The Studio Chat Podcast turns 3 today!

I can’t believe it’s been three years since I hit record on the very first episode. 138 episodes and over 7,000+ downloads later this podcast has reached people in 57 countries and that blows my mind. I just want to take a moment to say THANK YOU. Whether you’ve been here since day one or you’ve only just found this podcast, I appreciate you. Every listen, every message, and every share means the world to me.

So, to celebrate, I’m dropping this special bonus episode—one that I think will really hit home for a lot of you. We’re going to talk about some of the biggest struggles we all face:

• Worrying about what others think of us
• Seeking validation from others
• Why we do things we know aren’t good for us—but keep doing them anyway
• Why we repeat the same patterns over and over again
• Feeling stuck in life
• Feeling burnt out and overwhelmed
• Overthinking everything
• That mean little voice inside our head
• Feeling bored with life
• Constantly searching for a soulmate
• Struggling to connect with your teenager
• When your body feels like it’s working against you
• And even why you can’t sleep at night

This episode is packed with real talk and things I wish more people understood about themselves. So, grab a cuppa, take a deep breath, and let’s dive in.

If you would like to know more about my private practice or book a therapy appointment with me you can find me on:

Instagram: @self_care_studio

www.selfcarebybarbarathompson.com.au

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If you've ever felt trapped in the cycle of binge eating, struggled with your relationship with food, or battled with body image, this episode is for you.

I sit down with Nicole Gaviria—a former binge eater turned food freedom coach, body image specialist and registered therapist based in Christchurch, New Zealand. Nic knows firsthand what it’s like to struggle with food and body image, and because she couldn’t find the right support during her healing journey, she became the person she once needed.

Now, Nic helps women all over the world ditch the diet drama, break free from binge eating and embrace body acceptance. Her passion comes from lived experience and her mission is to empower women to heal their relationship with food and themselves without guilt, shame, or restriction.

In this honest and vulnerable conversation, we open up about our own journeys with food, where we are today, and practical tips to help you navigate your own path to food freedom and self love.

It’s time to let go of the rules, the guilt, and the constant battle with food—and step into a life of true freedom.

🎧 Tune in now! And if this episode resonates with you, let us know in the comments, rate this episode or please send us DM.

You can reach out to Nicole on:

Instagram @bingefreebestie

Website: https://www.bingefreebestie.com/home

Nic is hosting a free training on Sunday March 30th 2025 "Binge Eating Unlocked" a must attend for anyone struggling with food obsession, emotional eating or bingeing. Below is the link for the FREE training......

https://www.bingefreebestie.com/bu-registration

AND here is the link for Nicole's waitlist for her course officially opening Monday 31 March 2025:

https://www.bingefreebestie.com/buwbe-waitlist-2025

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In this episode we are diving deep into the transformative concepts of empowerment and self trust with Rachael Day, an empowerment coach who helps people unlock their true potential.

Rachael shares her personal journey and the story behind her passion for guiding others to step into their power. We explore what empowerment really means, how to overcome the self doubt and limiting beliefs that often hold us back, and the importance of trusting yourself in every decision you make.

We talk about real life barriers like people pleasing, fear and self sabotage and Rachael opens up about a time when she personally felt disempowered and how she overcame it. She also delves into the power of hypnosis - how it helped her and how she uses it today to help clients break free from mental blocks.

If you’ve ever second guessed yourself or felt disconnected from your inner power, this episode is packed with practical tools to shift your mindset and start trusting yourself more. Rachael offers a powerful mindset shift for those tough moments when you need a reminder of your strength.

Whether you’re feeling stuck or ready to take control of your life, this conversation is for you. Tune in and discover how you can step into your personal power with more confidence and trust.

If you want to reach out to Rachael you can find her on: Instagram:@empoweredexpansion

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Have you ever wondered how homeopathy could support your health and well-being naturally? In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Poole, aka The Wild Herb Lady, to dive into the fascinating world of homeopathy - what it is, how it works, and why you need it in your life. Kylie shares her story experiencing life with chronic eczema and depression and at one point in her life was suicidal and how homeopathy has literally changed her life.

We chat about:
✨ The basics of homeopathy and how it differs from conventional medicine
✨ How homeopathy can support emotional and physical health
✨ Everyday remedies you can start using now
✨ The power of natural healing and reconnecting with your body’s wisdom

Homeopathy is a 200 year old form of alternative holistic medicine. Based on the treatment theory of, "like cures like", the practice centres upon stimulating the body's own healing response and strengthening it's ability to heal itself through specially-prepared, highly-diluted preparations. These remedies are selected based on an individual's unique set of symptoms, as well as their specific affinity for states of ill-health, so whether they are experiencing things physically, mentally or emotionally.

​If you're curious about alternative healing or looking for gentle, effective ways to support your health, this episode is a must listen!

You can find Kylie and work with her 1:1 or in one of her many online courses here:

@wild.herb.lady

https://www.wildherblady.com

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In this episode we are diving deep into a topic that so many of us can relate to: breaking free from unavailable people, letting go of people pleasing, and embracing the joy of saying no.

And who better to explore this with than the incredible Natalie Lue. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in toxic relationship patterns, bending over backward to please others, or struggling to set boundaries, this episode is for you. Natalie is the author of Mr. Unavailable and the Fallback Girl, a book that completely changed the way I see relationships and emotional availability. It was actually one of the first books that got me investigating why we’re drawn to emotionally unavailable people and why we stay, even when we know it’s not serving us.

In this episode, we unpack why we get caught in these cycles, how to recognise when someone is emotionally unavailable, and most importantly, how to break free.

So, if you’ve ever felt like you’re always the one giving, waiting, or hoping for change, this is your sign to step into your power.

You can find Natalie here:

Instagram: @natlue

Website:www.baggagereclaim.com

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In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Geoghegan, an Ox*gen Breathwork Therapist, Hypnotherapist, and Fitness Coach, who masterfully blends science with soul. Now based in Wollongong, NSW Australia, Whitney opens up about her deeply personal journey, one of transformation, healing, and self discovery.

From grief and trauma to resilience and awakening, Whitney’s story began when she lost her dad just after her 14th birthday. Her search for meaning took her across Europe, Thailand, Bali, Byron Bay and The Gold Coast, as she faced her inner wounds, embraced deep healing and redefined her life.

💭 Do you ever feel like there has to be another way?
💭 Is your inner critic holding you back?
💭 Do you find yourself trying to fill a void, searching for happiness, or looking for answers?

If any of this resonates, this episode is for you. We dive into:
🔹 The power of inner work, self love, and spiritual awakening
🔹 Breaking free from body image struggles, body dysmorphia & eating disorders
🔹 Overcoming unhealthy relationships, domestic violence & depression
🔹 How breathwork and hypnotherapy can transform pain into purpose

A huge thank you to Whitney for sharing her story with such honesty and depth. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

✨ Connect with Whitney:
📲 Instagram: @whitney.geoghegan & @whitney.oxygenbreathmovement

🎧 Listen now & step into your own transformation.

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The Mind-Body Connection: Emotional Intelligence, Health, and Peak Performance using mind reports with Daniel Tolson

Daniel helps people to become better leaders and helps them to unleash new income levels. In this episode we highlight Daniel's use of Artificial Intelligence and Vocal Biomarker technology to analyse emotional intelligence.

The mind report is a science and looks at us kind of like an X-ray - it shows how we are programmed, who we are as emotional and spiritual beings and it looks at how we behave so we can make better decisions, this leads to better actions, which leads to better results with less mistakes.

In this episode we also help people to understand their mind-body connection to achieve peak performance in both their personal and professional lives. We also talk about what role emotional intelligence plays in the success of a business owner/ leader.

Daniel shares my mind report live in this episode. We look at my stress type, personality and chakras. I share these with you, so you have an idea od what a mind report is all about.

You can find Daniel Tolson on:
Instagram: @danieltolson
https://danieltolson.com

TW - This is mention of self harm in this episode.

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Seed Cycle Blend

Take charge of your hormone health. Use the code SELFCARESEEDS for your discount

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In this episode of The Studio Chat Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome back Nicole, The Intuitive Alchemist, who you may remember from episode 56. Nicole brings her wisdom and insight as we dive deep into all things spirituality, sharing what we’ve noticed in our own lives and exploring how to connect more meaningfully with ourselves.

Here’s what we cover:
🌟 The power of slowing down and paying attention to yourself and the world around you.
🌟 How to discover your unique spiritual gifts.
🌟 Past lives and soul connections: what they mean and how they shape us.
🌟 The magic of pulling cards for insight and guidance.

Plus, Nicole did a live card pull for me just before recording, and in this episode, she shares the incredible messages that came through.

You won’t want to miss this inspiring and heart-centered conversation!

Connect with Nicole:
Instagram: @the.palm.studio
Instagram: @the_intuitive.alchemist

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Seed Cycle Blend

Take charge of your hormone health. Use the code SELFCARESEEDS for your discount

https://seedcycleblend-au.com