The SHE Collective Podcast

Episode 43: Midlife, Identity & Confidence: How Your Style Impacts Your Energy, Body & Self-Worth with Alex Standley

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100

There’s a point in midlife where so many women quietly think:

“I don’t feel like myself anymore.”

Not just in their body… but in how they show up, how they dress, and how they move through the world.

In this episode, I’m joined by style and identity strategist Alex Standley, and we dive into something that doesn’t get talked about enough — the powerful connection between your style, your confidence, your body, and your wellbeing.

Because this isn’t just about clothes.

It’s about identity.
It’s about self-trust.
It’s about how you feel when you walk into a room.

We talk about:

Why so many women feel disconnected from themselves in midlife
How hormonal changes, body changes and life transitions impact confidence
The psychology of what you wear (and why it matters more than you think)
Why “hiding” in safe outfits can keep you stuck
The link between strength training, mindset and identity
Rebuilding confidence in small, realistic steps (not overhauls)
Sustainable fashion, intention, and breaking the fast-fashion cycle
The power of community when it comes to staying consistent

Alex also shares her personal journey — from a complicated relationship with food and exercise, to building strength, energy and confidence in a way that actually fits her life.

This conversation is honest, empowering and incredibly relatable.

If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your spark, your style, or your sense of self… this one will land.

🔗 Links & Resources

Find Alex here:

Website:
https://www.alexandrastandley.co.uk

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/alexandrastandley

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-standley-personal-stylist

Listen to Alex’s podcast – A Styled Life:
www.alexandrastandley.co.uk/astyledlifepodcast

Download the Elevated Sustainable Style Guide:
https://www.alexandrastandley.co.uk/elevatedsustainablestyleguide

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Episode 42: Why Your Body Stopped Responding (And What It Actually Needs Now)

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100

Description:

If you're already showing up, moving your body, watching what you eat, and still wondering why it feels so much harder than it used to, this episode is for you.

In this honest and science-backed chat, Ro shares exactly why the approach that got you results in your 20s and 30s is now working against you, and it has nothing to do with willpower or getting older. It's about understanding what your midlife body actually needs.

Ro gets into the real reason high intensity exercise and calorie restriction can leave you more depleted than when you started, why your body reads stress as stress (yes, that includes your workouts), and how finding your own personal formula is the shift that changes everything.

She also opens up about her own experience with burnout, the evolution of The SHE Collective, and why she's never been more excited about the direction they're heading.

You'll come away with a clearer understanding of how to work with your body in midlife, not against it.

In this episode:

Why crash diets and high intensity classes stop working in midlife
The nervous system piece nobody is talking about
Ro's own personal formula (strength, walking, and spin)
What SHIFT is and how it can help you find your starting point
The new chapter for The SHE Collective

Mentioned in this episode:

SHIFT, the 7-day guided audio programme: https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/SHIFT
The Midlife Manifesto (free download): https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/midlifemanifesto
The SHE Collective membership: https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/membership

Keywords: midlife women's health, perimenopause fitness, women over 40 exercise, strength training for women, nervous system and hormones, midlife wellness, women's health podcast, hormone aware training, midlife burnout, exercise in your 40s

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Episode 41: How to build a wellbeing plan that actually fits with your life - Meet the Core Four

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000

In this honest and relatable episode, Ro shares why so many women feel stuck when it comes to their health - even when they’re trying their best.

Drawing on her own experience (including a very real “hormonal cloud” moment), she explains why traditional wellness plans often fail midlife women, and introduces the Core Four Method - a more realistic, flexible approach built around movement, nutrition, mindset, and nervous system support.

This is about stepping out of the all-or-nothing cycle and building a way of looking after yourself that actually fits real life.

💭 In This Episode

Why it’s not a lack of discipline holding you back
The connection between hormones, stress, and the nervous system
The Core Four pillars:
- Movement
- Nutrition
- Mindset
- Nervous system
How to stop starting over and build consistency that lasts

🧠 Listener Reflection

What is your minimum movement this week?
What is one simple nutrition habit you can stick to?
What story are you ready to let go of?
What micro moment can support your nervous system?

🌿 Key Message

You are not the problem.
Your wellbeing doesn’t need to be perfect - it just needs to work for you.

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Episode 40: Spring Into Action: From Hibernation to Momentum

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Feeling like winter knocked your routine off track? You’re not alone.

In this episode, Ro shares how to restart your health and wellbeing in spring without extreme plans or pressure. Instead of chasing motivation, she explains how to rebuild momentum through simple, realistic habits that fit busy midlife lives.

Ro breaks down the SHE Collective Core Four - movement, mindset, nutrition and nervous system - and explains how small “micro-moments” can help you shift out of survival mode and back into feeling energised, strong and in control.

If you’ve been stuck in the stop–start cycle of health routines, this episode will help you reset your energy and step back into action in a way that actually lasts.

In This Episode We Cover

Why motivation is a myth and momentum is the real key
How winter impacts energy, routines and nervous system regulation
The Core Four framework: movement, mindset, nutrition and nervous system
Why micro-moments of movement are more powerful than extreme plans
How nervous system fatigue keeps women feeling stuck
Simple daily habits that help rebuild energy and consistency
How to fuel your body for stable energy, strength and mood

Key Takeaway

Spring isn’t about reinventing yourself - it’s about reactivating the momentum that’s already inside you.

Small actions done consistently create the biggest shifts.

Resources & Links

Try the Spring Into Action experience inside The SHE Collective app with a 7-day free trial.

Explore movement, mindset, nutrition and nervous system support designed for real life.

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Episode 24: Style as Self-Discovery with personal stylist Abbey Booth

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000

This week, we’re diving into a topic so many midlife women quietly struggle with: style, identity, and that feeling of losing your spark.

I’m joined by the brilliant Abbey from Stories With Clothes to explore why style is so much more than outfits and how reconnecting with what you wear can help you reconnect with who you are.

Together, we talk about:
✨ Why your wardrobe might not feel like “you” anymore
✨ How style shifts when you shift - through seasons, hormones, and life changes
✨ The power of colour, shape, and tiny details in restoring confidence
✨ Dressing for the woman you are now - not who you used to be
✨ How clothes can help you feel visible, vibrant, and grounded again

This conversation is warm, honest, and deeply relatable — a reminder that if you’ve felt lost, disconnected, or invisible lately, you are absolutely not alone.

Connect with Abbey

If you’d love support in rediscovering your style, confidence, and self-expression, you can work with Abbey through:
🛍 1:1 personal styling sessions
🎨 Colour and body shape analysis
👗 Wardrobe edits and style visioning
💌 Online guidance and personalised style support

You can find her at:
📸 Instagram: @storieswithclothes
🌐 Website: www.storieswithclothes.co.uk
📩 Email: hello@storieswithclothes.co.uk

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The Real Experience of Being a Woman: An IDW Special with Team SHE

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000

In this special International Women’s Day episode of The SHE Collective Podcast, Ro is joined by two of the women behind the scenes of the community — Victoria and Lucinda.

Together they have an honest conversation about the realities of being a woman today. From the mental load and invisible labour many women carry, to body image, identity and the pressure to do it all, this episode explores the parts of womanhood that don’t often get talked about openly.

They also discuss the power of female friendship, community and support, and why spaces where women can be honest about their experiences matter more than ever.

If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way, or like you’re carrying more than anyone sees, this conversation will resonate.

In this episode we discuss:

• The mental load many women carry
• Body image and breaking free from diet culture
• Losing and rediscovering your identity
• The pressures of modern womanhood
• Why supportive female communities matter

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Episode 38: The Power Of Calling Out Your Own BS - With Ro

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000

The Power of Calling Out Your Own BS

In this episode, Ro talks about the power of gently calling yourself out on your own BS and why honesty can sometimes be the most supportive step towards positive change. After a long winter of slower routines and lower energy, Ro shares how to recognise when it’s time to shift gears and begin rebuilding momentum in a realistic and sustainable way.

Ro explores the difference between compassion and avoidance, and explains how small, practical actions can help you move forward without pressure or extremes.

In this episode, Ro covers:

Why winter softness isn’t wrong - but staying there too long can leave you feeling stuck
The difference between compassion and avoidance
How to recognise when you're ready for a shift
Practical tools to help rebuild momentum
Raising your minimum standards instead of chasing perfection
Making small actions visible and achievable
Using identity and future vision to guide change

If you're ready to shift gears this spring, Ro invites you to join Spring Into Action, a free 5-day challenge designed to help you rebuild momentum with simple workouts, mindset support and small daily actions.

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Episode 37: The Truth About Self-Sabotage (And How to Pull It Back Gently)

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

If you’ve ever felt like you start strong with your health habits… only to fall back into old patterns - this episode is for you.

In this honest solo conversation, Ro unpacks why self-sabotage isn’t about lack of discipline - it’s often about coping.

You’ll learn how nervous system overload, all-or-nothing thinking and comfort-seeking behaviours can quietly pull you off track - and how to interrupt the pattern with more compassion and support.

The Cycle of Self-Sabotage

Many women move through this cycle without realising:

Seeking comfort
Feeling relief
Guilt
Self-criticism
Giving up

Understanding the cycle is the first step to breaking it.

In This Episode

• Why self-sabotage is protective, not destructive
• The link between comfort-seeking and nervous system load
• How shame keeps the cycle going
• Simple ways to rebuild momentum when you feel off track

If this episode resonates…

RISE is Ro’s signature 8-week method designed to help you build strength, consistency and support in a way that works with your real life — not against it.

You can find out more and join anytime via the link below.

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Episode 36: How to Get Yourself Out of a Funk - A Solo Episode with Ro

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

In this honest mini episode, Ro shares practical tools to help you gently shift your energy when you’re feeling flat, unmotivated or stuck in a “funk.”

Recorded in the grey stretch of February, this is a real, relatable conversation about those in-between seasons where you’re not burnt out or struggling deeply, but you don’t quite feel like yourself either.

Inside the episode, Ro shares simple, supportive ways to create momentum without pressure, including:

• Using music to shift your state
• Doing the bare minimum version of habits
• Nervous system nourishment and rest
• Journalling to clear mental overwhelm
• Getting outside for light and perspective
• Managing comparison and media input
• Completing small life admin tasks
• Borrowing positive energy from others

This episode is a reminder that you don’t need a full reset to feel better — just small, steady steps back towards yourself.

Journalling Prompts Mentioned

• What feels heavy right now?
• What am I overthinking?
• What would help me feel 5% better?
• What do I need more of this week?
• What can I take off my plate?

Playlist Mentioned

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1mNaK3GShhPoKj8xrEhRos?si=BoTIpzUjT9md-B1MCSLhyA

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Episode 35: Why You’ve Lost Trust in Yourself (And How to Rebuild It) - A solo episode with Ro

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ro explores why so many women lose trust in themselves during midlife - and why it’s not a motivation or confidence problem.

Through personal stories and nervous system insight, Ro explains how chronic overload, broken self-promises, and lack of support quietly erode self-trust over time. She shares how rebuilding trust starts with safety, capacity, boundaries, and small commitments you can actually keep.

This episode is for any woman who feels stuck, flat, or unsure of herself and wants a gentler, more sustainable way to move forward.

What You’ll Learn

Why self-trust fades during busy, overloaded life seasons
How your nervous system affects motivation and follow-through
The role of capacity, energy, and boundaries in rebuilding confidence
Why starting small is essential for lasting change
How support and community help you stay consistent without burnout

Key Takeaway

You’re not failing - your system has been protecting you.
Self-trust is rebuilt through safety and follow-through, not pressure.

Mentioned in This Episode

Ro references RISE, an 8-week progressive strength and nervous system programme designed for overloaded midlife women, with new groups starting monthly.

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Episode 34: Let’s Talk About Money (Without the Shame) with Mums Who Build

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ro chats with Bex Taylor and Georgie, co-founders of Mums Who Build, about how money really connects to wellbeing, confidence and motherhood. They break down the “motherhood penalty,” financial anxiety, and why starting small with your money matters more than doing it perfectly.

Expect honest stories, simple strategies to build confidence, and encouragement to talk about money without shame.

What you’ll hear:

Why money impacts wellbeing
How financial confidence shifts in motherhood
Small, real steps to feel more in control
Money conversations in relationships and family life

Follow & Connect

Mums Who Build
🌐 Website: https://www.mumswhobuild.com

📸 Instagram: @mumswhobuild

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Episode 33: What it takes to truly RISE - Why midlife needs a different approach

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000

What does it really take to feel strong, steady and well again in this season of life?

In this episode, I share why midlife is a different game when it comes to strength, energy and wellbeing and why so many women feel frustrated that what used to work no longer does.

We explore how hormones, stress and the nervous system affect your energy, motivation and recovery and why pushing harder often leads to burnout rather than progress. I also share honestly from my own experience of being at full capacity and what has genuinely helped me feel calmer, steadier and more supported again.

This conversation is about learning to work with your body rather than fighting it and understanding that you are not the problem. The rules have changed and when we adapt to them, everything starts to feel more manageable.

RISE is my 8 week method designed specifically for women in this season of life. It combines supportive strength training, nervous system and mindset tools and simple nutrition guidance to help you build energy and confidence in a way that fits real life.

The next RISE cohort starts on Monday 19th January.
You can find out more and join here:
https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/rise

Thank you for listening and if this episode helped, please share it with someone who might need it too.

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Episode 32: Time to Thrive - From Wired and Tired to Calm and Clear with Selina Barker

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Burnout isn’t a failure. It’s a signal.

In this episode, Ro is joined by Selina Barker, Career and Life Design Coach, author and creator of Time to Thrive, for an honest, grounding conversation about exhaustion, ambition and how women can thrive without burning out.

Selina shares her powerful energy-led approach to wellbeing, including the 5 energy zones, why managing energy matters more than managing time, and how small, realistic shifts can help women feel calmer, clearer and more alive without giving up their goals.

Selina has coached clients including Google, Apple and UN Women, is the author of Burnt Out: The Exhausted Person’s Guide to Thriving in a Fast-Paced World, creator of the Audible series The Career Change Coach, and founder of the Project You journals. Her work has been featured in the Telegraph, Sunday Times Style, Stylist, Grazia, BBC and more.

This episode is compassionate, practical and deeply relatable, especially for busy women navigating midlife, work and family.

Find Selina and her work:
Podcast Another Way https://anotherwaywithselinabarker.substack.com/

Book Burnt Out https://www.amazon.co.uk/Burnt-Out-exhausted-thriving-fast-paced/dp/1783254009

Time to Thrive Journal https://projectyoushop.com/products/time-to-thrive

Project You Journals https://projectyoushop.com/

Website https://selinabarker.com/

Instagram @projectyouprojectyou and @selinathecoach

Highly recommended by Ro 💛

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Episode 31: New Year. New Approach. A Solo Episode with Ro

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Happy New Year! And welcome to a brand new chapter with The SHE Collective. In this episode, I’m sharing honestly about my own year of shedding, burnout, nervous system healing, and what it really takes to build foundations that last. This isn’t “new year, new me.” This is about steadiness, safety, strength, and doing life in a way that supports real women, real bodies, real lives.

We’ll talk nervous system regulation, rebuilding capacity, sustainable movement, compassionate nutrition, mindset shifts, and the power of community - everything you need to feel grounded, hopeful, and genuinely ready for change this year. You’re not behind. You’re not failing. You’re just human… and you deserve support, not pressure.

If you’re ready to feel steadier, calmer, stronger and more supported, here’s how you can join us this January:

✨ FREE 7 Day Reset – starts Jan 12
A gentle grounding reset to help you rebuild capacity, confidence and energy — all in under 20 minutes a day.
👉 https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/7-day-reset

🌱 RISE – The 8-Week Method – starts Jan 19
Our signature step-by-step system to help midlife women build strength, regulate their nervous system, improve energy, support hormones, and finally create change that lasts.
👉 https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/rise

💛 RISE Coaching – Limited Spaces
For women who know they want deeper accountability, personalised support, weekly coaching and a space to be held while they create lasting transformation.
👉 https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/rise-coaching

You don’t need more willpower. You deserve better support. I’m so proud of you for being here - let’s make this the year you build the foundations to truly fly.

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Episode 30: Nourishing your Nervous System with Kerrie Leather

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Why do so many high-achieving women feel stuck, burnt out, or held back — even when they’re doing all the “right” things?

In this episode, I’m joined by Kerrie Leather, Success Coach and host of The Rip Up The Rule Book Show, to explore why true success isn’t created through hustle and mindset alone — but through the nervous system and the body.

Kerrie supports visionary entrepreneurs, founders, and creatives to rewrite success on their own terms using neuroscience, breathwork, and somatic practices. Together, we unpack:

Why self-sabotage is often a survival response, not a flaw
How the nervous system can limit or unlock success
The link between burnout, midlife, and “pushing through”
Why perimenopause can force a powerful redefinition of success
How breathwork and somatic practices help you feel regulated, resourced, and confident

This conversation is especially powerful for midlife women who are tired of hustling, questioning old definitions of success, and ready for a more embodied, sustainable way of working and living.

✨ Free Resource:
Kerrie is offering her free Success Sessions — a suite of breathwork recordings and somatic practices designed to help you regulate your nervous system and step into aligned, embodied success.

📲 Connect with Kerrie:
Instagram: @kerrieleathercoach

If you’re ready to rip up the rulebook and create success that actually feels good, this episode is a must-listen.

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Episode 29: Motherhood without the Mask with Helly Metcalfe

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000

This week, Ro is joined by Helly Metcalfe - mum of three, mindset coach, and founder of The Village Coach - for an honest conversation about why modern motherhood feels so overwhelming, and what we can do to change it.

Helly breaks down the identity shifts, invisible load, and “have it all” pressure so many mums silently carry, and shares how building your own Unconventional Village can transform your confidence, wellbeing, and daily life.

You’ll hear practical tools like her ABC Framework, how tiny micro-actions create big shifts, and why asking for help isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re supposed to cope better than you are, this episode will make you feel seen, supported, and far less alone.

Connect with Helly:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helly_thevillagecoach/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellythevillagecoach

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hellythevillagecoach/

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Episode 28: Anti-Female Programming: The Beliefs Holding Women Back with Nicky Denson-Elliott

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000

This week Ro is joined by Nicky Denson-Elliott - serial entrepreneur, founder of The Wilder Collective, and host of the Women’s Business podcast. Nicky is a powerful voice in modern feminism, known for exploring internalised misogyny and what she calls anti-female programming - the subtle conditioning that keeps women small, silent or stuck.

Together we discuss:

✨ What internalised misogyny looks like in everyday life
✨ How anti-female programming shapes our self-doubt
✨ Challenging sexist comments with confidence
✨ Raising sons and daughters through a feminist lens
✨ The “default parent” load and invisible emotional labour
✨ The transformative power of women-only spaces
✨ Nicky’s journey from anxiety to building a movement

If you’ve ever felt “not enough,” “too much,” or held back by invisible expectations, this conversation will open your eyes — and empower you to reclaim your voice, your confidence and your power.

Find Nicky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickydensonelliott

Work with Nicky: Join The Wilder Collective community and learn more at: https://thewildercollective.co.uk

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Episode 27: Doing December Differently - A Solo Episode With Ro

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

This week I’m diving into Doing December Differently - a realistic, compassionate guide for any woman who’s tired of ending the year burnt out, overwhelmed, or ill. December doesn’t have to drain you. In this episode, I share simple, sustainable strategies to protect your energy, support your nervous system, set boundaries, and stay grounded through the busiest month of the year.

We explore:
• Why December overwhelms midlife women - and how to break the cycle
• Micro-moments that boost energy in under 60 seconds
• Easy movement + nourishment wins for a chaotic month
• Letting go of perfection and choosing what actually matters
• The mindset and nervous system tools that make the biggest difference

To support you even more this month, you can access the Christmas SHEvival Kit - four weekly mini resources (movement, mindset, meditation + simple tools) designed to keep you steady, calm and energised in December.

🎄 Use code SHEVIVAL30 for 30% off one month inside The SHE Collective app.

Let’s do December differently - with more calm, more joy, and far less pressure.

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Episode 26: Middling through the Menopause with Emma Thomas

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

In this grounded and empowering episode, Ro is joined by Emma Thomas - coach, trainer, facilitator, and host of the Middling Along podcast. Emma passionately believes no one navigating menopause should feel they need to step back, step down, or hide their symptoms.

Together, we explore the real experience of perimenopause, menopause and midlife - without fear, shame or overwhelm. Expect practical tools, compassionate guidance and honest conversation about confidence dips, “not feeling like myself,” lifestyle changes that genuinely help, advocating for yourself at work, and why midlife can be a powerful season of recalibration rather than shrinking.

If you’re navigating midlife, wondering if you’re in perimenopause, or supporting someone who is, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

Connect with Emma:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmacthomas

Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/middlingalong_podcast/

Instagram (Menopause Support): https://www.instagram.com/managingthemenopause/

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Episode 25: Reclaiming Your Roar: Finding Power Through Your Story with Hilary Salzman

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

This week, Ro is joined by Hilary Salzman - award-nominated author, keynote speaker and founder of The She Roars Club. In this powerful conversation, they dive deep into what it really means for women to find their voice and reclaim their roar not by shouting louder, but by showing up as our real, imperfect selves.

Hilary shares her journey from a high-flying corporate career and running a successful agency to walking away from it all to live, work and speak on her own terms. Together, Ro and Hilary explore why so many women lose their voice along the way and how reconnecting with our stories can become the most empowering thing we ever do.

From self-silencing to self-expression, from burnout to boldness, this episode is a reminder that your story matters and it might just be the thing that helps another woman find her courage too.

✨ Tune in if you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or unsure how to share your truth and get ready to rediscover your roar.

Connect with Hilary:

Website: www.hilarysalzman.com
Instagram: @hilarysalzmanstories
LinkedIn: Hilary Salzman
Subscribe to her Substack newsletter: The Roar of Her Story
Find her book The Roar of Her Story in all good bookshops or directly via her website.

Work with Hilary:

1:1 Story Coaching: Helping women turn lived experience into influence through authentic storytelling.
The She Roars Club: A group storytelling community for female founders and leaders ready to share their truth and be heard.

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Episode 23: Small Pages, Big Shifts: Finding Yourself Through Journaling with Ali McDowall

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000

In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, Ro chats with Ali McDowall - designer, life coach, creative mentor, and co-founder of The Positive Planner, about the power of journaling, honesty, and creative reflection.

Ali shares how her own experience of postnatal overwhelm led her to create The Positive Planner, now published with Penguin, and how journaling became a lifeline when therapy felt out of reach. Together, they explore what it means to be real in a world that demands perfection - from letting go of people-pleasing to finding gratitude that actually feels authentic.

This is a conversation about reconnecting with yourself, making space for honesty, and trusting the process, whether you’re navigating motherhood, business, or simply trying to find balance in the chaos.

✨ Real stories, gentle wisdom, and plenty of permission to do wellbeing your way.

Find Ali on Instagram at @ali_bado_mcdowall
and @the_positive_planner
.

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Episode 22: Finding Freedom with Food, with Nutritionist Rachel Davies

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In this episode, Ro sits down with Rachel Davies, a registered Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach who specialises in helping ambitious women recover from burnout and rediscover their spark.

Together, they dive into the messy, noisy world of nutrition and why so many of us have been left confused, overwhelmed, and trapped in old food rules. From growing up in the “calories in, calories out” era to breaking free from perfectionism and restriction, this conversation will help you reframe how you see food, health, and your body.

Rachel shares how real nourishment isn’t about earning your meals or chasing numbers — it’s about supporting your body, balancing your energy, and fuelling your life with freedom and confidence. Expect practical, compassionate advice on creating balanced meals, ditching guilt, and finding what truly works for you.

If you’ve ever felt exhausted, burnt out, or stuck in a cycle of “all or nothing,” this episode is your permission slip to start again, gently.

About Rachel Davies:

Rachel is a Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach specialising in burnout. She helps ambitious women who feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from their energy to gently break free from burnout and feel clear, calm, and energised again.
Through personalised nutrition, simple lifestyle shifts, and compassionate support, she helps women reconnect with their energy in a way that works with their body, not against it.

Rachel is also the co-founder of TONIQ Wellness, a corporate wellbeing consultancy, and runs a 1:1 practice from the beautiful city of Bath, as well as online.

Connect with Rachel:
🔗 racheldaviesnutrition.com

📸 @racheldaviesnutrition

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Episode 21: Five Steps to Reignite your Spark ✨

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0100

✨ September is like a second New Year ✨

Kids are back at school, routines are shifting, and it’s the perfect moment for a reset. But if you’re feeling drained after summer, low on energy, or stuck in unhelpful habits, this episode is for you.

In this episode I’m sharing 5 steps to get your spark back this September - the exact shifts that helped me feel more energised, motivated and balanced over the summer.

You’ll discover how small changes in movement, nutrition, mindset, nervous system care and community can completely change the way you show up this next season.

🎧 Listen now and start reigniting your spark today

💫 And if you’re ready to take the next step, join our free 5-day Ignite Your Spark Challenge (starting September 8th) for short workouts, mindset boosts and community support. Link below to sign up

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Episode 20: Time & Energy management with Alice Dartnell

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000

What are the two things women in our world are desperately short of? Time and energy. That's why the week I am speaking to Alice Dartnell - A Life and Success Coach, passionate about empowering women to level up and create a life by design, not by default.

Alice takes a holistic approach to encompass energy management and mindset.

Why?

Because time management is NOT just about managing your time… it is also about managing you and your energy!

You can find out more about what Alice does through her website https://alicedartnell.com and over on Instagram @Alice_dartnell

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Episode 19: Frazzled as F*ck?! Let's Nurture your Nervous System

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode I am talking to you all about what I see is the missing piece of the puzzle for so many women - the nervous system. For so many women who are juggling ALL of the plates, the effect of our lives on our nervous systems goes over looked, I know it certainly was for me! Well, until I couldn't anymore that it. Two years ago, when I slipped two discs in my neck and back known as the 'trauma discs' - I had to long long and hard at the choices I was making and the effects they were having.

In this episode I talk you through how that injury changed my life, how issues with the nervous system present themselves in our lives and what we can do to nurture our nervous systems.

One of the easiest ways to understand how your nervous system is affecting you is take our 4 Point Wellness Quiz which will give you a greater understanding and give you bespoke feedback on how to unlock a life where you get to thrive rather than survive.

Click on the link below and take the quiz!

https://theshecollectiveo.scoreapp.com

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Episode 18: Mental Health in Midlife with Tish Feilden AKA My Mum!

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000

There’s a big reason I’m so passionate about women’s wellbeing, and her name is Tish.

With over 40 years of experience as a psychotherapist, an author, the head of Therapy at charity 'Jamies Farm' , and a loving Mum and Granny, my Mum is a woman of many talents.

In this episode, we dive into:

•Why mental health can be especially challenging for women in midlife (35-55)

•The emotional shifts, including mood dips and rage, that many women experience during this time

•How our mental health impacts our relationships

•Practical tools to help navigate this stage of life

I had so much fun filming this episode and I hope you love it as much as I do! If you listen, please leave a comment to let us know if this content resonates with you. Your feedback helps us further our mission to improve women’s wellbeing. 🌱

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Episode 17: How to Kickstart your Health in 30 Days

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In Today's episode I am going to be talking you through the exact steps I would recommend taking if you want to kickstart your health in the space of 30 days. This isn't about quick fixes or fads, this is about giving you the road map to a journey which will leave you fired up and ready to keep going WAY beyond those 30 days. You would be amazed what you can achieve when you take it step by step - let's go!

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Episode 16: 2025 Let's be Having you! Goal setting and setting you up for success

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000

We are back! After a long break, the podcast is back and it is one of my 2025 goals to get consistent with this thing! Today we start with a bit of a vulnerable share on why it's been so long since I've recorded and the steps I am taking to move forward. I'm going to help you set goals to thrive in 2025, get clear on your WHY and lay out the steps to set you up for success. We finish today's podcast with a future you visualisation which is super powerful, enjoy!

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Episode 15: Creating Harmony with Your Hormones with Kirsty Smith

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +0000

In this weeks episode, we are talking all things hormones. From the kind of exercise we do, to nutrition and your nervous system, here at The SHE Collective we are passionate about putting your hormones at the forefront of everything we do. Which is why this was such an important conversation, with the women who taught us everything we know! Kirsty runs her own hormone focussed membership which you can check out over at https://www.natural-rays.com/hhc or follow Kirsty on Instagram over @natural_rays_hormone_harmony

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Episode 14: Body Confidence - Breaking free from the battle

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0100

This week here at The SHE has been all about delving into the battles we have with our bodies and how to heal the deep routed wounds that so many of us have with our bodies. We are also walking you through top ten tips and how to put these into action. This episode in supported by our FREE Body Confidence Guide which you can download by clicking on the link below. Enjoy!

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Episode 13: The Myth of Motivation and how to Master it

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0100

So many of the women I meet are in the same boat, their lives are busy and messy and as a result they have naturally put themselves into the box of having “no motivation”, with no chance of changing. But yet here we are, a community of busy women, getting it done and feeling the benefits, so how does it happen?

👉Building momentum

👉Using simple strategies

👉Working on our mindset

These strategies above are exactly what I'm discussing in this week's podcast!

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Episode 12: Removing Self Doubt and Creating Self Belief with Claire Hill

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0100

This weeks guest is Self Belief and Business Coach, Claire Hill. Claire's story is one that I was deeply touched by and has often cropped up in my head since we recorded this episode at the beginning of the summer. From severe child poverty, to running a thriving business and being an all round legend, Claire's story is nothing short of inspirational.

You can find Claire over on instagram @iamclairehill or https://www.clairehill.uk

Members - you can also find her masterclass on self belief inside the App under Guest Speakers

I also highly recommend her productivity academy which has got me working so much more effectively

Enjoy!

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Episode 11: Ready, Steady, Reset! How to hit the reset on healthy habits

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0100

Phew! The summer juggle is nearly at an end. This week I'm here with an episode designed to be your road map to get back to those healthy habits. We talk through how to approach exercise, nutrition and mindset so you can reduce overwhelm and get back in the driving seat.

If you are ready for the ultimate reset, why not join us for the 6 Week Strength Challenge starting on September 9th inside the App

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Episode 10: Taking the Leap - The next chapter of The SHE Collective

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0100

This weeks episode is a little bit of a self indulgent one. I'm going to be taking you through the exciting changes that are coming up for the membership and what that means for the membership. I hope my experiences with building this membership and movement are something you can apply to your own life

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Episode 9: The Struggle to Juggle - Simple strategies for self care

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0100

We are currently 3 weeks into the summer holidays and boy oh boy is that struggle to juggle feeling intense. But here's the good news.. we don't just need to take it lying down! There are simple strategies we can implement during those times in the year where our lives look a little different that mean that we remain on that to do list, which is exactly what I am going to take you through in this weeks episode.

If after listening to this you think you could do with a little extra help implementing these strategies. Why not join us in the App where our SOS (Save our Summer) Programme has everything you need to stay healthy, and sane, this summer

https://sudor.fit/gym/The-SHE-Collective

Enjoy and be sure to hit subscribe so you don't miss next weeks episode where I've got some juicy updates for you!

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Episode 8: Making and Breaking Habits for a Happier and Healthier Life

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0100

Today's episode is focussed on help you break and create habits which can change your life. I'm going to take you through the science of habits and 5 hacks which can help you put this stuff into action. But we don't stop there! I have created a 'Habit Toolkit' for you including a Habit Tracker so you have everything you need to support you in this journey.
Members - you already have this on the App. But if you are new to The SHE Collective, click on the link below and download your FREE resource and don't forget to tag me @we_are_the_she and let me know how you are getting on, good luck!

https://golden-morning-205.myflodesk.com/y7aanbdodb

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Episode 7: Emotions and Eating, healing our relationship with food

Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 +0100

TRIGGER WARNING: Disordered Eating

This weeks Episode is a highly requested topic for a reason - food is emotional! So you can have all the knowledge in the world about how to feel your body, but if we don't have the mindset to back it up, we still get stuck in patterns of self sabotage.
Today we are going to discuss how we can heal that relationship and move forward so we nourish our bodies as a form of self respect

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Episode 6: Happiness Hacks - Creating a Life with more Joy

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0100

Welcome back! After an unintentional break, we are back with a bang and today we are talking about happiness. After a year of feeling pretty miserable, I am finally feeling a sense of true happiness and wellbeing. Today I want to share with you the roadmap that has got me here and the 5 elements of happiness we can aspire to work on every day.

I really hope you enjoy this episode, please do drop me a message to let me know if you do or comment on the post on Instagram it means the world to me and helps me keep this going

Enjoy!

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Episode 5: Five Mindset Hacks which will change your life!

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000

This week I am talking to you all about the mindset hacks/shifts which have had a life changing impact on myself and my members.
If you struggle with self-sabotage or falling on and off the health wagon, this episode will be a game changer for you.
As always I love to know when an episode has been helpful, so drop me a message or comment on Instagram and let me know, it makes my day!
Enjoy

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Episode 4: Finding your Fitness Formula with Ro

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000

This week we dive into creating a fitness formula which works for YOU.
I am going to help you get clear on your fitness goals, however big or small they are and create a plan which aligns with those goals.
I believe every single woman can enjoy exercise, we've just go to find your formula so let's dive in!

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Episode 3: Stopping the Spiral with CBT and Hypnotherapist Jo Pitkin-Parsons

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000

This week I am joined by the lovely Jo Pitkin-Parson's.
Jo is a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Hypnotherapist.
Jo came to my rescue at a time I was really struggling and helped me see the light with the incredible tools she teaches through her work.
In this weeks episode we talk about how to stop that spiral into self sabotage that so many of us experience and instead create more positive and helpful thought patterns.
I am honoured to feature Jo on The SHE Collective app and Jo works 1:1 with clients.
You can find Jo on instagram over @jopitkin_cbh
and can learn more about her services on her website www.jopitkin-hynotherapy.com

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 2: The Journey - Setting yourself up for Success

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000

This week we are going to be talking about the process we go through when you decide to change your life. From establishing that big 'why' to working out the 'how', this weeks episode is all about empowering to achieve your goals and change your life.

If you are ready take this one step further, I would LOVE for you to join me for my FREE Masterclass 'Make it to the Magic' on Monday 5th Feb 8pm (recording available when you signed up)

This is going to help you develop a fail proof fitness plan which can go the distance (even with lifes curve balls!)

Click on the link below to get signed up and if you enjoyed this episode please do rate review and subscribe, it makes all the difference, thank you!
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See you in a couple of weeks!

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Episode 1: Let's take it back to the start - the story behind The SHE Collective

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the first episode of The SHE Collective Podcast!

In today's episode I'm going to share with you the backstory behind the membership. I am getting super vulnerable with you in this episode so please excuse the tears!

More than ever, at the beginning of this Podcast journey, your support is hugely appreciated. If you enjoy this episode please take a moment to rate, review and subscribe so I can continue making them for you. Thank you and enjoy!

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