Dee Mani is a Natural Health Consultant, bestselling author and founder of the award-winning My Way CBD. Beginning her career in the pharmaceutical industry before moving into senior corporate leadership, Dee gained valuable insight into conventional healthcare before embarking on a very different path following her own breast cancer diagnosis in 2017. Determined to better understand the body beyond conventional treatment alone, she immersed herself in the study of nutrition, lifestyle medicine and natural health. What began as a personal journey evolved into a lifelong mission to help others better understand the many factors that influence health and wellbeing. Today, Dee combines her professional background with years of independent research to educate and empower people on topics including nutrition, inflammation, gut health, environmental toxins, the endocannabinoid system and the role of lifestyle in supporting long-term health. Her approach encourages critical thinking, informed decision-making and a proactive approach to wellbeing. As founder of the award-winning My Way CBD, Dee has built a wellness brand centred on quality, transparency and education. Rather than simply offering products, her mission has always been to provide honest, evidence-informed information that enables people to make confident choices about their health. As the bestselling author of My Way. Following the Cancer Brick Road, Dee shares both her personal experiences and the knowledge she has gained throughout her career to inspire others to take greater ownership of their health. Through her writing, speaking engagements and educational resources, she continues to empower people around the world to make informed decisions and embrace a more proactive approach to long-term wellbeing. Dee Mani Senior Level Executive Contributor Natural Health Consultant, Best-Selling Author & Founder, My Way CBD Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Dee Mani Natural Health Consultant, Best-Selling Author & Founder, My Way CBD Dee Mani is a Natural Health Consultant, bestselling author and founder of the award-winning My Way CBD. Beginning her career in the pharmaceutical industry before moving into senior corporate leadership, Dee gained valuable insight into conventional healthcare before embarking on a very different path following her own breast cancer diagnosis in 2017. Determined to better understand the body beyond conventional treatment alone, she immersed herself in the study of nutrition, lifestyle medicine and natural health. What began as a personal journey evolved into a lifelong mission to help others better understand the many factors that influence health and wellbeing. Today, Dee combines her professional background with years of independent research to educate and empower people on topics including nutrition, inflammation, gut health, environmental toxins, the endocannabinoid system and the role of lifestyle in supporting long-term health. Her approach encourages critical thinking, informed decision-making and a proactive approach to wellbeing. As founder of the award-winning My Way CBD, Dee has built a wellness brand centred on quality, transparency and education. Rather than simply offering products, her mission has always been to provide honest, evidence-informed information that enables people to make confident choices about their health. As the bestselling author of My Way. Following the Cancer Brick Road, Dee shares both her personal experiences and the knowledge she has gained throughout her career to inspire others to take greater ownership of their health. Through her writing, speaking engagements and educational resources, she continues to empower people around the world to make informed decisions and embrace a more proactive approach to long-term wellbeing. All articles Health & Wellness Your Body is Talking, Are You Actually Listening? We have become incredibly good at silencing our bodies, which has somehow become the norm. A headache appears, so we take something for it. We get acid reflux, so we suppress the acid. We can’t sleep, so we... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness From Ashwagandha to Ayahuasca: The Plant Medicine We Were Taught to Forget What if one of the greatest resources we have for human health has been growing around us all along? Long before pharmacies, prescription pads, and laboratories existed, humans looked to the natural... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness The One Thing Every Cancer Patient Deserves A cancer diagnosis has a way of dividing your life into two chapters: before cancer and after cancer. One moment you're making plans for the future, worrying about everyday life and thinking about... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness What If Cancer Begins Long Before the Tumour? Most people believe cancer begins the day a tumour is discovered. A doctor walks into the room, confirms the diagnosis, and in a single moment, life changes forever. From that point on, everything... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Everyone Got Cannabis Wrong and It Cost More Lives Than You Think For decades, cannabis was framed as a dangerous “gateway drug,” blamed for leading people toward addiction, dysfunction, and harder substances. This article challenges that narrative by exploring the deeper... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness The 3 Things They Lied to You About and the Truth Behind the Myths of Sun, Salt, and Fat There was a time when people didn’t fear sunlight, didn’t count grains of salt, and didn’t panic over a bit of butter. And strangely enough, people weren’t as sick as they are today. Obesity wasn’t normal... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Dee Mani Natural Health Consultant, Best-Selling Author & Founder, My Way CBD The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. 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Katharina is a 37-year-old holistic metabolic coach, multi-entrepreneur, and mother of two.   After years of restrictive dieting and a long period of veganism that negatively impacted her thyroid health, she developed a practical approach to health that focuses on supporting the metabolism rather than fighting the body. Her work is centered on energy optimization, sustainable routines, and real-life strategies that fit into a demanding lifestyle.   As a CFO and mother, Katharina does not try to eliminate stress — she works with it. She focuses on tools that help the body and mind function better under pressure: proper fuel, sunlight, minerals, breathwork, posture, recovery, and consistent daily habits. Her philosophy is simple: health without restriction, and high performance without burnout.   Through her platform @holistichealth.kath, she shares actionable insights for both women and men who want to improve their energy, hormones, and overall resilience while managing the responsibilities of business, family, and everyday life. Her goal is to help people become the best version of themselves — not by doing more, but by supporting their system moreKD Katharina Kostjuk Panzarella Executive Contributor Holistic Metabolic Coach & Multi-Entrepreneur Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Katharina Kostjuk Panzarella Holistic Metabolic Coach & Multi-Entrepreneur Katharina is a 37-year-old holistic metabolic coach, multi-entrepreneur, and mother of two. After years of restrictive dieting and a long period of veganism that negatively impacted her thyroid health, she developed a practical approach to health that focuses on supporting the metabolism rather than fighting the body. Her work is centered on energy optimization, sustainable routines, and real-life strategies that fit into a demanding lifestyle. As a CFO and mother, Katharina does not try to eliminate stress — she works with it. She focuses on tools that help the body and mind function better under pressure: proper fuel, sunlight, minerals, breathwork, posture, recovery, and consistent daily habits. Her philosophy is simple: health without restriction, and high performance without burnout. Through her platform @holistichealth.kath, she shares actionable insights for both women and men who want to improve their energy, hormones, and overall resilience while managing the responsibilities of business, family, and everyday life. Her goal is to help people become the best version of themselves — not by doing more, but by supporting their system moreKD All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Katharina Kostjuk Panzarella Holistic Metabolic Coach & Multi-Entrepreneur The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Katharina Kostjuk Panzarella Holistic Metabolic Coach & Multi-Entrepreneur Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Elsa Morgan is the visionary CEO and Founder of "The Queenie Effect," a transformative women empowerment company. With a robust career spanning over two decades in professional sales across the Travel and Logistics industries, Elsa has held pivotal roles from Business Development to National Product Manager for Australia and New Zealand at a global logistics firm, successfully contracting over $100 million in sales. In addition to her extensive experience in traditional industries, Elsa has thrived in the online business arena for more than nine years, where she has adeptly launched and scaled multiple six-figure enterprises. In 2021, she founded "The Queenie Effect" to empower women globally, alongside her own coaching program that is rapidly scaling towards seven-figure annual revenues. Elsa's areas of expertise include launching and scaling six-figure businesses, emphasizing the importance of consistency in business practices, and excelling in branding, marketing, and sales. Her impressive portfolio includes publishing three best-selling multi-author books in the "Unstoppable" series, achieving bestseller status in over 53 categories. Her solo book, "Rich Habits," tailored for women in business, also garnered bestseller status on Amazon. An accomplished speaker, Elsa has shared her insights and experiences on numerous virtual and physical stages from 2018 to 2024, and she is a featured speaker at the prestigious Top 100 Women in Power Event. Her personal philosophy, "Go Messy," reflects her belief in taking bold, imperfect action to achieve success. Currently, Elsa is dedicated to authoring a series of books aimed at elevating and equipping women in business with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. She is also planning her first major event in the USA, set to take place later in 2024. Elsa's academic journey includes 3.5 years of a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Economics, which she pursued before entering the workforce. Outside of her professional endeavors, Elsa is an avid traveler, passionate about exploring new destinations and cultures. She enjoys reading, particularly autobiographies and loves cooking and experimenting with new dishes. With her diverse background, entrepreneurial spirit, and unwavering commitment to empowering women, Elsa Morgan is a compelling and inspiring figure in the global business community. Elsa Morgan Executive Contributor The Queenie Effect Pty Ltd Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Elsa Morgan The Queenie Effect Pty Ltd Elsa Morgan is the visionary CEO and Founder of "The Queenie Effect," a transformative women empowerment company. With a robust career spanning over two decades in professional sales across the Travel and Logistics industries, Elsa has held pivotal roles from Business Development to National Product Manager for Australia and New Zealand at a global logistics firm, successfully contracting over $100 million in sales. In addition to her extensive experience in traditional industries, Elsa has thrived in the online business arena for more than nine years, where she has adeptly launched and scaled multiple six-figure enterprises. In 2021, she founded "The Queenie Effect" to empower women globally, alongside her own coaching program that is rapidly scaling towards seven-figure annual revenues. Elsa's areas of expertise include launching and scaling six-figure businesses, emphasizing the importance of consistency in business practices, and excelling in branding, marketing, and sales. Her impressive portfolio includes publishing three best-selling multi-author books in the "Unstoppable" series, achieving bestseller status in over 53 categories. Her solo book, "Rich Habits," tailored for women in business, also garnered bestseller status on Amazon. An accomplished speaker, Elsa has shared her insights and experiences on numerous virtual and physical stages from 2018 to 2024, and she is a featured speaker at the prestigious Top 100 Women in Power Event. Her personal philosophy, "Go Messy," reflects her belief in taking bold, imperfect action to achieve success. Currently, Elsa is dedicated to authoring a series of books aimed at elevating and equipping women in business with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. She is also planning her first major event in the USA, set to take place later in 2024. Elsa's academic journey includes 3.5 years of a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Economics, which she pursued before entering the workforce. Outside of her professional endeavors, Elsa is an avid traveler, passionate about exploring new destinations and cultures. She enjoys reading, particularly autobiographies and loves cooking and experimenting with new dishes. With her diverse background, entrepreneurial spirit, and unwavering commitment to empowering women, Elsa Morgan is a compelling and inspiring figure in the global business community. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Elsa Morgan The Queenie Effect Pty Ltd The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Elsa Morgan The Queenie Effect Pty Ltd Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Teekwa Scarborough is a leader in the virtual assistant industry and empowers single women through her singles ministry embracing your season of singles. Having a baby at 19 was not her plan, but through the struggle, trials, and tribulation, she did not let it stop her from pursuing Bachelor's degree. She has maintained that drive and hunger, which has enabled her to launch PowerPro Assistants, a virtual assistant agency, and coaching women under this umbrella. She has empowered 100s of women from different countries to start, grow and launch their businesses. Teekwa said, “starting the business is the easy part, but growing and establishing yourself in the industry is challenging.” Therefore, her organization's main objective is to have a memorable, life-changing experience that will be talked about for years. Teekwa Scarborough Executive Contributor Business Christian Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Teekwa Scarborough Business Christian Coach Teekwa Scarborough is a leader in the virtual assistant industry and empowers single women through her singles ministry embracing your season of singles. Having a baby at 19 was not her plan, but through the struggle, trials, and tribulation, she did not let it stop her from pursuing Bachelor's degree. She has maintained that drive and hunger, which has enabled her to launch PowerPro Assistants, a virtual assistant agency, and coaching women under this umbrella. She has empowered 100s of women from different countries to start, grow and launch their businesses. Teekwa said, “starting the business is the easy part, but growing and establishing yourself in the industry is challenging.” Therefore, her organization's main objective is to have a memorable, life-changing experience that will be talked about for years. All articles Business Benefits To Hire A Virtual Assistant For Your Business & Why You Should Start Now If you are an entrepreneur looking for more time to get your business up and running, then hiring a virtual assistant might be the answer. READ ARTICLE Business The 9 Top Tools I Use In My Virtual Assistant Business Virtual assistants need to use the right tools to succeed in their job. The most important tool for a VA is a good computer READ ARTICLE Business The Top Niching Strategies To Expand Your Virtual Assistant Services And Grow Your Business Written by: Teekwa Scarborough, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Business The Complete Guide To Starting A Virtual Assistant Business As A Christian Written by: Teekwa Scarborough, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Business Pros & Cons Of Being A Virtual Assistant: Financial Independence, Time Savings & Changing Lifestyles Written by: Teekwa Scarborough, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Teekwa Scarborough Business Christian Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Teekwa Scarborough Business Christian Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Melissa Owens, ACC, MBA, Certified Genos Emotional Intelligence Practitioner Executive Coach | Career Development Strategist | Emotional Intelligence & Well-being Expert Melissa Owens, ACC, MBA, is an Executive Coach and expert in well-being, dedicated to helping leaders overcome burnout and achieve balance. With an MBA and an ICF certification, she specializes in empowering new and seasoned executives to thrive both personally and professionally. Melissa integrates emotional intelligence, leadership, and wellness practices to help clients elevate their impact and drive sustainable success. As the founder of WellEquippedLeadership.com, Melissa’s mission is to create healthier, more resilient leaders who are equipped with the tools to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her coaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that well-being is essential for long-term leadership success. In her work as a health coach, she learned that no diet, exercise, or self-care regimen would heal a person from a toxic job. If we wanted healthier people in the world, we needed more of them in leadership positions. Melissa helps clients cultivate a strong foundation of health and resilience in order to navigate the pressures of high-level roles. Melissa’s journey into coaching began with her personal experience as a stay-at-home mom raising five children. She knows firsthand what burnout looks and feels like and understands the struggle of balancing the demands of family life with the need to prioritize personal health and well-being. This personal experience has shaped her passion for helping others avoid burnout and achieve a healthy balance in both their personal and professional lives. With a deep background in leadership development and career coaching, Melissa has worked with over 60 Executive MBAs across industries. She draws from her extensive experience in executive coaching, emotional intelligence, and holistic health to craft tailored strategies that support career growth while maintaining personal well-being. Melissa’s approach empowers leaders to balance their professional achievements with their personal health, enabling them to lead with authenticity and impact. Melissa’s coaching practice is designed for new and seasoned executives who want to lead with a culture of well-being and cultivate a team of emotionally intelligent leaders equipped with the skills to combat burnout and elevate their performance. Melissa Owens Executive Contributor Executive Well-being Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Melissa Owens Executive Well-being Coach Melissa Owens, ACC, MBA, Certified Genos Emotional Intelligence Practitioner Executive Coach | Career Development Strategist | Emotional Intelligence & Well-being Expert Melissa Owens, ACC, MBA, is an Executive Coach and expert in well-being, dedicated to helping leaders overcome burnout and achieve balance. With an MBA and an ICF certification, she specializes in empowering new and seasoned executives to thrive both personally and professionally. Melissa integrates emotional intelligence, leadership, and wellness practices to help clients elevate their impact and drive sustainable success. As the founder of WellEquippedLeadership.com, Melissa’s mission is to create healthier, more resilient leaders who are equipped with the tools to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her coaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that well-being is essential for long-term leadership success. In her work as a health coach, she learned that no diet, exercise, or self-care regimen would heal a person from a toxic job. If we wanted healthier people in the world, we needed more of them in leadership positions. Melissa helps clients cultivate a strong foundation of health and resilience in order to navigate the pressures of high-level roles. Melissa’s journey into coaching began with her personal experience as a stay-at-home mom raising five children. She knows firsthand what burnout looks and feels like and understands the struggle of balancing the demands of family life with the need to prioritize personal health and well-being. This personal experience has shaped her passion for helping others avoid burnout and achieve a healthy balance in both their personal and professional lives. With a deep background in leadership development and career coaching, Melissa has worked with over 60 Executive MBAs across industries. She draws from her extensive experience in executive coaching, emotional intelligence, and holistic health to craft tailored strategies that support career growth while maintaining personal well-being. Melissa’s approach empowers leaders to balance their professional achievements with their personal health, enabling them to lead with authenticity and impact. Melissa’s coaching practice is designed for new and seasoned executives who want to lead with a culture of well-being and cultivate a team of emotionally intelligent leaders equipped with the skills to combat burnout and elevate their performance. All articles Leadership Your Brain Is the Bottleneck – Why Executive Performance Starts in the Nervous System In today’s fast-paced business world, leadership performance often hinges on an unseen, yet powerful factor, the nervous system. High-performing leaders may find themselves pushing through... READ ARTICLE Mindset From Wishing to Watching – The Gift We Really Need This Season As the holidays approach, many of us find ourselves wishing for things to feel a certain way. We wish for more peace. We wish for more connection. We wish for rest, magic, meaning, and moments that... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Leading With Emotional Intelligence and Well Being – Exclusive Interview with Melissa Owens Melissa Owens is an Executive Coach and expert in well-being, dedicated to helping leaders overcome burnout and achieve balance. With an MBA and an ICF certification, she specializes in empowering... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Melissa Owens Executive Well-being Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Melissa Owens Executive Well-being Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Lushea Taylor is the Founder of Lushea Counselling Care Therapy, a specialist counselling service dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing hoarding behaviours and associated emotional and mental health challenges. A qualified, registered, and accredited counsellor with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Lushea works primarily from a person-centred approach, offering a compassionate, empathic, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. For over three years, Lushea has specialised in supporting individuals living with clutter difficulties and hoarding-related behaviours. Her work recognises that hoarding is rarely just about possessions alone. Often rooted in deeper emotional experiences such as trauma, anxiety, attachment difficulties, grief, depression, low self-worth, and relationship struggles, Lushea’s approach focuses on understanding the individual beyond the visible environment. Through culturally competent and accessible therapy, Lushea aims to create emotionally safe spaces where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and respected. Rather than focusing solely on clearing clutter, therapy explores the emotional meanings attached to possessions, identity, relationships, and lived experiences that may contribute to overwhelm, shame, isolation, and disconnection. What makes Lushea’s work particularly meaningful is the personal journey that led her into counselling. Before training as a counsellor, she was herself a client, working through the emotional impact of growing up in a home affected by severe clutter that was not created by herself but by a parental figure. Living within an environment of stress, loneliness, sadness, and emotional suffocation deeply shaped her understanding of the psychological impact clutter can have on individuals and families. " Now that I 'am able to look back into my child hood experiences, and understand even further background to various dysfunctions in my own family- it all makes sense where compassion meets recovery & why it may seem to others inside the family Im the odd one out, more so because she found her voice". Year 2020, March, COVID lockdown is where her experience of living in a building up and eventually living in a hoarding environment whilst in the last year of University really took a huge mental health turn. Many emotional events made up the word ' Stress'. But the results of stress lead to deep sadness, emotionally drained, feeling iscolated,sleepless nights, low moods and unmotivated it was a hurdle just to inform University of my struggles- pride and always used to not tell " your family business to strangers" but it needed to be done as exams and last assignments were at its peak.   Therapy became a turning point in her life, helping her process difficult experiences whilst discovering a sense of healing, freedom, and purpose. Witnessing denial from her parental figure within the family home and carrying emotional burdens she did not create, inspired Lushea to support others facing similar struggles with compassion and without judgement. Building upon her Bachelors Science Degree Honours) ( In Psychology) and Teaching and Learning in Education qualfications -Evening classes ( whilst working full time) combined with placements working from level 3 to Level 6 in Psychotherapy Counselling was my calling of doing what she does now. Today, Lushea continues to advocate for greater understanding of hoarding behaviours, early intervention, and accessible person-centred mental health support within communities. Furthermore, " I do believe empowering, one step at a time can lead to lasting change for the soul". Lushea Taylor Executive Contributor Person Centred Counsellor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Lushea Taylor Person Centred Counsellor Lushea Taylor is the Founder of Lushea Counselling Care Therapy, a specialist counselling service dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing hoarding behaviours and associated emotional and mental health challenges. A qualified, registered, and accredited counsellor with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Lushea works primarily from a person-centred approach, offering a compassionate, empathic, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. For over three years, Lushea has specialised in supporting individuals living with clutter difficulties and hoarding-related behaviours. Her work recognises that hoarding is rarely just about possessions alone. Often rooted in deeper emotional experiences such as trauma, anxiety, attachment difficulties, grief, depression, low self-worth, and relationship struggles, Lushea’s approach focuses on understanding the individual beyond the visible environment. Through culturally competent and accessible therapy, Lushea aims to create emotionally safe spaces where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and respected. Rather than focusing solely on clearing clutter, therapy explores the emotional meanings attached to possessions, identity, relationships, and lived experiences that may contribute to overwhelm, shame, isolation, and disconnection. What makes Lushea’s work particularly meaningful is the personal journey that led her into counselling. Before training as a counsellor, she was herself a client, working through the emotional impact of growing up in a home affected by severe clutter that was not created by herself but by a parental figure. Living within an environment of stress, loneliness, sadness, and emotional suffocation deeply shaped her understanding of the psychological impact clutter can have on individuals and families. " Now that I 'am able to look back into my child hood experiences, and understand even further background to various dysfunctions in my own family- it all makes sense where compassion meets recovery & why it may seem to others inside the family Im the odd one out, more so because she found her voice". Year 2020, March, COVID lockdown is where her experience of living in a building up and eventually living in a hoarding environment whilst in the last year of University really took a huge mental health turn. Many emotional events made up the word ' Stress'. But the results of stress lead to deep sadness, emotionally drained, feeling iscolated,sleepless nights, low moods and unmotivated it was a hurdle just to inform University of my struggles- pride and always used to not tell " your family business to strangers" but it needed to be done as exams and last assignments were at its peak. Therapy became a turning point in her life, helping her process difficult experiences whilst discovering a sense of healing, freedom, and purpose. Witnessing denial from her parental figure within the family home and carrying emotional burdens she did not create, inspired Lushea to support others facing similar struggles with compassion and without judgement. Building upon her Bachelors Science Degree Honours) ( In Psychology) and Teaching and Learning in Education qualfications -Evening classes ( whilst working full time) combined with placements working from level 3 to Level 6 in Psychotherapy Counselling was my calling of doing what she does now. Today, Lushea continues to advocate for greater understanding of hoarding behaviours, early intervention, and accessible person-centred mental health support within communities. Furthermore, " I do believe empowering, one step at a time can lead to lasting change for the soul". All articles Society Giving Voice to the Unheard and Leading Person-Centred Counselling in Hoarding The moment NM stated, “My son said when she’s gone, just chuck all of her stuff away,” was the moment I became a person-centred counselor. The client’s emotional blanket of once feeling safe.. READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Why Hoarding is About Emotional Pain Not Possessions – Interview with Lushea Taylor In this interview, Lushea Taylor, a person-centred counsellor and founder of Lushea Counselling Care Therapy, shares both her professional insight and lived experience of growing up in a hoarded home... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Lushea Taylor Person Centred Counsellor The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Lushea Taylor Person Centred Counsellor Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Christi Barbour is creative visionary who understands how to harness the emotional impact inherent in design to create more meaningful spaces. She sees ahead of the curve, defining a new way to think about how we live and work in houses and buildings. Christi has crafted both workplace cultures and spaces that inspire and uplift, changing the dynamic for interiors and design. She is a Founder and Partner in Barbour Spangle, a multi-disciplinary interior design firm that offers creative exploration for commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects. Christi Barbour Executive Contributor Creative Visionary and Design Futurist Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Christi Barbour Creative Visionary and Design Futurist Christi Barbour is creative visionary who understands how to harness the emotional impact inherent in design to create more meaningful spaces. She sees ahead of the curve, defining a new way to think about how we live and work in houses and buildings. Christi has crafted both workplace cultures and spaces that inspire and uplift, changing the dynamic for interiors and design. She is a Founder and Partner in Barbour Spangle, a multi-disciplinary interior design firm that offers creative exploration for commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects. All articles Leadership Five Actions To Immediately Take When Faced With A Personal Crisis As leaders, we are taught to be prepared for a crisis, employee troubles, financial issues, and supply chain challenges. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Christi Barbour Creative Visionary and Design Futurist The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Christi Barbour Creative Visionary and Design Futurist Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

I was born in Turrbal Country, which is known today as Brisbane, Australia. I come from a family whose ancestral roots extend across the oceans, grounding me in a deep heritage that has always resonated within me. My life’s purpose is to facilitate transformative change and nurture love—within individuals, communities, and the new generations that are growing our future. My journey has been profoundly shaped by both my educational pursuits and my lived experiences—experiences that encompass pain, acceptance, and the profound growth that motherhood brings. These life events have illuminated my path, guiding me to my true calling: sharing the essence of Inner Renewal with the community and offering love and healing to the world. From a very early age, I felt a profound connection to nature and the spiritual realm. This connection has always been a part of me, a sacred gift that I have honoured throughout my life. It was this bond with the natural world that guided me into the world of floristry at just 16 years old. Floristry became my first medium of expression, allowing me to convey complex emotions—love, celebration, grief, and renewal—through the beauty of flowers. By the age of 22, I had established my own floristry business. Over the next two decades, I dedicated myself to creating beauty and meaning through the art of flowers. This work allowed me to touch many lives, using floristry as a means to honour life’s most significant moments. However, my journey has not been without its share of trials. I have experienced the heartache of family separation, the trauma of rape and sexual abuse, the pain of losing loved ones to drug overdoses, and the challenges of chronic health issues, anxiety, depression, and toxic relationships. These experiences have forced me to confront my pain and embark on a path of deep inner healing. Finding unconditional love and health has not always come easily, but through determination and self-reflection, I have learned the transformative power of doing the necessary inner work and prioritising my mental health as an investment for the quality of my life. This journey has defined my "why." It is the reason I am so deeply committed to creating and holding space for others—so they, too, can find the freedom to reach their full potential. I am here to guide people at every stage of life, helping them make healthy choices, cultivate positive mindsets, and build nourishing relationships. Through personalized therapy, comprehensive programs, and dynamic workshops, I offer individuals the tools and insights needed to overcome obstacles and move forward with clarity and confidence. My mission is to connect people with themselves and with each other in a space of healthy love, fostering true understanding and healing. I invite you to walk alongside me on this journey. Together, we can create a life worth living. Together, we can start the changes that lead to a more fulfilled and balanced life.   Qualifications: Soul Medicine Aromatherapy - Soul Roots Neuro Transformation Therapy (Master Practitioner) Timeline Therapy (Master Practitioner) Dual Diagnostic – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Interventions Shamanic Heart Energy Healing Spiritual Guidance Coach Renee Grace Senior Level Executive Contributor Spiritual Coach & Timeline Therapy Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Renee Grace Spiritual Coach & Timeline Therapy I was born in Turrbal Country, which is known today as Brisbane, Australia. I come from a family whose ancestral roots extend across the oceans, grounding me in a deep heritage that has always resonated within me. My life’s purpose is to facilitate transformative change and nurture love—within individuals, communities, and the new generations that are growing our future. My journey has been profoundly shaped by both my educational pursuits and my lived experiences—experiences that encompass pain, acceptance, and the profound growth that motherhood brings. These life events have illuminated my path, guiding me to my true calling: sharing the essence of Inner Renewal with the community and offering love and healing to the world. From a very early age, I felt a profound connection to nature and the spiritual realm. This connection has always been a part of me, a sacred gift that I have honoured throughout my life. It was this bond with the natural world that guided me into the world of floristry at just 16 years old. Floristry became my first medium of expression, allowing me to convey complex emotions—love, celebration, grief, and renewal—through the beauty of flowers. By the age of 22, I had established my own floristry business. Over the next two decades, I dedicated myself to creating beauty and meaning through the art of flowers. This work allowed me to touch many lives, using floristry as a means to honour life’s most significant moments. However, my journey has not been without its share of trials. I have experienced the heartache of family separation, the trauma of rape and sexual abuse, the pain of losing loved ones to drug overdoses, and the challenges of chronic health issues, anxiety, depression, and toxic relationships. These experiences have forced me to confront my pain and embark on a path of deep inner healing. Finding unconditional love and health has not always come easily, but through determination and self-reflection, I have learned the transformative power of doing the necessary inner work and prioritising my mental health as an investment for the quality of my life. This journey has defined my "why." It is the reason I am so deeply committed to creating and holding space for others—so they, too, can find the freedom to reach their full potential. I am here to guide people at every stage of life, helping them make healthy choices, cultivate positive mindsets, and build nourishing relationships. Through personalized therapy, comprehensive programs, and dynamic workshops, I offer individuals the tools and insights needed to overcome obstacles and move forward with clarity and confidence. My mission is to connect people with themselves and with each other in a space of healthy love, fostering true understanding and healing. I invite you to walk alongside me on this journey. Together, we can create a life worth living. Together, we can start the changes that lead to a more fulfilled and balanced life. Qualifications: Soul Medicine Aromatherapy - Soul Roots Neuro Transformation Therapy (Master Practitioner) Timeline Therapy (Master Practitioner) Dual Diagnostic – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Interventions Shamanic Heart Energy Healing Spiritual Guidance Coach All articles Relationships Why We Can’t Get Relationships Right We often seek fulfilment in relationships, hoping that love, companionship, or validation from another will bring us lasting happiness... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Renee Grace Spiritual Coach & Timeline Therapy The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Renee Grace Spiritual Coach & Timeline Therapy Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Marissa is a Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach, specializing in Digestive Health. She had been down a very long health journey of her own before deciding to take matters into her own hands and is now dedicated to helping other women feel as good as she does every day. She gets to the root cause of her client's gut issues by using a microbiome testing process, so each client receives a totally personalized plan, based on their individual results. She uses a combination of specific foods, supplements, stress management, detoxification and Pilates in her online program, The Happy Belly Method®. Marissa Hughes Executive Contributor Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Marissa Hughes Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach Marissa is a Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach, specializing in Digestive Health. She had been down a very long health journey of her own before deciding to take matters into her own hands and is now dedicated to helping other women feel as good as she does every day. She gets to the root cause of her client's gut issues by using a microbiome testing process, so each client receives a totally personalized plan, based on their individual results. She uses a combination of specific foods, supplements, stress management, detoxification and Pilates in her online program, The Happy Belly Method®. All articles Health & Wellness Why Women Over 40 Deal With Bloating And What To Do About It Why does it seem like a bloated, pregnant-looking belly, especially after eating, is affecting so many women these days? Just because... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Breathe Your Way To Better Health – The Science Behind Breathwork And Its Impact On Well-Being In our fast-paced world, we often overlook one of the simplest ways to improve our health: breathing. But not just any breathing... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Boost Your Gut Health With Omega-3s – The Ultimate Guide Chronic Inflammation is an epidemic these days due to poor diet, lack of sleep, too much stress, and an imbalanced omega fatty acid ratio. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Gut Bacteria And Weight Loss, What Is The Connection? There are trillions of invisible organisms taking up residence inside your digestive tract, and they are in charge. READ ARTICLE Mindset New Year, New Gut – 3 Ways To Avoid The Holiday ‘Gut Hangover’ With the holidays upon us, it’s the time when people start giving in to all of their cravings and throw all of their healthy habits READ ARTICLE Lifestyle 3 Surprising Reasons Why You May Have Leaky Gut Leaky gut, aka Intestinal Hyperpermeability, has garnered much attention in recent years, but how do you know if you have it? READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Marissa Hughes Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Marissa Hughes Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Marion Smith is an Executive Coach and Organisational Transformation Consultant, and founder of CoachMuse.com.   A senior leader with extensive experience across public, private, and national healthcare organisations, she specialises in navigating complexity and change at scale. With expertise in leading change in complex organisations and systems. Marion is a certified Executive Coach and Psychometric Practitioner, specialising in leadership coaching, team dynamics, and organisational transformation offering a range of psychometric services: Personality (MBTI), Interpersonal relationships (FIRO-B), Conflict handling (TKI) and Emotional Intelligence and Influencing, Executive Political Intelligence, and Neuro Linguistic Programming.   Marion is also developing Mirror by CoachMuse®, a digital application enabling self-directed, AI-supported coaching reflection, built on the SHIFT-R™ Coaching System designed to enable and empower leadership resourcefulness for change. Marion is a coach with the NHS and extends internationally as a coach with the United Nations. Marion holds an MSc in Healthcare Management and advanced coaching credentials, and is a member of European Mentoring and Coaching Council UK, committed to the Global Code of Ethics. Marion Isabelle Smith Executive Contributor Executive Coach & Transformation Consultant Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Marion Isabelle Smith Executive Coach & Transformation Consultant Marion Smith is an Executive Coach and Organisational Transformation Consultant, and founder of CoachMuse.com. A senior leader with extensive experience across public, private, and national healthcare organisations, she specialises in navigating complexity and change at scale. With expertise in leading change in complex organisations and systems. Marion is a certified Executive Coach and Psychometric Practitioner, specialising in leadership coaching, team dynamics, and organisational transformation offering a range of psychometric services: Personality (MBTI), Interpersonal relationships (FIRO-B), Conflict handling (TKI) and Emotional Intelligence and Influencing, Executive Political Intelligence, and Neuro Linguistic Programming. Marion is also developing Mirror by CoachMuse®, a digital application enabling self-directed, AI-supported coaching reflection, built on the SHIFT-R™ Coaching System designed to enable and empower leadership resourcefulness for change. Marion is a coach with the NHS and extends internationally as a coach with the United Nations. Marion holds an MSc in Healthcare Management and advanced coaching credentials, and is a member of European Mentoring and Coaching Council UK, committed to the Global Code of Ethics. All articles Leadership Executive Coaching – Changing the Leadership Lens from Perspective to Possibility Six months into a major transformation programme, progress has stalled. The strategy is sound. The leadership team is capable. Everyone says they support the direction. Yet decisions are slowing, meetings... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Marion Smith Interview on How AI-Powered Reflection is Changing Leadership Coaching Marion Smith is an Executive Coach and Organisational Transformation Consultant, and founder of CoachMuse.com. A senior leader with extensive experience across public, private, and national healthcare... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Marion Isabelle Smith Executive Coach & Transformation Consultant The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Marion Isabelle Smith Executive Coach & Transformation Consultant Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Vincent Cheng is a speaker, an author, a coach, and a psychotherapist. His life mission is to impart his secrets to freedom and joy to the world by breaking through the barriers because everyone deserves to live their fullest potential. He wants to share to the world the program that he created ‒ "Heal The Source", which has been the most impactful event that happened to him in the time of pandemic. Vincent Cheng Executive Contributor Psychotherapist, Author, Coach, Speaker Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Vincent Cheng Psychotherapist, Author, Coach, Speaker Vincent Cheng is a speaker, an author, a coach, and a psychotherapist. His life mission is to impart his secrets to freedom and joy to the world by breaking through the barriers because everyone deserves to live their fullest potential. He wants to share to the world the program that he created ‒ "Heal The Source", which has been the most impactful event that happened to him in the time of pandemic. All articles Mindset A Better Version Of Me It was a sunny day, but I wasn't expecting that it would turn out like a storm in my life. READ ARTICLE Career What's The Best Piece Of Career Advice You've Either Received Or Would Give To Young Professionals? The best advice that someone can share is something that is based on their experience. READ ARTICLE Seeking Therapists On Self-Care For Adults Self-care can look different for everyone, but to count as self-care, the behavior should promote health and happiness for you. READ ARTICLE Mindset The Benefits & Applications Of Journaling There was a time in my life when I was drowning in a sea of grief and I felt like I had hit rock bottom READ ARTICLE Mindset Find Your Purpose By Healing And Overcoming Your Past Was there a time that you looked in the mirror and asked the question, “How can I run away from you?” READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Vincent Cheng Psychotherapist, Author, Coach, Speaker The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Vincent Cheng Psychotherapist, Author, Coach, Speaker Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

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