Selfdom - podcast cover

Selfdom

Dominique Elissa podcasters.spotify.com
Selfdom is defined as the essence of one's self. I want to share my own journey to help inspire others to live their best life. Life throws you curve balls, and change is inevitable so I hope to help you see how adversity leads to growth, and that you are not alone.
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

Beating Cancer and Creating the Dream Wellness Brand - Sally Obermeder shows us what strength truely means on this weeks episode

On today’s episode I have Sally Obermeder. Sally is the Co-founder of SWIISH, a wellness brand that launched in 2012, a best selling author with her book Green Smoothies still sitting at the top of its category, a TV presenter, an ex pilates teacher, and a mother of 2. Sally has one heck of a story. The day before her first daughter was born, she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, and it was a rare form of cancer. I was lucky enough to hear Sally speak at a Body By Berner event a few mont...

Oct 06, 202440 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Instant Anxiety Relief - The Power of the Breath with Eddie Nelson from Bred

This month for self love Thursdays we have the incredible Eddie Nelson from the Bred. Eddie introduced me to breathwork, and her ability to connect us back to ourselves is really special. We have teamed up to share 4 different types of breath that you can come back to whenever you need. This week Eddie focuses on an instant anxiety relief. Come back to this video as much as you need, I can't wait to hear what you think about these self love episodes!

Oct 02, 20243 min

How weight training can transform your body - Acero Gym Co-founder Amy Castano talks about her weight loss journey, how she created a fitness empire and so much more!

On today’s episode I am joined by fitness world royalty, Amy Castano, co-founder of Acero gym, we are acero. acero drop and booty boost! Acero Gym has become the real “it” spot for training celebrities such as Rita Ora and Richard Brandson, as well as all the top sydney influencers. Amy herself has had a huge journey, starting from a world in business and finance, and ending up with her own fitness empire! Amy’s personal weight loss story losing 24 kilos over the past 6 years is incredible too a...

Sep 29, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Positive self talk meditation - change your mindset in a few minutes.

Take these few minutes to go within, to help find your most authentic self. These meditations have been designed for you to come back and revisit as much as you need. Meditation has been one of the most life changing practices in my life. It's not only improved my state of mind and made me a more positive person, it's improved my health as a whole.

Sep 25, 202410 min

5 Ways to Find Gratitude in Your Life - a deep and personal solo episode

I have recently taken on a new role in my career which has been so rewarding. I haven’t had this feeling before of doing a job and loving it so much that it actually doesn’t feel like work. I have had the honour of teaching gratitude workshops. If you would of said to me 6 years ago that this would be my life, I would of never ever believed it. Gratitude really did save me from my darkest of days. This is why it has become my greatest passion. I have come to realise that by sharing our stories t...

Sep 22, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Holistic skincare and sober curious deep dives with Jess Jackson from Good Living Only

Today is all about our skin! My skin is always it’s best when I am in a stress free period of life combined with using high quality products. Moving towards more natural products when I can has been a priority for me as well! Today’s guest has created a product that not only brightens our complexion and leaves us glowing, but calms our mind as well. Jess Jackson, the founder of sustainable skincare brand Good Living Only is joining me on the mic today. In short, Good Living Only is brand produci...

Sep 15, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Founder of Imbibe Felicity Evans chats skin health, gut health and how she built her Byron Bay based wellness empire.

Today’s episode is all about beauty from within! I am seeing a real shift in women from once beauty representing only makeup, to now seeing it as what we feed ourselves. On today’s episode I have Felicity Evans, the founder of Imbibe. Imbibe is a wellness brand committed to creating products with the best formulations and ingredients to improve our health. Imbibe calls their approach “where science meets beauty”. I learnt so much from Felicity!

Sep 08, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Self-love Thursdays with Mia Labo from Innermst - Find gratitude and presence with this weeks guided meditation.

Our first self-love Thursday episode is here with the amazing Mia Labo from Innermost. These episodes have been designed with the intention for you to revisit again and again. This week is focused on self-love, and finding confidence within yourself. I recommend finding a quiet spot in nature, and just breathing slowly throughout the meditation. I can't wait to hear what you think.

Sep 04, 20247 min

The power of Seed Cycling - helping women restore hormone balance naturally! A deep dive into hormone health, embracing our cycles and more.

Today's episode is all about hormones, and more specifically the power of seed cycling! This is definitely getting some air time on socials at the moment so I am so excited for today’s guest. Sitting next to me is Mel Kovacevic, the founder of The Seed Cycle. I have recently gotten my period back and have been incorporating her seed mixes to my diet and I am loving it! I have noticed a glow in my skin since incorporating her seeds and my digestion feels the best it has in a long time. Mel is als...

Sep 01, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Why we need to know whats in our beauty products! Mukti from Mukti Organics explains the truth in beauty and how to make the right choices when it comes to what we put onto our skin.

Today’s episode is all about natural beauty and why we need to be looking out for what's really in the products we lather on our skin. I couldn’t think of anyone better to discuss with than Mukti. Mukti is the founder of Mukti Organics. Mukti wrote a best selling book Truth in Beauty, which she recently revamped and I have been glued to reading. Not only is it insightful with tips and tricks on how to navigate the beauty industry, it’s written in a way that even us non-science girlies can unders...

Aug 18, 202449 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Jessica Sepel the founder of JShealth dives deep into power of supplements, the negative consequences of fad diets, the sacrifice that comes with owning a global business & more!

Today’s episode is all about the power of nutrition and feeling your best. I feel honoured to have the incredible Jessica Sepel, founder of JSHealth Vitamins on the mic today! I have known Jess for a very long time, she was one of the first wellness experts I followed, she had a blog in 2012 and it feels serendipitous to have her here. Jess’s own wellness journey as well as her nutritional background allowed her to create a product from the heart. The JShealth business and brand has grown into a...

Aug 11, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Body By Berner founder Bernadette Fahey opens up about her business journey, the power of the mind, how she finds balance and so much more

Today I have the Pilates Instructor of Sydney’s elite, Bernie from Body by Berner! Bernie has created an empire with her sold out classes at their flagship Bondi studio. I have been to many of her classes, and your entire body shakes! Bernie wasn’t just an overnight success, she’s put years of hard work to make this happen and I can’t wait to hear her journey and story today. We chat about the importance of connection when starting a business, how PR has played a role in her success, why mindful...

Aug 04, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Solo episode - my favourite healthy treats, my journey off the pill, finding motivation, how to grow your social media following and more!

This week's episode is a solo Q & A. I love recording these and seeing what you guys ask in the question box on the @Selfdom__ instagram account. I dive deep into my experience post pill (it's been around 3 months now!), how I manage sugar cravings, how I built a social media following, ways to find motivation when you're feeling low and so much more. If you love these episodes, make sure to share it on your socials - it really means the world! Also - If you want to purchase one of my gratit...

Jul 28, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Finding balance when it comes to wellness, the power of affirmations and more with Katie Williams

On today’s pod I have Katie Willaims. Katie is a force to be reckoned with, a former australian athlete of the year and world champion sprinter! This is my first time having an athlete on the mic, so I am so excited to learn from this powerhouse. Katie has the brains too with a bachelor of sports and exercise management, as well as a Cetificate 3 in Fitness. I love following her wellness content on her socials because she doesnt just talk the talk, she truely embodies wellness in every single wa...

Jul 21, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 33

A workout is more than just the physical - Leah Simmons from KAAIAA shares her journey and wisdom, our mindset is truely our most valuable resource.

On todays episode I have Leah Simmons, the founder of KAAIAA. Leah is a cerified pilates instructor, personal trainer and kundalini yoga teacher who radiates and shines good health. What makes Leah different to a lot of others in the wellness space is her desire to go beyond just the physcial self, she sees “fit” as the combination of mental, physcial, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. I have been fortunate enough to move and breathe with this powerhouse, and it truely is a life changing experi...

Jul 14, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Changing our relationship with food, finding friends in your late twenties, navigating social media and so much more with Caroline Groth

Todays guest is Caroline Groth, a certified integrative health coach. I have been following Caroline since the early days of Instagram, she has shared her journey with food and mindset, inspiring so many women to live a healthy life. Caroline shares incredible gut healthy recipes that are easy and simple to make, she is also a yogi and exercise enthusiast, as well as a mental health advocate. I always share how important it is to follow people who bring you joy and Carolines content is just that...

Jul 07, 202452 minSeason 1Ep. 31

5 ways I fuel and nourish my body - Solo episode with me.

Today is a solo episode all about nourishment. I have had my ups and downs when it comes to how I fuel my body, but after years of trial and error I finally feel like I am in a really positive and balanced place. I am sharing my own personal experience and tips, and always encourage you to get your lab work done and see a nutritionist, because diet is so bioindividual. A little back story of my own journey when it comes to nourishment, I would always resirct myself and hold off eating for as lon...

Jun 30, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 30

How to get rid of toxins from our bodies with Lymphatic massages. A deep dive into feeling our best with Sophie Dulac, the founder of Forme

Today’s episode is all about lympathic drainage, and more specificaly lympathic drainage massages! I have been obsessed with this detoxing mechanism for a long time but I feel like it’s really having its moment. A Lympathic drainage massage involves a gentle massage focusing on the lympathic system which is part of the immune system. I personally love it because it helps with water retention, my skin gets clearer, my mood is boosted and for its anti-inflammatory properties. Today’s guest is the ...

Jun 23, 202451 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Fashion icon Elle Ferguson chats all things social media, business and why staying authentic has given her longevity in the industry.

Today’s episode is one I am so excited about. Jumping on the mic is Elle Ferguson. I have looked up to her for so many years, she is an icon in the fashion industry, a business owner of the beauty brand ELEFFECT, and is forever inspiring me with all her incredible travels. I pick Elle’s brain on the social media space, starting a beauty brand, her experience of sobriety and more. There is so much to learn from this incredibe woman and I can’t wait to launch this episode.

Jun 16, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 28

How to become your greatest self with Sarah Grynberg, the host of the "A Life of Greatness" podcast

Today’s episode has me absolutey buzzing! Sarah Grynberg, the brains behind the podcast A life of Greatness is a true pioneer in the health and wellness space. Sarah shares her love for story telling by interviewing some of the most influential people. The likes of Robin Sharma, Ester Perel, Andrew Huberman and Doctor Amen just to name a few have been guests on her pod. Sarah herself oozes good energy, and a life of Greatness is one of my personal favourite podcasts. It is such an honour to have...

Jun 09, 202440 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Deep chats with Bella Varelis - How to build a career in social media, the power of the mind on our physical and mental body and such more.

On today’s episode we have the incredible Bella Varelis. Bella is a style icon, sharing her fashion and travel through social media. She also her own fashion label The house of Eve. On todays episode we chat about navigating the high and lows that come with a career in social media, her journey in business, what helped her find her flow when it came to her body and mind and more. I loved this episode because Bella is a good friend of mine, and I loved learning more about her. She is truely inspi...

Jun 02, 202451 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Solo episode - why I stand by the 80/20 rule, my training schedule, body image, my experience post the pill and more

This week I answer your questions! I love doing this type of episode because it's a great way to see what topics you want more of on the pod. Thank you to everyone who wrote in and who supports this growing community! I chat about my experience coming off the birth control pill, how I find routine even when my schedule is super busy, I dive deep into my journey with body image and insomnia and so much more. If you love this type of episode, please share it and subscribe. It truely means the abso...

May 26, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Trust your gut! Carla Oates, the founder of The Beauty Chef chats all things gut and skin on this weeks episode

Today is all about how to find beauty from within. Gut health is such a hot topic in the wellness world at the moment, but today’s guest has been a pioneer in bringing its importance to the forefront. I am so excited to have Carla Oates on the pod today! Carla is the founder of the beauty chef, a wellness brand that is leading the way at brining awareness of the link between beauty, gut health and wellbeing. A little background knowledge on Carla, she worked as the beauty editor foer some Austra...

May 19, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Stop drinking from plastic water bottles! Naturopath Bianca Melas chats all things endocrine disruptors, hormone health and more.

Today is all about natural medicine, how we can heal our gut, balancing our hormones, endocrine disruptors and so much more. As I’ve mentioned before, gut health is something I have struggled with through out my life, and recently getting off the pill has brought some more in-balances so I am very excited for this guest! Todays guest is Bianca Melas. A clinical naturopath and Alo Yoga’s pilates instructor! This girl glows, she oozes kindness too and is just a great role model for women. Watch th...

May 12, 202453 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Navigating dating life to find the one. All things relationships with Tom and I on this weeks episode.

Welcome back to Selfdom beautiful humans. A safe place to learn and get inspired to live your healthiest and most fulfilling life! We have a very special guest this week on Selfdom. It’s my incredible partner in life Tom! This man has many credentials, above all is he the most caring and genuine human on earth. Apart from that he specialises in breathwork, he’s a dedicated meditator, teaches purpose courses as well as created his own community called the elephants. We thought it would be fun to ...

May 05, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 22

I'm going off the pill! All things cycle syncing, hormone health and more with clinical nutritionist Sarah Cooper

Today’s episode is one that I am really excited for, because it aligns to a big change in my life. I have been on birth control for a decade, and for fear of breaking out and other side effects, I haven’t gotten off it. A little bit about my own experience, I was put on the pill when I was 15 and didn’t really have a choice or know much about it. My mum had been on it for majority of her life, and she made me go on it for contraception. At the time the only risks we knew of were potential blood ...

Apr 28, 202446 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Getting into your flow state - what it means and how to do it!

Today’s episode is all about finding your flow state! I discovered this term when I was reading The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler, and have since dived deep into ways to live in flow. I am sure a lot of you are wondering, “Dom what is this flow state?” The term Flow state was created by Mihaly Csikszentmihályi in the 1970s - referring to flow state as being so immersed in the joy of their work or activity “that nothing else seems to matter.” To me it is when you’re living with so much purpo...

Apr 21, 202418 minSeason 1Ep. 20
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android