Amanda Yik is a Certified Professional Coach for Transformation. She has transitioned through multiple careers - from commercial litigation lawyer to non-profit manager to Nature and Forest Therapy Guide. Recovered from a sudden, unexpected, life-threatening illness - Amanda learns that life on earth is about flourishing in our own unique, beautifu…

My guest this week is Dr. Laurena Law. She is on a mission to unlock the benefits of integrative medicine in women's health. In spite of being a qualified medical doctor, she realised the limitations of western medicine when, in her 20s, she was diagnosed with endometriosis, a common health condition that affects 1 in 10 women. She went on to pursu…

This week’s guest takes us on a divergent path from what I have always believed; that beauty, first and foremost, emanates from within. I met celebrity hairstylist Kim Robinson at a friend’s lunch recently. Our conversation on beauty made me wonder, what if the way we look shapes our self belief? Can a bad haircut hold us back? What happens when ou…

There are various ways of attaining a mindful state of being from meditation to yoga, journaling to a gratitude practise. But ever heard of achieving that inner peace through sounds? Meet French entrepreneur Aymeric Vollant- DJ, music lover and co-founder of the IKIGAI boutique yoga studio. He brings participants into the present moment through his…

My guest today is Corie Chu. She is a Hong Kong-born Los Angeles raised Reiki Master Teacher and intuitive energy healer. She left her fast-paced job as a publicist in Hollywood and replanted herself in Hong Kong where she runs her own practise in Soho. I have been curious about this form of energy healing but stayed cautious as I don't really unde…

Ross Eathorne is a performance trainer, international athlete, mentor, author, and recovering perfectionist. He competed in 10 World Sports Aerobics Championships, played Premier level Rugby, completed not one but two 250km Ultramarathons in the Sahara and Atacama deserts, won a bronze medal in an over 40 Dragon Boat World Championship, practised Q…

My guest this week is a trainer, educator, and role model. Despite living with Type 1 Diabetes since he was a teen, Jay Horley is living proof that you can stay strong, fit, and healthy despite a chronic health condition. What’s more, he has found that a carnivore diet can help moderate his body’s glucose level, which, in turn, helps him live a mor…

The Greek philosopher Socrates once said: “The unexamined life is not worth living.” This quote epitomizes, in so many ways, the life journey of this week’s guest – Louise Corbett. Growing up in Australia, Louise always dreamt of being a CEO. She worked hard towards it, working in marketing and communication roles for multinationals that brought he…

My guest this week is Cathay Pacific pilot Katrine Olsen, a down-to-earth curious human who has balanced an aviation career with her well-being journey. Shaped by her childhood in Denmark, she has taken the path less traveled from participating in an all-women’s expedition across the Arctic to thriving, with grace and humor, in a largely male-domin…

Shoshana Weinberg is an Ayurvedic and Plant medicine practitioner with over 20 years of experience. She has studied under renowned herbalists such as Robin Bennet and Michael Moore. After the birth of her 3rd child, she left her position at the Four Seasons Spa where she was the senior director for almost a decade. In her new chapter, Shoshana has …

Gianni Melwani joins me to scratch the surface of spiritual learning, sacred texts and meditation in the modern world. He is the co-founder of IKIGAI- a boutique and wellness studio in Hong Kong. Named after the traditional Japanese concept of “a reason for being,” his studio aims to provide a space for people to tap into both their physical and me…

My guest this week shows how art can be inspiring in re-visiting the past and re-telling our truth. Hong Kong-based artist Rachel Smith grew up half a world away, on a large farm in rural Canada. Yet it is Hong Kong she calls home these days, where she runs, Senseless Art – her own artistic sanctuary in the heart of the city. In early 2019, followi…

After studying Art & Expressive Arts at Exeter University in the UK, our guest today became an artist, art educator, and art therapist. She would probably have stayed in the UK if it hadn’t been for her insatiable appetite to see the world. That brought Katie Flowers to Hong Kong where she landed a teaching position at Yew Chung International Schoo…

The topic today brings a lot of joy to our family. My husband is an avid mountain biker and shares his passion with our girls. Every time they go out riding in the trees, they come back muddy and happy. Through riding, we are fortunate to get to know my guest today, Nick Dover, a fellow rider and a good friend. In this episode, I chat with Nick on …

What happens when your identity falls by the wayside? What happens when you are no longer the person the world once knew? This is the story of my guest today, Emily Lola Tan. In this conversation, we talk about the loss of identity, embracing your inner feline, mental agility, Emily's healing journey, tips on how to support friends who are fighting…

I talk with Kevin Choy on Joint Resilience Through Movement Nutrition. Kevin completed his degree in Physiotherapy in 2008. He has branched out to furthered his education in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Functional Range Conditioning Mobility, and Functional Range Release. He has trained under some of the world’s most exciting movement…

Brian Lai joins me to talk about how breathwork affects your mental health, our body's ability to adapt, the 3 entry points to the nervous system & how we can use simple strategies to a calmer state. Brian discovered breath-work while on a journey to improve his health issues. His search led him to train under Wim Hof, becoming the first certified …

I talk with the founders of Hong Kong Shifts, Cynthia Cheng + Maxime Vanhollebeke, on Social Inclusion. Hong Kong Shifts is a journalism project, featuring shift workers to raise awareness & encourage dialogue between people from different social-economic backgrounds. In this conversation, we talk about building connections and bridging the gaps in…

✌🏼🌱 - Dona Eder Listen, Watch, & Subscribe Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts SHOW NOTES: What is a Highly Sensitive Person? HSP is genetic. It’s not a disorder or disability Dr. Katie’s childhood story of her HSP moment HSP misdiagnosed How HSP can take care of themselves The journey of self love HSP is needed in socie…

✌🏼🌱 - Dona Eder Listen, Watch, & Subscribe Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts SHOW NOTES: What is beauty? Self-awareness. Where does change start? How messaging shapes our perception What is body image and body embodiment? How do we connect with our body? The journey of self love Self-awareness and compassion with our b…

✌🏼🌱 - Dona Eder Listen, Watch, & Subscribe Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts SHOW NOTES: What is beauty? Self-awareness. Where does change start? How messaging shapes our perception What are body image and body embodiment? How do we connect with our bodies? The journey of self-love Self-awareness and compassion with ou…

✌🏼🌱 - Dona Eder Listen, Watch, & Subscribe Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts SHOW NOTES: What is Menopause? How do women know when they are approaching menopause? How to manage weight and hormonal health Inflammation from food and detoxification Lab results from a Naturopathic perspective The effects of synthetic hormo…

Pia Wong is the executive director of Bring Me a Book HK. She is passionate to help raise awareness and advocate for key social and literacy issues facing Hong Kong. Her love for books is contagious! In this episode, we talk about conversational reading, creating connection through books, and how reading together can be a remedy for our mental heal…

This episode is the for the productive geeks out there. I have the pleasure to chat with Razlan Manjaji on finding happiness through life hacks and productivity. Razlan leads the global events for South China Morning Post. He has refined the art of setting expectations for optimal outcomes and multi-tasking hundreds of items per week. In the conver…

What is a Positive Birthing Experience? No, it's not a drug-free, vaginal delivery. This conversation with Kathy Kitzis (Doula, CalmBirth Educator + Massage therapist) will empower women to be their own advocate during labour. She will share her struggle on post natal depression, how she overcame it, and what tools women can add to their toolbox to…

I am excited to bring you this conversation with Falguni Mathers on Conscious Parenting. With a background in psychology & a Masters in Counselling, Falguni incorporates EFT tapping with traditional talk therapy in her work. This is not a how to fix your child conversation. We will explore what it mean to be a conscious parent, letting go of our st…

Jasmine Nunns spent her childhood climbing trees, digging for earth worms, & creating magical potions from fruits and berries foraged in her local village. She is the founder of Kembali, offering Nature and Forest Therapy walks, supporting people in their journey of connection with themselves, nature and others. She is a coach, & Hong Kong's first …

Simon Holliday is a passionate pioneering open water swimmer. Simon is also the co-founder of Splash Foundation, a non-profit organisation that promotes safety, empowerment & connection through swimming. In this podcast, we will talk about swimming as a mental challenge & why it can be life changing. If we allow ourselves to zoom out, We can experi…

Linda Moana is a Holistic Love and Sexuality Coach. She is passionate about integrating authentic sexuality with self-love and wholeness. Sexuality is our birthright and our core essence, yet its taboo in our society creates guilt, shame, fear, wounding and trauma. Linda was a successful Wealth Manager, despite having it all, she felt numb, disconn…

My guest today is Coco Chan. We had an incredible conversation about Mental Health and Being Brave for Yourself. She is the founder and managing director of, Voltage PR, Wellness Warriors, and OMSA. In this conversation Coco reveals relationship with chronic depression. Sometimes the best remedy is to listen to stories from others with shared strug…

Dr Benita Perch is a naturopathic physician & has been practicing for a decade. She is the managing director & senior partner at Integrated Medicine Institute. Benita has the ability to unravel complex auto immune conditions & treat the root cause of them. We will discuss what is a healthy gut, how it affects our quality of life, & tips that will h…

Nigel Marshall is a spiritual seeker. He has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga for 19 years and is an authorised Level II Ashtanga Yoga teacher. In this conversation, we talk about how to build a safe yoga practice, the idea of a guru, discipline and David Bowie! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

By Dona Eder

By Dona Eder