JamJarGill Podcast

JamJarGill

Hello and welcome to the JamJarGill Podcast. The intention of this podcast is to educate, inform and empower my audience to reconnect with their bodies and minds in a more natural way and most importantly to learn to be their own health advocates. I do this through interviewing a wide variety of holistic specialists and deep diving into each modality and how it has both healed them and their clients too. And if you’re interested in being a guest email: podcast@jamjargill.com

  1. 03/10/2025

    S05 E06: EMDR, PTSD & Birth Trauma – Healing Through Therapy | Christina Jassi

    Trauma comes in many forms—PTSD, birth trauma, and the stress of modern life can all leave deep emotional imprints. But can therapy like EMDR help rewire the brain for healing? In this episode, I sit down with Christina Jassi, a specialist in EMDR, executive function coaching, and comorbid mental health, to explore: ✨ Why EMDR is a powerful tool for PTSD and beyond✨ The connection between birth trauma and mental health✨ How stress and overwhelm can mimic neurodivergent traits✨ The healing power of holding space and deep self-reflectionFrom navigating personal trauma to leaving the NHS to launch Finding Joy Psychological Services, Christina shares invaluable insights into healing and transformation. Whether you’re struggling with past trauma, feeling overwhelmed, or simply curious about how therapy can support deep healing, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice. 🕒 Timestamps:00:00:00 - Welcome00:01:45 - Christina’s journey: from NHS to private practice00:06:20 - How EMDR works and why it’s so effective00:11:15 - The deep connection between PTSD and birth trauma00:17:40 - Stress, overwhelm & the rise of neurodivergence00:22:55 - Executive function coaching: what is it & who can benefit?00:28:30 - The importance of holding space for healing00:34:10 - Breaking free from societal expectations & finding joy00:38:20 - How to work with Christina & Finding Joy Psychological Services00:40:00 - Final thoughts & wrap-up📌 Follow Christina Jassi & Finding Joy Psychological Services:🔹 Website: https://findingjoypsychology.com🔹 Instagram: @finding.joy.psych🔹 LinkedIn: Christina Jassi📌 Ways to Work With Me:💡 Let’s chat! Fill out my Work With Me Discovery Form💌 Join My Tribe and get my newsletter (twice a month max)🎧 Catch all episodes of The JamJarGill Podcast📧 Sponsor the Podcast: Email us at podcast@jamjargill.com📑 Read the full show notes🎙️ Podcast Credits:Produced independently by Gill Perkins, handling: ✅ Podcast production & editing✅ Guest outreach & organisation✅ Presenting & hosting✅ Marketing & promotion✅ Full creative directionNeed help with podcast production or content creation? Connect with me here: 🔹 LinkedIn: @gill-perkins🎵 Music Credit:Bensound – Small Guitar https://www.bensound.com 📢 If you found this episode valuable, please like, share, and subscribe! Your support helps spread awareness about holistic healing and mental well-being. 💛✨

    41 min
  2. S05 E05: EMDR, Therapy & Creating a Safe Space for Healing | Christina Jassi

    02/12/2025

    S05 E05: EMDR, Therapy & Creating a Safe Space for Healing | Christina Jassi

    Not all therapy is one-size-fits-all. The right therapist can make all the difference in your healing journey—but how do you find someone who truly understands and supports you? In this episode, I sit down withChristina Jassi, a specialist inCBT, EMDR, and Executive Functioning Coaching (for ADHD), to explore:✨Why therapist-client fit is crucial for healing✨How to know if your therapist is the right match✨The science behind feeling safe and supported in therapy✨How EMDR helps process trauma and emotional blocks Whether you’ve tried therapy before or are considering it for the first time, this conversation is packed withvaluable insights to help you feel empowered in your healing journey. 00:00:00 - Welcome to S05 E0500:01:10 - Christina’s journey into therapy & mental health00:07:50 - Why the therapist-client relationship matters00:14:40 - How to find the right therapist for you00:20:55 - The role of safety and trust in therapy00:27:30 - What is EMDR, and how does it work?00:35:15 - How trauma affects the body and mind00:42:00 - Creating a healing space without pressure00:48:06 - Final thoughts & wrap-up 📌Follow Christina Jassi:🔹Instagram:https://instagram.com/finding.joy.psych🔹Website:https://findingjoypsychology.com/🔹LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-jassi-977739215/ 💡Want to work with me? Let’s chat! Fill out myWork With Me Discovery Form here:https://jamjargill.com/work-with-me-discovery-form/ 💌Join My Tribe and receive my newsletter (sent out twice a month max):https://jamjargill.com/join-my-tribe/🎧Catch all episodes of The JamJarGill Podcast:https://linktr.ee/JJG_podcast📧Sponsor the Podcast: Email us atpodcast@jamjargill.com 📑Read the full show notes for this and all past episodes:https://jamjargill.com/category/episode-show-notes/ This podcast is100% independently produced by me,Gill Perkins.I handleeverything, including:✅Podcast production & editing✅Guest outreach & organisation✅Presenting & hosting✅Marketing & promotion✅Full creative direction If you needsupport with podcast production or content creation, you can connect with me here:🔹LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gill-perkins/ 🎵Music Credit: Bensound – Small Guitarhttps://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/small-guitar 🕒 Timestamps:📌Ways to Work With Me🎙️ Podcast Credits

    48 min
  3. S05 E04: Healing Beyond Talk Therapy – Emotional Blocks, Astrology & Holistic Tools w/ Taryn Sambrook

    01/22/2025

    S05 E04: Healing Beyond Talk Therapy – Emotional Blocks, Astrology & Holistic Tools w/ Taryn Sambrook

    🌟 In S05 E04 of The JamJarGill Podcast, I’m thrilled to share Part 2 of my transformative conversation with Taryn Sambrook, founder of Truly Intuitive. Taryn is an expert in holistic healing, combining techniques like hypnotherapy, astrology, and emotional release to help clients find clarity, confidence, and peace. 🌿 ✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: 💫 The limits of traditional therapy and why holistic alternatives can create deeper healing. 💫 How to uncover emotional wounds, release trauma, and build a nurturing space for growth. 💫 The connection between astrology, moon cycles, and emotional well-being. 💫 Simple steps for self-reflection, setting intentions, and creating balance in the new year. 💫 The importance of celebrating progress while letting go of self-judgment. This episode is packed with actionable insights and empowering tools to help you reconnect with your inner self and thrive emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. 🕒 Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Welcome to Part 2 00:01:30 - How holistic therapy goes beyond traditional talk therapy 00:12:45 - Digging into root causes of anxiety and emotional blocks 00:25:10 - Astrology, moon phases, and their influence on self-awareness 00:37:30 - Practical tips for reflection and self-compassion 00:45:15 - Celebrating progress and embracing intentional growth 00:50:00 - Wrapping Up Part 2 🎧 Missed Part 1? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/_7eGdtrE7Fg 🌟 Follow Taryn Sambrook: Instagram: https://instagram.com/truly.intuitive TikTok: @taryntruly YouTube: @trulyintuitive 💌 Join My Tribe and receive my newsletter (sent out twice a month max): https://jamjargill.com/join-my-tribe/ 🎧 Catch all episodes of The JamJarGill Podcast: https://linktr.ee/JJG_podcast 📧 Sponsor the Podcast: Email us at podcast@jamjargill.com ✨ Why listen to The JamJarGill Podcast? The JamJarGill Podcast is your go-to destination for authentic conversations about holistic health, mindfulness, and personal growth. With expert guests like Taryn, we explore actionable strategies for healing, self-care, and emotional awareness. Perfect for anyone passionate about natural wellness and leading a balanced life. 🎵 Music Credit: Bensound – Small Guitar https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/small-guitar

    53 min
  4. S05 E03: Healing Trauma and Breaking Generational Patterns with Taryn Sambrook 🌟 | JamJarGill Podcast

    01/07/2025

    S05 E03: Healing Trauma and Breaking Generational Patterns with Taryn Sambrook 🌟 | JamJarGill Podcast

    In S05 E03 of The JamJarGill Podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you Part 1 of my inspiring conversation with Taryn Sambrook, founder of Truly Intuitive and a multifaceted expert in holistic healing. 🌿 In this episode, we explore: ✨ How anxiety and boarding school shaped Taryn’s journey into healing and energy work. ✨ Breaking generational trauma and shifting negative patterns of behaviour. ✨ The transformative power of Reiki, hypnotherapy, and emotional release. ✨ Practical tools for nurturing self-compassion and emotional well-being. ✨ The importance of creating safe spaces to heal and grow. Taryn’s vulnerability and wisdom provide valuable insights into reconnecting with your inner self and finding peace in a hectic world. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, exploring holistic therapies, or curious about generational healing, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Welcome to Part 1 00:01:20 - Taryn’s Story: Anxiety, Boarding School & the Healing Path 00:08:45 - Breaking Free from Generational Trauma 00:16:50 - Discovering Reiki and Embracing Energy Work 00:25:15 - Healing Through Hypnotherapy and Emotional Release 00:35:00 - Practical Tools for Self-Compassion 00:41:10 - Lessons in Energy and Emotional Awareness 00:45:00 - Wrapping Up Part 1 Links: 🌟 Follow Taryn Sambrook on Instagram , tiktok:  @taryntruly  and YouTube:  @trulyintuitive  🎧 Listen to the Podcast 💼 Explore JJG Creative Services 📧 Sponsor the Podcast: Email us at podcast@jamjargill.com 📥 Join my tribe HERE Editing & Post-Production: Gill Perkins – @perkinsgill 🎵 Music Credit: Bensound – Small Guitar Get cosy with your favourite cup of tea and join us for this heartfelt discussion. Stay tuned for Part 2 in two weeks! ✨

    46 min
  5. S05 E02: Healing Trauma, Breathwork & Money Mindset with Kayleigh Herbert

    11/27/2024

    S05 E02: Healing Trauma, Breathwork & Money Mindset with Kayleigh Herbert

    In S05 E02 of The JamJarGill Podcast, I’m excited to bring you Part 2 of my conversation with Kayleigh Herbert from Being Well Holistic Health 🌿. In this episode, we dive into: ✨ Rebuilding your relationship with money and breaking free from scarcity mindsets. ✨ The transformative power of breathwork and reconnecting with your body daily. ✨ Lessons from birth trauma and how these experiences shape our healing journeys. ✨ Living with intention, embracing cycles of life, and creating safe spaces for healing. Kayleigh’s wisdom and approach will inspire you to take steps toward deeper healing and transformation. 00:00:00 - Welcome to Part 2 00:01:50 - Rebuilding a Relationship with Money 00:10:20 - The Transformative Power of Breathwork 00:16:40 - Reflecting on Birth Trauma and Its Lessons 00:23:15 - The Healing Journey: Ongoing and Never-Ending 00:30:50 - Creating Safe Spaces in a Stressful World 00:37:10 - Empowerment Through Love and Community 00:45:30 - Tapping Into Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing 00:53:00 - Kayleigh’s Upcoming Retreats and Resources 🌿 Kayleigh Herbert – Being Well Holistic Health: https://www.beingwellholistichealth.com 🎧 Listen to the Podcast on Your Favorite Platform: https://linktr.ee/JJG_podcast 💼 Explore JJG Creative Services: https://jamjargill.com/creative-portfolio/ 📧 Sponsor the Podcast: Email us at podcast@jamjargill.com Gill Perkins – https://www.linkedin.com/in/perkinsgill/ 🎵 Music Credit: Bensound – Small Guitar https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/small-guitar Timestamps:Links:Editing & Post-Production:

    54 min
  6. S05 E01: Finding Healing in Stillness with Kayleigh Herbert - Personal Training to Holistic Health

    11/12/2024

    S05 E01: Finding Healing in Stillness with Kayleigh Herbert - Personal Training to Holistic Health

    In S05 E01 of The JamJarGill Podcast, I’m thrilled to introduce the inspiring Kayleigh Herbert from Being Well Holistic Health. 🌿 In Part 1 of our conversation, we explore Kayleigh’s journey from the world of personal training to becoming a holistic healer. She shares her transformative experience of reconnecting with nature, finding stillness, and discovering the healing power of yoga, bodywork, and breathwork. Together, we discuss the profound ways that slowing down and embracing nature’s rhythms can lead to deeper healing. This episode is all about reconnecting with our bodies and honouring our emotional needs. Kayleigh opens up about the personal challenges she overcame, the life-changing moments in her training, and how she found a path to help others on their healing journeys. We also touch on how community, freedom dance, and yoga can help us reconnect with our authentic selves. If you’ve ever wondered how slowing down can lead to powerful healing or how you might find a deeper connection to yourself through natural and holistic practices, this episode is for you. Part 2 will be out in two weeks, so stay tuned! Find out more about how I can help you and your business thrive with creative content and services by visiting my portfolio here: https://jamjargill.com/creative-portfolio-and-offerings/ Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:15 - Kayleigh’s Path from Personal Training to Yoga 00:07:30 - Embracing Stillness and Releasing Trauma 00:12:45 - The Power of Nature in Healing 00:18:10 - The Transformative Summer Solstice Retreat Experience 00:22:55 - Creating Safe Spaces for Healing 00:27:40 - Breathwork and Its Impact on the Body 00:33:20 - Why “Stopping” Reveals the Truth Within Us 00:39:10 - Dance, Freedom, and Connection Without Substances 00:45:00 - Wrapping Up Part 1 & Sneak Peek of Part 2 Editing & Post-Production: Gill Perkins (https://www.linkedin.com/in/perkinsgill/) Intro and Outro Music Credit: Bensound – Small Guitar [https://www.bensound.com/] My intention with this Podcast is to educate, inform, and empower my audience to approach their health more naturally. I hope you love this content – if you do, please comment/like/share with a friend who you think may be interested too. Links: Subscribe and follow here: linktr.ee/JJG_podcast Find out more about JJG Creative and other offerings: linktr.ee/jjgcreative To sponsor this podcast, email: podcast@jamjargill.com

    57 min
  7. S04 E11: Empowering Your Hormones Naturally –Sarah Root on Egg Quality & Managing Life's Transitions

    10/23/2024

    S04 E11: Empowering Your Hormones Naturally –Sarah Root on Egg Quality & Managing Life's Transitions

    In S04 E11 of the JamJarGill Podcast, I continue my conversation with the wonderful Sarah Root, a certified nutritionist and health coach specializing in women's hormonal health and fertility. 🌿 We dive deeper into some essential yet often misunderstood topics around women's health—covering everything from egg quality versus quantity to managing hormone health through major life changes like perimenopause and menopause. Sarah also discusses the misconceptions around contraception, and shares why egg quality matters more than egg quantity when it comes to fertility. Plus, we explore the importance of getting your body in the healthiest place possible before life transitions to set yourself up for success. Sarah's approach is refreshingly free from restrictive diet cultures, offering practical, bite-sized tips that are easy to implement for a healthier life. If you're curious about how nutrition, hormones, and stress management intersect, this episode will give you the tools to thrive naturally. Find out more about how I can help you and your business thrive with creative content and services by visiting my portfolio here: JJG Creative Services. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:05 - Misconceptions Around Sex Education 00:04:15 - Egg Quality Over Egg Quantity 00:09:20 - Preparing for Major Life Events: Fertility, Perimenopause, Menopause 00:13:40 - Sarah's Non-Diet Approach to Health 00:18:10 - Contraception and Hormonal Health Impacts 00:22:05 - Realistic Expectations for Egg Freezing 00:26:25 - The Stress of Fertility Tracking 00:30:15 - Practical Tips for Understanding Your Body Signals 00:34:00 - Importance of Supporting Your Liver and Hormone Detox 00:37:15 - Wrapping Up & Where to Find Sarah Editing & post-production: Gill Perkins Intro and outro music credit: Bensound – Small Guitar My intention with this Podcast is to educate, inform, and empower my audience to approach their health more naturally. I hope you love this content – if you do, please comment/like/share with a friend who you think may be interested too. Links: Subscribe and follow here: Linktree - JamJarGill Podcast Find out more about JJG Creative and other offerings: Linktree - JJG Creative To sponsor this podcast, email: podcast@jamjargill.com

    40 min
  8. S04 E10: Balancing Hormones Naturally: Nutrition and Fertility Tips with Sarah Root

    10/09/2024

    S04 E10: Balancing Hormones Naturally: Nutrition and Fertility Tips with Sarah Root

    In S04 E10 of the JamJarGill Podcast, I have an insightful conversation with the wonderful Sarah Root (https://root2health.co.uk/), a certified nutritionist and health coach specialising in women's hormonal health and fertility. 🌿 Sarah shares her journey from a corporate career to helping women manage their hormones and optimise fertility through nutrition. We discuss the importance of understanding your body’s signals, how food can impact hormones, and practical tips for using nutrition to feel your best throughout every stage of life. Sarah also explores how women can adapt their diet based on their cycle, the role of cortisol in hormone balance, and why it’s crucial to advocate for personalised hormone testing. Whether you're on a fertility journey or simply want to better understand your body, this episode is packed with invaluable insights. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this conversation, which will be released on Wednesday, 23rd October 2024, where we’ll continue to explore practical applications of Sarah’s advice, including postpartum support and perimenopause. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:20 - Sarah’s Journey from HR to Health Coaching 00:05:10 - The Power of Nutrition in Women's Hormones 00:10:05 - Managing Fertility with Food and Supplements 00:15:45 - Adjusting Diet and Lifestyle According to Your Cycle 00:21:00 - Understanding Cortisol and Its Impact on Hormones 00:26:00 - The Importance of Personalised Hormone Testing 00:31:30 - Nutrient Deficiencies and Their Effect on Hormonal Health 00:36:00 - Final Thoughts and Preview for Part 2 Editing & post-production: Gill Perkins (https://www.linkedin.com/in/perkinsgill/) Intro and outro music credit: Bensound – Small Guitar [https://www.bensound.com/] My intention with this Podcast is to educate, inform, and empower my audience to approach their health more naturally. I hope you love this content – if you do, please comment/like/share with a friend who you think may be interested too. Please also give me a follow here/wherever you listen to podcasts: https://linktr.ee/jamjargill – I so appreciate your support as I build this content – thank you 🙏🏽 To find out more about my other offerings, please visit: https://linktr.ee/jjgcreative If you are interested in sponsoring this podcast, please email podcast@jamjargill.com to find out more about the packages I offer.

    38 min

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Hello and welcome to the JamJarGill Podcast. The intention of this podcast is to educate, inform and empower my audience to reconnect with their bodies and minds in a more natural way and most importantly to learn to be their own health advocates. I do this through interviewing a wide variety of holistic specialists and deep diving into each modality and how it has both healed them and their clients too. And if you’re interested in being a guest email: podcast@jamjargill.com