Shine the Spotlight: Unseen, Unspoken & Unstoppable
Welcome to Shine the Spotlight: Unseen, Unspoken & Unstoppable, the podcast dedicated to illuminating the stories that often remain in the shadows. Hosted by Nichi Morrin — clinical psychologist, sustainable health coach and consultant, author, and advocate for those facing invisible challenges — this show dives deep into the unseen experiences, unspoken truths, and unstoppable resilience of everyday people doing extraordinary things. Each episode shines a light on voices that deserve to be heard, sharing raw, real, and inspiring conversations with individuals who have faced adversity, overcome invisible battles, or are advocating for those who feel overlooked. Our mission is to shine a spotlight where it is needed most, on what's hidden, and celebrate those who refuse to be held back. Whether it's living with an invisible condition, a story hidden in the shadows, a story unsolved, an unspoken truth, or the discovery of an unstoppable spirit. Let's raise insight, awareness, understanding, inspiration, and connection. Shine the Spotlight: Unseen, Unspoken & Unstoppable reminds you that you are seen, you are heard, and you are unstoppable. Join us as we shed light on what’s often hidden and celebrate the resilience of the human spirit. Subscribe now, and together, let’s shine the spotlight where it’s needed most.
Episodes
In this deeply personal episode, Nichi opens up about a terrifying moment no parent should ever face — the day her 17-year-old daughter had a heart attack that was initially dismissed as anxiety. This episode explores the dangerous consequences of misdiagnosis in women, particularly when it comes to three complex, invisible, and commonly misunderstood conditions:
SCAD (Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection), POT...
In this powerful episode of Shine the Spotlight, Nichi dives deep into the rising epidemic of burnout and chronic stress. She shares the real, raw truth about why so many people—especially women and those with invisible conditions—are feeling exhausted, foggy, and stuck. From nervous system dysregulation to the broken hustle culture, Nichi explores how burnout impacts our health, dreams, and daily lives, and offers a ...
In this empowering episode Nichi sits down with Belinda Bayliss, founder and CEO of Flourishing Beyond Limits, to discuss the often unseen and unspoken challenges of midlife for women. Belinda shares her personal journey through early menopause following cancer treatment, shedding light on the invisible struggles women face with hormonal changes, brain fog, and feelings of being stuck or unseen. Together, they explore...
In this episode Nichi highlights the new and exciting transformation for the podcast and the brand change to Shine the Spotlight: Unseen, Unspoken & Unstoppable.
Key Takeaways:
- Exciting Podcast Update:
- The Sustainable Success Series has been rebranded to Shine the Spotlight: Unseen, Unspoken & Unstoppable to better reflect the mission of highlighting unseen challenges, unspoken truths, and unstoppable re...
In this episode of the Sustainable Success Series, Nichi dives deep into the impact of a hyperactive nervous system—a state where the body is stuck in overdrive, running on stress hormones instead of sustainable energy. If you feel constantly anxious, wired but exhausted, struggle with digestion, fatigue, brain fog, or hormonal imbalances, your nervous system may be stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
We explore:
- What a ...
In this episode, host Nichi Morrin dives into the unique wiring of ADHD brains, exploring how natural drive, creativity, and passion can lead to incredible accomplishments—but also to burnout if not managed effectively. Nichi shares her personal journey as a driven ADHD entrepreneur and psychologist, offering strategies grounded in neuroscience and psychology to help individuals harness their strengths sustainably.
Joi...
In this episode Nichi speaks with Katharine Mullings, a resilient mother of three, qualified counsellor, and advocate for living authentically with invisible conditions. Katharine shares her raw and powerful journey from living a healthy, carefree life to being diagnosed with three invisible illnesses—ankylosing spondylitis, celiac disease, and hypothyroidism—while raising her young family. She opens up about the chal...
In this episode we’re joined by Hannah Darby, a therapist and Reiki master who shares her inspiring journey of living with invisible illnesses, including IBS, chronic back pain, and ME/CFS. Hannah opens up about the emotional and physical challenges she’s faced, the grief associated with chronic conditions, and how these experiences redirected her path toward healing and helping others. She discusses practical strateg...
In this episode Nichi Morrin dives into the complex interplay between neurodivergence and chronic body-mind conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Chronic Fatigue, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Nichi shares her insights from years of working closely with individuals facing these challenges, shedding light on how these conditions overlap and influence...
In this episode of The Sustainable Success Series, Nichi explore’s the often invisible struggle of perimenopause. Despite its prevalence, perimenopause remains a taboo topic, leaving many women feeling isolated and misunderstood as they live with symptoms like anxiety, mood swings, hypersensitivity, sleep disturbances, and even worsened ADHD. We discuss how fluctuating hormones impact mental and physical health, why ...
In this special episode of The Sustainable Success Series, Nichi Morrin introduces her new book "Girl, Get Out of the Freaking Car!: A Nine-Step Roadmap to Simple Self-Worth and Possibility" and the powerful Million Seen Movement. Nichi dives into the metaphor behind her book, sharing her personal journey of overcoming invisible conditions, fear, and self-doubt to live a life of purpose and success. She also...
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Amee Shah, a trailblazer navigating the intersection of her professional life and her personal journey with epilepsy. From being diagnosed at the age of eight to facing the challenges of family planning while managing medication side effects, Dr. Shah’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and the power of sharing one’s truth. She discusses the stigma surrounding invisib...
In this episode of the Sustainable Success Series, Nichi Morrin speaks with Damon Keating, a close friend of the late Carl Webb, to discuss Carl’s incredible journey from rugby league star to an inspiring figure battling motor neuron disease (MND). Damon shares personal stories about Carl's early days at the Brisbane Broncos, his powerful presence on and off the field, and his legacy of resilience, humility, and ...
In this powerful episode, Nichi Morrin interviews Cassandra Jamieson, the partner of former celebrated rugby league player Carl Webb. Cassandra shares her story of reconnecting with Carl just before his diagnosis with motor neurone disease (MND) and their journey through life together. The episode highlights Carl’s legacy—both in sport and through his establishment of the Carl Webb Foundation, which supports individua...
In this episode of The Sustainable Success Series, host Nichi Morrin welcomes Dr. Hayley Quinn, a clinical psychologist turned anti-burnout business coach and founder of Welcome to Self. Dr. Hayley shares her powerful journey from experiencing severe burnout and chronic illness to transforming her relationship with herself and creating a thriving business that prioritises self-care, compassion, and sustainable practic...
In this insightful episode, Nichi Morrin interviews Dr. Nat Green, a post-traumatic growth coach, author, and podcast host with a background in clinical and health psychology. Dr. Nat shares her journey of over 30 years working in trauma, her personal experiences with trauma and invisible conditions, and how she has transformed her life to focus on post-traumatic growth and sustainable living. She discusses her book, ...
In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Nichi welcomes a very special guest, Carla Yeo, a devoted mother of three, a talented photographer, and an advocate for her daughter, Georgia, who has been diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Carla shares her family’s journey through the challenges of living with an invisible condition, emphasising the importance of hope, acceptance, and finding personalised ca...
In this inaugural episode of The Sustainable Success Series, Nichi Morrin introduces the mission behind the podcast, which is part of The Million Seen Movement. Nichi shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming invisible conditions, trauma, and adversity to achieve sustainable success in life and business. She discusses the challenges of living with invisible conditions, the importance of becoming one's bigg...
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