Today we’re flipping affirmations on their head - and getting real about the ones that don’t make it to your Instagram feed. You’ve heard the usual: “You’re good enough”, “You’ve got this” - but what happens when that positivity feels more like pressure than power? What if you don’t believe any of it? In this episode, we talk honestly (and with a lot of laughs) about the power of “disappointing affirmations” and the brutally honest truths that sometimes hit harder than the sweet stuff....

In this episode, we’re diving deep into a topic we don’t talk about enough: OCD. Not just the tidy house, lined-up labels kind of OCD, but the relentless rituals, the intrusive thoughts, and the anxiety loops that can steal your joy, your presence, and your peace. We unpack how obsessive-compulsive disorder shows up in real life (not just the clinical definition), what therapy actually helps, and the surprising power of hypnotherapy. We share stories from real clients, including one man whose...

Ever wondered how a tiny, seemingly insignificant decision can completely reroute your life? In this episode we dive into the ripple effects of everyday choices through the lens of the Butterfly Effect. From missed buses to resigned jobs, £5 orange juices to awkward slips on gravel, we break down how life’s biggest shifts often start with the smallest moves. This isn’t just feel-good fluff - we’re talking real-world chaos theory, with real stories: How a resignation led to loveHow...

In this episode, we're diving deep into one of Amy's all-time favorite topics: attachment styles. If you've ever wondered why you react the way you do in relationships—or why certain patterns keep repeating - this is the conversation that could shift EVERYTHING. We break down the four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant/dismissive, and fearful/avoidant. We talk about how these styles develop in childhood, how they show up in adult relationships, and why understanding the...

Ever feel like there’s never enough time, yet somehow you’re always giving it away? In this episode, we get real about how we treat time like it’s unlimited - until it’s not! We’re diving into what it actually costs when you say yes to the wrong things, how boundaries play a massive role in time management (even when they’re hard to hold), and why the “myth of later” is keeping you stuck. We're sharing personal stories from clients, motherhood, and the messy middle of trying to do...

Bullying isn’t just a school playground problem - it follows people into adulthood, workplaces, relationships, and even our own inner dialogue. In this raw episode of Power Within, we open up about our own experiences of being bullied, reflecting on how it shaped us, toughened us, and still impacts how we move through the world today. We also explore a powerful twist most parents overlook: What if your child is the one doing the bullying? From playground punch-ups to verbal attacks in the wor...

Ever wonder why you feel low even when life should feel fine? In this episode of Power Within, we’re unpacking the science and soul behind what really makes us feel good - your happy hormones. We break down the “dream team” of mood and motivation: oxytocin, dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins. These little chemicals are responsible for how connected, motivated, and balanced you feel - and when they’re off? So is everything else. From comfort eating to chasing a version of your younger self in...

Ever feel like you’re stuck in your own way? This episode of Power Within dives deep into the real talk around self-sabotage - what it looks like, where it hides in your everyday choices, and why it’s often rooted in fear, self-worth, and old stories. We open up about how self-sabotage has shown up for us, our clients, and people we love - from procrastinating on dreams to chasing validation, overloading invisible to-do lists, and shrinking ourselves in the name of staying safe. Whethe...

Anxiety doesn’t always look like panic attacks. Sometimes it’s breathlessness before a work meeting. Or gripping the steering wheel too tightly on the motorway. Or feeling sick before school - even if you’re not really ill. In this episode of Power Within, we get real about what anxiety feels like, why it spirals, and how you can actually interrupt the cycle - even if therapy or hypnotherapy aren’t an option yet. Inside, we talk about: What anxiety is really trying to doGrounding techniques y...

This week on Power Within, we dive deep into the real differences between hypnotherapy and talking therapy - not to pit them against each other, but to show you how they can work together to create real change. As both therapists and hypnotherapists, qw share what actually happens in a hypnotherapy session, and why some clients experience breakthroughs in just two sessions - even when therapy alone wasn’t moving the needle. We dive into: When talking therapy works best — and when hypno...

Grief isn’t one-size-fits-all. In this raw and vulnerable episode, we open up about the complex, messy reality of loss — not just death, but the grief of relationships, routines, jobs, and even parts of ourselves we didn’t realise we were mourning. From personal stories to therapeutic insights, we explore the grief cycle (yes, there’s more than one!), the unexpected ways it shows up, and why it's okay if your grief doesn’t look like anyone else’s. Whether you've experienced loss...

In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about red flags - not the fluffy social media kind, but the real ones that mess with your self-worth, isolate you from your people, and keep you stuck in relationships you know deep down aren’t good for you. We talk about why so many of us keep choosing red flags over real love, even when we say we want different. We also share stories from our therapy work (with full permission), including what it looks like when someone’s self-estee...

This week, we’re getting real about something that affects so many women but STILL doesn’t get talked about enough: the menopause. In this episode, we sit down with Debbie (yes, our debbie, one of the family) as she shares her honest and emotional journey through perimenopause, menopause, and everything in between. We cover: 🌀 The moment she snapped at her daughter and realised something wasn’t right 🌀 The experience of being put on antidepressants instead of HRT 🌀 How things snowball...

This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most infuriating chapters of our lives - and the UK system that lets it happen. Amy shares the devastating reality of having her identity stolen by someone she once trusted - bank accounts, credit cards, catalog debt, mobile phones... even car insurance. And despite the damage to her credit, finances, and future? The police called it a domestic and walked away. We’re breaking down: The terrifying loopholes that let someone legally ...

Setting boundaries sounds simple on paper... but when you’re actually face-to-face with people pushing them? Whole different story. And here's the kicker: even when you hold the line, it can feel awful. Cue the guilt, the second-guessing, and the little voice wondering... Was I too harsh? Am I being selfish? Should I have just said yes?In today’s episode, we’re diving into the real work of boundaries: not just setting them, but holding them, even when it’s uncomfortable, even...

Ever found yourself nagging your partner like they're your child? Or maybe you’ve been on the receiving end - feeling like a teenager being told off? In this episode of The Power Within Podcast, we’re diving into Transactional Analysis and how the three ego states, Parent, Adult, and Child, show up in our relationships (yes, even in the healthy ones). We chat about: 🔹 How easy it is to slip into “parenting” mode without realising 🔹 When a tone of voice can trigger a child-like r...

In this episode of The Power Within Podcast, we’re talking about gratitude - but not just in the fluffy, “write three things down every morning” kind of way! We’re diving into how gratitude shows up in your friendships, your time, and your energy… and why it might be time to reassess who’s getting the best of you. Today, we're chatting about: Why your friendship circle gets smaller as you get wiser Seeing through the BS and asking yourself, “Would this person really pick me up if I...

When people hear “hypnotherapy,” they either picture a swinging pocket watch or worry they’ll lose control of their mind. But here’s the truth... Hypnotherapy isn’t mind control, and you’re always in charge! For many, it’s a powerful alternative to medication, helping with fears, phobias, trauma, and even addiction. But not enough people take it seriously - including the NHS. In this episode, we’re diving into: 🌀 How hypnotherapy actually works (spoiler: you won’t wake up clucking like ...

Addiction’s never just about the substance - it runs deeper. For Ian, it started long before the drugs, and lead to two years spent in prison. But now, he's been in recovery for 25 years, actively working to tackle his addiciton - and it's not been without its bumps in the road. And he's here to share his story and journey with the world, even if it helps just one person. In this episode, we discuss with Ian: 🔹 How childhood trauma can lead to addiction 🔹 Why quitting isn’t just a flick of a...

In this episode, we’re getting real and diving into the emotional side of manifestation - the highs, the lows, and why the chase for that next big milestone doesn’t always look like we expect it to. We share some of our personal experiences, especially when it comes to climbing that metaphorical mountain, and why the journey sometimes doesn’t quite match the picture we had in our heads. But here’s the key - when you get super clear about what you want, that’s when the magic happens. (And, tru...