Hannah Wallace, spiritual activist and author on finding your own rhythm
Living with a disability and as a wheelchair user, Hannah is passionate about breaking down barriers and raising awareness around these topics through her content. As a writer and creative dedicated to championing female empowerment and spiritual activism, she discusses core values, podcast highlights, influential mentors, writing a book, social media and lots more.
In her podcast “Finding Grace,” Hannah emphasizes the significance of aligning with one’s own intention and integrity. She advocates for learning to trust oneself again, feeling safe in one’s body and relying on one’s intuition and knowledge. Hannah’s core message is to remember that it’s not about being perfect; rather, it’s about letting grace find and guide you, no matter where you are in your journey.
Hannah celebrates one of her guest episodes with Brad Yates, often referred to as “the godfather of EFT.” EFT, or Emotional Freedom Techniques, is a form of psychological acupressure that involves tapping on specific meridian points on the body while focusing on emotional issues or stressors. The goal of EFT is to balance the body’s energy system and reduce the physical and emotional impact of stress and negative emotions.
Having Brad Yates on her podcast was not just about conducting a favourite interview. For Hannah, it was a profound full-circle moment. She has engaged with his content for years and EFT has significantly helped her in her personal journey.
Even though it is difficult for Hannah to pick a favourite, she explains: “There have been so many elements of conversations that have been amazing for me… The only favourite episode I could pick was when my friend interviewed me on my 40th and we were talking about defying aging”.
In addition to Brad Yates, some of her favourite role models are Marianne Williamson, Rebecca Campbell and Gabrielle Bernstein. “The book that really kind of changed things for me was ‘Conversations with God’ by Neil Donald Walsh. I got that book at 19 and it just hit me at the right time when I needed that connection and it has really helped me”.
Regarding spirituality, Hannah began exploring meditation and learning about angels when she was 12 years old. “I’d say that has been the one kind of consistent thing that’s never faltered in my life. It’s always been there. And I’m just so grateful,” she reflects, “I draw upon things when I need them, from working with crystals to working with angels”. Hannah also shares the challenges she faced during her illness: “I felt quite lonely when I first got sick because no one else was going through what I was going through.” Her spiritual practices have provided her with solace and a sense of continuity throughout these difficult times.
Times have changed and nowadays you can easily find communities of people experiencing similar challenges. Back when Hannah fell sick, there wasn’t the power of social media to bring people together. “We are in a privileged position where we can connect with people all over the world so easily,” she emphasizes. Hannah shares the importance of community and highlights that hers is a diverse mix of people from spirituality, yoga and those with chronic illnesses, and she believes that it takes time to grow an engaged community.
Finding your own rhythm is something Hannah really resonates with and is consistently talking within her community about finding what works well and finding your own pace. There is a lot of information out there and even if some of it may work, is it the right method for you? Does it make you feel good? “I think what’s super important here is when I say about learning to dance to your own rhythm, it’s about experimenting as well”. Hannah encourages everyone to discover what works best for them. “I’ve tried to bring elements into it where it is supportive for people. I do feel that does come across and that’s why people have continually engaged in my content…I think it’s about people learning to trust you”
Hannah shares she is in the process of writing her first book! “It’s really good to be able to get things down into a structured place and be able to share with people that it’s possible to live in the way that’s going to work for you… No matter what you’re going through, you can always find a way to feel better for you. That’s really the core essence of the book”.
Hannah takes great pride in her achievements, particularly her consistent production of podcast episodes, both with guests and solo. She has also spoken at three Mind Body Spirit events across London and Birmingham, demonstrating that being a wheelchair user does not limit one’s ability to contribute meaningfully and inspire others. Hannah emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and representation, showcasing that there is a seat at the table for everyone.
Looking ahead, one of Hannah’s significant goals is to create a nourishing space on Substack. She sees Substack as an ideal platform to foster engaging conversations without the constraints of algorithms. This platform allows for deeper connections and meaningful interactions with her audience, aligning perfectly with her mission of creating a supportive and authentic community.
You can find Hannah on Instagram @thehannahwallace and her website https://www.hannah-wallace.com/links
