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Writer, poet, and mental health advocate, Laura Dockrill speaks to us today about what she’s not taking for granted during lockdown, as well as the lessons she learnt about herself from a time of poor mental health. From acceptance to flexibility, Laura talks about how she feels grateful for what this period may bring, owing her perspective to a time when she was severely unwell. A warm, honest and positive listen, we hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did.

Today, Josh Patterson - extreme athlete, mental health advocate and host of Limitless Podcast - shares 5 remarkable people who have inspired him. From elite mountaineers to those who have not let disability define them, Josh showcases the power of perseverance and strength in today's episode. An uplifting and motivating listen!

Today we're joined by Venetia La Manna, producer, presenter and sustainability advocate.From creating your own products at home to staying away from fast fashion 'loungewear' trends, Venetia has all the tips to keep our planet and our local community at the heart of our daily lives. Venetia also chats about supporting local businesses by sourcing local fruit and veg, as well as the power of using food sharing apps in your neighbourhood. As we are all making adjustments to our 'new normal', this is a thoughtful and fantastic episode to keep our day-to-day as sustainable as possible.

Today’s episode is a special one, as we’re joined by the wonderful Jada Sezer - UN ambassador, body confidence activist and ambassador for Young Minds, the youth mental health charity. Jada’s top three tips encourage us to carve out space for a morning ritual to really nourish our bodies and our minds. Jada talks about keeping connected to your family, enjoying a light work out and doing the stuff that helps get you ready for the day - from making the bed to opening the curtains.

As a leading nutritionist, Rhiannon Lambert has spent her career helping people become healthier and happier with her delicious recipes and advice. Rhiannon was 41 weeks pregnant at the time of recording this, making her the perfect guest to talk on this subject. From listening to new podcasts and learning new recipes to doing something you love once a day, Rhiannon's top tips are great at keeping us feeling positive in isolation.

This episode is jam packed with actionable tips from author, fitness expert and our very own Well Far podcast host - Amy Lane. From looking after your back and posture whilst sitting to mindful moments to embrace, Amy’s got us covered with tips for looking after our bodies whilst in isolation.

In today’s episode, we hear from the wonderfully eloquent Tasha Bishop - founder of the Pants Project, activist, writer and host of Body Language Podcast. Tasha is very well placed to share the women that inspire her, as she interviews remarkable womxn for her podcast series. From Sarah Corbett - who used her craft to teach us feminism - to the eponymous heroine that our generation has come to love and know - Fleabag, Tasha explains why these women and the stories they tell are so important.

Author, illustrator and self proclaimed unicorn, Dom brings us positive and practical advice on how to work well at home. Paying close attention to the change in pace we’re all experiencing, Dom talks about the importance of routine, creating a positive work environment, minimising distraction and taking breaks that help you to refuel in-between work.

In a time where the pursuit of balance couldn’t be more relevant, Anna Mathur - psychotherapist, author and mother-of-three, shares her top tips on how to reframe anxiety. From awareness of our surroundings as a grounding technique to breath work, Anna’s calmness is contagious in this week's episode, and will no doubt help you better understand any anxiety you may have.