OPEN UP with Amira

We are back with another powerful guest episode today. Jack Villiers is a Leadership Coach, Guide, and Public Speaker. His work is focused on enabling people to develop a deeper understanding of themselves so that they can increase their impact, lead authentically, and transform the way they relate to others. In today’s episode, I truly believe we cover it all through the eyes of a strong, male co...

Today we’re building out your practical communication toolkit where I’ll be taking you through 6 steps to master your inner influencing skills. And no I don’t mean as a social media influencer, I mean having the ability to persuade and impact others but without doing it in an underhand way. It’s the lesson we didn’t get at school but the one in need both personally and professionally if we want to...

Today I’m joined by Grace who is a qualified intuitive spiritual leader and channelled meditation practitioner. She specialises in Magdalene womb healing and is on a mission to help women reclaim their feminine power. She supports people to step into their highest authentic expression. Today we have a different kind of episode for you. And I promise this isn’t just for our females. Grace talks us...

There’s different components to manifesting if you want to master how to do it. One thing you may have heard doing the instagram sweep is learning to let go. But we don’t always talk about or understand why it can feel so hard. And this isn’t just about letting go of the negative situations in your life. So today we’re not only discussing why it can feel incredibly difficult to do but also how to...

One of the most sought after Personal Trainers in the world joins me today, for this week’s podcast episode. Luke Worthington is a qualified sports scientist, trainer, nutritionist and strength & conditioning specialist with over 20 years’ experience in the health and fitness industry. Whilst you may know of Luke, you may know very little about who he is and his journey into how he became one of t...

Today we’re defining the difference between your authentic self and adaptive self, so you can learn how to level up the way you communicate. We talk about why it feels so hard to be authentic and if it’s really worth the risk of getting hurt or rejected. I also give you 3 tools to help you stand in your authenticity which in turn helps you level up your communication and the confident communicator...

Today I’m joined by Cameron who is a transformation expert who believes that with the right perspective and tools you can truly live a fulfilling and effective life. As a coach he will guide you to find your own path by creating deeper pathways of understanding and communications. Through his method you’ll not only achieve results that last but will develop the resilience to become more assertive...

Today I’m bringing you a slightly different conversation even though it’s all about the solo podcast episode. Earlier this year I was interviewed by Kolby Kail for her Neurodivergent Families Summit and she kindly invited me to talk about all things successful communication. We delve into where to start with communicating as a family, your role as a parent or caregiver and how to have those tough...

Today I’m joined by Harry Jameson, CEO of Pillar Wellbeing, who over the last 15 years has created wellness retreat programmes for top brands including the Four Seasons and Rosewood Hotels. He spent the beginning part of his career as an elite performance coach and has worked with some of the world’s most successful names over a long 20-year career. Specialising in optimal daily performance, stres...

Hard conversations, love or hate them, they’re a part of your life whether that’s at work, with the in-laws or with your partner. You’ve heard me talk about what we put them off and a framework to have these conversations so they don’t crash and burn. Today we’re talking about ground rules. Think of them like your non-negotiables of hard conversations. It’s the things you need to have them success...

Richie Edwards is a professional MMA fighter turned Personal Trainer to some of the elite in London. He’s now best known for being a boxing coach and supports individual training needs through both his online training platform and Team Shogun Training sessions. Richie shares life growing up in East Side New York, where his passion for reading came from and how the influence his mum and dad had in...

Amira talks about being able to express your needs, communicate authentically and speak up. But how do we handle this when we’re at work, want to communicate our needs and do it without rocking the boat? Or how are you going to approach this conversation with a difficult boss or a difficult team member? It’s in these moments, it often feels harder to say what you mean, what you expect or what you...

Chelsea is a Fitness Instructor on the Queens Don’t Quit app as well as in boutique gyms including Equinox and Soho House. As well as her career as a personal trainer, Chelsea is also the creator of the Tone & Lean Plan which is specifically designed for women looking to transform their bodies and minds in a healthy and sustainable way. With an extensive background as a professional dancer in Lond...

Today you might be surprised by Amira’s delving into the world of self-love and how this relates to communicating. But stay tuned as she makes the buzzword practical, shares how you’ll create a better dialogue with yourself and come out with more authentic relationships when you put this into practice. For my perfectionists, my shoulda woulda coulda and my self-critical humans this is where you le...

Michael Gunning is an internationally recognised professional swimmer best known for participating in the 200-metre butterfly event. He holds dual nationality and has set numerous national records for both Team GB and Team Jamaica in his competitive swimming career. In 2018 Michael was awarded Sportsman of the Year in Jamaica for his contribution to sport and has been a public figure in the media...

Today Amira’s talking about all things small talk. Whether it's a love hate relationship or more hate hate relationship, there’s a reason you need to be doing it and doing it well! New job? First date? Job interview? Small talk is the gateway into deeper, more meaningful conversations, connections and relationships. You simply need to learn the tools so you can do it the right way. My overthinkers...

Lucy Sesto, former Great Britain Acrobatic Gymnast turned yoga teacher is on a mission to make movement as accessible as possible for everyone. She guides her students to explore their practice on the mat which is designed to challenge and inspire you to be your best self. Her welcoming and supportive atmosphere is what makes it easy for anyone to start their yoga journey. As well as teaching her...

Today Amira’s breaking down the commonly used phrase, Imposter Syndrome so you can understand where, why and how it’s showing up in your life and probably taking over. You might be surprised to know that at least 70% of the population are going to experience this at least once in their lifetime. But if you leave it to fester it’ll magnify in ways you’d rather it didn’t. This episode is for you if...

Today I’m joined by Made in Chelsea (MIC) star Miles Nazaire. Whilst he may be most known for his role in the hit reality show, he also has a few other strings to his bow. He is one half of the new podcast production company known as Playtime Podcast Production as well as being the host of the new show, Playtime Podcast along with Charlie Radnedge. Miles first appeared on our TV screens in 2018 as...

It’s the first episode back of Season 4 and Amira is kicking off this season answering your dating and relationship dilemmas. Navigating your love life post pandemic, in the digital world can feel crazy and knowing what’s the right thing to do can feel like finding your way out of a maze. So today, Amira’s sharing when it’s the right time to leave a situationship, how to ask the person you’re dati...

Today I am joined by expert Anna also known as The Anxiety Coach. Anna is a qualified counsellor specialising in anxiety. She supports women to come home to themselves and befriend their nervous system through somatic therapy, Breathwork, polyvagal & holistic practices. And today we get into understanding your nervous system and the impact it plays on the way you communicate. Anna shares how an ac...

It’s the last solo episode of the season and Amira’s sharing 8 unhealthy communication habits you’re going to want to drop this year. Understanding the communication habits you have that simply aren’t serving you, means you can swap them for habits that do and level up your relationships. Whether you’re new around here or have been listening from the beginning, thank you. I am already excited for...

Today I am joined by the wonderful Jem Fuller who is a trusted advisor and coach to CEO’s and senior leadership teams across the government, private and not-for-profit sectors. He helps create more mindful leaders and healthier work-place cultures. Jem is an expert in human behaviour, specialising in communication and personal resilience. So it’s no surprise we got on! Jem shares how men can maste...

Amira loves hard conversations and being able to support you to have them in a healthy, effective way. But where are you going wrong? Why are you putting them off? And will you ever really master them? It’s a skill that you can learn. Maybe an uncomfortable one and an awkward one, But one that will help you feel good within yourself and build trust and connection within your relationships. So also...

Today’s guest is Dr Darlene Rona Taylor who has a PhD in advanced studies of human behaviour. In today’s episode we talk about what makes a successful marriage, where to start when you don’t know how to communicate and the way your beliefs impact your love life. Dr Darlene and I also role play during this podcast interview so you can see exactly how not to do it and she shares when to put the work...