Thriving & Surviving

In this episode, we sit down with Jazz, a DJ, singer and Pilates instructor, to talk about her journey from the music industry to building an inclusive and empowering Pilates community. We discuss how she combines her love of house music with movement to create energising classes that feel different from the norm. Jazz shares her experience of working in the male dominated DJ world, the challenges of body confidence, and the pressure social media can place on women. We also talk about avoiding burnout, staying true to yourself in an industry driven by trends, and why building strength, confidence and genuine community will always matter more than chasing perfection. This is an honest conversation about finding your place, backing yourself, and creating a life and business that feels authentic.

In this episode, we’re joined by our friend Jess for an honest, unfiltered conversation about dating in your 30s. We talk about what it’s really like to break free after a long-term relationship, step back into dating, navigate apps, set boundaries and figure out what you actually want — especially when children, independence and self-reliance are part of the conversation. Jess shares her personal story of a long-distance relationship that led to a life-changing move, and together we open up about the challenges, freedom and emotional shifts that come with singlehood in your 30s. We also talk about societal pressure, expectations around motherhood and relationships, and how learning to choose yourself can be both terrifying and empowering. This episode is honest, reflective and full of real talk — for anyone dating later in life, starting again, or questioning the “rules” we’ve all been taught to follow. Don't forget to follow us on instagram @thrivingandsurviving.pod

In this episode, we open up about our own experiences with online trolling and abuse and the reality of what it’s like to be on the receiving end of it. From nasty comments and fake accounts to the emotional impact it can have behind the scenes, we talk honestly about how it’s affected us and how we’ve learned to deal with it. We share the coping tools that have helped us most, including mindset shifts, gratitude, blocking, muting and setting firm boundaries online, and why protecting your peace has to come first. We also talk about resilience, community, and the importance of having people around you who get it and have your back. The conversation naturally leads into wider concerns around social media, influencer culture, and the impact all of this can have, especially on children and young people. We chat about using platforms more responsibly, knowing when to step back, and remembering there’s a real human on the other side of the screen. Don't forget to follow us on instagram @thrivingandsurviving.pod

We chat candidly about bedtime battles, co-sleeping and the bittersweet reality of watching our children grow up — from dummies and bottles to first beds and potty training. We also open up about ageing, self-care and aesthetics, dating after children, health anxieties, and the constant tug between wanting time to slow down while knowing we’re always rushing ahead. This episode is a reminder to pause, take a breath, and savour the stage you’re in right now. We close with the touching poem “Love Letter to Right Now”, because sometimes the magic is in the moment we’re living — even when it feels messy.Don't forget to download this podcast & follow us on instagram @thrivingandsurviving.pod

We share honest, open conversations about women’s health, including the reality of being dismissed by healthcare professionals, living with endometriosis and adenomyosis, and the impact these conditions can have on fertility, postpartum care and everyday life. We read listener stories and discuss diagnosis delays, navigating the NHS, smear tests, treatment options, and the ongoing need for better awareness, education and support around women’s health, highlighting why listening to women and taking their symptoms seriously matters more than ever. Find us on instagram at @thrivingandsurviving.pod

In this episode of Thriving and Surviving we sit down with Vicky, the powerhouse behind Edit Clinics. Vicky became a mum at just 20 years old and built her freelance makeup business from home while caring for a newborn. No childcare, no perfect plan, just pure grit and passion. We talk about what it really looks like to juggle motherhood and entrepreneurship in the early days. The identity shifts, the loneliness, the pressure to show up for clients and your child at the same time and how she pushed through every setback. Vicky shares her journey from freelancing to owning a salon with a team and now preparing to move into a bigger premises. We explore the highs and lows she faced along the way and the mindset she had to build to keep going. We also dive into the importance of self care, protecting your time and finding the space to be a woman outside of your business and children. Vicky is the perfect example of someone who embodies both thriving and surviving and this episode is full of honesty, inspiration and permission to slow down when you need to. Whether you are a mum in business, a beauty professional or just someone building a life you love this episode will speak to you. Grab a cuppa and join us for a real conversation about growth, resilience and the reality behind success. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, give us a rating and follow us on instagram @thirivingandsurviving.pod Follow Vicky here: @editclinics & @makeup.at.edit