Bitter Strawberries Bitter Strawberries

I'm backkkkk! Hi everyone, thanks for all the LOVE you have sent my way and for everyone who has listened to Bitter Strawberries so far!

I've had some beautiful conversations about different episodes with people and it's reconnected me with lots of people from my past (in a good way!), which I'm very grateful for and I've also made some new and exciting connections.

The episodes have been a bit ad-hoc to date BUT I'm stepping into Spring/Summer 2024 with a renewed energy and optimism to switch up the format and keep spreading the message about emotional health - no doubt with a special focus on the menstrual cycle because that's what I know BEST!

My plan for now is to do some shorter, more spontaneous weekly podcast episodes followed by bi-monthly episodes centred around more in-depth and specific topics, which will also feature some amazing guests. I can't wait!

So let me be the soundtrack to your spring/summer and all the seasons ahead. This is the place to get your emotions seen, felt and heard - no small talk allowed!

In this episode, I cover...


My experiences with Reiki
My fears of being cancelled (after I recommended Jay Shetty!) lol
My relationship with social media
Putting myself out there!
My new routine
Seizing the moment
Learning to play the Ukulele
My coaching packages & connection calls

I am currently offering free 30 minute Connection Calls for anyone interested in finding out about how Menstrual Cycle Coaching could support you. To book a session, find out more information here!

To find out more about my work as an Artist, Writer, Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator, follow my Instagram page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bitterstrawb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and explore my website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rosannahjones.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

This episode was such an exciting one to make! I had the most beautiful, funny, honest, raw and open conversation with someone who is a huge inspiration to me - the amazing Josephine Knechtli! 

Josephine is a Rapid Transformational Therapist and Coach, who has been on her own rollercoaster journey with acute mental health, PMDD, late diagnosed Autism and ADHD. 

We talk about everything from labels and low self-esteem to hypnotherapy, menstrual cycles, the nervous system - and SO much more! 

I did RTT with Josephine in 2023 and I was completely blown away by the results! I credit the work Josephine and I did together as playing a huge part in radically changing my life for the better and I truly believe it has the potential to do the same for other people. 

If you’ve experienced PMDD, poor mental and emotional health, hit rock bottom or you’re feeling lost and don’t know where to go next - this is the podcast episode for you! We go deep and we don’t hold back so if you want to be a fly on the wall and hang out with us for an hour (and a half!) then be our guest.

Topics include...


PMDD
Hypnotherapy
Suicidal ideation and self-harm
Mental Health
Autism and ADHD
Cancer
Healing and recovery
Natural and holistic health
Recreational drugs

You can find out more about Josephine's work here:

IG: @byjosephine.k

TikTok: @solacesisterhood

YouTube: /byjosephine.k

Website: byjosephinek.com

To find out more about my work as an Artist, Writer, Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator, follow my Instagram page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bitterstrawb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and explore my website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rosannahjones.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In today's episode, I share an article I wrote back in the summer titled 'The Worst Witch: The Magic and Poison of Growing Up in an All Girls' School.'

From the ages of 11-18 I attended an all girls' state grammar school. Over the past year, I've reflected a lot on how growing up in such a competitive and gendered environment has affected me.

This episode is for anyone socialised as a girl or woman who has never felt "good-enough." I hope it gives you reassurance, strength and comfort.

Topics include...


Competition and meritocracy
Self-worth and self-esteem
Gender roles and identity
Social class
Fitting in and popularity
People-pleasing
Friendship
Periods and the Menstrual Cycle

To find out more about my work as an Artist, Writer, Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator, follow my Instagram page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bitterstrawb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and explore my website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rosannahjones.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

In this episode, I welcome my first VERY special guest (and my friend) to the podcast - Ciara Duddy! Ciara is the founder of Walk Lighter, a support group for people who have been bereaved by suicide.

Ciara sadly lost her dad to suicide in 2021 and in struggling to find the right support after his death, she created Walk Lighter. Walk Lighter is an informal monthly support group meeting in Paisley (near Glasgow) at Barshaw Park. People are invited to grab a coffee and walk with those who are experiencing the same confusion, heartache and fears. 

Ciara's journey and desire to help others has been a huge inspiration to me. Her honesty and warmth shine through in everything she does and we both share a strong belief in looking after your emotional health and healing through human connection. This conversation meant so much to me and I'm so excited to share it. I have no doubt that anyone who has been affected by suicide or grief will find comfort in Ciara's words.

Topics include...


Loss of a parent
Suicide
Mental Health
Grief
Navigating emotions
Healing and spirituality

Thank you so much to Ciara for sharing her story and making this episode possible. For more information on Walk Lighter, see the links below. There are more resources for anyone affected by the topics covered in this episode on the Walk Lighter website.

References:


Walk Lighter website
Walk Lighter - Facebook
Walk Lighter - Instagram
Reiki Love Club (Glasgow)

To find out more about my work as an Artist, Writer, Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator, follow my Instagram page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bitterstrawb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and explore my website ⁠⁠⁠⁠rosannahjones.com⁠⁠⁠⁠!

Are you feeling stuck in a creative rut? Uninspired? Blocked?

In this episode, I explore some of the ways you can unblock your creativity and I share how much this has helped my own healing and recovery.

Topics include...


Finding a structured creative hobby/activity
Carving out unstructured time to play, imagine & experiment
Doing something you've never done before
Sharing your creativity
Stop making excuses
Nurturing and healing your inner child
Being cautious of creative vultures
Aligning your creativity and your work

I give lots of examples from my personal life and the million different creative mediums I've tried out! I also talk about how creativity is a central part of my workshops and Menstrual Cycle Coaching practice.

References:


Julia Cameron - The Artist's Way
Rick Rubin - The Creative Act: A Way of Being
Louise Hay - You Can Heal Your Life
Audre Lorde - Poetry Is Not a Luxury

To celebrate my 30th year on planet earth, I'm offering a special 30% discount on all of my workshops, coaching and courses until 1 March 2024. You can find out more about this, how to book a free 30 minute consultation call and complete a new client form by visiting this ⁠page⁠.

To find out more about my work as an Artist, Writer, Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator, follow my Instagram page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bitterstrawb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and explore my website ⁠⁠⁠rosannahjones.com⁠⁠⁠!

This episode is a special one - I explore how Menstrual Cycle Coaching can transform your life!...and how developing menstrual cycle awareness radically changed things for me.

I talk about my training as a Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator with Lisa de Jong and how (very soon!) I will be working with people 1-to-1, through group courses and in creative workshops.

Topics covered...


What is Menstrual Cycle Coaching?
The 5 elements of my Menstrual Cycle Coaching practice
My Menstrual Cycle Coaching packages
Is Menstrual Cycle Coaching right for you?
How do you sign-up?



To celebrate my 30th year on planet earth, I'm offering a special 30% discount on all of my workshops, coaching and courses until 1 March 2024. You can find out more about this, how to book a free 30 minute consultation call and complete a new client form by visiting this page.

References:


Lara Owen - Her Blood is Gold
Kitty Maguire - Menstrual Mentor

To find out more about my work as an Artist, Writer, Menstrual Cycle Coach & Facilitator, follow my Instagram page ⁠⁠⁠⁠@bitterstrawb⁠⁠⁠⁠ and explore my website ⁠⁠rosannahjones.com⁠⁠!