Empowered By Claudia

In this episode, Claudia explores what it really means to take action when you do not feel ready. We often wait for certainty, confidence, or the “right time” before we begin. But in reality, readiness is rarely something we feel in advance. More often, confidence is built through action, not before it. Claudia reflects on how overthinking, fear of judgement, and perfectionism can keep us stuck, a...

What if confidence in your clothes had nothing to do with your size… and everything to do with how you see yourself? In this episode, I’m joined by personal stylist Sarah van Dort for a refreshing and honest conversation about style, body changes, and learning to feel good in what you wear right now. Because let’s be honest… most of us have stood in front of a full wardrobe thinking, “I’ve got not...

Episode 50: The Power of Choice: Leaving, Staying, and Trusting Yourself Again In this deeply honest and reflective milestone episode, Claudia explores one of the most difficult and emotionally charged questions we face in life: Should I stay, or should I go? Whether you are feeling stuck in a relationship, questioning your career, or sensing that something in your life no longer feels right, this...

Why does rest feel so hard, even when you are exhausted? If you have ever found yourself thinking, “Why can’t I just relax?” or lying in bed feeling wired but tired, this episode is for you. In this episode I explore why rest can feel unsafe, guilt inducing, or even impossible, especially for high functioning women who look fine on the outside but feel overwhelmed underneath. This episode follows...

Episode 48: Looking Fine on the Outside: Navigating Invisible Illness and Burnout In this episode of Empowered by Claudia , we explore the reality behind invisible illness, hidden struggles, and the exhaustion that often goes unseen. Many of us look “fine” on the outside, but inside we may be navigating chronic pain, mental health challenges, fatigue, or burnout. Claudia shares her own experiences...

In this episode of Empowered by Claudia , we explore how to create your own personal retreat... a space of calm and peace you can return to whenever life feels overwhelming. Claudia reflects on the constant stream of news, social media, and pressures we absorb daily, and shares practical strategies to protect your peace, even in small moments . From simple routines to habit stacking and sensory re...

Do you ever feel like your brain is full of half formed thoughts and endless to dos and no matter how hard you try you cannot switch off? In this episode Claudia explores what it really means to have a full mind and how you can find calm even when life feels chaotic. Claudia shares personal stories and practical strategies for easing mental pressure supporting yourself with compassion and creating...

When Fear Meets Hope: Escaping Doubt Without Shrinking Your Goals What do you do when the people closest to you cannot see your goals yet? In this episode of Empowered by Claudia , Claudia explores how other people’s beliefs can quietly influence our confidence, especially when we are working towards goals that feel big, meaningful, and slightly uncomfortable. Inspired by a personal moment around...

Episode 44: Your Why Is Everything: Staying Motivated When Life Gets Messy In this episode of Empowered by Claudia, Claudia explores why staying motivated is not about discipline or perfect routines, but about connecting deeply to your why. When life feels chaotic, unpredictable, or overwhelming, surface level goals are often not enough to keep you going. Claudia shares why anchoring into the deep...

In this episode of Empowered by Claudia , Claudia explores why some goals feel achievable while others feel out of reach. Building on the previous episode about rebuilding confidence, she dives into how belief, visualization, embodiment, and community help make your goals feel possible — and keep you motivated along the way. Claudia explains how connecting emotionally to a goal and imagining what...

Why Not Me? Rebuilding Confidence in Your Ability to Achieve Your Goals Many of us carry the weight of past goal attempts — abandoned plans, broken promises to ourselves, and quiet self-doubt. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at goal setting because it never worked before, this episode is for you. We’ll explore: Why confidence dips after repeated goal attempts How to reframe “failure” with compassi...

Episode 41: Pause for Progress: How I Achieved Work, Family, and Health Goals in 2025 After a 15-month break, Claudia is back! In this episode, she shares her journey of juggling health, family, and business goals while prioritising self-care. From surgeries and fibromyalgia flares to losing nearly two stone and leaving her NHS role, Claudia reflects on resilience, mindset, and defining success on...

In this episode of the Empowered By Claudia podcast, host Claudia is joined by Carly Hopwood of Sajer Group. Carly is a Work-Life Coach and has an unorthodox take on the concept of work-life balance... in that she doesn't believe it truly exists. Join us as Carly shares her powerful insights on how we can release feelings of overwhelm, guilt and not feeling good enough because we are working...

As part of the celebrations of the first birthday of this podcast, Claudia has collated a series of Practical Guide episodes, drawing on her own experiences as a coach and fear of success instructor but also from the knowledge shared by the guests on the podcast over the past year. Today's episode is the third of this series with the aim that by the end of the practical guide series you will...

As part of the celebrations of the first birthday of this podcast, Claudia has collated a series of Practical Guide episodes, drawing on her own experiences as a coach and fear of success instructor but also from the knowledge shared by the guests on the podcast over the past year. Today's episode is the second of this series with the aim that by the end of the practical guide series you will...

As part of the celebrations of the first birthday of this podcast, Claudia has collated a series of Practical Guide episodes, drawing on her own experiences as a coach and fear of success instructor but also from the knowledge shared by the guests on the podcast over the past year. Today's episode is the first of this series with the aim that by the end of the practical guide series you will...

Featuring Madeline Karlsson In this episode of the Empowered by Claudia podcast, host Claudia delves into emotional eating and gut health with guest Madeline Karlsson, an integrative nutrition and health coach. Madeline shares her personal journey overcoming emotional eating, the pitfalls of dieting, and practical advice on achieving better mental and physical health through mindful eating. Key hi...

Welcome to a slightly different episode of the Empowered By Claudia Podcast. Today's episode is actually me being interviewed by Rachel Teeling, host of the Healing with Teeling podcast.  I wanted to share this episode with you as I know you will love listening to our real, unfiltered conversation all about cyclical living and how you can find your cyclical superpower! And no, you do not have...

Join Claudia as she reflects on the first year of the Empowered By Claudia Podcast. Reviewing past guest expert episodes and her solo episodes and also the process of setting up this podcast for you to enjoy. We get a glimpse of all the amazing value that's been covered in the past year and also a teaser of what's to come in the second year of the podcast. Don't forget to subscribe...

Today we welcome back the wonderful Chrissie, Feng Shui Consultant and Interior Designer from Feng Shui Life Styled.  Our topic for today is about how to Feng Shui our workspace, whether that is a corner of the kitchen table, bedroom, dedicated home office or a corporate office. We cover: The 9 Bagua's (areas) to focus on, the meaning of each area and importantly what to include and avoid in...

In today's episode of the Empowered By Claudia podcast, Claudia discussed a recent opportunity that she volunteered herself for that had a really positive result. It prompted her to record this unplanned episode encouraging you to leave your comfort zone and ask yourself "What would you do if you knew you could not fail?". She also takes listeners through a process to use if you are...

Join us for another episode of the Empowered By Claudia Podcast where we are joined by returning guest (from episode 3) Rachel Teeling.  Rachel is a dating and self-worth coach and she shares with us lots of tips on: Grieving past relationships so you can move forward without baggage How to know when you are ready to date again Why you shouldn't expect your new partner to be your hero and res...

In this episode, Claudia discusses the PANDAS UK #Whatsyourglimmer campaign and gives practical suggestions on how you can find those daily Glimmers on days when everything feels too heavy.  With realistic suggestions, this episode will undoubtedly leave you feeling brighter and seeing glimmers of hope.  Claudia discusses the benefits of finding these glimmers - small moments of goodness & bea...

In today's episode Claudia shares a simple formula we can use to help us change the outcome of events without controlling anyone else (no Jedi mind tricks here).  Learn the simple formula with practical examples on how it can reduce stress and friction in your life Feel empowered to control how you respond to events and the impact that has on the outcome Be clear on what is in your circle of...

Today's episode focuses on World Maternal Mental Health Day 2024 and host, Claudia discusses her 7 top tips for supporting maternal mental health which she has used over her motherhood journey. What's best is all of these tips are absolutely free to implement. If you would like further advice/ support on maternal wellbeing please contact Claudia or check out her coaching programmes here...