Trigger warning for sexual assault and domestic abuse. We understand this is a difficult subject so if this episode isn't for you we won't be offended if you don't want to listen.

We're talking candidly about our past experiences and how we found our power and our voices. Shame belongs to the person that caused harm, and not with you. You have the power.

It's taken us both time to heal, and to get to a place where we can speak confidently on this difficult subject. If you're experiencing any of the issues we've raised there is help available, and there is a way out.

This link provides several resources for urgent mental health care: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/find-help/i-need-urgent-help/

Alongside our usual tangents, we’re discussing that little thingcalled envy.

When that green-eyed monster pops up, it’s ok to protect ourpeace. Self-criticism, comparing yourself to others, wanting what others have – this is natural, and it’s ok to mute or unfollow if you’re not feeling the joy.

It’s hard to remember that we don’t see everything on socialmedia. Someone can appear to have the perfect life, but that’s simply not true. They have their own struggles, their own green-eyed monster, but they’re choosing not to show that side of themselves.

We also talk about the strange world we’re living in rightnow, how this can affect us, and what we’re doing to keep the joy in our lives.

Remember, if you need to feel some joy, just shake thoselatatsas!

Please remember that we aren't mental health experts, and if you found any of these subjects triggering please seek professional help.

Trigger warning, we do briefly discuss abuse towards the end of the episode. We understand this can be triggering so please skip this part if you need to.

In this episode, Mimi & Sammie dive into the real meaning of feminine and masculine energy - beyond the buzzwords and aesthetics. 
We chat about what it actually looks like to live in alignment with your feminine flow and your masculine drive, how so many women end up stuck in wounded patterns (hello burnout, control, and frustration), and how reconnecting to the body changes everything.
Hustle culture disconnects women from their bodies, whilst structure can feel supportive rather than restrictive - let’s explore how sensuality and sexuality aren’t things you force, they awaken when the body feels safe.
Expect honest conversation and yes… a few tangents along the way! This is one for the woman who’s done pushing, done performing, and ready to come home to herself.

The weight loss jab is everywhere - and for many women, it feels like a tempting answer in a busy, pressured season of life.In this episode, we explore the injections with nuance and care: where they may feel helpful, and what’s worth considering for long-term female health.

We talk appetite suppression, under-eating, stress hormones and our own experiences with the ‘all hail skinny’ mindset. This isn’t about judgement or fear. It’s about informed choice, rebuilding self-trust around food, and what actually supports sustainable strength and wellbeing - small habits, compassion, and consistency.

Body/food struggles don’t have to be the norm - for a free call to discuss how Thriving Woman can support you, click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoEaGA7i6J8DA6HLex1Lzg1XpClf03Rr9ZWUZsifv8ZfccSQ/viewform?usp=send_form

We’re fresh off the Magnetise Her dance workshop and still riding the BUZZ. This episode is high-energy, honest, and grounding all at once.
We chat about clothing sizes, why numbers don’t get to define your worth, and how to let go of tying confidence to labels. Real talk, good laughs, and the kind of reminders that help you feel lighter and more at home in your body.
If you want a lift in your mood and a reset in how you see yourself, press play.

January is… a lot.
New year, new you? New goals. New pressure. New exhaustion by week two.
In this episode, we’re gently binning the New Year hype and talking about why January might not be the time to overhaul your life after all. Instead, we explore the idea of coming home to yourself - tuning into your body, your energy, and what actually feels supportive right now.
This episode is your permission slip to slow down, soften, and do things differently.
Less pressure.
More trust.
And a much kinder way to begin the year ❤️
Join us at the Magnetise HER dance workshop 💃🏼
Tickets here: https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.arketa.co%2Fsammiebfitness%2Fcheckout%2Fygcul6558z5HXQi95XLj&data=05%7C02%7Cmimirichardson%40utilita.co.uk%7Cb7cb4cd49ab444acd37108de4bcfe717%7Ca3c5960597cd43bc8505bffa3ccac4aa%7C0%7C0%7C639031553483738063%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CW%2BH6gHr5p%2B57bDBLfSDraNJPQSrlw6JVHBXmfBMgA8%3D&reserved=0

We're all going to be facing the food pressures over the Christmas holidays. Does that feeling of overindulging really serves us? Remember the power of the pause - be kind to yourself, push Nigel and Patrick away, the power really is in your hands!

Happy Christmas everyone!

Note from Mimi - we recorded remotely so my sound isn't great in some parts, we'll be recording together again soon so please bear with!

Why does a body shape need to be a trend? Is enhancing your body going to make you happier? Let's celebrate those wise lines, the laughter lines, those parts of us we love, and let's ignore Nigel and Patrick, those voices inside that don't let us thrive! 

For a deeper transformation click here to work with Sammie https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoEaGA7i6J8DA6HLex1Lzg1XpClf03Rr9ZWUZsifv8ZfccSQ/viewform

Welcome to episode one of The Thriving Women Podcast! In this episode you'll get to know a little bit about us, our backgrounds, and what brought us together. We talk about our own experiences and feelings, and we get a little deep.