SET YOUR SOUL ON FIRE

Lets Talk Minds: Prevention is Power

In this episode, I sit down with Claire from Let’s Talk Minds an organisation on a mission to prevent mental health issues before they reach crisis point.
Claire and her co-founder Áine are both mental health nurses with a lifetime of experience, deep knowledge, and lived experience. Together, they’re bringing fresh energy to an area that desperately needs it - workplace wellbeing, early intervention, and breaking the silence around mental health.
We talk about why prevention matters, how their approach goes beyond ticking boxes, and the power of using both professional expertise and lived experience to create real change.
If you care about mental health in your workplace, your community, or your own life then this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible when the right people take action.

The Void: Surviving the Loneliest Phase of Growth

New season. First solo. Yes, I’m a day late — but when life runs wild, you roll with it.
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that’s been running circles in my head: detachment.
Not the Instagram version where you “let go and glow.”
I’m talking about the real version.. where letting go feels like hell, the silence is loud, and you question if you have made a massive mistake.
Here’s what we’re getting into:
Why detachment feels more like grief than freedom (at first).
The lonely, in-between phase no one warns you about.
Why most attachments are not love they are fear.
How to survive the void without crawling back to what you outgrew.
The exact rituals I use to hold the line when it feels like everything is slipping.
If you are floating right now detached, a little lost, wondering if it’s worth it then this episode will remind you:You are not broken. You are in the clearing.And what’s on the other side is worth every quiet, lonely night you’re pushing through.
Shoutout to our sponsor: Marc Watters, creator of The Construction Business Blueprint. Go find him on Instagram as he’s changing the game for anyone serious about building big.

From Tradesman to Trailblazer: Rebuilding the Construction Industry with Marc Watters

Guest: Marc Watters, Construction Coach & Creator of The Construction Business Blueprint 
In this powerful episode, Sonya sits down with Marc Watters, a construction coach who knows the industry from the ground up... quite literally. From life on the tools to moving throughout multiple parts of the industry, Marc shares his real, raw journey and the lessons he's learned about building a life that actually works.
They dig deep into:
Why so many construction business owners feel stuck or overwhelmed
The transition from tradesman to actual business owner and why it is not as simple as it sounds
The flaws in the industry that no one wants to talk about
Marc’s Blueprint Program that helps leaders take back control of their time, profit, and peace of mind
The juggling act between business, family, and personal growth and how to stop dropping the ball
Redefining what success really looks like (hint: it’s not just more work)
Marc brings honesty, clarity, and practical wisdom for anyone trying to break free from the cycle of survival mode and step into a version of business and life that feels purposeful.

Beyond Luxury: What It Really Took to Build Finnlough

In this episode of Set Your Soul on Fire, I sit down with Gillian Beare — the female force behind Finn Lough, one of Ireland’s most iconic luxury eco-resorts.
What began as a family-run cluster of holiday homes has evolved into something bold, sustainable, and deeply intentional. Gillian shares how she went from pharmacy to full blown hospitality. Reviving her parents' legacy alongside her brother and turning it into a place where vision meets nature.
We go deep into:
The messy magic of working with family
What it really takes to lead as a woman in a male-dominated space
The emotional weight of building something that matters
Why sustainability is not just strategy - it’s soul
From the creation of the now-famous bubble domes to navigating identity, pressure, and purpose, this is a conversation about daring to do things differently and staying rooted while you rise.
If you’ve ever felt torn between obligation and intuition, this one’s for you.

Fear Isn't Loud

In this solo episode, I dive into the quiet ways fear shows up when we're evolving - especially when we're "high functioning" and already in motion. This isn't about breakdowns. It's about the subtle stall-outs. The delay patterns. The lies we dress up as logic.
 
You'll hear:
- How fear hides in "just being careful"
- A bold reframe that puts you back in power
- The question that reveals who you are without fear
 
Take this one on a walk, in your car, or wherever you need to be reminded: fear doesn't go away. But it doesn't get to drive

Into the mind with Thomas Adams

In this episode Sonya sits down with 23-year-old electrician Thomas Adams, who is walking a new path one rooted in spirituality, self-awareness, and soul-deep growth.
 
Thomas shares how exploring psychedelics, meditation, yoga, and clean nutrition has helped him move through anxiety, question the conventional, and reconnect with himself on a deeper level. This honest and reflective conversation uncovers the raw parts of transformation. Where fear meets freedom and authenticity becomes the goal.
 
Whether you're deep on your own self-discovery journey or just beginning to ask bigger questions, this episode is an invitation to explore your own inner world - with honesty, curiosity, and a willingness to grow.
 
 
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Disclaimer:
 
This podcast is intended for educational and inspirational purposes only. It includes personal reflections and experiences, including those involving psychedelics. We do not encourage or condone the use of illegal substances. Please consult a qualified mental health professional for support if you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. Always seek professional guidance before making decisions related to health, wellness, or substance use.

Coming home to myself

In this solo episode I talk about the recent work I've went through to finally come home to myself.
 
I talk about: 
 
Carrying guilt, rage, and shame for years.
The childhood belief that I wasn't enough.
Partying, people-pleasing, and chasing worth.
 
If you've ever felt like you've outgrown your old self...but aren't sure how to let go. This ones for you

The version of me that can't come with me anymore

There comes a moment when you realise that you can’t take every part of your old life with you. You can’t hold onto the version of yourself that kept you safe, the identity that once made sense, or the relationships that no longer align. You feel the pull toward something bigger, but stepping into the unknown? It’s terrifying.
In today’s episode, I’m talking about what it means to stand at the edge of your old life, knowing it’s time to let go. I’ll share my personal journey of walking away from a career, a sport, a relationship, and identities that no longer served me—all to step into who I was truly meant to be.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, scared, or unsure about what happens next, this episode for you. Because the version of you that’s waiting? It's bigger, it's bolder, and freer than you can even imagine. And it’s time to meet them.