The Art of Self Podcast

34: Made for More: Motherhood, Movement & Mindful Self-Care with Joelle Legg

This week on The Art of Self, I’m joined by Joelle Legg - a wellness coach, mum of two, and co-creator behind the much-loved banter reels from Mike and Joelle. In this honest and grounding conversation, Joelle shares her journey through postnatal depression, motherhood, and rebuilding trust with her body through movement, strength training, breathwork, and daily rituals. We explore how fitness can become an act of self-respect rather than punishment, why releasing emotion through the body matters, and how small, consistent acts of care can create lasting change. We also talk about taking risks, navigating full seasons of life, and what it really means to be Made for More - not more pressure, but more calm, nourishment, presence, and joy. This episode is for women who give a lot to others and are ready to take up space in their own lives again. Connect with Joelle Website: https://www.madeformore.world/ [https://www.madeformore.world/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joelle.jojo.legg [https://www.facebook.com/joelle.jojo.legg] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelle_legg/ [https://www.instagram.com/joelle_legg/] The Art of Self - Charmaine Marinkovich Follow: @theartofself_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/theartofself_podcast/] on IG Follow: @charmainemarinkovich [https://www.instagram.com/charmainemarinkovich/] on IG Follow: charmainemarinkovichportraits [https://www.facebook.com/charmainemarinkovichportraits] on FB Support the Podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich [https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich]

33: From Corporate Life to Creative Freedom with Jen

In this episode of The Art of Self, I’m joined by Jen, a professional face painter who made the unexpected leap from a corporate career in finance into a creative business in her forties. We explore what it looks like to step away from the life you thought you should live, and instead follow what genuinely lights you up. Jen shares her journey of rediscovering creativity through motherhood, the challenges of starting over, and how choosing a different path has completely transformed her sense of self. This conversation touches on identity, self-expression, neurodiversity, and the balance between financial security and soul-led work. It’s an honest and inspiring reminder that creativity doesn’t disappear—it simply waits for you to come back to it. If you’ve ever felt the pull to do something different, this episode will leave you questioning what’s possible when you choose alignment over expectation. Connect with Jen Website: https://www.jensfunfaces.com/ [https://www.jensfunfaces.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jensfunfaces [https://www.facebook.com/jensfunfaces] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jensfunfaces/ [https://www.instagram.com/jensfunfaces/] The Art of Self - Charmaine Marinkovich Follow: @theartofself_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/theartofself_podcast/] on IG Follow: @charmainemarinkovich [https://www.instagram.com/charmainemarinkovich/] on IG Follow: charmainemarinkovichportraits [https://www.facebook.com/charmainemarinkovichportraits] on FB Support the Podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich [https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich]

32: Sexy Ageing, Menopause & Midlife Visibility with Tracy Minnoch

In this episode of The Art of Self, I’m talking with Tracy Minnoch, the woman behind Sexy Ageing. Tracy is an advocate and educator for women navigating menopause in midlife, and she shares her journey with honesty, warmth, and hope. We explore what it really means to age well - from confidence and choice, to feeling at home in your body and reclaiming your voice in midlife. Tracy also dives into visibility and why so many women feel invisible as they age, and how stepping into your creativity and agency can transform this stage of life. We discuss her long career in the fitness industry, how her own menopause experience inspired Sexy Ageing, and how she’s now sharing her expertise as a UGC (user-generated content) creator, connecting authentically with audiences in new ways. If you’re navigating change, questioning old narratives about ageing, or feeling called to create something new in this season of life, this episode is for you. Connect with Tracy Website: https://www.sexyageing.com/ [https://www.sexyageing.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065037368277 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065037368277]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexyageing/ [https://www.instagram.com/sexyageing/] The Art of Self - Charmaine Marinkovich Follow: @theartofself_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/theartofself_podcast/] on IG Follow: @charmainemarinkovich [https://www.instagram.com/charmainemarinkovich/] on IG Follow: charmainemarinkovichportraits [https://www.facebook.com/charmainemarinkovichportraits]on FB Support the Podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich [https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich]

31: From Mother to Lover with Sarah Bunker

In this episode of The Art of Self, I’m joined by Sarah Bunker from Libido Liberation for an open, honest conversation about desire, intimacy, and reconnecting with yourself after motherhood.  We talk about why libido can fade in long-term relationships, the impact of stress and nervous system overload, and how emotional safety and communication play a powerful role.  Sarah shares practical, pressure-free ways to reconnect with your body, your pleasure, and your partner - reminding us that intimacy is something we can gently rebuild, at any stage. Connect with Sarah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libidoliberation/ [https://www.instagram.com/libidoliberation/]Where you can grab Sarah’s FREE Self-Havening Guide & Cycle Tracking Forms NOTE: March 2026 An Intimate Dialogue with Libido event sold out but if you’d like to hear about upcoming events, DM Sarah on Instagram. Write your own anonymous letter to your libido https://www.lettertomylibido.com/ [https://www.lettertomylibido.com/]For 100% raw, organic, Peruvian cacao https://www.instagram.com/jungleboogie_cacao/ [https://www.instagram.com/jungleboogie_cacao/] The Art of Self - Charmaine Marinkovich Follow: @theartofself_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/theartofself_podcast/] on IG Follow: @charmainemarinkovich [https://www.instagram.com/charmainemarinkovich/] on IG Follow: charmainemarinkovichportraits [https://www.facebook.com/charmainemarinkovichportraits] on FB Support the Podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich [https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich]

30: A Holistic Take on Menopause with Steve Jennings

Menopause is often talked about as something women just have to “get through”,  but what if that’s not the full story? In this episode, I’m joined by Steve Jennings from Jennings Holistic Health for an honest conversation about menopause, health, and what’s really happening beneath the symptoms. We talk about why some women struggle deeply during this stage of life while others seem to breeze through, and why menopause itself isn’t the root cause -  but often the trigger. Steve shares a holistic perspective shaped by decades of experience supporting women (and couples), and explains how stress, immune health, gut health, sleep, nutrition, and emotional load all play a role during this season. We also explore common myths, the role of HRT, how partners can better support women through this transition, and why your body isn’t broken - it’s communicating. This conversation is for women navigating menopause or perimenopause, and for partners who want to better understand what their loved one is experiencing. It’s grounded and focused on long-term wellbeing - not quick fixes. Connect with Steve Website: https://www.jenningshealthcoach.com/ [https://www.jenningshealthcoach.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nocompromisefitness [https://www.facebook.com/nocompromisefitness]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevejenningshealthcoach/ [https://www.instagram.com/stevejenningshealthcoach/] The Art of Self - Charmaine Marinkovich Follow: @theartofself_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/theartofself_podcast/] on IG Follow: @charmainemarinkovich [https://www.instagram.com/charmainemarinkovich/] on IG Follow: charmainemarinkovichportraits [https://www.facebook.com/charmainemarinkovichportraits] on FB Support the Podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich [https://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich]