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Season 2: EP 14 - Bonus Interview - Turning Pain into Purpose.

Soul Care Healing: The Podcast

Release Date: 04/11/2025

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Soul Care Healing: The Podcast

What happens when your biggest strength (your brilliant brain) starts running the whole show… and your heart gets left behind?   In this episode, I’m talking directly to my brainy ladies, the high-functioning, hyper-intelligent women who live for numbers, strategy, and solving problems. You know exactly how to fix everything… except maybe yourself.   If you’ve built success by thinking your way through life, but still feel disconnected, stuck, or just plain exhausted, this one’s for you. I’ll share why relying only on your head leaves your heart behind and how that...

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Are you living the story you’re selling… or are you quietly faking it to keep up the façade?   This one’s a little provocative, soulie, but it’s time. We’re talking about what happens when the story you’re telling the world doesn’t match the life you’re living.   In this episode, I open up about ego, inauthenticity, and the sneaky ways trauma can show up in how we lead, build, and “brand” ourselves. From the wellness space to entrepreneurship, we’re unpacking how easy it is to get caught in the performance trap, and how to come home to truth instead.  ...

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Ever wondered if the stress, burnout, or people-pleasing in your business might be your trauma talking?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I’m sharing how trauma can quietly shape the way you lead, work, and make decisions in business, often without you even realising it. We’ll explore what’s really happening in your body when old wounds flare up as overwhelm, procrastination, or perfectionism, and how to bring yourself back into alignment when that happens.   You’ll learn how to spot when your nervous system is running the show, how to transform trauma-driven reactions...

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Have you ever wondered if your business decisions are being driven by something deeper than strategy, maybe even by unhealed parts of you?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I open up about something many high-functioning women rarely talk about, how trauma can quietly shape the way we show up in business. I share what it’s been like to build a purpose-driven business while carrying old patterns of fear, scarcity and survival, and how those experiences can lead to over-giving, over-investing, or trying to prove your worth through success.   You’ll learn how past...

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What if the missing piece in your confidence isn’t about doing more, but about appreciating yourself for what you already do?   This episode is all about radical self-appreciation. The practise of validating yourself, even when no one else claps for you. Because being the go-to woman for everyone else can leave you tired, resentful and wondering when it’s your turn to feel seen.   I’ll share why boundaries are the secret to giving without burning out, how small daily wins can transform the way you see yourself, and the difference between ego-driven giving and heart-based...

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Soul Care Healing: The Podcast

What if leadership wasn’t about being the loudest in the room, but about creating spaces where every voice counts?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I talk about the Outer Game of Leadership. This is part two of my leadership mini-series, and it’s all about how we show up in the world as leaders, not just for ourselves, but for the people around us.   I share why listening is a true superpower, how to create environments where ideas can flow (it’s not just in boardrooms), and why confidence in leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but knowing when to step...

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What if the real secret to being a brilliant leader isn’t in the boardroom but in the way you wake up, wind down, and carry yourself when no one’s clapping?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I’m talk about the inner game of leadership. Because leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about how you show up in your mornings, your nights, and the quiet moments no one else sees.   I’ll share why accountability (not deflection) separates the good from the great, how to let go of past wounds that keep you stuck, and why confidence is a muscle you build one small win at a...

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What are your kids learning from the way you work and live, balance or burnout?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I’m talking about something that sits right at the heart of my work and my why - breaking the cycle of generational burnout.   I share what I’ve learned from my own brushes with burnout, the subtle signs to look out for, and the wellbeing promises I keep to myself to stay steady. Together, we talk about how the way we live, work, and rest is teaching the next generation either to survive in exhaustion or thrive in confidence and wellbeing.   If you’ve...

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Do you ever feel like self-doubt is running the show, even when you know deep down you’re capable?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I’m getting real about the voice we all know too well: self-doubt. I share my own story of how it shows up for me, even as a coach, and the surprising way I shift it in the moment.   You’ll learn how to spot the difference between your true voice and the echo of other people’s criticism. I’ll also guide you through a simple singing practise that calms your nervous system, steadies your heart, and helps you reclaim your confidence....

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How do you keep parenting, leading, and showing up when grief knocks the wind out of you?   In this episode of The Soulie Insider, I’m speaking straight to my high-functioning women who are holding families, businesses, and careers together while quietly carrying the weight of grief. I know what it feels like, the celebrations, the meetings, the obligations don’t stop, even when your heart is breaking.   You’ll learn why honouring your grief isn’t weakness but a form of strength. I share practices that support your nervous system regulation when the waves roll in, from...

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SEASON 2, BONUS EP 14 - In this special episode, Caleb Maxwell steps in to uncover the heartfelt story behind Soul Care Healing with Gayle. Through raw vulnerability and inspiring reflections, Gayle shares how personal tragedies, family challenges, and a deep calling transformed her from a hairdresser of 25 years into a wellbeing mentor dedicated to helping others find peace and grace. Whether you’re seeking resilience, healing, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone, this episode offers a warm, relatable journey of turning pain into purpose.

Content Warning: This episode discusses mental illness, addiction, and sudden loss, which may be sensitive for some listeners.

In This Episode, We Cover:

  • Uncover Gayle’s journey from hairdresser to wellbeing mentor, sparked by 25 years of listening and personal trials.

  • Feel the weight of tragedy and how it shaped Gayle’s mission to help others heal.

  • Learn why regrets matter and how addressing them early can change your life’s end.

  • Embrace emotional wellness through Gayle’s approach of peace, grace, and resilience.

  • Discover Soul Care Healing’s offerings, from retreats to a free toolkit for all.

  • Find hope in forgiveness, as Gayle shares her family’s raw, redemptive story.

 

If today’s episode resonated with you, take the next step and join The Toolkit – a free resource to help you deepen your self-discovery: https://courses.soulcarehealing.com.au/thetoolkit

 

Timestamps / Chapter Markers

00:00:17 Welcome & Introduction - Caleb takes over the podcast!

00:01:08 Gayle's Motivation for Starting Soul Care Healing

00:03:12 The "Reward" for Life's Challenges

00:03:30 Life Pulls The Rug - Finding Healing in Sorrow

00:05:07 People Sharing at the End of Life & Regret

00:06:49 Not a Good Counsellor - Finding the Silver Linings

00:09:41 Seeking Counsel & Prejudiced Advice

00:10:46 Healing is Yours to Share

00:11:54 What Is Soul Care Healing?

00:12:20 Peace and Grace - Where the Magic Is

00:15:06 How Can Soul Care Healing Show Up for You?

00:15:36 Emotional Health Impacts Everything

00:17:06 Thank or Regret Your Choices

00:17:30 God Gave Me a Sign - Writing the Book

00:19:21 Writing Transported Me Back - Emotional Challenges

00:22:00 Seeing the Soul Beyond Illness

00:22:39 Who Am I Not Caring?

00:24:55 The Truth Will Set You Free

00:28:35 Live a Life You're Proud Of

00:29:16 Grief is Space

00:31:17 Build Resilience to Flow Through Life

00:32:12 Meditation, Visualization, Journaling

00:33:10 Disconnected from Yourself? A Safe Space

00:33:55 I Am Your Guide

00:34:20 Need Direction & Resilience?

00:35:11 Meeting You Where You're At

00:35:25 Tools To Feel Better Now

00:36:29 Free Mindful Women's Toolkit (and resources for men)

 

Mark your calendars for April when the Mindful Women’s Toolkit drops—free for everyone, because healing’s for all of us. Life is short—find your meaningful moments. Thanks for being part of something bigger with us, soulies!

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