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On this week’s Brave New Girls podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sarah Kate Kiriliuk—a leading non-alcoholic drinks expert and the founder of Some Good Clean Fun, a media platform celebrating wellness and sober living.
Sarah shared openly about her daily struggles: burnout, perimenopause, sugar cravings, and the constant juggling act of being a working mother and entrepreneur. Her wellbeing is a work-in-progress, which she navigates with self-awareness and a fierce commitment to living life with more clarity and less overwhelm.
Like many women, Sarah found herself pushed to the brink. A self-described workaholic, she hit a wall in late 2023- burned out, depleted, and unable to continue at the same pace. It was during this time that she discovered Human Design, a system that helped her understand her natural energy flow. As a “Projector,” she realised she wasn’t built to hustle constantly. Instead, she began to redefine what productivity and purpose looked like on her own terms.
She also credits a few key tools with helping her rebalance: magnesium bisglycinate to curb sugar cravings and support sleep, vitamin D to help lift mood, and a weekly early-morning walk with friends. These gentle but intentional habits became non-negotiables in her routine.
Sarah’s story is a reminder that growth doesn’t come from pushing harder. It comes from pausing, listening, and choosing again. From letting go of outdated beliefs- like productivity equals worth, or alcohol equals joy- and growing new ones that better serve who we are now.
Wellbeing is not about doing everything perfectly- it’s about responding to your needs honestly. And remembering that growth often starts in discomfort. Whether you’re dealing with hormonal shifts, career burnout, or shifting habits around alcohol, there is a way forward. And it begins with small, nourishing steps.
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Ten Actionable Steps for Building Wellbeing
Start your day with sunlight and hydration
A glass of lemon water and 10 minutes of natural light can boost mood and reset your circadian rhythm.Set boundaries around work time
Ask yourself: “Is this sustainable?” Just because you can keep going doesn’t mean you should.Experiment with magnesium
Sarah found magnesium bisglycinate helped her sleep better and reduced sugar cravings—check with a health professional to find what works for you.Walk with a friend
Sarah’s Tuesday 6am walks aren’t just exercise- they’re community, accountability, and joy. Create a ritual you look forward to.Ditch all-or-nothing thinking
Progress doesn’t need to be perfect. If you’re 80% consistent with your habits, you’re growing.Find a functional drink you love
Swap your evening wine for kava, adaptogen teas, or a mocktail with reishi. It’s about pleasure, not deprivation.Rest before you burn out
Listen to your body before it screams. Rest is productive. Full stop.Try Human Design or another reflective tool
Understanding how you’re wired can be a game-changer for self-compassion and lifestyle alignment.Journal when emotions feel too loud
You don’t have to love it. You just have to write what’s real. It helps shift stuck feelings and clarify thought.Surround yourself with people who get it
Whether in real life or online, community matters. Find your brave new crew.
Sarah Kate Kiriliuk reminds us that growth is about listening to our needs, not pushing through them.
If you have worries around life’s juggles & health challenges, and want to grow a healthier, happier, more creative life, work with your Wellbeing Coach Lou Hamilton who will guide you through the steps you need to take, to get to where you want to be- living well on a well planet.
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