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What’s your mood and energy like since Christmas? I arrived at Christmas feeling very calm and grounded, but now, less than two weeks later, I’m feeling quite irritable and cranky. So, I’m excited to share with you why that is! In this episode, I’ll talk about the three habits I changed over Christmas that had a huge impact on how I felt. Here’s why you’ll want to tune in: 1️⃣ We’ll chat about thr...

What are your relationships like with the people you love? 🧡 If you’ve ever felt stuck, lonely, or unsure if your relationships could get better, this is for you. This year, my relationships absolutely transformed, but it wasn’t easy. I went through messy, turbulent times with the people I love because I was changing so much—and that change impacted everyone around me. If you’re rowing more, feel...

Have you ever wondered if the things you experience—like wanting to eat junk food at night or feeling stuck—are normal? In this episode, I’m diving into the shared struggles and quirks of life that often leave us questioning ourselves.  Spoiler: You’re not alone, and yes, it’s all perfectly normal. Here are 3 reasons to tune in: Why you crave snacks at night: Understanding the real reasons behind...

Have you ever wondered what life would really be like without alcohol? I thought I knew, but the reality totally surprised me. If you’ve ever thought about what your life might look like without alcohol, I’m sharing everything with you here. In today’s episode, you’ll… Hear why I stopped drinking: I’ll share my relationship with alcohol and the moment I decided it was time to quit. Learn what the...

2024 was a year of transformation and discovery for me. I learned so many valuable lessons through the self-work I’ve been doing, and I’m excited to share them with you. My hope is that they’ll help you as much as they’ve helped me. In today’s episode, you’ll… Find peace amidst the chaos: I’ll share how learning to be centered and grounded has helped me overcome stress and overwhelm, and how it ca...

Do you struggle with finding balance in your health and wellness journey? 🤔 Do stress, sugar cravings, or that nagging self-doubt hold you back from feeling your best? You're definitely not alone—so many of us face these challenges, especially as we navigate the ups and downs of life after 40. 🌿 In this episode, I'm diving deep into what it really takes to build sustainable, lasting habits that...

Do you ever feel like you’re constantly battling with food and wondering how to finally make lasting change? In this week’s episode, we dive deep into the connection between food, balance, and healing. 🌱  If you’ve ever struggled with your relationship with food, or felt overwhelmed trying to “fix” your eating habits, this episode is a must-listen.  I share my personal journey of finding balance...

I'm excited to introduce Christine, a Transformational Soul Coach and Award-Winning Spiritual Wellness Advocate with over 20 years of experience, who helps individuals reconnect with their energy, realign with their purpose, and heal from within by guiding them to integrate spirituality into their everyday lives and embrace their authentic power. Today, she brings her expertise, love, and compassi...

In today’s episode, I’m so excited to welcome back Trisha! Together, we’re tackling a question that comes up time and time again: why is it so hard to make changes, even when we know they’re good for us? Trisha dives deep into the brain science behind habits, explaining why our brains resist healthy changes and cling to comfort. We’ll explore how past experiences shape our habits and how self-comp...

I’m thrilled to introduce today’s guest, Leisha Redmond McGrath. She’s a Chartered Occupational Psychologist, Work and Organisational Psychologist, Coaching Psychologist, Executive Coach, and a practising Irish Celtic Shaman. With over 25 years of experience working with major Irish and international businesses, Leisha has guided organisations through talent management, leadership development, and...

Welcome back to the Jessica Cooke Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m sharing something super personal—my journey with anxiety. I’ve struggled with it since I was a kid, and it’s shown up in so many ways over the years, from panic attacks to turning to food and alcohol for comfort. I’ll also walk you through what I do now to manage it, sharing simple, practical steps that help me keep it under contro...

In this episode, I share how you can transform your body and mindset with just 30 minutes of focused effort a day! Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I’ll show you how to build strength and confidence that will carry over into every part of your life. 💥 3 Reasons to Tune In: Simple, Actionable Plan: Learn how to easily fit a strength-building routine into your day without overwhelm. Con...

In this episode, I dive deep into why diets fail and how you can finally let go of that diet mentality. I’ll show you how to build a healthier, more balanced life without obsessing over food and weight! 💪🏻💛 3 Reasons to Tune In: Find Freedom from restrictive diets and learn how to focus on health instead of weight. Practical Tips on how to nourish your body without guilt or obsession. Mindset S...

Are you going around in circles, struggling to get consistent? 🔄😓 I know exactly why you feel that way—because this was me for so many years. If you want to stop going around in circles, you need to stop doing this one thing... 🚫 In today’s short little episode, I’m sharing with you exactly what that is! 🎙️ Click play and let’s dive in!

Are you afraid it's too late for you? 😟➡️💪 I want you to know one thing... it’s never too late to change. 🌟 You want to get fit and healthy? 🏃‍♀️🍎 Only fear is holding you back. I know how you can remove that fear, and I know how you can start your fitness and health journey in the right direction. 🚀 In today’s episode, I’m helping Margaret overcome her fear of failure and giving her practic...

Welcome back to the Jessica Cooke Podcast!  In today's episode, I dive into a topic that resonates with so many of us: people-pleasing and the toll it takes on our well-being. Inspired by an email from Karen, a listener struggling with always putting others first, I explore how people-pleasing often stems from deeper issues like fear of rejection and lack of self-worth. Together, we discuss practi...

It’s a struggle so many of us face—how do we stay consistent with healthy eating, especially when life gets stressful? Meet Nancy! She’s 47 and, like many of us, she’s finding it difficult to make healthy eating a consistent habit. Nancy does really well when things are calm—she eats balanced meals, avoids junk, and feels great. But then, when stress hits or life gets too busy, she finds herself s...

I’m so excited to share today’s episode because I know it’s something a lot of us face—how do you get into fitness if you’ve never liked exercise? Meet Evelyn! She’s 62, and she’s spent most of her life avoiding workouts because they just don’t feel enjoyable. She hates the gym, running feels overwhelming, and finding motivation has been an uphill battle. Can you relate? In this episode, I’m helpi...

I’m so excited to share today’s episode because it’s something so many of us can relate to—feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing fitness mindset. Meet Joan! She’s 45 and has been struggling with a common challenge: she’s either fully committed to her workouts and healthy eating, or she falls off the wagon entirely when life gets stressful. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’ll be guiding Joan (and yo...

Are you feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge, and like anxiety is taking over your life? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m talking about how anxiety can make us feel stuck, and today, we’re diving into Emma’s story.   Emma, at 50, has always managed stress well, but recently, her anxiety has become unmanageable. It’s affecting her sleep, mood, and daily life. She’s heard that exercise can...

In this episode, we’re addressing Rachel’s struggle with the relentless cycle of dieting. At 43, Rachel has tried every diet from keto to intermittent fasting, only to find herself stuck in a loop of weight loss and gain, leaving her feeling like a failure. As a busy mum of two teenagers, balancing work and home life, Rachel feels overwhelmed by the constant pressure to follow restrictive diets an...

In this episode, I’m helping Siobhán with a personal struggle that many of us can relate to: body image.  Siobhán has worked hard for years on accepting herself and has made impressive progress in her fitness journey.  Despite this, she continues to feel disappointed with her appearance in photographs and mirrors, struggling with frequent body-checking and self-doubt. I’ll be guiding Siobhán throu...

Do you often feel exhaustion gets in the way of you becoming fit and healthy?  Do you feel this holds you back from making any progress and finding a healthy routine? Karen is 48 and feeling the challenges of menopause, balancing a busy job, raising an autistic teenager, and managing a thyroid issue. Though she wants to stay active and healthy, exhaustion and fear hold her back from starting.  Joi...

Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to get out of bed in the morning?  You’re not alone!  Meet Claire, a 43-year-old full-time worker and mum of two, who’s facing the same challenges. Her mornings are chaotic and she’s caught in a cycle of stress, poor self-care, and feeling stuck. In today’s episode, I dive into Claire’s story and explore practical steps to help her—and others like her—reclaim the...

Do you find it tough to pick yourself back up after a setback or when a challenge comes your way? Do you often feel like you’re failing at something and just want to quit? Michelle, a 41-year-old married Mum of two (her daughter is 10 and her son is 6), is scared to start her fitness and health journey because of intense feelings of failure from past experiences.  She knows she needs to shift her...