Spirited Hearts the podcast
Welcome to Spirited Hearts® The Podcast with Stephanie Heartfield. This is a space filled with rich, beautiful, authentic, alive and empowering conversations about parenting, motherhood, natural learning, homeschooling, early childhood education and life. Nothing is off limits, and we explore many of life's challenges and struggles, as well as the beauty and joy. Filled with heartfelt and meaningful content, this is the perfect podcast for you if you want to delve into the deep topics of life in an aware space where you are welcome to reflect and enjoy a cup of tea. Steph is a trauma-informed & neuro-arffirming Play Therapist, Counsellor, Early Childhood Educator, Level 2 Aware Parenting Instructor, the founder of Spirited Hearts® a multi-service community business dedicated to providing the most emotionally safe and supportive space to children, families and educators, and The Heartfield Way Mentor Program.
Episodes
71 episodes
71. Female Embodiment & Self-Leadership with Kate Christensen
In this episode I am joined by Kate Christensen. She is a Mum, Sacred Female Yoga Teacher & Women's Embodiment Psychotherapy Coach.In this episode we discuss:our journeys into motherhoodthe feminine psyche
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Episode 71
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1:00:45
70. Child-Centered Play Therapy & Neurodivergence with Dr Jodi Mullen
In this episode I am thrilled to introduce you to Dr Jodi Mullen. She is a Play Therapist, Supervisor & Counsellor and has been working in this space for 30 years. Jodi has shared so much wisdom in this episode, including her own journey in...
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Episode 70
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69. The Power of Homeopathy with Jess Wojcinski
In this episode I am joined by Jess Wojcinski of Aura Botanical Homeopathy. Jess is a Clinical Homeopath and Mum of 3.In this episode, Jess shares her health battles, as well as her journey in naturopathy, herbal medicine and before, finall...
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Episode 69
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1:06:28
68. Healing Birth Trauma for Ourselves & Our Children with Meg Rankin
In this episode I'm pleased to introduce Meg Rankin, who is a fellow Aware Parenting Instructor. Meg has worked for 20 years as a social worker and counsellor, supporting women in pregnancy, birth and early parenting.In this episode we ...
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Episode 68
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1:03:06
67. Using Drama to Elevate Social & Emotional Wellbeing with Travis Dowling
In this week's episode, I speak with Travis Dowling co-founded Queensland Theatre for Young People, runs the Acting degree at USQ and is passionate about how drama can positively impact social and emotional skills for young people.In th...
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Episode 67
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58:31
66. Supporting Families with Child-Centred Play Therapy with Kylie Ellison
Welcome to 2025 and this brand new episode, which I actually recorded 6 months ago! What can I say, life happened, we made it to a new year and I am delighted to introduce you to this week's guest; Kylie Ellison. She is a Counsellor, Play Thera...
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Episode 66
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57:54
65. Family Meetings, Honest Communication & Raising Gifted Children with Devon Harris
I'm so excited to welcome back Devon Harris to the podcast. Devon is a fellow Aware Parenting Instructor, Mum and supports families who have gifted children/parents.In this episode Devon gives us an update on the last couple of years since ...
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Episode 65
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59:03
64. Empowering, Enriching & Fearless Homeschooling with Micarle Callea
In this week's episode I chat with Micarle Callea, Mum of 2 and owner of Fearless Homeschool. Micarle was a secondary teacher before commencing her homeschooling journey. She is the host of the Australian Homeschooling Summit and Neurodiveristy...
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Episode 64
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63. 2024 Half Yearly Book Review
For the first time ever, my highly requested book reviews are now on the podcast. In this episode I share with you my reviews and ratings of the books I read in the first 6 months of 2024. Here is a list of those books:...
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Episode 63
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36:35
62. The Power of Listening Partnerships on Your Parenting Journey with Belynda Smith
I am excited to introduce you to Belynda Smith, an Aware Parenting Instructor, Hand-in-Hand Instructor, book lover and Mum of 2 boys.In this episode Belynda shares her journey into books and parenting, and the biggest things that have helpe...
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Episode 62
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61. The Importance of the Relationship in Parenting, Education & Therapy
Welcome to the very first episode of the 2024 season! I'm so excited to share more inspiring conversations in the 2rd year of the Spirited Hearts podcast.In this episode I share with you what I have been up to for the first half of 2024, in...
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Episode 61
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51:45
60. Nature, Wildlife Conservation & Being Homeschooled on a Boat with Dr Sarah Pye
The final episode of 2023 is here, and what a wonderful, insightful and fun conversation this is with author, speaker and teacher, Dr Sarah Pye.In this episode, Sarah shares her fascinating childhood of being boat-schooled across the waters...
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Episode 60
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59:44
59. Exploring Loss, Grief & the Healing Process with Danni Willow
In this episode, I have the pleasure of welcoming back fellow Aware Parenting Instructor, Danni Willow. We are both passionate about supporting people through grief and loss, and we share so much in just one episode, that there will probably be...
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Episode 59
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1:10:27
58. The Importance of Postpartum Support in Motherhood with Kirsty Fernandes
In this episode I invite fellow Aware Parenting Instructor, Kirsty Fernandes on the podcast to share her passion for postpartum support during motherhood. Over the course of the episode we share our own postpartum experiences. Kirsty shares her...
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Episode 58
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57. Steph & Nic's Homeschooling Series - Part 3
In Part 3 of our Homeschooling Series, we bust open one of the biggest myths surrounding homeschooling: how will my child be socialised?We both share our personal experiences on this, as well as share the evidence and research surrounding h...
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Episode 57
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1:05:29
56. Creating Connection & Harmony in Your Family with Feng Shui with Patricia Lohan
In this week's episode, I'm excited to introduce you to Patricia Lohan. She is a Feng Shui Expert, Coach, Healer and Passionate Entrepreneur who helps thousands of women all across the world design the lives they want to live.Patricia share...
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Episode 56
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55. How the Education System has Failed Educators & Children
This episode is dedicated to all the educators and teachers around the world who are burnout and drowning in a system that is unsupportive and harmful to both them, and the children in their schools and daycares.As an Educator myself, I hav...
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Episode 55
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56:54
54. Creating Safe Spaces for Children at Home & School with Nichole Hamilton
In this episode, I'm joined by Nichole Hamilton, founder of The Kidz Coach, Entrepreneur, Speaker and Holistic Healer. Nic's passion is to create safe havens for children, whether that be at home or at school.Nic vulnerably shares her journ...
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Episode 54
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51:24
53. Steph & Nic's Homeschooling Series - Part Two
After receiving so much positive feedback about Part One of the Homeschooling Series, we are excited to share with you Part Two. We both enjoyed this conversation so much. Nic had many of her questions answered, and Steph loved reflecting on he...
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Episode 53
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1:06:35
52. Introducing Kinship Connection with Steph & Nic
We are so incredibly excited to FINALLY share with you something we have been working on together for the past year.Introducing: Kinship ConnectionIn this episode we share and discuss:How Kinship Connection started an...
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Episode 52
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59:53
51. Steph & Nic's Homeschooling Series - Part One
In the Steph & Nic's Homeschooling Series, we are so excited to share with you our journeys, fears, apprehensions and knowledge. This series will comprise of several parts and will be released over the coming months.In part one we took ...
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Episode 51
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50. Raising a Connected Family
Welcome to Episode 50! In this week's episode, I felt called to speak about raising a connected family, something I am very intentional with in my own family.I reflect back on my own childhood, and all the areas where connection was present...
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Episode 50
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49. Living in Alignment With Your Cycle with Natalie Cook
In this week's episode, you will hear the insightful wisdom of Natalie Cook from Untamed Me and SheGathered. Natalie supports women to connect with the unique energies of their cycle, and to plan life around your unique rhythms.Natalie shar...
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48. The Importance of Trauma-Informed Support with Tamika Rose
In this week’s episode, I welcome back Tamika Rose to discuss the importance of having trauma-informed support on our healing journey.Tamika shares her own trauma and healing journey, what she found helpful and what she didn't over the past...
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Episode 48
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1:15:39
47. Conscious Conception, Fertility, Stress & Plant Medicine with Bianca Nelson
In this week's episode I have the absolute pleasure introducing you to Bianca Nelson, aka The Aboriginal Naturopath. Bianca is a degree qualified Naturopath, Nutritionist, Iridologist, proud Yuin woman and mother who is passionate about support...
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Episode 47
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