This is a profound, compassionate conversation I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed having it.
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● Learn more about Antioch University: https://www.antioch.edu/faculty/wendy-harris/
● Learn more about Beyond Addiction: https://beyondaddiction.ca/
● BA UK info and registration: https://beyondaddiction.ca/event/beyond-addiction-immersion-uk-2025/
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Today I’m joined by Sara Bowcutt, Managing Director of Women for Women International, a global organisation supporting women survivors of war to rebuild their lives through social and economic empowerment.
Sara shares the powerful and deeply moving stories of women who have lived through conflict in countries such as Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, and Rwanda. We explore how the organisation equips women with essential skills, knowledge, and community support through a 12-month training program, covering everything from wellness and rights to vocational training and financial literacy.
We also reflect on what true resilience looks like, how Sara’s understanding of it has evolved through her work, and why sisterhood is at the heart of healing and transformation. This is a conversation filled with inspiration, hope, and a reminder of the extraordinary strength and potential that lies within women, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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Stress is a given in life - whether it’s the pressures of daily responsibilities, challenges at work, or personal struggles such as navigating a plan B or dealing with chronic illness - but what separates those who thrive under pressure from those who crumble is resilience.
Resilience isn’t something you’re born with, it’s a skill you develop, and it’s often through overcoming adversity and challenges that we hone this skill and come out stronger on the other side
In today’s episode, I explore the transformative power of resilience and how you can build it to handle stress more effectively. We’ll dive into the science behind resilience, exploring how it strengthens your nervous system and mental health, and I’ll share practical strategies that you can start implementing today to increase your resilience.
We’ll discuss how to regulate your nervous system, stay calm under pressure, manage your energy, and prevent stress from building up to overwhelm. Additionally, we’ll touch on the power of mindfulness and self-awareness, recognizing when stress is accumulating and taking proactive steps to manage it.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck in cycles of chronic stress, this episode offers you a roadmap to resilience, and an overview of the tools you need to bounce back faster, recover stronger, and face future challenges with a resilient mindset.
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● Episode 9: Rewiring Your Brain for Resilience: The Science of Bouncing Back
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In this episode of The Wellness Within, I sit down with Dr. Samuel Mann, a physician and hypertension expert, to explore the profound connection between repressed emotions and our physical health.
Dr. Mann shares his groundbreaking perspective on how unresolved emotions - ones we’re not even aware of - can contribute to conditions like hypertension, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, and more. He explains the difference between suppression and repression, why some people experience chronic illness despite appearing emotionally resilient, and how our body holds onto emotions in ways that traditional medicine often overlooks.
We dive into the decades of mind-body research that have failed to uncover the true role of repressed emotions and discuss why trauma that, on the surface, never affected someone, could still be shaping their health. Dr. Mann unpacks the role of repression as a survival mechanism, when it serves us and helps us cope, and when it may be contributing to illness. He also shares practical ways to start exploring the emotions hidden within and whether getting in touch with them is always the right path for healing.
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Do you ever feel like you aren’t good enough? And that no matter how hard you try, self-doubt and your inner critic hold you back? If so, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth - confidence isn’t something you either have or don’t have, it’s something you can build, no matter what life throws your way.
In today’s episode, I explore what confidence really is (and what it’s not) and why self-doubt and inner criticism can feel so overwhelming. We’ll unpack how perfectionism and fear of failure keep us stuck, and I’ll share practical strategies to help you shift your mindset and cultivate unshakable self-belief.
I’ll also be taking you through five key ways to build confidence, from reframing negative self-talk to taking action before you feel ready, and I’ll share how to hold onto confidence even in challenging times.
If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, this episode will give you the tools to step into a more confident version of yourself, even in life’s tougher moments.
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Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your thoughts or emotions, unsure of how to process them? If so, journaling could be a powerful tool to help you untangle those feelings and unlock a deeper understanding of yourself on your healing journey.
In today’s episode, I explore the many benefits of journaling, and the profound impact it can have on processing emotions, reducing stress, building resilience and cultivating self-reflection. You’ll learn how putting pen to paper can help you clear mental clutter, gain clarity on your emotions and even rewire your brain, building new neural pathways for resilience.
I’ll also be sharing the science of journaling and why it works, and I’ll introduce you to a few different techniques of journaling, so that you can find one that’s right for you. And stay tuned until the end where I take you through a guided journaling exercise, allowing you to experience the benefits firsthand and start to integrate this into your wellness routine.
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Have you ever felt trapped by the relentless grip of perfectionism? If so, you’re not alone and today we’re going to be exploring how you can nurture self-compassion to break free from the pressures of perfectionism.
We’ll be unpacking the concepts of perfectionism and self-compassion, exploring the dangers of tying self-worth to perfectionism, and discussing how you can practice more self-compassion in your life going forward. I’ll also be sharing some of the science behind self-compassion and why when we treat ourselves kindly, the body responds positively.
I’ll also be providing you with practical strategies you can use to start nurturing more self-compassion today, helping you feel empowered to challenge your inner critic and cultivate a kinder relationship with yourself today.
If you’re a person with perfectionist tendencies, the perfectionist cycle is likely to play out when you’re facing adversity - be it grief, a setback in life, a chronic illness or another challenge - and by embracing self-compassion you can relinquish the grip of this perfectionism, helping you to move forward in your journey.
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With our work lives more demanding than ever and the pressures of family and personal commitments adding to the load, burnout has become an increasingly important topic.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Emma Matthews, a former senior leader in financial services whose high-flying career came to a halt when she hit severe burnout in 2017. What followed was a long and difficult recovery - one that ultimately led her to redefine success, train as a therapeutic coach, mentor and hypnotherapist, and dedicate her work to helping others manage stress, prevent burnout, and recover in a way that creates lasting change.
Emma shares what burnout really looks like beyond just exhaustion, the early warning signs she ignored, and the misconceptions that keep so many people stuck in cycles of stress. We also explore why high achievers are particularly prone to burnout, the role of nervous system regulation in recovery, and how Emma has structured her life and work today to avoid relapse.
If you’re feeling like you're running on empty, this episode will help you understand the deeper layers of burnout and the steps you can take to cultivate true wellness from within.
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Have you ever wondered why some people seem to bounce back from challenges with ease, emerging stronger, whilst others struggle to recover?
Resilience isn’t just something you’re born with - it’s a skill that can be built, strengthened, and nurtured over time. And the good news is, no matter what you’re dealing with right now, you have the power to rewire your brain for resilience.
In this episode, we’re exploring the science of neuroplasticity, how chronic stress physically reshapes the brain, and what you can do to strengthen your ability to cope. I’ll be breaking down how you can shift and reframe negative thought patterns and regulate your emotions more effectively, plus I’ll be sharing practical, science-backed strategies you can start today to help you strengthen your ability to bounce back, no matter what life throws your way.
If you’re facing a setback and questioning your ability to cope, this episode will help you understand how resilience works at a neurological level and how you can start making small, intentional shifts to build it today.
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In this episode of The Wellness Within Podcast, I sit down with Karly Arber, a business founder, mentor and CEO who has built a life of purpose, freedom and impact after facing hardship and hitting her rock bottom.
Karly’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and redefining success on her own terms. She opens up about her pivotal year in 2018 when her world was turned upside down by an abusive relationship, the sudden loss of a dear friend, and a debilitating chronic illness that left her bedbound. Through her journey of healing, she discovered what true success looks like - not the burnout-fueled hustle she once pursued, but a life aligned with her core values.
In this conversation, Karly shares how she rebuilt her life from rock bottom, the mindset shifts that helped her cultivate resilience and self-worth and how redefining success became the key to finding true fulfillment. We explore how purpose and mission became the driving force behind transforming her life, the importance of slowing down and tuning into your body, and the power of designing a life that truly serves you. We also discuss how to find your purpose and what it will feel like when you do.
This is a deeply inspiring conversation about reclaiming your power, healing from within, and stepping into a purpose-driven life. If you’ve ever found yourself at a crossroads, feeling lost or disconnected from what truly matters, Karly’s story will remind you that transformation is possible, even from the darkest of places.
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Today’s episode is an important one, exploring a topic that comes up with nearly all of my clients; overwhelm. Not the overwhelm of a busy schedule, but the kind that arises when life gives you an unexpected turn and throws you off balance, or when you’re dealt a setback you didn’t see coming.
In this episode, I explore exactly what overwhelm is, what’s happening in your nervous system when it takes hold, and I share my own experience of navigating it during my journey with chronic fatigue syndrome.
I also share the powerful tools and practices you can start using from today to help you cope with overwhelm, find calm, and stay grounded even in the most challenging of times.
If life feels too much right now, this episode offers practical and compassionate insights to help you navigate overwhelm, build resilience and reclaim your sense of control.
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● Episode 3 - How To Approach The New Year When Life Throws You A Curveball
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In this episode of The Wellness Within, I sit down with Kiki Kirby, whose remarkable journey takes us through some of life’s most challenging experiences, including grief, severe burnout, a stage 4 cancer diagnosis and a complex fertility journey. Despite these trials, Kiki has redefined her understanding of wellness, cultivated resilience and found strength in the face of adversity.
In this episode, Kiki shares her insights into how she navigated these setbacks, the mindset shifts that helped her build resilience, and how her health journey has reshaped her definition of success. Together, we explore themes of shame, triggers, dealing with comparison, nurturing compassion, and the transformative power of finding joy in the unknown
Kiki is the founder of Kiki Kirby Coaching, which helps high-achieving, heart-centered leaders and professionals realign with their values and create holistic transformation in their lives.
If you’re currently dealing with one of life’s challenges, I hope Kiki’s story brings you a sense of strength and some practical insights to help you navigate these challenges and cultivate true wellness within.
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In this episode, we’re diving into the important topic of nervous system regulation - what it is, why it matters, and the small, simple steps you can take today to get started - providing you with practical steps to start bringing balance back to your body. Whether you’re feeling stuck in a state of anxiety, emotional numbness or chronic stress, understanding how your autonomic nervous system works can be a game-changer when it comes to your healing.
I provide an overview of the autonomic nervous system and its two key components - the sympathetic and parasympathetic system - and how they work together to keep us safe and regulated. I also explain the polyvagal theory, which sheds light on how our nervous system adapts to stress, social connection and trauma, as well as sharing signs of nervous system dysregulation and what it looks like to get stuck in fight, flight, or freeze modes.
With this foundational knowledge, this episode also explores how you can take action and start to regulate your nervous system today, providing you with tools to help you move out of a dysregulated state including breathwork, somatic exercises and journaling prompts designed to help you tune into your body and expand your window of tolerance. Using these you can tune into your body, and focus on developing a flexible and resilient nervous system - one that allows you to face life’s challenges with greater ease and adaptability.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or unsure where to begin with nervous system regulation, this episode offers a compassionate, step-by-step approach to reconnecting with yourself and finding your way back to balance.
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In this episode of The Wellness Within, I’m joined by Sarah Littlefair, a somatic practitioner and hypnotherapist whose inspiring story is testament to resilience, healing and the power of living authentically.
Sarah Littlefair is a Somatic Practitioner specialising in somatic stress release, integrative hypnotherapy & coaching. She combines modalities to help people heal burnout & chronic stress by regulating their nervous systems & rewiring their subconscious mind, supporting them to recover their energy & become their most vibrant, connected, calm selves.
In this episode, Sarah opens up about her personal health challenges, including navigating autoimmune issues, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and pneumonia, which left her bed-bound for years. These life-altering experiences sparked a deeper exploration of wellness and connection to herself, which led her to discover somatic practices that transformed her life and ultimately set her on her path to recovery.
We discuss the turning points in Sarah’s healing journey, including the holistic and somatic practices that enabled her to reclaim her life,, and the role of nervous system regulation and brain retraining in her recovery.
We also discuss the early warning signs of chronic illness and how to recognise them, why authenticity and joy are key components to wellness, the practical somatic tools that you can do today to support your healing, and the power of fun, playfulness and joy in restoring balance in life.
Whether you’re grappling with chronic illness, stress or burnout, or simply looking for inspiration to reconnect with your wellness within, I hope you find the powerful takeaways of this episode helpful.
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In this episode of The Wellness Within, we dive into a topic that may resonate with many of you - how to approach the new year when you’re not where you hoped you’d be.
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re surrounded by people reminiscing on their highs of the year and their milestones achieved, and planning ahead for the upcoming year. However, if 2024 didn’t quite go your way, it can be hard to reflect on the year and look forward to what’s coming next, especially when you’re still in the midst of a challenging time.
In this episode, I’m sharing how to approach the new year when life has thrown you a curve ball; I discuss how to foster self-compassion at this time, the nuances of acceptance and how to use this to move forward rather than seeing it as ‘giving up’, how to build resilience in the face of a challenge, how to reframe catastrophising and rumination and much more. I also share my advice on how you can support yourself during this time and what daily habits and rituals you can adopt to genuinely tap into true self-care, not just self-care as a means to optimise performance and output.
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In this episode of The Wellness Within, I’m joined by my very first guest, Grace Williams, a health and nutrition coach with an amazing story to share.
Grace shares her story of navigating some of life’s most acute challenges – from being diagnosed with MS at 21, to losing her mum to cancer, and ultimately transitioning from a corporate career to one in wellness. Her experience is a testament to the resilience and inner strength it can take to rebuild after life throws you off course.
Together, we explore grief, burnout, redefining success and how to nurture resilience. Grace shares how her understanding of wellness has evolved, from surface-level routines to more intentional practices that nurture the mind and body. We explore the power of cultivating daily non-negotiables, breaking free from autopilot living, learning to tune into your body’s signals before it’s too late, the mind-body connection, and the crucial role of mindset in recovery.
Grace also shares her transition from the corporate world to her work as a health and nutrition coach, the lessons she’s learned along the way that have ultimately brought her more peace and her holistic approach to managing MS.
Whatever it is that has brought you here - whether you’re stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, navigating grief or seeking inspiration to take control of your inner wellbeing - this episode offers insights, practical tools and encouragement to help you find your own wellness within.
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In this first episode of The Wellness Within, I’m talking about my journey with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Going from being an active, high-achieving management consultant and marathon runner to becoming bed-bound with CFS, and then rebuilding my life and my health, I’ve often wondered - had I known then what I know now, could I have avoided chronic illness?
In this episode, I share the lessons I’ve learnt from my journey, including the importance of learning the language of your body and recognising the subtle signals it’s sending you before it's too late. I explore why quick fixes and surface-level wellness routines aren’t always enough, and I share the key questions you can ask yourself when these early signals start to arise to help you get to the root of the issue before the body says no. I also share how to bring awareness to your default coping mechanisms and thought patterns, why this is so important and what you can do today to start to cultivate true wellness from within.
If you’re feeling burnt out, exhausted, overwhelmed or like you’re doing everything “right” but still spinning out of control, then this episode is for you. Tune in to find tools, insights and the encouragement you need to take back control and start your journey to lasting wellness.
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Welcome to The Wellness Within podcast, the podcast here to redefine wellness as you know it, helping you to find balance, nurture resilience, optimise your health and achieve lasting transformation from the inside out.
I’m your host, Rashlin Bhachu, a fatigue coach and NLP practitioner, and each week I’ll be bringing you conversations, real-life stories and actionable strategies to help you navigate challenges, shift your mindset, overcome curveballs and cultivate true wellness from within.
This podcast goes beyond quick fixes and superficial wellness trends; it’s about diving deep to uncover the root causes of burnout, anxiety, chronic fatigue and stress, providing you with a toolkit for when life doesn’t go your way.
Whatever it is that has brought you here, The Wellness Within is here to support you and help you heal and thrive in all areas of your life.
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