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Adversity to Advantage

Adversity to Advantage

By Petra Velzeboer

Petra Velzeboer was raised in a religious cult with no education that erased her identity and future. Through depression, anxiety, alcohol dependence and suicidal thoughts she reached her rock bottom by age 25. Today her goal is to help others who are near their rock bottom to learn the fast track for improving their lives! Join Petra as she interviews people from all walks of life about their journey to discovering that their superpowers are nurtured in their pain and their success is crafted through their story.
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Adversity to AdvantageJul 02, 2018

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156. Buy In From The Top with Geoff McDonald
Dec 06, 202033:48
155. Tactics for Creating a Happier Workforce with Samantha Clarke

155. Tactics for Creating a Happier Workforce with Samantha Clarke

‘It’s not going back to business as normal, we’re in a very new era now and If you’re not stretching yourself to meet that you will get left behind’

Samantha Clarke is an amazing friend of mine,  Happiness Consultant, TedX speaker and Author of Love it or Leave it . She advices global companies on Happiness at Work and supports people’s conscious decisions to either Love it or Leave it!

She is full of innovative advice for employers and employees on finding happiness in our work as well as providing practical tips on how we can all adjust to the change born from the pandemic!

We get practical on topics such as:

  • Finding the opportunity in change and disruption
  • Creating safe spaces for employees to be vulnerable
  • Steps to becoming a change maker
  • Challenging your belief system and evaluating your achievements
  • Physical & Mental Health signs that it is time for change
  • Widening our networks and making new contacts
  • Balancing head and heart decisions
  • Managing loneliness during the pandemic
  • Championing your people to deliver their best
  • Creating that work / life definition
  • Preventing tech fatigue and creating wiser practices

Find out more by connecting with Samantha on Linkedin and you can see her full personal story in Episode 11 titled:  How Badly do you Want it .

Find out more by connecting with Samantha on Linkedin and hear more about our mental health work at Petra Velzeboer Ltd. 

You can catch a previous interview with Samantha How Badly do you Want it

Further Resources mentioned in this episode::

Micro Mentor

Life Coach Directory

Love it or Leave it 

Nov 29, 202049:14
154. Coming out and the new normal with Matthew Clements

154. Coming out and the new normal with Matthew Clements

“When I came out…..I had completely unconditional support and love and I realised that’s sadly not the case for everyone”


I feel very privileged to interview Matthew Clements. Matthew is the Senior diversity and inclusion advisor at Herbert Smith Freehills and i have had the pleasure of working with him through the partnership between Medigold  and PVL where i have been supporting the Mental Health strategy and training of HSF.

We discuss Mental health and his Matthew goes deep on his own experience of mental health and coming out to his family and friends.

We cover other topics such as:

  • Challenges of mental health in the workplace
  • HSF Thrive Strategy
  • The evolution of how businesses understand mental health
  • Promoting an inclusive culture
  • Mental health champions
  • Adapting to needs during the pandemic
  • The build up to coming out to family and friends
  • No longer being able to hide / the loss of control
  • The benefits of coming out
  • Looking back on yourself with kindness
  • The ripple effects of shared stories & experiences
  • Creating impact through authenticity
  • Diversity & Inclusion in the workplace
  • The mental health silver lining in the pandemic
  • The need for organisations to step up mental health strategy
  • Agile & remote working
  • Non-negotiables around self-care

Connect with Matthew on Linkedin and hear more about our mental health work at Petra Velzeboer Ltd. 

Nov 22, 202038:23
153. Fill Your Cup with Hannah Meredith

153. Fill Your Cup with Hannah Meredith

“You really can’t pour from an empty cup. You need to make sure you are ok first”

Ranked as one of the top 10 companies to work for by The Sunday Times and recently shortlisted for the REBA wellbeing awards,  Hannah Meredith leads the way on Health and Wellbeing for MVF Global

We discuss the current and long-lasting impact  of the pandemic on employees and their mental health and Hannah lends practical advice on how employers can implement mental health strategies.

Hannah also opens up about her personal  struggles with anxiety how she’s learned to manage these effectively.

We cover topics such as:

  • The impact of providing constant support on People Teams
  • The longterm effects of covid-19 on mental health
  • Home working and creating boundaries to thrive
  • Company initiatives during lockdown to support mental health
  • Understanding the needs of your workforce
  • Cultivating an open culture
  • The daily struggle anxiety struggle
  • Practicing Self-awareness and coping strategies
  • The importance of connection
  • The Pandemic and relationships
  • Aiming for prevention
  • The opportunities arising from Covid

Connect with Hannah on Linkedin and hear more about our mental health work at Petra Velzeboer Ltd. 

Nov 16, 202040:53
152. Pandemic Baby: Thoughts on leading by example with Selena Alcover

152. Pandemic Baby: Thoughts on leading by example with Selena Alcover

‘We have to adapt with the changing times and we have to adapt to what are employees are needing’

So excited to speak with Selena Alcover who is an Employee Experience Manager at National Grid.

We discuss the impact of the current pandemic on employees and Selena offers tangible advice to leaders on supporting their workforce through these challenging times as well as opening up about her own personal struggle of becoming a first time parent in the midst of a pandemic.

We go deep on:

  • Remembering to ask for advice and help
  • Stress and new challenges caused by the pandemic
  • Adapting to the changing needs of employees
  • The shared experience of the pandemic
  • Leading by example and promoting work/life balance
  • Driving mental health conversations and championing open culture in the workplace
  • How to support employees during maternity
  • Managing maternity cover dynamics
  • The benefits of remote working
  • Self -care during the pandemic

Connect with Selena on Linkedin and hear more about our mental health work at Petra Velzeboer Ltd. 



Nov 09, 202049:05
151. Off work with poor mental health - an employee experience and what helps with Tony Nneke

151. Off work with poor mental health - an employee experience and what helps with Tony Nneke

‘I would say to anyone, speak and there is bravery in that even if you are vulnerable ‘

Tony Nneke is Chair of Oracle UKIE Cultural Harmony Network and passionate about Diversity and Inclusion as well as mental health.

Tony  talks openly about needing to take time off work due to poor mental health and how leaders helped or hindered his experience in the workplace.

We go deep on:

  • Practicing vulnerability at work
  • The need to create supportive and safe environments in the workplace
  • Engaging in mental health conversations in the workplace
  • Impact of mental health on productivity
  • Opening up to management and colleagues
  • The feeling of shame around mental health
  • The Power of Conversation
  • Childhood experiences of mental health
  • Recognising the trigger points and the ongoing journey
  • Finding your own balance and boundaries

Connect with Tony on Linkedin and hear more about our mental health work at Petra Velzeboer Ltd.

Nov 01, 202055:58
150. Invest in Your People - Advice from 20 Years in the Military with Jules Parke-Robinson
Oct 26, 202048:16
149. Young People and Our Workforce with Sayce Holmes - Lewis
Oct 19, 202042:41
148. Mental Health at Work- A CEO on How to Lead by Example with David Allard
Oct 11, 202047:53
147.How to Build Team Mental Health with Rondette Amoy Smith

147.How to Build Team Mental Health with Rondette Amoy Smith

The most important question you can ask someone, is the simplest, it’s “How are you?”

I am so excited for this new season where we focus 10 episodes on mental health at work and the people that champion this conversation with organisations.

Rondette Smith is an executive director in Human Capital Management at Goldman Sachs. A member of the Diversity & inclusion team, she oversees the Black & Asian talent strategies across Europe, the Middle East & Africa. She is also part of our advisory board and works closely with the Petra Velzeboer Ltd team to help us advise companies on their mental health agenda.

Rondette knows the crucial importance of mental health in the workplace and her personal story of a boyfriend being sectioned after going missing, hits to the heart of why  she is passionate about this topic.

We discuss topics such as:

  • The changing narrative around mental health globally
  • The impact of the C-19 Pandemic on Mental Health
  • What companies can be doing to support their employees
  • How to Lead by Example
  • Creating effective forums where people can express themselves and learn
  • Communicating your mental health parameters - what’s your ask?
  • Home working & Mental Health
  • The importance of Exercise and time out
  • Dealing with personal trauma in the workplace
  • Burnouts & non-negotiables
  • Creating psychological safety with your team
  • The detrimental effect of the lack of human contact during C-19
  • Long term effects of C-19 on the workplace
  • Supporting the race conversation

Connect with Rondette on Linkedin and join the conversation at Petra Velzeboer Ltd. 

Oct 04, 202050:26
146. Do I have a Drinking Problem with Sam Church

146. Do I have a Drinking Problem with Sam Church

“I  remember laying face down shirt ripped, phone gone, money gone and thinking if I lay here long enough il just die”

Totally relating to Sam’s story of his descent into alcoholism and the shame associated with it, I just  HAD to get Sam Church on the A2A podcast to share his journey with me.

Sam is a Mental Health Advocate, Sales Professional and Co-Founder of MENtality.

Having lived the majority of his life with poor mental health and still having to work on this on a daily basis Sam knows first-hand what it’s like to feel the pain of poor Mental Health.

Battling addiction, not sleeping, poor nutrition and closing off from the world was a daily routine for over a decade. Essentially Sam could not see a way out and fundamentality didn’t know how.

Today Sam leads a different life. Overcoming this adversity and changing his life completely Sam now wants to give others the education that he didn’t have.

We go deep on topics such as:

  • MENtality
  • Self-isolation
  • Fascination of alcohol from a young age
  • The Trauma trigger
  • Path to alcohol
  • Masking the addiction
  • The catalyst moment for change
  • Genetic predispositions
  • Growth mindset
  • Changing the habit and replacing the urge
  • Non- negotiables to maintain being your best self
  • Mediation & journaling
  • Aligning your environment

Connect with Sam and learn more about MENtality  Instagram , Linkedin

Aug 10, 202044:52
145. Becoming Superhuman with Gavin Johnson
Aug 02, 202045:53
144. Addiction Recovery with Enton Barefoot
Jul 27, 202046:28
143. Living with Schizophrenia with Wesley Alston
Jul 20, 202036:11
142. Practical tips for Elite Performance with Dr Philip Hopley
Jul 12, 202032:51
141. Lessons for Life with Matthew Zinman
Jul 05, 202040:10
140. De-stress Your Body with Geeta Sidhu-Robb
Jun 28, 202031:36
139. Starbucks Finance Director on Mental Fitness
Jun 22, 202036:44
138. The Bucket List Guy Travis Bell
Jun 07, 202037:16
137. The Legendary Geoff McDonald on Mental Health
May 31, 202034:06
136. Successfully Living with Autism with Michael Barton
May 25, 202030:36
135. Our Body Impacts Our Mental Health with Johnny Quinn Alston
May 17, 202049:27
134.Actor Danny Rahim built his resilience as a Young Carer
May 10, 202052:10
133. Surviving My Son's Suicide with Beverley Bishop
May 03, 202045:07
132. Adapting to Crisis with Minter Dial
Apr 26, 202045:10
131. What’s the Point of God with Scott Shay

131. What’s the Point of God with Scott Shay

“If we all just don’t self-deify, then this world would be a better place”

Scott Shay is the co-founder of an American Bank and author of In Good Faith: Questioning Religion and Atheism, a book which explores the most common atheist critiques of the Bible and religion, incorporating Jewish, Christian, and Muslim voices.

In this episode Scott shares with me his belief systems around religion and the driving force behind writing his book.

We cover:

  • Generational trauma - The son of a Holocaust survivor
  • The resilience gene
  • Realising your meaning in life
  • Misconceptions of the bible
  • Re-evaluation of religion and of atheism
  • Cults, Idolatry and false prophets
  • Why is it important to have a belief in god?
  • Belief systems
  • What can a belief in god give you

Check out Scott’s book - In Good Faith: Questioning Religion and Atheism 

You can find out more about Scott and connect with him at Scottshay.com , Facebook

Apr 19, 202047:56
130. When I Die Take My Panties with Jen Coken
Apr 12, 202052:05
129. Unlocking Human Potential in Virus Times with Sam Kiani
Apr 04, 202001:04:44
128. Surviving my Father’s Suicide with Paul McGregor

128. Surviving my Father’s Suicide with Paul McGregor

“It’s not just one phase, it’s not just one stereotype. It can affect anyone”

When Paul McGregor lost his father to suicide it left him with unanswered questions and he struggled to process grief in a world where silence is revered as a man’s way of coping.

His father had been so perfect; he ran religiously, read self-help books, had a career and a happy family. Without knowing anything about mental health, it seemed to Paul that everything descended into chaos fast, as he visited his father in a  depressing mental institution where he eventually was released, taking his life soon after.

After lots of confusion, Paul took up therapy and educated himself on mental illness and how to talk so he could process the grief. Over time he’s found purpose in his pain and now delivers his message of hope as a mental Health Speaker, Advocate & Author and is driven to create change by normalising mental health conversations and breaking down the stigma that surrounds conversations about our minds and emotions.

This is a hopeful conversation covering grief and life after suicide. We cover:

Mar 29, 202030:42
BONUS! Find the Opportunity in Covid-19
Mar 25, 202014:50
127.How to Fix Depression with Tony Loyd

127.How to Fix Depression with Tony Loyd

“I cannot succeed at connecting and succeed at contributing if i am not taking care of thriving”

Tony Loyd is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and coach. He helps purpose-driven business leaders to thrive so that they can connect and contribute at deeper levels.

In 2018 Tony’s friend asked him  'How are you?’ ~ For the first time Tony chose to admit to his current state of depression. This realisation led him to many moments of despair and overwhelm, but after being introduced to Johann Hari’s - The Lost Connections , Tony realised that the hope for a better future was actually within his control, off the back of this he committed himself to living a year of personal bests.

We discuss topics such as:

  • The impact of family dynamics on later life
  • Coping with violence in the home
  • Resilience - Are we born with it or do we develop it?
  • Developing a growth mindset
  • Holding a mirror up to ourselves
  • Admitting to depression
  • Taking action over the cause of depression
  • Showing up & being fully you
  • Creating boundaries to protect our wellbeing
  • Thrive, Connect, Contribute
  • Practicing self reflection
  • Remembering to focus and invest in ourselves - Thrive First!

You can grab yourself a FREE copy of Tony’s Best Selling  book-  Crazy Good Advice by emailing Tony via his website Tonyloyd.com and mentioning ‘ADVERSITY TO ADVANTAGE’

Connect with Tony further on the following social platforms

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyloyd/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyloyd/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TonyLoyd

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/tonyloyd

Mar 22, 202055:33
Bonus! Manage Your Mindset During Covid-19

Bonus! Manage Your Mindset During Covid-19

'These are the times that we train for'

If you're getting overwhelmed by all the news coming at us about how bad the world is and need a reminder of what's in your control then this episode is for you.

The impact of Covid-19 mentally and emotionally is unprecedented and it's easy to get caught up in fear and worry about what will become of us all. This episode reminds us of the mindset that will get us through these times and allow us to focus on gratitude, connection and what's truly important in life!

If we've been investing in ourselves over the years, training our brain in gratitude, focussing our attention on developing a growth mindset, then this time is space for that resolve to be tested. Will your rise or will you let it overwhelm you?  The choice is yours.

I offer advice on how to support those around you in compassion, to reach out to friendships and remind yourself of what's truly important in life. In a world of consumerism, relentless hustle and drive, there may just be a blessing to be found in slowing down and supporting each other!

Remember that isolation can be just has hard for many of us as being physically ill. Try FaceTiming so that people can see you and feel closer connection rather than just texting, reaching out to the elderly in your area to see if they need support and try modelling a growth mindset to your children and disrupt the everything's-bad conversation by asking people what they're grateful for!

Mar 18, 202022:11
126. How to help a Suicidal Man with Ben Akers
Mar 15, 202051:33
125. Broken Family to Mindshift Movement with Allen Johnson

125. Broken Family to Mindshift Movement with Allen Johnson

“My mum and dad should never have been together, they shouldn’t have been a couple” Instead of fond childhood memories, Allen Johnson recalls the volatile relationship of his parents which led to his mother leaving the family home, childhood anxiety, feelings of despair and a father who abused alcohol. With no clear career or life direction, Allen turned to petty crime, avoided school and eventually was forced to move in with his grandparents. At his lowest, with no role models to help him figure a way out,  Allen thought of ending it all. Slowly Allen was exposed to new ways of thinking and investing in his personal development, giving him the courage to make the impulsive decision to start a business when he and his fiancé had a baby on the way. This episode explores how trauma can show up in our lives and what we can do to consciously make a change. We go deep on topics such as: The longterm affects of a dysfunctional childhood Living with anxiety The impact of his mother leaving Growing up with an alcoholic parent Quest for Personal development Cultivating change How trauma shows up Finding good in situations Being a healthier version of yourself - with no blueprint for health as a child Anxiety coping mechanisms Move to entrepreneurship You can connect with Allen in the following ways: Podcast - The MindShift Movement Facebook Page - AJ Fitness & Mindset Coaching Website - ajfitmindcoaching.co.uk Instagram - @ajfitmindcoaching
Mar 08, 202053:45
124.Cycles of Abuse with Author & Speaker Jonathan Macdonald
Mar 04, 202001:12:50
123. Cocaine Addiction with Tim Love

123. Cocaine Addiction with Tim Love

I don’t have a problem with alcohol or drugs, I have a problem with me and life and alcohol and drugs are my solution to it”

Tim Love is a musician who started experimenting with drugs and alcohol in his late teens. Frequent use made him feel more interesting and brave at parties and like a rock star on stage leading eventually to many rock-bottom points that would almost cost him his wife and children.

An honest and open conversation about the joys and costs of addiction discussed from one addict to another.

We go deep on topics such as:
- The musical hustle
- Are we born addicts or are we made?
- Getting sober is only the first step – we then have to LIVE with all the feelings that life offers
- Breakdown and recovery
- The shame of being an addicted parent
- The connection between trauma and addiction
- How to live one day at a time
- Our personal approach to self care
- Nurturing a gratitude practice
- Practicing honesty no matter what

Connect with Tim Love on Instagram at @timloveguitar
Feb 24, 202049:44
122. Hypnosis and IEMT trauma therapy with Matt Kendall

122. Hypnosis and IEMT trauma therapy with Matt Kendall

Matt Kendall is an IEMT Trainer and Practitioner. Having studied NLP and Hypnotherapy for over 10 years, Matt has a wealth of experience dealing with clients with a range of issues including trauma and anxiety. Matt's main focus is working with clients with social anxiety and low self esteem. Using IEMT (Integral Eye Movement Therapy) he helps his clients to reduce anxiety and treat negative memories and trauma.  Matt is also the founder of the largest NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Psychology and Hypnosis Meetup group in the World. Interesting Talks London attracts speakers to talk on therapy and self development.  An interesting conversation about alternative trauma therapy! We discuss: Hypnotherapy beginnings Mindset Vs Skillset Integral Eye Movement Therapy (IEMT) Emotion extremes and the importance of finding that ‘normal’ range Re-processing Trauma Change work Vs Care & Support Experimenting and finding what works for you. You can find out more about Matt and IEMT on his Website https://www.iemtacademy.com/ and see his work on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/iemtacademy And also connect with him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/iemtacademy/ , Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iemtacademy/ and LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/themattkendall/
Feb 17, 202001:04:05
121. Self Care Vs Laziness

121. Self Care Vs Laziness

So sometimes I get overwhelmed with new information and just need to figure out stuff for myself. After an evening switching off watching a boxset cause my body was overwhelmed with work, I felt lazy and maybe even worse off than when I started! This rant is me wondering if there is another way to look at self-care and get myself feeling great again. Why is it I push myself to the absolute limit and then have nothing left in me but the CRASH button! For anyone who’s ever wondered what balance could look like for them, I go deep on: How I boost my mental state Flipping the excuses into action Recognising exhaustion and what our body needs Fight or flight mode vs peace Our inner critic telling us we’re lazy Importance of routines & habits for investing in ourselves Experimenting with Self Care & Self Compassion Practising being present Being conscious instead of numbing our feelings Putting steps in place to avoid overwhelm Entrepreneurship hustle and a way to stay sane Connect with me on Instagram @PetraVelzeboer
Feb 10, 202036:45
120. Introducing My Boyfriend David Taylor!!

120. Introducing My Boyfriend David Taylor!!

AAAaaahhh so today I’m introducing David Taylor, my boyfriend!

We’ve been in a relationship for the past 6 months and decided, what better way to explore what a healthy relationship could be than by using our real live situation as review material!

It’s a scary conversation to post because we’re not experts but we’ve both been in toxic relationships and really want to come at this one from a place of total honesty, personal responsibility and openness to the possibility of a healthy relationship no matter what is in our past.

What better way to think about adversity than the adversity that shows up in relationships! It’s a place where a mirror is held up to us so closely that we can either learn at a faster rate than ever before or get triggered into a spiral of self-worth or trauma issues! We’ve been dancing between both but are talking the whole way trying to review and learn. I hope you love the show!

We cover:

Radical honesty

What we’ve learned from past relationships

Recognising our own patterns and taking responsibility

Our first date!

Talking about our mental health early on

Nurturing a growth mindset in relationships

Commitment phobias - Petra’s boomeranging behaviours

Testing the boundaries of our relationship

Vulnerability in saying the ‘L’ word

The hardest parts of our relationship - from each perspective

Our first argument

Practicing accountability within relationships

Daily reviewing for learning

Facing fears and letting go within our relationship

Dealing with trauma triggered by safety

Our hopes for the future

Creating a collaborative environment

What are your biggest relationship challenges? Can you see yourselves in our discussion? What’s the biggest thing you’ve learned within relationships? Find me on Instagram or LinkedIn and let me know your thoughts :)

@PetraVelzeboer
www.linkedin.com/in/petra-velzeboer/
Feb 03, 202001:17:01
119. How to Recover from an Eating Disorder with Laura Hearn

119. How to Recover from an Eating Disorder with Laura Hearn

I wanted to take my life a few times, I crashed my car, I fainted on the tube’ Laura Hearn has spent most of her life living a parallel life. Battling with Anorexia since her teens, Laura struggled with thoughts of suicide, self- punishment and extreme loneliness brought on by her eating disorder. Her turning point came through her mother selling her house to fund an 8 month stay in the States on a recovery programme where she discovered her true meaning and purpose outside of anorexia. Laura is now in recovery and runs a global peer support community, connecting everyone affected by an eating disorder or mental health issue. Join me for this honest and open discussion with Laura on topics such as: Living a Parallel life Relapsing Characteristics of an anorexia sufferer Effects of trauma Self punishment Secrets and shame Gratitude born from Anorexia Being let down by the NHS The Loneliness of Anorexia American recovery programme Discovering meaning & purpose Nourishment for the soul and mind in order to recover Tools to maintain mental health Importance of relationships You can learn more about Laura and her amazing work by visiting jiggsyplace.com
Jan 27, 202037:08
118. How to Thrive after Unimaginable Grief with Dorothy Mulanda
Jan 20, 202001:10:26
117. The Purpose of Hearing Voices with Don Karp

117. The Purpose of Hearing Voices with Don Karp

“Eventually I flipped out so bad that I purposely drove a car off the road” Hearing voices and diagnosed with Paranoid Schizophrenia, Don Karp endured many mental hospital stays before breaking free and carving out a life in New Mexico. In this podcast Don shares his honest experiences of mental health challenges, the stigma surrounding Paranoid Schizophrenia and shares his advice and tools for coping and living a good life. We go deep on topics such as: Leaving a legacy Childhood self-perception Navigating ‘fitting in’ Paranoia through drug use Hearing voices and understanding their purpose Admission to mental hospitals Managing a mental illness & the stigma attached Building resilience Being self-aware The need for Community support  Tools to support mental health  The negative side of the medicalised approach to mental health Please join me for this honest and exciting episode! You can connect with Don further at DonKarp.com
Jan 13, 202047:22
116. New Year New You! - Goal Setting for 2020 with Sian Winfield

116. New Year New You! - Goal Setting for 2020 with Sian Winfield

‘How can I become a better version of myself, for me & the people around me’ Welcome to 2020! I discuss everything goal & intention setting with Sian Winfield, a Startup Directional Coach who specialises in working with CEOs and Founders to work smart, work lean and be the very best version of themselves. This episode is filled with advice & tips for creating achievable goals to help you become the best version of you! We discuss: How to establish your own style  Setting goals that are right for you Working smarter not harder Adapting as you grow Recognising when to outsource How to effectively reflect on your year Establish where you want to be and steps to get there Celebrating the wins Mindset & how it can help us to focus Goal setting whilst in a tricky place  Practising consistency You can connect with Sian through her website www.sianwinfield.com Or over on Twitter: @sianwinfield and Instagram: @sian.winfield
Jan 06, 202045:02
BONUS NEW YEAR EPISODE: There Are No Wrong Turns!

BONUS NEW YEAR EPISODE: There Are No Wrong Turns!

’The tough stuff comes up when the good stuff is happening’ Are you excited about 2020 or absolutely dreading the work involved? Join me for my New Years rant, reviewing my own year, learning and intentions for the New Year including some existential questions that will hopefully provoke some new perspectives! I talk: Excitement for 2020 Changing my hustle tactic Signs of Burnout - when your body lets you down! How to build the skills needed for the next level What does balance mean and how can you make it work for you Create your own 2020 - there are no rules! Planning & prioritising fun over work It matters as much as you want it to - we get to create our own meaning! The ART of letting go Ask yourself the tough stuff What is your intention?  Get in touch on Insta @PetraVelzeboer Happy New Year!
Jan 02, 202033:59
115. How Prison Woke Me Up with Javier Gutierrez
Dec 30, 201940:30
114. How to Heal Trauma with Andrea Woodside

114. How to Heal Trauma with Andrea Woodside

‘My first suicide attempt was at the age of seven’ Self harming from the age of 4 and attempting suicide by the age of 7, Andrea Woodside has faced a life of relentless challenges including, child molestation, bullying, rape & suicide ideation. Refusing to let these events define her she made a conscious choice to take control of her life and erase all toxicity. Andrea now has a goal to leave the world a better place than she found it. A true story of going from adversity to advantage - we go deep on topics such as: Childhood trauma Suicide ideation Sexual molestation / bullying / rape The Resilience gene Hitting Rock bottom Realising you are not to blame Recognising the need for help Eradicating the toxicity Finding and practicing Purpose A reminder of intrinsic value The cycle of recovery Cultivating a healthy lifestyle Practicing connection Andrea runs Minding Work Ltd - a workplace wellbeing consultancy supporting employers to create and sustain healthier workplaces. You can connect with her on LinkedIn & Twitter
Dec 23, 201944:43
113. How to Turn Your ADVERSITY into FUEL! with Randy Ginsburg

113. How to Turn Your ADVERSITY into FUEL! with Randy Ginsburg

What could be more apt for this podcast than a guest who is the author of a book called Adversity to Advantage! Randy Ginsburg a natural born entrepreneur who has always been fascinated with creating his own opportunities. Creating a business in high school selling sneakers, he developed a love for entrepreneurship despite hiding the pain which he was being subjected to from bullies. Overcoming bullying and using it as fuel to develop himself in the world of business, Randy went on to research highly successful entrepreneurs who also suffered from bullying to see if there was a correlation. A fact filled, honest conversation about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and the tough life stuff! We go deep on: Motivation behind the book Resilience learned through adversity Bullying in childhood Hiding emotional stress - The mask of being ok! Learning to stand up and have a voice The art of public speaking - authenticity How confidence is built The blessing of being bullied The dark side of entrepreneurship Support systems for entrepreneurs Third door moments You can learn more about Randy at www.randymginsburg.com where you can also purchase his book Adversity to Advantage: How to overcome bullying & find entrepreneurial success
Dec 16, 201944:28
112.  This Can Happen Conference

112. This Can Happen Conference

On November 25th I attended This Can Happen, an annual mental health conference focussing on empowering employers to create mentally healthy work environments.

With loads of speakers on a variety of topics, I spent time in the breaks interviewing attendees, speakers and sponsors asking them about their personal passion connected to the topic of mental health and their suggested tools for looking after ourselves.

Filled with the buzz of the event, this is an exciting episode with lots of ideas about mental health in the workplace! Featuring TLC Lions, Spill, Beyond Shame Beyond Stigma, Unmind and many more.
Dec 09, 201901:39:33
111. How Volunteering Helps our Mental Health

111. How Volunteering Helps our Mental Health

Welcome to episode 111 where I talk through how Giving Back supports our mental health and wellbeing. We don’t need to be ‘fixed’ in order to support someone else, what ends up happening is we get sweet relief from our own obsessive thinking while also doing good in the world.

In giving back, I talk about:

The benefits to our mental health

Start before you’re ready

Sweet relief from victim mode

Connecting stories helps us realise we’re not alone

Boundaries and personal balance

Recognising the worth in volunteering

Building Self worth through giving back

Creating community in a world of isolation

Incorporating giving back into day to day life

Practicing Courage - getting out of our comfort zone

Cultivating curiosity

Skill benefits

Experiment!

Showing up and realising your truest potential

Celebrating the wins

Just start!

Hope you enjoy this episode and get started volunteering and being there for others!
Dec 02, 201940:36
110. A Suicidal Comedian on Mental Health with Frank King

110. A Suicidal Comedian on Mental Health with Frank King

‘Everywhere I go I have the possibility I have saved someone’s life’ Frank King, aka The Mental Health Comedian, is a Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer. Suffering from Chronic Suicidal Ideation caused by generational depression and suicide, Frank uses humour to turn his lifelong battle into a keynote worth spreading. A brutally honest conversation about the reality of Suicide & Depression covering topics such as: Childhood and suicide in the family Birth of a comedian Why comedy? Living with Depression Suicidal ideation Suicide or Take the risk Medication Holistic approach Turning pain into purpose Saying ‘Something’ not necessarily the ‘Right Thing’ Noticing the signs of suicide intention Mental state honesty Sharing ‘The Mess’ with somebody Find out more and connect with Frank over on his website The Mental Health Comedian and watch his TEDx Talk A Matter of Laugh or Death
Nov 25, 201951:52