Women & Wellbeing with Natalie Anderson

In this episode of Women & Wellbeing, we’re joined by Karen Arthur — educator, author and founder & host of Menopause Whilst Black — for a moving conversation about creativity, confidence and seeing midlife as a powerful turning point rather than a decline. Karen shares how, during the depths of depression, she began making a quilt from hundreds of tiny squares of fabric. What started as a small daily act became a lifeline — a quiet, steady focus that helped regulate her nervous system and create rhythm during a time of emotional overwhelm. Over months, the quilt became both a creative practice and a symbol of healing. Finally gifting the quilt to her mum — her endeavour provided a full-circle moment of love, story and connection. We explore the way creativity can ground us. Not as productivity, but as presence. As something tactile and repetitive that gently brings us back to ourselves. The conversation also turns to fashion — not as trend, but as storytelling. Karen speaks about circular fashion, clothes that hold memories, and garments as emotional archives. Her deep understanding of colour and self-expression led to the creation of her Wear Your Happy movement, encouraging women to embrace dopamine dressing as a way to rebuild confidence and reconnect with joy. Elsewhere, Karen reflects on the summer of 2020 and how the monumental events that took place that year acted as a catalyst towards her founding the platform and podcast Menopause Whilst Black — born from the need to centre Black women’s experiences in menopause and open up conversations on healthcare, access and education. She speaks candidly about her own menopause journey and how the transition gave her space to sit in silence, to reflect, and to ask herself what she truly wanted from the next chapter of her life. Rather than fearing midlife, Karen urges women to see it as an opportunity for growth — a recalibration. A chance to understand our wants, our needs, and the lives we’re ready to build. Together, we discuss: – Creativity as healing – Circular fashion and passing on stories through clothes – Dopamine dressing and rebuilding confidence – Founding Menopause Whilst Black – Midlife as expansion, not contraction – Using transition as an opportunity for reflection and growth This episode is an invitation to create, to wear colour boldly, to honour your stories — and to trust that midlife may be the most powerful chapter yet. For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Women & Wellbeing, Natalie is joined by movement and embodiment coach Abigail Beckingham for a powerful conversation about the connection between the body, emotion and our natural rhythms as women. Together, they explore what it means to release emotion through movement — not as performance or fitness, but as expression. Abigail shares how stored feelings can live in the body, and how intentional movement can help us process what words sometimes cannot. During the conversation Abigail talks about handling big emotions without suppressing them. About creating safe space to feel anger, grief, joy and everything in between and about learning to see emotional intensity not as something to fix, but something to understand. She also talks about the thinking behind Kinesiology and how it can be used to aid us in recovery. A central theme of the episode is leaning into our natural female cycles — recognising that our energy, creativity and capacity shift throughout the month. Rather than fighting those changes, Abigail encourages us to harness them. To align productivity with high-energy phases, and to give ourselves permission to slow down, think and feel when our bodies ask for it. Together, we discuss: – Releasing emotion through movement – Understanding and processing big feelings – The wisdom of the menstrual cycle – Productivity through alignment, not pressure – Giving yourself permission to pause – Reconnecting with your body’s intelligence and the thinking behind Kinesiology This is a conversation about trust — trusting your body, your emotions and your rhythms. An invitation to move, to feel, and to honour the season you’re in. For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this brand new episode of Women & Wellbeing, Natalie is joined by beauty journalist, broadcaster and podcast host Ateh Jewel for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about identity, reinvention and choosing not to make yourself smaller for anyone. Ateh reflects on her 25-year career in beauty journalism — an industry built on visibility — and shares how learning to lean into authenticity, step away from performance and own her voice has been central to both her professional longevity and personal wellbeing. She talks openly about navigating divorce after a 26-year marriage, and how that period of upheaval became a turning point rather than an ending. Ateh speaks about launching Ateh Jewel Beauty during one of the most challenging chapters of her life — choosing creation over contraction, and courage over fear. The conversation explores what it means to step fully into your power in midlife: financially, creatively and emotionally. From unlearning the instinct to dim your sparkle to suit others, to embracing visibility without apology, this episode centres on self-trust and self-belief. The pair also reflect on the challenges of motherhood, and the lessons Ateh continues to learn from her twin daughters — about honesty, resilience and the importance of living as your full self. Discussion points within the conversation include: – Divorce as a catalyst for growth – Launching a brand during personal change – Stepping into your power and owning your voice – Authenticity and refusing to dim your sparkle – Learning life lessons from your children – Redefining wellbeing through truth and self-trust This episode is a powerful reminder that authenticity is not something you find — it’s something you return to. And that your sparkle is never too much! For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Women & Wellbeing, Natalie is joined by Nicky Denson Elliott, founder of The Wilder Collective and host of The Women’s Business Podcast, for an honest and eye-opening conversation about women, money and confidence. Together, they unpack the deep-rooted beliefs many women carry — from anti-female programming and internalised misogyny to the shame that still surrounds money, ambition and success. Nicky speaks candidly about the systemic lack of investment in female founders, and how these structures quietly reinforce self-doubt, undercharging and playing small to remain palatable. The conversation also explores the reality of building a business while raising children — the invisible labour, the constant negotiation of time and energy, and why women are still expected to make it all look effortless. At its heart, this episode is about awareness and agency. About recognising the stories we’ve inherited, questioning who they really serve, and learning how to build confidence — not just in business, but in our relationship with money and ourselves. Discussion includes: – Anti-female programming and limiting beliefs – Women, money shame and self-worth – The investment gap for female founders – Motherhood, business and invisible labour – Internalised misogyny and how it shows up – Building confidence and clarity around money This is a powerful conversation about reclaiming space, value and voice — and giving yourself permission to want more, including financial freedom. Listen now for an empowering, uplifting conversation that can help you advocate for yourself and push back against the ethos of good girl economics. For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Women & Wellbeing, Natalie is joined by psychologist, speaker and author Suzy Reading for a deeply nourishing conversation about reclaiming your peace, power, and emotional wellbeing.Drawing from her work and her brand new book How to Be Selfish, Suzy shares her seven steps to taking back your peace & power, offering compassionate, practical guidance on how to meet your own needs without guilt or apology.Together, Natalie and Suzy explore what it really means to be “selfish” in a healthy, life-affirming way — reframing it as self-responsibility, self-trust, and emotional maturity. They discuss how learning to listen to and harness our emotions can become a powerful catalyst for change, rather than something to suppress or fear.The conversation also turns to the rhythms of the seasons, with a gentle exploration of how to winter well — slowing down, restoring energy, and letting go of the pressure to constantly push forward. Suzy invites us to consider spring as the true new year, a more natural moment for renewal, intention-setting and growth.This episode is an invitation to soften, tune inwards, and remember that meeting your own needs isn’t indulgent — it’s essential.In this episode, we cover:– Suzy’s seven steps to taking back your peace & power– What healthy “selfishness” really looks like– How to meet your own needs without guilt– Harnessing emotions as tools for change– Emotional wellbeing and self-trust– How to winter well and honour seasonal rhythms– Why spring can be a more natural new beginning🎧 A grounding, insightful episode for anyone ready to live with more intention, emotional clarity and self-respect. For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.