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We’re back! And Carla is chatting with Paul McAllister, a breath work practitioner and former pharmacist who shares his journey of healing, seeking safety internally, and getting into somatic work.
They chat about trauma, the nervous system, and some of the flaws of the pharmaceutical industry.
This was a fantastic conversation, and if you found it helpful, please share it on your social media and rate the show 5 stars!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro to Paul
05:11 Transition to breath work and somatic coaching
08:31 Exploring trauma and generational impact
18:09 Pharmacy training and mental health
23:08 Challenges in the healthcare system
32:32 Pharmacy work vs. holistic healing
34:07 Family's acceptance of career choices
35:28 Challenges in the pharmacy profession
35:34 The need for trauma education in pharmacy
37:07 The pressure and responsibility of pharmacists
40:08 Pharmacies trying to make a profit
43:11 Breath work and somatics journey
44:34 Holotropic breath work
48:11 The importance of safety in group work
59:53 The role of breathwork in healing
01:03:20 Upcoming retreats and psychedelic screening
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Carla sits down with the gorgeous Naoise (Yoga le Naoise), the founder of Tabhair Aire, which translates to "give care" in Irish. Her events focus on integrating the Irish language into yoga practices.
They chat about everything from reconnecting with your body through yoga, finding balance between wellness and drinking, and the beauty of the Irish language.
Naoise opens up about her personal health journey with PCOS, how she took her healing into her own hands, and the way her body regenerated after surgery.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Naoise
01:03 – Yoga and Irish language integration
07:14 – Naoise’s yoga journey and training
12:05 – PCOS diagnosis
25:06 – Getting your period and body positivity
27:48 – Learning the Irish language
38:30 – Upcoming plans and festivals
43:22 – Acro yoga and movement
52:08 – Emotional experiences in yoga
Thank you so much to Naoise for such an amazing conversation! If you enjoyed it, give the episode a share on Instagram!
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Carla’s dating life is going about as well as her luck with her phone this year...… not very good.
In this episode, Carla shares her two most recent dating experiences, getting love bombed (not for her looks, but by being hooked in with trauma talk) and also being told 'Belfast isn't real Ireland'.
She reflects on what she’s learned from dating, how she’s taking the pressure off it, and gives you six things to focus on if you’re single and looking to date.
She also finishes with your hilarious first-date stories, so stay until the end if you need a laugh.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Life updates: phone theft saga, moving house again, burnout
09:32 – Dating in 2025: love bombing, ghosting, mixed signals, and body language
26:30 – Six things to focus on in dating in 2025
33:03 – Funny first-date stories
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Carla is joined by the lovely Emma Neill for a special V-Day episode where they chat about their relationships, past heartbreaks, getting ghosted, and give their best advice on love.
Whether you’re spending this V-Day single or with a partner, there’s something in this ep that everyone will learn from!
Timestamps:
00:00 Catch up with Emma Neill
13:52 Hour-long orgasms
16:51 How many great loves have you had?
21:40 Dating story
25:12 How many times have you had your heart broken?
35:29 Advice for heartbreak
40:16 Is romance lost in today’s world?
43:14 Opinions on dating apps
49:50 Healing within a relationship
52:10 The vulnerability of love
55:10 Men vs. women when it comes to relationships
01:00:10 Friendships vs. romantic relationships
01:04:10 Best relationship advice
01:11:19 Marriage and weddings
01:16:06 More relationship advice
01:18:22 The pressure to date and have kids
01:26:45 Valentine's Day plans
Thanks so much to Emma for coming back on the pod! You showed a lot of love on the last episode with Emma, so if you enjoyed this episode, please rate the show 5 stars and share it on your social media!
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It can be hard to invest money into a retreat when your mind is telling you, ‘I could go on a holiday for this money,’ ‘Is it really worth it?’ etc… but Carla wanted to share her experience at the retreat she attended in Wales over the weekend and the changes she’ll be making in her life as a result of this.
Carla FINALLY had a much-needed cry, had time to process the grief that was being held in her body, and gave herself space to reflect on her career, relationships, and how she was living day to day.
So if you’ve been wondering what really happens on a retreat and if it’s really worth it, give this episode a listen.
Timestamps:
00:00 Donegal retreat announcement
01:27 Life updates – winter, grief, and upcoming podcast episodes
04:00 The power of group work & why it’s different from solo healing
06:48 Retreat experience in Wales
15:45 Cold water swimming and how it shifts emotions
19:12 Movement practice and the emotional release through breathwork
21:09 Struggles with crying
24:20 Carla’s experience with the yin practice
28:23 Grounding practices Carla is going to implement
29:53 Exploring free movement
31:01 Takeaways from the retreat
Make sure to give the podcast a 5-star review and follow if you enjoyed it!
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In this week’s episode, Carla discusses a topic so many of us can relate to—dating emotionally unavailable men. Sharing her own experiences, she looks at why we keep finding ourselves in these patterns, how our core beliefs shape the relationships we choose, and what’s really going on underneath all of this.
Carla also chats about the resistance that comes with doing inner work, what she’s learned from over a decade of healing, and the connection between our inner child and the choices we make as adults.
She shares how humour can really help you to heal and why unprocessed trauma often pushes us to stay busy instead of allowing ourselves to just be.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Ovulation tracking, subtle messages from our body, and the full moon 06:39 – What to expect with the Connect to Self course 12:01 – My approach to this work 13:05 – Why we laugh at traumatic experiences 14:27 – The link between unprocessed trauma and the need to constantly produce 15:52 – How laughter helps you heal 17:45 – Dating emotionally unavailable men 21:30 – Grieving and death 24:45 – Tools and techniques for self-soothing and nurturing 26:15 – Reconnecting with passion and purpose through inner child work 30:00 – Carla’s own healing journey and lessons she’s learned
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Carla reflects on the concept of "just getting on with it" and how it relates to inner child work, emotional healing, and embracing life’s challenges.
In this episode Carla looks at the ways childhood experiences shape us, the importance of dissolving untrue core beliefs, and how healing can reduce emotional burdens, improve relationships, and create space for more joy and freedom.
Time stamps:
00:00 Life updates
02:49 The Happy Childhood Challenge
08:09 Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS)
12:29 The Importance of Inner Child Work
13:57 Addressing the Resistance to Healing
28:47 Course information
Join Carla’s Course!
Connect to Self begins on January 28th under new moon skies. This four-week course blends powerful body-based practices with the magic of group connection to help you uncover, heal, and embrace your true self.
Learn more and join here.
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Pleasure and fun are IN for 2025 (along with being financially responsible…)
In today’s episode, Carla welcomes you back to the podcast after the Christmas break and goes through her list of ins and outs for 2025.
Some ins: notifications off and making new friends.
Some outs: dating apps and saying you’re skint.
Tune into the episode to hear more of Carla’s ins and outs for 2025!
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome Back!
01:32 Course Changes
05:57 Outs for 2025
15:05 Ins for 2025
What are your ins and outs for the year? Let me know in the comments!
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If you’re looking to learn more about all aspects of women's health, this is the episode for you!
In part 2 of the conversation with Maria Rafferty, Maria and Carla talk about fertility myths, the importance of digestion, and looking at everything that menopause entails.
You’ll learn about the role of blood flow, diet, emotional health, and lifestyle in optimising fertility, restoring balance, and seeing menopause as a time to really get to know yourself and pour all your time and attention back onto you!
If you haven’t listened to part 1, go ahead and give that a listen first!
Timestamps
00:00 Contraception choices
03:51 Improving your fertility
07:36 Diet and digestion for better health
17:13 Male fertility issues
21:00 Sweating and rebalancing
22:26 Menopause overview
23:03 HRT
24:11 Perimenopause and Chinese medicine
25:14 IVF and emotional healing
29:20 Navigating midlife reflections
32:20 The role of oestrogen
35:45 How to reconnect with your womb and heal
38:15 Having your period for 14 days
39:50 PCOS and dietary changes
Thank you so much to Maria for joining us on the podcast. We hope you enjoyed it!
We will be back in the new year for more episodes of the Wise Yourself Up Podcast, so make sure to subscribe to be notified when a new episode is out.
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Carla is joined today with Maria Rafferty, the Hormone Health Coach, who has a wealth of knowledge about women’s health through every stage of life.
Maria shares insights into healthy periods, the importance of ovulation and why you need to be tracking this, and how your lifestyle choices, such as your diet, impact your hormonal health.
This episode is packed with SO much value and is something that every woman should listen to.
Timestamps:
00:49 Maria’s expertise in Chinese medicine and fertility 03:36 Getting your first period 07:10 Women's 7-Year Cycles 14:01 The importance of ovulation and tracking your ovulation 23:11 Cutting out sugar and cheap carbs 27:44 Contraception choices 33:40 Fertility challenges and miscarriage 39:15 Period products 43:11 Understanding healthy periodsThere was so much value in this episode that we decided to split it into two parts! Make sure to subscribe and tune in next week to hear part 2.
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Healing can feel scary, and it’s definitely not easy. It’s a long process, but it’s one that will truly set you free and allow you to be your authentic self.
Today, Carla is discussing one of the biggest challenges on the healing journey: resistance.
Healing isn’t a straightforward path, and resistance can show up in so many different ways.
Carla is probably one of the most resistant people to healing, so she fully understands why you might be too.
But ultimately, if you’re looking to experience more love, more joy, more pleasure, more play, and a more abundant life, you need to break through this resistance in order to heal.
Timestamps
00:00 Life updates and recommendations 04:58 Why we are resistant to healing 09:15 My first therapy session 15:41 You’re not ‘too intelligent’ to ask for help 19:15 How capitalism fuels resistance to rest and healing 27:55 Healing takes time. Be gentle with yourselfJoin Carla for her FREE online workshop on healing your inner child, happening on December 10th: SIGN UP HERE
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with a friend, or comment below! Your support means the world.
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Wise Yourself Up Turns 1!
In this episode, Carla reflects on the first year of the podcast, the meaning behind it, and why she wanted to start it.
Carla wanted to present a different angle to healing, showing that it’s for everyone—you can still enjoy partying or have made mistakes and still belong in this space. She brings humour and lightheartedness to these topics and really hopes that it helps you on your healing journey.
To everyone who supports the podcast, Carla wants to send a big thank you. She absolutely loves this space and the community she has built.
Timestamps
00:00 Life updates: grief and healing, creating a new course, sleep as a coping mechanism, and cold dips 11:30 The story behind the podcast 20:48 The hardest episode I have recorded 22:11 Talking about hard topics with humour 30:07 Giveaway to celebrate the podcast’s birthday!To celebrate the podcast turning 1, Carla is giving away a 1:1 session to anyone who comments below on Spotify, sharing how this podcast has helped you. You’ll also get an extra entry if you share it on your story or leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
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In this episode of the Wise Yourself Up podcast, Carla welcomes special guest Orla Swan, also known as the Health Hun.Orla, a nutritionist and trauma specialist, shares insights from her years of experience focusing on women’s nutrition, trauma coaching and mindset energetics. Orla discusses her struggles with IBS, PCOS, and eating disorders, as well as her neurodivergence.The conversation covers topics like menstrual health, the impact of hormonal contraceptives, and the significance of pleasure and intimacy in women’s lives.
Timestamps:00:00 Intro to Orla and traveling abroad05:24 Orla’s personal health struggles09:16 Understanding neurodivergence20:13 Navigating sleep schedules that work for you24:59 Managing Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)27:35 The impact of contraceptives on health33:07 Healing relationship with food37:30 Exploring pleasure and sexuality40:37 The importance of self-discovery and healing
Thank you so much for listening! Don't forget to subscribe and rate the show if you enjoyed.
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This episode is dedicate to Carla’s Granny Adeline ❤️
Carla felt called to share the story of her granny’s passing and hopes that it helps anyone grieving.
Sending lots of love to anyone struggling at the moment.
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Carla is joined by Dr. Katie Gambier Ross, a neuroscientist, somatic movement coach, nutritionist, and podcaster.
In this episode, Carla and Katie discuss everything from neuroscience to somatics, the wisdom of the body, and the role of pleasure in personal growth.
This is an incredible episode, as you can instantly see the similarities that Carla and Katie share—not only in their passion for understanding the mind-body connection but also in their personal experiences and values.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:20 Katie’s Background
03:16 Adjusting to Living in London
13:16 Where Katie’s Obsession with Neuroscience Began
16:46 Understanding Somatics and Aliveness
19:48 Lessons from Working with Dementia Patients
24:30 Living in Bali vs. London
34:33 Influences in Somatic Practices
45:22 Exploring Pleasure and Sensuality in Life
51:22 Biggest Influence on Katie’s Teachings
56:10 Favorite Quote
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If you’re looking to get out of your head and into your body for true healing, Carla offers 1:1 somatic coaching to help you with this. Click here to register your interest.
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Carla chats in today’s episode about how emotions are held in the body.
She takes you through each part of the body and explains how different organs hold specific emotions and how this knowledge can help us tune into our physical and emotional well-being.
People often think that the brain is the most intelligent organ, but it’s not—the heart is.
Carla used to feel some resistance to this topic, so if that’s you right now, please approach it with an open mind, as she has seen more and more how true it is.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 - Life updates: The Maid and response flexibility
- 06:19 - How emotions are held in the body
- 10:54 - Our evolution and the intelligence of the heart
- 16:30 - The development of the body from conception to human form
- 17:02 - The power of the spine, sacrum, and skeletal system in emotional healing
- 21:12 - Lungs and the importance of conscious breathing
- 22:35 - 1:1 coaching
- 23:54 - The connection between the stomach and heart
- 27:00 - Understanding the intestines, kidneys, liver, and psoas
- 30:18 - The arms, hands, and shoulders
- 32:00 - The lower body and how trauma is stored here
- 34:11 - The lips and skin
- 35:08 - If you have any questions, let me know!
If you’re looking to get out of your head and into your body for true healing, Carla offers 1:1 somatic coaching to help you with this. Click here to register your interest.
References:
McCraty, R., Atkinson, M., Tomasino, D., & Bradley, R. T. (2009). The Coherent Heart: Heart–Brain Interactions, Psychophysiological Coherence, and the Emergence of System-Wide Order. Integral Review, 5(2). Available at: Integral Review
McCraty, R. The Resonant Heart: Heart-Brain Interactions and Psychophysiological Coherence. HeartMath Institute. Available at: HeartMath Research Library
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Your body always tells the truth, the mind does not.
This is why it’s so important that we give ourselves the space to listen to what our body is telling us.
Carla knows exactly what it’s like to resist rest, and in this episode, she gives practical tips on how to begin incorporating rest and stillness into our lives, as well as the benefits of learning to listen to our bodies.
You are worthy of rest, and learning to sit and be with yourself will allow you to tune into the incredible power that you have as a woman.
Timestamps:
00:00 Solo holiday, resting, swimming in the Irish Sea 07:39 Resistance and Change 10:33 How to Begin to Do Less 19:06 Prioritising Yourself Over Work 21:15 Do It for Your Older Self 30:17 Generational HealingMake sure to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode.
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Thanks for listening!
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The Wave Effect has just finished, and Carla is reflecting on the power that sitting in silence has had on the women inside the course—and the power it can have on your life too.
We are often so caught up in pushing ourselves physically, but the idea of sitting with our thoughts for as little as 30 minutes a day can feel daunting.
Carla chats about her own resistance to embracing stillness and how we can reconnect with our bodies and cultivate more joy and love in our lives when we turn inward.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected or stuck, then this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
01:11 Solo holidays, birthday hangover, and adjusting to winter 05:08 What I’ve learned from the Wave Effect and my experience with healing 10:01 The body tells the truth 13:56 Healing is not about working on ourselves 14:58 Processing emotions like your parents 16:20 Resistance is what creates suffering 23:56 Lessons learned from working with women in healing 26:03 The more you rush, the more you get stuckThank you for listening! Make sure to rate and subscribe so you get notified when a new episode goes live every week.
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Is anyone else just bored with the conversation around age?
Carla’s just turned 37 and in today’s episode, she’s explaining that growing old is not a bad thing, it’s actually a privilege!
Not everyone gets the chance to grow old, so we should cherish every year we get.
If you’ve ever felt stressed about getting older or wondered how to stay youthful in spirit, this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
00:51 – Life updates 08:00 – Growing hotter, wiser, older 10:25 – Family influence on ageing 16:11 – The pressure of fertility in your 30s 20:58 – Focusing on self-love and relaxation 22:24 – Taking care of yourself as you get older 23:40 – How death changes your view on ageing 27:27 – Examples of how people did things differently 29:46 – Where I’m at in my life at 37Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe for future episodes.
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Heartbreak is the WORST, but it’s a rite of passage that all of us will experience at some stage in our lives.
Although it’s easier said than done, Carla shares her advice on how to heal from heartbreak and move on.
So many of Carla’s current clients are experiencing heartbreak at the moment, but even if it’s been two years since you were last with your ex, this episode will offer you guidance for healing and moving forward.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 – Grief and dating stories
- 08:29 – Heartbreak is a rite of passage
- 10:01 – Acceptance that the relationship is over
- 11:44 – Gratitude for the relationship
- 12:36 – Letting go and moving on
- 14:42 – Unfollow your ex
- 18:51 – Self-care during heartbreak
- 20:23 – Grieve the relationship
- 24:42 – Reach out to friends, not your ex
- 28:06 – Stop the self-harm
- 32:04 – Sending love to anyone going through a breakup
Thank you so much for listening!
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