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| Watching Mothers in Public: What I Didn’t See Coming | 25 Jan 2026 | 00:15:31 | |
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a street campaign I carried out in Bristol, where I stopped mothers in public space and asked one simple, unexpected question: “What would you say to another mum who feels she’s lost herself?” This episode isn’t about solutions. It’s about the moment itself. I share:
This was a pilot campaign, not a finished project. And this episode reflects the position I’m standing in right now: a witness who is beginning to notice patterns, but choosing to stay close to the human moment rather than rush into conclusions. At the end of the episode, I invite you to sit with the same question yourself — not for me, not for the project, but for what happens in you when you hear it. This episode is for you if you’re craving something slower, more human, and more spacious — and if you know the feeling of disappearing in motherhood, even when everything looks “fine” from the outside. 🔗 Explore & Stay Connected If you’d like to go deeper or stay close to how this work unfolds, you can find me here: 🎧 Find Her Again™ — Free 7-Day Audio Journey A gentle audio series to help you reconnect with yourself, your voice, and your sense of identity — on your own terms. 🔥 The Firestarter Question — Campaign Page Watch clips from the street campaign and, if you’d like, answer the same question anonymously yourself. Quiet reflections, ongoing work, and moments from the field. Thank you for listening — and for sitting with this question alongside me 🤍 | |||
| What Seven Mothers in Bristol Revealed About Being Seen | 18 Jan 2026 | 00:21:36 | |
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my Bristol street campaign — where I asked seven mothers one question: “What would you say to another mum who feels she’s lost herself?” Their answers revealed powerful patterns about identity, overwhelm, and visibility in motherhood. We explore: 💬 The phrases nearly every mother repeated “It gets easier.” “You’ll find yourself again.” Why this comfort is also a cultural script — and what it reveals about the lack of support mothers receive now. 🔥 Three core themes from the conversations Using their exact words, I share what mothers told me about overwhelm, identity blur, and the lifeline of connection. 👁 Why mothers feel lost — and why it’s not personal Identity isn’t disappearing. It’s being suffocated by lack of space, witnessing, and visibility. 🧩 Visibility as identity oxygen How the campaign confirmed my biggest belief: mothers don’t need to wait for life to get easier — they need to be seen. 🔬 The Observer Effect of motherhood A simple metaphor that explains why mothers sharpen when witnessed, and blur when they’re not. 🎥 What’s next for The Firestarter Question How this project is expanding, where to watch the clips, and what future episodes will unpack about matrescence and visibility. ⸻ This isn’t an episode about “losing yourself.” It’s about what happens when a mother’s inner world is finally acknowledged and honoured. ⸻ 🧠 Mentioned in this episode: 🎥 The Firestarter Question clips on Instagram @firestartermum 🎧 Find Her Again™ – Free 7-day voice note journey 💌 Connect with me on Instagram @firestartermum Watch The Observer Effect 🔥 Find your fire and shine. Gosia x | |||
| From Darkness to Light: Empowering Moms Through Postpartum Transformation – with Kelsy Gover. | 24 Oct 2023 | 00:54:09 | |
Have you ever wondered if there's a way to find your inner light and empowerment during the challenging postpartum period? How to reconnect with yourself and overcome postpartum depression? If you've ever grappled with these questions or know someone who has, this episode is for you.
Joining me today is Kelsy Gover, a transformational coach who has a profound personal story of transitioning into motherhood, overcoming severe postpartum depression, and ultimately finding her inner light. Kelsy, with her background as a nurse, brings a unique perspective and expertise to the conversation.
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In this episode, we'll explore Kelsy's journey from darkness to light, the practical strategies she recommends for moms to find their inner strength during the postpartum period, the importance of emotional well-being and self-care, and the mindset shifts that can empower moms.
We offer here empathy, understanding, and comfort to moms who may feel isolated, thinking there's no one who truly comprehends what they're going through. We confront common misconceptions, inviting you to delve into the eye of the hurricane that postpartum depression can be. We'll also discuss the vital role of support and community in this transformative process.
Get ready to dive into this candid conversation about empowering moms through postpartum transformation!
About Kelsy: Kelsy is a wife, mother, and transformational coach. She embarked on her coaching journey after experiencing severe postpartum depression following the birth of her child. Recognizing coaching as her calling, Kelsy saw it as a means to empower not only herself but also to offer support to mothers grappling with their own internal darkness. With five years of experience as a nurse, primarily in hospice care, she gained unique insights into the challenges of postpartum depression and the transformative power of self-care. To learn more about Kelsy click the links below: Instagram: @kelsygover Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelsy.gover?mibextid=LQQJ4d Session booking: https://p.bttr.to/3IlftYn
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott | |||
| Redefining Healing: A Mother's Journey through Psychedelics and Spiritual Awakening – with Sarah Tamaya | 10 Oct 2023 | 00:59:23 | |
Have you ever wondered if there's a powerful path to healing that involves psychedelics and spiritual awakening?
How to embark on this journey as a mom, balancing the demands of motherhood with self-discovery and healing?
If you've ever pondered these questions, join us in this episode as we dive deep into the world of redefining healing through the experiences of a seasoned psychedelic guide and spiritual coach.
Joining me today is Sarah Tamaya, a former career accountant, yoga instructor, and psychedelic guide with over 15 years of experience in helping individuals take radical responsibility for their own lives. Sarah's expertise lies in coaching, plant medicine work, and QHHT hypnosis. She's witnessed countless transformations and is here to share her insights with us today.
In this enlightening episode, we'll explore the following key points:
· Sarah's unique journey of healing and transformation. · Benefits of psychedelics and alternative methods for moms seeking self-discovery and healing. · A powerful story of a mother's transformation through psychedelics and spiritual practices. · 3 Powerful ways on prioritizing one's healing journey as a mom. · What is spiritual awakening and its significance in a mother's self-discovery. · Guidance for mothers interested in exploring plant medicine or spiritual practices safely. · Strategies to integrate insights and transformations into daily life for ongoing growth and evolution.
Let's explore the profound world of healing, transformation, and self-discovery with Sarah Tamaya as our guide. So, without further ado, let's dive in!
To learn more about Sarah click the links below: • Website: www.sarahtamaya.com • Instagram: @the_psychedelic_hypnotist • Facebook: Sarah Tamaya
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Reclaiming Self in Midlife: Balancing Motherhood, Perimenopause, and Authenticity - with Ashleigh Tobin. | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:41:50 | |
Have you ever wondered if you can regain the boundless energy and zest for life you once had?
How can you successfully balance the demanding roles of motherhood, navigate the challenges of perimenopause, and stay true to your authentic self?
If you've ever questioned whether it's possible to maintain your identity and well-being amidst the complexities of motherhood and perimenopause, then you're in the right place. In this episode, we'll explore practical strategies to help you achieve just that.
Joining me today is Ashleigh Tobin, a hormone health and life coach and a passionate advocate for self-care. Ashleigh specializes in helping women regain their former vitality and zest for life. If you're feeling tired, irritable, and missing your true self, Ashleigh's expertise lies in providing more energy, improved sleep, real self-care, and better hormonal balance. Her mission is to help you reclaim a life that prioritizes you, not just caring for others and everything else. Topics covered in this episode include:
In this episode, Ashleigh reveals the secrets to achieving balance between motherhood, perimenopause, and authenticity, while highlighting the critical role of understanding perimenopause in emotional well-being. She shares the keys to mastering self-care, embracing positive mindset shifts, and conquering guilt, all while leaving you eager to discover her three immediate, life-changing tips.
Ready to dive in and explore the path to reclaiming your true self while embracing the beautiful journey of motherhood and perimenopause?
Let’s get started!
To learn more about Ashleigh click the links below: - Ashleigh's website: https://ashleightobin.com - Follow Ashleigh on: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleightobinhealthhabitshormones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleightobinyourhormonehealth - Download Ashleigh’s Resources: https://linktr.ee/yourhormonehealth
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Overcoming Mom Guilt: Transforming Negative Thoughts into Positive Action - with Jenny Hopkins. | 12 Sep 2023 | 00:43:41 | |
Have you ever wondered if the feelings of guilt you experience as a mom can be transformed into positive action? How can you navigate the complex challenges of motherhood while maintaining your personal and professional identities? If you've ever grappled with Mom Guilt and its impact on your life, today's episode is a must-listen. My guest today is Jenny Hopkins, a mom of two and the founder of Jenny Hopkins Coaching. She helps working moms navigate the challenges of balancing their careers and motherhood while maintaining their well-being. In this episode, we'll dive into the complexities of Mom Guilt, exploring how negative thoughts can be transformed into positive actions. Jenny will share insights into the origins of Mom Guilt and its effects on our self-esteem. We'll also discuss practical strategies to regain confidence in your parenting decisions. Topics covered include:
· Personal anecdotes of conquering mom guilt · Differentiating genuine concerns from societal pressures · Strategies for recognizing and reframing negative self-talk · Balancing personal aspirations with motherhood without guilt · Cultivating confidence in parenting decisions despite external opinions · Embracing "good enough" parenting over perfectionism · Developing a healthy relationship with social media for inspiration Get ready to embrace the new insights, as we explore how to turn Mom Guilt into positive action and rekindle your inner fire. To learn more about Jenny click the links below: - Jenny's website: https://www.jennyhopkinscoaching.com/ - Follow Jenny on Instagram: @jennyhopkinscoaching - Connect with Jenny on Linkedin: Jenny Hopkins - Follow on Facebook: Jenny Hopkins Coach - Download Jenny's guide: "Get Yourself Off the Bottom of the To-do List” About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine! Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott | |||
| Mastering the Mind: Cultivating a Resilient Mom Mindset - with Natalie Riede | 29 Aug 2023 | 00:48:57 | |
Have you ever wondered if it's possible to cultivate a resilient mindset, even in the face of life's most challenging moments?
How can you turn adversity into an opportunity for growth and develop a resilient mindset that empowers you to thrive?
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood while trying to pursue your own aspirations, then this episode is exactly what you need. Join us as we dive into strategies for mastering the mind and cultivating a resilient mom mindset.
Joining us today on the Fire Starter Mum Podcast is Natalie Riede, a certified Transformational Life Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, Master Clinical Hypnotherapist, and a Stage IV Cancer survivor. With her personal journey of triumph over challenges, Natalie brings a unique perspective to empowering women to conquer stress, anxiety, and adversity, creating lives they truly adore.
Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the journey of cultivating a resilient mom mindset with Natalie Riede. We delve into Natalie's inspiring story of overcoming cancer and near-death experiences, which molded her into the resilient powerhouse she is today. Natalie shares her strategies for building and maintaining resilience, turning challenges into growth opportunities, and harmonizing the roles of motherhood, family, and personal growth. She also provides practical tools to reframe challenges and reignite the inner fire, enabling moms to cultivate resilience and empowerment.
Key Takeaways: · Resilience from Challenges: Natalie's personal journey from cancer to resilience illustrates the power of mindset in overcoming adversity. · Strategies for Strength: Learn strategies for building and maintaining resilience, even when facing life's challenges. · Transforming Challenges: Discover how to reframe challenges into opportunities for personal growth. · Balancing Roles: Gain advice on harmonizing motherhood, family, and personal aspirations. · Practical Tools: Explore practical tools to transform challenges into pathways for development. · Empowerment Practices: Natalie's top mindset shifts and practices for empowering moms.
As we delve into strategies for cultivating a resilient mom mindset, you'll gain insights that can reshape your approach to challenges and ignite your inner strength.
To learn more about Natalie click the links below:
Download Natalie's Free The Ultimate Cancer Recovery Workbook Listen to Healing Garden Meditation https://healing-garden.natalieriedecoaching.com/home-1 Follow Natalie on Facebook Connect on Instagram @natalie_lifecoaching Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Tiktok
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Finding You Again: Navigating Career Shifts in Motherhood - with Rachel Schofield. | 15 Aug 2023 | 00:55:11 | |
Are you a mum who's been yearning to rediscover your inner fire and embark on a new career path?
Feeling torn between motherhood and new ambitions?
If you are considering a fresh start and finding you again beyond being a Mum, this episode is for you!
Joining me today is Rachel Schofield, a Career and Personal Development Coach. Rachel worked for the BBC for 20 years as a journalist and news presenter before training as a coach. She has turned her journalist’s passion for asking awkward questions onto the world of work, helping individuals think creatively, embrace the discomfort of change, and figure out what fulfilling and impactful careers look like in our rapidly changing world. Through her coaching, workshops and speaking, she helps people become effective and confident drivers of their own career development, and address both the practical barriers and behavioural patterns that hold them back. Rachel's book "The Career Change Guide: Five Steps to Finding your Dream Job" is published by Penguin.
🌟 Topics covered in this episode include:
🔑 By the end of this episode, you'll have a newfound perspective on the journey of career change and the tools to navigate it effectively.
So, whether you're a mom contemplating a career shift or simply seeking to reignite your professional flame, this episode is tailor-made for you. Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and armed with the knowledge to embark on your own path of rediscovery.
To learn more about Rachel click the links below:
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Protecting Your Energy as a Mum and a Business Owner - with Emily Armitage | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:40:19 | |
Are you a mom and a business owner craving balance and energy protection? Wondering how to turn your dream business into reality while being fully present for your family?
Well, get ready to be inspired as we dive into the world of energy and business with my wonderful guest!
In this episode I sit down with Emily Armitage, a coach for female founders and small business owners. Emily is on a mission to help women like you build the businesses of their dreams, make more money, and live their most joyful lives. She believes THAT will bring freedom, choices, opportunities to all women everywhere, and the chance to recreate the world differently.
Emily takes us on her own matrescence journey, sharing how becoming a mom sparked a reflection on how men are treated in the world and how we can change the way we treat others. She delves into the impact of motherhood on your connection to your business, your energy, focus, and work rhythm.
In this episode, we cover:
- Emily’s matrescence journey - Impact of having a baby on your business, energy, focus, and work rhythm - Adapting your business model to suit your new mum lifestyle. - Challenging misconceptions around hustle and success as a mum - Organizing your time according to your energy type - The five energy types according to human design - How motherhood impacts your energy in business - 3 KEY WAYS to protect your energy as a mompreneur. - Unveiling the revelations of your energy through human design - Utilizing human design to improve your energy and decision-making. - Breaking free from societal expectations around motherhood and business
Ready to take charge of your energy and break free from societal expectations?
Let’s get started!
To learn more about Emily and how she supports mums in business click the links below:
Website - https://emilyarmitage.co.uk Instagram - @emilyarmitage_ Newsletter - https://emilyarmitage.co.uk/sticky-stuff Quiz - https://emilyarmitage.co.uk/the-quiz
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Embracing Change: Empowering Yourself as a Mother – with Katherine Hale. | 18 Jul 2023 | 00:36:44 | |
Are you finding it challenging to navigate the ever-changing landscape of motherhood? Do you want to thrive as a mother and embrace the power of change?
Join me as I sit down with Katherine Hale, a Certified Matrescence Coach, NLP practitioner, and former Big-Four Transformation Director and Army Officer. Katherine knows first-hand the power of embracing change and supports women on their transformation journey through motherhood.
Topics covered in this episode include:
· Katherine's transformative journey into motherhood · Change from the perspectives of a Change Expert and a Mom · The stages of Change in Motherhood · Thriving in motherhood and powerful ways to embrace it · Understanding the temporary nature of everything in motherhood · Acceptance and its role in embracing motherhood · Living in alignment with values during times of change · Finding joy in the small moments of motherhood · Navigating motherhood without support
Discover why accepting and owning motherhood is essential for your personal growth and learn powerful tools to help you thrive on this transformative journey. Katherine shares practical insights and strategies to overcome challenges, even when support may be lacking.
Let's dive in and uncover the secrets to embracing motherhood with confidence and joy.
About my guest, Katherine Hale:
Katherine is a Certified Matrescence Coach, NLP practitioner and was previously a Big-Four Transformation Director and Army Officer. Katherine thrives on change and supports women on their transformation journey through motherhood.
She is founder of Thrive in Motherhood, a coaching practice which supports women to successfully transition into and through motherhood enabling them to thrive. Katherine provides personal, group and corporate coaching to women who have lost their sense of identity since becoming a mother and who are finding it hard to define what success now looks like. She works with mothers who want to reprioritise themselves, reduce their overwhelm and build their confidence. Katherine lives in Hampshire with her husband, three children and two chickens!
To learn more about Katherine and how she supports mums click the links below:
Website - www.thriveinmotherhood.co.uk Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thrive_in_motherhood Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Thrive-in-Motherhood
Group Coaching Programme - www.thriveinmotherhood.co.uk/group-coaching-programme Free Understanding Your Matrescence Journey Guide - Download your Free Guide Here How confident are you as a mum? - Download your Free Confidence Mum Quiz Here
Matresecence: The Word Every Mother Needs to Know? - Watch the Replay of my recent Matrescence Masterclass here Join me at the Thrive in Motherhood Retreat Tues 26 Sept at The Farm, Avebury, Wiltshire - Find out about the forthcoming Thrive in Motherhood Retreat here
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Discovering the TED Talk Within – with Helen Packham. | 04 Jul 2023 | 00:45:50 | |
Have you ever wondered if your unique experiences and perspectives hold the potential to captivate and inspire others?
How can you unlock the secrets of discovering the TED Talk within yourself?
If you've ever doubted the significance of your ideas or felt unsure about stepping onto the TEDx stage, this episode is for you!
Joining me today is Helen Packham, a Coach, TEDx Speaker, and Event Curator. Helen helps leaders, coaches and consultants increase their authority, impact, and reach to become sought after speakers in their industry. She passionately believes everyone has a TED worthy story inside them.
Topics covered in this episode include:
· Helen's transformative journey through motherhood and the shift in her identity · The profound impact of motherhood on confidence and career paths · Overcoming imposter syndrome and anxiety when reentering the workforce · Strategies for unlocking and maintaining confidence and motivation · Understanding that everyone has a TED-worthy idea within · Demystifying common misconceptions about TEDx Talk · Initiating the process of discovering your own TED Talk within · Three powerful techniques for making your TED idea truly unique · The key to embracing and owning your voice and message · The role of self-kindness in pursuing and nurturing big ideas
You'll learn how to embark on the journey of discovering your own TED Talk within, along with three powerful steps to make your idea truly unique and captivating.
Get ready to believe in yourself, embrace your uniqueness, and discover the TED Talk within.
To learn more about Helen and how she supports aspiring changemakers click the links below:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenpackham/ Facebook www.facebook.com/helenpackhamcoach Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham/
Resources:
TEDx checklist - find out what your idea worth spreading could be! https://helenpackham.lpages.co/tedx-checklist/
Free masterclass training series https://helenpackham.com/ultimate-speaker-master-series
Access to my special offer until 9th July 2023 https://helenpackham.com/the-ultimate-speaker-solution/
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Reconnecting with Your Purpose after having kids - with Tamsin Williamson | 20 Jun 2023 | 00:48:57 | |
Have you returned to work after maternity leave only to feel completely disconnected from what used to be an exciting and meaningful career? Maybe you're wondering, what is purpose anyway? Is it just an overrated word or something that deeply resonates with you, especially in the context of motherhood, business, or career?
If you're curious about exploring this topic and gaining clarity on reconnecting with your purpose, then this episode is for you!
Join me as I speak with Tamsin Williamson, a Transformational Life and Mindset Coach for parents, Mindfulness Teacher, and a mother of two. Tamsin specializes in helping ambitious but unfulfilled moms rediscover their passion, purpose, and potential after having kids. She empowers them to create more balanced, aligned, and joyful lives, careers, and businesses that harmonize with parenthood.
In this episode, Tamsin shares her own journey of rediscovering purpose after becoming a mum. She delves into the common challenges faced by moms seeking to reconnect with themselves and provides powerful strategies to start rediscovering purpose in our lives. Tamsin reminds us that purpose is a fluid concept and doesn't have to be solely tied to work.
Topics covered in this episode include:
· Tamsin's journey of transition into motherhood and rediscovering Purpose · the impact of motherhood on our purpose in life · finding what truly creates meaning for you · the essence of purpose and its manifestations · the importance of reconnecting with your passion · building clarity around your purpose · finding meaning in everyday moments · the role of compassion in discovering purpose
Prepare to be enlightened, refreshed, and inspired by this insightful conversation. It's time to start building clarity around your purpose and rediscovering what truly creates meaning in your life as a mother.
Enjoy the episode and let the journey begin!
To learn more about Tamsin and how she supports mums click the links below: WEBSITE: www.theparenthoodcoach.co.uk INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/theparenthoodcoach NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/parenthood-retreat ‘LIVE YOUR LIFE ON PURPOSE’ WORKSHOP: https://theparenthoodcoach.co.uk/store/p/live-your-life-on-purpose-the-workshop
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| The Secret to Authentic Visibility? Seeing Yourself First. | 11 Oct 2025 | 00:18:51 | |
In this spontaneous episode (recorded in the quiet before preschool pick-up), I share raw reflections about what visibility really means — beyond the nervous system, beyond Human Design, beyond strategy. Because before you can be seen out there… you have to learn to see yourself first. We explore: 💭 Why visibility begins in your own eyes Before content plans, before strategy — it starts with acknowledging your worth, skills, and lived experience. 💡 How early experiences shape how we “receive” success I share a childhood story that shaped my belief that I didn’t deserve to receive success — and how that pattern quietly echoed in business, motherhood, and money. 💰 Why visibility and receiving are connected The way you receive love, money, rest, and even responsibility mirrors how you receive visibility. If you don’t feel worthy of being seen, you’ll unconsciously block what’s trying to find you. ⚡️ The difference between managing and receiving So many of us say “I’m managing money,” “I’m managing motherhood,” “I’m managing my time.” But true power comes when you stop managing — and start receiving. 🧘♀️ A gentle challenge: This week, see your life through the lens of receiving. How do you receive your ambition? Your rest? Your role as a mother and a business owner? ⸻ This episode isn’t about visibility as performance. It’s about visibility as self-recognition. Because before the world can see your brilliance — you have to see it too. ⸻ 🧠 Mentioned in this episode: 🎧 Find Her Again™ – Free 7-Day Voice Note Journey A gentle audio experience to help you reconnect with your voice, visibility, and self-worth — on your terms. 💌 Connect with me on Instagram @firestartermum Join the Firestarter Mum community for honest conversations about motherhood, identity, and visibility. 🔥 Find your fire and shine! Gosia x | |||
| Tending to Our Soul Fire as Mothers and Changemakers - with Beth Berry. | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:43:01 | |
Is your Inner Fire burning steadily? Or maybe it feels barely lit under the chaos and demands of motherhood?
How societal norms, lack of community and our own expectations impact the flame within?
What can we do to ignite and nurture it to create change at home and in the world?
If you are curious to find answers to that this episode is for you.
Today I speak with Beth Berry, a coach, teacher, mother of four daughters and author of the book Motherwhelmed.
A revolutionary at heart, she helps mothers get more of what they want and need to feel fulfilled and empowered despite the odds. She believes that self-aware, self-compassionate, well-supported mothers who know themselves to be worthy of pleasure and joy-filled lives are powerful beyond measure and essential to the healing of the world.
Topics covered in this episode: · Beth’s story of becoming a mum · What Soul Fire is and how it manifests in our life · How Motherhood impacts our Inner Fire · Restoring our worth in the world · Coming back to feeling Alive · Ways to keep our inner fire burning · What it means to be a changemaker in modern world · Challenging societal norms around the value of care work
This conversation was introspective, inspiring, and illuminating!
Hope it helps you honour and embrace your inner fire so you can bring it to the world and Shine!
Enjoy! To learn more about Beth and how she supports mums click the links below:
Website - https://revolutionfromhome.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/revolutionfromhome Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/revolutionfromhome/
Motherwhelmed Book: Motherwhelmed
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Maternal Ambivalence. Honouring Your Authentic Self in Motherhood – with Katrina Court. | 29 Apr 2023 | 00:51:36 | |
Do you love your kids yet dislike the mundane of everyday motherhood? Feeling grateful to be a Mum yet longing for the woman you used to be? Love spending time with them yet desire a time just for yourself?
Maternal Ambivalence is REAL. Honouring it means you are honouring yourself and accepting that motherhood is both, beautiful and brutal, joyful and sad, graceful and hard. And IT’S NORMAL to feel it.
So why it may be difficult for mums to embrace it?
What can we do to find relief from too demanding society and from our own mind?
If you are curious to find answers to that, this episode is for you!
In today’s episode I speak to Katrina Court, a Life Coach, Matrescence Educator, Activist, and a mum of 1.
Katrina works with women who are ready to redefine what being a modern-day mother means for them. She supports mums to mother, live and work in a way that feels aligned with who they are, not the version of motherhood that has left them feeling lost and depleted.
Topics covered in this episode: · Katrina’s matrescence journey · How birth experience impacts mother’s confidence · Pressure to breastfeed. · Failing as a mum · What is maternal ambivalence? · How to honour and embrace maternal ambivalence · Authenticity in Motherhood · Fear of judgment and the pressure to parent “correctly” · How Matrescence Coach can support mums in finding more joy in motherhood
This conversation was personal, insightful, and broadening perspective. Hope it helps you honour and embrace all faces of motherhood with confidence and self-compassion.
Enjoy!
To learn more about Katrina and how she supports mums click the links below:
Website: www.katrinacourtcoaching.com Instagram: @katrinacourt_coach FREE Guide: “Discover your Motherhood Code”
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Empowered Parenting. Building Confidence for Modern Mums with Keely Pierce. | 22 Apr 2023 | 01:00:11 | |
Out of everything we hear about parenting styles what about being a parent who is confident in their own way, who stands in their truth and who let their inner wisdom and inner guidance be the best possible compass for parenting their very own child? I find this very empowering because it teaches us to trust ourselves and to see in us more than we are and I’m excited because that’s what this episode is about.
In today’s episode I speak to Keely Pierce, a Relationship Coach and Parenting Expert, stepmom and a mum of 2. She helps families strengthen their communication, build trust, and foster a deep sense of connection so they can achieve true happiness and harmony in their households.
This conversation was rich, insightful, and empowering!! Hope it will inspire confidence in you as a mother and help you embrace your inner wisdom and trust your unique way as a parent. Topics covered in this episode:
In the first part of this episode Keely shares her matrescence story including her identity shift, body image and our perception of own attractiveness, breastfeeding challenges, decreased confidence and self-esteem, being a step mum and the family dynamic.
In the second part we talk all things empowered parenting and building confidence as a mum.
Enjoy!
About Keely:
Keely is a Relationship Coach and Parenting Expert. She helps families strengthen their communication, build trust, and foster a deep sense of connection so they can achieve true happiness and harmony in their households.
Her aim is to create the ultimate dream team where every member can thrive. As a mother herself, she believes that a happy and harmonious household is the foundation for a fulfilling life, and she is committed to making this dream a reality for as many families as possible.
Keely’s approach is relatable and with a sense of humour to make you feel understood, supported, and inspired to take on whatever life throws your way.
She’s been nominated for the 'Business Mum of the Year Small Business Award' and has a proven track record of helping many women navigate the ups and downs of motherhood while achieving their career goals. Her personalised Relationship Mapping Sessions can help mums kickstart their journey towards a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
To learn more about Keely’s work visit the links below:
Keely | Relationship Coach and Parenting Expert (@i_am_more_coach) | Instagram
Home - I am More (iam-more.co.uk)
I_am_More_Coach (@I_am_more_acad) / Twitter
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Treating Yourself with Kindness as a Mum - with Rebecca Hogan | 15 Apr 2023 | 00:34:54 | |
Becoming a Mum is a lot, isn’t it? The moment your baby is born your world has completely changed. As mothers we are often forgotten as it’s all about the baby and their needs. We know we cannot give our best to them if we don’t treat ourselves with kindness as mums. But sometimes we don’t find it that easy, do we? If you want to learn simple, easy and helpful ideas on how to show yourself more kindness with joy and intention this episode is for you!
In today’s episode I speak to Rebecca Hogan, a Matrescence Coach and a mum of 1. Rebecca helps mums embrace their matrescence journey so they can truly enjoy it in their own unique way. She also supports mums through her online Mama Cocoon Meetups to help mums feel heard, seen, and understood in motherhood.
Topics covered in this episode: · Rebecca’s matrescence story · Postpartum challenges · Responsibilities overload in motherhood · Self-care ideas for new mums · The Power of Self-kindness · The Perfect Mother Myth · Getting your Mama Sparkle back This conversation was heart-warming, inspiring and kind. Hope it leaves you feeling positive, re-energised and hopeful that you can find your mama sparkle back when you treat yourself with more love and kindness for yourself, mama. About Rebecca:
“Becoming a Mum was a lot for me! I felt really anxious that I wasn't doing a good enough job but I also felt a strong desire to maintain my own identity. Once I discovered the word and concept "Matrescence" I realised this is so normal and so healthy. I worked out through coaching how I could confidently blend living my life as a Mum and a woman in my own right too! And now I help Mums to embrace their Matrescence, their journey into and through motherhood, so they can relax into it and truly enjoy it in their own unique way.”
Rebecca runs The Mama Cocoon Events - a monthly meet up online via zoom for Mums to enjoy some relaxation time and have inspirational chats about the theme of the month and what we're going through in motherhood right now. Come as you are and feel heard, supported, and understood by a small, friendly, supportive group of Mums that really get what you are going through. To learn more about Rebecca’s work visit the links below: https://www.rebeccahogancoaching.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rebeccahogancoach/ https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaHoganCoachingTherapies
Download FREE Master Your Mama Mojo Guide >> https://www.rebeccahogancoaching.com/masteryourmojo-freeguide About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Healing your Feminine Energy to become a happier woman and a leader - with Mandy Rees. | 08 Apr 2023 | 00:41:53 | |
Have you ever wondered how you balance your masculine and feminine energy?
In what ways the inner feminine impacts you within your home and in business?
What is a Mother Circle and how it empowers mums to feel heard, seen and validated?
If you are curious to find answers to that, this episode is for you! The topics we cover:
In today’s episode I speak to Mandy Rees, the founder of Mother for Life and the Sisterhood Belief System. Mandy creates compassionate and supportive spaces for women to share their pregnancy and mothering experience with honesty and without fear of judgement. She also trains other women to create their own successful Mother Circle business through the Mother Circle Guide Programme and has created a global network of over 50 Mother Circle Guides.
Mandy helps female leaders to thrive; in their business and within their home, with authentic fulfilment, flow & happiness by improving their self-worth, confidence and overwhelm through the resolution of issues with their inner feminine & their external relationships with women.
Mandy creates sisterhoods of support. I loved this candid yet thought provoking conversation that will certainly inspire many mums to own their feminine, so they thrive in motherhood and beyond.
Enjoy!
To learn more about Mandy visit the links below:
Facebook Group: Open Circle Collective LinkedIn: Mandy Rees Instagram: Motherfor_life and IamMandy_Rees
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Losing and reclaiming your identity in Motherhood with Jacqueline Kelly | 01 Apr 2023 | 00:49:38 | |
Do you feel that your role as a mother has taken away your self-identity? Why mums feel like they’ve lost themselves in motherhood? What does the process of rediscovering yourself look like? If you are curious to find answers to that, this episode is for you!
In today’s episode I speak to Jacqueline Kelly, a Life Coach and a mum of 2 who shares her motherhood identity shift story and how it has inspired her to train as a Coach to now help mums rediscover, redefine and reclaim themselves back in life. Jacqueline works with mums who feel like they've lost themselves in motherhood. She supports mothers as they get very clear and confident about who they are now at this stage of their motherhood journey. Jacqueline has spent the last few years challenging the unrealistic standards of motherhood that we are encouraged to aspire to and in doing so has redefined what's possible not just for her, but for the mothers she works with.
Topics covered in this episode: - Jacqueline’s story of transition into motherhood - Where to begin understanding WHO YOU ARE as a Mum - How our values have changed in motherhood - Burnout and resentment in motherhood - Mom guilt for working - “Good Mom” Myth and how to redefine it - How to find more joy in motherhood by looking at our doubts I LOVED this conversation, deep insightful and hope you find in there a compass for you to start reclaiming yourself back in motherhood as a human and a woman.
Enjoy!
To learn more about Jacqueline and how she supports mums click the links below:
Instagram @our_bravehearts Facebook: Our Brave Hearts
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach, and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Uncovering your Personal Magic with Human Design - with Nette Hargreaves. | 25 Mar 2023 | 00:46:33 | |
What identity loss look like for high achiever mums? Is “having it all” a modern myth? How Human Design can help you find your truth and explode your self-confidence?
If you are curious to find answers to that, this episode is for you!
In today’s episode I speak to Nette Hargreaves, a Human Design Guide and a mum to Lilly who shares her motherhood identity shift story and how Human Design has empowered her to reclaim herself with confidence and guilt-free boundaries in life. Nette is passionate about empowering women to be the feminine leaders of their families and communities. Her mission to make human design fun and accessible so that you can walk away with tangible tools to help you live a richly fulfilled life as the heroine of your own story.
Topics covered in this episode:
In the first part of this interview (35min) Nette shares her identity loss journey, and we challenge unhelpful social norms around motherhood. In the second part of this interview Nette puts her Human Design Guide hat on and shares with you what Human Design is about and how you can use it as a wonderful tool to discover your personal magic and claim your inner fire back!
I LOVE human design! And I love how much validation, grounding and confidence it has given me in my postpartum identity shift journey.
Enjoy! To learn more about Nette and get her Human Design tips and resources click the links below: Instagram @empoweredhumandesign Website: www.empoweredhumandesign.com
About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine!
Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott
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| Discovering Self through Mindful Motherhood with Lucy Squire. | 18 Mar 2023 | 00:43:21 | |
Can Becoming a Mum awaken your inner fire? How Mindfulness and Motherhood work together? Is Mindful Motherhood a path to reinventing yourself as a mum and a woman? If you are curious to find answers to that, this episode is for you! I sat down with my good mama friend, Vet surgeon turned Mindful Living Coach, Lucy Squire, to talk about her story of how becoming a mum has awaken in her a drive to dive deep with mindfulness and turn it into a fulfilling business. Lucy helps people switch off and enjoy more of their life right now. She supports clients by breaking down exactly how to live mindfully, including how to reduce overthinking, find joy in the little moments and release stress about things they can't change. Topics covered in this episode:
To learn more about Lucy Squire and get her Mindfulness tips click the links below: Website: www.themindfullivingacademy.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mindful.living.academy/ About your Host: Gosia Scarrott is a Business and Confidence Coach and a new mum to Olivia. She is passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and Shine! Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Host: Business and Confidence Coach @gosiascarrott | |||
| Trailer | 06 Mar 2023 | 00:04:07 | |
Hey mama! Welcome to this trailer episode of Fire Starter Mum Podcast. In this short episode I share with you who I am and what has made me create this podcast. I appreciate vulnerability so I talk openly about my feelings on how I experience motherhood. I believe this makes us feel heard, seen and adequate. In this podcast I will feature inspiring conversations with fire starter mums and experts around the topics of motherhood identity shift, reinventing yourself and finding our inner fire back. My guests (mums and experts) will share with you who they were before and after becoming a mum, how they’ve reconnected with themselves and discovered a new calling through motherhood and now feel on fire and shine in their business and life. I hope this show will help you find clarity, inspiration and empowerment to do what sets you on fire mama! My name is Gosia Scarrott. I am a new mum to Olivia and going through a Matrescence journey myself. I am also a Business and Confidence Coach passionate about empowering women to see and believe their worth so they can bring their unique fire to the world and shine! Join Fire Starter Mum Community on Instagram @firestartermum Connect with me via my IG @gosiascarrott or Linkedin gosiascarrott Find your inner fire and SHINE! Gosia | |||
| Visibility After Motherhood: Why You Feel Mute and How to Reclaim Your Voice | 03 Aug 2025 | 00:25:10 | |
You’ve been told that mums don’t show up because they’re afraid of being judged. In this intimate, late-evening recording, I talk about visibility from a place no one prepares you for: We explore: ✔️ Why visibility blocks are often identity blocks This episode isn’t about bouncing back or powering through. 🧠 Mentioned in this episode: 🧭 Ready to navigate the in-between with support? DM me @firestartermum or email firestartermum@gmail.com and let me know where you are on your identity journey. You don’t have to skip the messy middle. Find Your Fire & Shine! Gosia x | |||
| Visibility by Design: How Human Design Shapes the Way You Show Up | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:20:55 | |
In this episode of Firestarter Mum, I break down visibility through the lens of Human Design. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “bad at showing up,” this episode will shift everything. I walk you through how each energy type (Manifestor, Generator, MG, Projector, Reflector) experiences visibility differently—and why the pressure to be consistent like everyone else is actually burning you out. Expect powerful metaphors (like wildfire vs. lighthouse), practical examples (especially for life coaches), and permission to stop forcing strategies that don’t match your rhythm. ✨ Download the Visibility Map by Design (no email required): 📲 Want to chat about your visibility rhythm? DM me on Instagram @firestartermum — I’d love to send you a voice note reply ❤️ | |||
| Visibility Through the Nervous System Lens. What If You’re Not Meant to Be Consistent? | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:17:18 | |
You’ve been told that consistent posting is the key to growth. In this episode, I break down visibility through the lens of the Polyvagal Theory — in simple, everyday language for mums navigating business, burnout, and big ideas. We explore:
This isn’t about hacks, hooks, or content calendars. 🧠 Mentioned in this episode: 🎧 Find Her Again™ – Free 7-Day Voice Note Journey Click the link below and start today. Connect with me on Instagram @firestartermum and Linkedin @gosiascarrott Join the Firestarter community for more resources, connection, and unapologetic honesty. Find Your Fire & Shine! Gosia x | |||
| What Visibility Means Now (And Why It Burnt Me Out Before) | 01 Jun 2025 | 00:20:56 | |
Welcome back to Firestarter Mum – the podcast for ambitious mothers reclaiming their fire. After a 10-month pause, I’m back behind the mic—not because everything is perfect, but because I finally gave myself permission to show up imperfectly. In this solo episode, I reflect on what really happened during the break, why I stepped away from podcast visibility, and how motherhood, burnout, and Human Design helped me redefine what showing up actually means. I share the truth about trying to hustle like I used to before motherhood, why a digital product business didn’t work for me, and how I found my spark again through aligned, short-form activation coaching and simply letting myself speak—without a script. If you’ve ever questioned your energy, your rhythm, or whether you’re "doing enough" as a mum in business, this episode is for you. Because visibility isn't about performance anymore. Listen now—and if you’re ready to reconnect with your voice and sense of self, don’t miss my free 7-day voice note experience: Find Her Again™. Connect with me on Instagram @firestartermum and Linkedin @gosiascarrott Find Your Fire & Shine! Gosia x | |||
| MOMS Find Fire: How to Cherish Time and Ignite Your Inner Fire -with Helen Zeida | 28 Jul 2024 | 00:47:49 | |
In this episode, I sit down with Helen Zeida, a coach specializing in helping leaders in social care, particularly women and mums, to manage their stress-heavy roles and find balance in their lives.
We talk about how this inner fire shapes our identity, builds community, and boosts well-being, especially for those in caring professions. I really liked Helen’s candid insights staying connected to our inner fire by being fully present and appreciating small moments so we can find fulfilment amidst the demands of motherhood.
Join us for a deep, intuitive, and empowering conversation that left me inspired with insights that are perfect for anyone juggling demanding roles and seeking a fulfilling life.
You can connect with Helen and learn more about her work at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-zeida/ https://theboostproject.co.uk/ https://www.thecoachingapproach.co.uk/
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| MOMS Find Fire: How Purpose Became Her Inner Fire with Morgane Burke | 14 Jul 2024 | 00:36:37 | |
Today, I’m joined by the lovely Morgane Burke, a Colorado-based fitness professional and mama of two. Born and raised in the South of France, Morgane now helps women achieve sustainable healthy lifestyles through her BODY TRANSFORMATION ACCELERATOR program. In this episode, Morgane shares how her inner fire is fueled by her "why"—her purpose and passion for helping others. We dive into the importance of self-care and resilience, discussing how physical and mental strength are key to maintaining that inner fire. Morgane also highlights the essential role of self-care in sustaining her energy and commitment through the highs and lows of motherhood.
What I loved most about our conversation was Morgane’s holistic approach to inner and outer strength. It was truly inspiring to see how these elements work hand-in-hand to create a balanced and empowered life. Her energy and insights are sure to resonate with you and offer valuable tools for your own journey.
You can connect with Morgane and learn more about her work at:
IG - https://www.instagram.com/morgane_burke?igsh=cWtpbndoYTRwbDdx&utm_source=qr FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554646521081&mibextid=LQQJ4d Google - https://g.co/kgs/cgubK6B
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| MOMS Find Fire: Discovering Confidence as Your Inner Fire with Emma Benyon | 30 Jun 2024 | 00:31:27 | |
Welcome to the new season of “Firestarter Mum Podcast,” called “Moms Find Fire.” This season, we’re exploring what it means to find and hold onto our inner fire, with inspiring stories from amazing moms who each define and experience it differently. In this candid and relatable episode, we chat with Emma Benyon, a self-care and motherhood coach. Emma shares her unique perspective on inner fire, how it has fluctuated throughout her life, and the journey she took to reignite it. She also reveals her powerful three-step strategy for boosting confidence through journaling, offering practical and inspirational advice for all moms. Emma’s story shows the diverse ways we can find and nurture our inner fire. Join us to hear her insights and see how her journey can help you discover your own spark.
You can connect with Emma and learn more about her work at: • Website: Emmabenyoncoaching.co.uk • Instagram: @emmabenyon • Positive Wellbeing Zine for Mums: Positive Wellbeing Zine • Podcast: Self Care and Motherhood Edit
Find Your Inner Fire &. Shine!
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