Big Stuff With Danielle Colley

• HAYR? The Elephant In The Wine Glass

  Enjoyed this and want to let us know? Drop us a textHow Are You Really? From blackout drunk at 14 to four months alcohol-free at 49 - this isn't your typical sobriety story. Hell, she's not even sure if she's sober. This episode of Big Stuff asks How Are You Really? about Danielle's complicated relationship with alcohol, from teenage rebellion to mummy wine culture to perimenopause reality checks.Danielle explores the socially acceptable way we've been taught to cope with everything from Tuesday to triumph, and what happens when you start asking uncomfortable questions about habits that once served you but now don't.Spoiler alert: You don't need to hit rock bottom to reassess your relationship with alcohol. And you definitely don't need to commit to forever.If you're questioning your own relationship with alcohol (or any habit that's stopped serving you), ask yourself:What is this giving to my life and what is this taking from my life?How do I want to be? Who do I want to be? How do I want to show up?Remember: You don't need all the answers figured out. You just need to ask some questions.This episode is part of How Are You Really? - where listeners can share what's going on for them and receive real-time coaching. No conversation, just honest answers and evidence-based guidance.If you want real support with how you really are, get in touch: [email protected]⁠Hit Danielle's website to learn more⁠Buy Danielle's award winning book - ⁠The Chocolate Bar Life⁠⁠Follow her on Instagram⁠Remember: As long as you are self-reflecting, you'll always be moving in the right direction.00:00 Introduction: The Elephant in the Wine Glass00:24 Personal Journey: From Blackout Drunk to Sober02:20 Teenage Drinking: Setting Patterns04:37 Alcohol and Parenthood: A Coping Mechanism05:20 Shifting Perspectives: Alcohol and Wellness07:28 Physical Reactions: The Impact of Alcohol09:15 Relationship Dynamics: Alcohol and Marriage11:17 Experimenting with Sobriety: Six Weeks Challenge15:03 Sober Curious: Influences and Reflections25:29 Concluding Thoughts: Reassessing Alcohol

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• When Standing Out Becomes Your Super Power

  Enjoyed this and want to let us know? Drop us a textSix years ago, my friend Carolyn was a successful TV executive who liked to blend into the background. Then she lost every single hair on her body to alopecia - and it forced her to become the most confident version of herself she'd ever been.Carolyn Ozkoseoglu is the Vice President of Sales and Distribution at Sony Pictures Television, working in an industry notoriously obsessed with appearance. When Alopecia Universalis stripped away every hair on her body, she faced a choice: hide from the world or own her new reality.What followed was a journey from shame and fear to unexpected confidence and empowerment. In this conversation, Carolyn shares how losing the thing she thought defined her actually helped her discover who she really was - and why standing out became her greatest strength. This conversation is for anyone who's ever felt like they had to hide parts of themselves, anyone facing their own identity transformation, or anyone who simply wants to understand what real confidence looks like. Carolyn's journey proves that sometimes the thing we fear most becomes the thing that sets us free.While Carolyn keeps a relatively private social media presence, you can follow Sony Pictures Television's work in the Australian market through industry publications.This conversation was deeply personal for me to share, as Carolyn isn't just a podcast guest - she's one of my dearest friends and the godmother to my children. Her courage in sharing this story, and in living it so authentically, continues to inspire me every day.00:00 Welcome to Big Stuff00:30 Understanding the Role in Film and Television02:58 The Importance of Appearance in the Industry04:34 Alopecia Diagnosis and Initial Reactions10:43 Coping with Hair Loss and Finding Support15:49 Embracing a New Identity22:43 Living with Alopecia: Challenges and Insights30:23 Confidence and Self-Development38:56 Eyebrow Adventures and Nasal Hair Woes40:12 The Irony of Hair Loss and Beauty Standards45:42 Empathy and Visible Differences53:16 The Journey of Alopecia

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• Does Everything Happen For A Reason (or is that something a$$holes say?)

  Enjoyed this and want to let us know? Drop us a textDoes Everything Happen For A Reason? Conversations on Grief, Healing, and Resilience with Imogen Carn. In this compelling debut episode of 'Big Stuff,' host Danielle welcomes her first guest, Imogen. As a seasoned podcaster from the "Good Mourning" podcast and trauma informed breathwork facilitator, Imogen offers deep insight into her tumultuous journey through the harrowing experience of losing her mother to suicide. Imogen shares her profound story of uncovering the 20-year abusive relationship her mother was trapped in.We delve into grief, recovery, and the transformative power of forgiveness, and explore various healing modalities that have helped Imogen on her path, including somatic therapies and breathwork. This episode also touches on the importance of addressing grief and death openly in a culture which often fears not only dying but also speaking about the dead. Imogen shares poignant reflections on resilience, the choice to find meaning in suffering, and her ongoing mission to support others with their healing journeys. You will gain insights on how to approach grief, making this episode a powerful resource for navigating the complexities of loss and healing.You can find Imogen at - Good Mourning podcast Good Mourning InstagramImogen Carn InstagramRESOURCES MENTIONED -Books and authors mentioned include -  'The Gift' and 'The Choice' by Dr. Edith Egar 'Grow Around Grief' theory by Dr. Lois TonkinIf you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone. Reach out for help today because there is a life beyond domestic abuse.Trusted supports are -Emergency - 00024/7 Counselling-1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732Lifeline - 13 11 14Legal Help - wlsa.org.auCentrelink Crisis Line - 132 85000:00 Welcome to Big Stuff02:21 A Life-Changing Conversation03:37 Uncovering a Dark Truth07:31 The Aftermath and Seeking Justice14:17 Understanding Coercive Control23:21 Turning Grief into Purpose29:12 Starting the Podcast Amidst Grief29:28 The Evolution of the Podcast29:45 Finding Light in Darkness30:15 Honoring My Mom's Legacy30:52 The Concept of Healing31:02 Sacred Contracts and Life's Purpose31:44 Everything Happens for a Reason?32:20 Navigating Grief and Meaning36:13 Supporting Others Through Grief?36:33 Personal Grief Experiences37:19 Dealing with Others' Grief38:33 Teaching Grief and Death in Schools41:12 A Personal Story of Loss44:42 The Importance of Acknowledging Loss45:22 Healing and Moving Forward50:37 The Role of Somatic Therapy53:35 Future Plans and Community Support

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