In an Imperfect World

Sarah, with special guest Steph Elswood, an inspirational businesswoman who has significantly influenced the lives of many women through her journey and ventures.Episode Highlights:Dancing Beginnings:Steph discusses her early initiation into dancing at age four, a journey that helped her build friendships and confidence, shaping her personality and dreams​.Challenges and Triumphs:The episode delves into the struggles Steph faced, including her battle with an eating disorder and how it intertwined with her dance career.Stay Sassy Initiative:Steph shares the touching story behind 'Stay Sassy,' inspired by her late grandmother. The project focuses on empowering women through dance and has successfully raised nearly £100,000 for charities​.The Power of Expression:Emphasizing the importance of self-expression and body movement, Steph explains how Stay Sassy is more about personal expression than mastering choreography​.Social Media and Recovery:Steph reflects on her turbulent relationship with social media, initially starting as a food page to aid in her recovery journey​.Shift to a Plant-Based Diet:An emotional documentary prompted Steph to shift to a plant-based diet, focusing not just on aesthetics but on broader ethical reasons like environmental and animal welfare​.Sobriety and Mental Health:Steph talks about her decision to become sober, highlighting how this choice was influenced by her mental health and the desire for a healthier lifestyle​.Developing a Non-Alcoholic Cocktail:Driven by a lack of appealing non-alcoholic options, Steph discusses the development of her non-alcoholic cocktail, aiming to create a luxurious, celebratory drink that aligns with her sober lifestyle​.Carews Brand Launch:The launch of her non-alcoholic cocktail brand, Carews, signifies a movement towards inclusive social experiences, breaking the stigma around non-alcoholic choices​.Navigating the Holiday Season Sober:Steph provides insights on managing sobriety during festive seasons, emphasizing the importance of setting personal boundaries and understanding individual needs​.Connect with Steph Elswood:Instagram @stephelswoodLink Tree hereConnect with Us:Subscribe for more episodes of "In an Imperfect World."Follow us on @inanimperfectworldpod for updates and exclusive content.Share your thoughts and feedback on this episode.And, if you're interested in joining Sarah's 10-week weight loss challenge or inquiring about her coaching, visit https://sarahcattersoncoaching.org/coaching-services/Use "IMPERFECTWORLD" for 10% off Sarahs Fitness App

Sarah, featuring special guest Amie Wiley, a renowned online coach and personal trainer, creator of "Active with Amie" and author of a successful gratitude journal.Episode Highlights:Journey to New York:Amie shares her recent move to New York, discussing the challenges and excitement of relocating, including visa hurdles and the joy of achieving a long-held dream.Solo Travel Adventures:Insights into Amie's solo travels, including trips to Marbella, Amsterdam, and her love for independence and confidence gained through these experiences.Content Creation in Ireland vs New York:A comparison of the content creation scene in Ireland and New York, and why Amie feels more driven in the bustling environment of the latter.The '75 Days Hard' Challenge:An in-depth look at Amie's experience with the '75 Days Hard' challenge, covering the rigorous routine and its impact on her health, productivity, and mindset.Mindfulness and Self-Discovery:Amie discusses her journey of self-discovery, identifying as an extroverted introvert, and the importance of mindfulness in her life and coaching.Cultural Experiences:Recollections of Amie's time in Bali and Vietnam, highlighting the cultural shocks and local interactions that enriched her understanding of different lifestyles.Balancing Work and Personal Growth:The struggle of managing a coaching business and personal life, especially when living in holiday destinations like Bali.Editing Skills and Potential Courses:Amie's evolution in video editing skills and her thoughts on potentially creating an editing course for her followers.Psychology of Happiness:How Amie's background in psychology influences her coaching philosophy and personal happiness.Gratitude for Humble Beginnings:Amie reflects on her upbringing in a low-income family and how this shaped her gratitude, resilience, and approach to business.Connect with Aimee:Instagram @amie_wileyConnect with Us:Subscribe for more episodes of "In an Imperfect World."Follow us on @inanimperfectworldpod for updates and exclusive content.Share your thoughts and feedback on this episode.And, if you're interested in joining Sarah's 10-week weight loss challenge or inquiring about her coaching, visit https://sarahcattersoncoaching.org/coaching-services/Use "IMPERFECTWORLD" for 10% off Sarahs Fitness App

Episode 42 of "In an Imperfect World," hosted by Sarah Catterson. This episode features an enlightening conversation with Sean Casey, a 23-year-old successful businessman and personal trainer known for his innovative approach to online coaching and his venture, The Social Circle​.Sean Casey's Rise to Fame: Delve into the story of how Sean built his empire, amassing over 3 million followers on social media and impacting the fitness world. Discover his journey from personal training to helping other coaches thrive in the competitive online fitness landscape​.The Struggles Behind Success: Sean opens up about the challenges he faced, including his battle with anxiety, and substance abuse, and the transformation he underwent to find his path in fitness and business. Learn about his experiences during lockdown, which became a turning point in his life and career​.Building The Social Circle: Explore the inception and development of The Social Circle, a unique platform that fosters a supportive community for coaches in the fitness industry. Sean shares the philosophy behind its creation and its impact on participants​.Overcoming Copycats and Embracing Authenticity: Sean discusses the challenges of seeing his content being replicated by others and emphasizes the importance of originality and personal touch in creating engaging and successful online content​.Business Insights and Growth Strategies: Gain insights from Sean on building a successful business, including his take on social media strategies, audience engagement, and dealing with negative feedback. Discover the mindset and practices that propelled his rapid growth in the fitness industry​.Navigating Public Speaking and Personal Challenges: Sean shares his experience with public speaking, revealing his ongoing struggles with anxiety and how he's learning to manage these challenges while maintaining a successful public presence​.Demystifying the Entrepreneurial Lifestyle: Uncover the reality behind the perceived lifestyles of successful entrepreneurs. Sean debunks common myths about morning routines and productivity hacks, advocating for a more practical approach to business growth and personal well-being​.Conclusion: The episode concludes with valuable lessons from Sean Casey on resilience, authenticity, and the power of a supportive community in achieving success. It serves as an inspiration for anyone looking to make their mark in the fitness industry or any entrepreneurial venture.This episode provides a blend of personal stories, practical business advice, and motivational insights, making it a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone facing personal or professional challenges.Dive deeper into Sean Casey's fitness philosophy and join his vibrant community by following his social media channels. Whether you're seeking fitness tips, business insights, or just daily inspiration, Sean's platforms are a treasure trove of valuable content.Instagram: here.YouTube: here.TikTok: here.Spotify: here.Apple Podcasts: here.And, if you're interested in joining Sarah's 10-week weight loss challenge or inquiring about her coaching, visit https://sarahcattersoncoaching.org/coaching-services/Use "IMPERFECTWORLD" for 10% off Sarahs Fitness App

In this episode, join Sarah as she sits down with the incredibly talented and multifaceted Enya Martin, better known as Gizalaugh. Enya is a force to be reckoned with—she's a fitness coach, comedian, podcaster, and soon-to-be author and filmmaker.The conversation delves deep into the challenges and rewards of pursuing multiple passions. Enya shares her journey, from growing up in a modest background to becoming a successful entrepreneur and entertainer. Her insights into the world of comedy, fitness, and managing an array of projects simultaneously offer a unique perspective for listeners.Enya opens up about the struggles of balancing a hectic schedule, the pressure to be perfect, and the fear of being idle. The discussion covers the emotional toll of social media, dealing with criticism, and finding motivation in the face of overwhelming tasks.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the mindset of a go-getter, how to navigate the ups and downs of pursuing dreams, and the importance of self-care amid a whirlwind of responsibilities.Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, an aspiring comedian, or someone navigating a busy life with multiple interests, this episode provides inspiration and a candid look into the realities of chasing dreams.Tune in for an engaging and enlightening conversation with Enya Martin, and discover how she manages to keep the laughter alive while building a successful career in both fitness and comedy.Connect with Enya Martin:Instagram: @gizalaugh_Instagram Coaching: @coachenyaAnd, if you're interested in joining Sarah's 10-week weight loss challenge or inquiring about her coaching, visit https://sarahcattersoncoaching.org/coaching-services/Use "IMPERFECTWORLD" for 10% off Sarahs Fitness AppTopics:Comedy in the Digital Age, Balancing Fitness and Comedy Careers, Overcoming Financial Challenges, Dealing with Criticism on Social Media, The Impulse of Impulsive Decisions, Managing Overwhelming Schedules, The Fear of Being Idle, Pursuing Passion Projects: Writing a Book and Making a Movie, Family Dynamics in Comedy, Breaking into the UK Comedy Scene, Comedy and Personal Growth, The Comedy Community and Support, ADHD and its Influence on Decision-Making, Navigating the Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship, Juggling Multiple Projects and Time Management