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The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast

The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast

By Sharon Fitzmaurice

The human spirit faces many challenges on a daily basis and somewhere from the depths of our pain, despair or loss we find the courage to continue. This podcast celebrates the resilience of our guests and how they find joy in their lives. It tells the stories of the unsung heroes in our communities that reach out to the world with their compassion and support.
Welcome and thank you for listening to my podcast, after years of trauma in my own life, I found tools and techniques that helped me heal on all levels, I am now helping others in my own practise.
www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
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Journey with Brigid

Journey with Brigid

Guided visualisation to connect with Goddess Brigid for healing, inspiration and wisdom.

Guided by Sharon Fitzmaurice

Jan 31, 202429:50
Creating lasting changes in your life & business with Feng Shui with Patricia Lohan

Creating lasting changes in your life & business with Feng Shui with Patricia Lohan

What a passionate guest this week, Patricia Lohan - Feng Shui expert, speaker & author was born and bred in Galway in the West of Ireland and is now living her dream travelling and working all over the world. Patricia is the creator of Powerhouse Feng Shui and Author of 'The Happy Home - A guide to creating a happy, healthy, wealthy life and become a business powerhouse using Feng Shui'. Patricia helps people all over the globe to embrace Feng Shui which creates lasting changes within your life, relationships, business and home. Patricia has featured in media all around the world and her passion is helping others to live better and fuller lives. You can find her on www.patricialohan.com or on Instagram or join her Free community group on Facebook In this episode we spoke about Where it all started The passion of creating the life you want Finding true love Creating changes can help bring flow and movement into your life. How colour can help or hinder us Your home has a personality too! Time to clear our the knicker drawer A fun filled and informative chat with Patricia today, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Until next time. www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
Jul 26, 202355:55
Nourish your mind and body during Perimenopause with Jennifer Woodward

Nourish your mind and body during Perimenopause with Jennifer Woodward

Episode 101 and my wonderful guest is Jennifer Woodward who holds a Masters of Science in Integrated Nutrition and is a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, She is also a board certified Functional Wellness Coach. Jennifer is the Executive Director of the Association of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Professionals, where She is mentored by Reed Davis - another of my former guests. Jennifer is the creator of the acclaimed FDN Business School and She loves helping new FDNs thrive professionally. She also completed a 3 month long internship with Dr. Kryin Dunston getting hands on training in women's hormones. In this episode we spoke about What is perimenopause and the hallmark symptoms Mood disturbances -heightened anxiety & depression Nutrition & re-balancing your mind and body Mineral deficiencies & tracking your food intake Role of estrogen & progesterone in our bodies Essential proteins Weight issues & how to stop cravings Are you running on an empty tank? Practical & Actionable steps to self-care What lessons can we learn from our great-great-great Grandmothers? Download Jennifer's free guide to 3 recipes for balancing core hormones through her website www.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram & Facebook To contact Sharon Fitzmaurice please go to www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
Jul 12, 202354:45
Building strong relationships with yourself & others with Nicolas Rion
Jul 05, 202358:06
How to work with your dreams to achieve your life vision with Machiel Klerk

How to work with your dreams to achieve your life vision with Machiel Klerk

Episode 99 and my guest today is Machiel Klerk, author of Dream Guidance, connecting to the soul through dream incubation.
Machiel is the founder of the organisation Jung Platform which focuses on providing quality programs for personal development from a soul-centred perspective. He is an internationally recognised and gifted dream-worker and also a mental health therapist, speaker and author.
You can check out more of Machiel's work through his website
www.machielklerk.com
In this episode we spoke about

Learning from local cultures and traditions
Our dream world is just as important as our waking world
We all have gifts to share
Creating a sense of curiosity
Our dreams help us become unstuck and offer us support
Healing through our dreams
Listening to your soul's guidance
Remembering the joy of life
Guidance and Wisdom is always available
How a dream became a life vision

You can connect to Machiel on Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

To connect to Sharon please go to her website www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
Jun 28, 202350:04
Finding what's missing within myself with Ryan McDaid

Finding what's missing within myself with Ryan McDaid

Episode 98 and my guest is Ryan McDaid - creator and host of The Infinite Creators Podcast. Ryan grew up in a small rural town in Ireland, feeling insecure and caring what others thought. Unsure how to love himself and being part of generational trauma put Ryan on a path of seeking external validation.
He found success in business only to realise he was poorer and still unable to find happiness, this sent Ryan on an internal journey that led to connecting to his true self. He found peace, joy, happiness, direction and love - something that was and is always there. Follow Ryan over on Instagram
In this episode we spoke about

What we believe brings us happiness
Soul connection
Allowing space to be curious
Seeking validation
Supressing our shadow
Claiming your power
Owning your truth within the darkness
Plant medicine and seeing our infinite potential
Trusting the process
Acknowledging the transformations
Priorities
Jun 08, 202344:34
Life before, during and after cancer with Natasha Whelehan

Life before, during and after cancer with Natasha Whelehan

Episode 97 and my guest is Natasha Whelehan - a life and career coach for cancer survivors. Prior to becoming a coach and setting up her own practice, she worked for over 10 years as a corporate recruiter plus did a stint in HR in Australia and Northern Ireland.
In 2017 Natasha was diagnosed with breast cancer as a young Mum to 2 kids (4 and 17 months at the time) she was just 39. Her treatment plan included 3 surgeries, chemo and 6 weeks of radiotherapy. Natasha's cancer was hormone driver so she is currently on hormone therapy and will continue to take these drugs for another 5 years.
Natasha has experienced first hand the emotional and physical impact of a cancer diagnosis and is passionate about supporting her clients in their journey as they navigate life after cancer.
She works with cancer survivors in a number of ways through general life coaching supporting clients as they discover what is important to them now, what they want to bring forward in to their life after cancer and what they want to leave behind.
She supports clients as they create a vision for their life after cancer and help them put in place actionable steps towards this 'new normal'.
Career coaching draws on her extensive experience as a recruiter and can include job search, managing work boundaries, interview preparation right through to supporting someone as they step towards recovery.
Natasha is offering a Summer special 90 minute focused coaching session for just 50 euro for the month of June.
In this episode we spoke about the impact and ripple effect of cancer and its treatment. Listening to your body. How it effects you, your life, your relationships and the support you need whilst going through it. Natasha shared how her values changed during and after the treatment and how she followed her passion and is now helping others in her coaching practice. She really shares the real life issues of surviving cancer and that is does get messy but you can get through it.

You can find out more to Natasha on
www.natashawhelehan.com or follow her on Instagram @natasha_coachingafter.cancer
May 31, 202358:38
Holding a mirror up to the parts of ourselves we have become so good at hiding with Rob Dudgeon

Holding a mirror up to the parts of ourselves we have become so good at hiding with Rob Dudgeon

Episode 96 and my guest this week is Rob Dudgeon. A personal trainer, mental health and wellbeing coach living in Dublin but haling from Galway. His passion for wellbeing stemmed from his own painful struggles and adversity for over 3 decades. His purpose is now to use his experiences and education to help others. In this episode we spoke about Childhood experiences & learned behaviours Struggling with life Being a product of your environment The simple goals can still be hard when struggling with anxiety New love and old patterns Self-Reflection and Choices No-one is coming to save you Holding a mirror up to yourself Finding tools that help you Looking at your lifestyle for realistic progress Self-Compassion & Somatic practices Feeling safe within yourself Showing up for yourself & others You can connect to Rob through Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rob.wellbeingcoach/ To connect to Sharon Fitzmaurice please go to https:www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com - Join her online holistic healing online community
May 24, 202351:13
The joys & struggles of parenting with Cathy O'Byrne

The joys & struggles of parenting with Cathy O'Byrne

Episode 95 and my guest this week is Cathy O'Byrne who is an experienced and accredited Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and Play Therapist, now specialising in Compassionate and Empowering Parent Support. Cathy has worked as a primary school teacher, trainer and facilitator and psychotherapist in various settings. She works from a systemic integrative and humanistic perspective, using creative approaches to resource and empower parents towards great awareness, confidence, knowledge and presence in their parenting. Cathy has designed and delivered training and workshops for primary and secondary school communities as trauma informed ways of teaching, relating to and supporting young people who have experienced trauma and childhood adversity. Cathy advocates very strongly for the power of the relationship when working with young people and their families. She also lectures part-time on the Masters of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy and Play Therapy at Children's Centre in Limerick. In this episode we spoke about Feeling the feelings Real life parenting Children mirror us Stay connected to your values Anxiety & emotional overwhelm as a parent Having a support network Having compassion for yourself Being honest with yourself & your children Quality time Parenting Pods - sharing and supporting Triggers & Fears Well-being & emotional awareness The power of acceptance You can connect to Cathy through her website www.theswallowstrail.com Follow her on Instagram Facebook & LinkedIn
May 10, 202301:08:57
My mental health & Me

My mental health & Me

This is a recording of a live talk I did online as part of Mental Health Awareness Month.
May 03, 202338:32
Creating opportunities with Damien Quinn

Creating opportunities with Damien Quinn

Episode 93 and my guest this week is Damien Quinn -founder of Speire Nua which means New Horizon. It was a college idea that challenged a personal problem area for Damien as he had struggled with addiction issues and criminality which led to imprisonment. Most people see prison as a really tough time but Damien saw it as an opportunity to reassess his life, to set goals, get educated and job ready. On his release Damien found that all his effort to change went largely invalidated and the historical convictions outweighed all of the progress he had made. Damien is now growing a peer mentor network and supporting people to gain a foothold in society. He also works for Galway Rural Development as Co-ordinator and Community Education and Ability Officer. He has also been nominated by Galway Council for Social Enterprise of the year For the All Ireland Community & Council awards. In this episode we spoke about Life events that affect on your life path. Taking responsibility Awareness of consequences Access to information & support for young people Being a Father in prison and hope for the future Starting again & Expectations Being accountable to others Building momentum in life, education and relationships Support & Validation The incentive to change Being the change we want to see in the world Aligning your passion and purpose. Networking & Connections To connect to Damien go to speirenua.org Facebook LinkedIn You can also connect to Sharon through www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
Apr 19, 202346:22
Living & Thriving with a learning disability with Michelle Steiner

Living & Thriving with a learning disability with Michelle Steiner

Episode 92 and my guest this week is Michelle Steiner from Pennsylvania who lives with an invisible disability. She is a published author, a paraeducator working with school kids with disabilities, she is married and has two cats. Her articles are published in The Mighty, Project Dyscalculia Blog, The Reluctant Spoonie, Imagine the World as One magazine and Word Gathering, She is also a fabulous photographer and her photos are featured in Word Gathering and Independent and Work Ready. In this episode we spoke about Explaining Dyscalculia How we and others view our differences Being diagnosed and receiving support Social acceptance -exclusion & inclusion Self-doubt & encouragement Stepping into your strengths Creativity is freedom of expression Developing trust & focus Being comfortable in yourself Learning to find solutions Celebrating your achievements Loving who you are & Finding Happiness You can connect to Michelle on Instagram Facebook or check out her blog Michelle's Mission To connect to Sharon go to www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com JOIN our online holistic healing & happiness community
Apr 12, 202344:49
Restoring Soul Harmony

Restoring Soul Harmony

Episode 91 and my guest this week is Clare Mansfield who currently works as a Primary School Principal & Teacher. She is passionate about writing, teaching and helping others. Her first book " Away with the Fairies - A Fairy's Guide to True Love" was published by Seaburn Books in October 2013 Forthcoming publication this year "Flowering" and She is currently working on "Revelations - How to Receive the Gift of Life" - her purpose & vision for this book is that it helps, encourages, supports and inspires those on difficult path of infertility towards a new path fresh with new possibilities and ideas. She is also a qualified Personal & Business Life Coach and a Holistic Therapist. Clare runs regular Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) Practitioner Training Days and "How to Read the Akashic Records" workshops for adults in Glosna House Holistic Centre Her proudest achievement has been becoming a Mum to her precious twin daughters Zoe and Lily and their little sister Isabella. She is happily married to Shane and they all live together in the beautiful countryside in County Carlow. In this episode we spoke about Nurturing your passions Prioritising wellbeing in education Awareness in listening Creating time and space to allow for creative flow You are never too old to learn something new about yourself Recognition, Understanding & Compassion Accessing messages of love and support The Soul's Truth Choice & Perspective Following your intuition even through your challenges - Clare speaks openly about her infertility journey Helping others to make a choice of empowerment Stress & supporting yourself Integrated Energy Therapy The art of allowing Giving hope & encouragement to others by sharing your experiences Opening your mind and exploring other options Restorative practise - how to restore harmony You can find Clare through Facebook & LinkedIn To contact Sharon directly www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
Apr 05, 202301:05:31
Small changes create huge benefits with Janine van Someren PhD
Mar 29, 202354:14
Re-training your focus with Lynn Monaghan
Mar 23, 202301:00:44
Building a future to be proud of with Katie Graden Spence

Building a future to be proud of with Katie Graden Spence

Episode 88 and my guest this week may be only 22 years old, but Katie Graden Spence shares an amazing story of resilience and overcoming adversity in her young life. Growing up her foundation was shaky and through the belief of being abandoned by her birth Dad, she took on the belief that it was her fault. This led to severe anxiety and in turn attempting to take her own life. Katie's story is very powerful in that She is the voice of many young people and how they sometimes feel they have to live up to the expectations not just of others, but of themselves.  Katie has an amazing future ahead of her as she is now focusing on becoming a clinical psychologist so that she can help others just like her. She is a Master's student in Psychological Science at Queen's University and Service Coordinator for the Eating Disorders Association Northern Ireland.  She is engaged to Jordan and they are planning their wedding for July 2025, we wish them both the very best of happiness in their future together.  You can follow Katie on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. To connect to Sharon Fitzmaurice - please go to her website www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com or join her online community for monthly connection. 
Mar 16, 202350:14
Find yourself, find your purpose with Serena Foster

Find yourself, find your purpose with Serena Foster

Episode 87 and my guest this week is Serena Foster is the CEO and founder of Goddess International, a company that empowers women to find the true power within themselves.  After being a VP in the corporate world for over 10 years, Serena realised She had lost herself in the process of this little thing called life. Following a long journey of self-discovery, She realised she was incredibly passionate about helping others who feel just as lost as She was.  When She is not playing CEO you can find her somewhere out in nature with her two incredible boys, creating some kind of wild adventure together. We spoke about You can have more than one dream, but what is your dream now? Following the expectations of others Falling into playing a role  Responsibilities or Burdens? Pushing yourself to the limits Burnout Self-discovery Work does not have to equal hard! Communication & Listening  Losing our identity - who are you now? Sharing our experiences to help others  Are you defensive or in denial? Mind -body connection  Are you finding joy in what you are doing? Re-framing your mindset  Gratitude Meditation & Intuition  Journaling & Awareness Self-Talk Investing in yourself  You can find more about Serena or connect to her through her website www.goddessinternational.co  She offers 1:1 coaching so you can gain a clear vision on how to achieve everything you want in life.  Serena also has a Find Your Purpose Workbook to help you get started.  Find her on Social media - Facebook Instagram Podcast You can connect to Sharon Fitzmaurice through her website https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com 
Mar 09, 202354:51
Charge yourself up with Doug Gordon

Charge yourself up with Doug Gordon

Episode 86 and my guest this week is Doug Gordon a 5x award winning international speaker, coach, consultant, trainer, radio presenter, healer, author and Tedx  speaker. Doug spent 21 years in the investment world as an investment sales head for some of the largest fund managers in the world. in 2008 when markets fell, Doug suffered from stress and at the end of 2009 he had two surgical operations that went wrong, after 3 years of chronic pain, he got Nora virus and was rushed to hospital and had a near death experience, since then he has become a master teacher of Reiki, Seichem, Bio energy healing, magnified and quantum healing.  He also has many years successfully on the business side helping thousands of individuals and companies in performance, mindset, communication skills, presentation skills, pitching, deal making, negotiating skills, relationship building skills, sales and marketing skills, media training, interview training plus has a massive network of investors as he is a certified fund manager and investment advisor.  Doug has training programs, online courses and coaching programs on workplace wellness, energy optimisation, relationships, trauma healing, physical, mental and emotional healing programs. His new book CHARGE YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS - energising your life, work & relationships is available to BUY NOW on Amazon  In this episode we spoke about  What drives you Wake up call Signs from the Universe Finding a new path  Helping people to connect to their heart self Giving without reward The joy of connection  How our messes become messages Reframing trauma through a spiritual perspective Creating new patterns through awareness, focus and discipline Allowing yourself to Receive Everything is energy  You are worthy  You can follow Doug on Instagram Facebook LinkedIn  Check out his website Body Health and Soul - Healer in Dublin, Reiki, Energy healing, Life coach Listen to his TEDx talk  To connect to Sharon join her over on Instagram Facebook or LinkedIn  Come join her online community for monthly meditations and guest speakers
Mar 01, 202353:24
Helping your child through life's ups and downs with Niamh Doyle

Helping your child through life's ups and downs with Niamh Doyle

My guest this week is Niamh Doyle, a primary school teacher, author & parent.  Through her own parenting journey Niamh has become more aware of her own mindset and in turn has learned, studied and developed a wellbeing practice to help herself, her own children and now shares it in her new book Mighty Mindsets - how mindsets can help your child with life's ups and downs - published by Little Island, which will be released on April 20th 2023 and launched in Charlie Byrne's Bookshop in Galway city on May 5th at 6pm. Niamh offers wellbeing workshops online and in person, covering topics such as mindfulness practices to help anxiety, building resilience, the value of gratitude, emotional literacy, breathing techniques to help calm the mind and body, which are also covered in her new book  The book can be pre-ordered through Kennys.ie Amazon.co.uk Bookdepository.com In this episode we spoke about The basic needs of our children Building awareness Holding space for ourselves as parents & teachers  Acknowledging how we feel & listening skills Growing and learning with our children  Conforming & Expectations Compassion  Learning everyday You can contact Niamh on niamhdoylewriter@gmail.com  Instagram Twitter Facebook
Feb 22, 202359:53
A light in the dark with Jenn Crole

A light in the dark with Jenn Crole

Episode 84 and my guest this week is Jenn Crole. From an early age Jenn recalls communing with nature, the elements, The Unicorn and Faery realms. She has also experienced a few visitations with Jesus. At 8 years old her Papa passed away. She began to communicate with him right after his transition, this led the way to today where Jenn as a Psychic-Medium connects with loved ones in spirit and channels through guidance and messages for her clients. Psychic Starlite was born after years of dealing with depression from her bed which she most often retreated to, wanting to disappear from the pain of being, a little spark grew and called her to shine. Jenn Crole - Psychic Starlite offers a variety of services with the intention to uplift, enlighten and empower. Every session is a unique experience where Jenn will tune in as a Psychic-Medium, Seer, Channel and Mentor to offer her local and international clients tools and guidance to carry on through their journey. Jenn is a lover and seeker of beauty and joy. A few years ago she began an incredible van life journey with her Partner and their Chihuahuas. Jenn is also Tarot Reader, Yogi and Astrologer. A gypsy soul who is ever curious, devoted to self awareness, wellness and discovery. Jenn is currently working on her first book: Natural Intelligence. Encompassing our natural connection to all things. Recalling our abilities to connect intuitively, telepathically and holistically. Jenn can be found on Instagram at:https://instagram.com/jenncrole_psychicstarlite?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY= And her new website:http://jenncrole-psychic-starlite.square.site/
Feb 15, 202301:00:03
Finding your Path with Tony Christie

Finding your Path with Tony Christie

Episode 83 and my guest this week is Tony Christie who is an author, artist, inspirational speaker, spiritual healer, labyrinth designer, consultant and workshop facilitator from Co. Cork in Ireland. Tony has been working with the labyrinth for over 12 years and teaches how it is a symbol of oneness, interconnectedness of all existence and as a symbol of each of us. He works with the labyrinth as a healing tool and a safe space to explore your journey in life.  In this episode we spoke about What is a labyrinth? Connecting to your own centre Creativity and insights into where you are right now Self-Awareness Fears of taking the next step can help you move on Perspective & Reassessing ourselves and our lives Energy has no bounds - how connected we all can be Creating change Gratitude Tony founded Labyrinth Ireland in 2005 to raise awareness and the use of the labyrinth as a tool for personal and spiritual growth. In 2012 he published his Labyrinth Wisdom Cards - a deck of 48 guidance and inspirational cards based on symbolism in the labyrinth that reflects aspects of your journey in life. Tony runs workshops in many countries and speaks at events and conferences. Tony is running online and in person workshops & training - more details on his website.  Check him out on https://www.tonymchristie.com and connect to him on Instagram & Facebook   To connect to Sharon directly go to www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
Feb 09, 202359:42
Soul Vibrations with Zachariah Grace

Soul Vibrations with Zachariah Grace

Episode 82 and my guest this week is Zachariah Grace - a musician, sound healer and Reiki Master/Teacher from Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is the founder and owner of Southwest School of Reiki and has also been practising massage therapy since 2012 and now teaches it.  Zachariah is also a recording artist, sharing his album Walking Home, his 30 minute EP single -Sacred Waters and single Shaman with the world through all major streaming platforms. He does sound healing events with his Reiki infused flute sounds all over the US and has become known all over the world for this.  You can find his music under Zachariah Grace on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music  Such a soulful conversation this week In this episode we spoke about  Allowing our soul & intuition to guide us Listening to our energy How music helps us to be present & connect to our heart How Reiki gave Zachariah a connection to his Mother who passed when he was 8 years old Soul contracts & life lessons Becoming a young parent Compassion through lived experiences Identifying with the stories of our past trauma  Being a channel for love & healing  Learning to trust yourself and letting it all flow  Zachariah is offering a Live Virtual Distant Healing session through Zoom on the 19th February - check it out! You can connect with Zachariah through his website www.zachthereikiguy.com TIKTOK  Instagram You Tube  To contact Sharon directly go to https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com

Feb 01, 202301:00:41
Rebuilding your life with Helen Kelly

Rebuilding your life with Helen Kelly

Helen Kelly is an African Reflexologist living in Roscam, Galway in the West of Ireland. She is many things in life, including being a mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, grand aunt, dog and horse lover. She is genuine, practical, down to earth, empathic, friendly, funny, kind and sometimes a bit mad! She describes her life so far using the analogy of the ‘Game of Jenga’, which involves building a tower from wooden bricks. The object of the game is to take away one brick at a time, trying to avoid the tower collapsing. She says the tower - her life, had a rocky foundation from an early age. There were many times she fell apart as bricks were withdrawn, leaving her feeling shaky and frightened until her early twenties, when her ability to keep going completely collapsed like the tower. She has rebuilt the tower many times, balancing the good times with the not so good. Having experienced negative emotions such as chronic anxiety, severe depression, loneliness, loss, deep trauma and grief along the way. This is the first time She has shared her story publicly and I am honoured to be a part of her wonderful journey.  In this episode we spoke about: Acknowledging and Understanding Trauma Self-Awareness & Compassion Loss & Grief Healing Therapies & Reconnection to your authentic self The power of belief & trust You can follow & connect to Helen - Roscam Reflexology through Instagram & Facebook  To connect to Sharon directly please go to her website www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com or follow her on Instagram or Facebook 
Jan 25, 202301:01:35
The Shaman's Journey with Aldo Jordan

The Shaman's Journey with Aldo Jordan

Aldo Jordan is the founder of the Irish School of Shamanic Studies and works as the main teacher with the school. With many years of practicing Shamanism, Aldo carries out one to one Shamanic healing sessions, land healing, sacred site Spiritual tours and talks on Shamanic practices. In this episode we spoke about  What is a Shaman? Ancient sites and their significance Our connection to ourselves and our environment Grounding & its benefits Losing parts of ourselves through trauma Addiction & Near Death Experiences Aldo is a Brazilian Guarani healing teacher through the Ama Deus healing traditions of the Amazon and a 3rd generation core Shamanic teacher. My ancestry here in the west coast of Ireland can be traced back at least 900 years within a ten mile radius of where I live in Castlebar, Co Mayo, with a family tradition of healers, musicans and storytellers within my ancestral line. The Irish School of Shamanic Studies has been in operation for six years and has 80 students in training at any given time. Aldo's teachings are very much based on core Shamanism, spearheaded by our ancient Celtic and pre-Celtic traditions. www.irishshamanschool.ie Connect to Aldo on Instagram Facebook  If you like this episode please do share on your social media and tag me or Aldo or just share with your friends and family. Thank you for subscribing and your support.  If you would like to contact Sharon Fitzmaurice directly please go to www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com or connect on Instgram Facebook 
Jan 18, 202355:27
Growing with Grief with Jessica Kenny

Growing with Grief with Jessica Kenny

Jessica is the proud owner of two successful businesses - as a beauty therapist and most recently as a wellness coach. In August 2020, Jessica's partner of 7 years died suddenly in a workplace accident turning her world upside down. Since then she has overcame many obstacles and now uses those lessons to help others. Acceptance and awareness are now a part of her everyday life and she endeavours to use their shared memories to fuel her future. We spoke about  Grief & Life After Loss Healing & Coping Methods Self-Awareness, Peace & Acceptance Signs & Connection with our loved ones in Spirit Reiki & Bio-energy therapy  Solo Travel - solo living in general You can find Jessica on Instagram and learn more about her work  If you are trying to cope with grief and struggling please Text HELLO to 50808. Anonymous 24/7. Text support line. www.text50808.ie
Jan 12, 202301:02:17
Asking for what you need with Suzanne Culberg
Dec 08, 202259:36
Life after Loss with Donna Kendrick

Life after Loss with Donna Kendrick

It's something we all have to face, but don't want to think about, don't mind have to navigate. My guest today Donna Kendrick had to face the loss of her husband Greg in November 2015 leaving her as a single parent. During her time grieving, Donna had to take control of her family's finances in order to keep life consistent for her and her kids. As a result, Donna found a new passion and has made it her life's work to help other widows and widowers navigate the first days, weeks and months of widowhood. We talk about how a sudden passing affects you personally, your children and how community support is so important in the days that follow.  Moving on Setting goals Giving back  Author of A Guide to Widowhood - Navigating the first three years, Donna has shared her experiences, skills and wisdom to help others on their journey of life after loss in her book.  Donna also hosts the Widow, Wisdom and Health Podcast and is the owner of Sephton Financial - helping families in transition.  You can find more on Donna's incredible work through her website www.widow-wisdom.com or through FACEBOOK & Instagram
Nov 24, 202247:06
Conscious Emotional Transformation with Dr. Lisa Turner

Conscious Emotional Transformation with Dr. Lisa Turner

Episode 76 and my guest Dr. Lisa Turner shares with us her story of gaining her freedom after being groomed, enchanted and manipulated by her coercive teacher when She was only 12 years old. After breaking free from the grips of her abuser, Lisa reclaimed her life mentally, emotionally and spiritually.  LIsa created a powerful healing technology called Conscious Emotional Transformation or CET that unites science and spirituality.  A 5-time author, one of which 'I loved a paedophile' is currently being adapted for film. Her book CET yourself free is an international bestseller and she even has another new book coming soon!  Lisa offers many FREE resources through her website in which you can also find out more about her work, take some of her free assessments and read her amazing blogs.  Follow Lisa on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or over on TikTok  To contact Sharon directly please go to her website where you can find out more of her work and even join our holistic healing & happiness community 
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Liberating yourself with Saralee Cassidy

Liberating yourself with Saralee Cassidy

Episode 71 and my guest Saralee Cassidy shares with us how her own journey led her to rebel against societal beliefs and liberated herself by being true to herself. She now works with clients and groups to help give them the freedom to be their most authentic selves.  A beautiful lady and a beautiful conversation.  Saralee Cassidy has been practicing and teaching Seiki-soho (Japanese breathing awareness) through yearly events and gatherings since 2011. She has ongoing connections with the international Seiki community, and wishes to bring Japan to Ireland. She says, ‘Japanese healing has the power to re-connect Ireland to its authentic natural wisdom, connection to nature, life and breath.’ She has an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is specialised in Stress Reduction and trauma informed body therapy. She is also a Terra Mai Reiki master, an SRT therapist to advanced levels, an Accunect future of medicine practitioner and somatic experiencing enthusiastic. Her clinics are based in the historical quarter of Limerick  by  St John's Castle at 19 Nicolas Street. Her work empowers people to understand the nature of energy moving through the body, she offers physical therapies that create emotional and mental release from the body. Her work, blends Japanese healing craft with Irish nature, and a lot of her events take place in natural settings. Recently she was asked by international explorer Pat Falvey to create a retreat that incorporated hikes and body being which was a resounding success. She says: "people are looking for more connection with themselves through nature and body being activities. That's our natural home. She helps people through stress reduction therapy and trauma informed body work and therapy. Both the Japanese and ancient Celtic traditions look to the body as part of nature, tapping into a space that utilises the power of non judgement. Through breath observation, movement and resonance, one can find one’s authenticity, beyond the stress and conditions of the noisy world. These hybrid healing traditions offer a new space of focused concentration in nature. This space of non-judgement allows the body to find itself beyond its cultural conditioning, rediscovering its own inner movement and natural connection. Such findings release personal restrictions and produce real feelings of well being, bringing the mind into a deeper presence.  She has 12 years experience in working one to one and retreats. Check out her website or find Saralee on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn To contact Sharon Fitzmaurice direct please go to her website & Join her on Instagram & Facebook 
Jul 07, 202249:30
Reconnecting to your inner child - Guided Mediation with Sharon

Reconnecting to your inner child - Guided Mediation with Sharon

For Julys meditation & newsletter I am going to focus on our Inner Child. In this gentle guided mediation, it gives you an opportunity to reconnect and strengthen your ability to listen and be present, to validate the feelings of your inner child and help them feel safe and secure.  Inner child work is not just about healing past trauma, it is also about rekindling our joy.  I hope you enjoy. Love Sharon  Check out my website  Join me on Instagram & Facebook 
Jun 30, 202229:36
Breaking free from limiting beliefs with Pauline Rohdich
Jun 22, 202248:46
Soul Nudges with Sheila Langan

Soul Nudges with Sheila Langan

Sheila Langan is a Breakthrough Life Coach who loves guiding her clients to live their biggest life and for it to feel spacious and delicious. In this episode, Sheila shares so much of her personal story,  as a single Mother, she was coping with her daughter's eating disorder and the anguish they both faced.  Sheila knew She needed to help her daughter, but little did She realise at the time that it was actually the start of helping herself too and they both started a deeply healing journey that created a whole new life. This change brought them across the world and Sheila is now sharing her passion, her soul purpose with others. It really is an amazing conversation and one that makes me smile from my heart. I would love to hear your feedback.  Sheila has run multi-million dollar technology projects in the corporate world while juggling single motherhood and eventually burnt-out. While healing she immersed deeply in more sustainable ways to live. She became an ocean swimmer in her 30s, a horsewoman in her 40s and has spent her 50th year in an off-grid cabin in the hills to immerse further in her beloved horse life. She has swum with dolphins and sharks in Hawaii for days and is always dreaming up her next adventure. Sheila grew up in Ireland and has called Australia home for over 20 years. She always believes the best is yet to come and loves sharing tips on the shortcuts to living your biggest life. Find her on INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK & LinkedIn Check out her coaching packages on www.sheilalangan.com To contact Sharon Fitzmaurice directly please go to her website or connect to her on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn
Jun 09, 202258:13
Who has the microphone in your head?

Who has the microphone in your head?

My guest today is Genèvieve Pépin - an accredited life coach, certified mindset specialist, productivity and leadership coach (Fortune 500 companies), improv facilitator and host of the Mint Green Ukulele Podcast. Her main focus is less stress and more joy.
In this podcast episode, Genèvieve shares with us how She went from burnout to building a successful business. Once She finalised realised that She wasn't living life on her own terms and faced the challenges of anxiety and an eating disorder, she finally SAW herself and made the choice to change her self-talk and become more aware of the negative behaviours that no longer served her.
Genèvieve is passionate about helping high achievers go from busy and stressed to happy and productive as a result of her own journey in the professional world. She speaks about self-doubt, imposter syndrome and the joy of connection.
She offers a 3 step formula that we can use on a daily basis and also an interactive master class on joy not stress!
Before coaching Genèvieve built her career internationally in event management and marketing, living, working and travelling in more than 20 countries in four different languages.
Connect with Genèvieve on LinkedIn
Check her WEBSITE for all details of her work and her offerings to help you or your business.
Interactive masterclass or master LAUGH as Genèvieve likes to call it.
Jun 02, 202246:22
Expanding into JOY - Guided Meditation

Expanding into JOY - Guided Meditation

A 20 minute guided meditation to relax your mind and body as we expand our awareness beyond the physical, letting go of control and giving ourselves space and freedom to let all life flow within us and all around us.
Mediation allows us the space to become more self-aware without judgement and expanding on that awareness, we are raising our vibration and allowing joy to flow.
I hope you enjoy. Sharing the joy is greatly appreciated, please feel free to share this meditation with all your friends and families.
Love Sharon
May 30, 202220:07
Heal from the Inside Out with Karen Maloney

Heal from the Inside Out with Karen Maloney

Episode 65 and my guest this week is Karen Maloney, an INSIDE OUT Coach, Silent Counselling Practitioner & Energy Therapist. She is also the Founder & Host of the Curiosity & Consciousness podcast. Karen is a champion of ‘soul living’ and she’s passionate about helping people to believe in themselves & manifest their desires. She helps clients to uncover the subconscious beliefs that are holding them back and transform them. She believes the relationship we have with ourselves, is to key everything. When we shift this on the inside, the outside follows. From her own journey, Karen knows what’s possible for us when we do the inner work and transform how we think, feel and what we believe about ourselves. Everyone has experienced challenges, but our healing and wellbeing is our responsibility, we owe it to ourselves! Karen is passionate about helping people to embrace this journey, and love both themselves and their life again. It’s not always comfortable work, but it is the most powerful work a person can do. You can find her on https://www.karenmaloney.com/  Free Empower Your Morning eBook: Available on the homepage of my website. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenmaloneyinsideoutcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenmaloney_/ Podcast: Search The Curiosity & Consciousness podcast on Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, Amazon, Acast, Stitcher or Castbox
May 26, 202254:28
Finding Gratitude in a crisis with Sharon
May 03, 202245:39
Listening to Angels with Michael Andre Ford
Mar 09, 202201:09:59
You are the miracle -Guided Meditation with Sharon

You are the miracle -Guided Meditation with Sharon

We sometimes forget that we ourselves are the greatest miracles of life, I hope you enjoy this short meditation on reconnecting to the miracle that you are. 

Love & Blessings 

Sharon 

Mar 07, 202221:20
What ignites the fire in your belly with Sinead Lisantri

What ignites the fire in your belly with Sinead Lisantri

A powerful conversation with Sinead Carr- Lisantri this week - Episode 60 Sinead shares her journey of transformation through trauma and finding her true self under all the layers of conditioning and how we define ourselves by our past stories.
We discuss how She found Shamanism and how it led her to her authentic self and living her truth. Sinead has also trained as Fire walk Instructor and tells me about how this amazing experience lit a fire in her belly. I could have chatted to Sinead all day as we share so many common interests and of course are fascinated by energy work and connecting to Nature just as our ancestors did.
Sinead Lisantri is a Mother, Shamanic Energy Therapist and Firewalk Instructor based in Oranmore, Co. Galway. She is married to Chris who is from Cyprus. She recently started to do some PR/editing work for Tribes Press Publishing in Galway as She has a post graduate degree in Public Relations also. A multi-talented lady.
You can find Sinead on FACEBOOK
Mar 01, 202257:55
Aiming for Authenticity with Ali Ryan
Feb 23, 202257:40
Well-being for our future generations with Fiona Forman
Feb 17, 202259:18
You are love with Sharon Fitzmaurice

You are love with Sharon Fitzmaurice

A short guided meditation allowing you space and time to reconnect with the love within and all around you. To surrender and release judgements and that which no longer serves you. To let new love flow. Enjoy. Love Sharon ❤
Feb 12, 202216:13
Take back your control
Feb 08, 202250:26
Finding Hope with Mary Keogh

Finding Hope with Mary Keogh

This week my guest is Mary Keogh, a native of Dublin now living in Toronto, Canada with her husband Dave and her two children.  Mary moved to Canada in her 20s and worked as a nanny, She went onto to work in the corporate world in the Human Resources field.  In building relationships with her clients and colleagues, Mary felt the need to work on a deeper and more authentic level with people, so in her 40's,  She returned to full-time education to complete a Master's level in psychotherapy and went on to set up her own practise in 2018.  

Mary shares very openly the ups and downs of her own life and in doing so you can feel the empathy and compassion she has for others and what draws people to her. Dealing with issues of infertility, pregnancy loss, bereavement and adoption, Mary found hope and is now grateful for the gifts that life has blessed her with.  You can find Mary through her website www.solasmentalhealth.ca and on Instagram LinkedIn Facebook 

Feb 01, 202201:05:34
Life is an Adventure with Robert Farrelly

Life is an Adventure with Robert Farrelly

Episode 54 and my guest today is Robert Farrelly - one of life's great adventurers in every aspect of the word. I met Robert on one of my Camino trips years ago and we have met along many a trail since then. His laid back attitude to life and sense of humour is what draws people to him and I am so delighted to share some of his story with you today.
Not only has he started his own podcast - Mountain to Glen in the last year, this year he is embarking on climbing all of the highest points in Ireland county by county. A lover of the outdoors, he shares with us the many benefits of climbing the hills and exploring the world one step at a time. He shares with us how his connection with nature and living in the moment has helped him through some difficult times in his own life.
Robert is also a volunteer with the Glen of Imall Red Cross Mountain Rescue Team and involved with amateur dramatics for many years.
Please pop over and give him your support on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Jan 25, 202256:10
Finding your buzz with Jennifer Maher

Finding your buzz with Jennifer Maher

Episode 53 and my wonderful guest this week is Jennifer Maher of Co. Wicklow. After listening to Jennifer's inspiring TEDx Talk where She shared her story of losing a baby and how this traumatic event created a change not only in her life, but within her mindset, it made me want to chat to her on a deeper level. I really enjoyed learning how She navigated being a young Mum and setting up her own business which led her to finding a work/life balance.
Jennifer went on to train as an executive coach and pursued her dreams, all whilst being a Mum to two young children. A beautiful and calming presence, Jennifer is now helping others to realise their true potential and that we are never too old to start something new, even if we are not sure what that is...Jennifer will guide you every step of the way.
You can connect to Jennifer through her website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn
Watch her TEDx Talk
Jan 19, 202254:44