Self Care Club: Wellness, road tested

About this podcast

Lauren Mishcon and Nicole Goodman are the Self Care Club. The advice for self-care today is endless and can be yet another overwhelming job for women. Part reality, part experiment, this podcast tests out self-care, so you don’t have to. With new episodes coming out every Tuesday and Friday, we’re trying it all - from menstrual cups to face yoga!

Self Care Club: Wellness, road tested

Episodes

2021
The Epilogue Show: Sisterhood
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Epilogue Show! Today, Lauren and Nicole reflect on what their week of sisterhood brought them, as well as whether or not sisterhood should be considered a form of self-care. We also hear from you, our listeners, about what sisterhood means to you and what it brings to your lives. Elsewhere, Gwyneth Paltrow is in a spot of trouble! The ladies discuss misinformation, kimchi, and the importance of being mindful when you have a platform. Remember to tune in on Monday for our special International Women’s Day episode, featuring the fabulous Cat Lantigua and...YOU! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
March 5, 2021
32 min
Sisterhood
In the week leading up to International Women's Day, Lauren and Nicole are celebrating - you guessed it - women! In today's episode, the ladies chat about the importance of female friendship and the wealth of joy female friends can bring to your life. Lauren baulks at the idea of a sister circle, and the ladies share their beautiful letters to the women in their lives who inspire them. Tissues recommended! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! A special thanks to Selina Barker from Project Love for helping us with today’s show! Selina’s new book ‘Burnt Out’ hits the shelves on the 15th of April and to learn more about the coaching work she does visit her website www.selinabarker.com. And, if you’re interested in getting involved with sister circles or just want to learn more, check out the Project Love website: www.loveprojectlove.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
March 2, 2021
58 min
The Author Special: David Hamilton
Throughout February, Lauren and Nicole chatted about David Hamilton's lovely book 'I Heart Me.' As February comes to a close, we invited David into the (home) studio to discuss his book and chat about self-love. Do you struggle with vulnerability and authenticity? David teaches the ladies about the importance of self-compassion and the scientifically proven impact of negativity on our health. Tune in for a lovely, open discussion about how to love ourselves better with our favourite scot and two-time guest! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Tuesday for our main show, and on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Thank you so much to David Hamilton for inspiring us all through this month and for guesting on the show. Be sure to check out his book ‘I Heart Me’ or visit his website www.drdavidhamilton.com to find out more about the amazing work he does. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 28, 2021
36 min
The Epilogue Show: Pelvic Floor Trainer
Lauren and Nicole are back and they're letting you know how they've got on with their pelvic floor trainers. The ladies discuss Framing Brittany Spears, DIY UV manicures, and the problem with social media filters. They also introduce March's Book Club pick: Nancy Levin's Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free'. Join us and don't forget to tune in this Sunday for the David Hamilton 'I Heart Me' author special! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 26, 2021
35 min
Pelvic Floor Trainer
This week – to Nicole’s great chagrin – Lauren’s got them trying pelvic floor trainers. Do you dread an especially violent sneeze or a go on the trampoline? Many women post-childbirth (as well as during menopause) suffer from a weakened pelvic floor, which can often cause incontinence issues and leave many women feeling alone and embarrassed. You might dread an especially violent sneeze, or even going on a trampoline. Today, Nicole and Lauren have an honest discussion about the state of their pelvic floors and how they got on with the pelvic floor trainer. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 23, 2021
40 min
The Epilogue Show: Niksen
Another Friday, another Epilogue Show! Lauren and Nicole discuss whether or not Niksen will remain a part of their lives and read some entertaining messages from listeners. and discuss the danger They also discuss the rampant spread of misinformation on TikTok as well as how to speak to your teenagers and children about the content they come across online. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 19, 2021
33 min
Niksen: The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing
This week Lauren and Nicole are doing NOTHING! That's right, absolutely nothing. ‘Niksen’ is the Dutch word for "doing nothing" and it's the latest trend that's been taking the wellness world by storm. Listen to today's episode to learn more about how exactly Niksen works, whether it has any negative side effects - you'd be surprised! - and what happens when Nicole lets go and does nothing. Again, it's not what you'd expect to say the least. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 16, 2021
42 min
The Epilogue Show: Self Love
Lauren and Nicole are back in the (home) studio with some particularly amusing emails this week! Trying to criticise less? Perhaps frame your request as a thinly veiled threat, says one listener. Elsewhere, the ladies dive into the science behind Puzzle Club and discuss Gen Z ‘normalising' under-eye bags. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 12, 2021
39 min
Self-Love
This week, the ladies practise self-love! They discuss high-fiving their reflections, Lauren digs deep, and Nicole talks giving yourself permission to feel, guilt-free. This episode does come with a bit of homework: take some time to sit down and think about three things you really like about yourself. Let us know what you come up with via Instagram! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 9, 2021
49 min
The Epilogue Show: No Criticism
Welcome back to the Epilogue Show! Pour yourself a cup of tea and catch up with Nicole and Lauren as they discuss how they’ve been faring with trying to be less critical, Nicole joining the “Puzzle Club” and Lauren drowning in cookbooks. Also on this week’s show, the ladies' own producer turns their wise words against them… Et tu, Brute? If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 5, 2021
28 min
No Criticising
Do you find yourself dishing it out harsh criticism to your partner and family whenever they forget to load the dishwasher or don't clean the bathroom for weeks on end? Let's be honest, we all do and that's why this week Lauren and Nicole are practising no criticising! Listen to hear all about how to express and deliver criticism in a measured, kind way - as well as how Lauren royally slipped up because of her husband's goatee. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
February 2, 2021
54 min
In The Club: Evelyn Tribole
The Self Care Club is back for a very special bonus episode! Today, Lauren and Nicole welcome Intuitive Eating co-founder and dietitian, Evelyn Tribole. Listen for an insightful and thought-provoking interview, as Evelyn and the ladies discuss the origins and effects of internalised fatphobia, how to disrupt diet culture thinking, as well as what Evelyn does for her own self-care. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Thank you to Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-s, for guest starring on this episode. To learn more about Intuitive Eating or to get in contact with Evelyn, you can find her at Evelyntribole.com and Intuitiveeating.org! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 31, 2021
36 min
The Epilogue Show: Intuitive Eating
It's Friday, which means Lauren and Nicole are back for more Self Care Club! The ladies chat about how intuitive eating has continued to feature in their lives and Alissa is back on the show to discuss what a healthy, mindful relationship with food looks like. Also on today's episode, we introduce February's Book Club pick, here your experiences with this week's practice and Lauren asks for help. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Don't forget to come back on Sunday for our extra special interview with the co-founder of Intuitive Eating, Evelyn Tribole. Special thanks to Alissa Rumsey for coming onto the show. To learn more about intuitive eating or to read her book ‘Unapologetic Eating: Make Peace With Food and Transform Your Life’, find her at her website www.alissarumsey.com or @alissarumseyRD on Instagram. Also, a huge shout out to Lauren's fav NINES Bakery - a brand new North London based postal bakery. They specialise in soft-baked cookies and indulgent moreish brownies and aim to make every bite an experience. They've recently launched a bi-weekly postal service that offers some delicious bakes, delivered straight to your door. Yup, that means you can stay on the sofa and all you have to do is go onto ninesbakery.co.uk and order a box straight to your home. To find out more, follow them on Instagram @nines _bakery and ninesbakery on TikTok to be a part of our journey and be the first to know of the new delicious flavours that are coming. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 29, 2021
51 min
Intuitive Eating
Skinny tea this, Weight Watchers that... Every day, women are assaulted by the constant diet culture messaging propagated by both social and traditional media. This week, Nicole and Lauren press pause on the never-ending diet circus and look within, with intuitive eating. Listen to hear all about their experience dispelling diet culture and instead listening to their bodily queues - and Nicole opens up about her past experience with disordered eating and toxic fitness culture. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Special thanks to Alissa Rumsey for coming onto the show. To learn more about intuitive eating or to read her book ‘Unapologetic Eating: Make Peace With Food and Transform Your Life’, find her at her website www.alissarumsey.com or @alissarumseyRD on Instagram. Also, thank you to Good Canteen for gifting us both their Golden Hour snack box. To try out the box for themselves, find them @goodcanteen on Instagram or at goodcanteen.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 26, 2021
66 min
The Epilogue Show: Couch To 5K
Lauren and Nicole are back in the (home) studio to follow up on their progress with the Couch to 5K programme! Did Lauren stick it through? What's the status on Nicole's 10K? Also on today's Self Care Bookclub, a very exciting interview with "Overdue" author, Amity Reed. Listen for an insightful window into the world of midwifery in the NHS, as well as the importance of asking for help. On a completely different note, the ladies talk vaginal glitter bombs and update you on everything they've been doing to help get them through the lockdown. Gin & tonic, anyone? If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Special thanks to Amity Reed, author of "Overdue: Birth, burnout and a blueprint for a better NHS", for appearing on this episode! For more information and to purchase her book visit https://www.pinterandmartin.com/amity-reed/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 22, 2021
39 min
Couch To 5K
On Christmas Eve, Lauren and Nicole strapped on their running shoes to try out the Couch to 5 programme! Listen to find out how they both got on - despite starting from two very different levels ("I'm the couch, you're the 5K," to quote Lauren) - and whether running multiple times a week really did improve the ladies' health and mental wellbeing. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 19, 2021
55 min
The Epilogue Show: Dry January
Welcome to the Self Care Club - lockdown edition! Today, Nicole and Lauren are broadcasting from their respective homes as our studio has had to close. Listen for a very grumpy update on how Lauren's been finding Dry January (get that woman some gin, STAT), the latest in witchy self-care, as well as an update on how the new national lockdown has been treating our ladies - and what they've been doing to help keep themselves sane. All that, plus some hilarious listener emails on today's Epilogue Show! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Special thanks to Ruari Fairbairns, Co-founder and CEO of One Year No Beer, for helping us out this episode! For various challenges and support groups surrounding easing back on your alcohol consumption, find him at www.oneyearnobeer.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 15, 2021
49 min
Dry January
Lauren and Nicole have accepted the challenge! For the whole of January the ladies have sworn off the G&Ts and Lauren is not happy about it. Listen to learn more about how cutting down on alcohol can massively benefit your physical and mental well-being, as well as how Lauren and Nicole are faring so far. Also on the show, a cracking interview with Ruari Fairbairns, co-founder of One Year No Beer. You won't want to miss this one! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Special thanks to Ruari Fairbairns, Co-founder and CEO of One Year No Beer, for helping us out this episode! For various challenges and support groups surrounding easing back on your alcohol consumption, find him at www.oneyearnobeer.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 12, 2021
55 min
The Epilogue Show: Vitamin Injections
It's Friday, which means Nicole and Lauren are back in the studio to reflect on Tuesday's practice and see whether the injections really made much of a difference. Also on the show, the ladies discuss the latest in wellness trends (tailoring workouts to your menstrual cycle?) and fawn over the Duke of Hastings. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email! Via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk Special thanks to beautician Esther Sampson for helping us out this episode! Her insta is @esta_xx1and her email is beautybydesignltd@me.com if you're interested in vitamin injections or other beauty treatments. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 8, 2021
26 min
B12 and Vitamin C Injections
Every January our social media feeds become cluttered with all the latest wellness trends and diet, but fear not as Lauren and Nicole are here to cut through the bullshit and tell you what is actually worth your time. First on the New Year wellness cutting block? B12 and Vitamin C injections. Listen now to learn whether or not these injections work and to hear a contentious first in Self Care Club history! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on the show or want to get in contact with us, send us an email: via hello@theselfcareclubpod.co.uk. Be sure to tune in on Friday for the Epilogue Show! Special thanks to beautician Esther Sampson for helping us out this episode! Her insta is @esta_xx1and her email is beautybydesignltd@me.com if you're interested in vitamin injections or other beauty treatments. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
January 5, 2021
29 min

Self Care Club: Wellness, road tested

About this podcast

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About this podcast

Categories

Self Care Club: Wellness, road tested

Episodes

The Epilogue Show: Sisterhood

Sisterhood

The Author Special: David Hamilton

The Epilogue Show: Pelvic Floor Trainer

Pelvic Floor Trainer

The Epilogue Show: Niksen

Niksen: The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing

The Epilogue Show: Self Love

Self-Love

The Epilogue Show: No Criticism

No Criticising

In The Club: Evelyn Tribole

The Epilogue Show: Intuitive Eating

Intuitive Eating

The Epilogue Show: Couch To 5K

Couch To 5K

The Epilogue Show: Dry January

Dry January

The Epilogue Show: Vitamin Injections

B12 and Vitamin C Injections