Patience is a bit of a lost art, but it’s something that ‘Birdgirl’ Mya-Rose Craig is well practiced in. Mya-Rose is an ornithologist, an environmentalist, a diversity activist as well as a writer, speaker and broadcaster. Having been a twitcher – someone who travels to specific locations to spot birds – since she was days old, she revels in patiently waiting to see the next beautiful bird on her list.In this chat, Fearne and Mya-Rose talk about the connection between nature and mental health, as well as how activities that get you outside are vital in making and maintaining relationships with loved ones through sharing a lived experience rather than a digital one.Mya-Rose’s book, Birdgirl, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dame Kelly Holmes, an Olympian who recently came out as gay, talks about her journey of self-discovery, the challenges of being in the military while hiding her true self, and the importance of authenticity. She shares her experiences meeting famous people, navigating burnout, and the need for visibility and understanding in creating change.

If you tend to doubt yourself, do you know why? Psychotherapist, best-selling author, and former NHS lead for Mental Health Owen O’Kane has spent a lifetime unpicking his own past as a gay Irish Catholic child who was bullied and surrounded by bombs and bullets in the hope of understanding where his fear and shame in adulthood came from.In this chat, he and Fearne talk about why therapy isn’t just about talking – that’s just one part – it’s actually about so much more, like who you surround yourself with, how you set boundaries, and the types of choices you make. Owen also explores what he’s learnt about living a full life from working with people who are dying in palliative care.Owen’s new book, How To Be Your Own Therapist, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma Barnett, broadcaster, writer, and author, discusses her experience with infertility and miscarriage, challenging the stigma around it. The conversation explores the importance of empathy, the power of writing about infertility and loss, and the challenges faced by individuals with endometriosis and fertility issues in the workplace. They also reflect on the significance of genuine connections and promote Emma's new newsletter.

Broadcaster and author Sara Cox joins Fearne for a special live episode of Happy Place at The Podcast Show in Islington. A brilliant storyteller, Sara talks about the process of finding her own voice and becoming a confident raconteur both on the radio and in her personal life.In this chat, Fearne and Sara also explore friendships – how our friends heavily influence who we are as individuals, how to sustain friendships over a lifetime, and how to kindly break up with a friend if you notice they’re really just a drain on your energy.Sara’s novel, Thrown, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denise van Outen, presenter, actor, and singer, shares her experience with heartbreak, finding solace in work and accepting being alone. She and Fearne also discuss their blended families and navigating changes in relationships. They reflect on the impact of heartache and the struggle of asking for help.

We can all feel paralysed by the guilt that we might not be doing enough to combat climate change, but actor, director, and environmental activist Bonnie Wright feels we should celebrate imperfect and in-process actions. A little can go a long way.In this chat with Fearne, Bonnie explains why it might be helpful to stop thinking about how we can make ourselves and our impact on the planet smaller, and instead think about how to make our positive impact even bigger. They also talk about how to find the best place to start making that impact in your own life, by concentrating on an area you’re already interested in like cooking, gardening, cleaning, or technology.Bonnie’s book, Go Gently: Actionable Steps To Nurture You And The Planet, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fearne is a Goodwill Ambassador for Mental Health and Wellbeing for The Prince’s Trust, a brilliant charity that helps people who have faced disadvantage and adversity to get their lives on track, supporting them into education, training, and jobs.In this special episode, Fearne chats to Emma-May about the role The Prince’s Trust has played in helping her grow in confidence, both practically and emotionally. Emma-May has been a carer for her parents since she was eleven-years-old, and struggled with her mental health after many years of personal challenges at school that left her with severe anxiety and low self-confidence. Now, she’s studying for a law degree and is much more comfortable in larger groups of people.As well as catching up on Emma-May’s progress, Fearne has a very special surprise for her at the end of the episode...The Prince’s Trust Awards in association with TK Maxx & Homesense will be on TV on Thursday 26th May at 8.30pm on ITV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amanda de Cadenet, former British TV star turned photographer and chat show host, shares her journey of reclaiming her image and voice. In this podcast, she discusses speaking up when you can't hear the conversations you need, the challenges of ego, embracing the chaos of life, creating safe spaces for open conversation, healing from trauma, letting go of painful experiences, and her involvement with the Victoria's Secret Collective and creating positive change.

What do you feel the meaning of life is? Purpose? Happiness? Does it matter if we’re not sure? In this chat, Fearne and actor Minnie Driver explore how it might gently fluctuate as we go through different stages of our lives.Minnie also talks about her innate ability to articulate emotion, something that was often agony during her childhood, but has now allowed her to parent her own son in a deeply empathetic way.Minnie’s memoir(ish) is out now; it’s called Managing Expectations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.