She Makes Magic: The Podcast Series

A few years back, Marisa Lynch lost her magazine job to the global financial crisis and fell into depression. Then, inspired by the film Julie and Julia, she turned to a passion she'd long neglected – sewing. Marisa challenged herself to make 365 upcycled dresses in 365 days for just $365. Her New Dress A Day blog quickly went viral, and Marisa appeared on TV, was interviewed by the likes of The New York Times, made dresses for celebrities and secured a book deal. In this podcast, Marisa also talks about how unemployment taught her to put herself first, how being raw and honest on her blog helped build a deeply connected community, and the one little step she took that turned her blog into a global success. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-012-marisa-lynch/

For the whole of 2014, Australian writer, photographer and social activist Sash Milne committed to buy nothing new besides essentials like food. What Sash discovered was, when she stopped buying mindless junk, something way more valuable began to fill that hole - real human connections. The kind of deep connections many of us crave. In this podcast, Sash talks about how allowing herself to be vulnerable and placing trust in strangers during her incredible Nothing New Project proved crucial to building lasting connections. And about how changing her outer world forced a drastic reevaluation of her inner beliefs. If you've ever felt disconnected, alone, or like you and your life are not enough, this podcast is for you. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-011-sash-milne/

Lauren is an intuitive coach and the founder of Inner Hue, through which she conducts intuitive readings, soul-food sessions and workshops that support men and women to reconnect with their passions, intuition and soul-guidance.   If you know Lauren's work, it's not hard to see that this is a woman that has found her purpose. She's the kind of person that draws you in with her thoughtful, unique and refreshing views of the world. Still, as you'll hear in this interview, it hasn't always come easy for Lauren. During her journey she's suffered from confusion, depression, money blocks and fear. She's had to look closely at her own belief system and sit in discomfort as she transitioned from her old life to where she is now. I love her attitude to this process though -- she views the discomfort as a wonderful learning opportunity and, simply, just a part of the adventure of life. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-010-Lauren-Aletta

Nicole Mathieson is an extrodinary kinesiologist and intimacy coach. What Nicole does in her clinic can only be describe as magic. You have to experience it for yourself to truly appreciate her healing ability. Nicole is such a talented healer because she's committed to doing the inner work, too. As you'll hear in this interview, she's been on her own gigantic journey of self-healing and self-discovery. And she's done it all while remaining happily married and being the mamma of two young children. In this interview Nicole shares her wisdom on intimacy, libido, pleasure beyond the pain, soulful signposts, dealing with guilt, abundance and taking back the responsibility for lighting yourself up. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-009-nicole-mathieson

Every piece of trash Lauren Singer's produced in the past three years fits inside a single Mason jar. Lauren's the mastermind behind the hugely popular Trash is for Tossers blog and she's now turning her Zero Waste lifestyle into a thriving business. Here we talk goal setting, minimalist living and launching a start-up with a bang, including how Lauren secured an astonishing $42,000 in crowdfunding to create her business making natural laundry powder. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-008-lauren-singer/

Bex Weller shares the story of her inspirational journey from corporate cost engineer, suffering from a dysfunctional relationship with food and alcohol, to passionate health and business coach, helping women create lives and businesses they love.   For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-007-Bex-Weller/

Hannah Purss has courageously followed her heart even when it pushed her to ditch her city life, move to the harsh Australian Outback and start working with wild camels. Yup, camels! Hannah's remarkable story proves that truly letting go and giving yourself time to find what's right can lead you on an adventure beyond your wildest imagination. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-006-hannah-purss/

Stuck in a passion-less job, frustrated and confused by the current system, Alana decided her world needed to change. Not knowing why, just knowing that she had to, she packed up her bags and moved to Byron Bay, trusting that the answers would come if she just stayed true to her heart. And the answers did come, a few months later, in the form of a pair of crochet shoes that her Mum had kept from the 80s. Alana instantly knew this was it. This was what she had been searching for. She knew this was a product that she could make herself. And so Luludu was born. If you've ever felt like you need to make a change but you have no idea where to even start and the idea of it just seems too scary and overwhelming, this story is for you. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-005-alana-deukett/

Meet Alex Olsen, founder and co-owner of Violet Gray Design, an intentional jewellery label from Gold Coast, Australia. From humble beginnings at jewellery market stalls and launching a business with less than $800 in her bank account to buidling a unique and mind-blowingly popular jewellery brand, this woman's story is a shining example of the power behind heart-based living. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-004-alex-olsen/

After returning home to Melbourne from an eye-opening trip to Sierra Leone in 2008, Chantelle Baxter realised her party girl lifestyle felt empty and meaningless. So she drastically changed her life and launched One Girl, one of Australia's fastest growing non-profits. Now she's aiming to educate 1 million African girls by 2020 - and looks on track to reach her astonishing target. If you've ever felt like your dreams are too crazy-huge to become a reality, you cannot miss this episode. For links to all the resources mentioned in this podcast, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-003-chantelle-baxter/

Five years ago, Alana Helbig began feeling like everything in her life didn't fit anymore. So she threw herself into a monumental journey of healing, followed by a giant leap of faith to find her true passion and purpose. This year Alana quit her corporate job, packed her life into a campervan and headed off around Australia - all alone. It's inspiring stuff. For links to all the resources mentioned in this episode, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-002-alana-helbig/

In 2013 Koren said goodbye to her job as a political reporter with a major Australian daily newspaper and launched herself into the world as a freelance journalist. At the same time she moved to a foreign country – Spain – where she knew no one and didn’t speak the language. Now that takes guts! Yet, as with everything she does, she’s had roaring success. For links to the resources mentioned in this episode, visit: http://shemakesmagic.com/podcast-001-koren-helbig/

Meet Australian sisters Koren and Alana Helbig, founders of She Makes Magic and hosts of The Podcast Series. Each episode they interview women from around the world who've honoured their calling and now live kind-hearted and often awesomely unconventional lifestyles. Each interview is packed with wisdom on facing fears, dealing with naysayers, managing finances, and staying grounded and motivated. These interviews will fire you up with inspiration and hand you the knowledge and resources you need to get out there and start living large.