You Look Happier

What would life look like if you couldn't eat?In this powerful episode of You Look Happier, I sit down with Steph McNaney, who has been living with gastroparesis and intestinal failure and has not eaten food for nearly three years.Steph shares the reality of living with a life-altering invisible illness, the challenges of receiving a diagnosis, the physical and emotional impact of losing something most of us take for granted, and how she has navigated grief, resilience and hope throughout her journey.We talk openly about chronic illness, identity, mental health, relationships, and what it truly means to keep moving forward when life doesn't go as planned.This is an honest, inspiring and eye-opening conversation that will leave you with a new perspective on the everyday things many of us take for granted.⚠️ This episode contains discussions around chronic illness, medical treatment and mental health.https://www.instagram.com/thenogutsallglorystory/

This week on the You Look Happier Podcast, I’m joined by Ria Burgoine, founder of Mamas Mindfulness. 🤍Ria runs a range of luxury parenting groups, including stay and play sessions, baby massage, music and movement classes, and supportive spaces for mums to connect and feel less alone in motherhood.In this honest and inspiring conversation, Ria shares her experience of being diagnosed with both ADHD and autism at the age of 40. We talk about what led her to seek a diagnosis, how it has helped her better understand herself, the challenges she faces day-to-day, and how ADHD and autism impact her life, relationships, parenting, and business.Ria also opens up about the medication she has been prescribed, her experience of navigating treatment, and what life looks like now with a greater understanding of how her brain works.Links:https://www.instagram.com/mamasmindfulness/https://www.problemshared.net/

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about cancer, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, illness, and the emotional impact of a life-changing diagnosis.At just 31 years old, Niamh's world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with cancer. As a mum to two young children, she suddenly found herself facing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, losing her hair, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with a diagnosis no one ever expects to hear.In this powerful and emotional episode of You Look Happier, Niamh shares the reality of life during treatment, the fears she faced, the impact cancer had on her family, and how she found the strength to keep moving forward during the darkest moments of her life.Niamh's honesty and determination will inspire anyone facing their own challenges and remind us all of the importance of appreciating the life we have.Links:https://breastcancernow.org -  The UK's leading breast cancer charity, funding research and providing support services, helplines, groups, and information for patients and families.https://coppafeel.org – A breast cancer awareness charity focused on encouraging people, especially younger adults, to check their chests regularly and spot symptoms early.

In this powerful returning episode, Rachael Carroll opens up about hitting rock bottom, battling addiction, losing herself completely and the moment she realised something had to change.Since first appearing on the podcast, Rachael’s life has transformed. She is now sober, has lost 8 stone, rebuilt her confidence and completed her very first full marathon!Trigger warning: this episode contains conversations around addiction, mental health and difficult life experiences.This episode of You Look Happier is sponsored by La Pooch Parlour Dog Grooming. https://www.instagram.com/lapoochparlour_coventry/Links:Go Fund Me Page: https://gofund.me/fcd8fac07https://www.instagram.com/rachealcarroll?igsh=ZHJlMDhuejI2MTNi&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@rachealrebuilt?_r=1&_t=ZN-96TJjbHwS18

In this episode of You Look Happier, Ellie is joined by professional boxer Brad Goldsmith for a raw and honest conversation about sacrifice, pressure, and what it really takes to chase a dream.Brad opens up about making the life-changing decision to walk away from his apprenticeship to give boxing absolutely everything, despite the uncertainty that came with it. We talk about the fear of taking risks, the mindset needed to keep going when things get tough, and the reality behind life as a fighter outside of the ring.This episode is proudly sponsored by The Boxing Lab - Coventryhttps://www.instagram.com/the_boxing_lab_/https://www.theboxinglab.uk/

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around prison, trauma, mental health, and difficult life experiences that some listeners may find distressing.In this powerful episode of You Look Happier, I’m joined by Danneka Fivey, who opens up about her time in prison and the reality of what that experience was truly like.Danneka shares the moments that led her there, the emotional impact it had on her, and what it feels like to hit rock bottom. This isn’t just a story about prison, it’s about what happened to Danneka afterwards.We talk about how she made the decision to change, how she got her head down, educated herself, and rebuilt her life from the inside out. From prison to becoming a qualified personal trainer, her story is one of resilience, discipline, and transformation.This is a raw, honest conversation about accountability, growth, and proving that your past doesn’t have to define your future!If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or like you’ve gone too far to come back from — this episode is for you.Links - https://www.instagram.com/fivestarfitness2/