Unravelling: The Diary of a Midlife Mess

In this episode of The Unravelling, I’m joined by Donna — a life-seeking, deep-thinking, conversation-loving woman who’s discovering what it really means to live on her own timeline. From modelling in her 20s, to embracing motherhood in her 30s, to starting over with photography in her 40s, Donna has always done things a little later than expected — and she’s learning that maybe that’s her strength. Now in her 50s, she’s navigating the changes of menopause, the shifting face in the mirror, an...

In this engaging conversation, Sharon Wilkes-Burt and Donnaprana explore the journey of self-discovery and resilience through various life stages. From teenage years filled with angst to the pressures of adulthood, they discuss how societal expectations shape our understanding of success. The conversation delves into the impact of trauma, the importance of self-compassion, and the liberating experience of embracing one's true self in midlife. Donnaprana shares her insights on the signifi...

Cath, founder of Edit & Style by Caterina, knows firsthand how confidence and style are deeply connected. From a teenage girl struggling with self-doubt to a woman navigating career changes, motherhood, infertility, and perimenopause, Cath has learned to embrace her evolving self—and help other women do the same. In this episode, we talk about the emotional side of style, the power of wardrobe choices to boost confidence, and practical ways to love the body you’re in right now. We also sh...

Karen’s life has taken her from Liverpool to the Australian outback, from running a bustling bridal business to hosting soulful Rainbow Frequency gatherings. In this episode of The Unravelling, she shares her midlife rebirth, the spiritual awakening that began in her 40s, and why life now feels like a homecoming to self. We explore her belief that when someone criticises you, triggers you, or annoys you, it’s actually a gift. A mirror showing you something about yourself. We als...

From small-town New Zealand to Asia’s luxury hotel circuit, from surviving toxic relationships to building a thriving bridal hair business, Robyn’s life has been anything but ordinary. In this conversation, we talk about the moments that shaped her, the shock firings, the love stories, the brave leaps, and the heartbreaking losses, and how she’s rebuilt herself each time. Robyn shares how she’s navigated her 20s, 30s, 40s and now her 50s, why tenacity has been her greatest a...

I didn’t want to look back and think, why did I keep doing all that… when I could’ve been walking along the coast with a coffee.” At 43, Clare’s life didn’t crack, it crumbled. What started as random health issues soon turned into panic attacks, personality changes, and years of feeling like a stranger to herself. She jokes that she could write a book based on her health notes alone… and honestly, she could. In this raw, funny, and deeply honest episode, Clare opens up about the seven-year st...