In this week's episode, Dr Connie Kerali interviews Emily Silva Hockstra, a five-time author and spiritual life coach. Emily shares her journey from an anxiety-ridden child to a successful author and coach. She discusses her personal experiences, including suffering a miscarriage at 18, transitioning from a corporate career to wine tasting, and eventually pursuing her passion for writing full-time. Emily delves into the profound impact of grief and shame on her life after a diagnosis of primary ovarian insufficiency meant that she was unable to conceive, detailing how therapy, yoga, and self-discovery have been crucial in her healing journey. She also talks about the creation of her books, such as 'Moonlight Gratitude' and 'Sunset Gratitude,' and emphasises the importance of seeking help and finding inner peace. The episode closes with Emily reflecting on her sources of inspiration and offering advice for those navigating their own struggles.

01:06 Meet Emily Silva Hockstra

02:09 Chapter One: Origins

03:10 Corporate to Wine Life

05:27 Quitting to Create

06:04 Life Coaching Begins

07:04 First Book Breakthrough

08:52 Building the Book Series

10:29 POI Diagnosis and Grief

13:49 Day to Day Shame Spiral

15:42 Therapy and Body Healing

18:48 Vulnerability Takeaways

20:36 Advice for Listeners

22:14 Unpacking Shame Stories

23:50 Coaching After Grief

25:46 Stay Connected Online

26:10 Final Reflections

27:35 Remarkable Woman Tribute

EMILY SILVA HOCKSTRA

Instagran: @SoulsAdventures
Website: SoulsAdventures.com

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