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85. Sophie Grégoire Trudeau
Former unofficial First Lady of Canada, Sophie is
open about her recovery from an eating disorder,
explaining " binging and purging is a sign of a
greater emotional wound. " Encourages others to
share their own struggles with mental health.
87. Sarah Wilson
Author who refers
to her anxiety as her
" superpower " and speaks
candidly of her bipolar
diagnosis. Founded online
wellness programme
I Quit Sugar, to combat an
automimmune condition
and encourages minimalist
living. Sarah's Wild
podcast triggers debate on
challenging global issues.
88. Nadya Okamoto
Aged 16, founded PERIOD.,
a non-profit to end period
poverty. The menstrual and
mental health advocate,
via her brand August,
destigmatises periods
and offering sustainable
sanitary products. Starts
conversations on previously
taboo topics, such as what
it's like to be a transgender
man having a period.
86. Jonathan Van Ness
Shot to fame as a grooming expert on
Netflix show Queer Eye, the content
creator is a voice for change, raising
awareness of mental health stigma and
living with HIV. An avid supporter of the
LGBTQ+ community, their second children's
book celebrating diversity is out in 2025.
89. Chappell Roan
Indie pop singer-songwriter
who advocates for mental
health and wellness
through her music. Her
songs celebrate feminist
and queer culture, taking
a stand on justice, freedom
and equality for all.
Her fabulous outfits are
inspired by the drag artist
community. Nominated for
six Grammy Awards ahead
of 2025's ceremony.
90. Dr Nicole LePera
Known as The Holistic
Psychologist, she
promotes 360˚ mental
health approaches and
self-healing, believing that
everyone has the power to
be their own healer. On
her podcast, SelfHealers
Soundboard, she and her
co-host hold unscripted
chats about triggers and
habits with the aim of
becoming their best selves.
96. Lewis Howes
As host of the School of Greatness
podcast, the former pro footballer
talks to leaders in various fields to
gain insight on their success and
encourage others to seek meaningful
change. Was inspired by an injury
that ended his sporting dreams.
97. Nicole Cardoza
One of America's only Black female
magicians, cultural strategist Nicole
is bringing magic to marginalised
communities with a message of
possibility. Via her Reimagined
newsletter she urges us to switch up
how we " live, work and stay well " .
98. Steven Bartlett
Host of The Diary of a CEO podcast,
he's a respected investor in various
wellness brands, including bespoke
nutrition programme ZOE. Has
written a bestseller on recalibrating
ambition and addressing the lies
we're fed about happiness.
99. Mo Gawdat
Spurred on by the loss of his son,
the former Google CBO began a
mission to make one billion people
happier. His book themes include
eliminating unhealthy stress from
our lives, while podcast Slo Mo
focuses on the pursuit of purpose.
100. Tim Ferriss
A trailblazer of the four-hour
work week concept, Tim's
book on the subject suggests
how to eliminate 50% of
your work in an
incredible 48 hours,
among other tips.
The Tim Ferriss
Show podcast
elicits tactics and
tools from famous
guests to devise
'lifestyle design'
tweaks - all with
improved health
and wellbeing
in mind.
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