Rugby player Jonny Wilkinson was once driven by a quest for perfection, and an obsession with becoming the best player in the world. Now though, he’s learning to be content with who he is in the present.In this chat, Jonny and Fearne explore the idea that sometimes our own imagination is what’s limiting our idea of success before we’ve even begun, and they wonder if our understanding of ‘ambition’ needs to be reframed to be more inclusive of the journey, not just the final outcome.Listen to Jonny’s podcast, ‘I Am’, wherever you’re listening to this right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Isaac, Taylor, and Zac Hanson, brothers who have been making music together for thirty years and have retained a strong sense of self, talk about their parents, faith, unique roles in the band, social media, and their new album and upcoming tour.

We’ve been encouraged to suppress our intuition, to look to others for answers instead of trusting that we already have the answers within ourselves. Spiritual guide and teacher Giselle La Pompe Moore is determined to help us return to our authentic selves.In this chat, Fearne and Giselle share their belief that spirituality isn’t an elite club that centres around buying stuff. Physical items like crystals, sage, or tarot cards can be a wonderful addition if you ascribe meaning to them, but fundamentally being spiritual is about using your own mental power to find joy, bliss, and peace in every day life.Giselle’s book ‘Take It In: Do The Inner Work. Create Your Best Damn Life’ is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might feel aware that the internet makes you feel strangely disconnected from others, but writer and podcaster Emma Gannon feels it makes us disconnect from ourselves too. In this chat, Emma and Fearne dissect cancel culture and why we’ve got to allow each other the space to learn and grow, as well as why our offline activity should take precedence, because actions speak louder than token words on a screen.They also talk about how the biggest crime now seems to be not having an opinion. Fearne and Emma believe it’s ok not to know, or have an opinion on, absolutely everything. In fact, that’s probably better both for the world and your own mental health.Emma’s book is called Disconnected: How to Stay Human in an Online World, and it’s out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Performer Will Young shares his struggle with comparing himself to others, the importance of connecting with others, and physically moving trauma out of his body. They discuss rejection and the negative impact of comparison. They also explore the power of storytelling, building self-esteem, sharing hopeful stories, managing anxiety, and listening to and honoring your body.

Dr Rangan Chatterjee explains the effect of chronic mental stress on our bodies and offers lifestyle changes to alleviate symptoms. They discuss core happiness, embracing authenticity, and the power of perspective in changing reactions and relationships. They also explore the myth of success, recognizing trade-offs, and avoiding hero worship in society.

Actor Ruth Wilson discusses her belief in bringing authenticity to her roles and explores self-discovery through relationships. They explore how embodying different characters helps her be less judgmental. They discuss the challenges of falling in love and the madness it brings. The podcast also delves into the process of character building and finding balance in the acting world.

Why can it feel more difficult to talk about mental health with the people you’re related to? In this Mother’s Day special of Happy Place, Fearne and her mum Lin explore their shared ancestry, wondering how much of who they are and what they feel is down to nature, and how much is nurture.In this chat, Fearne hears about her maternal grandmother, who she’s always known suffered mentally, but has only recently learnt more of the details from her own mum. They also touch on how Lin inspired Fearne’s connection to spirituality and the idea that there’s something bigger at play in the universe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Clover Stroud and Fearne explore the transformative power of grief and the beauty found amidst the darkness. They discuss the importance of savoring small moments, accepting death as a liberating force, and the non-linear nature of grief. Clover's book, 'The Red of My Blood', delves into life and death.

TV presenter and disability advocate, Sophie Morgan, talks about her journey of adapting to her physical disability, embracing her situation, and testing the limits of her abilities. She shares her admiration for Frida Kahlo and discusses the liberating power of authenticity. Sophie reflects on her life-altering accident, the importance of celebrating life after paralysis, and confronting discrimination as a wheelchair user. She emphasizes personal growth and excitement for the future.