From Shy To Seen

In this episode of From Shy to Seen , I'm joined by the wonderful Holly Johnson –  founder of @nourishme.wellness – for a heart-to-heart on all things confidence, courage, and showing up for yourself. 💛 We dive into Holly's journey of self-growth through Nourish Me Wellness and stepping into the spotlight as a workshop host at the  Happy Place Festival this summer 🌞. Holly shares how confidence...

In this episode of From Shy To Seen , I'm joined by Tatiana — the heart and hands behind Tierra , a jewellery brand rooted in healing, vulnerability, and growth. ✨ Tatiana opens up about how a life event and deep personal reflection inspired her to stop hiding in her sorrow and start seeing — and being seen — through the work she created with her hands. We talk about what it means to reclaim your...

In this episode of From Shy to Seen , I'm joined once again by Andrew Spackman — founder of Ingenious Gifts — for another deep and powerful conversation all about confidence . We talk through practical tools he's used along the way like the 5 Whys, the Confidence Gap, and the power of reflection. We also dive into some profound mindset shifts — like the reminder from the Romans to "Memento Mori" (...

Fear can hold us back in ways we don't even realise - but stepping through it is where real growth happens. In this episode of  From Shy to Seen , I sit down with Andrew Spackman , founder of Ingenious Gifts , to talk about his journey of personal development, overcoming fears, and how it's shaped both his life and business. Andrew shares how facing his fears head-on has opened doors he never thou...

Do you ever find yourself saying "yes" before you even think about whether you actually want to? Do you avoid conflict at all costs because you don't want people to think badly of you? If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. In this episode of From Shy To Seen , I'm diving into my own struggles with people-pleasing — how I've spent so much of my life putting others first, avoiding diffic...

Starting a small business isn't just about selling products — it's about growth, resilience, and stepping outside your comfort zone. In this episode, I'm joined by Keeley Bolton, founder of jewellery brand Moon & Dusk.  We're diving into how running our businesses pushed us to find confidence, embrace vulnerability, and show up in ways we never imagined. We chat about: ✨ How starting a business f...

Have you ever felt like you were fading into the background—too shy to speak up, too afraid of being judged? In this episode of From Shy To Seen , I'm sharing my personal story of going from feeling invisible to slowly finding my voice. I'll talk about how my jewellery played a surprising role in helping me feel seen and how, against all odds, I stood in front of 300 people at a work conference an...

Friendships evolve as we grow, and navigating them through different seasons of life can be both beautiful and challenging. In this special episode of  From Shy to Seen , I'm joined by my best friends as we dive into the ups and downs of friendships - how they change over time, the challenges of making and maintaining meaningful connections, and the lessons we've learned along the way. We share ou...

Have you ever felt like creativity was your escape? That through making, designing, or expressing yourself, you started to feel more confident in who you are? In this episode of  From Shy to Seen , we're diving into how creativity can be a powerful tool for self-growth and confidence. I'll be sharing my own journey - how leaning into creativity helped me step out of my comfort zone, express myself...

Vulnerability isn't easy—but it's one of the most powerful ways to connect, grow, and build something meaningful 💛 In this episode, I'm joined by Aly, founder of Love Aly, a jewellery brand that embraces storytelling and deep connection. Together, we open up about the lessons we've learned through vulnerability—both in life and in business—and how being open has shaped our confidence, creativity,...

Ever felt invisible in a classroom full of people? Struggled with speaking up, dreaded being called on, or compared yourself to the louder, more confident classmates? You're not alone.   In this episode, I'm taking you back to my high school days - the anxiety of raising my hand, the physical panic when a teacher picked on me, and the effort it took to speak up in group discussions. I'll share per...

Today I dive into: ✨ my "why" for starting From Shy To Seen ✨ what I do ✨ what I'm hoping you'll get from this podcast Tune in to hear about future topics I'll be diving into!   Links Check out my clay jewellery designed to spark conversations: www.julystudiocreations.com Use promo code PODCAST at the checkout to get 10% off your first order! Let's start our conversations over on... Instagram:...