With Danielle Collins

This week on The Face Yoga Expert Podcast, I am joined by the wonderful Persia Lawson.

Persia is a relationship coach, speaker, author and television expert who helps people create healthier, happier and more fulfilling relationships. Drawing on both her professional expertise and her own powerful personal journey, Persia supports people in transforming relationship patterns, deepening self-worth and creating meaningful, lasting love. She is also known for her work in the media and is currently working on a new television show focused on relationships and human connection.

In this inspiring, honest and deeply insightful conversation, Persia shares her personal story alongside practical advice for creating healthy relationships, whether you are single, dating or in a long-term partnership.

• The television show Persia is currently working on and what she has learned from the couples she has worked with.

• Growing up in a family affected by addiction and how her childhood experiences shaped her views on love and relationships.

• Her past experiences as a serial cheater and self-described love addict, and how she completely transformed her life.

• The Five Love Languages and how understanding yours can help strengthen your relationships.

• How to identify the core values you need within a relationship and why these can be a guide to creating lasting love.

• Why freedom is essential within a healthy relationship.

• How to stay connected to yourself and avoid losing your identity when you fall in love.

• Dating advice for those who are single and how taking things back to basics can help you meet people more authentically.

• Why it takes a village to create and sustain a successful relationship.

• Manifesting love and the unique relationship challenges often experienced by successful women and leaders.

• Persia’s wellness routines, mindset practices and advice for creating healthier connections in every area of life.

In this epsiode's introduction, I also share details of my latest Face Yoga programme, 3 Step Face Yoga for a Smooth Forehead & Lifted Eyes.

This simple and effective course contains ten targeted classes and two bonus masterclasses designed to help smooth forehead lines, lift the eye area naturally, reduce tension and create a more refreshed appearance. Each class takes you through three carefully chosen Face Yoga techniques that are easy to fit into your daily routine and fit around even the busiest lifestyle.

Website: https://persialawson.com

Instagram: @persialawson

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This week on The Face Yoga Expert Podcast, I am joined by the wonderful Dr Rhona Eskander.

Rhona is an award-winning dentist, entrepreneur, author, speaker and wellness advocate. She is passionate about helping people improve not only their oral health but also their overall wellbeing. Through her work, Rhona combines science, education and a holistic approach to health, empowering people to understand the powerful connections between the mouth, body and mind.

In this inspiring and honest conversation, we talk about so much more than teeth.

Rhona shares her family history and her experience of growing up in an immigrant family, along with the lessons this taught her about resilience, ambition and creating opportunities.

We also discuss her fertility journey, the challenges she faced along the way and her experience of becoming a mother, including navigating the emotions and realities of a premature birth with her son. Rhona speaks openly about both the joys and challenges of motherhood and how becoming a parent has shaped her personally and professionally.

As two female entrepreneurs, we also dive into business, discussing the mindset shifts, lessons and practical tips that have helped us build successful businesses whilst maintaining our wellbeing.

Of course, we also explore oral health and the fascinating connection between our teeth, facial muscles and overall wellness. Rhona shares the essential oral care basics that everyone should know, as well as insights into the mind-body connection and how our habits, stress levels and lifestyle can impact our oral health.

In this episode we discuss:

• Rhona’s family history and upbringing in an immigrant family

• Her fertility struggles and journey to motherhood

• Navigating a premature birth and the realities of motherhood

• Female entrepreneurship and business lessons

• Practical business tips for wellness entrepreneurs

• The foundations of good oral health

• The connection between facial muscles, teeth and overall wellbeing

• The mind-body connection and oral health

• Why nose breathing is so important for healthy teeth and facial development

• Muscle function, posture and their impact on oral health

• Wellness routines, rituals and daily habits

• Rhona’s top tip for finding more inner peace

I also share details of my new course, 3 Step Face Yoga for a Smooth Forehead & Lifted Eyes, including what you’ll learn inside and how it can help you naturally smooth forehead lines, lift the eye area and reduce tension in the upper face.

Connect with Dr Rhona Eskander

Website: www.drrhonaeskander.com

Instagram: @drrhonaeskander

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Website: www.faceyogaexpert.com

Instagram: @faceyogaexpert

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This week, I am chatting to my friend Poppy Delbridge.

Poppy is an author, coach and speaker and a leading expert in emotional transformation, human behaviour and personal growth. She is the creator of Rapid Tapping® and has helped thousands of people worldwide break free from limiting beliefs, reduce stress and unlock more of their potential. Through her work, books, speaking and coaching, she empowers people to create lasting change from the inside out.

In this inspiring conversation, Poppy shares insights from her new book, Unlock Your Power, which explores how we can move beyond unconscious patterns and reconnect with the confidence, wisdom and strength that already exist within us.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The invisible mind patterns that keep us playing small

• Why we all have far more power within us than we realise

• How to identify and overcome limiting beliefs

• The connection between mindset, emotions and success

• Balancing motherhood, business and personal growth

• Why growth isn’t always about pushing harder

• How to access the parts of yourself that already hold the answers

• Practical ways to create meaningful change in your life

Poppy’s approach is refreshing because it reminds us that transformation doesn’t have to come from striving, forcing or doing more. Instead, it often comes from removing the blocks that prevent us from accessing the confidence, clarity and potential that are already there.

Whether you’re looking to grow your business, improve your wellbeing or simply feel more empowered in your everyday life, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.

Website: https://www.poppydelbridge.com

Instagram: @poppydelbridge

Book: Unlock Your Power

If you’d like to smooth forehead lines, gently lift the eye area and learn simple techniques you can do in just a few minutes a day, take a look at my new course:

3 Step Face Yoga for a Smooth Forehead & Lifted Eyes 

https://www.faceyogaexpert.com/3-step-face-yoga-for-a-smooth-forehead-and-lifted-eyes

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What does it really take to build a successful wellness business without sacrificing your wellbeing along the way?

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by entrepreneur, facilitator and wellness leader Sama Trinder for a deeply inspiring conversation about business, burnout, healing and creating a life that feels aligned from the inside out.

Sama shares her personal story, including one of the lowest points in her life and how she transformed her challenges into a powerful catalyst for growth, healing and purpose. We explore how she went on to create and lead multiple wellness-focused businesses, including the beautiful Bingham Riverhouse in Richmond, London.

We talk about what it means to be an entrepreneur in the wellness space today, how to balance feminine and masculine energies in business, and why sustainable success starts with inner alignment rather than constant striving.

Sama also shares her insights on energy work, yoga, sound, music, movement and joy, as well as the daily rituals that help her stay grounded, present and connected.

Whether you’re building a wellness business, growing a personal brand or simply looking for inspiration to create more peace and purpose in your life, this conversation is full of wisdom and practical takeaways.

Sama Trinder is an entrepreneur and facilitator who creates spaces, experiences and opportunities that help driven people heal burnout, reclaim presence and cultivate more peace, love and sustainable joy. She is the owner of the wonderful Bingham Riverhouse in London.

Through her work across hospitality, wellness and transformational experiences, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves and create meaningful, purpose-led lives and businesses.

https://www.samatrinder.com/  https://www.binghamriverhouse.com/ https://www.instagram.com/samatrinder/

Connect with Danielle

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Together, we can create businesses, communities and lives that are rooted in wellbeing, purpose and sustainable success.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “I have so much to be grateful for, so why do I still feel stressed, overwhelmed or disconnected?”

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by educator, mentor, advisor and coach Emma Osborne-Gannon for a fascinating conversation about success, stress, wellbeing and what it really means to thrive in today’s world.

So many women are achieving incredible things in their careers, businesses and personal lives, yet underneath the surface they are exhausted, constantly striving and struggling to find a sense of peace. Emma shares why this happens and how we can begin redefining success and excellence from the inside out.

We explore the importance of understanding our inner architecture, calming the nervous system and developing self-leadership so that we can feel good not only on the outside, but deep within ourselves too.

We also discuss the next generation and how we can support children and teenagers to grow up with healthier definitions of success, stronger emotional wellbeing and greater self-awareness.

Whether you’re a parent, business owner, professional, educator or simply someone looking to feel more balanced and fulfilled, this episode is full of practical wisdom and thought-provoking insights.

Emma Osborne-Gannon is an educator, mentor, advisor and coach who helps individuals, families and organisations create healthier, more sustainable ways of living, learning and leading. Her work focuses on self-leadership, emotional wellbeing, nervous system regulation and empowering people to thrive from the inside out.

https://www.instagram.com/emmaosbornegannon/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmaosbornegannon/   https://www.emmaosbornegannon.com/

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Together, we can create more wellbeing, more self-awareness and more inner peace for ourselves and the next generation.

What if you had to start your business again from zero in 2026? What would you do differently, what would you prioritise, and what really matters in today’s changing business world?

In this solo episode of The Face Yoga Expert Podcast, I’m sharing the five biggest things I would focus on if I were building a business from scratch today. After growing an international wellness brand over the last 20 years, there are certain lessons I know I would take with me straight away.

This episode is for you whether you’re starting a brand new business, growing something already established, or simply wanting to create more freedom, impact and alignment in the work you do.

I talk about why creating long-term assets can be more powerful than only trading time for money, why understanding what the market truly wants is essential, and how to use AI in a supportive way without losing the heart and soul of your business.

I also share why adding real value to people’s lives should always be at the centre of what you do, and why in 2026 and beyond, creating meaningful experiences, not just services, will become more important than ever.

In this episode, I share:

If you’re building a business, growing your personal brand, or wanting to create work that feels aligned, impactful and sustainable, this episode is packed with honest insights and practical shifts.

For more on Face Yoga, wellness, business and holistic living, visit faceyogaexpert.com.

 This week on The Face Yoga Expert Podcast, I am joined by Farah Bashir, founder of Sachi Skin, to talk about a completely different way to understand your skin.

Instead of focusing on traditional “skin types”, Farah explains why we should think about our skin in terms of “skin states” and how this can completely change the way we care for our skin, health and wellbeing.

In this fascinating and insightful conversation, Farah shares her personal skin journey, the inspiration behind creating Sachi Skin, and how she blends ancient wisdom and Ayurvedic-inspired rituals with modern dermal science.

We also explore the importance of lifestyle, stress management, wellness rituals and inner peace when it comes to healthy, glowing skin.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why the idea of “skin states” is more helpful than “skin types”
• The four skin states and how to identify yours
• How lifestyle and stress affect your skin
• Farah’s personal skin challenges and healing journey
• The inspiration behind building Sachi Skin
• The importance of good skincare and barrier support
• Wellness rituals and habits for healthy skin
• Tips for inner peace, calm and nervous system support
• Blending traditional wisdom with modern skin science

About Farah Bashir

Farah Bashir is the founder of Sachi Skin, a skincare brand known for combining advanced dermal science with traditional healing philosophies and holistic wellness. Passionate about skin health, education and inclusivity, Farah created Sachi Skin to help people better understand and support their skin through every stage and state.

Connect with Farah and Sachi Skin:

Website: Sachi Skin
Instagram: @sachiskin

My Face Yoga for Dream Skin & Beauty Sleep Course:

This soothing self-study course includes seven calming Face Yoga, facial massage and relaxation videos designed to help you support glowing skin and deeper sleep naturally.

£21 with lifetime access.

Face Yoga for Dream Skin & Beauty Sleep Course

You can connect with me here:

Website: Face Yoga Expert
Instagram: @faceyogaexpert
YouTube: Face Yoga Expert YouTube Channel

This week’s short solo episode of the podcast is all about the simple habits I stopped doing in my 40s which have genuinely made a big difference to my face, skin and overall wellbeing naturally.

At 44, and after over 20 years of teaching Face Yoga, I truly believe that often it’s the small daily habits we change consistently which create the biggest long-term results for our skin, facial muscles and posture.

In this episode, I share the four things I stopped doing to improve my face naturally:

• Clenching my jaw
• Rushing my skincare
• Overusing facial expressions
• Poor posture

I explain exactly how these habits can contribute to jaw tension, expression lines, neck tightness, skin ageing and facial asymmetry, plus the simple, realistic ways I changed them in my daily life.

This episode is packed with easy holistic beauty and Face Yoga tips which you can start using immediately without spending lots of time or money. If you love natural skincare, facial massage, wellness habits and gentle anti-ageing techniques, this episode is for you.

I also share why slowing down your skincare routine, improving posture and relaxing facial tension can help support healthier looking skin, softer expression lines and a more lifted, radiant appearance naturally.

Shop my Fusion by Danielle Collins skincare range here: 

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In this short solo episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful part of my daily routine — the crystals I keep on my desk every day to support my energy, focus and calm.

These are all easy-to-use crystals that are widely available, so you can gently and realistically bring them into your own routine without it feeling complicated or overwhelming. Whether you’re working, running a business, looking after your family or simply wanting to feel more balanced, these everyday crystals can be beautiful tools to support your mind, body and wellbeing.

I talk through the 7 crystals I personally use in my workspace — rose quartz, clear quartz, selenite, turquoise, sunstone, citrine and carnelian — and how each one supports different areas of emotional wellbeing, mental clarity, positive energy and productivity.

For me, these crystals act as small, consistent anchors throughout the day. They help me stay grounded, calm and focused, while also bringing in more positive energy, confidence and clarity into my work and daily life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

This episode is all about simple, natural wellness tools that fit into your real life — no overwhelm, just small, consistent practices that can make a big difference over time.

If you’re interested in crystals for beginners, how to use crystals, or ways to bring more calm, clarity and positive energy into your day, this is a beautiful place to start.

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Connect with me at faceyogaexpert.com 

In this solo episode, I’m sharing the four simple fashion rules I follow every spring to help me feel good in my mind and body, while still feeling effortlessly stylish.

As a busy mum and business owner, I need my wardrobe to feel comfortable, practical and easy, but also elevated, feminine and confidence-boosting. Over the years, I’ve found that having a few simple seasonal style rules makes getting dressed each day feel effortless and even supports my overall wellbeing.

In this episode, I talk you through:

These small shifts not only simplify your wardrobe but also help you feel more aligned, energised and confident in your everyday life.

Why This Matters:
What we wear doesn’t just affect how we look, it influences how we feel. Choosing colours, textures and styles that support your comfort, movement and mood can have a powerful effect on your confidence, energy and overall wellness.

Links & Resources:

Face Yoga For Dream Skin & Beauty Sleep (Course) 

https://www.faceyogaexpert.com/face-yoga-for-dream-skin-and-beauty-sleep
Support your skin, sleep and overall wellbeing with my guided evening routine — designed to help you wake up looking refreshed, lifted and glowing.

Fusion by Danielle Collins Pro Replenish Overnight Balm

https://shop.faceyogaexpert.com/products/fusion-by-danielle-collins-pro-replenish-overnight-balm
A deeply nourishing overnight balm with organic plant oils, vitamins A, C & E and essential fatty acids to hydrate, repair and rejuvenate your skin while you sleep.

Connect with Me:

Instagram: @faceyogaexpert
YouTube: Face Yoga Expert
Website: faceyogaexpert.com