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Elizabeth Day: I Found Love After DivorceIn this episode of Begin Again, bestselling author and podcaster Elizabeth Day opens up about the deeply personal moments that have shaped her journey, from facing the end of a marriage to letting go of the dream of motherhood. Elizabeth shares how her divorce became a turning point, forcing her to re-evaluate her identity, desires, and the kind of love she truly needed. She speaks candidly about the grief and complexity of fertility struggles, revealing how she came to find peace and purpose beyond motherhood. The conversation explores the emotional weight of moving on, the power of female intuition, and the importance of holding space for ourselves and others in times of change. Elizabeth also reflects on rediscovering self-worth, dating in her 30s, and ultimately meeting her now-husband, Justin. Through her honesty and insight, Elizabeth offers a powerful message of resilience and self-trust, showing that sometimes starting over is the bravest thing we can do. 👉 Follow us on Instagram: @beginagain 🎥 Watch more on TikTok: @beginagainpod Elizabeth:One of Us by Elizabeth Day is published by 4th Estate on 25th and out now. You can by your copy here: https://lnk.to/OneOfUsElizabethDay?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafJqQ3qrv8oajlu2PZrgFYrKgEEhAYCMsapPDFScLQy4spsj82in7NVVwPl5w_aem_nMEEzcYNX-PjK4NZQqhvWA How To Fail with Elizabeth Day is available every Monday and Wednesday on podcast platforms and YouTube: https://link.chtbl.com/hHntV5ys (00:01:12) - Introducing Elizabeth Day (00:02:20) - Growing Up During The Troubles (00:06:09) - Building Self-Assurance from a Young Age (00:08:24) - The Psychic Experience That Changed Everything (00:14:56) - Feminine Instincts with Davina (00:16:23) - Elizabeth’s Childhood in Ireland (00:19:17) - Fertility Journey and Letting go of Motherhood (00:23:13) - Lessons from Therapy (00:30:48) - Adobe ad (00:31:53) - Elizabeth’s Journey to Journalism (00:42:34) - Faking Confidence in London (00:44:42) - Why Reality TV is Important (00:47:21) - Facing Fear and Finding Safety (00:50:00) - Realising Her Marriage Wasn’t Right (00:54:45) - Dating and Finding True Love in Her 30s (00:59:45) - Building Elizabeth’s ‘How to Fail’ Podcast (01:01:59) - Davina’s Podcast Fears and Meeting The Rock (01:05:09) - Elizabeth Day’s New Book ‘One of Us’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Simon Squibb: The Education System is Failing us! This is Why We Need to Rethink SchoolIn this episode of Begin Again, Simon Squibb shares his extraordinary story of overcoming adversity, personal transformation, and resilience. From being kicked out of his home at 15 to navigating the harsh realities of homelessness, Simon reveals how these challenges shaped his path to success. Simon, best known for his social series What's Your Dream, opens up about the pivotal moments in his life, his struggles with loss, survival, and finding purpose, and how these experiences fueled his entrepreneurial journey. With a mission to help others and empower them to pursue their dreams, Simon talks about the power of pain in driving passion, the importance of supporting others, and how his desire to uplift those who are struggling keeps him going. In this candid conversation, Simon reflects on his unconventional path, the lessons he’s learned about empathy, failure, and rebuilding, and how helping others is the key to finding true happiness. This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, it’s never too late to begin again and build a life driven by purpose, resilience, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. 💬 Drop a comment: What’s your biggest takeaway from Simon? 👉 Follow us on Instagram: @beginagain 🎥 Watch more on TikTok: @beginagainpod Follow Simon here: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simonsquibbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimonSquibb (00:00) Intro (01:17) The Power of Helping Others (03:48) Simon’s Difficult Childhood Story (06:31) Caring for Himself at Just 8 Years Old (09:18) Homeless at 15 After Being Kicked Out by His Mother (11:04) Reflections on Motherhood and Narcissistic Traits (14:44) Losing His Father at 15 and Lessons Learned (17:22) Turning Pain Into Motivation to Help Others (18:37) How Lack of Parental Support Impacts Dreams (19:30) Life Lessons From Experiencing Homelessness (23:39) Choosing Money vs. Happiness (24:26) How to Find Your True Purpose in Life (25:48) Starting His First Business ‘Fluid’ at Age 24 (26:56) The Life-Changing Gift of Giving (28:00) Supporting and Encouraging Your Partner’s Dreams (36:17) How Pain Can Drive Your Purpose (38:02) Why the Education System Fails and How to Successfully Home-School Your Kids (44:46) Why Failure Is the Key to Success (48:29) Why You Only Need Your First Customer to Start (52:48) Practicing Gratitude and Turning Pain Into Strength (58:14) How to Manage People Who Dislike You (1:01:53) Simon’s Biggest Dream for the Future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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