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[Storytime] "Connection and community are vital for mental health and wellness": The Story of Listening Ears Charity - with Founder, Toyin Ogunbanjo
Summary
In this episode of the Storytellers and Changemakers podcast, host Eme Bassey interviews Toyin Ogunbanjo, founder of Listening Ears charity. They discuss the origins of the charity, the personal calling that led Toyin to start it at the age of 50, and the various challenges and successes she has encountered along the way. The conversation highlights the importance of community support, the impact of isolation on health, and the various initiatives Listening Ears has implemented to help the elderly. Toyin shares inspiring stories of miracles and funding successes, as well as the importance of connection and wellness in combating loneliness. The episode concludes with Toyin's call for support for her charity and her passion for helping others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Listening Ears Charity
02:40 The Calling Behind the Charity
05:08 The Journey of Establishing Listening Ears
07:38 The Impact of Listening Ears
10:19 Feel Good Fridays and Community Engagement
12:36 The Importance of Connection and Support
14:57 Addressing Loneliness and Isolation
17:44 Celebrating Milestones and Achievements
20:27 The Importance of Connection
22:31 Miracles and Funding Stories
32:40 Impact of Listening Ears on Service Users
39:58 Challenges and Fulfillment in Charity Work
41:28 The Pursuit of Excellence in Reporting
45:15 Navigating Burnout in Charity Work
48:57 Managing Expectations and Attitude
51:00 Finding Motivation to Keep Going
53:34 Supporting Community Initiatives
Takeaways
Listening Ears was founded in 2006, coinciding with Toyin's 50th birthday.
Toyin felt a calling to comfort the hurting despite her own struggles.
The charity started with minimal funding and grew through community support.
Feel Good Fridays aim to reduce isolation among the elderly.
Isolation has severe health impacts, killing more than smoking.
Toyin shares miraculous funding stories that helped sustain the charity.
Connection and community are vital for mental health and wellness.
Toyin emphasizes the importance of clear vision in overcoming challenges.
Burnout is a common issue in charity work, but passion drives perseverance.
Support for Listening Ears can come through donations and community engagement.
Keywords
Listening Ears Charity, Toyin Ogunbanjo, charity, community support, isolation, Loneliness, mental health, wellness, fundraising, elderly care, Feel Good Project, Storytime
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By Eme Bassey
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Summary
In this episode of the Storytellers and Changemakers podcast, host Eme Bassey interviews Toyin Ogunbanjo, founder of Listening Ears charity. They discuss the origins of the charity, the personal calling that led Toyin to start it at the age of 50, and the various challenges and successes she has encountered along the way. The conversation highlights the importance of community support, the impact of isolation on health, and the various initiatives Listening Ears has implemented to help the elderly. Toyin shares inspiring stories of miracles and funding successes, as well as the importance of connection and wellness in combating loneliness. The episode concludes with Toyin's call for support for her charity and her passion for helping others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Listening Ears Charity
02:40 The Calling Behind the Charity
05:08 The Journey of Establishing Listening Ears
07:38 The Impact of Listening Ears
10:19 Feel Good Fridays and Community Engagement
12:36 The Importance of Connection and Support
14:57 Addressing Loneliness and Isolation
17:44 Celebrating Milestones and Achievements
20:27 The Importance of Connection
22:31 Miracles and Funding Stories
32:40 Impact of Listening Ears on Service Users
39:58 Challenges and Fulfillment in Charity Work
41:28 The Pursuit of Excellence in Reporting
45:15 Navigating Burnout in Charity Work
48:57 Managing Expectations and Attitude
51:00 Finding Motivation to Keep Going
53:34 Supporting Community Initiatives
Takeaways
Listening Ears was founded in 2006, coinciding with Toyin's 50th birthday.
Toyin felt a calling to comfort the hurting despite her own struggles.
The charity started with minimal funding and grew through community support.
Feel Good Fridays aim to reduce isolation among the elderly.
Isolation has severe health impacts, killing more than smoking.
Toyin shares miraculous funding stories that helped sustain the charity.
Connection and community are vital for mental health and wellness.
Toyin emphasizes the importance of clear vision in overcoming challenges.
Burnout is a common issue in charity work, but passion drives perseverance.
Support for Listening Ears can come through donations and community engagement.
Keywords
Listening Ears Charity, Toyin Ogunbanjo, charity, community support, isolation, Loneliness, mental health, wellness, fundraising, elderly care, Feel Good Project, Storytime