Celebrate a Sister with Emma Walkinshaw

In this episode of Celebrate a Sister Podcast,   I'm joined by my dear friend, co-host, and wholehearted retreat co-facilitator — the wonderful Yogi Loui . We're diving into the heart of our upcoming Kerala, India Retreat happening this November. Together, we share the magic of Southern India — the lush landscapes, nourishing Ayurvedic traditions, deep rest for the nervous system, and why this ret...

This week on Celebrate a Sister , I'm joined by my dear friend, Anjali Woodford—a truly heart-centred woman doing incredible things for women's wellness. Anj shares her powerful story of growing up in a small village in Nepal, surviving trauma, and finding her voice and purpose here in Australia. From navigating life on a superyacht to launching a grassroots movement focused on holistic health, An...

This week on Celebrate A Sister , I'm joined by my dear friend and soulful sister Kylie Upton , founder of White Snake Yoga . Kylie is a Kundalini yoga teacher, gong whisperer, and modern-day healer with a magnetic energy you'll feel through your headphones. We dive into the power of Kundalini yoga , its ability to awaken inner wisdom, calm the nervous system, and heal the body from the inside out...

In this solo episode of Celebrate a Sister , I'm opening up about something that's been sitting on my heart lately—disconnection. Maybe you've felt it too… that sense of being a little out of sync with your body, your desires, your intuition, or even your own joy. I've noticed these moments creeping in during midlife, and I wanted to share some real talk and gentle reflections on what it means to...

This week in Celebrate a Sister Podcast, I'm diving into the beauty and complexity of friendship in midlife. After returning from a soul-stirring retreat in India with 13 incredible women, I felt the ache of missing deep connection—and it sparked this episode. From soul sisters and cheerleaders to the friendships that slowly fade, I'm reflecting on the roles different women play in our lives, the...

This episode is straight from my heart — a reflection born from my journaling practice and some beautiful (and emotional) conversations I've had with women lately. I've been feeling a bit stuck in midlife, and as I peeled back the layers, seven truths revealed themselves… and not all of them were easy to sit with. From the quiet grief of my children growing up and leaving home, to the unexpected w...

This week on Celebrate a Sister , I had the absolute joy of sitting down with my beautiful friend and powerhouse businesswoman, Angela Vassallo. Angela is the queen of reinvention — an inspiring entrepreneur, bestselling author, and keynote speaker who has transformed her life and career multiple times over. In this deeply honest and soul-nourishing chat, we talk about what it really feels like to...

After returning from hosting the Wholehearted Women's Retreat in magical, messy, soulful India—and stopping through pristine, polished Singapore—I found myself deep in reflection about the contradictions I live with daily as a midlife woman. One minute I'm dancing under the moon in my curvy, aging body, feeling fully free. The next, I'm wondering if I should smooth my forehead or plump my lips. Ca...

Hello, my beautiful listeners!   This week in Celebrate a Sister Podcast, I'm coming to you straight from the stunning backwaters of Kerala, India!   After an incredible retreat experience, I'm reflecting on something close to my heart—our relationship with our bodies and the stories we tell ourselves. In this episode, I'm sharing all the exciting details about our upcoming Body Love Revolution On...

In this week's episode of Celebrate a Sister Podcast, Fiona Cossill and I are recording this episode from Rishikesh, India —right by the Ganges! Fiona, a 6 & 7 figure service business growth coach and yoga teacher, joined me on the Wholehearted Retreat , where we explored self-acceptance, body image, and the deep healing power of yoga. We talk about the little beliefs we carry from childhood, the...

Hello, beautiful souls, and welcome to this week's episode of Celebrate a Sister ! 🌸 Right now, I'm coming to you from the vibrant and magical land of India, where Yogi Loui and I are preparing to welcome an incredible group of women to our Wholehearted Retreat . In this episode, I reflect on why India? —what is it about this sacred place that calls me back time and time again? From the deep devo...

Welcome to this week's episode of Celebrate a Sister ! I'm your host, Emma Walkinshaw, and today, I'm diving into a deeply personal reflection on turning 49, navigating menopause, and shifting my perspective from cynicism to awe and wonder. Have I been truly present? Have I been embracing moments of joy and gratitude? These questions led me to explore the power of awe —the simple yet profound expe...

This week on Celebrate A Sister , I sit down with the incredible Catherine Bowyer , founder of Happiness Hive , who shares her deeply personal journey of grief, healing, and rediscovering joy . After facing heartbreaking loss, Catherine found the strength to let go, surrender, and step back into life with purpose and passion . We talk about navigating life's biggest transitions , embracing both gr...

In this episode, I explore how yoga's philosophy goes beyond movement to transform our relationship with our bodies. As I prepare for my third trip to India, I reflect on three powerful Sanskrit principles: Ahimsa – Practicing self-kindness and letting go of self-criticism. Dukkha – Releasing suffering from judgment and restriction. Aparigraha – Embracing non-attachment and self-acceptance. Join m...

Why do we trust strangers on the internet more than we trust ourselves? In this episode of The Celebrate a Sister Podcast , I'm diving deep into a topic that's been on my heart: the overwhelming noise of the wellness industry and how easy it is to lose touch with our own inner wisdom. I'll be unpacking how the wellness world often sells us insecurity disguised as self-improvement—wrapped in green...

Welcome to this deeply personal and reflective episode of Celebrate A Sister with your host, Emma Walkinshaw. This week, Emma opens up about her lifelong journey with body acceptance, nourishment, and self-love—an exploration that has shaped her path as a yoga teacher and woman on a mission to redefine what health truly means. As the new year energy lingers, many of us feel the pressure of quick f...

In this inspiring episode of Celebrate a Sister , I sit down with the amazing Sammi, an entrepreneur and coach, to dive into her life-changing "Fueled Up Life" framework. Sammi Jaeger shares how this powerful approach helps her stay balanced across eight key areas: her relationship with herself, relationships with others, network, household, career or business, wealth and lifestyle, the world arou...

This week on Celebrate A Sister Podcast , I'm diving into a question I hear all the time: "If I accept my body, does that mean I'm letting myself go?" Spoiler alert—it doesn't! We'll chat about why body acceptance isn't about giving up but starting from a place of self-respect. I'll share some personal stories, mindset shifts, and simple ways to embrace yourself while still showing up with love an...

In this episode of Celebrate a Sister Podcast , I'm diving into a topic that's been on my mind: "Why Do We Consume So Much Content but Fail to Take Action?" We live in a digital age where scrolling for answers feels productive, but too often, we don't translate what we learn into meaningful change. I'm sharing my own reflections on this habit, how perfectionism and fear of failure play a role, and...

Welcome to this week's episode of Celebrate a Sister Podcast ! I'm so excited to be joined by my dear friend and retreat mentor, Emma Lovell. Emma has not only been a huge part of my retreat journey but is now sharing her wisdom in her new book, Travel the World, Make Money, and Live a Life You Love Now: The Art of   Bleisure. In this heartfelt chat, Emma shares her unique philosophy on blending w...

This week on Celebrate A Sister , I'm opening up about my 2024—its joys, challenges, and lessons that helped me grow. From big milestones like publishing my book and hosting retreats, to the tougher moments that tested my resilience, I'm sharing it all in the hopes of inspiring you to reflect on your year with kindness and gratitude. As we step into a new chapter, I'd love for you to join me for m...

Your Year, Your Word: Find Your Focus for 2025 Welcome to this week's episode of Celebrate a Sister Podcast ! I'm your host, Emma Walkinshaw, and I'm so glad you've joined me today. This week, I'm sharing something close to my heart—how I've been choosing a theme, feeling, or word to guide each year, and how this practice has brought so much clarity and purpose to my life. For the past three years...

This week on Celebrate a Sister Podcast , I'm honored to welcome back my soul sister and dear friend, Madonna—the goddess. Madonna has always been a beacon of strength and authenticity, and in this deeply moving episode, she shares her story of life after a marriage breakup, rediscovering herself as a single woman in her 40s, and continuing her empowering work as a plus-size model and coach. Throu...

Hello Beautiful Souls,  I'm Emma Walkinshaw, your host and Body Confidence Coach, and I'm so excited to bring you this week's episode of Celebrate a Sister Podcast . With the holidays upon us, I want to share a short but powerful reminder to help you navigate this season with joy and confidence. Together, we'll call out the traps of diet culture, talk about why it's a false economy, and explore ho...

I'm thrilled to share this special episode of  Celebrate a Sister , originally recorded as part of the Body Love Revolution Online Summit back in February. In this heartfelt conversation, I chat with my incredible cousin, Lorie May—a mature-age model, cancer survivor, and one of my dearest friends. Lorie opens up about her inspiring journey of returning to modeling in her 40s, embracing her scars...