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Standing In My Truth

Standing In My Truth

By Standing In My Truth - Valerie Maxfield

Mindset and reset. Standing in your truth. In the here and now. Think it say it, believe it and then live it.

Life on the road, the relationships, laughter and trauma and the Healing of Mental Health.

Each THURSDAYS ‘IT’S all about You Show’ with grounded guests from around the world.

SPORTS EDITION SHOW- Every Saturday midday. All sports discussed with guests from the sporting world.

AND once a Month: GET MOTIVATED WEDNESDAY - with guest panel.
Thank you.

Here it from the horse’s mouth.

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Season 6 Episode 2 - The Circle Of Trust

Season 6 Episode 2 - The Circle Of Trust

What are you prepared to accept in your circle.
Apr 26, 202422:14
Navigating the path to nowhere.

Navigating the path to nowhere.

It’s taking the first step is what counts. But how, when all seems lost and no idea how you even got there in the first place. Take a listen as standing in my truth navigates the path.
Apr 16, 202412:20
Season 5 - Episode 4 Grief in reflection

Season 5 - Episode 4 Grief in reflection

Grief can come at you in many forms. Here’s my recent reflection losing my mother.
May 21, 202318:40
Season 5 Episode 3 - After Covid 19

Season 5 Episode 3 - After Covid 19

What does your future hold after Covid 19. Your mental state of mind. Your aspirations. How social media drove your life. What now?
May 17, 202222:01
Season 5. Episode 2. STANDING IN MY TRUTH - TRIGGERED

Season 5. Episode 2. STANDING IN MY TRUTH - TRIGGERED

Working hard to not be triggered by life, but what triggers you?
Apr 17, 202223:18
Accountability is KEY

Accountability is KEY

After a long hiatus from suffering CoVid 19, the impact it took on my life and what was the outcome. That really accountability in our lives are KEY.
Mar 07, 202221:06
Season 4 Episode 14 - The Pain never goes away.

Season 4 Episode 14 - The Pain never goes away.

The deep pain that never goes away.
Jun 11, 202106:05
The MuSic Shop Show WITH GUEST - MC BUSHKIN FROM BBC RADIO XTRA AND BUSH BASH RECORDINGS

The MuSic Shop Show WITH GUEST - MC BUSHKIN FROM BBC RADIO XTRA AND BUSH BASH RECORDINGS

Bushkin is not from the streets, he is the streets, that knew that to succeed, he had to give up his job of working in Law and persue his dreams and today he is a legend in his field of music.  Listen to Part 1 Part 2 18th June 2021

Jun 09, 202135:38
SEASON 4 Episode 12. - THOU SHALL NOT -

SEASON 4 Episode 12. - THOU SHALL NOT -

Respect Is Earned. Disrespect is earned too. But when is it?
Jun 06, 202129:53
STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - A Day In strangling my bits wearing a corset - A comedy Moment

STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - A Day In strangling my bits wearing a corset - A comedy Moment

What can I say.  My conversation about wearing a corset in the sunshine for over 8 hours, feeling I needed medical help ha ha ha.  Almost urinated myself with laughter. 

Jun 05, 202122:08
The MuSic Shop Show with Special guest - Producer/Radio Presenter/Dj J FRESH

The MuSic Shop Show with Special guest - Producer/Radio Presenter/Dj J FRESH

J Fresh - The UK's prolific Radio Presenter, A&R, DJ and Producer joins me to talk about what is all good in his world and what next.
Jun 04, 202101:30:32
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - SICKLE CELL AWARENESS WITH GUESTS COLETTE AND DANIEL MILLINGTON

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - SICKLE CELL AWARENESS WITH GUESTS COLETTE AND DANIEL MILLINGTON

Mother of Chronic Sufferer Daniel Millington joined me to talk about Sickle Cell Awareness, growing up with it, diagnosed and the trauma of not knowing when a crises can occur. One of the most heart wrenching interview I have ever had to do.
Jun 04, 202101:26:59
SEASON 4 Episode 9 - Stress Eating - eat for wellness not for Illness

SEASON 4 Episode 9 - Stress Eating - eat for wellness not for Illness

Am I the only one triggered by stress and then stuff my face? How did I replace alcohol with food? Now I’m chatting my journey and saying, no to myself and no yo yo fad diets, but healthy thinking to get from 93kg to 72kg. Facing my traumas
May 30, 202119:45
ITS ALL ABOUT SHOW - THE LOVE SESSIONS WITH GUESTS NATASHA VIGILLE AND JONATHAN DAVIS season 3 episode 12

ITS ALL ABOUT SHOW - THE LOVE SESSIONS WITH GUESTS NATASHA VIGILLE AND JONATHAN DAVIS season 3 episode 12

They joined me to talk about the love they share and how they met and how keeping love alive.
May 29, 202128:13
SEASON 4 Episode 8 - FRIENDS AND MUSIC

SEASON 4 Episode 8 - FRIENDS AND MUSIC

Did you know that being in Music alienates your home life and friends. As it’s a unique world to be in. You miss out on family gatherings and loads of important things because of your creativity. Relationships suffer. Listen from my stand point how and why!
May 29, 202120:40
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MENOPAUSE THE STIGMA PART 2

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MENOPAUSE THE STIGMA PART 2

PART 2 of the well received discussion about menopause.  in June we will be discussing Andropause for Men.

May 25, 202101:19:50
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MENOPAUSE THE STIGMA PART 1

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MENOPAUSE THE STIGMA PART 1

Three top experts in their field Lauren Chiren Menopause and Wellbeing Coach, Herbalist In The Hood Jennifer Jai and author Lescha Marshall-Witter.


This is Part 1.


Part 2 is straight after.

May 24, 202101:19:05
The MuSic Shop Show BANK HOLIDAY USA LIVE LINK UP SHOW

The MuSic Shop Show BANK HOLIDAY USA LIVE LINK UP SHOW

MUFFIUS, DC-GME AMD COMEDIAN TRAVQUE Dropped to play their tracks and let us know what they are up to.



May 24, 202101:49:28
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MINDFULNESS - With Guess Craig Kedda, Corine Seow and Sabrina Bakare

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MINDFULNESS - With Guess Craig Kedda, Corine Seow and Sabrina Bakare

NEW SEASON - targeting a whole new host of lifestyle topics.


I am joined by Craig Kedda founder of CBD Oil company QUNUBU, Body Therapist - Corine Seow and Athlete and Psychologist Sabrina Bakare



May 24, 202101:34:56
STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG SEASON 4 Episode 2 - DATING WITH COVID ANXIETY

STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG SEASON 4 Episode 2 - DATING WITH COVID ANXIETY

Am I the only one whose Anxiety is through roof, not wanting to leave home, and can’t go on a date? How am I supposed to date a new guy out of Lockdown? Help
May 24, 202139:23
STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG Season 4 Episode 1 - Protecting your Energy Circle.

STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG Season 4 Episode 1 - Protecting your Energy Circle.

New season - 4. We start with the energy of others we bring into our lives. How we really-act to them. The way they bring out the bad characters in us. How we look at ourselves.
May 23, 202140:45
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With QUNUBU CBD OIL FOUNDER - CRAIG KEDDA

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With QUNUBU CBD OIL FOUNDER - CRAIG KEDDA

Fantastic insight into CBD, the effects and side effects.  what they government won't tell you and what to look for in the market of CBD.  Craig certainly gave us knowledge.

Apr 28, 202101:25:55
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - LIVING WITH AUTISM

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - LIVING WITH AUTISM

Our Guest Panel of Teanne Andrews, Marcel Atteen, aka Mc Sir Real and Gill Monger, joined us to talk about living with Autism.  The trauma of finding out the diagnosis in your child or young adult. The Beauty you see that others does not see in your children/child.


Insightful this is PART 1.  


Part 2 in May.

Apr 23, 202148:55
STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - THAT CHIP ON YOUR SHOULDER - Season 3 Episode 15

STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - THAT CHIP ON YOUR SHOULDER - Season 3 Episode 15

Do you see colour or do you see me. Fed up of being profiled I’m a Hunan being.
Apr 21, 202120:39
SEASON 3 Episode 14 - STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - THIS IS MY EXODUS

SEASON 3 Episode 14 - STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - THIS IS MY EXODUS

Exiting and saying goodbye. That feeling when you’ve called the shots. With no where to go or turn you just know, this is your Exodus.
Apr 19, 202120:46
STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG SEASON 3 Episode 13 - Walking Out Of Lockdown

STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG SEASON 3 Episode 13 - Walking Out Of Lockdown

How do I dress, do I know how to interact. Scared to go into work. Am I ready? I want to find a soulmate but scared to touch. How do you walk out of Lockdown.
Apr 19, 202119:12
STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - SEASON 3 EPISODE 7 - ABUSE IS JUST ABUSE 'CALL A SPADE A SPADE

STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG - SEASON 3 EPISODE 7 - ABUSE IS JUST ABUSE 'CALL A SPADE A SPADE

ANOTHER BLOG FROM THE MIND AND EXPERIENCE OF VALERIE M.
Apr 18, 202122:03
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - AUTHORS BILL HERN & DAVID GLEAVE of WINDRUSH AND FOOTBALL'S BLACK PIONEERS

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - AUTHORS BILL HERN & DAVID GLEAVE of WINDRUSH AND FOOTBALL'S BLACK PIONEERS

SO poignant at this time for the Authors of Footballers Black Pioneer to release this book, when so many have gone before them, to pave the way for Black and Inter-racial players to be in the position they are in today.

Bill and David takes us through the timeline of these forgotten Stars of yesteryear to the forefront.
Apr 15, 202101:35:42
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With Guest Lexi Dubbery Former Female Arsenal/Leyton Orient Footballer

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With Guest Lexi Dubbery Former Female Arsenal/Leyton Orient Footballer

Lexi's journey from being discovered to play football, injuries, to being discarded, turning down paths lucky not to be in jail, but found redemption through family and honesty.  The story will make you only adhere and admire here more.



Apr 15, 202101:33:53
Season 3 Episode 6 STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - CHANGES ARE COMING

Season 3 Episode 6 STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - CHANGES ARE COMING

Changes and how we fight to accept them. The changes to our lives, body, thoughts especially as we’re coping out of lockdown. Dating, jobs, ageism and what have we taken from it all.
Apr 08, 202126:46
STANDING IN MY TRUTH - INTERVIEW WITH FOUNDER AND SINGER VALERIE M WITH Donna @ MYPOV Online SEASON 3 EPISODE 2

STANDING IN MY TRUTH - INTERVIEW WITH FOUNDER AND SINGER VALERIE M WITH Donna @ MYPOV Online SEASON 3 EPISODE 2

Founder of STANDING IN MY TRUTH - SINGER VALERIE M has the tables turned on her, as she opens up about her life and quest of how STANDING IN MY TRUTH CAME ABOUT.  


FULL VISUAL version will be uploaded soon.



Mar 24, 202149:12
STANDING IN MY DAILY BLOG - SEASON 3 EPISODE 5 - THE THINGS WE HOLD ONTO AS A CRUTCH

STANDING IN MY DAILY BLOG - SEASON 3 EPISODE 5 - THE THINGS WE HOLD ONTO AS A CRUTCH

ANOTHER EXCERPT FROM THE MIND OF BLOGGER VALERIE M.
Mar 23, 202125:50
STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - LOYALTY THAT JUST GOES RIGHT OUT THE WINDOW - SEASON 3 EPISODE 4

STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - LOYALTY THAT JUST GOES RIGHT OUT THE WINDOW - SEASON 3 EPISODE 4

PART OF THE DAILY BLOG FROM STANDING IN MY TRUTH OF VALERIE M.

Mar 17, 202129:03
THE SPORTS EDITION SHOW - FEAT. GB START & KICKOFF@3 AMBASSADOR GEORGIA MARTIN - SEASON 3 EPISODE 3

THE SPORTS EDITION SHOW - FEAT. GB START & KICKOFF@3 AMBASSADOR GEORGIA MARTIN - SEASON 3 EPISODE 3

GEORGIA MARTIN joined me on the SPORTS EDITION BREAKFAST SHOW in conjunction with WWW.INJECTIONRADIO.COM.

Her career as a future olympic swimmer only to be dashed but then discovered for the GB ROWING TEAM going on to winning copious medals. The highs and lows and now her quest since retiring from the sport to raise awareness with kickoff@3 to bringing swimoff@3 for all age groups, inclusivity in rowing.  and studying to enter the police academy. 



Mar 16, 202101:02:10
Season 3 Episode 1 standing in my truth daily blog - When Is It Ok to Quit

Season 3 Episode 1 standing in my truth daily blog - When Is It Ok to Quit

When do you know to say that is enough.
Mar 13, 202128:57
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With Advocate for Men's Mental Health John Stacey

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With Advocate for Men's Mental Health John Stacey

Great conversation about the stigma of Mental Health in Men. Listen to advice given from a sufferer himself and how he coped.
Mar 13, 202101:25:32
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With BRIXTON SOUP KITCHEN Season 2 Episode 30

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With BRIXTON SOUP KITCHEN Season 2 Episode 30

Soloman Smith Co-Founder of the Brixton Soup Kitchen joined me to talk about the immense work he has done in the UK, Miami, Jamiaca for the homeless.
I left feeling blown away and proud of this man's journey.

Mar 11, 202101:18:24
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With School Teacher and Mentor Emmanuel Awoyelu Season 2 Episode 29

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With School Teacher and Mentor Emmanuel Awoyelu Season 2 Episode 29

A teacher making strides as a director of Reach Out Project for young inner city children. Offering sports and guidance.

Please forgive the audio quality due to feedback, but hopefully you will get the gist of his incredible story.
Mar 09, 202101:31:27
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU - WITH KICKOFF@3 & YARNEE CLOTHING

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU - WITH KICKOFF@3 & YARNEE CLOTHING

A collaborative initiative set up by two passionate men with the goal to inspire, motivate, engage and support young people from all backgrounds through the medium of sport, music and other imaginative ideas.

Founded in 2017, Michael Wallace  and Ashley Levien  have seen their non-profit organisation grow into an established youth diversion strategy where long lasting relationships between young people and their local police forces are being built.

Mar 09, 202101:40:04
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With HEALTH AND WELLBEING SPECIALIST CORINNE SEOW

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With HEALTH AND WELLBEING SPECIALIST CORINNE SEOW

SEASON 2 

EPISODE 28 

The live show of this audio was phenomenal.  The world is crying out for healing and knowing how to change their breathing, meditation, their anxiety and a new way of eating or drinking.


The next session is end of March keep your ears peeled.

Mar 09, 202101:08:43
Season 2 Episode 27 - STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - HAIL UP WOMEN & MOTHERS DAY

Season 2 Episode 27 - STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - HAIL UP WOMEN & MOTHERS DAY

The hidden secrets, the abandonment, the drama, the love, pain. The Cycle of Women.
Mar 08, 202141:42
Standing In My Truth Blog. Season 2 Episode 25

Standing In My Truth Blog. Season 2 Episode 25

Sad, Mad these killings have got to stop.
Mar 05, 202134:05
IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With HEALTH & WWLLBEING SPECIALIST CORINE SEOW SEASON:2 EPISODE:24

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With HEALTH & WWLLBEING SPECIALIST CORINE SEOW SEASON:2 EPISODE:24

The gorgeous wonderful Corine Seow joins us to spread her wonderful meditation techniques with my audience LIVE. great tips about remial injuries and how to heal. Dealing with Anxiety and Panic Attacks.

Part two in three times time, the audience requested it.


Feb 19, 202101:09:13
STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - Anxiety won't leave me Alone

STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - Anxiety won't leave me Alone

Woke up, lost, not sure what day it was, a recipe to invite anxiety in.
Feb 18, 202119:46
STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - MENOPAUSE IN DENIAL EPISODE 22

STANDING IN MY TRUTH BLOG - MENOPAUSE IN DENIAL EPISODE 22

How easy it is to lose all perspective when pre or post menopause is not addressed.

Feb 17, 202117:44
The MuSic Shop Show launch - on Standing In My Truth - SEASON 2 EPISODE 21 with Guest THE BLACK YORKSHIRE RAPPER ORAKALD

The MuSic Shop Show launch - on Standing In My Truth - SEASON 2 EPISODE 21 with Guest THE BLACK YORKSHIRE RAPPER ORAKALD

Chiedu Oraka aka ORAKALD came by and passed on some golden nuggets about his rise to prominence in the last 18 months.  The sacrifices he has had to make to see his dream bare fruition and his Pen becoming a lethal weapon to see change.  Letting us know about his documentary called @Black Hull Kings which is a great watch and looking forward to volume 3 and 4.


Check out the great music too.

Feb 16, 202101:11:13
STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG 
SEASON:2 
EPISODES - 20

BLOCKING YOUR BLESSINGS

STANDING IN MY TRUTH DAILY BLOG SEASON:2 EPISODES - 20 BLOCKING YOUR BLESSINGS

The Anger we choose to accept, instead of telling yourself, behave and get over it. Only blocks your blessings.
Feb 15, 202123:51
STANDING IN MY TRUTH 
SEASON:2 
THE LOVE EPISODES - 7

Seeking love in the wrong places

STANDING IN MY TRUTH SEASON:2 THE LOVE EPISODES - 7 Seeking love in the wrong places

Seeking love in the wrong places, the rebound, the coming back.
Feb 10, 202117:43
THE SPORTS EDITION SHOW - FEAT. Former British Super Featherweight Champion Ben Jones

THE SPORTS EDITION SHOW - FEAT. Former British Super Featherweight Champion Ben Jones

Ben Jones held the WBO and British Belts and retired in 2018.  Now a mentor, Charity worker and Motivational Speaker.  

Feb 10, 202101:12:52
SEASON 2 EPISODE 18 - IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With FILM PRODUCER SAM ADDO

SEASON 2 EPISODE 18 - IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - With FILM PRODUCER SAM ADDO

Film Producer, Music Producer, script writer and Mentor, Sam Addo came into the studio to give us the low down on his first feature file 'CARDS ON THE TABLE' and what he puts back into the community.

see what Sam does on www.shaddowgroup.com

Feb 09, 202102:12:52