Welcome back after a longer than intended break.  I’m delighted to introduce you to Andrew Fyfe, Head Chef and Owner at Orrin in Elgin.  In this episode Andrew talks us through his career in the hospitality industry. An industry that has historically been known for its unsociable working hours, challenging conditions and a serious lack of support in the mental health department.    

Andrew is changing the face of hospitality in his home town of Elgin in the North of Scotland with the experience and lessons he’s learned along the way.  

This is an incredible powerful episode, which at points is brutally honest.  

 You’ll find all the details for Orrin in the following places 

https://instagram.com/orrinrestaurant?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  

https://www.orrinrestaurant.com/

So here it is - my own story or at least a snap shot of it.

In this episode I talk about a few topics that may trigger some people. These topics include panic attacks, PND, anxiety, miscarriage and also Alzheimer’s.

11 years ago I was placed on a path I had never intended to travel but that path has lead me to the most beautiful, full and happy life. There is no part of it I would change and the best part….. I get to continue writing the chapters any way I like.

Special thank you to the ever lovely Sarah Gear for interviewing me for this episode - her voice is like liquid velvet.

This is a long episode - a bit of a commitment so if you’re listening until the end - thank you! 

Please share this episode with anyone you think it may help or benefit to hear.

The page I talk about on Facebook is still there is you want to check out any of my writing. It’s called Discovering Lou.

Delighted to introduce you to the lovely Stephanie Foster, although if you’re on Instagram you will know her as Cowgirl of Cragganvallie.  Steph is a straight talking, real and genuine girl. I love chatting with her.  She is a huge supporter of women being able to do and have it all. 

In this episode we chat all things highland cows, lambing, self care and why we will always put our own needs first - or at least try to. Steph will leave you feeling inspired to become the person you were put here to be.

Enjoy

In episode 3 I give you Jase Donaldson. Jase is a coach at the amazing AKR Gym in Aberdeen and spends his days helping those around him achieve incredible things.

One of the most caring and considerate coaches I have ever had the pleasure of working with. 
Warning - he will having you feeling like you can do anything you set your mind to. 

Jase’s take on why we should all maintain a level of fitness is one of the things I love most about this episode.

You’ll find him over on Instagram jase_donaldson and you can also check out akr_fitness
Enjoy 😊

I am so excited to share with you my good friend and incredible human Sarah Gear.  Sarah is a mindfulness coach and quite possibly the most calming person on the planet.  In this episode we chat all things mental health, what Sarah teaches and some lovely wee stories thrown in from our own lives.

You can find Sarah on both Instagram and Facebook under Mindfulness Stonehaven.

Welcome to episode 1 of Discovering Lou, my brand new podcast where I speak to interesting and inspirational people I've crossed paths with in my life.

First up is Dave Griffiths. Dave is the man behind Avo, The Backyard Beach collective and Staxx Aberdeen.  He has a big vision for Aberdeen that is completely inspiring. 

On this first episode we chat about how Avo came about, what they achieved in a very short space of time, the obstacles they overcame and how the pandemic forced a positive shift in how we view everything local.