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This week I had the pleasure of travelling to Cheltenham to hear the brilliant Lee McQueen speak about transformation, high performance and building habits that last. Although many people know Lee for his incredible achievements in business, what struck me most was how much emphasis he placed on looking after the body as well as the mind. He spoke about the importance of nutrition as the foundation of performance—planning your meals, keeping your protein intake consistent, an

What happens when ambition, achievement and wellbeing meet? A recent conversation with Mike Soutar from BBC’s The Apprentice gave me the perfect opportunity to reflect on something that sits at the heart of both Serenity Studio and The Serenity Reset: how do we keep our passion for life without burning ourselves out in the process? Sometimes a photograph captures far more than the moment itself. Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting Mike Soutar, known to millions as one of

One of the loveliest things about Serenity Muay Thai and Yoga is that it really is a family space — in every sense of the word. Behind the classes, the pads, the yoga mats, the breathwork, the bolsters, the gloves, the occasional child wandering in looking for a snack, and the endless juggling of family life, is our little team working together to create a studio where everyone feels welcome. I absolutely love working alongside my husband, Ekachy, at Serenity. He brings so mu

Wim with my book "The Serenity Reset' in his right hand There are some moments in life that feel quietly surreal. Spending time with Wim Hof just after his 67th birthday was one of them. Known around the world as “The Iceman,” Wim Hof has spent decades challenging what many of us believe is possible within the human body. Through breathwork, cold exposure and mindset, his work has opened up a global conversation around resilience, stress, the immune system, inflammation, the

There are certain sentences you never imagine saying in your life. Sentences such as: “Could you just do Wild Thing on the piano?” Or: “The light is better over there.” Or, my personal favourite: “Just carefully climb onto the musical instrument and fling your heart open towards the heavens.” And yet, there I was. In my 50s. On a piano. Doing Wild Thing. As you do. For anyone unfamiliar with yoga, Wild Thing is a beautiful, expansive heart-opening pose. On a yoga mat, it can

Well, it has finally happened. After decades of being deeply glamorous in my own kitchen, occasionally covered in dog hair, yoga props, oat milk and the emotional residue of running a business, I am going to be on the front cover of OM Yoga & Lifestyle Magazine. Yes. The actual cover. In my 50s. So naturally, I am behaving with complete dignity and maturity. By which I mean I may have squealed, stared at the photos, zoomed in far too closely, questioned every facial expressio

I’m so excited to share that I’ll be featured on the front cover of OM Yoga & Lifestyle Magazine on 1st July, with a three-page spread all about my journey, The Serenity Reset, nervous system healing, yoga, breathwork, burnout recovery and fibromyalgia. In the article, I talk about how my own experience of burnout and fibromyalgia led me to create The Serenity Reset — a compassionate, nervous-system-centred approach combining yoga, breathwork, meditation, NLP, nutrition, rest

I was standing at the end of a pier in Greece… taking in the sea, the stillness… And yes — before you ask — I was there on a Wim Hof Method experience weekend… so it’s slightly less random that Wim Hof came to stand next to me 😄 We got chatting… and somehow the conversation turned to longevity… and then… whales. Not just any whales. The Bowhead whale — the longest living mammal on the planet. Some live over 200 years. (I did briefly wonder if that was because I’d just been s

Trauma isn’t “stored in your hips” like an emotional lost-property cupboard. And your psoas probably isn’t sitting there writing sad poetry. A recent neuroscience article challenges the popular idea that “the body keeps the score.” Their argument? The body doesn’t store trauma — the brain keeps predicting it. In simple terms: after repeated stress or trauma, your brain can become a very dramatic fortune teller. “No tiger? Doesn’t matter. I predict tiger.” So your heart races,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8APagj207M&t=1504s There are some conversations that stay with you long after the cameras stop rolling. Being invited onto TrueNorth with Anne Dawson was one of those moments. Anne spent 26 years presenting on QVC, becoming a familiar and trusted face in homes across the country. She now hosts TrueNorth, where she explores the stories of people who have overcome challenges and are making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It was a

There are moments in life that don’t just teach you something new… They you of something you already knew, deep down. Training with Wim Hof was one of those moments for me. Not because he handed over some secret. But because he stripped everything back to something beautifully simple: You already have the power. The Message That Stayed With Me Among everything he shared, a few truths landed deeply: “Have faith in yourself.” “You are the owner of your own brain.” “Be the mast

There are moments in life when you meet someone and instantly recognise something familiar—not in their story, but in their energy. Meeting Jessica Cunningham was one of those moments. You might know her from The Apprentice or Celebrity Big Brother, or as a hugely successful entrepreneur and millionaire. On paper, she’s the definition of driven. Add to that being a mother of five (and pregnant with number six), and it’s easy to assume she’s simply built differently. But benea

Most people think breathing is simple: Inhale oxygen. Exhale carbon dioxide. Job done. But your body is far more clever than that. Your breath is not just keeping you alive — it is helping decide how much oxygen reaches your muscles, brain, organs, and nervous system. And this is one of the reasons breathwork and yoga can be so powerful. Your Blood Has an Oxygen Delivery Service Imagine your blood is running a delivery company. Inside your red blood cells is a protein called

Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting Sarah Willingham from Dragons’ Den (two series) and Restaurant Rescue. I couldn’t help but notice how much her philosophy mirrors my recently released book, The Serenity Reset. (Spoiler: no dragons were harmed in the making of this insight.) Like the Serenity Reset, Sarah is a fierce advocate for balance. One thing she said made me smile and nod vigorously: “Whatever it is that balances you should not be sacrificed.” (Translation: if it

I had a moment recently that really stayed with me. I caught up with Lee McQueen—(winner of The Apprentice)—and for the first time since finishing it, I handed him my book, The Serenity Reset. He was genuinely delighted. Not just polite or interested, but properly pleased to see that I’d created something meaningful. Something that could actually help people. There’s a photo of him holding the book, and for me, it represents more than just a nice moment… It represents a shift

Your Nervous System Doesn’t Speak English (And Other Things David JP Phillips Accidentally Proved for The Serenity Reset) There’s a moment we’ve all had. Someone explains something perfectly. The logic is flawless. The PowerPoint is immaculate. And yet… nothing lands. Your head nods politely while your nervous system quietly whispers, “Absolutely not.” That’s because, inconveniently, humans don’t learn the way we think we do. And this is where world-renowned communication ex

Burnout doesn’t only affect people who are struggling. It often shows up in the lives of those who appear to be thriving. Sarah Davies – entrepreneur, founder of Crafter’s Companion, Dragon on Dragon’s Den for six seasons, and a recent star of Strictly Come Dancing – is a powerful example of this truth. Outwardly successful, driven, and capable, she has also been open about the need to step back, listen to her body, and choose a different way of living when the pressure becom

Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting Sarah Willingham from Dragons’ Den (two series) and Restaurant Rescue. I couldn’t help but notice how much her philosophy mirrors my recent book ‘The Serenity Reset’. (Spoiler: no dragons were harmed in the making of this insight.) Like the Serenity Reset, Sarah is a fierce advocate for balance. One thing she said made me smile and nod vigorously: “Whatever it is that balances you should not be sacrificed.” (Translation: if it keeps you

At a large business event, a living legend of the coaching world shared a message that cut straight through the noise: if you do nothing different, nothing will change. The speaker was Jim Francis, a renowned business coach and public speaker known for his no-nonsense approach to personal responsibility and action. His message was simple, but powerful: Don’t find yourself … design yourself. Too many people wait for clarity, confidence, or the “right moment” before taking acti

The Serenity Reset Is Here — And It’s Time to Begin Again On 2nd January 2026, I finally got to share something that has lived in my heart for years. My new book, The Serenity Reset, stepped out into the world — a day after the new year began, almost as if it waited politely for the celebrations to quieten before whispering: “Are you ready now?” And honestly? The timing couldn’t be more perfect. Why This Book? Why Now? For many of us, the start of a year is loud with pressure