Optimise

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By: Sophie Kate

Welcome to Optimise, a podcast full of empowering + inspiring conversations to help you discover how to, & consciously choose to be the best version of you - through holistic health, wellness, mindset, prioritising your sleep, your nervous system, your joy, & therefore living your most delicious, nourishing, fulfilling & satisfying life ⚡️

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90 // Circadian Health & Hormones, Fertility, PCOS & Metabolism with Karinda Wholistix - Part 2
Yesterday at 3:00 AM

HELLO angels and WELCOME back to part 2 of this conversation with the amazing Karinda Wholistix.

If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, I'd definitely recommend starting there first, as we covered the foundations of circadian health, why light is one of the most powerful inputs for your body, and simple ways to start supporting your circadian rhythm 🌞 

In Part 2, we take things a step further and explore how your circadian rhythm influences your hormones, fertility, metabolism, liver health and mitochondria. We also dive into the connection between circadian health and conditions like PCOS, why...


89 // Your Body Isn't Broken... It Might Just Be Out Of Rhythm: Circadian Biology with Karinda Wholistix - PART ONE!
07/05/2026

Part 1: Harnessing Your Circadian Rhythm for Better Health with Karinda Wholistix

If you've been following me for a while or listened to any of these eps, you'll know I'm INCREDIBLY passionate about circadian health. I truly believe it's one of the most overlooked foundations of our wellbeing, yet it's something we can all start improving today.

In Part 1 of this delicious conversation, I'm joined by naturopath Karinda Wholistix (an absolute fave guest!!) to explore the incredible science behind our circadian rhythm and why our relationship with light has such a profound impact on...


88 // Food Freedom, How To Start Trusting Your Body, & Turning Punishment Into Nourishment with Saoirse Kelly
06/21/2026

In this AMAZING episode, I sit down with nutritionist and mindset coach Saoirse Kelly, for a beautiful conversation around food, self-trust, behaviour change, and the simple habits that often have the biggest impact on our health.

We chat about everything from eating in silence (the best), to healing your relationship with food, letting go of all-or-nothing thinking, & learning how to work with your body instead of constantly fighting against it.

Saoirse also shares her personal journey through anorexia, recovery, & how those experiences ultimately led her into the work she does today.

If you've...


87 // Before You Criticise Your Body Today, Listen to This 🩵
06/14/2026

This episode is a reminder that your body isn't working against you. It's working for you. Always.

& it does SO MUCH for you without us ever thinking about it, let alone thanking it.

Maybe instead of constantly trying to fix our bodies, we start by appreciating them ❤️


In this episode we chat about:

✨ Why your body is far more intelligent than you realise

✨ The incredible things happening inside you every second of every day

✨ Why your body is constantly trying to protect you, not punish you...


86 // Building an Activewear Brand Women Are OBSESSED With (& What It Actually Takes) with Simone from Salt & Ripple
06/07/2026

EEE! Simone from Salt and Ripple joins me on the podcast in this ep for a really honest conversation about what it actually looks like to build a brand from the ground up in such a saturated industry - & how staying deeply connected to your creativity, community and vision is what makes people truly connect to a brand.

We talk about Simone’s journey from studying fashion and textiles, to navigating an eating disorder, to eventually creating Salt & Ripple & then Salt Active - a brand now known for its instantly recognisable (& gorgeous) prints, beautiful quality and strong co...


85 // Self Care Should Be The Standard You Live By, Not The Reward You Earn
05/31/2026

hello my loves, today's episode I am sharing how SELF RESPECT and upholding my own standards and boundaries changed my health, life & self esteem/worth.

I went from someone who emotionally ate, cut corners, broke promises to myself, consistently made choices that was disrespectful to my body, mind & goals, & wondered why I didn't trust myself 🥲

to someone who has AMAZING health, LOVES who she is & how she shows up for herself... and it all comes down to the standards and boundaries I uphold.

This is NOT about being perfect. But when you EXPERIENCE how...


84 // She Thought Surgery Would Ruin Her Life… It Ended Up Saving It, Kate Montgomery's Journey From Self Rejection to Self Acceptance
05/21/2026

From Crohn’s disease and years of self-rejection… to learning how to fully accept, trust & love her body again 🤍

In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Montgomery to talk about her journey with chronic illness, body image, an ostomy bag, and the mindset shifts that completely changed her life.

We talk about:

Being misdiagnosed for years before finally discovering she had Crohn’s diseaseWhat it was like living with constant pain, symptoms and feeling disconnected from her bodyThe fear, shame and identity struggles that came with getting an ostomy bagWhy she resisted surgery for so long...


83 // The Self-Care Conversation Women ACTUALLY Need with Rebecca Margaret
05/12/2026

In this episode, I’m joined by women’s health coach Rebecca Margaret for a really honest conversation about self-care, emotional health, routines, nervous system regulation, and what it actually looks like to stop abandoning yourself every day & CHOOSE yourself, day in day out.

We talk about the journey from self-loathing to self-respect, why health is so much more than supplements and wellness trends, and how the smallest daily habits can completely change the way you feel.

Rebecca shares how she created habits, rituals and non-negotiables that genuinely support her wellbeing, while we also dive into...


82 // Bonus Ep: Optimising Your Energy & Health Through Daily Habits w/ Sophie Kate (on the Good To Great pod)
05/01/2026

This is a bonus ep where I was a guest on Ash Murphy's poddy - Good to Great. If you listened to the second last episode, I interviewed Ash on this podcast!


Enjoy x


"We all want that feeling of waking up feeling refreshed, ready to take on the day and not have the urge to hit snooze. But why do so many of us struggle with this day in and day out?

Listen in on this episode as we talk all things sleep health, circadian rhythm...


81 // Stop Letting Your Phone Control Your Brain & Dys-regulate Your Nervous System (Do This Instead)
04/18/2026

Your phone can either support your nervous system… or completely dysregulate it.

In this episode, I’m breaking down how your phone is designed to keep you hooked, why it leaves you feeling overstimulated, and how to change it.

Because the goal isn’t to get rid of your phone, for most of us, we need them!! but we CAN set them up in a way that actually supports your health, focus, & sleep.

I’m sharing the exact changes I’ve made that have helped me feel calmer, more present, and less distracted throughout...


80 // Fat Loss, Food Freedom & Consistency: What Actually Works w/ Ash Murphy
04/11/2026

Ooo yeah of course you are in for ANOTHER treat with this episode with my gorgeous friend, and recently my own fitness coach, Ash Murphy.


If you’ve ever felt stuck in your body, like you’re doing “all the right things” but not seeing results, or constantly starting over every Monday - this episode is for you.


We dive into what actually works when it comes to fat loss, building muscle, and feeling good in your body, & it’s way simpler than you think.


We also...


79 // We Wouldn't Do This To Our Bodies, So Why Do We Do It To Our Brains?
04/03/2026

If you are someone who 

😩 struggles to fall asleep

🥲 you constantly feel 'on', stressed, anxious

🙃 you find it hard to 'rest' 

🫩 or wake up already tired... 


THIS IS FOR YOU.

A really interesting analogy I heard recently..

Imagine from the moment we WOKE UP - we started running. And we didn't stop. We kept going, exhausted, fatigued, depleted... until we hit the pillow. 

We wouldn't do this to our bodies, so why do we do it to our BRAINS?!

Most people ar...


78 // When the World Feels Wild, Come Back to This - Important Reminders
03/27/2026

Let's face it. The world is a lil wild right now. A lot that is out of our control, but there is a lot that STILL IS.


Reminders that you probably need to hear right now - to continue supporting your health, your self, your nervous system.


These are simple but FOUNDATIONAL.

Do not overlook.


Love ya x


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77 // Making 2026 our BEST YEAR YET!! Tips & tricks to keep you on track with your goals
01/31/2026

A quick little check in as we enter 2026 and helping you have your BEST YEAR YET!! 

- Who do you need to be?

- What habits do you need to embody?

- Tips to set up your phone to support your goals rather than hinder them

- Other ways I'm ensuring my goals are top of mind & the ACTIONS I am taking to move towards them


Ep around VALUES (which comes with a PDF):

#31 // FIND OUT your core values so you can optimise your l...


76 // So, You Overdid It At Xmas, Here's What To Do (& What NOT To Do)
12/27/2025

Christmas happened - the food, the drinks, the late nights… all of it.

 And if you’re waking up feeling a little off, this episode is your reminder that you didn’t ruin anything, your body doesn't hate you, and you don’t need to flip into punishment mode to feel like yourself again.


** PS I'M SORRY IF THE AUDIO IS OFF! Marble (my dog) was being a pest & pulled out the mic cord without me realising ** 


In this ep I share 5 ways to support your body without pu...


75 // Holistic Nutrition, Low Iron & Supplements, Making Food & Meals Easier & ENJOY Your Health with Rachel Kay
12/19/2025

In this episode, I’m joined by Rachel Kay, a holistic nutritionist, talking all things health, nutrition, iron & more.

We talk about:

Rachel’s non-negotiables for feeling her best and how she found her way into holistic nutritionThe foundations of health and why they’re often overlooked when we’re chasing quick fixes or the “perfect” dietThe basic nutrition knowledge Rachel wishes more people understoodThe impact stress has on the body, and why having fun & experiencing JOY is a crucial part of health!!What holistic nutrition really means (beyond food...


74 // You’re Not Lazy - You’re Just On Autopilot -The Power Of The Pause
12/13/2025

So many of our habits aren’t a conscious choice > they’re automatic.

In this episode, I’m talking about power of the pause: the moment between a thought and an action.

The moment where you think:

“I should get off my phone and go to bed”“I said I’d go for a walk”“I feel like scrolling Instagram”

And instead of reacting on autopilot… you pause.

That tiny pause is where awareness, self-trust, and better choices are built 🤝


We talk about:

Why habits are hard to ch...


73 // The Self-Respect Era: 10 Habits We’re Not Taking Into 2026 & HOW
12/06/2025

ALRIGHT ANGELS!! If you’re tired, overwhelmed, overstimulated, or feel like you keep getting in your own way… this episode is going to call you out in the best possible way 🤝

In this ep I'm  breaking down 10 sneaky habits you need to ditch in 2026 - the ones quietly draining your energy, dysregulating your nervous system, wrecking your sleep, and keeping you stuck in cycles you’re done with.

We’re talking:
 ✨ Why charging your phone next to your bed needs to be a no go, & how it disrupts your sleep + nervous system
 ✨ How snoo...


72 // Optimise Your Body’s Natural Detox: Lymphatic Drainage 101 with Detoxify By Rachael
11/30/2025

In today’s episode, I’m joined by the amazing Rachael ~ a Sydney-based lymphatic drainage specialist and founder of Detoxify by Rachael. We dive deep into the world of lymphatics ~ what it is, why it matters, and how you can support one of the most overlooked systems in the body.

If you have ever felt puffy, inflamed, bloated, like something is stagnant within your body... this episode could be an absolute game changer for you & your health

Rachel shares her journey into this powerful modality, the science behind lymphatic drainage, and the simple, daily, Big 6 tech...


71 // Courtney Emma on Creating Inner Safety, Calming Anxiety & Opening Your Heart with EFT Tapping
11/23/2025

In this powerful episode, I am chatting with the gorgeous Courtney Emma: a healer, author and EFT practitioner, for a deeply healing & delicious conversation about nervous system safety, emotional freedom and coming home to yourself.

I have been LOVING EFT tapping recently so I just had to get Courtney on the show to share her wisdom & explain what EFT tapping is, how to do it, & how it can help you.

Courtney shares the one non-negotiable ritual she swears by to optimise her wellbeing, plus the practices she uses daily to create safety in...


70 // 10 Swaps For Your Home That Completely Upgrade Your Health, Nervous System, Hormones, & Sleep
#70
11/15/2025

In this episode, we dive into 10 simple but powerful healthy home swaps that can transform your sleep, hormones, energy and nervous system & just support your health overall in the environment you spend a lot of time in (& sleep in!!)

These are the practical, realistic shifts that make your home feel calmer, cleaner and more supportive for your body. From lighting and water quality to skincare, cookware and EMF habits, you’ll learn exactly why these swaps matter and how to implement them overtime.


You DO NOT need to do these al...


69 // "The Dr Told Me I'd Never Be 100%" - The Car Accident That Changed Everything - Cobie Higgins On Learning To Walk Again, Navigating A Traumatic Brain Injury & Why Self Care Is So Important
#69
11/07/2025

In this deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with the beautiful and resilient Cobie, whose story is a powerful reminder of how much we’re capable of, even when life turns completely upside down.

After a devastating car accident in 2015 that left her with multiple broken bones and a traumatic brain injury, Cobie’s journey to recovery has been nothing short of extraordinary. From learning to walk again to rebuilding her sense of self, she shares with raw honesty and positivity what it takes to heal both physically and emot...


68 // November Reset: Set Your November Health Goals With Me & Finish The Year Strong Feeling Proud, Energised & Calm
11/02/2025

It’s November 🤠 Two months left of the year.
Before you decide to “start fresh in January”, we’re doing a radical honest check-in.

✨ Where did you move the needle this year?
✨ Where did you show up?
✨ Where did you slip?
✨ What habits are silently sabotaging you (hello, screen time 👀)?

In this episode, we walk through a powerful almost-end-of-year audit across:

Physical health (energy, movement, habits)Mental health (stress, screens, clarity)Joy & soul medicine (yes, JOY needs a strategy too)Energetic health (are you th...


67 // "I Got The Dream Body But It Was A F*cking Nightmare" - Tahls Skye On Reconnecting, Respecting & Redefining Health, & Working With Your Body Rather Than Against It.
10/25/2025

What happens when you finally get the “dream body”, but lose yourself in the process?

In this powerful & honest conversation, the gorgeous Tahls Skye shares her journey from bodybuilding and chasing perfection, to going on an incredible journey & finding true self-respect, peace, and connection with her body.

We dive into what it really means to reconnect with yourself, how to listen to your body’s signals, and why leading with compassion instead of control is the key to sustainable health.

Tahls opens up about the dark side of discipline, the fear of wei...


66 // All Things Period Pain & Menstrual Woo Woo List With Karinda - What Your Pain Is Trying To Tell You, How To Navigate It (Without Meds), 'Weird & Woo' Practices To Support Your Period 🩸
10/19/2025

Ever wished your period didn’t feel like such a battle? This episode unpacks the weird, wonderful, and deeply intelligent side of your menstrual cycle, from what’s actually happening in your body (& when you experience period pain - WHY),

 to the emotional and energetic shifts that come with it. 


You’ll learn how to ease pain naturally, reconnect with your body, and maybe even fall a little in love with your period!!!


I'm joined by one of my FAVE GUESTS & HUMANS, Karinda John, a naturopath, menstrual cycle ed...


65 // I Didn't Finish The 50km Ultra ( & Why I’m So Glad I Didn’t)
#65
10/12/2025

Only six weeks after my first marathon, I decided to go bigger - a 50km Ultra.

I believed I could do it… and for 47km, I did. 

But with 3km to go, my body said no 🥹

In this episode, I share what happened, why I had to stop with only 3km to go!!! why I’m actually so proud I didn’t finish, and the powerful lessons this race taught me about ego, intuition, and truly listening to my body.


🎧✨🍋⚡️🌞🪩
 
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IG: @iamsophiekate...


64 // The Health Education You Never Got, But Definitely Need with Jordan Davey: Circadian Health, Nervous System, Sunlight + Organic Optimisation
#64
10/04/2025

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by functional holistic health coach + practitioner Jordan Davey, whose mission is to help people understand the deeper layers of health that most of us were never taught.


We dive into:


 ✨ The 3 most overlooked foundations of health — your circadian rhythm, nervous system, and environment


☀️ Why light is your first nutrient, and how sunlight literally powers your biology


 🌞 The truth about how we are literally walking solar panels 


🧴 How to optimise your...


63 // A personal plot twist! 😝 & raising your standards - the bare minimum (or less!) isn't serving you!!
#63
09/27/2025

Hello my angels,

In this ep I share a personal plot twist related to the marathon (I fear I have unlocked a beast now 🤣)


PLUS I chat about a concept that has been brought up around 

🪞 raising your standards

🪞 not settling if you CAN do more

🪞I help you think about where you could raise the bar with certain areas of health 

🪞Going from good > to great

🪞& WHO you are when it comes to your health journey: woman A, B or C?


Let...


62 // Your Health Is Not A Subscription We Can Pause Or Cancel - Why We Need To Choose Consistency Over Convenience
#61
09/19/2025

Your health is a DAILY DEVOTION!!


This is a short and sweet episode just reminding you of the importance of prioritising your health and how you cannot rely on motivation, being "in the mood" or it feeling easy & aligned - to move, nourish, sleep well, manage your stress... all the things


YOUR BODY IS SO CLEVER, AMAZING & SPECIAL!!!

Treat her like that ❤️


This isn't about being PERFECT  (been there done that - share about my health journey here how being "perfect" meant I WAS...


61 // I RAN MY FIRST MARATHON!! Why Running 42km Wasn’t the Hardest Part
09/13/2025

HELLO LOVES!! 


eeee, I did it. I ran my first marathon, IN HAWAII!!


It was so much fun, challenging, but fun 😍


In this ep I give you a recap of the whole day, how I felt before, some challenges I faced, how I navigated them,  how I felt after, & everything in between!! 


Send me a msg on IG @iamsophiekate I'd love to hear whether you are training for your first marathon, done a few, want to get into running or jus...


60 // Creating Healthy Habits Your Way With Fun, Joy & Nourishment with Ashley Dussault
09/05/2025

This episode I got to interview one of my favourite humans, Ashley Dussault from Canada. You will LOVE this ep there is SO much gold & inspo for your earholes


We cover:

✨  Ash's story from how she got into health & fitness, to burning herself out as a fitness instructor, finding holistic health & focusing on nourishment, joy & fulfilment instead


✨ The real reason why Ash is SO positive & optimistic 


✨ The pivotal moments in her past including losing everything in a house fire


✨ 3...


59 // THE TIME HAS COME! + Why I have been SO emotional training for this marathon.
08/30/2025

EEEE! 

As this is released I will be in Hawaii about to do my first marathon!!

Checking in with some final challenges, & sharing my realisations of WHY I have been so emotional on my runs *cue giving past me a huge hug & shedding some tears*

plus... the LAST INITIATION with my body & the next test of trust ❤️


I've loved the journey & can't wait for the after party aka the marathon!!!  

Follow along on IG @iamsophiekate to keep up to date in real time!!


🎧...


58 // BONUS EP! Good Sleep, Holistic Health, Circadian Rhythm & Daily Tweaks that deliver long-term affects w/ Sophie Kate
08/23/2025

This episode is a replay of a podcast I was on recently with Lexy Leigh on The Peace Of Me podcast. 


I got to chat about all the things I am so deeply passionate about, like holistic health, our circadian rhythm - what is it, why it is so important, our light / dark cycles, how to optimise your energy & daily habits & practices to make you feel your best!!!


"Joining the podcast from Australia, my guest Sophie Kate (host of the Optimise podcast) dives into the many ways our environments a...


57 // The Invisble Tech Stress is Real: How to Counterbalance EMFs in Daily Life
#57
08/17/2025

This week I’m chatting about something that impacts all of us — even if we can’t see it, feel it, or notice it in the moment: EMFs (electromagnetic fields), & I get quite fiery and passionate about it 😝

Here’s the wild part… we’re now exposed to 1 billion billion times more EMFs than humans were just 100 years ago. Our bodies haven’t had time to adapt, and all that invisible buzzing from Wi-Fi, phones, AirPods and smart devices (including your Alexa & bluetooth keyboards!!) can leave us feeling anxious, wired but exhausted, foggy, and just off.

We can...


56 // Do THIS One Habit To Make Every Day Feel Like a Good Day
08/10/2025

A VERY quick lil mini episode for you, I was actually out walking a dog if you can hear the birds in the background 🤣


I wanted to share a very easy, very nourishing habit that I ABSOLUTELY LOVE to do at the end of my day to feel more content, fulfilled & that is ESPECIALLY important on the harder days!!!!! 


Dm me on IG @iamsophiekate or take a screenshot of you listening & tag me sharing your 10 good things for the day!!!! 


🎧✨🍋⚡️🌞🪩
 
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IG...


55 // Building Discipline & Changing Your Body with Kayla: Inside Her First Bodybuilding Prep
#54
08/01/2025

In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Cerda, an online strength and physique coach who’s currently deep in prep for her first bodybuilding competition. If you’re someone who’s wanting to change your body shape—or you've ever wondered what it really takes to reach a big physical goal—this one’s for you.

We dive into the truth about effort, discipline, and what actually moves the needle when it comes to body transformation. Kayla gets super honest about why she decided to compete, the biggest mental and physical challenges she's faced, and what thi...


54 // Training For My First Marathon! 5 Weeks To Go! The Lessons, Challenges, Highs & Lows!
07/26/2025

SOOO how is it 5 weeks until I run my first marathon... in HAWAII?!?!?


A little solo catch up episode sharing how the journey has been over the last 20 weeks!!! It has gone so fast but I have loved it!!


Sharing an insight into what I've loved, what I have felt challenged by & all the in between!! 


Are you training for anything?! Let me know in the comments or DM me on IG @iamsophiekate! 


Come and join me on Runna! Cl...


53 // Kaitlyn Menere on Why You Are Self Sabotaging, How To *Actually* Feel & Process Your Emotions, & Why You Want To!
#1
07/19/2025

This episode I am joined by the amazing Kaitlyn Menere (again!), she is a crowd fave & an absolute wizard when it comes to anything related to the nervous system, our mind/body connection, emotions, all the things that help us feel more calm, clear & connected to ourselves.

I APOLOGISE if the audio isn't fab in this ep - dealing with island wifi/internet & thing's not working, plus my internet died at the end so don't mind the quite abrupt ending, Kaitlyn understood the assignment! 🕺🏼

We cover:

✨ What self sab...


52 // My Top Travel Tips Especially for Bali & The Gili Islands! (Packing, Health, Building your Solar Callous for Sun, Mindset & More!)
#52
07/12/2025

Hey fam! In this episode, I’m coming to you straight from Gili (& the beach 🤣), my second home, where I’m staying for a month 🏝✨

Travel is honestly one of my highest values, and let’s just say… this isn’t my first rodeo 🤠

I’ve learned so many lessons from my trips over here (& all my other travel!) & (including packing way too much every. single. time.). 

So I wanted to share some of my biggest travel tips—especially if you’re thinking about coming to Bali or hopping over to the Gili Islands. Please do—it’s deli...


51 // Q+A PART 2: Loving your body but wanting to change it, the weirdest things in our travel bags, What we have googled we shouldn't have + more!
07/05/2025

Q+A PART TWO!

I am currently on a tiny island in Indonesia with one of my besties Amanda so I invited her on the show for this special episode where we asked each other some insightful questions, some juicy Qs but also some absolutely silly & ridiculous ones

In part 2 we talk about:


 🕺🏼 What we do that makes each other feel appreciated

🕺🏼 Our next physical challenges


🕺🏼 Why it’s okay to love your body but want to change it 


🕺🏼 Wh...