Tranquil Awakenings

In this episode, Debbie engages in conversation with Susan Kenlea, who is a psychologist. After a difficult childhood, Susan left school at fourteen years old, to begin working in the city. Whilst working she took herself through her A levels, before going to university to study Psychology. Working excessively to achieve her goals, in time she became unwell, her body attacking itself, leaving her...

In this episode, Debbie engages in conversation with Lisa Davies, who goes by two titles: Chief Inspirations Officer and The Flamingo Lady.   Lisa is an extensively trained, experienced therapist who also works in the corporate world focussing on personal and leadership development from a psychological point of view.   Lisa returned to work after suffering from severe post-natal depressi...

In this episode, Debbie engages in conversation with Johanna Thompson of the Wellness Business Network. When Jo’s friend became a therapist, she offered to help her build her business and consequently started a networking group, bringing together those who work in health and wellness.   Although Jo’s background is not in therapy and wellbeing, she began to learn a lot from the group, becoming...

In this episode, Debbie speaks with her friend Trudy Randall about her journey of healing and well-being which occurred after she embarked on studying a body of knowledge called the Freedom Teachings. Through her newfound understanding of the world in which we live, Trudy learnt how to release limiting programmes that she was running such as perfectionism, limiting beliefs, and making judgements....

In this episode, Debbie engages in conversation with Zilli, who began to focus on her well-being when the pandemic opened up her work schedule. Through this she recognised the importance of self-care and now lives by the principle of saying yes to opportunities that present themselves.   Through this she has re-connected with her creativity, engaging in studying Druidry, belly dancing, and pa...

In today’s episode Debbie engages in a fascinating conversation with qualified homeopath Wendy Jackson. Wendy shares her story of finding homeopathy to help her combat post-natal depression and the grief of miscarriage and how through this healing journey she decided to embark on a career in homeopathy and helping others.   After four years of studying homeopathy, Wendy continued to expand he...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakenings, host Debbie welcomes Jo Tinson onto the show. Jo’s upbeat and positive ethos has led her to live a life of engaging with interesting characters and starting a band, The Thought Hooligans. Her key message being that it is important to embrace every single day.   During this conversation Jo and Debbie discuss the importance of positivity and how mindset c...

Join host Debbie on Tranquil Awakenings as she converses Luke who she has known since primary school, sharing the difficulties he has had with fitting in and how by working through those he is finding a sense of belonging and purpose.   As part of this conversation, they talk about the significance of friendship, love, and self-care and the importance of self-acceptance as they explore Luke's...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakenings, host Debbie chats with Alex Mather as he shares his journey of being involved in the global corporate market whilst also opening up to spiritualism. Alex shares how from a young age he was aware of his mediumship skills, however these early experiences scared him and therefore he closed himself off to them.   His perception began to change after having...

Join host Debbie on Tranquil Awakenings as she engages in an inspiring and uplifting conversation with Jayne Denham who shares her journey of grief through the loss of her husband and soulmate Nigel.   After a period of despair and turning to alcohol, Jayne embarked on a profound healing journey, partaking in a range of therapeutic experiences, and going on retreats, having a lifetime of adve...

Join host Debbie on Tranquil Awakenings as she engages in a compelling conversation with her husband and therapist Peter Ison. In this episode they will discuss Pete’s transformation, from redundancy to becoming a therapist working alongside Debbie.   As they share Pete’s journey, they discuss intention and the willingness to be ready for what opportunities life has to offer.   Explore t...

In this week’s episode Debbie engages in a fascinating conversation with Maud Berneburg, a complementary therapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Maud, has spend much of her time working with individuals with neurological and chronic physical conditions, assisting them through massage, reiki, reflexology, and past life regression.   Delve into a journey of learning and growth as t...

In today’s episode Debbie engages in an inspiring conversation with Tracey Jones, who helped to heal herself from chronic illness through a journey of well-being and self-discovery. Tracey, who is now an artist, suddenly developed fibromyalgia, suffering from horrendous pain and fatigue. Consequently, this meant that Tracey’s career as a primary school teacher had to come to an end and she embarke...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakenings, host Debbie Ison interviews Rick Paul, a therapeutic medium, about his journey of mental health and wellbeing. Rick shares his transformation from being a prison officer to embracing his spiritual abilities and delivering mediumship work to audiences. Debbie admires Rick's bravery and explores his motivations for pursuing this path. Join us as we delve into...

Today Debbie engages in an enlightening conversation with Amy Williams, a seasoned clinical reflexologist specializing in lymph drainage and menstrual/reproductive health. Reflecting on their initial encounter and a spiritually significant event, they delve into the profound realm of reflexology. Amy expertly distinguishes between traditional and clinical reflexology, shedding light on how the lat...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakening, host Debbie interviews Ashley Clay, author of "The War I Won." Ashley shares his journey from depression and suicidal thoughts to finding a new lease on life through writing his book. They discuss the importance of recognizing life's worth and inspiring others. KEY TAKEAWAYS Writing can be a powerful tool for healing and finding a new lease on life, as demons...

Join Debbie in a captivating conversation with Angela Barker, an experienced witch and tarot reader. Discover the magic of energetic and spell work for profound transformations. Angela and Debbie share their joy in working with crystals, herbs, and oils, along with insights from well-being shows. Learn about the empowering 'Bitch Be Gone' spray, perfect for setting boundaries against workplace tox...

In this captivating instalment of Tranquil Awakenings, join Debbie as she engages in a profound conversation with Claudine West from Earth Tree Healing. Delve into the realm of therapeutic music and artistic expression as they explore the profound ways in which sound and creativity can bring solace and renewal. Claude's personal journey of healing and resilience through music takes center stage, s...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakenings, host Debbie chats with Mark about his journey through mental health and how he found relief through shamanism. They also explore the role of energy in society, discussing the masculine and feminine aspects. Mark shares his personal experiences and how he used various methods, including hypnotherapy, to overcome challenges and now wants to help others. KEY TA...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakenings, Debbie sits down with Tanya, a counselor, supervisor, and training college owner, to discuss the world of counseling. Tanya shares her journey of becoming a counselor and delves into different types of counseling, including trauma-focused and children and adolescent counseling. They also explore the increasing acceptability of counseling in society today. Tu...

This week Debbie delves into the concept of the Dark Night of the Soul. She shares her personal experience and explains how this period of spiritual desolation can feel like a severe spiritual-based depression. Debbie explores the origins of the term and how it has evolved in the spiritual community. She highlights the feelings of disconnection, emptiness, and hopelessness that accompany the Dark...

In this episode of Tranquil Awakenings, Debbie interviews Gaz Creswell, a life improvement coach. They discuss Gaz's military background, his journey of overcoming depression and getting to know himself, and how that led him to become a life coach. They also explore the impact of our identity on our day-to-day lives. Gaz shares a heartwarming story about his daughter's selfless act of cutting her...

In this episode, Debbie explores the power of compassion and the importance of self-care. She shares personal experiences and discusses the small actions that can make a big impact on others. Reflecting on the complexities of life, Debbie reminds listeners of the benefits of kindness and offers a reality check to reaffirm her commitment to treating others with compassion. Despite the overwhelming...

Debbie interviews Steven Blake, a pain specialist, about his unique approach to overcoming chronic pain. Steven emphasizes that pain is a message from the body and can be eliminated, not just managed. He delves into the difference between acute and chronic pain, highlighting how unresolved emotional trauma often underlies chronic pain. Steven shares his techniques for helping clients release pain...

Join Debbie Ison on a thought-provoking journey in the latest episode of Tranquil Awakenings. Delving into the profound subject of forgiveness, Debbie draws inspiration from her daughter's enlightening school assembly. Through introspection, she ponders the diverse perspectives on forgiveness and engages in a captivating dialogue with two close friends who hold opposing viewpoints. Witness the fas...