Therapy Works
Therapy Works
Julia Samuel
Amanda Wakeley on Fashion, Family, and Healing Through Grief
1 hour 14 minutes Posted May 7, 2025 at 12:00 am.
Amanda's Career and Personal Losses
The Challenge of Sibling Loss
Fashion and Personal Identity
The Healing Power of Nature and Pets
The Emotional Toll of Business Closure
Cosy Work from Home and Meeting Luna
The Comfort of Cashmere
Defining Personal Style
Navigating Major Life Transitions
Starting a New Chapter with a Podcast
Dealing with Anxiety and Finding Control
The Healing Power of Nature and Movement
Hypnotherapy and Overcoming Fears
Grieving and Emotional Healing
Embracing New Beginnings and Wisdom
Final Reflections and Tribute to Charlie
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In this episode of the Therapy Works podcast, Amanda Wakeley, OBE, designer, creative director, and multiple award-winner, delves into the profound challenges she faced following the loss of her brother and the end of her eponymous fashion brand. Amanda shares the emotional impact of these significant losses, her process of grieving, and how a new chapter unfolded in her life. She talks about the therapeutic value of her new dog, the importance of nature, and the power of listening to one's gut instinct. Through introspection and resilience, Amanda navigated through her 'fertile void' and rediscovered her purpose, culminating in the launch of her own podcast and a forthcoming style DNA book. The conversation emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, courage, and the joy found in new beginnings.
Find Amanda:
Instagram: @amandawakeley
Website: amandawakeley.com
Podcast: Listen here
Links referenced in episode:
Eugene Gendlin on Focusing: https://focusing.org/sixsteps
Sibling Support: https://www.siblingsupport.co.uk/
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