In this fascinating conversation, I’m joined by Laura Murphy, an Occupational Therapist and founder of The Sleep Shift, to explore something we all do — but rarely understand: sleep.
Laura shares how her journey from psychology to occupational therapy led her to specialise in sleep, and why it’s so much more than “just rest.” We talk about the different stages of sleep, how each one affects our body and mind, and why good quality sleep underpins everything, from your mood and focus to your health and performance.
We also dive into the deep stuff: how connection and creativity light Laura up, the importance of meaningful relationships (both personally and professionally), and how sleep changes through life, particularly in midlife and menopause.
Whether you’re someone who struggles to sleep, wakes up at 3am every night, or just wants to feel more rested and resilient, this episode will leave you understanding why small shifts in your sleep can create big changes in your life.
Find Laura:
Laura Murphy, Occupational Therapist & Founder of The Sleep Shift
Follow Laura on Instagram: @the_sleep_shift
or contact with her on LinkedIn
Connect:
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Why do we feel guilty when we finally start doing things for ourselves?
This episode dives into the conditioning, beliefs, and quiet expectations that keep women stuck in guilt.
You’ll learn how to spot when guilt is guiding your choices, and some simple, quick ways you can begin to break the cycle.
Grab a ticket for Secret Society of Women Who Say No - https://quietthehive.com/product/the-secret-society/
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In this joyful and thought-provoking episode of From Inside the Hive, I speak to Penny Tassell — a self-confessed people-person, operations manager in the world of wealth management, and all-round ray of sunshine.
Together, we explore the power of real conversation (no screens, no filters), why understanding your finances is for everyone, and how life’s curveballs can sometimes guide us back to where we truly belong.
From laughter about Penny’s potential burlesque alter ego (yes, really!) to practical discussions on financial confidence, this episode is a warm and honest reminder that it’s never too late to learn, pivot, or take control of your money and your life.
Whether you’ve been avoiding your bank statements or already have a spreadsheet for everything, this episode is your invitation to look at your finances with curiosity, not fear. Knowledge is power — and as Penny reminds us, the first step is simply starting the conversation.
Follow Penny on Instagram: @3.steps.ahead or LinkedIn to find out more about her work.
For more on National Will Month - https://freewillsmonth.org.uk
To check your State Pension Forecast - https://www.gov.uk/check-state-pension
Loved this episode? Share your reflections over on Instagram @Quiet_the_Hive or drop Jane a message.
And if you want to start saying yes to yourself (and no to guilt), subscribe to From Inside the Hive wherever you listen to podcasts.
PS - There is a tiny f-bomb in the middle (my fault!) so you might want headphones if you're listening to this near Littles or in the office!
Saying no can feel rude, even selfish, but what if it’s actually one of the best things you can do for yourself and others?
In this episode, I'm exploring how to move from guilt to grounded confidence when it comes to setting boundaries, and why every “no” you say creates space for a more meaningful “yes.”
Perfect timing as we get ready for The Secret Society of Women Who Say No on 22nd October — your chance to practice this in real time.
🙌 Book Your Place on The Secret Society of Women Who Say No
🎧 Listen to Finding Calm Advice From Friends (the one with Gareth Dauncey)
💎 See the (rude word!) necklace
👉 To find out more about Awaken Your Life, head to quietthehive.com/courses/awl
✨ Connect with me on Instagram @quiet_the_hive
What if joy wasn’t something you had to earn or delay until the next holiday? This episode is all about building a life that includes you — your joy, your peace, your needs — every day. Not just on weekends. Not just when everyone else is sorted. Starting now.
Perfect for women ready to stop waiting and start creating a life they love.
This is exactly what we do in Awakening Women’s Lives. Find out more here:
https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl
Want to say hi? I’m always up for a natter over on Instagram:
@quiet_the_hive
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I'd love to hear about your experience of listening to this Awaken Your Life Mini Series - do get in touch and let me know what shifted for you. Hello@quietthehive.com
Kat Nicholls is the Brand and Integrity Manager at Happiful, podcast host and a Beat Eating Disorders volunteer.
Following on from her own mental health difficulties, Kat has dedicated her career to helping people find the support they need to feel more content.
I was thrilled to sit down with Kat and chat through all things Job Joy, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Confidence.
Books we mention:
Green Rising by Lauren James
Quiet by Susan Cain
Find Kat at:
Sign up for Awakening Women's Lives at https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl/
Trigger Warning: The conversation mentions eating disorders at several points. Find support at https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Procrastination, perfectionism, self-doubt — these aren’t signs of weakness, they’re signs of protection. In this episode, we explore what might really be behind the things holding you back, and how to start shifting them with self-compassion (not self-criticism).
Vital listening if you’re tired of being hard on yourself for not “doing the thing”.
Ready to explore what’s really possible for you? Discover Awakening Women’s Lives here:
https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl
Find me and join the conversation on Instagram:
@quiet_the_hive
Want more on Beating Procrastination? You might like this download - Beating Procrastination Worksheet
Ruth Dietrich knows how to get organised and she's keen you learn too! Ruth believes that by finding systems to get things done, you create time to focus on what really matters.
As an online business manager, Ruth has all sorts of tips and tools at her fingertips. She's even created a free tool to help you get started.
Here we talk the power of organisation, why (shhhh) Alexa can be a godsend, and how harnessing processes can be good for your business AND your life.
Get the free Ultimate Tool to creating headspace: https://pages.ruthdietrich.co.uk/ultimate-tool-to-be-ceo
Find Ruth at:
Her website: www.ruthdietrich.co.uk
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-dietrich/
I asked Julia Roberts* what she would say to you if you think it’s too late to change, start again, or finally do the thing you’ve been dreaming about?
She told me to tell you "Big mistake. HUGE."
(and if you get that reference, then you're my kind of (pretty) woman!)
If you think it's too late for you, it's time to think again!
In this kick-ass episode of From Inside the Hive, I am banning the phrase “too late”, and talking about why midlife is the perfect time to begin again, on your own terms.
Don’t miss this one if you’ve been waiting for permission to start.
*I didn't really. But I'd put money on her approving!
To find out more about Awakening Women’s Lives, head to:
https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl
I’d love to hear from you — come and find me at:
@quiet_the_hive
Why not share your 'not too late' moments with me? Get in touch at hello@quietthehive.com - I'd love to hear them
Emma Simpson is an author, cold water swimmer and tea drinker.
Her first book, Breaking Waves, is an exploration into the primal powers of femininity and water. It includes stories gathered from around the world that demonstrate the power of connection and humanity.
I devoured this brilliant book with it's deeply human connection with water, other people and ones self.
Here, Emma and I talk about the power of connection, the need to write and the way a naked swim just feels that much better!
Find Emma at:
Substack - for her writings - https://emmasimpsonauthor.substack.com/
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmasimpsonauthor/
Buy the book (please do!):
https://www.iconbooks.com/ib-title/breaking-waves/
Emma is on tour in 2025 - catch her here:
There might be the odd swear word in this one, so you might like to use headphones if there are littles about or you're the office!
Feeling a bit like you want your cake, and you want to eat it too? What if wanting more didn’t make you ungrateful, just human?
In this episode, we explore that damn guilt that kicks us in the butt when we allow ourselves to think about what we want, and how to move your mind from “Who am I to want this?” to “Why not me?”.
It’s time to honour what you want, unapologetically.
This is for you if you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting more out of life.
Because not only should you have the metaphorical cake, you deserve the cherry too!
Curious about going deeper? Take a look at the Awakening Women’s Lives Programme:
https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl
Let’s connect on Instagram:
@quiet_the_hive
Read The Summer Day by Mary Oliver
Why not share some of the things that feature on your list of things you want more of. I'd love to hear them.
Eva Lydon is the creator of Great Little Things - a fantastic roundup newsletter that shares all of the great, little things that have piqued her interest.
It's this generous offering to her audience that tells you a little about Eva. A writer, proofreader, designer, mother of two and avid people watcher, Eva is passionate about healthy parenting, healing and nurturing, using her own experiences from her childhood, her diagnosis of cancer and divorce as a way to appreciate the world and do things a little differently.
You can find Eva at greatlittlethings.substack.com
Eva mentions:
Goodbye year, Hello year - Selina Barker
Write Mentor - https://write-mentor.com
And if you're interested in reading my work, you can find that at https://smallliberations.substack.com
Find Eva at https://greatlittleinsights.substack.com/
There are a few expletives in this conversation, so you might want to listen with earphones or away from the Littles/ Office!
Does the phrase, "Oh, could you just....", strike horror into your heart?
You’re already doing everything — and yet it still feels like it’s not enough.
In this weeks episode of From Inside the Hive, we're going to shine that Abba Super Trouper sized light on the invisible emotional and mental labour midlife women carry, often without even noticing.
What's in here might just leave you with a shiny bit of clarity, self-compassion, and one simple tool to start lightening the load.
A must-listen if your to-do list is freakin' massive, and keeps growing...
Find the 'Wife' Haiku from my collection The Women here
To find out more about the Awakening Women’s Lives Programme, head to:
https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl
Come and say hello on Instagram:
@quiet_the_hive
Why not let me know what you're stopping doing after listening to this episode?
Laura Howe is your favourite international jet-setting divorcée!
Originally from the US, Laura moved to Lausanne, Switzerland, as soon as the ink on her dissolution of marriage decree was finalized. From there, she spent the next few years moving around the world–from Switzerland to Tokyo, Japan, and back to Switzerland, all with her cat, Minnie.
As the pandemic hit, Laura quit her high-powered job to finally address “what happened” during her marriage and how to build the life she always wanted.
Laura is the founder of Dispatched Divorcée, a global community to help women build, define, and thrive in their lives after divorce by providing the resources she wished she had when she went through it. She is fiercely motivated to make sure that no woman feels as lonely and lost as she did.
Here we talk all about divorce, advice if you're thinking of leaving a relationship, cocktails and embracing the Hot Mess phase!
In this conversation, Laura mentions the following books:
Anatomy of Love - Helen Fisher
If you want to see THE passport photo, read the post about Laura's divorce anniversary: The Day I Got Divorced
Hang out with Laura:
You can subscribe The Diary of a Dispatched Divorcée, a newsletter about the people you meet while experiencing the world and building a business outside the US.
Find Laura on Instagram at @cheekylamiki.
There might be the odd swear word in this one, so listen with headphones if there are littles around or you're in the office!
If you’re feeling stuck but can’t put your finger on why, this episode is for you. We explore what might really be going on when you feel lost, flat, or unsure — and how reconnecting with yourself might just be the key to moving forward. You’re not broken, and you’re definitely not behind.
Essential listening for women craving clarity and direction.
To find out more about the Awakening Women’s Lives Programme, head to:
https://quietthehive.com/courses/awl
Connect with me on Instagram:
@quiet_the_hive
Let me know what came up for you during this episode.
Kirsty Sinclair was a teacher before she experienced burnout. She decided to set up her own business, but found that the traditional way of approaching the hustle wasn't for her.
Kirsty is now the force behind Sky Insider, working with female business owners to harness astrology to ensure optimum business timing and planning.
We talk about astrology and its role, why people might be skeptical and the surprising thing about Karl Jung that you never knew!
Find Kirsty at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sky_insider/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstyannasinclair/
Substack: https://kirstyannasinclair.substack.com/
Kirsty has kindly shared a link where you can get 20% off your first month as a Sky Insider and get those daily updates we discussed: https://www.patreon.com/Sky_Insider/redeem/BBC52
The book Kirsty mentions is:
Parkers' Astrology (Julia and Derek Parker) https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/parkers-astrology-the-definitive-guide-to-using-astrology-in-every-aspect-of-your-life-julia-parker/2029303?ean=9780241431825
How many times have we said "I'll just do this first, and then I'll be ready..."?
I'll just get the qualification, and then...
I'll just get the logo right and then...
I'll just lose 6lbs and then...
I'm here to tell you to stop! If you wait til you feel ready, you'll just never do the thing!
For our last episode of the series, I'm setting you a challenge... are you ready to take it?!
We are caught in a spiral of second guessing, of overthinking, of not making the damn decision!
In this episode I'm sharing why making decisions as female founders can feel so bloomin' tricky.
Even if you're not a female founder, there are some nuggets in here that can help you finally make a decision.
Stay til the end. There's a key commitment that might make all the difference to the decision you're stuck on right now.
Find out more about Uplifted - www.quietthehive.com/courses/uplifted
Kate Scholefield is no ordinary business coach, fascinated by the person behind the business, she set up Blindspot for Business after taking a break from starting, growing and selling a 6-figure florist business.
Today we talk good coffee, the difference between the ways in which men and women approach development and why switching off isn't going to kill your business.
Find out more about Kate here:
Website: www.blindspotforbusiness.co.uk
Join the Book Club: www.blindspotforbusiness.co.uk/book-club
Instagram: @blindspotforbusiness
The books we mention:
Stolen Focus: Why you can't pay attention - Johann Hari
4000 Weeks: Time management for mortals - Oliver Burkeman
Meditations for Mortals: Four weeks to embrace your limitations and make time for what counts - Oliver Burkeman
Die with Zero: Getting all you can from your money and your life - Bill Perkins
I loved seeing the buzz around International Women's Day. The way we cheerlead each other and life each other up is heartwarming. I'm left wondering if you celebrate yourself in the same way...
In this short episode, I'm sharing thank yous and inviting you to expand your reach for International Women's Day...
