Heart Full, Mind Heavy

Heartbreak doesn't always arrive with divorce papers. Sometimes it comes quietly through loss, resentment, people-pleasing, or waking up one day and realising you've forgotten who you are. This week we're joined by relationship and communication coach Gemma Hall, who helps women navigate some of life's hardest chapters with honesty, practical tools and compassion. Together we e...

We are back for the second half of season 3 and have some great guests lined up for you. For now, a quick update on what we've been up to and launching our first ever in person event - The Room She Needs. This will be held in London on Wednesday 23rd September and is for any women who feels they need to find that connection and who they are in themselves again. This isn't a business netw...

In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Carr for an honest and deeply moving conversation about motherhood, survival, women’s health, and rediscovering who you are beyond the roles life gives you. Michelle shares the moments that changed everything, the challenges she faced, the strength she didn’t know she had, and how survival can reshape not only your life, but your identity. We talk openly...

This week on Heart Full Mind Heavy, Debs & Alex talk about grief and the journey you go on as an individual. They discuss how grief can affect everyone in different ways and how there are 5 'classic stages' of grief that people can experience after loss.  The stages are not a checklist, timeline, or rulebook.  People move in and out of them, skip them entirely, or experience several...

This week, we’re joined by Victoria Hamilton Personal Style Coach, Confidence Cheerleader, and the kind of woman who feels like your best friend from the very first conversation. But this episode goes far beyond clothes and fashion. We talk about the pressure women face to fit into society’s boxes — age, motherhood, weight, relationships, expectations — and what happens when you wake up one day fe...

In the opening episode of Season 3, we sit down with Grace to share her deeply personal and emotional journey into premature labour at just 25 weeks. What begins as a seemingly normal pregnancy quickly turns into a terrifying race against time, set against the isolating backdrop of COVID restrictions. Grace takes us through the moment everything changed, the fear and uncertainty of early birth, an...

In this episode, we ride the emotional rollercoaster of life’s highest highs and lowest lows. We celebrate the moments that filled our cups. From Alex’s unforgettable 40th birthday, complete with a magical trip to New York and a surprise meal that she’ll never forget, to Debs stepping into a new chapter by starting HRT and embracing change with courage and honesty. But alongside the joy, we sit wi...

In this episode, we talk honestly about the emotional toll of women’s health uncertainty. Alex shares her journey through suspected endometriosis and adenomyosis, the decision to go private in search of answers, and the whirlwind of fast-tracked appointments only for her long-awaited operation to be cancelled. Alongside that, Debs shares her experience of being recalled for a mammogram. Although e...

In this episode, we talk openly about the parts of motherhood that are rarely said out loud. From navigating fertility struggles and living with PCOS, to not enjoying pregnancy, to the quiet shock of postnatal depression. We share what it’s like when something you wanted for so long doesn’t bring the instant happiness you were told to expect. We talk about guilt, grief, relief, resentment, and lov...

No More Survival Mode: Our 2026 Intentions 2025 pushed us into survival mode.  Juggling work, motherhood, mental load, shifting priorities, and the quiet exhaustion that comes from always holding it together. In this episode, we’re reflecting honestly on what 2025 taught us - the burnout, the boundaries, the unexpected plot twists and how we’re choosing to move into 2026 with more intention, softn...

Christmas is meant to be magical… but for many mums, it’s also exhausting, emotional, and quietly overwhelming. In this Christmas special episode, we’re lowering the bar, naming the chaos, and having the conversations that usually happen in the kitchen at midnight when the house is finally quiet and the feelings catch up. We talk honestly about the mental load of Christmas, the invisible planning,...

It’s not glamorous, it’s real.  Join Debs and Alex for a gentle, honest walkthrough of their daily rhythms: the moments that ground them, the tasks that stretch them and the rituals that keep them going. A calming, connected episode that celebrates everyday resilience.  Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartfull_mindheavy/ Email us at: info@heartfullmindheavy.co.uk Thanks for listen...

Christmas is four weeks away which is both loads of time and absolutely no time at all.  We’re chatting slow starts, over-ambitious lists, mini panics, early school events, and that feeling of “I really should start shopping.”  A relatable warm-up to the season ahead.  Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartfull_mindheavy/ Email us at: info@heartfullmindheavy.co.uk Thanks for listeni...

When Alex’s husband Ryan decided to take on The Knowledge, the famously gruelling test required to become a licensed London black cab driver, he had no idea how deeply it would test his patience, focus, and resilience.  In this honest conversation, Alex and Debs sit down with Ryan to explore why he chose this unique path, what it took to get through years of studying every street in London, and ho...

In this episode, we chat with Jessie Laute about the transformative power of breathwork. How it changed her own life and how she’s now using it to support others. Jesse shares her inspiring journey and her work with School Breathe, a project dedicated to bringing mindfulness and breath awareness into schools. Her mission? To create a grounded, mindful, and empowered generation equipped to thrive t...

This week, we’re joined by the amazing Laura Brunton founder & CEO of Laura Brunton Coaching . Laura shares her journey from the fast-paced world of corporate life to building a successful coaching business built on one powerful message: no woman left behind . We talk about the leap from security to self-employment, what it’s really like working with your husband, and the lessons she’s learned...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy Alex & Debs chat with guest & author Paul Glazebrook. Paul wrote the book Been Nowhere, Done Nothing , which tells the story of his life in the army - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Paul opens up about his experiences in service, the reality of male mental health, and what pushed him to put his story down on paper. We’ll also chat...

This week we’re keeping it light with a quick-fire round of midlife realities. From the mystery of morning routines, leggings as a lifestyle, and the dreaded 'what's for dinner question'. Tech fails, beauty blunders, and why clean bedding now feels weirdly exciting . Listen as Debs quizzes Alex on the teen slang now being used!  Think of this episode as a snapshot of what life reall...

In this powerful episode, Debs and her husband/our producer Andy open up about Andy’s PTSD diagnosis in 2019 and the journey they’ve faced together since.  From the shock of the early days to the long road of treatment and healing, they share the raw realities of living with PTSD - not just for the person diagnosed, but for the partner walking alongside them. Debs talks openly about the often-over...

As the school holidays draw to a close, we’re sitting down to unpack the highs, lows, and everything in between. From the chaos of juggling work and kids to the little golden moments that made it worthwhile, this debrief is our honest take on surviving the summer stretch.  Join us for laughs, lessons learned, and a big sigh of relief as we look ahead to the fresh start of September.  Find us on In...

This week we’re swapping the chaos of daily life for the chaos of… packing. From what not to forget, to keeping kids (and yourself) sane on holiday, we’re sharing our favourite tips for making travel a little less stressful and a lot more enjoyable. Whether you’re a list-maker or a last-minute crammer, this short and sunny check-in is your reminder that holidays are about memories, not perfection....

With our holidays just around the corner, we're squeezing in a quick North/South catch-up. From frantic last-minute prep to slowing down just enough to enjoy it, we share where life's at, what's on the horizon, and the usual mix of honesty and humour.  A short check-in to keep you company (and sane 😂). Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartfull_mindheavy/ Email us at...

This week, Debs & Alex are recording separately as they juggle the chaos and calm of the summer holidays. Alex checks in from a trip away with her kids and we get a little insight into what they really think she does for work. Meanwhile, Debs is home, embracing the slower pace (and a moment to actually breathe). It’s a short, honest check-in to help keep the sanity during the six-week stretch ...

It’s that time again: schools out, kids are home, and the juggle just got real. In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re talking about surviving the summer holidays while keeping your sanity, your business, and your mental health afloat. From the mum guilt of wanting to create magical memories while also needing a minute to breathe, to the reality of working with kids around, we share wha...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re switching perspectives and stepping into Dad mode. We sit down with Will Rye , who shares his journey from entrepreneurship to fatherhood, and what it’s really like to navigate the messy, magical, and often overwhelming world of parenting from the other side of the fence. We talk about how becoming a dad changed his priorities, the mental load men...