The Emma Guns Show

Feel-Good Habits | Year in Review As we begin 2021 I thought it might be helpful to take a look back at the habits my wonderful guests have shared in the #feelgoodhabits show and the ones that have come up time and again. Clearly, these are the habits that, anecdotally, deliver that feel-good feeling, so in this episode, I share some data and research that explains why. The most common #feelgoodha...

Dr Rangan Chatterjee makes a welcome return to the podcast for a conversation about weight loss. While it’s that time of year when we’re bombarded with messaging about ‘new year, new you’ and so many prompts about going on a diet and starting a new fitness regime this episode definitely isn’t that. @drchatterjee shares his insights from nearly 20 years in GP practice and those appointments where h...

In this episode, I answer a question I’ve been receiving a lot over the last few weeks and that’s how to tap in your motivation. How to get ‘in the zone’ when it comes to reaching goals. This question is mostly about fitness, and usually in response to my morning IG stories where I chat to you pre- and post-workout, so that’s what I focus on in this episode but the tips for setting goals, aims and...

Sali Hughes is a journalist, broadcaster and author who joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day. During our conversation @salihughes reveals: How ending the day with a cryptic crossword eases her into a good night’s sleep. The confusing messaging around exercise and fitness generally and how she loathes the...

Andy Puddicombe is the co-founder and voice of the  @headspace  app and he came on the show in March 2019 to share his wisdom on meditation and mindfulness.  It’s estimated 1 in 6 people are currently struggling with their mental health so it seemed timely to re-share my conversation with Andy. As we conclude 2020 and reflect on what has been a challenging 12 months, the overload ma...

Caroline Hirons, Trinny Woodall and Nadine Baggott joined me on the podcast for what ended up being one of the most unstructured conversations I've ever committed to audio for this podcast. I'm revisiting it this Christmas as so many listeners have shared that they have found such wisdom and insight in this episode and that it has kept them company and made them feel connected. Given the circumsta...

This episode is taken from an IGTV I published shortly after the Tier 4 restrictions in the UK. If you're struggling right now or are finding it particularly difficult at Christmas then I hope this helps. To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum . To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram . Hey! Why not share your thoughts and i...

Sam Chapman is a makeup artist, content creator and businesswoman who joined me on the podcast to have a frank and open discussion about mental health. At the time of recording, back in the summer of 2018, both Sam and I had made strides with our own mental health and having this conversation was with the aim of creating a safe resource for anyone listening who may be going through something simil...

Ksenia Edwards is the editor-in-chief of HOLR magazine and she joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day. In this conversation, Ksenia and I discuss: How she starts her day with meditation, mindfulness and gratitude to stay on track. How staying connected, via video calls, has been a saving grace during lockdo...

Alice Liveing is a qualified personal trainer, bestselling author, columnist and content creator who joins me on the podcast to talk about her career journey, from musical theatre to fitness, and everything in-between. This episode was recorded in July 2019 and I wanted to revisit it because I believe Alice has some of the best, and most responsible, physical and emotional health content around. F...

Gretchen Rubin is a bestselling author and podcaster whose area of expertise is happiness and she joins me on the podcast to unpick how to navigate a path towards happiness. This episode was recorded in December 2017 and I had time with Gretchen to discuss her book The Four Tendencies, which gives insight into four personality types based on how we react to internal and external expectations. Not...

If you're looking for ways to give back to your wider community this Christmas then these charities and resources can help you direct your time, money and/or skills to services that really need them: www.do-it.org is a great resource for finding and advertising volunteering opportunities in your local area. Trussell Trust are always looking for volunteers to help them provide food to those locked...

Jen Sincero is a bestselling author, success coach and motivational speaker who, after transforming her own life, turned her attention to to helping others transform theirs. I first read Jen’s books about four years ago and they lit a fire under me at a time when I was feeling as though the world was against me - and the world was winning.  Unlike other self-help books Jen’s tone is no-nonsen...

Melissa Hemsley joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day. During our conversation @melissahemsley reveals: The joy, comfort and nourishment to be found in making and eating soup.  How she practices gratitude to help her keep perspective. The benefits of long walks in the fresh air for mental clarity and...

Marisa Peer is a world-renowned speaker, rapid transformational therapy trainer and best-selling author who joined me on the podcast in January 2017 to discuss the power to change that's within us all - even if you have to go looking for it. My conversation with Marisa had a really profound impact on me personally and I know, from the feedback I've received in the nearly four years the show has be...

From the Vault Bianca del Rio - September 2018. Bianca del Rio is a comedian, drag queen and entrepreneur who came on the show in 2018 to discuss fame, work ethic and staying on track when the world may be trying to push you off course. This conversation has really stayed with me and Bianca, real name Roy Haylock, gives really excellent motivational advice in this episode. I remember leaving the h...

Lisa Rinna is an entrepreneur, actress and author who joins me on the podcast to talk about launching her eponymous beauty brand Rinna Beauty . Lisa Rinna is already a global household name with her work as an actress, author and as part of the cast of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills but Lisa is also an incredibly savvy and successful businesswoman who has created a hugely successful lifestyle br...

From the Vault Originally published in July 2019 this conversation with Rochelle Humes is one so many listeners emailed me about; enjoying Rochelle's positivity, resilience and perspective. Rochelle Humes is a TV Presenter, Author and Entrepreneur who joined me on the podcast to talk about how she has navigated a career in the entertainment industry since the age of 10. From a childhood spent on t...

Cher Webb joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day. During our conversation @cherwebbmakeup reveals: How music plays a really important role in how she feels and why creating playlists help he set a tone/mood. The joy to be found in a fresh flower delivery and why the blooms from @auctiondirectflowers put her...

Amelia Freer is one of the UK's most respected Nutritional Therapists and healthy eating experts. Through her best-selling books, social media and courses, Amelia has helped thousands to people to achieve a healthier, happier life. She is passionate about 'making healthy simple, for as many people as possible, without losing any of the joy to be found in cooking, eating and sharing good food. In t...

In this episode, I talk through some tactics that may help, in the short term, if you're feeling lonely. Whether it's because of the lockdown restrictions, the new 'normal' of working from home or because you've just found yourself in a situation where you're alone a lot, and that's uncomfortable or not preferable to you, then these strategies may be helpful. Avoid falling into the comparison trap...

Dr Anita Mitra returns to the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day. During our conversation @gynaegeek reveals: How leaning into self-care is actually really important, especially now. The value to be had in a luxurious bath (and crucially how to maximise your bathing experience). Why lists can help you feel centred and...

Perez Hilton is an author, TV personality and columnist who joins me on the podcast to talk about his career in the media and how breaking the rules of journalism, especially in the realm of celebrity media, led to them being re-written. Perez's blog perezhilton.com became a phenomenon in the early 2000s and made Perez, born Mario Lavandeira, a celebrity in his own right. In this episode of the po...

There has been a lot of chat in DMs and on email about habits in the last few weeks, so I thought it’d be a good idea to take a look at the ways in which you can feel out whether a habit is right for you. We’ve all had to adjust this year, with varying degrees of restrictions and lockdowns but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to weave new and helpful habits into our new normal. In this episode I...

Renée Rouleau is a celebrity aesthetician and skincare expert who returns to the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day. During our conversation @reneerouleau reveals: Why getting out of your comfort zone can be a fast-track to feeling good. The calm she feels while riding a motorcycle. Why she’s not afraid to embrace a li...