The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast

Reconnect with your natural intuitive abilities

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Kate Saint Clair - human intuition expert, psychic medium, and intuitive advocate devoted to helping people remember and trust the wisdom already living within them. Born highly intuitive, Kate found strength through her challenging childhood with her connection to the Spiritual world. She has been guiding individuals since 2007 to reconnect with their natural abilities, not as something mystical or exclusive, but as a practical embodied skill meant to support every day life. Through her book Be Guided and Be Great, live programs and ongoing communities, Kate creates grounded, validating spaces where intuition can be explored safely and confidently. Her approach blends spiritual depth with real-world integration, helping people recognise how intuition shows up through the Clairs - clear knowing, feeling, seeing, hearing and sensing. Connect with Kate : https://katesaintclair.com https://www.instagram.com/katesaintclair/https://www.facebook.com/KateSaintClair https://www.tiktok/katesaintclair

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Attention is Love in Action

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Special Episode✨This week’s podcast episode is a truly heartfelt one, as I’m joined by my dear friend, Camino walking companion, and all-round incredible human being, Joanne Williams.Joanne was part of a beautiful group of 22 souls who walked the Camino with me last week. In this conversation, we reflect on what that journey meant to us - not just the physical path, but the deeper inner journey it invited within each of us. The Camino has a way of holding a mirror up to life itself… and this episode gently explores that.Joanne lives with ongoing health challenges, and her experience on the Camino became a powerful journey of acceptance - learning to move at her own pace, to honour her body, and to trust herself every step of the way. Along the path, she shares how connection, laughter, and meaningful conversations can carry us through the tougher moments - both on the Camino and in everyday life.We also explore how her studies in Clinical Hypnotherapy and Rebirthing Breathwork support her in managing anxiety and pain, while deepening her ability to stay present, listen inwardly, and respond to what she truly needs.I feel so grateful to have shared this journey with Joanne, and for all the beautiful connections that continue to weave our paths together.If you’ve ever walked the Camino, are curious about it, or simply feel called to reflect on your own life journey, this conversation will speak to your heart 💛🎧 Listen now and join us on this soulful walk of life.So grateful to https://intothewestadventures.com/ for guiding me and my groups on another wonderful journey.

About your host: Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Reiki Master Teacher, Clinical Hypnotherapist, author, and podcast host dedicated to supporting others on their journey of healing and self-discovery. Through her work, she empowers people to reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and awaken a deeper sense of wellbeing.

As the host of The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast, she shares inspiring stories that celebrate the strength of the human spirit. Sharon is also the author of Someone Please Help Me, So I Did and Awaken Your Wellbeing, where she openly shares her own journey to inspire hope and transformation in others.

A passionate speaker and advocate for mental health awareness and survivors of childhood abuse, Sharon brings compassion, authenticity, and a holistic approach to everything she does. She is also the founder of the Soulful Journeys Online Community, creating spaces for connection, growth, and healing.

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Finding the Beauty through the Pain

Sharon Fitzmaurice and LIVAWAKE💗 — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Julie Wright Halbert is a death doula, end-of-life educator and leading national voice for grief literacy. Her work is grounded in decades of public service and shaped by the sudden loss of her husband Jim. After his death, her work shifted from institutional advocacy to accompanying individuals and families through end-of-life transitions and early grief. She speaks and writes on death literacy, ethical presence, identity after loss, and what it means to live and die awake., consciously choosing intention and meaning in each moment. Julie is also the founder of Rising Phoenix LIFE and author of her forthcoming book Divine Ashes Ascending - The Journey of Dying and Living with Grace. Connect to Julie:https://risingphoenix.life/

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Unlock the Wisdom of Your Dreams

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I speak with Bonnie Buckner, PhD, dream expert, founder of the International Institute of Dreaming and Imagery, and author of The Secret Mind. Bonnie works with individuals, leads workshops, and coaches company executives and teams on how to use dreams as powerful tools for insight, creativity, and problem-solving in both life and work.Bonnie shares remarkable stories of how dreams have transformed lives—including her own—and explains how our dreams can offer valuable guidance when we learn how to listen to them.In our conversation, we explore how dreams often reflect aspects of ourselves, acting as a mirror that can reveal hidden emotions, insights, and possibilities. Bonnie also explains how dreams can show us where we may feel blocked and how they can help guide us toward growth, healing, and a deeper sense of purpose.In this episode, we discuss:✨ The different types of dreams we experience✨ How to understand what is happening while we are dreaming✨ Ways to interact with and learn from your dreams✨ How dreams can support personal and professional development✨ The healing power of dreams and the wisdom they holdBonnie also shares simple ways to start building a relationship with your dreams, so you can begin to access their guidance and unlock your fullest potential.Our dreams can be a lens of possibility, offering insights that help us better understand ourselves and navigate life with greater awareness.If you have ever wondered what your dreams might be trying to tell you, this conversation will open a new way of looking at the powerful messages that emerge while we sleep. You can find out more about Bonnie's work and book through: https://www.the-secret-mind.com https://www.instagram.com/bonniebucknerdotcom/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonniebuckner/https://www.facebook.com/institutefordreamingandimageryTo connect with your host Sharon - https://www.linktr.ee/SharonFitzmaurice

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The Gift of Organ Donation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode of The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast, I sit down with Patrick Dempsey, a truly inspiring soul whose life journey is a testament to resilience, gratitude, and the power of the human spirit.Born with cystic fibrosis, Patrick faced life-threatening challenges from an early age. At just 10 years old he experienced the heart-breaking loss of his brother to the same illness. Years later, Patrick himself spent four long years waiting for a life-saving double lung transplant.In 2012, that miracle arrived — a precious gift of life made possible through organ donation.Patrick shares openly about what it means to receive a second chance at life and the many challenges that still followed, including the breakdown of his marriage, a battle with skin cancer, and the decision to walk away from corporate life to explore a deeper path of healing and spiritual awakening.Known on social media as The Peaceful Spiritual Warrior, Patrick now walks a path of service and transformation as a spiritual alchemist, shamanic practitioner, intuitive medium, and Rahanni Celestial Healing teacher.In this heartfelt conversation we explore:• Living with cystic fibrosis• The emotional journey of grief• The incredible gift of organ donation• Turning pain into purpose• Spiritual awakening and healing• Gratitude, resilience and hopePatrick also shares his inspiring goal to rebuild his strength and compete in the Transplant Games — a beautiful celebration of life after transplantation.This episode is a powerful reminder that even in life’s most difficult moments, the human spirit has an incredible capacity to heal, transform, and rise.If Patrick’s story touches your heart, please consider learning more about organ donation and carrying a donor card. One simple decision can offer someone the gift of life.Thank you for listening and for being part of a community that celebrates courage, compassion, and the resilience of the human spirit.Connect with Patrick https://www.instagram.com/thepeacefulspiritualwarrior/https://www.facebook.com/the.peaceful.spiritual.warrior https://www.tiktok.com/the.peaceful.spiritual.warrior

The Peaceful Spiritual Warrior - YouTubeSharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach based in the West of Ireland, dedicated to empowering clients worldwide to reconnect with their own inner strength and resilience. Since 2008, she has guided individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery, drawing on her personal experiences and deep understanding of emotional and mental well-being. Through her books, podcast, and coaching, Sharon continues to inspire others to embrace healing and self-compassion. Her mission is to offer a compassionate space where clients feel supported and empowered on their journey to well-being. https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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The Well-being Advantage

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Janine van Someren — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Janine Van Someren, wellbeing coach, speaker and author of The Well-being Advantage. Janine helps busy professionals rebuild energy and resilience through small, sustainable habits that fit into real life.Janine’s work is grounded in 25 years of experience across high-performance sport, academia and corporate consulting, and is deeply shaped by her own lived experience of mental health challenges and recovery. The result is a compassionate, practical approach that focuses on what genuinely helps when life feels pressured, heavy or out of sync.During our conversation, Janine shares how her experience with panic attacks became a turning point that led her to seek support and rethink her relationship with wellbeing. She speaks about the importance of becoming your own best friend, and how wellbeing isn’t about adding more to an already full to-do list. Instead, it begins with pausing, noticing where stress shows up in your life, and taking small supportive actions that create meaningful change over time.We explore how to:✨ Recognise stress and energy drains in your daily life✨ Build small habits that support resilience and wellbeing✨ Improve work-life balance, sleep, and connection✨ Turn research into practical steps you can actually stick withJanine shares simple ways to build wellbeing into your day so that it supports you rather than overwhelms you.Her new book, The Well-being Advantage: 7 Transformative Habits to Thrive in Work and Life, launches on 6 April. It is a practical guide for busy professionals who appear to be doing everything right on paper but still feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or close to running on empty.The book introduces seven simple, science-backed habits designed to help you feel more energised, focused and in control—without overhauling your life.Inside the book, you will learn how to:• Identify stress triggers and energy drains through guided reflection• Choose the habit that will make the biggest difference for you• Maximise rest and recovery to protect your capacity and reduce burnout• Manage pressure with practical strategies that fit real life• Build energy and resilience through small changes that create lasting results• Understand wearable data about stress and recovery without feeling judgedAs Janine explains, small habits repeated often can change our health and wellbeing—and the Well-being Advantage shows you how.Special e-book offer for for 24 hours on the 6th April at 10am through amazon -you can read instantly on the free kindle app on iphone android, iPad, laptop or in a web browser - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wellbeing-Advantage-transformative-habits-thrive/dp/1788608844Connect with Janine through:

https://thewellbeingadvantage.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/janine-van-someren/https://www.facebook.com/thewellbeingadvantageTo connect with your host Sharon - https://www.linktr.ee/SharonFitzmaurice

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Inside Job

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Tim Sharp, a global corporate veteran turned courageous truth-teller.After nearly 30 years in high-pressure leadership roles across industries, including tech, tobacco, pharma, and global sports, Tim has stepped forward with a message he believes the world urgently needs to hear.In his debut book, Tim chooses not to market under his own name—not out of fear, but because he wants the message to take centre stage. For him, this isn’t about building a personal brand; it’s about starting a global conversation about what’s broken in corporate culture and what’s possible when we confront the truth.Tim exposes the hidden mental health costs of modern corporate life and the cracks in workplace culture that quietly erode purpose, well-being, and integrity. He isn’t building a brand; he’s sparking a movement.The Hidden Mental Health Cost of Modern Corporate LifeWhy he Chose to Publish a Book Without Branding MyselfHow Corporations Are Failing Their People—and How We Can Fix ItAddiction, Ambition & Awakening: A Corporate Story from the InsideTruth-Telling as a Tool for Change in BusinessFind out more about Tim's book: https://bustingbusinessbullshit.com/Your host Sharon Fitzmaurice https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Veteran’s PTSD Recovery

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I’m joined by Andy Steele, whose life journey is a profound testament to resilience, self-healing, and transformation.Andy’s career began in the late 1980s with the British Parachute Regiment, where he developed discipline, strength, and leadership while serving during the conflict in Northern Ireland. After leaving the military, he went on to serve his community for 16 years with Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service. Throughout both careers, Andy was repeatedly exposed to traumatic incidents that ultimately led to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).Behind the uniform, however, was a much earlier story of trauma. Andy shares, with courage and honesty, his first childhood memory of being beaten by his father — a moment that marked the beginning of years of physical, emotional, and psychological abuse. At just 14 years of age, Andy ran away from home and later joined the paratroopers, driven by a deep need to prove his worth and finally gain his father’s approval — recognition that never came.For much of his life, Andy was focused on rescuing others. It wasn’t until PTSD brought him to a breaking point that he realised he needed to rescue himself.His healing journey introduced him to Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Hypnotherapy, and the Kinetic Shift Technique — modalities that helped him rebuild his sense of safety, self-worth, and inner peace. Inspired by his own recovery, Andy retrained as a qualified practitioner and went on to run a successful full-time practice, supporting others through anxiety, stress, and trauma.Today, Andy delivers talks and workshops rooted in compassion, empowerment, and hope — helping other people evolve. He speaks openly about what it means to feel safe within yourself, to show up fully in your own life, and to break generational cycles of trauma — not only for yourself, but for your children.This conversation offers insight, hope, and reassurance to veterans, first responders, trauma survivors, and anyone walking their own healing path.💛 If this episode resonates, please like, subscribe, and share — you never know who might need to hear this story.Connect with Andy on:https://www.instagram.com/steele_andy_/https://www.facebook.com/Andy.Steele.phoenix https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-steele-5412a718a/To connect to your host Sharon please go to: https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Worm Moon Guided Meditation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:08:50 GMT

Welcome to this Worm Moon Meditation with Reiki Healing, a gentle journey designed to support deep relaxation, subconscious renewal, and energetic balance.The Worm Moon marks a powerful seasonal shift, a time when the earth begins to soften and life quietly stirs beneath the surface. Just as nature awakens slowly and naturally, this meditation invites you to release what no longer serves you and allow gentle growth to unfold in its own perfect timing.This meditation weaves together:✨ Relaxation for deep subconscious work✨ Reiki healing energy for balance and renewal✨ Lunar wisdom to support emotional and energetic awakening✨ Grounding and integration for everyday lifeYou may experience a sense of calm, emotional release, insight, or deep rest. Each experience is unique - trust whatever unfolds for you.🎧 Best experienced with headphones🕯️ Find a quiet, comfortable space where you won’t be disturbed🌿 Allow yourself to fully relax and receivePlease do not listen while driving or operating machinery.If you enjoy this meditation, you are warmly invited to:🌙 Like the video🌙 Subscribe to the channel🌙 Share it with someone who may benefitThank you for being here and for honouring your own healing journey.To find out more about my work or join my online community please visit my website: https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.comWith love,Sharon ✨

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The Voice of Children

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Dr Siobhan Keenan Fitzgerald - Mother of four and TEDx Speaker, Dr. Siobhán Keenan Fitzgerald has been working in the field ofeducation for 33 years. She is currently Teaching Principal of DCU Changemaker School, English Primary School in Galway, Ireland.Passionate about helping all young people develop their communication and public speaking skills, Siobhán is the Creator of the ‘LET’s Stand’ Public Speaking Programme for young people (aged 5-18).Through enabling and empowering children and teenagers to find and use their own voice, Siobhán’s vision is to empower students from all backgrounds to share their stories, become ‘Changemakers’and the best version of themselves.Siobhán is also author of the book ‘Listen. How Child and Student Voice can change the World’.Siobhán will soon be launching what she describes as “her best work so far”, a series of children’s books on wondrous wellbeing and empowering adventures in the woods. The series is called ‘Adventures in Coill Calm’.As an extremely quiet, shy child, who lost her mother at a young age, Siobhán could scarcely have imagined the adventures that would unfold in her own life.Contact Siobhan on fitzsiobhan@hotmail.com Find her on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siobhancgkfitzgerald/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhan-keenan-fitzgerald-0b763274/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitzsiobhanYour host: https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Healing the Inner Child

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:50:39 GMT

This gentle and empowering talk by Sharon Fitzmaurice is an invitation to pause, soften, and turn inward.In this episode, we explore the healing journey through trauma recovery, inner child awareness, and the rebuilding of self-worth. With compassion and reflection, this conversation speaks to the parts of us that learned to survive, adapted to be safe, and quietly waited to be seen, heard, and held.This is a space for anyone on a healing journey — whether you are just beginning or have been walking this path for some time. Together, we gently unravel old patterns, acknowledge the impact of lived experiences, and reconnect with the truth of who you are beneath the wounds.At the end of the talk, you are guided through a grounding and energetic practice designed to help you settle into your body, restore a sense of safety, and integrate the healing on a deeper level. This practice can be returned to whenever you need support, calm, or reconnection.Take what resonates, move at your own pace, and know that your healing is valid, worthy, and unfolding in its own time.Affirm"I am safe in this moment.I honour the parts of me that learned to survive,and I gently welcome the parts of me that are ready to heal.I am allowed to move at my own pace.My feelings matter.My experiences are valid.I choose compassion over criticism,presence over pressure,and connection over fear.I am learning to trust myself again.I am worthy of love, care, and gentleness — exactly as I am.I am healing.I am whole.And I am enough."Sharon - https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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The Re-Purposed Life

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

My guest today is Jillian Godsil, and when the title says - re-purposed life, it is certainly true for this remarkable lady. Her story has twists and turns that could fill a thousand books and there would still be more. Jillian is a writer, author of 18 books, multi-award winner, journalist, presenter, ran in the European Parliament and has faced huge adversity over the years. Her Spirit and resilience shine through this conversation and it was a pure joy to connect with her on the podcast this week. Jillian was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and still has the dream to win the Booker Prize in the near future, I believe She will. Enjoy this wonderful conversation of real life - home repossession, divorce, debt, love, joy, adventure and curiosity. I can't wait to see what Jillian does next.

You can find out more about her through her website: https://jilliangodsil.com/about-jillian-godsil/Find her on: https://www.instagram.com/thejilliangodsil/https://www.facebook.com/JillianGodsilwriter https://www.linkedin.com/in/jilliangodsil/About your host: Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner, and Clinical Hypnotherapist. She hosts The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast, celebrating the resilience of the human spirit. She is the author of Someone Please Help Me, So I Did and Awaken Your Wellbeing, and founder of the Soulful Journeys Online Community.Sharon’s work centres on supporting others in recovering from trauma, nurturing emotional resilience and reconnecting with their inner wisdom. She believes healing is personal, sacred and possible for everyone, and encourages others to become the most authentic version of themselves.

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Guided Visualisation with The Fire Horse

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:54:02 GMT

This guided visualisation invites you into the sacred energy of the Fire Horse, a symbol of courage, transformation, and embodied freedom.

Together, we journey through the gentle shedding of what no longer serves you: old identities, heavy expectations, stored emotions, and inner constraints. Like the Fire Horse, you are guided to move from effort into ease, from holding on into letting go, and from motion into grounded stillness.

This is not a journey of force, but of remembering.A return to your natural rhythm.A soft reclaiming of freedom, grace, and inner strength.

✨ This visualisation supports you to:

* Release emotional and energetic weight

* Let go of outdated patterns and beliefs

* Feel safe to soften into stillness

* Reconnect with your inner power and freedom

* Embody grace, presence, and ease

You may wish to listen lying down or seated comfortably, allowing your body to fully relax. There is no right or wrong way to experience this, simply allow whatever arises to move through you gently.

Come back to this practice whenever you feel the call to shed, reset, and return to yourself.

If this journey resonates with you, I invite you to like, subscribe, or share it with someone who may need a moment of grounding and freedom today.

With love and presence,Sharon 🤍

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The Ache of Belonging

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode Sharon is joined by psychotherapist, author and educator Karl Melvin, who works extensively with adults navigating family struggles and estrangement.Together, they explore what family estrangement truly means beyond the labels- emotionally, relationally, and somatically. Karl brings a clinical yet deeply compassionate lens to family dynamics and how awareness becomes the first step toward healing. This conversation is an invitation: to move away from blame, toward self-connection; away from silence, toward truth; and away from surviving family dynamics, toward choosing yourself with compassion.This conversation gently unpacks:What safety really means and how to begin feeling it in the bodyLearning to listen to our body’s signals and rebuilding trust from withinThe importance of not rejecting ourselves, even when we’ve been rejectedNavigating confrontation and conflict without shame, blame, or self-betrayalClinical insights and research around estrangement and relational traumaWhy being seen and heard is central to healingTaking personal responsibility for our healing without self-blame or judgementFind out more about Karl's work and book: https://www.karlmelvin.com/Your Host : https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Who are you beyond the labels

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

My guest today is Sara Slattery from the West of Ireland, She is a coach and mentor supporting women who are looking to bring deep changes into their lives with energy and impact. Sara has a background in community development, child welfare services, and now private coaching and training. Sara brings deep, real-world experience to the the table. She partners with individuals and organisations to rethink how we approach work and leadership - moving beyond hustle culture towards models that honour both performance and well-being. A wonderful warm and sensitive person, my conversation covers all areas of meeting yourself where you are now. What your core values areHonouring your own rhythm, creativity and intuitionWhat roles you are playing in your lifeFeeling exhausted and unsure who can support youFeeling seen and heardValuing YourselfWhat comes next You can reach out to Sara on https://saraslattery.ie/Find her on:https://www.instagram.com/saraaslattery/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-slattery/About your Host: Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner, and Clinical Hypnotherapist. She hosts The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast, celebrating the resilience of the human spirit. She is the author of Someone Please Help Me, So I Did and Awaken Your Wellbeing, and founder of the Soulful Journeys Online Community.Sharon’s work centres on supporting others in recovering from trauma, nurturing emotional resilience and reconnecting with their inner wisdom. She believes healing is personal, sacred and possible for everyone, and encourages others to become the most authentic version of themselves https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Growing with Spirit

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Reconnecting with this beautiful soul has made my day, I was honoured to chat to Marilyn on my podcast after first meeting her in Ireland some years ago at a week long Mediumship Workshop with herself and James Van Praagh. It is one of those conversations that just flowed with love and connection. Marilyn Whall a mentor, offering spiritual teachings, medium and author from Sydney, Australia. Marilyn has worked professionally as a medium for over 20 years and has a client base that stretches from her home in Sydney Australia to New Zealand, the United States, Singapore, India and the United Kingdom. She has worked in the USA teaching along side James Van Praagh, Tony Stockwell, John Holland and Jose Gosschalk.Relying on evidence from the living survivors to authenticate messages from family, friends and loved ones in the spirit world, Marilyn’s work as a medium allows her to convey messages from the spirit world. Marilyn has a personal interest in mindfulness and philosophy and brings the passion through to her work with individuals and groups.She leads classes, performs public demonstration and offers private readings via zoom and telephone. Marilyn also facilitates & mentors her own development programs, titled ‘Allow Me To Be Your Personal Guide’ ‘A Beginners Guide To Spiritual Development’ and numerous other programs for those wanting to enhance their spiritual abilities.Renowned for her accuracy, compassion, and insight Marilyn has appeared on TV. Marilyn has been featured in Good Health & Medicine Magazine, The Sunday Telegraph, Body and Soul, The Times of India. Marilyn has been a featured guest speaker in the James Van Praagh chat room and also appeared as a guest medium on in Spirit TV. Marilyn has demonstrated in America at The Journey Within Church and been a guest speaker there. Marilyn has also been interviewed by Spirits Voice an on-line Community.To those who want to develop similar skills or gain a more comprehensive understanding of the spirit world Marilyn offers mentoring programs and ongoing classes and workshops. For more information please go to the Courses page.Marilyn is the author of two books that reflect her personal and spiritual journey. Her first, Knowing – A Medium’s Journey, shares the unfolding of who she is and her walk into the Spirit World. Her latest book, Growing – A Soul’s Journey, continues that path, offering heartfelt reflections, wisdom, and experiences that inspire readers to connect with their own soul’s guidance and the love that surrounds them.Find our more about Marilyn, her beautiful work and books through her website: https://marilynwhall.com.au/about-marilyn/Thank you for listening

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Unfolding the truth of our past

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

My guest today is Alan Dempsey @EarthKindHealing from Tuam, Co. Galway in Ireland. Alan works with one to one clients to empower them to heal themsevles. He is trained in Shamanism, AMA Deus Reiki, Rahanni and a number of other modalities. He also hosts a group online twice a month called Earthkind Healing to bring healers and spiritual people together to work for the greater good of the Earth and humanity. His worked is guided by Spirit and he has worked on many sacred sites all over the world. Alan spoke of his own journey of seeing Spirit when he was younger, but didn't fully embrace the connection until later in his life. His journey is one of continuous growth and fulfil the work that has been entrusted to him. He has dedicated himself to the work of Spirit, to revitalise the Earth, and to help heal the wounds of the past. You can find out more about Alan's work through his website: https://www.alandempsey.ie/Find him https://www.instagram.com/alanthehealer https://www.facebook.com/AlanTheHealerSharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach based in the West of Ireland, dedicated to empowering clients worldwide to reconnect with their own inner strength and resilience. Since 2008, she has guided individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery, drawing on her personal experiences and deep understanding of emotional and mental well-being.

A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Sharon openly shares her journey through years of anxiety and depression, which culminated in a transformative turning point in 1994 when she felt trapped in a cycle of pain. In her darkest moment, Sharon’s cry for help ignited a resolve not just to survive but to thrive. Determined to reshape her life, she began studying holistic healing techniques, building a comprehensive toolkit that she now shares with her clients.In 2018, Sharon published her first book, Someone Please Help Me, So I Did, recounting her personal story to help others feel less alone in their struggles. She has since published two more books, further solidifying her commitment to promoting mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Sharon also hosts a podcast where she highlights stories of resilience and the strength of the human spirit, reaching an international audience.Through her books, podcast, and coaching, Sharon continues to inspire others to embrace healing and self-compassion. Her mission is to offer a compassionate space where clients feel supported and empowered on their journey to well-being. Find out more: https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Keeper of Stones

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today I’m delighted to welcome Dr Ger Moane, a psychologist, writer and shamanic practitioner whose work bridges the worlds of myth, human development and ancestral wisdom. For many years Ger was an associate professor of psychology at University College Dublin, where she specialised in human development, gender and sexuality — and that deep curiosity about what makes us human now infuses her writing with heart and depth.

Ger’s first novel, Keeper of Stones, transports us to ancient Ireland and the sacred landscapes of Newgrange, weaving myth, coming-of-age and the rhythm of nature into a story that reflects both the timeless and the timely. Her fascination with Irish myth, shamanic perspectives and our connection with the earth has resonated with readers and critics alike, helping the book reach the Irish Times bestseller list and earning praise from renowned voices in Irish literature.

I’m so honoured to have her here with us today to explore Keeper of Stones, her creative journey, and the deeper threads that connect story, spirit and our own unfolding paths.

To find our more about Ger and her book, please go to https://www.germoane.com

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Live Your Soul Purpose

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week Dr. Jeanne Comeau is a trailblazing soul-purpose catalyst who bridges the worlds of Fortune 500 leadership and metaphysical mastery to awaken human potential. With over 35 years leading high-impact transformation teams in global firms, Jeanne built a formidable reputation for strategic clarity, innovation and executive leadership. But her most significant leap was inward - departing the traditional business world to lead a new movement: one where authentic purpose, spiritual alignment, and lasting prosperity co-exist in harmony. Jeanne holds a Ph.D in Holistic Life Counselling from the University of Sedona, and bacherlor’s and master’s degrees in Metaphysical Science from University of Metaphysics. She is also an ordained metaphysical minister, a certified strengths and Leadership Coach through the John Maxwell Team and Gallup CliftonStrengths and a skilled Evolutionary Astrologer. In this episode we discuss:Pivoting your career and following the guidance of your soulHow evolutionary astrology helps us to discover your unique soul blueprintFollowing your North Star What role self-awareness plays in motivation and taking action.Soul-purpose coaching Find out how Jeanne can help you on your path https://jeannecomeau.com/Your host Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Reiki Master Teacher & Practitioner, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Speaker, and Host of The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast. She is the author of Someone Please Help Me, So I Did and Awaken Your Wellbeing, and the founder of Soulful Journeys Online Community.A passionate advocate for mental health awareness and survivors of childhood abuse, Sharon’s mission is to inspire others to heal, grow, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Through her work, writing, and conversations, she reminds us that within every story lies the power to transform and rise. https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Sober Witch Life

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Sunshine Witchski is a trailblazing Psychic Medium, Spiritual Advisor, High Priestess, Reiki Master, and Recovering Alcholic. Known affectionately as The Pink-Haired Sober Witch, She is on a mission to help highly motivated witches in recovery rediscover their magick, align with their highest purpose, and live the abundant life promised in sobriety. As the visionary behind Illuminate: The Unschool of Sober Witchcraft, Sunshine has created a ground breaking space for witches in recovery to embrace their spirituality as a tool for healing. At the heart of this movement is the Sober Witch Life mobile app—the first of its kind—offering free, transformative resources, including the Sober Witch’s Tool Kit, weekly recovery circles, and an online community.For those seeking deeper connection and support, she founded The Recovery Coven, an exclusive membership that provides live workshops, powerful rituals, and a sacred space for witches to stay grounded, empowered, and magickally aligned in their recovery.Sunshine is also the author of Sober Witch Life: A Magickal Guide to Recovery—a deeply personal and transformative book written over her first five years of sobriety. This guide blends journal prompts, rituals, and magickal practices to help witches in recovery reclaim their power and heal in alignment with their spiritual path.In addition to her written work, Sunshine is the host of two powerful podcasts:✨ The Sober Witch Life—guiding witches in recovery through magick and spiritual empowerment.✨ The Deepest Spirituality Podcast—exploring the transformative power of deep spiritual practice.Beyond her spiritual work, Sunshine is also an award-winning software product manager and business operations expert who has helped major corporations reimagine their processes, foster innovation, and implement cutting-edge solutions that drive success.Website: https://www.sunshinereadings.com/

https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@IlluminateUnschoolofWitchcraft⁩ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jen.romanowski

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Only look back to see how far you have come

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:37:47 GMT

Today marks eight years since I released my first book, Someone Please Help Me, So I Did.Looking back, publishing this book was a profound turning point, one that allowed me to transform my own lived experience into support for others on their healing journeys. It opened the door to deeper conversations about trauma recovery, wellbeing, and the resilience we all carry within us.

To everyone who has read the book, shared your own story, or reached out to explore your healing in a meaningful way - thank you. Your courage and openness continue to inspire the work I do as a wellness coach, therapist, and advocate. You remind me every day why reclaiming our voice and wellbeing matters so deeply.

If you are on a path of recovery, seeking healing, or longing to reconnect with yourself in a more authentic and soulful way, I warmly invite you to join me this January for my online program, Awakening Your Inner Truth.It’s a space created to guide and support you as you deepen into who you truly are.

Thank you for being part of this ongoing mission to empower others. Here’s to continued growth, connection, and inner freedom.

Sharon

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Born To Rise

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Dr Caren Hession is a vocal coach, choir leader, creator, director and social entrepreneur specialising in leading voices on a path to self-discovery and empowerment through music.Drawing on 15yrs+ of training and education, from Music to Creative Arts, Philosophy to Neuroscience, Neuro-Linguistic Programming to Special Needs; Caren’s unique skillset, experience and intuition radiates a powerful formula for growth, healing and transformation, through her one to one coaching, self-development workshops, public speaking and live performance events. She is the creator of Born To Rise, Irelands 1st Self Development Programme through Music, and is currently leading a 100 Voice Choir for a live performance on the Town Hall Theatre stage.Having presented pioneering PhD research on many prestigious platforms in Ireland, the UK, the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Greece, Taiwan and the USA; Caren continually thrives to make a difference in the service of others, helping them to find their own voice and lead a more enriched, more meaningful and vibrant life.To find out more about Caren’s work please go to https://www.carenhession.com/

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Invisible and Exhausted

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Elizabeth Gaines, her path began not in science but in survival. For more than a decade, Elizabeth worked in non-profit trauma recovery, supporting victims of domestic minor sex trafficking. The relentless pace and emotional toll led to burnout and chronic illness. When conventional medicine dismissed her symptoms, She turned to Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), where She discovered how to uncover hidden healing opportunities through functional lab testing and personalised protocols. The approach helped her reclaim her energy, clarity and sense of purpose. Today, Elizabeth is Director of Education at FDN, where she leads curriculum design live training and mentor development for one of the world’s most respected health certification programmes. In this episode we discuss the hidden physiology of burnout and how functional lab testing can help you find out where function has been lost in your hormones, immune response, digestion, detoxification, energy and diet. Once you know the true cause of the unwellness you are feeling, you have the power to take responsibility for your well-being with support every step of the way. Through her own lived experience, Elizabeth is a passionate educator and proof that FDN can help you, you mind and body - to feel more aligned, balanced and energised. Elizabeth has offered all our listeners a FREE GIFT: Free webinar - Step by Step -overcome unwanted health issues - check it out here http://fdntraining.com/sharonfitzmaurice

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No one should ever feel invisible

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

What would it feel like to spend your whole life working, only to face a future you never imagined? This episode brings you Carmel’s powerful and deeply human story. After decades of hard work while renting privately, retirement brought a reality she never thought she’d face, she could no longer afford her rent. With nowhere to turn, Carmel declared herself homeless.Thanks to the support of Galway Simon Community, she now has safety, stability, and hope again.Joining Carmel is Fintan Maher, Head of Communications, Fundraising, and Advocacy with Galway Simon Community. For 46 years, their organisation has been standing beside people affected by homelessness. Fintan sheds light on the growing challenges in the West of Ireland: the chronic shortage of social housing, the urgent need for government to recognise homelessness as the crisis it is, and the importance of prevention-focused supports that keep people from ever having to enter emergency accommodation.He shares sobering insights—the 25% rise in people seeking support last year, a 38% increase in families needing help, and the growing numbers of both younger and older people slipping into homelessness. With average rents in Galway rising by 75% in just five years—reaching €2,304 by March last year—secure, affordable homes are simply out of reach for too many.Yet, amid these challenges, there is hope. Fintan highlights that 95% of those who engaged with Galway Simon’s prevention services in 2024 avoided emergency accommodation. Their approach honours the full complexity of each person’s life - offering practical, therapeutic, stabilising, and deeply human support.With their annual Sleep Out taking place this Friday, 21st November, Fintan explains how funds raised support their Essentials Fund, providing food, heat, and other basic needs to people facing hardship.If you’re wondering how to make a difference, even the smallest act of generosity can help Galway Simon continue their vital work. Please consider donating to the Sleep Out or contributing whenever you can. Your kindness truly matters and it helps protect individuals, families, and older members of our community from the devastating threat of homelessness.DONATE HERE: https://galwaysimon.ie/donate/If you or someone you know needs the support of Galway Simon or any of the Simon Communities all over Ireland please find a list of their services and supports : https://www.simon.ie/

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From Conflict to Hope

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Jane Buckley born in Derry, Londonderry in Northern Ireland, is a passionate storyteller who brings the complexities of her homeland’s history to life. Inspired by her childhood during the Troubles - a deeply rooted conflict that took place from the late 1960’s until the Good Friday Agreement in 1998. Her ‘Stones Corner’ series - Turmoil, Darkness, Light and Hope - cuts straight to the heart of one of Northern Ireland’s darkest chapters. Jane writes to make sense of it all. To honour those who lived through it. To make sure it is not forgotten. Her work aims to shed light on a misunderstood chapter of history, fostering understanding and promoting healing. Ultimately her work is realistic and hard hitting story lines based around true events.

Jane’s next work, written for the US based Project Children, steps back to the powerful true story behind the initiative featured in the series. Between the seventies and nineties, 23,000 children from both sides of the divide were flown to the United States, welcomed into homes and given a taste of peace. It’s a story of hope, healing and the quiet power of kindness. One child, one family. One Summer at a time. Website: https://www.janebuckleywrites.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-buckley-writes/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janebuckleywrites

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janebuckley_writes/

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Do you feel you were meant for more?

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is a very special human being, I called her an Earth Angel as that is exactly what Karen Olson is in the world. Through a small act of kindness in 1981 for an elderly homeless woman called Millie in New York City, it not only changed the trajectory of Karen’s life, but also the lives of thousands of people affected by homelessness in the US. Karen’s act of compassion came from a space of wanting to help others as She too had faced tragedy in her own childhood when her Mother took her own life when Karen was only 12. Always wanting to be a nurse, She was influenced otherwise until She found her purpose in helping others in a different way by setting up Family Promise in 1986 - a national non-profit organisation that helps homeless and low-income families. By 2016, Family Promise opened its doors in its 200th location. Through Karen’s leadership, awareness and compassion, those affected by homelessness were now being seen and heard, the support that Karen’s organisation offered helped them to find a home, offering safety and stability. This had a knock on effect in their education and careers. Only 6 years ago, Karen had a terrible accident, She is now walking with the aid of a special walker, and it hasn’t stopped her from feeling grateful and still wanting to raise awareness. Her book - Meant for More - following your heart and finding your purpose shares her life, work and contribution to humanity. I applaud her in every way.

You can find Karen’s book on https://www.amazon.com/Meant-More-Following-Finding-Purpose/dp/B0DCHRTQ39

Connect with Karen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-olson-1a6257304/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen.olson.author/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.olson.author

Find out more about Family Promise: https://familypromise.org/

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November Full Moon Guided Meditation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:20:05 GMT

In this gentle guided meditation we gather under the light of the November Beaver Moon inviting us to pause, reflect and release. Let the Full Moon illuminate what has been hidden to bring clarity, truth and heightened intuition. Let the light of the moon guide you.

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What keeps you going when you are told - You will never walk again

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In this deeply moving conversation, Tracy Martin shares her story of profound loss, resilience, and transformation. Having lost both her parents by the age of fifteen, and later facing a life-altering accident that changed everything she knew, Tracy’s journey is one of courage and grace.

Together, we explore what it means to adapt to broken and becoming, to find light in the darkness, strength in surrender, and purpose in the process of rebuilding. Tracy a paraplegic and full time wheelchair user since 1989, brings authenticity and depth to her storytelling.

Her own journey of resilience and creativity shines through in every chapter of her new book - So Not Me - a book that resonates deeply with anyone who has faced adversity. Published by Orla Kelly Publishing. So Not Me is more than a novel, it is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of hope.

Set against the backdrop of two fractured families forever altered by tragedy, So Not Me is told through three distinct voices: Faye, an 18-year old navigating life-changing injuries, Rob, her boyfriend, who speaks from beyond, and Faye’s Higher Self, offering clarity and compassion. Together these perspectives weave a narrative that is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, reminding readers that even in the darkest moments, it is possible to rewrite your story.

Editor: Suzanne Power

Tracy’s book is available to pre-order on https://www.buythebook.ie/shop/tracy-martin/ You can find Tracy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracymartinauthor.sonotme/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.martin.9085

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The Creative Path

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Leslie A. Rasmussen — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

My guest this week Leslie A. Rasmussen knows what it means to start over. She’s gone from writing sitcoms in Hollywood (Roseanne and The Wild Thornberrys) to running a nutrition business to becoming a novelist—all while raising a family and navigating life’s big shifts. She speaks from the heart about womanhood, identity, and what it really takes to reinvent yourself. Her latest novel, When People Leave, is a moving story about three sisters coping with their mother’s suicide and the secrets she left behind. It’s a powerful look at family, forgiveness, and the quiet strength of women finding their way through loss. Leslie has been published in the Huffington Post and speaks on panels discussing women empowerment. Learn more about Leslie through her website: https://www.lesliearasmussen.com/

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Tragedy Changes You Forever

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Jenny Brandemuehl — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

A phone call that shattered life as She knew it, would lead my guest this week Jenny Brandemuehl to writing her memoir - Forever Fly Free: One Woman’s Story of Resilience and the Power of Hope and love.

Jenny’s husband Mark was an experienced pilot and her soulmate for more than three decades. On what should have been a routine flight, his plane crashed and burst into flames. Miraculously, he survived , but with burns over 80% of his body. Jenny stood by him through months of surgeries, gruelling recoveries, small triumphs, and crushing setbacks. She became his advocate, his voice, and his constant companion in the fight for his life.

This led her on a profound transformation and finding purpose in her darkest moments., rebuild her identity from the ground up, and learn to embrace life and love again.

With warmth, authenticity, and unflinching honesty, Jenny speaks to anyone who has ever had to start over, not just to survive, but to thrive. Her message is deeply relevant to anyone exploring personal growth, resilience, and the human spirit’s ability to rise again.

Find out more about Jenny https://www.foreverflyfree.com/

Find her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-brandemuehl-49b409/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenny.brandemuehl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jemuehle/

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The Science of The Soul

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 06:02:00 GMT

You’ll hear my enthusiasm shining through in this week’s episode as I sit down with Suzanne Roberts, Founder of Unifying Solutions, transformational speaker, facilitator, and author of It’s Deeper Than That: A Pathway to a Vibrant, Purposeful Life.

Suzanne’s journey began with the pain of childhood abuse, leading her to self-hatred and despair. Yet her deep love for physics opened the doorway to polarity - our energetic operating system.

Through curiosity and inner exploration, she discovered the greatest truth of all: the reality of who we are at the level of the soul.

In our conversation, we explore:

💫 The science of magnetism and our inner energy current — the life force within

💫 The soul’s presence in physical form

💫 Meditation, mindfulness, and attention as soul qualities

💫 Healing from disconnection to wholeness

💫 How Polarity System Design empowers leaders and organisations

💫 Why being of service is at the heart of a purposeful life Suzanne shares how her “inner laboratory” taught her to feel harmony and peace, and how we can each access the self-renewing energy within to create a more humane, connected future.

Her new book and documentary, It’s Deeper Than That: A Pathway to a Vibrant, Purposeful Life - Live Stream on the 15th October

You can connect with Suzanne through:

Website: www.unifyingsolutions.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-roberts-24273b3/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanneroberts3550/

Youtube: ⁨@SuzanneRobertsPolarity⁩

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I carry your heart

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

My guest Tony Stewart shares the uncertainty, fear and sorrow in his journey, but also the tenderness and joy, along with a renewed perspective on what it means to live and love with one's whole heart. Adapted from more than a decade of posts on CaringBridge.Org that chronicled Tony's odyssey, both at his wife's Lynn's side before, during and after her cancer diagnosis - his book Carrying The Tiger is an honest, passionate, life-affirming tale about the full circle of life and death, one that offers a deeply intimate look at grief and its hopeful aftermath. Tony Stewart is a Certified Grief Educator and author of the award-winning memoir - Carrying the tiger: Living with Cancer, Dying with Grace, Finding Joy while grieving. Tony has directed award-winning films, received a rave review in the New York Times, designed software used by three of the largest charities in the world, and led the development of an international standard. Find out more about Tony through his website www.tonystewartauthor.com

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The Unseen World

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Delighted to have this wonderful conversation with my guest this week Caroline Conroy of Yoga Walks Ireland, I met Caroline when She attended one of my weekend retreats and I loved her energy and enthusiasm for life. In this conversation Caroline shares how as a young child She was aware of Spirit's presence in her life and was fascinated by them. It wasn't until She met her husband that She became more curious and started to learn more about the unseen world all around us and how disconnected we have become from ourselves and the world around us - seen and unseen. This led her on a journey of self-discovery and also brought her on learning more about the holistic aspects of healing, energy and awareness. We discuss how we can learn to find stillness in our lives and to anchor moments of joy and peace from everyday moments. Discover your 8th sense and the courage to be who you want to be. Caroline created Yoga Walks Ireland in 2018 after 10 years of owning and running a holistic therapy centre on the foot of the Galtee Mountains. All of her professional and personal experiences were brought together to build Yoga Walks Ireland and works with many sectors such as education, corporate, health and tourism. She also offers bespoke yoga walks for individuals and blends yoga, mindful walking, and the hidden stories of Ireland's wild and beautiful places. She leads groups along forest trails, ancient mountain paths and sacred sites, weaving in stretches, breathwork, meditations, and the magic of Irish folklore. Her former therapy centre has now become a cosy Airbnb at the foot of the Galtee Mountains - a place for rest and relaxation.

You can find Caroline on Instagram: @yogawalksireland

Facebook: yoga walks Ireland group LinkedIn: Caroline Conroy

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When Love Becomes Advocacy

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Tracy Carroll — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

With over 500,000 family carers in Ireland, my guest this week Tracy Carroll is a passionate parent advocate for children who live with life limiting disabilities, giving a voice to children who need to be seen and heard. Mum to 2 super heroes and married to John, She is a full time carer to Willow who suffered a brain injury after her birth in 2016. Tracy is a leading voice with Irish Carers on what should be done to support family carers. In this episode Tracy shares her the day to day reality of her life as a carer, the emotional and physical toil, but also the joy and love She feels for both her children - Willow and Noah. Tracy's story is one of profound inspiration, courage and resilience, but also one that demands our attention as a nation. We are all one step away from looking after someone we love, how would you want to be supported? Tracy shares her story to empower families to navigate the complexities of disability of caregiving, understanding the grief, not in the loss of a person - but in the loss of expectation and supporting your child as you find peace in acceptance. You can connect with Tracy through: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracy_wonderw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.brennan1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-carroll-7059341a2/ For more information please contact: https://familycarers.ie/

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Cancer Changed My Life

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Karen Kruger, a mother of three, coach, and breast cancer survivor who shares her deeply personal journey of resilience, vulnerability, and hope. Karen was first diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2021. What was initially believed to be stage 1 was later revealed to be stage 3, leading to a full mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation. Beyond the physical toll of treatment, Karen opens up about the emotional rollercoaster—the waiting, the uncertainty, and the feeling of powerlessness that shook her world as both a woman and a mother. She reflects on the moments of exhaustion and delirium when she still had to show up for her children, and how the unwavering support of her family, friends, and community carried her through. Karen also shares the profound impact of Purple House Cancer Support Centre in Wicklow, where she found healing, connection, and the reassurance that she was not alone. Now, four years on, Karen has transformed her experience into a source of empowerment for others. With over 20 years of coaching experience, she supports women navigating life after a cancer diagnosis, particularly through the challenges of menopause. Her work is rooted in compassion, wisdom, and a deep desire to help women reclaim their health and sense of self. This is an episode about courage, community, and finding purpose in the midst of adversity. Karen’s story is a reminder that while cancer changes everything, it can also awaken a new way of living—one day at a time. Find out more about Karen's coaching, workshops and Ireland's first dedicated podcast for women that have had a cancer diagnosis and are in the menopause www.karenkrugercoaching.com

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Anxiety vs. Connection

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Why are anxiety levels in kids — and their parents — rising? And what if the antidote isn’t more control, but more connection? In this episode, we explore the tension between anxiety and connection, and how the very thing that soothes our fear — safe, attuned relationships — is often what feels hardest to access in anxious moments. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone navigating your own nervous system, this conversation dives into:

The roots of anxiety in kids (and how adults unknowingly amplify it)

Why connection — to self and others — is the true medicine

What “co-regulation” looks like in real life

How to become a safe space, even when you're struggling too.

Dr Mary O' Kane is a Lecturer in Psychology, Early Childhood Studies and Education with the Open University. Mary presents the radio show ‘Perfectly Imperfect Parenting’ on Dublin City FM. She is also a regular contributor to the Anton Savage show on Newstalk Radio, Drivetime on RTE Radio 1, and a range of other radio shows discussing a broad range of parenting issues. She gives public talks on topics related to child wellbeing, parenting, and education, and is well known for her humorous down to earth approach. Mary is the author of two books for parents, carers and educators: Perfectly Imperfect Parenting: Connection not Perfection and Anxious Children in an Anxious World: Facing Fears and Finding Brave, which reached Number 1 in the Irish Times Bestsellers List. Both are available at: www.drmaryokane.ie

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Showing up for yourself with James Sweetman

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with James Sweetman, who shares his remarkable journey of self-discovery, resilience, and healing. Growing up feeling unseen and burdened by fear, James endured bullying and years of not fully recognising himself. It wasn’t until his 30s that he came out as a gay man, after achieving success in his studies and career - he began embracing his true identity. Surviving both bladder and skin cancer brought James to a powerful realisation: the ordinary moments are extraordinary. With deep wisdom, he speaks about being the “map maker” of your life, and how sometimes revisiting the past with fresh eyes is what guides us forward. This episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder of resilience, authenticity, and finding meaning in life’s everyday miracles.

James Sweetman is a well-respected Executive and Life Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author. With a career that spans over two decades, James blends professional excellence with a deep understanding of human potential. In what he calls his ‘warm-up’ career, back in the 1990s, he held senior roles in blue-chip companies, specialising in Change Management, Business Development, and Customer Services. After completing his MBA, James made a bold move and left the corporate life behind to pursue his true calling - helping others to thrive. His qualifications include a Diploma in Business and Personal Coaching and he’s a certified NLP Master Practitioner. In 2022, driven by a lifelong love of words, James returned to college as a self-described "very mature student" to complete a Masters in Creative Writing. In 2024, his play The Narrow Bench was a finalist in a national competition and performed at the Wexford Arts Centre. Since founding his coaching practice in 2004, James has worked with thousands of clients, empowering them to lead with clarity and confidence. His training workshops spanning Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Presentation Skills, and Time Management are known for being both practical and inspiring. A frequent keynote speaker at events in Ireland and abroad, James is also a prolific writer. He started his blog in 2005 and he’s the author of six books, including ‘Soar – Powerful Questions that will Transform your Life’ and ‘Words to Inspire’, as well as two novels. His eBook ‘How to Excel at Interviews’ has been downloaded over half a million times. James launched his YouTube channel in 2015 and his popular podcast ‘Your Time with James Sweetman’ is now approaching its 200th episode. What sets James apart is his rare ability to combine insight, humour, authenticity and a generous heart. Whether working with individuals or speaking to audiences, his message is always clear: self-compassion and creativity are not just the foundation of success, they’re the heart of fulfilment. Find out more with James through his website: https://jamessweetman.com

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Live fully in the life you didn't plan

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Becky Galli — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:11:16 GMT

Welcome back to The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast, where we celebrate the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of sharing our stories. Today’s episode is one that will move you deeply. I’m joined by the incredible Rebecca Galli, an author, speaker, and living embodiment of what it means to live fully in the life you didn’t plan.

Her books 'Rethinking Possible' & 'Morning Fuel' are lessons from a resilient heart. Rebecca’s journey has included the loss of her younger brother, raising her children, two with special needs, the passing of her beloved son, believe it or not - the same day her Mother passed, and her Father's passing. And not only that, but a rare illness left her paralyzed just days after her divorce. And yet despite it all - she has cultivated a beautiful, purpose-led life grounded in writing, connection, and spiritual resilience.

In our conversation, we talk about:

How she copes with daily challenges and fuels herself emotionally and spiritually

The mantra that changed her life

Turning pain into purpose

Finding grace in the unexpected

This episode is an invitation to live more fully, love more deeply, and trust in the strength that lives within you, even when life takes a turn you never saw coming. So, make yourself a cup of tea, find a quiet space, and join us for this deeply heartfelt and inspiring conversation with the remarkable Rebecca Galli.

Find out more about her and her books through her website: https://rebeccafayesmithgalli.com/ Find her on LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook.

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Reinventing yourself in your 40's

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Yvonne Reddin — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT

What an incredible and enjoyable conversation with my guest this week Yvonne Reddin who began her career in freelance journalism, Travel Reviewer and PR Expert at the age of 49. After being a stay-at-home single parent for over 20 years, Yvonne reinvented her life through education. Yvonne really is a testament that it's never too late to start something new and She has given herself the opportunity to thrive whilst still being a Mom to her 11 year old twins, but life wasn't always like that. Struggling financially, mentally and emotionally, Yvonne lived day to day providing for her children, She had support from friends and family, but no-one can fully understand what you are feeling unless they themselves have lived through it. She had to take that courageous step into reinventing her life and creating ways to broaden her horizons to make a living, and one that gave her the opportunity to travel, write and become the accomplished journalist She is today. She also provides PR support to new authors as She has a passion for all things books.

You can find out more about Yvonne through her website: https://www.yvonnereddin.com

Find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meet-yvonne-reddin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yvonnepreddin/

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Psychological impact of Empty Nest Syndrome

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Nearly 40% of women in their late 50s are facing empty nest syndrome and looking to reinvent themselves? Rita Lussier, long-time columnist for The Providence Journal, shares her personal journey in her latest book And Now, Back to Me. After her youngest heads off to New York City, Rita navigates rekindling her marriage, reviving her career, and managing the emotional and physical demands of aging parents—all while rediscovering her own health and happiness. In And Now, Back to Me, Rita shares the challenges and surprising joys of reinvention, offering insight to millions of women at similar crossroads. In this episode we speak about: What nobody tells you about the emotional and psychological impact of “empty nest syndrome” Rekindling your marriage in the second half of life The emotional and physical responsibilities of caring for aging parents Reinvesting in your own health and physical wellness

Find out more about Rita through her website https://www.ritalussier.com/

Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritalussierauthor/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritalussierauthor

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritalussier/

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Reclaim Your Voice

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

An insightful conversation with my guest this week Ashleigh Tobin - is a Tedx and international award-winning speaker, a health and mind coach and unapologetic advocate for women’s wellbeing. With over thirty-five years’ experience in nursing, coaching and holistic health, she combines science, soul and straight-talking insight to help women reclaim their voice – especially during life’s hormonal transitions. She supports both individuals and workplaces, offering engaging talks and wellness sessions that get to the heart of what so many people are silently struggling with – hormonal imbalances, stress, burnout, overwhelm, brain fog and low motivation. Her sessions spark honest conversations, practical insights and real change. In every workshop and event, Ashleigh delivers a frank, fun and down-to-earth message about thriving no matter your age or stage. She makes health topics easy to understand and immediately actionable, combining medical insight with practical, holistic tools that help people create more balance and joy in their everyday lives. Her Health Conversations with Employees are a novel way for organisations to provide meaningful support to their people. Ashleigh is a registered nurse, a Satir Coaching and Mentoring Specialist, a Master NLP practitioner and a Storyteller. She holds additional qualifications in Mind Coaching, Complementary Medicine, CBT and Heartmath Stress Management. Ashleigh lives in Wicklow with her husband Eric. When she’s not working, she’s walking, storytelling, doing Pilates or gardening. You’ll also find her riding pillion on the back of Eric’s motorbike, since she’s figured out how to pack everything into a very small motorbike pannier. You can stay connected with Ashleigh here: https://linktr.ee/yourhormonehealth

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Overcoming Life's Toughest Setbacks

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Andy Campbell — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Andy Campbell, author of Overcoming Life’s Toughest Setbacks, as he shares his heart-breaking and courageous journey through childhood sexual abuse, the loss of his mother, his own stage four cancer diagnosis, and the devastating suicide of his 18-year-old son, Heston. Together, we speak openly about grief, trauma, and the search for meaning amidst unimaginable pain. I also share part of my own story as a survivor of childhood abuse, and the moment I chose to stay and find a path to healing—one step at a time. This is a heartfelt conversation about love, loss, resilience, and the power of speaking our truth to help others feel less alone.

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions around suicide, abuse, and grief. If you have been affected by any of these, please seek support from local or online services. https://www.nomore.org/ https://befrienders.org/ To find out more about Andy and his new book please visit his website: https://www.askandycampbell.com/

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My Voice, My Choice

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Aisleen Harte — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Ep 144 and my guest this week is Aisleen Harte, a devoted mother, experienced Early Years Educator and Preschool owner in Co. Meath. With nearly two decades of experience, Aisleen is passionate about fostering children's growth and ensuring their voices are head. Her debut book - My Voice, My Choice inspired by the belief in empowering children through understand and communication. Through its captivating storytelling and poignant illustrations, Aisleen's book empowers children to embrace their identity while reminding adults of their critical role in shaping confident, self-aware individuals. With two follow up books already written, Aisleen envisions a "Voice of the Child" series that further explores these themes.

You can purchase the book from https://www.buythebook.ie/product/my-voice-my-choice/

Connect to Aisleen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_r_words/

Check out more about our host Sharon: https://sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com/

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From Struggling Student to Thought Leader

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Sile Walsh — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Episode 143 - My guest this week is the remarkable Sile Walsh. As a curious 11 year old that had dyslexia, Sile didn't learn the same as other students in her school, so She went to work in a kitchen to learn in a very different way. As a result Sile was leading a section of the kitchen by the age of 16 and it brought her on a journey of learning and development that now sees her specialising in leadership, development, coaching and psychology. An award winning international best-selling author - her new book - Inclusive Leadership: Navigating Organisational Complexity is an Amazon and Irish Times best seller. Sile is passionate about co-creating inclusive workplaces where organisations can be competitive and high-performing, great work gets done, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Sile is an inspiring voice in the diversity and inclusive leadership space.

You can find out more about her work through her website: https://www.silewalsh.com/

You can purchase her new book through: https://www.buythebook.ie/

Find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silewalsh/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silewalsh1/

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You choose how your business can work smarter for you

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Deborah Jordan founder of Chuzeday, a platform built with a deep respect for time and freedom. After a serious illness in 2019, Deborah's perspective shifted and She envisioned an app that empowers solo business owners to take control of their work-life balance. She believes business should support your life - not consume it. This is Deborah's first ever podcast and She is passionate about supporting solo business owners. From a very young age Deborah was a carer for her Dad who had brain cancer, She said this thought her resilience and built a strong foundation for looking after others, including her clients. Being a third generation hair stylist, Deborah ran a busy salon, managing all aspects of the business and it stated to take its toll. In 2019, Deborah was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer and this had a huge impact on her business and her life. She needed flexibility and in creating Chuzeday, it offered her and her clients that and so much more. This is more than an app, it is a community. Check it out on http://www.chuzeday.com/

You can connect and follow Deborah on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chuzeday/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuzeSaaS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuzeday_official/

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Awaken Your Inner Light

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT

The word Solstice comes from the Latin 'solstitium', meaning 'sun stands still', referring to the brief pause in the sun's journey before it begins to shift again. In this pause, we are invited to pause too. To breathe, to reflect and to honour both the light and the shadows that have shaped our paths. In Spiritual and energetic terms, the Summer Solstice is a celebration of the life force within and around us. It is the peak of the solar year, symbolising abundance, clarity, empowerment, growth and illumination. Just as nature is in full bloom, we too are asked: "

“What within me is ready to be fully seen”?

“Where am I ready to shine my light more brightly”?

“What is reaching its full expression in my life”?

In a world that often rushes from one thing to the next, the Summer Solstice offers a gentle, powerful invitation to slow down and align with the Earth’s rhythms.

Honouring this time might look like:

Spending time in nature, soaking up sunlight with gratitude

Lighting a candle or fire to symbolise your inner light

Journaling or reflecting on your journey so far this year

Holding ceremony or meditation to release what no longer serves and to set new intentions

Celebrating with others - dancing, singing, sharing meals, laughing and embodying joy.

Most importantly, it’s a time to celebrate yourself, all the seeds that you have planted, the growth you have cultivated, and the light you have carried through challenges. It is a moment to remember that you, too, are a radiant expression of the Divine, and your presence matters deeply.

Enjoy my guided meditation and awaken your inner light.

Solstice Blessings

Sharon

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Transform Sabotage into Success

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 06:03:00 GMT

This week on The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast I am joined by the amazing Carol Look - a psychotherapist, Founding EFT Master, best-selling author international speaker and the creator of The Yes Code, her signature coaching method. She combines her traditional training as a psychotherapist with clinical hypnosis and advanced applications of EFT for unprecedented results with her clients. Such a wonderful conversation with Carol, her enthusiastic energy and vitality for life and her work is palpable, even through the screen. We spoke about how as practitioners, having a laser-like focus helps us to become better listeners, and in turn offer our clients the best strategies in helping to empower them to be their best selves. We spoke about how we sabotage our success and why. What EFT is and how it works. Why someone may resist practises that help them move forward.

Carol is a world-renowned presenter who has taught at The Omega Institute, Kripalu, The Eden Energy Fest, and the energy field's primary teaching conference. She has taught workshops all over the world and is a regularly featured energy medicine expert on leading global tele-summits. Her new book - The Yes Code - is a practical guide for those seeking to transform their lives one step at a time. Get access to the free video: The #1 Mistake People Make That Keeps Them STUCK! Along with powerful weekly abundance tips to make sure that you keep moving forward at

https://www.carollook.com/

Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carollook_eft/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-look-6066692/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarolLookEFT

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Reclaim Your Energy

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Rachel Crowder — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:03:00 GMT

Rachel Crowder joins me on The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast this week. She is a qualified Nutrition and Health Coach with a deeply personal mission: to help women reclaim their energy, reduce chronic symptoms, and feel in control of their health—through gut-focused, whole-body nutrition. Her passion for this work is rooted in lived experience. Growing up as a young carer for her mother, who battled rheumatoid arthritis and related health challenges, Rachel saw first-hand how chronic illness can affect every part of a woman’s life—and ripple through her family. With a long history of autoimmune conditions, heart disease, cancer, and stroke in her family, prevention and vitality became more than a passion—it became her purpose.

After 20 years in the retail industry, Rachel retrained in nutrition and health coaching. Her journey deepened when her husband endured over a decade of unresolved digestive issues. It wasn’t until Rachel discovered the power of gut health that everything changed. Through functional nutrition principles and root-cause strategies, his symptoms were finally resolved. Today, Rachel helps women—especially those navigating arthritis, autoimmune conditions, and hormone shifts—take back their health using practical, personalised nutrition and lifestyle changes. She believes that chronic illness doesn’t have to be your story—and your body has more healing potential than you think. Rachel also gives you the top 5 foods that will benefit you each day, simple yet effective additions that will benefit your mind and body. Rachel is trying to not only educate her clients through her 12 week program, but also the medical profession who can help to support your well-being alongside conventional medicine. She will also be speaking to the Irish Nursing Association on nutrition and gut health. To find out more about Rachel, please visit her website: https://www.rachelcrowdernutrition.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelcrowdernutrition/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-crowder-nutrition/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554638722856 This podcast is proudly partnered with: https://intothewestadventures.com/ For more information on Sharon's work as a Wellness Coach, please visit her website: https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com/

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Social Connection for Well-being

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Eoghan Roe — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT

A wonderful conversation on my podcast today with Eoghan Roe from Claremorris, Co. Mayo in the West of Ireland. Eoghan is a teacher, fitness coach and breathwork facilitator in training. He founded Run, Walk, Talk which is a free social event aimed at combating loneliness by bringing people together. Eoghan shared how even though he is only 28, he had found himself feeling isolated from others in the past and struggled with a sense of connection. He realised the importance of connection to our overall well-being. He feels there is a real need for authentic connection in our communities and being able to communicate in a safe and supportive space. Stepping into the unknown can be uncomfortable, but once you do, you realise you have the courage to do new things - exactly what Eoghan did when he created his first event a few months ago. Eoghan has learned through breathwork training that he can anchor himself into the present moment and honour his emotions without getting stuck in them which showed up as tension in his body. He has a deep passion for deepening his connection to himself and others through the practise, and offering support to others in the future. Join Eoghan in his next RUN, WALK, TALK event: Sunday - 22nd June at 9.30am in The Land of the Giants, Claremorris. Everyone is welcome. You can find out more and connect with Eoghan: https://www.instagram.com/eoghanroecoaching/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eoghan-roe-43718b294/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eoghanroecoaching

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eoghanroecoaching

This is a special episode as it is Men's Health Week - helping to raise awareness about men's mental health issues and encourage them to prioritise their well-being. For more information please go to https://mhfi.org/

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A life of Seeking, Seeing and Surrender

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Mohan Ranga Rao — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 06:01:23 GMT

Mohan Ranga Rao joined me this week on the podcast to share a beautiful conversation about how his life was forever changed by the birth and loss of his daughter, Yogita. He talks about how his life before Yogita's arrival and the moment he knew She was blind at only 4 days old, his life shattered. Mohan began a not just a medical journey but an emotional and existential one. He had to unlearn everything he thought he knew about strength, masculinity, and in the raw, unfiltered love of a Father who could not 'fix' his child. His first book: Inner Trek: A reluctant Pilgrim's Journey to Tibet was born of an unexpected calling. What began as a physical journey - a trek through the Himalayas, became a profound spiritual reckoning. The book is a reflection of that awakening, resonating with readers searching for meaning beyond the material world. His new book: Myopia: A Father's Journey into Love, Loss and Sight Beyond Vision, is not just a story of grief - it is a meditation on love stripped of all conditions, on pain as a force of transformation, on the kind of sight that only comes when the world as you know it disappears. Myopia does not offer easy resolutions or cliches about healing. It is raw, unflinching and honest about what it means to love deeply and lose completely. Mohan founded Amopia - a philosophy and community that helps individuals see suffering not as an enemy, but as a guide. Amopia blends science, spirituality and personal resilience into a framework for growth, offering courses, workshops and a community for those ready to engage with suffering as a path to wisdom.

Find out more here: https://www.amopia.co/community

Find Mohan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohanrangarao/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mohan.rangarao.39

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohan_ranga_rao/

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From Crisis to Courage

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 29 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Joining me on The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast this week is Tracy Holmes, Mother of three and wife to Andrew, who live in Co. Wicklow, Ireland. In her book - Raising Resilience, Tracy shares her profound journey through the trials of motherhood, matrescence, and the mental health challenges She faced when her twin boys were separated during their first year. In this beautiful conversation, Tracy shares openly about the premature birth of her twins and the diagnosis of Down Syndrome for one of the boys affected her. Through her raw, honest and emotionally charged memoir published by Orla Kelly Publishing, Tracy reveals the profound emotional depth of personal growth she experienced by redefining motherhood and discovering resilience by embracing vulnerabilities. This conversation and her book offer valuable insights for other women facing similar challenges, providing inspiration and support in their journeys.

You can connect to Tracy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threebrosandme/ You can buy her book from: https://www.buythebook.ie/product/raising-resilience/ This podcast is proudly partnered with https://intothewestadventures.com/ To connect with Sharon or find out more about her own books and work please visit her website: https://sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com/

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A Son’s Journey: Alcoholism, Activism & the Healing Power of Love

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 22 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In this deeply moving episode, Charlie Ryder shares his powerful journey of healing from a chaotic childhood shaped by his father's alcoholism. As he sought understanding and forgiveness, Charlie found strength in a community of young people affected by similar experiences. He opens up about caring for his mother in her final years, how her unconditional love shaped the man he is today, and how creativity—through writing, poetry, and song—became a path to healing. Charlie also speaks about his time in prison following an anti-racism protest and how that experience led him to support others in custody, offering hope and the possibility of forgiveness. His story is one of resilience, transformation, and the enduring power of love.

Connect with Charlie through: https://www.instagram.com/windsweptandinteresting1/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-ryder-41198130/ https://www.facebook.com/charlie.ryder.585

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The Fire took her Children, but not her Spirit to Survive

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 15 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Jade Horton joins me this week in a deeply emotional episode - please note that issues we discuss may be triggering - such as Child loss, domestic abuse & sexual violence.

Jade shares the trauma of a terrible fire that took place in her home on the 10th December 2020 when She lost both her children, Sienna 7 and Isaac 3. As a result of jumping 30 feet from the burning house, Jade endured horrific injuries that led to her a near death experience. In hospital, She was told She would never walk again and She underwent several operations and spent 4 week in intensive care. Jade didn't accept this and went onto to help her body heal holistically and She took her first steps after just 12 weeks. Everything She did to heal was to honour her beautiful children and She now helps other bereaved parents through her beautiful work.

To find out more about Jade, you can connect with her through: https://www.instagram.com/merkaba_holistics/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093417107223

https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@MerkabaHolistics⁩

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-horton-2b6490105/

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Whispers Through Time

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Byddi Lee — Thu, 08 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

This week I sit down with Byddi Lee - Author, Screenwriter & Playwright from Armagh in Ireland. Byddi just launched her latest book - Barren - the story of a grieving woman who communicates with her miscarried child's spirit to uncover an Ancient Irish woman's struggle to survive during a climate catastrophe. In writing this book, Byddi has drawn on her own personal experience with baby loss and infertility, as well as her academic background in Environmental Biology. The historical narrative is based on the scientifically documented Hekla 4 Icelandic volcanic eruption in 2354 BC, which She studied while working in the Paleoecology Department in Queen's University in Belfast. With its dual timeline and sharp social commentary - Barren explores the complexities of identify and family roles entangled with motherhood and legacy, critiquing how we live and our relationship with the earth. It combines intimate, personal struggles with sweeping narratives of societal change to shed light on and hold a mirror to ancient and modern environmental crises. It gives a voice to women who aren't mothers for whatever reason, a growing population yet a silent and underrepresented community in today's society and literature in general. Byddi says "Writing the book has helped me on my healing journey and I hope that it also helps others to heal too" Join her for her Dublin Book Launch on 14th May in the https://irishwriterscentre.ie/

Check out her latest book and all her other work through her website: https://byddilee.com/ or https://www.buythebook.ie/product/barren/ Find her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/byddilee/ https://www.facebook.com/byddi https://www.linkedin.com/in/byddilee/ A special mention to Frances McKenna's artwork for the cover of Barren, find more about her work here https://www.francesmckennairishart.com/ This podcast is proudly partnered with https://intothewestadventures.com/

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Freedom over Fear

Sharon Fitzmaurice and Caolan Kelly — Thu, 01 May 2025 07:09:29 GMT

Caolan Kelly joins me this week to share his story of feeling stuck and unfulfilled in his life and work. I loved Caolan’s passion and energy for how he is living his life now and helping others to reach their full potential. He has faced his own challenges in life, but through them he has become even more resilient and even took on the challenge of walking along across Europe - over 1600km to raise awareness for a Mental Health and the supports that are available to all.

After earning his MSc in BioEngineering and spending years in the corporate world, He realised he was chasing the wrong dream. He took a leap - ditching the 9-5 to build his own personal brand. In just 10 months he built an engaged audience of 15K across platforms using the power of storytelling. Now he helps businesses to master the untapped potential through his StorySelling framework - teaching you how to turn your story into your most powerful asset, build industry authority and win clients. He is on a mission to help 500 plus businesses capitalise on this rare window of opportunity. How can your origin story connect? What is our why? What was the defining moment you created or started your business? How can you inspire others? Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone? What is your vision? How can you connect with your audience on a deeper level?

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Let Caolan guide you - Contact him today! https://www.instagram.com/kelly_caolan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/caolankelly55/ https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@CaolanKelly⁩ This podcast is proudly partnered with https://intothewestadventures.com/

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The Enter-Trainer: From HR to Heart-Led with Alison Kelly

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Find out more about AlisonIn this inspiring episode, I’m joined by the high-energy and deeply insightful Alison Kelly — affectionately known as The Enter-Trainer — whose mission is to help people create careers that align with their values, aspirations, and authentic selves. With a rich background in Human Resources, recruitment, and quality management…

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Mindfulness: Helping you to move through anxiety and find peace in your mind and your life.

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

A beautiful conversation with my guest this week Eilish O'Rourke, like many of us, Eilish had experienced anxiety throughout her life. She started to look after herself and it led her to mindfulness and Reiki, she is now offering the same to others in a harmonious fusion to elevate self-awareness and foster profound healing. Her mission is to support ladies who are ready to break the cycle of only existing, allowing them to feel love, joy, fun and peace in their hearts and minds. The peace certainly flows from Eilish's energy as we share our experiences. She has taken a new step in her career direction and has recently taken to the stage to speak, she offers classes in person and online, as well as Reiki sessions in person and distantly. You can find Eilish on

Facebook Sensing Moments Mindfulness

Instagram Sensing_Moments Eilish O'Rourke | LinkedIn

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Aligning purpose with prosperity: A holistic approach to thriving in your wellness business

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Brenda Cormican, a business coach who empowers wellness professionals to build thriving, scalable businesses with purpose and impact. After spending over a decade in the hospitality industry, a career she eventually outgrew, she found herself feeling stuck and uncertain about her next steps. The birth of her first child in 2021 became a turning point, inspiring her to create a business that aligned with her passion and values. Now Brenda helps others do the same - through her signature ELEVATE program - turning their expertise and passion into profitable, fullfilling business. Through her strategic, hands-on-coaching, she guides wellness entrepreneurs to gain clarity, build confidence, and implement the right structures for long-term success.

You can find out more about her work through her website https://brendacormicanbusinesscoach.com

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Parenting Adolescents: Supporting Young Minds Without Fear

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Gina Dermody - Director of Adolessence, a beyond Psychotherapy clinic that specialises in support adolescents and families. As a child, Adolescent & Family Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor, Gina leads a team of three therapists who provide therapy to adolescents, parents, adults and couples. Established in 2011,the clinic is located in Tuam, Co. Galway, and serves the local community, surrounding schools, the greater Connacht region, and offers online services to clients in other areas.

In this episode Gina talks about what anxiety is and how it may show up in our children's lives and what we can do about it as parents. Anxiety is something to be understood.

The development of the adolescent's brain and the changes in their behaviours that parents can understand what is normal and what is temporary.

The impact of social media on our young people and how as parents we need to be the gatekeepers of their safety by keeping the lines of communication open.

To learn more about Gina's work and the Conference she has organised on the 8th April in Galway for parents and professionals to help you understand your teenagers more, please visit her website: https://www.adolessence.ie

Connect with Gina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adolessenceandbeyond/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adolessenceandbeyond/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Adolessencetuam

This podcast is partnered with https://www.intothewestadventures.com

To find out more about Sharon's work please visit her website : https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Threads of Connection: Adoption, Loss & the Power of Belonging

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 08:33:07 GMT

In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, I sit down with the incredible Ruth Owen, a woman whose life has been woven with experiences of adoption, adventure, loss, and transformation. I first connected with Ruth through a heartfelt LinkedIn post she shared about the devastating loss of her 22-year-old daughter, Charlotte, just six months ago. Her words resonated with over 141,000 people, reflecting a universal longing for community, connection, and belonging.

Ruth’s journey began with adoption at just 16 days old, shaping the trajectory of her life in ways she could never have imagined. From working in radio and television, an expedition to Antarctica, becoming a certified Mindvalley trainer, and coaching others in confidence and personal growth, Ruth has embraced life with an adventurous spirit. But alongside the highs, she has faced deep sorrow and needed time to reconnect with herself. Now, she returns with renewed purpose, ready to bring more magic into the world.

Ruth’s infectious enthusiasm and wisdom will leave you feeling uplifted, motivated, and reminded that even in life’s darkest moments, there is always the potential for new beginnings.

Tune in for a conversation filled with heart, hope, and the power of true connection.

To connect with Ruth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthowenspeaker/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthowen.coach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthowen.coach/

This podcast is proudly partnered with https://www.intothewestadventures.com

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From Crisis to Calm: Calodagh McCumiskey's Journey from Aid Work to Wellbeing

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Calodagh McCumiskey from Wexford, Ireland. We first connected through LinkedIn and immediately resonated with each other on both a personal and professional level.

Calodagh has lived a truly global life, growing up in different countries before dedicating 14 years to aid work, leading teams and managing projects in high-stress environments following man-made and natural disasters. Her time in crisis zones shaped her practical, results-driven approach to wellbeing, but the transition back to everyday life was not immediate.

After returning to Ireland, it took her several years to process everything she had experienced during her aid work across the world. To reconnect with herself, she turned to meditation, mindfulness, and the power of being present, allowing her to grow deeper roots and find acceptance. This journey led her into the field of personal development, where she now integrates the 12 key pillars of wellbeing—physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, creative, financial, community, relationships, work, digital, purpose, and environment—ensuring a holistic and impactful experience tailored to each person’s needs.

This deep understanding of whole-person wellbeing is why Calodagh and I felt so aligned, and together, we have created a transformative programme:

🌿 The Wellness Blueprint – Live Online Event | Saturday, April 12th 🌿

This event is designed to help you create a personalised wellness plan, with actionable tools for mindfulness, vitality, and growth—helping you find clarity, balance, and motivation in your life.

Join us for this powerful conversation, and don’t miss the chance to be part of The Wellness Blueprint—your path to a healthier, more fulfilled life. 💛https://sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com/workshops/2025/4/12/the-wellness-blueprint-online-workshop

To find out more about Calodagh's work please visit: https://spiritualearth.com/ https://innerrhythm.ie/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritualearth1/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calodagh-mccumiskey-mb-faibf-1b02a522/

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Photography isn’t just my job, it’s my therapy with Trevor O'Donoghue

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:05:00 GMT

My guest this week is Trevor O'Donoghue from Killarney in County Kerry, Ireland -Photographer & co- founder of Focus on Happiness.

Trevor talks about growing up under the fear of his life being cut short due to his cystic fibrosis - which had taken his Sister Karen when She was only 12 years of age. He grew up in a family that were grieving and believed the same fate awaited him.

He speaks about his anxiety and fear as a child, not being able to focus at school and he didn't form friendships very easily. Discovering photography changed his life and he found ways to express his creativity, look at life from a different perspective and saying yes to every opportunity.

Trevor created a life where is present, fully alive and exploring new ways to be creative in his life and in his work as a photographer. One of those ways is in his community - Focus on Happiness which he and his fiancee Ciara started together and it grew in huge numbers during the pandemic. They now have a growing global community that offers picture challenges, mindful check ins, workshops, a supportive community plus online and offline meetups.

The community focuses on:

Growth and reflecting in fun and creative ways.

Use picture-taking as a simple mindfulness & meditation practise.

Use social media & smart devices in healthier ways.

Join a tribe of like-minded people with positive intentions.

Trevor says "photography is not just about cameras, it is art, psychology, light, composition and storytelling."

To find out more about Trevor please connect to him on

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-o-donoghue/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focusonhappiness.ie/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fohap/

Website: https://www.focusonhappiness.ie

Thank you to our sponsorship partners https://www.intothewestadventures.com

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Breaking the Silence: Sean Blake on Recovery, Awareness & Self-Compassion

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In this powerful episode, I sit down with 43 year old Sean Blake from Dublin, Ireland, as he bravely shares his lived experience of recovering from anorexia. Sean takes us through his journey—how it all began with running, strict food choices, and pushing himself to the limits, both physically and mentally. Trapped in a cycle of self-punishment, he eventually opened up to his wife, Edel, leading him to seek support from his GP, therapist, and eventually St. Patrick's Mental Health Services.

Sean speaks openly about his time as an inpatient, the surrender of control, and the deep realisation that he was not alone. He found healing through group therapy, where he learned to cultivate self-compassion and understand that his eating disorder was a symptom of deeper struggles, dating back to childhood anxiety and low self-worth.

Today, Sean is a passionate advocate for mental health and eating disorder awareness. He has shared his story through the RTÉ documentary "Anorexia, My Family and Me", social media, and various mental health platforms, including Shine See Change, Voice Platform, BodyWhys Media Panel, and St. Patrick's SUAS Council. His mission is clear: to fight stigma, normalise conversations around mental health, and remind others that recovery is possible.

Join us for this honest, insightful, and deeply inspiring conversation. 💙

🎧 Listen now and be part of the movement to break the silence around mental health.

Connect to Sean on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seanblake80/

If you or anyone you know needs support around the issues we discussed in the podcast, please contact https://www.bodywhys.ie/

Thank you to our podcast partners https://intothewestadventures.com/

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From Numbness to Purpose: Daragh Fleming’s Journey Through Loss, Mental Health, and Healing Through Words

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Another powerful and open conversation this week with my guest Daragh Fleming from Cork in Ireland.

Daragh lost his best friend through suicide at the age of 17 and he shares how he got lost in himself, not being able to feel any emotion. He started to heal through writing and connected back to his vulnerability and truth. In doing so, he wrote his first book - Lonely Boy which in turn would help him to connect to others and become an advocate for breaking the stigma of mental health.

Daragh has gone onto to write another book - A Brief Inhalation which is available to pre-order from the 31st March and is being launched in Waterstones in Cork on the 15th April. Pre-Order his book here: https://www.brokensleepbooks.com/product-page/daragh-fleming-a-brief-inhalation

Daragh has been recognised for his work appearing in several literary magazines including Southword, Crannog, Stand and Gutter. He was highly commended for both the Patrick Kavanagh Award and the Fool for Poetry Prize in 2023 and shortlisted for the Alpine Fellowship Poetry Prize in 2024. He won the From The Well Competition in 2021 and the Ducairn Flash Competition in 2024. Daragh was also recently shortlisted for two Mental Health Media Awards for his TEDx Talk on using Creativity to enhance and maintain our mental health.

Check his website for more information https://www.Thoughtstoobig.ie

Watch his Tedx Talk https://youtu.be/1G91FndfqvI?si=bWk1Q4mkC1dhAdyn

Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daraghfleming/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daragh-fleming/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaraghFlem

To connect to Sharon or find out more about her work please go to her website https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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The Right Shoes: Self-Discovery, Resilience & Meaningful Connections

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

This week, I’m joined by the inspiring Lucy Cronly, a life coach and author of The Right Shoes – A Journey of Self-Discovery and Meaningful Connections.

Lucy’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and the power of meaningful connections.

💫 In this episode, we explore:

✔️ How losing her mother at the age of 6 shaped her journey and how she still feels the gift of her mother’s love.

✔️ Her 29-year career as a Social Care Manager and how an injury led her to a new path of learning and self-discovery.

✔️ The incredible journey of writing The Right Shoes—from an academic paper to a published book.

✔️ How her book helps readers understand their choices, embrace their personal stories, and become their own best friend during difficult times.

🎁 BONUS: A workbook to help guide your personal reflection while reading the book! Get yours by emailing Lucy.Cronly@gmail.com

📖 Buy Lucy’s Book on Amazon: The Right Shoes

🌐 Learn more about Lucy’s work: www.lucycronlycoaching.ie

📲 Connect with Lucy:🔹 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-cronly-life-coach/🔹 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/luni1995/

✨ This episode is brought to you in association with Retreats Ireland https://www.instagram.com/retreats_ireland/

🎙️ If you’d like to be a guest on the show or sponsor an episode, contact me directly.💛 Find out more about my work: www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and follow for more empowering conversations!

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Nature, Power & Presence: Redefining Who We Are

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

This week, I sit down with Cormac Noonan, a transpersonal therapist, men’s work facilitator, and author of two books for young men: Discover Your Destination and Craft Your Character. 🌿

✨ He is also the founder of Wolf Academy, an organisation integrating practical well-being solutions into education.💬

In This Episode, We Explore:

🔹 Reclaiming Personal Power – Healing from past trauma & finding strength

🔹 Masculinity & Emotional Well-being – Why embracing feminine energy brings balance

🔹 The Role of Nature – How presence in nature reconnects us to ourselves

🔹 Creating Safe Spaces – The power of men’s work & emotional release

🔹 Bringing Well-being into Schools – Cormac’s mission with Wolf Academy

🎙️ Cormac’s Journey: Cormac opens up about losing his power through abuse, how it led to toxic patterns of manipulation, and how he found healing through safe spaces where he could release rage and grief. Now, he is dedicated to empowering others to reclaim their own strength through authenticity and presence.

🌍 Learn More About Cormac & Wolf Academy:

🔗 Website:www.wolfacademy.ie

📸 Instagram:@cor_mac_tire

💼 LinkedIn:Cormac Noonan

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Redefining Normal: A Journey from Anorexia to Advocacy

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is the remarkable Conor Nolan, a 26 year old from Co. Cavan in Ireland who was diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa when he was just 12 years of age.

Conor speaks so openly about how his interest in sport and exercise led him to comparing himself to older sports people and as a child believed if he worked harder, lost weight that he would feel or perform better.

He shares how counselling helped him and he went on to later write his own story in detail - his book 'Normal' was published in 2020. He now is an advocate for mental health and speaks regularly to young people in schools and colleges about normal mental health wellbeing.

Along with his business partier Tiernan Harris, they are co-funded by the European Commission through the European Solidarity Corps for a year long project during which they collect surveys from students to gather their outlooks on mental health both before and after their talks.

Conor's story is one of lived experiences and he shares tips and tools that have worked for him in his recovery.

Please check out his work through their website: www.normalmentalwellbeing.com

You can find Conor on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/conor_n7/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-nolan-a4946717a/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conor.nolan.3954

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@conor_n7

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The intersection of Faith and Neuroscience

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

My guest Dr. Andrea LaFountain joins me this week as we discuss the deeper questions about our connection to God.

We discuss how neuroscience, theology and behaviour are combined in her work and in her life.

We discuss spirituality and the soul.

Returning to love

Free will and choice

Finding answers to our questions

Andrea always had a desire to help people understand themselves and went onto earn her PhD in Neuroscience and completed her Masters in Theology.

She recently came back to her roots in the Catholic Faith after 36 years of Protestantism. She is the founder of Truth First, a non profit group purposed to prosper sanctification in believers and leadership excellence in the church.

She writes and speaks on a variety of Christian issues that get to the heart, soul and mind of the matter.

https://www.truth-first-ministry.com/

This podcast is in association with https://www.instagram.com/retreats_ireland/

To connect with Sharon or find out about her work/upcoming events please go to https://www.linktr.ee/SharonFitzmaurice

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Mastering Your Mind

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Danielle Serpico is the founder of The BlackBelt MasterMind ACADEMY (est. 2011) Danielle started her entrepreneurial journey at 16yrs of age and by 19 she had already established her first of three Restaurants. In 2009 life threw her a curveball and she pivoted with it deep into self development and mastering the art of self sovereignty - studying hypnosis, psychology, Neuro - Linguistic Programming (NLP) and the influence and affect that subconscious communication has on us, on others, our business and our lives. As a BlackBelt and European Champion Martial Artist, Danielle knows what it means to focus, have tenacity and succeed - and her favourite quote “A blackbelt is simply a white belt that never gave up,” was the inspiration for the foundation of The BBMM ACADEMY. Over the past 15 years she has helped countless start-ups establish themselves, businesses to grow and individuals to thrive. She is a seasoned Radio Broadcaster and had her own shows Radio MasterMind on Charity Radio and MindMatters on 103.2 FM for many years. Danielle’s passion is in words and communication so it is no surprise that she has also studied Script Writing with the Gaiety Theatre as well as being the Author of two books - the acclaimed self development book‘The BlackBelt MasterMind’, and recently this year, the Number 1 Best Seller ’TerraNova’ a young adult fantasy novel.And as founder of "The BlackBeltMasterMind ACADEMY" thousands of students have trained and qualified under her guidance and tutelage, becoming Certified NLP Practitioners and MasterMind Coaches and discovering how when we know how and where to direct our energy, focus and words … our world can truly expand.Now its your turn to learn from the best in the field of Psychology, Hypnosis and Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)!

To find out more about Danielle's amazing work please go to https://courses.theblackbeltmastermind.com/

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Gentle Warrior

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is South African born Janine Schuller - a Sangoma (African Medicine Women) & Prophet, initiated traditionally in the townships of Cape Town, by both the Zulu and Xhosa Tribes.

Although she lives in Ireland with her Irish husband, she returns to the townships most years to meet her Tata (African Father) and enter into ceremony with her Ancestors.

Janine shares how She was called to be a Sangoma and the ceremonies that took place in the townships were not always welcoming, but She formed a new family and tribe.

She also shares her personal challenges through miscarriages and how accepting She would not be a Mother has brought her peace in her life now.

Janine is most passionate about helping people build a relationship with themselves (to trust their intuition); their Ancestors (to know where their messages are coming from and trust them) and with others (to be of service in their own unique way). She shares her own experiences in hope that those listening find their own inner Gentle Warrior and lead their own way.

Janine is qualified as a Creative Mindfulness Kids Practitioner, has a Major Award in Early Childhood and Care Education and is currently upgrading her Special Needs Assistance training. Although she isn’t 100% sure where this training is taking her and the additional training she may be taking on, she is confident she is stepping firmly into an Advocator Role.

Find out more about her work and offerings through her website https://www.yourgentlewarrior.com

This episode is in association with https://www.instagram.com/retreats_ireland/

If you would like to sponsor an episode of this podcast or find out more about Sharon's upcoming evens, please go to https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Don't Let Perfection Steal Your Dreams

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

My guest today is the amazing talented Julie Burke or known on social media as JulesRulesIrl. A social media sensation with over 40k followers across facebook, Instagram and TikTok, in just 4 years Julie has taken the digital world by storm, selling out speaking events, mentoring women in business growth, and even headlining her own stand up gigs.

In this episode Julie talks about showing up as yourself and standing out in your own unique way.

Finding an outlet for your creativity to share joy and insights that we can all relate to.

Being mindful of your own needs as a Mother.

Accepting accolades as women and being proud of your achievements.

Moving into your forties with confidence.

Share what you know and stop letting perfection be a thief of your dreams and goals.

Women supporting women.

Finding a balance in your role as a Mother in your career and home.

Such a wonderful conversation with Julie and She has so much wisdom to share.

Please follow her on

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julesrulesirl/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/julie.mcbride.58760

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@julesrulesirl

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Building Connection - Valuing what really matters in your life

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:52:47 GMT

The last episode of 2024 and in this episode I share with you a little bit more about my work, the people I have had the honour of working with and how we can all support and encourage each other to build connections, relationships and communities whilst honouring what we value about ourselves, our time and energy.

I will also bring you on a guided self-awareness practice using breath, mindfulness and inquiry into your current values and self-perception.

I want to thank all my guests that have shared so much of themselves on my show and to you the listeners who make every moment of it so worthwhile.

Thank you for your support this year. I look forward to sharing more inspirational stories in 2025

Spotlighting West of Ireland business Wildlands.ie today -
Wildlands is a premier adventure destination just outside Galway, offering a wide range of outdoor and indoor activities for all ages. Outdoors, experience the thrill of Zip ‘N’ Trek, Off-Road Adventure, Archery, Frisbee Golf, Fairy Trails, and Orienteering. Indoors, challenge yourself on the Ninja Warrior Course, Fun Walls, or immerse in our Celtic-themed Challenge Rooms. Perfect for families, groups, and corporate events, Wildlands also features luxury cabin stays and the Olive Tree Kitchen for a truly memorable getaway.

Find them on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

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The Power of Saying It as It is

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Jan Brierton, a mam, a fashion
stylist, and a poet.

Her first collection What Day Is It? Who
Gives a F*ck was published in 2021

after Jan’s first ever poem went viral
during lockdown.

Everybody Is a Poem: Midlife in Rhymes is
Jan’s second collection published by New Island.

In this pocket-sized book Jan riffs on
menopause, midlife, the mental load, friendships,

relationships, loss, and self-acceptance.

On its release, Jan’s second collection
made the top 10 paperback non-fiction book charts.

Plain-speaking and completely relatable,
each of these 52 poems are served with Jan’s signature combination of humour,
wit, and poignancy.

This is poetry for everybody.

Since the publication of her debut book,
Jan has appeared on RTE Nationwide, TV3’s Six O Clock show, RTE Radio 1’s
Brendan O Connor Show, Ray Darcy Show, 2Fm, 98FM, The Irish Times Women’s
podcast and Mamia & Me with Amy Huberman. Jan’s poems have been shared on
social media by Jo Whiley and Emma Barnett (BBC Women’s Hour) with over 30K
views. Jan is the resident poet on the Ray Darcy Show on RTE Radio 1.

With her passion for keeping poetry
accessible, Jan’s poems come to life with her engaging live performances. In
May 2024 Jan opened with her hero Dr John Cooper Clark in Dublin’s 3Olympia
Theatre, where she debuted her homage to his world famous ‘I Wanna Be Yours’ with her modern love poem ‘You’ll Always Be For
Me’

She has read her poems on The Word and
Manifesto stages at Electric Picnic, The London Irish Centre, The Mutiny
Theatre, St Annes Park Rose Festival, Five Lamps Arts Festival, Drogheda Arts
Festival, Dublin City Libraries and the Liberties Festival.

Jan’s poems ‘But’ and ‘Sound Body’ have
featured in both of Aoibhin Garrihy’s poetry anthologies.

Jan brought her live show Wild Words to
Dublin’s Ambassador Theatre in November 2024, celebrating the power of poetry
and prose with Donna Ashworth, PJ Gallagher and Emmet Kirwan.

2025
will see Jan open for John Cooper Clark in The London Palladium, The Nottingham
Royal Concert Hall and the Manchester Co-Op Arena.

Jan continues to write and perform
alongside her mam duties and her career as a creative director and fashion
stylist.

Instagram
: @jbgoodtome

Literary
Agent: Faith O Grady at Lisa Richards faith@lisarichards.ie

Live: Eavan Kenny at Lisa Richards eavan@lisarichards.ie

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Survivor to Spotlight

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Empowering voices against Sexual Violence - TRIGGER WARNING

Please follow & Share - Thank you for listening.

My guest this week is Annie O'Dea, a model and content creator from the west of Ireland.

Annie has built an impressive career, with features in British Vogue and collaborations with numerous Irish brands. She was the second runner-up in Miss Universe Ireland

But Annie’s journey goes far beyond fashion and beauty.

She entered Miss Universe with a powerful purpose: to raise awareness about sexual assault and advocate for survivors.

As someone who lives with PTSD, she understands first hand the importance of openly discussing these experiences, the triggers that can arise, and the lasting effects that follow.

Annie’s passion is to support those affected by trauma and help educate others on these crucial issues.

Her ultimate goal is to create safe spaces for survivors to share their stories, fostering understanding and empathy in communities everywhere.

To follow Annie ⁠https://www.instagram.com/annieodea123/⁠

If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the things we spoke about today please contact your local ⁠Rape Crisis Centre ⁠

Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Author & Podcast host, if you would like to be featured on the show or sponsor an episode to promote your business please contact her through ⁠https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com⁠

This episode is sponsored by
www.rachelwebbceramics.ie

Full Christmas collection available now online. Rachel is preparing for her annual trip to “Gifted” crafts and design fair at the RDS Dublin. 4th-8th December. Stand 136 and putting the finishing touches to a lot of new work and old favourites this week.

Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rachelwebbceramics/

Rachel Webb is a ceramic artist based in the West of Ireland. A graduate of Fine Art in Ceramics, she applies her knowledge & skill to create unique, contemporary pieces and sculptures.

Rachel’s elegant work is hand-built & crafted in her studio in Galway City. Her passion is showcasing the beauty and purity of porcelain through her work. She loves the nature of porcelain with it’s fragility and permanence, and ability to capture moments in time. Attention to detail during each stage of the making process ensures a high end finish. Her intention and ethos is to make each and every piece a work of art in it’s own right.

From her ever popular Connemara Raindrop photo holders, delicate tea light holders and impactful sculptural vases, to her seasonal Christmas ornaments, her work represents & reflects a respect for the material and a unique sense of design & craftsmanship.

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Knowing your Why

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

The why of anything you do is the question we keep coming back to when we are struggling or feeling challenged whether that is in our relationships, careers or businesses.

My guest this week is Samantha Kelly an Award Winning Twitter(X) and LinkedIn Expert, Social Media Trainer, Author & Tedx Speaker.

Samantha shares very honestly the reason She started out on her own entrepreneurial journey with an appearance on Dragon's Den and how She wanted something better for herself and her daughters.

She has suffered with alcohol addiction, marriage breakdown and finding it hard to make ends meet financially, She wanted more and She found a way to make it happen.

This was the start of an amazing journey into who Samantha is today and the thousands of people She helps globally online and in person.

She offers so much to others and I have seen proof of that not only in the years knowing her online but even on my podcast today, She continues to inspire and support small businesses with valuable and real tips to help and support others reach their full potential.

She has many programmes, masterclasses, training events online and in person that can help you find your why and put yourself out there so that others know who you are and what you are offering.

Find out more on https://www.tweetinggoddess.com

https://youtu.be/NUPLc0sayx4?si=8bxq0WfAAvW9lgf4

Featured in Forbes

Named as 50 Top Social Medial Marketing Influencers 2018

Named as one of the Top 37 Social Medial Influencers to follow in 2019

International Women’s Day – Top 100 Influencers on Gender Equality and Diversity 2019

Top 100 B2B Thought Leaders and Influencers by Thinkers360

150 Women B2B Thought Leaders you should follow in 2023

Top 20 Social Media Influencers in 2020

Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Author & Podcast host from the West of Ireland. If you would like to find out more about her work or to be guest on her podcast please see https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Survival Instinct

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

An innate capacity to stay alive and to stay safe during huge devastation.

My guest this week Rachel Gotto has come through some of the worst experiences in her life, her instinct for survival took over in those moments to keep her safe and functioning.

Rachel lost her husband Nick in a diving accident when She was only 29 and 6 months pregnant with her daughter. Becoming a sole parent, to battling a brain tumour that left her temporarily paralysed. Her journey of recovery is a testament to the power of resilience and a strong mindset. Now She inspires others to overcome their own obstacles and build unshakeable resilience in their lives and workplaces through her work as a Crisis Coach, Transformational Speaker, Best selling Author, TEDx Speaker and Radio Guest.

You can contact Rachel through her website https://www.rachelgotto.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelgotto/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelvgotto/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RachelGottoOfficial

Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Author & Podcast Host based in Co. Galway, Ireland. If you would like to be a guest on the show or find out more about her work, please visit https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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You have the power to change how you do things

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

A powerful conversation with my guest this week.

We talked about

Checking in with yourself

What is important to you

What your values are

Having a beginner mind

Having empathy with action

Realising that your inner wisdom is always available to you if you take the time to listen and learn to trust yourself.

Hilary Connor is a Spiritual Well-Being Coach and Author. A natural intuitive with a depth of

expertise in coaching and mindfulness teaching, Hilary combines her skills to help her clients awaken

awareness of their own natural intelligence and live a life of meaning, purpose and flourishing.

She opened her Wellbeing practice in 1999 in Gorey, Co Wexford and has built an international

client base. In addition to one-to-one spiritual therapy and coaching sessions, Hilary regularly

teaches the MBSR programme, mindfulness classes and spiritual development groups online and in

person. In the community, she also shares her skills to help people build sustainable wellbeing

practices into the fibre their lives through partnerships with the Irish Cancer Society, corporate

organisations and in her teaching role with the education and training boards across Dublin and

Wexford.

Hilary holds an MSc in Mindfulness-based well-being and an H Dip in Coaching Psychology, both

from UCC. She is highly trained in building Workplace Well-Being through mindfulness and coaching

interventions. Hilary is also a Certified Hypnotherapist and has qualifications in counselling and

neuroscience. https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilary-connor-065a8a97/

www.mindconsultancy.ie

https://www.instagram.com/mindconsultancyhilaryconnor/

https://www.facebook.com/mindconsultancywithhilaryconnor

Sharon Fitzmaurice is a holistic wellness Coach, Author & Podcast host based in the West of Ireland. If you would like to be a guest on the show or find out more about Sharon's work please see details below https://www.linktr.ee/SharonFitzmaurice

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Do you have a message you want to share with the world?

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Did you ever think of writing your book?

Well my next guest will help you every step of the way.

Orla Kelly, an accomplished Irish book publisher and founder of Orla Kelly Publishing, has guided hundreds of clients through the self-publishing journey over the past 10 years, helping them craft professional, high-quality books that resonate with their readers. Orla’s passion for her work and personalised approach ensures that every book she publishes reflects the unique voice and vision of its author, making her a trusted ally for anyone considering writing and publishing their book. Whether looking to share your message to attract more clients and grow your business, or have your book as a memoir, sharing your story and leaving a lasting legacy, Orla has your back. Through her innovative programs, including 1:1 support, Orla publishes books that make a real difference in people’s lives.

Orla is my publisher and has helped me to get my message out to the world in 3 of published books.

Don't hesitate and contact her today for a free consultation call and explore your ideas with her, I promise you won't be disappointed.

Orla has kindly offered a discount on her one to one or 10 week program starting in January 2025 for anyone that tells her they have come through my recommendation.

Use this LINK

Check her out today https://www.orlakellypublishing.com

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlakellyselfpublishing/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/orlakellypublishing

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orlakellypublishing/

Sharon Fitzmaurice is a holistic wellness coach, author and podcast host based in the west of Ireland. If you would like to be a guest on her podcast, or find out more about her work or books please check out link below https://www.linktr.ee/SharonFitzmaurice

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Open the door to let opportunity flow

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Week 4 in my Irish Abroad series and my guest this week is Sinead Naughton from New Inn, Co. Galway who has lived in New York for the past 30 years. Sinead is a retired History teacher who now operates bars restaurants in NYC and NJ with her husband Scott. Sinead is involved with various networks in NYC and is a long time volunteer with Concern Worldwide.

This was a wonderful chat and a chance to reconnect, as myself and Sinead had been school mates from 1983 to 1988 in the Mercy Convent in Tuam, Co. Galway, this is the first time we have spoken since then! We shared memories of our time in secondary school and the teachers that had an impact on us growing up and in later years as adults.

Sinead shared how her family in Ireland are such a big part of her life and the memories of her late Father still flow through her words today.

Sinead shared how the pandemic changed so much in the hospitality industry and how businesses have had to adapt since then.

We also spoke about creating opportunities for ourselves and sometimes that is by putting ourselves out there, even when we feel like we are out of our comfort zones.

Sinéad and Scott enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and having fun with their lovely English bulldog. Sinéad gets back to Ireland pretty often and treasures spending time with her family and young nieces and nephews.

You can connect to Sinead through LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sinead-naughton-2072b7b/

Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Author and Podcast Host based in Co Galway. If you would like to be a guest on her podcast or contact her regarding any of the topics discussed on the show please do so through her website https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Staying focused on your goals

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Week 3 of my Irish Abroad series and this week my guest is David Ryan, originally from Mayo in the West of Ireland and now living in Canada.

From the decision to immigrate to Canada, David and his Fiancee Shauna were hit by obstacles that were out of their control, but that didn't stop them from moving forward and setting up life in Canada.

Once there, David shared how they went from having all their belongings stolen to a near fatal car accident, PTSD and severe online abuse followed but they never gave up.

I told David that their story would make for a great movie!

Now David works as a mortgage broker and his intention is to help fellow Irish in Canada with educating and guiding them in mortgages and home ownership in Canada.

An inspirational story, David leans into the challenges as he learns more about himself and that you can change direction anytime you wish to follow your goals.

To connect to David please follow him on Instagram on https://www.instagram.com/david.mortgagesandmotors/

on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-ryan-948b98a7/

Email Davidryanmortgages@outlook.com

If you would like to be a guest on this show please contact Sharon through her website https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Life, love & laughing in New York City

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

This is the second in my series of Irish Abroad and my guest this week is Katie Boyle an Irish Comedian in New York City who is originally from Kildare.

She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Visual Arts from Dun Laoighaire Institute of Art, Design & Technology, after graduation She moved to New York city where She began to perform her stand up comedy acts. She now performs all across America and Ireland.

In this episode Katies shares how stand up is a form of therapy, as you get to say what you want without anyone interrupting you!

Katie did actual therapy for over a year in America and it helped her to understand and identify what was conditioning from her childhood and where She was projecting her negative patterns in her life, friendships and relationships.

A great chat with this amazing young lady who in July 2023 was named a JFL International New Face at the largest international comedy festival in the world, which is called Just For Laughs in Montreal.

Katie has headlined clubs across the United States and Ireland, and brought her hour to Dublin and Cork earlier this year to sold-out shows. She has featured in the Hollywood Reporter, Irish Independent and The Irish Times and her work has featured in Laughing Skull, Women in Comedy, Kansas City Irish Fest and on SiriusXM.

Katie also hosts The Shift Podcast which She and guests discuss sex and dating from an Irish perspective. She is currently touring her new hour Terapy and will play Liberty Hall in Dublin on the 18th October.

You can find out more about Katie through her website www.katieboylecomic.com

Follow her on Instagram
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YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@katieboylecomic

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Standing in Your Power

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

So lovely to connect with my guest Paulyne Brown again in our chat on this week's episode.

We chat about connecting years ago at a James Van Praagh training week in Dublin and how we were eased out of our comfort zones in demonstrating in front of crowd.

Paulyne shares how her faith bonded her family in life and in death through the loss of her brother over 30 years ago.

She shares how her daughter starting sensing Spirit when She was quite young and Paulyne found herself learning more and awakening her connection to Spirit and leading her on a path that finds her working and demonstrating the connection of life after physical death.

We actually spoke so much about our own personal experiences of standing in the power, trusting and allowing and remembering that we are always being guided.

Paulyne Brown is a naturally gifted psychic medium and has worked for the spiritual world for over 20+ years. She has over the years been trained and tested for her gift and holds high award certifications for her abilities from one of the most prestigious organisations in the movement of spiritualism - the Spiritualist National Union. As her mission is to bring healing and comfort to those who have had loss in their life and also to help those who wish to follow in her footsteps as psychic mediums so to train others to share their gift at a high standard and to this she has traveled extensively to help bring that comfort and evidence of survival after death to many via one to one readings, workshops in various countries ie America, Norway, Scotland, England to name a few. Pauline is no stranger also to helping those who have not had closure on their loved ones passing ie, missing people, cold cases with great insights and success. Also she is a fully qualified Clinical hypnotherapist and studied with the London College of Clinical Hypnosis and obtained her Diploma & Practitioner’s Certificate. She is also a member of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis for over 20+ years. Her passion is to help those who need healing to self-heal both mentally and physically through her hypnotherapy practice of hypnosis. She has worked with many clients for physical illnesses with great success, weight loss, menopause, bruxism,

You can contact Paulyne through her website www.paulynebrown.com

Follow her over on Instagram & Facebook

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The story of your Grief is also the story of your Love

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT

What a beautiful conversation with Orlaith Sheill in this episode as we discuss grief and loss.

Orlaith is a registered clinical counsellor and accredited supervisor in Sydney, Australia with over 20 years of experience inclusive of group facilitation, education and speaking.

Orlaith is originally from Ireland and shares why She loves working and living in Australia now. Seeking adventure Orlaith went there as a backpacker and loves the lifestyle and opportunities.

She now works a lot with the Irish in Australia through the many transitions we all experience in life.

We chat about what Grief and Loss means and that it is not just about the physical loss of our loved ones, but also the loss of relationships, loss of identify, children leaving home and living in a different way after the loss of anything or anyone in your life.

Orlaith shares how the loss of her brother in her twenties affected her and how it has helped her to empathise with her clients in holding space for all feelings.

We also spoke about

The importance of speaking about our loss and grief

Life after loss

Being heard

Support & Counselling

Our identity after loss

Continued bonds

Opening the conversation around death while you are alive

As a trained Family Systems Therapist and Specialist in Grief, Fertility and Perinatal work, Orlaith supports individuals, couples and families. Her career spans across a variety of settings such as Not for Profit, private practice, education, corporate, and with fertility clinics. Orlaith has extensive experience in grief, loss, and trauma having worked in Post Adoption, grieving sudden unexpected death in babies and children, stillbirth, pregnancy loss, termination and neonatal death. Orlaith provides support in perinatal period, and the adjustment to parenthood. Orlaith has a strong academic and clinical background, is an experienced educator, teaching for many years in the field of counselling.

To connect with Orlaith please do so through her website

Follow Orlaith on Instagram & LinkedIn

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Someone Like Me

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Vanessa Mooney from Tullamore in Co. Offaly in Ireland. Vanessa was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 40, only two months after her Sister Veronica's diagnosis, and around the same time their brother was diagnosed with a terminal illness. They had already lost their Mother to cancer in 2015.

Vanessa felt very isolated during her treatment and it not only affected her physical health, but also her mental health, which She speaks openly about in our chat. The changes to her body, her femininity and how She saw or felt about herself has dramatically changed. She is learning to love herself again and is very mindful of listening to her body and her own needs.

As a result of the rollercoaster of emotions She experienced during her diagnosis and treatment, Vanessa is developing an app called Someone Like Me to create a supportive space for cancer patients, survivors, friends and families. This app is aimed at helping others navigate resources which connects users by age and location, allowing them to share experiences, join private chats, and access resources like Marie Keating Foundation and the Irish Cancer Society. It offers tools such as local meetups, live podcasts and information on services like physiotherapy, yoga, fitness classes, diet and nutrition, wig specialists and many more supports. The app also includes a separate section for spouses, family and friends of cancer patients, offering guidance on how to provide support.

Vanessa shared that it was difficult to talk about her feelings with loved ones during her treatment, and she frequently turned to the internet, which often worsened her anxiety. Her goal is to offer a trusted space for others going through similar experiences. She emphasised that the app is part of her healing journey, and her mission is to ease the struggle of others.

To keep the app free, Vanessa is seeking donations to cover development costs. Businesses interested in sponsorship or advertising can contact her direct via her website www.someonelikeme.ie

Please DONATE whatever you can to
Someone Like me! A Mobile App to help support, inform and connect Cancer Patients and Survivors | Crowdfunding Page (idonate.ie)
https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/VanessaMooney

to help keep the app free

You can follow Vanessa on Instagram

If you would like to be a guest on my podcast please contact me through www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Surviving to Thriving

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Trigger Warning: In this episode we talk about sexual assault/violence - if you have been affected by any of these please contact your local Rape Crisis Centre

Anna Slattery shares with us a traumatic event that She endured at only 18 years of age whilst in college in Galway and how She found the courage to survive the attack and move forward with the support of family, friends and the Galway Rape Crisis Centre.

Anna volunteered with RCC for many years fundraising and went on to train as a crisis counsellor to help others in similar situations.

I had worked with Anna in 2016 when She attended as my client and She says this was the start of her healing process. She went onto further her own development and recovery through other modalities and is now a practitioner in Reiki, IET, Rahanni, Crystal Healing & Cacao ceremonies.

Having a background in Art, Anna teaches classes and combines her creative mindfulness practices and is currently studying Forest School Leadership for Children.

A bubbly and passionate soul, Anna shows that letting go, finding forgiveness and being aware of her own needs has helped her to move through other challenges that She has faced in life, including the passing of her Dad and the loss of Willow to miscarriage. She embraces life with a smile and a willingness to help others.

You can follow or contact Anna directly through

Willow and Soul

Instagram or Facebook

To find out more about Sharon's work or to contact her directly please go to her website

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Awakening to Life

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT

My guest this week is Celine O'Donovan who is a native of Galway city on the West coast of Ireland. Following an international career in marketing, her life was transformed after a diagnosis of breast cancer in 2016.

Celine shares how she fell apart, broke down and opened to awakening the energy of her being and how She showed up for herself in her own life.

Celine is a published author of 2 books, a qualified life coach, Reiki Master, now a Podcaster and feels like the adventure is only beginning.

Contact Celine directly through her website www.celineodonovan.com / www.linktr.ee/celineodonovan

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please contact Sharon directly on www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Raising Awareness through Personal Experiences

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 06:43:33 GMT

It's been awhile! So happy to be back sharing amazing stories of resilience and this time I have the most wonderful guest - my husband John Fitzmaurice.

John was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer in June 2023 and today he shares his journey to date in the hope of raising awareness. We are all so proud of him.

Please do SHARE this episode with everyone you know - it may save their lives.

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Journey with Brigid

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 17:16:39 GMT

Guided visualisation to connect with Goddess Brigid for healing, inspiration and wisdom.

Guided by Sharon Fitzmaurice

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Creating lasting changes in your life & business with Feng Shui with Patricia Lohan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT

What a passionate guest this week, Patricia Lohan - Feng Shui expert, speaker & author was born and bred in Galway in the West of Ireland and is now living her dream travelling and working all over the world.
Patricia is the creator of Powerhouse Feng Shui and Author of 'The Happy Home - A guide to creating a happy, healthy, wealthy life and become a business powerhouse using Feng Shui'.
Patricia helps people all over the globe to embrace Feng Shui which creates lasting changes within your life, relationships, business and home.
Patricia has featured in media all around the world and her passion is helping others to live better and fuller lives.
You can find her on www.patricialohan.com or on Instagram or join her Free community group on Facebook
In this episode we spoke about

Where it all started
The passion of creating the life you want
Finding true love
Creating changes can help bring flow and movement into your life.

How colour can help or hinder us
Your home has a personality too!
Time to clear our the knicker drawer

A fun filled and informative chat with Patricia today, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Until next time. www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Nourish your mind and body during Perimenopause with Jennifer Woodward

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Episode 101 and my wonderful guest is Jennifer Woodward who holds a Masters of Science in Integrated Nutrition and is a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, She is also a board certified Functional Wellness Coach.
Jennifer is the Executive Director of the Association of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Professionals, where She is mentored by Reed Davis - another of my former guests.
Jennifer is the creator of the acclaimed FDN Business School and She loves helping new FDNs thrive professionally.
She also completed a 3 month long internship with Dr. Kryin Dunston getting hands on training in women's hormones.
In this episode we spoke about

What is perimenopause and the hallmark symptoms
Mood disturbances -heightened anxiety & depression
Nutrition & re-balancing your mind and body
Mineral deficiencies & tracking your food intake
Role of estrogen & progesterone in our bodies
Essential proteins
Weight issues & how to stop cravings
Are you running on an empty tank?
Practical & Actionable steps to self-care
What lessons can we learn from our great-great-great Grandmothers?

Download Jennifer's free guide to 3 recipes for balancing core hormones through her website www.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com
Follow Jennifer on Instagram & Facebook
To contact Sharon Fitzmaurice please go to www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Building strong relationships with yourself & others with Nicolas Rion

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Episode 100 and my guest this week is Nicolas Rion, a personal and professional relationship coach, who supports individuals to build strong, healthy and sustainable relationships. He started coaching in 2017 and has trained with one of the world's leading coaching schools - The Co-Active Training Institute, accredited by the International Coaching Foundation. Nicolas is also trained in Non violent communication - a framework for resolving conflict through empathy, honesty, strength and compassion.
In this episode we spoke about

Growing up in France
How the loss of a parent shapes your life
Depression opens the door to finding your true self
The mechanisms we use can be helping or hurting you
Values and building a relationship with yourself
Making hard choices
Strengthening your boundaries
Non Violent Communication
Listening to your needs
The positive benefits in our life lessons

You can connect to Nicolas through his website www.nicolasrion.com or through LinkedIn

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How to work with your dreams to achieve your life vision with Machiel Klerk

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Episode 99 and my guest today is Machiel Klerk, author of Dream Guidance, connecting to the soul through dream incubation.
Machiel is the founder of the organisation Jung Platform which focuses on providing quality programs for personal development from a soul-centred perspective. He is an internationally recognised and gifted dream-worker and also a mental health therapist, speaker and author.
You can check out more of Machiel's work through his website www.machielklerk.com
In this episode we spoke about

Learning from local cultures and traditions
Our dream world is just as important as our waking world
We all have gifts to share
Creating a sense of curiosity
Our dreams help us become unstuck and offer us support
Healing through our dreams
Listening to your soul's guidance
Remembering the joy of life
Guidance and Wisdom is always available
How a dream became a life vision

You can connect to Machiel on Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

To connect to Sharon please go to her website www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Finding what's missing within myself with Ryan McDaid

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:39:50 GMT

Episode 98 and my guest is Ryan McDaid - creator and host of The Infinite Creators Podcast. Ryan grew up in a small rural town in Ireland, feeling insecure and caring what others thought. Unsure how to love himself and being part of generational trauma put Ryan on a path of seeking external validation.
He found success in business only to realise he was poorer and still unable to find happiness, this sent Ryan on an internal journey that led to connecting to his true self. He found peace, joy, happiness, direction and love - something that was and is always there. Follow Ryan over on Instagram
In this episode we spoke about

What we believe brings us happiness
Soul connection
Allowing space to be curious
Seeking validation
Supressing our shadow
Claiming your power
Owning your truth within the darkness
Plant medicine and seeing our infinite potential
Trusting the process
Acknowledging the transformations
Priorities

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Life before, during and after cancer with Natasha Whelehan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 31 May 2023 22:47:43 GMT

Episode 97 and my guest is Natasha Whelehan - a life and career coach for cancer survivors. Prior to becoming a coach and setting up her own practice, she worked for over 10 years as a corporate recruiter plus did a stint in HR in Australia and Northern Ireland.
In 2017 Natasha was diagnosed with breast cancer as a young Mum to 2 kids (4 and 17 months at the time) she was just 39. Her treatment plan included 3 surgeries, chemo and 6 weeks of radiotherapy. Natasha's cancer was hormone driver so she is currently on hormone therapy and will continue to take these drugs for another 5 years.
Natasha has experienced first hand the emotional and physical impact of a cancer diagnosis and is passionate about supporting her clients in their journey as they navigate life after cancer.
She works with cancer survivors in a number of ways through general life coaching supporting clients as they discover what is important to them now, what they want to bring forward in to their life after cancer and what they want to leave behind.
She supports clients as they create a vision for their life after cancer and help them put in place actionable steps towards this 'new normal'.
Career coaching draws on her extensive experience as a recruiter and can include job search, managing work boundaries, interview preparation right through to supporting someone as they step towards recovery.
Natasha is offering a Summer special 90 minute focused coaching session for just 50 euro for the month of June.
In this episode we spoke about the impact and ripple effect of cancer and its treatment. Listening to your body. How it effects you, your life, your relationships and the support you need whilst going through it. Natasha shared how her values changed during and after the treatment and how she followed her passion and is now helping others in her coaching practice. She really shares the real life issues of surviving cancer and that is does get messy but you can get through it.

You can find out more to Natasha on www.natashawhelehan.com or follow her on Instagram @natasha_coachingafter.cancer

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Holding a mirror up to the parts of ourselves we have become so good at hiding with Rob Dudgeon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:12:48 GMT

Episode 96 and my guest this week is Rob Dudgeon. A personal trainer, mental health and wellbeing coach living in Dublin but haling from Galway.
His passion for wellbeing stemmed from his own painful struggles and adversity for over 3 decades. His purpose is now to use his experiences and education to help others.
In this episode we spoke about

Childhood experiences & learned behaviours
Struggling with life

Being a product of your environment
The simple goals can still be hard when struggling with anxiety
New love and old patterns
Self-Reflection and Choices
No-one is coming to save you
Holding a mirror up to yourself

Finding tools that help you
Looking at your lifestyle for realistic progress
Self-Compassion & Somatic practices
Feeling safe within yourself
Showing up for yourself & others

You can connect to Rob through Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/rob.wellbeingcoach/
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The joys & struggles of parenting with Cathy O'Byrne

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 10 May 2023 23:02:10 GMT

Episode 95 and my guest this week is Cathy O'Byrne who is an experienced and accredited Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and Play Therapist, now specialising in Compassionate and Empowering Parent Support.
Cathy has worked as a primary school teacher, trainer and facilitator and psychotherapist in various settings. She works from a systemic integrative and humanistic perspective, using creative approaches to resource and empower parents towards great awareness, confidence, knowledge and presence in their parenting.
Cathy has designed and delivered training and workshops for primary and secondary school communities as trauma informed ways of teaching, relating to and supporting young people who have experienced trauma and childhood adversity. Cathy advocates very strongly for the power of the relationship when working with young people and their families. She also lectures part-time on the Masters of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy and Play Therapy at Children's Centre in Limerick.
In this episode we spoke about

Feeling the feelings
Real life parenting
Children mirror us
Stay connected to your values
Anxiety & emotional overwhelm as a parent
Having a support network
Having compassion for yourself
Being honest with yourself & your children
Quality time
Parenting Pods - sharing and supporting
Triggers & Fears

Well-being & emotional awareness
The power of acceptance

You can connect to Cathy through her website www.theswallowstrail.com Follow her on Instagram Facebook & LinkedIn

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My mental health & Me

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 03 May 2023 18:46:38 GMT

This is a recording of a live talk I did online as part of Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Creating opportunities with Damien Quinn

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 19:46:04 GMT

Episode 93 and my guest this week is Damien Quinn -founder of Speire Nua which means New Horizon. It was a college idea that challenged a personal problem area for Damien as he had struggled with addiction issues and criminality which led to imprisonment.
Most people see prison as a really tough time but Damien saw it as an opportunity to reassess his life, to set goals, get educated and job ready.
On his release Damien found that all his effort to change went largely invalidated and the historical convictions outweighed all of the progress he had made.
Damien is now growing a peer mentor network and supporting people to gain a foothold in society. He also works for Galway Rural Development as Co-ordinator and Community Education and Ability Officer. He has also been nominated by Galway Council for Social Enterprise of the year For the All Ireland Community & Council awards.
In this episode we spoke about

Life events that affect on your life path.
Taking responsibility
Awareness of consequences
Access to information & support for young people
Being a Father in prison and hope for the future
Starting again & Expectations
Being accountable to others
Building momentum in life, education and relationships
Support & Validation
The incentive to change
Being the change we want to see in the world
Aligning your passion and purpose.
Networking & Connections

To connect to Damien go to speirenua.org Facebook LinkedIn
You can also connect to Sharon through www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Living & Thriving with a learning disability with Michelle Steiner

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 22:28:29 GMT

Episode 92 and my guest this week is Michelle Steiner from Pennsylvania who lives with an invisible disability. She is a published author, a paraeducator working with school kids with disabilities, she is married and has two cats. Her articles are published in The Mighty, Project Dyscalculia Blog, The Reluctant Spoonie, Imagine the World as One magazine and Word Gathering, She is also a fabulous photographer and her photos are featured in Word Gathering and Independent and Work Ready.
In this episode we spoke about

Explaining Dyscalculia

How we and others view our differences

Being diagnosed and receiving support
Social acceptance -exclusion & inclusion
Self-doubt & encouragement
Stepping into your strengths
Creativity is freedom of expression
Developing trust & focus
Being comfortable in yourself
Learning to find solutions
Celebrating your achievements
Loving who you are & Finding Happiness

You can connect to Michelle on Instagram Facebook or check out her blog Michelle's Mission
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Restoring Soul Harmony

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 22:11:30 GMT

Episode 91 and my guest this week is Clare Mansfield who currently works as a Primary School Principal & Teacher. She is passionate about writing, teaching and helping others.
Her first book " Away with the Fairies - A Fairy's Guide to True Love" was published by Seaburn Books in October 2013
Forthcoming publication this year "Flowering" and She is currently working on "Revelations - How to Receive the Gift of Life" - her purpose & vision for this book is that it helps, encourages, supports and inspires those on difficult path of infertility towards a new path fresh with new possibilities and ideas.
She is also a qualified Personal & Business Life Coach and a Holistic Therapist. Clare runs regular Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) Practitioner Training Days and "How to Read the Akashic Records" workshops for adults in Glosna House Holistic Centre
Her proudest achievement has been becoming a Mum to her precious twin daughters Zoe and Lily and their little sister Isabella. She is happily married to Shane and they all live together in the beautiful countryside in County Carlow.

In this episode we spoke about

Nurturing your passions
Prioritising wellbeing in education
Awareness in listening
Creating time and space to allow for creative flow
You are never too old to learn something new about yourself
Recognition, Understanding & Compassion
Accessing messages of love and support
The Soul's Truth
Choice & Perspective
Following your intuition even through your challenges - Clare speaks openly about her infertility journey
Helping others to make a choice of empowerment
Stress & supporting yourself
Integrated Energy Therapy
The art of allowing
Giving hope & encouragement to others by sharing your experiences
Opening your mind and exploring other options

Restorative practise - how to restore harmony

You can find Clare through Facebook & LinkedIn
To contact Sharon directly www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Small changes create huge benefits with Janine van Someren PhD

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 22:20:42 GMT

Episode 90 and my guest this week is Janine van Someren a rest, resilience and energy specialist and founder of The Wellbeing Advantage.
As a professional accredited transformational coach with a PhD in life story research, Janine founded the The Wellbeing Advantage to combine a passion for wellbeing with the skills of high-performance physiological testing to illustrate the path to a healthier lifestyle. She lives in Sligo with her husband Ken and two boys after living in London for over 25 years.
In this episode we spoke about

Following your passion
Wellbeing issues trigger life transformations
The body's warning signs
Restorative states- what activities allow you to rest, focus and thrive
Your body's resilience

Changing your stress response
Hormonal changes
The quality of your sleep has the biggest impact on you physically, mentally and emotionally
Science based data - what gets measured gets managed
Regulating hormones

The circadian rhythm reset
Daily habits done purposefully

Nurturing yourself
Consistent waking times
Start simple

You can follow Janine on Instagram LinkedIn or through her website

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Re-training your focus with Lynn Monaghan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:31:22 GMT

Episode 89 and my guest this week is Lynn Monaghan, owner and founder of Mind Mastery Academy. Lynn has worked for years as a clinical nurse specialist in primary and forensic care in the mental health sector.
Lynn helps people to construct new patterns of behaving and thinking, thus empowering them to happier and healthier living. She trained as a psychotherapist and also as a health and well-being consultant with the Proctor Gallagher institute and is a magnetic mind coach.
She offers elite personal transformation coaching workshops and seminars and individual sessions.
In this episode we spoke about

What's missing in our mental health system
Our emotions are key to better choices
What is behind anxiety and depression
Changing your story

Vulnerability is our strength
Reflecting hope
Taking the first small step
Being detached from your own truth
Believe that you can
Focus is a practise
Showing up for yourself
Consistency
How well are the old stories serving you?
We all have the capacity to retrain our mind
Taking your power back

You can connect with Lynn on Facebook Instagram LinkedIn or through her website https://www.lynnmonaghan.com

To connect with Sharon please go to https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Building a future to be proud of with Katie Graden Spence

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:24:06 GMT

Episode 88 and my guest this week may be only 22 years old, but Katie Graden Spence shares an amazing story of resilience and overcoming adversity in her young life. Growing up her foundation was shaky and through the belief of being abandoned by her birth Dad, she took on the belief that it was her fault. This led to severe anxiety and in turn attempting to take her own life. Katie's story is very powerful in that She is the voice of many young people and how they sometimes feel they have to live up to the expectations not just of others, but of themselves.
Katie has an amazing future ahead of her as she is now focusing on becoming a clinical psychologist so that she can help others just like her. She is a Master's student in Psychological Science at Queen's University and Service Coordinator for the Eating Disorders Association Northern Ireland.
She is engaged to Jordan and they are planning their wedding for July 2025, we wish them both the very best of happiness in their future together.
You can follow Katie on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn.
To connect to Sharon Fitzmaurice - please go to her website www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com or join her online community for monthly connection.

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Find yourself, find your purpose with Serena Foster

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 07:58:04 GMT

Episode 87 and my guest this week is Serena Foster is the CEO and founder of Goddess International, a company that empowers women to find the true power within themselves.
After being a VP in the corporate world for over 10 years, Serena realised She had lost herself in the process of this little thing called life. Following a long journey of self-discovery, She realised she was incredibly passionate about helping others who feel just as lost as She was.
When She is not playing CEO you can find her somewhere out in nature with her two incredible boys, creating some kind of wild adventure together.
We spoke about

You can have more than one dream, but what is your dream now?
Following the expectations of others
Falling into playing a role
Responsibilities or Burdens?
Pushing yourself to the limits
Burnout
Self-discovery
Work does not have to equal hard!
Communication & Listening
Losing our identity - who are you now?
Sharing our experiences to help others
Are you defensive or in denial?
Mind -body connection
Are you finding joy in what you are doing?
Re-framing your mindset
Gratitude
Meditation & Intuition
Journaling & Awareness
Self-Talk
Investing in yourself

You can find more about Serena or connect to her through her website www.goddessinternational.co
She offers 1:1 coaching so you can gain a clear vision on how to achieve everything you want in life.
Serena also has a Find Your Purpose Workbook to help you get started.
Find her on Social media - Facebook Instagram Podcast
You can connect to Sharon Fitzmaurice through her website https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Charge yourself up with Doug Gordon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 23:03:53 GMT

Episode 86 and my guest this week is Doug Gordon a 5x award winning international speaker, coach, consultant, trainer, radio presenter, healer, author and Tedx speaker.
Doug spent 21 years in the investment world as an investment sales head for some of the largest fund managers in the world. in 2008 when markets fell, Doug suffered from stress and at the end of 2009 he had two surgical operations that went wrong, after 3 years of chronic pain, he got Nora virus and was rushed to hospital and had a near death experience, since then he has become a master teacher of Reiki, Seichem, Bio energy healing, magnified and quantum healing.
He also has many years successfully on the business side helping thousands of individuals and companies in performance, mindset, communication skills, presentation skills, pitching, deal making, negotiating skills, relationship building skills, sales and marketing skills, media training, interview training plus has a massive network of investors as he is a certified fund manager and investment advisor.
Doug has training programs, online courses and coaching programs on workplace wellness, energy optimisation, relationships, trauma healing, physical, mental and emotional healing programs.
His new book CHARGE YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS - energising your life, work & relationships is available to BUY NOW on Amazon
In this episode we spoke about

What drives you
Wake up call
Signs from the Universe
Finding a new path
Helping people to connect to their heart self
Giving without reward
The joy of connection
How our messes become messages
Reframing trauma through a spiritual perspective
Creating new patterns through awareness, focus and discipline
Allowing yourself to Receive
Everything is energy
You are worthy

You can follow Doug on Instagram Facebook LinkedIn
Check out his website Body Health and Soul - Healer in Dublin, Reiki, Energy healing, Life coach
Listen to his TEDx talk
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Helping your child through life's ups and downs with Niamh Doyle

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 23:37:24 GMT

My guest this week is Niamh Doyle, a primary school teacher, author & parent.
Through her own parenting journey Niamh has become more aware of her own mindset and in turn has learned, studied and developed a wellbeing practice to help herself, her own children and now shares it in her new book Mighty Mindsets - how mindsets can help your child with life's ups and downs - published by Little Island, which will be released on April 20th 2023 and launched in Charlie Byrne's Bookshop in Galway city on May 5th at 6pm.
Niamh offers wellbeing workshops online and in person, covering topics such as mindfulness practices to help anxiety, building resilience, the value of gratitude, emotional literacy, breathing techniques to help calm the mind and body, which are also covered in her new book
The book can be pre-ordered through Kennys.ie Amazon.co.uk Bookdepository.com
In this episode we spoke about
The basic needs of our children
Building awareness
Holding space for ourselves as parents & teachers
Acknowledging how we feel & listening skills
Growing and learning with our children
Conforming & Expectations
Compassion
Learning everyday
You can contact Niamh on niamhdoylewriter@gmail.com
Instagram
Twitter
Facebook

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A light in the dark with Jenn Crole

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 23:50:05 GMT

Episode 84 and my guest this week is Jenn Crole. From an early age Jenn recalls communing with nature, the elements, The Unicorn and Faery realms. She has also experienced a few visitations with Jesus. At 8 years old her Papa passed away. She began to communicate with him right after his transition, this led the way to today where Jenn as a Psychic-Medium connects with loved ones in spirit and channels through guidance and messages for her clients. Psychic Starlite was born after years of dealing with depression from her bed which she most often retreated to, wanting to disappear from the pain of being, a little spark grew and called her to shine. Jenn Crole - Psychic Starlite offers a variety of services with the intention to uplift, enlighten and empower. Every session is a unique experience where Jenn will tune in as a Psychic-Medium, Seer, Channel and Mentor to offer her local and international clients tools and guidance to carry on through their journey. Jenn is a lover and seeker of beauty and joy. A few years ago she began an incredible van life journey with her Partner and their Chihuahuas. Jenn is also Tarot Reader, Yogi and Astrologer. A gypsy soul who is ever curious, devoted to self awareness, wellness and discovery. Jenn is currently working on her first book: Natural Intelligence. Encompassing our natural connection to all things. Recalling our abilities to connect intuitively, telepathically and holistically. Jenn can be found on Instagram at:https://instagram.com/jenncrole_psychicstarlite?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY= And her new website:http://jenncrole-psychic-starlite.square.site/

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Finding your Path with Tony Christie

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:53:35 GMT

Episode 83 and my guest this week is Tony Christie who is an author, artist, inspirational speaker, spiritual healer, labyrinth designer, consultant and workshop facilitator from Co. Cork in Ireland. Tony has been working with the labyrinth for over 12 years and teaches how it is a symbol of oneness, interconnectedness of all existence and as a symbol of each of us. He works with the labyrinth as a healing tool and a safe space to explore your journey in life.
In this episode we spoke about

What is a labyrinth?
Connecting to your own centre
Creativity and insights into where you are right now
Self-Awareness
Fears of taking the next step can help you move on
Perspective & Reassessing ourselves and our lives
Energy has no bounds - how connected we all can be
Creating change
Gratitude

Tony founded Labyrinth Ireland in 2005 to raise awareness and the use of the labyrinth as a tool for personal and spiritual growth. In 2012 he published his Labyrinth Wisdom Cards - a deck of 48 guidance and inspirational cards based on symbolism in the labyrinth that reflects aspects of your journey in life. Tony runs workshops in many countries and speaks at events and conferences. Tony is running online and in person workshops & training - more details on his website.
Check him out on https://www.tonymchristie.com and connect to him on Instagram & Facebook
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Soul Vibrations with Zachariah Grace

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 23:08:08 GMT

Episode 82 and my guest this week is Zachariah Grace - a musician, sound healer and Reiki Master/Teacher from Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is the founder and owner of Southwest School of Reiki and has also been practising massage therapy since 2012 and now teaches it. Zachariah is also a recording artist, sharing his album Walking Home, his 30 minute EP single -Sacred Waters and single Shaman with the world through all major streaming platforms. He does sound healing events with his Reiki infused flute sounds all over the US and has become known all over the world for this. You can find his music under Zachariah Grace on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music Such a soulful conversation this week In this episode we spoke about Allowing our soul & intuition to guide us Listening to our energy How music helps us to be present & connect to our heart How Reiki gave Zachariah a connection to his Mother who passed when he was 8 years old Soul contracts & life lessons Becoming a young parent Compassion through lived experiences Identifying with the stories of our past trauma Being a channel for love & healing Learning to trust yourself and letting it all flow Zachariah is offering a Live Virtual Distant Healing session through Zoom on the 19th February - check it out! You can connect with Zachariah through his website www.zachthereikiguy.com TIKTOK Instagram You Tube To contact Sharon directly go to https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

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Rebuilding your life with Helen Kelly

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 23:22:47 GMT

Helen Kelly is an African Reflexologist living in Roscam, Galway in the West of Ireland. She is many things in life, including being a mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, grand aunt, dog and horse lover. She is genuine, practical, down to earth, empathic, friendly, funny, kind and sometimes a bit mad!
She describes her life so far using the analogy of the ‘Game of Jenga’, which involves building a tower from wooden bricks. The object of the game is to take away one brick at a time, trying to avoid the tower collapsing. She says the tower - her life, had a rocky foundation from an early age. There were many times she fell apart as bricks were withdrawn, leaving her feeling shaky and frightened until her early twenties, when her ability to keep going completely collapsed like the tower. She has rebuilt the tower many times, balancing the good times with the not so good. Having experienced negative emotions such as chronic anxiety, severe depression, loneliness, loss, deep trauma and grief along the way. This is the first time She has shared her story publicly and I am honoured to be a part of her wonderful journey.
In this episode we spoke about:
Acknowledging and Understanding Trauma
Self-Awareness & Compassion
Loss & Grief
Healing Therapies & Reconnection to your authentic self
The power of belief & trust
You can follow & connect to Helen - Roscam Reflexology through Instagram & Facebook
To connect to Sharon directly please go to her website www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com or follow her on Instagram or Facebook

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The Shaman's Journey with Aldo Jordan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 23:39:39 GMT

Aldo Jordan is the founder of the Irish School of Shamanic Studies and works as the main teacher with the school. With many years of practicing Shamanism, Aldo carries out one to one Shamanic healing sessions, land healing, sacred site Spiritual tours and talks on Shamanic practices.
In this episode we spoke about
What is a Shaman?
Ancient sites and their significance
Our connection to ourselves and our environment
Grounding & its benefits
Losing parts of ourselves through trauma
Addiction & Near Death Experiences
Aldo is a Brazilian Guarani healing teacher through the Ama Deus healing traditions of the Amazon and a 3rd generation core Shamanic teacher. My ancestry here in the west coast of Ireland can be traced back at least 900 years within a ten mile radius of where I live in Castlebar, Co Mayo, with a family tradition of healers, musicans and storytellers within my ancestral line. The Irish School of Shamanic Studies has been in operation for six years and has 80 students in training at any given time. Aldo's teachings are very much based on core Shamanism, spearheaded by our ancient Celtic and pre-Celtic traditions. www.irishshamanschool.ie Connect to Aldo on Instagram Facebook
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Growing with Grief with Jessica Kenny

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 10:51:06 GMT

Jessica is the proud owner of two successful businesses - as a beauty therapist and most recently as a wellness coach. In August 2020, Jessica's partner of 7 years died suddenly in a workplace accident turning her world upside down. Since then she has overcame many obstacles and now uses those lessons to help others. Acceptance and awareness are now a part of her everyday life and she endeavours to use their shared memories to fuel her future.
We spoke about
Grief & Life After Loss
Healing & Coping Methods
Self-Awareness, Peace & Acceptance
Signs & Connection with our loved ones in Spirit
Reiki & Bio-energy therapy
Solo Travel - solo living in general
You can find Jessica on Instagram and learn more about her work
If you are trying to cope with grief and struggling please Text HELLO to 50808. Anonymous 24/7. Text support line. www.text50808.ie

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Asking for what you need with Suzanne Culberg

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:21:11 GMT

Suzanne's passion for helping women is fuelled by her own experiences of over giving. She is on a mission to help women set boundaries for themselves but also to make boundaries normal.
We speak about how communicating our needs clearly can help to set clear and defined boundaries for yourself and others.
How you can be pro-active in your own life and stop living up to the expectations of others.
Suzanne Culberg is a coach and author who helps over-givers and people pleasers learn to set boundaries and say NO in a way that feels good. Through her signature online program Why W8? Suzanne has helped hundreds of women break the cycle of putting themselves last and instead build the confidence to set boundaries.
Suzanne is co-host of the upcoming podcast OVER IT, a certified Practitioner of NLP and holds a Bachelor of Medical Science (honours). Suzanne also have certificates in Fitness and Sacred Depths Practitioner - trauma informed coaching.
She lives in Sydney, Australia with her husband and two young children. He loves burlesque dancing and is a big fan of yoga.
Find out more about Suzanne's work on www.suzanneculberg.com

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Life after Loss with Donna Kendrick

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:39:31 GMT

It's something we all have to face, but don't want to think about, don't mind have to navigate. My guest today Donna Kendrick had to face the loss of her husband Greg in November 2015 leaving her as a single parent. During her time grieving, Donna had to take control of her family's finances in order to keep life consistent for her and her kids. As a result, Donna found a new passion and has made it her life's work to help other widows and widowers navigate the first days, weeks and months of widowhood.
We talk about how a sudden passing affects you personally, your children and how community support is so important in the days that follow.
Moving on
Setting goals
Giving back
Author of A Guide to Widowhood - Navigating the first three years, Donna has shared her experiences, skills and wisdom to help others on their journey of life after loss in her book.
Donna also hosts the Widow, Wisdom and Health Podcast and is the owner of Sephton Financial - helping families in transition.
You can find more on Donna's incredible work through her website www.widow-wisdom.com or through FACEBOOK & Instagram

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Conscious Emotional Transformation with Dr. Lisa Turner

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:17:16 GMT

Episode 76 and my guest Dr. Lisa Turner shares with us her story of gaining her freedom after being groomed, enchanted and manipulated by her coercive teacher when She was only 12 years old. After breaking free from the grips of her abuser, Lisa reclaimed her life mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
LIsa created a powerful healing technology called Conscious Emotional Transformation or CET that unites science and spirituality.
A 5-time author, one of which 'I loved a paedophile' is currently being adapted for film. Her book CET yourself free is an international bestseller and she even has another new book coming soon!
Lisa offers many FREE resources through her website in which you can also find out more about her work, take some of her free assessments and read her amazing blogs.
Follow Lisa on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or over on TikTok
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What makes your heart sing?

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:40:56 GMT

My heart certainly was singing today as I listened to Elen, she is the most beautiful soul. Her eloquent and graceful voice captured my imagination in this week's episode with her quirkiness and openness to how She views the world.

Elen is deeply connected to nature and a best-selling author with 12 books published, three of which are best-sellers. She is a qualified transpersonal psychotherapist who helps clients put the soul back into their businesses and become their true selves, rewild their hearts and find what makes their hearts sing. Elen lives in the Welsh marshes with her husband and loves cats.

To connect to Elen please visit her website on Instagram Facebook

Her podcast is Pea Green Boat and you may find all her books on Amazon

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Listen to your own truth

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 07:51:33 GMT

My guest today is Timothy Stuetz, he has an amazing story of resilience and re-awakening to his true potential as a spiritual being having a human experience with all the highs and lows that come with it.
Timothy went from being a certified public accountant to travelling the world as a Master Teacher of ancient arts and sciences.
Timothy shares with us how his life started out and where the many twists, turns and choices led him to being curious about different practises such as meditation, T'ai Chi, chanting and yoga and how they weren't always easy! We speak about sticking with something for a while even through the hard times.
We also chat about his out of body experiences and how he became consciously aware of his subconscious programming in wanting to die when things got tough. He shares with us how the inspiration came to write over 88 children's books - Fairy tales of the Heart.
Timothy has helped tens of thousands of children and adults, empowering them to better their lives and their communities.
What a beautiful soul Timothy is, please do go and check out all his offerings and insights through his website www.timothystuetz.com or connect to him on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or YouTube.
As I said in the start of the episode, keep your eyes and ears open for my new community I am setting up and if you haven't subscribed on my website just yet, jump on now and don't miss out! So excited to share with you all. Love Sharon

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We are only as sick as our secrets

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 07:47:49 GMT

My guest today is Concepta McNamara, Irish born and now living in the U.S.
Concepta shares with us some of her own story, a young girl's experience growing up in abject poverty, her move to America, her journey through intensive therapy, self-discovery, forgiveness and ultimately finding freedom she fought so hard for.
We talk about shame, guilt, vulnerability, abandonment issues, finding a space to breathe and developing relationships.
Her book Freedom/Saoirse is a true account of abuse, addiction and victory. I read Concepta's story and felt every word touch my heart, this little girl wanted nothing more than to be seen and heard. You can purchase a copy through Amazon
You can find out more about Concepta through her website www.concepta.life
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Slowing down with Sharon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:32:44 GMT

Hello again to my wonderful listeners, so happy to be back again and I look forward to sharing some amazing guests stories and inspirations with you in the coming weeks. For today's episode, it is all about slowing down and I will share with you a beautiful poem by Jennifer Healey of www.healingbrave.com whom inspired my podcast this week and also my monthly newsletter. If you haven't subscribed yet, hop on to my website and sign up for FREE.
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Liberating yourself with Saralee Cassidy

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 08:12:13 GMT

Episode 71 and my guest Saralee Cassidy shares with us how her own journey led her to rebel against societal beliefs and liberated herself by being true to herself. She now works with clients and groups to help give them the freedom to be their most authentic selves.
A beautiful lady and a beautiful conversation.
Saralee Cassidy has been practicing and teaching Seiki-soho (Japanese breathing awareness) through yearly events and gatherings since 2011. She has ongoing connections with the international Seiki community, and wishes to bring Japan to Ireland. She says, ‘Japanese healing has the power to re-connect Ireland to its authentic natural wisdom, connection to nature, life and breath.’ She has an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is specialised in Stress Reduction and trauma informed body therapy. She is also a Terra Mai Reiki master, an SRT therapist to advanced levels, an Accunect future of medicine practitioner and somatic experiencing enthusiastic. Her clinics are based in the historical quarter of Limerick by St John's Castle at 19 Nicolas Street. Her work empowers people to understand the nature of energy moving through the body, she offers physical therapies that create emotional and mental release from the body.
Her work, blends Japanese healing craft with Irish nature, and a lot of her events take place in natural settings. Recently she was asked by international explorer Pat Falvey to create a retreat that incorporated hikes and body being which was a resounding success. She says: "people are looking for more connection with themselves through nature and body being activities. That's our natural home. She helps people through stress reduction therapy and trauma informed body work and therapy. Both the Japanese and ancient Celtic traditions look to the body as part of nature, tapping into a space that utilises the power of non judgement. Through breath observation, movement and resonance, one can find one’s authenticity, beyond the stress and conditions of the noisy world.
These hybrid healing traditions offer a new space of focused concentration in nature. This space of non-judgement allows the body to find itself beyond its cultural conditioning, rediscovering its own inner movement and natural connection. Such findings release personal restrictions and produce real feelings of well being, bringing the mind into a deeper presence. She has 12 years experience in working one to one and retreats.
Check out her website or find Saralee on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn

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Reconnecting to your inner child - Guided Mediation with Sharon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 23:37:04 GMT

For Julys meditation & newsletter I am going to focus on our Inner Child. In this gentle guided mediation, it gives you an opportunity to reconnect and strengthen your ability to listen and be present, to validate the feelings of your inner child and help them feel safe and secure.
Inner child work is not just about healing past trauma, it is also about rekindling our joy.
I hope you enjoy.
Love Sharon
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Breaking free from limiting beliefs with Pauline Rohdich

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 21:48:13 GMT

Episode 69 and my beautiful guest this week is Pauline Rohdich - founder of Phenomenal Results Ltd known as The Mindset Detective, She combines her expertise as a mindset specialist and her investigative skills, which She honed during her time as a guard in Ireland. Pauline coaches awakening, ambitious women to investigate what is holding them back, so they can unlock the power of their minds, and the wisdom of their hearts and start getting what they want. Pauline is married to Declan and lives in Co. Galway with their beloved son Finn and their dog Luna. Her new book 'Just Trust' is being launched this week in which Pauline shares her own life struggles and challenges and how She broke the limiting beliefs to become who She is today. A powerful lady and so much to share. Check out her website for one to one and group coaching sessions. Find her on Instagram, facebook and LinkedIn

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Soul Nudges with Sheila Langan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 23:08:09 GMT

Sheila Langan is a Breakthrough Life Coach who loves guiding her clients to live their biggest life and for it to feel spacious and delicious.
In this episode, Sheila shares so much of her personal story, as a single Mother, she was coping with her daughter's eating disorder and the anguish they both faced. Sheila knew She needed to help her daughter, but little did She realise at the time that it was actually the start of helping herself too and they both started a deeply healing journey that created a whole new life. This change brought them across the world and Sheila is now sharing her passion, her soul purpose with others. It really is an amazing conversation and one that makes me smile from my heart. I would love to hear your feedback.
Sheila has run multi-million dollar technology projects in the corporate world while juggling single motherhood and eventually burnt-out. While healing she immersed deeply in more sustainable ways to live.
She became an ocean swimmer in her 30s, a horsewoman in her 40s and has spent her 50th year in an off-grid cabin in the hills to immerse further in her beloved horse life. She has swum with dolphins and sharks in Hawaii for days and is always dreaming up her next adventure. Sheila grew up in Ireland and has called Australia home for over 20 years. She always believes the best is yet to come and loves sharing tips on the shortcuts to living your biggest life.
Find her on INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK & LinkedIn
Check out her coaching packages on www.sheilalangan.com

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Who has the microphone in your head?

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 22:40:18 GMT

My guest today is Genèvieve Pépin - an accredited life coach, certified mindset specialist, productivity and leadership coach (Fortune 500 companies), improv facilitator and host of the Mint Green Ukulele Podcast. Her main focus is less stress and more joy.
In this podcast episode, Genèvieve shares with us how She went from burnout to building a successful business. Once She finalised realised that She wasn't living life on her own terms and faced the challenges of anxiety and an eating disorder, she finally SAW herself and made the choice to change her self-talk and become more aware of the negative behaviours that no longer served her.
Genèvieve is passionate about helping high achievers go from busy and stressed to happy and productive as a result of her own journey in the professional world. She speaks about self-doubt, imposter syndrome and the joy of connection.
She offers a 3 step formula that we can use on a daily basis and also an interactive master class on joy not stress!
Before coaching Genèvieve built her career internationally in event management and marketing, living, working and travelling in more than 20 countries in four different languages.
Connect with Genèvieve on LinkedIn
Check her WEBSITE for all details of her work and her offerings to help you or your business.
Interactive masterclass or master LAUGH as Genèvieve likes to call it.

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Expanding into JOY - Guided Meditation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 30 May 2022 16:24:03 GMT

A 20 minute guided meditation to relax your mind and body as we expand our awareness beyond the physical, letting go of control and giving ourselves space and freedom to let all life flow within us and all around us.
Mediation allows us the space to become more self-aware without judgement and expanding on that awareness, we are raising our vibration and allowing joy to flow.
I hope you enjoy. Sharing the joy is greatly appreciated, please feel free to share this meditation with all your friends and families.
Love Sharon

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Heal from the Inside Out with Karen Maloney

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 26 May 2022 23:55:39 GMT

Episode 65 and my guest this week is Karen Maloney, an INSIDE OUT Coach, Silent Counselling Practitioner & Energy Therapist. She is also the Founder & Host of the Curiosity & Consciousness podcast.
Karen is a champion of ‘soul living’ and she’s passionate about helping people to believe in themselves & manifest their desires. She helps clients to uncover the subconscious beliefs that are holding them back and transform them. She believes the relationship we have with ourselves, is to key everything. When we shift this on the inside, the outside follows.
From her own journey, Karen knows what’s possible for us when we do the inner work and transform how we think, feel and what we believe about ourselves. Everyone has experienced challenges, but our healing and wellbeing is our responsibility, we owe it to ourselves!
Karen is passionate about helping people to embrace this journey, and love both themselves and their life again. It’s not always comfortable work, but it is the most powerful work a person can do.
You can find her on https://www.karenmaloney.com/
Free Empower Your Morning eBook: Available on the homepage of my website.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenmaloneyinsideoutcoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenmaloney_/
Podcast: Search The Curiosity & Consciousness podcast on Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, Amazon, Acast, Stitcher or Castbox

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Finding Gratitude in a crisis with Sharon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 03 May 2022 13:44:34 GMT

Hi Everyone, I know it has been awhile since I recorded a podcast episode, but in listening I will explain all.

This time has taught me a lot! Again it is all about self-awareness and finding the gratitude in everything, even the chaos of life!

I have included a short guided gratitude practise at the end of the podcast for you all.

I hope you enjoy and would love your feedback on my social media accounts.

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With love and blessings to you all

Sharon

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Listening to Angels with Michael Andre Ford

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 23:32:24 GMT

My guest Michael is an American Angel Intuitive who helps people meet, hear and see Angels, Guides, even passed over relations and pets.
Michael pulls back the veil so you can chat with Angels to get the help you need in your life.
You can check out Michael on his website www.MichaelAndreFord.com or find his book Listening to Angels on Amazon

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What ignites the fire in your belly with Sinead Lisantri

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:08:41 GMT

A powerful conversation with Sinead Carr- Lisantri this week - Episode 60 Sinead shares her journey of transformation through trauma and finding her true self under all the layers of conditioning and how we define ourselves by our past stories.
We discuss how She found Shamanism and how it led her to her authentic self and living her truth. Sinead has also trained as Fire walk Instructor and tells me about how this amazing experience lit a fire in her belly. I could have chatted to Sinead all day as we share so many common interests and of course are fascinated by energy work and connecting to Nature just as our ancestors did.
Sinead Lisantri is a Mother, Shamanic Energy Therapist and Firewalk Instructor based in Oranmore, Co. Galway. She is married to Chris who is from Cyprus. She recently started to do some PR/editing work for Tribes Press Publishing in Galway as She has a post graduate degree in Public Relations also. A multi-talented lady.
You can find Sinead on FACEBOOK

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Aiming for Authenticity with Ali Ryan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:55:57 GMT

Episode 59 and my guest this week is Ali Ryan, a 24 year old journalism student from Clondalkin in Dublin. Ali struggled with substance abuse and mental health issues from her teens and attempted to take her own life in February 2021.
Ali had availed of the services available to all young people, but guilt, shame and trying to escape from the way She was feeling brought her on a downward spiral even though She had a loving and supportive family. The pressure of trying to fit in with her peers and wanting to be included led her to make choices that She knew would not be good for her.
Since surviving Ali made the decision to take back control of her health and well-being. She is actually working every day to heal her trauma.
Check out her page on Instagram and how she is showing up every day for herself in living her best life.
As part of her college assignments, Ali has interviewed people like Claire Byrne from 'Claire Byrne Live' and Damien Dempsey - Irish singer and songwriter. You can check them out on her blog www.Thinkinginsideoutloud.wordpress.com

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Well-being for our future generations with Fiona Forman

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 09:16:43 GMT

Episode 58 and my guest this week is Fiona Forman, author, speaker, facilitator and trainer in the area of well-being and positive psychology in education and parenting. The mother of 2 young adults and having spent over 30 years as a teacher, Fiona is passionate about placing well-being at the heart of school and family life, she has seen first hand the many benefits this brings to both children and adults alike.

In this episode we discuss the impact that screen time has on our young children and adults alike, and how we as parents need to have more awareness on the effects it has on our mental and physical health. As parents ourselves, Fiona and I chat about finding a balance in life.

We discuss how Fiona felt the need to bring more positive psychology into the school system and how it came to fruition. An immensely skilled and personable lady, Fiona is doing what She is passionate about and in turn helping so many of our young people lead a better and more aware life.

Fiona is the co-author of Weaving Well-being - an SPHE programme for children which is now widely used. She is also the author of Wired for Well-being a new programme for second level schools, her junior programme - Welcome to Well-Being has also just been released in Ireland. Fiona holds a M. Sc. in Applied Positive Psychology, from the University of East London. Check out her programmes

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You are love with Sharon Fitzmaurice

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Sat, 12 Feb 2022 11:38:26 GMT

A short guided meditation allowing you space and time to reconnect with the love within and all around you. To surrender and release judgements and that which no longer serves you. To let new love flow. Enjoy. Love Sharon ❤

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Take back your control

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 19:35:03 GMT

Reed Davis, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Certified Nutritional Therapist (CNT), is an expert in functional lab testing and holistic lifestyle medicine. He is the Founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) and the FDN Certification Course with over 3,000 graduates in 50 countries. Reed served as the Health Director at a Wellness Center in Southern California for over 10 years and with over 10,000 clients is known as one of the most experienced clinicians in the world. Reed serves on the Advisory Board of the American Natural Wellness Coaches Board and the American Association of Natural Wellness Coaches. He lives in the US and when not teaching the FDN Certification Course and helping his graduates build their private practices, he is usually found gardening or riding motorcycles.
So wonderful to have Reed on my show to share his years of expertise and to see how many people have and continue to positively benefit from his teachings. http://www.fdntraining.com/sharon
You can find out more about Reed's work and teachings through www.fdntraining.com or www.fdnthrive.com or through social media sites below
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Finding Hope with Mary Keogh

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:15:26 GMT

This week my guest is Mary Keogh, a native of Dublin now living in Toronto, Canada with her husband Dave and her two children. Mary moved to Canada in her 20s and worked as a nanny, She went onto to work in the corporate world in the Human Resources field. In building relationships with her clients and colleagues, Mary felt the need to work on a deeper and more authentic level with people, so in her 40's, She returned to full-time education to complete a Master's level in psychotherapy and went on to set up her own practise in 2018.

Mary shares very openly the ups and downs of her own life and in doing so you can feel the empathy and compassion she has for others and what draws people to her. Dealing with issues of infertility, pregnancy loss, bereavement and adoption, Mary found hope and is now grateful for the gifts that life has blessed her with. You can find Mary through her website www.solasmentalhealth.ca and on Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

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Life is an Adventure with Robert Farrelly

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 23:39:39 GMT

Episode 54 and my guest today is Robert Farrelly - one of life's great adventurers in every aspect of the word. I met Robert on one of my Camino trips years ago and we have met along many a trail since then. His laid back attitude to life and sense of humour is what draws people to him and I am so delighted to share some of his story with you today.
Not only has he started his own podcast - Mountain to Glen in the last year, this year he is embarking on climbing all of the highest points in Ireland county by county. A lover of the outdoors, he shares with us the many benefits of climbing the hills and exploring the world one step at a time. He shares with us how his connection with nature and living in the moment has helped him through some difficult times in his own life.
Robert is also a volunteer with the Glen of Imall Red Cross Mountain Rescue Team and involved with amateur dramatics for many years.
Please pop over and give him your support on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

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Finding your buzz with Jennifer Maher

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:51:31 GMT

Episode 53 and my wonderful guest this week is Jennifer Maher of Co. Wicklow. After listening to Jennifer's inspiring TEDx Talk where She shared her story of losing a baby and how this traumatic event created a change not only in her life, but within her mindset, it made me want to chat to her on a deeper level. I really enjoyed learning how She navigated being a young Mum and setting up her own business which led her to finding a work/life balance.
Jennifer went on to train as an executive coach and pursued her dreams, all whilst being a Mum to two young children. A beautiful and calming presence, Jennifer is now helping others to realise their true potential and that we are never too old to start something new, even if we are not sure what that is...Jennifer will guide you every step of the way.
You can connect to Jennifer through her website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn
Watch her TEDx Talk

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Making Moments Matter with Orla Gibney

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:40:01 GMT

So delighted to have Orla Gibney back on my podcast again. As some of you may remember, Orla was my first every podcast guest!
In that episode She shared how being a Mum of a child with profound deafness affected her life, in this episode we talk about Eoghan's progression and how her and her family have had to endure many more challenges along the way.
Orla speaks about her husband Shane's cancer diagnosis, how losing her Mom & Dad helped her to be a better carer, wife and mother whilst allowing space to enjoy the joyful moments of their lives. It really is a very special conversation and one we can all resonate with.
As always Orla speaks from her heart and admits that allowing her vulnerability to show, it has helped her deal with all the emotions of the past years.
If you liked this podcast, please do give us a follow, a review and a share, it helps to spread the joy. With gratitude to you all. Sharon x
You can find Orla on links below where she shares regular blogs and updates on her journey. I hope you love them as much as me.
Pop over and visit her.
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Focus on your inner light Meditation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:10:56 GMT

Happy New Year to you all,
Part of my giving back and supporting others is to record a guided meditation each month and share with you all, I hope you enjoy this. I felt so drawn to work with the Violet Flame of transmutation and transformation as we move into 2022, helping us to dissolve all the fears and negativity from last year, so that we move into a place of hope and trust in ourselves and in the world.
Please do FOLLOW my podcast to receive updates with new episodes. Thank you for your support.
With love to you always
Sharon

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Christmas Special

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 22:34:07 GMT

What a year it has been and for my last podcast of 2021, I have invited on 3 very special people in my life....my siblings!

I have shared many parts of my life and in this episode I share some of my family and how proud I am of each of them for their creativity, courage, humour, talents and gifts. They share so much of themselves with the world and are always giving back in some shape or form, you will even hear some of their own songs.

Thank you to Andrea Kelly, Simon K and Caroline Stanley ( I love you all)

We chat about how their individual lives and the choices they made that have shaped them. We talk about curiosity, choices, community, following your passion and how life is what we make it.

I would also like to thank my amazing former guests for their time and inspiration, this podcast would not be possible without you all!

In this episode, some of my past guests and friends of the show have kindly given some amazing prizes to share with you the listeners.

Make sure to listen all the way through to find out how you can bag an awesome prize!

Thank you as always for your support, make sure to follow, share and tag me!

Catch more amazing stories in 2022.

Love & Blessings to you all. Sharon

Find out more about Andrea on www.andreakelly.ie

Find out more about Simon K Collective Whisper Podcast

Find out more about Caroline Stanley through Friends of Merlin Woods

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Healing the Family Tree - Guided Meditation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 10:18:26 GMT

Within each of us is a place of love and compassion which resides in our hearts. If we channel this energy, me will be able to feel more at peace within ourselves and our surroundings.
In this guided mediation Sharon Fitzmaurice brings you on a journey of deep healing, firstly into your chakras to make space to radiate more love and then to connect to your loved ones present and that have passed on.
It is an opportunity to bring peace and healing into your life and the lives of your family going back 7 generations as sometimes we are holding onto the energy of our ancestors without even realising it. It is a beautiful connection of love and one that your whole family will benefit from.

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New Horizons with Shauna Moran

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 17:49:46 GMT

Episode 48 and my guest today is Shauna Moran, an Irish native who has travelled across the world and set up a new life in Vancouver, Canada.
I met Shauna over 7 years ago when She attended my mediation classes in Galway and we have stay connected, I have watched her journey develop over this time and she has gone from strength to strength,- not only in developing a European award winning leadership development & coaching business - OPERATE REMOTE, but in her own personal awareness.
It wasn't all plain sailing as She embarked on her new life in Canada, lockdown had begun and when She and her partner David arrived in Canada, they faced more personal setbacks which Shauna explained made them really look at what they needed in their lives and what they learned from those experiences. This led Shauna on a journey of deep personal awareness and healing in which she was supported to become the best version of herself. She now wants to help the many healers, therapists, holistic practitioners that need support in getting their gifts out into the world, Shauna wants to support these service-based healers to create a financially fulfilling and energetically aligned business in which they can fulfil their soul's purpose and help the human collective. Shauna just launched her new programme - Starseed Group Coaching which starts on the 25th November 2021 - a safe and supportive space for like-minded businesswomen to come together and have Shauna support and coach them in all areas of their business practise.
A wonderful chat with a wonderful person and I wish her continued success for the future.
For more information please check out Shauna's website or find her on Instagram or on LinkedIn

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Manifesting your authentic self

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 16:08:08 GMT

What an episode! Such an exciting day 11.11 and my episode 47 adds up to 11 so it is divine timing to have this conversation with you all today.
Thank you to my guest Joanna Hennon for your time, energy and enthusiasm. I could have talked to you all day long. An incredible insight into how we think of manifesting our dreams and goals and in doing so re-inventing the way we shift our reality from looking too far ahead and allowing ourselves to bring that version of ourselves into this moment whilst embracing the opportunities available to us right now!
I give some guidance to Joanna, which is also guidance for you all. Joanna also shares guidance for you the listeners in the podcast.
Joanna shares with us the journey she has had to get to her new home and start her new life in Ireland, it wasn't easy and not the way she 'thought' it would be, we discuss how sometimes we do not have to know what our lives will look like, but to trust in the process.
She shares the ways in which she helps her clients with her monthly messages from her team in Spirit - Avalon and how she is helping them become soulsmart, bringing more joy, fulfillment, meaning and life satisfaction into their daily lives. If you are intrigued by intuition, manifesting, tarot and oracle cards, then soulsmart living will change your life.
Check out Joanna on her website on Instagram for her workshops, courses and membership to The Elevator

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Standing Still

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 15:00:49 GMT

Episode 46 and this is me sharing my vulnerable self today, even now as I type this description, there is a little bit of my stomach turning over and I speak gently to it and say "it's okay, you are safe". I wanted to share my thoughts and feelings with you all today as I believe it is so important to be authentic and let you all know that I do not have it all worked out, I too have days that I feel lost and isolated within myself - there is no particular reason, but I am okay with being real. In doing so, I am coming back to basics and allowing myself just to be!

I will also bring you on a guided meditation journey to connect with yourself and expand your energy - even when you have no idea where you are expanding it to!? Sometimes we just need to get out of our own heads and allow ourselves to flow in the direction of our hearts. I know I need to connect with myself more but sometimes there is resistance to it, sitting with resistance can be healing in itself.

I hope this helps you in some small way today or next week and if you feel it is something you would like to share with others, please do.

Love flows when we allow it to flow freely.

Love to you all

Sharon

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Growing your business on social media with Karen McCarthy

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:46:23 GMT

Episode 45 and my guest this week is the creative goddess Karen McCarthy, a ball of energy and enthusiasm. In 2015 everything changed for Karen when She let her passion for writing steer her in a completely different direction, she is now helping small business owners grow their business by simplifying social media and helping us navigate the best ways to utilise our time and content. I know I have learned loads from Karen and am taking notes on everything she posts on Instagram and building them in practical ways on my own page.
We spoke about starting simply, what to post, when to post, how to post. We delve into the world of page insights, hashtags and creating reels to reach a wider audience. It may be daunting at first, but Karen's advise helps you take it one step at a time.
Karen offers an Instagram boot camp, one to one consultations and a 16 week program to simplify social media for those of us over 35 that did not grow up with the joys of technology and all that it can help us with in getting our message across to our customers.
I know you will all learn something from Karen, just as I did.
Contact Karen direct through her website www.thesimplifiedsocialmedia.com INSTAGRAM LinkedIn FACEBOOK

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Being Emotionally Resilient with Josh Connolly

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:47:35 GMT

Episode 44 and my guest this week is resilience coach Josh Connolly from the UK but can also boast that he has Irish connections!

A wonderful and eloquent speaker, Josh has come through his own traumas from a very young age in watching his Father pass away and dealing with the lack of emotional support he had growing up. Now in his thirties Josh has been working to change how we can learn to become more emotional aware and in that awareness, be more available -not only to ourselves but to others, in particular our children.

We discuss

Validation

Trauma

Redefining resilience

Inner work

How we can all use our voices to create change in our society

Check out Josh on www.joshconnolly.co.uk INSTAGRAM LinkedIn or on his podcast 115 miles with co-host Has Khair.

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Creating happy habits with Mads Friis

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 18:47:30 GMT

Episode 42 and my guest this week is Mads Friis from Denmark who is the founder of Growth Island Podcast on health, performance, business and life's bigger mysteries. Covering more than 90 episodes to date with global experts, one of his biggest passions is building health-related impact ventures and during the past number of years, Mads has built 3 successful start-ups with KRING - making a positive impact, pushing boundaries and learning along the way.
Mads has created The Growth Island Toolbox - a collection of tools and practises to help people live happy, healthy and meaningful lives.
On this week's show we chat about
What we can all do to increase happiness
How we can build better habits
Perspective and Expectations
Knowing the 'WHY' of anything we do in our lives
And most importantly why Gratitude can help us to focus on the solution, rather than the problem
His soon to be released book will focus on taking action whilst finding new ways to create healthier and happier habits in your daily life.
A wonderful conversation with Mads and his energy shone through the whole way, he is inspiring to listen to and his passion for life is contagious.
Check him out on www.growthisland.com on Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn

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Answering the call of your soul - Guided Meditation with Sharon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 13:51:54 GMT

Welcome to this wonderful new month ahead and all that it has to offer us. I have felt guided over the past few weeks to help guide others to connect to their true authentic selves on a deeper level through meditation and a spiritual circle I am starting on 6th October.

This is an opportunity to connect, embrace, love and discover our true potential.

This guided meditation helps you to connect to your soul and expand your energy into the awareness that you can do anything you set your mind to, first you must know who you are, acknowledging and accepting yourself as you are and allowing the power from within to flow in all directions

May your journey be blessed.

If you wish to join my online spiritual circle please go to my website

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Driving Change with Kayla Cooley

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Episode 41 and my guest today is Kayla Cooley, a social worker and postgraduate researcher in Limerick Institute of Technology under The Loss & Grief Research group. Kayla's research focuses on suicide and the internet, pro-suicide websites and what we in the helping spaces may be able to learn from them. I learned so much from this conversation with Kayla and how She is empowering others with knowledge and understanding.

Most people in Ireland have been touched by suicide in some way, someone dies by suicide every 40 seconds.

We don't hold back in this conversation, I talk about my own suicidal distress 26 years ago and how connection not only to ourselves, but to others is a huge part in finding a path to survival and healing.

In 2016 Kayla co-founded a voluntary suicide intervention organisation - responding to people in suicidal distress 365 nights a year. She is also the director of Driving Change Training & Consultancy - educating groups and organisations across Ireland on suicide and related issues.

"you do not have to be a doctor to save a life - education is the key to suicide prevention"

Check out www.kaylacooley.com or www.drivingchange.ie

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Expressions of the Soul

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Sat, 04 Sep 2021 13:14:01 GMT

Finbar McHugh is an artist and meditator from Galway, Ireland. He believes that art can transform how we feel in a space while also allowing us to become present, reflect and let go.
For Finbar, art is his form of meditation and this can be felt in everything he creates. His studio work is a colourful, emotive and personal experience which breathes and transforms in natural light, bringing with it new avenues for understanding.
A beautiful insight into the life and work of Finbar as he shares the healing he had to go through and how he is sharing that with others through his artwork and insights. His artwork is an expression of his soul and the awareness his human self is experiencing along the way.
Located in Woodquay, Finbar’s studio and home is a place for creativity, meditation workshops and readings. He welcomes those who want to reflect and explore their own journey to wellbeing in a safe, comforting and colourful space.
Whether you are looking to explore the pieces hanging in soft light, or taking some time to sit with Finbar for guidance, this peaceful setting offers endless possibilities for personal clarity and growth.
When he isn’t in the studio Finbar enjoys the simple things in life which bring him delight; taking walks with his dog George, connecting with the local community and spending time in nature.
You can find Finbar on Instagram or through his website www.finbarmchugh.com/studio Photo image Julia Monard

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Heart Chakra Meditation

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 11:01:09 GMT

With each new month and my newsletter being published, I am going to add a monthly guided meditation to my podcast series also. It is my way of saying Thank You for listening and sharing.

In this guided meditation we journey with a smile into the heart centre and greet whatever stands before us, whether that be anger, sadness or anxiety, we see it as a teacher into what needs healing in that moment. Just like little children, we sometimes do not have the words to express what we feel, but just holding them with love and compassion can help so much. In this meditation we do that for ourselves.

I hope you enjoy and it will bring you healing on all levels.

With love

Sharon

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Ramblings of a menopausal woman

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:42:05 GMT

Today I am by myself and reflecting on the ever changing parts of my own life. After a conversation with my friend this morning and comparing our 'symptoms' it was so lovely to speak so openly and honestly and have a good laugh about it too.

I am learning and growing into this phase of my life and allowing myself to be kinder and more compassionate to my body.

I feel this is a very sacred and special time and I am open to all the new inspirations and wisdom that comes my way.

I would love to hear your stories too.

Love Sharon x

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Rise & Thrive with Rosie McMahon

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode I chat with Rosie McMahon a transformational coach from Ballynacally in Co. Clare. Her mission is to help women transform and step into their own power as She has done for over 20 years now. From a young age, Rosie had listened to the inner critic and it led her to a period of isolation and negativity. Her adventurous and free spirit, or boldness as her Mother would call it, shone through and helped Rosie to build on going out to explore the world and finding the joy and freedom her soul knew was waiting for her. She found that in her partner at the time, but at the age of 23, Rosie had just had her first baby and on the same night as the christening, her partner died in his sleep. Her world came crashing down around her. We talk about how she coped with the grief and despair, what helped her to keep going each day and what it taught her. An amazing and inspirational lady, Rosie shows us that courage comes from small steps and being willing to invest in yourself is an ongoing journey of personal development. She has gone onto to find new love in Michaél and have another three daughters. Rosie works with women over 35 and offers - One to One exclusive programmes, day retreats, Lean Queen Programmes and has a free facebook group that is open to all. She has dreamt of a retreat space to call her own for many years and presently the second story is being added. Watch this space! Contact Rosie for more information www.linktr.ee/RosieMcMahon You can connect to Rosie on Instagram Facebook

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The truth of my journey with Peter Kelly

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:05:44 GMT

An amazing in depth conversation with Peter Kelly, a native of Waterford Ireland, who has worked through the chaos of his life to find clarity, peace and self-acceptance. He shares this in his work as a poet, writer, teacher and guide. An explorer of the untouched regions of the subconscious mind, Peter writes about his journey from darkness into light in his new poetry book 'The Phoenix Birth'.

Having experienced many difficulties throughout his life including falling into drug and alcohol addiction and a spiralling depression, Peter began writing again while serving a prison sentence for drug charges in his early twenties. Getting clean while in prison, Peter went on to writing album reviews, artist biographies and press releases while working for some time in the music industry and using poetry to accompany artist releases under his own label. After leaving the music industry Peter worked within the corporate world, climbing the ladder to a reputable position, all the while working on his self-improvement and a greater calling, eventually leading him to his true path in helping others. Part of this greater calling has been his reintroduction to his true self and his open and truthful raw expression of his journey thus far. By exposing the truths from a lifetime of struggle to overcome his demons both within and without, those that distract us from our true great direction has been Peter’s greatest gift in touching the hearts and minds of those who face the same struggles in a world of masked pain.

We talk about the need for balance of the masculine and feminine energies and finding the source of light within us all, letting that flame burn bright, allowing our true and authentic self to be truly seen. We touch on plant medicine, shedding the layers of programming and how our subconscious mind relays information to us in symbols.

Peter exposes his insecurities in his poetry and in doing so draws the reader in to feel his passion and purpose. His raw vulnerability jumps out of each line whilst questioning the patterns of pain and self-sabotage endured when all he truly wanted was connection - to himself and to the world.

Find Peter on Instagram and on LinkedIn

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Connecting to your Future Self - Guided Meditation with Sharon Fitzmaurice

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 14:00:00 GMT

Happy 1st August Everyone,

As an add on to my monthly newsletter, I always do a free guided meditation for my subscribers and I thought I would share it with on my podcast too!

This month I wrote about how we can use affirmations to reframe out thoughts and how we can make daily choices that will create the future we want to see for ourselves, this meditation is a visualisation of your future self. Have a read of it here and join up to receive one every month!

Hope you enjoy.

Love Sharon

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Living my best life with Andrea Splendori

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:26:54 GMT

My wonderful guest in Episode 34 is Andrea Splendori who left Rome at the age of 23 and is now part of the landscape of Greystones with his wife and two kids. A morning swimmer, jogger and well known member of their community, he is also well known in the online community of mental health advocates and podcast lovers.

Andrea has a lot of notches to his talented belt in that he works as a career & corporate wellbeing coach, broadcaster on radio, host of two podcasts, head of partnerships with A Lust for Life in which he has been a friend to for many years doing a mindful run from Greystones to Galway last year and raising over 40K. This year he is doing a run along the royal canal to raise awareness and funds to help the ongoing work of ALFL in their schools programme for young children and teens.

He is also a tutor for Kingstown College and is passionate about creating a space for everyone to share and grow.

You can find Andrea on social media bashing out a cover of one of his favourite musicians or dabbling in oil paints to create a 'Splendori' masterpiece. He gives us permission to be our most imperfect perfect selves and to enjoy just being who we are right now.

You can find out more about Andrea and his work on www.andreasplendori.com or on Instagram & LindkedIn.

Check out his podcasts Social Fabric & The Emotional Coach

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Reclaim your Fertility with Denise Christie

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:37:33 GMT

Episode 33 and my guest this week is the amazing Denise Christie - based in Loughrea, Co. Galway. Denise works as a Fertility Coach, Acupuncturist, Holistic Therapist, Author & Radio Presenter.

Denise shares with us how problems in her first labour and 8 miscarriages later led her down the holistic path. After 20 years as a legal executive, she changed careers and moved to Ireland. She is an expert in her field and wants to share her knowledge, expertise and training to help others.

She now works with individuals and couples who are on their own fertility journey and shares with us how it all starts months before conception.

Denise is a natural fertility expert and also works with couples who have or are going through IVF or other fertility treatments. Denise has worked with many couples and to date 69 babies have been born, with 7 out of 10 couples who are either pregnant or have their babies now.

You can check out Denise on her facebook page, her website www.healthandharmony.info / Instagram / LinkedIn and to add to her talents she is one of the Co-Authors of Awaken Your Wellbeing and is the founder and a presenter on Loughrea Community Radio.

Denise offers a FREE consultation call with couples or individuals that would like to see if She is a right fit for their needs.

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Ask yourself powerful questions and you will have a powerful life with Chris Delaney

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:00:14 GMT

Episode 31 - This week my guest is the wonderful Chris Delaney - hypnotherapist, careers advisor, NLP Life Coach and the founder of the Employment King. He prides himself on supporting people to achieve all their life and career goals.
Author of 3 books - Evolve the Mind, Influencing the Interview and most recent What is your Interview Identity.
Chris lives in Manchester, UK and works with clients all over the world.
Chris shares with us how being dyslexic and having a lisp brought him the wrong attention at school and left him feeling isolated, he left school with no qualifications but found his way out of the dark tunnel by having a passion to help others and in turn helped himself develop and grow into the talented and skilled person he is today.
The key to personal life success is making small 1% incremental changes.
We chat about how to value yourself personally & professionally
Skill Set & Qualities
Attitude and Attributes
Handling constructive criticism
Learning from the fails and turning them into learning opportunities
Motivation
Being a self-promoter and being able to communicate with confidence.
Preparing for an interview
What makes a high scoring interview answer and your interview identity explained
What makes us our best makes us best - a quote that jumped out at me. Thank you Chris. -
All details or to contact Chris www.employmentking.co.uk or on LinkedIn

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Manifesting the life you want with Fiona O'Brien

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 19:45:25 GMT

Episode 30 and my guest this week is Fiona O'Brien - creator of the Ultimate Visualisation Programme, author of the gratitude & success journal and now offering one to one coaching and networking workshops to help promote other amazing ladies with their wellness businesses. Fiona is married to Liam and has two beautiful children Michael 8 and Hannah 7, living in Edenderry Co. Offaly

Fiona shares her background in going to college in her late twenties and finding a 'job', She realised back then that there must be more to life than working 9 to 5 and that only when we start to trust our intuition can we allow ourselves to take opportunities that are always arising, we just need to allow them to come towards us and be open and aware when they do.

Fiona shares how routine, gratitude and accountability changed her whole mindset and helped her create change and purpose in her life and now in the lives of others.

You can check Fiona out on www.gratitudeandoils.com or connect to her through facebook or Instagram

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Finding a balance with Bill Fitzgerald

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:12:52 GMT

Episode 29 and this week my guest is Bill Fitzgerald who works as a Senior IT Engineer, Personal and Business Coach, Competent Communicator with Toastmasters and also a Reiki Practitioner.

Bill shares with us some of his story as a child and the lead up to his diagnosis with Bipolar 1 in 1997. We discuss how more awareness in children's behaviours could help alleviate issues in their adolescent years or beyond and how labels can have a detrimental affect on young people.

Bill shares with us the balance between holistic and biomedical therapy and how we can all become more self-aware and take accountability for our own lives, this is where a programme in coaching and reiki energy therapy helped him to discover more about himself and helped him heal.

Bill now wants to share his experiences as much as possible so that there is greater understanding and awareness from someone who has actually gone through the system and beyond.

You can find out more about Bill on www.theaccidentallifecoach.ie or Instagram & Facebook

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Breaking the Silence with Emma Murphy

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:48:44 GMT

Episode 28 and my guest is Emma Murphy who many may recognise from her video that went viral in 2015 for all the wrong reasons. In the video Emma sits on the stairs, tears streaming down her face, her young kids in the background as She shares on social media that no man should ever hit a woman as her left eye shows the bruise left from a punch in the face from her boyfriend. She wants it to stop and to make us all aware that only when we speak up can we end the stigma around all issues of domestic abuse whether that be emotional, mental or physical violence.

Emma's video has now been viewed more than 50 million times and She has travelled all over the world to share her story and help raise awareness and empower others.

If you or anyone you know is or has been affected by Domestic Violence please call Women's Aid National Helpline 1800 341 900

Emma is now an online fitness and nutrition trainer to women all over the world. She is also a radio presenter, TEDx speaker, an activist and campaigner against domestic violence. She is a board member on SAFE Ireland and also works with a women's refuge in Dublin. Her most important role is being a Mammy to her two beautiful children Arabella & Xavier.

Emma offers affordable online classes to busy Moms and women who are looking for a fun and interactive place to feel supported whilst making lifestyle changes that will benefit them mentally, emotionally and physically. Most recently Emma launched her own brand of clothing #FitWithMe which is comfortable and very colourful.

Check out all on www.emmamurphyfitness.com or on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn

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Life and Death with Ruth McGill

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 26 May 2021 15:32:11 GMT

Episode 27 and my guest this week is the beautiful Ruth McGill, an acclaimed actress, classically trained singer, vocal and singing coach and a death doula. Combining these skills and attributes to alchemise vocal embodiment and healing. She is also the Mum to 11 year old Charlie. A beautiful conversation with Ruth about finding her joy in life as a child and facing the inner critic, both lessons to be remembered in adulthood when faced with making decisions that would affect the course of your life. Listening to the people that love and encourage you to go for what feeds your joy and helps you develop your creativity as Ruth's parents did. Learning to be yourself and knowing you are enough. Ruth beautifully expresses herself with The evertides and also in her role as a singing coach in helping others to find their own voice and transform the feeling within of being heard and expressing the song in your heart. We chat about someone we love becoming unwell, managing life around that and facing the impending death of your loved one. Ruth shares with me the support She and her family received from her Aunt Phil - a soul midwife who held them in a loving space to just be, to heal, to grieve, to say thank you to her Mum and her Grandfather before that. This has led Ruth to train as a death doula and set up death Cafés in person and currently online to start the conversation about dying and death. Check out Ruth on www.theholdingspace.ie www.theevertides.com and on Facebook

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When you know better, you feel better with Yvonne Duffy O' Shaughnessy

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 19 May 2021 19:09:43 GMT

Episode 26 and my guest this week is Yvonne Duffy O'Shaughnessy, the health and nutrition coach based in Galway. Yvonne has been in business for over 10 years and is a natural health specialist as seen on The Today Show, RSVP live & RSVP Magazine.

Yvonne specialises in Food Intolerance testing & Nutrition - guiding others to strategic eating (not dieting) without counting calories. This is a simple test that can be ordered online from Yvonne and done at home. It will help you understand what foods that are not working for your body and with alternative options in the list of meal plans also provided, it can help you to maintain and balance your body.

We also speak about

Gut Health - 80% of our immunity is in our bowel and serotonin is produced in the gut and not in the brain, a healthy gut has a huge part to play in our moods and overall health.

Yvonne also offers iridology online and in person, this is the study of the iris - the coloured part of the eye and it is a map of our whole body. When looking at the iris, She can identify what areas in the body need support and how supplementation, nutrition or herbal products may help bring the body back into balance.

We also spoke about female hormonal balance from weight loss to menopause and what we can do right now to help ourselves on a daily basis.

For more information or to book a consultation with Yvonne please visit her website www.thehealthandnutritioncoach.com

You can also find Yvonne on instagram and facebook.

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Living my life with purpose with Marie Cronnelly

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 13 May 2021 08:10:13 GMT

Episode 25 and my guest this week is Marie Cronnelly from Athenry in Co. Galway. Marie works as a mindfulness and meditation practitioner for adults and children online and in person, but more importantly is the Mum to her 10 year old son Riley.

We spoke about being the only young female boxer in her local club and later on doing some modelling and becoming more aware of herself and her insecurities. Returning to education as a mature student was a dream fulfilled for Maire whilst She faced the inner critic head on. Marie shares how she had a great support network all through her life, but maybe at times didn't realise it until She really needed it the most and learning that her vulnerability was not a sign of weakness.

An emotional Marie speaks of the loss of her Mum and how special the time spent with her, especially in the last few days of her Mum's life really helped her realise the gifts her Mother had given her. She also shares how her marriage break-up in the space of only a few short weeks after her Mum's passing impacted her life. With a big proud smile, Marie tells us how her Dad helped her to work through their grief together through powerlifting and how he encouraged her to find her inner strength.

Marie's intention is to now empower children to build confidence, resilience and encourage them to achieve anything they want in life. You can read more of Marie's story in Awaken Your Wellbeing, a book in which She was one of the co-authors, it was published in November 2020 and all proceeds go to Galway Simon Community to help prevent homelessness.

You can find out more about Marie through her website www.mariecronnelly.com or on facebook

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Darkness into Light Reflection 2021

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 07 May 2021 11:25:49 GMT

We may not be walking together, but you are not alone. I recorded this short reflection to honour those that have gone before us and we that hold in our hearts. Together we are beacons of light and hope for each other. To help Pieta House to continue their work in supporting those that are affected by suicide and self-harm please Donate what you can

Music by Liborio Conti

Image by Warren Wong

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Mental health, Music & Me with Damien Gormley

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 05 May 2021 23:05:50 GMT

Episode 23 and my guest this week is Damien Gormley, a singer/songwriter, musician and mental health advocate from Clarecastle in Co. Clare. Damien 'The Young Rambler' Gormley will share with us how publicly posting about his discharge from HSE Mental Health Services on Social Media in April 2021 brought about a huge response from the public in helping to end the stigma of mental health issues in Ireland. Damien wants to share his story with others so that they know that they are loved and they do deserve to live and be supported, there is help out there. Damien struggled with traumatic events in his young life and turned to drink and drugs to help him cope and get through the bad days. In October 2020, Damien felt so lost and after walking over 6km, he reached a point where he wanted to end his life, thankfully, he turned around and asked for help. From being addicted to drugs, alcohol and living on the streets, Damien found the support that he needed, but only when he realised that he needed it. He always had his guitar by his side and his music was a way of coping with what he was feeling and being able to express himself. An open and honest young man who got help and now wants to give help to those that need it. You can find Damien on Facebook Instagram and Spotify

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Finding your strengths with Natasha Pickup

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 08:29:20 GMT

Episode 22 and my guest is Natasha Pickup who is the queen of the squiggly career, a former marketer and teacher, turned mindset and positive psychology coach with a diploma in coaching from University of Warwick. Natasha shares with us how her life changed when she worked with a mindset coach who helped her identify her beliefs and strengths , discovering these led her to study positive psychology and become a coach herself, utilising her number one strength which is love. Today Natasha helps female entrepreneurs to stop feeling as lost as She did by helping them create aligned businesses that are positioned around their strengths. In this episode we speak about finding your strengths - personally and professionally. How taking one small action every day can lend to working or achieving your goals. Making the most of your time using your strengths and changing your mindset so that it has a positive impact in every area of your life. If you wish to find out more about your own strengths, Natasha gives a link to a free resource online which can help you right now To find out more or contact Natasha please visit www.pickupyourbiz.com where you can sign up for a free masterclass or join her facebook group. You can also find her on Instagram & LinkedIn

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Truly seeing myself with Stephanie Dowling-Folan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 09:38:47 GMT

My guest today is Stephanie Dowling-Folan, a Galway native, wife, Mom, a lover of animals and the incredibly proud founder and owner of Galway Holistic. A capped Irish International Rugby player, physical therapist and expert in sporting injuries, Stephanie is a multi-talented lady with an amazing story to share.

Stephanie will share with us that in 2006 when She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder, it changed her whole life. Through this change, She learned about the mind-body connection and it led her on a path of discovery, learning and healing. I love Stephanie's authentic and honest approach to everything she does in her life and how it has brought her to where She is now - still learning. She shares that even when we know exactly what is good for us, that we too can let things slide and forget our own personal boundaries.

Stephanie is also one of the 14 therapists that contributed a chapter to Awaken Your Wellbeing - transformational stories of courage, hope and healing in which She shares her own story - "When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be" and also an introduction to the many therapies she provides for her clients and how they can benefit you in your own well-being.

Find out more about Stephanie from her website www.galwayholistic.com Instagram Facebook

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Change is Possible with Brian Pennie

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:44:27 GMT

Always love chatting to Brian Pennie, he is one of the most passionate people I know and he exudes joy in every word, his smile and the energy he radiates helps others to connect with him on every level. Brian chats to me about the trauma he experienced from birth and how it had a physical and psychological effect on his life. Years of anxiety led Brian to become a chronic heroin addict for 15 years but a second chance at life gave him the drive to succeed in all that he has done to date, Brian shares his daily routine that helps to keep him motivated and how he has become more aware of his physical, emotional, mental and spiritual self. He also shares with us the strategies he used when he went to college and how focusing on the end goal awarded him a 100,000 Euro scholarship. Brain went to university to study the intricacies of human behaviour and has since become a consultant to some of Ireland's largest companies, a final PhD student, a lecturer at Trinity College Dublin, a life change-strategist, a radio presenter and author of his recently published memoir Bonus Time. Find more about Brian on www.brianpennie.com / Instagram / LinkedIn / Mental Fitness Podcast

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Finding my Voice with Laura McDonald

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 09:09:48 GMT

This week my guest is Laura McDonald - A clinical hypnotherapist, Brain Working Recursive Therapy Practitioner, Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Mum of 4 and one of the 14 therapists that contributed a chapter to newly published book Awaken Your Wellbeing.
In this episode Laura shares with us the patterns and beliefs that affected her younger life and how tried to find a sense of self after being diagnosed with depression at 17. Getting pregnant at a young age whilst doing her degree, Laura learned that once you take your power back and take responsibility for your own life, you can achieve anything you set your mind to and find your voice.
Laura explains how hypnosis, clinical hypnotherapy and BWRT can help to communicate directly to the subconscious mind and pull at any problem at the root so that we can all overcome any belief or pattern that no longer serves us.
To find out more about Laura's work please visit her website www.edenwellness.ie and also on Social media Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Twitter

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You can have more than one dream with Jason Mitchell

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:33:32 GMT

This week my guest is Jason Mitchell from Galway - a personal trainer for the past 5 years who specialises in personal training, coaching, online programs and fun boot camp classes.
It was a pleasure to chat with Jason this week and I am so grateful for his honesty in sharing his story of how he struggled with an eating disorder in his teens, which led him to stop living his dream of playing rugby, but led him on to finding a new dream, a passion in helping himself and now his clients.
A wonderful person who has real compassion for others and gives back to the community in his fundraising efforts for local charities.
Jason has a wonderful coaching programme - JMF90 - 90 days (12 weeks) of nutrition, training, support, community and results. Mindset is a big aspect of his program, helping and supporting his clients to be the best version of themselves.
You can find Jason on www.jasonmitchellfitness.com Instagram Facebook

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Breathing life into me with Suzanne Clarke

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 10:17:32 GMT

This week my guest Suzanne Clarke shares with us how losing her 2nd baby Lucy and hearing of a friend's sudden stroke brought her to a standstill in her mind as She thought about her own life and what she needed to change. Suzanne also contributed a chapter to newly published book Awaken Your Wellbeing in which She shares her personal story and tools and techniques She used to help her overcome her challenges and loss and how She is now helping others. After a 15 year career in the pharmaceutical industry, Suzanne transitioned into becoming a yoga, mediation teacher, a leadership and wellbeing coach, incorporating all these tools in to her coaching practise to help her clients improve their self-awareness, clarity and help them take the little steps to improving their overall quality of life. Suzanne helps her clients to prioritise themselves without the guilt and overwhelm, to have fun and confidence to create the life they want. She fully understands all too well the challenges and stresses of a working mother and the impact it has on our wellbeing. We appreciate you sharing our podcast episodes and appreciate all feedback. Please do tag us when sharing and say hi! Check out Suzanne's work on www.suzannejoyclarke.com Also on Instagram Twitter Facebook

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The Burnout Solution with Siobhán Murray

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:18:35 GMT

My guest this week is Siobhán Murray a motivational speaker, global thought leader on burnout, best selling author of The Burnout Solution, a resilience coach, psychotherapist and a single Mum to two teenage boys. A wonderful lady that is so open, I was delighted to finally speak to Siobhán and learn from her amazing insight both professionally and personally.
In this episode Siobhán shares with us what it is and has been like to work from home during the pandemic, being a parent and learning to stop juggling so many balls in the air. She shares with us what defines self-care and finding pockets of space throughout the day that allows you to become more aware of your own emotional needs and finding a balance in it all. She reminds us that we have never been in this situation before and just getting through each day is enough without adding expectations to it.
Siobhán is running a 5 week tutor led online course - Your Ultimate Roadmap to Managing Stress & Overwhelm and the next next one starts on 7th April - it is live training with workbooks and support in a safe and non-judgemental space. Check out Siobhán on www.twistingthejar.com You can also find her on twitter Instagram LinkedIn

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My Breakdown was my breakthrough with Marian Trench

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:47:32 GMT

My guest this week is
Marian Trench, a bio-energy, reiki, hidden mind and corrective sound therapist based in Co. Roscommon. I have known Marian for years and am so blessed to have her as one of my closest friends and also my 'go-to' person for my own self-care needs. I met Marian over 13 years ago at a time in her life that she was experiencing huge anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder, I believe the Universe aligned our paths so we could meet up and connect that day and it was a soul connection that both of us would learn and benefit from immensely.
Marian shares with us how from her birth right through to her teenage years that her physical body manifested the stress and fears She was unable to process from a young age and how her breakdown led her to find healing and now is a sought after therapist in helping others.

or find Marian on Instagram

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A moment for me with Niamh Browne

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 12:25:59 GMT

This week my guest is Niamh Browne creator of A moment for Me, a trained graphic designer from the University of Limerick, Niamh went on to start her own brand and design company Designer's Ink in which she ran for over 20 years. Through a serious of health issues since She was 10 years old, Niamh developed a huge resilience to help her in the coming years in the many struggles she faced in her life. A wonderful Mother to Luke & Fay, she now works as brand & design manager with University of Limerick and balances her time between family, work and using her creative and mindfulness based practise to develop her business www.mome.ie since 2016 and only last year created a beautiful gratitude journal. Her struggles in life brought her to find and practise MBSR - Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and it has helped her to learn to accept tinnitus and deafness in one of her ears, this love of mindfulness based techniques is what led her to create the flash cards and later in her gratitude practise to create the journal. I was honoured to be the first podcast that Niamh has been on and that she shares so gracefully and honestly her struggles and achievements. She now runs 6 week mindfulness & meditation classes on zoom to share with others the many benefits of a mindful practise and that it can help each and everyone of us in some way. It has certainly changed her life and mine. You can find Niamh on Instagram LinkedIn Twitter

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My journey to healing with Norah Coyne

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 19:45:36 GMT

In this week's episode I am joined by Norah Coyne, an intuitive energy, sound and massage therapist based in Connemara, Co. Galway. Norah was one of the 14 therapists that shared her story in our book Awaken Your Wellbeing which was published in November 2020 in which we each share a chapter about our own struggles and challenges and how we found ways to help ourselves heal and now through our different therapies are helping others. All proceeds from the book go direct to Galway Simon Community to prevent homelessness.
Norah shares with us how her struggles led her on a path to healing herself and now others. We chat about leaving the 'big job' and going on a completely different path, coping with loss and dealing with saying goodbye to a loved one, and how we find peace with knowing our loved ones are always around us. She explains how sound healing helped her to shift and release trauma and shock from her body and how it can help us all.
Norah is an amazing beautiful soul and I am deeply honoured to call her my friend. She has worked alongside me on workshops and retreats and it is always a pleasure to be in her company. She has a gentleness that resonates deeply with others and through her work helps so many others. She runs many classes online and in person and also offers tarot/angel card readings along with aura soma colour therapy. Norah makes her own spiritual oils and sprays which can also be ordered from her website www.connemarahealing.com She is a lady of many talents and gifts.
You can find Norah on youtube where she shares some of her sound bath healing, meditations and yoga.

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Compassion starts with ourselves with Dr. Malie Coyne

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Sat, 13 Feb 2021 11:56:49 GMT

Delighted to have Dr. Malie Coyne as my guest this week. Malie is a clinical psychologist, author , lecturer in NUIG and an active member of the Mental Health Advisory Panel for A Lust for Life charity. She is very passionate about promoting well-being and increasing awareness of mental health issues, which She achieves through her advocacy work, public speaking and print, radio and TV contributions. In this episode Malie shares with us how She herself manages to juggle life, work and parenting whilst allowing her vulnerability to shine through and saying we are good enough. Malie like me, brings her Angels into all aspects of her life and work and we end the chat with a little Angel guidance.
Her first book Love In, Love Out - A compassionate approach to parenting your anxious child was published on the 23rd July 2020..this is an amazing book and is filled with hands on activities and centres on a compassionate, kind approach, helping you to negotiate the many bumps in the road in managing your own anxiety and that of your children. This book is a must have for everyone! I love it and refer to it so much.
Malie has a vast amount of experience not just in life but also professional. She has so much to share with us and is doing so in many ways particularly in the past year, helps us navigate through the pandemic of Covid-19 and how it is affecting all our lives. She is truly an inspirational lady and I hope you get as much from the conversation as I did. Enjoy and please do share with your friends and family.

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Connecting in this world or the next with Bronia West

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:04:25 GMT

In this week's episode I chat to the lovely Bronia West, a spiritual psychic medium, tarot consultant and crystal healer all the way from the UK.
Bronia shares with us her first experience of connecting with her own grandmother in spirit and how it led her on a path of learning and discovery. She has since become a wonderful working medium, teacher and trainer all over Europe and is always greeted with such warmth as this is the energy she exudes in everything she does. I have been blessed to work alongside Bronia and she always gives so much encouragement and support to her colleagues and students.
I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did and you learn to open your awareness to the wonders that we are all connected to in this life and the next.
You can check out Bronia's work and her beautiful inspirational card deck 'The Awakening of Spirit' on her website (broniawestclairvoyantmedium.co.uk) and on Facebook

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The Meaning of Life with Sharon Fitzmaurice

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:40:14 GMT

Today it is just me exploring that age old topic of what is the meaning of life, who am I and what is our purpose?
Is there more than our existence in the physical world, does our consciousness survive after physical death?
How we can become more aware of the energy around us and open up to the wonders of the universe.
This is part 1 of this conversation, I hope you enjoy.

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We are all in this together with Dr. Meg van Deusen

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 11:12:37 GMT

My guest today is Dr. Meg van Deusen a clinical psychologist and mindfulness practitioner in private practise since 1994. Meg has a passion for attachment theory, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, sleep and dreams which informs her belief that meaningful connection with ourselves and others help us handle stress. In a time of great stress and disconnection, Meg offers insights and solutions to help us reconnect and live healthier lives. Meg shares with us how her first realisation of a national- if not a global shift in our secure attachment was 9/11, when the Twin Towers were attacked and our sense of safety was greatly compromised and none more so than throughout the present pandemic. She writes and talks about how social media has made us all vulnerable being constantly on with no boundaries and how this has affected our relationships. In her book she outlines practical tools and techniques to help heal and transform your life, with compelling stories and a overview of the stresses and challenges we all face. It was a pleasure to speak with Meg today and learn from her vast experience and knowledge. Meg has published her book - Stressed in the US - 12 Tools to tackle anxiety, loneliness, Tech Addiction and more. We can all relate to Meg's book as stress and anxiety affect each and everyone of us. Check out Meg's website for more on her work and also to order her book www.megvandeusen.com

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Nurturing Mum with Irene Lowry

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:52:49 GMT

My guest today is Irene Lowry, a humanistic counsellor from Rush in Co. Dublin who established Nurture Health Ireland - a nationwide counselling and training support service to support women and their partners struggling with mental health issues around conception, pregnancy and childbirth health related issues.
Nurture Health currently has 28 trained humanistic counsellors all over Ireland and provide wellness programmes for women returning to work after maternity leave as well as a closed women's forum. Nurture health are now offering an online course 'Understanding Postnatal Depression' for health professionals accredited to IACP.
Irene set up this wonderful organisation to support others as She realised the support that is needed so desperately in Ireland. An amazing lady who has come through her own struggles, she works tirelessly to raise awareness and has negotiated with VHI & Irish Life Insurance to introduce insurance cover for women and their partners who receive counselling from Nurture Health.
In 2015 Irene won the prestigious Social Entrepreneurs Ireland 'For Impact' award and is also an expert health advisor with everymum.ie who she has written many articles to help support women.
For more information go to www.nurturehealth.ie or contact them direct if you need urgent support 085 861 9585
Please reach out if you need support - You are not alone.
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Never Give Up with Matt Burke

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 13:05:04 GMT

Today's guest is Matt Burke, I loved this chat! Matt is a real heart to heart person and it was like sitting down with a old friend and having one of those deep conversations that you learn so much from and more about the person that what you see on a screen.
Matt is a lifelong resident of the Liberties in Dublin, founder of the Magic Minds Podcast and Magic Minds Foundation. He is also a Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher, accomplished Public Speaker, Author & Poet. Matt is also a Training facilitator in brain injury rehabilitation.
He is doing amazing work with so many people and you can feel his passion coming across as he speaks, not only for his own journey but in helping others in theirs. He is genuine soul that has come through so many challenges and has found his purpose in this life.
He has just released his new journal My Head to my Heart in which he shares some of his own personal story, his poems and allows space for you to reflect on your own life and find things in each moment to be grateful for.
I hope you enjoy listening to our chat and gain something positive from it.
You can find Matt on
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Embracing Life with Cathy Dunleavy

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:05:24 GMT

Today's guest is Cathy Dunleavy from Co. Galway, who shares the many struggles she has had in her life personally and professionally. This year she left her 14 year career as a nurse to pursue her passion for helping others to feel healthier and happier in her new coaching business. We speak about how the nursing profession has changed over the years and how Cathy wants to help people more on a one to one level. In her personal life, Cathy so openly and beautifully shares how a pregnancy scan at 16 weeks revealed her baby girl would not survive outside the womb and the decision She and her husband had to make with the support of Feileacain (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland – SANDAI) during and after the pregnancy. Cathy shares with us how holding her beautiful daughter Doireann and feeling the life leave her body had a profound effect on her. Cathy and her husband have helped raise awareness to other families not only by sharing so openly, but also in their fundraising efforts this year, taking on a 500km cycling challenge and raising 15,000 euro for Feileacain. A beautiful and compassionate lady who has so much to share with us and with the many people she will most definitely help in the future. You can find Cathy on Instagram and Facebook
www.cathyshealthcoaching.com

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Vital Signs with Nicola Heneghan

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 09:45:35 GMT

Today's guest is Nicola Heneghan - a Mom and pharmacist with a huge passion for holistic health and wellbeing. This passion led Nicola to train in additional complementary therapies such as dietary counselling, nutrition, reiki energy therapy and yoga. Nicola firmly believes that it is the integration of our nutritional, physical, emotional and mental health that leads to vitality and wellness. This has stood to Nicola personally in the last year in particular as She underwent surgery for stage 4 endometriosis.
Nicola shares with us how knowing your own body leads to greater awareness and doing your own research will lead you on a path to discovery and healing. She believes that sharing our experiences will help bring greater understanding and support to everyone affected by endometriosis.

You can find Nicola on Instragram or check out her blog www.theyogapharmacist.wordpress.com
For more information check out Endometrosis Association of Ireland or Nancy's Nook on facebook

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Wandering Soul returns home with Philip Walsh

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 16:54:35 GMT

My guest today is Philip Walsh who shares with us his struggles to fit into mainstream society at times, he wants to live in a world full of good food, nature and healing. After leaving home and travelling around the world, it brought him on a journey of self-discovery which led him back home to Ireland where he opened up a men's circle to help and encourage others to share and feel supported. Philip has created a space for men of all ages and backgrounds, to come together in an open and non-judgemental way, exploring topics that they can learn from each other.
A lover of music, horses and travel, Philip now feels he has finally begun to understand the journey of self-love and wants to now share this with others through Reiki, mindfulness and energy training. A wonderful and calm presence, Philip's energy is open and compassionate to others. I look forward to watching his future unfold.
You can find Philip on Instagram

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My Brother's Keeper with Freya O' Horo

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 10:01:30 GMT

Today's guest is Freya O' Horo, a 21 year old social care practitioner student from Co. Mayo. Freya shares with us the challenges it brought to her family when her brother Dian was diagnosed with Autism. As his sibling, Freya shares the ways in which she learned to help and support Dian, and in doing so started to raise awareness in Autism Siblings Ireland which is now celebrating its fifth year.
Freya has created a blog in which She shares how Dian's autism has helped her become more patient and understanding, life skills that will stand to her in all areas of her life now and in the future. She helps bring more education and understanding to the people who have Autism and how we as the wider public can learn to be more tolerant and compassionate.
A wonderful young lady with so much compassion and it was a great pleasure to see the love for her brother Dian pouring out with every word.
You can connect to Freya or find out more about her awareness campaign on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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Your Story Matters with Lucie Kavanagh

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:15:53 GMT

This week's guest is Lucie Kavanagh from Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo. Lucie will share with us how mental health difficulties brought her role as a social care worker to an end and how this affected her whole life. Lucie is so very open and honest in how She felt at the time of her diagnosis and realised she needed support. It takes great courage to speak so openly about your own struggles in life, but in doing so she may help someone listening to know that they are not alone and there is a way forward.
Lucie now boards dogs at Maisie's Home and has a great love of writing and art, she volunteers for a local animal rescue and is an Ambassador for SEE CHANGE - which exists to reduce and eliminate stigma associated with mental illness in Ireland.
You can find Lucie on Twitter , Instagram & Facebook

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The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast (Trailer)

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 20:07:46 GMT

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Our Own Journey with Orla Gibney

Sharon Fitzmaurice — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 15:32:32 GMT

In this episode I chat to Orla Gibney about the unexpected part of her journey, when her third baby Eoghan was born profoundly deaf in November 2014 and how she found her passion in advocating for Deaf Awareness and Irish Sign Language.

Orla started keeping a journal when he was 2 years old and created a beautiful blog called Our Own Journey which can be found on facebook and also on Instagram. Her blog has evolved over time and is intended to help and support parents of not only deaf children, but anyone that has received a child diagnosis.

I am calling this Part 1 of my chat with Orla as She has so much more to share with us all. An amazing and inspirational lady

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