Beauty has no expiration date — and women over 40 are not past their prime, but often standing right in it. A conversation with Vanessa Van Straaten about the 40 Over Forty Project, visibility, confidence, and celebrating women not despite their age — but because of it.

In this episode, Leone sits down with photographer and creator Vanessa Van Straaten to explore the powerful vision behind the 40 Over Forty Project — an initiative celebrating women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond through portraiture, storytelling and community. 

Together, they discuss visibility, identity, confidence and the cultural narratives women are taught about ageing. Vanessa shares how the photographic lens often acts like a mirror, allowing women to truly see themselves — sometimes for the first time in years.

This conversation explores why women over 40 are not fading into the background, but often stepping into one of the most powerful and authentic stages of life. The 40 Over Forty Gala Exhibition & Magazine Launch celebrates women at the peak of power — not despite their age, but because of it.

Because beauty has no expiration date.

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 Birth. Loss. Fertility. Trauma.
 These experiences are more common than we speak about — and resilience isn’t the absence of them, but how we move through them. 

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone sits down with counsellor and perinatal mental health midwife Astrid Tiefholz to explore the often unspoken realities of birth trauma, reproductive trauma, fertility journeys, and perinatal loss.

Together, they unpack the emotional and psychological layers that can follow experiences in the perinatal space — from feeling unheard or out of control during birth, to the repeated cycles of hope and grief that can accompany fertility challenges, and the quiet, often unseen weight of loss.

Astrid shares a powerful perspective that resilience is not a fixed trait or a place we arrive at, but a dynamic, lifelong process — one that shifts and evolves as we move through different seasons of life.

The conversation also draws on the concept of Kintsugi — the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold — as a metaphor for healing. Rather than hiding what has been fractured, Kintsugi honours it, suggesting that there can be beauty in the rebuilding.

This episode offers a gentle, trauma-informed space to better understand these experiences — not to minimise them, but to give them language, context, and compassion.

Whether your story includes birth, fertility challenges, loss, or something that doesn’t quite fit into a category — this conversation is a reminder that your experience matters, and that healing is not about returning to who you were, but allowing yourself to become something new.

If this episode resonates, you’re invited to share it with someone who may need to hear it — or simply sit with what came up for you. These are the conversations that remind us we’re not alone.

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What if your symptoms weren’t a sign that something is wrong with you — but a signal asking to be understood?
In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone is joined by acupuncturist Natasha Erickson to explore women’s hormones, acupuncture, and the shift from self-judgement to body awareness. 

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone Wilson is joined by acupuncturist Natasha Erickson for a thoughtful and grounded conversation on women’s health, hormones, and the way we relate to our bodies.

A central theme throughout this discussion is the idea that women are often taught to view their bodies through a lens of deficit — something is lacking, not working, or in need of fixing. But what if symptoms were instead understood as signals of imbalance, rather than evidence that something is inherently wrong?

Drawing on principles of acupuncture and traditional approaches to health, Natasha shares how the body can be viewed as an interconnected system — where hormonal changes, stress, sleep, digestion and emotional wellbeing are all part of a larger picture. Rather than isolating symptoms, this approach invites a more non-judgemental, responsive relationship with the body.

In this episode, Leone and Natasha explore:

•  The difference between a deficit-based and imbalance-based view of women’s health 
•  How acupuncture supports hormonal regulation across all life stages 
•  The role of stress and the nervous system in shaping hormonal symptoms 
•  Why many women feel disconnected from their bodies — and how that connection can be rebuilt 
•  A more compassionate, sustainable way of approaching symptoms and healing 

This conversation offers a gentle but powerful reframe — supporting women to move away from self-judgement and toward understanding, awareness, and trust in their body’s signals.

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 You can be capable, reliable, and holding everything together — and still not feel safe inside your own life.
 This episode explores the quiet cost of coping well, and why functioning is not the same as living well. 

There is a type of strength that the world rewards — being capable, dependable, and able to keep going no matter what life asks of you.

Many people who function well learned early how to cope, adapt, and carry responsibility quietly. Over time, that capability can become an identity — one that looks successful from the outside but leaves little room for rest, softness, or feeling truly safe.

In this reflective solo episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone explores the difference between high functioning and genuine safety, and why coping well is not always the same as living well.

This conversation is not about fixing the past or pathologising resilience. Instead, it offers a compassionate understanding of how early adaptations shape adult life — and how it may be possible to move beyond survival without losing the strength that carried you here.

Shared gently and without detail, this episode invites listeners to consider a quieter question:

What changes when coping no longer has to be your full-time role?

 This episode may resonate with anyone who has ever been described as “strong,” “independent,” or “the one who holds everything together.” 

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 What if children’s “big behaviours” weren’t problems to fix — but messages to understand? In this episode, Leone Wilson sits down with Clinical & Family Psychologist Dr Rhiarne Pronk-Scholes to explore emotion regulation in children through a compassionate, developmentally informed lens — unpacking how environment, family dynamics, and nervous system awareness shape the way kids experience and express their feelings. 

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone Wilson is joined by Clinical & Family Psychologist Dr Rhiarne Pronk-Scholes for an insightful conversation about emotion regulation difficulties and behaviours in children. Together, they explore how emotional awareness develops over time — influenced by brain development, family interaction patterns, environmental stressors, and the everyday moments that shape a child’s sense of safety and connection.

Rather than viewing behaviour as something to control, this discussion invites parents and caregivers to consider behaviour as communication — offering practical insights into co-regulation, emotional language, and skill-building strategies that support children to better understand and navigate their feelings.

This episode is designed to feel grounding and supportive, helping families move beyond blame or overwhelm toward curiosity, compassion, and confident connection.

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 Is menopause being misunderstood — and are women being taught to fear a natural transition instead of learning how to thrive through it? 

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone Wilson is joined by Melisa Byrne for an honest and nuanced conversation about perimenopause, menopause, and the growing debate around medicalisation and midlife health. Together, they explore the role of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), the impact of fear-based messaging around aging and brain health, and why diet, lifestyle, and nervous-system regulation remain central to long-term wellbeing.

Rather than framing menopause as a problem to be fixed, Leone and Melisa discuss how women can approach this life stage with informed choice, grounded science, and self-trust. Expect a balanced discussion that challenges hype, honours individual experiences, and brings the focus back to education, empowerment, and healthy aging.

This conversation is designed to support women navigating perimenopause and menopause — offering perspective, clarity, and a reminder that aging is not pathology, but a powerful biological transition.

 As always, this conversation isn’t about telling women what they should or shouldn’t do — it’s about giving you the space, the knowledge, and the permission to understand your body in context, trust your own experience, and move through each life stage with informed choice rather than fear. 

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In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone is joined by hypnotherapist Megan O'Connor to explore trauma, the subconscious mind, and how reconnecting with your "truth self" can create lasting change.

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone Wilson is joined by Megan O’Connor, a UK-based hypnotherapist whose work centres on helping women heal early life experiences, release chronic overwhelm, and reconnect with what she describes as their truth self.

Together, Leone and Megan unpack what hypnotherapy really is — beyond myths and misconceptions — and how subconscious work can support emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and meaningful change. They explore how trauma and long-held stress patterns live not just in the mind, but in the body and subconscious, shaping behaviour, self-belief, and our capacity to feel safe, grounded and whole.

This conversation gently weaves together lived experience, therapeutic insight and compassion, touching on:

• How early life experiences continue to influence adult wellbeing
• What hypnotherapy actually involves and how it differs from talk-based therapies
• The relationship between trauma, overwhelm and the nervous system
• The idea of healing as remembering, rather than fixing
• What it can look like when a woman reconnects with her inner agency and truth

This episode is reflective, grounded and deeply human — offering listeners a thoughtful introduction to hypnotherapy as one possible pathway within an integrative approach to healing.

⚠️ Listener Disclaimer / Content Note

A gentle reminder that this episode is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalised medical, psychological or therapeutic care.

While we discuss trauma, emotional healing and hypnotherapy, individual experiences vary, and what is appropriate for one person may not be suitable for another. If this conversation brings up anything challenging for you, please consider reaching out to a qualified healthcare professional or a trusted support service.

If you’re in Australia, support is available through organisations such as the Butterfly Foundation, Lifeline, or your GP.
If you’re listening internationally, please seek out local mental health support services in your area.

Above all, listen at your own pace, take care of yourself, and know that support is available.

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Sleep isn't just rest, It's medicine

In Ayurveda, sleep is considered one of the three foundational pillars of life, and when it's disrupted, everything else feels harder. 

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone is joined by Ayurvedic consultant and educator Caroline Robertson to explore sleep through an Ayurvedic lens - why your nervous system matters more than willpower, how different doshic patterns show up at night, and the gentle shifts that can help you sleep more deeply without forcing or fixing yourself.

Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice - and the first thing to suffer when life feels busy, stressful, or overwhelming.

But in Ayurveda, sleep (known as Nidra) is not optional or indulgent - it is one of the essential pillars that support life, alongside nourishment and wise use of energy.

Together, Leone and Caroline discuss:

* why Ayurveda views sleep as a foundation of health, not a reward at the end of the day

* how different dosha patterns can influence the way we struggle with sleep - from racing thoughts and light sleep, to night-time heat or heavy, unrefreshing rest

* the role of the nervous system, circadian rhythms and evening routines in preparing the body for sleep

* gentle, realistic practices that support rest without adding pressure or "sleep performance anxiety"

This conversation is especially for anyone who feels tired but wired, lies awake overthinking,, or wakes feeling unrefreshed despite "doing all the right things". Rather than offering rigid rules, Caroline shares practical wisdom that honours individuality, nervous system regulation, and the importance of kindness toward yourself when sleep feels elusive.

This episode is educational in nature and intended to support, not replace, personalised medical care.

If sleep has become another thing you feel you're failing at, this episode offers a softer way forward.

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How can ancient Auurvedic wisdom guide us through modern life? Join us as Caroline Roberston, naturopath and Ayruvedic consultant shares practical tips and timeless insights for balancing body, mind and spirit.

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, we sit down with Caroline Robertson, naturopath, Ayurvedic consultant, and holistic health educator.  A conversation exploring 5,000-year-old Ayurvedic wisdom, simple daily practices, and the understanding that nothing we experience is without purpose. Caroline has spent decades blending Western natural medicine with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, helping people restore balance in body, mind, and spirit.

We explore her journey from studying naturopathy in herbal medicine in Australia to immersing herself in Ayurvedic practices in India. Caroline shares practical insights on integrating holistic health into modern life, simple rituals for daily balance, and the lessons she's learned from teaching and working with clients over the years.

Whether you're curious about Ayurveda, seeking natural ways to support your wellbeing, or simply inspired by stories of holistic healing, this conversation will leave you informed, empowered, and ready to take gentle steps toward health and harmony.

You can make contact with Caroline here -

CAROLINE ROBERTSON - 35 YRS EXPERIENCE - NATUROPATHY- AYURVEDA - Home

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 “The Natural Narrative dives beneath the surface of wellbeing to explore the real stories, science, and soul behind human health.” 

The Natural Narrative is a wellbeing podcast hosted by naturopath, nutritionist, and counsellor Leone Wilson, exploring the deeper layers of health, healing, and human behaviour.
Each episode blends evidence-based insights with real-life conversations, helping you understand the emotional, biological, and societal influences that shape your wellbeing.

From nutrition and mental health to creativity, community, and identity, The Natural Narrative offers grounded, compassionate conversations designed to empower and educate.
Whether you're a practitioner, a student of life, or simply curious about the mind–body connection, this podcast brings you stories that matter — naturally.

In this episode, Leone sits down with Sharon Hindle, founder of Club Picasso—a holistic art education program crafted to support emotional wellbeing and creative growth in children.
Sharon shares how Club Picasso uses art as a therapeutic, expressive medium for kids experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, or navigating the autism spectrum.

Together, they explore:

• How creativity builds emotional resilience
• The power of art in supporting neurodivergent children
• Why nurturing self-expression early can change lifelong wellbeing
• Sharon’s vision for accessible, heart-led creative education

This warm, insightful conversation reveals just how transformative art can be—both as a practice and as a safe space for children to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

You can find Sharon and Club Picasso at 

Pie Cottage at the back of the Ashmore TAFE campus on Anchusia St, Gold Coast, Qld

Don't Forget Your Poop Bag!: Hindle, Sharon: 9781763730830: Amazon.com: Books

A Street Cat called Sparrow: Hindle, Sharon: 9798303141797: Amazon.com: Books

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Club Picasso (@club_picasso) • Instagram photos and videos

Club Picasso | Gold Coast QLD | Facebook

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What if the thing you've been praised for - your discipline, your willpower, your "healthy lifestyle" - was actually hurting you?

Eating disorders aren't really about food. They're about control, loss, identity and survival. And sometimes they hide in plain sight - behind clean eating, overtraining, perfectionism, and being the good girl who copes.

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, I'm sharing my lived experience of anorexia, bulimia, and the long road through disordered eating - not from a clinical lens, but from inside. This is a conversation about what eating disorders do, why they make sense when you understand the pain underneath, and what real freedom can look like.

If you've ever struggled with food, your body, or the feeling that you're never quite enough - this episode is for you.

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 Eating disorders aren’t about food — they’re a way of creating control in an uncontrollable world, and in this conversation with Anjali Woodford, we explore the trauma-rooted patterns behind them and what true healing requires. 

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone sits down with clinician and educator Anjali Woodford to explore the deeper realities of eating disorders — far beyond food, weight, or appearance.
Together, they unpack how eating disorders often emerge as a way to find control in environments that feel unpredictable, unsafe, or overwhelming.

With more than 1.1 million Australians currently living with an eating disorder — a number that has risen by over 20% in the last decade — this conversation couldn’t be more timely. While around 67% of those affected are female, a significant 33% are male, reminding us that these conditions don’t discriminate and often go unnoticed until distress runs deep.

This episode is a compassionate, trauma-informed look at the emotional roots of eating disorders, the impact on individuals and families, and what paths to healing can truly look like.

some helpful links -

Health at Every Size

What is HAES (Health at Every Size) - Eating Disorders Families Australia

Eating Disorders Australia

Eating Disorders Australia - Support for Recovery & Health Professionals

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I’m Leone Wilson, and in this episode of The Natural Narrative, I chat with Cherry Wills, CEO of Metabolic Balance ANZ, about how personalised, blood-value–driven nutrition can transform health and restore balance.

I’m Leone Wilson, and The Natural Narrative shares real stories and evidence-based insights to help you reclaim your health and shine bright.

We are simply normal people enduring abnormal circumstances—and this can diminish your lustre and your health. I’m Leone Wilson, award-winning natural healthcare practitioner and founder of Harvesting Health & Mind Medicine. On The Natural Narrative, I share real-life stories, evidence-based insights, and practical strategies to help you navigate your health. I also invite like-minded guests to share their experiences so you can gain invaluable takeaways to regain your health, recover your lustre, and shine bright. The Natural Narrative is where natural wellness meets real-world experience and evidence-based insights.

In this episode, I’m joined by Cherry Wills, CEO of Metabolic Balance Australia & New Zealand, to explore how personalised nutrition can transform health, rebalance metabolism, and support long-term wellbeing.

Cherry shares her journey, why she chose Metabolic Balance, and the program’s evolution under her leadership. She also reveals how the practitioner network is expanding and how evidence-based, blood-value–driven nutrition is changing lives across the globe.

Together, we discuss practical strategies for using personalised nutrition, why food-first approaches matter, and the science behind lasting metabolic health.

If you’d like to explore how personalised nutrition can support your health or connect with a certified practitioner, visit Metabolic Balance - Nutrition Plans - Harvesting Health to learn more and book a consultation.

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 I’m Leone Wilson, and in this episode of The Natural Narrative, I chat with Anjali Woodford about rewriting your story, defying cultural expectations, and embracing authenticity to reclaim your health and shine bright. 

We are simply normal people enduring abnormal circumstances—and this can diminish your lustre and your health. I’m Leone Wilson, award-winning natural healthcare practitioner and founder of Harvesting Health & Mind Medicine. On The Natural Narrative, I share real-life stories, evidence-based insights, and practical strategies to help you navigate your health. I also invite like-minded guests to share their experiences so you can gain invaluable takeaways to regain your health, recover your lustre, and shine bright. The Natural Narrative is where natural wellness meets real-world experience and evidence-based insights.

In this heartfelt follow-up conversation, I’m joined by Anjali Woodford to explore the weight of gender expectations and cultural conditioning—and how we have both rewritten our stories.

Anjali shares her journey from Nepal's patriarchal traditions to building a life in Australia founded on love, choice, and self-determination. I reflect on growing up in an era where “girls didn’t go to university,” and how I defied that narrative—earning multiple degrees and building a career in holistic and alternative health.

Together, we discuss the courage it takes to walk a different path, the generational patterns that linger, and the empowerment that comes from embracing authenticity over expectation.

A conversation about culture, courage, and carving your own way—no matter where you start.

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This is our first podcast episode with Anjali Woodford (with many more to follow)

🎙️ The Natural Narrative — Episode with Anjali Woodford

In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone sits down with Anjali Woodford, founder of the Gold Coast Women’s Health Networking Group — a vibrant community built to connect, uplift, and empower women from all walks of life.

Anjali shares her vision of bringing education, awareness, and unity to the broader community, helping to bridge the gender and cultural gaps that often divide us. From women’s health and wellbeing to collaboration and community leadership, this conversation celebrates what’s possible when women come together with purpose and heart.

Tune in for an inspiring dialogue about connection, compassion, and creating meaningful change — one conversation at a time.

Please excuse the IT disruptions initially but stay tuned for an inspiring hour

** Anjali and Leone will be bringing subsequent sessions to you each fortnight

You can find Anjali here

About Anjali Woodford

(1) Gold Coast women’s health networking page | Facebook

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In this deeply personal episode, Leone shares the story of what happened when her partner David pushed himself past the point of exhaustion and how his illness became a wake-up call.

She talks about the cost of ignoring your body, the myths we tell ourselves about rest, and what it really means to live in balance.

If you've ever felt like you were running on empty but kept telling yourself to "push through" this episode is for you

KEY TAKEAWAYS-

The body keeps score: ignored stress always resurfaces

Rest isn't a reward - it is the fuel that sustains us

Balance is fluid, not fixed - it shifts day by day

Support and honest check-ins matter more than we think

Small intentional changes can transform how we show up

LISTENER INVITATION -

Ask yourself "Am I pushing too hard right now?"

Take this episode as your gentle reminder that rest isn't optional - it is essential

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In this deeply nourishing episode of The Natural Narrative, host Leone Wilson of Harvesting Health welcomes special guest Anyeska from Wellbeing with Anyeska for a heartful conversation on the power of rest, presence, and simply being. Together, they explore the idea that relaxation is not just a luxury—but a sacred practice designed to settle the soul.

In a world that often praises productivity over peace, Leone and Anyeska challenge the notion that we are merely "humans doing" or "humans thinking." Instead, they invite us back to our true nature: human beings.

Expect soul-stirring insights on slowing down, releasing the pressure to constantly perform, and embracing a life that’s meant to be lived, not just worked through. Whether you're in need of permission to rest or inspiration to reconnect with your essence, this episode offers a gentle reminder: your worth isn’t measured by your output, but by your presence.

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 In this episode, Leone shares the deeply personal story of supporting her partner David through his journey with glioblastoma. Navigating between conventional pharmaceuticals and the healing potential of natural herbs, Leone found a middle path—one that embraced both science and tradition. This conversation explores the power of integrative medicine, the challenges of bridging two often-opposing worlds, and how true healing can lie in the space where they meet. 

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Caring for someone facing the end of life is one of the most profound human experiences — filled with love, pain, tenderness, and resilience. "Holding On While Letting Go" this podcast episode is dedicated to the often-unspoken journey of being a caregiver for someone with a terminal illness.

ThroughLeone's  heartfelt personal story, this podcast episode explores the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges of caregiving. How does it look to comfort, to advocate, to hold space — while slowly preparing to say goodbye.

Caring for the caregiver is just as important as caring for the patient. We want you to know it is ok and completely normal to feel all the feels, positive and not so positive.

Whether you’re currently in the role, grieving a recent loss, or want to better understand the caregiving experience, this podcast offers a compassionate companion on the path of caring and letting go.

Because love doesn’t end — even when life does

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Episode 25:  In this heartfelt episode of The Natural Narrative, host Leone Wilson is joined by Dr. Rhiarne Pronk, Psychologist, to explore the profound transition of matrescence — the becoming of a mother — and the quiet, often unseen experience of burnout. Together, they offer gentle insights, compassionate reflections, and supportive pathways for mothers to honor their journey, nurture themselves, and find renewal amidst the challenges. 

The Motherhood Village link  Motherhood Village Ltd

Dr Oscar Serrallach link     Dr Oscar Serrallach

You can find Rhiarne at The Family Wellbeing Hub Gold Coast | Family Psychology and Support | 207 Currumburra Road, Molendinar QLD, Australia

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In this eye-opening episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone sits down with women’s health advocate and practitioner Melisa Byrne to explore the often-overlooked consequences of the medicalisation of women's hormones. Together, they dive into the increasing trend of prescribing hormone therapies—particularly oestrogen supplementation—to women who are already naturally menstruating.

Leone shares compelling observations from her own practice, including two clients who experienced significant fibroid growth following unnecessary oestrogen treatments. Melisa and Leone unpack how these prescriptions, often given without fully understanding the individual's hormonal baseline, may do more harm than good—potentially contributing to worsened health outcomes rather than alleviating symptoms.

This conversation challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to hormonal health, raising important questions about how we can better support women’s bodies without defaulting to pharmaceutical solutions.

🔍 Topics covered:

• The overprescription of hormone therapies in menstruating women
• The link between excess oestrogen and fibroid growth
• Why personalised care is essential in hormonal health
• How the medical system may be missing the mark on women's wellness

Tune in for a thoughtful, grounded, and much-needed discussion on what it really means to listen to women’s bodies.

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In this episode, Leone chats with Jess Harvey, an experienced osteopath, about the concept of the Allergic March—a progressive pattern of allergic conditions that often begins in infancy and evolves through childhood. Together, they explore how this phenomenon represents a state of dis-ease and a hyperactive immune response, rather than isolated symptoms.

Jess sheds light on how the body’s immune system becomes dysregulated, leading to conditions like eczema, food allergies, hay fever, and asthma. They also touch on the root causes of this heightened immune activity, such as environmental triggers, gut health, and early-life exposures. Throughout the conversation, the focus is on understanding the body’s signals and working toward restoring balance, rather than just treating symptoms.

A thoughtful, insightful discussion for anyone wanting to dive deeper into the underlying factors of childhood allergic conditions—and how an osteopathic approach can support long-term wellness.

You can find Jess at Head 2 Toe Health Coomera

Home - Osteopathy in Springwood, Brisbane and Oxenford, Gold Coast. Call your new osteo today

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In this deeply personal episode, Leone, the founder of Mind Medicine & Brave Bites and the voice behind Harvesting Health, opens up about her journey through disordered eating and the path to recovery. With honesty and vulnerability, Leone shares how her relationship with food was shaped by perfectionism, pressure, and pain—and how she eventually found the courage to confront the beliefs that were keeping her stuck.

Now in a place of healing, Leone embraces the role of a "wounded healer," using her lived experience to support others navigating similar struggles. Through her new venture, Brave Bites, she’s creating a safe space for compassionate conversation, mindful nourishment, and sustainable healing.

This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a reminder that our deepest wounds can become the source of our greatest wisdom. Tune in to hear how Leone turned her pain into purpose—and how she's helping others do the same.

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https://harvestinghealth.com.au/
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Episode 21: In this insightful episode, Leone sits down with Alex Masters, the founder of Balanced Lane, a vibrant community space dedicated to empowering women through Pilates and Yoga. Alex shares the journey of how she discovered her passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for women to prioritize their health and well-being.

The conversation delves into how the isolation of the Covid-19 lockdowns served as a catalyst for Alex’s vision. Recognizing the challenges women faced during this time—emotionally, physically, and mentally—she set out to create a space that fostered connection, strength, and self-care. Alex reflects on the powerful role community plays in overcoming obstacles, particularly when it comes to prioritizing health amidst life's chaos.

Through Balanced Lane, Alex emphasizes how Pilates and yoga are not just about physical fitness but also about mental and emotional strength. The discussion explores the importance of building a supportive community that encourages self-love, balance, and resilience.

Tune in to hear Alex’s inspiring story of turning adversity into opportunity and creating a space where women can come together to become the healthiest, happiest, and strongest versions of themselves.

Balance Lane Website

https://balancelane.com/

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balance.lane/

Link to Pelvic Floor & Core Class

https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/catalog-view.html?k_business=401937&id_sale=1&k_id=100000009130

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Episode 20 - In this episode, Leone from Harvesting Health and Shelley Jacks from Magnus Health dive into the powerful technique of graded exposure therapy and how it can help individuals with PTSD and OCD face their fears. They discuss how this approach, broken down into manageable steps, allows sufferers to gradually confront and reduce the impact of their anxieties. Tune in to learn simple, practical ideas that you can incorporate into your daily life to help you or someone you know cope with these challenging conditions. Whether you're dealing with PTSD, OCD, or simply looking to understand more about these therapeutic methods, this episode offers insightful, actionable advice. 

Magnus Health Website 

https://www.magnushealth.com.au/

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 In this episode of The Natural Narrative, Leone and Anyeska from Wellbeing with Anyeska,  dive deep into the power of intuition and introspection. They explore how modern society, with its rigid norms and expectations, has caused many to lose touch with their inner wisdom. The conversation touches on the impact of peer pressure, the medicalization of body symptoms, and how all of this has shifted our focus away from listening to ourselves. Tune in for an insightful discussion on reclaiming your intuitive self and reconnecting with your inner voice in a world that often pushes us to ignore it. 

Thankyou for being part of our tribe, we appreciate YOU!

You can reach Anyeska via these links

Facebook: (2) Wellbeing With Anyeska | Facebook

Instagram: Energy Alchemist & Massage Therapist (@wellbeingwithanyeska) • Instagram photos and videos

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In this episode Leone is chatting with Tracey May Horton, a Business and Life Coach. Tracey works with couples, individuals and groups to help them achieve personal goals as well as providing valuable insight for those people who aspire to growing successful businesses. She has recently released three books to help people challenge their thinking and become a more resilient version of themselves; by becoming more satisfied with your life this will segue to becoming more successful with what you choose to explore in that life, including business.

Both Tracey and Leone identify as having significant childhood trauma, however both also recognise they are somewhat 'Wounded Healers', having navigated their experiences and  created a life helping others open the door to the path less travelled to experience the riches it has to offer.

This episode shares nutritional tips around a healthier mind and explores other ways to be the best version of yourself despite the circumstances. 

You can view Tracey's website here

Tracey Horton International | Author

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In this episode Leone chats with a past naturopathic student, Jayde Currie who left the busy Gold Coast to live in rural Morar, Scotland.
Jayde chats about the limitations of her rural life, but also highlights the benefits of community, seasonal produce and foraging for local herbal remedies that she creates healing balms and lotions from.

A vast difference from the busy and impersonal Gold Coast, Morar has allowed Jayde to connect with her community, being the only naturopath for at least 100 miles!

Jayde has also been invited to be a guest presenter for Heal Scotland, a not-for-profit organisation that provides educational resources & events to help the people of Scotland take control of their health & well-being to live the best possible quality of life.
Heal Scotland - Educate. Inspire. Support

Jayde's website
Naturopathic and Holistic Health Care

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As we usher in 2025, many of us reflect on the past 12 months - celebrating successes, learning from challenges, and thinking about how we can grow and prosper in the year ahead.
Whilst most of the focus tends to be on physical health with many joining the gym, cutting out sugar, and eating wholefoods - it's also a perfect time to consider giving your mind a much-needed detox. A mental health detox helps to clear the clutter, reset the mind and support overall wellbeing.

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In this episode, Leone of Harvesting Health chats about the six naturopathic principles and how they are applied to improve YOUR health outcomes.

Roxy shares some examples of young people she has helped simply using nutrition and lifestyle tips which brings us back to the most basic of naturopathic formula - creating the correct environment for the body to be able to heal itself

Roxy has recently joined the Integrative Team at Harvesting Health and we felt it was a lovely way to introduce her to you all via this episode. If Roxy's treatment style resonates with you be sure to book in using the links below.

Roxy's specialises in paediatric children's health, and fertility. Thus nurturing those earthside and those soon to be so. This is the best form of preventative care we believe.
Let us know what you think

For Fertility Consults
https://HarvestingHealthBookings.as.me/?appointmentType=71556408

For Kiddy Health
https://HarvestingHealthBookings.as.me/?appointmentType=68653897

To read more about the team
https://harvestinghealth.com.au/the-team

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You'll never believe this but the first step to embracing better health is to ‘unlearn’ everything you think you know. Most of the urban myths around health protocols are generated by people who want to line their own pockets.

Achieving better health doesn’t have to be about difficult protocols and diets, in fact these don’t promote good health, they actively promote fear of not doing them . This fear can hold us back and in this episode Leone teaches you how to let go of the fear using easy and quick interventions. Leone talks about the 'bite size steps' needed to build good longlasting health foundations.

As usual if you would like further help on your health journey, please reach out

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So your baby or child has sleep issues. Why?

Prenatal stress

Gut microbiome

Nutrition during pregnancy and after

Your Birth experience

Several human studies have investigated the association between the external maternal environment and offspring neurodevelopment. These have identified ongoing physical and mental effects in later life.  This is called epigenetics.

External stimuli (outside stressors) often act synergistically, meaning they have a cumulative effect on epigenetics and subsequent health or behaviour. This can be mother’s emotional stress as well as environmental stressors, such as diet and lifestyle.

Additionally accumulating evidence suggests that maternal psychological and social stress during the pregnancy adversely affects the developing child segueing to a diverse range of poor physical and mental health outcomes.

For me, this explains so much about the health of kiddies and adults in my clinic space. However, nothing is set in stone, and this means we can make the necessary changes to embrace overall wellbeing. When your child sleeps well, your health also improves!

Natalie Saul who joins us today is an experienced nurse and midwife who then chose to pursue a career as a sleep consultant. She works with parenting styles and family structure to get the best outcomes for you and your little one by developing a prescription that works with you. There is no use expecting you to implement interventions beyond your means is there? 

Have a listen to today’s episode as there are some gold nuggets of information that might just help you and of course, if you need Natalie’s help here are her details

Website - www.yourhappynest.com.au 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/your_happy_nest/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yourhappynestofficial 

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Are you a busy professional or mumma experiencing fatigue and close to burnout?
I don't blame you for wanting to invest in your health, but let's look at the research and the science behind these urban myths

Are you wondering -
Why you are anaemic?
Why you can't absorb iron and hold it?

Do you think heavy and painful periods are normal?

Are you considering -
Intermittent Fasting
A Detox?
A Parasite Cleanse?
A Heavy Metal Detox?

This episode explores the evidence behind low iron and anaemia, but also give you tips to build your iron stores. And.....no, heavy or painful periods might be common but that doesn't make them normal. Want to know more?

Leone also busts a few myths around detoxing, intermittent fasting and parasite cleanses.

The information presented might just 'turn you on your head' as it flies in the face of common trends.

If this resonates with you and you would like further assistance with your health please reach out

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Exercise - How much is too much.
We have been told to exercise more and eat less as women but is this simply a societal crock of sh*t?

Leone from Harvesting Health chats to Renee Smith, a personal trainer with a holistic outlook to exercise and diet. Leone recounts her own experience with disordered eating and excessive exercise with Renee contributing with her own experience and her knowledge around "how much exercise is enough" and how we should be viewing exercise to obtain the best results.

You might be a little surprised at her exercise prescription. Society seems to have a view of punishment to obtain results but is this absolutely necessary.
We invite you to have a listen and draw your own conclusion.

Renee can be contacted via
Facebook  
Renee Smith (@asplashofhealth) • Instagram photos and videos

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In this episode Leone from Harvesting Health talks with her friend and colleague Jan Sky, a neuropsychotherapist, practicing hypnotherapy, counselling and coaching to help people overcome learned roadblocks and be able to achieve their aspirations and goals, both personally and professionally.

How does our environment impact our meaning making and our choices?
Both Leone and Jan deliver holisitic healthcare, combining their understanding of the mind-body health model.

You can find Jan via these links
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/home.php
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasky/
Website: www.brainpotential.net

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"The pathogen is nothing, the terrain is everything". (Louis Pasteur).
What is the terrain? Several body systems provide the ultimate terrain; the gut, the mind, the immune system are some.

"The person who takes medicine must recover twice - first from the disease and then from the medicine" (William Osler MD, Regius Fellow at Oxford University).
How does medicine affect the terrain?

"It is best to cure the soul before curing the body as health and happiness ultimately depend on the state of the soul". (Socrates)

Want to know more? Want to understand how medicine might affect the terrain or how the mind can alter the terrain? 
Switch play and listen in - I dare you.

With love, Leone from Harvesting Health

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Leone chats to an old friend, Anneliese Sherline about Art Therapy and how this is helping children and adults alike to express and share their emotional burden. Research highlights the advantages of using creative therapies in healing emotional scars

Leone met Anneliese at least ten years ago and they both share a hunger for understanding alternative therapies that can support people's physical and emotional health.

Anneliese can be found at Sanctuary Art Therapy on the Gold Coast of Queensland

Website: https://sanctuaryarttherapy.com.au/
Facebook: (9) Sanctuary Art Therapy | Facebook

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In this episode, Leone highlights her thoughts and agreeance with Dr Jeff Rediger, author, physician, psychiatrist and theologian. Dr Jeff Rediger's book, Cured: The Life-Changing Science of Spontaneous Healing explores both scientific, evidence-based research and anecdotal experience to acknowledge the body's ability to heal itself.

Leone herself very much believes "if we can get sick, we can get well" and now no longer medicates for her previous diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Her clinic, Harvesting Health treats clients using a mind-body-spirit approach and this reflects Dr Rediger's experience as well.

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Disordered Eating Sits In A Place Between Normal Eating And A Diagnosed Eating Disorder. In a world of Google misinformation it is difficult to understand what foods are nutritious and how we should eat them

Leone explores and explains the differences, the symptomatic behaviours of several eating disorders, and disordered eating. Reflecting on her own journey of overcoming Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa she explains how she then developed disordered eating and exercising patterns of behaviour. 

Leone then highlights some infamous urban myths surrounding food.

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"Breathe is the first thing we do when we enter into the world and the last thing we do as we transition beyond"

In this episode, Leone from Harvesting Health chats with Karen Mudie a breathwork facilitator on the Gold Coast about the importance of the breath and specific breathing exercises that promote positive mental and physical health.

Evidence-based research supports the benefits of conscious breathing on emotional wellbeing and body systems including cardiovascular and respiratory health, as well as reducing inflammation and oxidative stress that contribute to chronic health conditions, including cancer.

Is conscious breathing one of the easiest tools to enhance your wellbeing?
Have a listen and see what you think!

You can find Karen -
www.karenmudie.com.au
www.instagram.com/karenmudie_healer
https://www.facebook.com/karenmudie11

You can find us at -
https://harvestinghealth.com.au/
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In this episode Leone from Harvesting Health, explores two specific concepts that allow us to 'unlearn learned helplessness' and create opportunities from perceived obstacles.

She shares the knowledge of Viktor Frankl (a neurologist, psychotherapist and holocaust survivor) and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (a Hungarian-American psychologist) and the experience of meaning-making and creating FLOW to achieve happiness. She candidly discusses how that looked for her in relation to her lived experience of losing her son, Matthew to SIDS and how that loss eventually ignited the power within her. The power is within you also if you desire it.

You can find Leone at Harvesting Health, a comprehensive holistic healthcare practice on the sunny Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia. She consults with both national and international clients.

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Lynda Hundt from CalmXiety joins us today to chat a little about how EFT tapping has helped her manage her anxiety and lead a productive life since her experience in Manhattan during 9/11. She now supports other women experiencing anxiety and stress by holding regular EFT Tapping Circles at a beautiful retreat on the Gold Coast.

Lynda's website information 
eyeonbeauty.com.au

The Tapping Solution app
https://www.thetappingsolution.com/blog/tapping-solution-app/

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Leone explores the association between Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs and physical health conditions in adulthood. She cites and discusses Vincent Feliiti's ACEs studies in 1998 and 2002 alongside her own recent Literature Review examining the little know facts of this connection. Using her own life and health history as an example, Leone inspires us to "bring back the Gold".

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Thankyou for joining me, Leone at The Natural Narrative. This episode is our introduction to the vision behind The Natural Narrative, what you can expect from our podcast and a little background around Leone and why she is a heart-centred passionate natural health practitioner. 

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