Roots to Radiance

Ep.60: Pausing the Podcast for Summer: A Personal Update

In this episode, I’m sharing a more personal update, reflecting on the podcast, what I’ve been seeing in my clients, and why I’ve decided to pause episodes over the summer. I talk about the idea of intention and how it’s shaped the way I’ve been working and living this year...from how I structure my time, to the women I’m supporting, to creating more space for deeper, more meaningful work. I also share some of the patterns I’m seeing more and more in women’s health right now; chronic stress, low energy, hormonal shifts, and a body that’s no longer tolerating the pace of life. This isn’t an ending, just a pause to create space, reflect, and come back with more clarity. If you’re listening and recognising yourself in this, feeling tired, overwhelmed, or like your body isn’t responding the way it used to..this is exactly the work I do with women inside The Radiance Method. You can find more information here: 👉 https://the-root-cause.co.uk/health-coaching/ [https://the-root-cause.co.uk/health-coaching/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Or feel free to reach out to me directly. I’m always happy to chat. email: nikki.spencer@the-roots-cause.co.uk instagram: @therootcause1There’s over a year’s worth of episodes here, so if you’re newer or want to revisit certain topics, this is a good time to explore what’s already available.Nikki x

Ep.59: The Wellness Trap - When Health Becomes a Project

Many women who come to work with me feel like they’re doing everything right when it comes to their health - eating well, trying supplements, researching ways to optimise how they feel, yet they’re still experiencing symptoms like fatigue, bloating, PMS, brain fog or digestive discomfort. In this episode, I explore something I often see happening in these situations: the wellness trap. It’s the point where health becomes a long list of symptoms to fix and things to try, rather than stepping back to understand what the body might actually be responding to. We talk about why symptoms rarely appear in isolation, how patterns often connect things like digestion, hormones and energy, and why understanding the bigger picture of the body can be far more powerful than chasing individual symptoms. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still don’t feel quite like yourself, this episode will give you a new way of thinking about what might really be going on. If you’re curious about working together, you can learn more about The Radiance Method on the Work With Me page of my website: https://the-root-cause.co.uk/health-coaching/ This is where we explore the body as a whole system and support the foundations that allow your energy, digestion and hormones to function optimally.

Ep.58: Protect Your Energy When The World Feels Heavy

When the world feels heavy, your nervous system feels it too. In this episode, I explore how sustained stress (personal or collective) affects the body, from neurotransmitters and inflammation to gut health and sleep. We talk about the idea of a “stress bucket,” how small daily inputs add up, and why protecting your energy isn’t about hardening yourself, it’s about reducing unnecessary load and building capacity. This isn’t about ignoring reality. It’s about staying steady inside it. Instagram @therootcause1 email: nikki.spencer@the-root-cause.co.uk

Ep.57: The Cost of Staying Comfortable

Staying in your comfort zone sounds like: “I’ll deal with it when things calm down.” “It’s not that bad.” “I’m probably overthinking it.” I look at how this shows up in health, particularly for high-functioning women who have adapted to chronic stress, digestive issues, low energy, and feeling slightly off, while continuing to manage everything around them. This isn’t about dramatic overhauls. It’s about noticing what you’ve normalised and whether it’s still serving you. connect with me: instagram @therootcause1 email: nikki.spencer@the-root-cause.co.uk website: https://the-root-cause.co.uk/health-coaching/

Ep.56: She thought it was her hormones...

Most women who come to me think their hormones are the problem. And sometimes they are. But more often, hormones are responding to something deeper. In this episode, I walk you through a real client story, a capable, high-functioning woman who felt tired, reactive, and out of rhythm, despite “normal” bloodwork. We explore: • Why mineral status underpins hormone regulation • How stress silently increases mineral demand • Why labs often miss depletion • What steadiness actually means physiologically • And why you can’t supplement your way out of a stress pattern If you feel slightly off..not ill, but not fully yourself, this episode is for you. Your body doesn’t lose rhythm without reason. If you’d like to explore working together inside The Radiance Method, you can join the waitlist here: https://therootcause3079.practicebetter.io/#/667d2bf31267ef419cfda424/forms?f=699313075276c5e6b4dee999 [https://therootcause3079.practicebetter.io/#/667d2bf31267ef419cfda424/forms?f=699313075276c5e6b4dee999] Website: https://the-root-cause.co.uk/health-coaching/ [https://the-root-cause.co.uk/] Instagram: @therootcause1 Nikki