In this episode of The Silent Epidemic, host Hatice Mehmet-Quirk sits down with Annette Flynn—actor, health coach, and founder of Anu Coaching—to explore a powerful story of reinvention, purpose, and healing.
After more than two decades in the acting world and years working in the travel industry, Annette found her life completely paused by the 2020 pandemic. What began as an unexpected stillness became an opportunity to look inward. Guided by a lifelong interest in food, movement, and wellbeing, and inspired by the Japanese concept of Ikigai (a reason for being), Annette made the courageous decision to retrain as a health coach.
In this conversation, Annette reflects on:
• How her early love of wellness shaped her long before she recognised it
• What the pandemic revealed and why stillness can be a catalyst for clarity
• Discovering Ikigai and aligning passion, purpose, and skill
• The creation of Anu Coaching and her holistic approach to nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and behaviour change
• How she supports clients through the very human challenges of building new habits
• The realities of reinventing yourself mid-life
• What people need most in a post-pandemic world
• Her hopes and dreams for the future of Anu Coaching
Whether you are feeling stuck, searching for meaning, or trying to build healthier and more sustainable habits, this episode offers a grounded reminder that change is always possible and that small, consistent steps can transform your life.
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