Your story with Ella: Real life, real people, real stories

Ashleigh joins the pod to share her journey with alcohol, from how it shaped her life to the incredible transformation she’s made in sobriety.Now a sobriety coach, Ashleigh has transformed her life and I couldn’t be prouder. If you have a story please get in touch 🫶 https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

The incredible Violet joined the pod to share her journey of living with ARFID, advocating for disabled young people, and her unwavering determination. We also chat about her love for horse riding, her relationship, and the friendships that have shaped her.Violet's insta- https://www.instagram.com/violet_photography_2024/?hl=en-gbReach out to me here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the wonderful Fi joins me to share her remarkable story, one of finding purpose through pain and becoming the best version of herself. A truly inspiring woman whose strength, resilience, and heart shine through every part of her journey.Fi's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/team_firaisingcancerawareness/?hl=en-gbHave a story to share, get in touch with me here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

Charlotte joins the podcast to share her inspiring story about her split liver transplant and the incredible selflessness of her donor and their family.Because of their difficult and deeply personal decision, Charlotte was given the gift of life, a choice that saved not only her but also a little girl who received the other half of the liver. Together, their transplant journey is a powerful testament to hope, generosity, and the life-changing impact of organ donation.Charlotte's insta- https://www.instagram.com/immuno.un.suppressed/?hl=en-gbHave a story to share, get in touch here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

**Trigger warning- conversation about a suicide attempt*This week on the pod, the courageous and inspiring Madelyn joins us to share her story of surviving a suicide attempt. It's an honest, powerful conversation aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding mental health.I'm incredibly proud of Madelyn for her bravery and openness.Madelyn's insta- https://www.instagram.com/maddawgg_12/?hl=en-gbHave a story to share, get in touch on insta- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

This World Suicide Prevention Day, Jen joins the podcast to share the story of her husband, Casey. After a long struggle with BPD, Casey tragically lost his life to suicide. With courage and honesty, Jen speaks out to break the stigma and shame surrounding mental illness, sharing her story to help others find understanding, hope, and connection. An incredible woman xJen's insta- https://www.instagram.com/brass___clan/Have a story to share? Reach out on insta- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/

This National Grief Awareness Day, I am joined by grief coach, Sweta, to talk all about her personal grief journey, her remarkable career and very important book- The Loss That Binds Us xSweta's insta- https://www.instagram.com/swetavikram/?hl=en-gbHer book- https://www.amazon.com/Loss-That-Binds-Us-Coping/dp/1615997997/Have a story to share? Get in touch here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

In this part, Laura talks about the aftermath of losing Ed, therapy, her incredible advocacy work alongside fellow widow Gabby and their joint podcast to raise further awareness.I am so grateful and honoured that Laura felt she could share Ed's story with me.PLEASE SIGN THE PETITION- https://www.change.org/p/make-full-health-mots-mandatory-for-people-aged-25-35-to-detect-silent-conditions-early?utm_source=National-media&utm_campaign=HealthMOTs&utm_content=Health-healthcare&utm_term=1000+&utm_medium=National-petitionLaura's insta- https://www.instagram.com/lauras_life2014/?hl=en-gbHave a story to share? Get in touch here- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb

The incredible Laura joined the pod to share the truly heartbreaking story of losing her wonderful husband, Ed and becoming a widow in her early thirties. What should have been a magical year following their wedding turned into unimaginable tragedy and heartbreak. Laura’s resilience, courage, and strength are nothing short of remarkable.

Part 2 of Gabrielle's story xGabrielle's insta- https://www.instagram.com/gabrielletattersall/?hl=en-gbHave a story to share, please get in touch- https://www.instagram.com/yourstorywithella/?hl=en-gb