Episodios

  • 54. From Teen Single Mum to Global Fitness Empire: Transforming Mental Health Through Exercise with Bodybuilding Pro Diane Flores
    Jan 8 2026

    What if you didn’t need to see the entire path ahead before you took the first step?

    Hi Muses,

    I have such an incredible episode for you this week…

    I’m joined by IFBB bodybuilding pro, serial entrepreneur, and host of the hit podcast Boss Bitch Radio, Diane Flores, to explore reinvention, mental health, self-worth, and what becomes possible when you finally decide you’re worth taking care of.

    Diane became a single mum at just 16, raising two children alone by 19, living on food stamps, and navigating life largely without support. Despite everything stacked against her, she knew that she was meant for more than just surviving.

    That inner knowing led her through multiple reinventions: from discovering fitness as a lifeline for her mental health, competing in 16(!) bodybuilding shows, starting an unexpected pole-fitness business with no experience, to building a thriving fitness empire and coaching thousands of women through powerful physical and identity transformations.

    In this conversation, Diane shares how movement became a form of mental health care, how exercise helped her come off antidepressants, and how learning to take care of her body completely changed how she showed up as a mother, a business owner, and a woman.

    This episode is a powerful reminder that:

    * You don’t need the full plan to begin

    * Confidence is built through action, not perfection

    * Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish - it’s the foundation of everything

    If you’re in a season of change, feeling stuck, or craving a version of yourself that feels stronger, calmer, and more aligned - this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

    What You’ll Hear in This Episode

    * Diane’s journey from teenage motherhood and survival mode to purpose-driven success and building an empire that’s helped thousands of women

    * How exercise became her most powerful mental health tool

    * Why movement increases our capacity to handle stress

    * The surprising business that became her first domino moment

    * How the transformation reaches FAR beyond our bodies when we finally start taking care of ourselves

    * Why we DON’T need confidence to start

    * The identity shifts that happen when we finally put ourselves back on our own to-do list

    If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs permission to take the first step - even without knowing where it leads.

    And if you’re ready to start seeing yourself as someone worth taking care of, this episode is your reminder: you don’t need to EARN the right to put yourself first.

    Until next time X

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    * Listen to Diane’s podcast HERE and connect with her on Instagram HERE

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

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  • 53. When Your Growth Is Quiet: Why You Don’t Need a Big Year-End Transformation
    Dec 29 2025

    This episode is for the woman who’s been evolving quietly, making small shifts, choosing herself in new ways, and learning to trust her own timeline…

    Hi Muses,

    In this final Monday Muse of the year, I’m sharing a reminder that your growth doesn’t have to be loud to be real…it doesn’t have to be dramatic…and it definitely doesn’t have to be tied to the calendar.

    If you’re closing out the year softly, and with intention, this episode is for you…

    I’m getting into:

    * the power of slow, quiet, internal growth

    * honouring our pace without comparison

    * letting go of pressure to end the year with a “big win”

    * trusting that our dreams don’t have a deadline

    * choosing soft endings and self-love over hustle

    * remembering that we can begin again anytime, in any moment

    As you step into a new year, let this be your reminder that you are exactly where you’re meant to be - and your evolution is unfolding exactly as it should - even if it’s happening beneath the surface.

    And thank you so much for being part of my world this year…I promise you, the magic is only just beginning.

    Until next year X

    RESOURCES:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    10 m
  • 52. Permission to Be Fully YOU: How to Own Your Path Without Explaining Yourself
    Dec 22 2025

    This episode is your reminder - no matter the season - that you never need to justify your path, your choices, or the season of life you’re in.

    Hi Muses,

    If you’ve ever felt yourself shrink around certain people, fall back into old versions of yourself, or worry about being misunderstood, the conversation on this week’s Monday Muse mini-episode is for you.

    Whether you’re reconnecting with family, travelling, or navigating environments that test your growth, consider this your invitation to take a breath… a permission slip to stay anchored in who you’re becoming - not who others expect you to be.

    While this message lands with extra relevance around the holidays, it’s a powerful reminder to carry with you all year long: your life is yours. Your timeline is yours. Your vision is yours. And you don’t need to explain your choices to anyone in order for them to be valid, meaningful, or aligned.

    Expect a calm, empowering dose of perspective to help you stay grounded, trust yourself, and move through any room - at any time of year - with confidence and peace.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    * How to stay connected to yourself around others

    * Why you don’t need to explain or justify your life choices

    * How to avoid slipping back into old versions of yourself

    * A grounding reframe for family dynamics and familiar environments

    * A powerful reminder for owning your path with confidence

    * How to honour the season you’re in - without guilt

    If you’re choosing a different path for your life while also navigating family time this month, and need a calm, grounded mindset to see you through - this is the episode for you.

    PS. If this episode spoke to you, please make sure you’re subscribed so we can reach more women who need these conversations 🖤

    Until next time X

    RESOURCES:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    8 m
  • 51. You’re Closer to a Breakthrough Than You Think: How to Shift Perspective and Reclaim Your Power When Life is Challenging
    Dec 18 2025

    What if you’re closer to a breakthrough than you realise..?

    Hi Muses,

    This week I’m reflecting on why it’s so important to remember just how quickly things can turn around - even when it feels like EVERYTHING is going against us - and why what’s on the other side has the potential to be better than you could ever imagine…or to quote Marilyn Monroe: “Things fall apart so that better things can fall together”

    If you’re in need of a pick-me-up, a little inspiration or just need a loving reminder to keep going, this episode is for you!

    I’m covering:

    * Why even the hardest seasons hold the potential for rapid change

    * How to shift your perspective when everything feels like it’s falling apart

    * A powerful reminder that you may be just one decision, one connection, or one opportunity away from things completely turning around

    * How to hold onto hope and possibility even when you can’t see the next step yet

    This is your reminder that life doesn’t have to take years to shift. We can change the plot anytime.

    Until next time X

    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    19 m
  • 50. CHANGE YOUR LIFE - No Crisis Required
    Dec 15 2025

    What if I told you that you don’t need to wait for things to fall apart, before you can change direction..?

    Hi Muses,

    In this Monday Muse mini-episode, I’m exploring why we DON’T need a crisis or a rock-bottom moment to choose a new direction in life. We can create a new beginning in ANY moment - for no other reason than something inside of us is ready for more…

    This episode invites you into a softer, more intentional form of reinvention. One where our evolution is led by desire, curiosity, and self-trust - not chaos. We talk about micro-pivots, aligned decisions, listening to your intuition, and giving yourself full permission to step into the life you know you’re meant to create.

    Inside you’ll hear reflections on:

    * Choosing a new chapter without waiting for something to fall apart

    * Trusting your desires as enough reason to pivot

    * Outgrowing old versions of yourself with love

    * The power of small, aligned changes that compound over time

    * Becoming the intentional creator of your life

    If you’re ready to evolve into your next level with ease, alignment, and confidence, this episode is the reminder you’ve been craving.

    P.S. If this episode spoke to you please make sure you’re subscribed so we can reach more women who need these conversations 🖤

    Until next time X

    RESOURCES:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    6 m
  • 49. Your Life Won’t Change Until You Do: A Wake-Up Call
    Dec 11 2025

    Are you stuck in the same cycle of wanting your life to change…but knowing that you’re not doing anything different to actually make it happen?

    Hi Muses,

    In this short solo episode of Muse Yourself, I’m talking about about fear, comfort zones, and the choices that shape our lives - as well as reflecting on how the power of ‘small steps’ completely transformed my own life.

    If you’ve ever felt like fear is keeping you stuck, stopping you from becoming the person you truly want to be, this episode will give you the nudge you need to finally start taking action.

    Inside this episode:

    * Why courage - not waiting for perfect timing -changes everything

    * The hidden cost of staying “safe” in the familiar

    * How to stop waiting and start building the life you actually want

    * A powerful question to ask yourself when fear tries to take the driver’s seat

    This isn’t about waiting for New Year’s Day or the “right moment.” It’s about deciding NOW to stop letting your fear hold you back - and becoming the version of you that your future self will thank.

    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review so we can keep reaching more women who are ready to rewrite their stories…

    Until next time X

    RESOURCES:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    13 m
  • 48. Let yourself DREAM again...
    Dec 8 2025

    What if I told you that your desires aren’t selfish…they’re actually a part of your soul’s design?

    Hi Muses,

    This week’s Monday Muse is a wake-up call for any part of you that’s stopped dreaming…and a reminder that your dreams aren’t just random - they’re guidance. And they’re there for a reason.

    If you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting more, feared being seen, or convinced yourself it’s “safer” to not let yourself desire at all - this episode is for you.

    I’m covering:

    * Why so many of us feel unsafe admitting what we truly want

    * How childhood conditioning taught us that wanting more makes us “difficult,” “selfish,” or “unrealistic”

    * Why our nervous system shuts down desire long before we even think about taking action

    * How desire is actually guidance toward who we’re meant to become

    * The truth: our dreams aren’t the opposite of gratitude - they’re part of it

    * How withholding our dreams doesn’t just affect us… it affects everyone connected to us

    This is your reminder that:You’re allowed to dream.You’re allowed to want more.Your desires are not accidents - they’re invitations.

    If you’ve been settling, shrinking, or quietly convincing yourself you’re “fine” when something deeper is calling you… this episode will help you reconnect with the version of you who believes in possibility again.

    If this episode resonates, please make sure you’re subscribed - it helps the show reach more women who need these conversations. 🖤

    Until next time X

    RESOURCES:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    9 m
  • 47. Hypnotherapy, Somatics, and Nervous System Healing: How we REALLY Heal from Trauma
    Dec 4 2025

    What if the most challenging chapter of your life was actually the portal to the most incredible transformation? If you’ve ever felt like it’s too late to begin again, or like the thought of letting joy in again after loss is just too much - you need to hear this episode.

    Hi Muses,

    This week I’m joined by Clinical Hypnotherapist Dolina Hendry, and Activation Method Practitioner Abi Hendry, hosts of the ‘How to Reign when it’s Raining’ Podcast.

    With extensive experience in helping women recover from trauma and PTSD, and more than a decade of combined experience in hypnotherapy, NLP, and somatic healing, Abi and Dolina are helping women move beyond survival mode, release old patterns, and create their next chapter with clarity and intention.

    Expect a conversation packed with insights on:

    * Rewriting your story at any age - why it’s NEVER too late

    * Abi’s own story of loss, refusing to be defined by trauma, and how it’s lead to her most aligned, expansive chapter yet

    * How subconscious re-programming through hypnosis, breathwork and nervous system regulation play a huge role in healing, and where we can begin

    * The power of combining science with spirituality for lasting transformation

    * What it means to live boldly, bravely, and unapologetically yourself

    And SO much more!

    Let this episode lead the way for you to stop holding back, trust yourself, and finally start asking the question… “how GOOD can life get?”

    Until next time X

    CONNECT with Abi & Dolina

    Abi & Dolina are the Mumma–daughter duo behind How to Reign When it’s Raining - the podcast for women who know they’re meant for more.

    They help women silence self-doubt, rebuild self-trust and stop playing small, blending subconscious rewiring, hypnotherapy and nervous system work with bold, real conversations that actually shift your life.

    If you’re done overthinking, second-guessing and waiting to feel “ready”, then this is your next listen.

    Listen to the podcast

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    RESOURCES + LINKS:

    * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet

    * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox

    * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE

    * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform!

    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify



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    1 h y 6 m
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