Radiate Realness

Welcome to The Freedom Series, a soul-led celebration of 3 years of Radiate Realness. This mini-series is my gift to you, a step-by-step journey through emotional freedom, inspired by the stories, growth, and healing this podcast has created. In today’s opening episode, “The Moment You Knew Something Had to Change,” I take you back to a deeply personal turning point, the moment where survival was no longer enough, and something within me cracked open. It didn’t come with a clear path or perfect plan, just a whisper, a knowing, and a choice to honour it. We all have that moment. Sometimes it shouts. Sometimes it whispers. But it always invites us to begin again.  In This Episode: • The true reason I created The Freedom Series, and why this moment matters • The raw story of when I knew I couldn’t go on the way I was • How awareness becomes the spark that changes everything • The silent patterns that keep us stuck: waiting, fear, self-doubt • Journal prompts to reflect on your own “something has to change” moment • A gentle reminder: The right time is now. Reflection Prompts: • When did you first feel that something had to change in your life? • Did you listen to that nudge… or push it down? • What would it feel like to give yourself permission to start now?  “That moment of realisation is not weakness, it’s power. It’s the spark of emotional freedom.”  Let’s Journey Together:  Explore my programmes & resources  Subscribe to Radiate Realness and stay with me for Episode 2: Breaking the Patterns.

In this deeply moving and inspiring episode with Sarah McCabe, a 40-something mother of three, Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Practitioner, and business owner based in Omagh, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland. Sarah shares her remarkable journey from surviving a life-altering road traffic accident in her early 20s to finding hope, healing, and emotional freedom through the practice of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Key Discussion Points: Defining Emotional Freedom: Sarah delves into what emotional freedom means to her, highlighting it as a state of being where one is no longer bound by the pain, trauma, or limitations imposed by past experiences. She shares how her understanding of emotional freedom evolved through her healing journey, emphasising its importance in leading a fulfilling and abundant life. A Life-Changing Moment: Sarah recounts the pivotal moment when she had to confront her GP with the words, “If something can’t be done, I will not be here next week.” This powerful statement led to her referral to a pain management clinic, where she was first introduced to acupuncture, a decision that would ultimately change the course of her life. The Transformative Power of Acupuncture: From the very first acupuncture session, Sarah felt a profound difference, a knowing that something had shifted for the better. This experience sparked her interest in Chinese medicine and set her on the path to becoming a specialist in the field. Sarah discusses how acupuncture not only helped her manage physical pain but also played a crucial role in her emotional and spiritual healing. Overcoming the Odds: Despite being told she would never walk again, advised against having children, and warned of a life dominated by excruciating pain, Sarah’s resilience and determination led her to defy the odds. She shares the challenges and triumphs of her journey, offering listeners a powerful message of hope and the belief in the body’s incredible capacity to heal. A Lifelong Commitment to Healing: Sarah’s dedication to learning about natural healing methods and living with ease and abundance is evident in her continued education and practice. She shares insights from her training and experiences, aiming to inspire others to find their own path to healing and emotional freedom. Vulnerability and Strength: This episode is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability. Sarah’s willingness to share her story with raw honesty provides listeners with a sense of connection and encouragement, reminding us all that even in our darkest moments, there is always hope. Key Messages  The journey to emotional freedom is deeply personal and often begins in the most unexpected places. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can offer profound healing, not just for the body, but for the mind and soul as well. Even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, hope, determination, and a willingness to explore alternative paths can lead to extraordinary outcomes. Connect with Sarah McCabe: Hope Health Healing Acupuncture  https://www.hopehealthhealing.co.uk/about Sarah McCabe’s story is one of true grit, hope, and the transformative power of believing in your ability to heal. Whether you’re struggling with physical pain, emotional wounds, or simply seeking a more abundant life, this episode is sure to inspire and empower you on your own journey.

In this solo episode, I take you on a deeply personal journey of awakening, discovery, and transformation. Join me as I share the pivotal moments that have shaped my path, from receiving profound messages to encountering unexpected visitors, all leading up to a spectacular storm that marked a turning point in my life. This episode is all about stepping into my true purpose and embracing the power within. Key Points Discussed: Messages of the Journey: Reflecting on the significant messages I've received along my journey. How these messages have guided me and shifted my perspective on life and purpose. The Awakening to Visitors: Sharing the experience of awakening to the presence of visitors in my life. What these visitors represent and how they've influenced my spiritual and personal growth. The Spectacular Storm: A vivid recount of the storm that served as a metaphorical and literal catalyst for change. How this storm helped me confront fears, release old patterns, and embrace transformation. Stepping into My True Purpose and Power: Discussing the process of stepping fully into my purpose. The power that comes with aligning with one's true path and the challenges faced along the way. Encouragement for listeners to find and embrace their own purpose and power. Listen to this episode if: You're on a journey of self-discovery and seeking inspiration to embrace your true purpose. You believe in the power of signs, messages, and spiritual encounters. You're ready to confront your fears and step into your power. Don't Miss an Episode: If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform! By subscribing, you'll never miss out on future episodes filled with insights, inspiration, and powerful stories of transformation. Tune in now to explore these transformative experiences and discover how you, too, can step into your true purpose and power. Connect with Me: https://linktr.ee/iamunstoppable 

Holly Rose Holland is an intuitive author, grief transition coach, international speaker, former spouse, parent, and grief survivor. While moving through the grief process herself, she noticed that people often become stuck when processing death, difficult relationships, employment-related issues, and even changes within themselves. She practises wellness through nature, and intuition, and travels to share her gifts with the world.  Holly’s purpose is to help people find their voice and raise awareness of domestic violence, bring people together to create solutions for safety and peace in their every day life. Holly’s first book is called Keep Moving, Creating a Life After Loss (2020, Sapphire Seahorse Press). Having always loved writing, she finds writing to be therapeutic for herself and others, as a means of expressing grief and creating a new life. Best-seller The Business of Connection (2020, ENE) is her first anthology. You can also find the Holly’s writing in The Colours of Me (2021, MMH Press) and Hear Us Roar Lion Edition (2024, Serenity Press). Her novel on domestic violence is in editing, publication date to be announced. Other books are coming, including a children's story waiting to be written for fifty years. Holly is delighted to be a co-author in Unstoppable Stories by Geraldine McGrath.

Leanne Murner is a global-award-winning author, international speaker, publisher, and mentor based in Newcastle, NSW, and mother to five boys. Leanne Murner works with women helping tell their stories along their healing journeys. With a compassionate and empowering approach, Leanne guides women in exploring and articulating their personal experiences, enabling them to find strength and resilience. Through workshops, retreats one-on-one mentorship, and her own published works, she creates a safe space for women to express themselves, fostering personal growth, emotional healing and transforming their pain into powerful stories of triumph and transformation. --- Where to find Leanne Murner IG: planetaryhealing_au IG: leannemurnerauthor IG: planetary_press_publishing  New websites coming soon  

Award-winning author, internationally renowned speaker, dedicated mentor, entrepreneur, and proud mother of five.Mariam Elhouli is on a mission to save the world one book at a time

Elisabeth Gabauer is an international speaker, bestselling author and Therapist, located near Vienna. She supports women to reclaim their essence, their inner truth and build their life up on that. In every area of their life, business as well as in private life, or in motherhood. She believes that if a woman knows her worth and is guided by her inner truth, she is unstoppable. Her passion is to bring women together for empowerment and sisterhood. She is 43 years old and a mother of two girls. Due to her family history, she was interested in psychotherapy and body therapy from a very early age. She has been practicing yoga and meditation ever since the age of sixteen, always fascinated by the connection between body and mind. The suffering of women in her family, especially the suffering and illness of her mother, brought her to the profession of therapy. She has already been working as a bodytherapist (osteopathy), life coach/psychological counseling and psychotherapist for more than 20 years and She has been active as a Birth Doula for 17 years. She gave birth to the „Weiberkraft“ movement, now patented. This movement is a regular get together of women in sisterhood to create and support each other. She also give birth to a podcast called „Frauencouch“, which gives woman the possibility to tell their stories to empower others. Moreover She accompanies women for 12 months in their personal development in her program „The Feminine Alchemy“ Elisabeth does a lot of training in systemic family therapy and trauma therapy. She is currently doing her master’s degree and also a big scientific study at the Sigmund Freud University in Vienna. It’s all about women’s needs in a toxic society. She is a co-author of 4 books and actually working on her book “Being nice can kill you – and how reclaiming your essence can save your life”, hopefully published in summer this year.

Jenna Hastie, a beacon of resilience and transformative healing, began her nursing journey in 2003 at Glasgow Caledonian University, where her passion ignited. Her career, a testament to love and dedication, reached its pinnacle as a trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner in a General Practice, surrounded by an extraordinary team and appreciative patients. Jenna Hastie's personal journey, a poignant tale of resilience, began in 2012 when mystery symptoms of fatigue, brain fog, lethargy, and migraines took hold. Despite seeking answers, doctors dismissed these concerns, attributing them to the challenges of motherhood. It wasn't until 2016, during her stint as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner, that Jenna finally received diagnoses of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. Navigating a demanding career, Jenna faced the relentless impact of these conditions. In 2019, while working in primary care as a trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner, she received the diagnosis of axial spondyloarthritis. The conventional treatments offered little solace, prompting Jenna to forge a unique path to healing, a journey that would lead her to profound self-discovery and transformation. Her narrative takes a harrowing turn as she confronts the limitations of Western medicine, enduring the side effects of medications and the toll on her body. In the face of debilitating illness, Jenna contemplated the unthinkable but found strength in love and a flicker of hope. A profound shift occurred as she embraced the power of mindset and neuroscience, rewiring her brain and envisioning a life beyond the confines of illness. Jenna's journey of self-healing seamlessly merged her extensive medical knowledge with neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and spiritual practices. The resulting 3D healing method, a holistic approach addressing the mind, body, and soul, became her lifeline. As she untangled the intricate connections between thoughts, emotions, and well-being, Jenna experienced a remarkable transformation. Her journey to remission, medication-free and pain-free, defied the expectations of a chronic and progressive autoimmune disease. Emerged from the depths of despair, Jenna's newfound purpose extends beyond hospital walls. Her calling transcends the confines of a medical profession, reaching into the shadows of chronic illness to guide others on their path of healing and transformation. The 3D healing method, rooted in the understanding of limiting beliefs, nutritional imbalances, chronic stress, and the soul's dimensions, offers a beacon of hope. Transitioning from the conventional path, Jenna embarked on a profound mission—to unravel the mysteries of autoimmune and chronic diseases. With a keen focus on hidden triggers often overlooked by Western medicine, she delved into the complexities of conditions like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Jenna's expertise extended beyond fixed or irreversible root causes, exploring the enigma that eludes conventional understanding. Jenna invites others to recognize the immense power within—the power to paint a masterpiece of resilience and strength on the canvas of past experiences. Her message resonates: the journey of healing involves synchronising the dimensions of being—mind, body, and soul. With unwavering conviction, Jenna implores individuals to embrace their ability to transform pain into power and challenges into catalysts for growth. In the radiant light of Jenna Hastie's journey, she stands as a testament to the inherent power within each individual—a power to heal, to transform, and to illuminate the path to a brighter reality.

"Unleashing an Unstoppable Vision: How We Created the 'Unstoppable Stories Anthology' in Just 4 Months"   Unleashing an Unstoppable Vision: How we Created the “Unstoppable Stories Anthology” in just 4 Months. In September 2023, a pivotal moment arrived when my podcast, "Radiate Realness," won the “Outstanding Podcaster of the Year” award on World Suicide Prevention Day. I dedicated it to those lost to suicide, reinforcing the podcast's mission to spark vital conversations on the subject. Motivated to deepen my impact, I envisioned an anthology titled "Unstoppable Stories," composed of narratives from twenty-five inspiring women, with royalties supporting suicide prevention education. A productive October 2024 meeting with my publisher set a deadline to bring these powerful women together, aiming for a meaningful pre-release at Crom Castle, Ireland. This venture taught me the importance of valuing all connections, for their future potential is boundless. Alignment was key, the contributors needed to share a heartfelt energetic connection with myself and the anthology's mission. The project was a merging of inspired thoughts, intention, discipline, and focused action. "Unstoppable Stories" is now a reality, an International Best Selling Anthology, featuring twenty- five powerful narratives and special chapters, with all royalties contributing to the fight against suicide. It's a testimony to collective strength and the enduring impact of shared visions. https://amzn.eu/d/776TDYf

Struggling to Breathe: The Diary of a Psychiatric In-Patient   After achieving high academic success, Niamh Brownlee became a primary school teacher, first in Kent then back home in Belfast. But all was not well. Gradually, Niamh became more and more depressed until reaching the point where she just wanted to die. At the age of 24, she was admitted to hospital. Although at rock bottom mentally, she had the presence of mind to keep a diary of the 31 days she spent in two psychiatric hospitals in Northern Ireland. This helped her survive and begin the tentative process of recovery. Five years later, Niamh has decided to share her diary of those days in the hope that others will feel less alone and come to believe that recovery is possible, and help is out there. Her diary is also instructive for those who provide mental health services. It gives a rare insight into psychiatric in-patient experience and is a plea to improve the quality of care. Niamh’s diary is a raw account of feeling utterly worthless, but ultimately it is a diary of discovery and hope.

Marnie, a dedicated personal trainer, and special needs support worker is in a loving relationship with her partner, Matthew. Together, they share three wonderful boys and a precious new baby girl.    Marnie's life has been deeply shaped by her passion for supporting those who have faced the challenges of suicide and sibling loss. A personal tragedy struck when Marnie's mother took her own life during her childhood, profoundly influencing the path she would take.    The recent loss of her brother, just over two years ago, ignited a profound journey of self-discovery and inner healing. Now, Marnie is eager to share the transformative practices she has embraced, including meditation, grounding, skycology, and cold therapy. Her mission is to inspire, assist, and in-still hope in others who have endured similar trauma.

Having overcome life events which would have broken many, Maura’s risen through mental health battles with resilience, and now lives for today, receiving standing ovations for her motivational speaking, has people crying with laughter with her standup, has bared all on Channel 4’s Naked Education to talk Menopause, and regularly wins awards as an inspirational charity CEO.

Sandra Miskimmin, from Irvinestown, Northern Ireland, the Founder of SMASH Worldwide, helps women to put the pieces of their health jigsaw back together again, so they can feel amazing. Her mission is to provide women with the knowledge and power to understand the “jigsaw of living a healthy lifestyle.” Having lived with chronic back pain, numerous conditions and being classed as clinically obese in 2013, she undertook a dramatic change to her lifestyle and health and turned her life around. As a result of this, she went back to school and retrained in nutrition, weight management, naturopathy and behavioural change. She is passionate about educating women on how to implement easy strategies into their lives so they and their families can live a healthier life in the long run. She is devoted to helping women reach their fullest potential and being able to achieve their dreams because they have the energy and drive to do so. She shows women a new way of living, so they fall in love with themselves again, and love living a healthy lifestyle. She became a published author, having written a chapter in the best selling publication “SEEN Too”. This collaboration of heart centred women, documents their story of how they stepped into their passion, purpose and power. As a determined, self motivated business woman, she has won numerous awards for her business achievements over the past 20 years. She has spoken on stage on many occasions, with the highlight being, speaking on stage in Las Vegas, to over 1000 attendees at a conference. Her positive attitude and energy shines through when she is working with clients and her desire to ensure that clients succeed, drives her on a daily basis. When she is not helping clients, you will find her either in the kitchen creating tasty new recipes, in the gym, playing netball or at the side of a football pitch cheering on her boys. You can contact Sandra via email:- sandra@smashworldwide.com

Meet Joanna Hunter, a trailblazing New Thought Leader, Metaphysical Teacher, Author, Speaker, and the High Priestess of the transformative LightWeb®. In her cosmic journey, Joanna birthed the world's largest metaphysical experiment, My Million Dollar Experiment, challenging the status quo and inviting seekers to join her movement of conscious millionaires.  Born in Stockholm, Sweden, now living in the magical Highlands of Scotland. Joanna's spiritual gifts ignited early, shaping a character-rich childhood. At 23, she started teaching metaphysical arts and divination, guiding thousands to embrace their spiritual gifts and master the ethereal laws governing our physical existence. A beacon of light, Joanna, alongside Skylar's collective consciousness, carries the sacred Codex of Light™ teachings, a spiritual guide for human ascension. As the human ambassador of the Codex of Light, Joanna empowers clients and students to deepen their connection with Source, elevating their vibration and unlocking internal magic for YOUnity consciousness. Her teaching style is a blend of heart, humor, and a touch of enchantment, creating a space where spirituality meets practicality. Joanna's entrepreneurial spirit clashed with her spiritual calling in her early days, juggling marketing with McDonald's at just 17 and birthing multiple businesses at 23 while being a young mother. Despite building and creating four separate six-figure businesses between 23 and 26, burnout struck hard, leading to multiple organ failure. This awakening spurred Joanna to integrate her entrepreneurial prowess with her mediumistic gifts, crafting a life of freedom. A natural storyteller, Joanna shares her life's tales intertwined with deep metaphysical truths to catalyze the awakening of the best versions of her audience. Skylar, the millions-strong collective consciousness she channels, serves as the unincarnated members of Joanna's soul tribe. Their mission is the coalescence of human ascension, bringing YOUnity to Earth and dispelling suffering by rekindling the magic of our soul's truth. The profound wisdom imparted by Joanna and Skylar has guided thousands to align with their true selves, resulting in increased wealth, joy, and fulfilment. Step into the enchanting world of Joanna Hunter and Skylar, where metaphysics meets everyday magic.  

Women’s Little Christmas in Kerry just got a little bit bigger with a new stage show for one night only at Siamsa Tíre on January 6th, 2024. The internet sensation that is Johnny’s Cottage with Breeda Hurley, Miriam Moriarty Owens and Áine O’Callaghan is set to bring all the fun and mayhem of their online show to the theatre. The show entitled ‘Johnny’s Cottage, A Hooley in the Kitchen’ will be Live, Alive Oh!! It will feature a host of surprise guests, music, dance and laughter and promises to be a night to remember.   Johnny’s Cottage is the brainchild of sisters Breeda and Miriam. A few years ago they decided one night to go live on Facebook to show friends how to bake an apple tart. The rest as they say is history! Two became three when their mischievous sister Áine joined in and then the hilarious antics really grabbed the attention of their many followers. The Johnny’s Cottage show now goes live at least three times a week. It has amassed a following of over 30,000 weekly fans and some of the videos have become viral sensations with millions of people watching. Johnny’s Cottage is a truly authentic entertaining show where the love of three sisters is evident and the fun they have is side-splitting.   Miriam says: “We are not afraid to let our hair down and can get up to anything including swimming in a kid’s pool, falling into the bath, and mimicking TV shows such as the Rose of Tralee and the Apprentice. The stage show will be no different with lots of special guests on the night and some of our best bits.”   Breeda continues: “The three of us embody what it is to live life to the full and not to ever care about any negative judgment. We have recently completed our first cookbook with a difference and now we are delighted to bring a night of good craic to Siamsa Tíre. We can’t wait and it is lovely to do this on the night of Women’s Little Christmas. Anything could happen on stage!   Áine simply states: “Ye better watch out, especially Miriam.”   Tickets for Johnny’s Cottage, A Hooley in the Kitchen are on sale now from the Siamsa Tíre box office by calling 066 7123055 or online by visiting siamsatire.com with the show starting at 8pm on Saturday January 6th, 2024.   https://www.facebook.com/johnnysCottage

What is your word for 2024?     In 2021, my word for the year was AUTHENTICITY… I thought it was going to be a beautiful, smooth year… which didn’t go exactly to plan! When I started to step into my authenticity, I realised my biggest problem was that I was a huge people pleaser, and it was creating a lot of conflict within me. As a result of stepping into my authenticity, 2021 was a huge year of personal and spiritual growth.     In 2022, my word for the year was RADIATE… After going through the journey of developing my authenticity, I was ready to radiate through the world and be truly 110% myself. This is where the podcast name “Radiate Realness” came about. Again, another year of huge growth.     This year, I set the word LEAP… It just so happens that the Chinese Zodiac sign this year was a rabbit! 2023 has been all about moving outside of my comfort zone and putting myself in scary situations. And this has put rocket fuel on my business this year!! From the creation of Radiate Realness to an Award-Winning Podcast!!     Next year, my word for 2024 is going to be ????     Join me this Thursday 14th December at 9pm for my FREE Gathering Circle at 9pm, follow the link below      https://geraldine-mcgrath.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass-word2024     And I just know it’s going to be the biggest year yet. 2024 is the year of the dragon. So, I’m going to be scooping in places where angels can’t reach! I will be jumping out and spreading some serious fire in the world!! Watch this space… I’d love to know, what word are you setting yourself for next year? 

Married with a wonderful family, including two teenage girls and a lively two-year-and-six-month-old boy, I've called Ireland home for nearly 18 years. Armed with a master's degree in clinical psychology and another in computer science, my wife and I navigated a unique career path in Ireland.  Initially, we worked odd jobs—construction for me and a shop counter for her. Education became our bridge to career change, with me completing computer science and her transitioning to become a head of accounts. In 2014, my entrepreneurial journey truly began with the launch of the Eckomarket platform, evolving into the current UTender.ie. In 2015, an idea emerged during a chat, leading to the birth of the Bid Wars project. Despite setbacks, including personal hardships and a temporary pause, the vision persisted. In 2018, facing new challenges, my wife and I invested in education and ventured into a cleaning contract. This marked the beginning of ALOHA Mental Arithmetic, a program teaching kids valuable skills. The journey continued in 2019 with Service Wars evolving into UTender. By 2020, UTender V1 was launched, and in 2021, the platform went live in Ireland, the UK, and Romania. Amid ups and downs, 2022 brought a near-death experience with a server crash, leading to a bold decision to rebuild UTender from scratch. In 2023, UTender emerged stronger, ready to explore new horizons. Currently, as the founder and CEO of UTender.ie and Whatswhat.ie, my mission is to shape UTender into a global lead generation platform while supporting businesses through Whatswhat.ie in navigating the modern business landscape. The journey is ongoing, and the goal is to unlock new possibilities for businesses worldwide.

Vicky Blades is on an Unstoppable mission to show women how to speak up, stand out and be heard! By finding their authentic voice and developing the confidence to step powerfully into the spotlight and take centre stage; at work, in life, and in business.    For too long women have been conditioned to stay small, quiet, invisible and to spend their energy caring for others, whilst neglecting themselves. For too long women and girls have been the secret-keepers -  historically, socially, generationally - we have been tasked with keeping silent to stay safe. But to what cost? It’s time we challenge this narrative and break out so that we can change the world!   Using her 20 years experience as a professional actress, coupled with co-active coaching techniques, Vicky looks at the hiding habits of brilliant women like you, and invites you to discover (and smash) your visibility blocks. You will finally access your authentic voice, learn how to step into your power, and play big. Whether on camera, on stage or in writing, it is vital that you share your story and your wisdom!    Vicky is a Communications Coach focusing on Voice, Video and Visibility. She has been a professional actress for 20 years and has worked as a trainer and workshop facilitator for even longer. She particularly loves working to empower women in business and trained with Tara Mohr as a Playing Big facilitator. A Mental Health First Aider and Autism NI Ambassador, Vicky also works with children and teens on oracy and confidence skills. She has an MA in Acting for Media (TV, Film and Radio) and has been a certified Life & Executive Coach since 2018.

Catherine Molloy is CEO and founder of Auspac Business Advantage an award winning international soft skills training company. At the young age of 19 Catherine studied body language and topped sales for WESTPAC banking corporation Australia wide but couldn’t understand why, if she could connect so well with customers why wouldn’t everyone else want too? So she then studied human behaviours and became a profiler to help people understand each other and communicate well for win wins. 30 years on, she has completed a Master of Leadership and Master in neurolinguistic programming and created the award-winning conscious connection framework where we combine mindfulness with body language and behaviours to consciously communicate. Catherine is a TEDx and International Speaker and Author of The Conscious Leader and The Million Dollar Handshake.