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Living Life Differently

Living Life Differently

Written by: Ali Mahoney
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Feeling stuck and dreaming of a different life?

You're not alone — and you're in the right place.

I'm Ali Mahoney, and on Living Life Differently, I talk to women from around the world who’ve dared to break free from the conventional. From moving to France in a £400 ex-builder's van to living as a bicycle nomad, every guest shares real, raw stories of transformation.

If you're ready to be inspired — and maybe take that leap yourself — tune in for honest conversations, fresh perspectives, and powerful encouragement.

Want personal support on your journey? Visit livinglifedifferently.com to learn about my mentoring programmes.


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Podcast intro / outro music by Kevin MacLeod | Open Those Bright Eyes | https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4171-open-those-bright-eyes/

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  • EP21 - Kate Bennett-Brown - From Burnout to Ocean Life
    Jan 5 2026

    Kate's future was mapped out from a young age as she aspired to be a Doctor. After reaching the point of starting her surgical training, she experienced burnout.

    This made her stop in her tracks, take time out from her employment and really think about what she wanted to do next.

    What lay ahead was a completely new life; a life far removed from the stresses and strains of life in a busy London hospital as she made the decision to focus on starting a new life in Portugal whilst still being able to work on her own business.

    To follow Kate, find her here:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katebennettbrown

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katebennettbrown


    To connect with me and find out more about Living Life Differently then follow my social media channels or visit my website:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livinglifedifferentlypodcast

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livinglifedifferently

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LivingLifeDifferently

    Website: https://livinglifedifferently.com



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/living-life-differently/donations
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    54 mins
  • EP20 - Morag Sjolin - From Scotland to Sommelier
    Dec 1 2025

    How does a Scottish woman go from classroom teacher to certified Sommelier, carving out a brand-new life in the wine world?

    In this episode, Morag takes us on a journey that’s anything but ordinary. From moving abroad and navigating new cultures, to stepping into motherhood, to building a career in education before making a bold pivot into her true passion — wine — her story is one of curiosity, courage, and reinvention.

    We also dive into a deeply personal chapter: the health scare that forced her to pause, reassess, and redefine what really matters. Her honesty and perspective will leave you thinking about your own path, and what might be possible if you let yourself explore new places and new versions of you.

    It’s an inspiring, heart-warming conversation — I hope you love it as much as I did.

    To connect with me and find out more about Living Life Differently then follow my social media channels or visit my website:

    Website

    Facebook

    Instagram

    TikTok

    YouTube



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/living-life-differently/donations
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    57 mins
  • EP19 - Helen Neave - From the Health Service to Rewilding
    Nov 3 2025

    Helen once had a thriving career as a Consultant Surgeon and Senior Leader in the NHS — but a love of nature led her down an entirely different path.

    In 2010, she and her husband bought a 26-acre field and began transforming it into a thriving wild haven — planting 20,000 trees, sowing wildflowers, digging ponds, and creating homes for birds and bats.

    Then, during a summer picnic in 2017, one spontaneous conversation sparked an idea: what if they could do this full-time? That moment led to the birth of Make it Wild, a rewilding business that now helps individuals and companies across the UK boost biodiversity and reconnect with nature.

    In this episode, Helen shares her inspiring journey from surgeon to rewilding entrepreneur — and what it really means to live a life that gives back.

    You can follow Helen and Make it Wild here:

    Website

    Facebook

    Instagram

    TikTok

    YouTube

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    To connect with me and find out more about Living Life Differently then follow my social media channels or visit my website:

    Website

    Facebook

    Instagram

    TikTok

    YouTube



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/living-life-differently/donations
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    58 mins
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