Beautiful Inside by Beauticate

This week, I sit down with the luminous Tanya Ali Jalani: breathwork facilitator, sound healer and the founder of Riise. Tanya’s story is one of profound inner awakening, cultural reinvention, and the courage it takes to dismantle the conditioning we inherit.Tanya grew up in Iran before migrating to Australia at age six, carrying the weight of cultural expectation, displacement, and early mental health struggles. At twelve, she knew something inside her felt different: but didn’t yet have the language for depression, trauma, or the emotional storms that shaped her early life.Her life changed dramatically six years ago during a deep meditation retreat, where she experienced a spiritual awakening so powerful it rewired the way she thought, felt and moved in the world. Today, she teaches breathwork and sound healing through a lens of responsibility, integration and emotional safety: and she speaks openly about the days she still has to work hard not to dip.In this conversation, we explore: • How cultural and family conditioning shapes identity • Tanya’s profound “before and after” awakening experience • The difference between sadness and clinical depression • The hidden emotional load carried by immigrant and Middle Eastern families • Why breathwork can activate dormant energies — and why responsible aftercare matters • Why spiritual highs mean nothing without staying human • The rituals and practices that help her remain groundedThis is a conversation for anyone who has ever felt wired differently, struggled in silence, or longed for a deeper connection to themselves.A special thank you to our sponsor, Aestheticá Byron Bay: the female-founded, nurse-led medi-spa redefining natural, ethical cosmetic treatments.Created by registered nurse Alexa Roetger, Aestheticá is built on education, safety, and subtle, confidence-led results. The clinic is staffed by highly trained medical and wellness professionals, reflecting Alexa’s commitment to excellence and her “less is more” philosophy. She’s also a Dermaviduals ambassador and a top-tier Allergan clinician, recognised internationally for her work.Aestheticá specialises in anti-wrinkle treatments, dermal fillers, bioremodelling, regenerative therapies like PRP, medical boosters (NAD, Glutathione, B12), advanced dermal treatments and personalised skin programs — with a strong focus on peri- and menopausal skin support.Nurse Lex is kindly offering our audience a 20% discount - head to aestheticabyronbay.com to book and use the code BEAUTICATE2026.

What comes to mind when you picture a psychic medium? Incense? Crystal balls? Whispery voices?David is none of those things.Before becoming one of Australia’s most sought-after mediums, he was a corporate counter-terrorism analyst — logical, sceptical and deeply uninterested in “woo woo.” Then a single reading in suburban Melbourne changed everything. In this conversation, David shares the story behind his unlikely spiritual awakening and the trauma that sharpened his intuition. We talk about what the afterlife really feels like, why he believes nothing is a coincidence, and his beautiful philosophy that life on earth is a classroom for the soul.He opens up about growing up as a highly intuitive child without realising it, coming out as a teenager in conservative Melbourne, his parents’ separation, and how grief, heartbreak and “real life” became the very experiences that trained his spiritual gifts.We also explore:How to strengthen your own intuition (and why everyone has it)What it feels like to receive messages from spiritReincarnation, soul contracts and the “waiting room” he calls heavenWhy trauma often unlocks psychic giftsHow to recognise signs, synchronicities and déjà vuThe surprising connection between spirituality and self-developmentIt’s a grounded, thoughtful and surprisingly practical look at intuition, energy, grief and what it means to be alive. Whether you’re deeply spiritual or gently sceptical, this episode might change the way you see the world — and yourself.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review or share it with a friend — it truly helps the show grow.Thank you to our sponsor Medik8 — the B Corp certified, British dermatological skincare brand globally renowned for age-defying results without compromise.@Medik8anz have just launched their most advanced collagen innovation yet: Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream — a high-performance formula powered by Growth Factor MiniProtein™ and a NAD+ Longevity Booster to strengthen and rejuvenate skin from within.The Beauticate community can shop their entire range with 20% off using code BEAUTICATE at medik8.com.au.Follow @medik8anz to discover more science-backed skincare rituals.Follow & Subscribe🎙 Listen and Watch: beauticate.com/vodcast📱 Follow Beauticate: @beauticate💫 Follow Sigourney: @sigourneycantelo🎥 Follow David The Medium: @davidthemediumWatch or listen to all episodes at beauticate.com/vodcast or apple.co/beautifulinside.

In this raw and redemptive episode, Olivia Arezzolo — sleep expert, author, and wellness advocate — opens up about her extraordinary journey from despair to deep healing.From a lonely childhood and years of depression, bullying, and eating disorders that saw her hospitalised, Olivia’s story is one of survival, awakening, and self-love. She shares the pivotal moment she decided “I deserve more than this” and the practices, therapies, and spiritual experiences that helped her rebuild her life — from intensive group therapy and meditation to a life-changing Ayahuasca journey in Costa Rica.Now a respected voice in holistic health, Olivia talks candidly with Sigourney about turning pain into purpose, the science of sleep, and her daily rituals for staying grounded, productive, and present. Expect a deeply human conversation about recovery, routine, and the radical act of choosing yourself — every single day.🎙 In this episode:How early trauma and family dynamics shaped Olivia’s fierce independenceHer teenage battle with depression, bulimia, and anorexia — and what finally helped her recoverThe therapeutic breakthroughs that rewired her relationship with herselfThe Ayahuasca experience that transformed her outlook on love, fear, and purposeHer science-backed sleep and morning rituals (including why she swears by a three-hour morning routine)How to build true wellness from the inside out📺 Beautiful Inside by Beauticate is hosted by Sigourney Cantelo, founder of Beauticate, award-winning beauty journalist, and former Vogue Australia Beauty Director.Thank you to our sponsor mesoestetic: the Spanish scientifically-formulated skincare brand trusted by doctors and dermal therapists worldwide.Known for their globally renowned Cosmelan® treatment for hyperpigmentation and cult-favourite mesoprotech Melan 130 SPF 50+, the brand also has a host of dermal solutions for  products for aging, acne and sensitive skin. The Beauticate community can shop their extensive range with 20% off using the code BEAUTICATE at mesoestetic.com.au.Follow @mesoestetic.australia to see their incredible products in action.Follow & Subscribe🎙 Listen & Watch: beauticate.com/vodcast📱 Follow Beauticate: @beauticate💫 Follow Sigourney: @sigourneycantelo

In this raw and refreshingly honest episode of Beautiful Inside by Beauticate, Celeste Barber — comedian, actor, and global social media sensation — sits down with Sigourney Cantelo to talk about what it really takes to stay sane, grounded, and authentic in a world obsessed with perfection and performance.Celeste opens up about her childhood battles with bullying and ADHD, how she’s learnt to silence her inner critic (“Becky”), and why setting boundaries with fans and social media is vital for her mental health. From raising her boys without gaming or social media to navigating fame on her own terms, Celeste’s reflections are as sharp and funny as they are deeply human.It’s a must-listen for anyone who’s ever wrestled with people-pleasing, burnout, or that little voice that says you’re not enough.See the full feature at beauticate.com/vodcast📺 Beautiful Inside by Beauticate is hosted by Sigourney Cantelo, founder of Beauticate, award-winning beauty journalist, and former Vogue Australia beauty director.Thank you to our sponsor mesoestetic: the Spanish scientifically-formulated skincare brand trusted by doctors and dermal therapists worldwide.Known for their globally renowned Cosmelan® treatment for hyperpigmentation and cult-favourite mesoprotech Melan 130 SPF 50+, the brand also has a host of dermal solutions for  products for aging, acne and sensitive skin. The Beauticate community can shop their extensive range with a 20% discount using the code BEAUTICATE  at mesoestetic.com.au. Follow @mesoestetic.australia to see their incredible products in action. Filmed in a suite at The Mondrian on The Gold Coast in Australia. Sigourney wears pinstripe suite ⁠jacket⁠ and ⁠pants ⁠ by Perri Cutten. Image by Corrie Bond for Body + Soul. Follow & Subscribe🎙 Listen and Watch: beauticate.com/vodcast📱 Follow Beauticate: @beauticate💫 Follow Sigourney: @sigourneycantelo🎥 Follow Celeste: @celestebarber

At the end of 2023, I hit a wall. Anxiety and burnout forced me to slow down and rebuild (you can hear more in earlier episodes). Out of that experience came Beautiful Inside — a space for honest conversations about mental health, healing, and redefining beauty as something that starts within.In this solo episode, I share my current Sacred Six — the six rituals and mindset shifts helping me heal, reset, and find balance.1. Creating a Sacred SpaceIt includes my:• Infraredi red light: here’s my discount code. Here’s the article about it • Dyson Supersonic R• My 5 Minute Journal • My Pulsetto device: here's another discount code '• Fragrances by The Ayu and Shemana, candles, incense, crystals, prayer beads, and a photo of my grandmother • Tools like my De La Heart lymphatic tool and Lonvitalite dermarollerThe space itself, with a Viola marble benchtop from Allambie Marble Crafts and VJ panels, feels beautiful and intentional. It reminds me daily of the power of ritual and environment in healing.2. Energy Healing: The Spiral Soul Healing with KellieI recently completed an 8-week Spiral with SoulHealingKellie. Her own story of trauma and transformation inspired me to dive in, and the process combined emotional clearing, EFT, and inner child work.What it gave me: • More openness, less procrastination • Courage to take action • Cleared blocks around goal-setting and asking for what I want • Freedom to dream bigger without fearIt taught me one vital lesson: get out of your own way.3. Spinal Energetics with Dr Sarah JaneDr Sarah Jane created Spinal Energetics™, blending chiropractic, psychology, and energy work. In my session, she “read” my pain with uncanny accuracy — at one point, my arm felt on fire. Though my neck pain is ongoing, I saw how physical and emotional healing mirror one another.4. Breath & Sound Healing with Tanya AlijaniThrough her Soulchemy method, Tanya combines breathwork and sound frequencies that shift the body into deep relaxation. My intention was to release parenting anxiety — I left feeling lighter, calmer, transformed.5. Yin Yoga at Modern MovementYin has become my Sunday reset. At Modern Movement, teachers Tim and Rose create a spiritual, still space that balances out the intensity of other practices.6. Mindset Shifts with Mel RobbinsMel Robbins’ Let Them philosophy and 5 Second Rule gave me structure and motivation. They helped me clarify my fitness goals — weights, running, swimming — and reminded me that movement is medicine for body, mind, and soul.And if you love this episode, stay tuned — I’ll be sharing even more rituals, products, and practices in my upcoming Sacred Sixty Selfcare and Wellness Guide.This season of Beautiful Inside is proudly brought to you by Blue Haven Pools.We’ve partnered with Blue Haven to bring our dream pool to life—a custom concrete plunge pool designed to flow seamlessly from our kitchen and dining area, complete with magnesium mineral water, pale Onix mosaic tiles, and white limestone pavers for that Mediterranean feel.Blue Haven has spent over 50 years building beautiful, functional pools, offering everything from fully customised designs to world-first online pool packages for standard blocks.Visit bluehaven.com.au to explore what’s possible—and stay tuned for our Pool Diaries mini-series at the end of this episode.Rate and review on iTunes Follow Sigourney on Instagram, Youtube and TikTok⁠⁠: Follow Beauticate on ⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠ and Facebook