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The Empowerment coach

Donna Martin

Mindset, Mental & physical health coach with a passion, a purpose and ambition to Empower females both young and old around the globe. I hope you enjoy :)

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  • weekly
  • Avg 37 min
  • English
  • S2 · E24
    August 27 · 1 hr 20 min

    She Had Nothing, But Knew It Would Work Out | Amber Melody Hall

    What happens when you come home from five years of travelling with no money, no job and absolutely no idea what comes next… but somehow you just know it’s going to work out? That’s exactly where Amber Melody Hall found herself at 33. After years of travelling Australia and Asia, Amber returned to Scotland and decided to take a chance on herself, completing a course in aesthetics while working another job. Within just four months, her business had taken off so quickly that she left her job and threw herself into entrepreneurship. But when success comes quickly, it can be easy to assume it will simply keep happening. Amber openly shares the rollercoaster that followed - the complacency, the lessons, the moments of questioning herself, and the realisation that building a successful business requires just as much work behind the scenes as it does on the surface. Now, as an aesthetics business owner and business coach supporting other aesthetics entrepreneurs, Amber has turned years of experience, investment in her own development and hard-earned lessons into something she can pass on to others. In this episode, we talk about ambition, limiting beliefs, coming from Clydebank and questioning whether you're “allowed” to dream bigger, taking massive leaps of faith, what happens when success comes faster than you're prepared for, and why investing in yourself can completely change the trajectory of your life and business. Because sometimes you don't need to have the whole plan. You just need to trust yourself enough to take the next step. 🦋 This is Amber Melody Hall's journey from unsure to unstoppable. Reach out to Amber here- www.instagram.com/beautybusinessacademyx Reach out to Donna here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach

  • S2 · E23
    August 20 · 49 min

    From Vision to Reality: Becoming the Woman Who Can Hold the Dream - with Lisa Williams

    What if the life you want isn't just about creating the vision — but becoming the woman who is ready to live it? In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Williams - The Vision Board Queen and part of the incredible Womanifest team - for a conversation that goes far beyond vision boards and manifestation. Lisa shares her own journey from self-doubt and uncertainty to building a life and business rooted in belief, purpose and possibility. We explore what happens when you stop living from the identity you've outgrown, start getting honest about what you actually want, and take the action to create it. We talk through the painful catalyst, vision, manifestation, confidence, identity, taking aligned action, and why sometimes the biggest shift isn't changing your circumstances - it's changing who you believe you are. A powerful conversation for any woman who knows there's more for her, but perhaps isn't quite sure what that looks like yet. Because the vision is only the beginning. Reach out to Lisa here- www.instagram.com/lisa_williams_visionboardqueen/ Reach out to Donna here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/ Check out Womanifest- www.instagram.com/womanifest.uk/

  • S2 · E22
    August 13 · 52 min

    When Success Stops Feeling Like Success- with Michelle Reade

    What happens when the life you’ve built no longer feels like you? In this episode, Michelle opens up about burnout, changing career direction and the realisation that somewhere along the way, she had become disconnected from herself and the values that mattered most. We talk about what it takes to recognise when you’ve reached your ceiling, the courage to stop and reassess, and why success means very little if you’re running yourself into the ground to achieve it. Now running her own coaching business and creating impactful events, Michelle is the cheerleader in the corner for businesswomen who are stuck, overwhelmed or close to burnout - reminding them that they don’t have to figure it all out alone. A powerful conversation about success, identity, values, burnout and finding your way back to yourself. Reach out to Michelle here- www.instagram.com/michellereadecoaching/ Reach out to Donna here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E141
    August 6 · 17 min

    What If the Story Isn't True?

    What if the story you've been telling yourself... isn't actually true? The beliefs you carry shape every decision you make, every opportunity you take (or avoid), and ultimately the life you create. But what if those beliefs were never yours to begin with? In this week's episode, we're exploring how the stories we tell ourselves are often formed through past experiences, relationships, and the words of others, and how they can quietly keep us stuck without us even realising it. We'll dive into: Why your thoughts aren't always the truth. How limiting beliefs are created. The hidden impact your internal story has on your confidence, relationships and future. A simple exercise to help you begin rewriting the beliefs that no longer serve you. Because you are not defined by your past, and you don't have to keep living a story that was never meant to be your identity. If you're ready to shift your story, you'll start to shift your life. 🤍 If this episode resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Send me a message and tell me: What's one story you're ready to leave behind? Reach out here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E140
    July 31 · 8 min

    The Hidden Benefits of Staying Stuck

    Have you ever wondered why you keep falling back into the same patterns, even when you know exactly what you need to do? What if staying stuck isn't a lack of motivation, discipline or willpower... but your mind and body trying to keep you safe? In this episode, we're exploring the hidden reasons we hold ourselves back, from procrastination and perfectionism to people-pleasing and self-doubt. I'll explain why real transformation isn't about forcing yourself to change - it's about understanding the protective patterns that have kept you safe until now. If you've ever felt frustrated that you know better but still can't seem to move forward, this conversation is for you. Because once you understand what's really keeping you stuck, you can finally begin to move forward with compassion, courage and lasting change. Reach out here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E139
    July 23 · 13 min

    You Don't Need More Information... You Need More Courage

    Episode Title: You Don't Need More Information... You Need More Courage We live in a world obsessed with learning & healing more, doing more and becoming "ready." Another podcast. Another book. Another course. Another plan. But what if the thing holding you back isn't a lack of knowledge... it's a lack of courage? In this episode, I explore why so many of us mistake consuming self-development for creating change, and why confidence isn't something you wait for, it's something you build through action. If you've been telling yourself "one day," this episode is your reminder that the life you want won't be created by knowing more. It will be created by doing the thing you've been avoiding. Because transformation doesn't begin with certainty. It begins with courage. Reach out to me here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E138
    July 16 · 23 min

    Why Mindset Work Alone Isn't Enough: The Missing Piece to Lasting Transformation

    For years, we've been told that changing our thoughts is the key to changing our lives. But what happens when you know all the right things… and still feel stuck? In this episode, I'm exploring why mindset work, while incredibly powerful, is only part of the picture. If your nervous system is still living in survival mode, your body will continue to react from fear- even when your mind knows you're safe. We'll dive into the powerful connection between the mind and body, why true healing requires more than positive thinking, and how practices like breathwork, somatics and nervous system regulation can help you embody the person you're becoming. If you've ever found yourself saying, "I know I'm worthy... so why don't I feel it?" then this episode is for you. Because lasting transformation doesn't happen when you simply change your mind. It happens when your mind and body begin working together. Connect with me here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E137
    July 9 · 11 min

    The Moment Everything Finally Clicked

    This week's episode is a little different. Over the last few weeks, something has finally clicked. For years I've talked about mindset, confidence, health, healing and personal growth, but I always felt like I was dancing around the heart of what I actually do. Then I realised... every woman who comes into my world starts from a place of uncertainty, and the transformation isn't about becoming someone new- it's about becoming unstoppable.🫶🙌 In this episode, I'm sharing the breakthrough that brought everything together, why clarity sometimes takes years to find, and how this realisation has shaped the future of my coaching, speaking and the Unsure to Unstoppable Method. If you've ever felt like you're still searching for your purpose or struggling to put into words what you do, this conversation is for you.

  • S1 · E136
    June 25 · 8 min

    The Transformation Nobody Talks About

    This week I'm talking about transformation - not the polished version we see on social media, but the real, messy, beautiful process that happens behind the scenes. Inspired by watching a close friend build an incredible event from a simple idea, and reflecting on over two decades of watching dancers grow from nervous beginners into confident performers, and even sharing my own story and why the greatest transformations aren't found in the trophy, the title, or the achievement. They're found in the person you become along the way. If you've ever felt like you're not where you want to be yet, this episode is a reminder that growth isn't linear, confidence isn't built overnight, and the journey itself may be transforming you more than you realise. Because the real transformation isn't what you achieve. It's who you become in the process. 🤍 Feel free to reach out to me here and let me know your thoughts- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E135
    June 18 · 10 min

    Let's YOLO the fuck out of life!

    Have you ever found yourself waiting? Waiting until you're more confident. Waiting until you've healed a little more. Waiting until the fear disappears. Waiting until life feels easier. I've spent years doing the inner work, and while healing has transformed my life, I've realised something important: Life isn't something that starts once we're healed. In this episode, I'm exploring the fine line between personal growth and putting life on hold. Because while healing matters, so do the memories we're creating, the risks we're taking, the adventures we're saying yes to, and the moments we're living right now. If you've ever felt like you're waiting for a future version of yourself before fully embracing life, this conversation is for you. Because perhaps healing was never meant to keep us on the sidelines. Perhaps it was meant to help us step more fully into life. 🦋

  • S1 · E134
    June 10 · 15 min

    The Weight of Unspoken Grief

    Grief isn't always about death. Sometimes it's the end of a relationship, the loss of a dream, a version of yourself you've outgrown, or years spent carrying pain that was never fully acknowledged. In this deeply personal episode, I share my experience of returning from a funeral and the emotions it stirred within me. What began as sadness for one loss quickly opened the door to grief that had been quietly waiting beneath the surface for years. Together, we'll explore the grief we rarely talk about, why so many of us suppress it, and what happens when we finally allow ourselves to feel it. This is an honest conversation about loss, healing, and giving yourself permission to honour every part of your journey. Because sometimes the bravest thing we can do isn't move on... It's allow ourselves to feel. 🦋

  • S1 · E133
    May 28 · 12 min

    When Your Body Forces the Pause: Finding Beauty in the Stillness

    After a few weeks away from the solo podcast, this felt like the conversation I needed to have. Recently, illness forced me to slow down in a way I hadn't chosen for myself. Like so many women, I'm used to keeping going, pushing through, ticking off the to-do list and wearing busy like a badge of honour. But what happens when your body has other plans? In this episode, I'm sharing my reflections on being unwell, the lessons hidden in the pause, and why I've come to believe that our bodies often speak the truths we've been too busy to hear. We explore the pressure to always be productive, the cost of constantly doing, and how learning to embrace stillness has become one of the most powerful parts of my own journey over the last year. This isn't an episode about giving up or doing less for the sake of it. It's about learning to listen, honouring what your body needs, and discovering that there can be beauty, wisdom and healing in the moments we least expect. If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or like life is asking you to slow down, this episode is for you. Because sometimes the pause isn't getting in the way of your journey. Sometimes it is the journey. 💙🦋 Contact - www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S2 · E21
    May 21 · 1 hr 27 min

    From Conventional Living to Conscious Healing

    In this deeply powerful episode, I sit down with Chloe from Cloco Health to talk about the life experiences that completely shifted the direction of her journey. After several close family members were diagnosed with cancer, Chloe found herself questioning everything - from hormones and toxins to lifestyle, stress, nourishment and the way we truly care for ourselves. When her nan began exploring a more holistic approach to wellbeing following the return of her cancer, it sparked something much deeper within Chloe. What started as curiosity soon became a passion for healing, education and helping others reconnect with their health in a more conscious way. We dive into: 🦋 the emotional impact of family illness 🦋 how fear can become a catalyst for transformation 🦋 hormones, toxins & modern lifestyle habits 🦋 the disconnect so many women feel from their bodies 🦋 stepping into purpose through pain and experience This conversation is raw, eye-opening and incredibly empowering for anyone beginning to question their own health, habits and way of living. Reach out to Chloe here- www.instagram.com/clocohealth/ Reach out to Donna here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S2 · E20
    May 14 · 53 min

    They Tried to Define Her - She Became Unstoppable Instead

    Stephanie, founder of The Spicy Brain Collective, is the embodiment of what it truly means to rise and redefine your life on your own terms. From being made to marry at just 15, to navigating life in a wheelchair, to receiving later-in-life diagnoses of ADHD and autism - her journey is layered, complex, and deeply powerful. But she didn’t allow her circumstances to define her. Today, she owns three businesses and is on a mission to do things differently - creating inclusive, empowering spaces where neurodivergent individuals are not only supported, but celebrated, with teams made up entirely of neurodivergent staff. This episode is real, raw, and full of perspective. It’s about resilience, identity, and what becomes possible when you decide to take your power back and build a life that actually aligns with who you are. A true “unsure to unstoppable” journey. Reach out to Stephanie here- www.instagram.com/iamstephanieward/ Reach out to Donna here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S2 · E19
    May 7 · 1 hr 2 min

    From Unfulfilled to Unstoppable: Georgie’s Leap Into Purpose

    Georgie’s journey began in a place many people will recognise - feeling unfulfilled, stuck, and disconnected from what she truly wanted. Working in the ambulance service, she knew there had to be more… but at the time, it was just an idea, a feeling, something she couldn’t quite put into words. Now, she’s built a coaching business rooted in breathwork, stepping fully into her purpose and preparing to host her very first retreat. This episode is a real, honest look at what it takes to go from unsure to taking action — even before you feel ready. It’s about trusting the nudge, backing yourself, and creating a life that actually feels aligned. Reach out to Georgie-www.instagram.com/georgie_blackman/ Reach out to Donna-www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach

  • S2 · E18
    May 4 · 1 hr 3 min

    From Survival to CEO: Rebuilding Confidence, Power & Profit

    Not every success story starts with confidence. Some begin in survival mode… in silence… in moments where you don’t recognise yourself anymore. In this episode, Taylor shares her journey from growing up in a single-parent household with low confidence… to being pushed into work instead of university… to navigating corporate life feeling like she was constantly winging it. She then found herself a relationship that left her confidence in tatters, and feeling like she didn’t know how to get out. This is a conversation about the moment everything came to a head… when she finally spoke the truth out loud… and what it took to rebuild herself from there. Through small wins, deep inner work, and a decision to take back control of her mind, Taylor slowly transformed her life. Now, she’s the CEO of her own business, helping women take control of their money and step into their power. This episode is a reminder: You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. You just need to choose yourself. Connect with Taylor- www.instagram.com/taylorsmithandco/ Connect with Donna - www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S2 · E17
    April 23 · 59 min

    Still Rising: From Debt, Breakdown & Doubt to Building Her Dream Life

    Single mum at 23. £20K in debt. Relationship breakdown. Now building her dream life and on the path to six figures. Nofisa isn’t at the finish line… she’s in the becoming. And that’s exactly why you need to hear this 🦋 Connect with Nofisa Here- www.instagram.com/nofisa.caseman/ Connect with Donna here- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S2 · E16
    April 19 · 52 min

    From Isolation to Empowerment: Angela’s Journey to Becoming Unstoppable at 60

    From feeling isolated, stuck, and disconnected… to becoming certified in hypnosis at 60. Angela’s story is a powerful reminder that it is never too late to choose yourself, let go of what no longer serves you, and step into a whole new chapter. This episode will leave you questioning where you might still be holding yourself back.... and what could happen if you finally chose you 🦋 Connect with Angela-www.instagram.com/angelacreid/ Connect with Donna- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S2 · E15
    April 9 · 1 hr 2 min

    The 10 second shift: From numbing to becoming

    What if everything could change in a moment… but only because of the work you did before it? In this episode, I sit down with Marina Beech, The Soul Alchemist, to explore a journey that so many women will quietly relate to - using alcohol to numb, disconnect, and escape… while knowing deep down there had to be more. Marina opens up about her 18-month initial healing journey - the layers, the resistance, the unraveling.... and the incredible 10-second shift that cleared the blocks she had been carrying for so long. But this didn’t just change her relationship with alcohol. It opened the door to something far deeper. For the past 9 years, Marina has been walking a spiritual path, working with powerful healing modalities and holding transformative spaces for others - guiding them to release what’s been stored, shift their energy, and come back home to themselves. This conversation goes beyond surface-level healing. We dive into the truth of transformation... mind, body, and soul.🫶😍 Because the shift might have taken seconds… but the becoming is a journey. If you’ve been numbing, avoiding, or feeling disconnected from who you are… this episode will awaken something within you. The woman you’re becoming is already there. It’s time to meet her.🦋 Connect with Marina- www.instagram.com/marina.thesoulalchemist/ Connect with Donna- www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

  • S1 · E132
    April 2 · 12 min

    It's not too late!

    In this episode Donna talks about attending a singing lesson for the first time in 2 decades. but what came up wasn’t just about singing. It was about the moment we stop ourselves because of someone else’s words… and how long we can carry that silence for. This episode holds two powerful reminders: One - stop waiting. Just begin. And two - if you’re in a position of influence, your words matter more than you know. Because what’s said to us can either close us down… or shape who we become. I would love to know what you thought and if you can resonate - www.instagram.com/the_empowermentcoach/

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