The Reinvention Diaries – Episode Recap
Welcome to The Reinvention Diaries, a podcast where Michelle and Nicola chat about reinvention, rediscovery, and regaining confidence. In this episode, the hosts catch up after a break, sharing stories from recent holidays, family parties, and life updates.
Highlights:
- Michelle’s trip to the North Yorkshire coast, including steampunk sightings in Whitby and the excitement of the Lionesses winning the World Cup.
- Nicola’s experience hosting three parties: her 16-year-old’s, 19-year-old’s, and her father-in-law’s 90th birthday.
- Reflections on sleep, caffeine, and the impact of lifestyle changes on well-being.
- A candid discussion about migraines, hormone disruptors in skincare, and the journey to more mindful product choices (including using the Yuka app).
- Adventures in reducing plastic use, filtering water, and switching to glass and metal containers.
- Michelle’s first experience with a flotation tank and thoughts on relaxation and sensory deprivation.
- Random acts of kindness (and “almost” acts of kindness) while out and about.
- TV recommendations, including “Below Deck,” “Peaky Blinders,” and “Mixtape.”
- Listener call-to-action: Email studio@thereinventiondiaries.co.uk or follow on Instagram @thereinventiondiariespodcast.
Key Takeaways:
- Small lifestyle changes can have a big impact on health and happiness.
- It’s okay to abandon TV series that don’t hold your interest!
- Being kind (even by proxy) makes the world a little better.
- Don’t underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep.
Tune in next week for more honest conversations and stories of reinvention!
