Your story with Ella: Real life, real people, real stories

Ashleigh joins the pod to share her journey with alcohol, from how it shaped her life to the incredible transformation she’s made in sobriety. Now a sobriety coach, Ashleigh has transformed her life and I couldn’t be prouder. If you have a story please get in touch 🫶 https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

The incredible Violet joined the pod to share her journey of living with ARFID, advocating for disabled young people, and her unwavering determination. We also chat about her love for horse riding, her relationship, and the friendships that have shaped her. Violet's insta- https://www.instagram.com/violet_photography_2024/?hl=en-gb Reach out to me here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/...

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the wonderful Fi joins me to share her remarkable story, one of finding purpose through pain and becoming the best version of herself. A truly inspiring woman whose strength, resilience, and heart shine through every part of her journey. Fi's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/team_firaisingcancerawareness/?hl=en-gb Have a story to share, get in touch with...

Charlotte joins the podcast to share her inspiring story about her split liver transplant and the incredible selflessness of her donor and their family. Because of their difficult and deeply personal decision, Charlotte was given the gift of life, a choice that saved not only her but also a little girl who received the other half of the liver. Together, their transplant journey is a powerful testa...

**Trigger warning- conversation about a suicide attempt* This week on the pod, the courageous and inspiring Madelyn joins us to share her story of surviving a suicide attempt. It's an honest, powerful conversation aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. I'm incredibly proud of Madelyn for her bravery and openness. Madelyn's insta- https://www.instagram.com/maddawgg_12/?...

This World Suicide Prevention Day, Jen joins the podcast to share the story of her husband, Casey. After a long struggle with BPD, Casey tragically lost his life to suicide. With courage and honesty, Jen speaks out to break the stigma and shame surrounding mental illness, sharing her story to help others find understanding, hope, and connection. An incredible woman x Jen's insta- https://www.i...

This National Grief Awareness Day, I am joined by grief coach, Sweta, to talk all about her personal grief journey, her remarkable career and very important book- The Loss That Binds Us x Sweta's insta- https://www.instagram.com/swetavikram/?hl=en-gb Her book- https://www.amazon.com/Loss-That-Binds-Us-Coping/dp/1615997997/ Have a story to share? Get in touch here- https://www.instagram.com/you...

In this part, Laura talks about the aftermath of losing Ed, therapy, her incredible advocacy work alongside fellow widow Gabby and their joint podcast to raise further awareness. I am so grateful and honoured that Laura felt she could share Ed's story with me. PLEASE SIGN THE PETITION- https://www.change.org/p/make-full-health-mots-mandatory-for-people-aged-25-35-to-detect-silent-conditions-ea...

The incredible Laura joined the pod to share the truly heartbreaking story of losing her wonderful husband, Ed and becoming a widow in her early thirties. What should have been a magical year following their wedding turned into unimaginable tragedy and heartbreak. Laura’s resilience, courage, and strength are nothing short of remarkable.

Part 2 of Gabrielle's story x Gabrielle's insta- https://www.instagram.com/gabrielletattersall/?hl=en-gb Have a story to share, please get in touch- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

The wonderful Gabrielle joins the pod to share her powerful story of recovery and healing after a turbulent past, including skin picking, body dysmorphia, plastic surgery, eating disorders, narcissistic relationships and healing. An incredible woman x This is a two part episode x Gabrielle's insta- https://www.instagram.com/gabrielletattersall/?hl=en-gb Have a story to share, please get in tou...

Christine is a mother, a fighter, and an unstoppable force. She’s facing stage 4 cancer,  undergone three lung operations, lost her hair, and experienced the life-changing impact of a below-the-knee amputation. From breast cancer to bone cancer, Christine has been through more than most of us could imagine and is preparing to take on a charity bike ride for Cancer Research, as part of Sir Chris Ho...

Lisa is back to share an important health update! We talk all things endo, a hysterectomy and a recent diagnosis of adenomyosis. We also discuss the importance of therapy and advocating for women's health! Lisa's insta- https://www.instagram.com/life.of.lisa.w/?hl=en-gb To share you story with me reach out on insta- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

This week Emma joins the pod to share her experiences of navigating life with multiple chronic health conditions x Follow Emma here- https://www.instagram.com/emmas_journeyyxo/?hl=en-gb If you have a story to share, get in touch with me here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

This week, Matt joins the pod to share his journey with anxiety, panic attacks, and the coping mechanisms that have helped him over the years, plus his experience of living with ulcerative colitis and undergoing ileostomy surgery when he was just 21. A really insightful ep! Matt's insta- https://www.instagram.com/small2mightyshifts/?hl=en-gb If you have a story to share reach out to me on my i...

This week, George joins the pod to talk all about how he navigates life living with DMD we talk about surgeries, his inspiring mindset of never giving in and how he is writing a book to inspire others. Truly remarkable! Find George here- https://www.instagram.com/nye_wheels/?hl=en-gb If you have a story to share reach out to me on my instagram- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en

Matt joins the pod to share the story behind his powerful new venture, LifeBooks! After losing his dad, Matt was determined not to let his dad's memory fade. An incredible business and such a meaningful one! Order here- https://lifebooks.io/ If you have a story to share reach out to me on my instagram- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

Trigger warning- discussion of suicide and loss ** In this part, Maddie shares how running has helped her cope with grief, support her family through their own healing journeys, and keep the memory of her incredible brother alive, all while highlighting the vital importance of raising awareness for men’s mental health. Maddie's insta- https://www.instagram.com/mre.fit/?hl=en-gb If you have a s...

TRIGGER WARNING- conversation about suicide The wonderful Maddie joins the pod in a two-part episode to share her heartbreaking story of losing her younger brother Joe to suicide and navigating life after losing a loved one in this way. Maddie's insta- https://www.instagram.com/mre.fit/?hl=en-gb If you have a story to share reach out to me on my instagram- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithel...

Georgina joins the pod to share her journey as a parent to the incredible Ffredi , who was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease at just 10 days old. In this episode, we talk through Ffredi's diagnosis, the surgeries he’s undergone, and the ups and downs of navigating life with a rare condition. Georgina offers heartfelt insight and a wealth of practical advice for parents facing similar challenge...

*Trigger warning- an episode about suicide The incredible Reshma joins to share her heartbreaking story of loss and turning her pain into purpose. I am in absolute awe of this woman and how she has handled the last few years following the death of her husband to suicide. We talk all about terminology around suicide, mindfulness, navigating grief, as well as navigating children’s grief when losing...

Pippa joins the pod to share her story of living with epilepsy! Pippa's insta- https://www.instagram.com/pippameadowcroft/?hl=en-gb Have a story to share, get in touch with me on insta- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

This week, Jas joins the pod to share her experience navigating four chronic health conditions! We talk about hyperhidrosis, FND, fibromyalgia and asthma, as well as coping mechanisms and advice. A huge thank you to Jas for sharing her story. If you have a story to share, please get in touch! x Jas's insta- https://www.instagram.com/divinebeautybyjasmin/?hl=en-gb My insta- https://www.instagram.co...

Vicky joins the pod to share her experience with this rare cancer, celebrating 3 years with no visible signs of disease and not being afraid to talk about death. She offers great advice and I just LOVED her sense of humour. A huge thank you to Vicky for being so open and sharing her story x Vicky's instagram- https://www.instagram.com/a_touch_of_cancer/?hl=en-gb If you have a story to share pl...

Rachel joins the pod to share her experience of being diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer as well as her advice, having a hysterectomy, a stoma and stoma reversal. Rachel greatly advocates for the bowel cancer community and raises awareness of never being too young! An incredible, incredible woman. Follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/rachyreedy/?hl=en-gb If you have a story to share please...