The Barbara Thompson Podcast

In this episode we head over to Austin Texas to have a chat with Melina Kane  =
A certified Life Coach and Professional Organiser who helps overwhelmed mums clear the clutter in their home, head, and heart so they can focus on what truly matters.

As a mum of little ones, she found herself drowning in stuff, constantly stressed, and lacking purpose in her days. She discovered she could reclaim her sanity, joy, and sense of self simply by removing the clutter from her home. Now she helps other mums who are drowning in a season of overwhelm to live the best version of their life by having their values reflected in their home, heart, and habits.

In this episode we talk about:

1. The difference between Decluttering and Organising
2. Understanding your organising style to create sustainable systems
3. The power of a 15 minute declutter
4. Questions to ask yourself about your space
5. What message is your mess telling you
6. What is a life minimalist

FREE GIFT FOR YOU
For my listeners Melina has put something together just for you. 
CLEAR THE CLUTTER:
Your Guide to a Peaceful Home

1. Do you feel overwhelmed by the clutter in your home but don't know where to start?
2. Have you tried organising before but days later the clutter came back?

In this guide Melina will be walking you step-by-step through her signature framework of how to declutter and organise your home, making small but mighty steps to calm the chaos in three spaces that make a big impact in your everyday life. 

• Your Nightstand
• Your Entryway
• Your Desk Space

You'll learn her secrets to decluttering and how to embrace "progress" over perfection. Say goodbye to the chaos and hello to more peace!
Click on the link below to grab your copy.
http://pages.melinakanecoaching.com/cleartheclutter

If you would like to reach out to Melina you can contact her on:

Facebook: Melina Kane Coaching
Instagram: @cultivateyourlegacy
Website: http://www.melinakanecoaching.com/

The book Melina refers to in this episode is:
The Clutter Connection | By Cassandra Aarssen
https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-clutter-connection-cassandra-aarssen/book/9781633538566.html

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In this episode we head over to Arizona to have a chat with Andreea Muresan.
Andreea shares with us the moment in her life when she made significant changes with her health and wellness. We talk about  some of the challenges that most of us experience during our journey to better health, and Andreea gives us a couple of really helpful tips to get started. 

We also talk about:
-How important it is in having a support system 
- How she maintains a healthy lifestyle on an ongoing basis
- What motivated Andreea to share her health and wellness journey with us, and what message does she hope to convey through your story

If you would like to contact Andreaa you can reach her on:
Instagram: @andreeammuresan
Facebook: Andreea Muresan

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In this episode we head over to Bali to chat with Eva Kaszycki, a Limitless Wealth Coach. She shares with us how she got into this line of work and her obsession with money sparked the interest for her.  She openly speaks about her life and what it looked like before she does what she does now. Eva is one of the most authentic, genuine, intelligent woman I have ever met.

We also talk about:

- Falling in love with your darkness
- Manifest a life, anything you want as quickly as possible
- Biggest block to manifesting
- How powerful your mind and your thoughts are
- You are limitless
- Visualisation 
- Creating a life you desire internally

To contact Eva you can reach out to her on:
Instagram: Eva.kaszycki.official
Free Facebook group: The 888 Wealth Codes
Podcast: The Vibration of Wealth Podcast

TW*
In this episode sexual abuse, infidelity, drugs and suicide is mentioned.  If you live in Australia you have access to Lifeline  13 11 14 (24/7 free number to call)

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We head over to Utah to chat with Losa McCoy. 1 February 2023 her life changed forever. Losa was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer at 48yo. 
It still feels that Cancer is a dirty little secret and it can be very lonely disease, even if you are surrounded by people. Losa joins me on this episode to talk about her journey through breast cancer from her diagnosis to treatment and how she is doing today. 

Losa is a visionary force behind From Suffering to Serenity with an unwavering commitment to transforming lives, Losa stands as the heart and mind behind a haven where resilience meets renewal.

Losa's journey is a testament to the power of personal growth and healing. Drawing from a profound well of life experiences, she has emerged not only as a survivor but as a beacon of hope for those navigating their own paths of transformation. Her story, marked by trials and triumphs, has cultivated a deep understanding of the human spirit and a genuine empathy for the struggles that shape us all.

As the luminary force behind From Suffering to Serenity, Losa has created a sanctuary where individuals embark on a transformative journey toward inner peace and well-being. Her holistic approach embraces the mind, body, and spirit, offering a diverse range of tools and practices tailored to each unique individual seeking solace.

Losa's commitment to fostering an environment of growth extends beyond her professional endeavors. She is not only a mentor but a compassionate guide, walking alongside others as they navigate the intricate path from suffering to serenity. Her passion for empowering others to reclaim their lives is evident in every facet of her work.

In the realm of From Suffering to Serenity, Losa is not merely a business owner; she is a guardian of the human spirit, a catalyst for positive change, and a source of inspiration for all who cross her path.

Welcome to the transformative journey led by Losa C McCoy — where suffering gives way to serenity, and each step forward is a testament to the incredible strength within us all.

Where to find Losa: 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/losa.c.mccoy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/losachristie21/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lcmccoy1
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/LosaMccoy2175
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/losa-christie-mccoy-4453aa5/
Website: www.fromsufferingtoserenity.com

Links to Losa’s Candle Store:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xsandoscandleco
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xsandoshandcrafted/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lcmccoy1
X (Twitter) https://twitter.com/LosaMccoy2175
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/losa-christie-mccoy-4453aa5/
Website: www.xsandoscandleco.com

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In this episode we are in the Gold Coast, where I chat with Michelle the CEO and Founder of Boob Accessory Solutions - a philanthropic for purpose company, creating accessories for boobs that help create the solution for boob health. When women buy the boob clip, stress boob, boob beanie or any new accessory they’ll know that money is going towards ending breast cancer in every country.

Michelle started  Boob Accessory Solutions in 2021 when she learnt her best friend of 20+ years had developed breast cancer. She was  inspired to help all breast cancer patients including her friend Vanessa, so she invented the Boob Clip which is a bra strap converter clip in the shape of the word BOOB with the first B reversed creating two hooks. Your bra clip accessory converts normal bra straps to racerback straps and it gives back to support women going through breast cancer.

In this episode we also chat about:
- Boobs, the health of boobs and boob checks 
- Her partnership with the McGrath Foundation 
- How Michelle juggles being a mum of 3 and a business owner
- Feel for your life app
-  The awards she has won:

• Gold Coast Girls in Business - Innovation Award Finalist 2023
• MUSE Design Awards – Fashion Accessory Silver Winner 2022
• AusMumpreneur - Product Innovation Award Finalist 2022
• Women In Fashion Long Lunch & Awards – Innovation Award Winner 2023
•  Innovation Award at the Women In Fashion Annual Long Lunch and Awards 2023 in Brisbane
• Michelle has also been  nominated for The Heart of Women Awards on the 9 March 2024.

Michelle has trademarked her Boobclip design and it is registered in 4 countries so far. Australia, New Zealand, UK and USA. This year she plans to start selling the Boobclips in and contributing to all four countries through foundation partnerships. 

She would love to work with the Dr Susan Love Foundation in USA and is researching the UK and New Zealand foundations for a partnership.

If you would like to purchase a boob clip, stress boob, become a wholesaler or to get in touch with Michelle you can find her on:
- Instagram: @boobaccessorysolutions
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoobAccessorySolutions/
- Website: https://boobaccessorysolutions.com/
- Email: [email protected]

50 cents from each sale of the boob clip  + $1 of every sale of a stress boob (Jan 2024) goes directly to the McGrath foundation.
https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/

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Rhiannan is a Personal Trainer, Online coach and Sports Nutritionist .  She has a passion for helping others to achieve food freedom, build a dream physique they are proud of, to live each and every day with the confidence that radiates in all areas of their life. The confidence to wear the shorts and crop, to ask for a spot on the gym floor and ultimately  to live your best life.  Rhi is an evidence based coach with over 7+ years of coaching experience and over 5 years in the fitness industry. Coaching 100's of men & women to achieve total body freedom and confidence with muscle growth and PB’s along the way,  living a life they are proud of.

Rhiannan can help with:

1. QUIT YO-YO DIETING
2. BUILD MUSCLE
3. GET STRONG
4. LOSE THE FIRST 5KG OR THE LAST 5KG 
5. HIT A DOUBLE BODYWEIGHT DEADLIFT
6. IMPROVE THEIR LIFE TRAJECTORY
7. GET UNSHAKABLE CONFIDENCE 
8. OR ALL OF THE ABOVE!

In this episode we talk about:
- progress not perfection lets discuss
- body confidence. I know this is something close to you. How did you struggle with this? how does the relationship with your body look land sound like today
- non negotiables 
- growth mindset
- why is mindfulness so important with training and weight loss
- comparison
- why some people cannot commit to a calorie deficit 
- What are your non-negotiables Rhi 
-  can you really say the alphabet backwards?

Rhi also answered questions from the question box I put on social media earlier in the week:

- For weight loss is it best to calorie count
- People seem to be in their running era. do i have to run
- I am so confused about what to do, where can I start? Do you have any tips?
- Can I lose weight with you without having to go on ozempic 
- I am so  intimidated going into a gym, how can I move through this?

If you would like to contact Rhiannan you can find her on:
Instagram: @ptwithrhi
Her Podcast: You but more powerful
Website: www.ptwithrhi.com

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This episode is about Narcissists and the holiday season. I sat down and had a great chat with Kate Deighton - a Narcissistic Abuse Therapist.

I also share my own personal experiences with you about being with a narc during the holiday season and what this looked and felt like for me. I want to normalise what this looks like, so you can keep an eye out for this behaviour.

Kate and I chat about the following:
- How narc's often act leading up to the holidays
- Strategies you can use to help to maintain your own peace and energy 
- How we react when a narc is being abusive and how it affects the nervous system 
- Strategies we can use to regulate our nervous system
- The work christmas party with a narcissistic
- Tips to help you if you share children with a narcissistic over the holidays

The app Kate and I talk about in this episode is a co parent app called 
Our Family Wizard.

Keep an eye out in 2024 for Kates signature course - The Narcissist Detox Formula

If you would like to connect with Kate you can contact her on:
Instagram: @kateadeighton

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Jessica is back for another episode! She also joined me on The Studio Chat Podcast for episode 7. Go and check it out if you have not downloaded it yet.

Jessica is a qualified Master Clinical Aromatherapist with specialisations in Aromatherapy for Ante and PostNatal Care and Aromatherapy for Menopausal Women; and the creator behind Aromathérapie Co, a devoted instagram sharing all things aromatherapy and holistic wellness.

Jessica was on birth control for 15+ years. When she started thinking about coming off the pill she was getting no clear answers and was trying to find information and answers. No one was really telling her anything, so she took things into her own hands by doing her own research. She shares with us her journey and how it felt and looked like coming off the pill. She synced her nutrition, exercise and essential oils to help with the symptoms she was having and to help balance her hormones.

We talk about:
- Do you track your period?
 - When not to go jeans shopping
- Basal body temperature method
- Jessica & I share our personal stories with our cycles
- Inner critic/mindset thoughts related to your phase
- Fluid retention  & hormone levels
- Tracking your emotions is a good place to start

We talk about the 4 phases and what they look like:
- Menstrual phase
- Follicular phase
- Ovulation phase
- Luteal phase

If you would like to have a copy of Jessica's  Ebook- the one we talk about throughout this episode,  click on the link below:
 Essential Oils for your Menstrual Cycle | Nourishing your menstrual cycle naturally
https://stan.store/aromatherapieco/p/essential-oils-for-your-menstrual-cycle-4yjzx

If you would like to contact Jessica you can reach out to her on:
Instagram: @aromatherapie_co
Website: https://www.aromatherapieco.com

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We head to Minnesota for a chat with Val Kleinhans.
Val is a broadcaster and a podcast superstar. She currently has 4 podcasts:

@veryvogueval (fashion, pop culture & social media)
@onemorelightval (mental health)
@alloctavesval (musicians & music fans)
@chillingchatterval (paranormal & anything horror)

**This episode mentions suicide**
Lifeline Ph 13 11 14 - if you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress please call Lifeline. It is a 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention service.

Val shares her story with us and how she always wanted to work in radio and her dream came true becoming an on air radio host in Illinois. She started to see the politics of the industry, there was less creative freedom.  Val was told what to do, what to say and how long to say it for.  One day Val started to slur her words while she was on air because she became so nervous and anxious with what she was saying, she was so hyper focused on especially saying the radio stations name. 

Val then moved to a rock radio on air job in Minnesota - but quickly noticed the same problems were still there.  The constant criticism for even the smallest thing, unspoken rules, air checks. There was no encouragement. It became too much. Her self confidence and self esteem took a dive. Val had a breakdown, and shortly after this an anxiety attack and ended up in the ER. We also  talk about if you are stuck in a job or in a rut, how to get out of it.

If you would like to connect with Val you can find her on Instagram:
@valkleinhans

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I chat with Nova Gibson, an expert on narcissistic abuse, the founder of Brighter Outlook Narcissistic Abuse Counselling Service and the author of Fake Love - understanding and healing from narcissistic abuse.

Nova Gibson has helped thousands of people in their struggle to understand, extricate themselves and heal from toxic relationships and narcissistic abuse. Drawing on the expertise gained from a decade of working with clients and her global online community, Nova offers comfort, knowledge and powerful strategies to help you identify, navigate and survive this extremely covert, confusing - and dangerous - form of abuse.

The love of a narcissist is fake. It's a soul destroying realisation for every victim of narcissistic abuse, but even more damaging is finding yourself trapped and abused by the person who claims they love you. 

We talk about:
- If you are a child of a narcissist it is NOT your fault you are conditioned from the word go. This is your normal.
- I share my story of narcissistic relationships 
- Understand the process of how we get into these relationships
- The narcissistic abuse relationship | the cycle of abuse
- Being in a constant state of confusion
- Gaslighting/Projection
- Love Bombing
- Devaluation/Discard
- Triangulation

Read her book here - Fake Love
https://www.booktopia.com.au/fake-love-nova-gibson/book/9781460764336.html

If you would like to contact Nova you can contact her on:
Instagram: novas_narcissistabuse_recovery
TikTok: Novas nar recovery
Website: www.brighteroutlooknarcissisticabusecounselling.com.au

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