Simply Complicated with Katie Ford

We have 60-70,000 thoughts a day. Most of them are repetitious, and we know all thoughts are real, but not all thoughts are true.

Seeing that our brain doesn't care if we are happy, it only cares if we are doing what …

Do you love time alone? Do you fear it? Are you craving more? It's a topic that divides circles. Driven by a conversation on the weekend that …

Words are one of the ways we communicate with the world. They evoke feeling, meaning and storytelling. This week comes with an invitation to lean into the words in your world and celebrate the ones who make you feel …

From the day we are born, we are figuring out ways to survive in this world. We carry them with us through life because they work to keep us safe...until they don't. One area I've been looking at is our go-to response …

We. Are. back. After almost a year's hiatus SIMPLY COMPLICATED has returned. This week's episode is around the great UNTETHERING. Katie shares where she is up to with her 'vibe check', what this year will look like …

The final episode of Simply Complicated is HERE. 3 years of conversations and changes on this channel and it was time to close it out. 

We find ourselves faced with dozens of decisions every day. Hundreds probably but …

The saying is 'Time heals'. Hmmmm. Does it though? What's your relationship to TIME?

If you are in the trenches, in a deep pit of heavy feelings or navigating a season that sucks, you probably heard this phrase. I get …

ENERGY ARCHEOLOGIST Ashley Stinson sees the body and the way we're made up like no one I have ever witnessed or spoken to. 

Those aches pains and physical symptoms? All messages. Did you know that there are 6 realms of …

Floored I was. Floored when I came across this particular quote on Instagram yesterday. How often do you reflect on your choices within your life? …

Bek is one of those people that adds value to your life every time she enters it. Vulnerable and brave. Smart and Sassy. Wild and oh so wise. There …

Mate, there is absolutely no shame in my game when I say that I am super triggered by Valentine's Day. The second all the gift ideas start rolling …

Acceptance? Letting Go? Surrender? Same trains - slightly different stations. What do you do when 'letting go' doesn't feel how you thought it would? …

Clare Reilly is passionate about wellness and living a simple + wholesome life, but is also living with a chronic illness known as MS, or Multiple …

Nothing says welcome to a fresh new year like a bit of personal reflection. I am all about it tbh, but what happens when you start comparing versions of yourself and achievements of past years? It's a slippery slope my …

1st Question. Your favorite self or your best self, who gets top billing in your word?

2nd Question. What do you do to embody her?

Can we put the excuses aside from here on in and commit to remembering our light each …

Taylah Gray is not only kickin' ass, she's taking names. On the day that Taylah was signed on as an official and registered lawyer, she took to the socials stating the injustice that our Nations First People within the …

Theres a stigma around medication for support in the Mental Health realm. Partly because of decades of overprescribed pills, or meds that didn't quite add up. That’s fair… however there's has been amazing progress in …

Have you ever wanted to do something but let all the what if's get in the way? Today we chat with the amazing co-founder of CleanSip, Emma Wilson. A young couple who undertook a big move and are making big moves in the …

What happens when you have journaled your heart out, read all the books, attended all the workshops, meditated for hours of your life and you still find yourself ‘in it’?

Welcome to the human experience. There’s no …

Healing happens when stories are shared in safe spaces. This I know for sure and some Amy Molloy has made a career out of living by and through and …

It can all feel a bit too much. You can get lost in the restrictions, the repetition, and the 'constant' of it all. That fire, your spirit, your spark? She's still in there and this week, I want to talk to you about it. …

To act or not to act, that is the question. There is nothing quite like the emotional flood that comes when our system is activated. The rush of 'feelings'. The anger, hurt, or stomach-churning dread. The need to fix, …

Multi-faceted wellness wonderland Claire Obeid joins us today and invites us into the world of Somatic Healing. Everyone knows what it's like to …

Self Doubt is a real kick to the emotional shins, but something that is part of the human experience for many of us. Consider this Poddy your spiritual shin pad. Feeling like you are too much or not enough are two sides …

Scott is a Master Healer, Brain Enhancer and World Renowned Mind. He is also a senior lecturer with the Academy of Applied Movement Neurology & …

We were often raised to believe that FEAR means avoid at all costs. That’s great when you’re 5, but as an adult the things that scare us don’t often …

Learning how to feel something and NOT JUMP is a huge skill set. If you want to change a pattern, you change the way you respond. Just because your body signals something, it doesn't mean it's in your best interests or …

(This episode covers some big topics so I will add a TRIGGER WARNING to the notes. Miscarriage, still birth and death are spoken about openly throughout.) 

One thing we are guaranteed to move through in this lifetime is …

It's not a competition ladies, but if it were the Dads would win for sure. This is not a poddy slagging blokes because I actually think they've …

Living your life in a constant state of trying to avoid the thing that scares you is exhausting. I know it well. At first it feels like you are creating ways to limit uncertainty and fear. Before you know it you've …

Sammy Leo is not only kicking ass, she's taking names. This woman has not only shifted from body conscious to body confidence, she has launched a …

Ewww. Jealousy. It's got to be up there with one of the worst feelings to embody. It comes from a place of lack, it feels ugly, it's usually directed …

Dr Kirsty Seward, Dietician and Dr of Behavioural Change joins us this week to get raw and real about Breast Implant Illness, Breast explant surgery and everything in between. Kirsty being 8 weeks post explant and I 2.5 …

How would you feel day 12 of a 14 day lockdown? Would you fall in a heap or find the silver lining? What would be the most challenging aspect for you …

Everyone you have ever met is walking this earth with an interpretation of who they 'think' you are. You have met a shitload of people in your life. Are you going to stop and throw sticks at every dog that barks though? …

Here's what I know. Sit down, be quiet and keep calm are words that have never really tracked with me. I know there's so much out there on moderating your feelings, but FFS have we forgotten that it's ok to feel? It's …

An emotional trigger is anything — including memories, experiences, or events — that sparks an intense emotional reaction, regardless of your current …

Every decision is either taking you towards that thing you want or away from it. My mental health is a full time job. Most people's is, it's just …

2020 is coming to a close, and I know many of us are keen to flick the calender over into a fresh new year but not so fast. 
It's important to pay homage to the year just gone before we look at what's next. I have some …

At some point we will start to become aware of the person we want to be, but how often do you align that with the things that you will need to do to become them? Laura Higgins from the Marketing Powerhouse that is Lala …

I am all for emotional agility, positive thinking and personal development. First though, you need to go through some shit. It's there for a reason and all emotions are welcome at the table. Tis the season where we're …

Mate. I am the ultimate Nat Kringoudis fan girl after our chat. I loved her before, but I would happily follow her around holding her purse for her. …

We are all going to get triggered, tested or challenged. Depending on how much work you've done around your limiting beliefs and thought patterns in general will depend how often. This is a real time poddy. In this …

COMPASSION. One of the most underrated tools you will have in your self soothing kit. I give it 5 stars consistently. 

This week we go over the why, …

Amy Molloy, wordsmith, Author, Editor, Qualified Councillor, Wife, Mum and all round great time joins us for this episode and it's GOLD. Amy was …

If you have ever tried to do anything new at some point you would have experienced resistance. It’s a drag for reals. 

No one loves it but it doesn’t …

If you're human you would be familiar with the hot loneliness that comes around occasionally. It's an ache, a longing and a real soul drainer if you …

Self-sabotage refers to behaviors or thought patterns that hold you back and prevent you from doing what you want to do. We all have them and there's …

BOUNDARIES. Boundaries aren’t put in place to hurt or offend anyone else, they are there to protect your peace.
I've broken them down into 8 steps …

This episode is dedicated to my extra feely, passionate, aware and over thinking friends. My hopes for us all is that we strive towards understanding ourselves rather than judging, and wrap ourselves in compassion …

Are you addicted to doing courses, gaining permission or validation before you deem yourself worthy of doing "the thing"? Business Coach and Mastermind Mentor extroadinairè PETA SERRAS dive into the limiting beliefs …

Get curious with it is a phrase you will hear me use often, but what does that actually mean?  What does "getting curious" look like? How can it support your growth? You ask the questions, then what? 

Join me as I share …

Holistic Psychologist, Trauma Informed Therapist and addiction specialist Laura Corcoran from HER SUCCESSFUL MIND delivers one of the most insightful …

Your monthly cycle is so much more than your 3-5 day bleed. As women no two days are the same for us thanks to the constant ebb and flow of our hormones. Claire's book '50 things to know about your period' is out now …

Pleasure is not a dirty word in fact it's our birthright. What happens though when we are raised to believe something else or the turbulence in our …

If you have had a troublesome relationship with food and are keen to get off the 'Restrict - Binge - Restrict' cycle then this episode is a great place to start. Dr. Kirsty Seward - Dietician PhD talks Food Freedom, …

Author, Meditation Teacher, Hope Dealer, pun creator and divine mother of 3 Caitlin Cady joins us to demystify Meditation and share. how it's …

Trying to predict, control, micromanage or plan for what may happen is one sure fire way to rob you of your joy. 

Were you even aware that that's …

If you struggle to make decisions, get paralysis of analysis or simply want to get back on your own team then friend, this episode is for you. 

It's time to get back in the drivers seat of your life and start to trust …

Break ups are never easy. Divorces are even harder and then add a divorce or break up with children involved and you've got the whole kit and …

All bets are off right now, and every rule book we've ever had is out the window, except for one rule. However you are feeling is absolutely perfect. 

If you need a big old dose of positivity, optimism and real talk about achieving your goals then Olympic Athlete Danielle Kettlewell delivers on all …

Did you know bee's have their own language?

How about their roles within the hive?

Can you guess who does more work within the hive itself and how …

Have you got breast implants and thought about having them removed?

Are you thinking about having them done but you're not sure? In 2018 after 10 years I had to have them removed and what was an uncomfortable and …

If you aren’t already following the straight talking, sass packed the one and only PROFESSIONAL BABE Peta Serras you are missing out.

• We talk the …

You are not the person you were 5 years ago, 5 weeks or even 5 minutes ago so why do we often struggle with changing our minds? I made two big changes lately and both were uncomfortable but both very much the right …

It's Valentines Day week and love and couple'dom is erry- where. I love love, I'm totally here for it but I really want to unpack a whole bunch …

If you are all about real conversations with someone who has been in the trenches and risen from them then Emma Thompson from @emisforyou is your girl. We dive into 

- Mental Health

- Supporting our Teenagers and Kids …

Cultivating the ability to self soothe is not just for babies! It's a big ass deal for us adults too. Do you know what it is? Do you do it? Want to …

If you aren't familiar with Levi Walz @themindbodyguy you are missing out on one of the most knowledgeable men in the Health, Wellness and Fitness Industry I've ever come across and he sets us straight on a few 'weight …

This may just be one of my favourite episodes so far because of all of the AH-HA moments delivered by Mitch Wallis. CEO and Founder of Heart On My Sleeve - A movement dedicated to encouraging people to speak out and …

Sunday's are generally a day of rest and preparation for the week ahead, but what if you experience a sense of overwhelming fear and angst on a Sunday afternoon? If you do, you're not alone. Thousands of people feel the …

Charlotte Connell is a true mermaid at heart, a champion for the ocean and a Sustainability expert. We take a wild ride in this conversation covering 

- Sustainable Seafood

- Whats jeopardising our Oceans

- …

The energetics of exchange are major and this in my humble opinion is the absolute perfect time to set yourself up to 'close the loops' and call your …

The best plans can turn to shit, the best intentions can lead to pear shaped outcomes and life certainly loves a curve ball. We talk about the darker side of a well thought out day on the poddy this week that will …

“IMBIBE was founded with one singular purpose: to offer Next-Generation products that are effective, potent and support women at every stage of …

When you are the eternal optimist, and you want to believe that ‘this time’ things will be different, it’s really easy to keep breaking your own heart. Let’s go there.

This episode has it all. Honest and heartfelt guidance, off the cuff ramblings, easy to implement takeaways. It really has it all. 
Jess is one of those women who float into a room. Her smile looks like she actually …

BLAKE IS A PERFORMANCE & LIFESTYLE COACH, PERSONAL TRAINER, PRESENTER, AUTHOR & FOUNDER OF 6W2S. He's warm, funny and honest in our chat together and I know you're going to get so much out of it. 

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Self care is not all bubble baths and rose petals. It's prioritising, delegating and saying No. It's holding strong, it's softening and it's knowing …

Claire Obeid is a Certified Life + Wellness Coach, EFT, Meditation and Yoga Teacher who is also training in the area of Somatic Healing and Trauma. If you don't instantly feel more grounded simply by the sound of her …

Insights, Ah-ha's and giant spiritual nods were served up in this pearler of a conversation featuring Amy Mackenzie from Designing Her Life. We jam …

If you have ever thought that you want to deeply love yourself but just aren't sure where to start then this might just be it. There are so many ways …

If you love the universally awesome and want to hear whats possible to create within or alongside yourself then you are going to love this woman as …

If you are swimming in guilt, shame or regret about your choices or circumstances at present then this is the episode for you. 
- Self worth
- Judgement
- Mistakes
- Growth
- Who deserves a seat at your table
And so much …

I’ve been waiting to share this interview with you! @ecowithem is one of my favourite ECO Insta accounts to follow. She makes pals with her fears, …

Sean is a Holistic Health Coach, Personal Trainer and full on cheerleader for women encouraging them to not only believe in themselves but also take …

Ever get Anxious about getting Anxious? I did for years but now my relationship with it has completely changed. No one loves experiencing Anxiety or …

If you are a mother, becoming a mother or know a mother then you are going to get something from this episode. The incredible Luka Mccabe who is also a Mum, midwife, nurse plus childbirth and parenting educator joins us …

If you have ever found yourself feeling let down, resentful or frustrated (umm helloooo? Everyone) then there's a good chance you've been letting …

You're invited into an epic conversation around Ashy’s very personal and emotional journey to overcome intense negativity and low self esteem.
Growing up she faced the ongoing challenge of daily derision and …

You've got to admit, we have a tendency to complicate things whilst on this human-ing ride. What if we didn't though? What if we scaled it right back and simply 'Let it be Easy?' 

Enjoy friends xox

With a Bachelor of Psychological Science, Certificate in Coaching and Counselling and experience as a Helpline volunteer on the Anxiety Recovery …

REJECTION - No one loves it, but are you actually afraid of the 'No' or what you are making that 'No' mean for you?

Let's find out. 

If you loved this Episode be sure to share it or leave a review or let us know under …

Rock bottom is epic for a comeback but you don't need to wait until you are completely broken down to have the epiphanies and course corrections that bring about real change. Let's talk 'The High Bottom'..... 

We all want to be great at ‘love’ but what if we’re not, and we want to become better? This conversation with Relationship Coach Nicole Mathieson is …

Are you ruminating, replaying, holding on to or feeling weighed down by something? Are you ready to let it go? I've got you sweets. 

This week I pose …

Oooomph. Consider this your invitation to get all sorts of awkward with your triggers. Get up in their grill. Begin to understand them and also take a look at how you show up to confrontation. Why do you need someone …

Shan Cooper from My Food Religion is a Mum, bacon addict, coffee lover and food, health & wellness coach. It’s her goal to help you to get comfortable again in the kitchen through cooking classes, workshops and easy …

If you have ever let fear get in the way of what you wish to do, or let it dictate what you do, do - then this episode is an invitation towards changing that. A healthier relationship with Fear may just start here. Be …

Lauren Aletta is a modern day mystic and human consciousness explorer and someone I am so grateful to know. Energy worker, Author, Intuitive, Mother …

If you've ever wished that you didn't feel the way you were feeling, you may be missing the point. 

Anxiety, sadness, feelings of depression, fear? They can all be amazing messengers if you give them a chance. Katie …

If you want to know more about living in alignment, manifestation, raising your vibration and everything in between Shanny Kiss is your gal. Shanny …

So it begins! The first step in a marathon of dreams starts with the decision to throw yourself in the game. Are you holding out? Are you putting it …