Episode 29: “Finding Your Way Back to Your True Self” — Lara Portelli on Healing from Complex PTSD, Self-Worth and New Beginnings

Episode 29: “Finding Your Way Back to Your True Self” — Lara Portelli on Healing from Complex PTSD, Self-Worth and New Beginnings

In this powerful episode, Moana Robinson chats with Lara Portelli, an award-winning author, mentor and host of Midlife Unplugged: The F-It Years, a podcast that explores the raw, real and often life-changing conversations that come with midlife. Lara opens up about her unconventional childhood, her experience with domestic violence, workplace bullying, coercive control, and the long journey of rebuilding her self-worth. She reflects on becoming Divorced at 50, being diagnosed with complex PTSD, and the moment she realised she could no longer keep pushing down the truth of how she felt. With honesty, humour and courage, Lara shares how she began finding her way back to her true self. She talks about learning to trust her gut, setting stronger boundaries, gathering the tools to cope with life, and understanding that healing does not happen overnight. Sometimes, as Moana beautifully compares, it is like a wardrobe edit — slowly letting go of what no longer fits. Moana and Lara also chat about the upcoming Sakura Lab Diamonds Australian Launch with Shar Moore, held on 9 June 2026 at B Styled for Life Studio, 15 Price Street, Southport. Sakura means new beginnings and blossoming, making it a beautiful reflection of Lara’s story — a woman learning to shine brightly, step into her next chapter and create a life that finally feels true to who she is. Connect with Lara Portelli: 📢 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-portelli-global/] 📢⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lara_portelli_global/] 📢⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/laraportelliglobal] 📺 You may also watch the full interview on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://youtu.be/1iJSVKcO5xI]— please follow and subscribe 🎙️ ⁠Website [https://www.bstyledforlife.com.au/take-a-moment-podcast/#Episode29]

Episode 28: “Don’t Give Up on Your Dreams” — Monika Jain on Taking the First Step to Building a Global Business as a Mum and Creating a Life Without Limits

In this inspiring episode, Moana Robinson chats with Monika Jain, a passionate entrepreneur and mum who shares her journey of building a global auction house from the ground up—starting when her daughter was just one year old. Monika opens up about the reality of starting a business while navigating motherhood, the internal battle of “mum guilt,” and the external pressures from society that often tell women to choose between family and ambition. Rather than waiting for the “perfect time,” Monika chose courage—taking the leap into entrepreneurship and trusting that everything would fall into place. From launching her business with a $60,000 auction to now generating multi-million-dollar auctions globally, Monika shares how resilience, the right team, and a strong mindset have been key to her success. Her business focuses on pre-loved luxury jewellery—bringing sustainability to the forefront by giving beautiful pieces a second life while reducing the need for new mining. Monika also shares how her daughter became her biggest inspiration and cheerleader, motivating her to lead by example and show that women can pursue both motherhood and their dreams—without compromise. With a team made up of 90% women and a vision to take her company to IPO, Monika is redefining what’s possible for women in business, especially in traditionally male-dominated industries. Her message is clear and powerful: don’t wait for the perfect moment—take the first step, ask for help, and trust yourself along the way. This episode is a must-listen for any woman who has ever doubted whether she can do it all—and do it her way. Connect with Monika Jain: 📢 LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-jain-84a72428] 📢 ⁠Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zipangauctions/] 📺 You may also watch the full interview on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://youtu.be/qX0AbwY7ADI]⁠⁠⁠ — please follow and subscribe 🎙️ Website [https://www.bstyledforlife.com.au/take-a-moment-podcast/#Episode28]

Episode 27: “Colour & Style Session” – Nathalie Trott on Why Some Clothes Never Work, Discovering Your True Colours and Building Confidence Through Self-Understandinge Through Self-Understanding

In this episode of Take A MOment, Moana Robinson speaks with Nathalie Trott about an experience that began as a simple colour and style consultation but turned into a powerful journey of self-discovery. Originally recorded as a case study, this conversation revealed something much deeper than wardrobe choices. Nathalie shares how understanding her natural colour palette helped her realise why certain clothes never felt quite right and how discovering her most flattering colours gave her clarity and confidence when shopping and dressing. The conversation explores the psychology of colour, the importance of dressing for the body you have now, and how intentional style can influence both how we feel about ourselves and how we present ourselves in professional settings. Nathalie also reflects on the importance of taking time to invest in yourself — especially during times of career transition — and how even small insights about personal style can lead to greater self-awareness and confidence. This episode is a gentle reminder to take a moment for yourself, reflect on who you are today, and discover how understanding your authentic self can positively influence your life. Connect with Nathalie:🔗⁠ linkedin.com/in/nathalieemma⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalieemma/] 📺⁠ You may also watch the full interview on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://youtu.be/36HnDazOM_I]⁠⁠⁠ ⁠— please follow and subscribe⁠. 🎙️⁠⁠Take A MOment podcast [https://www.bstyledforlife.com.au/take-a-moment-podcast/#Episode27]⁠ page

Episode 26: “Do the Mining for That Gold” — Kareena Glanville on The Key to Living Authentically and Aligning with your Truth

In this empowering episode, Moana chats with Kareena Glanville, who shares her raw and inspirational journey from losing everything—three homes, a business, and nearly her marriage—to creating a deeply fulfilling life and business based on intuition, authenticity, and aligned living. Kareena reveals how hitting rock bottom in 2010 with three young children and financial ruin became the catalyst for deep transformation. This pivotal moment awakened her to the power of intuition—a tool she now teaches to thousands of women. She explains how she rebuilt her life by reconnecting with her inner truth, learning to trust herself, and embracing her personal journey rather than clinging to outdated ideals of success. Together with her sister Sophie, who has her own transformative story, Kareena co-created Reclaim Her—a heart-led platform dedicated to helping women live aligned, intuitive, and meaningful lives. The duo also recently launched Reclaimed, a nourishing online community where women are supported through coaching, visioning, and holistic practices to reclaim their authenticity. Kareena’s story is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the beautiful power of midlife as a season of possibility. She champions the idea that women—especially over 40—are the changemakers for future generations when they live from the heart and trust their inner wisdom. Reclaim Her has a free downloadable manifesting journal for midlife women that you’re welcome to share. Here is the link: https://reclaimher.com/manifesting-journal/ [https://reclaimher.com/manifesting-journal/] Connect with Kareena, Sophie & Reclaim Her: 💌 connect@reclaimher.com [connect@reclaimher.com] 🌐 reclaimher.com [https://reclaimher.com/] 📸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/reclaimher/] | Facebook [https://facebook.com/reclaimher] 📺⁠ You may also watch the full interview on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://youtu.be/r3ltJ9IH-C8]⁠⁠ — please follow and subscribe⁠. 🎙️Take A MOment podcast [https://www.bstyledforlife.com.au/take-a-moment-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=take-a-moment-ep26#Episode26]

Episode 25: "The Body Doesn’t Lie" — Kuve Bradley on Body & Emotion Code

In this episode, Moana sits down with Kuve Bradley, a Body Code and Emotion Code practitioner, business coach, and co-author of Radiante and Legacy Business Builders. Kuve explains how Body Code works by tapping the subconscious (much like kinesiology) to ask clear yes/no questions—because, as she says, the body doesn’t lie. She shares that many imbalances and trapped emotions can be inherited across 15–16 generations, and that clearing these can also lighten the load for our children. Most clients notice shifts in about three sessions (heart-wall work often takes five to six), and transformations can be profound—think fear of flying resolved after three sessions. With English as her fourth language, Kuve describes her writing ritual—handwriting first, then dictating to transcribe, and editing for flow. Over 12 years in practice, she’s gathered insights on common heart-wall emotions (like love unreceived, betrayal, and insecurity) and how certain emotions often map to organs (for example, anger with the liver/gallbladder). Her biggest message? Learn to trust your intuition and listen to your body’s instant answers—that inner wisdom is always available. Check Kuve's website: https://kuvejanskybradley.com [https://kuvejanskybradley.com/] Follow her on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kuve.bradley [https://www.facebook.com/kuve.bradley] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kuvejanskybradley [https://www.instagram.com/kuvejanskybradley] LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kuvejanskybradley/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kuvejanskybradley/] Check out her books on Amazon: Radiante [https://www.amazon.com/Radiante-Visionary-Women-Igniting-Others-ebook/dp/B09DKPMPM4] Legacy Business Builders [https://us.amazon.com/Legacy-Business-Builders-Co-Creating-Purpose-ebook/dp/B0DK4D9TM9] 📺⁠ You may also watch the full interview on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠ [https://youtu.be/uk_GwWqzPYs] — please follow and subscribe⁠. Take A MOment podcast page. [https://www.bstyledforlife.com.au/take-a-moment-podcast/?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=take-a-moment-ep25#Episode25]