Beautiful Inside by Beauticate

Welcome to part two of our chat with the wonderful Amy Gerard. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, Sigourney and Amy dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood, mental health, and a creative career. Amy opens up about navigating anxiety, the pressures of social media, and the relentless juggle of modern parenting. Amy talked us through the traumatic childhood experience of losing her home to a bushfire and how it shaped her perspective and her community rallied around her family. We also covered the emotional impact of motherhood and how it can ignite anxiety; how to transition from a stay-at-home mum to a working mum and rediscovering your identity and parenting in the digital age and how much to share about your children. Amy also goes deep into her relationships and and how she manages conflict and confrontation in friendships and marriage. She shares how she has learned to prioritise and protect your energy as life gets busier and to overcome people-pleasing tendencies and setting boundaries. This episode is a beautiful reminder that you’re not alone in your struggles, and it’s okay to prioritize yourself while navigating the chaos of life. Tune in to feel seen, inspired, and validated! Thanks to our Season Three Sacred Spaces sponsors King Living who share our belief that our home is our sanctuary. Their innovative furniture designs and Sleep Collection prioritise wellness and adaptability, making your sacred spaces even more inviting.  Don’t miss my Sleep Diary at the end of this episode where I share my own experience with King Living’s customisable Promenade Bed and Sleep + 8000. Check out the King Living Sleep Collection⁠ ⁠here⁠⁠.⁠. Subscribe to the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and comment to suggest guests and topics Follow ⁠Sigourney ⁠on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram and ⁠TikTok⁠. Follow Beauticate on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠. Where to Find Amy: Instagram: ⁠@AmyGerard⁠ Podcasts: Beyond the Chaos & Beyond the Likes (available on all podcast platforms) Book: Strap Yourself In Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed the episode!

In this episode of the podcast, we chat with the incredibly funny and unfiltered Amy Gerard. From her viral parenting videos to her successful podcasts and book, Amy has built a career on sharing her life’s raw, relatable, and often hilarious moments. Amy opens up about: Her rise to fame through social media and her transition to hosting two hit podcasts, Beyond the Chaos and Beyond the Likes. The deeply personal journey of buying and renovating the home she grew up in—a house that tragically burned down in the 1994 bushfires. How she turned her family’s past into a stunning, nature-inspired space filled with love and memories. The highs and lows of parenting, marriage, and managing anxiety, along with the humor that helps her navigate it all. Her work as a weekend radio host for Kiss FM and the inspiration behind her laugh-out-loud memoir, Strap Yourself In. This episode is equal parts entertaining and inspiring, packed with stories that will make you laugh, cry, and marvel at Amy’s resilience and wit. Whether you’re looking for parenting advice, home renovation inspiration, or just a good laugh, this conversation with Amy Gerard is not to be missed. Tune in for an unforgettable chat packed with humour, heart, and plenty of “wow” moments! https://www.beauticate.com/vodcast/ With thanks to our Season Three Sacred Spaces sponsors King Living who share our belief that our home is our sanctuary. Their innovative furniture designs and Sleep Collection prioritise wellness and adaptability, making your sacred spaces even more inviting.  Don’t miss my Sleep Diary at the end of this episode where I share my own experience with King Living’s customisable Promenade Bed and Sleep + 8000. Check out the King Living Sleep Collection here. Where to Find Amy: Instagram: @AmyGerard Podcasts: Beyond the Chaos & Beyond the Likes (available on all podcast platforms) Book: Strap Yourself In Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed the episode!

In this transformative episode of our Sacred Spaces series, sponsored by King Living, we delve into the story of Gary Gorrow—renowned meditation teacher, Vedic master, and the visionary co-creator of Soma, a wellness retreat nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland. Soma is a sanctuary for healing and transformation, set across nine hectares of lush tropical countryside. Its design, a stunning collaboration between Gary, his brother and designer George Gorrow, and Balinese architect Rieky Sunur, seamlessly blends modern minimalism with Balinese influences. From the iconic geodesic yoga dome to the serene bamboo garden and lotus pond, Soma’s beauty serves as a perfect backdrop for mindfulness and connection. Gary’s own home, located on the Soma property, reflects the same ethos, with floor-to-ceiling windows that invite nature inside and create a deep sense of tranquility. It was in this space, with the rain falling outside and Gary’s cat Leopold purring nearby, that we sat down for this heartfelt conversation. Gary shares his journey from growing up on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, struggling with depression and burnout in his early career in film and TV production, to discovering meditation as a tool to heal his nervous system and change his mindset. He speaks about his “calling” to become a meditation teacher, working with A-list stars and CEOs, and the profound lessons he’s learned along the way. In this episode, Gary also provides practical insights into building a meaningful meditation practice and creating spaces that foster inner peace—lessons I’ve been applying in my own life with transformative results. With gratitude to our Season Three sponsor King Living, who share our belief that home is a sanctuary. Their innovative furniture designs and Sleep Collection prioritize wellness and adaptability, making your sacred spaces even more inviting. Don’t miss upcoming episodes where I share my own experience with King Living’s customisable mattresses in my Sleep Diary. Links: • Explore Soma • Check out King Living’s Sleep Collection • Follow Gary Gorrow Rate and review on iTunes Follow Sigourney on Instagram ⁠⁠and ⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠ Follow Beauticate on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and Facebook

In today’s episode from our Sacred Spaces Series, sponsored by King Living, I sit down with the extraordinary Laura May Gibbs, the founder and creative visionary behind Nagnata, a Byron Bay-based sustainable fashion brand redefining the industry. We recorded this conversation in Nagnata’s flagship store in Byron Bay, a space that feels more like an art gallery than a retail shop. Designed in collaboration with the Pattern Studio, the store is a dreamscape of hand-carved timber pillars and curvaceous forms inspired by global architecture. It’s serene and soothing by day, but with LED lighting, it can transform into a vibrant and energetic space. In this intimate chat, Laura May opens up about her rebellious youth, her journey into yoga and bodywork, and the personal healing that shaped her career. We explore how she balances creativity with sustainability, the emotional challenges of running a purpose-led business, and the lessons she’s learned from staying true to her values in an ever-changing industry. Get ready for a conversation filled with inspiration, honesty, and a glimpse into the world of one of fashion’s most authentic innovators. With special thanks to our Season Three Sponsors⁠ King Living⁠. Like us at Beauticate, King Living believe that our home is our haven and they design furniture that is designed to change and flex as we do. Their sleep collection is a true example of innovation in the wellness space, and I’ve been lucky enough to do a road test of one of King Living’s beds and customisable mattress in my Sleep Diary. I can’t wait to share my experience in episode 4, 5 and 6.... so stay tuned. If you enjoy our episodes, it would mean the world to me if you could rate and review us on Apple. Subscribe to the show ⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠ and comment to suggest guests and topics Follow Sigourney on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok Follow Beauticate on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and Facebook.