In this episode of From Fearful to Fearless, host Helen Louise Colquhoun welcomes Debbie Airey, a remarkable woman whose journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming the Chief Commercial Officer of a global engineering group is both inspiring and empowering. Debbie opens up about overcoming childhood abuse and neglect, and the lasting impact these experiences had on her mental health, including her struggles with PTSD.

She also reflects on the challenges of building a successful career in a male-dominated industry, and how resilience, determination, and self-belief helped her break barriers along the way. Debbie shares the motivation behind her passion project, “Kicking the Door Down,” which is dedicated to supporting women in STEM and driving forward gender equality.

Throughout the conversation, Debbie emphasises the importance of therapy, personal growth, and self-advocacy, while highlighting the power of sharing personal stories to inspire others. Her professional journey demonstrates how adversity can shape not only strength, but also empathy and leadership.

Ultimately, this episode is a powerful reminder that no matter the obstacles, it is possible to rise above hardship, reclaim your voice, and create a fulfilling, meaningful life.

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Connect with today guest - Deb Airey at

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(1) Debbie Airey | LinkedIn

(12) Kicking The Door Down | Facebook

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If this conversation resonated, you may be someone who knows what you want - but feels stuck on how to create it.

That gap between knowing and doing is exactly what I support women with inside my programme "Nurture Her Journey"

You can connect with me on Facebook at helen_colquhoun

Email - [email protected]

And in the meantime, if you are wondering why you are clear on your goals but not getting the results you want yet - watch my free session to find out why here ⬇️

https://igniteandnurture.com/nurture-video-page

In this episode, Harriet Taylor shares her inspiring and deeply personal journey from working as a telephone counsellor to becoming an empowerment coach specialising in menopause support. Harriet opens up about her experience of living with severe pain that ultimately led to a hysterectomy, and the emotional impact it had on her identity, wellbeing, and sense of self.

Through her story, Harriet highlights how she began to rebuild her life by embracing holistic healing practices, finding strength, clarity, and purpose along the way. She speaks passionately about the importance of community and connection, encouraging women to seek support and know they are not alone in their menopause journey.

Harriet also advocates for greater awareness and education around menopause, not only in personal conversations but also within workplaces and corporate environments. Her mission is clear: to ensure women feel heard, seen, understood, and supported through one of the most significant transitions of their lives.

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Connect with today guest - Harriet Taylor at

Facebook

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If this conversation resonated, you may be someone who knows what you want - but feels stuck on how to create it.

That gap between knowing and doing is exactly what I support women with inside my programme "Nurture Her Journey"

You can connect with me on Facebook at helen_colquhoun

Email - [email protected]

And in the meantime, if you are wondering why you are clear on your goals but not getting the results you want yet - watch my free session to find out why here ⬇️

https://igniteandnurture.com/nurture-video-page

In this episode, Helen Louise Colquhoun interviews Jo Ripley, a spiritual coach, healer, and entrepreneur, who shares her powerful journey from working as a mental health nurse to building a thriving business in the spiritual world. Jo opens up about how she transitioned into her true calling, using her experiences and intuition to guide others toward personal transformation and success.

Jo explains her unique trifecta approach, combining mindset work, somatic healing, and spiritual practices to help individuals release emotional blocks, overcome limiting beliefs, and step into their most authentic selves. Throughout the conversation, she highlights the importance of living with authenticity, trusting your inner guidance, and understanding the true power of manifestation.

The discussion also explores the value of community, the impact of being in close proximity to empowering influences, and how surrounding yourself with the right people can accelerate growth. Jo also introduces her Plot Twist program, designed to help individuals reset, realign, and elevate their lives on both a personal and spiritual level.

This episode is an inspiring reminder that transformation is always possible—and sometimes, all it takes is one bold plot twist to change everything.

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Connect with today guest - Jo A Ripley at

joanneripley_highendhealer

JOIN HER AMAZING MASTERCLASS HERE ⬇️

https://site.jrmindsetmastery.com/intuitive888

https://linktr.ee/jrmindsetmastery

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If this conversation resonated, you may be someone who knows what you want - but feels stuck on how to create it.

That gap between knowing and doing is exactly what I support women with inside my programme "Nurture Her Journey"

You can connect with me on Facebook at helen_colquhoun

Email - [email protected]

And in the meantime, if you are wondering why you are clear on your goals but not getting the results you want yet - watch my free session to find out why here ⬇️

https://igniteandnurture.com/nurture-video-page

In this episode, Helen Louise Colquhoun is joined by Rachel Kinney, hypnotherapist and founder of Acorn to Oak Hypnotherapy, for an insightful conversation about the power of the subconscious mind.

Together, they explore how hypnotherapy works, its role in reducing stress and anxiety, and why subconscious programming plays such a crucial part in our thoughts, behaviours, and results. Rachel shares her personal journey from life as a stressed teacher to becoming a hypnotherapist, and how changing her thinking transformed both her wellbeing and direction in life.

The episode also dives into the importance of positive thinking, visualisation, and manifestation and how reprogramming the mind can support personal growth, emotional resilience, and achieving meaningful goals.

In this powerful episode, Amie Blaney shares her extraordinary journey through heartbreak, addiction, and loss and the strength it took to rise again. She speaks candidly about a tumultuous marriage, the devastating loss of her children, and the complex challenges of motherhood shaped by addiction. Through recovery, resilience, and unwavering hope, Amie reveals how she began rebuilding her life with purpose and courage. Her story is a moving testament to transformation, determination, and the belief that even from the darkest moments, a better future can be created.

In this deeply moving episode of Fearful to Fearless, Charlotte Yeates shares her courageous journey through grief following the loss of her husband to suicide. She speaks honestly about navigating life as both a widow and a mother, confronting the stigma surrounding mental health, and learning when—and how—to ask for help. Charlotte also reflects on her transition from a corporate career to embracing holistic practices, highlighting the transformative role of mindset and energy healing in her recovery. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the possibility of finding light, meaning, and happiness even after profound loss.

In this episode of Fearful to Fearless, Helen Louise Colquhoun is joined by Toni, who courageously shares her journey from a tough working-class upbringing to navigating complex relationships, profound loss, and serious health challenges. Toni speaks openly about marriage, emotional resilience, the impact of losing her mother, and the life-altering experience of her own breast cancer diagnosis. Through it all, she highlights the vital role of empowerment, self-care, and honouring women as they move into a new phase of life. Now, Toni is channelling her experiences into building a holistic business dedicated to supporting women through fitness, wellness, and emotional healing - on a mission to redefine aging, femininity, and what it truly means to thrive.

In this heartfelt episode, Helen Louise Colquhoun sits down with Vicki Head to explore a powerful journey of self-discovery. Vicki reflects on years spent adapting to fit in- shapeshifting to meet expectations - before choosing to embrace who she truly is. As a single parent, she opens up about the challenges of identity, resilience, and redefining success, and how discovering photography later in life became a turning point. Together, they discuss the delicate balance between parenting and career, the responsibility of role-modelling courage for the next generation, and why pursuing your dreams- despite fear and social pressure- is not only possible, but essential.

In this deeply moving episode, Helen Louise Colquhoun speaks with Dawn Gadsby, who courageously shares her journey from addiction to recovery. Dawn opens up about the trauma and pain that fuelled her dependency on alcohol, the breaking point that pushed her to seek help, and the profound transformation that followed.

Through raw honesty and hope, Dawn highlights the power of self-acceptance, the importance of a personal approach to healing, and the joy that comes with rediscovering life in sobriety. Her story is a testament to resilience, renewal, and the human capacity to rise - no matter how dark things once felt.

In this heartfelt episode, Helen Louise Colquhoun sits down with Katy Salter, a love coach who opens up about her powerful journey of self-discovery, healing, and transformation after the end of a long-term relationship.

Katy shares how acknowledging her emotions became the first step toward freedom, and how the experience of navigating toxic dynamics reshaped her understanding of love, communication, and self-worth. She also reflects on the challenges of parenting through change, the beauty of her spiritual awakening, and how music and sound healing became an anchor in her recovery.

Now channelling her journey into a book and coaching practice, Katy’s story is a reminder that love - for ourselves and others - truly has the power to transform our lives.