Cassia Tierney Clarke - Podcast Details

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9 LivesS3E09. Overcoming plateaus & finding your spark after stagnationHi friends!This week we are discussing all things plateaus & finding your spark again. If you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or like you’re just spinning your wheels lately, this episode is for you. I tell you all about my own biggest plateaus, and we’re diving deep into overcoming it and regaining that motivation, whether it’s to do with your career, fitness journey, creative projects, or just your general day-to-day. It’s time to learn to trust the process of learning, adapting, and preparing for what’s next, and finally break free from your rut.With lo...2025-02-1053 min

9 Lives6 : Whispers of Wonder - The Hoodie Crow StorytimeWelcome back to 9 Lives Whispers of Wonder! This week I am reading you a Gaelic wonder tale about The Hoodie Crow, a story about love and perseverance. I hope you enjoy and see you in two weeks for another Whispers of Wonder. Always love! Cass 2025-02-0510 min

9 LivesS3E08. Stop people pleasing, set boundaries & gain confidence.Hi friends! This week we are discussing a requested topic from the audience: people pleasing. Are you constantly putting others' needs before your own? Struggling to say no without guilt? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of setting boundaries, breaking free from people-pleasing habits, and building unshakable confidence. You’ll learn practical strategies to stand up for yourself, communicate assertively, and stop seeking external validation. It’s time to put yourself first—without the fear of disappointing others. Much love, until next week. Cass (13:18...2025-02-0349 min

9 LivesS3E07. How to Run Wild : Trail Running Transforms Fitness, Courage, and Your Connection to NatureHi friends! This week I am delving into all things nature & trail running! In this episode I tell you everything you need to know about trail running, from gear to logistics to building bravery. I touch on the relationship between culture and nature, and dig into studies surrounding the importance of women embracing the outdoors in all it's messy, gritty, awesome power. We also chat about nature as trauma therapy, the discovery of EMDR, how it has helped me, and what being in nature does to our brain, bodies, and fitness (spoiler: it's all great)! I adored...2025-01-271h 03

9 Lives5 : Whispers of Wonder - Why the Sea is Salty StorytimeWelcome back to 9 Lives Whispers of Wonder! This week I am reading you the story of Why the Sea is Salty. This story is a Norse folk tale all about being grateful for what you have. I hope you have a wonderful week and see you in a fortnight for another Whispers of Wonder. Always love! Cass 2025-01-2210 min

9 LivesS3E06. 8 books that changed my life: unlock power in knowledge.Hi friends! Today I am talking you through the 8 books that changed my life. From psychology to spiritualism, quantum physics and the classics, I take you through what each book contains, how it can help you and what they mean to me. I also give pointers on creating the habit of reading. Knowledge is power! Stories are inspiration! Until next week, Much love, Cass (02:07) How to get into reading (08:30) The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz (12:46) What I Talk...2025-01-201h 01

9 LivesS3E05. Rewire bingeing & food noise - Letting go of perfectionismHi friends! Our audio quality has now been resolved! Thank you for your patience as the studio fixed the issue. This week we are discussing the complex and very nuanced journey of moving past bingeing, food noise and secret eating. I hope this episode can be of comfort to anyone out there struggling with their relationship with food. There is joy and freedom to be found in our friendship with food! Please note - I am not a dietitian and therefore cannot offer prescriptive advice . I am however, a coach and a human who struggled with BED...2025-01-1355 min

9 Lives4 : Whispers of Wonder - The White Snake StorytimeWelcome back to whispers of wonder - this week I am recounting the tale of the White Snake, a german fairytale by the Brothers Grimm. Relax, enjoy and see you next week. 2025-01-0810 min

9 LivesS3E04. Heal from Bullying & Gaslighting, reclaim your power.Hi Friends! We have had issues with the sound tech in the studio - this is the last episode with this slight issue and it has now been resolved moving forward. I thought it was best to release the episodes anyway, however frustrating. All fixed now! :) This week we are discussing healing from bullying and gaslighting. A topic I am very well versed in, having suffered through bullying in my younger years, in adult relationships and even at work. This episode covers how to heal from the negative self perception bullying can create, along with how to...2025-01-0650 min

9 Lives3 : Whispers of Wonder - Water Horse StorytimeHappy New year 9 Lives family! Here is a celtic myth retelling to ease your transition into this new chapter. I remember this story being told fondly growing up in scotland, I do hope you enjoy. See you next week for another Whisper of Wonder. Cass x 2025-01-0113 min

9 LivesS3E03. New Years Goal Setting, visualization and manifestation follow along! Transform your life in 2025!It's time to build your dream avatar for 2025! On the eve of 2025 I have created a special follow along episode for you. We cover how to set goals that you will actually stick to, how to visualize for success, and how to manifest your fitness goals. We will journal, create vision boards and delve into some guided meditation. Reinvention is a powerful tool - so grab a notebook and a pen, and let's create some magic. (07:47) Why build your avatar? (09:08) Making space for change (17:34) Goal setting 101 (23:00) Visualization and...2024-12-3040 min

9 Lives2 : Whispers of Wonder - Christmas StorytimeMERRY CHRISTMAS FRIENDS! Welcome back to 9 lives Whispers of Wonder! This week I am reading you a little folk tale about a Fir Tree that wanted to grow up. This story is all about learning to be present and grateful for everything we have in our present, without constantly having to push for more or better. I hope you have a wonderful christmas, relax, enjoy and I will see you next week for another Whispers of Wonder. Always love! Cass 2024-12-2513 min

9 LivesS3E02. Unlock your inner athlete - Turn depression to obsession and WINHi friends! Thank you so much for tuning in this week. In today's episode we discuss how to turn low mood into high motivation. I cover the physical, mental, and spiritual tools you need to unlock your inner athlete and start to win. Remember - ANYONE is an athlete, we all deserve to cultivate that level of discipline and positive visualisation for ourselves. Your Olympics are your life, so let's act like it! Until next week! Cass ✨ (14:59) Discovering your why (22:07) Unlocking your inner athlete (37:51) Building Resilience...2024-12-2359 min

9 Lives1 : Whispers of Wonder - Fairytale StorytimeWelcome to 9 Lives Whispers of Wonder, a weekly fairytale or myth read by Cassia! Fantasy, imagination and play are important parts of our wellbeing, and so I decided to read you a story each week! Grab a cup of tea, relax, and enjoy. Catch you next week for another storytime. Always love! Cass 2024-12-1815 min

9 LivesS3E01. Breakdowns & Burnout to BrillianceHello friends! Welcome back to 9 Lives Podcast. I am so delighted to be back! Thank you for your patience whilst I took some time out. This week we are discussing mental health breakdowns, burnout, learning to live with big failures, and how to dust yourself off and get back up. Life is messy, and never linear. We must learn to live in the nuance of it all. I hope this episode can serve as some relief in this era of hustle culture. I'm looking forward to a season of honesty, toolkits, poetry, follow alongs, hopeful...2024-12-1656 min

9 LivesS2E22. Season Finale: Answering the Hard QuestionsI can't believe how fast these two seasons have flown by. Next time you see me - after a short break - I'll be coming to you from my own 9 Lives studio! This podcast has been the best lesson in discipline, consistency and doing things even on days you don't really feel like it. To finish the season, I wanted to chat to you and answer your questions about mindset, fitness, running, recovery and much more. Thank you friends, until next season! Love always 2024-06-031h 01

9 LivesS2E21. Lucy Davis: The Price of ExtraordinaryA real honour to be joined by athlete, ultra marathon runner and businesswoman - Lucy Davis - on today’s episode. I’m so proud and feel very privileged that Lucy felt 9 Lives was a safe enough environment to open up about the impact of competing and participating in multiple endurance sporting events has had on her self esteem over the years. We discuss her life growing up as a swimmer and gymnast as well as her experience recovering from an eating disorder in her early twenties. Lucy is nothin...2024-05-271h 11

9 LivesS2E20. Zanna Van Dijk: Conquering fears & redefining yourself after burnoutWelcoming my friend and long-time creator, Zanna Van Dijk to 9 Lives! Getting to know Zanna over the past 6 months has been an absolute joy and this conversation really encapsulates the inspiration and empowerment that I - and hundreds of thousands of others - draw from Zanna's experiences and mindset. This chat is one about finding balance after burn out, maintaining friendships in adulthood and creating boundaries among many more topics.Hope you take something from this and in Zanna's words, don't forget to slow down and look after yourself. Love always, Cass xx 2024-05-2049 min

9 LivesS2E19. Curbing impulsive behaviour and getting out of debtWhile I've mentioned my experience getting out of debt before, I wanted to dedicate an episode to explaining the behaviours that caused me to rack up that debt and crucially, the changes I made in order to now be fully debt free and running my own business. In this episode I talk about the price of wellness, getting control of impulsive behaviours and conquering the fear of starting something new. If you're struggling with impulsive behaviours that are having a negative impact on your life from your relationships to your finances, the very first step is reaching...2024-05-1341 min

9 LivesS2E18. "Go out and dance" Becky Briggs, marathon record holderI'm so honoured to have Becky Briggs - an elite runner, record holder and all-round ray of sunshine - on the podcast. Reflecting on her relationship with running, how it's shifted over time and how she came to represent Britain and win(!!) the Manchester Marathon by such a young age, Becky offers some beautiful perspectives on using running as a means to reconnect with yourself and with nature, as well as her experience recovering from injury. I hope you all enjoy this episode, I'd love to hear from you below! 2024-05-0642 min

9 LivesS2E17. Advice for the beginning of your fitness journeyIf I were to start my fitness journey from scratch - here’s what I would do and the mindset I would adopt. Whether you’re lacing up your trainers for the first time in your life, revisiting fitness after some time off or maybe simply starting to consider making changes to your lifestyle and build healthier habits - this episode is for you. I hope to give you some pearls of wisdom or help you begin to tune into a process of change with advice I would give the “me” of 4 years ago. I hope t...2024-04-2943 min

9 LivesS2E16. [BONUS EP] Running a marathon as a beginnerI know so many of you are working towards running goals and whether it’s a 10k, a half marathon or a full marathon, I know how important and helpful it is to hear first-hand experience and tips from someone who has been in your shoes. Today I brought my friend - and producer of 9 Lives - Rhyanna, onto the podcast to talk about her experience going from beginner to marathon runner in 7 months. Thank you for submitting your questions - I loved recording this episode! Let me know in the comments below whether you...2024-04-2350 min

9 LivesS2E15. How to quit bad habitsWe've covered habit building in a number of episodes but this week I wanted to discuss how to break the bad habits that are no longer serving you. One of my most asked questions is "Cass, how did you quit smoking for good?" In this episode I break down my own experience and give you 7 tips that you can apply to any habit that you feel is holding you back from reaching your goals. Let me know if you found this episode helpful - my DMs are always open! ...2024-04-2240 min

9 LivesS2E14. Why I'm glad I failed my marathon goalI took on Paris Marathon last weekend with the goal of a sub-4 completion time. I missed out on that goal but this "failure" ended up teaching me the greatest lesson. I hope you all enjoy hearing my recap of the race as well as some of my reflections on running, races and setting goals. Hopefully my experience can encourage you to take on a new perspective and be more gentle with yourself. Love always, Cass xx (01:09) How do...2024-04-1551 min

9 LivesS2E13. Managing depression during your fitness journeyWe spoke in Series 1 about The Black Dog - the metaphor I feel perfectly represents the relationship I have with depression. In today’s episode I wanted to revisit that topic but speak more specifically about how you can find - and navigate - a fitness journey while working through mental health conditions. We chat about how essential it is that you press on and grab opportunities to improve your wellbeing, even if the action feels unbearable in the moment. Start now with what you have, do not wait for motivation to come knocking. Change does not happen by ac...2024-04-0839 min

9 LivesS2E12. How to be brave - building the courage to make lasting changeWhen you think of the word "brave" you might think of big, bold acts with huge, transformative reward that follows, but today I wanted to talk about how you can be brave in your everyday - I give 9 tools to become braver in both big and small ways that will ultimately build confidence and see you change your life for good. How have you been brave recently? Let's chat in the comments. Love always, Cass xx (00:00) - Hello! My...2024-04-0154 min

9 LivesS2E11. How to train hybrid - balance running & lifting weightsPerhaps one of my most popular FAQs: Cassia, why do you train hybrid and what even is hybrid training? For me, hybrid has become a way of life and the most sustainable way to stay happy and active. In this episode I talk about the fundamentals of this training style including goal setting and how endurance running and lifting weights can compliment one another when it comes to health benefits as well as mind set. Don't forget to tag me in your selfies this week while you're out training...2024-03-2542 min

9 LivesS2E10. 4 life changing things I gained from my fitness journey - how to stay motivated while changing your routineWhen discussing weight loss and changing daily routines and habits, it's not often we focus on what we gain from the journey; attention often sits with the sacrifice and the grit it takes to transform your life. This week I wanted to reframe the journey and remind you of the life changing things I gained from embarking on this journey from reduced inflammation to improved cognitive function. Changes from this journey are so much more than what you see on the outside! I hope you enjoy and I would...2024-03-1852 min

9 LivesS2E9. Tips for becoming alcohol free & embracing adventureJoin me at home this week as I reflect on my trip to Utah and chat to you about some thoughts I had around change, chapters in our life, seizing adventure in life and perspectives on “failure”. I also wanted to take some time in this episode to give you some practical tips and advice from my own journey to become alcohol-free as I know so many of you are sober curious, I hope this helps. Always hope, friends. Cass xx (00:00)-(12:34) - Utah reflections (14:31) - chan...2024-03-1140 min

The Not So Fit Couple PodcastCassia Tierney Clarke - Through Running I Lost 110 lbs and Quit Binge DrinkingCassia Tierney Clarke is an incredibly inspirational woman. By age 20 she was obese, binge drinking and lacking direction in her life. After finding movement, running and health and fitness, lost 110lbs on her obesity journey and quit drinking. She now runs her own successful podcast and owns a coaching community where she inspires and coaches people to make their own transformations. Find more of Cassia here: https://www.instagram.com/cassiatierney/?hl=en If you have any other questions for the next episode drop them in here...2024-03-0454 min

9 LivesS2E8. Keeping promises to yourself, comparison & reflections on our twenties with Savannah SachdevFast approaching 1000 days of running, Savannah Sachdev is back on the podcast! In this conversation we discuss what Savannah's run streak has taught her about accountability and commitment to herself; we also spend some time reflecting on our 20s and the mindset shifts we feel as we enter our 30s and beyond. If you've felt yourself trapped in a comparison loop, hopefully this episode gives you some fresh perspectives to bring the focus back to your journey, and the joy along the way. Love always, Cass x (00:44...2024-03-0436 min

9 LivesS2E7. Shadow work, how to forgive yourself & stories from recoveryAfter a few tricky weeks for me, I wanted to chat today about getting to know - and working with - your shadow. Shadow work has been such a beneficial practice for me throughout my journey and continues to be something I do regularly. I really hope you also take away something beneficial from this episode if you're struggling to come to terms with the parts of yourself you're not so proud of, wanting to learn how to forgive yourself and let go, or trying to move through limiting beliefs. 2024-02-2638 min

9 LivesS2E6. How to get fast & avoid injury or burnout on your running journeyJoining us this week is my friend, colleague and multi-marathon-runner Finlay Hampton. We take this opportunity to address some FAQ we often receive from clients and our run community from avoiding injury and burnout, to how to properly fuel with food before and during a run, to our favourite running shoes. Fin is always an incredibly welcome guest on 9 Lives and so he will be back! Let us know in the comments what you'd want us to talk about next time. Time codes and links below! Love always, Cass xx My instagram: www.instagram.com/cassiatierney Fin's...2024-02-191h 14

9 LivesS2E5. Stop giving up on yourself! How to learn patience & get to your goals.Hello dear ones! In this week's episode we dive into how to cultivate the sticking power and patience to execute your dreams. Always falling short of your goals? This episode is for you. I also delve into some buddhist teachings, as well as the neuroscience behind building trust in ourselves. With love always Cass x 2024-02-1141 min

9 LivesS2E4. Finding love without losing yourself. Our life & sobriety story - meet my fiancé!You are worthy of love in all forms, in your wonderful expression of human experience here on this planet. I hope you all enjoy listening to this episode where I invite my fiancé, Joe onto the podcast. We talk about his career and how his passion for herpetology & nature has fostered a fearlessness in him that I admire very much. We also talk about how we met, our proposal story and our experience with sobriety as well as giving life advice & answering questions submitted by you all. Let me know if you enjoyed this different kind of e...2024-02-051h 06

9 LivesS2E3. How to start runningThe question I get most in my DMs is “How do I start running?” but I want you all to remember that for me it really started with setting smaller goals and growing them, as my confidence and self belief grew. A glimmer of hope and inspiration turned into a short walk, turned into a jog between trees, turned into a lap of the park, turned into 3K, turned into 5K.. 10K.. Half Marathon… and so it goes on. I can’t stress enough how important mindset is but I recognise some of you are now...2024-01-2924 min

9 LivesS2E2. Stop self-sabotaging to find your purposeOften the biggest hurdle standing between us and our goals is our negative self-talk or the judgments and expressions of others. In this week’s episode I hope to offer you some advice on detaching yourself from these obstacles and dig into what we mean by “finding our purpose” especially when struggling with mental health and life’s responsibilities. I introduce you to the idea of “the sublime” and how to reconnect with the pure joy of your inner child to discover your true self and reason for being on this earth. Love always Cass (01:03...2024-01-2238 min

9 LivesS2E1. How to build the willpower to change your life.Welcome back to 9 lives Season 2! I am so happy to be back, and so thankful for you joining me here friends. In this episode we discuss building willpower. That elusive golden nugget that everybody wants but many find so hard to find. I touch on the science of creating tenacity in your life, and tell the story of the ‘cross roads’ moment from my own journey that changed everything for me. Who do you want to be? Do you want more for yourself? Those answers might just be on the other side of doing things you don’t want...2024-01-1535 min

9 Lives22. Confessions of an Ex-Party Girl. Finding fun (& balance) after extremes.In this week's episode I tell the story of 'taking it too far'... how I broke out of the constant hedonistic cycle. I discuss reversing the damage I did to my body- yellowing eyes, swollen features & ankles. I also give tools to find fun in peace and quiet after extremes. Fun can be a cup of tea, a walk in the woods, or a quiet moment of stillness with yourself. Finding joy in self exploration and self improvement is possible. And it could change your life. With love always & until next week, 2024-01-1336 min

9 Lives23. Is social media ruining originality? Create boundaries online & stop comparing yourself.In this episode I delve into the problems with excessive social media consumption. We discuss comparing yourself to the unrealistic and somewhat unattainable lifestyles you see in online fitness. I offer some tools to create boundaries with your phone, to get offline & into the real world. I touch on why I believe 'what I eat in a day' videos might not always be helpful, and talk about the importance of not putting others on pedestals. We must claim inspiration from others as power, not as a lack of your own worth. Embrace all the little...2024-01-1333 min

9 Lives24. XMAS SPECIAL Q&A: losing friends, loneliness during a self improvement journey & coping with the shame of 'lost' years. In this weeks 'ask me anything' I discuss the loneliness and solitude a self improvement journey can sometimes create. I give some insight on how I coped with this, and how to make peace with saying goodbye to people, places and habits that no longer serve you. I touch on grieving through running, finding peaceful love after toxicity and how to foster a 'it's never too late to change your life' attitude! Merry Christmas gorgeous humans. Thank you for listening in 2023. 9 Lives SEASON TWO will return on January 8th. I look forward to starting the...2024-01-1348 min

9 Lives21 - Healing your inner child & unlocking the power to create your ideal future.Who were you before the world told you who to be? Before the hurt? Reconnecting with that childlike innocence and joy could be the key to figuring out what makes your soul sing. In this episode I give you tools to connect with your inner child. I discuss my own lifestyle change & the story of how I changed my future so drastically with the power of self talk, positive thoughts & intention. You are the master of your destiny, you create your reality, you are the creator of your universe...2023-12-0439 min

9 Lives20 - Are you self harming with your lifestyle? How & why we can get better.In this episode I ask you the question, 'do you want to get better?' Sadness and self destructiveness can become an old familiar friend, but in this episode I help you challenge that behaviour. I give some science as to why eating and moving in certain ways can create the energy you need to start feeling better. Action creates energy. I cover nature therapy, basic macronutrients, and positive self talk. Love always - in strength & until next week, Cass 💛 ...2023-11-2739 min

9 Lives19 - Extraordinary is accessible. Daring to dream, training around your cycle & the female/ athlete paradox.In this week's episode I discuss the power of dreaming BIG while being underestimated, and allowing space for the extraordinary in your life. I touch on training & our hormonal cycles, and delve into issues around gender, and the perception of women in endurance sports. You can be both feminine AND strong, girly AND sporty. The two are not mutually exclusive. Sport belongs to us all- no matter how you show up to the start line. I believe in you. Until next week (and without a sniffle I promise!) Cass 💛2023-11-2043 min

9 Lives18 - Breaking the pattern of toxic relationships with others & yourself.In this episode I open up a little bit about the realities of living with mental health issues, and how this has affected my relationship with others (both in friendships and relationships) and myself. You will meet the same person again and again until you break the pattern. You deserve a love pure and true and kind. You deserve calm and safe relationships. Until next week, always love - Cass 💛2023-11-1344 min

9 Lives17 - Eating & training intuitively while on a fitness journey & still reaching your goals.In this episode I discuss my weight loss and fitness journey through eating & training intuitively. We touch on timelines, how to build TRUST in yourself with food and movement, and I give you some examples to help you move into intuitive training. As always, thank you so much for listening, it means the world to me. Until next week, Cass 💛 2023-11-0634 min

9 Lives16 - How to find self discipline when you are struggling to function.In this episode I discuss the steps I took to find self control, and discipline when I was struggling to function. I discuss setting smart goals, temperance & stoicism, feeling fearful to leave the house, hair loss and other barriers I faced before heading out for my first walk. I hope you find this episode useful. Thank you for listening, until next week, Cass 💛2023-10-3039 min

9 Lives15 - Savannah Sachdev. Feeling like an outsider & how to use that as your power.In this episode we are joined by the beautiful Savannah. A fellow runner & new friend of mine. We discuss growing up feeling different, navigating life after bullying, and why fitness (& running) helped us discover our power. ‘Get out of your head & into your body’ Thanks for listening! Until next week, Cass 💛2023-10-2452 min

9 Lives14. The truth about life after weight loss & why rushing your journey will only slow your progress.In this week's episode we discuss life after extreme weight loss. I talk about loose skin, confidence, self acceptance and why rushing your journey will only slow you down. I also open up about my own mental health struggles recently, I do apologise if I'm slightly less chirpy this week! I hope this episode can be of comfort to you, my friends. As always - I share my story so you can begin to tell yours. All my love, until next week, Cass 💛2023-10-1642 min

9 Lives13. People don't hate you, they hate themselves. How to stop caring about what others think of you & take control of your destiny.In this episode we discuss the ego, the higher self, the shadow self, other people's projections, tall poppy syndrome and how to stop caring about what other people think of you. As someone who has lived through many periods of bullying, I hope this can be of comfort to someone out there, or at least offer you some tools to understand that hate is often a projection of envy or insecurity, and should never stop you from being yourself. Until next week, all my love, Cass 💛2023-10-0942 min

9 Lives12. How lifting weights changed my life, mental health & helped me lose 100lbs, my physique transformation story.In this week's episode we discuss all things lifting weights. I tell my story, give you some science & try to guide you to a path of falling in love with being strong, and lifting for fun, without the need to control your body or measure your progress only through your physical being. You are beautiful just as you are, within the pursuit of your dreams. Find your happy movement, and how to play to your strengths, and you will create a lifelong sustainable habit. Until next week, Cass 💛2023-10-0239 min

9 Lives11. The power of releasing control, finding your happy & starting to run.A conversation with Finlay Hampton, 100 + marathoner. We discuss slow running, fast running, the keys to a long life & myths around injury. Thank you for your time & wisdom Fin! Until next week, always love, Cass 💛2023-09-2537 min

9 Lives10. Alcohol - breaking the cycle of binging & finding freedom.In this episode I discuss my relationship to alcohol, how it has affected my opportunities and how I replaced my habit of binge drinking. This is my journey (that I am still on!) ... I hope you take inspiration from this episode to see there is more to life than excessive drinking. You can break free from binging and see the world with clarity and joy. Love always - catch you next week. Cass 2023-09-1842 min

9 Lives9. Dealing with grief, falling in love & all things in between - a Q&AAnswering your questions. Talking food, falling in love, start up businesses, running through grief, music, animals and lots more! Thank you for your questions, time, and for even being interested in me and what I have to say! What a trip!? Always hope my friends, until next week - Cass 💛 2023-09-1143 min

9 Lives8. The secrets to weight loss & creating lasting change.In this episode we discuss the secrets to a long lasting lifestyle change (that can result in weight loss) & the art of falling in love with yourself and all the things that make you different! I also touch on the importance of never comparing yourself to what you see online, or to people who have different genetics or starting points to your own. Remember - you are you, and no one else is, and THAT is your power. Pour your energy into cultivating a loving lifestyle for yourself. Until next week. With...2023-09-0441 min

9 Lives7. How to find your purpose as a late bloomer.9 Lives Episode 7 In this episode we discuss how to find your purpose after a life of 'failure to launch' and I give some tools for you to get to know yourself better. There is so much beauty in changing direction in life, and having the bravery to go after what makes you tick. It's never too late to “become” yourself. Aristotle, for example, didn't fully devote himself to writing and philosophy until he was nearly 50. There are many benefits to taking a long, winding path to self-fulfillment, so have faith that you will know yourself. 2023-08-2829 min

9 Lives6. Unfit to Ultramarathons - how I taught myself to run during my 100lb weightloss journey.9 Lives Episode 6 - the story of how I went from being out of breath walking, to training for my first ultramarathon. It is possible to achieve what once thought was impossible. I promise. Leave your questions all about running (or fitness) in the notes and i'll do a bumper Q&A episode in ep. 8 🐈‍⬛ Thank you for listening my friends! Cassia 2023-08-2132 min

9 Lives5. How to lose weight without losing yourself - a conversation with a food councillor.9 Lives Episode 5: A conversation with the wonderful Olivia, food councillor of 444 coaching and a good friend of mine. We talk about her food story, some tools to help you if you are struggling with emotional or overeating, as well and touching on some underlying disordered behaviors within the fitness industry. Next week - Unfit to Ultras, my running journey. I'd love to hear your feedback on instagram, I love talking to you all. Thank you for listening. 2023-08-1445 min

9 Lives4. Sharing my food story.9 lives episode 4: Sharing my food story & struggles with binging. A very vulnerable one that was not easy to film. TW: binge eating & depression. I am telling my story, but I am not qualified to give advice, please contact your GP if you are struggling with similar issues. A slightly heavier pod today guys - we will have some lighter episodes in the coming week. I hope this can make someone feel less alone. Please reach out for help if you need it. Eating disorder helplines: England: 0808 801 0677 Northern Ireland: 0808 801 0434 Scotland: 0808 801 0432 Wales...2023-08-0729 min

9 Lives3. How to change your lifestyle & stop comparing yourselfThis week we talk about 'habit stacking' and 'lifestyle momentum'. I also touch on why you should never compare yourself to influencers, or feel bad about your week 1, compared to someone else's week 300. Always hope! Please let me know your feedback - next week I will finish the episode with a Q&A from my spotify listeners, so please leave them in the notes. 2023-07-3121 min

9 Lives2. Growing up with depression & learning to live with your 'black dog'Delving a little into my childhood & teen years, discussing growing up with a 'black dog' (mental health problems) & how to navigate low feelings by accepting that it is a beautiful part of yourself. Thank you for listening - I'd love to hear your feedback, topic suggestions or guest requests! 🐈‍⬛🪄 2023-07-2423 min

9 Lives1. My weight loss journey and identifying "the turning point" to change your life.In this episode we delve deeper into the 'turning point' of my own journey, touch on inner child healing, and discuss setting healthy boundaries in order to create space for change in your own life. 2023-07-1736 min

9 LivesIntroducing: 9 Lives with Cassia Tierney ClarkeHow many lives have you lived? Nine Lives is the wellness podcast with real life, gritty stories and actionable tools to help you re-write your own tale. Watch and listen every Monday.2023-06-1606 min