The Choosing Woo Podcast

In the last episode, I got to interview my partner Wil Thomas.

In this episode, the tables have turned and he interviews me... why, you ask?Well, it feels sad to be saying this, but this is the final episode of the choosing woo podcast... for now.

This episode was really beautiful as wil helps me to reflect on the 79 episodes and 43 guest interviews. He invites me to talk about my own journey over the past 3 and a half years (from letting go of nursing to then coming full circle and returning, to creating this podcast and everything in between) and I share some really funny (and slightly inappropriate) stories from my nursing career.

As I said in the episode, a huge thank you to all of the guests who took the time to be on the podcast and share their stories, a massive thank you too all listeners and people who will continue to tune in too.

This is me saying remember to keep choosing yourself and in doing so you keep opening yourself up to lifes magic. Thank you, Rachel x

The podcast will remain open for continued listening, please leave comments below of your thoughts on the book title and if you'd love to stay in touch or experience breathwork or the womens circle, you can find me below:

Restorative Rach, Breathwork & Yoga, Brisbane North | Restorative Rach*Music provided by Zapsplatt

In todays episode, I got to interview my partner Wil Thomas.

He shares his story of:

• Persevering, succeeding and then letting go of a career in musical theatre & as a jazz singer
• Realising that his perceived failures were actually just great lessons
• Doing the inner work on himself and becoming part of an amazing community
• Learning that it's OK to be a weirdo and that authenticity attracts the right people in life

It's a really honest, funny and interesting chat, that I hope you enjoy.

If you'd love to learn more about Wils business "Willy Mow It"

You can find the details on his website below:

Willy Mow It — Pre-Sale Garden Preparation Specialists*Music provided by Zapsplatt

I am so grateful for having the opportunity to have a great chat to the amazing Linda-Maree Conyard, we chatted about family constellations, her experience with unnecessary trauma in the health care system and subsequently her book that she has written about UNnecessary trauma, it is a fascinating conversation that I highly recommend listening to!

A little bit about Linda:

As one of Australia's leading pioneers advocating for socio-political trauma-sensitive change and informed responsiveness to UNnecessary trauma in the Health, Education, Justice and Government sectors, Linda recognises the transgenerational effect collective trauma has on our current society and this work is at the leading edge of healing and transformation.
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​She guides women toward embracing Freedom in all areas of their lives by showing them how to equip themselves to recognise, process and integrate experiences of UNnecessary trauma which are enslaving them in a life of repeating patterns stemming from unresolved trauma. We stop the unhealed past from hijacking the present.
Linda is a Gestalt therapist, family constellation facilitator, trauma recovery specialist, author, rational theorist and facilitator of collective healing.

How to get in touch with linda and link to her book:

Website: Home

Email: [email protected]

Her book "Unecessary Trauma" link:

UNnecessary Trauma

And if you'd like to become a found member as she mentioned here is the link:

 https://forms.fillout.com/t/67dN58crgKus

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I absolutely loved this conversation all about yoga getting to be inclusive and accessible with Kym Geier.

Kym is the founder of Sparkling Soul Yoga, an exercise physiologist, yoga teacher, and passionate advocate for using yoga to improve physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

With more than 25 years working in healthcare, including over a decade supporting people in mental health settings, Kym combines evidence-informed practice with the timeless wisdom of yoga. She is trained in vinyasa, yin, restorative, chair yoga, yoga for menopause, prenatal and yoga for mental health and trauma recovery, creating inclusive, accessible practices that meet people exactly where they are.

Through community classes, retreats, workshops, online programs, and her growing YouTube channel, Kym's mission is simple: to make yoga accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ability, experience, or circumstance, and to help people cultivate greater resilience, self-compassion, and connection in everyday life.

If you'd love to connect with Kym, you can find her below:

Website: www.sparklingsoulyoga.com.au

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@sparklingsoulyoga

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sparklingsoulyoga

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sparklingsoulyoga

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Today I chat with one of my closest friends Tyarra Nelson.

Tyarra and I met, when we bonded over the death of a huge loggerhead turtle and became instant friends.

While she may only be 29 years old, Tyarra has already lived a full and inspiring life.

She studied nutrition and has helped 100s of people as a body building dietician, she herself was a body builder and worked hard all of her 20s to build a very successful business alongside her then partner.

She openly shares that while this all ticked so many boxes, she was ready to live a life that felt more "her", so she quit her job and has moved to Canada, where she is travelling around in a van.

A truly inspiring and fascinating conversation!

If you'd love to follow along with Tyarras van life journey, you can find her at the link below:

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Today I got to chat with Helen McDougall, who is the founder of Loving Space Solutions and Authentic & Aligned Wellbeing Support, where she helps people create calmer homes and more aligned lives.

As a home transformation specialist, Helen has spent years helping clients reduce overwhelm by creating practical, functional spaces that are easier to live in and maintain.

More recently, she became a certified PSYCH-K®️ Facilitator, expanding her work to support clients in exploring the subconscious beliefs and patterns that can influence lasting change.

Whether she's transforming a home or supporting personal growth, Helen's approach combines practical action with a genuine curiosity about what helps people move forward with greater ease.

Our conversation is quite entertaining (I think) and Helens warm and endearing personality really shines through!

If you'd love to work with helen or find out more, you can visit the sites below:

Instagram: Instagram

Website: Loving Space Solutions*Music provided by Zapsplatt

In this episode, I’m chatting with Amanda Davis, who I decided to interview because I feel she embodies what choosing woo is all about, which is continually choosing to see the magic of life, being your authentic self and following your heart, which I believe has meant Amanda has lived a full and inspiring life.

Originally from the Uk, Amanda is now settled in North Brisbane, where she’s working on living a life that combines her skills from a professional career in marketing and IT, with a deep love of nature and wildlife, whilst maintaining a strong spiritual component in her daily life.

We’ll be talking about some of the many differentjobs Amanda’s had; from driving an ice cream van in New Orleans, to carrying out turtle surveys in Panama, to being a university lecturer, her experiences growing up in West Africa and Pacific Islands, working in and travelling to many different countries, and the challenges of being true to your values and keeping in good health, whilst also needing toearn a living.

You can see the kind of consultancy services Amanda’s currently providing atwww.greendatainsights.com.au

And if you'd love to sign up or find more details for the choosing woo group journey, you can find the details below:

Restorative Rach*Music provided by Zapsplatt

Our guest today is Donna Woodrow, though she feels most at home when called Don. Don is an Enneagram Practitioner, a Somatic Art Therapist, and the founder of The 9 Within.

Don spent seven years teaching the Enneagram alongside her sister and went on to serve as a Guide for the Enneagram Prison Project in the US, witnessing the system's power to create freedom on both sides of the bars.

Her path to this work was forged through a powerful journey of personal liberation, including a profound moment of waking up to her own personal power to exit a domestic violence relationship in her early twenties.

After an intentional 'kid-retirement' to nurture the attachment and development of her young son, Don has returned to her practice with a revolutionary approach: bridging the map of the Enneagram with the expressive, subconscious voice of Art Therapy.We have an incredbly insightful and honest conversation, if you'd love to find out more about dons work, you can follow the links below:

Website: The 9 Within | Enneagram Coaching & Art Therapy

Instagram: Instagram

If you'd love to find out your enneagram type, you can go to the link below:

The Enneagram Institute - The Enneagram Institute

And lastly, if you'd love to know more about the choosing woo group journey, you can go to the link below:

Restorative Rach

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This fortnights interview is with Holly Allen. She is the founder of Rest Massage Studio, a wellness and self-care space based in Brendale, Queensland.

What started as a passion for helping people slow down and reconnect with themselves has grown a space focused on relaxation, stress relief, nervous system support, and community connection.

With a background in massage therapy and a strong focus on wellbeing, Holly is passionate about changing the way people view self-care, to her, it's not a luxury but something that is essential.

Through Rest Massage Studio, she has created a welcoming space offering massage, yoga, meditation, workshops, and events designed to help people rest, reset, and feel supported.

We have a chat about Hollys journey to opening her studio, her experience with a medium reading (from me) and why she feels it's so freaking important to rest & take time for yourself.

If you'd love to find Hollys studio you can go to the below links:

www.restmassagestudio.com.au

www.instagram.com/rest.massage.studio

www.facebook.com/rest.massage.studio

And if you'd love to know more about the choosing woo group journey then you can find more details below:

Restorative Rach

In this episode, I sit down with Brian Caldwell-White for a really open and honest conversation about everything he’s been through. From trauma, mental health struggles, and relationship breakdowns to navigating a cancer diagnosis.

We talk about how those experiences shaped him, the role his rescue dog Barbara played in his healing, and why he started Barberras Botanicals and the Blether with Barberra podcast.

Brian also shares his experience working within the hospital system and how it changed his perspective on life, resilience, and people.

A raw and human conversation about struggle, hope, and rebuilding yourself when life takes an unexpected turn.

For more info on Berberras botanicals and the Blether with Barberra podcast, you can find all details below:

Blether with Barberra - Podcast - Apple PodcastsBarberras Botanicals LtdIf you'd love to join the choosing woo group journey, you can find more info below:

Restorative Rach*Music provided by Zapsplatt