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Simple Shifts for a Happier Life | With Health and Wellness Coach Liz Jones Solano | HCA Talks Health

Zena Le Roux

Ever feel like you’re running on autopilot, just ticking things off the to-do list without really enjoying life? In this episode, Liz – a Health and Wellness Coach, Motivational Speaker, and HCA Ambassador – shares how small but meaningful shifts can help you find more balance, energy, and joy in everyday life.

We explore Liz’s personal journey from feeling stuck in routine to building a life that feels purposeful and fulfilling. She explains her role as a Health and Wellness Coach and how coaching can guide you towards making space for what truly matters. From the power of movement (including Liz’s love of dance!) to reconnecting with your own sense of purpose, this conversation is full of practical tips for anyone who wants to feel more motivated and alive.

Whether you’re curious about health and wellness coaching or simply looking for ways to make positive changes, Liz’s story offers encouragement and simple steps you can begin today.

Topics covered in this episode:

  • Simple shifts to bring more energy and balance into your daily routine
  • The joy of movement and why finding activities you love matters
  • How having a sense of purpose can transform your outlook
  • Practical tips to help you feel more motivated and fulfilled
  • What a Health and Wellness Coach does and how they can support you


⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Liz Jones Solano
01:00 – Childhood, cultural background & early influences
03:00 – Academic and sporting life in Bristol
04:00 – Career beginnings in London & corporate life
06:00 – Choosing a different lifestyle and moving to Barcelona
08:00 – Current work: health coaching, motivational speaking & events
10:00 – Passion for helping clients thrive, not just survive
12:00 – Finding joy, purpose & sharing your gifts
14:00 – Practical steps to move from surviving to thriving
18:00 – The role of dance, flow state & reconnecting with joy
20:00 – Encouraging clients to find hobbies that fuel them
23:00 – Passion vs. purpose — how they overlap
24:00 – The importance of purpose in long-term health & wellbeing
25:00 – Liz’s father’s story: longevity, golf & family as purpose
28:00 – The role of Ikigai & finding reasons to get up in the morning
30:00 – Rediscovering your purpose & starting small
32:00 – How to connect with Liz & learn more about her work
33:00 – Final thoughts

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