Just Ask Kathleen

In this episode, Kathleen talks with cartographer and retired competitive athlete Emily Morris about what success means to her.

In this episode, Kathleen talks with photographer Fay Vincent about what success means to her. Find out more about her photography work here: https://www.fmvphotography.co.uk/

In this episode, Kathleen talks with, poet, coach for creatives and podcaster Mark McGuinness about what success means to him. Check out Mark's poetry podcast ‘A Mouthful of Air', and information about his poetry projects at www.markmcguinness.com For more on Mark's creative coaching work, including his podcast ‘The 21st Century Creative', visit his coaching website www.lateralaction.com

In this episode, Kathleen talks with singer, songwriter and performer Daniel Champagne about what success means to him. Find Daniel's tour dates and music on his website www.danielchampagnemusic.com

In this episode, Kathleen talks with functional medicine practitioner Dr Nicholas Palermo about what success means to him.

In this episode, Kathleen talks with songwriter and musician Lisa Marie Glover about what success means to her. Lisa's music can be found on her website: www.lisamarieglover.bandcamp.com Lisa also plays with The Hornadoes who can be found on Facebook, and volunteers for Swansong charity (www.swansongproject.co.uk).

In this episode, Kathleen talks with textile artist Deanne Fitzpatrick about what success means to her. Deanne owns a wonderful rug-hooking supplies shop in Amherst, Nova Scotia and works as a rug-hooker, teacher, author and podcaster. You can find more information about her work at www.hookingrugs.com

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with Scottish contemporary artist Frank To about what success means to him. More information about his work can be found on his website www.franktoartist.com and on instagram @franktoartist

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with Jo De Sylva about what success means to her. Jo is based in the Scottish Highands and is owner of McGregors Hospitality. https://www.macgregorsbars.com/

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with author and science journalist Priya Joi about what success means to her. Priya's book Motherland was released in March 2023. You can find Priya on instagram (@priya.joi) and Twitter (@priya4876)

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with Shaun Hughes about what success means to him. Shaun is an award-winning Scottish filmmaker and lecturer and his work can be found at www.shaunhughesfilm.com .

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with Saskia de Feijter about what success means to her. Saskia is based in Rotterdam, Netherlands and is a knitter, designer, podcaster of 'A Smaller Life' and host of online community www.ja-wol.com

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with entrepeneur, fitness coach and business owner Karen Milne about what success means to her.

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with artist, gardener and animal lover Lynn Bremner about what success means to her.

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with Scottish weaver James Donald about what success means to him, and how his definition of success has changed over the course of his career. Visit James' website www.pickone.co.uk to find out more about the work he is doing, to buy his pieces and find out about workshops and classes. This episode contains strong language.

In this episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with comedian and performance artist Victoria Melody about resilience, acceptance, self care and what success means to her. Join Victoria's mailing list at www.victoriamelody.com and find her on instagram.

In this first episode of 'In Conversation with Kathleen', Kathleen chats with actor Graham Crammond about what success means to him and how he has found peace and contentment in his life. Look out for Graham at The Brunton Theatre in Musselburgh: www.thebrunton.co.uk

In this special 3 part episode, you'll hear Kathleen and her eldest Remi covering the topics of addiction, recovery, repression and gender identity in a moving and raw conversation. It is based around their own personal experiences of the last few years - a family supporting each other through a time of change and heartache towards hope, discovery and joy. Please note, this conversation could be triggering for some listeners and contains themes of suicide, self harm, drug & alcohol abuse, depression and gender dysphoria. Music and editing by Remi. More information about Kathleen at www.kathleenkettles.com ________________________ The book Kathleen mentions in the episode is ‘The Beginner's Guide to Being a Trans Ally' by Christy Whittlesey https://amzn.eu/d/3Vg7HwA If you have been affected by the topics in this episode, you can find more support from the following organisations: Addiction AA helpline 0800 9177 650 www.alcoholics-anonymouse.org.uk NA helpline 0300 999 1212 www.ukna.org NHS (UK) https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/addiction-support/ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/ Mental Health Mind - the mental health charity (UK) https://www.mind.org.uk/ MindOut - mental health charity run by and for LGBTQIA2+ people www.mindout.org.uk (UK) Gender Spectra (London) https://spectra-london.org.uk/trans-services/ Gendered intelligence (London)- counselling directory, resources, training https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/ Scottish Trans Alliance: community action, resources, training www.scottishtrans.org LGBTQIA2+ Stonewall - resources, advice, signposting, community, campaigning www.stonewall.org MindOut - mental health charity run by and for LGBTQIA2+ people www.mindout.org.uk

In the final episode of Season 1, Kathleen and Emily discuss endings. Then, Kathleen answers a light-hearted question on what she would bring to a desert island and answers a listener question about a toxic relationship. Kathleen then offers up a practical task around your relationships, including the one that you have with yourself. More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss self-compassion and the techniques we can use to generate this. Kathleen tells us how she deals with conflict in her life and then answers a listener question about the use of a mobile phone in disciplining a child. Kathleen then offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss the concept of resilience. Kathleen shares a personal story on the topic of resilience and then answers a question about finding meaning or purpose in her life. Kathleen and Emily consider whether we should be finding meaning in our lives as they are, rather than searching for meaning elsewhere. A listener writes in with a question about feeling homesick and Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Weeble's wobble... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFzhjnjXc2o More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss acceptance and Kathleen shares what she would change about herself. A listener asks for advice on coming out to their parents and Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Find more info on Robyn Spice's podcast 'Our View' here https://www.robynspicemedia.com/podcast More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

Useful links Kathleen's video on Changing patterns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFrh8ch7iMc 1970s Weebles commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFzhjnjXc2o Cycle of change: http://sphweb.bumc.bu.edu/otlt/MPH-Modules/SB/BehavioralChangeTheories/BehavioralChangeTheories6.html Mel Robbins: The 5 second rule: https://melrobbins.com/blog/five-elements-5-second-rule/ In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss ways to change habits and Kathleen reveals the ways she treats herself. A listener writes in with a question about a partner who is still in touch with his ex and Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss ways to look after yourself in the holiday season and Kathleen describes how she deals with conflict in her life. A listener writes in asking 'Do I need therapy?' and Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Full transcript at justasktranscripts.blogspot.com Listener question blog at justaskkathleen.blogspot.com More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss the concept of Authenticity. Kathleen reveals her biggest challenge as a therapist and answers a listener question about a depressed partner. As usual, Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Full transcript at justasktranscripts.blogspot.com Listener question blog at justaskkathleen.blogspot.com More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss the advantages and disadvantages of routine and spontaneity. Kathleen reveals what makes her anxious and how she copes and answers a listener question about phone addiction. Finally, Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Full transcript at justasktranscripts.blogspot.com Listener question blog at justaskkathleen.blogspot.com More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss depression which includes a moving account of some of Kathleen's own experiences. Kathleen ponders what advice she might give to her younger self and answers a listener question about working in a job they hate. As usual, Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Full transcript at justasktranscripts.blogspot.com Listener question blog at justaskkathleen.blogspot.com More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com

In this episode Kathleen and Emily discuss the concept of Head Mind / Body Mind and Kathleen answers a question about her experience of 'early warning signs' signifying when she is getting unwell or unbalanced. A listener writes in with a question about bullying at work and Kathleen offers up a practical task for the listeners to try this week. Full transcript at justasktranscripts.blogspot.com Listener question blog at justaskkathleen.blogspot.com More info about Kathleen's work at www.kathleenkettles.com