The Hurdle2Hope® Show

What if AI could help you manage your illness — without overwhelming you?  In this solo episode, I reflect on my time at the Digital Health Festival and explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is already transforming healthcare — and how it can actually help those of us living with chronic illness or fatigue.  From getting my Starlink internet set up to choosing a washing machine that works with...

Is the 24/7 news cycle draining your energy?   In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I share what changed for me when I stopped watching the news—and how it’s supported my healing in ways I didn’t expect.  Discussing an article from Mayo Clinic and my own lived experience with MS and Stage 4 breast cancer, I talk about the toll that constant noise, images, and updates can take on our nervous...

How do you feel on Mother’s Day?   A question often not asked.  Conversations not always had.  This week I’m prioritising my own wellbeing—and revisiting one of my most vulnerable episodes to date.  As Mother’s Day approaches, I reflect on a deeply personal part of my story: the grief that came with the decision not to have children, and how illness shaped that path.  Whether you're living wi...

How did you feel when you received a life-changing diagnosis?    Shocked? Numb? Like the ground had shifted beneath you?  In this episode, I share how the lessons I learned from living with MS helped me navigate my stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis. The one thing that stood out—and truly worked—was creating an environment that protected my energy and supported my healing.  If you LOVED the episode,...

Have you ever felt like you were trying to be resilient—but it just wasn’t working?   Maybe you were doing your best to push through a health challenge, hold it together, or stay strong—only to feel like it still wasn’t enough.  In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I’m sharing why the advice to “be resilient” often feels like pressure instead of support—and what true resilience really looks...

Have you ever felt like being positive just isn’t enough?     Maybe someone told you to “just stay positive” at a time when life felt anything but okay.  In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I’m opening up about the pressure to perform positivity—especially when living with a chronic illness—and why authenticity is far more healing than forcing a smile.  If you LOVED the episode, make sure y...

Are you feeling stuck in life with your health condition?  Mariah MacInnes returns to Wellbeing Interrupted (first heard back in Episode 18 — my very first guest!). A year on, Mariah continues to embrace life as a digital nomad — a life worlds away from the hospital bed she found herself in after undergoing a Whipple’s procedure in her twenties. At that time, she felt completely lost and unsure ho...

Do you believe in unconscious bias?   In this solo episode, I share a moment that made me stop and think. While representing Hurdle2Hope® at a recent health event, I noticed how quickly assumptions were made — not out of malice, just habit.  It’s something many of us living with illness or disability experience. And when you add gender into the mix? The bias can be subtle… but it’s there.  This is...

Who supports the people who support us?     In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I unpack why burnout in healthcare, disability, and aged care is more than a workplace issue — it’s a care crisis that affects us all. Whether you rely on frontline support or work in the sector yourself, this is a conversation we need to have.  I also share how the Hurdle2Hope® Roadmap can help staff move from...

What if mindset—not your body—was the biggest thing holding you back?  Louise Butcher is back on Wellbeing Interrupted , and in this follow-up to Episode 60, we go even deeper. This time, it’s not about marathons or world records—it’s about what happens when you stop letting other people’s opinions define how you feel in your body.  And if you haven’t yet listened to last week’s chat in Episode 60...

What if losing your breasts led you to discover your greatest strength?  Louise Butcher is back on Wellbeing Interrupted , and her story is more powerful than ever. After making headlines as the first woman to run the London Marathon topless post-mastectomy, Louise has since broken records, sparked global conversations, and challenged the way we think about body image, confidence, and femininity. ...

Can creativity truly be a tool for healing?   In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I sit down with Debbie Crouch, a creative community expert, artist, and recovery coach who founded Art for Wellness . Debbie’s journey is a powerful testament to how creativity can support emotional healing, particularly for those navigating health conditions or past trauma.  Growing up, Debbie loved art, but...

Are your symptoms real if no one can give you a diagnosis?   Have you ever felt like something was wrong with your body, but no one could give you answers? You’re not alone. The journey to a diagnosis can be frustrating, exhausting, and emotionally draining.  In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I reflect on my conversations with Ronni Morgan (Episode 47) and Katerina Vujić (Episode 56), who...

Would you still feel like yourself if you lost your hair?   In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Tami Wong, who has lived with alopecia since she was 15. She turned her experience into advocacy, founding Hair Loss Pride, a support community for women and teens, while also educating salon professionals and writing the bestselling children's book Hair Pride.    If you LOVED...

Healthy one day. Sick the next. Can you relate to this?    Katerina Vujić’s life changed in a day. In Episode 51 of Wellbeing Interrupted , she shares her journey from unexplained illness and medical gaslighting to self-advocacy and healing.   Now a certified holistic health coach, Katerina uses her experience to guide others through their own health challenges.  If you LOVED this episode, share i...

Join Me at the Biggest Healthcare Event in the Southern Hemisphere!   I’m so excited to share that I’ll be part of the Start-Up Zone at Australian Healthcare Week (AHW) 2025—the largest healthcare exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere!   🌟 And here’s the best part—I have FREE tickets to give away! 🔗 Register Here   What is Australian Healthcare Week?   Australian Healthcare Week (19-20 March, 20...

Would you say you’re a curious person?   Turning 50 is a milestone I’ve fully embraced—not just because I’m here to celebrate it, but because I love the life I’m creating. Stage 4 cancer has shifted my perspective, and in 2025, I’m intentionally focusing on Confidence, Curiosity, and Creativity.  If you're facing a health challenge or a big life transition, I encourage you to choose your own...

How Can Curiosity Help You Heal?   In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I sit down with Jessica Graham, trauma resolution guide, meditation teacher, and author of Being (Sick) Enough: Thoughts on Invisible Illness, Childhood Trauma, and Living Well When Surviving is Hard.  Jess shares their journey of living with chronic illnesses, healing from childhood trauma, and how curiosity and small j...

Have You Ever Felt Defined by Your Illness?   It’s easy to feel like your health condition has taken over your story. Whether it’s MS, cancer, or something else, those labels can weigh heavily on your mind and soul. But what if you could reframe those challenges and take back your sense of self?  In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I reflect on my incredible conversation with Michelle Holli...

Do the labels of illness shape how you see yourself?   In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted , I sit down with Michelle Holling-Brooks to explore her profound journey of healing and resilience. Michelle’s story is one of transformation—moving beyond health labels and discovering the wisdom and power hidden in life’s challenges.  Through her insights, Michelle invites us to redefine what healing...

Do you find New Year’s brings up mixed emotions?   Living with a health condition can make the start of a new year feel overwhelming. In Episode 51 of Wellbeing Interrupted , I share how I prepare my mindset for the year ahead—not by setting rigid resolutions but by reflecting, shifting my focus, and focusing on what excites me about the future.  This episode is a personal look at how I approach N...

Are you a people-pleaser struggling to honour your health?    In Episode 50 of Wellbeing Interrupted , I chat with Francesca Budesheim, founder of Low Key Spiritual . Francesca shares her expertise on the mind-body connection, breaking free from people-pleasing, and processing grief to align your life in a way that honours your health.    If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in...

Life begins at 40, right?   For Erin Buck, it began with a back injury that changed everything.  In Episode 49, I chat with Erin, who shares her story of living with a debilitating back injury that transformed her career, mobility, and daily life. From navigating chronic pain and foot drop to the emotional challenges of using a wheelchair, Erin’s journey is one of resilience, adaptability, and fin...

I want to feel festive but…  Living with a health condition can make this time of year especially overwhelming, with endless to-do lists, social commitments, and the pressure to keep up. In Episode 48 of Wellbeing Interrupted , I share practical strategies to help you manage holiday stress while protecting your health and energy.  From staying grounded and shifting frustration to gratitude, to ada...

Struggling to get doctors to listen to your health concerns?   In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Ronni Morgan, who shares their journey of living with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). Ronni opens up about the long road to diagnosis, the challenges of living with chronic pain, and how they’ve redefined their career to align with their health and passions.   Ronni’s...