The Barbara Thompson Podcast

We head over to Alberta, Canada to have a chat with Lori Cunningham, the creator and founder of A Space for Her. Lori is a transformational coach who helps women feel worthy of their dreams and is in full support of you giving yourself the gift of owning and embodying your inherent worthiness, and stepping into your full power and potential as a result.

During this episode, Lori takes us on a somatic journey where she walks us through a somatic exercise in real time. 

Lori gifted this downloadable PDF just for you: 
Reclaim your confidence. Breaking free from unworthy thoughts:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u9pqwxlwYIozrAnCeZlkozbAlHVHtD04/view

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• Do you have trouble finding clothes you like, or that suit you?
• Do you routinely scour through your closet only to find you have nothing to wear
• Has your life changed recently, and you've discovered that your current wardrobe no longer reflects the person you've become?

If you answered "YES!" to any of those questions, Jennifer can help you find your own unique personal style and the clothes and accessories that resonate with you. You will feel confident in your appearance while projecting the image you desire. Today we head to Jerusalem, Israel to chat with the very talented Jennifer Nataf - a personal stylist. Her business is called Pretty Things Styling.

If you would like to sign up to Jennifer's monthly style membership:
The Style Society https://www.prettythingsstyling.com/membership

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Amy Van Beek the founder of Be Real Birthing is a qualified Birthing  Doula, prenatal and postpartum and a qualified practitioner with Hypnobirthing Australia.

Amy's doula/hypnobirthing business is very close to her heart. After having a traumatising first birth with no clue what she was doing and having every pain medication to be thought of, she then went on to have a VBAC and this truly inspired her as a woman. She is here to support, guide and advocate for you in this incredible journey. No woman should have to go through this time alone or feel unheard or unsupported. Everyone needs support in different ways and Amy is here to connect with mammas who would love to be nurtured through their birthing process using her experience and love.

Amy shares her personal birth stories and we also talk about the following in this episode:

1.  What exactly does a doula do for expectant mothers?
2. What inspired you to become a doula?
3. How does having a doula contribute to a positive birth experience?
4. Hypnobirthing 
5. Postpartum Care: What role does a doula play in supporting mothers after birth?

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In this episode Karyn and I talk about anything and everything in life. Knowing what is right for you and how to build the confidence to take on life, what is your purpose, what are our lessons, spirituality, nutrition and Karyn draws us a card from her meditation deck and shares with us what we need to know in this moment.
 
 Karyn supports women to navigate their life and relationships.  She is a Licensed Creatrix® Transformologist®, Certified Practitioner in EFT, Master Practitioner of Time Line Therapy and NLP, Hypnotherapist, Master Practitioner of Positive Psychology & EQ Facilitator, Certified Practitioner in Specialised Kinesiology and Touch for Health, and last but not least a 10x Award-Winning Author.

Website
https://goodnessmealternative.com.au
Join Karyn's FB group to enjoy live hypnosis sessions etc...
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Purchase Karyn's book Eating Secrets:
https://goodnessmealternative.com.au/eating-secrets-ebook/

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This episode is about understanding that, for men, vocalizing emotions can be daunting. They are conditioned to be strong and silent. Ever wonder why men often bottle up their feelings? Society tells them that vulnerability is weakness. But what if we could flip that narrative and show that true strength lies in acknowledging and addressing your inner battles? 

If you're finding this episode resonates with you or someone you love, don't hesitate to take action. Listen to this episode and share it with the men in your life. 

In this episode I have a chat with Simon Rinne,  the Founder and Clinical Lead at Mindful Men. Simon thrives on supporting boys and men to embrace a healthier way of living. His lived experience includes over 30 years living with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and burnout; including relying on alcohol to cope with life’s stressors. He’s been sober since 2023, and blends his lived and learned experience in his approach to therapy. 

In 2021, he founded Mindful Men as a way to support men with their own personal development journey. By sharing his story, he contributes to normalising discussions about men’s health and wellbeing. Simon's mission is to draw from his lived and learned experiences to empower boys and men to get vulnerable, confront their inner struggles, and grow with the right support. 


https://mindful-men.com.au
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https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-mindful-men-podcast/id1604992311

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Ever wondered how trauma shapes our health and well being?

Today's episode comes with a trigger warning. My guest Melissa, bravely shares her story, touching on her experiences with drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, a traumatic event at her school, and a witnessing deeply traumatic death. These topics are heavy and may be triggering for some listeners. We discuss these experiences to raise awareness and foster understanding. If you or anyone you know living in Australia needs to speak to someone, please reach out to Lifeline, a free, confidential phone, text or online service 13 11 14.

Join me as I sit down with Melissa Armstrong, a trauma informed functional health coach from Colorado. Melissa bravely recounts her journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a beacon of hope and healing for women around the world. Learn how she transitioned from being a registered nurse to a holistic health coach with her own private practice, focusing on trauma recovery without the crutch of pills and procedures. Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and an unwavering dedication to guiding others on their paths to self discovery and healing.

We dive deep into self awareness and the importance of recognising and processing emotional triggers. We discuss how simple yet profound practices like journaling and  meditation can lead to significant personal growth and long lasting mental and physical well being.

Empathy and kindness can be powerful tools for healing. Melissa shares a touching story about the power of forgiveness after a minor car accident, illustrating how small acts of compassion can make a big difference. Shifting gears, we explore the intricate connections between women’s menstrual cycles, emotional well-being, and physical health, advocating for a more holistic approach to wellness. By understanding our body's cycles and embracing self-awareness, we can begin to break free from limiting beliefs and conditioned narratives. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical advice for anyone on their healing journey, offering hope and inspiration for a healthier, more fulfilling life.

To contact Melissa:
www.holistichealthbymelissa.com
https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/
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A Certified Tarot Master, psychic medium, teacher and ordained minister, Corbie Mitleid has been reading for 50 years, and is a full-time intuitive counselor with clients worldwide. Robert Schwartz features her work as a channel and past life expert in his breakthrough series on Karma and pre-birth planning, Your Soul’s Plan, Your Soul’s Gift, and Your Soul’s Love.

In this episode we talk about family, mediumship, stress,  life, love and ALL the things!

As an author, her self-help volume CLEAN OUT YOUR LIFECLOSET encourages you to write your own story of change based on your history, your life experiences, and your personal goals.

Corbie Mitleid has always been “the different one.” A writer and visionary in a
completely medical family (father a doctor, mother a nurse, brother a doctor), she has
always made her own path rather than take one cut for her by others. Leaving an Ivy
League university after two years, Corbie struck out to find where joy and purpose lived, regardless of what she was told she “ought” to do.

The path wasn’t easy. Two marriages, which didn’t last, and a constant search for the
Partner Who Understood. A succession of jobs. A series of spiritual paths. Moving from
Cambridge to Philadelphia to Poughkeepsie to New York City to Atlanta. Out of the
blue, breast cancer—not once, but three times. Life became a roller coaster with no
brakes, asking Corbie to survive divorce, abuse, poverty and life-threatening illness. But
through all of this, she learned the value of the Examined Life: meeting challenges and
always asking the next question, facing each new situation with strength, courage and
humor.

Today, Corbie brings a full toolbox to her job as a beacon of manifestation and vision for
her clients. She knows what it is to create a career out of experiences. While she’s now
a full-time intuitive counselor and inspirational speaker, her career has encompassed
positions as a published author, a professional actress, a television producer, a radio
personality, an executive recruiter and the “power behind the throne” for a number of
high-profile CEOs.

Corbie’s career now spans the globe, with clients worldwide. Her talents as an intuitive
are featured in bestselling books. Still, her clients treasure her attitude of I’m not special, you can do what I do.

“We have opportunities we can go after, and challenges to get past,” she says firmly.
“My job is to give you the tools and courage to deal with both situations. Everything else
is free will, and up to you!” Corbie lives in upstate New York with her husband Carle, a professional historian, two large and exuberant Maine Coon cats and a ginger pocket rocket of a rescue boy from the Bronx.

Website: www.corbiemitleid.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firethroughspirit
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/CorbieMitleid
Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/corbiemitleid/
Instagram:  https://instagram.com/corbie_mitleid/
Medium:  https://corbiemitleid.medium.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CorbieMitleid

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Vanessa is a registered counsellor based in Sydney, Australia. She takes a compassionate and curious approach to working with clients with a focus on addiction, complex trauma and the intergenerational nature of trauma. Vanessa’s special area is food addiction, because that was the first addiction that forced her into recovery. Her approach is trauma-informed, person-centred and informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS). Vanessa has an MA in Counselling (UNE), is a certified food addiction counsellor (INFACT), and an IFS Institute trained IFS therapist. Vanessa’s work is influenced by her own recovery journey, and underpinned by the principle of “do your own work”, which means Vanessa is engaged in her own therapy and draws on somatic and other healing modalities. Vanessa is also a passionate advocate for raising awareness of food addiction and complex trauma, and breaking the associated stigma. She collaborates with organisations such as SANE Australia and the Blue Knot Foundation by sharing her lived experience publicly.

Website: https://www.vanessakredler.com

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Laura Petrie is a Counsellor & Coach based in Melbourne, Australia. A solo Mumma to two gorgeous boys, a nature lover & a joy seeker, who went through a journey of personal development to transform her life from simply existing, to designing & living a life she loves! Laura works with women who are moving through life transitions (relationships, career, parenting), and those who are simply looking for more joy, purpose and meaning in their lives.

Here is the Clarity Quiz: subscribepage.io/LauraPetrieCounsellorFreeWorksheet

Website: www.laurapetrie.com.au 
Instagram: @laurapetriecounsellor 
Malvern VIC 3144 
Australia

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In this episode I head over to Whidbey Island in Puget Sound, north of Seattle, Washington and I have a chat with Michelle. From the age of 3 she was nicknamed by those who knew her as the CIA -  she just 'knew things'. Today she helps people with their transformations, breakthroughs and direct them to be on purpose.

We talk about our emotions, our subconscious, energetic medicine, neuroscience, what doing the 'work' looks like and how you can become the manager of your own energy field.

Instagram:@michelleraewoodward
Website: michelleraewoodward.com
Facebook: Michelle Rae Woodward

Correction in Show 
The author of the energy healing book Michelle mentioned in the episode  was Michael Gerber - It was supposed to be Richard Gerber and his book Vibrational Medicine is what she was referring to. 

The Nobel prize winner was in Physiology or Medicine 1937 was Albert Szent-Györgyi. And this is the quote Michelle was trying to express -- "In every culture and in every medical tradition before ours, healing was accomplished by moving energy"

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