If you’ve ever felt your voice wobble when your truth is trying to walk tall, this episode will steady your stride. We dive into the quiet power that rises when your words, your body, and your mindset finally stop arguing with each other and start telling the same story. Truth isn’t just noble; it’s profitable. And, as you’ll hear, it’s the cornerstone of communication that actually moves people.

In this conversation, Fran sits down with communications expert and speaker coach Emma Wainer to unpick what makes a message believable, the kind that earns trust instead of begging for it. Emma shares her winding path from speech and language therapy to operations leadership, and the heartbreak of five miscarriages that silenced her voice before a master’s in voice coaching helped her reclaim it. Her story is raw, real, and a testament to the resilience behind authentic communication.

Together, they explore:

• The Power of Congruence: Why your audience trusts your body long before it trusts your words. 
• Big T Truth: How to deliver even scripted messages with honesty instead of hollow performance. 
• Childhood & Gendered Conditioning: The subtle forces that teach us to shrink, soften, or over-explain and how to break those patterns. 
• Warmth + Credibility: The timeless duo that builds trust faster than any shiny technique. 
• The Bridge of Trust Framework: How to meet your audience at their pain points before you dare offer a solution. 
• Storytelling with Spine: Helping logical thinkers add emotional weight and human stakes without feeling cheesy. 
• Body-Mind Recalibration: Practical ways to regulate nerves, breath, and inner narrative so your truth can actually make it out of your mouth. 
• Pricing, Presence & Self-Worth: Why owning your message and owning your value are the same skill wearing different outfits. 
• Rebuilding a Voice After Loss: Emma’s poignant journey back to self-expression and how practice, not perfection, makes a magnetic speaker. 

This episode is for you if:
You want to speak with more confidence, sell with more integrity, and show up in your business as the truest version of yourself, not the polished mask you think people expect.

Come for the techniques; stay for the truth.

About Emma

Emma Wainer is a speaker coach, communication strategist, and voice expert who helps business owners speak with more clarity, credibility, and impact. With a background in speech and language therapy, startup leadership, and voice coaching, she brings a rare mix of commercial insight, vocal expertise, and practical tools to help people communicate in a way that builds trust and moves people to action.

She works with founders, leaders, and experts who want to come across more naturally and powerfully, whether they’re speaking on stage, in meetings, on podcasts, or on camera.

Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmawainer/

Free talk diagnostic
https://whyyourtalk5.tiiny.site

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

What happens when you stop performing your life… and start telling the truth? 

In this episode, Fran Willoughby sits down with psychic medium, intuitive life coach, and author Mary Beth Thomsen to explore her upcoming book Burn The Ships: The Power of Telling the Truth to Yourself and the World. 

From spirituality and neuroscience to social media masks, limiting beliefs, and the fear of vulnerability, this conversation dives headfirst into why so many of us stay hidden and what it costs us. 

Together, Fran and Mary Beth explore: 

✨ Why people avoid telling the truth — even to themselves
 ✨ The curated “highlight reel” culture of social media
 ✨ How childhood conditioning shapes limiting beliefs
 ✨ The connection between truth, freedom, and healing
 ✨ Manifestation, choice, and personal responsibility
 ✨ Postpartum depression and the courage of honesty
 ✨ Coming out publicly as a psychic medium during the pandemic
 ✨ Influences including Eckhart Tolle and Dr. Joe Dispenza
 ✨ Why Mary Beth believes we’re living through a collective “great awakening” 

This is a conversation about masks, meaning, fear, liberation… and what happens when you finally burn the ships behind you and step fully into who you are. 

Sometimes the truth wrecks your old life.
Sometimes it saves it. 

About Mary Beth

Mary Beth Thomsen, owner of Soul Shines Coaching, is a Certified Master Color Energy Coach, Certified Spiritual Life Coach, a psychic medium, and Celtic Shamanic Practitioner. Her work centers on one core belief: that telling the truth—especially the ones we’ve been avoiding—is the doorway to healing, self-trust, and real transformation.

She is a contributing writer for Mantra Wellness Magazine. Her debut book in development, BURN THE SHIPS, is a teaching memoir exploring the courage it takes to tell the truth out loud, and what becomes possible when we do.

Through her work, Mary Beth invites others to reconnect with their inner knowing, release what no longer aligns, and live with greater clarity, honesty, and freedom.

Website: www.soulshinescoaching.com 

IG: www.instagram.com/soulshinescoaching

FB: www.facebook.com/soulshinescoaching 

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

In this episode, Fran sits down with Peter Greedy, an optometrist-turned-coach whose life took an extraordinary turn when he became part of the UK religious group Antioch in 1983.

Peter spent 15 years inside its tightly controlled world, communal living, patriarchal teachings, no-dating rules, love-bombing, and an intense culture of obedience. He shares how he was first drawn in as a young man newly arrived in London, how members were recruited, and how allegations and internal handling of abuse shaped the community from within.

A major organisational split in 1998 finally pushed Peter and his family out, leaving him to face the truth of what he’d been part of and who he was without it.

But this isn’t just a story about leaving a cult.
 It’s about the patterns that follow us into the workplace.

Now a researcher and PhD student in coaching psychology, Peter reveals the striking similarities between high-control religious groups and the way some leaders run teams, companies, and even sports organisations. He shares insights from his Workplace Culture Index, showing how culture is built (or broken) by behaviour, not branding.

Together, we explore:
 • How coercive dynamics show up in everyday organisations
 • The power of emotional intelligence and psychological safety
 • Why questioning, critical thinking and connection are cultural lifelines
 • What recovering from a high-control system really looks like
 • How leaders can build cultures rooted in trust, belonging and humanity

This is a conversation about truth, autonomy, and the courage it takes to see what’s really going on — whether you’re in a church, a company, or a community.

A powerful, eye-opening episode. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

About Peter

I am passionate about and specialise in personal development, building high performing teams, 
enabling great leadership and optimising workplace culture. 
This is borne of significant lived experiences - being a religious cult member for 15 years (1983-1998), working in a corporate environment for 12 years, and an extensive career in primary 
healthcare meeting people from every walk of life. 
My career in optometry has spanned 40 years having entered City University Optometry School 
in 1984. Most of this time has been spent, either full time or part time, in primary healthcare. 
From 1996 to 2008 I worked for the global healthcare corporation, with roles in professional 
services, training, and IT. Since 2008 I have worked part time as a locum optometrist for a 
variety of practices, from high end independents to national chains. 
I am founder of Coaches and Mentors in Optics (CaMiO) a peer group collective of colleagues in 
the optical industry who provide coaching, mentoring and wellbeing services. 
I hold the following coaching accreditations: Accredited Professional Coach with the 
Association for Coaching, Integrative Coach, Ikigai Life Coach, Resilience Coach, and Belbin 
Team Roles Practitioner. I am currently studying for a PhD in Coaching Psychology. 
In my spare time I am an active member of the Events and CPD team for Gloucestershire Local 
Optical Committee. Otherwise, I am usually found at my home desk or out hiking somewhere. 

http://petergreedy.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/petergreedy/

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

In this deeply honest episode, Fran Willoughby sits down with Katie Costello - soul midwife, funeral celebrant, and death educator - whose work brings compassion, clarity, and humanity back into the end-of-life experience. 

Katie shares how her path into end-of-life support grew from early encounters with death, a strong spiritual thread, and over a decade working in care and hospice settings. Her mission is both simple and essential: to demystify dying, reduce fear, and help families feel more prepared and less alone. 

Together, we explore: 

•  What a soul midwife actually does, and how emotional presence transforms the dying process 
•  The difference between fearing death and fearing the unknown
•  Katie’s CPD-accredited programme “Dying for a Cuppa,” created to fill the huge gap in public and professional understanding 
•  Why families often panic, and how preparation can ease regret later 
•  The confessions, reflections, and final truths people sometimes share at the end 
•  How grief becomes tangled with fear, identity loss, and unspoken questions 

This episode is for anyone who has lost someone, is supporting someone who’s dying, or wants a clearer, kinder understanding of what really happens at the end - without fear, confusion, or silence.
 
 
About Katie

Katie Costello is a multi-award-winning soul midwife, funeral celebrant, death educator, speaker, and consultant. She mentors and trains others in end-of-life care and is the creator of the CPD-accredited Dying for a CuppaⓇ Masterclass and host of Dying for a CuppaⓇ The Podcast.

She is also the author of A Gift – Part funeral plan, part life story, part love letter, available on Amazon.

With 13+ years immersed in palliative care, including eight years working in her local hospice, Katie is committed to empowering open, honest conversations around death and dying. She champions choice, autonomy, and love - before, during, and after death.

Her work has been featured in The Metro, The Independent, and numerous global podcasts. She collaborates with multiple end-of-life organisations and charities, sits on the advisory board for the WhiteBalloon Funeral Hub, and serves on the adult steering group for the digital-legacy platform Aftercloud.


Katie’s Links

🎙 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1b1UiyJ9BVjL0rZVA7xHMb?si=itv56zelRLSYxKb0ULE26g

🌐 Website: https://www.katiecsoulmidwife.com/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katiecsoulmidwife

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiecsoulmidwife/

💼 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/katie-costello-endoflife
 

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

Darren Barden's story: Surviving a Mistaken-Identity Hit, PTSD, and Turning his trauma supporting others to aid Suicide Prevention

On The Power of the Truth podcast, Fran Willoughby interviews Darren Barden, CEO of iTalk and author of “Let’s Skip to the Good Bits,” about surviving a brutal mistaken-identity attack at his home in 1996, in which he was stabbed over 20 times at home while his wife and 1-year-old son were upstairs, with no one ever caught. 

Darren describes the immediate aftermath, fear of a repeat attack, media appearances on Kilroy, and long-term psychological impacts including anger, PTSD/depression, suicidal planning, paranoia, and strained relationships. He highlights barriers to accessing support, sharing that 75% of suicides are male and that 90% of those men had previously sought help. 

Darren explains how medication and support helped him recover and how he now focuses on suicide prevention and psychological safety in construction through iTalk and his podcast Under the Hard Hat, encouraging people to talk and others to look out for those struggling. 

About Darren 

Darren Barden is a speaker, best selling author, and CEO of iTalk MH Ltd, a company on a mission to reduce suicide and improve psychological safety in the construction industry.

After surviving a brutal attack in his own home, Darren found himself at rock bottom. What once felt like an anchor holding him back has since become the wind in his sails, fuelling a purpose to help others avoid reaching crisis point.

Now working with construction companies across the UK, Darren believes that a 3-dimensional approach is what is needed. Psychological Safety for Organisations, Mental Fitness for Individuals and Suicide Prevention for All. His message is simple: we must move beyond awareness and start saving lives. 

Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Support (UK) 

Samaritans
Free, confidential emotional support 24/7.
Call: 116 123
www.samaritans.org

 Mind
Support, information, and guidance for all mental health challenges.
www.mind.org.uk

 CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably
Support for men and anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Helpline & webchat: 5pm–midnight, 365 days a year
www.thecalmzone.net

 Shout 85258
Free, confidential text support for anyone in crisis.
Text: SHOUT to 85258
www.giveusashout.org

 Papyrus – Prevention of Young Suicide
For young people up to 35 and those supporting them.
HOPELINE247: 0800 068 4141
www.papyrus-uk.org

NHS 111
Urgent mental health support via your local NHS crisis team.
www.111.nhs.uk

Darren’s Organisation 

iTalk MH Ltd
Creating mentally healthy, psychologically safe workplaces.
Website: https://italkmh.com/

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

Host Fran Willoughby welcomes Victoria Vanstone of the Sober Awkward podcast, an author and sobriety advocate living in Australia, to discuss alcohol, honesty, and motherhood. Victoria describes her weekend binge-drinking pattern after becoming a mum, the anxiety and guilt of hangovers with young children, and a defining moment of admitting she couldn’t moderate and needed help; therapy helped her envision “stepping off” the chaotic drinking culture, and she has been sober for eight years. Fran shares her own turning points, completing 100+ days sober, and grieving her mother without drinking, which changed her relationship with alcohol. They critique the stigma of the label “alcoholic,” discuss shame, role-modeling for children, and using professional support. Victoria highlights her books, communities, retreats, and episodes on menopause, ADHD, and the nervous system.

For more info on Vic use the links below:

Instagram @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy

www.soberawkward.com

www.soberawkward.com/retreats

www.cuppa.community - 

Books - A Thousand Wasted Sundays and Mumming - available on Amazon audio and kindle

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

Host Fran Willoughby interviews Willie Nicol on the Power of the Truth Podcast. Willie shares his journey from 31 years as a police detective to an unexpected second career in coaching after leaving policing.

About Willie

After graduating with a Law degree at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, Willie had a 31 year career as a Police Officer, followed on retirement by nearly seven years in corporate security management before being unexpectedly made redundant.

After getting his head round that unpleasant experience, Willie decided to step completely away from the law enforcement and security environment and, drawing on his wide lived experience and numerous acquired skills, he set up his own business as a personal development and transformational coach.

That was nearly eight years ago and he hasn’t looked back.

He holds certifications as a Life Coach, Hypnotherapist and Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP).

Willie works in a non-judgemental way to help his clients find their own solutions to stress, anxiety, overwhelm, low confidence or anything else which is blocking their development or stopping them achieving the results they really want in life.

Currently, he is focusing on providing practical support for lost, stuck or unhappy men who are committed to making positive changes in their lives.

Willie doesn’t “do” fluff, BS or psychobabble in his coaching. He just lets honest conversations deliver tangible results.

Email               willie@willienicolcoaching.com

Websites         willienicolcoaching.com

                         careercoachingcop.co.uk

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

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

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

In this powerful episode of The Power of the Truth, Fran speaks with worthiness coach Ebi Diete-Spiff - a woman who rebuilt her life from the inside out.

Ebi shares the turning point in 2014 that shattered the illusion of confidence she had carried for decades and led her into a deep journey of self-awareness, healing, and what she calls self-mastery.

Her story spans continents and lifetimes of emotional weight — born in the UK, raised in Nigeria, married at 19, and later living in Greece in a marriage marked by physical, emotional, and psychological abuse. She left in 1988, returned nine years later, had twins, and ultimately left again in 1999 for the final time. Eventually, she raised seven children alone in the UK.

Through her truth-telling, Ebi links recurring patterns of rejection, people-pleasing, and seeking validation to early experiences of foster care and even the emotional environment around her mother’s pregnancy. She describes how these patterns resurfaced throughout her corporate HR career, her relationships, parenting, business decisions, and even her health — including thyroid issues and severe disc pain that professionals later connected to stored trauma.

She also shares the tools and insights that helped her reclaim her worth:
 — EFT/tapping
 — The Emotion Code
 — Deep somatic work
 — Studying pain, trauma, and emotional release
 — And the book that helped her surrender stored hurt rather than endlessly analyse it: “Letting Go” by Dr. David R. Hawkins

🔗 Connect with Sheila

• Website: https://ebisheila.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dieteshe
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ebi6270
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachebi/

❤️ If You’ve Been Affected by Anything in This Episode

You are not alone. Support is available.

• UK Domestic Abuse Helpline (24/7):
  https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
  
  0808 2000 247
• Women’s Aid (UK):
  https://www.womensaid.org.uk/
  
  
• Mind (mental health support):
  https://www.mind.org.uk/
  
  
• Samaritans (24/7 listening support):
  https://www.samaritans.org/
  
  116 123
• NHS Support for Trauma & Abuse:
  https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/
  
  

If anything in Sheila’s story reflects your own experience, please reach out to someone — a friend, a professional, or one of the organisations above. Healing begins with one brave step.

💬 Work with Fran

Learn more about Fran’s resilience coaching, the Mojo Method, and her mission to help self-employed people build strong personal brands rooted in truth and confidence:
 Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Mojo Revival Hub

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

Tipped as a future Second Sea Lord, Commodore Duncan Lustig-Prean, the holder of three Commendations for Leadership, was dismissed from the Royal Navy in 1995 because of his sexuality. He went on to lead the campaign to lift the ban of gays in the military and challenged the UK in the European Court of Human Rights. In 2000 the ban was abolished with new rules and support mechanisms prepared by Duncan in cooperation with the Ministry of Defence. A tireless campaigner he successfully campaigned to change anti-gay legislation on two further occasions. He was also heavily involved in other areas of equalities including improving recruitment from the global majority, women in the front line and latterly, opening up the performing arts to groups often excluded from them.

In more recent years, together with the charity Fighting With Pride, Duncan campaigned for an Inquiry into the treatment of LGBT people. He was an informal adviser to the judge leading the Inquiry. As a result of this restitution is being made to the victims of the LGBT ban on gays in the military.

Duncan’s varied career includes Commodore of a Merchant Shipping Line specialising in firefighting and salvage, CEO of a large firm of solicitors, Deputy Director General of the ASA, and a number of years as senior instructor with easyJet. He is now Chair of Brighton Fringe, the second largest Fringe in the world and chair of a new charity OUTstanding which provides mentoring and residential courses to help with the trauma LGBT veterans still experience because of the cruelty and abuse experienced during their dismissals.

Duncan has been given a number of awards for his work in equality including the Prix de Nantes, Stonewall Equality Award and the Mike Rhodes Award. He was nominated for a BAFTA for a feature length documentary he advised and appeared in and also an Iris award for another short film.

Support for restitution applications is available from Fighting with Pride at

 Fighting With Pride: The Armed Forces LGBTQ+ Charity 

Support with trained mentors and access to residential courses and social events is available from the new charity OUTstanding which cares for LGBT veterans who lost their careers. They can be contacted at: 

info@outstanding.org.uk

If you have been affected by anything you have heard in this episode, please do reach out to one of the following helplines:

The Samaritans, available on 116 123 (24 hours 7 days)
Hopeline247 – 0800 068 41 41 - www.papyrus-uk.org
Hub of Hope - www.hubofhope.co.uk  Fighting with Pride - 0203 981 3810

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

In this episode of The Power of the Truth Podcast, Fran interviews Maike Mullenders, a yoga teacher, author, and volunteer group facilitator for Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide. Maike shares her childhood growing up with a father with undiagnosed mental health issues who repeatedly attempted suicide and died by suicide when she was 21. 

Book:

The Confession: A Journey to Acceptance

https://amzn.eu/d/f1b9CIk

Contact:

LinkedIn: Maike Mullenders | LinkedIn

Facebook: Facebook

Instagram: Instagram

Maike works as a yoga teacher but she is first and foremost a mother of three. I volunteer for SOBS (Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide), heading up their Reigate Support Group.

After working for ten years as an actress in television, theatre and radio, she trained and worked as a Relate couples and young people counsellor. Going on to work as an advocate for Witness Against Abuse by Health and Social Care Workers.  

Having benefited greatly from practicing yoga personally, she went on to train as a teacher and has been teaching since and running workshops.

Her personal highlight has been finally having the courage to tell her own story; living with a father with undiagnosed mental health issues who went on to take his own life. My book, The Confession: A Journey to Acceptance was published by Mirror Books in 2023.

If you are struggling, please contact:
The Samaritans, available on 116 123 (24 hours 7 days)
Hopeline247 – 0800 068 41 41 - www.papyrus-uk.org
Hub of Hope - www.hubofhope.co.uk
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) 0300 111 5065 

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

In this episode of The Power of the Truth Podcast, host Fran Willoughby interviews Joy Schulz, an energetic midwife who escaped a religious cult in Mid-America. Joy shares her powerful story of liberation, healing, and self-reclamation. She discusses her journey of unlearning ingrained beliefs, overcoming trauma, and rediscovering her true self through various means, including human design, life coaching, and spiritual exploration. Joy now helps women embody their true selves and reclaim their lives, drawing from her own experiences and the struggles she has faced. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of living in one’s truth.

About Joy Schulz

"You were never too much. You were just never mirrored by someone who could hold your magic."

Joy Schulz is an intuitive mentor, energetic midwife, and sacred mirror for women who know they’re meant for more but are done performing and pretending to get there.

A 4/6 Emotional Projector, certified Holy Fire Reiki practitioner, and Priestess of Goddess Isis, Joy walks a devotional path of remembrance and reclamation. She blends Human Design, Reiki, oracle wisdom, and soul coaching to guide women into radical self-trust and spiritual sovereignty. Her clients are often recovering perfectionists and people-pleasers who’ve done so much inner work—but still feel like something's missing.

For more than five years, she’s held space for women on the edge of transformation—those navigating identity shifts, untangling religious conditioning, and learning to trust their own rhythm. Her sessions are intuitively led, often steeped in ceremony and ritual, and always infused with warmth, humor, and deep presence.

Rooted in Oklahoma with her partner Jack and her familiar Shadow, Joy drums in the woods, devours fantasy books like candy, and crochets magic into everything she makes. 

Links: 

Website: https://www.radicaljoyfulness.com

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

Substack: https://radicaljoyfulness.substack.com/

Book a Free Resonance Call: https://tidycal.com/radicaljoyfulness/resonance

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

In this episode of The Power of the Truth Podcast, host Fran Willoughby interviews Hannah McIntyre, a medium, teacher, and author who has had a significant impact on Fran's own journey. Hannah shares her accidental discovery of mediumship, the challenges she faced in integrating this into her life, and the importance of honesty and self-truth in her work. They discuss obstacles like skepticism and trolling, the evolution of Hannah's business, and how she navigates the intersection of integrity and spiritual guidance. The conversation also touches on personal stories, including managing familial and societal reactions to her mediumship, and emphasises the transformative power of embracing one's true self. Hannah offers insights and advice for those curious about spirituality and underscores the role of intuition in connecting with the spirit world.

For more about Hannah visit https://www.hannahmedium.co.uk/ 

About Fran Willoughby
Fran Willoughby is a resilience and confidence coach, healer, artist, and dance teacher who helps self-employed people step into their truth and build a business that finally feels like home. With roots in musical theatre, years of creative expression, and a no-nonsense coaching style, Fran blends intuition, energy work, and practical strategy to help people rediscover their power.

Her work spans 1:1 coaching, her signature Mojo Reset group programme, Evidential mediumship readings, Reiki sessions, and creative offerings that help people reconnect with who they really are, beyond the noise, beyond the façade.

To find out more about Fran and her work:
 Website: https://www.mojo-motivator.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mojo_motivator/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themojomotivator
Mojo Meditations Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5iJqi9oL2xVX7grxp2fm3g?si=dFydpYtbSCGjBMUDfNbxrA
Email: thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

The Power of Resilience: Seamus Corry's Journey to Truth

In this episode of 'The Power of the Truth Podcast,' host Fran Willoughby interviews Seamus Corry, a mental health practitioner and wellbeing consultant, who shares his deeply moving and honest life story. Seamus discusses his upbringing in a devout Catholic family in rural Ireland, his early designation as a future priest, and the countless challenges he faced during his seminary training. He opens up about grappling with intense internal conflicts, societal pressures, a tragic suicide of a peer, and a personal crisis that led him to leave the priesthood. After moving to the UK, Seamus experiences the immigrant blues but ultimately finds his calling in mental health support. He now uses his past traumas to empower and support others in their mental health journeys. This episode touches on sensitive topics such as religious conditioning, suicide, and abortion, offering both a cautionary tale and a message of hope and resilience.

If you are affected by anything you have heard in this episode the following resources are available:

Samaritans (UK & ROI) — 24/7 emotional support for anyone in distress
📞 116 123 (free) | 🌐 https://www.samaritans.org/
Mind — information on mental health problems & how to access help
🌐 https://www.mind.org.uk/
PAPYRUS (Prevention of Young Suicide) — support and advice for people under 35 HOPELINEUK: 0800 068 4141 | 🌐 https://www.papyrus-uk.org/

International Suicide Hotlines Directory
🌐 https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/

Seamus Corry is a dedicated wellbeing consultant, mental health instructor, and founder based in Manchester, UK. With over 25 years of experience, Seamus has inspired individuals, groups, and organisations by mentoring, supporting, and guiding people to achieve their true potential.

In 2026, Seamus is set to release his autobiography, GOSPEL published by Phenom Publishing. The book, which will also be available on Amazon, will delve deeper into his journey of resilience and overcoming adversity.

Seamus is also the host of several podcast series, including:

Mental Health Matters: A 10-episode series where Seamus connects with guests to discuss mental health journeys.

Wellbeing with Seamus A completed 12-episode series focusing on wellbeing strategies.

In the Spotlight: A newly launched podcast series of 30 episodes highlighting unique and inspiring stories.

In addition to his work as a wellbeing consultant and mental health practitioner, Seamus is a published co- author and podcast guest with a mission to challenge perceptions of mental health and promote positive wellbeing. His life story of resilience and rebuilding his life serves as a testament to his belief in making a meaningful impact.

Here are his links

Website https://seamuscorry.co.uk

LinkedIn UK https://www.linkedin.com/in/seamuscorry/

Spotify https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seamus-corry

https://open.spotify.com/show/08cFKGEOFJkUeMxe6vjyKs

You Tube www.youtube.com/@SeamusCorryPyp

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

Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@seamuscorrywellbeing

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shamey1969/

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com. 

The Power of the Truth 🎙️✨

We all tell stories, to others and to ourselves. But what happens when we finally face the truth?

I’m Fran Willoughby, and The Power of the Truth is a podcast about the moments that change us, the lies we tell, the truths we uncover, and the impact honesty has on our lives. From personal confessions to life-altering revelations, I’ll be speaking to guests from all walks of life about how truth has shaped their journeys.

Because telling the truth isn’t always easy… but it’s always powerful.

Subscribe now for real conversations, raw honesty, and stories that will make you think.

If you have a story that you think would be good for the podcast, please do get in touch by emailing thepowerofthetruth@mojo-motivator.com.