The benefits of breathing exercises for wellbeing whereby Natalie Kitchen the Burnout Breath Coach speaks wisely about how and why focusing on the breath can help you.

In this episode of A New PACE Podcast I talk with Charlie from Uneclipse Candles all about the creative process and his journey from making candles as a hobby to selling them in his Etsy shop.

In this episode Lesley Andrew speaks with Jan Ockendon about mental health and wellbeing and navigating through challenging times.

In this episode Lesley Andrew speaks with Louis Jenkins aka Lou J from the Let's talk about it podcast.

A powerful combination of his insights and words of wisdom with elements of his personal experiences including pressure to not cry or express any emotions as a child and navigating through multiple bereavements including the loss of his own daughter.

I am grateful for how Lou shows up and shares his experiences so generously as well as some wholehearted and straight talking advise about life and the importance of talking when it comes to mental health.

In this episode I am joined by Mark Baber, award winning restaurant owner and cross channel swimmer.

We explore the different factors that contribute to mental and emotional challenges and the things that can help bring more meaning, purpose and connection to your life.

Mark swam the English channel for charity in July 2025 and here is the fundraising link for you to read about the different charities including Yorkshire Air Ambulance and Andy's Man Club.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/SwimdeAky-2025

He is also the owner of a pizza restaurant in Rothwell, Leeds so check it out because the food is delicious https://www.woodfiredine.com/

In this episode, Lesley Andrew discusses her journey as an artist and art therapist, exploring the importance of self-expression through art.

She shares insights on the emotional benefits of creating art, the techniques she employs, and the personal stories behind her artwork.

The conversation highlights the significance of prioritizing one's creative practice and the impact of art on emotional well-being.

In this episode Tatiana Goden joins Lesley to speak about creativity and reconnecting with your passions

In this episode Lesley Andrew speaks with Martin Price about the importance of authenticity and connection through the lens of entrepreneurship

In this episode of A New PACE Podcast Lesley Andrew is joined by Amanda Pipe from Here comes the sun counselling.

Amanda generously shares her insights wisdom and personal experiences surrounding grief and mental health challenges and how navigating grief and other challenging experiences is different for everyone.

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In this episode of A New PACE Podcast Lesley Andrew talks about art therapy and the differences between directive and non directive art therapy and all things in between.

She outlines the benefits of making art without a plan and how allowing yourself to create something in an intuitive way can be really powerful and impact in many ways including reduced anxiety and improved resilience as well as space to process thoughts feelings and experiences.

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