Episodes

  • Glimmers, Nervous System Healing & Self-Care with Nadia Narain & Katia Narain Phillips

    Glimmers, Nervous System Healing & Self-Care with Nadia Narain & Katia Narain Phillips
    May 25 2026
    This week on the podcast, we’re diving into a concept you’ve probably seen everywhere lately: glimmers. Recently identified by trend forecasters as one of the defining wellbeing trends for 2026, glimmers - the opposite of triggers - are tiny moments that spark feelings of safety, joy, calm, or connection. At a time when wellness can often feel overwhelming, expensive, or performative, glimmers offer something beautifully simple: the ability to find nourishment in what’s already around us. To explore this idea, we’re joined by two women who have quite literally written the book on it — sisters Nadia Narain and Katia Narain Phillips, authors of Glimmers: Tiny Moments to Transform Your Life.Nadia and Katia have spent decades exploring healing, self-care, nervous system regulation, and emotional wellbeing.
    Together they are also the bestselling authors of Self-Care for the Real World and Rituals for Every Day.In this conversation, we discuss:
    • What glimmers actually are and why they matter
    • How noticing small positive moments can support nervous system regulation
    • The science behind glimmers and brain rewiring
    • Why this practice resonates so deeply right now
    • The connection between glimmers, trauma healing, and mental health
    • Simple ways to begin noticing glimmers in everyday life
    • Personal glimmers Nadia and Katia have experienced recently
    • And the self-care practices they turn to themselves
    This is a warm, grounding and hopeful conversation about finding beauty, safety and connection in the smallest moments and why those moments may be more powerful than we realise.Come see us hosting in the Menopause tent at the Everywoman Festival on June 13th https://www.everywomanfest.com/tickets-london

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    Studio production by @launchpodstudios
    Music by purpleplanet.
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    36 mins
  • How to Prevent Skin Cancer: Sun Safety Tips, SPF & Warning Signs with Dr Ellie Rashid

    How to Prevent Skin Cancer: Sun Safety Tips, SPF & Warning Signs with Dr Ellie Rashid
    May 18 2026
    This episode is sponsored by Welbeck – providing beyond better healthcare.Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the UK and worldwide, yet around 90% of cases are preventable. So how can we better protect ourselves, what sun safety habits actually matter, and what warning signs should we never ignore?This week we are joined by Consultant Dermatologist Dr Ellie Rashid to break down the facts about skin cancer prevention, SPF, tanning, mole checks, and the everyday habits that can reduce your risk. In this episode we discuss:
    • Whether there’s ever such a thing as a “safe tan”
    • If you really need SPF on cloudy days
    • The difference between SPF 30 and SPF 50
    • Expensive vs affordable sunscreen brands
    • How often you should reapply SPF
    • Skin cancer risks for all skin tones• The ABCDE rule for checking moles
    • Warning signs that are often missed
    • The role of AI, mole mapping, and early detection
    • What happens when you see a dermatologist with a concern…and the one habit Dr Rashid wishes everyone would start today.

    Whether you’re a devoted sun-seeker, a year-round SPF wearer, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with practical advice that could genuinely protect your health.Come join us at the Everywoman Festival on June 13th https://www.everywomanfest.com/To book an appointment with Dr Rashid: https://welbeck.com/find-a-specialist/dr-ellie-rashidFor more information: https://www.skincancer.org/get-involved/skin-cancer-awareness-month/https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/skin-cancer

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    43 mins
  • How to Support Someone’s Mental Health: Tips for Mental Health Awareness Week

    How to Support Someone’s Mental Health: Tips for Mental Health Awareness Week
    May 11 2026
    How to Support Someone’s Mental Health: Tips for Mental Health Awareness WeekIn today’s episode we’re marking Mental Health Awareness Week (11–17 May), which this year focuses on taking action for good mental health the practical steps we can take for ourselves, for others, and for society as a whole.We’re turning our attention to how we can support the people around us. From starting meaningful conversations when you’re worried about someone, to normalising regular mental health check-ins with loved ones, we explore simple but powerful ways to show up for others.We’re joined by Alexa Knight, Director of Policy and Influencing at the Mental Health Foundation. Alexa leads the Foundation’s media, campaigning, policy, and public affairs work across the UK, and brings deep expertise in shaping policy change and improving equity in mental health outcomes.
    The Mental Health Foundation, the organisation behind Mental Health Awareness Week, is the only UK charity dedicated solely to preventing poor mental health and promoting good mental health. Working across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, they research, develop, and campaign for better ways to support mental wellbeing nationwide. If you’d like to learn more or support their work, visit: www.mentalhealth.org.uk

    Tune in for a thoughtful and practical conversation on how small actions can make a big difference in someone else’s mental health and of course how to take action to support your own mental health needs.

    Take ‘Action’ to support good mental health this Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 Monday 11 May – Sunday 17 May mentalhealth.org.uk/mhaw

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    40 mins
  • Bonus 40ish - Weight Loss in Your 40s, Menopause at Work & Ottolenghi

    Bonus 40ish - Weight Loss in Your 40s, Menopause at Work & Ottolenghi
    May 7 2026
    This week on 40ish Lauren reaches peak midlife as she attends an wholesome Ottolenghi Cooking Club; yet somehow gets embroiled in a conversation about anal s*x within 3 minutes of arrival. Meanwhile Nicole realises that you know when you’re spending too much time with your gyne when he feels fully comfortable eating crisps off your plate. In midlife news it turns out almost half of middle-aged Brits are still traumatised by school PE - not surprising if you remember being asked to climb that rope in a pair of big navy pants. We hear from listeners navigating menopause in toxic workplaces, sharing the very real fear of education being weaponised, but also why the conversation still has to happen. Today’s dilemma asks: Is it actually possible to lose weight in your 40s? Despite doing “all the right things” (gym, PT, food), social media is screaming that unless you buy a miracle pill, it’s game over. We get into the pressure, the myths, and the reality of midlife bodies.

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    39 mins
  • April Round Up

    April Round Up
    May 4 2026
    Welcome to the April wellness roundup. Expect a jam packed show with the latest tiktok trends, wellness fads, the products we are trying and loving and all our TV, podcast and book recommendations. Links below to items mentioned:PODCAST SERIES FoundlingTV RECOMMENDATIONThe Madison RoosterImperfect women Margot’s got money problems Friends & neighbours S2The Testaments Beef S2The PittThe Miniature WifeBOOKSWELLNESS - NATHAN HILL WIFEY JUDY BLUME SUMMER SISTERS - JUDY BLUMEPRODUCTS WonderskinClarins Beauty Flash Balm Pixi +hydra lip balm passion £5 https://www.boots.com/pixi-and-hydra-liptreat-lip-balm-passion-4-8g-10341254Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/self-care-club--6942824/support.Get in touch & come follow us on:Instagram Tiktok thttps://www.tiktok.com/@40ish.podcastJoin our private Facebook groupOrder our book hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/40ish-navigating-midlife-and-perimenopause--6942825/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rssStudio production by @launchpodstudiosMusic by purpleplanet.
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    28 mins
  • Drunk in Barcelona, Movicol and Menopause Awareness

    Drunk in Barcelona, Movicol and Menopause Awareness
    Apr 13 2026
    On 40ish -
    In today’s show: Nicole goes to Barcelona. Nicole gets very drunk. Nicole takes electrolytes and Movicol before bed and decides that it would be socially acceptable to kiss Jon Hamm if he just happened to turn up. Lauren decides to share her drunk texts with the nation. We also discuss the absolute state of modern “healthy” recipes including cauliflower fudge (why), cauliflower pizza (still why), turkey mince pizza (call the police) There’s also a dilemma from someone who is completely fed up with hearing about menopause everywhere she turns and wonders if awareness has gone too far. (Short answer: No!) Plus petty midlife annoyances, full bins, clicky phone keyboards, Kirsty Alley, Family Ties (remember that?) all the usual chaos. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who needs a laugh (or an electrolyte).

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    36 mins
  • Bowel Cancer, Colonoscopies and why we are weird about poo

    Bowel Cancer, Colonoscopies and why we are weird about poo
    Apr 5 2026
    This episode is sponsored by Welbeck - providing beyond better healthcare. Every 12 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month takes place every April to raise awareness of symptoms, promote early diagnosis, and encourage screening. As the UK's fourth most common cancer, early detection is critical, with over 90% of cases surviving if caught early. It mainly affects people over 50 but can affect anyone. To talk all about this today we are delighted to welcome consultant gastroenterologistDr Adam Haycock to the show. We get into the importance of screening, symptoms to watch out for and what exactly happens at a colonoscopy. Adam explains: The warning signs people should be aware of Why symptoms must be checked urgently Which symptoms are often dismissed or mistaken for something less serious How particular women's conditions can cause confusing symptoms What to do if you feel embarrassed Why it is vital to take part in the free screening test for over 50’s Plus, we discuss why people are so weird about poo, what a polyp is and why they need to be looked at. Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email hello@theselfcareclub.co.uk Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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    36 mins
  • 40ish - Fibre, Friendship Fallouts & Where Are We With Facebook?

    40ish - Fibre, Friendship Fallouts & Where Are We With Facebook?
    Mar 23 2026
    Today we are bringing you an episode from our other podcast 40ish (don't say we don't spoil you) Please enjoy this episode. This week on 40ish, Nicole reports from the glamorous world of post-surgery recovery where the main event of the day is… taking painkillers. Timing them, thinking about them, planning the next one. Meanwhile, Lauren has a mysterious foot situation developing. There is very validating listener feedback about the extremely serious issue of designated mugs. We also tackle this week’s dilemma where a woman is left wondering if some friendships can recover after youve been seriously let down. Plus we share some midlife meltdowns, including an existential crisis in the cereal aisle and a listener asking the question many of us are secretly thinking: what exactly is the point of Facebook now? Expect rants, honesty and the comforting reminder that midlife is mostly just trying to take the right painkiller at the right time while drinking out of the correct mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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    33 mins