UNFUNK YOUR SOUL®

This episode is Marie’s unapologetic celebration of the lessons, blessings and seasons of change that have shaped her. Every step a long the way and experience has been a training ground for sovereignty, and she’s finally not afraid to admit it...Marie steps into her 50th year with fierce gratitude, grounded grace and a bold, electric energy. This chapter is about intention, legacy and designing a life that actually fits the woman she was always meant to be.Ready to stop shrinking, stop apologising and start living in alignment with your truth - this episode is an honest, down to earth reflection that will shine a retrospective light on midlife and the growth that occurs when you stop over giving and overexplaining. If you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Pleaseleave us a review and rate the show, hit the follow to ensure you never miss an episode. Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.unfunk-yoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is a podcast for midlife women ready to reclaim their joy and live life unapologetically. Hosted by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner and NLP Coach in training, each episode explores the real, raw and beautiful transitions of midlife. Through soulful conversations and honest storytelling, we dive into women’s wellbeing, intuitive healing, radicalself-love, and the art of slowing down. If you’re craving community, clarity and a life that feels more like you again, this podcast is your permission slip to UNFUNK YOUR SOUL. Come for the CALM, Stay for the GLOW UP! Find your next event here You can follow more of Marie's midlife musings on her Substack and TikTok. Supporting the show with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ helps sustain this community-led space, a simple way to pour back in and fuel the powerful work of amplifying the voices of midlife women. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or practitioner relationship. Always seek guidance from a suitably qualified and insured healthcare professional. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you’ve heard here.

Welcome to Season 3 of UNFUNK YOUR SOUL. After a summer filled with connection and a few WTF moments, we’re back with a round‑up of what’s been unfolding behind the scenes. In this episode, Marie talks candidly about parenting older teenagers, supporting them through exam stress, and navigating the reality of life transitions - for them and for us as we enter the new terrain of an empty nest. You’ll also hear updates on upcoming UNFUNK YOUR SOUL events, and why the business has intentionally taken a backseat over the last couple of months. This episode offers insights, gentle revelations and practical ways to come home to yourself, especially if you’re feeling dysregulated. Expect grounding tips, nervous system support, and simple routines to help you reconnect with your power and create steadiness in your day‑to‑day life. If you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Please leave us a review and rate the show, hit the follow to ensure you never miss an episode. Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.unfunk-yoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is a podcast for midlife women ready to reclaim their joy and live life unapologetically. Hosted by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner and NLP Coach in training, each episode explores the real, raw and beautiful transitions of midlife. Through soulful conversations and honest storytelling, we dive into women’s wellbeing, intuitive healing, radical self-love, and the art of slowing down. If you’re craving community, clarity and a life that feels more like you again, this podcast is your permission slip to UNFUNK YOUR SOUL. Come for the CALM, Stay for the GLOW UP! Find your next event here You can follow more of Marie's midlife musings on her Substack and TikTok. Supporting the show with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ helps sustain this community-led space, a simple way to pour back in and fuel the powerful work of amplifying the voices of midlife women. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or practitioner relationship. Always seek guidance from a suitably qualified and insured healthcare professional. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you’ve heard here.

In this season finale, Marie reflects on the midpoint of the year, and invites you to take a moment to look at who you’re becoming, what you’re shedding, and the intentional practices that are shaping your next chapter. Marie talks about the transformative terrain of midlife: navigating relationships with more honesty and compassion, preparing for an empty nest, stepping into therapy, and even learning to DJ as a reminder that joy, play and reinvention are always possible. We explore why routine and structure matter more than ever during times of transition, and how creating sustainable rhythms now can help you meet the unchartered season ahead with ease, clarity and a grounded sense of self. This mid‑year reflection is an invitation to honour the quiet shifts happening beneath the surface. To every listener who has journeyed with us, and to every guest who has shared their wisdom, vulnerability and stories - thank you. Your presence shapes this community, and your voices make this space richer, braver and more beautiful. If you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Please leave us a review and rate the show, hit the follow to ensure you never miss an episode. Find UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.unfunk-yoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is a podcast for midlife women ready to reclaim their joy and live life unapologetically. Hosted by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner and NLP Coach in training, each episode explores the real, raw and beautiful transitions of midlife. Through soulful conversations and honest storytelling, we dive into women’s wellbeing, intuitive healing, radical self-love, and the art of slowing down. If you’re craving community, clarity and a life that feels more like you again, this podcast is your permission slip to UNFUNK YOUR SOUL. Come for the CALM, Stay for the GLOW UP! Find your next event here You can follow more of Marie's midlife musings on her Substack and TikTok. Supporting the show with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ helps sustain this community-led space, a simple way to pour back in and fuel the powerful work of amplifying women’s voices in midlife. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or practitioner relationship. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any physical or mental health concerns. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you’ve heard here.

In this episode, I’m joined by Louise Brown, founder of Tranquil Space - a heart‑led wellbeing sanctuary in Uttoxeter supporting women to slow down, reconnect and step into their power. Lou is a holistic therapist, sound practitioner, meditation instructor, women’s circle facilitator and retreat host who creates nurturing spaces for rest, healing and emotional regulation. Her journey into this vocation wasn’t a straight path - it was intuitive, spiritual and deeply guided. After a decade working in the NHS and navigating her own mental health challenges, Lou found herself being led by the universe toward a path of service. The practices that helped her heal became the tools she now shares with others and became the foundation of Tranquil Space. In our conversation, we explore what it means to follow the signs, trust your calling and step into the work you were always meant to do. We talk about the power of slowing down, the magic of women gathering, and the quiet ways the universe nudges us toward our purpose. Lou also shares simple daily rituals keep her grounded and connected. If you’re drawn to holistic healing, women’s wellbeing, spiritual awakening or universe‑led purpose, this conversation will speak straight to your heart. You can contact Lou via her website and social media channels: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilspaceuk/ https://www.facebook.com/Tranquilspaceuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-brown-036150295/ If you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Pleaseleave us a review and rate the show, hit follow to ensure you never miss an episode. Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.unfunk-yoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is a podcast for midlife women ready to reclaim their joy and live life unapologetically. Hosted by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner and NLP Coach in training, each episode explores the real, raw and beautiful transitions of midlife. Through soulful conversations and honest storytelling, we dive into women’s wellbeing, intuitive healing, radical self-love, and the art of slowing down. If you’re craving community, clarity and a life that feels more like you again, this podcast is your permission slip to UNFUNK YOUR SOUL. Come for the CALM, Stay for the GLOW UP! Find your next event here You can follow more of Marie's midlife musings on her Substack and TikTok. Supporting the show with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ helps sustain this community-led space, a simple way to pour back in and fuel the powerful work of amplifying women’s voices in midlife. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or practitioner relationship. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any physical or mental health concerns. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you’ve heard here.

In this SHORT Series: Let's Talk Friendship Fatigue: Midlife, Mothering & Managing It All, Marie opens up about the fatigue that can come with friendships in midlife - the emotional guilt, the shifting dynamics, and the reality that relationships can feel like hard work when you’re already stretched thin. She candidly shares about the balancing act of being a midlife woman trying to spin all the plates: looking after your health, keeping the kids in check, tending to your home and work, and still longing for meaningful connection. If you’ve ever felt tired by friendships, overwhelmed by expectations or caught between caring for others and trying to fill your own cup, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone. If you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Please leave us a review and rate the show, hit the follow to ensure you never miss an episode. Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.unfunk-yoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is a podcast for midlife women ready to reclaim their joy and live life unapologetically. Hosted by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner and NLP Coach in training, each episode explores the real, raw and beautiful transitions of midlife. Through soulful conversations and honest storytelling, we dive into women’s wellbeing, intuitive healing, radical self-love, and the art of slowing down. If you’re craving community, clarity and a life that feels more like you again, this podcast is your permission slip to UNFUNK YOUR SOUL. Come for the CALM, Stay for the GLOW UP! Find your next event here You can follow more of Marie's personal midlife musings on her Substack and TikTok. Supporting the show with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ helps sustain this community-led space, a simple way to pour back in and fuel the powerful work of amplifying women’s voices in midlife. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or practitioner relationship. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any physical or mental health concerns. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you’ve heard here.