Sophie's Real Relationships Podcast

Today, I interview Emma Jenkins from Mosaic Mediation and we talk about conflicts, in relationships as well as in the work environment, and what can …

Today, I interview Meta Killick from Living With Harmony Music Therapy and we discuss the importance of our voices in communication.  Voices are extremely complex things, which is why there are some we like and some we …

Today I interview Annabel Stewart and we talk about resilience & dealing with adversity. Different people react to different things differently …

Today, I interview Sam Sharma and we discuss one of the subjects a lot of people actually don't really like talking about... Money. Whether we like it or not, we have a relationship with money, good or bad.

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Today, I speak to Amanda Relyea-Voss and we talk about what it's like to be in a long-distance relationship, how to get through challenging times and exploring how to move forward in the future.

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Today, I interview Stacey Miller and we talk about the relationship we have with addictive substances. Dealing with addiction often means that you …

Today, I interview Tod Jacobs & Peter Lynn, co-authors of 'Not A Partnership' and we discuss how ancient wisdom could be applied to modern …

Today, I interview Mary Lunnen and we talk about how being an introvert or an extrovert can affect your relationships. Not quite like opposites attract but is it better to be the same or not? And how do you handle the …

Today, I interview Carrie Brooks and we talk about self esteem, self worth, self confidence as well as positive psychology. There are ways and means …

Today I interview Sophia Giblin from Treasure Time & the Clear Sky Children's charity about the importance of the relationship between parent and child. It might sound obvious but it is key to get it right and isn't …

Today, I talk to Ethan Willis who shares with us how his life was turned around after finding his girlfriend dead. His journey through grief however, was far from the norm and profoundly changed his life, setting him on …

Today, I interview Amanda Relyea-Voss and we talk about the relationship we all have with our own bodies. Whilst some people feel perfectly fine as they are, a number of others will struggle with diets or the way they …

Today, I interview Stacey Miller and we talk about the best way to handle mental health issues. Many of us will experience a mental health problem at …

Today, I interview Mary Lunnen from Dare to Blossom and we talk about the meaning of purpose. 

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Today, I interview Jonathon Aslay who lost his son suddenly and we talk about his journey through loss and grief, as well as how he got to a place a …

Today I interview Sheryl Andrews from Step By Step Listening and we discuss the importance of listening, properly... It might sound obvious but very few people actually listen to what others are saying. Yet, listening …

Today, I interview Matt Brown from Develop Your People, and we talk about the importance of self-improvement in general, but particularly in the …

Today, I interview Emma James from Em-Powering Change, and funnily enough, we discuss change... From explaining why we sometimes fear change, to breaking habits, feeling in limbo and the impact it has on our lives if we …

Today, I interview Donna Neseyif from Baobab Growth, who lets us into her life journey which took a different turn after a random encounter on a train. We talk about being true to ourselves and what really matters, …

Today, I interview Lesley, who shares with us how she got to meet her now husband at work, after spending a considerable time abroad. She shares her …

Today, I interview Simon Childs and we talk about the importance of true leadership in the workplace.

Relationships are at the core of everything we do and a real business leader will be able to increase the performance …

Today, I interview Caroline Rupik, a Wills & Probate Associate, about the difficult conversations surrounding money & death. The importance …

Today, I interview Linda Runstein from Connection Dating Academy, and we talk about the science of love... We discuss how neurobiology and research …

Today, I interview Annie Corder-Mills from New Forest Mind, Body & Spirit and we talk about the importance of well-being. Feeling good in yourself is essential to a happy balanced life and the way to tackle a lot of …

Today, I interview Mark Flanders who shares with us his story of loss. Losing a life partner is extremely difficult, especially at a young age, and …

In today's episode, I interview Sam Griffiths - Health & Wellness Coach, about his experience of dealing with clinical depression. Whilst mental health issues in men are currently very prominent in the media, I feel …

Today, I interview Rick Soetebier, Dating & Relationship Coach, and we talk about what makes for a great relationship... It's important to realise that the foundations are just as important as the rest so it really …

Today, I talk to Sue who shares how she found love and got married later on in life. Things don't always happen as planned (or as it does in movies...) so it's important to remember that finding the right partner is a …

Today, I interview Karen, whose husband Keith has been battling depression for a number of years. We talk about the impact this has had on the relationship but also on Karen herself, as well as discussing how mental …

Today, I talk to Jewels Carter who tells us of her own relationship journey, which has really been full of surprises... And quite a few things really …

Today, I interview John V. Denley from Unscramble Your Mind, discussing his own experience of dealing with depression as a man. He talks about his …

Today, I interview Jonathon Aslay - Dating Coach, and we talk about the emotional triggers associated with the rollercoaster of dating, the main …

Today, I interview RJ Harper from New York City, who escaped the terrorist attacks of the World Trade Center not once but twice. He shares with us his story and the emotions associated with what happened to him not only …

Today, I interview Sean & Coralie, who found love and each other when they weren't looking... Having both been married previously, they met later …

Today, I interview Rabbi Manis Friedman, who shares with us his views on love, intimacy and marriage. He explains why he believes relationships are struggling to work out in the modern age and how the rise in divorces …

Today, I interview Nikie Forster from Curious Lighthouse and this week's episode focuses on our relationship with learning. We start learning the minute we are born and don't really ever stop but the way we look at our …

Today, I interview Collette Gee from Finding Happily about domestic abuse and how to deal with an unhealthy relationships. Having experienced …

In today's episode, I interview Mick Collins (Raconteur Extraordinaire but also Chocolatier...) about his own love journey. He shares with us in his …

Today, I interview Kari Roberts, a Parenting Specialist & Emotional Resilience Coach, about the importance of maintaining good relationships when …

Today, I interview Sophie Gibson from Acacia Dreams about BDD - Body Dysmorphic Disorder.

We talk about body image, understanding eating disorders and also our perception, not just to others but within ourselves. 

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Today's episode focuses on mental health and anxiety. I speak to Cathy, who has been suffering for a number of years and we discuss how it affects her on a daily basis as well as her thoughts on how to deal with it.

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Today, I interview Helen, who tells us how in her case, the journey to true love indeed did not run smooth. Helen shares with us how she learnt from the past, experiencing personal growth in the process and eventually …

Today, I interview Lucy and we talk about the challenges she had to face when she came out as being gay. Lucy has a faith but found that herself …

Today, I interview Dr Katie Hodgkinson from Hampshire Health & Hormones and we discuss how relationships can be affected by hormones by both men & women. Most people will know the effects of the menopause but …

Today, I interview Mark Bradford, a single dad of 2 who lives in the Midwest in the US. We discuss the difficulties of dating in general, online …

Today, I interview Tracy Jordan, a HR Professional, about the sometime difficult nature of managing relationships in the workplace. Whether it's …

Today, I interview Lucy and we talk about what it's like to fall in love with someone in a work environment. Our musings take us discussing marriage …

Today, I interview Emilie Holland, a Family Law Solicitor from Trethowans, and we discuss the impact of divorce on a couple, their children and even …

Today, I interview Priya Tourkow, a Relationship Counsellor, and we discuss how intimacy is essential to relationships, from forming to deepening the bond between two people. We also talk about what to do if it starts …

Today, I interview Susannah Alexander, a Nutritional Therapist from London, and we discuss the importance of having a healthy relationship with food. It is however easier said than done so amongst other things, we talk …

Today I interview John V. Denley about what it's like to be going through the dating process when you suffer from social anxiety. John shares with us how he has recovered from depression, his journey to love and how his …

Today,  I interview Holly, who tells us about the twists and turns of her love journey. Relationships can be very complicated indeed and what started …

Today I interview Michael Birchmore, who tells us about his own personal development journey. We sometimes forget that the most important relationship of all is the one that we have with ourselves, so it is important to …

Today, I interview Kim Searle about what it's like to go through a midlife crisis and what can be done about it, as well as various musings about life changes.

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Today, I interview Charlie Parker-Quaife about her difficult start in life and the relationship with her mother. Dealing with abuse as a young child …

Today, I interview Benedita Sousa, who tells us about her journey to love and how she met her partner Ian. As well as being in a relationship, they …

Today, I interview Joanne Lockwood about her transgender journey. Acceptance had to come not only from herself but also from her family and friends, as her decision didn't just affect her, but also those who knew and …

Today, I interview Sam Griffiths, a Health Performance Coach, about the relationship that we have with food. It isn't always as straight forward as 'going on a diet' or eating healthily and success will be dependant on …

Today, I interview Liz Hickey from Cupio, and we discuss the benefits of matchmaking for single professionals who may otherwise struggle to meet their perfect match and relationship. We talk about issues and …

Today, i interview RJ Harper, a model from NYC, about his views on being single and dating. 

Join me to listen to his story and why sometimes, it's best to be on your own.

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Today, I interview Trisha Lewis about her relationship journey. We can sometimes forget that life isn't a Disney movie and that Prince Charming doesn't always show up on his white horse at a convenient time.

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Today, I interview Collette Gee, a fellow Relationship Expert, about what it's like to use a Dating Coach, as well as the benefits of doing so. We …

Today, I interview Holly McKusker, a Matchmaker from Florida, who reveals what single people should really know about matchmaking and why they …

Today I interview Jonathan Hines about his relationship journey and coming out as a gay man.

Join us and listen to his story, as it is sometimes easier than you think for people to accept you as you are...

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Today, I interview Mark Bradford, Author of the book 'The Status Game' and we cover various aspects of dating, as well as what single people going …

Today, I interview Mike Dyer, a Family Law Solicitor based in the UK, and we discuss seeking legal advice when a relationship breaks down. It is a …

Today, I interview Vie Portland who tells us her story of self-acceptance. We discuss how we can be impacted by the judgement of other people and the importance of being true to yourself.

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Today, I interview Louise Bowditch and we discuss the impact of the menopause on relationships. It is a far more difficult period to go through than …

Today, I interview Trisha Lewis, a Communication Coach, about the importance of communicating properly not only with others but also with ourselves, as our very own self-talk can sometimes be quite damaging.

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Today, I interview Nikki who shares her story with us and her tips to a very successful marriage. 

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Today, I interview Kevin who tells us about his journey of self-acceptance and being gay. 

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After being married for nearly 30 years, Gabriele left her husband and started a completely new life abroad, leaving everything for a man she had met when she was younger. Their relationship is very different from …

It is becoming more and more common to have reconstituted families so today I interview Kari Roberts about how to handle children, step-children and new relationships.

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Today, I interview Tim, a professional in his thirties, who suffered from depression after he encountered a few personal difficulties. Mental health …

In today's episode, I interview Lisa Johnson about how she walked away from domestic violence and rebuilt her life.

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Today I interview Gemma, who met her husband the other side of the world (but who turned out to live down the road). It certainly wasn't love at first sight as he actually wasn't her type but then things developed...

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Today's episode is about finding the right partner. For most people, it's often a bit of a journey and Charlie shares hers with us, explaining how the path to true love doesn't always run smoothly...

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Today, I interview Hannah Walton about grief and how she dealt with the unexpected death of her father. Grieving is a very personal process that takes time but there are certain things that can help us go through it.

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Today I interview Fiona, who has been in a relationship with an older man for the past 10 years. We discuss some of the perks and challenges, as well …

Today, I interview Sophie Gibson, who runs Acacia Dreams, a support group for people struggling with eating and body image. We talk about her own journey and the struggles she's had to face.

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Today, I interview Tracy Jordan of Northwood HR and we discuss how personal relationships have an impact on performance and productivity. Some …

Today, I interview Collette Gee, a Dating & Relationship Coach from L.A. about what it's like to be in an interracial marriage and the issues …

Today, I interview RJ Harper, a model from New York City, who has taken part in the Hunks4Hope initiative against domestic violence. We talk about …

Today, I interview Cathy who talks about her son's extreme anxiety, and how his life has been changed thanks to NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming).

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In this episode, I interview Samantha Collins from Eric Robinson Solicitors. We discuss what needs to be taken into consideration when a relationship …

Today's episode focuses on what makes for happy and healthy relationships. My guest Darren tells us what he has found forms the basis of a good partnership and how his couple has grown from strength to strength.

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In this episode, I interview Helen Llewellyn about her own journey towards self-acceptance. We also discuss the pressures of society and that other people can put on us.

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The emotional roller coaster of dating should not be underestimated, and that is especially true if you decide to try online dating.

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Today, I interview Benjamin Dennehy, The UK's Most Hated Sales Trainer, about building better business relationships. It is all about communication …

Domestic abuse is more widespread than we realise. Today, I interview Lila Green, who tells us about her own story and how it has affected her life, but also what she is doing now to raise awareness of the problem. 

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Getting married isn't just about the good times, it is also pulling through when things get difficult. Today, I interview Kram, who will share how he …

It isn't easy to find love but it is also important to take the time to find the right person. In this first episode, I interview Sarah Duggan, who has been single for 3 years and navigating through the world of online …