In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Eyre, Pedagogy Lead for Dibber International South Africa, an expert in both education and mental health. Kelly, who is autistic and a mother to a child on the autism spectrum, brings invaluable insights from both a personal and professional perspective. With her background in counselling psychology and education, Kelly shares her expertise on childhood trauma, autism, and mental health.

Here’s what we cover:

1. Childhood Trauma:

• How childhood trauma shows up in our adult lives

• Effective ways to heal from childhood trauma

• The long-lasting impact of childhood experiences on who we become

• Kelly’s own journey with childhood trauma

2. Autism & Neurodiversity:

• Is everyone on the spectrum?

• What it’s really like being autistic

• The struggles and challenges of growing up with autism

• Why autism can be a superpower

• The connection between autism and self-harm

• Recognizing symptoms of ADHD

3. Mental Health:

• The stigma surrounding mental health

• Practical ways to stop negative thinking patterns

• The life-changing benefits of therapy

• How to manage and respond to criticism

This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone wanting to understand the lasting effects of childhood trauma, the complexities of autism and ADHD, and how to break free from mental health stigma. Kelly’s expertise and personal story will leave you feeling empowered to take control of your mental well-being and approach life with a new perspective.

One of my favourite episodes so far!

In this episode, I chat to Jo-Anne Sudbury—She EO and Founder of Upstage Productions and San Quentin Events at Prison Break Market. With over 30 years in the entertainment industry and as a former Business Woman of the Year, Jo-Anne shares how to turn dreams into reality and offers invaluable insights on successful entrepreneurship.

Our discussion gets personal as we talk about her son, Kyle—one of my close high school friends who passed away in Grade 10—and the profound impact his life has had on both of us.

In this episode, we cover:

-Turning a dream into reality

-Building a team that truly supports your vision

-The importance of taking risks-The mindset needed to be a successful entrepreneur

-Navigating loss and heartfelt advice for those going through it

This episode is inspiring, honest, and by far one of the most emotional on Coffee Charged Conversations.

Discipline, balance, and health—three key pillars of personal growth. In this episode, I sit down with Cameron Timm, a boxer, ex-bodybuilder, and former online fitness coach, to break down what it really takes to build a strong body and mind.

Cameron shares his journey of extreme physical transformation, revealing how he once looked his best but felt his worst. He opens up about the reality of fitness beyond aesthetics, the importance of mental and emotional well-being, and how he’s had to shift his priorities after becoming a father.

We cover

:-The power of discipline and how to stay consistent

-Finding balance in fitness, health, and life-Shifting priorities after becoming a parent

-Looking good vs. feeling good and why appearance isn’t everything

-The dangers of steroids and their long

-term effects-Doing it for yourself instead of seeking validation

Whether you’re on a fitness journey, striving for better mental health, or just looking to become more disciplined, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you become the best version of yourself.