Davina McCall: How To Overcome ANY Trauma & Live The Life You Deserve | E210

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

If you enjoyed this episode please hit the like button on the video - that's how we determine which kind of guests you like + it really helps the channel - appreciate it - Steven 🙏🏽

[@chrissmith5148]

Keep up the hard work! Your doing great!

[@nicolamatthews2993]

Liked always, thank you for all you do 🙏💙

[@rnphot619]

Love this channel, best wishes from Plymouth .

[@cathyharris-gilliam5164]

i am 65 here in a few days but you young man have touched feelings I buried a long so long ago I dint want to open my closet anymore I thought this sadness this dryness this is what I got maybe the rest of my life...untill I found you!! this show podcast ?? not sure what to call it but I know I'm going on and on but I cannot get enough of you and your guest.i no longer pay a phych... lol its true....thank you

[@cathyharris-gilliam5164]

how many books have both you written and I want to buy them all....

[@Minimax04]

‘I’m gonna call someone and get help. I’m fucked.’ Tears flowed there. I am currently recovering from addiction and I never made that call to myself. Instead I’ve lost my family but honestly, listening to these podcasts in the past few months since my revelation all came out has been unbelievable. 4 months clean and things are looking up.

[@deerheart87]

Good keep going recovery is so incredible one day at a time x keep going to meetings x ❤

[@jen6332]

Keep laying the path, 🌹

[@JessMariaDwyer]

Well done. Keep persevering. You can do it. 😊🌻

[@enwe6487]

Congratulations to you! May I ask, what are you doing, how did you stop? Are you doing it alone? As I‘m dealing with the same 🥺

[@Minimax04]

@@enwe6487 Alongside a huge personal thing that I needed to address, too, I have educated myself as to why I wanted the drug in the first place. From there I dived deep into the science behind the effects it was having on me, especially psychologically and how I can therefore use that knowledge to ensure I never allow myself to be in a position like this again. Most importantly, I found Jordan Peterson and listened to his psychological clinician material, mainly with a focus on telling the truth. The results have been profound. Watch the Peterson Diary of a CEO. It changed my life. Whatever you may think of him, his clinical material has been of huge benefit to me.

[@sarahserra1630]

Her voice, her way of communicating, her facial expressions, her empathy, her honesty, her awareness…..wow what a complete human being ❤️

[@sametoruc1347]

she needed to be..

[@jeanniesmith3618]

Erh! What this girl needs food! What a bloody mess. 😮

[@kateoc8]

​@@jeanniesmith3618 THAT'S the takeaway you get from this inspirational woman??? Shame on you. She looks amazing. At least 10 years younger than her age. Sounds like a you problem not a davina problem.

[@annecanty1227]

K I'll

[@Libertarian606]

Not unusual in recovering addicts but you’re right, she’s terrific.

[@misa5941]

This is incredibly moving. I am so inspired by her. And wow what a way to interview someone without ego - letting them speak, not interrupt etc. When she talked about her sister dying for 20 mins without a word from Stephen, that’s amazing. Especially when she got caught up, that he gave her the room and time to breath without filling in the gap. Amazing.

[@MatthewMo-t2i]

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[@dommidavros2211]

Well said! It's one of those errors a lot of interviewers do

[@phoebemegan]

This has to be the best episode of ANY podcast I have ever listened to. I am completely in awe of this incredible woman. She deserves every great thing that comes into her life. This was heartbreaking, captivating and so honest. Wow.

[@TheMaggie1954]

I totally agree.

[@sharonsteele66]

I also think that Davina is a amazing woman..

[@KS-wl6eu]

Such an honest, open and interesting podcast. Compare and contrast her life with pathetic Prince Harry. He could have used his platform in such a positive way but instead he tries to make himself feel better by diminishing everyone else.

[@Scarle118]

@@KS-wl6eu that was my first thought also. This open-hearted, generous, beautiful soul who only knows how to give love, is the opposite of the self obsessed, nasty, spiteful fool Harry Wales. He isn't fit to wipe her shoes.

[@MatthewMo-t2i]

youtube.com/@cometogetherhub?si=1wANZozBNDzciJYe

[@sjdjsijejesj]

i have ZERO attention span but i just sat here for 2 hours completely glued to this. 100% the best podcast i’ve ever listened to some of the stories she told made me fully bawl my eyes out 😭😭Davina is such an interesting woman i could listen to her speak all day.

[@DNS0875]

So you do have attention span. It’s even very active when you sort of really connect with the topic or activity. That’s related to dopamine release in your brain - amongst others-. 👍🏻

[@jaysee7283]

Same, I’ve just sat here completely absorbed from start to finish.

[@leannedunn1417]

What a women, she totally understand an has empathy, I have thee up most respect for her one love 🙏👌🏻💫💞

[@kimsherlock8969]

If you have zero attention..... I have come back to listen It took me many returns to the podcast 😅 sessions of 20 approximate minutes To pause for later 😂😅😊

[@kimsherlock8969]

​@@DNS0875thanks

[@elizabethbettencourt7956]

Steven is such a good listener. When Davina was telling about her sister, she talked for about 20 minutes with no interruptions, thank you so much 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@wenke6709]

She's such a good story teller. I bawled my eyes out when she told the story of the hypnosis experience. That poor little girl in her, I am glad she found peace.

[@Dancestar1981]

My god talk about neglect how did nobody intervene to protect her and her sister seriously snorting cocaine at 14 mother and daughters

[@nshnsh2972]

Me too!

[@sobare5491]

Omg me too!! Like ugly cried

[@tiffcat1100]

And happiness/reassurance ❤

[@LethoHali]

Same!!!!!!

[@samarajojordan]

This is by far the best episode of The Diary of A CEO to date. It was like listening to a real-life Jacqueline Wilson book.

[@gemwood1386]

Omg yes!

[@charlottematthews6268]

That's what I thought too! I love Jacqueline Wilson

[@shanlemon901]

I agree. So incredibly moving.

[@charsmith8217]

Totally agree, what a great interview

[@ladzclan7054]

Couldn't agree more 👏

[@Belovelyava]

Steven, this is why you are a top notch interviewer, your listening skills are bar none! Thank you for letting her say all that she had to say. I was able to feel all that beautiful grief and love. So enlightening. Thank you Davina, so lovely and raw.

[@stuartmills9081]

i love how you just let people speak and don't finish their sentences, it makes for some really gripping and emotional moments that would usually not occur because the interviewer cuts over them or fills the blank space. Well done.

[@pixiepeachyfitness]

Yes ! Fab observation. Shit these comments r actually as intriguing as these conversations. Wow.

[@megantatum3464]

This!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 he reminds me of how the Shaun Ryan show is- they’re there to actively listen to the guests and simply guide the conversation rather than putting themselves at the forefront. This has definitely become my favorite podcast/video series to watch

[@Nous520]

This is such an underrated quality in interviewers yet it’s the MOST important one.

[@erikaignatamusic2771]

Agreed! I also loved that she asked him questions too and got Steven involved more than his usual podcasts. Learnt so much from both of them.

[@SleepwithmeLive]

"Trauma in life can leave deep scars, but it's important to remember that it can also be a powerful catalyst for growth and self-discovery."

[@mangoyacho]

so true!

[@maryryall6829]

Very true

[@IreneRattray]

I stumbled on this interview knowing nothing about Steven or the woman. I will check them out afterwards. My impression of Steven is articulate and intelligent. Upperclass accent from a wealthy family. I observe that he is professional with expressive hands showing possible drama training. Looking at her l think she doesn't suffer fools gladly. Looks hard. Articulate and intelligent. Not a working class upbringing. Mother in Paris whose parents were wealthy. Obviously, she was educated having got her A levels. Seems the drugs didn't stop her from achieving at school. Seems that the type of people l have mentioned get into drugs. A conventional working class person brought up in the 50s who didn't venture beyond their own environment were most unconventional in the 50s.

[@willgracie4697]

WOW WHAT A STUNNING PODCAST -I CRIED TEARS ,LAUGHTER AND WAS ENTHRALLED BY THIS AWESOME LADY !THANK YOU DAVINA X

[@86sineadw]

We’ve grown up with Davina on our screens. It’s safe to say that there is no one like Davina. There is something powerful and relatable about her. She just puts herself out there and stays true to herself. She makes me want to fully embrace my feminine energy and my authentic self. She is a 👑

[@meretriciousinsolent]

National treasure, without a doubt.

[@carinaa.6394]

I have to be honest...As a German citizen, I have no idea who she is or maybe I'm just a bit too young at 30 but I love her inspirational story and spirit.

[@gilltravers6762]

I found myself really moved by this interview. Raw, and true.

[@m1tch506]

I've been watching davina since I was about 5 and she was apart of my child hood, she truly is a national treasure

[@BACKO7777]

Can I say as a 52year old man with a hedonistic past going through a divorce and having just left a toxic company, this was a brilliant, lovely episode that has helped me in so many ways-thank you Davina❤.

[@rritz1]

Hope you have as joyous a second spring as Davina 🤞🏼❤️

[@paulsmith5720]

I'm 50 this year and I definitely feel you on this. Great comment. Really inspiring and insightful. I always thought Davina was our age , 50 , early 50s in age. Anyway she looks well and has come through it all and is still here. Much respect. I guess we're all showing how much older we all are now. The 1990's were great. I'm biased I know. Anyway . happy days and just hearing her voice I know she definitely lived it. Only young once and all that. Great stuff and keep on winning.

[@jontnoneya3404]

As an American I literally had no idea who this woman was. I came away from this episode with a great deal of affection and appreciation for her and this podcast. Thanks to all involved for a great episode.

[@hotmess2766]

oh yeah mate she's great original big brother presenter Always happy & full of laughter despite her childhood. Happiest person on TV. Lovely woman God bless her. Happiness is a state of mind 😊

[@LesleyDT6227]

yes similarly for me too as I'm in Australia although the penny did drop when she mentioned "Long Lost Lives" which I watch on You TUbe and is absolutely heartbreakingly amazing all the time.

[@Foxsuper1]

she's always been a favourite of mine

[@villanelle8888]

Yeah, she's really well known in the UK.

[@TheFaro2011]

Damn. Every Brit grew up with her

[@Readyteddygo]

Davina seems like such a wise, kind and emotional person. I always liked her, this episode made me like her even more

[@innermindworks1030]

Not when you saw the way she belittled Jade Goody for the sake of a television career. Nope!

[@wallybingbang4350]

@@innermindworks1030 What did she say to her ?

[@lifeshort]

@@wallybingbang4350 I'm curious about that too..

[@stepho68]

I love Davina even more after viewing this. She lives 10 minutes up the road and so I’ve crossed her path several times, always says hello with a big smile and is very approachable ❤

[@riatruthseeker9489]

Have you ever told her you've watched this interview and what you think of her ? I'm sure she'd love to hear it

[@innermindworks1030]

Next time you meet her ask her about her behaviour with Jade Goody, that should be interesting!

[@alishaobrien7221]

@@innermindworks1030 so you think Jade being a racist bully was right? Davina was right to call Jade out on it

[@vah1761]

@@alishaobrien7221 Jade Goody was uneducated not a racist.

[@alishaobrien7221]

@@vah1761 all racists seem to be uneducated, funny that because they all had a free education and think education is left wing brainwashing

[@MimiKrimi]

I'm blown away by this woman. She is one of a kind with her energy and authenticity. I had other plans today, but I haven't been doing anything but listening to this fascinating woman. It's one of the most powerful stories I've ever heard. She is such an inspiration. You go girl!

[@orcawaves]

My god the way I bawled when she spoke of putting the lotion on her sister right before she died. Whoa. How she spoke of getting a rare hug from her mum and it would keep her going for a month.. It makes sense that the moment with her sister meant THAT much to her, when the child in her that was so desperate for loving touch, finally got to have that moment with her closest family member.. it’s equally heartbreaking and heartwarming. What a wonderful, insightful, sensitive woman. I’m very moved by this episode.

[@darlapeelman1610]

Oh my goodness...me too. Wasn't that just so precious? ❤️😥☺️

[@shouldawouldacoulda]

Same x

[@AuntyM66]

Me too😢

[@kizzie219]

Me too..Davina is a great people person. Especially in long lost families.

[@deborahbergman3566]

it's not that deep when others don't want to allow others to see them without clothes on.....I would never even let my mother. that's just me. it's not a big deal.

[@amytyler9724]

Davina used to live locally to me and is as genuine and lovely as she comes across here. What an incredible, moving, emotional and insightful episode!

[@Hookythehammer]

Same here (Hammersmith) I met her a few times when she was going thru rehab many many years ago. This was before she became famous. I was best mates with one of her narcotic anonymous mentors and he really rated her as a person.

[@innermindworks1030]

Did you not see her annihilate Jade Goody then? I remember it very clearly!

[@archiesnownose2117]

She got off lightly considering her behaviour!

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

@@innermindworks1030 to be honest i do hate the treatment of jade and i never saw that but everyone in our culture was misogynistic and so many women internalised it. you should be having a go at kevin o sullivan and ian hyland. they were both repulsive towards her. kevin should have been sacked.

[@mareemcglashan]

Davina talks like how i read a book. I can visualise everything she said like watching a film in my head or as i said like how you visualise when reading a book. Amazing story teller. Amazing woman. She shared heart & soul in this.

[@Dzanarika1]

Omg, yes!

[@fionaolivia704]

Davina many years ago was my Sunday school teacher; she has always had great energy. I remember once she took all the kids in Sunday school for ice cream, I had a Calippo! In case you read this Davina it's the little things like this that are never forgotten to your point about legacy! x

[@handsoffmycactus2958]

Wow she really HAS lived 10 lives haha, Sunday school teacher as well!

[@sevenwilliams3485]

bring back Callipos!!!!

[@c.rambaldi6788]

Revealing and lovely ❤️

[@dancarter482]

HEARTBREAKING!

[@darnitthelma4247]

@@sevenwilliams3485they are still About 😊

[@doughnutharvest]

I use to work in a studio as an assistant and we had all types of film/TV personalities and celebs come through the door. Davina came in to do an advert one week, and she was so nice and didn't act like a celebrity at all. Lovely woman, glad to see her on here!

[@simonmoon8773]

Lovely to hear that, she always comes across very personable :)

[@Elizamcd]

By far, the most moving conversation I've watched on DCEO. If the video had been another 2 hours longer, I'd have watched the lot. An incredible journey, with so much wisdom and healing. Loved and respected every part of it. So relatable and filled with hope. Wish you both nothing but the best! Ps. Davina I've watched you on tele since I was a child and I have always loved your energy and facial expressions, they are so endearing because you've always been authentically you. I went through a lot silently as a child and I always had a very bubbly facade as a mask, although I didn't know your back story back in the day, I remember how watching you made me feel! I would say you've already achieved your life purpose to help others, there are so many people out there who have benefitted from your work and openness. Your LEGACY is HUGE.

[@prismonthethehorizon5793]

I'm not kidding Davina McCall literally changed my life when she first spoke up about her relationship with her mum! 43:24, 45:15** 'Just keep walking and laying the path' - Davina McCall.

[@clareleonard6150]

She pretty summed up my life and made me realise that you have to work for what you want. It was the sat nav metaphor for me xx 😘 thank you xx

[@shannnnn2126]

Amen

[@pauldavies6037]

Made me cry such a special lady what you see is what you get

[@jonmills5097]

Absolutely!! I was not expecting my brain to actually shift gear ⚙️ like I actually felt the change

[@handsoffmycactus2958]

I’m the same. Powerful interview

[@janetaylor8330]

I so adore this lady. She’s such an inspiration and her dedication to educating about the menopause is commendable. Her documentaries and new book have really helped me to feel empowered about the future and experience it for myself, even though I’m in my early thirties. I’ve been screaming about the menopause to all of the females in my life ever since, including my mum who as a result has just went on HRT! Love your podcasts Steven! They really do feel like they’re life changing. I share them with all my friends too.😊

[@stellahardy1991]

And look how far she's come 🙌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@volt8684]

This ladies programme on the menopause would have saved my marriage, and decimation of my family and my 3 poor daughters.

[@cb4883]

God bless her 🙏 ❤️

[@rachealpike7986]

Me and my husband think I'm pre menopausal, I'm 37 and showing symptoms, but I've been told by my doctor that they can't test for it. So I'm abit unsure where to go next, any advice ladies? Xx

[@cb4883]

@rachealpike7986 my friend has been on hrt for some years and feels loads better you maybe should try it Good luck 👍

[@nudisco300]

Yet another Diary of a CEO episode that has left me in tears. What a fantastic roller-coaster and real in depth feeling and openess of Davinas experiences particularly around her sister. Was never much of a Davina fan before but the real person here as opposed to a screen persona is thoughtful, deep and genuine.

[@bela-sofia34]

Hearing an intelligent, successful, well-adjusted woman describe what it was like to live life with an expressive, chaotic, emotionally unstable mother-which I did as well- is very affirming.

[@MissDarlaDeville]

❤

[@007nadineL]

Ex drug abuser should not be called well adjusted. Words matter

[@coffeepandacat]

​@@007nadineL She was a kid when she did that and her sick in the head mom exposed her to that

[@ktr2345]

please please please ITV give the people what they want and make McCall's midlife love island HAPPEN!

[@chrisbossman1978]

I would pay to see a midlife love island, better than watching mindless 20 somethings parade around

[@laurahampson9478]

Yesssss do it @itv

[@Noor-kp1yb]

So true

[@laurenb2407]

We just had a sort of version of this in Australia called “My Mum Your Dad” with Middle Aged parents who had been signed up by their adult children. It was so refreshing to watch middle aged people fall in love.

[@PrincessBewa]

YESSSSS

[@rhysleigh6115]

I lost my mum to difficulties concerning the menopause. It took me years to know and understand why I think it’s important that we all get educated and informed about the menopause

[@turnbull524]

I’m an addict & 2 years clean at 28yo. I needed this today, thank you Davina & Steven

[@assi2424]

Matthew well done on being 2 yrs clean 🙂👍 on the difficult days take time to look around and see how amazing you have done to get 2 yrs look in the mirror and give yourself a pat on the back sending you best wishes 🙂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@riatruthseeker9489]

Well done !!! How amazing!!! Keep going bro proud of you ❤️

[@ronaldor9844]

Keep going bro stay strong you’re doing well 👊👊👊

[@darlapeelman1610]

Congratulations on your sobriety.☺️

[@bashdogg]

Proud of you 🙏🏽

[@bipolarbear]

My favourite episode. You can't go wrong with Davina as a guest - she's bursting with love, wisdom and joie de vivre, despite everything she's had to endure. The part where she described her sister's final months was painfully moving, but at the same time, very positive.

[@Frank75288]

Poor little rich girl 👧 😢 😞 😔 💔 😪

[@Dzanarika1]

Europeans are more open and real. Majority of Americans are fake and leavein their own illusions, unfortunately.

[@IAMNationX]

As an alcoholic in recovery with a depressive mother I resonate with Davina so much. That place where you can simply BE and feel good about life is overwhelming, almost underserved. I am glad she feels it

[@WaynesPokeWorld]

I feel her and connect with you too. I’ll be 9 years sober this year. My mum has bipolar disorder. I’ve always felt detached. We are deserving! ❤

[@KimLeeExplore]

So many takeaways from this interview. Davina is so down to Earth, raw, honest, fun and inspirational.

[@MsNigeria]

Hearing Davina talk about climbing the fence of her sister made me cry so much! It's so interesting to see how people illustrate feelings

[@Lisabushaway20]

Having a sister , hearing Davina talk about hers, climbing that fence absolutely took my breath away. So sad but such precious memories . Really touched my heart ♥️ so lovely to hear Davina is so happy

[@Dzanarika1]

That was amazing, it made me cry too

[@OwningAuthenticity]

I believe we can retrain our mental filter from negative to positive. I started doing gratitude practice daily when I was 28. I was chronically depressed before that (12-28) and basically nothing in my life was making me happy even though on paper I had it all. Within 6 months of practice, my life kind of dissolved and reformed. It was wild! ❤

[@rico4you]

Thank you for this. I lost my Brother to Cancer this past December 28th in Madrid, Spain. He went while we listened together to "Mother Love" from Queen as I told Mom is there...look...and he went...with my Mom who passed away Oct 7th 2020.

[@abcdefghijklmnop]

This is my favourite interview by far. I’ve always had a strong love for Davina, and even more now! Amazing woman!

[@ruthpargeter6201]

You are an excellent interviewer. You really listen to your guests. Davina- thank you for being so open and honest.

[@50angeleyes]

I’ve heard a lot of the stuff about Davina before, like the drugs, her mother and so on but this was so much more. She should be so proud of herself that she came out the other side as the person she is.

[@ktcooki276]

hmmn..same, except i was quite surprised she clarified she'd only used drugs with mum twice. the impression i'd always had was they were smoke buddies. interesting how strong an impact this has.

[@zoeskinner2871]

@@ktcooki276 maybe she meant the hard drugs e.g. cocaine were only twice

[@catherinecaughey4839]

@@zoeskinner2871 aw

[@kendrashergold439]

I was in tears so many times watching this, not just because I resonate but because of how she dealt with her trials, and how she overcome her issues and the clarity and grace and humble way she told us her story. A lovely human, hats off to this wonderful energy 🌈

[@lisawalton4667]

Loved it when Davina said ‘life throws you crepey knees and crepey elbows and crows feet yet a full heart and a peaceful mind.’ ❤

[@hughiedavies6069]

I was surprised by Davinas openness and honesty, beautiful interview , I didn't expect it to be so good ,thank you Davina , i thought it was a measure of her strength how she went from her sisters death then pulled herself together to talk about the menopause , lovely genuine woman 👏

[@acciohogwartslegacy]

This hit home for me. My brother died in a very similar way. He was a super-fit induvial, always running, weight training, sports, eating healthy, and never drunk or did drugs. Had back pain, for a month, always thought it was due to sports. We were all shocked when we found out he had cancer spread to all areas of his body, unfortunately never left the hospital. It was a week from diagnosis to his passing.

[@jadixie4463]

I'm so sorry for your loss, that's so sudden 😔

[@aeiamar]

So sorry for your loss… we had a bit more time with my mom after the back pain started until the diagnosis and passing away.

[@Dzanarika1]

I am sorry to read about your situation. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending yoy lots of love and wish you all the best on your life journey. We are all in this together ❤

[@anniesimone]

Sorry for yr loss. Exactly this happened to an athlete over here. She was the healthiest you could imagine. Trained all her life, even was a short track runner at the Olympics. Had backpain and finally went in to the hospital and there were cancer all over in the body, died a few days after diagnosis and like your brother, never came home again. I think, when that healthy, the illness is harder to feel or acknowledge and also harder to be seen by family and friends. Also, you do not think they would be that ill,when living that way. What amaze me is how strong your brother and the woman I was telling about were, cancer in the whole body, but still up and about. Their bodies were strong until the end and in a way, if death were to come anyway, it's perhaps a better way to go, than going through painful treatments for month and months, but to no point in the end.❤️

[@007nadineL]

RIP. Do you know if someone sexually abused him when he was a child?

[@bonniefells7585]

This interview was so real, so amazing, so open, so revealing. I cried, I thought, I reflected. At the end of the day, I believe, what we all want is Love and Peace. Great interview.

[@elnrburgin6342]

You can just tell how mesmerised Stephen is by Davina, best episode yet !!!!

[@demarkay5262]

No word of a lie, Davina McCall is the reason why I'm a Radio Producer at 22. I've loved this woman since Big Brother and I always will. Thank you Davina.❤

[@kittyroars8758]

Davina's mums behaviour is classic narcissistic mother. I absolutely love Davina 💜

[@charityariverpixie998]

This for me was so powerful and moving , it made me cry , it made me laugh , I saw parts of myself , this was magical . The way you held space for her when she talked about her sisters end of life was a job well done , it’s instinctive to want to comfort or take someone’s pain away and to be able to sit in the room and just be there and just allow that space to be there , wow . Thank you for this I can’t really find the words to explain what a gift your podcasts are ❤

[@belaynema4723]

Yes!!! The way he holds space for people. He is amazing. What a powerful interview.

[@riatruthseeker9489]

@charity I don't know why but I feel like you need to hear this right now: you are so important, you're loved and needed in this world, the struggle is nearly over...keep going ❤️

[@LillianMole]

I never comment on these but felt compelled to say this was such an interesting and incredible episode. What an unbelievable woman!

[@FionnualaReynolds]

I have just cried all the way through this interview. Devina is such a beautiful person. And such an inspiration. How she described her last moments with her sister and how much she got from it. What an amazing way to look at loving and giving ❤ she truly is one of lifes living angels x

[@whimsythecrypto-hippy-wolf1900]

shockingly that got even me crying! deeply moving human stuff

[@dinaworkman306]

How do you know she may be another holly wallaby

[@Rougecoco00]

I don't think I've ever watched such a moving and incredible interview, thank you for your openness and warmth, Davina. And to Steven for his wonderful ability to allow for this.

[@sharonpluckrose1092]

Thought I’d nip in & watch for five mins & couldn’t stop. Davina was amazing. Like watching a film. What an amazing life she has had. So honest & genuine. So good to know that she’s in a good place & is happy in her personal life. Will now be tuning in again 👏👏

[@Janibobs]

As a 54 year old, going through menopause and not doing well, I want to say thank you! So much in this podcast resonated too. Wow! Very helpful. I feel less alone.

[@kara455]

"Getting the rose's while you can still smell them" what an amazing quote. Can be transferred into every aspect of life !

[@samanthacostin4571]

I met Davina the other week at a charity ball and she was the most incredible human!!! A truly amazing women! Thanks for sharing her story x

[@dons4europe]

I thought I'd watch this for ten minutes while having a coffee and sitting with my dogs . 2 hours later Im sitting with tears roling down my face . What a great show and what a beautiful soul Davinna is . Well done Stephen .

[@morganamaya]

What a woman. I’ve always loved Davina and felt like she was just “one of us”. Oh how I cried at this and could resonate with so much of everything Davina said. What a life she has lived. What traumas to have gone through and have come out the other side. Just an amazing guest and thank you as always for letting them speak 🙏🏻🙏🏻💗 love you Davina 🥰 xx

[@harrietx5152]

I had no idea about Davina’s life until now and this is why I love this podcast!

[@1414141x]

Neither have I and I am not in the least bit interested. Why are you ? Go help and elderly neighbour and give them some support by listening to them. That would be far more generous of spirit.

[@louisehogg8472]

And, unlike Chris Wood, you're now better equipped to support other ordinary people (which we all are) who have struggles with abandonment, mentally ill relatives, grief, drugs, addiction, truth/lies, the false lure of fame or wealth, career rejection. So when we now all continue to interact with our neighbours, both elderly and not, this won't have been an hour wasted.

[@1414141x]

@@louisehogg8472 Ooohhh Louise, that's a bit snarky ! xx Chris xx

[@PandyMill]

Best interview ever!! I am truly grateful to Davina for her brutal honesty and divine guidance. This will boost the awakening for sure, we need more celebs to get people thinking about this stuff. They use the media to teach us otherwise most of the time, this is a powerful backfire for them .❤❤

[@marthaleaker2918]

When she was speaking about speaking to her young self - I felt that. I felt very emotional and even imagined myself, or put myself in that position. Very very powerful perspective. Thank you Davina for sharing. Even when you don't feel right now anything is right..one day it will be okay. Sometimes hardships reward us with greatness in the end.

[@bubukk3979]

Made me cry!!

[@linjan212]

Davina you absolute legend. Not only gone through absolute shit and hit rock bottom, you’ve dragged yourself up, turned your ire around and are now helping thousands if not millions of women like myself going through the menopause by bringing it to the forefront. Without your documentary’s I would never have been triggered to seek help from my GP. I just thought I was becoming an old b***h in midlife. I owe you everything you beautiful woman you. Thank you xx

[@sashasimons8996]

Listening to this podcast while at work and it is HARD to not just bawl my eyes out at some of the stories... You can feel every bit of her story and not necessarily have even gone through anything similar. There were moments I'd even caught myself smiling at the sweetest, most healing moments. Loved this podcast.❤

[@mssaradime]

It's interesting to hear Davina refer to being hyper vigilant as a gift when it is most often a trauma response. I also analyzed my mothers footsteps to gauge her mood before seeing her. I often say that this heightened sensitivity is a gift and a curse. A gift because I feel like I am able to connect with people very easily, I feel like I am steps ahead of others because I can easily detect moods, body language, tone etc but a curse because I am always analyzing and taking stock of whether or not I am safe or in danger. Being hyper attuned to the moods of others has made it hard for me to just be myself at times without the influence of others, even when they aren't trying to purposely interfere. I love your channel Steven, I listen to at least one episode every day at work. I feel so seen and comforted as I can connect to many of the shared experiences. You have a gift, whether it is a major celebrity, psychologist, scientist etc. of humanizing them. Your ability to make your guests feel comfortable so that they are able to share and be so vulnerable is admirable and lovely to witness. Thank you

[@rinesserin]

My therapist and I talk about trauma responses all the time, and she always says that trauma responses exist for a reason. They come out to protect you, which makes them inherently helpful, as long as you can learn how to utilize them like tools rather than live in them like a house.

[@007nadineL]

How can you listen to a podcast if you are supposed to be working?

[@jjay0307]

she is absolutely a wonderful person, she doesn't get enough credit as a presenter, but she is my favourite hands down, was so beautiful to hear her honesty, she's a marvellous person

[@elusive_red]

This was so incredibly moving. I was interested. I laughed. I related. I cried. I learned. But most of all, I healed. Thank you. ❤

[@melanieailsa9336]

This is by far my favourite episode! Davina McCall is absolutely amazing. She’s inspirational, educational, self aware and one of a kind. I have loved listening to this episode, a true reminder to appreciate people like Davina! Great episode Steven! Well done.

[@Lindsaywakelinphoto]

I have subscribed because of Davina. Thank you for giving her the space to talk and be honest, I had no idea about her child hood and have nothing but respect for her now. Great episode. Davina if you are reading this you rock woman! 😘

[@MissTorix]

I've only just come across this episode, I fell asleep and woke up to this episode playing in my AirPods and I think I needed to hear this at this point in my life. I lost and watched my beautiful auntie pass away very similar to how her sister did and I dream/think about her every day. Hearing Davina's voice when she talks about her is exactly how I felt walking into the hospital when visiting her, on the day she died. I've just woke up to this episode playing, and I'm sat here getting my grief out. I'm emotionally crying typing this. This is what I and so many people needed I feel.This is by far one of the best episodes on your channel. Thank you to you and Davina xx

[@MatthewMo-t2i]

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[@mrs_min_min8545]

Didn’t think I could admire Davina more. She’s my warm cosy cuppa tea & a chat when I’m feeling a bit down or celebrating being able to move a bit more (beating paralysis TWICE that means a lot to me, personally). I enjoy everything she does. Thank you both for allowing me to be a fly on the wall to this lovely conversation xx

[@aimeeplunkett9894]

Well done to you what an achievement that is! Should be very proud of yourself x

[@angeykim]

Such generosity on both of you. Davina for sharing her truths, SB for letting her speak, uninterrupted and just giving her the flat form. 🙏🦋💖

[@jomarsh6449]

I was thrilled to listen to the ‘handling’ of losing your sister.. in the past 4 years, I’ve lost 5 siblings to horrible illnesses… freak things… sudden onset cancer/ bad reaction after a knee replacement… ALS( Lou Gerhig’s disease)… ruptured colon ( secondary to agent orange) … followed by a sister in law committed suicide after my brother died from his ALS… I’ve been trying so hard to handle all this…. And I’m anxious to see any type of an upside…

[@moniquew3603]

I'm sorry. That's incredibly hard. I hope you are doing well.

[@Prettydred80]

Praying for your peace and comfort, I’m so sorry. I lost one sibling and it’s still devastating to think about it. Many many blessings I pray fill your empty spaces 🙏🏾

[@007nadineL]

My siblings are horrible monsters who try to ruin my life every day. I wish i was you.

[@misshamilton]

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[@saradenn7447]

One day at a time and keep doing the grief and personal growth work.

[@allwellandgood8547]

Wow Davina you are just amazing! Steven this is your best interview yet 🙏 I was abandoned by my mother at age 8 and have been tackling the demons that leaves a person for 4 decades since. It infiltrates every area of your life and is hard to comprehend how it must feel to live life feeling 'normal' without always fearing rejection and burying the hollowness of it all. To hear how Davina came through this, her tenacity, self acceptance and wisdom is so inspirational to me. Thankyou both ❤️

[@ArranEye]

Wow, what a charming, charismatic communicator, generously sharing her emotional intelligence with us all. Thank you both.

[@emmafmaurice]

Incredibly articulate and very warm about her experiences. Resonate with many things she spoke of. A hearty round of applause for a human who employs awareness and reflection to propel herself towards her greatest potential x

[@Ditto463]

Good grief I’m an emotional wreck after listening to this amazing episode! I listen to these stories to fall asleep to but instead have laid here transfixed, I’ve laughed, cried and had a couple of light bulb moments . Thank you to you both. Davina you’re truly inspiring thank you 🙏 ❤

[@sarahrackett4663]

I could listen to her talk for hours, she talks with such emotion and passion I found it so engaging. I had no idea she had such struggles and really fought to be where she is, incredible lady! ❤

[@shouldawouldacoulda]

I'm a ex addict,i'm on methodone currently. I'm like Davina a poly drug addict. My life is ruined,i have nothing so i appreciate 'celebs' telling there stories as this WILL help people. 23 years of hardcore drug abuse is killing me so listen up folks. Real Talk. Great interview (as per usual!) :(

[@rosa__spencer]

Best of luck to you... Keep going, it's never too late to change! X

[@CoCo-rr7fh]

You said “Ex” -addict..you’ve already won. Like Davina says, you will be ok and it’s never too late. Well done for starting the journey, and all the best

[@shouldawouldacoulda]

@@CoCo-rr7fh thank you 🙏 I appreciate your kind words 🫶🏻💚🫶🏻

[@harambo88]

my life is ruined bc not enough drugs but i wont quit. i wont bow to mainstream. atm i am getting more and wouldnt it be for a supply stop i would not be suicide

[@CityBohoGirl]

KEEP ❤️‍🩹 GOING

[@moonchild66]

This was an amazing talk with Davina......shes an amazing concious and strong women❤the love she had for her sister is beautiful🙏

[@wallybingbang4350]

I listened to Jimmy Carr and Davina today and they are like healing sessions. The honesty and empathy and the long form chat is magic. Well done Steven ❤

[@SovereignKing]

1:35:30 - Nail on the head, Davina’s energy is unbelievably infectious! Davina made Big Brother so damn exciting to watch, like you could never miss a single minute. I feel exactly the same way watching this interview, I was hanging on her every word (and also in a flood of tears about her sister Caroline) Davina you are an absolute gift to the world, thank you so much for the inspiration!🙏🏽

[@YoullClapWhenImGone]

I could have watched them chat for a few hours more tbh, it didn't feel like a 2 hour interview at all.

[@nupidoo3202]

The thing about Davina is that she is "Real" very honest and i respect her for that...

[@cherrywallis]

What a beautiful interview. So raw. So human. Davina you're a wonderful woman.

[@ecb1979]

Inner child work cannot be underestimated. It's life changing in so many ways. Great interview

[@colleengoodall9391]

I feel the raw honesty of this pod cast was rare and refreshing. Kudos to Ms. McCall for the strength she portrayed in discovering her motivating behaviours, she taught me much. Thank you as yet unknown to me producer.

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

🙏🏻

[@jordanisjordankifle6592]

The way this episode had me on chokehold from the first moment to the last second is beyond me. I didn't check my phone, dropped tears, laughed, stayed present, embarked on this journey, and learned so much about life and it's complex and marvellous simplicity. Thank you to both of you from the bottom of my heart & soul. This one is for the books. Phenomenal episode.

[@Curlymcgurk]

The bitter sweetness to trauma, abandonment, neglect and needing validation is the drive it can give some people where they become super successful. It’s the validation I believe which is the anchor for this drive to succeed. Davina is the prime example. Sadly the only validation to fill the void - wholeheartedly can only come from within. Davina this was an incredible listen. We salute you and thank you sharing. ❤ Keep happy, healthy and content. X

[@riatruthseeker9489]

I hope you're ok, you write a lovely message but I feel the pain behind it, it's almost like you can read the understanding of trauma behind your message and I feel you're loving on others because it's what you need. Maybe I'm wrong, but i love you, you're amazing, keep going. And if you fancy a chat I'm but a reply away ❤️

[@thiagomartins6341]

OMG thank you for the interview with Davina. Davina is deftnitly a big focus of light on this dark world. Thank you to be alive to share your story. amazing...

[@thatslife13]

Thank you so much for having Davina on your podcast @stevenbartlett. I suffer greatly with abandonment issues as I was given up for adoption when I was a baby. I’m the same age as Davina. I’ve been searching for my BM but now I know where she is, I’m being kept from her because of her illness. I spend most days crying. I’ve vlogged my journey but I won’t get an ending. Life is unfair (child reaction).

[@darrenbennett7945]

Don’t stop fighting to see her, you’ve come too far to even know where she is. Use deception, lies and whatever it takes to see her. You’ve got nothing to lose and you might regret it if you don’t smash through the barriers in place. You can do it x

[@tulinbeyduz920]

i understand your pain . I had ten years of foster care, 8 mothers , my dad was schizophrenic too . I understand that grief . It never really leaves to be honest 😢

[@scarlettspear7447]

That is so very sad. I hope a miracle happens for you . Sending love. xxx

[@mollyx7503]

Sending love. I deal with the same issues and have major trust issues, I was a care child too since 4 years old. Eventually got adopted for 7 years but then got put back into care again, it has caused me so much emotional trauma

[@tinagriffiths7593]

Thank you Steven Bartlett for having Davina on your podcast she was very insightful about the emptiness as my adoptive & foster sons talk about this due to their abandonment. X

[@bethanyhenry189]

Oh wow davina is such an amazing story teller! She has always been amazing at her job, so interesting to hear her story!❤️

[@1414141x]

Would you like to listen to my life story as I blub how difficult it has been ? Of course you'll have to pay me well for it.

[@bethanyhenry189]

@@1414141x I’ve seen you comment mean things under a few comments, but I hope whatever you’re going through you get the help you need & spread positive vibes once you’re happy with your own life ❤️

[@michellejames4493]

Spot on Bethany - yours is such a kind comment and very accurate 🙏🥰

[@LJ2K2025]

@@1414141x I'm sure everyone's heard your life story... they just pick up their drink and try to get away.

[@ip3931]

Her mannerisms of speaking on important topics is truly commendable.

[@lilylolly8757]

An incredible and touching episode. Thank you for just letting her speak without interrupting when she was talking about her sister-just letting her flow was beautiful. A sign of a good interviewer is knowing when to not say a word.

[@Chris-cv6wy]

What an incredible lady, the positivity and energy she has for life is a joy to witness!

[@RobynKimberleighPetersen]

She has such a kind and friendly personality which is rare for what she's been through.

[@user-su1bi8xx9d]

I think I cried about 3 times. What an incredible, reflective & insightful person. I've learnt so much, thank you both x

[@sarastartuck3785]

Wish there was more people like her. The amount of love and good energy she brings is amazing and infectious, I wish she was in my life every day 💗

[@simoneduchess3888]

I’ve just cried almost all the way through this interview. I’m 45, and with no shame! will say I think I’ve found my role model! 😊 I just hope I’m not too late. Your bloody amazing! Thank you for this. I needed it . X

[@SlinkiestTortoise23]

It is life changing!

[@nat7041]

What an interview. Makes one realise what matters most - loving others, being kind and decent.

[@RavinJ]

Stephen you are an absolute genius. This was by far the best interview and technique I've ever seen . No agendas No Ego.. the silences were more telling than any of the words.. we looked into Davina's soul .. Thank you to the both of you..

[@devina1100]

Davina is such a gem of a human being. I got so much from listening to her. I have a little sister who has been recieving cancer treatment for the past two years who is much like Caroline in terms of having a fence around her to an extent. I could so relate. That plus my son was given the all clear a year past in August, after having had throat cancer and undergoing surgery, chemo and radiation during lockdown . I'm so grateful for every day I still have them and am in aww of how unbelievably brave and strong they've both been. Thanks for this episode 💞 God bless you Davina 💞