Freedom Seeker Chronicles

You won’t believe me when I share how I met my next guest on today’s show – Sam Reynolds – former PA to Daniel Craig (that’s right, she was the PA for James Bond!). Sam is a 3 times cancer survivor who founded Sam’s Spaces, a network for people finding their way after cancer. After our fateful meeting, I share the story on the show, I was so blown away by Sam’s story that I interviewed her for my book Freedom Seeker and was wholly moved by her strength and light. I’m delighted to have Sam on the show today to talk more about the healing process after having such traumatic experiences. We go deep into why we need to make radical self-care at the forefront of everything we do. If you or someone you know is going through or has experienced a life changing trauma of any kind in their lives, this one is for you. Key Moments [5m 30s] Sam shares the biggest gift that cancer has given her [6m 50s] We talk about whether stress can bring on cancer and Sam’s own experiences [7m 30s] What a typical day looked like in Sam’s life as a celebrity PA before her health deteriorated [9m 50s] Sam shares how she was diagnosed with breast cancer at such a tender age of 27 [10m 40s] We share thoughts on the relationship between the mind and body, and how to read signs when they are out of balance [13m 15s] Sam tells us about the healing process following her third remission [16m 0s] We chat about the way our minds and bodies cope when subjected to any kind of trauma [18m 50s] The struggles with saying NO in this day and age when we need to listen to what our bodies need [20m 0s] Sam tells us about Sam’s Spaces, the support system in place and the connection the community has [26m 0s] Now that Sam is healthy again, she shares her tips in radical self-care, recommendations that are especially helpful for mums [30m 0s] For anyone enduring something traumatic currently, Sam shares her advice to you [32m 0s] What does freedom mean to Sam in her life right now? People & resources mentioned Yoga with Adrienne – Sam’s yoga classes she takes at home via Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFKE7WVJfvaHW5q283SxchA Where to find Sam @Samspaces on Instagram @Samspaces on twitter Samspaces on Facebook www.samspaces.co.uk

In this episode we talk to a free spirited Yorkshire lass who combines running a successful Glamping, Wedding and Events Business with feeding her addiction for Travel and Adventure. Always determined to fulfil her dreams, seek new opportunities, travel often and be forever grateful for the wonderful journey of life’s explorations we are given, in listening to Kerry’s story you will be filled with motivation to bring your dream to life. If you enjoyed this episode, hear more or see the show notes at www.bethkempton.com/podcast

Many creatives dream of turning the items they make into a profitable business that can support their lifestyles so they are free to do work they love from wherever they desire. For one lady, this dream is an ongoing reality and she strives to help other makers profit from their talents and live a life that’s true to them too. Jess Van Den is a silversmith from Australia who makes beautiful jewellery from her solar powered studio north of Brisbane. She’s the founder and editor of Create & Thrive & the Thriver Circle, supporting creatives turning their handmade hobby into a full-time business and together with her husband Nick, she has built a life for themselves centred around freedom and flexibility. Key Moments: [3m 15s] How Jess came to discover the heart and soul behind her business and understand her ‘why’ in business [6m 0s] The moment Jess decided to make her hobby her business [10m 30s] What Jess’s day to day life looks like, her creative routine and how she balances business + life commitments [13m 40s] Why Jess lets go of business priorities at weekends to create headspace [15m 20s] Jess + Beth’s thoughts on managing social media as a small business owner – and the importance of showing up as your whole self [not to fill gaps in your social schedule] [17m 0s] How Jess balances time, finances and energy for 2 businesses [21m 0s] Jess explains the different revenue streams that come from her businesses and how they support her [23m 05s] The challenges Jess is currently facing and how she differentiates urgent vs. important tasks [26m 15s] Jess highlights the common challenges creative business owners face and how to overcome them [29m 30s] Overcoming confidence issues and fear when you’re starting a creative business [31m 0s] The power of finding a community to support you [32m 20s] What Jess has learned in interviewing lots of entrepreneurs and changemakers for her podcast [35m 10s] Jess explains her very own definition of Freedom Where to find Jess: Website: www.createandthrive.com Thriver Circle: https://thrivercircle.com/ Shop: www.epheriell.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/JessVanDen FB: www.facebook.com/createandthrive IG: www.instagram.com/createandthrive People, books + concepts mentioned: Book: The Fortune Cookie Principle by Bernadette Jiwa (http://hyperurl.co/ynizr7) The Urgent and Important Matrix (explained well in this link: http://www.artofmanliness.com/2013/10/23/eisenhower-decision-matrix/) Satisfied mind by Jeff Buckley (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCU3HXNGaAw)

Ben Keene is a Freedom Seeker at his very core. He is also the brilliant founder of Tribewanted, Head of The Escape School and founder of Rebel Book Club, and having a family of 4 to support, he is the best placed person to share entrepreneurial wisdom with those who are juggling business needs and family demands. In this episode, Ben shares how to deal with risk, family and the desire for travel. If you enjoyed this episode you can read the show notes and subscribe at www.bethkempton.com/podcast

When was the last time you really listened to your intuition? When was the last time you made a decision based only on your gut instinct? That’s the topic we got talking around in this episode – why leading with your intuition is the key to happy, balanced, free life for you and those around you. I am thrilled to welcome Theresa Reed, aka “The Tarot Lady” to the show. She is the perfect fit for this episode having worked with entrepreneurs the world over to help them channel their inner guide and find their own sense of direction. Theresa has been a full-time Tarot card reader for close to 30 years. She reads tarot via email, over the phone and on skype for clients and has become well known for her tarot business forecasting reading which she regularly offers for entrepreneurs seeking direction. Grab a cuppa and join us for this one off, special chat where Theresa also shares some rich, parenting advice that she’s developed thanks to her career reading tarot. Be sure to stay tuned to the end, Theresa picks out a tarot card especially for you… If you enjoyed this episode you can read the show notes and subscribe at www.bethkempton.com/podcast

What is the smallest thing you can do now to follow your heart? Think about it. Write it down if you like. This is just one of the many questions of wisdom my guest Steph Jagger plants on us in today’s episode. Steph is the author of Unbound, a story of snow and self-discovery and she’s helped women the world over define who it is they want to BE and what they need to DO to get there. Listen in for the next 40 mins of exploration where we talk about everything from battling fear, the pros and cons of setting goals, and how to find stillness and solitude to allow golden thoughts and plans emerge. If you enjoyed this episode you can read the show notes and subscribe at www.bethkempton.com/podcast

Do you feel an immense need to exhale and slow down, taking a step back from work and life obligations? Or do you know somebody else who is at risk of burnout? If you need to press the pause and reset button, I am deeply excited for you to listen to this episode with Nicola Moss. Nicola Moss was a self-described workaholic with a successful career in global advertising until the pace and pressure resulted in full on burnout. A deep journey of inner healing and connection followed and now she runs her own coaching business to help other people slow down and breathe again. In this episode, listen in as Nicola and I discuss how to find a slower pace to work, the negative effects of multi-tasking and how to work around financial pressures to get a good work life balance. Bonus points if you listen to this show in the park, the woods or your garden! If you enjoyed this episode read the show notes and subscribe at www.bethkempton.com/podcast

Lisa is a doting mum to Rosie, a little girl born with an incurable life-limiting muscle disorder and we are delighted to be able to share Lisa’s, Rosie’s and Lisa’s husband Ian’s story with you today. Lisa writes an inspiring blog and is practicing life coaching to help families of disabled children find freedom, positivity and happiness. She also climbs mountains and runs marathons to raise money for charity, and in today’s episode, she explains how she realized the meaning of life. If you enjoyed this episode read the show notes and subscribe at www.bethkempton.com/podcast