Tuning Inwards

S1. Ep#8: Sonja's Story - Healing from Chronic Fatigue, Grief & Cultivating Resilience.


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🔥🔥Season 1 Final Guest 👏👏

S1 Ep#8 - Sonja's Story: A Journey of Healing from Chronic Fatigue, Grief & Resilience.

Sonja Montague-Mackay is the founder of The More Human Company (TMHC) and The Wild Orange School of Wellbeing. A former executive who has worked across three continents in international economic development, 

Sonja launched TMHC to support people to increase their personal wellbeing and become more human leaders. Blending positive psychology, neuroscience and contemplative practices, Sonja’s unique style provides practical easy to implement tools to enhance the every-day in small incremental steps.

Here's some of what we discussed:

Understanding Stress and Mental Health

"I don't know anybody that's not stressed." - Sonja

Stress contributes to 80% of all illness and disease, highlighting the importance of addressing mental health as part of overall well-being.

Simple Steps to Improve Well-Being

Sonja emphasises that "there's really small things that you can do that will make a massive difference."

Activities like walking in nature, practicing gratitude, and taking breaks from devices can significantly enhance mental health.

The Power of Connection

"It's about getting outside into the natural world."

Engaging with nature and spending quality time with loved ones can help regulate our nervous systems and improve emotional health.

Coping with Grief and Burnout

Sonja shares her experience with chronic fatigue syndrome and the importance of recognising signs of stress.

"You need to learn a lot of valuable lessons... trust the journey and lean into it."

Tools for Healing

Sonja discusses various modalities for healing, including breath-work, meditation, and nutrition.

"If I didn't meditate every day, I would lose my ****."

Emotional Literacy and Vulnerability

"We need to learn to talk about feelings and emotions."

Sonja encourages open conversations about mental health, emphasising the importance of choosing the right people to share with.

Final Thoughts

Healing is a lifelong journey, and it's essential to be gentle with ourselves.

"Even when you think things are really bad... there is a light at the end of that tunnel."

Join us in exploring Sonja's inspiring story of resilience and the tools she used to navigate her journey toward finding her centre again! 🌟

Host: Stuart Lee
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Disclaimer: Please note; this podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you're struggling with your mental, physical or emotional health, please reach out to your doctor or mental health professional for support and guidance tailored for you.

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