Best Katie On The Couch Podcasts (2025)

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The Birds, The Bees, and The Roblox | Ep 9 26:21

19d ago26:21

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Sasha and Nebulous tackle the often awkward and hilarious world of talking to their kids about sex, contrasting their own very different upbringings. Highlights: - Nebulous's surprisingly laissez-faire upbringing regarding sex on TV despite having Asian parents. - Sasha's self-imposed role as the household angel while she was growing up. - The surp…

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The Case of the Golden Arm Hair | Ep 8 25:16

26d ago25:16

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Sasha and Nebulous Niang discuss the unexpected challenges of re-entering relationships after long periods of being single. Highlights: - Sasha's experience with "minor conflicts" with minor disagreements after years of peaceful solitude. - Nebulous's insights on male/female communication styles from her unique perspective. - Mind-reading in relati…

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Beatboxing Nuns, Lesbian Alphabets: the Melbourne International Comedy Festival! | Ep 7 28:23

1M ago28:23

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Sasha and Nebulous bring the Comedy and Custody Podcast to the MICF 2025, sharing their hilarious and heartfelt experiences from the festival floor.In this episode, the comedians chat about: - The Birth of Never Date a Comedian: How a last-minute venue booking turned into a global sensation! - Melbourne’s Queer Comedy Scene 🌈: A refreshing contrast…

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Olga Koch on the Couch: The stripper ACTUALLY loves me | Ep. 6 31:19

2M ago31:19

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In Part 2 of Sasha and Nebulous' interview with Olga, the comedians chat about: - The Illusion of Intimacy in Peformance: even Comedians fall for it! - Does Olga's interaction with Nebulous the Lesbian Robot count towards her PhD in Human Computer Interactions? :thinking_face::robot_face: - Morally Neutral Comedy - is it Good or Bad that Olga Koch …

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#209 39:27

2M ago39:27

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It's time to say goodbye 1:07

2M ago1:07

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I am saying goodbye. Why? I started this podcast as at that time there wasn't really anyone in the podcast space focusing on the feeding stories. But now there is. Bigger podcasts have picked up on this important topic. Podcasts who had previously started and dropped off, have once again picked up and are telling these stories... AND I am so thrill…

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Olga Koch on the Couch: Statistically Significant Bisexual | Ep.5 33:07

2M ago33:07

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Sasha and Nebulous kidnap Russian-British comedian Olga Koch (@kolga300) from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, just to fangirl at her for a full hour! Catch her latest special, Olga Koch Comes From Money, 9pm at Melbourne Town Hall from 27 Mar to 20 Apr! https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/olga-koch-comes-from-money/ In Part …

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Millenials, Modems, and Makeup | Ep 4 23:35

2M ago23:35

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Welcome back to "Comedy and Custody," your cozy corner with Sasha Frank and Nebulous Niang! Grab your favorite beverage and get ready to dive into a world of laughter, heartbreak, and the quirky realities of modern dating. **In this episode:** - Sasha and Nebulous share their stories about growing up, from the challenges of teenage years to the hil…

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Nandi: midwife, doula, mother: what three births taught me about breastfeeding 58:34

2M ago58:34

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In this episode I’m joined by Nandi—a midwife, doula, and Hypnobirthing educator based in Sweden. But beyond her professional expertise Nandi is also a mother of three—an 18-year-old daughter and two sons, aged 10 and 6—all of whom were breastfed, though each journey looked very different. From struggling with painful latching and early formula sup…

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Katy Perry is a Very Famous Robot 🤖⭐ | Ep 3 23:07

3M ago23:07

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🎙️ Welcome back to "Comedy and Custody," the podcast where Sasha Frank and Nebulous Niang serve up laughter, insights, and the relatable chaos of modern life. Grab a cup of your favorite tea (or coffee) and settle in for another quirky, heartwarming chat. In this episode: We celebrate the (sometimes bumpy) milestone of turning 40 and chat about wha…

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Bria: What if breastfeeding wasn’t just about nourishment, but about connection, resilience, and even defiance? 1:06:56

3M ago1:06:56

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Today, I’m joined by Bria—a mother of two, living in Grenada in the West Indies—who has embraced breastfeeding as more than just feeding. From her first-ever public feed on the London Underground to nursing a four-year-old despite outside opinions, Bria has navigated her journey with strength and conviction. She shares how witnessing women breastfe…

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My Prestigious Lesbian Internship | Ep 2 21:28

3M ago21:28

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🎙️ Welcome back to "Comedy and Custody", your cozy corner with Sasha Frank and Nebulous Niang! Grab your favorite beverage and get ready to dive into a world of laughter, heartbreak, and quirky realities of modern dating. In this episode: We dive headfirst into the ever-evolving world of dating, exploring our experiences with dating apps and romant…

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At Least It's Not Gregorian Chant | Ep 1 26:01

3M ago26:01

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🎙️ Welcome to "Comedy and Custody," where we, Sasha Frank and Nebulous Niang, invite you to grab a cup of coffee and join us on the sofa for a hilarious and heartfelt chat. In this episode: We celebrate our 20-year (*cough* 2.5 years) friendship filled with laughter, trauma, and uncontrollable yawns. Discover the secret formula for comedy: *Genuine…

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Claire: Feeding twins, raising 5 & training as a midwife: The journey through NICU, sepsis & postpartum exhaustion and depression 1:02:23

3M ago1:02:23

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In this episode Claire joins me; a mum of five and midwife, whose feeding journeys have been anything but straightforward. After breastfeeding her first baby with ease for a year, she assumed it would be the same with the rest—but life had other plans. When her second baby needed surgery just days after birth, she found herself expressing around th…

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Mel - Many off putting messages, yet breastfeeding and bed sharing for 18 months as she trusted herself deeply 58:04

4M ago58:04

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I’m joined today by Mel, who takes us through how she navigated early struggles when her milk took almost a week to come in, and the overwhelming pressure from professionals to supplement with formula. A lactation consultant even told her she might never be able to breastfeed at all as her boobs were too small– so how did these seeds of doubt impac…

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Sophie Walker: Three Babies, Three Journeys: Breastfeeding, Sleep Deprivation & Trusting Yourself 43:06

4M ago43:06

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In today’s episode, I have a special guest—someone you probably already know and love. Sophie Walker, the incredible founder and host of Australian Birth Stories, joins me to share her personal breastfeeding journey. With a Master’s in Public Health, Sophie is passionate about helping pregnant women and their support teams actively prepare for birt…

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#205 Let's break the cycle of fear and lack 54:44

4M ago54:44

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Alright, let’s get into it. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the messy, confronting, and absolutely necessary work of mastering your mind. We’re talking about mindset, self-awareness, and the sneaky ways our inner fears and negative thoughts run the show—unless we call them out. I’ll unpack why shadow work is non-negotiable, how your thoughts …

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#204 What if your mind is running the show… and you don't even realize it? 1:03:15

4M ago1:03:15

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Ever feel like you’re stuck in the same cycles, reacting the same way, living on autopilot? In this episode, we crack open the truth about self-awareness, personal responsibility, and the journey to inner peace. Lunaria Gaia takes you deep into the patterns of the conditioned mind—the sneaky ways the ego keeps us small—and how to break free. She sh…

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Hannah - Breastfeeding her second baby through critical illness and unimaginable loss. Feeling the love, hope and forever bond from being able to breastfeed. 1:06:12

4M ago1:06:12

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Content Warning: This episode of The Feeding Couch discusses baby loss and the emotional journey of grieving as a parent. While the conversation is filled with compassion, hope, and healing, it also touches on sensitive topics that may be difficult for some listeners. In this episode we’re delving into a topic that’s both deeply personal and profou…

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Farida - Navigating her son's heart surgery, learning perseverance, and grace 58:13

4M ago58:13

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I’m thrilled to introduce Farida; a proud Muslim Oromo Australian woman, a mother of four, a midwife, and a nurse who has dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for others. Her passion for meaningful, thought-provoking conversations shines through in everything she does. We’ll delve into her remarkable breastfeeding journey, which began at 19 a…

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Nadine - How the beginnings of our motherhood journeys can be incredibly transformative. Life lessons from a 20 year on perspective of motherhood. 57:48

5M ago57:48

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Welcome back to The Feeding Couch Season 2! I am thrilled to welcome Nadine Richardson—a visionary in childbirth education, a doula, yoga teacher, and founder of She Births®, the world’s first scientifically verified antenatal program. Nadine has empowered tens of thousands of new mums, dads and parents across the globe with her approach to birth p…

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#203 The scary part of authenticity and magical Disneyland connections with Cathy Weiss 59:28

9M ago59:28

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In this episode, I sit down with Cathy Weiss, a former school teacher who turned her love for Disneyland into a successful career as a Disney travel planner. Cathy shares how a spiritual turning point led her to leave her teaching job and embrace her true passion. We talk about the importance of living authentically, the fears that come with reveal…

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Hannah - Two breastfeeding experiences - Milk protein allergy, a week in the NICU, latch issues & ties, bed sharing 37:21

9M ago37:21

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In this episode I have a conversation with Hannah, a wife to her high school sweetheart, a mother of two, and a passionate advocate for empowered childbirth and motherhood. After experiencing her own journey through birth trauma and healing, Hannah found her calling as a childbirth educator and doula, specializing in VBAC (vaginal birth after cesar…

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#202 Can confidence coexist with unhappiness? 38:01

9M ago38:01

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Fear isn’t something we need to avoid—it’s something we grow through. In this latest episode, I talk about how fear often shows up right when we’re expanding into a new level of growth. If you’re feeling a little wobbly right now, just know that’s a sign you’re stepping into something bigger and brighter ABOUT LUNARIA ⁠Connect with me on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ins…

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#201 The pressure to appear perfect 26:47

9M ago26:47

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When was the last time you allowed yourself to truly be seen, imperfections and all? In this solo episode, I’m opening up about what it means to be unapologetically true to who I am—no filters, no masks, just raw authenticity. I share how embracing both the light and the shade within me has been a game-changer, not just in my personal growth, but i…

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#200 Trusting your inner wisdom 1:09:42

9M ago1:09:42

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What started as a small idea has grown into 200 episodes of deep conversations, personal breakthroughs, and transformative growth. In this milestone episode, I’m taking you on a journey through trusting your inner wisdom. ABOUT LUNARIA ⁠Connect with me on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Click here to get your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FREE Magn…

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Raylea - Undeveloped breast tissue 12% Weight loss - Using donated breast milk - supply line breastfeeding - Anxiety choosing formula 1:17:28

9M ago1:17:28

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In this episode I’m joined by Raylea, a first-time mom to baby Ellie,who faced more challenges in her first week of motherhood than many of us can imagine. After a significant weight loss of 12% by day three, the stress began to mount. Ellie’s weight loss was compounded by jaundice and a diagnosis that would change Raylea’s feeding journey: known a…

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#199 On relieving financial stress, Pressure to overwork and Embracing work-life balance 56:02

10M ago56:02

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In this episode, Sandra Morneau discusses the stark differences between U.S. work culture and other countries, highlighting the pressures to overwork and accumulate material possessions. She emphasizes the importance of redefining success, embracing work-life balance, and breaking free from social media's comparison trap. Sandra shares her personal…

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Anja - Three very different feeding experiences 1:03:54

10M ago1:03:54

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In this episode I’m joined by Anja; a mum of three living in Coventry UK with a passion to advocate for women’s mental health, particularly around pregnancy and childbirth. Anya studied biomedical science at University, but her true calling has been in the charitable sector, where she’s spent years fundraising and providing vital admin support for …

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Sarah - navigating breastfeeding through a neurodivergent lens - reflux - bed sharing - tandem feeding 53:28

10M ago53:28

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In this episode I am joined by Sarah; a mum of soon-to-be three little ones (at the time of recording). She serves as the Head of Research and Education at a leading UK breast cancer charity. And in this episode we're focusing on Sarah's personal journey, navigating the complexities of motherhood and breastfeeding as an autistic woman. We'll be exp…

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#198 Finding home within yourself even in midlife 38:37

10M ago38:37

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Unlock the shocking truth about how your unique personality type is silently shaping your future. Link: https://decodeyourdestinyquiz.com/ Marni Battista opens up about her incredible journey of reinventing her life in midlife and finding a path that's both meaningful and authentic. Along the way, she stumbled upon the design thinking method and de…

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#197 How to balance your hormones, Diet Culture and Self-Love 49:35

10M ago49:35

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I had an enlightening conversation with Chelsea, a health coach specializing in hormone balance and weight loss for women. Chelsea shared her personal journey of overcoming health challenges and the impact of diet culture on women's well-being. We discussed her innovative "Chocolate Lover's Guide to Weight Loss," emphasizing that indulgence and hea…

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Orlanda - dealing with grief and loss during pregnancy, waiting 7 days for milk to come-in, succesfully breastfeeding, and self permission to mix feed 52:22

10M ago52:22

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Welcome to today's episode. I'm honoured to introduce my dear friend Orlanda, whom I've had the privilege of supporting with lactation and breastfeeding when her daughter, Cassia, was born almost five years ago. Orlanda joins us on the feeding couch to share her deeply personal story. She is the Co-Founder of Narcissus London Cosmetics Company, an …

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#196 Challenging your limiting beliefs will transform your life 48:46

10M ago48:46

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In this episode of "More Confidence with Luna Gaia," I chat with Sandy Walker about her journey of overcoming negative self-beliefs rooted in childhood experiences. Sandy shares how she transformed feelings of inadequacy and trauma through inner child healing. We discuss the powerful connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, highlighting …

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Leah - successful breastfeeding with a tricky start; breathing difficulties, forced formula and bottle refusal 52:00

10M ago52:00

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Leah is a first time mum who prepared extensively for labour, birth and breastfeeding through her pregnancy. She was dreaming of the first breastfeed in the birth suite and having the ‘golden hour’ together. However, when her daughter Hazel was born she had breathing difficulties and was taken to the special care nursery within 5 minutes of being b…

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#195 Removing Childhood Programming, Conditioning and Beliefs with Tammy Brunson 50:18

11M ago50:18

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Tammy's work combines spirituality, science, and ancient teachings to help others awaken their own power and live life on their own terms.Removing the programming, conditioning, and beliefs from childhood is important because it allows us to tap into our authentic selves and fulfill our soul's purpose. We chose our family, friends, and community be…

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Julia - Jaundice, high needs feeding, milk coming in after the loss of a baby, antenatal milk expression 1:18:10

11M ago1:18:10

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Julia Neale is a mum of three, with two living children, and originally from the suburbs of Toronto, Canada. She now calls Switzerland, home. She is a former international primary school teacher, and is now a prenatal educator. Julia’s takes me through her three experiences with breast milk and feeding. Her first baby was born at 36 weeks, hospital…

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#194 Balancing Ambition and the Need for Rest 56:41

11M ago56:41

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Krista Resnick shares her personal journey of feeling a lack of aliveness and how she found her way back to herself. Krista Resnick shares her experience of realizing the importance of surrounding herself with people who are well-rested and grounded. She emphasizes the need to be in alignment with our own values and to be true to ourselves. Krista …

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#193 Viewing Negative Emotions as Stop Signs with Yvonne Caputo 50:28

11M ago50:28

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What if I told you that embracing death could profoundly enrich your life? In this episode, Yvonne Caputo takes us on a compelling journey through her experiences with loss and the pivotal role that open conversations about death play in our well-being. Yvonne’s personal stories of navigating end-of-life decisions offer invaluable insights into the…

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#192 Living a Multi-Hyphenate Life with Catherine Castillo 44:41

11M ago44:41

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Catherine, a remarkable multi-hyphenate individual. Catherine is a rescue diver, nurse, mother, traveler, startup owner, and pole fitness enthusiast. She shared her inspiring approach to life, driven by the mindset of "collecting passions and paths." Catherine emphasized the importance of resilien…

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Susanne- using ritual & ceremony to say goodbye to her breastfeding journey 53:51

11M ago53:51

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Susanne really enjoyed breastfeeding her two children. She had made up her mind that she wanted to stop breastfeeding when her youngest was turning two, but she found herself with a difficult internal struggle. Susanne saw this as an opportunity for personal growth and she worked with a coach to dive deeper into all these mixed emotions. The coach …

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Chronicle 8: Finals Week Forum 49:56

11M ago49:56

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Instead of studying for finals, we are here with a new episode of Chronicles of Corvallis! This episode we went deep into our notes app history, with some interesting finds. Also discussed was favorite sandwiches and what form they best come in. Another highlight is birds on our porch! Sit back and relax, we’re happy you’re here!…

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#191 How To Actually Prioritize Yourself and Overcome Stress in Today's World 44:36

12M ago44:36

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ABOUT LUNARIA ⁠Connect with me on Instagram.⁠ ⁠Follow me on TikTok.⁠ ⁠⁠Click here to get your FREE Magnetic Confidence Community Guidebook.⁠ Join my ⁠⁠⁠FREE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY⁠⁠⁠. ⁠Click to join a community claiming back their power, owning their confidence and mastering the mind. A place to support everyone trying to re-claim their confidence. ⁠ C…

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Kate - the journey of re-lactation, diagnosis of thyroid cancer whilst pregnant with baby no 3, and incredibly different breasfeeding journeys 1:05:07

12M ago1:05:07

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Kate is an endorsed midwife and IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) based in Australia. She is passionate about a no bull-s**t approach to feeding and motherhood, and ultimately supporting families to have their most empowered experience as they transition into parenthood. Kate has honestly shared her own feeding and motherho…

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#190 How an Uber Ride Sparked Max's Spiritual Awakening 52:30

12M ago52:30

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In my conversation with Max, we dove deep into the role of the ego in shaping our beliefs. The ego, the sum of our conditioning, knowledge, and personality, is a useful tool but can easily take over if unchecked. Max shared how our brain's default programming influences our perceptions. It’s crucial to be aware of this influence to navigate life mo…

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Ana- Two beautiful but different breastfeeding journeys 39:27

12M ago39:27

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Ana is a 34 year old mama of two. Originally from Portugal, currently living in Austria with her German husband and their 2 kids: a fierce 4 year old girl and a 6 month old baby boy. Ana breastfed her eldest for 2.5 years, something she didn't expect to do when she was pregnant. Ana works in marketing in the tech industry but is using her maternity…

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#189 The Fallacy of Quick Success and Manifestation 46:24

12M ago46:24

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"You may as well be clear on who you're for and who you're not for." Prima Jope, host of The Uncommon Market Disruptor Podcast, shares her strong opinions and how they have sometimes gotten her into trouble. She discusses her approach to decision-making and how she doesn't let fear or societal rules limit her. Prima emphasizes the importance of bei…

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#188 Are We In A Computer Game? 31:55

1y ago31:55

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"Did you know that maybe perhaps we are in a computer game simulation?" In another solo episode, I get into the idea of living in a computer game simulation and how it relates to personal development, bringing significance to the importance of self-awareness and recognizing the patterns and beliefs that hold us back. "If we truly want to be confide…

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Johanna - Two feeding journeys; low milk supply, supply-line feeding, guilt, trauma and sadness; ultimately becoming a successful Lactation Consultant 1:00:04

1y ago1:00:04

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Born and raised in Perth, Australia, Johanna unexpectedly made Switzerland her home in 2010. Johanna has studied biomedical science, occupational therapy, English literature, philosophy and education… and yet tells me how nothing prepared her for the tumultuous early years of motherhood. Johanna shares with me her experiences of feeding her two boy…

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