On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Transformation and Confidence Coach Erin Sum shares her remarkable journey from painfully shy introvert to empowerment coach — and what she's learned about helping women step into their full potential.

Erin opens up about the childhood experiences that shaped her own struggles with confidence and self-worth, and how she found her way through to genuine self-belief — not by pretending to be someone else, but by doing the inner work. She unpacks the perfectionism trap that holds so many women back, explains why the fear of being seen and judged is one of the most common barriers to growth, and shares how community and sisterhood can be transformative forces in a woman's life. Erin also offers a glimpse into her vision for retreats designed to support deep personal transformation.

Key Topics

• From shy to confident: Erin's personal journey and the turning point that set her on the path to becoming a confidence coach
• Childhood experiences and adult confidence: how early messages about who we are shape the way we show up in the world
• Overcoming perfectionism: why perfectionism is a confidence killer — and what to do instead
• The fear of being seen: addressing the deeply held worry about judgement that keeps women playing small
• Community and retreats: the power of women supporting women in spaces designed for growth and transformation

About Erin Sum
Erin Sum is a Transformation and Confidence Coach who helps women overcome perfectionism, silence their inner critic, and step boldly into their self-worth. Drawing on her own journey from shyness to confidence, she creates coaching experiences and retreats that empower women to be seen, valued, and unapologetically themselves.

Journey to Purpose Podcast | confidence coach | overcoming perfectionism | Erin Sum | self-love | women's empowerment | building confidence | fear of being judged | transformation coach | self-worth | personal growth for women

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Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, former nun turned mindfulness coach Denise Pyles shares how even the busiest people can weave presence, spirituality, and self-compassion into the fabric of everyday life through "micro mindfulness."

Denise opens up about her extraordinary journey from religious life to mindfulness coaching, and what that transition taught her about spirituality, identity, and purpose. She introduces the concept of micro mindfulness — short, practical moments of presence that fit into any schedule — and explains why self-reflection and self-compassion are at the heart of sustainable personal growth. The conversation also tackles one of modern life's biggest challenges: how to stay grounded and present when technology constantly competes for our attention.

Key Topics

• From nun to mindfulness coach: Denise's remarkable personal journey and the spiritual insights that shaped her coaching practice
• Spirituality and purpose: how aligning your energy with a higher purpose transforms daily life and decision-making
• Micro mindfulness: practical ways to build presence into small, everyday moments — no meditation retreat required
• Self-reflection and self-discovery: why ongoing inner work is essential and how to make it a sustainable habit
• Mindfulness and technology: navigating the tension between digital life and staying genuinely present

About Denise Pyles
Denise Pyles is a mindfulness coach and former nun whose unique background in contemplative life informs a deeply human approach to presence and personal development. She specialises in making mindfulness accessible for busy people, helping clients integrate self-reflection, spirituality, and micro mindfulness practices into everyday moments for lasting transformation.

Journey to Purpose Podcast | mindfulness coach | micro mindfulness | Denise Pyles | former nun | mindfulness for busy people | spirituality and purpose | self-compassion | self-reflection | mindfulness and technology | personal development

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Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, serene spiritual hypnotherapist Geraldine Crane explores how hypnotherapy, past life regression, and deep self-love can unlock healing from generational trauma and transform the way we see ourselves.

Geraldine shares her unique approach to hypnotherapy — one that goes beyond relaxation techniques to connect clients with their inner divinity and spirit guides. She opens up about the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, how childhood experiences shape our emotional patterns into adulthood, and the profound healing that's possible when women finally learn to cherish themselves. The conversation also explores past life regression as a tool for understanding present-day emotional challenges, and the critical importance of healthy boundaries in relationships.

Key Topics

• Spiritual hypnotherapy: how Geraldine's approach connects clients with inner divinity and spirit guides for deep transformation
• Generational trauma and healing: understanding the emotional patterns passed down through families — and how to break the cycle
• Mother-daughter relationships: the lasting impact of these early bonds and what healing can look like for women
• Past life regression: using exploration of past lives to shed light on current emotional struggles and blocks
• Cherishing yourself: why self-love and acceptance are the foundations of any lasting healing journey

About Geraldine Crane
Geraldine Crane is a serene spiritual hypnotherapist who combines traditional hypnotherapy with spiritual practice to help women heal at the deepest level. She specialises in generational trauma, mother-daughter dynamics, and past life regression, guiding clients toward profound self-acceptance and inner peace through connection with their own spirit and divinity.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, environmental health educator Theresa Thomas reveals the hidden toxins lurking inside our homes — and the steps families can take right now to protect their children's health and wellbeing.

Theresa shares her own powerful story of overcoming serious health challenges by systematically removing synthetic chemicals from her living environment. She breaks down the alarming rise of toxins in everyday household products, explains why children are disproportionately vulnerable, and offers practical, manageable steps anyone can take to reduce chemical exposure at home. The conversation also explores muscle testing as a tool for identifying harmful products, the importance of community advocacy, and why understanding environmental health is one of the most impactful things a parent can do.

Key Topics

• The rise of synthetic chemicals: why our homes contain more toxins than ever — and what the research tells us about the health consequences
• Children and chemical exposure: why kids are especially vulnerable to environmental toxins and what parents need to know
• Theresa's personal journey: how removing household toxins helped her overcome her own health challenges
• Practical steps to a healthier home: simple, affordable changes that reduce toxic load for the whole family
• Muscle testing and product identification: using alternative methods to identify which products may be harming your health

About Theresa Thomas
Theresa Thomas is an environmental health educator passionate about helping families create safer, toxin-free homes. Drawing on her personal experience of recovering from health challenges through environmental change, she educates parents and communities about the impact of synthetic chemicals on wellbeing and advocates for a cleaner, healthier living environment for children and families.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, financial coach Felicia Flinders breaks down how everyday people can start building real wealth — through pensions, property, and the stock market — regardless of where they're starting from.

Felicia shares her belief that financial education should be available to everyone, not just the wealthy few, and explains how a lack of knowledge is one of the biggest barriers holding people back from financial security. She explores the UK's North-South divide in financial literacy, how social media is changing the conversation around money, and what it actually looks like to work with a financial coach. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your wealth strategy, this conversation offers practical, empowering steps forward.

Key Topics

• Pensions, property, and the stock market: a plain-English overview of the three key pillars of wealth building
• The financial literacy gap: why so many people feel lost when it comes to money — and how to bridge the divide
• The North-South divide: regional disparities in financial education and what that means for everyday savers and investors
• Social media and money: how platforms are making financial education more accessible — and the pitfalls to watch out for
• Why a financial coach matters: the difference between generic advice and a personalised strategy built around your life

About Felicia Flinders
Felicia Flinders is a financial coach dedicated to making wealth-building accessible and understandable for everyone. She works with individuals to demystify personal finance, from pensions and property to stock market investing, helping her clients take informed, confident steps toward long-term financial security.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Jake Ostler — founder of the International Protection Alliance — pulls back the curtain on the global fight against child exploitation and sex trafficking, and the grassroots work happening in communities right now.

Jake shares the harrowing scale of the problem and what it looks like at street level, drawing on his direct work with survivors of sexual violence and trafficking. He explains how traffickers identify and exploit vulnerability, the critical (and often misunderstood) role of law enforcement, and why education remains one of the most powerful tools in prevention. Jake also speaks candidly about his own path into this work, and why sustainable self-care is essential for anyone working on the front lines of trauma and exploitation.

Key Topics

• The scale of child exploitation and sex trafficking: what the global data reveals — and what's happening in local communities
• How traffickers operate: the vulnerabilities they target and the grooming tactics used to gain control
• Law enforcement's role: the realities, limitations, and progress being made in combating trafficking
• Education as prevention: why honest, age-appropriate conversations about sexual violence are essential
• Sustaining the work: the importance of self-care and resilience for professionals in high-trauma fields

About Jake Ostler
Jake Ostler is the founder of the International Protection Alliance, an organisation dedicated to combating sexual violence and trafficking. With experience working directly alongside survivors and law enforcement agencies, Jake is a prominent voice in global child protection efforts, advocating for education, community awareness, and survivor-centred approaches to ending exploitation.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Dr. Tulay Massey — a former food scientist turned mindset coach — shares her transformational story and explains how she helps high-achieving women navigate life's biggest "what next" moments.

Dr. Massey walks through her unexpected career pivot, revealing how she discovered her true calling lay not in laboratories but in coaching others toward clarity and purpose. She breaks down her approach to goal setting — starting not with targets but with your deepest "why" — and unpacks why motivation alone will never sustain long-term change. In a world full of noise and disruption, Dr. Massey makes a compelling case for self-awareness, discipline, and the courage to ask for help as the true foundations of lasting personal transformation.

Key Topics

• From food science to mindset coaching: the pivotal moment Dr. Massey found her true purpose and made the leap
• Identity and purpose: why understanding who you are is the essential first step in any meaningful life transition
• Goal setting with intention: how to anchor your goals to your "why" and build the identity your future self requires
• Beyond motivation: why discipline and purpose outlast inspiration — and how to build both for the long term
• Mindset coaching for high-achievers: the unique challenges facing accomplished women navigating change and self-reinvention

About Dr. Tulay Massey
Dr. Tulay Massey is a mindset coach who transitioned from a successful career in food science to help high-achieving women find clarity, purpose, and direction in their lives. She specialises in navigating major life transitions, guiding clients from confusion to confident action through coaching, self-awareness, and intentional goal setting.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, Faith Sage shares the deeply personal losses that led her to a most unexpected calling — helping others navigate the practical and emotional complexities of funeral planning, legacy management, and preparing thoughtfully for the end of life.

After losing both her daughter and granddaughter, Faith found herself faced with the chaos and grief that comes when end-of-life planning has been left undone. Rather than be defeated by it, she turned that pain into a purpose: making sure others don't have to face the same overwhelm. She introduces the concept of Swedish death cleaning, explores the mindset shift required to embrace talking about death openly, and makes a compelling case that planning for the end of your life is one of the most loving gifts you can give to those you leave behind.

Key Topics

Faith's experience of losing her daughter and granddaughter — and the calling it sparked
Why preparing for death is an act of love for the people who will grieve you
The Swedish death cleaning method — decluttering your life with intention and peace
The mindset shifts required to talk openly and honestly about death and legacy
Practical steps for funeral planning, legacy management, and difficult family conversations

About Faith Sage
Faith Sage is a funeral planning advisor and legacy specialist who helps individuals and families prepare for end of life with clarity, compassion, and purpose. Having navigated profound personal loss herself, she brings both deep empathy and practical expertise to conversations most people avoid — until they have no choice.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, health coach Barbara Walsh shares the cancer diagnosis that changed everything — and how it sent her on a deep investigation into the root causes of illness, the healing power of nutrition, and the possibility of recovering naturally.

Barbara's journey began in graphic design and took a dramatic turn when breast cancer forced her to ask questions that conventional medicine alone couldn't answer. She explores the lifestyle shifts and nutritional changes that supported her recovery, the central role of the immune system in long-term wellness, and why having the right support and motivation makes the difference between lasting change and slipping back into old patterns. Her story is both a wake-up call and a roadmap.

Key Topics

Barbara's diagnosis with breast cancer and the wake-up call that redirected her life
Exploring the root causes of cancer beyond conventional medical explanations
The role of nutrition and lifestyle in supporting recovery and immune health
How to make lasting changes — with the right support, mindset, and motivation
Barbara's transformation from graphic designer to natural health coach

About Barbara Walsh
Barbara Walsh is a health coach who transformed a breast cancer diagnosis into a calling to help others take charge of their own wellbeing. Drawing on her own journey through illness and natural recovery, she guides clients to understand the lifestyle and nutritional factors that underpin true, lasting health.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com

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On this episode of the Journey to Purpose Podcast, business strategist and coach Kay Sibson explores the art of blending creativity with structure — making the case that the most successful businesses are built on both rigorous strategy and genuine personal development.

Kay brings a fascinating range of experience to the conversation, from corporate strategy to wedding planning to independent consulting, and shows how the dynamics she observed across all of these worlds point to the same truth: great business is fundamentally about relationships, storytelling, and knowing when to lead with structure and when to let creativity breathe. She also unpacks the distinction between coaching and consulting, and what choosing between them means for the kind of support you actually need.

Key Topics

The difference between coaching and consulting — and when each is most valuable
How personal development and practical business strategy work together, not in opposition
Lessons from wedding planning that apply directly to business dynamics and client relationships
The power of storytelling as a business tool — and how to use it authentically
Balancing structure and creativity for sustainable, holistic business success

About Kay Sibson
Kay Sibson is a business strategist and holistic business coach who helps entrepreneurs and leaders integrate personal growth with practical strategy. Drawing on a career that spans corporate consulting, event planning, and independent coaching, she brings a uniquely broad and human perspective to what it means to build a business that works — in every sense of the word.

Journey to Purpose is a personal transformation podcast featuring real conversations about mindset, trauma recovery, self-worth, spiritual awakening, resilience, and finding your life’s purpose. New episodes every week. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Of0Na1qWovS8Aw2X2FU8M 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.bagley/ 🌐 Website: https://philippabagley.com/ Subscribe and leave a review — it helps others find the show.

About your host
Pippa Bagley is a clinical hypnotherapist specialising in burnout and sleep, and the host of Journey to Purpose. Based in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with what truly matters — and build lives and careers that feel genuinely sustainable. Pippa is also studying for an MSc in the Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health at King’s College London. Find out more at philippabagley.com