The Emma Guns Show

In this update episode, I share some listener questions and share some more insights from the Vedic Meditation course I took as part of the first of these #12habits.Topics covered:the different types of meditationhow to avoid falling asleep during meditationwill 5 minutes meditation a day be enoughhow can meditation benefit people who are neurodivergent: https://www.mindful.org/3-mindfulness-practices-for-neurodiverse-meditators/ https://insighttimer.com/meditation-playlists/jTalZrQiykXe5D3ifh7Pwhy learning to meditate was exhausting (for me).can you learn to meditate online?For details of the course I took visit -- The London Meditation Centre.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Jillian Lavender who is one of the co-founders of The London Meditation Centre. She teaches Vedic meditation, a type of meditation that uses a mantra, and shares the benefits of this technique during our conversation.This episode does not constitute a 'how to' but why meditation can be so helpful in so many areas of life; from physical and mental health, relationships, self-esteem, sleep and more.For more details about the course Jillian teachers visit -- The London Meditation CentreFor details of course pricing click -- course info.Jillian's book, Why Meditate? is available now.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Bullet Points episode:I share what it was like doing the Vedic Meditation course at The London Meditation Centre. The lively debate in the Facebook Group after the podcast with Dr Gabrielle Lyon. I share an update on The EC Method - the 8-week coaching program I'm doing with coaches Emma Storey-Gordon and Chloe Madeley.A sneak-peak at the upcoming episode with Jillian Lavender, my teacher on the meditation course at The London Meditation Centre.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's #12habits episode, I'm fresh from a four-day meditation course at The London Meditation Centre (and by 'fresh' I mean I finished it three hours before recording this episode) and to say it was an incredible experience is an understatement.I share my 'after glow' thoughts on the course but also answer some of the questions that have come into the show about 'where to start with meditation'. The resources mentioned:HeadspaceCalmYoga with AdrieneThe London Meditation CentreAndy Puddicombe from Headspace on The Emma Guns ShowMichael Acton-Smith and Alex Will from Calm on The Emma Guns ShowTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest in this episode of the podcast is Dr. Gabrielle Lyon - a fellowship-trained physician and a private doctor to ‘the innovators and game changers’. I came across Gabrielle’s Instagram feed because people I follow kept sharing her posts and that prompted me to follow her and then I got in touch to ask if she’d come on the show.I wanted to dig into her expertise because she does extensive research, is up-to-date on all the clinical trials, and has evidence to back up everything she says - and we love that on this podcast, don’t we listeners? The topic she has spoken about the most, the one that really piqued my interest is when she talks about the way we’re focusing on the wrong thing when it comes to health. There’s a huge focus on fat and the fact that we have an obesity crisis or are over-fat, but Gabrielle says that actually, the biggest issue, is that we’re under-muscled.So, if you look at Gabrielle’s insta bio and see ‘muscle-centric medicine’ you’ll know, after listening to this episode, why this is such a keen area of her research.If you’ve reached a point in your life where you’re conscious of your health choices and how they may impact you down the line then this episode is for you. This isn’t about being on a diet, eating less or being restrictive, Gabrielle’s insights help you eat smart.During our conversation Gabrielle and I discuss:Muscle as the organ of longevity.Her experience of working in geriatrics and palliative care and how it influences how she practices medicine today.What it’s like to be on the receiving end of criticism when making verified health claims on social media.Her feelings about the Healthy At Any Size and Body Positivity movements.Mid-life weight gain and why this is such a crucial time for your health.The biggest false narratives that are rife on the internet that she wishes she could make go away.Why so many people are calorie literate but we need to become more mindful of macros, in particular, protein.Can a diet really suit someone?Why she believes the evidence that shows that red meat and eggs aren’t a risk for cardiovascular health.Whether it’s possible to undo the sins of your past (read: eating fast food in your twenties) and much more…To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Bullet Points episode, I share an update on the first of our #12habits, tell you about the fitness challenge I'm doing with The EC Method, and give you a preview about who is going to be on Sunday's show.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first habit in 12 Habits is meditation and I'll be sharing my journey of learning to meditate at The London Meditation Centre with Jillian Lavender during this habit. To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Sign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first habit in 12 Habits is meditation and I'll be sharing my journey of learning to meditate at The London Meditation Centre with Jillian Lavender during this habit. To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Sign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was originally published in Jan 2021.Dr Rangan Chatterjee makes a welcome return to the podcast for a conversation about weight loss. While it’s that time of year when we’re bombarded with messaging about ‘new year, new you’ and so many prompts about going on a diet and starting a new fitness regime this episode definitely isn’t that.@drchatterjee shares his insights from nearly 20 years in GP practice and those appointments where his patients have said, ‘I just can’t seem to lose weight’. What Rangan observed is that so many people were only looking at diet and exercise when, in actual fact, there are more factors at play.Rangan supports his expertise from years in practice and scientific research with his signature approach, which is one of compassion. It’s this approach that has helped him guide patients towards their goals and now readers of his new book Feel Great, Lose Weight.In our conversation @drchatterjee and I discuss:The emotional relationship we have with our bodies, food and fitness.The controversial topic of ‘food addiction’.Why you can be trying your very best to be healthy and fall short for reasons that aren’t your fault.How to break down your health goals so they become enjoyable pursuits not another stick to beat yourself with.How to have a healthy relationship with your bathroom scales.Why how we talk to ourselves is a crucial part of our progress.How our emotional baggage and childhood experiences can influence our weight; and so much more....I am acutely aware that the subjects of weight and weight loss can be difficult ones to approach because the relationship we have with these issues tends to be an emotional one. For that reason, we are inclined to see, hear and react to discussion of these issues through that personal emotional filter. I don’t want to apologise for my content but I do want to explain; I hope it’s evident I have no intention, when creating any episode of the podcast, to upset, alienate, offend or shame. As much as I’m mindful of this and have wrestled with whether it’s appropriate to create content on weight loss or not, I’ve decided it’s important to have this conversation for the benefit of the person it may help rather than not create it for the person it may potentially offend.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2018 we did #26habits together, a year-long project where we'd make or break a habit every two weeks. In 2022 we're taking it up a notch, so get ready for #12habits, a month-long exploration into each habit with YOUR feedback and experience.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was originally published in July 2020.Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion around eating disorders.Lorna Luxe joins me to talk about being a people person, creating a brand and overcoming your demons.Find Lorna's clothing collection on In The Style now.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was originally published in July 2020.Chloe Brotheridge is a hypnotherapist, coach and author who joins me to share her feel-good habits.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was originally published in September 2020.Bernadette Russell is a writer and performer who is also an expert in kindness and hope. In 2011 she happened upon an idea, to do a daily act of kindness every day for a year, and quickly learned how quickly kindness can spread and how, if you actually look for it, you can see kindness everywhere.In this episode Bernadette and I discuss:The benefits of kindness.What to do if kindness isn't accepted.How to manage your expectations around kindness.The positivity bias that exists in children that we lose as we age.The link between hope and compassion.How hope can gather pace when you share it with others.How to use hope as a way to quiet negativity.Bernadette's book How to Be Hopeful is available now from all good book shops.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode was originally published in Oct 2020.Nicola Chapman returns to the podcast to share her unmissable #feelgoodhabits.Nic's insta home/family account is @hasteshouseTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wim Hof is a Dutch extreme athlete, adventurer and world record holder who created The Wim Hof Method to help people unlock a host of physical and mental health benefits.While Wim is an extreme athlete who has climbed into the Death Zone of Mount Everest and completed a full marathon above the polar circle in just a pair of shorts, his method is accessible to anyone.It’s based on three pillars: cold therapy, breathing and commitment and with consistent practice Wim has shown its ability to increase energy, improve sleep, reduce stress, heighten focus and determination, increase willpower and strengthen the immune system.And for anyone who, as I often as my guests on the podcast, wants to see the data, he welcomes scientists to scrutinise and validate his claims.In this episode @iceman_hof and I discuss:The power and fortitude that exists within us all and how to access it.How the benefits he felt from cold exposure and breath work is now being validated in labs under clinical supervision.He isn’t a ‘freak of nature’ anyone can do what he does.Why a ‘cold shower a day keeps the doctor away’.How forcing yourself to experience discomfort, such as cold, only amplifies the pleasure you feel from the warmth.Why it’s vital not to limit yourself; sometimes pushing your limits is where you find out who you are.Why failure is a vital part of life and how to handle it and learn from it when it happens, and so much more…Please use caution and seek advice, where appropriate, when attempting any exercises, especially in water.Further reading on Wim and The Wim Hof Method:Find out more about The Wim Hof Method.Wim's book The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Potential, Transcend Your Limits.The scientific research behind The Wim Hof Method.The breathing exercise I mention and use frequently Guided Wim Hof Breathing.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter |Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was first published in July 2020.James Nestor is a journalist and author and his new book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art is all about the importance of breathing correctly, something you may think you're doing by default but might be shocked to learn is something you may be doing wrong...In this conversation, James and I explore the topic of breathing via the most recent scientific research and data, the history of breathing, and also James' own experiences with breath research.The Wim Hof breathing video mentioned in the show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQ&t=2sTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lily Pebbles is a content creator who joins me to share her feel-good habits and how she stops a bad day from becoming a bad week.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Rosena Allin-Khan is an MP and A&E Doctor who joins me on the podcast to talk about the circumstances that led to her embarking on a career in politics.After qualifying as a doctor Rosena spent time working as an humanitarian aid doctor in Gaza, Asia, Israel and Africa before working as a junior doctor in the Accident & Emergency department of St George's Hospital in Tooting, where she is now the elected Member of Parliament.Alongside her work as an MP Rosena has continued to work on the frontline during the Covid-19 crisis.In this episode of the podcast @drrosena explains:How she came to a career in politics five years ago in 2015.The challenges she has faced during her political career.The insight that being a working doctor has given her to better represent her constituency.How we can all contribute to our communities in a meaningful way.Why a mental health pandemic is happening in tandem with Covid-19.Why it’s so understandable there is fear and confusion concerning the facts around the coronavirus and vaccine.How she remains focused and resolute even when faced with barriers and objections and much more...To follow or get in touch with Rosena visit https://www.drrosena.co.ukTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Bullet Points episode, I share the charities and organisations that will benefit from your time or donations this festive season.Find a cause, near you, with volunteer opportunities: https://doit.lifeDonate your time to the 1 Million Minutes campaign by ITV's daily morning news show Good Morning Britain: https://www.itv.com/goodmorningbritain/articles/1-million-minutes-2021Volunteer at your local food bank. Find out more at https://www.trusselltrust.orgDonate to help a young, homeless person find a safe, warm place to stay: https://centrepoint.org.ukBecome a call companion to one of the many older people facing isolation and loneliness this Christmas: https://www.reengage.org.ukHelp someone navigate their way out of homelessness: https://www.crisis.org.ukHelp eliminate hygiene poverty by donating your time or hygiene products to Beauty Banks: https://www.beautybanks.org.ukTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna Newton is an author and blogger who shares her feel good habits for staying positive and not losing your mojo.Anna's book An Edited Life is available now.Habit AppApple WatchThe Anna EditTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Sohère Roked returns to the podcast to share her insights on how we can all feel better and live well.For appointments with Sohère visit: https://www.omniya.co.uk/meet-the-expert-team/dr-sohere-roked/The Tiredness Cure by Sohère RokedTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I answer a question that has come in from lots of listeners recently about how I faced up to and changed my bad eating habits.Links from the show:BEAT Eating DisordersSEED Eating Disorders Support CharityThe Nightingale HospitalBrain over Binge by Kathryn HansenMandy Saligari talking Food AddictionWill Smith on Fault and ResponsibilityTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abi Cleeve is the CEO and Founder of Ultrasun and Skinsense who joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day.In this episode, @abicleeve shares why all her habits are small things that can make a difference when life gets ‘big’:The Mantra of Crap TM and why, instead of aiming for perfection, we could cut ourselves some slack and just aim to be a little bit better than we were yesterday, rather than ‘perfect’. Why aiming for perfection can just become another weapon we can use to beat ourselves with.The value in diarising the ‘big’ things you have to deal with. It’s not procrastinating, it’s putting the problem a little further in the future so you have time to take a run-up and deal with it with a clear head.Having things about yourself you know to be true to hand. For example, ask friends and family to write something down about you and when you’re having a wobble, read one of them out. Why bringing love or joy to what you do makes you feel like less of a victim in a situation.Being kind to yourself and keeping your inner voice in check - not thinking, would I let someone else say that to me but would I let someone say that to my best friend and seeing if that changes your attitude…To find the full, unedited episode simply click the link in my bio or type ‘The Emma Guns Show’ into your preferred podcast platform.As ever, I’d love to know what you think whether that’s in the comments below, on DM or via email. I make this podcast for YOU and if there’s anything you’d like to hear on this subject, or any other, please feel free to let me know.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Emmy award-winning makeup artist David Petruschin, aka Raven.During our conversation we discuss what you learn from failure, how to channel your inner ambition, playing the long game, being unapologetically who you are and leaning into, and honing, your talent.Catch the premiere of Painted With Raven on Thursday 25th November exclusively on the streamer of all things drag, WOW Presents Plus. Subscribe via: https://uk.wowpresentsplus.com/To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I share an update on a show I've had hundreds of messages about and ask whether you can ever successfully forgive and forget?To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lindsey Kelk is a best-selling author, podcaster and writer who joins me to share the habits and techniques she's developed to always feel good...To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anjali Kumar is a lawyer and author who joins me to share her spiritual pilgrimage to find God and what she learned along the way.Anjali's book Stalking God: My Unorthodox Search for Something to Believe In is available now.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it ever ok to ask people if they want babies or when they are having babies?To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruth Corden is a podcaster and civil servant who joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies he uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day.In this episode, @ruthcorden shares:Why people are so joy and life-giving and why surrounding yourself with the right people can make life so much more fun.Music and how uplifting it can be, and how it can instantly transport you to feel-good memories.The power to be gained from solitude and being comfortable in your own head.Why it's important sometimes to detach and find quiet so you can connect with what you're really feeling.Her feelings about therapy and why it's such a helpful tool whether you're actively having it or know it's something you can plug back into when you need it.Ruth's podcast Finding the Funny with her sister @angecorden is available on all good podcast platforms.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anne Boden is the CEO and Founder of Starling Bank and in this episode, she shares the challenges of being a woman in your mid-50s in a male-dominated industry with a new and very big idea. She also shares the challenges she faced making her idea a reality, why we need to change how we communicate money to women, how to keep your cool in tense situations, why being underestimated can work in your favour and why an idea is nothing if you don't start.Anne's book Banking On It is available now.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I share my favourite five books from 2021.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily Johnston is a lifestyle and fashion writer who joins me to share her feel-good habits.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had so much positive feedback about this conversation with Caroline Hirons at her recent pop-up that I'm re-issuing it for those who haven't heard it or may need to hear it again.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I share five tips for making a good habit stick, especially if you're keen to make changes in 2022.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jen Gunter returns to the podcast to discuss all things menopause; the biology of it and the narrative around it.In researching her latest book, The Menopause Manifesto, it struck Jen how the patriarchal narrative around menopause was actually hindering women, which is why the book became a manifesto to empower women with accurate information around what happens to their bodies during this time.As she says in the show, ‘it shouldn’t be an act of feminism to understand menopause, but it is’. During this conversation, @drjengunter and I discuss:Why it’s so wrong to think of your last period as an expiry date on your femininity.Why being empowered and making empowered choices requires access to accurate information.Why a patriarchal society doesn’t get to determine a woman’s worth.The lifestyle choices you make in your 20s and 30s that can positively impact your long-term health and your menopause experience.Why life can be better post-menopause.How pseudo-science and snake oil have nothing to offer you other than to take your money.The role of supplementation is treating menopause symptoms and whether anything will actually work.Plus, many mentions of Thor, Chris Hemsworth, Gal Gal Gadot and Idris Elba.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Annice Mukherjee joins me on the podcast to share her guide to navigating menopause as well as the importance of understanding how our hormones are making us feel throughout our lives.Dr Mukherjee is a physician and endocrinologist who specialises in supporting patients with complex medical illness, quality of life in endocrine disease, hormone problems in cancer survivors, including early menopause and other complex medical issues. She also takes a special interest in helping patients manage chronic fatigue.In her new book, The Complete Guide to the Menopause Annice outlines her toolkit for managing menopause and, hopefully, the strategies that’ll help you navigate it with far greater ease.In this episode, @drannicemukherjee and I discuss:The importance of understanding how your hormones are affecting you at whatever stage of life you’re in.Why she encourages women to be ‘prepare and be aware’ about their health.How it’s possible to feel better post-menopause than you did before it.Why diet, sleep, stress and exercise are fundamental elements of a lifestyle toolkit she recommends for navigating menopause.Her own menopause experience after a breast cancer diagnosis.The impact of the pandemic, both Covid-19 itself and the effects of a year-long lockdown are having on hormones.Plus, Annice answers questions from the Facebook group and much more...To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dr Louise Newson is a GP and menopause specialist. In this conversation we discuss the changes the occur during perimenopause, debunk some common myths around the treatment of menopausal symptoms and Louise shares some useful resources for navigating your way through perimenopause and menopause.Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre.The Balance App.Example Letter to GP Requesting HRTTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jen Gunter is an OB/GYN and author who joins me to talk about her new book The Vagina Bible, the 'cult' of wellness and how we can all avoid falling for clickbait headlines about our health.Dr Jen Gunter is an OB/GYN, author and a health professional who isn't afraid to call out BS when she sees it. In this episode she shares the five things she wants every woman to know about their vagina and vulva.Jen's book The Vagina Bible is available now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Katie Morris (@katie_morris_fitness) who tells me about her experience of training women experiencing menopausal symptoms and how lifestyle changes can make a huge difference to the overall experience of menopause.Click here to join Katie's Facebook group - Menopause Mastermind.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Menopause Series, Dr Elaine McQuade from the Marion Gluck clinic, joins me to share her insights on perimenopause.Perimenopause is a topic you've asked me to explore in detail in a show with an expert and in this episode Dr Elaine McQuade explains the fundamentals of, not only what's going on in your body, but the practical steps you can take to help ease your way through changing hormones and beyond...www.athruhealth.com www.drelainemcquade.com To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Sohere Roked returns to the show to answer listener questions. Dr Sohere Roked is a GP, Integrative Medical Specialist and Hormone Expert whose appearance on the show earlier this year was hugely popular with listeners. As a result the podcast's mailbox has been ticking over, ever since, with specific questions from listeners so Sohere agreed to come back to answer a selection of emails.Topics discussed in the show:1. Encouraging natural oestrogen production.2. Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and how to manage it.3. Not falling pregnant having come off the Pill.4. The impact of contraception on natural hormone levels and production.5. Hormonal effects of the Mirena Coil.6. Analysing the menstrual cycle to optimise the chances of falling pregnant: including a short luteal phase, Clomid to encourage ovulation and low progesterone in the latter phase of the cycle.7. How hormonal changes in pregnancy and during breastfeeding affect mood and emotions.8. Managing PMS in your 40s (including would Mirena coil help, plus wild yam cream)Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Menopuase SeriesSohère Roked, is a GP and Bio-identical and Integrative Medical Specialist who joins me to talk about how you should be feeling during your menstrual cycle, in terms of what's normal or to be expected, Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), why a 360 approach to wellness is vital and why knowing yourself and how you feel is something we should all be checking in with. We also tackle the sticky topic of the cost involved with deep-diving into your hormones, the things you can do to identify if there's something amiss and the steps you can take to make yourself feel better. Sohère talks about her book  The Tiredness Cure: How to beat fatigue and feel great for good and quizzes, cues and information within that can help you work towards feelings better.Follow Sohère on Twitter >> @The_Holistic_Dr and Instagram >> @Miss_Soh Sohère is based at the Omniya Clinic in Knightsbridge - follow them on twitter >> @omniyalondon and instagram >> @omniyalondonIf you have any questions following this episode email me at [email protected] join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here begins The Menopause Series, all the episodes of the podcast ever created on the subject of hormones, sexual health, perimenopause and menopause featuring my conversations with:Dr Sohère RokedDr Elaine McQuadeKatie MorrisDr Louise NewsonDr Annice MukherjeeThe purpose of re-sharing these episodes is to have all these conversations in one easily searchable place on the podcast feed.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you find your fitness mojo? Whether it's your first time embarking on a fitness regime or you're trying to get back into it after a break, here are my top tips.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Really Ree is a content creator who joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies she uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day.In this episode, @reallyree shares:Why it's so important not to let 'the buggers get you down'.Why you can't avoid negativity so you just have to develop the skill of ignoring it.The value in feeling your feelings when you're not feeling at the top of your game, acknowledging them and then moving forward with purpose. This is especially useful on Monday mornings...The challenges that come with working for yourself when you're the employee and the boss. Taking the time to know what makes you happy.Why it's other people's problem if they don't appreciate you.Why you haven't failed until you quit.Why doing the thing you like doing the least should always be at the top of your to-do list - and you should always try to do it quickly!To find the full, unedited episode simply click the link in my bio or type ‘The Emma Guns Show’ into your preferred podcast platform.As ever, I’d love to know what you think whether that’s in the comments below, on DM or via email. I make this podcast for YOU and if there’s anything you’d like to hear on this subject, or any other, please feel free to let me know.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mandy Saligari is an addiction expert who I asked to join me to discuss our relationship with food. While addictions to drugs and alcohol are widely known and somewhat understood, the sometimes toxic bond people can have with food is much muddier terrain; not least because we all need food to survive.In this episode, Mandy and I discuss:How negative feelings around food can creep up on you and begin to feel 'normal'.When food becomes a medication for emotion.How, when talking about an addictive process, it comes back to your relationship with yourself.How food and the attachment and intimacy process and your relationship with money all operate in a triad. Read: if you have issues with food, it's likely you'll have issues with money and relationships.How food can be used to bury the feelings you don't want to face.Why making anything, be it a diet or fitness regime, a magic bullet is a mistake.The shame that surrounds our relationship with food and how we can feel like failures because of it.The role of denial and deceit in how we behave around food.Why asking yourself 'what do I need?' is a vital question and one we often ignore.How to learn to notice the difference between emotional and physical hunger, and much more...To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was originally published in October 2019 and was recorded in front of a live audience.October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month all around the world and this episode was recorded LIVE at Estée Lauder HQ in Central London to kick of the UK Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign featuring Elizabeth Hurley, the Global Ambassador for Estée Lauder Companies Breast Cancer Campaign, TV Doctor and GP Dr Zoe Williams and founder of Girl vs Cancer, co-host of award-winning podcast You, Me and The Big C Lauren Mahon who is two years clear of breast cancer.Links from the show:To find out more about Estée Lauder Companies Breast Cancer Campaign and also view the self-check leaflet containing a step-by-step to checking your breasts, click here - BREAST CANCER CAMPAIGN info and guide.People mentioned/featured in the episode:Dr Zoe Williams' live How to Check your Boobs video.People mentioned during the Q&A.Coppa FeelHelen AddisJacquie BeltraoTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leanne Hainsby is a UK @peloton instructor who joins me on the podcast to share her feel-good habits, the strategies he uses and recommends to make sure every day is a good day.In this episode, @leannehainsby shares:Why exercise is such an important focus in her day - and not just because of her job.How she’ll choose exercise based on what her mind, body and soul really need that day.Her love of music and how no day is complete without it.How she uses music to amplify her exercise sessions.Why it’s so important to stay hydrated.How being hydrated makes her feel good and how being dehydrated makes her feel bad.Why decluttering a couple of times a year feels so incredible.To find the full, unedited episode simply click the link in my bio or type ‘The Emma Guns Show’ into your preferred podcast platform.As ever, I’d love to know what you think whether that’s in the comments below, on DM or via email. I make this podcast for YOU and if there’s anything you’d like to hear on this subject, or any other, please feel free to let me know.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.