A solo episode with Podcasting Host Andrea L Evans. In this episode I talk about

1. Burnout, illness and low energy as signals calling for rest, a review and renewal, and honesty about what is no longer sustainable
2. Letting go of the should in favour of what feels true and aligned
3. Learning to observe where your energy is nourished and drained and how small conscious changes can radically improve wellbeing and direction
4. The emotional impact of being removed or silenced for holding thoughtful, researched viewpoints and why open dialogue matters more than agreement
5. The Connection Compass Framework as a foundation and not a product
6. Re-centring care, connection and humanity in a surface driven world

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by May Cheung, founder and licensed holistic practitioner behind Calma Healing Space.

May is a licensed acupuncturist and fully insured member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists, with over two decades of experience supporting women through some of the most powerful transitions of their lives, particularly fertility and menopause.

May’s work weaves together traditional East Asian medicine, modern scientific understanding, and a deeply intuitive, attuned presence. Her approach reminds us that healing isn’t something that happens in isolation or through one modality alone , it’s about understanding the body as a whole, honouring its natural rhythms, and creating space for stillness, listening, and wisdom to emerge.

In this conversation, we explore why massage can only take us so far, how the body is deeply interconnected, and why ancestral wisdom still has so much to teach us , especially when it comes to menopause. We talk about yin and yang energy, individual experiences of transition, blending science with deep intuition, and what it means when your training hasn’t just been something you studied, but something you’ve lived.

This is a rich, honest conversation about confidence in your work, trusting embodied knowledge, and remembering that wisdom doesn’t only come from certificates, it comes from experience, presence, and being truly attuned to life and those you serve.

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On the podcast Today, I’m joined by someone whose journey into creativity, honesty, and self-expression is as compelling as the stories he writes. Roger Wilson Crane rediscovered his passion for writing later in life, a spark that first appeared when he wrote and directed a school play at just fourteen, but truly reignited in 2020 when encouraged by his wife Victoria, finally gave himself permission to become the creative he’d always wanted to be.

That decision led to his debut novel, Certified, published in 2021. The book not only became a Amazon bestseller, it went on to win multiple awards, including the prestigious 2021 International CIBA Mark Twain Grand Prize for Humour and Satire and a Bronze Medal in the 2022 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards.

It's a conversation filled with honesty, heart, resilience, and the courage it takes to tell your truth. I’m so excited to share it with you.

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In this episode of The Connection Compass, I’m joined by Rafaela Nunes, the founder of Thread Up, a private therapy practice in Manchester dedicated to supporting creative individuals through mental health and emotional challenges.

Rafaela has a unique way of blending her love for creativity, connection, and compassionate guidance, and today we dive into everything that lights her up.

We explore Rafaela’s journey from the vibrant streets of Rio to the creative energy of Manchester, her experiences growing up in a fashion atelier, and the magic she witnessed along the way.

We talk about the highs and lows of being a creative, navigating vulnerability, and the lifelong practice of self-compassion. Rafaela also shares her vision for Thread Up, the long-term journey of supporting creatives, and the ways in which the creative process itself can bring heart, connection, and purpose into our lives.

Whether you’re a creative navigating your own emotional journey or simply curious about how creativity, care, and connection intersect, this conversation is full of insight, warmth, and inspiration.

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In this episode of The Connection Compass, I’m joined by Sarah Stephen’s, visibility strategist, PR and marketing specialist, and founder of The Be Seen Method and Tree Communications

With a career spanning the travel, tourism, hospitality and leisure industries, Sarah has worked with some of the biggest names in the business, helping others to step into their own light and be seen.

But Sarah’s story also carries deep courage and compassion. After losing her eldest daughter Violet at just fifteen months old and later her son Arthur, Sarah became an advocate for life after child loss, using her voice to challenge taboo and to honour grief in all its forms.

We talk about the experiences that shaped her expertise: from early opportunities that built her confidence, to the impact of Covid on her freelance work and her healing. Sarah opens up about high-functioning grief, prejudice after loss, and finding ways to keep showing up , even when life feels impossibly heavy.

We also explore the awakening power of perimenopause, the re-emergence of intuitive connection, and her mission to help others be visible through The Global Visibility Club.

This is a conversation about resilience, honesty, and what it really means to keep bringing in the light , even through the darkest chapters.

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Welcome to The Connection Compass Podcast. I’m your host, Andrea L Evans, and today I’m joined by Pam Shanker a transformational and buildings coach, founder of The Universe Café, property investor, and lifelong dreamer.

Pam’s story is one of courage, colour, and conscious creation. In this conversation, we explore what it means to make a split decision that changes the course of your life — to choose your own destiny with trust and no fear.

We talk about seeing possibility where others see obstacles, the importance of connection and community, and how manifesting isn’t just about wishing — it’s about knowing. Pam also shares how she pivoted into coaching, the story behind The Universe Business Café, and her relationship with The Secret and the law of attraction.

This is an inspiring and energising episode about stepping into your dreams, following intuition, and learning to co-create with the universe

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• Making a split decision and chasing the course of your life
• Showing others the colour in life
• Knowing you can always work around the obstacles
• Overcoming fear with knowing
• the importance of networking
• Manifesting through knowing
• Connecting to the secret and manifesting
• Pivoting into coaching
• Starting the Universe Business Cafe
• The Law of Attraction

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Today I’m joined by Amy Snape, the founder of Sort with Snape.

Amy is a professional home organiser with a passion for creating spaces that feel calm, clutter-free, and truly functional , helping people save time, money, and energy while rediscovering the joy in their homes.

In this episode, we explore the deeper layers of what it means to sort and simplify not just in our spaces, but in our lives. Amy shares her own journey from teaching to professional organising, the powerful inner knowing that comes when it’s time to transition, and how investing in a new opportunity can completely change your path.

We also talk about the emotional side of decluttering , the stories our possessions hold, how stuff can block the life we truly want, and the remarkable shifts she witnesses when clients finally let go.

This conversation is filled with care, reflection, and the reminder that sometimes, creating space on the outside is the first step to finding peace on the inside.

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