The Connection Compass

Andrea L Evans

The Connection Compass is for those days when you feel completely lost, you have the feeling you should be doing something but you are not sure what. This podcast takes you on a journey of disconnection to connection. Its about deepening the connection with yourself, earth and nature, the environments we live and work in and each other. Its about being open to possibility and potential in our lives and the ability to thrive despite the difficult times and embracing holistic approaches and self development. This podcast is a mix of solo recordings and interview based You can find me on Instagram @andrealouiseyoga or www.andrealevans.com and also Facebook https://www.facebook.com/wellnessandthriving For more writings on The Connection Compass you can also visit https://substack.com/@andrealevans

  1. Aug 5

    Unmuting Your Joy with Ashley Looker

    in this weeks episode of The Connection Compass, I talk to Ashley Looker, an Empowerment & Mindfulness Teacher who teaches ambitious, overachieving humans how to slow down and detach their productivity from their worth. In this conversation Ashley and I explore what it really means to love life, not by constantly striving for more, but by remembering who we truly are underneath all the doing.We talk about the difference between the woo and the whoa, balancing masculine and feminine energyWhy so many of us have forgotten how to slow down and receive, and how living beyond our energetic capacity leads us further away from ourselves and closer to burnout.Together we explore unmuting our joy through the tiny, everyday moments, redefining success, letting go of the need to prove our worth, and trusting that what is meant for us will find us. We also have a tender conversation about childlessness, self-compassion, and the importance of holding space for the parts of ourselves that still ache with tenderness. More About Ashley Ashley Looker is an Empowerment & Mindfulness Teacher who teaches ambitious, overachieving humans how to slow down and detach their productivity from their worth. She is passionate about using her 20+ years of coaching experience and her love for journaling as tools to support her clients who want to stop wearing ’busy’ as a badge of honor and start living a more joyful, purpose-driven life. She lives in the cozy PNW with her husband of 10 years and two tiny Yorkies, Wendy & Winston. Website Instagram Spotify Facebook More About the Host Join the Live Webinar: The Story of The Connection Compass: a 10 year journey of discovery The Connection Compass Podcast: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-connection-compass/ Instagram: andrea_louise_evans Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-evans-3a82577a/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellnessandthriving

  2. Jul 29

    The Power of Inner Child Healing and Community with Kathy Sanderson

    In this episode, I sit down with Kathy Sanderson, who, alongside her husband, has created a thriving community of healing, connection and family gatherings on their 25 acres of ancient woodland and meadowland in the South West. Kathy shares her deeply personal journey through the heartbreak of 12 miscarriages in four years, The healing modalities that helped her uncover the roots of her pain, and how inner child work transformed not only her own life but also her relationship with her family. We explore how childhood experiences shape our adult relationships, the importance of breaking generational patterns, and why creating new memories and genuine human connection is one of the most powerful forms of healing. We also talk about building community after lockdown, following your calling even when it feels risky, creating intimate events where people truly feel seen, and Kathy’s exciting plans for the future as she continues her work in healing, herbalism and holding space for others. For more information about Kathy and her work and up and coming offers Healing from Within Website Community Camping and Gatherings Website Kathy Sanderson Facebook Current Offers Soulful Weekend for Adults 18th–20th September 2026 A relaxing adults-only weekend in South West Wales with campfires, workshops, nature, community and space to simply breathe. Grow Your Own Apothecary 21st–23rd August 2026 A hands-on weekend learning how to identify, grow and use plants to create your own herbal remedies, mushroom tinctures and herbal teas using plants from your own garden and local area. 24 Days of Wellness Advent Calendar Pre-orders now open. Twenty-four days of handcrafted herbal remedies, mushroom tinctures, flower essences, herbal teas, balms and other natural gifts to support your wellbeing throughout December. Early bird £120. About the Host The Connection Compass Podcast: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-connection-compass/ Instagram: andrea_louise_evans Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-evans-3a82577a/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellnessandthriving

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The Connection Compass is for those days when you feel completely lost, you have the feeling you should be doing something but you are not sure what. This podcast takes you on a journey of disconnection to connection. Its about deepening the connection with yourself, earth and nature, the environments we live and work in and each other. Its about being open to possibility and potential in our lives and the ability to thrive despite the difficult times and embracing holistic approaches and self development. This podcast is a mix of solo recordings and interview based You can find me on Instagram @andrealouiseyoga or www.andrealevans.com and also Facebook https://www.facebook.com/wellnessandthriving For more writings on The Connection Compass you can also visit https://substack.com/@andrealevans