Best Michael Holmwood Podcasts (2024)

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Weathering the Storm: How to Hold On and When to Let Go 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

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Have you ever been through a storm in your life that felt like it would never end? In this episode, I share my own experience of sailing through a storm in the Caribbean 23 years ago and how it relates to the personal challenges I've faced over the past few months. Join me as I reflect on my past and how they relate to my current experiences, and l…

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You Can Change Your Life by Doing This One Thing 17:01

1+ y ago17:01

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Access my interview at The Good Health Revolution Sign Up for FREE HERE From January 23rd - 29th, join me for The Good Health Revolution: Industry Leading Experts Reveal Powerful Strategies To Improve Your Health & Create Life Of Energy & Vitality’. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ What kind of relationship do you have with your mind? Is it like a good friend that en…

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The Importance of Celebrating Your Wins 13:10

1+ y ago13:10

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Everyone has their sights set on the end of the year and the new goals they want to achieve. Why not do the opposite and take some time to acknowledge the journey you have experienced this year? That way, the goals you achieve in 2023 will be even more satisfying. This has been an important shift for me in the past couple of years. I hope it works …

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How to Re-Enchant Your World and Restore the Sacred with Isla Macleod 1:20:32

1+ y ago1:20:32

1:20:32

I am so pleased to be sharing this magical conversation I had with Isla Macleod. Isla is a ceremonialist, ritual designer and transformational healer devoted to restoring the Sacred and supporting others in their quest for meaning and belonging. Her work is expressed through bespoke ceremonies, rites of passage, ritual crafting workshops, guided he…

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I Did a Solo Wild Camping Trip, This is What Happened 34:00

1+ y ago34:00

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I went on a 4 day/ 3 night solo wild camping trip into the wilderness of the Western Cape, here in South Africa. It had been on my 'to-do' list for 3 years! In this episode I share the reason why I procrastinated for so long, some of what I experienced while I was in-the-wild and 3 Key Lessons I received from my time in Nature I wanted to share the…

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Rediscovering the Simple Path to a Happier, Healthier and More Peaceful Life w/ Alex Strauss 1:03:54

1+ y ago1:03:54

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CLICK HERE to register for The Rise Up Rooted Symposium Join us starting on October 31 Reconnect with the Earth, Reawaken Your True Nature, & Rewild Your Busy Life! It's FREE to register and you will have access to the content for 72hrs. There is an option to get lifetime access for a small amount. Please note; The above link is an affiliate link, …

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Why I didn't publish any new episodes for 6months 25:06

1+ y ago25:06

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>>> Get your FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 self-care practices that you can use to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. In this episode I share some of what happened in my personal life over the past few months that led to my impromptu sabbatical. You will hear about some of my transformative journey which sheds light on why I …

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How Does Spending Time in Nature Benefit Your Mental Health? 22:31

2+ y ago22:31

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This is Episode 2 of a three part miniseries: Why Time in Nature is Essential For Your Body, Mind and Spiritual Well-Being Access FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. In this episode I share 7 reasons why time in Nature is good for your Mind. Some of the topics we cover in this episode incl…

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How Does Spending Time in Nature Benefit Your Physical Well-being? 19:22

2+ y ago19:22

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Episode 1 of a three part miniseries: Why Time in Nature is Essential For Your Body, Mind and Spiritual Well-Being Access FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. Each episode will focus on one of these well-being elements. In this episode I share 7 reasons why time in Nature is good for your b…

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My Profound Experience with Life and Death 11:30

2+ y ago11:30

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In this episode I share an encounter I had whilst visiting one of my favourite places; Cape Point Nature Reserve. During my solo trip into the reserve I had a couple of unique and special encounters with the Eland(worlds largest antelope). I came across a carcass of an Eland and just a short while later I had a close up experience with the main her…

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What is Forest Bathing and How Can it Improve Your Well-Being? 14:37

2+ y ago14:37

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Access FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. In this episode I share my take on what forest bathing is and why I think it is essential for your well-being. My intention is to introduce the concept and hopefully inspire you to give it a go. I include the origin story and will touch on the sci…

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What is a 'Sit Spot' in Nature and How Can it Help You? 12:49

3y ago12:49

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Access FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. In this episode I share the Sit Spot nature connection exercise. There are so many positive benefits to gain from spending time in nature. The Sit Spot is a fundamental practice for nurturing nature connection. In this episode you will learn: Why …

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How to Consciously Connect with Nature 9:21

3y ago9:21

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The benefits from spending time in nature can be amplified through what I like to call Conscious Connection. In this episode I share the first step needed to create Conscious Connection. Its all about taking a moment to ACKNOWLEDGE Nature. When you do this you create space for a much deeper nature connection experience and it encourages your True N…

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Nurturing Community and Compassion through Nature Connection w/ Ruth Forest Clouds 1:30:32

3y ago1:30:32

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Access FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. Ruth is a qualified Forest Therapy and Natural Mindfulness guide and founder of Forest Clouds Nature Therapy based in Essex, England. COMMUNITY, CONNECTION and COMPASSION are important values that she brings to the work she does. They are also str…

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Alive in Five - Exercise for Awakening Your Senses 12:14

3y ago12:14

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In this episode I share my Alive in Five nature connection exercise. There are so many positive benefits to gain from spending time in nature. The quality of these benefits is directly related to the quality of your connectedness whilst in nature. So make your nature connection time count. The Alive in Five exercise is a great way to start your nat…

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Applying Natural Mindfulness whilst Hiking 10:23

3y ago10:23

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In this episode of Awaken to Nature Meditations, I share an experience I had whilst hiking in the Cederberg Mountains of the Western Cape, South Africa. I share some of what I do to slow down and quieten the mind so that I am present and in a better space to properly connect whilst in the mountains. Let me know if you enjoy these short episodes? Do…

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Introducing Awaken to Nature Meditations: Nature Based Exercises and Experiences w/ Michael Holmwood 11:44

3y ago11:44

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It has always been my intention to offer two styles of podcast episodes, so far I have only published Awaken to Nature CONVERSATIONS. These are the long form podcast episodes of me interviewing and connecting with inspiring guests. This episode marks the beginning of Awaken to Nature MEDITATIONS. A series of natural mindfulness Exercises and Experi…

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Discovering True Nature Through the Art of Natural Mindfulness w/ Ian Banyard 1:12:23

3+ y ago1:12:23

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Access FREE Well-being Guide here. It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less. Ian is a UK based Author, Natural Mindfulness Guide and Guide Trainer. He is also the creator of Nature Connection World, an online directory of Natural Mindfulness Guides, Nature Based Therapists and Practitioners. Ian has always had a love for n…

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Nature Connection, Herbalism and Wild Foods for Radiant Health w/ Cullen Taylor Clark 1:25:26

3+ y ago1:25:26

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Cullen Taylor Clark is the co-founder of Aether Herbalist and Apothecary. A young company on a mission to restore our connection to the ancient art and healing benefits of herbalism. In today’s episode we hear how Cullen took a sharp turn away from a career in corporate to discover a whole new world much closer to nature. As he ventured down this p…

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Finding Connection Through Music and Rhythm w/ James van Minnen 1:26:52

3+ y ago1:26:52

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James van Minnen is a professional percussionist who was inspired at an early age by his musical family and at school by a particular teacher who opened the doors to the world of Ethnomusicology. This sparked an interest that would lead him down a journey of musical discovery exploring ancient instruments and the sounds they make. He is trained in …

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Understanding the Rhythms and Cycles of Nature for Improved Health and Wellbeing w/ Kheyrne Danu 1:31:33

3+ y ago1:31:33

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My guest today is Kheyrne Danu, a Woman’s Embodiment Coach, workshop facilitator and birth Doula based in Cape Town South Africa. Kheyrne feels that there is an ancient feminine pulse of life that moves through us all, her mission is to help people awaken to this force, so that they can discover deeper connection and their innate vitality. Kheyrne …

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Wild Food Foraging w/ Roushanna Gray 55:16

3+ y ago55:16

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My very first guest on The Awaken to Nature Podcast is Roushanna Gray, an award winning wild food innovator and avid forager. After many years of developing her knowledge and connection with the edible landscape she created Veld & Sea. They offer a variety of seasonal and sustainable foraging classes and workshops. These fully immersive experiences…

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CTR - HOST: Michael Holmwood - Exciting Evolution of Cape Town Real 10:51

3+ y ago10:51

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Hi Guys, My 'Reflect & Review' process took me deeper than expected and am super stoked with where I am at now. I'm happy to be sharing the news for the first time with your here. All is revealed in this short episode, including the NEW name for the podcast :) As a subscriber, nothing will change, except the name and the artwork. You will continue …

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CTR - Jenni Trethowan - Understanding Baboons in Cape Town 1:02:31

3+ y ago1:02:31

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In this conversation I sit down with Jenni Trethowan the Founder and Director of Baboon Matters, an organisation which has provided a ‘Voice for Baboons’ for over 25 years. In case you don’t know, baboons are the largest primates we have roaming wild, in and around Cape Town and as Jenni puts it, baboons are a very polarising topic, generally peopl…

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CTR - HOST: Michael Holmwood - Reflect & Review 8:11

4y ago8:11

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Hi Guys, My 'Intuitive Impulses' are telling me to Reflect & Review, so here is a quick update regarding where I am at with Cape Town Real. Follow the JOURNEY on social media to find out more; Instagram > @awakentonature Facebook > @awakentonature Sign Up to our ‘Podcast Portal’ for access to show notes, exclusive content and special offers. Sign U…

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CTR - Shamier Magmoet - Discovering Silence and Inspiration in the Ocean 48:24

4y ago48:24

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Shamier Magmoet is a man on a mission to make a difference. He grew up and still lives on The Cape Flats, which as he says, is a “bit of a rough neighbourhood”. It's a place where children can very easily fall into the wrong crowd and be influenced by drugs and crime. Shamier tells us how he would often escape to the sea in search of peace and sile…

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CTR - Brian Bergman - Being of Service and Using Movement as Medicine 1:21:44

4y ago1:21:44

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Brian Bergman is a qualified Vet who currently works from a Veterinary Practice in Khayelitsha. Although this in itself would be a fascinating conversation, we ended up not discussing it at all. Instead I learned that he almost gave up Veterinary, in today's conversation we will hear how a trip to Nepal would lead him to an Ashram in India. Brian w…

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CTR - HOST: Michael Holmwood - My Journey So Far 28:36

4y ago28:36

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Hi Guys, Episode 11 is my first solo podcast. I thought it would be a good time to stop and reflect on the journey so far and to give you some insight into how I see things shaping up for Cape Town Real. You will hear about my original inspiration and the intuitive impulses that followed. I touch on my path to GOING LIVE. It's mostly about the evol…

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CTR - Robyn Smith - Conscious Business and Living Your Truth 1:16:36

4y ago1:16:36

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Robyn Smith knew from a young age that she had a purpose to fulfill and that she was going to make a positive impact on the world. In this conversation we first travel back in time to 2006 when Robyn launched Faithful to Nature, an online store dedicated to all things natural, organic and ethical. We explore the businesses journey, including some o…

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CTR - Ceinwen Smith - Discovering Connection with Plants, Birds and People 1:34:38

4y ago1:34:38

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Ceinwen Smith grew up in the sleepy village of Noordhoek where her days were filled with horse riding, surfing and exploring the wild lands and oceans of the South Peninsula. She developed a strong connection with animals and the environment from an early age, this passion and curiosity would fuel her academic journey through BSc, Honours and endin…

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CTR - Matt Bromley - Uncovering Fear and Purpose with a Big Wave Surfer 56:30

4y ago56:30

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Matt Bromley is a Professional Big Wave Surfer from Cape Town, South Africa. Growing up in Kommetjie, a seaside village on the South Peninsular of Cape Town, Matt had access to several big wave surf spots on his doorstep such as Sunsets and Dungeons Reef. Matt tells us about how a surf session at Dungeons at the age of 17 turned from a terrifying e…

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CTR - Eric Riemann - Uncovering the Business of Adventure 1:08:47

4y ago1:08:47

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Eric Riemann is a company Director and Head of Operations for Adventure Inc. a company which has played an important role in growing the ‘Outdoor and Adventure’ market in South Africa. They represent some of the best adventure brands from around the world and since launching in 2002, have introduced several firsts to South Africa. At its core, Adve…

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CTR - Gary Te Roller - How To Step Up and Speak Your Truth 1:04:52

4y ago1:04:52

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Gary Te Roller adopts a multi-pronged-approach to deliver his message and mission, which is to empower people to live and speak their truth. He is a Mindset and Performance Coach, Podcast host, Online Course Creator and Public Speaker. Gary wasn’t always this way, in this episode he shares his story of how he shifted from a bored, unfulfilled corpo…

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CTR - Peter Daniel - How to Live Your Healthiest Life Today 1:32:39

4y ago1:32:39

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Peter Daniel is the co-founder and CEO of Soaring Free Superfoods. A company which pioneered the superfood category in South Africa and has been providing cutting edge education and inspiration for the past 15 years. Peter is an author, a public speaker, researcher and experimenter. He has dedicated the past 20 years to uncovering and discovering h…

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CTR - Candice Bodington - Discovering the Life of a Digital Creator 1:17:53

4y ago1:17:53

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Candice Bodington left the regular 9 to 5 in search of more! After Qualifying as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Advisor & SWEAT 1000 Instructor, Candice launched her company and brand Candibod, which has a strong focus on health, fitness and girl POWER. In our conversation we discover the journey Candice has had as an Entrepreneur and Digital Creato…

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CTR - Tony Budden - Cannabis: The Most Versatile Plant in the World 1:03:46

4y ago1:03:46

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Tony Budden is the co-founder and Head of Business Development for Hemporium, a Cape Town based company that has pioneered the Cannabis industry in South Africa. Their mission is to provide eco-friendly solutions to the global need for sustainable materials. Tony has been at the forefront of Cannabis research and activism in South Africa for over 2…

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CTR - Peter Herrmann - Could Fungi Heal the World? 1:22:59

4y ago1:22:59

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Peter takes us on a journey into the fascinating world of fungi, which after all is its own KINGDOM. So as you can imagine, there is a lot to talk about. Peter helps breakdown this complex world into bite size chunks, so hop on and enjoy the ride. Along the way we will cover some basics and also dive deeper into specifics related to culinary and me…

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CTR - Jade Bothma - Saving the Sea One Piece of Plastic at a Time 53:52

4y ago53:52

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Jade is a 14year old young lady with some BIG dreams, one of them is to build a home for a homeless person using plastic that she, along with her team from Oceano Reddentes collect from polluted beaches. In this episode we hear about how Jade was inspired to create a non-profit organisation at the age of 12 and that in only 2 years she has already …

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