Your Worth, Your Way

32. When It’s Time to Evolve: Choosing Alignment Over Obligation

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

There comes a moment when your inner voice gets louder than the noise of expectations. In this solo and final episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I share the story behind the decision to press pause on the podcast - not from burnout, but from alignment, clarity, and soul truth.

This episode is a heartfelt reflection on the beautiful journey this podcast has been, the magic of every guest conversation, and the power of trusting when something has come to completion. If you've ever wrestled with the decision to let something go, not because it's broken, but because you're evolving, this is for you.

This episode is more than a farewell. It's a love letter to alignment, spaciousness, and permission. And it’s a reminder that we’re allowed to shift, to grow, and to let go without apology.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

✔ You don’t have to keep going just because something is working - alignment matters more than momentum.

✔ Saying no to one thing can be the gateway to saying a bigger yes to yourself.

✔ Honouring your own evolution is one of the most powerful things you can do.

✔ Endings don’t have to be heavy - they can be liberating, expansive, and filled with love.

✔ Your intuition will always guide you home, if you’re willing to listen.

Timestamps & Key Themes

[00:00] A heartfelt welcome to the final episode

[02:18] What this podcast has meant to me

[05:32] Why I’m choosing to end on a high note

[08:00] The difference between burnout and alignment

[11:12] How to know when something no longer feels right

[15:20] Letting go of the good to create space for the great

[18:45] The invitation I want to leave you with

[22:00] Where to stay connected and what’s coming next

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31. Dismantling Success: Why It's Time to Redefine What Power Looks Like

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Have you ever looked around at your life - your job, your success, your leadership role - and thought, “I should feel grateful… but something still feels off”?

In this episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by Emma Mason, a success coach for senior women leaders navigating big transitions in their careers and lives. Emma shares her own powerful story of walking away from a high-powered role in the Australian Government after burnout forced her to reckon with the version of success she’d been chasing.

Together, we explore the inner unraveling that often begins in midlife - the gentle (and sometimes not-so-gentle) nudge from within that says, “This isn’t sustainable anymore.” We dive into how the pressures of corporate leadership, coupled with the silent impact of perimenopause, can cause women to doubt themselves, question their value, and feel completely unrecognisable to themselves.

This conversation is a permission slip to slow down, reflect, and begin the courageous process of coming home to yourself. If you're feeling stuck, emotionally depleted, or quietly wondering what’s next?, this episode will speak directly to your soul.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Burnout isn’t a sign of failure - it’s a sacred invitation to pause, reassess, and realign.

✔ Perimenopause is more than a hormonal shift - it’s a rite of passage into deeper personal power.

✔ Dismantling outdated models of success is essential if we want to lead with authenticity and impact.

✔ You don’t need to burn it all down to create something new - you just need to stop abandoning yourself.

✔ When we honour the voice within, we unlock a more sustainable, soul-aligned way to lead, live, and thrive.

Timestamps & Key Topics

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[04:20] Emma’s burnout story and leaving government

[08:50] The hidden influence of perimenopause on leadership and identity

[14:30] Why high-achieving women feel like they’re “not themselves” anymore

[19:45] Rethinking success: From external achievement to inner fulfilment

[25:10] Dismantling masculine paradigms of power and leadership

[30:40] What it really means to lead from your feminine

[36:20] Redefining self-worth in midlife transitions

[41:00] Final reflections and where to connect with Emma

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Emma Mason:

Website: www.emmamason.com.au

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/emma-mason-coach

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore my work, podcast links, and more: www.debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly episodes that help you trust yourself more, reclaim your energy, and live a life that feels like yours.

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You know you’re meant to trust yourself more - but if you’re still looping in overthinking, perfectionism, or pressure... your intuition may be speaking, but your ego is still steering. This quiz is designed to help you tune into your current relationship with intuitive self-trust - and discover what’s really guiding your decisions: fear or soul. It’s not about being “good” at intuition. It’s about remembering how to listen. Let’s find out where you are and where you’re ready to rise.

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30. Stop Doing More to Manifest More and Start Trusting Instead

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

So many women are burning themselves out trying to “do more” in the name of manifestation. But what if the true path to your dream life isn’t about effort… it’s about alignment?

In this expansive conversation, I’m joined by Victoria Quance - author, retreat leader, and intuitive mentor for soul-led entrepreneurs - who shares the truth about what it really takes to manifest a magnetic, purpose-driven life. Victoria opens up about her recent sabbatical, the power of pausing, and why regulating your nervous system is the missing piece in receiving your desires.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of doing, striving, and chasing, this episode will show you how to soften into trust, regulate your energy, and return to your own magnetic rhythm.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Manifestation isn’t about doing more - it’s about trusting more

✔ Nervous system regulation is key to receiving what you desire

✔ Rest and pause are powerful tools for alignment and clarity

✔ You can collapse timelines when you stop trying to control the how

✔ Your intuition becomes louder when you stop over-consuming and start listening

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Intro

[04:10] Why Victoria took a sabbatical and how it changed her perspective

[09:30] The biggest blocks to aligned manifestation

[15:40] Nervous system regulation and why “doing more” keeps us stuck

[20:55] The connection between self-trust, intuition, and receiving

[27:10] Letting go of hustle and redefining success

[35:45] How to collapse timelines & embody your future self

[41:30] Where to find Victoria & final thoughts

If you’ve been stuck in overdoing, this episode is your permission slip to pause, breathe, and trust yourself again.

Resources & Links:

Connect with Victoria Quance:

🌐 Website: www.vqlifestyle.com

📱 Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok: linktr.ee/victoriaquance

Connect with Debbie Lucas:

🌐 www.debbielucas.me/links

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29. Unlock the Power of Your Subconscious to Heal Self-Doubt and Step Into Your Worth

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Sometimes the biggest obstacle to self-worth is the belief that you can’t trust yourself. When you’ve grown up in survival mode - managing chaos, suppressing your needs, and constantly scanning for danger - it’s no wonder self-doubt becomes your default. But healing is possible.

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by trauma-led hypnotherapist Anouska Tetley, who shares how early trauma and conditioning disconnect us from our inner voice and sense of safety - and how we can reconnect with both. We explore the subconscious roots of self-doubt, perfectionism, and people-pleasing, and why rebuilding self-trust is essential to reclaiming your worth.

If you’ve ever struggled with feeling “not enough,” if you carry a deep fear of getting it wrong, or if you long to feel grounded in who you are, this conversation will feel like a warm, empowering exhale.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Self-trust is the foundation of self-worth - and it can be rebuilt, no matter your past

✔ Trauma often teaches us to abandon our needs in order to feel safe or accepted

✔ Hypnotherapy can help rewire subconscious beliefs that keep us stuck in self-doubt

✔ True healing starts with creating safety in your body and nervous system

✔ You are allowed to take up space, say no, and live life on your own terms

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[03:20] Anouska’s Story: From Survival to Healing

[09:05] What Trauma Really Teaches Us About Ourselves

[13:50] Why So Many Women Struggle with Self-Trust

[20:10] Rewiring the Subconscious with Hypnotherapy

[26:40] Inner Child Healing & Self-Worth

[32:00] Letting Go of the Fear of Getting It Wrong

[37:15] Creating Safety from the Inside Out

[43:30] How to Start Building Self-Trust Today

[49:00] Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Anouska

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Anouska Tetley:

Website: www.thinkchangehypno.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/think_change_hypnotherapy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/thinkchangehypno

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore more of the podcast and my work: www.debbielucas.me/links

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28. Say No with Love, Say Yes to Yourself

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

If you've ever felt like saying "no" would let someone down-or that your worth is tied to how much you give, produce, or perfect-this episode is here to lovingly disrupt that belief. I’m joined by the radiant Kate Browning, Creative Unicorn & Boundaries Queen, to explore the truth about what it really takes to live joyfully, authentically, and unapologetically.

Kate shares her journey from burnout and chronic illness to building a business (and life) centred on radical self-care, strong boundaries, and creative freedom. Together, we unpack the invisible pressure to constantly “do more,” the sneaky ways people-pleasing shows up, and the liberating power of choosing yourself-again and again.

Whether you’ve struggled to set boundaries in business, relationships, or your own mind, this conversation will remind you that your energy is sacred, your “no” is powerful, and your worth is not up for negotiation.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Strong boundaries are the foundation of self-worth and sustainable success

✔ You don’t need to earn rest or prove your value through overgiving

✔ Letting go of the “shoulds” creates space for more joy, creativity, and alignment

✔ You are not selfish for putting your needs first-you are wise

✔ Your quirks, softness, and voice are what make you powerful

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[04:25] Kate’s burnout journey & how chronic illness sparked her boundary revolution

[10:40] Why “shoulds” are toxic and how to stop living by them

[16:15] Setting boundaries without guilt (and with love)

[22:50] How your business can support your well-being instead of draining it

[29:30] Embracing joy, creativity, and rest as a form of resistance

[35:00] Final reflections + where to connect with Kate

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Kate Browning:

Website: https://cherryblossommanagement.co.uk/

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

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

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

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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27. Why You’re Still Doubting Yourself (And How to Trust Your Soul’s Guidance)

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100

You know the tools. You’ve done the healing. But deep down, you still question your own inner knowing.

In this episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by the luminous Becca Shaw - Akashic Records Coach and spiritual guide - for a heart-opening conversation on what it really takes to rebuild self-trust after toxic dynamics, emotional burnout, and years of overriding your intuition.

Becca shares her own story of healing after a relationship that drained her sense of worth, and how accessing the Akashic Records became a powerful gateway back to alignment, clarity, and soul-led decision-making.

Together, we explore the quiet unraveling of self-trust, the difference between being empowered for others versus yourself, and why guidance isn’t something outside you - it’s something within you, waiting to be remembered.

If you’ve ever felt like you “should know better” but still can’t shake the doubt, this episode is your loving nudge back to truth.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You can be intuitive, spiritual, and still struggle with self-trust - it doesn’t make you broken.

✔ The Akashic Records aren’t about predicting your future - they’re about reconnecting with your truth.

✔ Self-worth isn’t a mindset - it’s a soul memory that gets activated through alignment.

✔ Healing is often about remembering who you are, not becoming someone new.

✔ You are allowed to trust yourself - even when others don’t understand your path.

Timestamps & Key Themes

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[03:15] Becca’s Healing Journey After a Toxic Relationship

[07:40] What the Akashic Records Really Are (And Why They Matter)

[12:55] How Self-Doubt Shows Up (Even in the Spiritual Space)

[18:30] Energetic Alignment vs. People-Pleasing

[24:10] How to Know If You’re Out of Integrity With Yourself

[30:45] The Difference Between Guiding Others and Leading Yourself

[36:20] Rebuilding Trust With Your Soul After Abandonment

[42:00] Final Thoughts + Where to Find Becca

📚 Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Becca Shaw:

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

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

Website: https://emberhealing.wixsite.com/ember

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Website, resources + links: www.debbielucas.me/links

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26. You Can’t Set Boundaries When You Don’t Feel Worthy

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Burnout isn’t just about doing too much - it’s what happens when you forget your own needs even exist. In this episode, I’m joined by women’s coach and Soul Fire founder Jen Goddard, who shares her powerful story of breaking free from the cycle of overgiving, people-pleasing, and self-sacrifice.

We dive into the emotional truth behind burnout, how our conditioning around being “the strong one” keeps us stuck, and why reclaiming your energy starts with remembering your worth. Jen shares gentle, grounded insights on how to set boundaries without guilt, meet your own needs (even when it feels foreign), and find joy in the everyday again - starting with something as simple as making yourself pancakes.

This conversation is for the woman who feels invisible in her own life - and is ready to come home to herself.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You can’t set boundaries if you don’t believe your needs matter.

✔ Burnout is often the result of chronic self-neglect, not overwork.

✔ Boundaries are a form of love - for yourself and your relationships.

✔ Shifting your energy (not always your words) can change relational dynamics.

✔ Self-worth begins with meeting your basic needs - then expanding into desire and joy.

Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[01:12] Jen’s story: From corporate burnout to Soul Fire

[04:53] The invisibility of overgiving and the illusion of success

[07:00] How boundaries help rebuild self-trust and emotional safety

[10:25] People-pleasing, martyrdom, and the resentment loop

[14:00] Why “selfish” is a dirty word - and how to reclaim self-worth

[17:50] Energetic boundaries vs. spoken boundaries

[21:30] Reparenting yourself and holding loving limits

[25:40] The power of micro-joys: pancakes, slime, and zoo gift shops

[30:10] Joy as an act of identity - and how to rediscover yours

[34:45] Final thoughts and where to find Jen online

📌 Resources & Links:

Connect with Jen Goddard:

Website: www.soulfirecoaching.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jengoddardofficial/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jen.goddard.12

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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25. From Burnt Out to Fully Alive: The Real Path to Embodied Confidence

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

You’ve done all the things - been the good girl, the hard worker, the one everyone can count on. You’ve ticked the boxes of success… but still feel disconnected from your own sense of worth. If that sounds familiar, this episode is a homecoming.

In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by the luminous Angela Bargerstock - frequency architect, soul whisperer, and former nurse - who brings 25 years of experience in health, wellness, and energy healing to the table. Together, we explore how confidence isn’t something you build through doing more… it’s something you reclaim by remembering who you already are.

Angela shares her journey from chronic illness and burnout to energetic sovereignty, and the profound shift that came when she stopped shape-shifting to fit the world’s expectations - and started honouring her soul’s rhythm instead. We dive into how high-capacity, sensitive women can stop outsourcing their worth and start living full-spectrum lives - without apology, without hustle, and without guilt.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to prove your worth, this episode is a deep breath for your nervous system and a loving invitation to come home to yourself.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ True confidence comes from within - it’s the by-product of embodiment, not performance.

✔ Sensitivity is a strength, not a weakness - it’s a superpower when you know how to work with it.

✔ Nervous system regulation is the gateway to clarity, creativity, and sustainable self-worth.

✔ You’re not here to earn your worth - you’re here to remember it.

✔ There’s a difference between looking aligned and feeling aligned. One keeps you stuck. The other sets you free.

Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[04:05] Angela’s burnout story & reclaiming her energy

[09:15] From registered nurse to soul whisperer - Angela’s spiritual awakening

[14:20] Why confidence isn’t about “doing more”

[20:40] Shape-shifting, self-abandonment & survival mode

[27:10] The power of nervous system coherence & energy calibration

[32:55] Performative alignment vs. true embodiment

[39:30] Trusting your sensitivity & unique frequency

[46:00] Living from your soul’s rhythm (not external pressure)

[51:20] Final words + where to connect with Angela

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Angela Bargerstock:

Website: www.birchtreewellness.com

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

Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/BirchTreeWellnessWorks

Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/990166279058183

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@quantumcatalyst1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelabargerstock-quantumcatalyst111

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find more soul-led support, offerings, and ways to work with me here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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24. The Truth About Intuition, Fear & Taking Aligned Action

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

There’s a myth floating around in the spiritual world that if you just visualise your dreams hard enough, the Universe will deliver them with a bow. But as Donna Blainey so powerfully shares in this episode, manifestation without aligned action is just another way we stay stuck.

In this episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I sit down with psychic coach and energy worker Donna Blainey for a deeply grounded and soul-stirring conversation about the real inner work behind calling in the life and business you desire. Donna shares her raw journey of shifting from self-doubt and spiritual restriction into a more empowered, spiritually fluid woman who finally gave herself permission to follow her intuition - on her terms.

We talk about how religious conditioning can create guilt around spiritual growth, why so many women wait for certainty before taking action, and what happens when you trust your gifts even when they don’t follow the “rules.” This is one of those episodes that feels like both a soul activation and a comforting cuppa with a wise friend.

If you’ve been second-guessing your next step, doubting your gifts, or waiting for a sign… this is it.

✨ Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You don’t need to wait for full clarity - take the next step and clarity will follow.

✔ Manifestation is a co-creation: spiritual alignment + courageous action.

✔ Feeling like a “fraud” is often a sign you’re outgrowing an old identity.

✔ Your spiritual path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s to be valid.

✔ Trusting your intuition is less about knowing and more about allowing.

📌 Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & introduction to Donna

[03:22] Donna’s shift from Christianity to spiritual sovereignty

[09:10] Early business mistakes & how imposter syndrome shaped her path

[15:35] The dream that changed everything

[22:10] Trusting intuitive nudges when logic says no

[27:00] Spiritual growth, guilt, and permission to evolve

[34:55] How Donna created her unique sessions and energy work

[40:12] Taking messy, intuitive action in your business

[45:00] Final words of encouragement for soul-led women

📌 Resources & Links:

✨ Connect with Donna Blainey

Instagram: www.instagram.com/theenergyartist

✨ Connect with me, Debbie Lucas

Website, podcast, and soul resources: debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly heart-led conversations

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23. How to Embrace Your Inner Child and Become Unstoppable

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

You Don’t Have to Shrink to Be Loved – With Cindy Marie Azur

In this powerful episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by the vibrant and fearless Cindy Marie Azur - multipassionate coach, podcast host, singer, and speaker - who has transformed her life from chronic people-pleasing to bold, joy-led authenticity. Cindy opens up about what it really means to be unstoppable - not in the hustle sense, but in showing up fully as yourself, even when the world has told you you’re too much.

We talk about the courage it takes to honour your voice, the freedom that comes from no longer chasing external validation, and how to lead your life with intention, joy, and integrity. This conversation is a love letter to every woman who’s ever doubted herself or felt the need to dim her light to belong.

✨ If you’re done shape-shifting to fit expectations and are ready to lead from your soul, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You are not too much. Your sensitivity, your passion, your joy - it’s your magic.

✔ Authenticity is leadership. When you show up as the real you, you give others permission to do the same.

✔ People-pleasing is a cage. Breaking free starts with recognising what you actually want and need.

✔ Play is powerful. Joy is not a luxury - it's your compass back to yourself.

✔ Growth doesn’t require perfection. Embrace the mess. Honour the process.

Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Intro

[04:15] Cindy Marie’s journey from people-pleasing to purpose-led living

[09:40] Learning to stop seeking external validation

[14:50] The fear of being “too much” and the courage to own it

[20:30] Letting go of perfection and embracing play

[26:15] Living with intention and cultivating joy

[31:50] The power of boundaries and choosing yourself

[37:00] Final reflections + where to connect with Cindy

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Cindy Marie Azur:

Website: www.cindymarie.net

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CindyMarieAzur

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore the podcast and my offerings here: www.debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for soulful weekly episodes.

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22. The Truth About Reinvention - Why You Don't Have to Start Fresh

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100

We all carry invisible cages - expectations, roles, and beliefs we never chose, but somehow built our lives around. In this powerful episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by reinvention coach, meditation teacher and author of Uncaged, Katia Vlachos, to explore what it takes to break free from those cages and create a life that’s truly yours.

Katia shares her personal story of shedding “Good Girl” conditioning and choosing alignment over approval. Together, we unpack the quiet but profound power of intentional reinvention, why big transformations don’t require burning your life to the ground, and how small courageous choices can change everything.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, trapped by expectations, or unsure of how to move forward, this conversation will help you see your path more clearly.

✨ Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ The “Good Girl” conditioning keeps many women stuck in roles they didn’t choose - and it’s time to rewrite the rules

✔ Reinvention isn’t a single bold leap - it’s a series of small, aligned shifts toward your truth

✔ Your worth isn’t something you earn - it’s who you already are under the layers of conditioning

✔ Responsibility is power: when you own your story, you reclaim your ability to shape it

✔ You don’t need to become someone new - just reconnect to the essential self you’ve always been

⏰ Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome & episode intro

[02:48] Katia’s journey: From unfulfilled success to reinvention

[07:12] The “cages” we build and how to identify them

[12:00] How societal conditioning shapes self-worth

[16:35] What reinvention really looks like (and what it doesn’t)

[21:10] Breaking out of victim mentality & choosing self-leadership

[25:44] Reconnecting to your essential self & inner compass

[31:55] Letting go of external validation & rewriting your story

[38:00] Small steps to begin your own reinvention journey

[42:30] Final reflections & where to connect with Katia

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Facebook: facebook.com/KatiaVlachosCoach

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21. How to Rewrite Your Story and Finally Feel 'Good Enough'

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

There’s nothing wrong with you. You’re not too sensitive, too broken, or too much—you’ve simply internalised stories that never belonged to you.

In this powerful episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by accredited trauma coach, therapist and bestselling author Brooke Bownes. Brooke shares her personal journey from growing up with a narcissistic mother and living in survival mode to becoming a thriving coach who helps women rewire their inner stories, heal their inner child, and finally feel safe to show up as themselves.

Together, we explore how trauma impacts self-worth, how to recognise inherited beliefs that keep you stuck, and how to build true confidence from within—without the pressure to be perfect. This conversation is a compassionate call to stop trying to “fix” yourself and start reclaiming who you were always meant to be.

✨ Key Takeaways from This Episode

✔ You are not broken—you are carrying beliefs that were never yours to begin with.

✔ Confidence isn’t something you’re born with; it’s something you build through healing and self-trust.

✔ Inner child work can be a powerful tool to transform patterns of self-doubt and fear.

✔ You can rewrite your story and live life on your terms, no matter where you’re starting from.

✔ Regulating your nervous system and connecting to your truth can unlock authentic self-worth.

⏱️ Timestamps & Key Themes

[00:00] Welcome and Introduction

[02:15] Brooke’s journey: From fear to full expression

[08:30] Growing up with a narcissistic mother and the impact on self-worth

[14:45] Why we internalise stories that were never ours

[20:10] What inner child work really looks like (and how it heals)

[27:30] Rewiring your confidence after emotional trauma

[34:50] How to stop trying to fix yourself and start reclaiming your power

[42:00] Final thoughts and Brooke’s message to anyone feeling “not enough”

🔗 Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Brooke Bownes:

Instagram: @brookebownes

Facebook: facebook.com/brookebownes01

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brooke-bownes

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore the Soulwork Library, offers and podcast here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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20. The Surprising Power of Consciousness + Behaviour Science for Lasting Transformation

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In this episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by Christi Dickey, a Performance Life Coach and founder of Platinum Performance Coaching, to explore how we can stop living on autopilot and start consciously creating a life that truly aligns with who we are. Christi blends behavioural science with consciousness expansion, showing us how to recognise the patterns we’ve inherited or adopted that were never really ours, and how to release them with intention.

We unpack the power of choosing your own story, why old patterns feel so hard to break, and how small, conscious shifts can spark profound transformation. If you’re tired of feeling stuck in roles or beliefs that don’t reflect your truth, this conversation will give you both inspiration and practical tools to start rewriting your story today.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You are not bound by the patterns you’ve inherited—you have the power to choose and rewrite your story.

✔ Small, conscious changes can lead to massive transformation over time.

✔ Living authentically starts with recognising which beliefs and behaviours are actually yours.

✔ Merging behavioural science and spirituality can help you break free from autopilot and live with intention.

✔ Purpose and inner peace come when we align with our truth—not someone else’s expectations.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[04:15] Christi’s journey from behavioural science to consciousness coaching

[09:40] The hidden cost of living on autopilot

[15:25] How to identify patterns that aren’t yours

[21:10] The power of small conscious shifts

[27:30] Why rewriting your story starts with self-awareness

[34:00] Tools for aligning with your true purpose

[41:00] Final reflections & where to connect with Christi

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Christi Dickey:

Website: www.platinumperformancecoaching.org

Instagram: @platinum_performance_coaching

Facebook: PlatinumPerformanceCoach

LinkedIn: Christi Dickey

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore more at: www.debbielucas.me/links

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19. The Hidden Toll of People-Pleasing (And the Journey Back to Self-Worth)

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In this powerful and heart-centred episode, I’m joined by transformational coach and meditation teacher Danielle Thornton-Walker. Together, we explore what it really means to shift from people-pleasing and perfectionism into unapologetic self-trust, self-love, and deep inner alignment.

Danielle shares her own journey from a high-achieving self-doubter to a woman who now supports others in reconnecting with their inner wisdom and worth. From walking away from a 15-year career to embracing sensitivity as a superpower, her story is one of courage, compassion, and clarity.

We unpack why so many women feel like they’re not enough even when they’re doing “everything right,” and how this cycle of proving, pleasing, and comparing keeps them stuck in stress and disconnected from their truth. If you’ve ever felt lost in the noise of other people’s expectations or exhausted from constantly trying to measure up - this conversation is for you.

Danielle offers wisdom and practical guidance on how to stop outsourcing your worth, return to your inner knowing, and live in a way that feels aligned, soft, and strong all at once.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You don’t have to earn your worth - it’s your birthright.

✔ People-pleasing may feel like safety, but it often blocks you from your power.

✔ Sensitivity and empathy aren’t weaknesses - they’re intuitive gifts when honoured.

✔ Self-validation is a daily practice that brings clarity, peace, and purpose.

✔ Coming home to yourself isn’t a luxury - it’s a necessity for living fully.

Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome & episode intro

[03:15] Danielle’s journey from self-doubt to self-trust

[08:30] Breaking up with people-pleasing & the myth of “doing it all”

[13:45] Why sensitivity is a strength and not a flaw

[17:20] The shift from external validation to inner truth

[23:40] Motherhood, identity, and reconnecting with your inner voice

[30:10] Real tools to support your worth and reclaim your joy

[36:50] Final reflections and how to connect with Danielle

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Danielle Thornton-Walker:

Website: www.daniellelouisecoaching.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/danielle__louise__coaching

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-thornton-walker-94b5b76a

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017169658836980/?mibextid=wwXIfr

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Learn more about me, the podcast, and how we can work together: www.debbielucas.me/links

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Your support helps more women reclaim their worth and live with freedom, joy, and ease.

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18. Redefining Success on Your Own Terms: Ditch the Hustle, Embrace Alignment

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

So many of us have been taught that success comes from sacrifice - more hustle, more proving, more pushing. But what if true success comes from slowing down, tuning in, and choosing alignment over achievement?

In this episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by the bold and brilliant Sabine Schoepke - serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and professional disruptor - for a powerful conversation on what it really means to redefine success in midlife.

After selling her company and retiring at 51, Sabine realised she had mastered the art of "doing" but was ready to embrace the truth of "being." Her story is a beautiful reminder that you are not behind - you’re right on time.

Together we unpack the deep conditioning of hustle culture, the nervous system’s role in authentic alignment, and how to build a life where success actually feels good. If you're done with burnout and ready for grounded, joyful power - this one's for you.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You are not behind - midlife isn’t a crisis, it’s a calling

✔ Your nervous system always knows when you’re out of alignment

✔ Success that costs your health or joy isn’t really success

✔ Saying no is one of the most powerful ways to say yes to yourself

✔ You don’t need to prove your worth - you get to live it, now

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & introduction to Sabine

[04:10] Sabine’s midlife awakening & selling her business

[09:35] The truth about hustle culture & why it keeps us stuck

[13:50] Listening to the body: nervous system clues to burnout

[18:25] Redefining success & choosing alignment instead

[23:40] How to stop performing and start remembering who you are

[28:10] The power of “enoughness” without outside validation

[34:45] Living your purpose without needing permission

[40:05] Final reflections & where to find Sabine online

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Sabine Schoepke:

Website: https://www.thepowerlifecoach.com

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

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore all things soul work, podcast episodes, coaching & more: www.debbielucas.me/links

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17. The Hidden Struggle: What Every Woman Should Know About Perimenopause

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

You might feel like you’re falling apart - but what if it’s just that no one told you the truth about perimenopause?

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Mindset and Menopause Coach Angela Wilkins-Green, who shares her raw and inspiring story of hitting rock bottom after years of unexplained anxiety, exhaustion, and self-doubt. After walking away from a 25-year career and crying daily for three months, Angela finally discovered she was in perimenopause - something she had never even heard of. Now she’s on a mission to make sure no other woman feels lost, broken, or ashamed for something that’s biologically normal.

We explore the emotional and psychological symptoms of perimenopause (that no one talks about), how to reclaim your confidence and clarity, and the power of self-advocacy when the world tells you to just “push through.”

If you’ve been feeling like you’ve lost yourself lately, this episode is a warm reminder: you’re not alone, and you’re not broken.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Perimenopause often shows up first as emotional symptoms like anxiety, self-doubt, and brain fog - not just physical ones.

✔ You are not going mad - your symptoms are real and valid, even if others can’t see them.

✔ Seeking support isn’t weakness; it’s a bold and empowered choice to reclaim your life.

✔ Boundaries, self-awareness, and joy are essential tools for navigating this chapter.

✔ You can rise from burnout and rediscover who you truly are on the other side.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome and intro to Angela’s story

[05:30] The emotional crash that changed everything

[11:15] Realising perimenopause was the root cause

[18:40] How societal silence around menopause adds to women’s shame

[24:00] Rebuilding from rock bottom - one small step at a time

[29:15] Why self-advocacy is non-negotiable in midlife

[33:50] The role of joy, dance, and reclaiming your spark

[39:00] Final thoughts and where to connect with Angela

Resources & Links:

Connect with Angela Wilkins-Green:

Website: www.greenpathcoaching.com

Instagram: @greenpathcoaching

Facebook: Green Path Coaching

YouTube: Green Path Coaching

Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about me and what I do: www.debbielucas.me/links

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16. The Truth Will Set You Free (If You’re Brave Enough to Own It)

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

When the path you've always followed no longer feels right, it takes immense courage to choose a different way - especially when there's no roadmap.

In this heartfelt episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by Renee DeVore, founder of Soul Growth, who shares her bold and beautiful journey of walking away from a 25-year career in education to rediscover her truth. Renee didn’t have a plan - just a deep knowing that life wasn’t aligned anymore. What followed was a season of uncertainty, surrender, and ultimately soul-led clarity.

Together, we explore what it really means to let go of who you think you should be, in order to uncover who you truly are. If you’ve ever felt the pull for something more but fear the unknown, this episode will meet you right in the middle of that tender truth.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You don’t need to have it all figured out to take the first step - clarity often comes after action.

✔ There is no “perfect timing” - courage is required to move before certainty appears.

✔ Your soul knows when you’re not aligned. Learning to trust that inner knowing changes everything.

✔ Rest is not quitting. Pausing to reset is often where the real clarity emerges.

✔ You’re allowed to evolve. You don’t need permission to want more for your life.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[04:12] Renee’s leap from a 25-year career with no backup plan

[09:35] Navigating fear, rejection, and false starts

[15:50] Learning to let go of pressure and create space to receive

[22:30] Reclaiming your power when you feel lost

[27:45] Why rest, release, and reflection are vital to finding clarity

[34:00] The beauty of surrender and soul alignment

[40:10] How Renee now helps women reconnect with their truth

[44:20] Final reflections & where to connect with Renee

Connect with Renee DeVore:

Website: www.yoursoulgrowthjourney.com

Instagram: @soulgrowthalchemy

LinkedIn: Renee DeVore

TikTok: @yoursoulgrowthjourney

Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, my offers and community: www.debbielucas.me/links

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15. Why Living Without a Plan Might Be the Key to Finding Yourself

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100

So many women find themselves quietly questioning, “Is this really it?” while juggling responsibilities, identities, and the constant pull to keep everyone else happy. In this honest and empowering episode, I’m joined by Therese Skelly - intuitive business mentor, transformational coach, and author of Love-Based Mission - for a heartfelt conversation about the hidden identities we wear, and what happens when we finally choose to let them go.

Therese shares her raw and courageous story of navigating personal trauma, caretaking through crisis, and rising through the messy middle to reconnect with her true self. Together, we explore how ancestral and cultural conditioning shapes how we show up, why so many women feel stuck in patterns of overgiving, and how you can begin to reclaim your energy, worth, and joy - starting today.

This episode is for the woman who’s been holding it all together but secretly longs to break free. You’ll walk away with practical insights and gentle reminders that you are already enough.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Your pain holds purpose - if you’re willing to alchemise it into wisdom.

✔ Overgiving is often a sign of unhealed identity patterns, not your personality.

✔ Your soul already knows the next step - you just need to listen and trust.

✔ Reclaiming your worth starts with releasing the roles that no longer serve you.

✔ You don’t have to wait for a breakdown to choose a breakthrough.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Intro

[04:10] Therese’s Journey from Therapist to Transformational Coach

[08:30] Navigating Trauma, Motherhood & Business

[13:50] What Identity Work Really Means (And Why It’s Crucial)

[20:45] Letting Go of the “Good Girl” & Other Inherited Roles

[27:00] What It Takes to Trust Yourself (Even Without a Plan)

[33:10] Subconscious Blocks & Energetic Boundaries

[39:30] Joy, Stillness & Rebuilding After Burnout

[45:00] Practical Steps to Begin Coming Home to Yourself

[51:10] Where to Connect with Therese & Final Words of Wisdom

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Therese Skelly:

Website: www.thereseskelly.com

Facebook: facebook.com/therese.skelly

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thereseskellyaz

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Learn more about my offerings and links here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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14. The Surprising Reason Change Feels So Hard (And How to Rewire Your Brain for Joy)

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in overwhelm, running on autopilot, or self-sabotaging just when things start going well - this episode is a must-listen.

This week I’m joined by coach, speaker, and founder of the Possibilities Conference, Kiersten Lortz, to unpack the neuroscience behind why change feels so hard - and how to shift your mindset so you can finally create the life you want. Kiersten’s TIME TO THRIVE method blends brain science, lived experience, and practical tools to help ambitious women stop the cycle of burnout and begin living with clarity, ease, and confidence.

From the myth of “not enough time” to the deeper stories we unconsciously tell ourselves, this conversation is a gentle but powerful reminder: your brain isn’t broken - it’s just doing its job. And you get to teach it a new way.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

✔ Your brain prioritises safety over happiness - change feels unsafe unless we rewire it with intention.

✔ Self-sabotage often stems from outdated stories - once you become aware of them, you can choose differently.

✔ You do have time - you just need the right systems and boundaries.

✔ Joy and success don't have to be earned through stress and exhaustion.

✔ The path to transformation starts with one small aligned action at a time.

Timestamps & Key Topics

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[04:45] Kiersten’s story: from musician to mindset mentor

[11:20] The truth about self-sabotage and your brain’s safety wiring

[17:55] Why ambitious women get stuck (and how to get unstuck)

[26:10] Rewriting the story: shifting your Reticular Activating System

[34:40] Practical tools for change without burnout

[41:00] How to reclaim your time, clarity and confidence

[47:30] Final thoughts and where to find Kiersten online

Resources & Links Mentioned

Learn more about Kiersten:

Website: www.kierstenlortz.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kiersten-lortz-a89646265

Possibilities Conference: www.possibilitiesconference.com

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Find all my offerings and links here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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13. From Survival Mode to Self-Worth: How to Realign Your Energy & Reclaim Your Joy

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by Michi DeLucien - life coach, energy healer, and vibrant midlife Mompreneur - for a soul-nourishing conversation on what it really means to live in alignment.

Michi opens up about growing up in a loving but emotionally complex home, navigating toxic relationships, and the moment she realised she deserved more. Through her story, we explore the power of energy healing, the importance of nervous system regulation, and the everyday practices that help us reconnect to our bodies and our worth.

We dive deep into why so many women feel stuck, overwhelmed, and out of touch with themselves - and how we can begin to change that by tuning in and shifting our energy from the inside out.

If you’re craving more ease, joy, and grounded confidence, this episode is your reminder: You are worthy of more. And it starts with your energy.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Everything is energy - what’s going on internally will show up externally

✔ You can’t think your way to clarity if your nervous system is dysregulated

✔ True alignment begins with safety in the body - start with grounding practices

✔ Setting boundaries is a powerful act of self-worth

✔ Small, daily rituals like breathwork and gratitude can create big energetic shifts

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[01:47] Michi’s Journey from Survival Mode to Alignment

[06:00] Growing Up in a Complex but Loving Home

[08:50] How Emotional Imbalance Affects the Body

[10:50] Toxic Relationships, Illness, and the Wake-Up Call

[14:00] What Energy Healing Really Is

[18:30] The Root Chakra & Why Grounding Comes First

[20:50] Simple Practices to Shift Stuck Energy

[27:00] Choosing Self-Worth and Stepping Into Alignment

[31:30] The Myth of Rock Bottom and Redefining Healing

[38:00] Michi’s Everyday Joy Practices

[44:10] Final Thoughts & Where to Find Michi

Resources & Links:

Connect with Michi DeLucien:

Website: michidelucien.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/michidelucien_333

Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about me, the podcast, and my coaching at: www.debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly episodes that inspire joy, healing, and self-worth.

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12. How to Reclaim Your Inner Queen (Even When Life Falls Apart)

Thu, 29 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

What if your darkest moment was actually the spark for your rebirth?

In this episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by the fierce and magnetic Stephanie Starla - Reinvention Strategist and Empowerment Mentor - who shares her journey of rising from rock bottom to full-blown creatrix. From navigating narcissistic abuse and near-death experiences to redefining success through sovereignty, sensuality, and spiritual power, Stephanie’s story is a reminder that you’re not broken - you’re becoming.

Together, we explore what it means to reclaim your identity, shift out of survival mode, and step into unapologetic radiance. This conversation is rich with truth-telling, laughter, and so many golden nuggets that’ll leave you feeling both cracked open and deeply empowered.

If you’re tired of living by someone else’s rules and ready to step into your power on your terms, this episode is your permission slip.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You are not broken - you are becoming. Every challenge holds the potential for rebirth.

✔ Sovereignty begins with reclaiming your identity and making choices rooted in your truth.

✔ Sensuality isn’t frivolous - it’s a powerful tool for embodiment, confidence, and joy.

✔ True empowerment comes from within - not from seeking validation or playing by external rules.

✔ You can rewrite the rules and rise as the creatrix of your own life.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[02:50] Stephanie’s phoenix story: from rock bottom to reinvention

[08:30] The power of reclaiming your sovereignty and rewriting your story

[14:00] Embodiment through sensual movement, burlesque & creativity

[19:40] Why personal power is about choice, not control

[25:10] Building a life and business on your terms (not society’s)

[30:55] Mystical meets practical: rituals, rhythms, and redefining success

[36:10] Joy, healing, and the art of becoming

Resources & Links:

Connect with Stephanie Starla:

Website: www.stephaniestarla.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephaniecstarla

Instagram:www.instagram.com/stephaniestarladotcom

Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me, and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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11. Why Laughter Is the Most Underrated Healing Tool (And How to Use It Daily)

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Laughter is more than a fleeting moment of joy - it’s a powerful healing tool that helps us reconnect to ourselves, release emotional pressure, and regulate our nervous system. In this heartwarming and energising episode, I’m joined by Cathy Nesbitt, laughter wellness advocate and laughter yoga leader, who shares her journey from deep grief to joyful embodiment through the most unexpected modality: laughter.

Together, we explore how laughter helps move stuck energy, process unspoken pain, and create space for joy even in the midst of hardship. Cathy reminds us that joy is not something we have to earn - it’s something we can access right now, with a smile, a giggle, or even a deep belly laugh.

Whether you’re navigating grief, stress, or simply feeling disconnected from your inner light, this episode is a joyful nudge back to yourself.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Laughter is a natural, accessible way to shift your state and release stored emotion.

✔ Grief and joy can coexist - and laughter can be a bridge between them.

✔ Your body doesn’t know the difference between real and intentional laughter - it responds the same way.

✔ Laughter helps calm the nervous system, ease anxiety, and reconnect you with presence.

✔ You don’t need to wait for a reason to laugh - your healing can start now.

🕰️ Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome & episode intro

[03:15] Cathy’s story of loss and discovering laughter yoga

[08:40] Why laughter is a nervous system reset

[12:55] The science behind laughter and emotional release

[18:30] Letting go of judgement and choosing joy anyway

[23:45] How to laugh when life feels heavy

[28:10] Embracing weirdness and returning to play

[34:05] Simple laughter practices you can start today

[38:20] Final reflections & where to find Cathy online

📌 Resources & Links:

Connect with Cathy Nesbitt:

Website: www.cathysclub.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cathynesbitt

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CathyLaughter

Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Website, coaching, and all links: www.debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly inspiration, soulful stories, and practical tools to help you prioritise your joy and own your worth.

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10. Why Emotional Pain Keeps You Stuck (And the Breathwork Shift That Frees You)

Thu, 15 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Grief doesn’t always look like we expect it to - and healing rarely follows a straight line. In this deeply moving episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by breathwork facilitator and grief recovery specialist Brenda Mundt, who shares her profound journey of losing her husband unexpectedly and how that heartbreak became the catalyst for her transformation.

We explore how grief touches more than death - showing up in identity shifts, emotional overwhelm, and disconnection from ourselves. Brenda opens up about how transformational breathwork helped her release unprocessed pain, reconnect with her worth, and honour her healing in a deeply embodied way. Together, we unpack the layers of loss, identity, and how joy can still exist alongside heartbreak.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode, unsure of who you are without the roles you’ve always played, or afraid to claim joy in the midst of grief - this episode will meet you where you are.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔️ Grief is more than death - It includes identity loss, role changes, and emotional disconnection.

✔️ You don’t have to “move on” to heal - Healing is about honouring your pain and allowing space for transformation.

✔️ Breathwork is a powerful tool - It helps release stuck emotions without needing to “talk it out.”

✔️ Guilt can show up even in joy - And there are ways to reframe that feeling with compassion and truth.

✔️ Joy and grief can coexist - You’re allowed to dance, smile, and feel alive again… even after deep loss.

Timestamps & Key Themes:

[00:00] Welcome and Introduction

[01:00] Meet Brenda: Breathwork Facilitator & Grief Recovery Specialist

[03:20] Brenda’s Journey Through Sudden Loss

[09:40] What the Grief Recovery Method Taught Her

[14:55] Breathwork as an Emotional Release Tool

[21:15] Identity, Self-Worth & Starting Over After Loss

[27:30] Releasing Generational and Emotional Baggage

[32:00] The Power of Breath in Everyday Life

[36:50] How Joy Can Still Exist in Grief

[41:00] Final Reflections & Where to Connect with Brenda

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Brenda Mundt:

Website: www.energizedlifewellness.com

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/brendmundt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Facebook: www.facebook.com/brendajmundt

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-mundt-b6b3352a

Brenda’s Podcast: Heartache, Health & Healing

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Learn more about me, the podcast, and soul-aligned resources here:

💛 www.debbielucas.me/links

If this episode spoke to your heart, please share it with someone who needs it. And if you haven’t already, follow the show and leave a review - it really does make a difference and helps more women find their way back to their worth and joy.

🎧 Your next joyful breakthrough could be one episode away.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

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09. How to Heal the Past and Rediscover the Woman Beneath the Masks

Thu, 08 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Many of us reach a point where we no longer recognise the woman in the mirror. We’ve spent so long being who we thought we should be - playing roles, pleasing others, holding it all together - that we’ve lost touch with who we really are.

In this deeply healing episode, I’m joined by Sarah Brown-Haté - soul-based mentor, healer, and teacher - who shares her powerful journey of unravelling layers of conditioning, reclaiming her truth, and learning how to trust her intuition again. We talk about how childhood wounds, inner masks, and societal expectations keep women stuck in self-doubt and overgiving… and what it really takes to break free.

This is a soulful conversation on radical responsibility, intuitive living, and how to gently rediscover the woman you've always been beneath it all.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected, uncertain, or afraid to truly be yourself - this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You don’t need permission to change your life - start by taking radical responsibility for your own healing.

✔ Intuition isn’t a big mystery; it’s a quiet knowing you can learn to trust.

✔ Childhood wounds don’t need to define you - healing begins with curiosity and compassion.

✔ You can’t access your truth until you quiet the noise of others’ opinions.

✔ Small practices like gratitude and joy jars can reignite your spark and reconnect you to yourself.

Timestamps & Key Themes

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Intro

[01:05] Meet Sarah: Her story, work, and inspiration

[04:45] The soul’s calling and life transitions

[06:30] Confidence, connection, and finding your voice

[10:20] The house that changed everything

[13:00] Learning to trust your intuition (and what happens when you don’t)

[17:40] Radical responsibility and letting go of people-pleasing

[22:00] How to tell the difference between fear and intuitive wisdom

[26:00] Rediscovering who you are beneath the masks

[30:20] Healing childhood wounds and reparenting your inner child

[36:40] Simple tools to reconnect with joy

[40:00] Where to find Sarah and final reflections

Resources & Links

📌 Connect with Sarah Brown-Haté:

Website: www.sbhmentoring.com

YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/SoFreeCoaching

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SarahHCoaching

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-brown-haté-sbhmentoring

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore more episodes, resources & offerings here: www.debbielucas.me/links

💛 If this episode spoke to your soul, please take a moment to follow, review, and share it with someone who needs it. Every listen helps more women reclaim their worth and prioritise their joy.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

Soulwork Library

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08. Why Radical Responsibility Is the Key to Real Self-Worth

Thu, 01 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Choosing joy isn’t always easy - but what if the first step is simply owning your choices?

In this heartfelt and fiery conversation, I’m joined by intuitive social media strategist and coach Jade Fulton, who shares her powerful journey of building a six-figure business as a single mum, walking away from toxic relationships, and realising that the turning point came when she started choosing herself.

Together, we explore how radical responsibility - without blame or shame - is the missing link between self-sabotage and true self-worth. Jade breaks down how misalignment is often used as a spiritual bypass, why fear often masquerades as intuition, and how taking small, intentional actions each day can slowly, steadily shift your entire life.

Whether you’re navigating burnout, people-pleasing, or simply feel out of alignment, this episode will help you come back home to your power - one choice at a time.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Radical responsibility means owning your choices - not blaming yourself for everything.

✔ Real self-worth isn’t built overnight, it’s cultivated through consistent, self-honouring decisions.

✔ Misalignment is often fear in disguise - learning to discern the difference is key.

✔ Your joy doesn’t need to be big or expensive; it just needs to be chosen, daily.

✔ Self-worth isn't tied to success - it’s how you show up for yourself when no one is watching.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Introduction

[01:14] Jade’s journey: From new mum in lockdown to six-figure business owner

[03:20] Navigating success, burnout, and the cap of self-worth

[06:50] The turning point: Choosing to take radical responsibility

[08:40] The difference between self-blame and self-responsibility

[10:00] Misalignment vs. fear: What’s really holding you back

[13:25] What alignment really means in your everyday life

[17:00] Balancing masculine & feminine energy in business and life

[20:30] Finding joy through daily choices (and drumming in the kitchen!)

[25:15] Why loving yourself leads to natural transformation

[30:10] Jade’s tip for bringing joy into your day - no matter how small

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Jade Fulton:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jades-virtual-office

Website: jadesvirtualoffice.org

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Explore my world & offerings here: www.debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly conversations designed to help you reclaim your joy and step into your worth.

💛 Loved this episode? Please leave a review, follow the show, and share it with a friend - it means the world and helps others find their way back to themselves.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

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07. Why You Must Get Out of Your Mind to Live in Alignment

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

What if the version of you you're trying to become is already within you - waiting to be remembered, not achieved?

In this soul-deep episode of Your Worth, Your Way, I’m joined by the radiant Daniela Nahas, a soul mentor for visionary women who are ready to break free from survival mode and live with purpose, power, and presence. We explore her powerful story of leaving a long-standing fitness business, reconnecting with her spirituality, and learning to trust her soul’s wisdom - even when it defied logic.

Daniela shares how the mind can trap us in fear and old conditioning, why remembering your worth is the key to freedom, and what it really takes to tune into your intuition and live a life that feels expansive, joyful, and aligned. This episode is a potent reminder that your worth doesn’t live in your achievements - it lives in your essence.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just yearning for something more, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are and help guide you back to yourself.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

✔ You don’t need to earn your worth - it’s already within you, waiting to be remembered.

✔ The mind thrives on safety and familiarity, but the soul is always calling us to expansion.

✔ Your intuition often doesn’t make logical sense - and that’s exactly why it’s so powerful.

✔ True joy is found in the small, intentional moments - not just the big milestones.

✔ Saying yes to your soul might feel scary, but it always leads to more freedom and fulfilment.

Timestamps & Key Themes

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Intro

[01:06] Meet Daniela Nahas and Her Mission

[04:50] How She Left Her Fitness Business to Follow Her Soul

[08:00] Owning Her Spiritual Voice (After Years of Hiding It)

[14:00] Why We Seek Worth in the Wrong Places

[18:30] Remembering Your Worth vs. Trying to Prove It

[23:00] What Keeps Us Trapped in Old Patterns

[27:40] Building Self-Trust Through Intuition

[32:10] Living Beyond the Mind & Into the Soul

[36:20] Creating Joy in the Everyday

[40:00] Final Reflections & Where to Connect with Daniela

Resources & Links

📌 Connect with Daniela Nahas:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamdanielanahas

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielanahas/

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

www.debbielucas.me/links

🎧 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs it. Your support helps more women step into their worth and prioritise their joy.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

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06. Stop Waiting to Feel ‘Ready’ - Start Creating the Life You Deserve Now

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

You don’t need to have it all figured out to start creating the life you truly desire. In this magical and down-to-earth episode, I’m joined by Renee Rendall—spiritual coach, eclectic witch, and creator of the Coven of Awesomeness podcast - to talk about self-acceptance, working with energy, and how to honour your joy without guilt.

Renee shares her story of discovering witchcraft at age 40 and how it became the turning point in reclaiming her self-worth, power, and purpose. We talk about the journey of reconnecting with your intuition, why it's never too late to reinvent yourself, and how everyday magic can be the catalyst for lasting transformation.

We also explore how I use affirmations, ritual, and intuitive practices in my own life and work - and how trusting the next small step is often the most powerful thing you can do. If you’ve been feeling stuck in self-doubt, craving more connection with your inner wisdom, or just needing permission to embrace your full magic - this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ You are allowed to evolve - self-acceptance doesn’t mean settling.

✔ Magic starts within - tools like tarot, affirmations and ritual simply amplify your intention.

✔ You don’t need to see the whole path to start - just the next right step.

✔ True joy comes from self-trust and giving yourself permission to say yes to what lights you up.

✔ Your worth isn’t something to earn - it’s something to remember.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[03:15] Renee’s spiritual awakening at 40 & the power of divine timing

[08:40] Moving from people-pleasing to self-trust

[12:10] Why Renee believes “what you believe is what you get”

[15:55] Debbie shares how affirmations transformed her daily mindset

[20:30] Simple ways to work with the elements (earth, air, fire, water)

[27:20] The truth about witchcraft, fear, and intention

[32:50] How to honour your joy with small, intuitive shifts

[38:40] Final reflections & where to connect with Renee

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Renee Rendell:

Food + Witch Tips Blog: awesomeon20.com

Spiritual Coaching & Tarot: sagittariantarot.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sagittariantarot or www.instagram.com/renee_awesomeon20

Listen to the Coven of Awesomeness Podcast wherever you get your shows!

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me, and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

📌 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly episodes

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs a little encouragement today. Your support helps more people step into their worth and prioritise their joy.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

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05. The Truth About Burnout, Boundaries & Becoming Your Authentic Self

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Have you ever hit rock bottom and realised that you couldn’t keep living the same way? That something deep inside you was crying out for a new way of being?

In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Catherine Storing - somatic facilitator, trauma-informed coach, and deep-healing guide - to explore what it really means to heal from the inside out. Catherine shares how her journey through burnout, business trauma, and emotional exhaustion led her to somatic work and inner child healing - and how these tools helped her reclaim her self-worth, voice, and joy.

We talk about the transformational power of reconnecting with your inner child, healing old stories that keep you small, and learning to trust your truth enough to say “no” when it matters and “yes” to what truly lights you up. If you’ve ever felt like you’re going through the motions, playing small, or waiting for permission to prioritise yourself, this conversation will feel like a warm, powerful permission slip.

Whether you’re in the middle of your own healing journey, navigating emotional burnout, or ready to stop dimming your light, Catherine’s wisdom and vulnerability will help you see that it’s never too late to return home to yourself.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Healing happens when you stop pushing and start listening to your body.

✔ Self-worth begins with honouring your inner child’s needs and desires.

✔ You don’t need to hit rock bottom to start your healing - but if you do, it can be the perfect place to begin again.

✔ Boundaries aren’t about controlling others - they’re about staying true to yourself.

✔ Joy lives in saying yes to what feels aligned and no without guilt.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[04:30] Reconnecting with her voice through sound healing

[08:00] Burnout, business trauma & the moment Catherine walked away

[09:35] PTSD, somatic work & finding the right healing path

[11:06] Realising the business problem was a self-worth problem

[15:48] Inner child healing and how it redefined Catherine’s view of worth

[19:56] Boundaries, giving from a full cup & healing old family patterns

[24:55] Why wanting to change is the first (and hardest) step

[29:00] Understanding the “deeper work” and why it never ends

[32:43] Embodying self-worth through truth, alignment & sacred no’s

[37:22] Creating joy through conscious choices and self-nurturing

[40:46] Where to connect with Catherine & her healing card deck

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Catherine Storing

Website: catherinestoring.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catherinestoring

Facebook: www.facebook.com/catherinestoring

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@catherinestoring

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@catherinestoring

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas

Find out more about the podcast, me and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

📌 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for heartfelt weekly episodes that remind you: you are worthy, exactly as you are.

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Your support helps more people step into their worth and prioritise their joy.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

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04. Harnessing Your Self-Worth: How to Trust Yourself & Flow with Life’s Cycles

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Have you ever felt like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough? Maybe you’ve been pushing yourself to achieve more, prove yourself, and meet everyone’s expectations - only to end up feeling burnt out, disconnected, and unsure of what you truly want.

In this episode, I sit down with Emma Anderson, aka The Biz Witch, to explore why we struggle to slow down, why we feel guilty for resting, and how we can start trusting ourselves again. Emma shares her journey of moving from self-doubt and overworking to alignment and confidence by reconnecting with her intuition and natural energy cycles.

We dive deep into:

✔ Why hustle culture keeps us stuck in self-doubt

✔ How tuning into your body’s natural rhythms can bring clarity and confidence

✔ The power of releasing guilt and finally embracing rest without feeling lazy

If you’ve ever felt like you need to “earn” your worth or prove your value through constant doing, this episode is for you!

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Your worth isn’t something you earn - it’s something you remember and reclaim.

✔ Resting doesn’t make you lazy - it makes you aligned and more powerful.

✔ Self-doubt fades when you stop looking outside for answers and start tuning into yourself.

✔ Overworking and people-pleasing are often signs of deeper fears and conditioning.

✔ You don’t have to push to create success - flow and intuition are just as powerful.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[04:30] Emma’s Journey: From Hustle & Self-Doubt to Trusting Herself

[10:15] Why Overworking Is a Trauma Response (and How to Break Free)

[18:40] How Moon Cycles & Energy Shifts Can Help You Tune into Your Needs

[25:55] The Guilt Around Rest - Why We Feel It & How to Release It

[33:10] How to Start Listening to Your Intuition (Without Overthinking It)

[41:45] Simple Daily Practices to Cultivate More Self-Trust & Alignment

If You’ve Ever Felt Like Resting Is Lazy - This Episode Will Change That!

📌 Connect with Emma Anderson:

Website: www.emmaandersoncoaching.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/emma.anderson.coaching

Facebook: www.facebook.com/emma.anderson06

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me, and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

📌 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly episodes

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs this message! Your support helps more women reclaim their worth and prioritise their joy. 🎧✨

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

Soulwork Library

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03. Ditch the Hustle: How to Truly Feel Your Worth

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Do you ever feel like your self-worth is tied to your achievements, relationships, or how much you do for others?

What if self-worth wasn’t something you had to prove or earn, but something you could feel, right now? In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Soma Devi, an empowerment coach and tantrika at heart, to explore the journey of self-worth, self-acceptance, and the power of embodiment.

In this episode, Soma shares her deeply personal journey from self-loathing to self-acceptance, healing toxic patterns, and embracing her feminine energy. We dive into:

✨ Healing from past wounds & breaking toxic cycles

✨ The masculine vs. feminine energy balance

✨ How stillness and presence can reconnect you to your worth

✨ Simple daily practices to cultivate joy from within

Through powerful insights on embodiment, somatics, and energy work, Soma teaches us how to stop seeking external validation and instead, cultivate self-worth from within.

We explore how to break free from the cycles of self-doubt, embrace the present moment, and find joy in simply being. If you’ve ever struggled to love yourself as you are, this conversation is a must-listen!

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Self-worth isn’t something you earn - it’s something you embody.

✔ Healing starts with self-acceptance and self-forgiveness.

✔ Your masculine & feminine energy must work in harmony for true balance.

✔ Stillness is a powerful tool for reconnecting with your inner self.

✔ Joy exists in the present moment - you don’t have to chase it.

If you’ve been searching for deeper self-acceptance and want to step into your worth, this episode will help you feel empowered to begin that journey.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[04:00] Soma’s Journey: From Self-Loathing to Self-Worth

[09:15] Healing Wounds: How Past Trauma Affects Self-Acceptance

[14:30] Masculine vs. Feminine Energy & Finding Balance

[21:10] Why Self-Worth Isn’t Conditional (And How to Truly Feel It)

[26:40] The Power of Stillness & Embodiment in Healing

[32:00] How to Stop Seeking External Validation & Own Your Worth

[37:45] Simple Practices to Cultivate Joy Every Day

[42:30] Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Soma

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Soma Devi:

Website: somapall.wordpress.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sacred.sasi111

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

📌 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly episodes

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs it! Your support helps more people step into their worth and prioritise their joy.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

Soulwork Library

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02. Why Ignoring Your Needs is Making You Sick (And What to Do Instead)

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Have you ever felt exhausted, overwhelmed, or even physically unwell - without really knowing why? What if your body is trying to tell you something?

In this episode, I’m joined by Susan Murray, a highly effective therapeutic coach, to explore the powerful connection between emotional healing and chronic illness. Susan shares her journey of discovering how suppressed emotions can manifest as fatigue, anxiety, and physical pain - and how aligning your mind and body is the key to true healing.

We dive deep into why women, especially caregivers and people-pleasers, struggle to prioritise their needs, and how you can start making shifts toward well-being, balance, and self-trust. If you’ve ever felt burnt out, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Emotional suppression can lead to physical illness - learning to process emotions is key to well-being.

✔ Overgiving and people-pleasing drain your energy and can contribute to burnout and chronic fatigue.

✔ Tuning into your intuition helps you recognise what your body needs before symptoms worsen.

✔ Prioritising yourself isn’t selfish - it’s essential for your health, happiness, and relationships.

✔ Joy is a powerful tool for healing - small daily shifts can have a big impact.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & Episode Introduction

[03:40] Susan’s Journey: How Her Mother’s Illness Led to Her Work

[08:50] How Emotions Manifest as Physical Symptoms

[14:20] Signs You’re Out of Alignment & What That Means for Your Health

[19:15] Breaking Free from People-Pleasing & Overgiving

[24:50] The Power of Meeting Your Own Needs (Without Guilt!)

[30:10] Practical Tools for Emotional Healing & Reconnecting with Your Body

[37:20] How Prioritising Joy Can Lead to Healing & Balance

[42:00] Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Susan

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your body or struggling to put yourself first, this episode will inspire you to start listening to your inner wisdom and taking steps toward emotional and physical healing.

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Susan Murray:

Website: www.officialsusanmurray.com

Instagram: www.facebook.com/susanmbamurray

Facebook: www.instagram.com/susanmurraytherapyandcoaching

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

📌 Subscribe to Your Worth, Your Way for weekly episodes

💛 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs it! Your support helps more people step into their worth and prioritise their joy.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Soulwork Library

Soulwork Library

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01. Letting Go of Guilt: How to Stop People Pleasing & Own Your Worth

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things but still not feeling fulfilled? Maybe you’ve been ticking all the boxes - career, family, responsibilities - yet deep down, you know something is missing.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Anne-Louise Harbutt, an intuitive spiritual channel and energy activator, who shares her powerful journey of self-worth, energy alignment, and learning how to prioritise yourself without guilt. We dive deep into what it means to truly come home to yourself, recognise misalignment, and shift your energy toward confidence and joy.

Together, we explore:

✨ How to recognise when you're out of alignment

✨ The role of energy in self-worth and confidence

✨ Practical ways to prioritise yourself without feeling guilty

✨ Why letting go of "shoulds" is the key to joy and fulfilment

If you're ready to step into your worth and embrace a life that truly feels like yours, tune in now!

🎧 Grab your cuppa, hit play, and let’s dive in!

Anne-Louise’s story is a beautiful reminder that self-worth isn’t something we earn - it’s something we reclaim.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

[00:00] Welcome & episode introduction

[04:15] Anne-Louise’s journey from self-doubt to self-worth

[09:00] How to recognise when you're out of alignment with your true self

[14:30] The role of energy in confidence & self-worth

[20:50] How to prioritise yourself without guilt

[28:00] The power of letting go of “shoulds” & embracing authenticity

[35:45] Creating joy in your everyday life - small shifts that make a big difference

[42:00] Final thoughts & where to connect with Anne-Louise

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Self-worth is not something you earn - it’s something you reclaim.

✔ Feeling disconnected or unfulfilled is often a sign you’re out of alignment.

✔ Your energy plays a crucial role in confidence and personal growth.

✔ Letting go of guilt creates space for more joy and fulfillment.

✔ Prioritising yourself isn’t selfish - it’s essential.

If you've ever struggled with putting yourself first or have felt stuck in the cycle of overgiving, this episode is a must-listen!

Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Anne-Louise:

Website: www.annelouiseharbutt.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamannelouiseharbutt

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/annelouiseharbutt

Facebook: www.facebook.com/annelouiseharbuttintuitivecoaching/

📌 Connect with me, Debbie Lucas:

Find out more about the podcast, me and what I do here: www.debbielucas.me/links

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00. Welcome to Your Worth, Your Way – It’s Time to Put Yourself First!

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:30:00 +0100

Welcome to Your Worth, Your Way!

In this short trailer episode, I’m sharing what this podcast is all about - helping you confidently prioritise your joy, embrace your worth, and live life on your terms. Expect uplifting, down-to-earth conversations with inspiring guests, plus practical takeaways to help you step into your power.

Hit play to get a taste of what’s coming - new episodes drop every Thursday starting 27 March 2025!

Find out more about the podcast, my guests and what I do at:

debbielucas.me/links

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