Spoonies with Purpose

In this interview Bonnie and I discussed how purpose is not a singular thing, but rather the impact we have on others and ourselves through our various roles and expressions. Bonnie shared her perspective on the shift happening in the world, moving from an external, hierarchical structure to one focused on individual expression and inner guidance. She described how she uses tools like astrology an...

In this interview Claire, a spiritual doula, astrological counselor, and hypnotherapist shares her personal journey of living with a long-term health condition and how it led her to discover her true purpose. Despite the immense challenges, she found her calling in holistic healing work that combines modalities like aromatherapy, astrology, and greenwitchery. Claire emphasized that everyone has a...

In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Shelley, a former nurse who has embraced a transformative journey. After her experience with Long COVID profoundly affected her energy levels, Shelley transitioned into self-employment as a spiritual coach. Combining her clinical expertise with a deep spiritual perspective, she now supports women navigating fatigue, grief, and illness. Shelley...

Magda shares her story of being diagnosed with Graves' disease at age 12, and how she has since developed additional autoimmune and hormonal conditions like asthma and insulin resistance. She discusses the challenges of managing these health issues, especially during the transition to adulthood when she had to take more responsibility for her own care. Magda defines purpose as a deep inner drive t...

In this interview, I chat with the fabulously fiery fibro femme Marie Wroe about purpose. I really enjoyed our discussion about the spiritual aspects of purpose. Find out more about Marie and her purposeful work: https://marie-wroe.mykajabi.com/ # Or join her Facebbok group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femmesonfirespiritualentrepreneurs/?ref=share_group_link    Come and join a beauti...

In this interview Anne tells us about her healing journey from ME/CFS, Irlens Syndrome and Mould Illness and how taking care of her own health has become a priority focus of her purpose.   You can connect with Anne:  On her Webste: https://www.annesloman.co.uk/    On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Anne-Sloman-Holistic-Health-Coach/61556816896710/   On Insta...

In this interview Audrey tells the story of how she discovered Sophrology after a disgnosis of M.S. We then talk about purpose and how its tied to allowing and living authentically.  Connect with Audry on her website: www.stepintosophrology.co.uk   Email: info@stepintosophrology.co.uk  Facebook: Step Into Sophrology  Instagram: @StepIntoSophrology  Youtube: Step Into Sophr...

This is a short training for people with long-term health conditions. A satisfying sense of purpose can be easily attained, despite limited energy, when recognising and valuing these 4 types of pupose, and making sure that we prioritise them for the good of all. This is a recording of a live training in my Facebook group Spoonies with Purpose: creating joyful wellness . If you'd like to take part...

In this interview I talk to Tracey about how she sees purpose. We talked about 3 elements of purpose: sharing what you've learned, taking great care of yourself and doing things that light you up. Tracey also told us about her wonderful vision journaling art.   You can follow Tracy's Facebook page: Garden Room Art https://m.facebook.com/Traceyjonesart    Or join her free group...

In this episode I talk with Angie Ash about her purpose as a funtional medicine nutritionist. In addition to hearing her story we talk about how purpose is related to joy and the importance of having boundaries. You can connect with Angie on her website: Wildbare Nutrition Or join her facebook group: From Fatigued to Fantastic    If you haven't already joined, head over to my facebook gr...

In this episode Helena describes how creating an Etsy shop and teaching sewing lessons at a local women's center, started by simply following what made her happy. She also talks about how she manages all this whilst living with CFS. You can vist Helena's Etsy shop at this link: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SewnitByHelena     Or follow her on Facebook HERE.  

In this interview with the multi-talented Julia Stüber we talk about many issues around having prupose when you have a chronic illness, including the importance of changing how you consider purpose, depending on how much energy you have.  You can check out Julia's puzzle books HERE    If you’d like to join a supportive community of people with chronic illness looking to find purpose...

 A couple of weeks ago I had the wonderful pleasure of talking to the lovely Suzan Jackson for my Spoonies with Purpose podcast.   In this interview Sue tells us of her experience of living with ME/CFS and then being a mother to 2 sons who also had the illness. She shares how she discovered that she wanted to make the world a better place and how she wanted to support people by shar...

 In this interview I talk to author Christie Cox about her experience with several chronic illnesses including EDS. She shares how she found some treatment that helped her enough to find a new purpose... Sharing all that she learned in her book 'Holding it All Together When You're Hypermobile'  The book goes on sale Aug 11 on Amazon and other retailers and for zebras on a budget, the dig...

 In this interview, we talk about Kate's journey from being an incredible achiever to learning how to separate purpose from productivity and the importance of appreciating your own unconditional worth. We also discuss how sharing your experience can be an important purpose. Kate is the author of the book 'Relentless: From National Champion to Physically Disabled Activist'   Buy now...

In this episode, Dr Rebecca talks about how she found purpose from adversity. She explains how discipline has enebled her to serve her pupose and talks about her current purpose as a coach and a writer. You can find out more about Dr Rebecca at her website: https://drrebecca.org.uk   Shop for her books HERE   Join her Facebook group Lifejoy Learning by Dr Rebecca   Follow her on lin...

In this interview Jackie tells her story of living with ME/CFS since she was 19 years old and how, losing 4 stone for her brother’s wedding, led to her discovering her life's purpose.  To find out more check out her website: www.intheglowfaceyoga.com   Or join her Facebook group 'The GlowClub': https://www.facebook.com/groups/381647920070492/   Alternatively you can follow her Faceb...