My Life Not Yours

Send us Fan Mail Here it is again, another episode where I lay bare emotions, comings & goings over the course of a week. Hopefully, there are some handy tips that you can digest.  Enjoy If you like this episode, please rate, review, subscribe and share with others! Check out more of me at on my  website Follow me  on Instagram

Send us Fan Mail It's that time of year that people are particuarly lonely and I felt I needed to address it. Loneliness is an emotion that's complex and a deeply human experience characterized by a subjective feeling of being disconnected or isolated from others. I think we've all been through it at some stage in our life and I wanted to explore what it really feels like, coping me...

Send us Fan Mail Values, beliefs, and interests are key elements of what shapes an individual’s worldview, motivations, and behaviors  and I wanted to have a look at each, given a few conversations I've been having.  Together, these three aspects contribute to a person's unique identity and life path, affecting everything from daily choices to long-term ambitions. They also influence how...

Send us Fan Mail I dedicate this episode to a dear friend who recently lost a family member to mental health. They had been failed by the 'system' which is an absolute traversty in this day and age but comes as no surprise.  Let's remember that mental health refers to someone's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health influences how individuals think, feel...

Send us Fan Mail We all deserve happiness & to be happy so why do so many of us struggle with it?  Happiness is a complex and deeply personal emotion that can be influenced by various factors & is often described as a sense of well-being, joy, or contentment that arises when things in life are going well or when you feel fulfilled. Happiness comes from many different place e.g. relationshi...

Send us Fan Mail I was so chuffed to interview Chef Dom Taylor, the winner of the reality chef show: 5 star kitchen; Britain's next great chef that appeared on UK screens in 2023 courtesty of CH4. We discuss the low lights, high lights and everything else in between. Lean in & listen to this informative episode and get a real insight to a Chef's world beyond the food you see on your...

Send us Fan Mail Don't keep promises you can't keep!  Promises are commitments or assurances given by one party to another that certain actions will be taken or certain outcomes will be achieved. They play a significant role in various aspects of life, including personal relationships, business dealings, legal agreements, and social interactions. I delve into promises and as human beings...

Send us Fan Mail Self-confidence is a belief in one's own abilities and judgment. It’s an essential aspect of personal and professional development. There are strategies to build and maintain self-confidence which is a continuous process. Strategies gradually increase self-assurance and help achieve personal and professional goals. Lean in & listen! If you like this episode, please rate,...

Send us Fan Mail  Mind over matter is a phrase often used to express the idea that the power of the mind can overcome physical challenges or obstacles. This concept is rooted in both philosophical and psychological traditions, suggesting that mental strength, willpower, and determination can influence or control physical states and conditions.  I believe this was the case with Dean Hodgkin's...

Send us Fan Mail My relationship hasn't been easy with my mother and am sure there are countless others that experience challenges. My mum was the tender age of 16 yo as a black woman in the 60s and the shame & overwhelming responsibility led to me being handed over to the authourities.  In this episode, I talk honestly how I believe my relationship with my mother is about to turn a corne...

Send us Fan Mail Jeff Grout is a renown keynote business speaker, author , interviewer and conference Chair person. I wanted to get down & dirty and understand what makes Jeff's speeches impactful,  his route to writing 8 books, growing a recruitment business to becoming a father at 47 years old.  With extensive experience and expertise in the business world, Jeff is is sought after to in...

Send us Fan Mail When opportunity knocks, it's like the universe sending you a personal invitation to step into a new adventure. It might be a chance to pursue a dream, try something new, or overcome a challenge. The key is to be ready to seize it when it comes. That might mean being prepared, staying open-minded, and having the courage to take a leap of faith. Because sometimes, the doors th...

Send us Fan Mail Being in the moment is a wonderful practice. It allows us to fully experience and appreciate the present without getting lost in worries about the future or dwelling on the past. Take a deep breath, notice your surroundings, and embrace this moment fully. We all need to 'Just Be' and try not to lead a life that's dictated by society! If you like this episode, please...

Send us Fan Mail There are days when you need to just exhale, chat and express. I did that across 7 days over the Easter period and here's what I had to say.... Enjoy x  If you like this episode, please rate, review, subscribe and share with others! Check out more of me at on my  website Follow me  on Instagram

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I get to chat about friends. My friends, your friends, just friends because the majority of us have them. Just in case you didn't know, friends are individuals with whom we share mutual affection, trust, and companionship. They play a significant role in our lives, offering support, understanding, and companionship through various life experiences. We need to...

Send us Fan Mail Whilst I can't claim to be an intrepid traveler,  I know a girl who is and in this interview, we get to understand what it's like to crave adventure like Phileas Fogg! Michelle Turner gets a buzz  from exploring new places, cultures and experiences, whether it be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro or cycling through Vietnam and Cambodia. There aint much this woman has not done i...

Send us Fan Mail We often coin the phrase, 'you have one life' but what does that  actually mean from a personal perspective. One life is used to emphasize the significance and preciousness of an individual's existence. You only have  one chance to live your life to the fullest and make the most of that time whilst you're living on this planet.  Inspired by a recent film, I had...

Send us Fan Mail Real Women Real Talk is me being joined by some guests to talk about topics that we all need to consider. In this week's episode, Donna, Rita and I discuss Wellbeing.  Wellbeing encompasses various aspects of an individual's life, including physical, mental, emotional, and social dimensions. It refers to a state of being comfortable, healthy, and happy, both personally a...

Send us Fan Mail I’m so excited for this episode as I get to speak to former Metropolitan Police Officer, Paul Wilson about life on the beat & the challenges he faced being black in what some of us may deem, an institutionally racist organisation in London.   Paul released his personal memoir ‘Rocking the Boat’ which you can purchase here  Lean in & listen intently as it’s an interview tha...

Send us Fan Mail It's that tme of year that we should think about working on ourselves. To do that, we need to engage in personal or self development.  Personal development is a holistic process that involves continuous self-reflection, learning from experiences, and taking intentional actions to improve oneself. It's important to note that personal development is a unique journey for ea...

Send us Fan Mail It’s funny some of us get so anxious about hospital visit especially when it involves staying overnigh (or two). I had been waiting over 15 months for a procedure courtesy of the NHS and Dec 12th, the deed was done and I’m now in recovery.  Have a wee listen to this episode to hear about my coping mechanism because the panic really is over.    If you like this episode, please rate...

Send us Fan Mail Embracing uncertainty can be quite liberating! It's acknowledging that life doesn't always fit into neat boxes or follow predictable paths. Instead of feeling anxious about what's unknown, it can be an opportunity for growth and learning. Uncertainty invites us to be adaptable, resilient, and open-minded. It's like navigating an adventure where each twist and t...

Send us Fan Mail Holidaying in Cape Verde was a blast but it was so much more than sun, sea and eating. Lean in and listen about my adventures over 7 days from fraternising with the deck crew to witnessing poverty at it’s lowest.    Enjoy!  If you like this episode, please rate, review, subscribe and share with others! Check out more of me at on my  website Follow me  on Instagram

Send us Fan Mail Hate is a strong and intense feeling of hostility, animosity, or extreme dislike toward someone or something. It often involves negative emotions such as anger, resentment, prejudice, and a desire for harm or destruction. Hate can be directed at individuals, groups, ideas, or even inanimate objects. It can result from a variety of factors, including fear, ignorance, cultural diffe...

Send us Fan Mail Goddamit, I didn't know loyalty was a pretty complex and multifaceted concept. That's why I wanted a brief chat about. It has so many meanings and interpretations depending on the context in which it is used.  In this week's episode I delve a little deeper into it and hope it provides some kind of clarity for you, because it did for me.  If you like this episode, pl...