Connected with Iva

In today's episode of Connected With Iva, I’m joined by Renée Fraser-Shepard, entrepreneur and founder of Sloobie, to explore what it means to find your purpose, build meaningful connections and create a life that feels true to you.

Renée shares her journey of starting a business at just 19, trusting her instincts and finding the confidence to follow a path that looks different from the one she first imagined.

We talk about the people who shape us, the importance of surrounding ourselves with the right energy, and how staying connected to ourselves and what matters can help us navigate change.

A conversation about purpose, relationships and the little moments of growth that shape who we become.

Ever find yourself making the same choices, overthinking everything, or wondering why you keep ending up in the same situations? You're not alone. Lauren Ray is back on Connected with Iva to chat about self-worth, dating, vulnerability, and why we sometimes get in our own way. We explore how to figure out what you really want, let go of old patterns, and start making changes without feeling like you need to sort your entire life out overnight. Plus, Lauren shares how she went from having a dream of releasing an album to seeing her debut record in the shops—all by taking one small step at a time.

A conversation with Devanshu Dalmia, author of I Want to Meditate, But Where Do I Begin?, about finding a place for meditation in an ambitious, modern life.  We talk about the pressure that first led him to meditation, why consistency matters more than intensity, the relationship between stillness and clarity, and whether spirituality and ambition can coexist.  We also explore yoga beyond the physical practice, living with uncertainty, and learning to be less attached to outcomes.

A year on, I’m back with Ella Eiveren to catch up on everything that’s changed — building Hiraya Pilates, growing into new chapters, figuring out what’s next and learning to enjoy the journey along the way. We talk about purpose, taking chances, trusting yourself and giving yourself permission to change your mind. A conversation about becoming, evolving and letting life surprise you a little.

What if the life you’re trying so hard to create isn’t actually the life you’re meant to live?

In this episode, I’m joined by The Wong Janice for a conversation about intuition, life transitions, letting go, manifestation and trusting your path.

We talk about knowing when it’s time to change direction, why our dreams don’t always unfold as planned, and how to create space for what’s next. Janice also shares how meditation, creativity and cello music became part of her own transformation — and introduces her new app, Cello Rituals.

If you’re questioning what’s next, navigating change, or learning to trust yourself more deeply, this episode is for you.

Have you ever felt like you've lost touch with yourself, or wondered why you just don't feel like you anymore?

In today's episode, I sit down with energy healer and Holistic Universe founder Irina Nemeth to talk about burnout, apathy, intuition and what it really means to reconnect with yourself. We explore why so many of us feel overwhelmed by modern life, how slowing down can be one of the most powerful things we do, and the simple ways we can begin finding our way back to ourselves.

What if living well isn't about living longer, but living more fully? Jonathan Ramalho shares the powerful story behind Beyond the Pill—from searching for the secrets of longevity to facing psychosis and finding his way back to himself. We explore mental health, healing, purpose, community, and the simple daily habits that can help us feel more present, connected, and at peace.

Returning to Connected with Iva for a second conversation, Tamta Musulishvili shares how a vision she once spoke into existence became reality just one year later. Together, we explore serendipity, manifestation, meaningful connections, and the role purpose plays in shaping our lives. This is a conversation about trusting the journey, staying open to unexpected opportunities, and believing that the right people, ideas, and moments often arrive exactly when they're meant to.

What happens when you realise that something you once believed was right for you is no longer supporting your health or happiness? In today's conversation, Sabrina Brown shares her journey from being a passionate vegan advocate to becoming a leading voice in feminine biohacking and women's wellness. We talk about navigating big life changes, rebuilding your health, balancing hormones, fertility, nutrition, burnout, and the importance of community and self-discovery. Sabrina opens up about the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned along the way, and how embracing change helped her create a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.

In this episode of Connected for Iva, I talk about the exhaustion of overthinking everything — relationships, decisions, timing, identity, and the constant pressure to get life 'right.' May left me feeling emotionally unsettled, caught between intuition and anxiety, certainty and doubt, and wondering why trusting myself suddenly felt so difficult.

We live in a world full of endless possibilities and constant comparison, where every choice can begin to feel existential. This conversation is about the paralysis that comes from trying to optimize your entire life, the fear of making the wrong decision, and learning that peace might not come from finding the perfect path, but from finally allowing yourself to live the one you’re already on.