Today's episode is both deeply moving and powerfully inspiring. I’m joined by Jessica Ella, a trauma therapist whose personal story is one of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and profound healing.
Jessica opens up about surviving years of childhood sexual, physical, and psychological abuse. Experiences that no child should ever endure. She also shares the physical toll of living with Lyme disease. Despite the immense pain, Jessica’s journey is ultimately one of reclaiming her voice, her body, and her sense of self-worth.
In this conversation, Jessica takes us through the first steps of her healing, how she began to feel safe again, and what it means to build a life rooted in joy, freedom, and love. We explore the role of therapy, daily practices, and the unwavering hope that carried her through even the darkest times.
⚠️ Please note: This episode includes discussions of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.⚠️
Whether you’re navigating your own healing or supporting someone who is, this episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Jessica’s story reminds us that while pain may shape our past, it doesn’t have to define our future.
If you or someone you love is experiencing abuse here are some support links :
🇦🇺 Australia
🌍 International/Global
United Kingdom
Canada
New Zealand
Book in at Jessica's Online Trauma Clinic : HERE
⭐ ⭐ Download My Symptom Tracker and Mental Health Tracker Bundle (SAVE $$$) : HERE
or if you would like to download them individually you can access here : Symptom Tracker OR Mental Health Tracker ⭐ ⭐
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The Before You Bloom Podcast is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I would like to recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and culture and pay my respects to their elders past, present, and emerging, and any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people listening today.
Today's episode is both deeply moving and powerfully inspiring. I’m joined by Jessica Ella, a trauma therapist whose personal story is one of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and profound healing.
Jessica opens up about surviving years of childhood sexual, physical, and psychological abuse. Experiences that no child should ever endure. She also shares the physical toll of living with Lyme disease. Despite the immense pain, Jessica’s journey is ultimately one of reclaiming her voice, her body, and her sense of self-worth.
In this conversation, Jessica takes us through the first steps of her healing, how she began to feel safe again, and what it means to build a life rooted in joy, freedom, and love. We explore the role of therapy, daily practices, and the unwavering hope that carried her through even the darkest times.
⚠️ Please note: This episode includes discussions of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.⚠️
Whether you’re navigating your own healing or supporting someone who is, this episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Jessica’s story reminds us that while pain may shape our past, it doesn’t have to define our future.
If you or someone you love is experiencing abuse here are some support links :
🇦🇺 Australia
🌍 International/Global
United Kingdom
Canada
New Zealand
Book in at Jessica's Online Trauma Clinic : HERE
⭐ ⭐ Download My Symptom Tracker and Mental Health Tracker Bundle (SAVE $$$) : HERE
or if you would like to download them individually you can access here : Symptom Tracker OR Mental Health Tracker ⭐ ⭐
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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The Before You Bloom Podcast is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I would like to recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and culture and pay my respects to their elders past, present, and emerging, and any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people listening today.
Welcome back to Before You Bloom. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Chris, who lives with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a condition that disrupts how the brain sends and receives signals to the body. Often misunderstood and misdiagnosed, FND can impact every part of life, from physical movement to emotional wellbeing, yet it remains one of the least talked-about neurological conditions.
Chris bravely shares his story to shed light on what it’s really like to live with FND, the challenges, the misconceptions, and the small victories that come with navigating such a complex condition. We talk about the journey to diagnosis, the impact on identity and relationships, and the tools Chris uses to care for both his physical and mental health.
This conversation is an eye-opening reminder of the resilience it takes to live with an invisible illness and the importance of compassion, understanding, and advocacy.
Chris’s honesty and courage will leave you with a deeper awareness of FND and a greater appreciation for the power of sharing our stories!
⭐ ⭐ Download My Symptom Tracker and Mental Health Tracker Bundle (SAVE $$$) : HERE
or if you would like to download them individually you can access here : Symptom Tracker OR Mental Health Tracker ⭐ ⭐
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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The Before You Bloom Podcast is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I would like to recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and culture and pay my respects to their elders past, present, and emerging, and any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people listening today.
This week on Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the incredible Lael Stone, educator, speaker, parenting counsellor, co-founder of Woodline Primary School, and author of the beautiful new book Own Your Story.
Lael has spent over two decades guiding people through emotional healing, with a particular focus on the unconscious imprints we carry from childhood and how they shape our lives as adults. In this conversation, we explore what it really means to “own your story,” how childhood imprints influence our behaviours and beliefs, and the signs that you might be living in response to old patterns without even realising it.
Together, we dive into practical tools for beginning the process of rewriting those old stories, the importance of self-compassion and forgiveness in healing, and how to take gentle first steps when you feel overwhelmed by your emotional history. Lael’s wisdom is rooted in compassion, connection, and the reminder that it is never too late to create meaningful change.
You can connect with Lael and find her book Own Your Story HERE
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I’m joined by the incredible Juliet Oliver, a Kiwi engineer turned FemTech founder, who has transformed her battle with stage 4 endometriosis into a global mission to help others.
After 8 years of misdiagnoses and medical gaslighting, Juliet finally cracked her own “endo code,” finding ways to manage her symptoms and rebuild her life. Out of this journey, she created Endo45, a science-backed app that’s now empowering thousands of people with endometriosis to track their health, understand their bodies, and reclaim their power.
Juliet’s story is a powerful reminder that while endometriosis can feel consuming, it does not define us, and with the right support, healing, and self-trust is possible.
You can find Juliet and Endo45:
Instagram: @endo_45 and @endothriver
Youtube: @endo45app
Tiktok: @endo45app
Facebook: @endo45.health
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endo45
Direct download link: https://endo45.onelink.me/VoHK/cqbzilah
App website: https://www.endo45.co.nz/endoapp
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this episode of Before You Bloom, Hayley sits down with Danielle Donald, whose life changed in an instant after a devastating high speed car accident on March 27, 2018. Danielle and her one year old son were rushed to the Alfred Hospital, her son thankfully unharmed, but Danielle sustained a severe traumatic brain injury, including a left temporal haemorrhage and intraparenchymal haemorrhage.
She spent four months in a coma, endured post-traumatic amnesia, and faced a long road of recovery with permanent vision loss in her right eye. Despite these enormous challenges, Danielle has refused to let her injuries define her. From feeling invisible and misunderstood after her accident, to now chasing her dreams and competing in ICN bodybuilding competitions. Her journey is nothing short of inspiring.
Join us as Danielle opens up about waking from her coma, the reality of living with a traumatic brain injury, and how she’s turned unimaginable adversity into fuel for strength, resilience, and purpose.
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I’m joined by the inspiring Maiana, who opens up about her personal journey with body image and mental health. From navigating body dysmorphia and eating disorders as a teen to redefining what health and strength mean on her own terms, Maiana shares her candid experiences and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
We dive into how her relationship with her body has evolved, the pressures of working in an industry so focused on appearance, and what it really means to build self-confidence from the inside out. Maiana also shares openly about her experience with anxiety, including the tools and practices that help her manage it, from mindfulness and journaling to shifting her mindset.
Maiana offers practical strategies for creating a balanced, healthy lifestyle, embracing setbacks, and finding strength in vulnerability. If you’ve ever felt pressure to change your body, or struggled to silence your inner critic, this conversation will remind you that confidence and self-love are things you can cultivate over time.
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Erna Walraven, one of Australia’s first female zookeepers and the former Senior Curator at Taronga Zoo. Erna shares her trailblazing journey breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry, from facing sexism in the 1980s to leading the shift in zoos from entertainment to conservation.
We explore her memoir, "Hear Me Roar," her encounters with Sir David Attenborough, and the powerful lessons she has learned from animals about family, resilience, and humanity. Erna’s story is a fearless reminder of what it means to challenge the rules and carve your own path.
Erna’s story is one of resilience, feminism, and rewriting the rules. This conversation is equal parts eye-opening and inspiring, a reminder that the natural world holds lessons not just about animals, but about ourselves.
Read Hear Me Roar : HERE
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I’m joined by Jenny Valentish, Walkley Award-nominated journalist and author of the new book The Introvert’s Guide to Leaving the House. Jenny speaks the language of the overthinker, the aloof, and the awkward, drawing from her own journey as a self-described reformed sociophobe.
Once terrified to speak into a microphone, Jenny has since transformed her relationship with social anxiety, taking bold leaps like bodybuilding, boxing in front of a crowd, and delivering confident keynote speeches. In our conversation, she shares what social anxiety looked like for her, the small steps that led to big changes, and the science backed strategies that can help anyone navigate social situations with more ease.
We dive into everything from the “spotlight effect” and overthinking, to imposter syndrome, control, and neurodivergence. Jenny also highlights the unexpected superpowers of introversion that deserve to be celebrated.
Whether you’re someone who dreads small talk, avoids social events, or just wants to feel more confident in everyday interactions, this episode is full of compassion, and practical takeaways.
Read Jenny's book : HERE
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I sit down with Grace King to share her deeply personal journey with Stage 4 thoracic endometriosis, a rare and often misunderstood form of the condition that affects the lungs and diaphragm.
Grace takes us back to the very beginning, reflecting on when she first noticed symptoms, the long and frustrating road to diagnosis, and the challenges of getting doctors to take her pain seriously. She opens up about how thoracic endometriosis has impacted her physical health, mental well-being, and daily life, offering an honest insight into living with a chronic and unpredictable illness.
We dive into the complexity of endometriosis, dispelling common misconceptions and highlighting why awareness and advocacy are so important. Grace shares the treatments, surgeries, and pain management strategies that have helped her most, as well as the self-care practices that support her mental health on difficult days.
Whether you’re living with endometriosis, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to understand more about this condition, Grace’s story is one of resilience, education, and hope.
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I sit down with the incredible Steph Kelly to talk about her life after a traumatic car accident that changed everything. Steph lives with multiple chronic illnesses including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Intestinal Failure, and Gastroparesis, and shares with honesty and courage how these conditions have impacted every aspect of her life.
We talk about the moment her world changed, the aftermath of her accident, and how her digestive and nutritional struggles eventually led to needing TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition). Steph opens up about navigating grief, the loss of independence and career, and how she slowly found acceptance and self-trust in a body that no longer works the way it once did.
She also shares the joy and challenges of her recent trip to Europe, how she’s learned to embrace being on her own, and why her story is a powerful reminder that life doesn’t end with illness, it simply changes shape.
This episode is a testament to strength, self-discovery, and the importance of honouring your reality while still finding ways to move forward. If you’re living with chronic illness, disability, or a future that looks different than you expected, this one is for you.
Find Steph : Instagram
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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The Before You Bloom Podcast is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I would like to recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and culture and pay my respects to their elders past, present, and emerging, and any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people listening today.
I sit down with the incredible Steph Kelly to talk about her life after a traumatic car accident that changed everything. Steph lives with multiple chronic illnesses including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Intestinal Failure, and Gastroparesis, and shares with honesty and courage how these conditions have impacted every aspect of her life.
We talk about the moment her world changed, the aftermath of her accident, and how her digestive and nutritional struggles eventually led to needing TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition). Steph opens up about navigating grief, the loss of independence and career, and how she slowly found acceptance and self-trust in a body that no longer works the way it once did.
She also shares the joy and challenges of her recent trip to Europe, how she’s learned to embrace being on her own, and why her story is a powerful reminder that life doesn’t end with illness, it simply changes shape.
This episode is a testament to strength, self-discovery, and the importance of honouring your reality while still finding ways to move forward. If you’re living with chronic illness, disability, or a future that looks different than you expected, this one is for you.
Find Steph : Instagram
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this powerful episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the brilliant Jamila Rizvi, bestselling author, speaker, and fierce advocate for women’s health, leadership, and equity.
Jamila opens up about her experience being diagnosed with a rare brain tumour, and how that life-altering moment reshaped her identity, her priorities, and her understanding of what it means to live with both physical and emotional pain.
We also dive into her latest book, Broken Brains, co-written with close friend and writer Rosie Waterland. The book explores both women’s deeply personal experiences, Jamila’s with physical brain illness and Rosie’s with mental trauma, and the surprising ways their journeys mirrored each other. Broken Brains offers comfort, compassion, and a kind of unfiltered solidarity for anyone navigating sickness or supporting someone who is.
This episode is a reminder that even when life breaks us open, healing can still be possible!
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this powerful episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with the radiant Jessica Newman to talk about her journey with Alopecia, from the first signs of hair loss to building confidence, redefining beauty, and embracing bold self-expression.
Jessica opens up about how her diagnosis impacted her mental health and self-esteem, her experience navigating treatments, and the tools that have helped her feel empowered in her skin. We chat all things wigs, brows, fashion, and confidence. All with practical advice for anyone experiencing hair loss or just wanting to show up more fully as themselves.
Jessica also shares how to find your personal style on a budget, and her favourite self-care rituals for the hard days. Her story is raw, inspiring, and full of heart, a reminder that true confidence comes from within.
Whether you're navigating alopecia, struggling with self-image, or just in need of a confidence boost, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Find Jessica : Instagram
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I sit down with the lovely Heledd to explore her deeply personal journey with endometriosis from the very first signs to surgery, painful flare-ups, and the emotional toll that often goes unseen.
Heledd opens up about the realities of living with a chronic illness, sharing what’s helped her through the darkest moments and how she’s learned to support both her physical and emotional well-being. We talk about everything from self-advocacy in the medical system, post-op recovery tips, and food choices, to the power of self-love on hard days.
Whether you’re living with endometriosis, navigating a chronic illness, or supporting someone who is, this conversation is filled with compassion, practical wisdom, and hope. Heledd’s honesty and strength are a reminder that while the journey isn’t easy, you don’t have to walk it alone.
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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I’m joined by the incredible Sarah Davidson, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, podcast host, speaker, author, and mother, whose journey is a masterclass in embracing life’s unexpected twists with courage, humour, and heart.
Sarah began her career as a corporate lawyer, but a pivotal moment led her to walk away from the courtroom and into a completely new chapter, co-founding the global wellness brand Matcha Maiden. What followed was not only the creation of a thriving business but also a deeply personal transformation, including a health crash from adrenal fatigue that forced her to slow down, listen to her body, and re-evaluate what success really meant.
We also speak about her experiences living with severe anxiety, and how she’s learned to navigate it with tools that prioritise emotional and physical rest, without guilt. Sarah opens up about her powerful mindset shifts, from overcoming imposter syndrome to letting go of the pressure to always be productive, and instead embracing what she calls “seizing the yay”, the joyful moments, the playful rituals, and the small wins that make life feel meaningful.
Her reflections are honest, relatable, and full of permission to slow down, play more, and redefine what fulfilment looks like on your own terms.
🎧 Tune in now and start reconnecting with your version of "yay", no matter where you’re at on your journey.
Find Sarah : Instagram
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this raw and radiant conversation, Hayley is joined by bestselling author, speaker, and self-connection guide Hollie Azzopardi, as she opens up about the deeply personal journey behind her latest book. From navigating chronic illness and the exhaustion of people-pleasing, to healing childhood emotional wounds and finding her voice again after becoming a mother. Hollie speaks with heart, honesty, and hope.
We explore what it means to truly rediscover yourself after losing your sense of identity, and how nervous system regulation, ritual, boundaries, and embodiment can become lifelines in the healing process. Hollie shares what “identity resurrection” looked like for her, how she now defines success, and the power of being “too much” in a world that often asks women to shrink.
This episode is an empowering permission slip to come home to yourself, in all your fullness.
Find Hollie : Website
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this deeply insightful episode, I sit down with surgeon, author, and broadcaster Gabriel Weston, whose unconventional path from English literature to Surgery gives her a unique lens on the human body, illness, and healing.
Gabriel shares how studying the humanities before entering medicine shaped her connection to patients and her writing voice. Together, they explore the emotional complexity of being both doctor and patient, particularly when Gabriel faced a serious heart condition and later navigated her son's life-threatening illness. She reflects on compassion, burnout, and the shift that comes when you're no longer the one holding the scalpel.
Delving into her powerful book 'Alive: The Story of the Anatomical Body', Gabriel speaks candidly about reframing anatomy as something intimate and deeply human. She challenges outdated narratives about women's bodies, discusses what medical education is still missing, and reveals the body systems that fascinate her most.
This conversation will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and more connected to the miraculous complexity of your own body!
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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In this two part heartfelt episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Clarissa, fertility mentor, author, and mother of three, for an emotional and deeply inspiring conversation about navigating unimaginable loss, reclaiming her power, and transforming her pain into purpose.
Clarissa opens up about the years she spent battling fertility challenges, including the devastating loss of five babies and the trauma that left her anxious, isolated, and emotionally exhausted. Told she was “unlikely” to conceive again at nearly 40, Clarissa refused to accept defeat. Instead, she made over 40 holistic lifestyle changes, healing her body, mind, and spirit. Ultimately, giving birth to a daughter, her doctors said, would never be possible.
Now, Clarissa helps other women transform their own fertility stories, teaching them how to nourish their nervous systems, reconnect with their bodies, and restore hope. This episode is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we choose to rise.
If you or someone you love is navigating fertility, loss, or healing, this conversation is for you!
Connect with Clarissa : Instagram and Explore the Divine Mother Book & Course
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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The Before You Bloom Podcast is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I would like to recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and culture and pay my respects to their elders past, present, and emerging, and any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people listening today.
In this two part heartfelt episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Clarissa, fertility mentor, author, and mother of three, for an emotional and deeply inspiring conversation about navigating unimaginable loss, reclaiming her power, and transforming her pain into purpose.
Clarissa opens up about the years she spent battling fertility challenges, including the devastating loss of five babies and the trauma that left her anxious, isolated, and emotionally exhausted. Told she was “unlikely” to conceive again at nearly 40, Clarissa refused to accept defeat. Instead, she made over 40 holistic lifestyle changes, healing her body, mind, and spirit. Ultimately, giving birth to a daughter, her doctors said, would never be possible.
Now, Clarissa helps other women transform their own fertility stories, teaching them how to nourish their nervous systems, reconnect with their bodies, and restore hope. This episode is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we choose to rise.
If you or someone you love is navigating fertility, loss, or healing, this conversation is for you!
Connect with Clarissa : Instagram and Explore the Divine Mother Book & Course
💗 Thank you so much for being here on this adventure with me! 💗- Hayley xo
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