Christmas is just around the corner…. Yes - I said it!

For some of us creates a little bit of stress (or a lot) as we think of those high expectations that everyone SHOULD enjoy the entire Christmas celebration.

Today, I chat with Nicky Bevan (the no bullsh*t life coach) about super useful mindset shifts for parents to help you stay grounded and connected this festive season.

We also delve into how to deal with the weather turning darker… burgh!

And with how to navigate festive season food…

I hope you enjoy it!

Jolanthe x

Find out more about Nicky Bevan:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickybevan_lifecoach/ 
• Website: https://nickybevan.com 
• Email: [email protected] 
• YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@TheWorkingWomensLifeCoach 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

What even IS authenticity? And how can we show up ‘authentically’ at work and on social media?

In this episode, leadership coach Heather Angell joins Amid the Mess to unpack what authenticity really means when life is chaotic.

Discover why “being real” doesn’t have to mean sharing everything, how to stop people-pleasing at work, and how to drop the guilt that keeps you from feeling enough.

If you’ve ever wondered how to balance ambition, family, and being true to yourself—you’ll want to hear this one!

Find out more about Heather Angell:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherangell_/?hl=en
• Website: https://www.heatherangell.co.uk/ 
• Email: [email protected] 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

If you find yourself keeping the ship afloat in a crazy life of kids and work, and you struggle to connect with your softer side, then this is episode if for YOU.

Sam has been through a transformation… so I invited her on to tell us all about it!

Sam is a super experienced strength coach, but she’s discovered a new approach to life, business and how she trains her clients.

This is not just about exercise… it is ESPECIALLY relevant for burned-out parents who have been holding it all together for years and years. (And are now feeling rigid, on-edge and hyper controlling).

I hope you enjoy this as much as I did!

Find out more about Sam Charlwood:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samantha_charlwood/
• Website: https://live-strong.co.uk
• Email: [email protected]

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

Tight shoulders, aching back, and long hours at your desk… Does that sound familiar?

In this episode, physiotherapist and creator of Resistance Pilatchi, Sean Searight, shares simple, doable ways to ease everyday pain and bring strength and posture back into your life.

You’ll discover:

💥 How small movements can undo hours of sitting…

💥 How to keep your body strong amid the chaos…

💥 And why you don’t need a gym (or much time) to feel better in your own skin.

Find out more about Sean Searight:

• Website: https://resistancepilatchi.com 
• Email: [email protected] 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resistancepilatchi/ 
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@resistancepilatchi 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

So often, fathers get forgotten in the health conversation… but they struggle too!

Ladies, if you’ve ever wished your partner had a bit more energy, looked after himself more, or simply felt better in the middle of family chaos, this episode is a gentle starting point.

I speak with men’s health nutritionist Josh Clamp about simple, doable changes that can really help fathers thrive.

Dads, this one’s for you! (Or share this with the man in your life... it might be just the encouragement he needs)

Find out more about Josh Clamp:

• Website: https://www.themenshealthnutritionist.co.uk/ 
• Email: [email protected] 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themenshealthnutritionist/?hl=en 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

Let’s dive into the power of yoga for cancer support—and why understanding it matters for everyone. (Even if you don’t have cancer).

Thankfully most of us are not facing cancer ourselves, but knowing these tools will help you support loved ones in the future, while giving you fresh insight into your own health and resilience.

Find out more about Morven Hamilton:

• Website: https://www.yogabynature.org/
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogabynatureuk/?hl=en-gb 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

Do you feel torn between work, family, and the endless to-do list?

Simon Postlethwaite shares practical (and doable) ways to protect your energy, be more present with your kids, and avoid burnout—without feeling guilty.

This is a must-listen for anyone trying to juggle it all amid the chaos!

Find out more about Simon Postletwaite:

• Website: https://www.simonpostlethwaitecoaching.com 
• Email: [email protected] 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

Is your romantic relationship is running on autopilot amid the chaos of parenting, work, and laundry piles?

Relationship coach, Vanessa White, shares eye-opening insights that can help you reconnect with your partner—without adding another "to-do" to your list.

You’ll learn how small, invisible gestures (done the right way) can speak volumes, how to handle conflict without blowing up, and why romance doesn’t need roses or a Paris getaway.

This episode is packed with practical, low-effort ways to keep love alive, even in the messiest seasons of life.

Find out more about Vanessa White:

• Website: https://www.vanessawhite.co.uk/ 
• Email: [email protected] 
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@breakup_and_divorce_coach 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/
• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning 

Ever wondered if your toddler’s tantrums or your teen’s eye rolls are really “bad behaviour”?

Neuroscientist and education expert, Rebecca Torrance Jenkins, will help you discover…

…what’s actually going on in your child’s brain, why modern life makes it harder, and how you can respond in ways that shift your home from firefighting to connection — even when life feels messy and chaotic.

Find out more about Rebecca Torrance Jenkins:

• Website: ⁠https://www.drtorrancejenkins.co.uk/⁠ 
• Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

Get in touch with me:

• Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠
• Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/⁠

Think you’re “rubbish at singing” - so there’s no point? Think again!

In this episode, we dive into the unexpectedly powerful role your voice plays in regulating stress, expressing emotion, and reclaiming calm — even if you're just singing in the car between school runs.

Francesca Littmann, a singing teacher and energy worker, shares tiny, doable techniques that can shift your mood, boost immunity, and help you feel heard — without needing extra time, talent, or silence.

If you’re running on empty and feeling invisible in the noise of life, this one's for you!

Get in touch with me:

• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/

Find out more about Francesca Littmann:

• Website: https://francescajlittmann.com  
• Email: [email protected]