Or So She Says

#25 The Unfiltered Birth Story

Grab your copy of my book 'Metamorphose' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Metamorphose-change-form-nature-transform/dp/B0F5P3F81B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1Y1LAO649AB3M&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.f28PZzqYrFCpio33GLE0UQ.1vLaIkNhwVxfIF7_aB8HsIyhkanZA9JvpSlbwzuczf4&dib_tag=se&keywords=metamorphose+nerissa&qid=1759228845&sprefix=metamorphose+nerissa%2Caps%2C137&sr=8-1 [https://tinyurl.com/mry76hef] In this episode, I share my raw and unscripted birth story, reflecting on the realities of labor. I discuss the importance of preparing for the unexpected in childbirth and the impact of birth trauma.  Through my experience, I hope to emphasise the need for open conversations about birth trauma and the importance of mental health in the healing process. Reliving my birth story wasn’t easy, but it feels important to share—I actually teared up a bit listening back to this.  This is my full birth story told in true Nerissa fashion—every detail, every emotion, every truth.  It’s raw, it’s messy, it’s mine. If you’ve been through it, are preparing for it, or just want to hear a real story without all the BS fluff, this one’s for you. 📲 Connect with Nerissa Instagram: @radiantlyempowered Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#]Nerissa Shea Email: nsheafitness@gmail.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Birth Story 10:39 The Fourth Trimester: A New Reality 11:08 The Start of Labor: Contractions Begin 22:02 Arriving at the Hospital: The Waiting Game 32:08 Labor Progress: The Antenatal Ward Experience 37:17 Facing Induction: Decisions in Labor 39:08 The Intensity of Labor 42:46 Transitioning to Active Labor 45:53 The Induction Experience 51:33 The Epidural Decision 55:31 The C-Section Journey 01:01:10 Postpartum Reflections and Trauma 01:08:22 Healing and Moving Forward

#24 Nerissa Shea: Little Old Me as a Guest on Beyond the Brand with VCP

💫 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘢 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘤, 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦… 🦋 I’m 𝗦𝗢 excited to invite you to the magical launch of my very first book! ✨ 📍 Fumbally Stables, Dublin🗓 Sunday, 4th May   ⏱️ 12:30pm –2PM  🎟 Grab your Ticket Here:  https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/metamorphose-a-book-launch-celebration-tickets-1319762588429?aff=oddtdtcreator [https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/metamorphose-a-book-launch-celebration-tickets-1319762588429?aff=oddtdtcreator]  This isn’t just a book launch… …expect an afternoon filled with inspiration, connection, and meaningful experiences 🎀 💌 Your ticket includes: 📖 A lovingly signed copy of 𝙢𝙮 𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠 🎁 A thoughtfully curated goodie bag ☕️ Tea, coffee & delicious treats 💞 Uplifting vibes + 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘴 🌿 Expect soulful book readings, gentle wellness moments, a cosy Q&A, and surprise touches to make your heart glow 💗 ___________________________________ In this episode, myself & Vicky discuss ALL things Female Empowerment & Confidence! 🔗 Connect with Vicky  Ireland's leading Female Fitness and Personal Branding Photographer Instagram: @victoria_connery [https://www.instagram.com/victoria_connery/#]

#23 Ciara Sexton - Beyond the Stage: Performance, Creativity & Life’s Transitions

In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Ciara Sexton to discuss her inspiring journey from a successful competitive Irish dancer to performer, educator, choreographer, mother, and now author. We delve into the world of performance, personal growth, and the challenges dancers face as they transition into different stages of their careers and lives. We Discuss - Ciara’s Backstory: Her competitive dance career, journey into performance, and transition into education, choreography, and motherhood. The Current State of Competitive Irish Dance: Our perspectives on the evolution of the sport and industry. Life Coaching & Performing Artists: How coaching can help performers navigate challenges and enhance their careers. Transitioning from Competitive Irish Dance to Touring Dancer: The adjustments and experiences that come with the shift. The Transition to 'Real Life': Life beyond the stage and the skills needed to adapt. Finding the Root Cause of Perfectionism: Understanding the mindset of high achievers and overcoming perfectionist tendencies. The Impact of Social Media on Competitive Dancers: The pressures, comparisons, and ways to maintain a healthy perspective online. How to Navigate Setbacks: The importance of perception and resilience in the face of challenges. Recognising that Competitors and Teachers are also Human: Shifting perspectives to build healthier relationships in the dance world. The Importance of Reframing Situations: How mindset shifts can change experiences and outcomes. The Creative Process of Writing a Book: Ciara’s experience with storytelling and bringing her ideas to life. Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming self-doubt and stepping into your true potential. …& So Much More! _______________________________________ 🔗 Connect with Ciara Instagram: @ciarasextondance [https://www.instagram.com/ciarasextondance/#] Email: ciarasextondance@gmail.com Facebook: Ciara Sexton Purchase her Book: https://shorturl.at/Kqw89 [https://shorturl.at/Kqw89] _______________________________________ 📲 Connect with Nerissa Instagram: ⁠⁠@radiantlyempowered⁠⁠ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#]  Facebook: ⁠⁠Nerissa Shea⁠⁠ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#]  FREE 7 Day Mindset & Motivation Manifesto 🌟 Click HERE to download:  ⁠https://subscribepage.io/0Or68j⁠ [https://subscribepage.io/0Or68j]  P.S: If there are little bits in it you find helpful and you fancy sharing on Social Media, tag me because I would love to reshare your breakthroughs! 💗 💬 Loved this episode?  Share it on Instagram & tag me @radiantlyempowered so I can repost! ⭐  If you found this helpful, please rate & review the podcast—it helps more people ditch the scale stress for good! 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a new episode! 🎙️ Let me know if you have any questions, my DMs are always open! 😊

#22 All Things Body Image: The Science & Spiritual Aspects of True Confidence & Self-Love

FREE 7 Day Mindset & Motivation Manifesto 🌟 Click HERE to download:  https://subscribepage.io/0Or68j [https://subscribepage.io/0Or68j]  P.S: If there are little bits in it you find helpful and you fancy sharing on Social Media, tag me because I would love to reshare your breakthroughs! 💗 This week, we’re diving deep into the world of body image—not just what we see in the mirror, but how we think, feel, and act based on our perceptions of our bodies. In This Episode, I discuss: * The four dimensions of body image: perceptual, affective, cognitive, and behavioural * How media, cultural standards, and personal experiences shape our self-perception * The impact of mental health, trauma, and the menstrual cycle on body image * How somatic therapy and mindful movement can help shift the focus from appearance to appreciation * The spiritual aspects of body image and how energetic imbalances (chakras) play a role in self-acceptance * Practical exercises you can incorporate into your daily routine to foster self-love Mentioned in This Episode: 🎙️ Episode #10: The Menstrual Cycle ▶️ Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/39UW6pRlcmcxGRXzs5Z9sp?si=b581511ee6224ee3 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/39UW6pRlcmcxGRXzs5Z9sp?si=b581511ee6224ee3]  🎙️ Episode #21: Weight Loss vs Fat Loss ▶️ Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Bc97Yi4wODHUT31kaiMuX?si=fdee621fe86e448e [https://open.spotify.com/episode/39UW6pRlcmcxGRXzs5Z9sp?si=b581511ee6224ee3] 🔆 Book a Reiki Healing Session Here: Hollystown, Dublin 15 👇 https://calendly.com/sheafitness/reiki-appointment-with-nerissa [https://calendly.com/sheafitness/reiki-appointment-with-nerissa]  Clonalvy, Co. Meath 👇 https://calendly.com/sheafitness/reiki-appointment-with-nerissa-clonalvy [https://calendly.com/sheafitness/reiki-appointment-with-nerissa-clonalvy]  📲 Let’s Connect!  ✨ Instagram: ⁠@radiantlyempowered⁠ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#]  ✨ Facebook: ⁠Nerissa Shea⁠ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#]  ✨ Website: ⁠https://www.radiantlyempowered.com/⁠ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#] 💬 Loved this episode?  Share it on Instagram & tag me @radiantlyempowered so I can repost! ⭐  If you found this helpful, please rate & review the podcast—it helps more people ditch the scale stress for good! 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a new episode! 🎙️💖 Let me know if you have any questions, my DMs are always open! 😊

#21 Why the Weighing Scale is Lying to You – The Truth About Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss

FREE 7 Day Mindset & Motivation Manifesto 🌟 Click HERE to download:  ⁠https://subscribepage.io/0Or68j⁠ [https://subscribepage.io/0Or68j]  P.S: If there are little bits in it you find helpful and you fancy sharing on Social Media, tag me because I would love to reshare your breakthroughs! 💗 Are you still relying on the scale to measure your progress? It might be doing more harm than good! 🚨 In this episode of Or So She Says, we’re diving into: ✅ The key differences between fat loss and weight loss (and why they matter) ✅ Why the scale fluctuates daily (hint: it’s NOT all fat gain!) ✅ How slimming clubs might be sabotaging your results ✅ Better ways to track progress—from waist measurements to confidence boosts 💃 ✅ Why ditching the scale could actually speed up your results ✅ PLUS: A sneak peek into my upcoming interactive fat loss course—so you can finally master fat loss without the scale dictating your success! 🎧 Related Episodes You’ll Love: 👉 Episode 4: Fat Loss 101 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Y0SQO4aSLkKFilB7LuNEO?si=59c38c2d6f1246ea] – The science behind real fat loss 👉 Episode 10: The Menstrual Cycle [https://open.spotify.com/episode/39UW6pRlcmcxGRXzs5Z9sp?si=d9dcbbc059854a0b]– How your cycle affects weight & fat loss 👉 Episode 15: My Beef with Slimming Clubs [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MAFpxG3KXLRoFkVongpdh?si=22f4ef32983d42ef] – The dark side of weigh-in culture 📲 Let’s Connect! ✨ Instagram: @radiantlyempowered [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#] ✨ Facebook: Nerissa Shea [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#] ✨ Website: https://www.radiantlyempowered.com/ [https://chatgpt.com/c/67a462db-148c-8013-8a38-13a237dda55e#] 💬 Loved this episode? Share it on Instagram & tag me @radiantlyempowered so I can repost! ⭐ If you found this helpful, please rate & review the podcast—it helps more people ditch the scale stress for good! 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a new episode! 🎙️💖 Let me know if you have any questions, my DMs are always open! 😊