Talking Minds

Talking Minds

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  • ManUp Series with Ben Calder - Looking at the Male and Female dynamic from an Integral View Point - EP 27
    Ben Calder on
    Male and Female
    Integral Dynamics
     

    I am so please to have my good friend Ben Calder - Founder of Integral Health Shrewsbury, Life Force Qigong, Kinesiologist, Integral Relationships Facilitator, NLP Master Practitioner and all round great guy on the Man Up Series.


    Ben has his own story around relationships and we talk openly about the tools which have helped him navigate the world as a man and learn about relationships with self and others.

    Ben has been a font of knowledge and support to many including myself. When I was starting my practice Ben gave me a place to learn and connect through the Centre of Integral Health and I love Ben's openess, knowledge and eagerness to learn more about the human soul, spirit and body.

    I couldn't do this podcast without having him on as a guest.

    The founder of Integral Theory is contemporary American thinker and writer Ken Wilber who is often regarded as “the Einstein of consciousness” and some think his work is as much a game changer for the 21st century as Freud was for the 20th century in psychology or Einstein in physics.

    When Ben introduced me to his work it really helped with my practice as a Rapid Transformational Therapist. So it would be foolish not to look at the subject of relationships and male perceptions of self without including Integral theory.

    For those thinking this is heavy stuff it isn't, it does however allow you to understand that your are not on your own and we elevate through levels of conciousness on multiple planes.

    Sit back and relax. This is a listen if you want to understand that chattering voice and understand wwhy yoou are where you are.

    You can connect with Ben online:

    Ben has been working professionally in complementary health and wellbeing since 2003 with an interest that stems back over 30 years, initially as a way of helping himself.

    Ben uses an Integral approach to exploring health to ensure that any relevant aspects of mind/thought/emotion, body/behaviour/diet, relationships/culture and the impact of the environment are all considered when supporting wellbeing with his clients. He can then apply his multidisciplinary approach to help create a unique wellness path for each individual.

    Ben has taught and lectured on many subjects of health including kinesiology, Bowen Technique, Qigong and Integral Theory and is the founder of the Centre for Integral Health in Shrewsbury UK.

     

    https://bencalder.co.uk/

    https://www.facebook.com/bencalderintegralhealth

    https://instagram.com/bengcalder

    https://twitter.com/BenGCalder

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/bencalderintegralhealth/




    59 min
  • ManUp Series with Dan Atkins Talking Homelessness and Mental Health. How Kindness and Innovation Can Change Lives - EP 26

     

     

    Dan Atkins

     Founder and CEO of Buses4Homeless

     Dan is a hardworking Social Entrepreneur from New Zealand living and working in London creating amazing spaces to help homeless people by looking at the whole person not just their immediate needs.

     

    Dan has built on his life experience to found the Buses 4 Homeless project which helps transform homeless people’s lives in a unique and effective way. 


    Dan talks openly about his own mental health struggles after losing his brother to suicide shaped how he saw the world. How helping one person founded his purpose and how important all life is.

    His goal in life is to create solutions for age-old problems, to challenge the status quo and to leave a strong and lasting impact in people’s lives.


    Dan strongly believes the world needs more innovative solutions from social entrepreneurs like Buses4Homeless.


    Dan says “Being a Social Entrepreneur means you’re wired in a different way; concerned first and foremost with leaving people and the world in a better place; paying it forward to future generations".

    We couldn't agree more.

    I connected in with Dan through Morning Juice Show
    and knew immediately we needed to get him on the show and support his work.

    I am so please that he will also be a guest speaker on the 1st July at the very first RTT Symposium.

    If you are listening to this podcast and want to hear more then tickets are available on Event Brite by following the link below

    RTT symposium tickets

    Dan needs more support to help the most vulnerable in society so if you want to connect and find out how you can help then pop over to

    www.buses4homeless.org

    www.facebook.com/buses4homeless

    www.instagram.com/buses4homeless


    Don't forget to leave a comment and share this podcast and remember be kind and see peoples hearts.

    Simply noticing someone can change their lives.

    Enjoy!!!!!

    48 min
  • Mental Health in UK Policing Lifting the Lid with Lobby Thornton - EP 25

    Meet our Guest


    Steve (widely known as ‘Lobby’ - a proud Lancastrian) Thornton, is a retired Metropolitan Police Officer, having completed 30+ years, and has been working as a Civilian Senior Firearms Instructor for the last 5 years.

    Recent studies have shown that 1 in 4 Police Officers/Staff/Volunteers will experience mental illness and 1 in 5 will suffer from PTSD or Complex PTSD.


    Steve like myself is on a mission to not just bring more awareness around this important issue but to ensure the frontline get the support they deserve.

    Steve says:

    “My passion is the wellbeing of my colleagues; serving and retired as well as the families behind them who are often overlooked when it comes to welfare support.”

    Starting as a Cadet in 1982, Lobby joined the job in 1983 and began working in busy Inner London before transferring to SO19, the Met’s Firearms Unit in 1995. He then worked as an Operational Firearms Officer and is a National Police Firearms Instructor.

    Lobby is an experienced Post Incident Support Program Selected Instructor, a Welfare Coach for the Police Firearms Officers Association, an Ambassador for Police Care UK, a TRiM Manager, and a Founder member of the National Prevention of Police Suicides Group. Lobby is a very proactive and forthright Wellbeing Champion, working tirelessly on behalf of colleagues within the Met and elsewhere.


    Lobby like myself is keen to give the frontline the best care possible.

    Lobby set up Trojan Wellbeing in 2020 as a result of ongoing work supporting both colleagues and their families experiencing difficulties. It is widely recognised that mental health support is not as helpful as it could be from many senior managers, and there is an ever-growing need for Mental Health First Aid training to recognise the symptoms; as well as learning about how to signpost those seeking help.

    Trojan Wellbeing aims to provide MHFA trained officers throughout the forces, who will learn to proactively spot early warning signs and have the confidence to start a conversation with those who appear to be struggling. This in turn will create a wide-reaching peer support network and proactively supply support swiftly and accurately.

    Courses available


    TRiM - Trauma Management’ dealing with colleagues following a traumatic incident.

    Mental Health Fitness Screening - Self Awareness is key to a healthy life.

    Mental Health First Aid Training – MHFA England Instructor.

    Trojan Wellbeing Facebook community provides peer support access to colleagues going through similar experiences.


    Get in touch

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrojanWellbeing

    Mental Health Training for Emergency Responders Group


    My Story - I know what it is like so download my FREE e-Book 

     

     

    1 hr 12 min
  • ​​​A Seer, a Channeler Bobbie Richardson on The Awakeing of Humanity in 2021 - EP 24

     A Mum who found wisdom through spiritual guidance.

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    Bobbies passion is to align humanity goes without doubt and as more and more people become awakened Bobbie explains how our conscious left brain has been keeping us trapped for centuries and how many are now awakening their right brain and bringing new realities into their life.


    This one is not for the faint hearted as Bobbie explains our potential to ignite our natural abilities, that of the intuition and imagination, giving us new abilities which she calls the 3T's Telepathy, Telekinesis, Teleportation, and much more. Giving humanity a whole new perspective into our reality, one where we are all responsible for our own creations.

    She talks about her mission, connecting us back with Earth or Ghia. She explains how her magic and her connection with other beings of higher vibrations is teaching others how to take back their power, go within to create a world we all LOVE and are proud of.

    Bobbie says:

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    "I hold many codes through memories and feelings not only of past lives but also of stories shown to me of realities beyond this limited programming by benevolent beings. I have always seen (with my eyes) into the unseen and other realities as this gift was passed down through my DNA from my parents, especially my Mothers side as she also had the same gift.

     

    To fully awaken myself and to connect to source and the many dimensions that hold answers to our questions, I had to do the inner work, just like everyone else, clearing all programming that I was not enough. Through this clearing, I've learned a lot and can now help many others find themselves back to the amazing empowered humans we all are and to connect back into remembering we are all ONE."  Bobbie Richardson

     

    As a seer and channeler, Bobbie has been visited and taken to other dimensional realities. Her drive has taken her deep down the rabbit hole to finding out what humanity can become, having had many messages given to her.


    She talks about one of the most amazing events she has had in this reality. When she met a Cherokee Elder named Grandmother Pa'Ris'Ha from Ohio who took her hand in 2006 and talked to her telepathically for over an hour, this directed her attention into asking - 'What is humanities potential?' 

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    Her story has not only healed her own issues, but it has challenged herself to look at herself honestly, but she now, with the wisdom handed to her by other dimensional beings. is helping others who are ready to step out of the matrix to reach their own potential and reality.

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    We are all here to help humanity wake up to their potential and we invite you to join us as we explore this amazing journey.

     

    ​Connect with Bobbie

    Motivational Speaker

    Graphic and Fine Artist

    Author and Illustrator

    Singer-Songwriter

    Channeler, Seer and Visionary


    Where can you connect with Bobbie

    Website: https://www.codestoanewreality.com/
    You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BobbieRichardsonauthor
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbieAuthorSpeaker
    Quantum Elite Community:

    Bobby is part of the Quantum Elite Community and you can connect with her on this amazing platform just Go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/quantumelitecommunity

    Who Invited you Marcus Matthews

    1 hr 32 min
  • Actor and Singer Rachel Spencer talks about the link between Bullying and Mental Health - EP23

    An interview with Rachel Spencer about her BeeU Anti-Bullying Campaign - Shining the light on the link between bullying and mental health


    After spending years on the big screen, Manchester actress and singer, Rachel Spencer, is stepping out of the spotlight to shine a light on a harrowing issue faced by young people and adults across the UK.

    Rachel tells us about her BeeU anti-bullying campaign, launched to help minimise bullying, either in school, at home, or in the workplace.


    As a victim of bullying herself and knowing first hand the impact that had on her own mental health, we talk about the pressures young people and adults have, especially in the cut throat world of entertainment and why she is so passionate for people to be who they are.

    Rachel has been in the performing profession since the age of 9 starting in Oliver Twist at the Manchester Opera House, which led to large television roles in such programs as Coronation Street, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps and a 96 episode contract with the BBC in ‘Doctors’.


    Rachel switched between musical theatre and television and made plenty of contacts on the way.

    Please share this podcast and find out about the amazing work Rachel is doing


    Further Reading and Information

    Revive Magazine Interview

    Anti-bullying Campaign by BeeU - Sofia Speaks Out

    Leading the positive fight against bullying mental health
     
    ITV News - Casting agent visits schools in anti-bullying campaign


    Socials

    Website

    Facebook

    Instagram




    45 min
  • Menopause - Step into the next season with pride - EP22
    About Deborah Forsythe 

    Aesthetics and Early Career 

    Having qualified specialising in Accident and Emergency medicine she was at the forefront of acute trauma at The Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, eventually leading the medical team. 

    In the early 1980's, she moved to London with my family and continued to use her trauma experience in St Thomas' and Guys' Hospital emergency units. 

     

    Her interest in medical aesthetics stemmed from observing the distress caused by facial trauma during her time working in Belfast and London.  

    In the 1990s she had the privilege of working with several of the country's leading plastic surgeons. 

    Her field of expertise, non-surgical facial rejuvenation, age management and menopause, has been my passion for over 30 years. 

    She has been a clinical consultant for Q-Med, a leading biotechnology company, and Allergan, a leading pharmaceutical company, a founding member of the education team of the First Master's Degree in Medical Aesthetics at the University of Central Lancashire.  

    As a lecturer, trainer and expert in medical aesthetics and age management, she has maintained a pan-European portfolio for 20 years. 

     

    Menopause Expertise and Consultancy 

    Deb is a graduate of the Marion Gluck Academy, trained in hormone balancing therapy using Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy and body identical therapy.  

    Her interest in Menopause and related hormonal disturbances came from my own experience.  

    Despite knowing and understanding the process, when it happened to her it was chaos. She promised herself she would find the pathways to help other women have the opportunity to change their own experience and take control of their menopause in a productive way. Through her work, her clients regain their confidence and make informed decisions about their menopause transition. 

    Deb provides women with solutions, treatments and support to sleep well, feel well, be strong and healthy, to live their best lives and be their best selves - all whilst navigating the challenges of ageing, and dealing with the physical and mental issues that arise from their menopause. 

    She specialises in treating patients with a combination program of Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy and functional nutrition plans. Each program is planned for the specific individual needs of each of my patients. 

    Her methods have been tried, tested and shared with clients to achieve results. 

    Find out more

    https://www.dfclinics.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/DeborahForsytheMenopause/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-forsythe/
    https://www.instagram.com/deborahforsythemenopause/ 

    For further support and coach http://makeyourlifecount.co.uk

    1 hr 1 min
  • Menopause - Step into the next season with pride - EP22
    About Deborah Forsythe 

    Aesthetics and Early Career 

    Having qualified specialising in Accident and Emergency medicine she was at the forefront of acute trauma at The Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, eventually leading the medical team. 

    In the early 1980's, she moved to London with my family and continued to use her trauma experience in St Thomas' and Guys' Hospital emergency units. 

     

    Her interest in medical aesthetics stemmed from observing the distress caused by facial trauma during her time working in Belfast and London.  

    In the 1990s she had the privilege of working with several of the country's leading plastic surgeons. 

    Her field of expertise, non-surgical facial rejuvenation, age management and menopause, has been my passion for over 30 years. 

    She has been a clinical consultant for Q-Med, a leading biotechnology company, and Allergan, a leading pharmaceutical company, a founding member of the education team of the First Master's Degree in Medical Aesthetics at the University of Central Lancashire.  

    As a lecturer, trainer and expert in medical aesthetics and age management, she has maintained a pan-European portfolio for 20 years. 

     

    Menopause Expertise and Consultancy 

    Deb is a graduate of the Marion Gluck Academy, trained in hormone balancing therapy using Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy and body identical therapy.  

    Her interest in Menopause and related hormonal disturbances came from my own experience.  

    Despite knowing and understanding the process, when it happened to her it was chaos. She promised herself she would find the pathways to help other women have the opportunity to change their own experience and take control of their menopause in a productive way. Through her work, her clients regain their confidence and make informed decisions about their menopause transition. 

    Deb provides women with solutions, treatments and support to sleep well, feel well, be strong and healthy, to live their best lives and be their best selves - all whilst navigating the challenges of ageing, and dealing with the physical and mental issues that arise from their menopause. 

    She specialises in treating patients with a combination program of Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy and functional nutrition plans. Each program is planned for the specific individual needs of each of my patients. 

    Her methods have been tried, tested and shared with clients to achieve results. 

    Find out more

    https://www.dfclinics.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/DeborahForsytheMenopause/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-forsythe/
    https://www.instagram.com/deborahforsythemenopause/ 

    For further support and coach http://makeyourlifecount.co.uk

    1 hr 1 min
  • White Privilege and Suicide - Listen Before Your Judge - EP21

    Listen before you judge is key to this podcast


    This podcast seeks to find out why as a white man with perceived privilege I feel I have no voice, as a white man, why I feel more connected to discrimination because of my journey to the bottom of the valley.

    Why ego is killing more people, dividing more people and why we can't see through the lens of love.

    We are going into the rabbit hole to celebrate World Mental Health Day on October 10th so come join us - It will be our privilege to share this with you.

    On World Mental Health Day this podcast maybe the thing that gives someone permission to seek help, so please share, you may save a life.

    I also want to share my book which is available on Amazon, click the link below to read for Free

    Drowning in Anxiety

    #wmhd #wmhd2020





    55 min
  • Pain is inevitable, Suffering is a Choice - EP20 with Sara Goode

    Having Crohn's Disease and Ankylosing Spondylitis, meant Sara struggled with stress and chronic pain most of my life.

    It ended her career at BofA (BAML) and HSBC Asset Management, and the business that she started with her partner started when we left the city and moved back to North Wales in 2004.

    She speaks about how in 2015, in Critical Care on full life support for 4 weeks, then in hospital for a further 4 months, she left hospital in a worse physical and mental condition than ever before.

    So why is she so grateful for that event?!

    Because, it meant she was forced to change my life, find new, better ways of dealing with worry and pain.

    It was either give up, or get to work finding a solution, and with a 6 year old daughter, giving up was never going to be an option.

    Inspiring lady, inspiring coach and I hope this podcast will inspire you to reach out and start your own journey of discovery.

    47 min
  • Did I Experience God - EP19
    God, Universe can you hear it?

    Nothing is impossible but sometimes you ask!!!
    Where did that come from?

    This podcast is well, in fact I can't describe it.


    As a therapist I am always wanting to learn, knowing that we hold the answers and my next biggest challenge was to transform my body.

    Rapid Transformational Therapy is a great tool for this, so I have been working with the amazing Lauren Daniel Coach and RTT Therapist, colleague and friend.


    This journey has been strange but our session on 6th August 2020 was far from what we expected.

    In this podcast I will reveal the experience and let you decide what you think it means.

    I am simply relaying what happened and what my interpretation is or in fact isn't.

    Stay with me and enjoy the ride, you may need a lie down after.

    Profound and thought provoking I try to explain to Tracy what happened and answer the the question - Did I Experience God?

    Often the answers we are looking for are not what we expect.

     

    1 hr 18 min

About Talking Minds

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Welcome sit back relax for a little bit of reflection, introspection, and connection.

Join us in our authentic chats about how we navigate this world as humans.

Marcus Matthews and…