In this Episode Duncan Moore, Director of a Community Interest Company 'Let's Get Out' shares his insights and passion providing outdoor activities to Young People.  Activities incorporate: bushcraft, hiking, forest school and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, providing young people with the opportunity to explore that adventerous side within themselves, build on their confidence, resilience, communications skills and team building / working together skills. Being outside, being in nature - the natural environment, 'letting go' of tech/mobile phones - provides the space and place for young people to re-connect with others and enhance their overall wellbeing.  This is an invaluable listen and an experience that not only benefits our Young People, but can also benefit us 'grown ups' too.

Julie has an extensive background and experience working within HR and advising clients/employers on a variety of matters.  Through her own personal lived experience, Julie is so very passionate and a great advocate in raising awareness of mental health & wellbeing in the workplace.  In this Episode there are lots of questions we can be asking..... How are we supporting ourselves? How are we supporting our staff? Are line managers regularly 'checking in' with their staff to ensure that they are 'ok' or is it more  'checking-up'?  Are companies focussing / spending money on 'Health' as much as 'Safety' as part of the H&S budgets.  Simple steps and reasonable measures can make a huge difference to helping us to stay well and aid recovery.  Let's take care of ourselves, take care of each other and take care of our people.

Hope ......... we are now turning a corner

We will all experience emotional / mental health challenges at some point in our lives.  And with the arrival of Covid there have been so many additional challenges presented to us: loss of freedom, autonomy, jobs, loved ones, health and so many increased emotions of sadness, confusion, frustration, anger , worry and more.  As lockdown eases and as Hope increases with Spring unfolding and the roll out of vaccines, how are we adapting? What can workplaces consider as we 'return' to the workplace or not?  This is a great listen with Tricia sharing her wealth of experience and knowledge of what is going on 'out there'

"Trust that the Education will follow...."

Alison oversees the Children & Young Peoples division at an incredible Counselling Charity which provides much needed support within it's community and a number of secondary schools too.  In this Episode Alison shares her insights into the various challenges being faced by our young people; recent evidence based research showing the benefits of school counselling and the hope of a gentle transition back to school, acknowledging the variety of childrens circumstances and needs.

Believe you can.....

Be inspired.. CEO Nigel G Honey has had a successful career within TV and Film Post Production industry sectors.  In this Episode Nigel shares his experience of living with an invisible disabilty for some 20+ years, the challenges he faced, along with his drive and determination through the adversity of those less supportive.  Through his own experince, Nigel has a strong desire and is motivated to help others.  Nigel's Editing Academy provides the opportunity for others, like him, to make an impact and gain more inclusion within the TV & Film Post Production Sectors.

This is such an uplifting Episode that is sure to bring a smile and provide you with inspiration.  Nicholas shares insight into his own experience of mental health difficulties as a young man in the 80s and how he was able to work through some tough times with the help and support of good (and now life long) friends.  And because of his own experience, he is so very passionate about helping others to feel better and be able to open up conversations around mental health and wellbeing.    From early 2020 unbeknown to Nicholas an amazing journey was about to unfold - from Fancy Dress Friday fun time with his children dressing up to a Joe Wicks work out to sitting in on work meetings and daily activities as a Fancy Dress Super Hero, Film star and other surprising fun characters within the work-place, bringing much needed joy to work colleauges, to friends and within his community.   

Nicholas has been raising £1000s and continues to raise money for 6 charities close to his heart (some local / national), one of which is the NHS (see justgiving). 

Perhaps unsurprisingly these uplifting & fundraising activities during 2020 and into 2021 attracted much media attention which included Nicholas joining Zoe Ball on Radio 2 and BBC Breakfast live to million of viewers.

How have you adapted? How are you adapting? and what are you considering going forwards?

Whether you are part of a business or running your own business marketing will be an integral part to your overall success.  Sophie shares her own personal journey and provides professional insights into the challenges of the past year and how to adapt to changing circumstances and at times the unknown.  And as a mum of two, like many of us, Sophie has had to juggle the demands of work, homelife, schooling  and all that that entails - we talk about that all important work life balance.

Some 10 years ago Patrick had a heart attack and was in a coma for four days - this was a pivotal time in his life for him to commence a journey of change.  Business had been going very well, but life had also been extremely hectic, stressful with an ongoing continuous demanding workload - things had to change.  Patrick attended various development programs including being a student of Tony Robins and as his knowledge and understanding grew he felt something was missing... he created  "The Code of 3" a 3 point simple system that significantly helped to create lasting change with: Focus (around Health, Relationships, Personal Growth & Finances), Balance and Purpose.

A great listen, very thought provoking and may help you to embark on a journey of change.

Some questions we can ask ourselves....What do we want?  Why? What is being happy?

Enhancing your Health and Wellbeing.  Be inspired to try something different and experience the joy and laughter with this wonderful and very talented lady... Lauren Silver.  Lauren's creativity, charm, warmth and wealth of experience enables her to help people, teams, workplaces, schools and other community settings come together, re-energise, re-connect and find the joy and laughter (increasing those 'good' near chemicals) helping us and each other to feel good.  Lauren has performed is the most incredible venues, such as the Sydney Opera House, Edinburgh Fringe and Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts.

Some years ago Emma's son sadly lost his dad to suicide and through the experience of this sad loss, with lack of support and knowledge she was driven to gain greater understanding of how we all uniquely manage and experience loss of a significant person in our lives and help others.  We touch on the myths around the 'expected' griefing process and the additional loss of our plans, hopes and dreams and managing anticipated grief / loss of a loved one too.

This Episode was recorded just before Christmas 2020 - a time when our memories and feelings can be heightened by those who are no longer with us.  Let's open up more conversations around grief and loss and be able to talk openly about the people who are no longer with us.