Midlife Illuminated Podcast

For the final episode of this season, I share an unforgettable experience with a remarkable 96-year-old who is a living testament to the power of the human spirit. Recently, I was privileged to walk […]

Did you know that simply chatting to a stranger improves our wellbeing (and the state of humanity)? In this life-affirming, re-released conversation, I chat with veteran journalist Joe Keohane, author of "The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World". At a time when we […]

What if volunteering not only helps others...but is also one of the kindest things you can do for yourself? In this episode, I chat through the powerful ways that volunteering lifts us up. I also share personal stories of how my own life has been transformed through giving my time to help others. […]

In this moving and inspiring episode, I chat to a wise, gentle mid-lifer called Karen Villet. Karen is a cancer survivor, mother and (since we recorded this conversation) now a functional medicine health coach. You'll hear about: The importance of releasing self-criticism to make space for […]

We're in the midst of exam season - and that can be a huge source of stress. So I thought I'd re-share my top tips on how you can help your kids to cope with exams. As a former managing director, I also give you an insight into what helps young people to thrive in the workplace - and it's […]

Do you love novels - but struggle to justify reading for pleasure? That used to be me too. But I've come to see how reading fiction is hugely beneficial for our wellbeing. In this episode, you'll learn how reading a novel can lower your stress levels, help your sleep...and even improve your […]

This is a soulful, thought-provoking conversation with Georgie Stewart, an award-winning illustrator artist who I had the privilege of coaching recently. Georgie went from being totally overwhelmed by work (and a sugar addiction) to feeling radiant, joyful and fulfilled. We explore: How it feels […]

In this episode, I’m sharing something profoundly life-changing. It's the simple daily practice that helps me build my resilience, boost my mood and shift into a mindset of abundance — even in life’s hardest moments. Yes, we’re talking about gratitude. Tune in to hear me share: Why a […]

As we launch into spring, it felt the perfect time to re-share an uplifting conversation about the role of nature's cycles in our life. You'll love listening to the wisdom of Sadie Pickering - a woman who is truly in harmony with nature and someone who is a personal inspiration to me. Sadie is […]

Wouldn't it be great to have a simple, effective way to sort your head out quickly whenever you're stuck in emotional turmoil? That's exactly what journalling can give you. And it's not only proven to be powerfully effective - it's also free! In this episode, I share how I use daily journalling […]

On the 5th anniversary of this podcast, I'm revisiting my eye-opening conversation with functional medicine expert, Dr Sarah Davies.You'll hear me share what my younger son suffered as a little boy. Year after year, he was put on increasing amounts of medication that didn't cure him. That's because […]