Walking This Way

Lise Thorne
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Welcome to Walking This Way - the upfront, no-nonsense podcast about midlife for women who are done with pretending it’s all fine. Join Lise Thorne for honest conversations, unfiltered stories and a good dose of humour as she explores what it really means to be a woman in midlife - from shifting priorities and changing bodies to rediscovering joy, purpose and self. Real talk. Real women. Real midlife. Because this isn’t about surviving midlife - it’s about walking it your way. Walking This Way is produced by The Good Studio.

  1. Challenge #6: Make time for nature

    1D AGO · BONUS

    Challenge #6: Make time for nature

    Welcome to your next Walking This Way Challenge - your fortnightly invitation to try something small, simple and quietly restorative. These challenges are designed to fit into real life. No pressure. No perfection. No special equipment. Just a moment to pause, notice, and perhaps see the world a little differently, together. This fortnight’s challenge: Notice the nature around you It’s February. The days are short, life can feel busy and full, and energy can be low. This challenge invites you to take small, intentional moments to notice the nature that already exists around you — right where you are. Not a countryside escape. Not a grand gesture. Just what’s quietly happening alongside you every day. Inspired by the RSPB Great British Birdwatch, this challenge is a reminder that gardens, streets and local parks are alive with activity — if we slow down enough to see it. How to try it Choose one or two simple ways to tune in: Stand outside for a minute and really listen to non-human soundsWatch the birds in your garden, on your street or in the parkPut seed out for birds or visiting wildlifeListen to the rainTake one walk this week with no headphones — let nature be your soundtrackPause on a dog walk instead of rushing to tick it off the listYou don’t need to know what the birds are called. You don’t need to do anything with what you notice. Just notice. Share your success: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    8 min
  2. Body confidence in midlife: Awareness, acceptance and change - with Tallulah Bamford

    FEB 2

    Body confidence in midlife: Awareness, acceptance and change - with Tallulah Bamford

    In this episode of Walking This Way, Lise is joined by Tallulah Bamford (nee O'Hea), founder of The Body Conversation, for an open, thoughtful and deeply compassionate discussion about body image, body awareness and how our relationship with our bodies evolves across a lifetime. This conversation moves beyond surface-level body confidence and into something much richer: how early messages about bodies shape us, how those messages linger into midlife, and how awareness - rather than judgement - can be a powerful place to begin healing. Tallulah brings insight from her work with people of all ages, from school settings through to coaching midlife women, offering a rare intergenerational perspective on how body image is formed, challenged and reshaped. In this episode, Lise and Tallulah explore: How body image conversations often begin far earlier than we realiseThe long-term impact of language, messaging and comparisonWhy midlife can resurface old beliefs about bodies, and why that mattersThe difference between body image and body awarenessHow to reconnect with your body in a way that feels safe and supportiveWhy neutrality and curiosity can be more powerful than forced positivityHow we can model healthier body conversations for the next generationThis is a gentle but important reminder that our bodies are not projects to be fixed, they are places we live, experience joy, navigate change and carry wisdom. About Tallulah Tallulah Bamford is the founder of The Body Conversation, working across generations to open up honest, supportive conversations about body image and body awareness. She works in schools as well as with adults and midlife women, helping people reconnect with their bodies in healthier, more compassionate ways. Be a part of the show: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    1h 5m

  3. JAN 26 · BONUS

    Challenge #5: Embrace the cold

    Welcome to your next Walking This Way Challenge - your fortnightly invitation to try something small, manageable and surprisingly powerful. These challenges aren’t about pushing harder, doing more or climbing metaphorical mountains. They’re about tiny shifts that change how we feel, how we notice the world, and how we move through our days. This fortnight’s challenge: embrace the cold (safely) Yes, it’s still January. Yes, it’s freezing. But instead of resisting it or wishing it away, this challenge invites you to lean into the cold - briefly, gently and safely - and notice what happens. This is not about ice baths, frozen rivers or heroic endurance. No Wim Hof extremes here. Think small, intentional moments of cold exposure that help you feel awake, alive and grounded. Simple ways to try it: Step outside first thing in the morning for 30–60 secondsPut your bare feet on the cold groundTurn the shower cool for the last 10–20 secondsOpen a window wide and take a few deep breathsGo for a walk without over-layering — be bold, go out coldAnd then notice the contrast. The warmth when you come back inside. The hot drink. The jumper. The fire. That deep, comforting sense of ahhh. Why this matters Cold has a way of cutting through January heaviness. It wakes up your nervous system, sharpens your breath and brings you back into your body - often at a time of year that can feel flat, heavy or draining. Cold can ignite something in you, just like fire can. Pause and reflect After each moment of cold exposure, take a moment to ask: How did my body feel afterwards?Did my mood or energy shift?Did it feel easier as the days went on?Write it down, message Lisa, or send a voice message - especially straight after you’ve come in from the cold. Share your success: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    9 min
  4. It's not about the stuff: How decluttering can change your life - with Katrina Hassan

    JAN 19

    It's not about the stuff: How decluttering can change your life - with Katrina Hassan

    Clutter. Stuff. The things we keep “just in case”, the cupboards we avoid opening, and the quiet mental load that comes with living surrounded by things that no longer serve us. In this episode, Lisa is joined by her long-time friend Katrina Hassan, a Master Level Certified KonMari Consultant and founder of Spark Joy London, for an honest, funny and deeply thoughtful conversation about clutter – and why it’s never just about the stuff. Together, they explore how tidying can become a powerful tool for self-trust, decision-making and reclaiming space in midlife – physically, mentally and emotionally. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your home, stuck in old narratives about who you should be, or quietly craving a lighter way of living, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk about: Why clutter is often a symptom, not the problemHow the KonMari method goes far beyond declutteringThe emotional weight of inherited items and sentimental possessionsLetting go of “shoulds” and perfectionism (including matching wine glasses)What tidying teaches us about confidence, choice and self-trustMidlife transitions, menopause, burnout and the need for spaceHow creating order at home can unlock clarity in work, relationships and lifeAbout this episode's guest: Katrina Hassan Katrina Hassan is a Master Level Certified KonMari Consultant and the founder of Spark Joy London. After nearly a decade teaching in a London primary school, Katrina discovered Marie Kondo’s work during pregnancy – a turning point that transformed not just her home, but her entire life. Trained directly by Marie Kondo, Katrina now supports clients through their own “tidying festivals”, helping them create homes – and lives – that feel calmer, lighter and aligned with who they truly are. Be a part of the show: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    1h 1m
  5. Challenge #4: Protect your energy

    JAN 12 · BONUS

    Challenge #4: Protect your energy

    Welcome to your next Walking This Way Challenge - your fortnightly, gentle nudge to do something small that could make a big difference. January can feel endless. The excitement (or chaos) of Christmas has passed, spring feels miles away and there’s pressure everywhere to suddenly become a “better version” of yourself. But nature hibernates in winter, and we’re allowed to as well. This fortnight’s challenge: protect your energy Instead of overhauling your life or setting big resolutions, this challenge invites you to notice what drains you - and make one tiny change to protect your energy. Over the next week or two, simply pay attention to: Conversations that leave you feeling heavy or tenseSituations where you say yes when you really want to say “I’ll think about it”Tasks you take on without being askedTimes of day when your energy dips the mostThen make one small adjustment Not a dramatic boundary overhaul, just one gentle shift. That might look like: Resting instead of reaching for sugar when you’re tiredLetting a call go to voicemail and replying laterSaying a clear, unapologetic noBlocking out 15 minutes a day to rechargeDeciding something is good enough rather than perfectWhy this matters This isn’t about being selfish. It’s about recognising that your energy is valuable and finite. Midlife women give away so much of it and this challenge is about gently bringing some of it back to yourself. Share your success: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    8 min
  6. Move every day: Rethinking exercise and fitness in midlife - with Robyn Phillips

    JAN 5

    Move every day: Rethinking exercise and fitness in midlife - with Robyn Phillips

    Hello again, Rockstars – and happy New Year! Welcome to the very first episode of 2026. In this episode of Walking This Way, I’m joined by one of my favourite humans, longest-standing friends, and the original “move every day” inspiration in my life – the brilliant Robyn Phillips. Robyn is a registered osteopath, movement advocate and fierce challenger of the idea that ageing automatically means slowing down or living in pain. She trained while raising two small children, rebuilt her strength after breast cancer, and lives her message every single day: ability matters more than age. This conversation is honest, funny, deeply practical – and exactly what so many midlife women need as we step into a new year without pressure, perfection or punishing resolutions. Tune in to hear us talking about: Why “move every day” doesn’t mean exercise – and definitely doesn’t mean sufferingHow movement builds confidence, independence and connection as we ageRunning, knees, aches, menopause and the myths that stop women even startingWhy fitness plans fail – and what actually works for lifeAgeing well, fear of falling, and why doing too much for older people can be unhelpfulCreating a personal “movement toolbox” for energy, joy and resilienceAnd because this is Walking This Way, I also share: Christmas reflections, family expectations and learning to let goCold water dips, hot tubs, saunas and why water is my happy placeWhy I don’t do New Year’s resolutions – and what I’m choosing insteadPlus, I answer your brilliant voice notes and messages from listeners around the world, covering: Resetting gently after a tough yearBody acceptance, wobbly bits and self-worthRecovery, resilience and becoming “better than before”Divorce, fresh starts and the importance of kindness to yourselfBe a part of the show: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    48 min
  7. Challenge #3: Stop something in January

    12/29/2025 · BONUS

    Challenge #3: Stop something in January

    Welcome to your next Walking This Way Challenge - the last of 2025 or the first of 2026, depending on when you’re listening. These fortnightly challenges are gentle, doable invitations to carve out a little space just for you. Nothing extreme. Nothing exhausting. Just something that might quietly make life feel better. This fortnight’s challenge: Stop something! January can feel long, cold and relentless - and yet it’s when we’re told to add more: new habits, new goals, new resolutions. This challenge flips that on its head. Instead of starting something new, you’re invited to stop one thing for a month. What could you stop? A daily or weekly habit that causes stress or anxietySomething you do for others that they could do themselvesA behaviour that no longer serves youGood luck, and don't forget to share how you get on. Share your success: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    6 min
  8. Navigating Christmas: Stories of love, loss and laughter - with Adrienne D'Souza

    12/22/2025

    Navigating Christmas: Stories of love, loss and laughter - with Adrienne D'Souza

    Hello again, Rockstars! In this festive episode, I’m joined by the irrepressible Adrienne d’Souza - queen of Christmas chaos, community champion and one of the funniest, warmest women I know. Adrienne spent her life at the heart of Christmas: growing up in her family’s toy shops, running the iconic Hamleys and Harrods toy departments, and later running one of London’s best-loved party shops for 15 years. She has seen everything - the queues, the meltdowns, the impossible-to-find toys, and the mega celebs who tried to do their shopping on 23 December with no security. But this episode is about much more than retail madness. We talk about: ✨ The emotional weight midlife women carry trying to “make the magic happen” ✨ Christmas after losing a loved one, and how Adrienne rebuilt joy after her mum died ✨ Parenting, empty nest Christmases, new traditions and letting go of perfection ✨ Sensory overwhelm and recognising that magical moments aren’t universal ✨ The small, unexpected acts of kindness that become the heart of the season And Lise answers some of your festive questions, from present wrapping tips (using tea towels!), to the joys of open water swimming. In this episode you’ll hear: The behind-the-scenes reality of Christmas in Harrods and HamleysAdrienne’s first Christmas without her mum — and how she created new traditionsWhy midlife women often feel crushed by expectationsThoughts on sensory overload, neurodivergent families and seasonal overwhelmPractical ideas for finding calm, connection and joy this ChristmasBe a part of the show: Here's how to get in touch... Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking_this_wayEmail us: walkingthisway@hotmail.comUse the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8HSend us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWayProduced by The Good Studio - thegoodstudio.co.uk

    35 min
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Welcome to Walking This Way - the upfront, no-nonsense podcast about midlife for women who are done with pretending it’s all fine. Join Lise Thorne for honest conversations, unfiltered stories and a good dose of humour as she explores what it really means to be a woman in midlife - from shifting priorities and changing bodies to rediscovering joy, purpose and self. Real talk. Real women. Real midlife. Because this isn’t about surviving midlife - it’s about walking it your way. Walking This Way is produced by The Good Studio.

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  • Creator
    Lise Thorne
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lise Thorne, 2025

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