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Tune.In#13 Healing, Habits & Honesty with Rachael WelfordRachael Welford — Founder of Happy Habits Club & Host of Things I Wish I’d KnowIn this powerful and heart-expanding episode, Kavita is joined by emotional wellbeing expert Rachel Welford, who shares her journey from burnout, PTSD and depression to becoming a leading voice in mental wellness. From silent meditations and EFT tapping to starting over after breakdown, Rachel’s story is full of honest truth bombs, uplifting takeaways, and a beautiful reminder that nothing about you is broken.You’ll hear us talk about:Rachel’s rock-bottom moment and the ra...2025-03-251h 37

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford76 Alisa Connan | Hormone Hacks For Midlife LadiesIn this episode, we're joined by Alisa, a certified hormone healthcare coach and founder of Nourish and Power, who is redefining wellness for midlife women. Alisa shares insights into the critical importance of pelvic floor health during the transition to menopause and explores how reduced estrogen levels can challenge muscle tone. She reveals how holistic approaches, tailored health assessments, and personalised exercise plans—like Kegels—can restructure our health narratives. Beyond physiological health, Alisa delves into understanding hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause and maintaining holistic well-being through blood sugar regulation, sleep management, and the significance of meaningful connections. Join me and...2024-12-2353 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford75 Laura Fullerton | Ice Bath InsightsIn this episode, Laura and I explore the fascinating science behind cold water therapy. We’re busting myths, sharing safe practices, and unpacking all the incredible mental and physical health benefits that come with a bit of chill. From boosting your mood to the latest neuroprotective research, you’ll learn why this might be the missing piece in your daily routine. Laura’s story is inspiring—she went from skeptic to full-on champion of cold exposure after a game-changing workshop. Now, she’s here to share her biohacking journey, packed with practical tips for everyone, whether you're just start...2024-10-1638 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford74 Gaby Cabrera-Kimchi | Cracking the Hormone CodeIn this episode, Gaby shares her journey through severe burnout and adrenal dysfunction, providing a powerful narrative on how understanding the body's natural rhythms and hormonal cycles can dramatically improve health and well-being. From the intricacies of the menstrual cycle phases to the importance of self-compassion and community, Gaby offers invaluable advice on managing stress, adapting diets, and embracing a holistic lifestyle. We also explore the differences in how men and women experience stress, the impact of mindset on the body's biochemistry, and the crucial role of community support in achieving lasting change. Gaby's expertise in functional...2024-10-1654 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford73 Rachael Welford | Navigating Grief: Finding Peace in the Mess✨ ANXIETY FREE IN 3 CHALLENGE. 3 days, 1 goal: to help you reduce anxiety and reclaim your inner peace. Starts LIVE on 24th September 2024 - Want in? Click here or head to rachaelwelford.com✨ Trigger warning: Grief In this deeply personal episode of "Things I Wish I'd Known," host Rachael Welford shares her experiences with grief and the passing of her Dad. She delves into the messy, non-linear nature of grieving, sharing her own journey and the insights she's gained along the way. Rachael candidly discusses the complex emotions and stages of grief, offering practic...2024-09-1824 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford72 Emma Watkins | Boundaries and Balance✨ ANXIETY FREE IN 3 CHALLENGE. 3 days, 1 goal: to help you reduce anxiety and reclaim your inner peace. Starts LIVE on 24th September 2024 - Want in? Click here or head to rachaelwelford.com✨ In today's episode of "Things I Wish I'd Known", our host, Rachael Welford, sits down with the multi-talented entrepreneur, yogi, and advocate for mental and physical health, Emma Watkins. They delve into the importance of community and environment, exploring the impact on personal experiences, the value of human connection and the challenges it presents, and the significance of friendship and relationships. Emma shares her journe...2024-09-1151 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford71 Rachael Welford | ADHD and Me✨ ANXIETY FREE IN 3 CHALLENGE. 3 days, 1 goal: to help you reduce anxiety and reclaim your inner peace. Starts LIVE on 24th September 2024 - Want in? Click here or head to rachaelwelford.com✨ TRIGGER WARNING: ADHD Rachael Welford is the host of the podcast "Things I Wish I'd Known," where she discusses mental health, healing, and finding joy in the chaos of the world. Rachael's journey with ADHD has been a significant part of her life, and she shares her experience of the challenges of getting diagnosed as a woman in the UK. Despite...2024-09-0429 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford70 Beaonca Ward | Trauma, Attachment, and Building Healthy Relationships✨ ANXIETY FREE IN 3 CHALLENGE. 3 days, 1 goal: to help you reduce anxiety and reclaim your inner peace. Starts LIVE on 24th September 2024 - Want in? Click here or head to rachaelwelford.com✨ On this episode, Rachael welcomes Beaonca Ward, a passionate relationship therapist who has dedicated her career to helping others build sustainable connections. With a background in anxiety, she understands the challenges that arise in relationships and has made it her mission to share the knowledge and tools she has learned to support others. Key Takeaways In This Episode: Attachment styles T...2024-08-2958 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford69 - Coping with Chaos: Rachael's Return** TRIGGER WARNING** cancer/ grief/ ADHD/ Chronic fatigue I'm back, baby! After over a year off the radar, I’m finally here to tell you all about my wild ride through 2023. Honestly, it’s been a bit of a mess—think ADHD, chronic fatigue, grief, and just for fun, throw in a couple of car accidents and a family member’s cancer diagnosis. Lovely, right? But despite the chaos, I found some 'happy habits' that kept me somewhat sane, and I’m here to share those with you, along with a few laughs and probably mo...2024-08-2911 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford68 Anne Marie Zanzal | Breaking Stereotypes to Come Out Later in Life **TRIGGER WARNING - SEXUALITY** On this episode of Things I Wish I'd Known, Rachael welcomes Anne-Marie Zanzal, to delve into the journey of coming out later in life. Together we'll explore Anne-Marie's journey of self-discovery and acceptance. Growing up in a conservative, religious household, she shares how it took her 50 years to find her true self as a later-in-life lesbian. From growing up with strict rules about sex and marriage and the fear of the AIDS epidemic in the 80s to realising her own sexuality, we talk about finding a supportive community, embracing diversity, and the importance...2024-08-291h 01

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford67 Rachael Welford | Trust the Process. Lessons for Coping with Change On this episode of Things I Wish I'd Known, our host dives into the topic of trust and navigating major life changes. Rachael, shares her personal experience with trusting the process and using affirmations to cope with difficult changes, including the challenges of long COVID and her own recent experience of leaving London after 17 years. Listeners will gain valuable insights on building trust in oneself and the universe, as well as how to cultivate patience and reframe setbacks as opportunities. We want to know who you are and who you want to hear on the podcast... complete t...2023-06-2115 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford66 Michelle Agopsowicz | The Cumulative Effect of Trauma On this episode of Things I Wish I'd Known, host Rachael Welford sits down with trauma expert and Reiki master Michelle Agopsowicz to discuss the often misunderstood nature of trauma. Michelle emphasises that not all trauma is caused by one big event, but can instead be a cumulative effect of different smaller experiences throughout life. The two discuss the different ways in which trauma can manifest in a person's life, from the physical to the emotional. They also delve into the concept of forgiveness and how it can be misunderstood. Michelle shares her unique approach to healing trauma, which...2023-06-141h 04

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford65 Lisa McHargue | Digital Decluttering for Better Mental Health In this week's episode, Rachael chats with Lisa McHargue, a former teacher and digital organisation expert, about the importance of decluttering and organising your digital life. Lisa shares practical tips and a step-by-step plan to help you streamline your digital spaces and save time and energy, emphasizing the connection between digital organisation and better mental health, and urging us to value people for who they are, not what they have. Join us as we uncover the secrets to digital decluttering and, most importantly, staying on top and maintaining that new system. Get ready for a...2023-05-311h 12

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford64 Anaurada Kawtha | Race and Gender. The importance of open communication. In this episode of Things I Wish I'd Known, Rachael talks with Anaurada about the importance of intentional learning and nourishing marginalised communities without replicating colonial structures. We dive into our personal experiences with managing mental health, the challenges of discussing sensitive topics, breaking out of echo chambers, and uncovering unconscious bias. Additionally, we explore how colonialism impacted the world, specifically the dance world, and the importance of centring diverse stories and lineages when we look at race and gender. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on questioning biases and avoiding harmful attitudes when we have open communication. 2023-05-241h 13

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford63 Ana Velingard | Happiness or Hype The truth About AffirmationsTRIGGER WARNING eating disorders. On this episode, Rachael speaks with Ana Velingard, a mindset and manifestation coach, about overcoming her eating disorder, facing self-doubt, and learning to build unwavering belief in yourself. Ana shares her personal journey of discovering self-love and starting a business to help others create unshakable mindsets to achieve their goals. The conversation delves into the power of affirmations and accountability to establish new habits and maintain balance in life. The episode ends with a discussion about the compound effect of small changes for achieving happiness in different areas of life, as well as t...2023-05-1758 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford62 - Anna Schaffner | The Exhaustion Epidemic: Why Can’t We Keep Up? On this episode Rachael dives into the topic of burnout and how it affects our mental and physical health with Anna Schaffner, an academic, author, and coach specialising in the fascinating subject of exhaustion. While new technologies have made our lives more comfortable in many ways, they have also generated new stressors. Email is a significant stressor for many of us, taking away from our actual jobs and creating psychosocial stressors that can lead to a lack of hope for the future. We discuss the various factors that can contribute to burnout and emphasise the importance of rest and...2023-05-1052 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford61 Jonathan Garner | The Dark Side of Tech. Breaking Free from Digital Addiction.In this episode, Rachael speaks with the founder of Mind Over Tech, Jonathan Garner, a seasoned web developer and UX designer. They discuss intentional tech use and how companies manipulate algorithms to grab your attention. They explore the negative impact of social media on people's lives, particularly young adults, and how to mitigate these effects. Jonathan shares his personal experience with technology and why he created the Digital Habit Lab, a deck of cards designed to help individuals improve their wellbeing, productivity, and creativity in the digital space. If you're looking for practical tips to develop healthier relationships with...2023-05-031h 07

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford60 Claire Koryczan | Creative CuriosityIn this episode, Rachael interviews Claire Koryczan, a coach and strategist who helps leaders and HR professionals think creatively. They discuss the impact of AI on creativity, the power of curiosity, taking radical responsibility, and the importance of small habits. If you want to discover how to tap into your creativity, overcome fear, and achieve your goals, don't miss this inspiring conversation! ABOUT THE SHOW: Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares h...2023-04-261h 00

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford59 Why I’ve been away.The Things I Wish I'd Known podcast returns after a long hiatus, and you will not believe why Rachael has been away. You could not make this stuff up! Rachael reveals that the podcast is returning with new weekly episodes and additional social channels, such as TikTok, Instagram, and a brand new YouTube channel, to create a community around the podcast so you the listeners can share your feedback and suggestions. 2023-04-2507 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford57 Liz Joy Hardie | Find Your Joyful WellbeingWelcome to TIWIK- Things I Wish I'd Known, Season 5! More deep conversations to inspire you to create positive change in your life. Liz is a Holistic Wellbeing Coach, Yoga Therapist for Stress & Anxiety & Head of Wellness at MoreYoga. After starting her career in the fast-paced world of luxury fashion at Vivienne Westwood & Net-A-Porter, Liz found Yoga after being diagnosed with Malignant Hypertension and Generalised Anxiety and left the Fashion Industry with the goal of helping people feel better holistically. She is a proud advocate for Mental Health Awareness and her writing and commentary ha...2023-04-2538 min

Becoming More HumanUncle Kevin & I: How to transform your life in the face of adversity. The spiritual lessons we learned from Rachael WelfordThis week Uncke Kevin & Fran deep dive into the spiritual side of Rachael's interview from Tuesday’s episode. After facing huge personal challenges in life, it can sometimes feel impossible to see the wood through the trees, we reflect on Rachael's episode and her strength and teachings that came from such a tough place. This is a reminder that there is always a way through to smell the roses, but the personal journey is a life journey. Follow us https://www.instagram.com/becoming_more_human/ #StoriesWorthSharing For exclusive episodes visit www...2023-03-1726 min

Becoming More HumanRachael Welford on the power of healing from withinOn this week's episode, Francesca is joined by Rachael Welford. Rachael focuses on empowering women to heal so they can live in a place of inner power and happiness. Sharing her incredible story of overcoming burnout, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and suicide attempts to be voted one of London’s best alternative therapists by Time Out. This is an episode not to be missed! **TRIGGER WARNING** IN THIS EPISODE RACHAEL TALKS ABOUT SUICIDE This episode packs a punch, if you've ever wondered about changing your life then listen now! The episode is also available her...2023-03-141h 19

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford58 Zoe Elizabeth | Emotions and TransformationWelcome to TIWIK- Things I Wish I'd Known, Season 5! More deep conversations to inspire you to create positive change in your life. Based in Mexico, Zoë is an Intuitive Therapist and her practice is rooted in her intuition. With over 10 years of experience working as a remote therapist, she combines Psychotherapy & Energy Psychology, bridging the space between spirituality and psychology. Zoë has supported hundreds of clients to personally, professionally & spiritually develop by freeing themselves from issues like anxiety, addiction, depression, bereavement, unhealthy relationships & unhealed traumas. Clients include CEO's, leading professionals in spiri...2022-08-2855 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford56 Kavita Golia | Embodied HealthWelcome to TIWIK- Things I Wish I'd Known, Season 5! More deep conversations to inspire you to create positive change in your life. Kavita is a transformation and embodiment coach on a mission to help people to get out of their heads, connect with their bodies and move forward in their lives through embodied decisions. She has a passion for her work because she knows what its like to be stuck. With a background in psychology, she went to Thailand to begin her initial 200 hour yoga teacher training. This process blew her mind and up...2022-06-2737 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford55 Tamu Thomas | Trust. Trauma and Truth.Trigger warning: We discuss trauma, mental health issues & race in this episode. I have been wanting to speak to Tamu on this podcast for a hot minute and this week it happened! Tamu’s work is informed by her background of sixteen years in social work, somatic coach training, her love of behavioural neuroscience and polyvagal theory, positive psychology, spirituality and joy. Tamu combines these modalities to create a multifaceted body of work that helps her clients begin to tend to their needs, feel safe in their bodies, befriend themselves and begin to enjoy who the...2022-06-1753 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford54 Josh Connolly | Finding and Following Your TruthWelcome to TIWIK- Things I Wish I'd Known, Season 5! More deep conversations to inspire you to create positive change in your life. *Trigger warning alcoholism & mental health As one of the UK’s most influential mental health advocates, he regularly speaks on BBC, ITV & Channel 5 news. Josh has also spoken in the House of Commons, contributed to mental health policy and even advised the scriptwriting team on Hollyoaks. He has run resilience workshops for village schools and global brands alike. Additionally, he is an ambassador for Nacoa – a national charity supporting people affected by a...2022-06-1750 min

Shine On You Crazy DaisyLook Mum, no hands! - Rachael Welford from Rachael WelfordSuch a vivid description of what depression feels like - and how to look at HappINess in a way that can help you in recovery. Finding how your "comfort zone is where business goes to die" - and what this means for you in reality! Rachael Welford - www.rachaelwelford.com MEMBERSHIP To join the Shine On You Crazy Daisy Membership and invest in the growth of your business, please click here to find out more. You will receive knowledge to grow your business and support to implement what you learn, putti...2022-02-1813 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford53 Emma Martins - Invisible Illness"Oh, you don't look ill" We have all heard this from time to time, and most of us half know that it's not the thing to say to someone suffering from an illness of some description. So let's break it down for you here in this fireside chat, and enjoy the uplifting story of Emma's albeit work in progress, amazing recovery and ongoing contribution after a brain injury. Key Points from the Interview: The unbelievably complex journey back from a brain injury. How picking up a cup unaided was a massive victory! ...2021-07-1344 min

Then One Day...The business of wellbeingIn this episode of Then One Day, Veronica is joined by three community business champions to discuss nurturing wellbeing in our neighbourhoods and protecting the mental health of those who are making a difference. Panelists include: Lucy Dosser (Growing Sudley), Jabo Butera (Diversity Business Incubator) and Rachael Welford (Welford Wellbeing).2021-06-2935 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford52 Dr. Peta Stapleton - Tapping the Inner HealerEFT. Emotional Freedom Technique. Thought Field Therapy was accidentally discovered by Roger Callaghan and it evolved and was developed into EFT by Gary Craig. It looks crazy and off the wall, but practitioners were noticing how it could create almost instant relief and change within clients. Now, Dr Peta Stapleton takes it to the next level. Key Points From the Interview. How EFT has been researched and is looking more miraculous than ever. How gene expression (the difference between being ill and not being ill) can change dramatically. How the...2021-06-2941 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford51 Ceri Ashe - Bipolar. The Ups and Downs** CONTAINS FRANK DISCUSSION OF BIPOLAR DISORDER, SUICIDE AND RECREATIONAL DRUGS THAT MAY BE TRIGGERING** Bipolar. Most of us have heard the word, but not all of us have experienced it. Welcome to a frank, spirited and funny discussion with the conditions articulated from personal and present experience - learn more about it, and how to understand someone who suffers from it better. Key points from the interview: How Ceri found freedom and manages her condition. A perversely funny reason that Bipolar is hard to diagnose. How the brain needs love and care, just like any other vital o...2021-06-0854 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford50 Shauna Cummins - Wishcraft & mind massagingTrigger warning: This podcast has mentions OCD, CPTSD, parental death, childhood illness and hospitalisation, pandemic and mental health. When you think of hypnosis, what do you think of? People clucking like a chicken on a stage with all their mates laughing at them? Me too! But not after this fascinating chat with Shauna. Oh no, this Woman will teach you how to make your mind work for you, not against you. That when you tap into what you appreciate about yourself and learn the art of the Wishcraft, you really can turn wishes into actions a...2021-06-011h 07

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford49 Gina Atsu - The Divine FeminineTrigger warning: This episode discusses being a child/ teenage parent, mental health and sexuality. Some enlightened teachers say we have male AND female energy within us. Let's unpick it in a fascinating fireside chat. Key points from the interview. The fascinating balance of energies in us all. How Gina overcame massive challenges and re-created herself into an awesome empowered Being! Power dynamics and how they play out. How cultural memes control us and how we can be free. And if you ever wondered what the text speak bae means...you will be e...2021-05-2655 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford48 Sue Hunt - Designing a Non Binary WorldWhether we like it or not the current World model is pretty binary. Whether we look at it from the perspective of gender or right and wrong, healthy and unhealthy, healed and unhealed. Everything has a polar opposite, or does it? In this episode, Rachael speaks with Sue Hunt, author of Transitory Nature. Sue is looking at the World through a new non-binary lens. Maybe things aren't as black and white as they seem, maybe we can live in the grey areas. Sue Hunt is a radical Buddhist and has been sharing public te...2021-05-2553 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford47 Evelyn Leite - Compassionate Approach to Addiction.MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL **Contains references to domestic abuse, alcoholism and suicide that may be triggering** Welcome to a wild ride, Evelyn's story you could not make up. With more twists and turns than a high octane rollercoaster join us for this incredible conversation. Key points from this interview: How she came to the realisation that regardless of what she had been told, that there was nothing wrong at all with her. The "stuff" simply was not hers..... ....and how the soul destroying habit of self blame was finally l...2021-05-2447 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford46 Arthur Westinghouse - From Trauma to TriumphMENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL SERIES **Contains references to suicide and violence that may be triggering** I talk to this incredible gentle man Arthur, who shares a traumatic past, which he has not let define him; he shares his experiences in his chosen profession which is an interventionist, or to give him his full title, "CIP, CADC Intervention Specialist" He has done incredible work in the community, prisons and mental health establishments. Here, this incredibly gentle man shares wise words, that you can almost feel the healing bu...2021-05-2442 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford45 Mark White - An Attitude of Gratitude**Contains frank talk of mental health & addiction issues that may be triggering to some people** Mark White has held many titles over the years: father, husband, son, brother, CEO/founder, ideas man, but above all, he is a firm believer in not attaching himself to any particular label: “I am a human being first and what comes with that is my expectation around how I will be able to take on the different roles life has presented me and where my curiosity will continue to lead me.” Mark is the founder of a compa...2021-05-2256 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford44 Neil Long - Taking Off Mental Health MasksMENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL **Contains References to Suicide and Mental Illness that may be triggering** Rachael and her producer, the DJ and radio presenter Neil Long, talk all about mental health, self-care and healing. Key points from this interview: That although mental illness seems so isolating, you are far from alone. The "forest for the trees" syndrome, which creates the idea of isolation, but a very obvious reframe as to how that cannot possibly be true! How too much of a good thing is not necessarily good even with s...2021-05-1550 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford43 Chloe Bisson - End of DepressionMENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL **Contains references to clinical depression & suicide that may be triggering** Key Points from the interview. The healing obsession- is too much information a good thing...... ...but after much reading and study she realised she just wanted to understand her own brain! Understanding the chemical make up of emotions and how we can get stuck or even addicted to certain cycles. How she built a successful business and began to notice old patterns creeping in, and the fear of admitting she may be relapsing. And, more importantly, how she overcame...2021-05-1449 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford42 Dawn Stemmer - Hard Experience, Fast SolutionsMENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL **Contains references to grief, alcoholism & suicide that may be triggering** Grief. Depression. Is there any difference? Is this whole thing more nuanced than we like to think? Dawn Stemmer thinks so, and shares her wisdom born from an experience of suicide in the family. Key Points From This Interview: The importance of facing things in reality in the present moment. Negative patterns and cycles and how to break them. Dealing with the seeming enigma that is the grief experience. How to close the g...2021-05-1250 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford41 Chelsea Anyiam - Shedding Pounds of PainMENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL **Contains references to death, weight, depression and mental health issues that may be triggering** Welcome Chelsea to this inspiring episode. After the shock of the untimely death of her mum, and finding out the father of her newborn son had been cheating she fell into a deep depression and used food as comfort. Now she talks to Rachael about her path back to a healthier and more importantly happier version of herself. Key points of the episode: The passion she has to...2021-05-1143 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford40 Lily Magill - Eating EmpowermentMENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK SPECIAL. ** Contains references to eating disorders and suicide attempts that may be triggering** In this episode, I chat to Lily all about mental health with a focus on suicide prevention. Nothing truly is off limits as we share the downs, the ups, and most importantly the maintenance of mental health and wellbeing. Lily is a survivor, a thriver, a certified recovery specialist and loves to support you in finding your Power, Voice and Authentic Self. Reach out to her on Insta: htt...2021-05-1043 min

Unbroken: Healing Through Storytelling29: Things I Wish I Knew with Rachael WelfordIn 2014 Rachael Welford’s life changed forever. She was bedridden. She couldn't work for a year and it took her an additional two years to get back to functioning.The issue? Depression, anxiety and panic attacks. The solution? Mastering her mindset, meditation and self-development. And that’s what she teaches now. Welford Wellbeing helps people to stop suffering in silence. Move out of their own shadows and light up their lives in ways they never knew possibleYou can’t fail to be motivated and energised when you listen to Rachael! She has been on...2021-03-1041 min

Open Mind with Frankie BridgeSelf-Care Sessions: Stress with Rachael WelfordFounder of Welford Wellbeing, Rachael Welford, answers your listener questions around the topic of stress.2021-03-0931 min

Love Sober PodcastLove Sober Podcast 99 Guest: Rachael Welford 09/10/2020Episode 99! This week on the pod we had the great honor of talking to the wonderful @welfordwellbeing Rachael Welford. Rachael is the founder of Welford Wellbeing and Clear Club and the host of Things I Wish I’d Known Podcast. She is on a mission to empower people to take control of their mental, emotional and spiritual health so they can live fuller and happier lives. If you’re looking for a self-love overhaul, newfound confidence and a mindset reset, you’ve found the right place. Rachael’s infectious energy sparks motivation and change. She shares pr...2020-10-0958 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford39 Janey Lee Grace - Staying Sober.To end this season of Things I Wish I'd Known (I know I am sad too!) I'm speaking with Janey Lee Grace. She has done so many things in her life, it's almost difficult to create an intro for her. During this episode, we discuss the fear of losing control and the pressure on Mum’s when it comes to alcohol. We chat about the need and excitement we both feel for the new alcohol-free alternatives that stop you from drinking diet coke all night and how we will leave a party if it’s sh*t beca...2020-09-2952 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael WelfordJaney Lee Grace - TIWIK Staying Sober S3 Ep. 14To end this season of Things I Wish I'd Known (I know I am sad too!) I'm speaking with Janey Lee Grace. She has done so many things in her life, it's almost difficult to create an intro for her.During this episode, we discuss the fear of losing control and the pressure on Mum’s when it comes to alcohol. We chat about the need and excitement we both feel for the new alcohol-free alternatives that stop you from drinking diet coke all night and how we will leave a party if it’s sh*t beca...2020-09-2900 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford38 Cherub - Sound As TherapyI'm really honoured to be introducing one of my teachers who got me into gong, Cherub Sanson. A woman supremely dedicated to sharing the transformational powers of sound, and the benefits of exploring frequency to guide us all into happier, healthier states of mind. She's a sound artist and teacher based in London. The founder of Cherabella, where she makes the most incredible cost-effective crystal bowls and beautiful tuning forks. And she's also just launched, the sister sound circle where you can join her in mainlining new moon sister, sound energy once a month. She says it's t...2020-09-2248 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford37 Sovel Cunningham - Family Trauma, The Truth ***Listener discretion advised if the topic of family violence is a trigger*** This week I am speaking with Sovel Cunningham about owning your truth, moving out of your outdated stories and finding your voice. Sovel is a poet, a speaker, and an author of Marshalled In Ranks, who uses the spoken and written word in order to help people remove their masks and find their truth. We discuss bringing awareness to and removing family patterns and the trauma which is left from abuse. Sovel's story is moving and will inspire you to find and follow your truth. You can find out...2020-09-151h 03

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford36 Madeleine Black -Surviving Sexual Trauma*** Listener discretion advised - trigger warning for topics of trauma, violence, and rape are covered *** Madeleine Black, is a survivor. Her story of hope and healing over 40 years is immensely inspiring. She is a public speaker and the author of Unbroken. It's safe to say that Madaleine has experienced more trauma than most well in their lifetime. Surviving a violent gang rape when she was 13 and raped three more times by the age of 18. Madeline is a patron and supporter of SAY-women, which is a charity in Glasgow that supports young women from 16 to 25 people th...2020-09-0841 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford35 Lis Cashin - Living With Undiagnosed PTSD*** Listener discretion advised - topics of trauma, death and grief are covered *** Award-winning author and TEDx global speaker, Lis Cashin is a survivor. Her story is incredibly inspiring and I am so pleased to be able to share this conversation with you all. As a teenager Lis experienced a quite unique and severe trauma. She lived with undiagnosed PTSD for over 30 years which led to her being on a path of self-destruction for a long time. Until a breakthrough moment changed the course of her life forever. She has transformed her trauma into an incredible memoir, THIS...2020-09-0155 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford34 Alexandra Roxo - Sensuality As A Spiritual Path*Listener discretion is advised is sexual topics are not your bag. * In this episode, I chat with Alexandra Roxo an American author, spiritual teacher and artist who helps Women navigate the modern feminine experience. She has been featured on TV shows such as Slutever on Viceland, Sex/ Life on Epix, youtube shows and international publications and now she joins us for an episode of TIWIK about sensuality. Nothing is off-limits with discussions traversing whether God agrees with threesomes and spanking, anal sex, how Women waste time, money and energy trying to fit in and never f...2020-08-2555 min

Squiggly Careers#166 Stress and Selfcare with Rachael WelfordFor the last episode in our Setting Yourself Up for Success series, Helen talks to wellbeing expert Rachael Welford about stress and the importance of self-care. They talk about how to make meditation manageable, how to stop negative beliefs getting in your way and how to develop health-ful habits. For more on Rachael's work, head to: https://www.welfordwellbeing.com/For everything else Squiggly Careers related, head to www.amazingif.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-08-2115 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford33 Adele Wang - Feminine Presence As PowerThis week I am talking to Adele Wang, a mentor, speaker, author and energy healer from Atlanta, USA. We discuss how the constant drumbeat of self-development can create a culture of needing to 'fix' yourself and that when the bar keeps moving you can get stuck in a "not good enough" loop which can lead to, or be unhelpful when dealing with depression. We dive into the links between deep connection, receiving and more Feminine presence traits and how when we can experience people in the moment, we can heal. Adele had suffered for many years with depression, anxiety a...2020-08-1843 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford32 Tommy Danquah - Men’s Mental HealthThis week I am chatting with Tommy Danquah, one half of Man up! The Men's Mental Health Podcast. We talk self-medicating, chaotic environments, hiding from ourselves and others and what we did to own our depression and begin to heal. Tommy is a blogger, musician and Dad based in Watford who has been through life-changing depression which affected his young family so adversely he has been through radical change to get back on track. He is keen to help others who are going through the same thing in the best way he can, by talking, so I h...2020-08-111h 06

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford31 Cate Murden - Wellbeing at WorkThis week I am chatting all things workplace wellbeing with Cate Murden, founder of PUSH Mind and Body. PUSH is working with companies to make them more human and ensure no one dreads going to or feels like they are just existing at work. We chat all things mental health tools and how you can't out yoga a bad boss and that you should aim for work-life brilliance, not work-life balance. Cate shares her personal story of burn out and how she has completely realigned her life to her values and whether COVID has changed...2020-08-0429 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford30 Tamara Driessen (a.k.a. Wolf Sister) - Crystal CodeWolf Sister, is your spiritual advisor, healer, and support sister to guide back home to yourself using modern mysticism. Which is not as mysterious as you think. She helps you bring out what’s already inside of you. During this episode, we chat all about “witchy stuff”, crystals and the moon, mental health and using your intuition to get your life back on track. You can find more information at www.wolfsister.com Read - Luna pre-order ready for release on 20th August 2020 and The Crystal Code ----- Things...2020-07-2850 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford29 Isik Tlabar - BreathworkIn this episode, we discuss what transformational coaching is, how to connect to your truth and rule-breaking. We go into our personal experiences with breathwork and how the breath can unlock who we naturally are. Isik Tlabar is a transformational coach and breathwork facilitator. Her self development journey started young practising yoga and meditation from 8 years old with her Mum. Isik was always fascinated by growth, transformation and learning new things and this infectious curiosity comes across in this episode. You can find out more about Isik on Instagram or via her Inner L...2020-07-2151 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford28 Kevin Hempsted - GaslightingThis week I am chatting all things gaslighting with Kevin Hempsted. Kevin is a humanistic counsellor, and registered BACP member, with 13 years extensive experience in addiction, childhood sexual abuse and bereavement. During this episode, we discuss the subject of gaslighting and bullying. Speaking from our own experiences and how gaslighting is tied up in shame, manipulation and brainwashing. How to notice if you’re being gaslighted and how to get help. For more information: https://kevinhempstedcounsellor.com/ 2020-07-1450 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford25 - Soften (Isolation Station)During this episode, inspired by a download I had in meditation, I discuss how rigid we may have become in our lives and our thinking. Are we releasing control or are we becoming gradually more judgemental and tough on others and ourselves? Can you soften more? Can you find more space? Can you release control? Listen and find out. EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please reach out to get help. There are amazing charities where you can find help...2020-07-0906 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford27 Rachel Kabel - Mindfulness MagicThis week my guest is Rachael Kable, the vibrant and warm-hearted creator of The Mindful Kind podcast, which has been downloaded more than 5 million times! When I heard her pod I knew I wanted her as a guest. We discuss the differences between counselling, psychology and coaching and Rachael’s journey with mindfulness and anxiety. For more information: Website: www.rachaelkable.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/rachaelkable Facebook: www.facebook.com/rachaelkable 2020-07-0746 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford26 Brad Yates - Emotional FreedomBrad Yates is known internationally for his creative and often humorous use of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and is also the sole reason that I trained too! He’s the author of multiple books including the best-selling children's book "The Wizard's Wish," and has been featured as an expert in films, on stage at seminars, on radio and has been viewed more than 28 million times on his youtube channel. We chat all things emotions, bending spoons and how a “grown man, made a living out of tapping on his face”. Brad has created a special offer fo...2020-06-3057 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford24 Stressed? HALT (Isolation Station)During this episode, I discuss the HALT tool for stress and how to use it. HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. This tool has been a lifesaver for me on my journey and I hope it will help you guys too. I share healthy tools to help process each of these states. EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please reach out to get help. There are amazing charities where you can find help: How to find the right therapist blog https://www.welfordwellbeing.com/post/how-to-pick-the-right-therapist FREE DO...2020-05-0616 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford23 Depression (Isolation Station)During this episode, I discuss the concept of the impossible task. A concept which was introduced to me by a good friend Ceri Ashe. When depression comes on, what should we do? I don’t necessarily recommend this but I used to roll off my bed onto the floor and lay there arguing with myself to get up. Eventually, I’d be sitting, then ultimately I’d be standing… aimlessly staring at a wall. If nothing changes unless you do, what can we change in order to beat depression? EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need he...2020-05-0518 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford22 Creation and Destruction (Isolation Station)Are you creating or destroying? Are you an active participant in your own life? What if you were to move into a state of compassion? If we’re to live in a wise way maybe we could live our lives by asking these questions more often. During this episode, I ponder these questions and what happens when we get bored, confused and lose our purpose and talk through how we can learn to tolerate our unhelpful experiences more easily. EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please...2020-05-0411 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford21 Limitations (Isolation Station)During this episode, I share a reading from Caroline Myss PHD’s Book, Anatomy of the Spirit. I wonder if we can let go of human reasoning and tune into more spiritual connection to help connect the dots and make sense of whats happening with COVID-19? Caroline says “The more we can release our learned tendency to judge, the more we open up to our minds to a quality of understanding that is divine in origin. Human reasoning can never answer the mysteries of our lives.” in the book and I ponder this and whether we will we ever go back...2020-05-0310 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford20 The Why? Journaling Method (Isolation Station)During this episode, I share a very personal account of the “why” journaling method and how to do it. This method of journaling helps you to uncover what is really going on underneath your psyche and is a great soul searching tool and how you can use it alongside EFT Tapping in order to clear root negative beliefs. EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please reach out to get help. There are amazing charities where you can find help: Samaritans - Confidential support for people experiencing feelings...2020-05-0206 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford19 Sananga Plant Medicine (Isolation Station)During this episode, I recount my experience of working with the plant medicine Sanaga for 30 days. Sananga is often used to help improve night vision for hunting within tribes in the Amazon. More recently it is often used as a precursor to Ayahuasca ceremonies or as a stand-alone treatment for a variety of physical and energetic ailments. I discuss why I did it and how when the message “Stop trying, just receive” came through with the medicine, it changed my life and how I am pondering the question "Where can you allow more in your life? To just receive and w...2020-05-0208 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford18 A Woman’s Worth (Isolation Station)This episode was inspired by the book A Woman’s Worth by Marianne Williamson where she says, “You need not apologise for being brilliant, talented, gorgeous, rich or smart. Your success does not take away from anyone else’s.” During this episode, I ponder the theory of making yourself small to serve others and why that doesn’t work. ABOUT THE SHOW Isolation Station is an offshoot of the Things I Wish I’d Known (TIWIK) podcast. During the lockdown, Rachael has been isolated in her flat by her self, so as a passionate podcaster, she thought the best way...2020-04-2908 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford17 Listen to yourself. (Isolation Station)During this episode, I discuss listening to yourself and potentially using this time of isolation as a pause button where you can reevaluate your life. It was inspired by Gary Vee, I was listening to him talk to someone and he said "don’t think - do!" and it made me wonder how much time I have wasted listening to others and waiting for permission.... EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please reach out to get help. There are amazing charities where you can find help: Samari...2020-04-2813 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford16 Loneliness (Isolation Station)With loneliness shown to increase our risk of dying early by nearly 45%, now seemed like a really good time to share my thoughts on loneliness during lockdown. I discuss the differences I have felt from living with 18 people to now being isolated in my flat alone. Why we may get lonely and what we can do to combat it. EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please reach out to get help. There are amazing charities where you can find help: Samaritans - Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of d...2020-04-2718 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford15 Courage And Fear. (Isolation Station)Thoughts on courage & fear Are you defending your limitations? What are you afraid of? During this episode of Isolation Station, I discuss my thoughts on limitations, creativity, courage and fear. The inspiration for this episode is sparked from an old diary entry of notes I took whilst listening to Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert. EPISODE INFO AND LINKS: If you need help with your mental health, please reach out to get help. There are amazing charities where you can find help: Samaritans - Confidential support for people experiencing feeli...2020-04-2712 min

SoulScapeYou Are Not Your Label – Rachael WellfordRachael is the founder of Welford Wellbeing, dedicated to helping everyone discover their "high vibes gateway to better mental health”. Rachael is in discussion with Paul today about the subject of labels, and how the unfortunately all-too-common practice of labelling such complex beings as humans can lead to stigmatisation and misconception, and how we can do our part to dismantle these regrettable barriers. KEY TAKEAWAYS Labels seek to limit our potential. By applying them to human beings, especially those who have faced challenges in life, we instantly stigmatise and restrict their capacity. By instilling a...2020-04-2140 min

Alcohol Free Life - Janey Lee Grace61: Featuring Rachael WelfordFeaturing Rachael Welford on the importance of meditation, and the launch of the Self Love Challenge in The Sober Club, are you #selflovecurious 2020-02-0755 min

The Entrepreneur Way1463: Playing Your Strengths and Hiring out Your Weaknesses with Rachael Welford Founder and Owner of Welford WellbeingRachael Welford is the founder of Welford Wellbeing and host of Things I Wish I’d Known Podcast. Her infectious energy drives her mission to release the stigma around mental health after her diagnosis of clinical depression and anxiety. She shares tools and knowledge which empowers those suffering to take back control & build lasting positive change. In the short time she has been running Welford Wellbeing, Rachael has worked with with a variety of companies including Reuters, UN Women, lululemon, TFL and Barbican as well as being voted one of London’s best therapists by Timeout. “just keep g...2020-02-0500 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford14 Season One SummaryThis is the last episode of season 1! I’m so grateful to everyone who has listened and supported this podcast so far and can not wait to come back with season two in 2020. During this episode I share some of the things I wish I’d known over the last year and also over my lifetime. I want to share with you that no matter how bad you think it is, you can make positive changes in your life and improve your mental health. I talk about how terrifying it is to lose your mind, how to...2019-12-1132 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford13 Damien Fogg - Money MattersMoney is historically a complex subject for most people to discuss. Whether you’ve got it, had it and lost it or never had it, no one seems to want to talk about the m word… this is why I wanted to cover it on TIWIK. Damien Fogg is the author of The Money Shot - The (Slightly Less Dull) Guide to Personal Finance and Investing alongside being an investor, entrepreneur, mortgage adviser, Chartered Surveyor, day trader, property developer, landlord, entrepreneur... and former financial adviser. Oh and in his spare time he runs the EP Investor. Growing up a...2019-12-0341 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford12 Ryan Lanji - People PleasingPeople pleasing is a big issue for many people and I know that was a huge part of what led to my break down. Feeling like I could never say no to anyone and that I had to keep everyone happy was a real issue so I was over the moon when Ryan said he would love to discuss people pleasing for his episode. Ryan Lanji is a Fashion & Art Curator, his curatorial direction on shows, PR events, collaborations and launches have led to global recognition in fashion and art alike, bringing together some of the biggest...2019-11-2652 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford11 Francesca Oddie - AstrologyThe first time I met Francesca Oddie, I think we talked enthusiastically for about 2 hours about energy, the moon, the stars and planets and everything in between. I LOVE this woman's energy! Fran is a passionate (she says obsessive) astrologer who really goes into the depths of astrology as a fascinating science. Her quest is to present the subject simply and to enable people to comprehend the reliable roots of astrology and this seems to have been the case since she saw the word Sagittarius at age 5. During this episode we discuss how Francesca got in...2019-11-1951 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford10 Darren Springer - Magic MushroomsDarren Springer is a teacher, researcher and qualified organic horticulturist. By day he teaches organic gardening and food enterprise to “so called” hard to reach young people, in particular those who have been temporarily or permanently excluded from mainstream school. Darren is part of the Breaking Convention committee and works closely with Funzing, organising thought provoking talks and workshops around the subjects of Mushroom cultivation, psychedelic experiences and unearthing ancient buried knowledge from African-Caribbean history, culture and spirituality. During this episode Darren and I discuss how we connected many years ago through a mutual love of art. We d...2019-11-1248 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford09 Mandy Manners - Shame SolutionsMandy Manners is a coach, speaker, writer and Mum of two. She has left her party lifestyle behind to embrace a sober life, calmer brain and pursue slow life satisfaction. She is passionate about breaking down the stigma of shame, trauma and mental illness through telling her own story honestly and authentically. You can see why I invited her on the podcast as our missions are completely aligned and she is such an open, kind hearted soul I wanted to help share her knowledge with you. Mandy is also the co-founder of Love Sober with Kate Baily. T...2019-11-051h 05

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford08 Scott (The Boy Who Drank Too Much) AKA Proud and SoberScott, also known as AKA Proud and Sober (Was The Boy Who Drank Too Much when this was recorded), is a sober activist and LGBTQI+ advocate and this week I’m talking to him about all things sobriety. At just over one year sober, Scott’s mission is to support others in their journey to sobriety and be of value to the LGBTQI+ community. We discuss everything from self medicating to when drinking gets too much, through to whether sobriety affects friendships and how to deal with your emotions when you get sober. Essentially we let you know what happ...2019-10-2946 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford07 Sarah Ross - BurnoutThis week I am speaking with Sarah Ross, a burnout recovery expert who helps executives and entrepreneurs reset, recharge and thrive after burnout using the Burnout Freedom Formula. We discuss how an acting coach completely changed the whole direction of her life and how an experience in a children's cancer ward literally saved her life. This episode gets deep! We discuss the risks of becoming a corporate junkie which leads to exhaustion and feeling like you can’t cope. Feeling alone and not having anyone to turn too and eventually, setting an expiry date and cre...2019-10-2245 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford06 Samantha Houghton - Storytelling Is Healing ArtSamantha Houghton describes herself as a trauma thriver, book lover and coffee drinker. Maybe this is why we had so much to talk about? Samantha is an award winning author having published The Invisible Girl: A Secret Life, Permission To Be Myself and #1 bestseller Courage: Stories of Darkness to Light. She now works to help others with her writing gifts though inspirational book mentoring and intuitive ghostwriting. In this episode we discuss how storytelling can be super healing and how writing a book allowed Samantha to change her labels and stories around mental health. We discuss her...2019-10-1540 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford05 Ruby Warrington - Sober CuriosityThis week I am talking to the inspiring Ruby Warrington. Ruby is a British writer, author and thought-leader currently located in Brooklyn, NY. Formerly Features Editor on the UK Sunday Times Style supplement, she is Founder of Now Age lifestyle platform The Numinous, and co-founder of “sober curious” events series Club SÖDA NYC. Her two books, Material Girl, Mystical World: The Now Age Guide to a High Vibe Life, and Sober Curious: The Blissful Sleep, Laser Focus, Limitless Presence, and Deep Connection Awaiting Us All on the Other Side of Alcohol, are both published by HarperCollins and if that...2019-10-0851 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford04 Alex from NINI Organics - Skincare is an INSULTIn this week's episode Rachael meets Alex the co-founder of NINI Organics. NINI Organics was created by Alex and his Sister Nicole and was designed with one mission in mind, to create the ultimate superfood for your skin, made with 100% Natural and Organic ingredients. Alex talks about his experience with severe acne from the age of 16 and how that affected his self esteem to why we should choose organic skincare and green beauty. Alex explains how the name NINI came about and introduces his INSULT acronym which will help you when you are looking to buy new sk...2019-10-0152 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford03 Millie Gooch founder of Sober Girl SocietyMillie Gooch is a writer, speaker and founder of Sober Girl Society a platform with over 50,000 members world wide who bond and support each other over their sober journeys. In this episode Rachael talks to Millie about her sobriety journey and how she came to set up Sober Girl Society, a sober babe space connecting independent not gin-dependent women the world over. We talk about our own experiences with going from party girl to sobriety girl, mental health and the effects of alcohol and how to find fun after sobriety. EPISODE LINKS: 2019-09-2436 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford02 Gabby Allen - AnxietyYou may know Gabby from Love Island, but there’s likely a lot you don’t know about this awesome woman. She is a professional dancer, qualified fitness coach and author of Shape up with Gabby Allen and is super passionate about helping others get fit and feel good about themselves and their bodies. In this episode Gabby talks to Rachael about the pressures of social media and how she manages her anxiety, especially with the pressures of being in the public eye. We talk about our own experiences with anxiety and how to handle it. What anxie...2019-09-1738 min

Things I Wish I’d Known with Rachael Welford01 Dan Winterbourne - SuicideTrigger warning: This episode discusses mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and paranoid schizophrenia, as well as suicide ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please seek professional help. In this episode, Rachael interviews Dan Winterbourne about his journey overcoming multiple mental health diagnoses. Despite struggling with depression, anxiety, and paranoid schizophrenia, Dan managed to turn his life around and find a way to help others heal themselves through mental health hacks. This inspiring conversation offers hope and practical tips for anyone dealing with mental health challenges. Follow u...2019-09-0838 min

Sober CuriousBooze, Burnout, and Mental Health, with Rachael WelfordThe first episode of Season 2 is an interview with Rachael Welford of Welford Wellbeing, a British healer and energy worker who's only dream as a kid was "to be a raver when I grew up." Rachael shares her story of gravitating towards a work-hard-play-hard lifestyle as a way of medicating underlying mental health issues, and the breakdown that eventually led to her getting "sober curious" and quitting drinking for good. In this episode, we discuss: What people mean when they say they don't "trust" non-drinkers Why drinking is so normalized in our culture 2019-09-051h 25

This EndoLifeEp 40: Why It's Important to Look After Your Liver with Endometriosis Many of us think that endometriosis is linked only to our reproductive organs and pelvic area. But did you know that the liver is essential in helping us to manage endometriosis? In this episode, I explore everything I’ve learnt about the liver and endometriosis so far, and the ways I am supporting my liver, and how that’s positively impacted my endometriosis symptoms. If you’re looking to understand endometriosis natural treatment options, this episode is for you. Come say hello on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook or sign up to my newsletter. If you...2019-05-2733 min

HER ConversationsWords From HER Women - Collection 2I was inspired to create HER Conversations in September 2017 I reached out to the women that I knew to invite them to be interview for the series. So thank you to Abi Osho Alexis Jones Anita Mckenzie Courtney Amundson Donna Owindi Kristina Wingeier Lorraine Whyte Rachael Welford Sharleen Linton Sharon Curry Shola Kaye For agreeing to come onboard from a simple email. Ideas only ever grow with support. Pu...2018-01-0124 min

HER ConversationsSpirituality in the City with Rachael WelfordOn this weeks HER Conversations I am joined by Rachael Welford of Welford Wellbeing. Through her company, she offers a range of healing modalities including Meditation, Reiki, Gong Baths for the stressed out Londoner looking for some calm in this crazy city. I feel that one of the main factors in Rachael’s success is her candour about her experiences and her approachability. During our time together Rachael shares the reality of living with depression and anxiety, how she found value within that challenge and what it actually means to be a spiritual pers...2017-11-261h 34

This EndoLifeEpisode 6: Recovering from a Breakdown, Healing with Alternative Therapies and Life After Anxiety with Rachael Welford of Welford WellbeingThis week I'm talking to Rachael Welford of Welford Wellbeing. Five years ago Rachael hit rock bottom when she experienced a breakdown and her entire life changed. Up until her breakdown, Rachael had been partying, working a million miles per hour and was self-medicating - all the while with severe anxiety. Following her breakdown, Rachael spent nine months recovering, and in that time, found support from medication, the Samaritans, therapy and eventually alternative healing. As a result of her experience, Rachael now runs Welford Wellbeing; a space where she supports and heals others through reiki, sound therapy...2017-07-3151 min