The Hurdle2Hope® Show
“Unexpected hurdles interrupt all of our lives. But it is your mindset that will define your experience.” The Hurdle2Hope® Show is a podcast about building the mindset you need when life doesn’t go to plan. Hosted by Teisha Rose — keynote speaker, author, and founder of Hurdle2Hope® — this weekly interview-based show features real conversations with people who’ve faced unexpected hurdles, and those supporting others through burnout, change, and uncertainty. From health challenges and work stress to life pivots and emotional pressure, we explore how to shift your mindset to match the moment with strength, power, and resilience. Whether you're wor...
Season 2 Episode 5: Pauline Romao, Bodhi Holistic Hub – Redefining Trust in Holistic Healing
Are you skeptical about holistic care?
In this episode of The Hurdle2Hope® Show, Teisha sits down with Pauline Romao, founder of Bodhi Holistic Hub, to unpack what holistic healing really involves — and why it’s often misunderstood.
Pauline shares how skin and digestive issues led her to explore natural therapies that finally got to the root of what was going on. Drawing from her studies in Hygienism and Iridology, time with Indigenous communities, and her tech background, she explains why access and trust are still missing...
Season 2 Episode 4: “I Have This Thing Called Cancer and...”: How Tara Lea Chose Her Own Healing Path.
What happens when you’re diagnosed with cancer — but following the standard treatment path doesn’t align with your body, your values, or your intuition?
In this episode of The Hurdle2Hope® Show, Teisha sits down with Tara Lea — camel behaviorist, psychic medium, and spiritual guide — to talk about what came after her cancer diagnosis and the moment she chose to step away from the conventional system.
Tara opens up about rejecting aggressive treatment, why she trusted her inner knowing, and how she's navigating cancer while staying deeply present in life.
KEY TAK...
Season 2 Episode 3: Mark Carter, MACH Health: Shaping the Future of Nurse Wellbeing
Nurses’ wellbeing has hit crisis point — is there any hope?
In this episode of The Hurdle2Hope® Show, I sit down with Mark Carter, Founder of MACH Health, who brings 22 years of nursing and healthcare experience to the table. Having seen firsthand the physical, emotional, and systemic pressures pushing nurses to breaking point, Mark is on a mission to change the story.
We talk about the alarming stats, the human cost of burnout, and why the future for nurses looks bleak unless we act now. Mark shares how MACH Health — a platform...
Season 2 Episode 2: Meet Steven Bouris: Life as a Nevus Owner and Resilience Warrior
What does it mean to grow up visibly different?
In this episode of The Hurdle2Hope® Show, I sit down with Steven Bouris, who was born with a Nevus (birthmark) on his forehead. For decades, he lived under constant stares and questions — often in silence. But everything began to shift when he finally shared his story, and discovered that vulnerability could lead to healing, connection, and purpose.
This conversation highlights the weight of carrying unspoken pain, and how breaking the silence even just once can change everything. It’s a powerful reminder t...
Season 2 Episode 1: The Hurdle2Hope® Show Begins: Real Stories, Real Conversations
The Hurdle2Hope® Show Begins: Real Stories, Real Conversations
Welcome to Season 2 and the official beginning of The Hurdle2Hope® Show
If you’ve ever faced a diagnosis, a trauma, a loss, or a moment when life just stopped making sense — you’re in the right place.
In this episode, I’m sharing:
Why I created the Hurdle2Hope® Show What living with MS and stage 4 breast cancer has taught me about resilience The healing power of language, mindset, and being open-minded Why even in the darkest moments, hope will always...Wellbeing Interrupted Announcement
This isn’t a regular episode—just a quick update to share something important.
🎧 Wellbeing Interrupted is evolving… and I wanted to let you know what’s ahead.
Listen to this short announcement, and be sure to follow the show so you don’t miss next week’s launch of The Hurdle2Hope Show.
Send Teisha a text message ❤️🧡💚
Always remember to thrive after a life-changing diagnosis... Your Mindset is Everything!
Learn more about the Hurdle2Hope® Roadmap by watching the Mindset Masterclass Reclaim Your Life. It's a...
76: When the System Fails to Hear You
What happens when advocacy is met with silence?
In Episode 76 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I reflect on how emotionally draining it can be when we share our stories, speak up for what matters—and are met with silence.
Following the powerful conversations in Episodes 74 and 75 about the NDIS pricing changes, I share how I’ve been feeling flat. The silence from decision-makers has been deafening, especially when participants and practitioners are being so open about the real-life impact of these cuts.
I talk about the emotional toll of advocacy, what it means to figh...
75: Disability Advocate Jarrod Sandell-Hay on NDIS Price Cuts
What happens when support you rely on is at risk?
In Episode 75 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I speak with disability advocate and NDIS participant Jarrod Sandell-Hay about the upcoming changes to NDIS pricing—and why they matter so much.
Jarrod shares how Allied Health support has helped him stay well and independent, and why cuts to services could mean people miss out on the care they need. We talk about what’s changing, what it means for those living in regional areas, and how people with lived experience often feel unheard in decisions that direct...
74: The Real Cost of NDIS Price Changes – A Participant, Parent, and Provider Perspective
What happens when disability support is slashed?
For me, it’s the fear of losing my independence. Of no longer being able to walk.
In Episode 74 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I speak with neurodivergent therapist, educator, NDIS participant—and parent to a young NDIS participant—Giarne Ashby about the very real consequences of the upcoming changes to disability support in Australia.
These aren’t just policy tweaks they are life-altering cuts that threaten the therapies and services that keep people like us functioning, moving, and coping with everyday life.
With NDIS pricing...
73: Is This Career Worth Getting Sick For?
Have you ever had to ask yourself: “Is this career worth getting sick for?”
In this solo episode, I take you behind the scenes of a new project launching the Hurdle2Hope Journal on LinkedIn and share the very first entry that sparked it all. It’s a raw reflection on career, chronic illness, and the pivotal question that changed the course of my life.
This episode is especially for those living with a health condition, navigating the complex balance between work and wellbeing. If your job is taking more than your body can give...
72: Learning from Ahna de Vena — Global Sleep Health Leader
Are You Struggling to Sleep Well?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Ahna de Vena — a global sleep health leader, educator, and founder of the Sleep & Dream Foundation and REVIVE Global — to talk about why so many of us find sleep difficult, and what we can actually do about it.
If you’ve ever felt wired at bedtime, scared of the night, or just plain disconnected from rest — this episode will help you see sleep in a whole new way.
Key Episode Takeaways
We...71: My MS Diagnosis: A Story of Hope
Today is World MS Day — and this year’s theme is “My MS Diagnosis.”
So I thought… it’s time to share mine.
In this solo episode, I reflect on being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at just 22 years old. It was quick and clinical—but the emotional impact was anything but. For a long time, I felt like my future had disappeared.
This isn’t just a story about symptoms or medical tests. It’s about what happens after. About the mindset that kept me stuck… and what finally helped me move forward.
Fr...
70: Can AI Actually Help My Health?
What if AI could help you manage your illness — without overwhelming you?
In this solo episode, I reflect on my time at the Digital Health Festival and explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is already transforming healthcare — and how it can actually help those of us living with chronic illness or fatigue.
From getting my Starlink internet set up to choosing a washing machine that works with MS and off-grid living, I share how tools like ChatGPT are saving me energy, time, and mental load — and how they can support you too.
If you LOVED the...
69: Can Constant News Impact Your Healing?
Is the 24/7 news cycle draining your energy?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I share what changed for me when I stopped watching the news—and how it’s supported my healing in ways I didn’t expect.
Discussing an article from Mayo Clinic and my own lived experience with MS and Stage 4 breast cancer, I talk about the toll that constant noise, images, and updates can take on our nervous systems—and what we can do instead.
I also issue a gentle challenge to you this week: let’s both turn down the...
68. The Other Side of Mother’s Day
How do you feel on Mother’s Day?
A question often not asked.
Conversations not always had.
This week I’m prioritising my own wellbeing—and revisiting one of my most vulnerable episodes to date.
As Mother’s Day approaches, I reflect on a deeply personal part of my story: the grief that came with the decision not to have children, and how illness shaped that path.
Whether you're living with a health condition, supporting someone who is, or just wanting to understand a different side of Mother’s Day—this epis...
67. A New Diagnosis or Prognosis? The One Thing You Can Control
How did you feel when you received a life-changing diagnosis?
Shocked? Numb? Like the ground had shifted beneath you?
In this episode, I share how the lessons I learned from living with MS helped me navigate my stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis. The one thing that stood out—and truly worked—was creating an environment that protected my energy and supported my healing.
If you LOVED the episode, share it on your Instagram stories and tag me @hurdle2hope!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
● What you can control after a diagn...
66: Resilience Isn’t the Start – An Open Mind Is
Have you ever felt like you were trying to be resilient—but it just wasn’t working?
Maybe you were doing your best to push through a health challenge, hold it together, or stay strong—only to feel like it still wasn’t enough.
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I’m sharing why the advice to “be resilient” often feels like pressure instead of support—and what true resilience really looks like when you’re living with a chronic illness.
If you LOVED the episode, make sure you share this on you...
65: The Authentic Mindset: Why Forced Positivity Isn’t the Answer
Have you ever felt like being positive just isn’t enough?
Maybe someone told you to “just stay positive” at a time when life felt anything but okay.
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I’m opening up about the pressure to perform positivity—especially when living with a chronic illness—and why authenticity is far more healing than forcing a smile.
If you LOVED the episode, make sure you share this on your Instagram stories and tag me @hurdle2hope
KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYS
When positivit...64: Mariah MacInnes Returns — From Whipple’s Procedure to Life as a Digital Nomad
Are you feeling stuck in life with your health condition?
Mariah MacInnes returns to Wellbeing Interrupted (first heard back in Episode 18 — my very first guest!). A year on, Mariah continues to embrace life as a digital nomad — a life worlds away from the hospital bed she found herself in after undergoing a Whipple’s procedure in her twenties. At that time, she felt completely lost and unsure how she could possibly move forward.
In this episode, we catch up on how far she’s come, how her business Content Queen is thriving, and how her next chapt...
63: Chronic Illness + Disability + Woman = My Experience of Unconscious Bias
Do you believe in unconscious bias?
In this solo episode, I share a moment that made me stop and think. While representing Hurdle2Hope® at a recent health event, I noticed how quickly assumptions were made — not out of malice, just habit.
It’s something many of us living with illness or disability experience. And when you add gender into the mix? The bias can be subtle… but it’s there.
This isn’t about blame. It’s about gently noticing — and opening the conversation.
Key Takeaways:
W...62: Frontline Staff Are Burning Out — And What We Can All Do About It
Who supports the people who support us?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I unpack why burnout in healthcare, disability, and aged care is more than a workplace issue — it’s a care crisis that affects us all. Whether you rely on frontline support or work in the sector yourself, this is a conversation we need to have.
I also share how the Hurdle2Hope® Roadmap can help staff move from crisis to growth — and what small actions we can all take to be part of the healing.
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61: Topless Runner: How Mindset and Self-Acceptance Change Everything
What if mindset—not your body—was the biggest thing holding you back?
Louise Butcher is back on Wellbeing Interrupted, and in this follow-up to Episode 60, we go even deeper. This time, it’s not about marathons or world records—it’s about what happens when you stop letting other people’s opinions define how you feel in your body.
And if you haven’t yet listened to last week’s chat in Episode 60, we highly recommend you hit pause and go back to that first.
Key Episode Takeaways
Confidence after mastectomy isn...60: Topless Runner Returns: Catching Up with Louise Butcher
What if losing your breasts led you to discover your greatest strength?
Louise Butcher is back on Wellbeing Interrupted, and her story is more powerful than ever. After making headlines as the first woman to run the London Marathon topless post-mastectomy, Louise has since broken records, sparked global conversations, and challenged the way we think about body image, confidence, and femininity.
Key Episode Takeaways
From Breast Cancer to Breaking Records – How Louise turned a life-changing diagnosis into a movement that’s redefining body confidence. Running Topless & Challenging Body Image Stigma – The real reason she...59: Art for Wellness with Debbie Crouch
Can creativity truly be a tool for healing?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Debbie Crouch, a creative community expert, artist, and recovery coach who founded Art for Wellness. Debbie’s journey is a powerful testament to how creativity can support emotional healing, particularly for those navigating health conditions or past trauma.
Growing up, Debbie loved art, but after a teacher told her she would never be good at it, she lost confidence and walked away from creativity for years. It wasn’t until a mental breakdown led her to red...
58: No Diagnosis, Just Symptoms—What Now?
Are your symptoms real if no one can give you a diagnosis?
Have you ever felt like something was wrong with your body, but no one could give you answers? You’re not alone. The journey to a diagnosis can be frustrating, exhausting, and emotionally draining.
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I reflect on my conversations with Ronni Morgan (Episode 47) and Katerina Vujić (Episode 56), who both faced long, difficult roads to understanding their health conditions.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
The powerlessness of searchi...57: Hurdle2Hope® Stories: Meet Tami Wong Living with Alopecia
Would you still feel like yourself if you lost your hair?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Tami Wong, who has lived with alopecia since she was 15. She turned her experience into advocacy, founding Hair Loss Pride, a support community for women and teens, while also educating salon professionals and writing the bestselling children's book Hair Pride.
If you LOVED this episode, make sure you share this on your Instagram stories and tag us @hurdle2hope and @hairlosspride!
KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYS
The emotio...56: Hurdle2Hope® Stories: Meet Katerina Vujić Living with Chronic Illness
Healthy one day. Sick the next. Can you relate to this?
Katerina Vujić’s life changed in a day. In Episode 51 of Wellbeing Interrupted, she shares her journey from unexplained illness and medical gaslighting to self-advocacy and healing.
Now a certified holistic health coach, Katerina uses her experience to guide others through their own health challenges.
If you LOVED this episode, share it on Instagram and tag us @hurdle2hope and @thrivehealthcoaching
Key Takeaways:
Self-advocacy is essential when seeking answers for chronic illness. Functional...55: Part 2 [Update]: Australian Healthcare Week
Join Me at the Biggest Healthcare Event in the Southern Hemisphere!
I’m so excited to share that I’ll be part of the Start-Up Zone at Australian Healthcare Week (AHW) 2025—the largest healthcare exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere!
🌟 And here’s the best part—I have FREE tickets to give away! 🔗 Register Here
What is Australian Healthcare Week?
Australian Healthcare Week (19-20 March, 2025) is the biggest healthcare exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere, showcasing the latest innovations and advancements across the entire healthcar...
55: My Three C’s for 2025: Confidence, Curiosity & Creativity
Would you say you’re a curious person?
Turning 50 is a milestone I’ve fully embraced—not just because I’m here to celebrate it, but because I love the life I’m creating. Stage 4 cancer has shifted my perspective, and in 2025, I’m intentionally focusing on Confidence, Curiosity, and Creativity.
If you're facing a health challenge or a big life transition, I encourage you to choose your own guiding words for the year ahead.
If you LOVED this episode, make sure you share it on your Instagram stories and tag me @hurdle2h...
54: Learning from Jessica Graham: Author Being (Sick) Enough
How Can Curiosity Help You Heal?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Jessica Graham, trauma resolution guide, meditation teacher, and author of Being (Sick) Enough: Thoughts on Invisible Illness, Childhood Trauma, and Living Well When Surviving is Hard.
Jess shares their journey of living with chronic illnesses, healing from childhood trauma, and how curiosity and small joys have helped them find resilience and purpose. They also discuss their work helping others heal through trauma resolution practices.
If you LOVED this episode, make sure to share it on you...
53: Healing Beyond Labels, Perfection, and Disconnection
Have You Ever Felt Defined by Your Illness?
It’s easy to feel like your health condition has taken over your story. Whether it’s MS, cancer, or something else, those labels can weigh heavily on your mind and soul. But what if you could reframe those challenges and take back your sense of self?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I reflect on my incredible conversation with Michelle Holling-Brooks from Episode 52. Michelle’s story reminded me of the power of mindset—how we can move beyond labels, build deeper connections, and embrace the imperf...
52: Hurdle2Hope® Stories: Meet Michelle Holling-Brooks
Do the labels of illness shape how you see yourself?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Michelle Holling-Brooks to explore her profound journey of healing and resilience. Michelle’s story is one of transformation—moving beyond health labels and discovering the wisdom and power hidden in life’s challenges.
Through her insights, Michelle invites us to redefine what healing looks like and embrace wholeness over perfection. Her connection to the Wounded Healer archetype and her remarkable bond with horses offer unique perspectives on living authentically through adversity.
If you LO...
51: How I Get My Mindset Ready for the New Year
Do you find New Year’s brings up mixed emotions?
Living with a health condition can make the start of a new year feel overwhelming. In Episode 51 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I share how I prepare my mindset for the year ahead—not by setting rigid resolutions but by reflecting, shifting my focus, and focusing on what excites me about the future.
This episode is a personal look at how I approach New Year’s while navigating chronic illness. From moving to 100 acres at Daisy Hill to embracing the peace of life in remission, I reflec...
50: Learning from Low Key Spiritual: People-pleasing, boundaries and alignment
Are you a people-pleaser struggling to honour your health?
In Episode 50 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I chat with Francesca Budesheim, founder of Low Key Spiritual. Francesca shares her expertise on the mind-body connection, breaking free from people-pleasing, and processing grief to align your life in a way that honours your health.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that don’t serve you, this conversation will give you tools to reconnect, release, and move forward with purpose.
If you LOVED this episode, share it o...
49: Hurdle2Hope® Stories: Meet Erin Buck Living with a Back Injury
Life begins at 40, right?
For Erin Buck, it began with a back injury that changed everything.
In Episode 49, I chat with Erin, who shares her story of living with a debilitating back injury that transformed her career, mobility, and daily life. From navigating chronic pain and foot drop to the emotional challenges of using a wheelchair, Erin’s journey is one of resilience, adaptability, and finding purpose in unexpected ways.
Erin’s story is a powerful reminder that, even when your wellbeing is interrupted, new beginnings are possible.
If you L...
48 Holiday Stress: Tips for Thriving with a Health Condition
I want to feel festive but…
Living with a health condition can make this time of year especially overwhelming, with endless to-do lists, social commitments, and the pressure to keep up. In Episode 48 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I share practical strategies to help you manage holiday stress while protecting your health and energy.
From staying grounded and shifting frustration to gratitude, to adapting your plans with flexibility, this episode focuses on making the festive season more manageable and enjoyable.
I hope these tips help you to approach this busy time with less stress and more...
47: Hurdle2Hope®️ Stories: Meet Ronni Morgan Living with hEDS
Struggling to get doctors to listen to your health concerns?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Ronni Morgan, who shares their journey of living with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). Ronni opens up about the long road to diagnosis, the challenges of living with chronic pain, and how they’ve redefined their career to align with their health and passions.
Ronni’s story highlights the importance of persistence, self-advocacy, and raising awareness for invisible disabilities.
If you LOVED the episode, make sure you share this on your Instagram stories...
46: Hurdle2Hope® Stories: Meet Trish Gent Living with Anxiety
Have you ever felt like anxiety was just part of who you are?
In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I talk to Trish Gent, an integrative life coach, Kundalini yoga instructor, and district nurse, about her experiences with anxiety, infertility, and the journey to a more balanced life. Trish shares how she shifted her perspective from managing anxiety to addressing its root causes, discovering the healing power of nervous system regulation and Kundalini yoga.
Key Episode Takeaways
Anxiety often stems from an unregulated nervous system, not just personality. Infe...45: Building a Meaningful Career Through Illness
Have you ever felt like your career is constantly interrupted by illness?
Living with a health condition can often mean adjusting, changing paths, and even stepping away from jobs you love. In Episode 45 of Wellbeing Interrupted, I share my journey of building a meaningful career despite MS and cancer—and how each interruption has led me to where I’m meant to be today.
This episode dives into how illness has impacted my career journey, leading me from corporate roles to social work, auditing in the disability sector, and ultimately to creating Hurdle2Hope®️...
44. Hurdle2Hope®️ Stories: Meet Kellina Powell Deaf Queen Boss!
Can you imagine losing your hearing at the age of four?
In today’s episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Kellina Powell, known as the Deaf Queen Boss. Kellina lost her hearing at the age of four and has since become a powerful advocate and mental health coach for the deaf and hard of hearing community. She shares her journey of navigating a world designed for hearing individuals and how she empowers others to embrace their identity and advocate for greater inclusivity.
Kellina's insights are an eye-opener for many, and her stor...
