Child-free, childless, or single: can you still live a fulfilled life? | Ep 221

The forbidden plant medicine rewiring the Western mind with Patrick & Michele Fishley | Ep 225

What if the medicine most likely to change your life is one you've never even heard of? In this episode, we sit down with Patrick and Michelle Fishley, founders of Soul Reflections and longtime practitioners of Iboga, a rare, potent plant medicine from the jungles of Gabon that's quietly reshaping how people in the West understand healing, addiction, and the self. Both Patrick and Michelle started as nurses working inside the traditional healthcare system before an unexpected invitation pulled them into the world of Iboga, first through the isolated compound ibogaine, then into the full, ancient plant itself as taught by elders deep in the Gabonese jungle. What followed was over a decade of study, initiation, and return trips to Africa that transformed not just their careers, but who they are. In this conversation, we go deep into what makes Iboga so different from other plant medicines like ayahuasca or psilocybin: its intensity, its rarity, its 12-to-72-hour journeys, and why it's often called the Mount Everest of plant medicines. We talk about why it works on the mind, body, and spirit all at once, why reverence (not consumerism) is essential to using it safely, and why the elders who protect it are sounding the alarm on its growing commodification. But this episode is about more than one plant. It's about awareness without judgment, the discomfort we've engineered out of modern life, and what it means to remember, rather than fix, who we really are. Whether you're curious about plant medicine or have never considered it in your life, this conversation offers something for you: a deeper look at healing, nature, and the parts of ourselves we've forgotten how to hear. Patrick and Michelle Fishley are co-founders of Soul Reflections, the world's first Iboga/Ibogaine online community supporting practitioners, providers, and seekers alike through preparation, integration, and education. With a combined 45+ years of nursing experience in ICU, ER, trauma, and addictions care, they transitioned into Iboga/Ibogaine work over a decade ago and have since led over 1,500 treatments with a perfect safety record. Both are Bwiti-initiated Nganga (Healer/Seer), Patrick known as Dibadi, Michelle as Yakéta, trained directly by elders in Gabon, where they return annually to deepen their connection to the medicine's traditional roots. Connect with Patrick & Michelle: * Website: soulreflections.net [https://www.soulreflections.net] * Instagram: @soulreflectionsiboga [https://www.instagram.com/soulreflectionsiboga/] * Facebook: Soul Reflections Iboga Community [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100035394443552] * YouTube: @soulreflections-iboga [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1qaqI0kdTkTuM7p8rbQdMA]

The one-breath trick that reveals where you're stuck with Alexandre Tsuk | Ep 224

One breath. That's all it took to unravel everything Alexandre Tsuk thought he knew about himself. Dragged into a breathwork session he had zero interest in attending, Alex had no intention of participating, no belief it would work, and no plan to change. Then, in a single breath, he received a flash of clarity so total it exposed exactly what was broken in every relationship in his life, with his parents, his kids, his partner, and himself. He cried for an hour and a half. He didn't sleep for three days. And he never went back to who he was before. In this episode, Alex takes us through that moment and everything that followed: why he calls it "forced mindfulness," how conditioning and old stories keep us stuck long after we've outgrown them, and why holding your breath might be the simplest, most honest diagnostic tool you have for finding exactly where you're avoiding your own discomfort. We talk about why you can't force anyone else to change, why dropping judgment (of others and yourself) is the real work, how to build a nervous system that can handle anything, and why the goal was never happiness - it was becoming who you actually are. If you've ever felt like something in you is stuck but couldn't name it, this conversation might just show you exactly where to look - one breath at a time. Alexandre Tsuk Alex is a breathwork facilitator, trainer, and founder of BreathingCold, specialising in nervous system regulation, transformational breathwork, and conscious cold exposure. He creates safe, structured spaces where people can release chronic tension, integrate past experiences, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Born in France and now rooted in Bali and India, Alexandre found breathwork and cold exposure after facing his own depression and made it his mission ever since. Over 10+ years, he's guided 7,000+ people through transformation and trained nearly 600 facilitators now practising worldwide. He's also the founder of BGreener (200+ purpose-driven businesses) and RefillMyBottle (plastic waste reduction). His approach: create a field of trust where you can return to yourself , gently, fully, freely. Find out more and connect with Alex online: www.breathingcoldbali.com [https://www.breathingcoldbali.com] | @breathing_cold [https://www.instagram.com/breathing_cold/]

There’s nothing left for me here… now what? with Lenka and Natalie | Ep 223

Have you ever reached a point where something you once loved simply no longer feels like it belongs in your life? In this episode, Lenka shares a deeply personal experience after returning to a business conference that had been part of her life for seven years. Instead of feeling inspired, she realised she’d quietly outgrown it. Not because anything was wrong with the event or the people, but because she had changed. Together, we explore what happens when we recognise that we’ve reached the end of a chapter. We talk about the courage to let go without guilt, the beauty of moving on without burning bridges, and why personal growth often means choosing alignment over familiarity. We also discuss: * Why outgrowing people, places and experiences is a natural part of life. * The difference between chasing success and creating a life that genuinely brings you joy. * Why smaller communities and deeper conversations can be more fulfilling than bigger opportunities. * How to recognise when it’s time to gently close one door and make space for another. If you’ve been feeling like something in your life no longer fits, whether it’s a job, a community, a relationship or simply an old version of yourself, this conversation is a reminder that it’s okay to move on. Sometimes, “there’s nothing left for me here” isn’t a loss. It’s an invitation to discover what comes next.

Finding the root: how to clear what's holding you back with Jim Doyle | Ep 222

What if the biggest thing holding us back isn’t what’s happening around us, but something that’s been with us for much longer than we realise? In this episode, we sit down with transformational coach, dowser, and energy healer Jim Doyle to explore how unresolved experiences, limiting beliefs, and hidden energetic blocks can quietly influence our wellbeing, relationships, confidence, career, business, and everyday lives. We delve into Jim’s extraordinary journey from electronics engineer to energy healer, and discover how he combines engineering precision with energy work to identify not just what the problem is, but when the root cause first began. Whether those experiences stem from childhood, family history, or even earlier, Jim explains how uncovering these hidden patterns can create powerful shifts and help us move forward. We also explore simple yet powerful energy practices and visualisations designed to help release the stresses, strains, and emotional burdens we carry, along with remarkable stories of transformation from people who have experienced Jim’s work. From personal growth and healing to businesses and even homes, we discuss how clearing what’s beneath the surface can open the door to meaningful change. If you’ve ever felt like you’re repeating the same patterns, struggling to make lasting changes, or wondering why you can’t seem to move forward, this conversation offers a fascinating perspective on finding, and clearing, the root cause. Join us as we explore what it really takes to let go of what’s been holding us back and create space for a more fulfilled, authentic life. Jim Doyle is an energy healer, intuitive, dowser and geomancer helping people achieve their true worth by clearing hidden blocks to performance and wellbeing.  With an electronics engineering background he identifies the blocks to performance with engineering precision and clears them with gentle energy and by guiding your inner wisdom.He addresses all types of energetic blocks affecting career, relationships, business and of course wellbeing. To Jim, energy blocks may be identified seamlessly between this lifetime, ancestral and way beyond, and of course environmental and other influences. Through 1:1 sessions, he has worked remotely with clients in over 40 countries, addressing tangible and invisible challenges, leading to huge changes. His passion is bringing harmony and well-being into place, helping personal, spiritual  and business growth  Find out more about Jim and his work online: * Website:         https://www.differentlight.org/ [https://www.differentlight.org/] * Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/jimjdoyle/ [https://www.instagram.com/jimjdoyle/] * Facebook:     https://www.facebook.com/jimjdoyle/ [https://www.facebook.com/jimjdoyle/]

Child-free, childless, or single: can you still live a fulfilled life? | Ep 221

For generations, we've been told that a happy life follows a familiar path: find a partner, get married, have children, and live happily ever after. But what happens when life looks different? In this deeply personal and honest conversation, we explore what it means to build a fulfilling life outside society's traditional expectations. We share their very different journeys with relationships, marriage, motherhood, childlessness, and being child-free by choice. Natalie opens up about the heartbreak of multiple miscarriages, the grief of letting go of the future she once imagined, and the societal pressures women face when they don't have children. Lenka shares why she's never wanted children and how she's found peace in the possibility of living a happy, meaningful life without a long-term romantic partner. Together, we discuss the stigma surrounding childlessness, the growing movement of women choosing not to have children, the freedom that comes from embracing your own path, and why your worth is never defined by your relationship status or whether you become a parent. This episode is a powerful reminder that there is no single blueprint for happiness, and that a life filled with purpose, love, connection, and contribution can take many different forms. If you've ever questioned society's expectations around marriage, motherhood, relationships, or what it means to live a meaningful life, this conversation is for you. Listen now and discover why being child-free, childless, or single doesn't mean living with less; it can mean living authentically, intentionally, and fully.