Summary

Dan shares his personal journey with alopecia and the impact it had on his life. He discusses his relationship with his wife and how they met, as well as the challenges they faced together. Dan also talks about the importance of creating compassionate spaces in the beauty industry and his own experiences with toxic positivity.

He opens up about the trauma he experienced and how it may have triggered his alopecia. Dan shares his journey of acceptance and finding support from others with alopecia.

Baldilocks is a project aimed at helping people with hair loss regain their confidence and reconnect with themselves. It includes a close shave service at a barbershop, as well as a spa experience for both men and women. The project emphasizes the importance of acceptance, self-care, and community support in dealing with hair loss. It also addresses the impact of hair loss on mental health and the need for more inclusive spaces in the beauty industry. Baldilocks is a movement that aims to provide support, acceptance, and compassion for individuals with hair loss, particularly those with alopecia.

The founder, Dan, shares his personal journey with alopecia and how it inspired him to create a safe and inclusive space for others. The Baldilocks spa day experience helps individuals regain their confidence and feel at one with themselves. Dan's vision for Baldilocks includes offering accreditation and training for beauticians and salons to create compassionate spaces for people with hair loss. The goal is to build a community that supports healing and acceptance.

Keywords

alopecia, personal journey, relationships, trauma, compassion, beauty industry, toxic positivity, acceptance, support, hair loss, confidence, acceptance, barbershop, spa, self-care, community support, mental health, beauty industry, Baldilocks, alopecia, hair loss, support, acceptance, compassion, spa day, confidence, accreditation, training, community

Takeaways

You can can find Dan on Instagram @baldilocks.me

Website is www.baldilocks.me

A massive thank you to The Female Boss Awards for sponsoring this Podcast.

You can find them on instagram @thefemalebossawards and their website is www.thefemalebossawards.co.uk

Summary

In this conversation, Angie Monroe interviews Paige Ranger, an aesthetics practitioner and hairdresser. They discuss Paige's background, including her childhood and early aspirations. Paige shares her journey into the beauty industry and her passion for aesthetics. They also touch on the importance of building relationships with clients and the emotional impact of their work. The conversation concludes with a discussion about coping with loss and the importance of loving what you do. Pagie shares her journey of building her business in the aesthetics industry and the challenges she faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and staying true to oneself. Paige also discusses the significance of having a supportive network and being loyal to loved ones. She encourages individuals to believe in themselves and not be afraid to be different. Pagie shares her passion for aesthetics and the satisfaction she gets from helping others gain confidence. She concludes by urging people to stay positive, avoid negativity, and always strive for personal growth.

Keywords

aesthetics, hairdressing, passion, relationships, emotions, loss, love what you do, aesthetics industry, hard work, dedication, support network, loyalty, belief in oneself, positivity, personal growth

Takeaways

You find Paige on instagram @aesthetics_by_Paige_ranger

This Podcast is Sponsored by The Female Boss Awards, you can find them on instagram @thefemalebossawards

Trigger Warning- Contents subject's of surgery, weight loss and trauma.

Summary

In this conversation, Dolly discusses her early memories, her struggles with mental health, her relationship with her grandparents and her father, her journey with weight loss and body image, and her experience with weight loss surgery. She also talks about therapy, self-identity, and self-love. Dolly shares her personal experiences and challenges, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and self-acceptance. Dolly discusses her experience with food addiction, weight loss surgery, and the importance of addressing the underlying addiction. She also talks about her relationship with food after surgery and the concept of transfer addiction. Dolly shares her journey of overcoming bullying and how it has shaped her into a stronger person. She emphasizes the importance of having a support system and surrounding yourself with good people. Dolly also discusses the impact of online trolling and shares coping mechanisms for dealing with it. In this final part of the conversation, Dolly discusses how she handles negative comments online and shares a story about standing up to a troll. She also talks about the importance of having a support system, whether it's family, friends, or even the postman. Dolly opens up about her relationship with her aunt, who took her under her wing and became like a mother to her. She shares some of the wisdom her aunt has imparted, including the importance of not letting negative opinions hold any value in her life. Dolly also talks about her love for singing and her struggle with performing in front of others. She expresses her desire to pursue singing and hopes to find her niche on social media. The conversation takes a lighthearted turn as Dolly and the Angie discuss their shared love for cats and the idea of doing a podcast in a bathroom. They end the conversation by reflecting on their unique quirks and the importance of embracing their true selves.

Keywords

Dolly podcast, early memories, mental health, grandparents, father, weight loss, body image, weight loss surgery, therapy, self-identity, self-love, food addiction, weight loss surgery, transfer addiction, binge eating disorder, relationship with food, support system, bullying, online trolling, coping mechanisms, negative comments, support system, family, friends, aunt, wisdom, singing, social media, niche, cats, podcast, quirks, true self

Takeaways

You can find Dolly on instagram @missdollymay

This episode is sponsored by The Female Boss Awards, entires are still open, you can find them on instagram @thefemalebossawards

Summary

In this conversation, Russell and Angie discuss various topics including their recent experiences, Russell's mountain climb, and the podcast. They also touch on Angie's perimenopause and the challenges it presents in their relationship. Russell reflects on the different guests he has had on the podcast, including Diane who talked about menopause and Jake who worked on submarines. In this conversation, Angie Monroe and Russell discuss various topics including Angie's recent podcast episodes, her sponsors, and their plans for the future. They also touch on the challenges of social media and the growth of the podcast. Angie shares her excitement for upcoming guests and the potential for a new studio location. They end the conversation by encouraging listeners to like and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube.

Keywords conversation, experiences, mountain climb, podcast, perimenopause, menopause, submarines, podcast, episodes, sponsors, future plans, social media, growth, guests, studio location, YouTube

Takeaways

]Sound Bites

The Talking Tradesman

@thetalkingtradesman

Sponsors

The Female Boss Awards

The awards are 15th September 2024, entries are still open.

@thefemalebossawards

Summary

In this podcast episode, Angie Monroe interviews Diane Porterfield-Bourne, a menopause nurse practitioner, about her career and the symptoms and treatment of menopause. Diane shares her experience of working in different countries and how she became interested in menopause care. She discusses the common symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes, night sweats, reduced confidence, increased anxiety, poor sleep, aches and pains, joint stiffness, and brain fog. Diane emphasizes the importance of communication and support from family members during this time. She also explains the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in managing menopause symptoms and addresses the impact of menopause on libido and vaginal dryness. In this conversation, Angie Monroe and Diane Bourne discuss various aspects of menopause and its impact on women's health. They cover topics such as the importance of seeking medical advice, the possibility of having a hysterectomy, the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), common myths about menopause, the effects of menopause on mental health, and the support available for women with neurodiversities. Diane emphasises the need for qualified medical professionals and encourages women to seek the right support and treatment for their symptoms.

Takeaways

You can find Diane at;

www.bourne2care.co.uk

Instagram, facebook and Linkedin

@bourne2care

A special thank you to our sponsors, The Female Boss Awards, who's awards event will be taking place on the 15th September 2024.

If you are in the Hair, Beauty, Aesthetics, SPMU and Business you can still enter, simply head on over to their website.

www.thefemalebossawards.co.uk

Instagram and Facebook

@thefemalebossawards

Summary

In this episode, Angie Monroe interviews Chelsea Askey, a hairdresser from the Isle of Wight. Chelsea shares her experiences growing up, being naughty, and feeling the need to fit in. She discusses her passion for hairdressing and her transition from being employed to self-employed. Chelsea also talks about the challenges she faced in the salon industry, including competition and bitchiness. She highlights the importance of self-acceptance and not comparing oneself to others on social media. Chelsea's achievements include becoming a teacher and overcoming her academic struggles. Overall, she emphasizes the importance of hard work and dedication in pursuing one's passion. In this conversation, Angie Monroe discusses her achievements and recognition in the hairdressing industry, including winning awards and becoming a judge and ambassador. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and recognition in the industry. Angie also talks about her decision to move to a new location and her future goals and aspirations, including opening her own salon and continuing to run her academy. She shares advice for those starting out in hairdressing and highlights the importance of believing in oneself. Angie also mentions her sponsorship of the awards and the excitement of meeting other inspirational women.

Takeaways

You can find Chelsea Askey on Instagram @askeychelsea

Summary

Angie Monroe announces her decision to relocate her salon and discusses the reasons behind it. She explains the limitations of her current location and the desire to expand her business. Angie reveals the new premises, highlighting the improved facilities and convenience for clients. She discusses the support and concerns from her partner and the importance of trusting her gut feelings. The new location in Longbridge, Birmingham is described, along with its amenities and accessibility. Angie invites her clients to visit the new salon and promises to keep pricing the same for existing clients.

Takeaways

Trigger warning, this episode contains drug related issues and additions

Summary

This conversation explores the impact of a brother's drug addiction on the speaker's childhood and the subsequent challenges she faced. The speaker shares her experiences of anxiety and worry, as well as the emotional toll of her brother's actions on her family. She also discusses the discovery of a half-sister in America and the positive relationships she has formed with her siblings. The conversation delves into toxic relationships and the speaker's journey to becoming a mother. It concludes with the speaker's current relationship with her father and the importance of accepting people for who they are. This conversation explores the journey of Sophie, who has overcome addiction, trauma, and self-doubt to find her purpose and success. The chapters cover topics such as acceptance and generational differences, realization of drug and alcohol addiction, dealing with sleep paralysis, supporting a friend in grief, toxic relationships, finding purpose and self-acceptance, effects of trauma on relationships, starting over, discovering passion and career change, overcoming bulimia and self-abuse, winning an award and building a supportive network, the power of mindset and gratitude, and future plans of helping others.

Takeaways

You can find Sophie on Instagram

@soph.london.beauty