Walk and Talk

Join Sue as she exchanges thoughts with Tom, an expert in the fitness and rehab industry, whose method links movement behaviours with personal behaviours. They discuss how movement is a form of expression – intrinsically connected to how we relate to the world around us. Tom shares his thoughts on memory, overcoming fear, self-esteem and problem solving.

Join Sue and Tania as they introduce the wonderful concept of keeping a ‘Ta Da’ list; distinct from a ‘To Do’ list. How do we propel our wellbeing wish list into an action list that helps us prioritise positively in our life? This uplifting practice involves guilt free, bite size activities that ensure we are continuously flourishing. The ‘Ta Da’ list can embed mindful habits and be a lot of fun in the process. Listen along, as the pair share ideas to include on your new favourite list!

Be transported to the ocean as Sue strolls and contemplates the practice of goal setting.  She ponders the teleological nature of humans and how we work towards accomplishing set tasks. She encourages us to include even the ‘small things’ as goals, reading a new genre of book or ticking a movie off our viewing list. Sue considers perception in this process; understanding the ‘why’ behind each goal is how we expand on our sense of meaning and purpose.

In this robust chat, Sue and Aaron agree on how simply thinking and talking about values enlightens and energises people. They discuss how over the course of a lifetime our values will change. Tap in as theyenthusiastically ponder how being aware and intentional with language plays out in our relationships as well as shaping our internal dialogue.

When an individual reaches a personal goal, the ripple effect of their achievement inspires and motivates others. Sue’s colleague Tania unpacks her experience of running the recent Royal Parks half Marathon in London. The pair discuss emotional awareness in relation to physical movement. They ponder the connection to ‘atmospheric energy’ during a large-scale community event and the support we can draw from it. They share their love of science and how it can encourage us to better understand and savour such moments and continue to thrive.

In this walk and talk, Sue ponders another aspect underpinning the science of emotions, positive psychology, and neuroscience. She shines a light on the expression of noticing, the practice of spotting and savouring something new. When we truly pay attention to our surroundings and welcome curiosity, it brings another dimension to our wellbeing. Sue's excitement for this daily art form is infectious and encourages us all to open our mind's eye to what we gain when we truly care to notice.

Join Sue as she chats with Christian, a thought leader and expert in the alignment of coaching and positive psychology. He shares how the two fields fit together and can unlock potential, build on people’s strengths, enhance wellbeing, and help us achieve our optimal potential. Sue engages Christian on topics such as hope, gratitude, and the all-important art of noticing.

What exactly are our basic psychological needs, and how are they met in the current world situation? Sue and Tania unpack self-determination theory in the context of the Pandemic. Together they consider how autonomy, competence and relatedness have been nudged due to lockdowns and working from home. They ponder the shift to virtual communication and the varying impacts on mindset, along with mixed reactions to returning to the office.

What elements contribute to our personal sense of meaning? In this episode, Sue walks and talks listeners through finding meaning in life… first prompting us to consider how this discussion is distinct from finding the meaning of life. Sue unpacks the concept within the framework of psychology-based research. She reflects on the three pillars of meaning as defined by Martela and Steger: coherence, purpose, and significance.

Sue responds to audience questions – enlightening us with her knowledge of positive psychology, based on the science, research, and evidence. She answers queries about affirmations, negativity bias, language and neuroscience. This sparks further interest in growth mindset, our emotional states, and energy levels. Sue asks us to consider which neural pathways we are firing most regularly and how this effects outcomes.