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Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionUnderstanding the Loneliness Epidemic | John Vervaeke on Trust, Belonging & MeaningThis week on Live Well Be Well, I'm delighted to welcome cognitive scientist and philosopher John Vervaeke to explore what he calls "the meaning crisis" - a profound cultural shift affecting our collective wellbeing and sense of purpose.John unpacks why meaning is so essential to our cognitive agency, selfhood, and personhood. We explore how modern life has disconnected us from ourselves, from each other, and from the world around us, leading to rising mental health issues, addiction, and loneliness. As John explains, finding meaning isn't about pursuing individual purpose but about cultivating wisdom...2025-05-141h 01
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe 7 Pillars to Finding Genuine Love Beyond Dating Apps | Francesca HogiThis week on Live Well Be Well, I'm exploring the world of modern love and relationships with dating coach and author Francesca Hogi. In an era where AI relationships are becoming reality and dating apps dominate our search for connection, Francesca offers refreshing insights into how we can find authentic love in these complex times.Our conversation dives deep into what creates emotional safety in relationships, the importance of developing self-trust, and why so many people are feeling burnt out by modern dating culture. Francesca shares her powerful perspective on the "new definition of...2025-05-071h 16
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Brain-Immune Expert: This Is How Social Media Is Reprogramming Your Immune System | Prof. Dan NicolauI'm excited to share this week's Live Well Be Well episode with you all! I had Dr. Dan Nicolau join me to explore the fascinating intersection of our brain and immune system - a relationship that could completely transform how we understand health and disease."Neuroimmunology" - the powerful two-way communication between our brain and immune system. We often think of these systems separately, but Dan reveals how they're constantly in dialogue, influencing everything from allergies and autoimmune conditions to mental health and chronic disease.We dive into how...2025-04-301h 11
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe 19-Year-Old Trying To Become The Oldest Man Alive: Inside The Blueprint Cult – Talmage JohnsonThrilled to welcome Talmage Johnson today on Live Well Be Well! After interviewing his father Bryan Johnson two years ago, I'm finally sitting down with the younger half of this pioneering health duo to discuss his journey with Blueprint – the revolutionary health protocol that's challenging how we approach longevity.At just 19 years old, Talmage offers a refreshingly thoughtful perspective on health optimisation. Talmage shares how his version of Blueprint focuses primarily on the foundational pillars of sleep, nutrition, and exercise. We dive deep into his daily routine – from his 4-6 hour eating window and plan...2025-04-231h 21
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionDr. Katie Lee: Why Bleeding Gums Might Mean You Have Leaky GUT!Today on Live Well Be Well, I’m diving into a topic that’s often overlooked but incredibly important—your oral microbiome. I’m joined by Dr. Katie Lee, who’s been exploring this field long before it started getting the attention it deserves.We've all heard about the gut microbiome, but did you know your mouth houses billions of bacteria that significantly impact your overall health? From heart disease and dementia to fertility struggles - the connection between your oral health and these conditions is astonishing! Dr. Lee explains how bleeding gums are actually a...2025-04-161h 23
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionFrom Drug Addiction to Fitness Inspiration - The Conversation That Saved His Life | Doug BopstThis week, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with someone whose story of transformation is not just powerful, but profoundly moving. Doug Bopst, once a convicted felon and drug addict, is now a celebrated speaker, author, and personal trainer using his experience to inspire others to break free from addiction and build lives of purpose and passion.In this episode, Doug and I dive deep into the truth behind recovery, the mindset shifts required to let go of the past, and the tools that helped him completely reshape his future. He shares...2025-04-091h 04
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionSimon Sinek: The ADHD Superpower - Why It’s My Greatest AdvantageThis week, I’m sitting down once again with someone who’s not only inspired millions around the world but has become a close friend - Simon Sinek. It’s such a joy to have this deeply open and personal conversation in his own home, where we journey far beyond leadership theory into the very heart of identity, self-acceptance, and the messy beauty of being human.Simon is the renowned author of Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, and The Infinite Game. Known globally for his work on leadership and purpose, Simon has transformed how organisations and indivi...2025-04-021h 23
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThese 3 Hormones Could Be Why You’re Addicted to Love | Dr. Emilia VuorisalmiIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Emilia Vuorisalmi, a medical doctor, researcher, and bestselling author known as Finland’s Love Doctor. We dive deep into the science of love, heartbreak, and hormonal balance, exploring how dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin shape our emotions, relationships, and overall wellbeing.Dr. Vuorisalmi shares her personal journey of overcoming love addiction, revealing how heartbreak can physically manifest in the body—and more importantly, how to heal. We discuss somatic therapy, breathwork, meditation, and lifestyle changes that help reset the nervous system and bring balance to our love hormones.Topi...2025-03-2650 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionHow to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Boost Your Brain Health with these PROVEN Foods | The Brain DocsI’ve always been fascinated by brain health—how we think, feel, and function is deeply tied to how we live our lives. And yet, for so long, cognitive decline has been framed as an inevitable part of ageing. But what if that’s not the full story?In this Live Well, Be Well episode, I sit down with two of the world’s leading neurologists, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai to explore the cutting-edge science of brain health, neuroplasticity, and longevity. Their work is revolutionising our understanding of how we can actively shape our cognitive future—and the tr...2025-02-191h 24
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionGut Health Masterclass: Expert Tips from 5 Leading Doctors and How to Use Food as MedicineDid you know that an estimated 70% of the immune system resides in the gut? Or that over 60 million people in the U.S. alone suffer from digestive health issues annually? It’s clear that gut health isn’t just about avoiding bloating—it’s the cornerstone of our overall well-being, influencing everything from our metabolism to our mood.In this week’s episode of Live Well Be Well, we’re diving into the fascinating world of gut health with five leading experts who are here to separate fact from fiction and give you practical tools to transform your health...2025-01-1559 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionDr. Gemma Newman: The Effects of Microplastics in Your Brain and the Healing Power of NatureI'm thrilled to welcome back Dr. Gemma Newman, this time in person at our beautiful studio! In this powerful conversation, we dive deep into what truly makes us healthy after her 20 years of medical practice. Dr. Newman shares her profound insights on the transformative power of self-compassion and how it shapes our wellbeing journey.We explore fascinating topics including the science behind nature's healing effects, the impact of microplastics on our health, and practical strategies for better sleep. Dr. Newman also introduces her innovative concept of 'electric nutrition' and explains how connecting with the earth can literally...2025-01-081h 04
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe No.1 Compassion Therapist: How To Rewire Your Brain For Courage & Kindness | Paul GilbertI had a profound conversation with Professor Paul Gilbert OBE, and what struck me most was Paul's raw honesty about how rage, not love, made him compassionate - a perspective that challenges everything we typically associate with compassion.We dove deep into why compassion is often misunderstood as weakness when it actually requires immense courage. Paul's insights on the evolution of compassion in scientific research over the past 20 years were fascinating, especially how it's reshaping our understanding of mental health and wellbeing. For anyone struggling with self-criticism or feeling vulnerable, this episode offers practical wisdom on developing...2025-01-011h 07
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionTop 10 Insights to Transform Your Well-Being in 2024 | Nutrition, Friendship & Science of CompassionAs we wrap up another incredible year of Live Well, Be Well, I'm excited to share with you my personal top takeaways from the fascinating conversations that have shaped 2024. In this special solo episode, I reflect on the transformative insights gained from speaking with some of the brightest minds in health, wellbeing, and personal development.I explore how our understanding of stress, longevity, friendship, decision-making, and compassion has evolved through these meaningful conversations. What makes this episode particularly special is how it demonstrates that true wellbeing isn't just about physical health – it's a multifaceted journey that encompasses ou...2024-12-241h 16
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionHow to Protect Your Brain & Break Free from Ultra-Processed Foods | Dr. Chris PalmerI'm thrilled to share this conversation with Dr. Chris Palmer, where we dive deep into the groundbreaking connection between mental health and metabolism. As someone who has worked extensively in mental health over the past decade, I was captivated by Chris's pioneering research and his message of hope for those struggling with mental health conditions.In this episode, we explore how metabolic health impacts our brain function and mental well-being, challenging traditional approaches to treating mental illness. Chris shares fascinating insights into how conditions like depression, anxiety, and even schizophrenia might be improved through metabolic interventions. We...2024-12-181h 14
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionHow to Reset Your Vagus Nerve & Unlock Better Mental Health | Radhika DasI'm thrilled to share this enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between spirituality and science. In this episode, I sit down with Radhika Das, a remarkable spiritual teacher and author, to explore the transformative power of mantra meditation and its scientifically-proven benefits for our mental and physical wellbeing.Together, we delve into fascinating research about how ancient practices like chanting and meditation can positively impact our vagus nerve, reduce stress, and promote overall wellness. We discuss the science behind sound therapy, the power of community in healing, and how mantras can serve as compassionate tools for self-discovery.2024-12-1155 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionBurnout Is Draining Your Potential & What Does Science Say About Managing Stress? | Sophie ScottHi, everyone! 🌟 In this week’s episode of Live Well, Be Well, I sit down with the brilliant psychotherapist Sophie Scott to dive deep into the topics we all need to hear more about: burnout, boundaries, and balanced living. Sophie brings her wealth of knowledge and experience as a therapist and author to the conversation, shedding light on how we can support our mental health while nurturing meaningful relationships.We start by unpacking the signs of burnout—something that affects over 80% of employees—and how to address it before it spirals. Sophie shares actionable strategies for identifying compassio...2024-12-041h 02
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionEffective Solutions for Hay Fever, Asthma, and Eczema | The Science Behind Allergy Treatments | Professor Gideon LackIn this fascinating episode of Live Well, Be Well, I sit down with Professor Gideon Lack, one of the world’s foremost experts on allergies. We dive deep into the rising prevalence of allergies, exploring the two significant waves of the allergy epidemic—respiratory and food-related—and what they mean for us today.Professor Lack sheds light on the hygiene hypothesis, explaining how modern cleanliness impacts our immune systems and the skin barrier, potentially leading to allergies. We also discuss his pioneering LEAP study, which found that introducing peanuts early in life dramatically reduces the risk of peanut...2024-11-2759 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionYung Pueblo's Path to Self-Healing: Transforming Life with One HabitIn this episode, my guest is Diego Perez, also known as Yung Pueblo—a writer, meditator, and author of the new book The Way Forward. We explore his personal journey of self-healing, discussing how to reconnect with our intuition and build self-trust.Diego shares how embracing meditation and self-awareness transformed his life, helping him overcome personal challenges. We delve into the importance of being present with our emotions, the practice of self-compassion, and the process of letting go to move forward.We also discuss the dynamics of relationships and the role personal growth plays within th...2024-11-061h 04
Actsplore ThisEP 75 Ask Us Anything & Life Updates with Janice & Sarah-AnnIt's been a hot min, fam and we're back with a belated episode: Ask Us Anything & Life Updates with Sarah-Ann and Janice.Huge thanks to our listeners for submitting a range of deep & thought-provoking questions to us, from the best and most underrated piece of career advice we've received, to our audacious goals, how we nurture our inner selves and the 'What Ifs' if life hasn't brought us to where we are today... Spoiler alert: stick around for some major life updates! It's been a long time coming and we're grateful that you're sticking around!💖2024-10-2134 min
Embodied SuccessFrom Surviving to Self CareIn this episode I get a bit personal talking about the difficult time I went through recently because of my partners alcohol addiction.
It's a story of transformation and empowerment that I link to six actionable steps you can take if you feel you are struggling with difficult emotions and overwhelm.
With these steps you can go from surviving to self care and begin your journey of empowerment.
I hope you enjoy this episode and I encourage you to reach out to me if you want to talk about it and how it...2024-10-1537 min
Embodied SuccessQuantum Living® with Anna AndersonIn this episode we are incredibly lucky to have a very special guest interview with Anna Anderson joining us from Melborne, Australia.
Anna is a Quantum Living® Coach & Teacher, Reiki Master, Spiritual Guide, Theta Meditation Teacher, Writer and Podcaster. Born with a strong connection to the Spirit World, with unstoppable curiosity since her early childhood Anna has made it her life's quest to find out how Life really works.
Anna is the Founder of Quantum Living® - a holistic, Personal Transformation & Spiritual Healing Practice at the intersection of science & spirituality, helping people find self-empowerment and...2024-09-051h 05Embodied SuccessEmbracing TransformationsThis episode is to celebrate the potent energy of the 8/8/8 Lions Gate Portal and the challenging growth and transformations that come along with it.When we are manifesting and calling in the life we desire often times we are asked to create space for the new.Creating space can look like breaking cycles, changing our patterns, setting boundaries and doing the deep healing work on our conditioning.The transformation I am going through during this portal has been deeply challenging but necessary and so I encourage you to embrace whatever it is you...2024-08-0816 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionStanford-trained physician: 5 Nutrients That Supercharge Your Cells (And Why It Matters)I'm thrilled to bring you my conversation with Dr. Casey Means, who is an expert in metabolic health. In this episode, we explore the science behind metabolic function and its impact on our overall health and wellbeing.Dr. Casey Means is a Stanford-trained physician and entrepreneur who graduated top of her class from Stanford Medical School. After completing four years of residency in head & neck surgery, she made the decision to leave traditional medicine to focus on addressing the root causes of illness.Driven by personal experience - her mother's death from pancreatic cancer after...2024-08-071h 20Embodied SuccessRosa Rowan: The Heartbreak HealerWelcome to Season Two of Embodied Success. This season's theme is LOVE so we are kicking off with a special guest called Rosa Rowan who is an expert in this field.
Rosa is an artist, a healer and a multidimensional florist and is here to help you through love, heartbreak and the healing process.
Take a journey with us in this episode to talk about love, relationships, narcissism, healing, our inner child and much more.
If you enjoy this episode and you want to get in touch with Rosa you can find her...2024-08-0147 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionSimon Sinek: The 8-Minute Rule That Could SAVE YOUR FriendshipsIs friendship the most undervalued superpower of our time?My recent conversation with Simon Sinek suggests it might be. What began as a discussion about relationships evolved into a profound exploration of friendship's hidden potential to transform our lives, health, and success.In this eye-opening episode of Live Well, Be Well, we challenge conventional wisdom and delve into:Simon's insights are both thought-provoking and actionable. We confront uncomfortable truths: Are we really as skilled at friendship as we believe? How can we build deeper trust? And why is helping others the key to...2024-07-311h 30Embodied SuccessKarma and Life Lessons with Saturn RetrogradeThis episode of Embodied Success the Podcast is our Season One finale!
To celebrate I shared some of the key themes and life lessons for us all to explore during this 4.5 month period of Saturn Retrograde which goes from June 29th to November 15th.
It wouldn't be an episode of Embodied Success without some practical tips so here are the ones I went over:
1. Reflect and Reassess:
- Take time to reflect on your current responsibilities, goals, and commitments. Assess what is working and what isn't, and make adjustments accordingly.
2...2024-07-0216 minEmbodied SuccessShifting Realities: Portals to a New YouIn this episode I give you a six step process to instantly shift your reality. This is a simple technique that you can do any time, anywhere.
Please reach out to me if you want to discuss this episode. My email is sarah@soulmacollective.com and/or you can DM me on Instagram/TikTok @sarah.ann.ferguson
If you want help shifting your reality and are looking for guidance on shedding the layers of your conditioning I also offer 1:1 sessions of Quantum Somatics where I use various somatic therapies co...2024-06-2618 minEmbodied SuccessThe Quantum Field and ManifestationThis week on Embodied Success the Podcast I discuss how having an understanding of the quantum field can help us to manifest our dream life into our reality.
To begin the episode I give a brief history of our understanding of the universe before the scientific revolution in the mid sixteenth century until the early twentieth century when the first ideas of quantum physics were first developed.
After discussing the key ideas of quantum physics and what the quantum field is I give a five step process of how you can manifest:
1...2024-06-1925 minEmbodied SuccessWitness State ConsciousnessThis week on Embodied Success the Podcast I discuss Witness State Consciousness.
To start the episode I go over the key characteristics of witness state consciousness. I then talk about the tools you can use to cultivate it and end the episode with the benefits of living in a witnessing state.
In 'ways to cultivate' I discuss EFT Tapping. Here is the link to my free EFT sessions https://stan.store/Soulma
I also offer 1:1 sessions of Quantum Somatics where I use various somatic therapies including EFT combined with Quantum Human Design. My 1:1...2024-06-1133 minEmbodied SuccessHealing Your Throat ChakraThis week on Embodied Success the Podcast I discuss healing and activating our throat chakra so that we can let go of the fear of being seen/heard and express ourselves more authentically.
To start the episode I tell a story of healing my own throat chakra and how it has allowed me to not only host this podcast but also show up on camera, be more relaxed about public speaking and express my truth to others.
I then go through a six step process you can use to heal and activate your throat chakra...2024-06-0529 minEmbodied SuccessAuthenticity and the Law of RhythmIn this episode I explore the topic of how striving to achieve balance can be problematic as it can cause us to feel shame.
The inspiration for this episode came from a reel I saw by a man named David Bedrick. David is an author, a teacher and an UnShaming attorney. He teaches people how to create a life free from shame.
His perspective on this idea of striving to achieve balance in our life causing shame really blew things out of the water for me. As someone who has created their entire business around...2024-05-2820 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionFIGHT Autoimmune Diseases and Regulate Your Hormones with Psychedelic Therapy | Dr Sara GottfriedStress, long-term exhaustion and not being kind to our bodies can contribute to crippling emotional weight that can dysregulate our hormones and lead to autoimmune disease.Sarah is joined by Dr Sara Gottfried to explore how we can assess our hormones, how to tackle trauma and speak about the amazing benefits of MDMA therapy. Sara Gottfreid is a Harvard-educated MD with 25 years of experience, and author of four New York Times bestselling books.Listen to the full episode hereWatch the full episode on Youtube hereFollow me, Sarah...2024-05-2707 minEmbodied SuccessAlcohol and the Quantum FieldIn this episode I tell my story of how taking a long break from drinking alcohol during somatic therapy revolutionised my life. It was the perfect combination of releasing trapped emotions and the absence of alcohol that catapulted me into higher levels of consciousness.
I then take you on an exploration in the ways in which alcohol affects your access to the infinite possibilities swirling around in the quantum field.
If you enjoy this episode and you want to chat or you feel like you need help or guidance with accessing your infinite potential you c...2024-05-2124 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionHow to Trigger the Release of the Stress-Calming Chemical OsteocalcinSarah Ann is joined by practitioner and co-founder of Sensate, Stefan Chmelik, to explore how the mind-blowing Vagus Nerve could hold the answer to improving your mental and physical health.Discover what methods you can use to lower your stress, anxiety and reduce your chances of developing chronic disease.Listen to the full episode hereWatch the full episode Youtube here Follow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram2024-05-2009 minEmbodied SuccessTree of Life Guided MeditationThis guided meditation will take you out of your thinking mind and into an experience of the world's soul. I created this after spending a week by a river immersed the energy of Mother Nature.
Its purpose is to help you unlock the mysteries of your beingness, to enhance your mindfulness, deepen your spiritual connection and promote mental and emotional wellbeing.
The Tree of Life symbolises deep connection, growth, strength, immortality, rebirth, individuality, unity, fertility, family, wisdom and knowledge.
Each time you do this meditation you may have a different experience and that is what is so beautiful about...2024-05-1509 minEmbodied SuccessHuman Design ProfilesIn this episode I talk about our human design profiles and what each line in our profile represents plus the quantum purpose of each line.
I then give each line some contemplations that can help you to identify if you are living out the fullest expression of your profile.
I just want to note that Quantum Human Design was created by my teacher Karen Curry Parker and everything I talk about is from her teachings.
If you are looking for more guidance with this or anything else you can message me on IG: @sarah.ann.ferguson or email sarah@soulmacollective...2024-05-0826 minEmbodied SuccessBreathwork with John van HuenenIn this episode I introduce our first guest ever on Embodied Success and publish our first podcast with video!
John van Huenen is a somatic empowerment facilitator living in Christchurch, NZ. He is trained by Owaken Breathwork and has a very inspiring story about what lead him to breathwork.
If you enjoy this episode and want to get in touch with John you can find him on Instagram @johnvanhuenen. His website is www.navigatingbreath.com and you can check him out on Youtube @navigatingbreath.
And as always you can reach out to me on Instagram @sarah.ann.ferguson or send...2024-04-3032 minEmbodied SuccessChanging our PatternsIn this episode I give you a SIX STEP process to changing your patterns and programmes that have become a part of your personality because of your conditioning.
If you are experiencing negative thought patterns or limiting beliefs that you would like to work on please reach out. I offer 1:1 Quantum Somatic sessions where we get to the root cause of your issues and resolve them through somatic practices and human design.
Email me at sarah@soulmacollective.com if you want to chat about this episode or any others. Or find me on Instagram and...2024-04-2119 min
The ReProgramBeing the In-Between Generation with Sarah Ann SaegerBrilliant, articulate fellow therapist Sarah Ann Saeger is here to help us learn to navigate what it means to be the first generation breaking free from the unhealthy and unhelpful ways we were parented, while also parenting and reparenting.
This rich episode touches on the impact of childhood trauma on our parenting, understanding the inner child, attachment styles and healing our own attachment to Self, how to practice inner attunement, how to navigate the moving target of holding boundaries with our parents and why she is no longer referring to families as dysfunctional.
2024-04-171h 04Embodied SuccessDiscovering Your Life's PurposeIn this episode I finally tell my story, my why -what lead me to my life's purpose.
Telling my story is a celebration of the 10th episode.
It wouldn't be a solocast with me without actionable steps so I decided to give you a SIX STEP process to finding your WHY!
I hope you find this episode helpful or inspiring in some way.
Please reach out through IG @sarah.ann.ferguson or email sarah@soulmacollective.com if you want to chat about it.
Much love,
Sarah2024-04-1630 minEmbodied SuccessBenefits of FastingIn this episode I talk you through six benefits of fasting while I'm in the middle of a three day water fast.
If fasting is something you are interested in please talk to your GP first as this is not medical advice.
If you have any questions about my experience or about the benefits or you just want to chat about it in general send me a DM on IG @sarah.ann.ferguson or email sarah@soulmacollective.com
2024-04-0814 minEmbodied SuccessBreaking HabitsIn this episode I take us through a Six Step Process to Breaking a Habit or Habits.
By using my own example of giving up coffee I show you how if you use these steps then you too can break whatever habit you have been wanting to break.
If you are looking for more guidance and support you can send an email to sarah@soulmacollective.com or find me on instagram @sarah.ann.ferguson
At the moment I am offering FREE Quantum Discovery Calls you can enquire to book here: https://stan.store...2024-04-0215 minEmbodied SuccessHuman Design and Quantum Human DesignIn this episode I talk briefly on the difference between Human Design and Quantum Human Design.
Find your design here: https://freehumandesignchart.com/
I then talk you through each of the five Human Design Types, their Strategy and their Emotional Theme.
I then leave you with some questions to contemplate about the waiting process, which most types have to experience for their next expansion.
These are the questions:
How much do you trust in divine timing?
Do you trust that you are supported?
Can you s...2024-03-1828 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Hormone Cure: How MDMA Therapy Can Beat Autoimmune Diseases | Dr. Sara Gottfried85% of people who suffer with autoimmunity are women. The leading cause of this shocking statistic is hormone irregulation linked to trauma. You don’t have to have a massive traumatic event happen to you to experience trauma and the devastating effects it can lead to. Stress, long-term exhaustion and not being kind to our bodies can contribute to crippling emotional weight that can dysregulate our hormones.Sarah is joined by Dr Sara Gottfried to explore how we can assess our hormones, how to tackle trauma and speak about the amazing benefits of MDMA therapy. O...2024-03-131h 07Embodied SuccessBalancing You Masculine & Feminine EnergiesIn this episode I talk about what masculine and feminine energy is and what life can look like when they are in balance and out of balance. I then give an example of my own life when I was out of balance. To finish I give you 5 Ways to Balance Your Feminine and Five Ways to Balance Your Masculine.
Want to talk more on this topic? Send me a DM on IG at @sarah.ann.ferguson or email sarah@soulmacollective.com2024-03-1016 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionTHE VAGUS NERVE: The Answer To Reducing Stress And Chronic Diseases | Stefan Chmelik60-80% of chronic diseases a GP sees are caused by stress. Cardiovascular disease, cancer and autoimmune diseases - All can be linked to underlying stress conditions. It is the lives we lead that has lead to this epidemic. So what can we do to regulate the chemical activity in our brain? Today, Sarah Ann is joined by practitioner and co-founder of Sensate, Stefan Chmelik, to explore how the mind-blowing Vagus Nerve could hold the answer to improving your mental and physical health.Discover what methods you can use to lower your stress, anxiety an...2024-03-061h 20
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition1 IN 30 WOMEN: The shocking TRUTH about early menopause and what to do NOW | Dr Louise Newson1 in 30 women experience early menopausal symptoms. It’s not something most of us think we need to think about until our 50s, but the truth is a very different story. As women our hormones are constantly changing. From the moment our periods start, we experience symptoms such as PMS and PMDD - but most of us just DEAL WITH IT. This can lead to many serious health problem’s being undiagnosed and sadly it could be a reason for more severe symptoms during the menopause. And doctors are denying us treatment. Why aren’t we talking...2024-02-281h 15Embodied SuccessLimiting BeliefsIn this episode I talk about six common limiting beliefs held by female entrepreneurs with examples of how they played out in my own entrepreneurial journey. I then go over a six step process to overcoming limiting beliefs. These six steps are from my free workbook which is linked here: https://stan.store/Soulma/p/get-my-free-workbook-now-csxbu
I hope you enjoy! To chat more on this topic send me a DM on Instagram @sarah.ann.fergsuon or email me at sarah@soulmacollective.com2024-02-2225 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionDr Sarah Berry: The Surprising Health Impact of Eating Slowly on Your Gut Health & Blood SugarSlowing down your eating rate can be a game-changer. Discover the art of mindful eating and learn how your speed at the dinner table influences your risk of diabetes and heart disease. Sarah shows us the science behind stretch receptors, fullness signals and how making mindful choices can impact your long-term health.Listen to the full episode hereWatch the full episode on YouTube hereWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramTo give your wellbeing journey that extra boost, try my 30 day ‘Reset My...2023-12-1307 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Fiber Miracle: How To Heal Your Gut with Dr. Will BulsiewiczThe gut microbiome is more popular than ever. And it’s quick and easy to change yours for the better. Today I’m joined by a world-leading gut health expert and gasteroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz. He’s a New York Times bestselling author and US Medical Director at ZOE, who joins me to explain the power of fiber and plant-based diets. You’ll learn how your gut health impacts inflammation and food interolances and whether to avoid probiotics. Follow Dr Will Bulsiewicz on InstagramWill's book:Fiber Fueled by Dr. Will BulsiewiczIf you en...2023-10-181h 11
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionBetter Sex EVERY TIME? Dr Rena Malik Tells You HowDr Rena Malik is the go-to YouTuber for your sex questions. With 2 million subscribers, she regularly shares answers to life’s slightly embarrassing questions. Rena is a leading Professor of Urology and a pelvic surgeon, so all her advice is rooted in scientific evidence. Whether it’s understanding the female orgasm, the ideal duration for sex, or why masturbation is OK - Rena’s got you covered. In this episode, there’s no stone left unturned. Sarah and Rena delve into all things sex and pleasure. Follow Dr Rena Malik on InstagramTimecodes:00:00...2023-10-1153 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Impact of Snacking on Gut Health & Blood Sugar with Dr Sarah BerryDr Sarah Berry is a world-leading nutritional scientist. On her third Live Well Be Well appearance, she shares brand new research on snacking and eating rate, admitting that she herself is a regular snacker. But what are the health implications of snacking, especially late at night? In this conversation, Dr Sarah Berry will teach you the impact of breakfast choice on blood sugar levels, how our bodies adapt to energy intake, and reveal findings of the world’s biggest intermittent fasting study. This episode will make you realise that how you eat is just as important as wha...2023-10-041h 01
Actsplore ThisEP 57 From Suits to Stories: Creating Your Own Opportunities with Sarah FeingoldSarah Feingold does not shy away from creating her own opportunities. Born an artist, Sarah Feingold decided the best way to protect creative folks like herself was to go to law school. She then cannonballed into the position of Etsy's first attorney and 17th employee. For over nine years she helped Etsy scale from an inconspicuous startup to a publicly traded company. After that, she drove Vroom forward as its first General Counsel. Tune in to to hear how Sarah masterfully pitched her way into becoming the very first Attorney at Etsy, carving a...2023-08-2136 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionFake Connections & Loneliness in the Social Media Era | Be Well MomentMany of us care about followers, likes and viewers online. But these are fake connections that can make us feel more lonely. Guy Winch tells us that loneliness not only damages our emotional wellbeing but it has physiologicalconsequences too. In our increasingly isolated society, Guy tells us how to combat loneliness, overcome your fear of rejection and prioritise your emotional health. Listen to the full episode hereFollow Guy Winch on InstagramFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!2023-08-1408 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionMy Mental Wellness Coach On Knowing Your Inner SaboteurHow can you escape negative mind chatter? What is our Inner Sage and how can we recognise and control our Inner Saboteur? These are the questions a mental wellness coach can help you address. In late 2022, I began working with a coach to better understand myself and the values I hold dear. In this conversation, Maren Ashford puts the spotlight on me. We discuss my sage, saboteur and love of Katy Perry!Maren co-founded Tapestry, a mental wellness company designed to unlock a more compassionate and connected humanity, for the sake of our planet.2023-08-0940 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionBryan Johnson: How My Penis CHANGED | Be Well MomentBryan Johnson's rigorous daily health protocol is aiming to keep his body young forever. But he received surprising side effects from regular electromagnetic stimulation: sleep, vitality and improved penis health. Listen to the full conversation with Bryan Johnson hereFollow Bryan Johnson on Instagram Follow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!2023-08-0406 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionMaster Metabolism: How Time-Restricted Eating Can Change Your Life | Be Well MomentDr. Satchin Panda - world-leading researcher on time restricted eating - discusses the benefits and importance of consistent eating windows. You’ll learn the impact on DNA repair, fat metabolism and reduced chronic disease risk, including cancer prevention.Listen to the full episode hereFollow Satchin Panda on InstagramFollow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!2023-08-0309 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionOvercome Shame and Beat Addiction with Africa Brooke | Be Well MomentAfrica's shame hindered her ability to be vulnerable and form deep connections. She sought solace in alcohol. Despite multiple relapses, she persisted in her quest for sobriety. In this conversation, Africa sheds light on the allure of chaos and discomfort on her healing journey.Listen to the full conversation with Africa hereFollow Africa on InstagramFollow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!2023-08-0107 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionDr Mindy Pelz Reveals Her Concerns on the Contraceptive Pill | Be Well MomentWorld-leading guru on menstrual health Dr Mindy Pelz sheds light on the importance of finding your natural rhythm, tracking your cycle and repairing your microbiome. Listen to the full conversation with Dr Mindy hereFollow Dr Mindy on InstagramFollow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!2023-07-2708 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionReggie Yates on the Power of Being Yourself | Be Well MomentSince childhood, Reggie Yates embraced uniqueness. This mindset paved the way for unexpected rewards and opportunities, and a three-decade career in the entertainment industry. Reggie shares the magic of being himself from being a successful child actor, to writing and directing films today.Listen to the full conversation with Reggie hereFollow Reggie Yates on InstagramFollow host Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram And sign up to Live Well Be Well newsletter here!2023-07-2409 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionEat Your Way to Better Mental Health AND Beat Anxiety | Professor Felice JackaFood can affect our mood - we’ve all experienced it. In the past, psychiatry has been concerned with what happens in the brain. Today, we know that what’s going on in the gut can impact our mental health. Professor Felice Jacka is a pioneer of nutritional psychiatry. She discusses her groundbreaking research on how food can affect our mood.In this episode you’ll learn about the link between anxiety, depression and diet. Felice shares her own mental health issues growing up, and offers simple lifestyle tweaks to that will make your gut and feel better...2023-07-1959 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionHow your parents and past shape who you are today | Julia SamuelFrom bickering at Christmas dinners to mourning lost loved ones, family is there through thick and thin. Julia Samuel MBE is an author, podcast host and one of the UK’s leading psychotherapists who can help us better understand and communicate with our families.Whether it be understanding the origins of sibling rivalry, learning that trauma is passed through generations or making sense of how our upbringing shape our adult life, this conversation encourages us to have challenging and honest dialogues with our loved ones - and better process our own emotions.Follow Julia Samuel on...2023-07-1257 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionLiver Disease: Not Just An Alcohol Problem | Jack O'MearaA healthy liver is a vital part of our physical wellbeing. It’s truly a powerhouse organ - and not enough people are talking about it. Jack O’Meara is CEO of Ochre Bio - a company revolutionizing the treatment of liver disease - and he says we need to show the liver some love.In this episode we’ll discover the real impact of alcohol on our liver. Is one glass of wine a night really so bad? We also learn about the role the liver plays in our metabolism, how medicines impact it and we bust so...2023-07-0544 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionGet Over a Break-up, Fix Your Broken Heart & Stop Feeling Lonely | Guy WinchHeartbreak can hit anyone. It makes us lonely, disconnected and creates a sense of grief. Nobody denies that it’s tough. Dr. Guy Winch is a psychologist, author and podcast host whose TED Talks have tallied up millions of views. He’s got the toolkit to help you beat the break-up blues.We hear a lot about ‘mental health’, but Guy emphasises the importance of something a little different: ‘emotional health’. These are feelings all of us have experienced. Think failure, loneliness, rejection and heartbreak. In this conversation, Guy Winch will tell you how to develop your...2023-06-2846 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionTiming is Everything: How To Sleep Better and Live Longer | Dr Satchin PandaLots of us know that circadian rhythms are vital to a good night's sleep. But we still get hungry at strange times, feel sleepy in the afternoons and crave sugar late at night. Dr Satchin Panda is the leading voice on circadian biology. And he can tell you how to get these rhythms in check. His pioneering research into time-restricted eating - AKA intermittent fasting - has revealed that when we eat might be more important than what we eat. Fundamentally, all these moving parts need to be aligned. Dr Panda’s app Ontime Health will...2023-06-211h 04
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionGet Sober & Quit Self-Sabotage with Africa BrookeImagine a life free of self-sabotage. For some, big nights out are the problem. The solution could lie in a sobriety habit. Africa Brooke is a speaker and podcast host who's helped thousands of young people tackle their own inner demons.Whilst getting sober can be tough, it can enhance self-knowledge, create deeper relationships and reduce feelings of shame. In this episode, Africa reveals her journey of personal growth and offers essential tools for self-improvement and self-knowledge.Follow @africabrooke on InstagramJoin the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode...2023-06-141h 03
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionMake Intermittent Fasting Work For YOU With Dr Mindy PelzThe biological and hormonal rhythms of men’s and women’s bodies vary massively, but intermittent fasting has benefits for all of us. Dr Mindy Pelz is a globally recognised nutrition guru and bestselling author promoting the range of benefits fasting can have for our overall wellbeing.From regulating hormone cycles to a healthier gut microbiome, fasting is not a fad. It has the potential to transform your health. In this episode, you’ll learn the simple science behind fasting, its impact on our bodies and hormones, and how to take control of your health by adapting fastin...2023-06-071h 12
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe World’s Most Extreme Anti-Ageing Routine with Bryan JohnsonImagine living forever, or being the last human left on earth. Meet millionaire tech CEO and entrepreneur Bryan Johnson. His goal? To remain biologically the same age for 365 days while the world keeps ticking away.In this episode, Bryan explains his rigorous daily protocol, how he fasts for 20 hours a day and why sleep is the new coffee. We'll also learn how he generates totally original ideas for humanity's betterment - a unique approach Bryan calls zeroth-principle thinking theory.Follow @bryanjohnson_ on Instagram Join the Live Well Be Well club and listen to t...2023-05-311h 09
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Science of Gratitude & Mastering Productivity with Alex & Mimi IkonnIn a world that often focuses on negativity, it's more important than ever to embrace gratitude and discover its effects on our lives and minds. With many studies showing the profound impact of gratitude on our mental and physical well-being, it's time to shift our perspective and celebrate the small wins, where gratitude can pave the way to success.Sarah speaks to two of the worlds leading entrepreneurs in life design and personal transformation. Not to mention the Masterminds behind the 5 Minute Journal:Alex Ikonn & Mimi Ikonn - Serial entrepreneurs, investors, and co-founders of I...2023-05-241h 00
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionReggie Yates Reveals his Roadmap to SuccessBritish broadcasting legend Reggie Yates joins Sarah for the first episode of Season 10. After a media career spanning three decades, Reggie’s grown up in the limelight. From hosting the iconic Radio 1 chart show to creating award winning TV documentaries, he’s most recently taken to film directing and screenwriting. In this conversation, Reggie discusses how his definition of success has changed over the years, the power of therapy for personal growth and a lifetime of staying sober. Reggie’s humility will teach you how to stay authentic, grounded and be kind to yourself. Follow @regyates...2023-05-1748 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionLive Well Be Well Season 10Social media is full of misleading promises and apparent quick fixes for our health. Navigating this maze of lifestyle advice can be overwhelming. Live Well Be Well aims to filter through the noise, providing the most useful tips to improve wellbeing and nutrition.Sarah Ann Macklin - nutritionist, public speaker, and founder of the Be Well Collective - is back for Season 10 of Live Well Be Well, with new episodes every week. Episode 1 with broadcasting legend Reggie Yates is out now!2023-05-1701 min
Actsplore ThisEp 46: Owning Your Story & Billion Dollar Goals with Sarah Chen-Spellings"Dream big, execute with precision, do what you said you are going to do". Our guest on this week's International Women's Day-themed podcast episode truly personifies someone who owns her story and isn't afraid to do what it takes to turns her dreams into reality! Based in Washington DC (but born and bred in Malaysia), investor & entrepreneur Sarah Chen-Spellings is the Co-Founder of Beyond The Billion, the world's first and largest global consortium of over 100 venture funds and limited partner investors that have pledged to invest and are actively deploying beyond $1B towards women-founded companies. N...2023-03-0642 min
Actsplore ThisEP45: New Year, New Actsplorations with Janice & Sarah-AnnWe know it’s been awhile but we’re back with season 4! As we settle into the new year, we wanted to delve into what we’ve been exploring lately and provide you with some life updates.Tune in to this episode as we take on a fun twist to the conventional New Year’s Reflections by sharing our #23for2023 list. From intentional date nights, restarting writing habits, to embarking on daunting physical challenges *gulp*..we list out some of the aims that we would like to accomplish for the year. Whether you have set goals for...2023-02-2034 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Health Wealth Mindset: Tips for Achieving Financial Wellness and a Healthy, Happy Life with Melanie EusebeHappy New Year! Welcome to the first episode of the #LiveWellBeWell podcast in 2023 and what better way to kick start it than by exploring what financial health looks like?What even is financial health? If you are yet to explore this, then this podcast is for you.Today, Sarah Ann speaks to Melanie Eusebe MBE, author of ‘Financial Wellness and How to find it.’In this episode Melanie shares her journey of how she took control of her finances to set up Money Moves - her programme that...2023-01-0345 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionMerry Christmas!Merry Christmas to each and everyone of our Live Well, Be Well Community!
Thank you all so much for your support this year.
Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and prosperous 2023.
Sarah Ann Macklin x
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Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionThe Secret to Long Term Brain Health and Performance with Dr Tommy WoodGet ready for one of the most exciting episodes of the podcast yet! For the past five years, I've been devoted to exploring the intersection of nutrition and mental health, and in this episode, we uncover mind-blowing research on how you can support your cognitive health.
What would you think is the biggest cause of death in the UK? Probably some kind of cancer or maybe heart disease? Actually, it’s dementia.
This conversation with Tommy was so fascinating and honestly, Sarah found it hard to not continue for 3 hours!
In this week’s epi...2022-12-201h 21
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionMen’s and Women’s Fertility, Egg-Freezing, & Mindset with Dr Larisa CordaAre you one of the 3.5 million people in the UK impacted by infertility? With egg-freezing becoming more popular, it can be hard to know what information to trust. That's why we have invited Dr Larisa Corda, an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and one of the UK's leading Fertility experts, to join us on this week's episode of the Live Well Be Well Podcast to discuss all things fertility.With egg-freezing on the rise (even before Jennifer Aniston’s recent news around the topic), there is a lot of information and misinformation out there not just about this but about fe...2022-12-131h 22
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionAnxiety & how to be practical about panic with psychotherapist, Josh FletcherWelcome to this week’s slice of wellbeing with author, psychotherapist and top anxiety expert, Josh Fletcher.You might recognise him from videos on socials during the pandemic as Anxiety Josh where he shared his own story as well as advice having suffered from crippling anxiety; including panic attacks, agoraphobia, health anxiety and generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), as well as intrusive thoughts and obsessive compulsive behaviours.Josh openly discusses his own story of how he came to be diagnosed, how he overcame his anxieties and his journey to becoming a not-so-traditional- psychotherapist....2022-12-0658 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionAre we eating our way to extinction with Dan SaladinoLab-grown meats, Deliveroo and a ‘grab and go’ mantra have become our current food system. Yet, as our demand for this food culture, due to our demanding lives and increasing population, leads to damaging effects on our health and our planet and overall food system? We hear of the importance and worry of the extinction of animals but are we as aware of the extinction of our foods?Did you know we could eat some 300,000 plant species yet we eat a mere 200 species globally, and half our plant-sourced protein and calories come from just three: maize, rice and w...2022-12-0445 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionAre we sweet enough? Sugar, sweeteners, and our health with Dr Tim Spector & Dr Sarah BerryWelcome to this week’s slice of your wellbeing!
This week is National Sugar Awareness Week. Check these stats out.
56% of the UK diet comes from ultra-processed foods. 62% of the sugar we eat is found in the ultra-processed category. With sugar rising in our diets, today we shine the spotlight on sugar, for good or for worse, we find out the facts.
We’re joined by two guests who we had on last season separately - Dr Tim Spector & Dr Sarah Berry. Tim is professor of Epidemiology at King’s College London whose curren...2022-11-151h 22
Actsplore ThisEP 44: Running Our First Half Marathon & Season 3 Finale with Janice and Sarah-AnnTo wrap up Season 3 of the Actsplore This Podcast, we decided to switch it up and run through (pun intended!) a recent shared adventure that we embarked on together – our first ever Half Marathon race! From the incredibly challenging weather conditions we soaked up, our preparation leading up to D-day, to the revelations we had throughout the race and the hard-hitting life lessons we took away from it, this was definitely a first 21km experience we will never forget!We are excited to bring you more awesome content in Season 4, so watch this space! But in...2022-10-3130 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionPerfectionism, Body Positivity & Letting Go with Alex LightWelcome to Live Well, Be Well, Season 9 hosted by Sarah Ann Macklin. This podcast that brings you your weekly slice of wellbeing.
In this episode I speak to Alex Light, an author, activist of body positivity and self-confidence influencer. After struggling from various eating disorders, Alex now speaks openly about her personal battle with diet culture, body confidence and fighting beauty standards. She’s recently written a Sunday Times Bestselling Book, “You Are Not A Before Picture”. We delve into how perfectionism can cause us to look for the perfect version of ourselves even at the detriment of our...2022-10-1757 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionDavid Walliams on Engineering Happiness, Fatherhood & Staying InspiredWelcome to episode 1 of Season 9 of Live Well, Be Well, hosted by Sarah Ann Macklin. This podcast will bring you your weekly slice of wellbeing.
We’re kicking off series 9 with one of Britain’s best-loved comedians, David Walliams, OBE.
Little Britain, his creation with Matt Lucas, won numerous international awards including three BAFTAs, and now plays in over 100 countries. But he’s not just a comedian. He swam the English Channel in 2006 raising over £1m for the charity Sport Relief and then in 2011 he swam 140 miles along the length of the River Thames, which raised...2022-10-101h 04
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionSarah Ann's Reflections for Season 8As we come to the end of a very exciting season eight, I wanted to personally share all the learnings I’ve learned from the last 12 episodes.
I feel incredibly honoured as the host of this podcast to sit down and have inspiring, emotional conversations with such a diverse range of people.
I’ve learned so much after eight seasons, but even more especially after these 12 episodes because this season we took a real, drive focus by increasing our production and going to every single guest’s house all over the country.
And throug...2022-08-0249 min
Actsplore ThisEP 39 Mid-Year Check In: Recalibrating and Looking Ahead with Janice and Sarah-AnnHappy August everyone! As we are now well in the swing of the second half of 2022, we thought of doing a mid-year check in, where we reflect on the first half of the year, look back and ask ourselves if it was what we had envisioned. To ponder on the learnings that we had, and to share our hopes and plans for the next half of 2022 - because before you know it, 2023 will be beckoning! Tune in to this episode as we share personal updates about moving home and a new career chapter, half marathon milestones, the n...2022-08-0131 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionIt's time to tell my story, Founder and Host Sarah Ann MacklinAcross 7 seasons, I've had the privilege and the honour of talking to some amazing people, from so many different fields and walks of life. They come on the podcast to share their story, and so I thought it was time to share mine. I started Live Well Be Well to encourage us to share and communicate with each other, and I hope that by sharing my story with you, I'll encourage you to do the same. On today's episode, I open up about my childhood, my career, how I got into modelling and the highs a...2022-05-1046 min
Actsplore ThisEP 32: Learning to Build and Sustain Meaningful Habits with Janice & Sarah-AnnWhat does it take to get you to your desired goals?“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems”.We're sure you would have heard of this powerful quote by James Clear, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book, Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones.In this conversation, we geek out over our key takeaways from Atomic Habits and deep dive into the Habits strategies in the book that resonate most with us. We chat...2022-04-0429 min
Actsplore ThisEP 19: 2021 - Year in Review & Season 1 Finale with Janice & Sarah-AnnAs we are approaching the end of 2021, we recorded this episode with a goal in mind: to pause, reflect and recalibrate. In this episode, we share our personal and intimate reflections discussing some highlights, lowlights and lessons learnt from a very eventful and challenging 2021.Not forgetting, this is also the final episode of Season 1 of the Actsplore This podcast. Some of you have journeyed with us since Episode 1 when we first launched 4 months back. Thank you for showering us with so much love, we can't wait to bring you more amazing content in Season 2, dropping...2021-11-2244 min
Actsplore ThisEP 13 Lets Talk Productivity: Our Go-to Habits & Toolkits with Janice & Sarah-AnnFrom trying out new personal productivity habit hacks to optimising our efficiency, Productivity is a topic that the both of us are keen to #actsplore more and to get better at! We heard that you have missed our conversational-style chats, so we’re bringing it back for this episode, where we chat about our go-to productivity habits, productivity toolkits that we have found useful, areas for improvement and other lessons we have learnt along the way. New episodes drop every Monday at 8pm. Connect with us on Instagram @actsplorethispodcast to get the conversation going2021-10-1135 min
Actsplore ThisIntroducing: Actsplore This Podcast with Janice & Sarah-AnnWhat is the Actsplore This Podcast about? In this episode, we talk about the inspiration behind the podcast, why we named it 'Actsplore This' and what you can expect to hear from us. New episodes drop every Monday at 8 pm. Connect with us on Instagram @actsplorethispodcast to get the conversation going! 2021-07-1606 min
Finding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for Transformation3 of Pentacles — What are your resources?Hey hi hey hello! Sarah Ann checks in with the current energies, how their life is going, and the tarot card of the week — the ✨3 of Pentacles✨ (Coins).
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Moving through Taurus season and spring
Creating/remembering ways of caring for yourself
There is no “going back to normal,” so what does emerging into summer look like?
Change / coping with change
Online dating
Taking a new dance class @ Pony Sweat (Instagram @ponysweat)
Mental illnesses and starting a new medication
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🔥3 of Pentacles🔥 (featuring the Holy Spectrum Tarot Deck, also discussion of Smith Rider Waite deck imagery)
Community: what does community mean, look like, feel like t...2021-05-071h 00Finding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for TransformationAkashic Record Reading - Sitting on the Edge of the CliffSarah Ann dives into their Akashic Records, asking their akashic team what we as a collective need to know at this time.
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We are reminded to celebrate and rest, right where we are. We are moved through guided visualization and soul tending that connects us with where we are individually and as a whole.
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New to the Akashic Records? Listen to this episode to hear what the Records are and how they can help.
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This episode is for anyone that feels called to hear it, and is created to resonate in any time or space it is heard. Take what...2021-03-0723 minFinding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for TransformationVirgo Full Moon - Making the Choice to Care for Yourself FirstSarah Ann and their spiritual team reflect on the full moon in Virgo and the energy of the week.
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We are reminded to care for what we have been meaning to get to, but have been avoiding. We are reminded to make the space to tend to our grief and our wounding even when it’s hard.
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The tarot cards that support us this week are the 7 of Cups and the 7 of Wands, reversed. (Also discussed are The Chariot (#7) and The Tower (#16).
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This episode is for anyone that feels called to hear it, and is created to resonate in any ti...2021-02-2628 minFinding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for TransformationHow to Find Yourself When You Feel LostSarah Ann and their spiritual team reflect on being gentle with ourselves as we explore boundaries, authenticity, and expression.
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We are reminded to look at where we have been holding ourselves back. We are encouraged to shift our focus to relearning how to find ourselves when we feel lost. We are reminded to let go of what isn’t ours anymore.
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The tarot cards that support us in this expression, relearning, and letting go are The Wheel, reversed and the Queen of Wands, reversed.
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This episode is for anyone that feels called to hear it, and is created to resonate in...2021-02-2024 minFinding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for TransformationSelf-care is hard! Tending to your TendernessSarah Ann and their spiritual team reflect on self-care, tenderness, and change.
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We are reminded to look at our coping mechanisms, even the ones that aren’t working anymore, from a lens of love. We are reminded that connecting with our bodies is how we connect to spirit and our ancestors.
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The tarot cards that support us in this tenderness are the King of Pentacles, 8 of Pentacles, and Queen of Pentacles.
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This episode is for anyone that feels called to hear it, and is created to resonate in any time or space it is heard. Take what works, and tune ou...2021-02-1439 minFinding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for TransformationThe Uncertain and The TenderSarah Ann and their spiritual team dive into exploring uncertainty and feeling lost.
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We are reminded of how we have survived these feelings before. We are reminded that we are allowed to quit, to wander, or to drag.
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The tarot cards that support us in this remembering are the Knight of Swords and the Page of Cups.
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~2021-02-0525 minFinding Your Alchemy presents: YOU ARE PSYCHIC — Tarot as a Tool for TransformationRemembering Your Heart - Tarot Guidance for the Week AheadWelcome to the Finding Your Alchemy weekly tarot guidance episode - for connecting with your power, your magic, and your pleasure. Your host Sarah Ann (the psychic witch) connects with their spiritual team and their tarot deck to illuminate your week ahead. This week we our guided to acknowledge the work we have done to get where we are, and to look ahead to actionable steps we can take in caring for our hearts and our alchemy. ~ Support the Finding Your Alchemy podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingyouralchemy ~2021-01-2932 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionLive Episode: Gut Health and Diet Myths with Tim SpectorA live episode from the Be Well 2020 summit
What is the real science behind what we eat? We are all increasingly bewildered by the simple question of what to eat. Despite advice from experts, governments and dieticians about the dangers of too much fat, sugar, protein and lack of exercise, our nutrition, and the global obesity crisis, is getting worse. There is one area which scientists do agree on, and that is the importance of our gut health.
In this episode, Dr Tim Spector speaks live at Sarah Ann's Be Well Collective wellbeing event. Tim is...2020-05-2122 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionDepression and Eating Disorders with, Victoria Pendleton, CBEThis week Sarah Ann Macklin speaks to double Olympic gold medalist, Victoria Pendleton CBE. Mental health problems are one of the world’s most common conditions, with behavioural patterns such as depression and anxiety affecting millions of people every year. Startlingly, 1 in 6 people experience a common mental health problem every week. Victoria shares her personal experience with mental health, relaying the dark times that she experienced at her deepest lows with depression and battling thoughts of suicide. Victoria shares for the first time about her eating disorder, of her struggle with anorexia nervosa and bulimia. Victoria ex...2020-05-0655 min
Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, NutritionHow can we support our immunity with Dr Jenna Macciochi.Can we really boost our immune health? This week Sarah Ann Macklin speaks with Immunologist Dr Jenna Macchioci, who specialises and has 20 years experience in understanding how nutrition & lifestyle interact with our immune system in health & disease. How does diet and interestingly fibre play an important role in immune functioning? We find out why the immune system acts like our second brain, and sort fact from fiction in recent misconceptions regarding certain nutrients. For more information, please visit www.sarahannmacklin.com and follow @sarahannmacklin and @be_well_collective2020-04-301h 13