The IMAGE Wellness Project

In this special episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project, Dominique is joined by NHS surgeon, bestselling author and TikTok science star Dr Karan Rajan. Together they explore some of wellness’ buzziest trends through the lens of medical science from gut health and metabolism to supplements, sleep, longevity and more.Curious if fermented foods actually boost your mood? Wondering whether creatine is just for bodybuilders? This is your evidence-based deep dive into health habits that truly work.Catch up on Season 3 of The IMAGE Wellness Project now wherever you get your podcasts.Huge thanks as always, to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project. 

What if the secret to feeling better - in your body, your mind, and your life - was something as simple as your breath?This week, Dominique McMullan speaks to Níall Ó’Murchú, breathwork expert, bestselling author and co-founder of The Blissful Breath Academy. In this soulful episode, Niall shares how breath can be a doorway to resilience, healing, and even joy… especially in a world that keeps us overwhelmed and disconnected.From panic attacks and burnout to spiritual growth, nature connection and everyday peace, this conversation is a reminder that the most powerful wellness tool we have… is already within us.New episodes drop every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts, and you can also watch them here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL08BJrU5lZz977AhDNpNdnieZrAye3hK9.Huge thanks to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project. 

This week on The IMAGE Wellness Project, Dominique is joined by Chris Connolly - also known as Get Better With Chris. Chris grew up in Fatima Mansions. He struggled with addiction, self-worth, and ended up in a psychosis fuelled by cocaine and alcohol during lockdown. That was his rock bottom, but it also marked the beginning of his rebuild.Since 2020, Chris has slowly pieced his life back together with help from professionals - reconnecting with himself, his family, and his beautiful daughter Lucy. His journey is one of resilience, deep self-reflection, and hard-won transformation.In this moving conversation, Chris opens up about what addiction really looks like, what helped him come back to himself, and why honesty, and showing up exactly as you are, are the most important tools for change.It’s a story about what happens when you finally stop running from yourself, and start running for something greater.Huge thanks to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project.

Freediver Claire Walsh has been to the depths, both underwater and within herself. In this powerful episode, she sits down with Dominique to talk about the journey from living a life she thought she should want, to building a life that truly fits. They dive into grief, body image, fear as a shape-shifter, and the quiet strength it takes to surrender when things don’t go as planned. Claire’s story is one of courage, resilience and deep trust in the body, in the process, and in the unknown.The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Activia @activiauk and Irish Life Health @irishlifehealth 

In this special live episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project, recorded at WellFest, host Dominique McMullan is joined by Ella Mills - founder of Deliciously Ella - for an honest conversation about wellness that's rooted in real life. From navigating burnout to building a business, from motherhood to mindset, Ella shares the rituals and reflections that have helped her stay grounded. Together they unpack how the wellness space has evolved, how to set boundaries with compassion, and why small acts of care matter most. This is a calming, inspiring listen for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the noise, and ready to reconnect with what really feels good.Huge thanks to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project. 

Dominique McMullan sat down with Brian Pennie - neuroscientist, PhD, author, speaker, star of RTE’s “Hooked” and former heroin addict turned mindset expert - for a conversation about transformation…not just in the external sense, but on a deep, internal level.His story is about more than overcoming addiction; it’s about waking up to life, breaking free from unconscious patterns, and learning how to truly live. In this chat, he explains how to step out of that mental hamster wheel and into a state of stillness, presence, and genuine aliveness. Dominique and Brian dove into everything from the real meaning of resilience, to why we don’t have ‘problems’, we have ‘thinking problems’, and how to break free from patterns that keep us stuck.Brian’s insights will stay with you long after you press pause.Huge thanks to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project.

With WellFest taking place this weekend, Dominique McMullan - IMAGE Media’s Editorial Director - managed to sneak in chats with some of this year’s headliners, including Sarah King (Head Of WellFest), Jennifer Rock (aka The Skin Nerd), TV Chef Erica Drum and Loretta Dignam, Founder of The Menopause Hub.If you’re heading to the festival, you can think of this episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project as your ultimate bucket‑list planner. You’ll hear what’s new this year, the acts not to miss, and all the essential insider tips to make the most of the weekend. If you can’t make it in person this year, don’t worry, we’ve still got you covered, this episode is like a mini WellFest all in itself - packed with tips, insights and real talk from the pros. Erica Drum shares family‑friendly recipes that are quick, nutritious, and delicious. Loretta Dignam busts some stubborn menopause myths and Jennifer Rock, aka “The Skin Nerd,” tells us how she’s stayed so resilient throughout a year filled with personal highs and lows. The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Activia and Irish Life Health.

In this episode of The Wellness Project, we are joined by the inspiring Deirdre O’Neill, a dual-qualified lawyer with a master’s in Medical Law from King’s College London and the co-founder of Hertility Health. Hertility is revolutionising women’s reproductive health by offering accessible, at-home testing kits that provide critical insights into fertility and hormonal health.Deirdre shares her journey to founding this pioneering company, why women’s health has been overlooked for so long, and the vital importance of taking control of our wellbeing through knowledge of our reproductive health. We also explore how Hertility’s innovative services are empowering women and discuss the larger systemic issues in medical research and healthcare representation for women. We can't wait to hear what you think. Irish Life Health members can now access Hertility’s at-home test kit and get advanced insights into hormonal imbalances, including your ovarian egg reserve as well as be screened for up to 18 conditions that can impact reproductive health. In as little as ten days you will receive your Doctor-written report explaining your results with suggested next steps for any follow up care you may need. Access the Female Fertility Assessment and Consultation through your Irish Life Health online account for more information. The Irish Life Health Female Fertility Assessment and Consultation benefit is available on selected hospital plans from 1st October 2024 and on all hospital plans from 1st November 2024. Terms and conditions apply. See your table of cover and membership handbook for details. Irish Life Health dac is regulated by Central Bank of Ireland.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

In this episode of The Wellness Project, we welcome Dr. Caroline West - sex educator, podcaster, columnist, and author—for an insightful conversation on sexual wellness. At The Wellness Project, we think holistically about wellness, and all the areas of your life that impact your wellbeing. Sexual well-being is a vital yet often overlooked piece of the wellness puzzle. In this episode, Dr. West and Dominique unpack what sexual wellness truly means today, how it impacts other areas of life, and why it’s time to shed the shame and stigma that still surround conversations about sex. We can't wait to hear what you think.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.