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- Why there is a health gap - Rebel Bodies author Sarah GrahamHealth inequalities and gaps are avoidable, unfair and systematic differences in health between different groups of people, which is what we talked about with Rebel Bodies author Sarah Graham on the "How To Be Books Podcast."
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other wonderful guests who took part:- Amanda Finley from Kansas City, Missouri.
- Lisa Rowe, who is a licenced clinical social worker, the CEO of Support After Abortion and a private practice clinician.
Rebecca Skloot: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks37 min - Why we fear money - Women Talk Money editor Rebecca WalkerThe fear of talking about money is a complex phenomenon influenced by various psychological, cultural, and societal factors, as discussed with prominent writer, activist and editor of Women Talk Money, Rebecca Walker on the "How To Be Books Podcast."
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other wonderful guests who took part:- Phoebe Ellis is Head of Operations at Thrive Money, set up by the team at First Wealth, which helps to improve financial education and break down the taboos around money with a focus on women and younger people.
- Jay runs YorkshireFinances.co.uk.
Tori Dunlap: Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy’s Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love51 min - How we amplify marginalised voices - with Haramacy editor Zahed SultanEnsuring that we amplify marginalised voices is essential for promoting inclusivity, diversity, and social progress, which is something we talk about with Haramacy editor Zahed Sultan on the "How To Be Books Podcast."
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other wonderful guests who took part:- Andrea Nero, PhD, founder and CEO of Nero Strategies Group and author of "Beggars and Kings: Marginalized People in the Discourses of Early American Scientific Societies."
- Harirata Diallo is a Community Engagement Executive at Imagen Insights, a Gen Z market research and insights platform and database.
- Jojo Mehta is the co-founder of Stop Ecocide International, chair of the charitable Stop Ecocide Foundation and convenor of the Independent Expert Panel for the Legal Definition of Ecocide.
Other books/articles looked at:- Mariam Khan: It's Not About the Burqa: Muslim Women on Faith, Feminism, Sexuality and Race
48 min - How to reconcile faith and LGBTQ+ identity - with Hijab Butch Blues author Lamya HReconciling faith and LGBTQIA+ identity can be a complex and personal journey, as it involves navigating both religious beliefs and personal understanding of one's identity, which is what we spoke about with Hijab Butch Blues author Lamya H on the "How To Be Books Podcast."
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other wonderful guests who took part:- Angel Gravely, (M.Ed.) an LGBTQ+ educator and advocate and founder of Angel Gravely Education.
- Reverend Jide Macaulay, founder & CEO House of Rainbow.
- Empowerment expert and author Ashley T Brundage.
- Rev. Kipp Nelson, who is the Pastor of St. John’s on the Lake United Methodist Church in Miami Beach, Florida and the first openly gay pastor to a local church in the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church.
- Queer researcher and teacher Jebin Samuel.
Other books/articles looked at:- Amber Cantorna-Wylde: Unashamed: A Coming-Out Guide for LGBTQ Christians and Refocusing My Family: Coming Out, Being Cast Out, and Discovering the True Love of God
45 min - How to say no - with The Joy of Saying No author Natalie LueBeing able to say no to people can be difficult for several reasons, and it often varies from person to person, hence we spoke to The Joy of Saying No author Natalie Lue to get some advice on the "How To Be Books Podcast".
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other wonderful guests who took part:- Amanda Craven, an accredited and licensed clinical hypnotherapist, life coach, psychologist and author based in the UK with a global client base.
- Dr Lisa Turner, trauma expert and founder of CETfreedom.
- Daniela Wolfe, founder and CEO at Best D Life – Helping You Find the Bliss in Your Busy.
- Dr Lienna Wilson, a clinical psychologist with a practice in Princeton New Jersey.
- Transformative coach Myra Mchale.
- Parenting teenagers expert and psychologist Angela Karanja.
- John Pabon, a sustainability author, consultant and speaker
- Laura Tremaine, who is the host of the 10 Things To Tell You podcast and author of The Life Council.
Other books/articles looked at:- Nedra Glover Tawwab: Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself
58 min - How to be effortlessly confident - with Happy High Status author Viv GroskopCharisma, effortless confidence, and being self-assured can complement each other, but they can also exist independently, which is what we discussed with Happy High Status author Viv Groskop on the "How To Be Books Podcast".
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other amazing guests who took part:- UKCP Psychotherapist Mark Vahrmeyer from Brighton and Hove Psychotherapy.
- Parenting teenagers expert and psychologist Angela Karanja.
Other books/articles looked at:- Katty Kay and Claire Shipman: The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance - What Women Should Know
53 min - The effects of heartbreak - with Notes on Heartbreak author Annie LordHeartbreak, the emotional pain and distress caused by the loss or ending of a romantic relationship, can have various effects on individuals, which is what we spoke about with Notes on Heartbreak author and Vogue columnist Annie Lord on the "How To Be Books Podcast".
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other amazing guests who took part:- Tanya Unkovich is a public speaker, executive mentor and skilled expert in mastering resilience and the author of "Grief to Greatness.
- Thanks to 'Brian' for contributing. ** Anonymous contribution.
Other books/articles looked at:- Susan J. Elliott, J.D., M.Ed: Getting Past Your Breakup: How to Turn a Devastating Loss into the Best Thing That Ever Happened to You.
43 min - Does the internet make us disconnected - Is This OK? author Harriet GibsoneThe impact of the internet on human connection is a complex and debated topic - the feeling of being disconnected is something we discuss with Is This OK? author Harriet Gibsone on the "How To Be Books Podcast".
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other amazing guests who took part:- UKCP Psychotherapist Mark Vahrmeyer from Brighton and Hove Psychotherapy.
- Eric Michelson is the proprietor of Research Tree, which is a social media insights firm that serves commercial clients.
- Natasha S. Den Dekker is a British Asian woman in her 30s living in the West Midlands in the UK.
Other books/articles looked at:- Emma Gannon: Disconnected: How to Stay Human in an Online World
47 min - What is perfectionism - The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control author Katherine Morgan SchaflerPerfectionism is a complex mindset and behaviour that can be influenced by various factors, which is why we spoke to psychotherapist and The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control author Katherine Morgan Schafler on the "How To Be Books Podcast".
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other amazing guests who took part:- Author of The Rosie Project, The Rosie Effect, as well as The Rosie Result Graeme Simsion.
- Producer and host of Brodcast, and owner of social media market company Tenkai Klara Tuličić.
- Lisa Grotts is an author, certified etiquette expert, and Huffington Post blogger. She is also a former Director of Protocol for the City and County of San Francisco.
- Michelle Foulia is the author of Poppy's Miracle, coach, and speaker.
Other books/articles looked at:- Reshma Saujani: Brave, Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More and Live Bolder
44 min - What is the meaning of patriarchy - with The Patriarchs author Angela SainiPatriarchy is a system of social organisation in which men hold the power and women are largely excluded from it, which is the discussion we have award-winning science journalist Angela Saini on her new book The Patriarchs: How Men Came to Rule on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Patriarchy can be seen in all aspects of society, from the family to the workplace to the government.
Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with you through this maze of hacks.
Other amazing guests who took part:- Jenifer Joy is an artist, model, educator, performer, musician, and all-round professional unicorn.
- Libby Vincent, founder of a feminist leadership consultancy called Hodology.
Other books/articles looked at:- Jaclyn Friedman: Unscrewed: Women, Sex, Power, and How to Stop Letting the System Screw Us All
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About How To Be...Books Podcast
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Discovering what makes us human, exploring important life hacks, and "how to be", whilst highlighting the most important intersectional nonfiction books our there. The
href="https://www.howtobe247.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">How To Be...Books Podcast looks at improving mental health and wellbeing, as well as creating social change through reading and interviewing mind-blowing authors.
Have you ever thought why is it that my friends, colleagues, and acquaintances can do so much more than me? Well if you have, you're not alone. From confidence, persistence, motivation, to resilience - these life skills can help us go a long way in believing in ourselves. Not to mention, we live in a polarised world where conversations have broken down, so we've opened a space for those difficult chats.
We will try examine the tips and guides out there to see if it can help. Whilst I am no expert by any means, I have lived experience of feeling different and misunderstood, so hopefully we can take this path of enhancement together. PS. I do not receive commission for the books and guides reviewed.
Hit subscribe if you like it!
Have you ever thought why is it that my friends, colleagues, and acquaintances can do so much more than me? Well if you have, you're not alone. From confidence, persistence, motivation, to resilience - these life skills can help us go a long way in believing in ourselves. Not to mention, we live in a polarised world where conversations have broken down, so we've opened a space for those difficult chats.
We will try examine the tips and guides out there to see if it can help. Whilst I am no expert by any means, I have lived experience of feeling different and misunderstood, so hopefully we can take this path of enhancement together. PS. I do not receive commission for the books and guides reviewed.
Hit subscribe if you like it!