Mindset Kitchen

Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning life coach, is highly regarded for his energy, wisdom, and insights as a speaker. With a global presence, Simon captivates audiences in keynote talks, fireside chats, and workshops, where he imparts knowledge on avoiding a human energy crisis through comprehensive energy management - spanning physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspectives. Simon firmly believes that “when it comes to happiness and productivity, energy truly is everything.” By unlocking the art and science of energy management, Simon equips his audiences with the tools to live each day with heightened energy levels, enabling them to transform their lives and careers. Simon's expertise has attracted media attention, leading to interviews with esteemed platforms like Sky News and BBC. He has also worked with prominent brands such as Unilever and Barclays, advocating for improved lifestyle habits and employee well-being. Moreover, Simon's guidance has been sought by influential companies like Salesforce, Microsoft, and EY, to unlock the full energetic potential of their leaders and teams. Adobe described a recent keynote he delivered as ‘truly amazing and mind blowing' while Docusign commented that ‘Simon's ability to deliver wisdom in clear and simple ways, is energising and inspirational. Hearing Simon speak, it's impossible not to come away feeling challenged and changed, in a good way.' In addition to his exceptional speaking prowess, Simon is a celebrated author. His debut book, Energize, was published by Penguin in April 2022 and quickly soared to become an instant bestseller. The book received accolades, winning the Book of the Year in the Wellness and Wellbeing category at The Business Book Awards. Simon's 3 mindset messages: Life does't wait for you to be ready, so live with some urgency and collapse that gap between idea and execution Stop playing small and take some risks Embrace a white belt mentality so you can adapt in a rapidly changing world Food When Simon asked for "anything light and delicious," he didn't give away much. But after getting to know him, I found out he really loves food with plenty of flavor. I'm glad my dish hit the mark for him. I always trust my gut feeling when choosing what to cook for guests. Once Simon mentioned wanting something light, fish seemed like the perfect choice. I thought Asian flavors would work well, and I wanted it to look good too. From his social media, I could tell Simon really appreciates good food. I made crispy skin stone bass on a bed of light, flavorful curry, with crispy shallots and rice on the side. I made my own curry paste because the ones from shops just don't have enough flavour kick. I also made beetroot cured salmon with apple and cucumber salad, and he loved every bite of it! Visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk to find out more!

Cara Cunniff's journey has always revolved around connection—through food, culture, and the shared human experience. She has lived in cities like Paris, where she indulged her love of cooking with some short course training at Le Cordon Bleu, as well as in Germany, Belgium, and the USA, where she experienced the beauty of diverse traditions and cuisines. Having lived in the diplomatic sphere, she's seen how meals are often more than sustenance—they become opportunities to build relationships, share stories, and forge lasting bonds across cultures and nations. These connections shape perspectives, foster mutual understanding, and, at times, influence decisions that ripple through national interests. Professionally, Cara brings this same ethos of connection to her work in emotional culture and workplace transformation. As a former British Army officer, she had the privilege of working in the inaugural Psychological Operations (PsyOps) unit for the British Army—a role centred on influencing behaviour through 'hearts and minds'. This experience gave her a deep insight into the complexities of human behaviour, the impact of strategic communication, and the power of narratives to inspire action and connection. Today, she applies these lessons when working with organisations to co-create strong workplace emotional cultures. She works with organisations, teams and leaders to kickstart or accelerate strong workplace experiences and emotional cultures which boost performance, strengthen connections and engagement & create thriving workplaces. A little more about Cara: She's moved house 32 times across 4 countries, living in many unique cultures She escaped from Alcatraz—swimming across shark-infested waters She has raced ultra-marathons across the Sahara desert and is an Ironman She has 1 husband, 3 teenagers, 1 dog (and lost her tortoise) She's optimistic & always seeks opportunities & solutions   Cara's 3 mindset messages: Curiosity: The courage to ask, the openness to listen, and the compassion to understand Emotions drive everything we do Growth happens in the quiet moments. Food  Cara suggested to have ingredients of chicken, cheese, tomatoes, root veg. She loves Mediterranean and Ottolenghi and in general she just loves food!  After reading this, my mind straight away raced to form this picture of a perfect meal for Cara, full of flavour, hearty and delicious. It would be all in one pan dish, and I found just the perfect recipe for that.  As you know, I do not create my own recipes, but I often add my own touches if I feel like it needs something different or additional.  I cooked Chicken breasts with mozzarella and tomatoes, served alongside crispy bread, pasta and refershing salad with balsamic vinegar pearls.   Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for more details!

Alex Staniforth is a record-breaking adventurer, ultra-endurance athlete, international keynote speaker, author and charity founder from Chester, who is no stranger to overcoming challenges. By the age of 19 he had already survived the two most significant disasters in Mount Everest history, in two consecutive years. However, his biggest mountains have been within: overcoming epilepsy, bullying, mental ill health and a stammer since childhood. Alex has never allowed adversity to become his identity – only an opportunity to discover his potential and inspire others. He is the fastest person to climb all 100 UK county tops - covering 5,000 miles by human power in 72 days. He has raised over £100,000 for charity, winning the Pride of Britain Granada Reports Fundraiser of the Year 2017 and a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister in 2023. Alex has authored two books ‘Icefall' and ‘Another Peak', and in 2020 founded a mental health charity, Mind Over Mountains, to restore mental well-being through nature.   Alex's 3 mindset messages: I shall either find a way or make one The biggest risk is staying in Base Camp We can't choose our challenges, only our mindset   Food  Alex shared with me that he loves seafood and Thai cuisine. After careful consideration and research, I decided to prepare a light yet incredibly flavourful fish dish.  I discovered a wonderful recipe for steamed sizzling fish that I felt compelled to test beforehand. When I served it to my family, they were amazed by how much flavour this seemingly simple dish delivered and immediately requested it become part of our regular weekly menu. I complemented the fish with fragrant rice and a refreshing Asian spinach salad. After tasting it, Alex remarked that he had never experienced cod prepared so deliciously and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Seeing his genuine appreciation made the effort truly worthwhile! : If you would like to get in touch with Alex, please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk to find all the details.

As a native of York, England's historic Viking capital, James lived a life driven by adventure and personal growth. His journey began with 14 remarkable years in the military, serving as both a Royal Marines Commando and Special Forces medic, where he honed his discipline and learned the true meaning of resilience. After hanging up his military boots, James took an unexpected turn and transformed into a professional magician. This new chapter saw him embracing the freedom of van life, traveling to perform and share the art of illusion with audiences across the country. During this time, James also established himself as a property investor and private landlord. James connection to the ocean began in 2012 when he caught his first wave, and surfing quickly became more than just a hobby. Understanding its therapeutic power—often referred to as “Blue Mind”—he now serves as a surf coach for military personnel and veterans, helping them find healing through the water. Physical wellness has always been at his core. As a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and Ironman triathlete, James continuously pushes his boundaries. This passion for holistic well-being led him to launch men's retreats and become certified as an Oxygen Advantage breathwork instructor. Today, James works as a personal trainer, combining his diverse experience to offer a comprehensive approach to health and wellness. Between training sessions and property management, you might find him on his motorcycle, seeking out new adventures and adding more chapters to his unconventional story. You may remember James from Britain's Got Talent Competition, where he brought unflinching bravery to the stage with a performance that pushed the limits of danger and thrill.  James' 3 mindset messages:  The mind is more powerful than your DNA  Life is a game There is a price for everything Food  James wanted vibrant salad, made with rare tuna steak. Music to my ears! I thought Japanese style tuna would be great here and to make it challenging for myself, I also decided to make it three ways.  This meant I had to do a lot of preparation and planning in advance, but as always I wanted to make my guest to feel extra special.  As always I added my own touches and extra ingredients, but you may find similar recipes below: Tuna tataki Spicy tuna crispy rice (Nobu copycat) Tuna poke bowl I was so pleased all my effort paid off, James enjoyed these dishes and left my home with a smile! 

James is a UK Registered Nutritionist with 30+ years' experience in nutrition and dietetics. He's co-founder and Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer of Huel, and author of 'Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us (and what we can do about it)'. Huel produce nutritionally complete sustainable food including powders, savoury meals, bars and drinks, and has sold 400+ million meals across more than 80 countries. As Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer, James oversees the development of new products, nutrition communications and matters related to sustainability. His book, Well Fed, explores contemplative nutrition: a dietary philosophy that encourages you to pause and reflect – just a little – on what you eat.  James has also worked for seven years as a clinical dietitian in the NHS, and in the fitness and bodybuilding world where he advised professional-level athletes, as well as regular gym-goers, on their nutritional needs for optimum performance. He's written for publications on food policy, the neuroscience and physiology of eating, clinical dietetics, sports, fitness and muscle-building, and lifestyle nutrition, and has given seminars across the world on both nutrition and leadership and has been featured on radio, television and numerous podcasts.   James's 3 mindset messages: Prioritise your own wellbeing over others However, be mindful that your actions won't just affect you: they affect others, too Build on micro goals.   Food "A theme of my book is minimising food waste. Could you make something that includes using up whatever veg you have in your fridge? Along with something plant-based but nutritionally strong - include pulses and a starch-source."  It may sound like a simple request (or not), but I tend to satisfy my guest food requirements.  o my surprise, when I opened my fridge to see if I had anything exciting there, I found a humble cabbage. I was away for two weeks over Christmas holiday and so did not expect to find much in the fridge. However, cabbage really goes well with James's book theme and so should not be wasted (albeit I had to buy another two cabbages as the first one was used for a practice meal). Cabbage, in fact, is a low-calorie food that's high in fiber and vitamins, and it contains many nutrients that can help improve your health. In Lithuania, we have a delicious dish called "balandeliai," which is cabbage stuffed with meat. So I took that recipe but replaced the filling with what James asked. I used canned beans, lentils, quinoa, and chickpeas. I found inspiration from an Armenian recipe and made it completely plant-based (except with a side of Greek yogurt). It was not an easy dish to prepare because cooking stuffed cabbage the traditional way did not work, as the filling was not meat. I decided to steam the stuffed cabbage rolls and add them in the sauce after. I think seeing a cabbage on the table was a little underwhelming for James, but he absolutely loved the dish and was pleasantly surprised. To complement the main course, I baked an Oat and Carrot cake enriched with Huel protein powder. This nutritious dessert was designed to double as a wholesome snack for me during the week, and James was delighted to taste it too.  If you wish to purchase Well Fed book, and get ideas for the recipe, please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk  

Although perhaps best known for her work as a sports tv presenter, Alexandra has over 15 years of experience as a yoga, meditation and mindset teacher. After a rather innocuous fall, resulting in a broken spine, 3 prolapsed discs and a dislocated pelvis, doctors discovered she had a severe degenerative disc disease and was told she would never be able to do any form of high impact or heavy load exercise again. So she focussed instead on yoga, meditation and her mindset. Within a few months it became apparent that the benefits she gained from practising yoga would not just be physical, but mental. Within 6 months, Alex was stronger physically and mentally than ever before. While she now still endures pain, it is manageable, predominantly, she feels, as a result of having a new positive relationship with her body. She went on to train as a teacher in India and has since travelled the world teaching yoga in some wonderful places. She has also written and created 6 top selling beginners yoga dvds, and reached #1 on the Amazon UK yoga charts. Alex is also a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and combines her love and knowledge of the holistic world with psychotherapy. She created the Mindset Group Ltd and runs a yearly, very popular wellbeing festival in Wokingham as well as many other wellbeing events (www.mindsetunlimited.co.uk). Alexandra's 3 mindset messages: Contentment is your baseline... it's clutter that's blocking it Your past is a teacher, not a master Self awareness and knowledge is power. Food "Maybe something I wouldn't often have... Flavours... Colours... Maybe Thai or Asian?" Alexandra responded. I absolutely love cooking Asian food, so after a little research to get inspiration, I decided to cook Thai green coconut curry with salmon. The fish delivery arrived on the morning of filming, so it was beautiful and fresh. I used as many greens as I could to make this curry vibrant with colours and flavours. I was pleased to hear that Alexandra would attempt to cook this dish when she is visiting her relative in Asia a few weeks later. It turned out delicious! Sometimes, simplicity is the key to a beautiful dish.  Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for full guest and recipe details. 

Andrew Eggelton is a master of the presenting craft, driven by his deep appreciation for those magical moments when a speaker's internal world manifests both verbally and energetically before an audience. Through his guidance, clients discover newfound freedom to explore unique possibilities, uncover their authentic voice, and forge deeper connections with their audiences. Drawing from over three decades of experience in film, TV presenting, and public speaking, Andrew brings what many describe as "a breath of fresh air" to the art of communication. His approach is distinctive – he helps presenters reconnect with their true selves while equipping them with finely-honed tools that enhance their presence, whether they're on stage, in front of a camera, pitching ideas, or leading teams. His gift lies in transforming speakers' voices into their most powerful instruments of expression.   Andrew's 3 mindset messages: Always be ready for when the opportunity presents itself. Often when the opportunity arises its too late to learn, practice and prepare. Be ready and seize it because most wont Repetition over an extended period of time leads to mastery It's important to lean in to challenges, not so far that you're living in stress and fear but enough that you're dreaming big and redefining your comfort zone constantly. Food   "I looove seafood," Andrew wrote, and that won me immediately, despite him also liking lamb. I love seafood too, and I feel that seafood gives me a beautiful opportunity to show appreciation to my guests. So, to show my appreciation for Andrew, I ordered delicious, freshly-shucked oysters and a plethora of seafood such as mussels, golden scallops, cod, and succulent prawns for my luxurious seafood skillet dish. I served this dish with grilled baguette and lemons. It was absolutely delicious!   Visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk to find out more.

Akhtar Khan is a renowned and respected business performance psychologist, property and business investor, and CEO of a private investment fund. As a successful business investor, property entrepreneur and published author/authority on mindset, Akhtar's ongoing mission and commitment are in supporting individuals, entrepreneurs and corporations to break through the upper limits and achieve the impossible at an accelerated pace. Having had a challenging start in life, growing up in a dysfunctional single-parent family with minimal financial resources, Akhtar discovered that a lack of resources was less critical than a mindset of resourcefulness coupled with a healthy attitude of possibility and good old hard work. With no personal funds, experience, or track record, Akhtar built a multi-million-pound portfolio that generated a six-figure income and allowed him to retire at the age of 37. Akhtar has completed over 210 property and business deals and is responsible for advising and mentoring countless businesses and private equity funds, including many prominent, well-known experts in various industries. Akhtar is also a father and philanthropist at heart, and at this stage of his life, he is focusing on legacy and contributing to charitable causes. Akhtar's 3 mindset messages: Unlock Your Potential: Cultivate a Growth Mindset Master Your Inner Game: Harnessing the Power of a Positive Mindset The Champion's Mindset: Unleashing Your Inner Winner   Food Akhtar didn't share much about his preferences, other than emphasising that he's a carnivore with a fondness for meat and fish. When hosting, I often provide guests the option to share their meal preferences or leave the decision entirely up to me. Those who choose the latter inadvertently set me on a path of culinary discovery— I relish that for its added challenge and creativity. For Akhtar, I decided on an unexpected choice: Swedish meatballs. Though not the most conventional pick, I had made them before and knew they were exceptional. I thought, “Why not?”—and I'm happy to report that Akhtar thoroughly enjoyed them. I even packed some for him to take home, ensuring he could savour the flavours later as well.  Visit: www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk

David B Horne is Founder of Add Then Multiply, a consultancy working exclusively with business founders who want to grow fast. David trained as a Chartered Accountant with PWC and his career includes being CFO of two companies listed on London's Alternative Investment Market. During his career he has raised more than £120 million in funding and bought or sold more than 25 companies. He is author of Amazon #1 bestselling Add Then Multiply – How small businesses can think like big businesses and achieve exponential growth. It sets out David's proven FACE methodology - Fund, Acquire, Consolidate, Exit - which supports rapid growth. His book won the Business Self Development category at the Business Book Awards in 2020.  David is also Founder of Funding Focus, a social enterprise whose mission is to level the uneven playing field that female and underrepresented entrepreneurs of all genders face when raising capital. We do this by raising awareness and providing education to founders, investors, NGOs and governments worldwide. We are committed to supporting UNSDG 4 – Quality Education and UNSDG 5 – Gender Equality. David's second book, Funded Female Founders was published in June 2022 and is also an Amazon #1 bestseller. His TEDx talk “The Fight for Fairer Funding” has over 3 million views. David's 3 mindset messages: We are spiritual beings having a human experience As Viktor Frankl said, between stimulus and response there is a space and time in which we are free to choose our response Our mindset and our thoughts create the world that we experience.   Food    David wanted to be surprised. He said: "Surprise me! I love food and eat anything but liver." It is not the first time that my guest wanted to be surprised and usually that poses a bigger challenge because there are a plethora of choices. To narrow down I tune in to my intuition and follow it's lead when making a choice. So, I was browsing for various recipes, and I came up to lamb kotlet. It felt right! I really wanted to eat that dish myself and I imagined it would taste fresh, flavoursome, and be full of nutritional goodness. I decided to serve these kotlets with pitta bread, red cabbage slaw made with vinegar and fresh herbs alongside Japanese picked tomatoes that I shared in Episode 1. This particular recipe of kotlets is Persian, but I often change my recipes to add more colours or flavours. So I merged Persian & Moroccan recipes, by adding mint and coriander to the lamb. Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for links to connect with David B Horne.

Azania Stewart, a towering presence in British basketball, brings her exceptional skill and charisma to the court. With a career spanning professional leagues across Europe, Australia as well the 2012 Olympic Games, Azania's prowess as a centre has earned her accolades and admiration worldwide. Off the court, she is a passionate advocate for women's sports empowerment and youth development, inspiring the next generation of athletes to reach for their dreams.   Life is short, spend it with tall & beautiful people ;-) As you can see from photos, I am no longer an average height, but rather short! ;-)) Azania's 3 mindset messages: Sharing stories and life experiences are key to life The power of knowing your strengths and bringing them to the table Connect the food and the journey. Food  Azania picked such a fun dish: tacos with guacamole chips and a margarita cocktail on the side. Tacos offer endless possibilities, so I wanted to make something a bit special. I decided on two kinds of beef tacos, also known as Birria tacos. Traditionally, they're made with meat that's slowly braised in a flavourful chilli sauce (I slow cooked the meat for over 5 hours the night before). Since the sauce can be quite spicy, I chose to tone it down and skipped a few of the hotter chilies in the recipe.   visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for full recipe.

Vicky has had a love of people from an early age, which fuelled her passion to become a qualified personality profiler, to help understand why others "Do, Say and React" the way they do. She lives and breathes Behaviours, Core Values, Limiting Beliefs and Boundaries all those things that make you, YOU.   Vicky helps you look in the mirror to understand your own style and how to recognise, understand and respect others. It's not about changing who we are, it's about flexing and adapting our own style to get the best out of those around us. Vicky's passion and enthusiasm is contagious, inspiring those around her to help themselves to live life in the Happy Lane.   VIDEO UPDATE: Filming Mindset Kitchen is always a rewarding experience, filled with valuable lessons. However, despite my best efforts, a few unexpected technical challenges slipped through this time. My initial reaction was disappointment, but I quickly reminded myself not to dwell on it for too long.   I had an amazing time filming with Vicky, but unfortunately, things didn't go as planned. My guest camera stopped recording within the first five minutes, and the main camera stayed out of focus throughout the episode. After investigating the issue and discussing it with my video editor, we concluded that releasing poor-quality footage wasn't the right choice.   Thankfully, the audio was perfect! So, while I couldn't release the video, the episode is now available as an audio version. I'm grateful I could still capture Vicky's inspiring mindset insights, and I'm excited for you to hear them.   Vicky's 3 mindset messages: The behaviours ripple effect - how to not let other people's behaviours trigger you to change your behaviours Having a trusted circle of people to turn too - more so for the downtimes Open your mind when your with someone different - its a great way to learn.    Food  Vicky is a big fan of seafood, so she trusted me to choose the dish. Being a seafood lover myself, I was thrilled to find the perfect recipe for her and even gave it a test run the night before.  After a good time researching, I decide to make pan seared code in white tomato basil sauce which you can find here.  However, I felt the dish needed a little something extra to truly shine, so I decided to elevate it by adding fresh, succulent clams and serving it alongside toasted sourdough bread brushed with garlic. The combination was perfect, and the flavors came together beautifully. It turned out absolutely delicious, and from the look on Vicky's face, I think she enjoyed it just as much as I did! You can connect with Vicky on Linkedin or via her website.  

Over the past decade, Rhodes has dedicated his efforts to promoting awareness and education on the vital importance of muscle and bone health. His proven track record includes guiding company founders to establish strong brands and become recognised leaders in their respective markets, expanding his network through successful collaborations with industry icons. Inspired by the top motivators and visionaries, Rhodes has played a key role in enhancing the value creation strategies of portfolio companies, collaborating closely with renowned figures to drive innovation and growth. Committed to a lifelong pursuit of optimal health and wellness, Rhodes shares his passion for vitality with his network, loved ones, and even competitors, aiming to foster pa healthier future for individuals and the planet alike. In addition, Gary has also led international expansion, specifically in the areas of osteogenic loading, successfully opening 11 countries within 18 months. This strategic initiative has further solidified his reputation as a visionary leader in the health sector, emphasising the importance of bone health on a global scale. Gary has spearheaded a collaborative effort involving professionals, investors, academics, and universities to realise a cutting-edge vision for premier clinics focused on muscle and bone health". Gary's 3 mindset messages: 1. Be relentless in your pursuit of excellence, collaborate with the best, and never stop innovating 2. Inspire and uplift those around you 3. Aim high, work tirelessly, and believe in the impact you can make—both for individuals and for the planet. Food  Steak has consistently been a favorite among my guests. While I aim to switch things up with every meal, there's no denying that a perfectly cooked steak, tailored to your preference, is always a hit. Recently, I prepared Gary's rib-eye steak, served with triple-cooked chips and a marinated Italian tomato salad (recipe here). Little did I know, Gary isn't a fan of tomatoes, but after finishing his meal, he surprised me by saying how much he enjoyed them. A win-win!   visit: www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk and subscribe! 

Caroline Flanagan is a transformational coach, an inspirational keynote speaker, the author of two books and host of two podcasts. A magic circle trained ex-City lawyer, Caroline's mission is to bring greater diversity, equality and inclusion to the legal industry by increasing the number of people of colour who stay in the profession and progress to leadership. A woman of colour from a low income background, Caroline learned to navigate the challenges of being the only one in the room and achieve success in a white world. She is a recognised expert on Imposter Syndrome and specialises in career progression coaching for black lawyers. Caroline has had the pleasure of working with many of the world's leading law firms, including: Allen & Overy, White & Case, Mayer Brown, Latham & Watkins, Kirkland & Ellis, Ropes & Gray, Ashurst, Eversheds Sutherland and Weil, Gotshal & Manges. She has also worked with some of the world's most recognised organisations and brands, including: Morgan Stanley, Google, Accenture, Michael Kors, Shell and Starbucks.   Caroline is the author of the following books: – Be The First: People of Colour, Imposter Syndrome and the Struggle to Succeed in a White World (2022) – Business Book of the Year Awards finalist, and BabyProof Your Career: The Secret to Balancing Work and Family So You Can Enjoy It All (2015) Caroline's 3 mindset messages: Be the first You are uniquely valuable The conditions are never perfect The Food I have to quote Caroline's words for this part when I asked her what she would like me to cook for her, to explain why I chose this meal: ” I don't think I've been asked that question in a VERY long time. My sincere answer is anything you want to! But if it's more helpful for me to specify: I love Mediterranean food. Light, healthy and delicious. Fish would be delightful (altho I also eat meat) with something grainy or pulsey on the side perhaps.”  I love it when I get a challenge and get to experiment with new culinary recipes! I wanted to include all of the above to Caroline's meal and I decide to make Japanese infused salmon fillet, with buckwheat, roasted vegetables, cucumber & coconut yoghurt salad on a side. It was a very nourishing meal and Caroline enjoyed my creation.   Visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for more information.

Mother. Marketer. Mariner. Motivator. After over 20 years working as a blue-chip marketing leader, the business founder and mother of three rowed the Atlantic whilst unknowingly fighting cancer. Drawing on her personal journeys of discovery, she now works with organisations and leaders facing transformational change. Supporting them to become more inclusive, dynamic, confident, adaptable and resilient. Her work focuses on how a positive mindset is key to success – overcoming challenges, tackling biases, creating winning teams, thriving through change, embracing opportunities, smashing goals. When life gives you lemons, it's not just about making lemonade - it's about using them to create something amazing. In her 20+ years of leading marketing teams in some of the UK's largest organisations, she successfully navigated and guided teams through a plethora of business and personal challenges, from organisational restructuring and transforming corporate culture, to supporting colleagues' return to work, striking her own work/life balance with three young children and adjusting to extreme market disruption. Inspired by renewed mobility following a hip replacement, she put her body and mind to the ultimate test by taking on ‘The World's Toughest Row' as part of ‘The Mothership' crew – a 3,000 mile, unsupported row across the Atlantic Ocean and in completing it, joined the ranks of fewer than 250 women to have ever rowed an ocean. Her aim was to inspire women and children, and show them that ordinary people can do extraordinary things. Just weeks after this incredible achievement she was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer, a challenge which would once again put her mental and physical resilience to the test. These two life-changing experiences have had a profound effect on Felicity, and have been a catalyst for change. After her successful cancer treatment, Felicity decided to pursue a different avenue of work and now shares her story, experiences and lessons learnt with organisations as an expert speaker to help them become more resilient, adapt to change and thrive. Felicity's 3 mindset messages: 1. Embrace your super power 2. The power of reframing 3. Understanding your 'why' The Food Felicity have always loved food and cooking but as a busy mum of three, it is often a very functional process now and thinking about what to cook can be a chore! She asked if I could cook something that I love, which might help rekindle her own cooking inspiration!  I thought of delicious, full of flavour recipe and easy to make for everyone to enjoy: Chicken Francese.

Wynford Dore is an entrepreneur that has disrupted several industries with his innovative approach to research. 20 years ago, Susie. his daughter, who had struggled badly in school, became depressed…. and attempted to take her own life. Mercifully she lived…. but it changed his life completely - he sold his companies to focus on education and “how we learn”. As part of this quest he founded an examination board “Education Development International plc” which operated in over 50 countries and sold that to the world's largest education publisher - Pearson International plc in 2011. He bought a famous private school in Leamington Spa to investigate how education practices could be enhanced to suit each child's individual needs. But most of his time is spent researching how the brain learns - and how to naturally increase our mental capacity. Working closely with neuroscientists he has discovered that recent breakthroughs show how it is now possible to change how his daughter's brain was working…. And that by stimulating it with carefully chosen exercises brain plasticity can be increased - and so press the brain's “reset button”. This process is now used to transform anxiety, solve attention issues, accelerate learning - and even overcome challenges like poor reading skills. His book “Stop Struggling in School” quickly became a best seller - and now, he's helped many 10's of 1000's of adults and children. Susie is mercifully alive, but he continues to work closely with researchers with the belief that these powerful tools will soon reach the millions of people still struggling….whose lives could be transformed. Wynford's 3 mindset messages:  The generally held belief that we have to "put up with" whatever mental capacity we were born with is a myth. We CAN and SHOULD increase our mental capacity to the max so we A) perform at our best and B) feel "on top" of whatever life throws at us. Neuroplasticity can be enhanced at any age - which means that we can make important changes in our mental state and our cognitive faculties when we want. This takes away our limitations in a lasting, life changing way. Neuroscience explains many important things - including (for instance) why mindfulness, meditation and gratitude really change the brain. It also shows exciting things like.... why fun and contentment create totally different chemicals in the brain, some of which are addictive - and some that block the creation of the "contentment chemical". Very few realise this - and discovering it is life changing. The Food Wynford wanted a combination of meat and veg and whilst it sounds simple, I wanted him to have an explosion of flavours in his mouth.  So after a bit of research, I decided to make one of my favourite Japanese flavoured beef, rice and greens bowl. I love making various bowls, they are so nutritious and you can use variety of ingredients.  Wynford has really enjoyed the steak, and I was very pleased with how it turned out!      Visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk to find out more. 

Beth Sherman is a speaker, comedian, and Emmy-winning Hollywood comedy writer. As a comedian, she has performed at clubs and universities across the United States, and on behalf of the US Army's Department of Morale, Welfare and Recreation, at combat outposts and forward operating bases in Iraq. As a television writer, she has written for the biggest shows in American comedy, including Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and Ellen. As a writer for the Academy Awards (the Oscars,) and the Screen Actors Guild Awards, she has regularly written jokes and presenter copy for the world's biggest celebrities, including Tom Hanks, Helen Mirren, and Queen Latifah. She is the winner of seven Emmy awards for writing and producing television comedy, and has multiple nominations for Writers' Guild Awards. In 2017, she founded Authentically Funny Speeches, a comedy ghostwriting service for personal and professional speeches (TED Talks, keynotes, wedding speeches, eulogies) for non-show business professionals. She continues to work on retainer as a comedy consultant for an elite list of C-level executives. Beth is a member of the Writers Guild of America, the Directors Guild of America, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, and ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.) Beth's 3 mindset messages:  1. You have to clear the path to the laugh. 2. Truth is funny 3. Unless everyone is laughing, it's not funny. The Food: Beth loves food, so she was open to anything. She did say she never had Lithuanian food, and she would love to try it. That of course made me very happy!  I decided to make "Zemaiciu blynai". Essentially, it is potatoes and flour pancakes with meat inside. They are very comforting, and Beth absolutely loved them!   More details on the website: www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk

Sam Bishop has a decade of experience working with elite performing athletes and professional sports teams. His client base ranges from Premier League and Women's Super League footballers, to Premiership rugby players, Professional Golfers and Cricket players. Over the last 5 years, Sam has also worked as an Executive and Performance Psychology Coach with a client group of senior executives and business leaders. Sam adapted his performance coaching style from the sports fields to the boardroom. Taking key learnings, approaches and techniques from elite performing athletes and teams, into business professionals and senior leaders. Sam regularly delivers performance psychology keynote talks and masterclasses to companies such as Hewlett Packard, Nestlé, Citibank and Microsoft. Sam's passion is people and he thrives in working environments where he is able to facilitate self-growth and help individuals identify and overcome their challenges. Sam's 3 mindset messages:  Know thyself (Only I know the truth) 3 principles for Elite Performance - Preparation, Execution, Reflection Leaders/Individuals can lead through Change/time of change - They need to take a PEOPLE first approach. The Food Sam's favourite food/cuisine is Italian. He loves all types and styles of Italian cooking from the fresh vegetables to pasta's, meats to fish. So he asked me for any course that have an Italian flare or influence.  I thought pasta would be an obvious choice, but it had to be a homemade pasta. I decided to make one of my favourite pasta dishes Crab Linguine. You can find this simple, but very delicious recipe here.  I don't make my own pasta often, but I had to challenge myself as I always do. Pasta turned out very good, and Sam really enjoyed the dish.  If you would like to get in touch with Sam, you can do so via LinkedIn or his website. 

Jenny is a Sunday Times no. 1 Best Selling author, experienced public speaker and regularly provides talks and workshops including corporate wellbeing seminars. Jenny Tschiesche is also the founder of www.lunchboxdoctor.com, a hugely popular brand. She has worked with leading brands and health campaigns including BBC Sport, Sport England and Cancer Research UK. Jenny regularly contributes to TV and radio shows including Good Morning Britain and BBC Radio and to newspapers and magazines including The Guardian, The Mail, The Express and Top Santé. Jenny's most recent release is Budget Air Fryer Cookbook (2023). She also launched Air Fryer Cookbook (2022) which shot straight to number one in its category. Jenny has also published Modern Vegetarian Instant Pot (™) Cookbook (2021), Real Lunchtime Food (2019) and The Modern Multi-cooker Cookbook: 101 Recipes for your Instant Pot (™) (2018) which has also reached bestseller in its category. Jenny's 3 mindset messages:  You will never regret being too busy making memories All things being equal, your attitude wins. All things not being equal, your attitude sometimes still wins. John C Maxwell We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give. Winston Churchill The Food From Jenny's choice, it was clear that she loves eating healthy and nutritional food, so I was not surprised that she chose Thai cuisine. I decided to make Thai Red Chicken Curry.  It would be easy for me to use store bought Thai curry paste, which also usually tastes delicious. However, I take this as a challenge and opportunity to enhance my cooking skills. I have decided to make my own red Thai curry paste. It has taken me three different asian shops to find one particular ingredient and two tries to make it less spicy. On the day, the curry turned out absolutely delicious, as confirmed by Jenny.  As per usual, I used the recipe from this website.  If you would like to connect with Jenny, you can do so via Instagram or LinkedIn. Also, you can purchase all Jenny's cookbooks on Amazon or visit www.lunchboxdoctor.com to find out more. 

David Robson is a science writer and author based in the United Kingdom. A graduate of Cambridge University, he has worked as a feature editor at New Scientist and a senior journalist at the BBC, and his writing has appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Men's Health, the Washington Post, and many other publications. His previous book 'The Expectation Effect', was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won the British Psychological Society Book Award for 2022. His latest book is The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your Life (Canongate).   Davi's 3 mindset messages: The ways that we frame an experience can shape our body's physical reactions. We can see these expectation effects in our responses to medicine, food, exercise Our thoughts about ageing can influence our longevity, through changes to our behaviour and our physiological stress response. People with positive views of old age live seven years longer on average We are far more loved than we think. This is a phenomenon called the "liking gap", which shows that we consistently underestimate the positive impressions that we make on other people. Overcoming the liking gap can help us forge deeper relationship    The Food I must tell you, this was not an easy task. It is quite easy to make something out of the ingredient or cuisine that is given & chosen by the guest. But David did not give me any ingredient. This was his wish for the dish: "I'd really love to be surprised! In the Expectation Effect, I describe how we should approach each meal as a form of celebration, since the pleasure that we take in our food can also help to leave us feeling more sated and it can even help our digestion. So perhaps you could pick your favourite meal that is both nutritious and which brings a sense of excitement and comfort?". I had to think hard because quite frankly I wanted to impress David. Instead of trying to understand what would surprise David, which you would never know, I went for something that would surprise me. I have only seen a short video version of this dish so I had to gather ingredients and technique just from that little video. I practised once, and it turned out even better when I made it for David.  It is salmon wrapped in grated potatoes, served with a creamy sauce with dill & asparagus. If you wish a recipe, I would be more than happy to type it and share it with you, so please get in touch!  I can tell you David was pleasantly surprised and absolutely loved this dish!

Joy Poole is a coach who supports high-performing and emerging female leaders to hone their authentic leadership style and write the next brilliant chapter of work and beyond.  Throughout her 20 years in tech, consulting, sales and executive leadership, Joy battled with debilitating cases of perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome. Inspired by a coaching experience of her own, she developed an understanding that unlearning those mental habits and getting crystal clear on what it is that you truly want is entirely possible and absolutely essential for finding fulfilment and success - however you define it. Joy is a Certified Professional Coach, trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She is also a Master Practitioner of the Energy Leadership Index and a Transitions Dynamics Specialist.  She holds a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and Executive Programme certificates from the University of Oxford and the London School of Economics. Besides coaching, speaking and entrepreneuring, other activities that fill Joy up include yoga, sailing, travel and generally trying new things as much as possible. Joy, her husband and their 7-year old son call both London and ‘Pure Joy' (their sailboat) home. Joy's 3 mindset messages: There is a powerful difference between an Intention and a Goal When what you want is bigger, clearer, brighter than what you fear, courage emerges Perfectionism and Procrastination go hand in hand The Food Joy loves all food, and so I was given a hard decision to choose a meal for her. I went for sesame grilled tuna with asian cucumber salad and brown rice.  Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk to find out more.

Larissa Astara Gray is a positive sex education speaker who is on a mission to change the way we talk about sex. This is crucial in developing relationships, and young people need to express their boundaries and consent strongly in this area. There are deep taboos around sexuality, and people find it very difficult to discuss, which disempowers them.  One of the biggest keys to happiness is successful relationships; however, sexual abuse and violence can destroy relationships. Additionally, the rise in porn culture and negative habits stemming from porn are causing a massive disconnect from oneself and others.  Larissa aims to provide clear education to bring our youth out of the darkness surrounding these subjects, making them feel much more comfortable in communicating. This, in turn, strengthens relationships, fostering honesty, respect, compassion, and non-judgment. Encouraging individuals to be themselves and not conform to please others is vital.   Larissa's 3 mindset messages: Feel comfortable talking about the most powerful force in the universe Hidden truths. of pornography Choosing to be yourself and not fit in   Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for more details. 

International "ultra-soprano" (Second Inversion, WA, USA) and "new music rising star" (The Stranger, WA, USA) Emily Thorner is one of the highest operatic voices worldwide and is equally at home in contemporary operas, mainstream opera, orchestras, and chamber ensembles. Emily is invited to sing for the worlds elite including Heads of State, royalty, and the top global leaders on the mission of social impact and sustainability, she sings for a greater purpose: to raise the frequency of humanity. Known for her command of stratospheric high notes, Emily Thorner is highly sought-after for world premieres. Recently, Emily sang solo for 50,000 people and the “Pope” of Africa for “Africa for Humanity,” the Congregational Jubilee for the Peaceful Rise of Africa in Nkamba New Jerusalem, filmed on National TV. Dedicated to the belief that the power of sound and vibration can heal, and that the end of climate change begins with us, Emily is passionate about singing with the purpose of healing through the voice on the global stage, and is dedicated to bringing this purpose, extraordinary high notes, and fearless passion to every stage. She is also the inventor and founder of www.moon-rising.com/the-voice, a sound powered healing platform. Through this platform Emily provides elite level energy work with an expertise in pattern clearing through timelines. She is an intuitive expert in transformation on an energetic level which translates to fast, noticeable breakthroughs for clients who know they are here to "up-level" to their highest potential. You can find out more about Emily and her work via her website (https://www.emily-thorner.com/) Emily's 3 mindset messages:  You have to leave the ground to learn to fly Leap and the net will catch you Living with purpose and revealing and harnessing the gifts we have to nourish and share in this world  The Food Emily wanted a vegan dish, that felt warm, cosy and healthy. So I made her butternut squash curry with chickpeas. 

Nominated for the "Sunhak International Peace Prize in 2019" Stephen is a passionate humanitarian and philanthropist having achieved much influential work in key areas. His influence, skills, media presence, and commitment to the important work of helping others and supporting pivotal causes for positive and meaningful change bring a great addition to Flo Coin, its' mission, and forward-reaching policies of making things better for all people without prejudice. Also a successful international entrepreneur in diverse industries mainly media, Stephen Gillen knows adversity having had a dark past and a tough start. Growing up in war-torn Belfast till age 9 he came to London's East End and rose through London's gangland eventually receiving a lengthy prison sentence. After serving many years incarcerated he transformed his life and is an awarded Peace Ambassador for his work within the inner-cities, conflict-resolution and internationally. A best-selling author with his new book, "Extraordinary, Stephen Gillen: The Search for a Life Worth Living" soon to be a major film, Stephen is also a TV personality and has stared in Gangs of London, Essex Murders and just recently finished another premium TV series for Sky with Ross Kemp and other well-known personalities. Stephen, is a leading charity ambassador for FloCoin, and he is working with many other celebrities, organisations, and luminaries on a range of amazing coming projects soon to be disclosed. Stephen's 3 mindset messages: Life doesn't give us what we want, but what we become The most valuable commodity in life is not money, but time We all have a message to bring to the world, one of our jobs is to discover this and develop it outwards to contribute and change things   If you want to find out what I cooked for Stephen, please visit my website!: www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk

Courtney Orange is a former 6x National Gymnastics Champion, Professional Dancer and an award winning entertainment agency owner. Courtney, who is now better known as the wellbeing motivator, delivers highly interactive workshops and keynote talks, to schools, colleges, universities, organisations and events worldwide. Resilience, Motivation, Confidence & Peak Performance, are 4 powers reflected in Courtney's extremely positive approach towards life and the challenges it has brought with it. “You Grow Through, What You Go Through,” is a quotation Courtney lives by. This has seen him power through leaving home at 18yrs old, to follow an Olympic dream. Overcoming a devastating injury, leading world class entertainers through challenging contracts and having dealt with an abusive work dismissal, all of which were approached with grit, determination and above all a positive mindset. Courtney's ultimate mission, is to enhance individuals, groups and organisations, in finding their inner resilience and motivation, to overcome obstacles and challenges, by adopting a positive mindset approach, in order to be the highest performing versions of themselves.   Courtney's 3 mindset messages: Where energy goes, energy flows Every happening, every experience and every outcome should be taken as a gratifying gift, that we grow and learn from Enjoy every moment, as if it were your last. Life is a performance, so don't go through it too fast.   The food Courtney wanted something vegan, and he was easy going. I previously made these delicious plant based tacos so I thought he would appreciate them.  Please head to my website for the recipe and if you want to watch the video, especially the end when Courtney demonstrates his perfect balance!!     

Andrew Jameson   Having grown up in the swimming pool, Andy's soul is and always will be as an international/Olympic athlete (bronze medalist). He has had and really enjoyed three distinct careers, as an international athlete, the "Voice of Swimming" on British Television in Great Britain for the last 35 years, and as an Investment Banker. He is currently the longest serving BBC swimming commentator. Andy loves seeing and helping people deliver their best self, both at work, and in life in general. Andy's 3 mindset messages: Have a goal, and make it HUGE Have a go, you never know what might happen Always try to do a little bit more than you are asked, a little bit better than they expect.  The enemy of “Great" is “Good" The food Andy wanted to be surprised, or try my homeland traditional food. I decided to make 'Koldunai', a dumpling filled with meat, served with fried bacon and onion sauce, accompanied by a dollop of sour-cream. There are variety of recipes online, simply pick a choose the one you prefer! After filming, Andy tried them and really enjoyed the taste. I was pleased!

Buckso is an International Motivational Speaker/Host & Energy Transformation Coach who mentors spiritual entrepreneurs amongst us, to develop powerful and effective solutions in creating sustainable business's without sacrificing their core values, or quality of life. She understands that in order to attract the right people, places and things, it is essential to communicate in such a way that is both authentic and compelling. In addition to her expertise in being SEEN and HEARD, she also has a deep understanding of energy work and helps clients identify and remove all blocks that prevent them from moving forward in life and business. Through intuitive guidance, Buckso helps to achieve your goals and create successful, sustainable fulfilling businesses and lives, that align with your spiritual values and beliefs, without compromising integrity. You may well recognise her from the small screen as she does pop up on various soaps and dramas in the UK. Having gone into the world of Acting at 37, Buckso has recently expanded this creative side by diving deeply into her real passion as a Speaker. From the stage she shares energy and wisdom, gained from her own awakening in 2020. She is now also coaching women that are looking to find their voice in 2024, with bespoke 12 week 1:1 containers, on perfecting their ability to confidently pitch and position themselves like a queen on any given platform or stage. Buckso's three key messages: Perseverance indeed pays The beauty in life after death If we never experience the fire, we never know how to really heal The food Buckso loves chicken, garlic and onions is a must in every meal. I decided to make her spicy garlic chicken. It is very simple yet absolutely delicious meal, which is easy to make for lunch or dinner. On a side, I added beetroot kimchi, broccoli and picked onions.  

George Anderson is a wellbeing and performance expert with 20 years of experience as a coach, trainer and speaker. He works with individuals and organisations to help them take more action towards improving their physical and mental wellbeing, resilience and performance, in the workplace and beyond. George's three key mindset messages: Reframe stress and discomfort Keep an eye on the big picture, but focus on the next step you need to take Set goals to challenge and change you, not just to achieve an end   The food George wanted to try authentic Japanese katsu curry and he absolutely loved it! Please visit Mindset Kitchen to find out more.

Paul Dornan has worked in the TV and creative world for over three decades as a writer, producer, script-mentor and director. He's written everything from sit-com, to film to radio drama and created drama that's funny and comedies that's are dramatic. His work has been seen by huge audiences and sold around the world, he co-wrote a Number 1 best-selling comedy book that ruined Alan Bennett's Christmas by keeping him at number 2. He's worked with a galaxy of stars from Dame Edna Everage to the Spice Girls to Christopher Lloyd from Back To The Future and some of the top producers and writers in the comedy world.  Paul is also the founder of True Funny – a new service offering creative consultancy and coaching to help keynote speakers and business leaders bring humour, warmth and characterful storytelling to their work and speech-making. He also now runs the Find Your Funny Masterclasses at the Comedy Store for speakers. In 2024 he's teaching a new course on Writing Comedy for the world-famous Faber Academy in London.   Paul's three key mindset messages: Don't be boring Respect yourself The customer is always wrong   The food Paul wanted to try Lithuanian, so I made him one of my favourite dish called Ceburekai.  Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for the recipe and video.   

Total Body Health, a holistic clinic, came about as a response to a number of health challenges Tony faced in middle age.  Depression, back pain (slipped disk, sciatica and arthritis), a prostate issue, stress, and problems sleeping. Tony was taking 24 pills a day! After having injections in the back, Tony was told that the only option was to fuse his vertebrae with a small risk of paralysis, impotence and incontinence, or all three. He declined and said it didn't hurt that much (it did)!. Tony came across Bioresonance, which not only enabled him to get rid of the pain, pills and 2 stone of excess weight, but baffled his prostate consultant who confirmed he did not have cancer and discharged him to his GP.  The advent of Covid brought the addition of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Red Light Therapy, both helpful with regard to Long Covid, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, injuries, pain and post surgical recovery, even Alzheimer's.  Total Body Health clinic is on a mission to enable people to make the best choices for themselves to achieve optimum physical and mental health. Tony's four key messages: "The part can never be well unless the whole is well" Plato. Medical science has made such a tremendous progress that there is hardly a healthy human left" A.Huxley novel "Brave New World". Take the rough with the smooth, life is working for you. Look for the good in everything. The body and the world are always seeking balance. For every action, there is a reaction. There is more to life than meets the eye, question everything.   The food Tony wanted something light and healthy, so I decided to make Salmon salad with Asian ginger sesame dressing. The dressing is a star alongside salmon (or trout in this case). It has everything to tickle your taste buds and fill your tummy without many calories. If you want to find the recipe, please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk    

Stuart Wade helps high achievers in sport and business to perform better, overcome anxiety and lose weight if they need to, all through the power of clinical hypnotherapy and mind coaching!  Stuart is a lifelong martial artist and athlete, having competed at the highest levels in Taekwondo and Kickboxing over his competitive career.  He also has a tremendous sweet tooth believe it or not! Stuart's 3 key mindset messages: Have a conviction in what you are doing. It's an essential ingredient of mental toughness and getting what you want. “Comparison is the thief of joy” Make time for yourself. If you need to rest, rest. Sometimes we need to pause, or reset, to continue making progress, rather trying to force it.

With a fascination for understanding WHY people do what they do, Amy Rowlinson shines the light on purpose, fulfilment and curiosity to empower others to forge their own paths. As a Life Purpose Coach, Podcast Strategist and Podcaster, Amy's chosen mission is to gift a living legacy of inspiration, insight and knowledge to create long-lasting, positive ripple effects. On her own global podcast, Focus on WHY, Amy speaks with people from all walks of life providing uplifting and relatable conversations designed to inspire you to take action.  Amy's 3 key mindset messages: It's never too late to be who you might have been. I am a great believer of midlife beginnings You don't find your purpose, you create, craft and evolve it throughout your entire life. – Journey of Purpose and Focus on WHY Stop filling in the moments, instead create moments which are fulfilling. – Difference between living and existing

Matt Black is not your typical investor. A serial entrepreneur for over 30 years, highly creative & strategic thinker, he grew and exited over 12 companies of his own, and was inspiration or angelic force for good behind many hundreds more. A feminist and crusader for equality Matt has also been a champion of the concept that positive entrepreneurial thinking can literally change the world. His passion is helping others turning ideas into positive impact as well as financial rewards. He believes we can all contribute to tackling humanities biggest challenges if we do it together. Matt's 3 key mindset messages: If you help enough people get what they want, you will get what you want. Why use my brain, when you can use someone else's. If it is hard, you are doing it wrong.