S8 E4: Unlocking AI for Wellbeing: Real Self-Care That Fits Your Life

In a world where digital tools increasingly support our mental and physical health, this episode of Mums on Cloud Nine explores how artificial intelligence can empower women to care for their wellbeing in ways that feel practical, personal, and approachable. Heather Black frames the conversation with a look at recent headlines, research, and honest questions about AI’s impact. As she notes, AI is now a resource for one in three people seeking help with health and mindfulness, often filling gaps when traditional services are costly or out of reach.

Our guest Mitra Memarzia, founder of the soon-to-launch Wellcast app, brings both expertise and lived experience to the table. Wellcast is described as a “Spotify for fitness,” curating a trusted network of experts and using an AI coach to tailor recommendations based on personal goals, daily moods, and changing circumstances. Mitra Memarzia shares how the app is designed to save users time, bypass clickbait, and provide true guidance—taking into account everything from a poor night’s sleep to a sudden injury, so that you always have support that fits where you are. Her emphasis on curation and trust stands out, especially in an era when the source of online advice can be difficult to verify.

Experimenting with AI agents is a running theme throughout the conversation. Mitra Memarzia and Kelly-Jace Halls both describe building personalized assistants within ChatGPT, whether as hormone specialists for perimenopause, or as dedicated copilots managing complex family health and dietary needs. The transcript is refreshingly clear that you don’t need training to get started—curiosity is enough. Mitra Memarzia encourages listeners to play, prompt, and learn by doing, asking for guidance directly from AI tools and shaping agents to match their needs and tone. This approach strips away mystique and invites mums of all backgrounds to experiment in ways that feel achievable.

What emerges is an understanding that AI can be an organizing ally. Mitra Memarzia describes using voice input to capture her morning thoughts, setting priorities, and clearing her mind to be present for the day ahead. Kelly-Jace Halls adds her experience building a project agent for her son, continually feeding it data and using its guidance to create more responsive routines. The power of simply speaking rather than typing, and the value of making AI part of a daily self-care ritual, are themes that connect the group. Even the act of talking to a non-judgmental agent can provide therapeutic benefits and lower the barrier to voicing difficult emotions.

The conversation never loses sight of the importance of safe practice and awareness. Lyn Constantine and Heather Black underscore the risks of over-reliance, urging listeners to use reputable tools, to start a new chat for every new topic, and to avoid self-diagnosing without professional input. Mitra Memarzia cautions against taking AI advice as gospel, comparing it to the rabbit holes of internet searching, and highlights the rise of AI-generated video fakes as an area for vigilance.

What’s striking is the balanced optimism. The hosts and guest are excited by Wellcast’s approach—hyper-personalized, voice-driven, and expert-curated—envisioning a new era where busy women can find motivation and guidance without a heavy price tag. They recognize the importance of human connection within AI-driven platforms, ensuring that users can access real trainers and specialists alongside their digital tools.

If you are curious about using AI to support your wellbeing, this episode is a gentle invitation. Be curious, start small, and remember that your digital agent can become a trusted companion—one that learns with you, adapts to the realities of women’s lives, and encourages you to prioritize yourself, every step of the way.