Podcast appearances and mentions of Julia Samuel

In this live episode of Hurt to Healing, Julia Samuel is joined by acclaimed author and advocate Kit de Waal for a powerful conversation about friendship, fear, and the patterns we inherit from childhood. With her signature blend of candour and compassion, Kit opens up about the painful unravelling of a close friendship and how it stirred echoes of her early life — growing up with a strict Jamaican Jehovah's Witness father and a fiery Irish Catholic mother. She reflects on the emotional survival tactics that shaped her, the fierce loyalty of her siblings, and the way fear and secrecy became part of her emotional DNA. Together, Julia and Kit explore the complexities of trust, identity, and repair — what it means to rewrite the stories we were raised with, and how we begin to parent and connect differently. From Kit's teenage rebellion and escape from a rigid religious upbringing to her work in social care and advocacy for marginalised voices, this is a conversation about resilience, rupture, and growth.  Find Kit: Website: https://www.kitdewaal.com/ Instagram: @kitdewaal Please subscribe and leave a review—it truly makes all the difference! Follow Julia at @juliasamuelmbe for more insights, tips, and conversations on life's challenges and how to improve your mental well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why does family matter so much to us? As today's guest, renowned psychotherapist Julia Samuel explains, every client she's seen in 30 years of practice, mentions their family members. Like it or not, we all carry our upbringing into our adult lives. Our family is wired in us genetically and it shows in our responses to life, our beliefs, and the ‘fault lines' that trigger us in daily life. Could finding out more about our families be the key to knowing more about ourselves? Julia's new book, Every Family Has A Story: How We Inherit Love and Loss is a powerful exploration of what we inherit, what we can change, and how inter-family relationships inform all aspects of our lives. Often unknowingly, we are a product of how our older relatives have coped with their experiences. It even shows up in our genes! Julia and I explore this subject of trans-generational trauma – or how our present-day struggles probably didn't start with us (but learning and forgiveness can). In order to protect our children and grandchildren, Julia says, we need to process our feelings so we don't pass them on. This might mean uncovering the secrets and untold stories from generations above you. And if that sounds daunting to put into practice, she has some wonderful advice for facilitating difficult conversations. We also discuss generational conflicts over parenting techniques, setting boundaries, and how to be compassionate and respectful with family members while also recognising and protecting your own needs. Whatever your family situation – whether you're close, estranged or somewhere in between – there's something we can all take from Julia's powerful, original approach. Caution: contains mild swearing. Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore.  For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.   Thanks to our sponsor: https://drinkag1.com/livemore Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/539   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

In this episode of the Therapy Works podcast, Julia Samuel welcomes Lucy Brazier, the author of 'The Honesty Box', who candidly shares the challenges she faces in her marriage due to her husband's longstanding struggles with depression. Lucy discusses the transformative impact of an eventual ADHD and autism diagnosis on their relationship, their coping mechanisms, and the critical role of honest communication.  Their story also highlights systemic issues in mental health diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, the episode features a discussion among Julia and her daughters about the broader implications of these struggles in marriages, underscoring the importance of understanding, patience, and resilience. 00:32 Struggles with Depression in Marriage 00:59 Decision to Divorce 02:25 Emotional Impact and Resentment 03:20 Challenges of Supporting a Depressed Partner 11:32 Discovery of ADHD 13:04 The Honesty Box Project 16:46 Impact of ADHD Diagnosis 26:44 Dual Diagnosis: ADHD and ASD 30:54 Understanding Family Dynamics 31:17 Balancing Openness and Protection 33:02 Collective Agency in Mental Health 34:23 Navigating Differences in Marriage 36:31 Embracing Imperfections and Courage 39:14 The Importance of Honest Conversations 40:24 Coping Mechanisms and Adaptations 54:05 The Role of Diagnosis and Acceptance 57:08 Reflections on Divorce and Relationships Buy Lucy's book: https://amzn.eu/d/990Khdl Instagram: @brazier.lucy Please subscribe and leave a review—it truly makes all the difference! Follow Julia at @juliasamuelmbe for more insights, tips, and conversations on life's challenges and how to improve your mental well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Therapy Works, Dr Julie Smith—clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and online mental health educator—joins Julia Samuel for a deeply personal and insightful conversation on health, success, and the importance of mental well-being. Julie opens up about the unexpected success of her first book, the challenges of navigating a public career, and how her values—particularly as a parent—help her stay grounded. She also shares how her cancer diagnosis and treatment impacted her both personally and professionally, reflecting on how she managed to balance her roles as a parent and an author while facing one of the most challenging experiences of her life. The conversation also explores the power of language, books, and storytelling in helping people navigate difficult emotions and experiences. Julia's daughters, Emily and Sophie, offer their own reflections on the discussion, delving into the role of books as a source of support, the complexities of motherhood, and the ongoing challenge of work-life balance. Buy Julie's new book: https://amzn.eu/d/fR4P4j2 Website: drjuliesmith.com Instagram: @drjulie TikTok & YouTube: @DrJulieSmith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, has proposed "a new National Care Service", as part of the government's plan to shake-up adult social care with increased funding and an independent commission headed by crossbench peer Baroness Louise Casey. As adult social care is a predominantly female work force - and women make up the majority of people carrying out unpaid caring responsibilities - what impact could these changes have? Kylie Pentelow was joined by Melanie Williams, President of the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services and Helen Walker, Chief Executive of Carers UK.On New Year's Day, Nuala McGovern explored all things women and walking in this special programme. She was joined by the comedian and author Miranda Hart to discuss how her battle with chronic illness gave her a new appreciation for getting outdoors and walking, following 10 years out of the spotlight with chronic fatigue.Many people will have visited or been visited by their adult children over the holidays. Being a parent to adult children, as well as being the adult child, can be complicated. What are the pitfalls? How can we ensure that relationship stays strong? Clare McDonnell was joined by psychotherapist Dr Julia Samuel and actor Helen Lederer to discuss.Four women from Pembrokeshire in Wales are about to set off on an Atlantic rowing challenge that's been three years in the planning. They're set to break two world records along the way. 32-year-old Sophie Pierce will be the first person with cystic fibrosis to row any ocean and 70-year-old Janine Williams will be the oldest woman to complete this challenge. She's due to set a Guinness World Record. Along with Miyah and Polly, the women will spend 60 days together in a 10-metre-long ocean rowing boat to cross 3,200 miles unaided from Lanzarote to Antigua. Sophie and Janine spoke to Kylie on the day before they left for Lanzarote.What's it like fostering in your forties? Author Beth Moran had three children in her twenties but decided to take up fostering once they flew the nest. Her new novel It Had To Be You is inspired by her experiences of fostering 13 children in five years and she joined Clare to discuss the challenges her family faced.A new Dolly Parton musical Here You Come Again is packed with the biggest and most rhinestoned hits from the country legend, and is currently playing at the Riverside Studios in London before it heads on tour across the UK next month. Actress Tricia Paoluccio joined Clare to discuss what it's like becoming Dolly in the show – and gave a live performance in the studio.Presenter: Kylie Pentelow Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Louise Corley

Many people will have visited or been visited by their adult children over the holidays. Being a parent to adult children, as well as being the adult child, can be complicated. What are the pitfalls? How can we ensure that relationship stays strong? Clare McDonnell is joined by psychotherapist Dr Julia Samuel and actor and author Helen Lederer to discuss.‘Unfortunately, she was a Nymphomaniac' – that's the title of a new book written to debunk the misogynist myths of Imperial Rome and to put the record straight about the lives and fates of Roman women. Its author, the journalist Joan Smith, joins Clare to give us a fresh perspective on the ancient world.New Dolly Parton musical Here You Come Again is packed with the biggest and most rhinestoned hits from the country legend, and is currently playing at the Riverside Studios in London before it heads on tour across the UK next month. Actress Tricia Paoluccio joins Clare to discuss what it's like becoming Dolly in the show – and gives a special live performance in the studio. Presenter: Clare McDonnell Producer: Lottie Garton

She's back in the building! Yes, Fi joins Jane in the studio for their final episode before they 'break up' for the Christmas period. A bonus Christmas special will air on the big day itself, and normal service will resume on Monday the 6th of January. Before that, Jane and Fi chat yuletide highlights, painful show-biz endings and going solo. Plus, psychotherapist Julia Samuel answers listeners' Christmas dilemmas. Get your suggestions in for the next book club pick!If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if we started seeing grief as a form of trauma—could it help us make sense of the confusing ways our mind and body react to loss? In this conversation, Debbie sits down with Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a psychotherapist who's spent her life helping people navigate the heartbreak of loss. She's here to talk about her new book, Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions About Grief and Loss, and to share her personal and research-based wisdom on this tender subject. We look into the messy, complicated emotions that grief can bring—like anger, guilt, regret, and anxiety—and Megan offers simple, meaningful ways to cope. We also tackle the bigger picture: why we need more honest conversations about death and how we can show up better for each other in times of loss. We hope you'll join us for this meaningful conversation that might just give you a little clarity, hope, and comfort wherever you, or even the loved ones you are supporting, are on your grief journey.  Listen and Learn:  Why grief education is key to feeling less alone, less afraid, and truly understood How we can reconnect in the face of profound loss Loss, grief, and mourning: uncovering the nuanced definitions and how they shape our healing journeys How Meghan's two very contrasting losses shaped her approach to grief and healing The varying emotions of grief and why anger and anxiety might be more common than expected The shifting waves of loss, unexpected triggers, and lasting connections The idea of signs from loved ones Could the signs we receive from loved ones beyond death be more than just coincidence? Resources:  Can Anyone Tell Me?: Essential Questions about Grief and Loss: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781649632593 Meghan's Website: https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/ Connect with Meghan on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-riordan-jarvis-ma-licsw-071051142 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefismysidehustle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghan.riordan.jarvis/?hl=en Books Meghan mentioned in the episode:  The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss by Mary-Frances O'Connor: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9780062946249 How Emotions Are Made, by Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781328915436 Permission to Feel by Marc Brackett: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781250212832 Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief: A Revolutionary Approach to Understanding and Healing the Impact of Loss by Claire Bidwell Smith: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9780738234786 Grief Works: Stories of Life, Death, and Surviving (A Practical Guide to Grief and Loss) by Julia Samuel: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781501181542  About Meghan Riordan Jarvis Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-trained psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is founder of the Grief Mentor Method: Six Core Concepts to Creating a Personalized Grief Process and is the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. Her new book is called Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions about Grief and Loss.  Related episodes:  117. Bearing Unbearable Loss: A conversation About Grief with Joanne Cacciatore 356. Navigating the Challenges of Caregiving with Allison Applebaum 354. A Family Guide to Dementia with Brent Forester 183. Permission to Feel: Emotional Intelligence with Marc Brackett 309. The Language of Emotions with Karla McLaren 216. Managing Anger and Irritability, Featuring Russell Kolts 320. Anger and Forgiveness with Robyn Walser 341. Self-Forgiveness with Grant Dewar 291. Finding Freedom From Regret with Robert Leahy  118. Moral Injury and Shame with Lauren Borges and Jacob Farnsworth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listener Week is when all the topics, interviews and discussions are chosen by YOU!Woman's Hour listener Elaine asked the programme to discuss the issue of having sex in later life. Elaine is in her seventies and her partner would like to resume a sexual relationship. They are both negotiating medical conditions and she feels reluctant. Elaine would like to know what is typical or normal in your seventies. Sex and relationship therapist Charlene Douglas and Dr Clare Gerada, former President of the Royal College of General Practitioners, explain the medical and emotional challenges around intimacy in later life and the accommodations that can be made if older couples want to have sex.Listener Teigan Banks got in touch. ‘I would love to talk about how losing my mum at 11 has led to attachment to maternal figures throughout my life and sometimes this can be negative. In all the grief media I see this is something I never see spoken about and it can be quite isolating. I'm sure other people who have lost parents have experienced similar things. I'm 21 now and this is something I still struggle with. I can feel guilty for these attachments as I feel like I'm forgetting my own mum. But knowing these people can't really replace my mum or be that for me.' Anita is joined by Teigan to talk about these issues and also by Julia Samuel, a psychotherapist, the author of Grief Works. Why can women's haircuts cost more than men's, at the same salon? One listener has asked us to find out. Anita is joined by Caroline Larissey, chief executive of the National Hair and Beauty Federation, a trade organisation for the hair, barbering and beauty industries, and equality lawyer Elizabeth McGlone, who has short hair.Listener Kitty Dowry wanted us to take a look at so called 'risky' sports, and to encourage us all to look at them in a different way. Kitty is a climber; she has been doing it for 10 years and wants to see more women give it a go, even those who might have written it off for fear of it being too dangerous. Kitty joins Anita, as does Hazel Findlay, a professional climber and coach. Listener Ameya is a 20 year old singer-songwriter. She joins Anita to talk about her music, explain how her songs represent her neurodiversity, and discuss why it's important for her, as a British-Indian woman, to break into the mainstream and raise awareness of autism.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Rebecca Myatt

What do Justin Bieber, Pirates, and Grief all have in common? In part one of this two-part special, Dr. Julia Samuel delves into the gritty reality and personal trials of battling shingles and Ramsey Hunt syndrome. She opens up about the profound grief and identity shifts that accompany facial paralysis, emphasizing the power of resilience, support, and humour in the face of adversity. She shows the fellas how navigating illness can redefine one's sense of self and why being present for others is often more valuable than offering solutions. Part two takes a deeper dive into the science of shingles with Dr. Jia Hu. This conversation unravels the complexities of shingles, from its painful symptoms to the critical role of the immune system and the importance of vaccination. Dr. Hu shares insights from his public health initiative, 19 to Zero, highlighting the significance of preventative behaviours and public health awareness.Catch the full video version of this episode on YouTube!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord

What do Justin Bieber, Pirates, and Grief all have in common? In part one of this two-part special, Dr. Julia Samuel delves into the gritty reality and personal trials of battling shingles and Ramsey Hunt syndrome. She opens up about the profound grief and identity shifts that accompany facial paralysis, emphasizing the power of resilience, support, and humour in the face of adversity. She shows the fellas how navigating illness can redefine one's sense of self and why being present for others is often more valuable than offering solutions. Part two takes a deeper dive into the science of shingles with Dr. Jia Hu. This conversation unravels the complexities of shingles, from its painful symptoms to the critical role of the immune system and the importance of vaccination. Dr. Hu shares insights from his public health initiative, 19 to Zero, highlighting the significance of preventative behaviours and public health awareness.Catch the full video version of this episode on YouTube!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord

How to Deal with Grief and Trauma - 2nd Anniversary Special Celebrating Two Years of Healing ConversationsKey Takeaways:1. Milestones: Celebrating 80 episodes over the past two years.2. Noteworthy Guests: Highlighting episodes with Turiya Hanover, Chris Young, Fish James Gill, Julia Samuel, Dr Mary-Frances O'Connor, and David Kessler.3. Community Impact: Acknowledging the invaluable support and engagement from listeners.4. Future Plans: Announcing exciting new topics and episodes for the upcoming year.Suggestions on How to Implement Further:- Visit Podcast Website: Find all episodes and guest information here. - Share the Podcast: Encourage friends and family to listen and subscribe.- Rate and Review: Leave a review on your podcast platform to help others discover the podcast.- Engage on Social Media: Follow and interact with the podcast for updates and discussions.Support the Show.Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

James Harding and three guests debate what they think should lead the news.In this episode he's joined by psychotherapist and author Julia Samuel, Tortoise news editor Jess Winch and climate editor Jeevan Vasagar.Email: newsmeeting@tortoisemedia.comGuests:Julia Samuel, psychotherapist and author Jess Winch, news editor at TortoiseJeevan Vasagar, climate editor at TortoiseHost: James Harding, founder and editor of TortoiseProducers: Rebecca Moore and Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Jasper CorbettTo listen to Hattie Garlick's interview with Stormy Daniels click here.To find out more about Tortoise:- Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists- Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and exclusive content- Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia is a well known psychotherapist, author of the best seller ‘Grief Works', and she has a podcast ‘Therapy Works'.  She is Godmother to Prince George, and was a close friend of the Late Princess Diana. Julia discusses her upbringing and how she got into psychotherapy via Interior Design. In this episode Julia discusses her upbringing and how she got into psychotherapy via Interior Design.  She talks about her garden, which was originally laid out by Lutyens and Jekyll, and how she enjoys it at every season of the year. Additionally, she explains the importance of outside spaces especially when you are affected by trauma and grief.  Bunny took Julia a gift box of beautiful products from Bertioli by Thyme, containing their hand & body lotion, hand & body wash, their 3-in-1 shampoo bar, a large double wick candle, and best of all their breathing balm. All of which are in their comforting Water Meadow fragrance, inspired by their water meadows at home in Southrop. Bertioli.co.uk.

Celebrated psychotherapist Julia Samuel talks to Carol about why jewellery can be important to managing anxiety and stress in today's world, while jeweller Charlotte Garnett tells her how this can be put into practice. This episode is brought to you by @fuligemstones https://fuligemstones.com Follow Carol Woolton: @carolwoolton Produced by Natasha Cowan @tashonfash Music & editing by Tim Thornton @timwthornton Creative direction by Scott Bentley @bentleycreative Illustrations Jordi Labanda @jordilabanda Read Carol Woolton in Vogue magazine – vogue.co.uk/fashion/jewellery and carolwoolton.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast will change your mind! Today's episode is another brilliant compilation, this time on the theme of mindset – how changing your thinking can change your life. The team and I have selected some of the most practical, inspiring and can-do clips. Each one is filled with hope and potential, guaranteed to get you into a positive frame of mind. It's a fantastic episode to help you begin 2024 as you mean to go on. The idea behind this theme was to collect all the best tips, tricks and evidence-based techniques to help you reframe some of the ways you might see the world. Reframing means that when challenges arise, or difficult conversations or decisions present themselves, you can choose to approach them in a different way. With time you will genuinely feel differently about them – and find yourself embracing life with a new sense of freedom and fulfilment. The clips you'll hear include some powerful, life-changing ideas and insights on controlling your reaction to stressors, managing anxiety and overwhelm, learning to sit with your thoughts, and growing your resilience and self-compassion. As we see in a new year, with all its talk of resolutions and ‘new yous', I think you'll appreciate our experts' realistic take on making healthy habits stick and overcoming limiting beliefs or unhelpful thought patterns. If you ever feel a bit lost in life, as if you've strayed from your intended path, this podcast will help. Together, my guests will help you to reconnect with your true, authentic self. And that's something we could all do with in modern life. You'll hear from former guests including Jay Shetty, Oliver Burkeman, Rich Roll, Peter Crone, James Clear, Jim Kwik, Mel Robbins, Dr Kristen Neff, Dr Edith Eger, Pippa Grange and Julia Samuel – to name but a few – on how to harness the power of your mind and cultivate emotional and spiritual growth. Remember that each of the clips in this podcast comes from a full-length episode. So if you like what you hear, check the show notes for links to listen to those speakers' episodes in full. My team and I loved compiling this episode for you, it's been a wonderful reminder of our purpose in life. And I hope that some of the wisdom you hear today will inspire you to find yours. Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.Find out more about my NEW Journal here https://drchatterjee.com/journalThanks to our sponsors:https://calm.com/livemorehttps://vivobarefoot.com/livemorehttps://drinkag1.com/livemoreShow notes https://drchatterjee.com/412DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off Air has hit 10 million downloads! Hooray! So, we celebrated with a very special cake (you can see that on our Instagram @janeandfi).Once all that excitement died down, Jane and Fi got back to business and discussed thrush, wearing glasses to look clever and school uniforms.Plus, they're joined by leading psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE to solve some of your Christmas dilemmas.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioWe're up for an award! You can vote for us here, if you'd like: https://podbiblemag.com/pod-bible-listener-polls-2023-vote-now/Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Eve SalusburyTimes Radio Producer: Kate Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TW: There are references to eating disorders in this episode. Psychotherapist and best-selling author, Julia Samuel, is back on the podcast for a festive special. Christmas is supposed to be a happy time of year, but despite our best intentions, it's not always as simple as that! Between grief, heartbreak, illness, and challenging family dynamics, Christmas can be a difficult time to navigate. This is why Julia is back to respond to some of your questions and dilemmas and share some of the wisdom she's gleaned from over 30 years' worth of clinical experience.Together they discuss navigating your first Christmas after the death of a loved one; ways you can support someone who is grieving at this time of year; how to try to make the best of your last Christmas with someone who has a terminal illness; developing rituals - which Julia describes as habits with soul – which might help you manage triggers; why sometimes family issues such as favouritism are best discussed in January; and managing clashes of personality between your partner and your parents. Plus, why the turkey is almost certainly not going to be perfect! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeJulia Samuel has such vast knowledge in the realm of grief that I feel incredibly lucky to have her as a guest on the podcast. The understanding she can share from her over 30 years of experience is exceptional. I'm sure that you will enjoy and learn a lot from today's episode.About this week's guest Julia was Psychotherapist for Paediatrics at St Mary's Hospital Paddington, the post she established in 1992, where her role for 25 years involved seeing families who have children or babies who die, and where she trained and supported the staff. In 1994 she worked to help launch and establish The Child Bereavement Charity, and as the Founder Patron was involved in many aspects of the charity's work, having a key role in fundraising, strategy, and training for 25 years.In 2016 Julia was awarded an MBE in recognition of her services to bereaved children and in 2017 Middlesex University awarded her an Honorary Doctorate. Later, Julia published her three books Grief Works, This Too Shall Pass, and Every Family Has a Story which all became Sunday Times bestsellers. Most recently, Julia produced the Grief Works app and released her new podcast Therapy Works. She also has a private practice where she sees families and individuals.I recommend you head over to the podcast website to find the gift for today's episode filled with Julia's wisdom and make sure to check out all the links in the show notes. Website: juliasamuel.co.ukGrief Works App: illumeapps.com/griefworksTherapy Works Podcast: juliasamuel.co.uk/podcasts/guest-appearances-2Resources mentioned in this episode:Julia's book Grief Works:  Stories of Life, Death and SurvivingThank you for listening!HOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is produced and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Support the showSupport the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a complimentary Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

The holiday season can bring a mix of joy, stress, pressure and high expectations, hosting duties and enforced time with people we would rather avoid - all of which sometimes lead to conflicts. To help us navigate our way through what to do when it doesn't feel like the most wonderful time of the year, Lauren and Nicole have enlisted the help of psychotherapist Julia Samuel MBE who shares her wisdom and tips. Tune in to hear what she had to say.  Our thanks this week to Julia Samuel. You can find out more about her here: https://juliasamuel.co.uk/ @juliasamuelmbe If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, come follow us at all our channels  To pre order our book “Have You Tried This?” click here  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 For our exclusive merch - https://self-care-club.myspreadshop.co.uk/ Join our private facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email hello@theselfcareclub.co.uk  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Adura Onashile's debut film, Girl, mother Grace and daughter Ama have recently arrived in Glasgow and have created a beautiful cocoon for themselves in a council block apartment. But Grace carries deep trauma from her past, and she finds it exceptionally difficult to watch her daughter go out into the world alone. Director Adura Onashile tells Anita why she emphasised the beauty of urban poverty, and how she drew on her relationship with her own mother.Gwyneth Paltrow shared a photo on Instagram holdings hands with her ex-husband Chris Martin's current partner, Dakota Johnson.. But we ask, could you be friends with your ex's new partner? Alexandra Jones, a journalist who wrote a feature for Vogue about why she feels great about having a friendship with her ex's now wife.Tomorrow marks one hundred years since the birth of one Opera's most renowned and influential singers of the 20th century: the iconic heroine, Maria Callas. But what is it about her talent that has transcended the decades? Two sopranos – Alison Langer and Nadine Benjamin – join Anita to describe Maria Callas' enduring star quality. Going shopping after a loved one has died can be a sharp reminder of your loss. Carmel Bones, who recently lost the main three men in her life now finds it hard to go into men's department stores. Anita speaks to Carmel about her plan to tackle her grief and psychotherapist Julia Samuel gives her advice.Next Sunday, December 3, the annual Radio 4 Christmas Appeal is taking place. Money raised by the Appeal will go to people experiencing homelessness, as well as to support frontline workers and to fund organisations working to end and prevent homelessness. West Mercia Women's Aid are one of the charities who receive donations to assist some of the women that come to them for help. Anita speaks to Chief Executive, Sue Coleman to find out how important this funding is and why they are focussed on older women vulnerable to domestic abuse.Presented by Anita Rani Producer: Louise Corley

Dr. Solomon is joined by therapist and author Julia Samuel for a wide-spanning conversation about family systems, intergenerational healing, grief, and money.Order Dr. Solomon's new book, Love Every Day:https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530Every Family Has a Story: How We Inherit Love and Loss by Julia Samuel:https://bookshop.org/p/books/every-family-has-a-story-how-we-inherit-love-and-loss-julia-samuel/18378436?ean=9780385684392Subscribe to Dr. Solomon's Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia Samuel MBE is a highly regarded psychotherapist and author in the UK whose work and insights into grief and trauma are prolific and profound. Her many accomplishments and accolades include being a Founder Patron of the leading national charity Child Bereavement UK, being appointed a Member of the British Empire for her services to bereaved parents of babies, becoming a vice president of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, writing three wise, transformative books about grief, and hosting a podcast called Therapy Works. In 2021, Julia launched her truly remarkable Grief Works app, which has earned over 1000 five-star reviews. It is a fantastic mobile application for IOS and Android that helps the bereaved navigate their grief, transforming the often-overwhelming grief journey into a reflective, supportive, and positive experience step by step, and literally at a person's fingertips. The Grief Works app makes an incredible, meaningful gift of healing from those who wish to support a loved one or a friend who is experiencing the difficult and painful journey of grief, and it is also a special gift a grieving person can give him or herself. Tune in to this powerful, insights-filled episode with Julia Samuel today! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:What moved Julia to work with grieving individuals as her lifelong mission and purpose. The wonderful work Child Bereavement UK does to support grieving families and train professionals.What inspired Julia to create the Grief Works app, her nurturing, healing resource for anyone trying to cope with the death of a loved one. Why loss of identity is a common side effect of grief. The comprehensive course in the Grief Works app that helps a person work through grief for a mere 15 minutes a day.How Julia's Eight Pillars of Strength help those who are grieving become more able to cope with life. SOME QUESTIONS IRENE ASKS JULIA:What are the Stages of Grief and why is grief a naturally adaptive process?In what ways can grief affect the body, and why do grieving people often feel lost, alone, and fearful?How does the GriefWorks app provide compassionate guidance and support for managing emotions?In what ways does the Grief Works app present ideal coping mechanisms, and holistically guide transition into a new life? Get a 10% discount on the Grief Works App annual subscription: https://illumeapps.com/REBIRTH/

Coming tomorrow! Irene Weinberg interviews Julia Samuels MBE, a highly regarded psychotherapist, and pediatric counselor, about what inspired her to work with individuals grieving the loss of the person they love, how grief is a naturally adaptive process, and how her remarkable Grief Works App provides practical strategies, comforting advice, and a community of support, literally at a person's fingertips.

Hopefully you are fully engaged in a wonderful holiday, spending joyous time immersed in the glorious slipstream of your family dynamics. If so GOOD FOR YOU. If, however, you feel that you are on the brink, near the overwhelm or just unbelievably tired, have we got an episode to you… We've gathered together some self-preserving thoughts from therapy titans, Julia Samuel, Mandy Saligari and Sam Akbar, to talk you down off the emotional cliff. Note: these are highlights, not new recordings. PS: For further inspiration you might want to take a look at Julia Samuel's Every Family Has A Story, MandySaligari.com and Sam Akbar's Stressilient.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life is full of difficult conversations. Having them with our closest relatives is tough. But opening up a dialogue can be so beneficial. Leading psychotherapist Julia Samuel shares essential tips for approaching these conversations.Listen to the full episode hereFollow Julia Samuel on InstagramFollow Sarah Ann Macklin on Instagram 
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By its very nature, this expert episode on grief is raw and emotional, and some tears were shed in the making of it. But Psychotherapist, best-selling author, and podcaster, Julia Samuel, is here to guide us through the many shades of grief; something which impacts all our lives in one way or another and particularly in midlife. Julia very generously answers your questions on everything from practical ways to support loved ones who are grieving, dealing with living losses such as divorce, and visualisation techniques which can help to stop you from ruminating on the “what if's” that come with a loss which is open-ended or without conclusion. Alongside her practical advice, Julia also speaks about some of the fundamentals when it comes to bereavement; why grieving always takes longer than anyone wants, the power of walking and talking, the compounding effect of multiple losses, and how grieving together helps us to build strong familial bonds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In these highlights from Trish & Lorraine's interviews on stage at Postcards from Midlife Live, they talk to actress Patsy Kensit, therapist Julia Samuel, gut guru Professor Tim Spector and menopause expert Dr Louise Newson, and discover how to eat well in midlife, resolve family conflict, find out if HRT and testosterone are right for you and how to get back in the dating and relationships saddle.Contact us: hello@postcardsfrommidlife.comFollow us on Instragram: @postcardsfrommidlifeJoin our private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/681448662400206/If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate it if you would rate and review us subscribe, or simply spread the word! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia Samuel MBE is a leading psychotherapist, patron for You Okay, Doc & Nurse? and best selling author, including Sunday Times bestsellers of Grief Works, This Too Shall Pass & Every Family Has A Story.  She has taught us so much and we can't wait for you to learn from her too. This episode is jam packed with golden nuggets as Julia and Tom navigate into topics on judgement, connection, mental health illness, the role of social media and mental health, and learning to accept that life can be difficult.  Julia and Tom also dive into the sacrifice that doctors make for their career and just how addictive being a doctor can be - a career that they go into to save the lives of others sadly sometimes at the cost of their own. This podcast is hosted by former England Rugby 7's captain and silver medalist Olympian and YOD patron the wonderful, Tom Mitchell.  Please download, rate, subscribe and share with your friends and colleagues!

From bickering at Christmas dinners to mourning lost loved ones, family is there through thick and thin. Julia Samuel MBE is an author, podcast host and one of the UK's leading psychotherapists who can help us better understand and communicate with our families.Whether it be understanding the origins of sibling rivalry, learning that trauma is passed through generations or making sense of how our upbringing shape our adult life, this conversation encourages us to have challenging and honest dialogues with our loved ones - and better process our own emotions.Follow Julia Samuel on Instagram.Join the Live Well Be Well Club and listen to this episode ad-free, as well as bonus episodes - tap 'Try Free' on Apple Podcasts.00:00 You don't need family therapy01:00 Are all families dysfunctional?09:25 Therapy with your great-grandparents?13:38 Trauma passed down through generations23:35 Setting healthy boundaries37:23 Why should we reflect on our behaviour?42:35 Power dynamics in relationships48:30 Understanding griefJulia's Books:Every Family Has a Story This Too Shall Pass Grief WorksLinks:Julia's Podcast 'Therapy Works'Julia's 12 touchstones for family wellbeingWatch this episode on YouTubeFollow me, Sarah Ann Macklin on InstagramAnd sign up to my newsletter here*****Thank you to my wonderful season sponsor Arena Flowers Use this code for 50% of your first 3 subscription boxes: LWBW50(New subscription customers only)Order your Arena Flowers before 9pm for next day delivery*****Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life

Benny and Dr. Nick talk with renowned British psychotherapist Julia Samuel who founded Grief Works, an app that offers you practical strategies, guidance, and the comfort of knowing that you're not alone in your grief. The Grief Works team is offering our listeners a 15% discount on all subscriptions. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. 

Picture this: you're trying to navigate through the murky waters of grief, you're overwhelmed, your heart is heavy - and then, you have to explain death to a child. How do you do that? How do you help a child understand grief? These were the tricky questions I tackled with Julia Samuel, an expert in bereavement and author of Grief Works, in this thought-provoking conversation. Julia's insights, drawn from her vast experience in the bereavement sector and her work with families whose babies and children passed away, brought new dimensions of understanding to these heavy topics.As we engaged in our candid conversation, we exchanged thoughts on the layered complexities of grief and healing. We explored the power of validation, the strength of community, and the importance of mindful parenting in fostering a healthy environment for grieving children. We touched on vital aspects of self-care and the role it plays in navigating personal grief. Julia explained our instinct to shield our children from pain and loss and how, at times, this can paradoxically hinder their understanding and acceptance of grief. We further discussed practical tools that can help those grieving, specifically the Grief Works app developed by Julia. This app is designed to support and manage the grieving process actively. We discussed its functionalities, including the 28-day course it offers, its affordability, and how it can be gifted to friends or family in need. From discussing the nuances of grief and therapy to sharing the power of vulnerability and authentic conversations in connecting with people, this conversation with Julia Samuel was profoundly enlightening, offering solace to anyone on their own personal journey through loss and grief.Web: (https://www.widowedaf.com)Instagram (@widowed_af)Watch on (YouTube)If you enjoy the show please consider subscribing and give us a review on what ever

The complexities and highs of managing a big family, the power of grief, and the unique experience of hearing your own voice - we're discussing it all and so much more. This episode is full of raw, touching moments and personal insights, as we share the stage with David, a father of eight, who had the unimaginable task of breaking the news of their mother's death to his five children. David's experience teaches us about life's unfairness and how one navigates through such difficult times.We delve into the intricacies of blended families and the paramount importance of honouring the memory of a deceased parent. Be part of our journey as we relive going  to see Pink at Hyde Park - an emotionally uplifting adventure that contrasts with the powerlessness of prolonged struggles. And guess what? We've got a special treat for you! Julia Samuel, the author of the renowned book, Grief Works, will be joining us on the podcast.Web: (https://www.widowedaf.com)Instagram (@widowed_af)Watch on (YouTube)If you enjoy the show please consider subscribing and give us a review on what ever

Julia Samuel is a leading UK psychotherapist. At St Mary's Hospital Paddington, she established the post of psychotherapist for Paediatrics, where her role for 25 years involved seeing families who have children or babies who die, and where she trained and supported the staff. In 1994 she worked to help launch and establish Child Bereavement UK and as the Founder Patron was involved and in many aspects of the charities work, having a key role in fundraising, strategy and training. She has stepped back from active involvement now. In 2016 Julia was awarded an MBE in recognition of her services to bereaved children and in 2017 Middlesex University awarded her an Honorary Doctorate. In 2017 Julia published Grief Works which was a Sunday Times bestseller in the UK and has been published in 17 countries. In March 2020 she published This Too Shall Pass: stories of Change Crisis and Hopeful Beginnings and is also a Sunday Times bestseller. In 2022 Julia published Every Family has a Story to wide acclaim. In 2021 Julia produced a 5* rated app for those who grieve, Grief Works – a 28 day course to soothe your pain, build your strength and heal. She also has a private practice where she sees families and individuals for many different issues.           https://juliasamuel.co.uk

From the U.N.'s International Court of Justice to the bejeweled Strictly ballroom at Blackpool, this week's guest's journey to the midpoint has been quite an extraordinary one. Gabby chats with barrister and broadcaster Rob Rinder MBE, ahead of the release of his debut novel The Trial. They talk about everything from why it's important that we keep in mind the myriad of human reasons why people behave in the way they do, how forgiveness is sacred but is not the same as forgetting and how Rob lives in forgiveness even though his family were victims of the Holocaust, to why he can't bear the “farting smugness” of some yoga classes and why he will forever be a match-maker and a romantic! Psychotherapist and best-selling author, Julia Samuel, also joins to offer an expert view on inherited trauma and behaviours, and practical ways to help you deal with that – which is the focus of her latest book Every Family Has A Story. Julia mentions the work of Charles Duhigg around habit forming and you can find out more about his work here. The latest of Rob's factual series, The Holyland and Us - Our Untold Stories, is also still available to watch on BBC iPlayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode I am speaking with leading Psychotherapist, Julia Samuel MBE.If you're involved in the grief online world, you'll definitely have come across Julia and her brilliant committed work as a Psychotherapist. I've come to know and befriend Julia over the years and she felt like the only person I felt comfortable with to have this big, big conversation.I'll be dead honest, this episode is completely raw for me. Today we're talking about the surviving parent and the complexities that can lie ahead when they find love again. I've got my own and very current experience on this, and in this episode, I'm peeling back the layers of it with Julia.It's brutally honest and I'm really wearing my heart on my sleeve. As always, Julia left me and I hope you too, with so much to think about and reflect on when it comes to navigating this experience. From learning to give myself self compassion, listening to the logical and illogical side of our brain and understanding that when a parent moving on in a relationship can feel like another loss and that it's not something to laugh off about (As I do many, many times in this ep)Thank you Julia for basically giving me a free therapy session lol, but for genuinely holding my heart and truly listening to me. I didn't know how much I needed this conversation.Find Julia and her work here.Big love,Amber xxxFollow and be part of The Grief Gang community:Join our patreon Unpacking Grief: patreon.com/UnpackingGriefInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefgangpodcast/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/thegriefgang?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGriefGangYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCpe5pGmjvqPFteN4L7T_ZATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegriefgangWebsite: https://www.thegriefgang.com/Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-grief-gang. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia Samuel MBE, a psychotherapist and pediatric counsellor, is a prominent advocate for celebrating the lives of lost loved ones and transforming the way we approach grief. With a background in publishing before transitioning into counselling, Samuel brings a unique perspective to the field, combining her understanding of human emotions with her passion for storytelling and communication.Recognizing the profound impact that grief has on individuals, Samuel has been instrumental in promoting Celebration Day, a national initiative aimed at reshaping society's perception of loss and death. Through her research, she has discovered that an overwhelming majority of people—3 in 5 individuals, or 77%—believe it is crucial to celebrate and remember those no longer with us. Moreover, a significant 85% of respondents feel that these celebrations should be positive and uplifting rather than melancholic.Samuel's work highlights the need for communal gatherings that encourage open conversations about lost loved ones. Her research shows that almost two-thirds of people (65%) believe there are inadequate opportunities to come together and discuss their departed family and friends. In addition, she has found that a similar proportion of individuals lack regular rituals to honour and remember their loved ones.As Celebration Day approaches on Sunday the 28th of May, Samuel invites individuals from all walks of life to pause and unite in celebrating those who are no longer with us. She emphasizes the importance of personalizing these commemorations, encouraging people to remember their loved ones in their own unique and sometimes quirky ways. By fostering an atmosphere of joy and connection, Samuel believes that Celebration Day can help bridge the raw emotions of grief and inspire a collective shift toward embracing the positive memories associated with lost loved ones.Beyond her dedication to grief counselling and advocacy, Julia Aline Samuel holds a special place in the British royal family as one of the seven godparents of Prince George. This role further attests to her character and influence, as she continues to touch lives through her compassionate approach to therapy and her commitment to transforming the way society experiences and commemorates loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As most of you will know Ruby Wax is a comedian, actor and author as well as a mental health campaigner.  Our conversation was particularly powerful because we got under the hood of the performer Ruby, and gained insight into who she really is, and how she got to be who she is. In listening to her honesty you will connect with yourself and recognise some of the influences that led you, the listener, to be you.  We discussed complex issues like: What led Ruby to be ‘not as well as [she] thought [she] was' and her breakdown after 12 years of being stable. Why her experience of depression was like a ‘holocaust inside'.  How we navigate together the difficult line of describing her experience without triggering her to drop back into it. The power of comedy as a defence and as a way to bear the unbearable We discuss the roots of Ruby's depression and how it stemmed from the abuse and terror of her childhood and how that terror lives on and plays out in our daily life, even if managed.  For Ruby being at home is a place of threat and how she feels 'trapped' when locked inside her house for too long. You need to listen to this episode if you want to understand depression, yourself and what can help you.  Buy Ruby's new book: https://amzn.eu/d/aaTlK7b Find support at the Frazzled Cafe: https://www.frazzledcafe.org/ --- Please buy a ticket to my Masterclass, 'Change your family dynamics with Julia Samuel at The School of Life' on 16th and 22nd May: https://www.theschooloflife.com/amsterdam/julia-samuel-change-your-family-dynamics/?utm_source=colla&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=juliapodcast Discount code: TheSchool_Julia Find Julia: Julia's Website: https://juliasamuel.co.uk/ Julia's Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe Grief Works app: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/grief-works-self-care-love/id1558867513 -- Produced by Georgie Rutherford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our family is wired in us genetically and it shows in our responses to life, our beliefs, and the ‘fault lines' that trigger us in daily life. Could finding out more about our families be the key to knowing more about ourselves?Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I'll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.Today's clip is from episode 246 of the podcast with Julia Samuel - renowned psychotherapist and author of the book ‘Every Family Has a Story: How We Inherit Love and Loss'.In this clip, Julia explains why our present-day struggles probably didn't start with us and how finding out more about our family history can help us heal.CAUTION: Contains mild swearingSupport the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.Show notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/246Follow me on instagram.com/drchatterjeeFollow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjeeFollow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Season 3 of Therapy Works! To mark the publication of the paperback of my book Every Family Has a Story, we decided to do a role reversal and I invited the fantastic comedian and podcaster Cariad Loyd to put me in the therapy chair. Can I just say being interviewed is not my happy place! Although I did love this conversation, as I ended up being very open, I laughed, cried and said things I have never said publicly before.  The topics we covered: We discussed my mother being an alcoholic and how that led to me becoming a psychotherapist.  The complexity of our relationships, that people often want to label them as good or bad, and how relationships are full of contradictions: love, hate, fury, gratitude, compassion  How I changed through my training as a therapist, and the moment I allowed myself to surrender to the profound love I felt for my children.  How I wanted to 'love my children into being' as opposed to love being like work at times. My ambivalent relationship with attention – wanting it and feeling ashamed for wanting it.  Emily and Sophie touch on the importance of stories in families and how helpful it has been hearing me share these experiences.  If you want to know me better, and hear how I see myself, my children and my attitude towards my work then you will hear it all in this episode.  This is terrifying for me to release. Just saying… but I hope you all enjoy! Please buy the paperback of Every Family Has A Story: https://amzn.eu/d/56Bpppd Find Julia: Julia's Website: https://juliasamuel.co.uk/ Julia's Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe Grief Works app: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/grief-works-self-care-love/id1558867513 -- Produced by Georgie Rutherford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychotherapist Julia Samuel joins Roxanne to discuss transgenerational trauma. They discuss the twelve touchstones for family well being and also explore the idea that the relationships that touch us the most are often the ones that can hurt us the most. Buy: Every Family Has a Story - Julia Samuel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best-selling author and psychotherapist Julia Samuel is BACK in the studio and the fellas couldn't be happier to chat with her right before the holidays! This episode is all about family. Why do some families thrive in adversity while others fragment? How can families weather difficult transitions together? Why do our families so often exasperate us? And how can even small changes greatly improve our relationships? This week Julia unpacks her newest book Every Family Has A Story and shares some tools on how to improve our relationships and create the family we wish for!

Julia Samuel is a psychologist in the UK who specializes in working with families who have experienced complicated stories of loss and love. So often we can feel overwhelmed by our histories – our family histories – and need a boost to confront dysfunction, speak the truth, and find trusted people to help us look back and look forward. In this episode, Kate and Julia discuss:  What to do when we've inherited the pain of our parents or grandparents and when our own problems might be the pain we pass down How we navigate generational divides especially around how we express our feelings How to not pass down inherited trauma by understanding our bigger family webs This conversation also is a much-needed reminder that you in all your actual problems and actual pain are far better than any idealized version of you. And maybe that is the exact honesty that might offer us and our families the freedom we long for.CW: mention of suicide, some spicy adult language :) ***Looking for the transcript or show notes? Click here.Find Kate on Instagram or Facebook or Twitter.Subscribe to receive blessings in your inbox every week.No Cure for Being Human (And Other Truths I Need to Hear) is now available in PAPERBACK. Order your copy, today.Looking for some short spiritual reflections and blessings? Check out GOOD ENOUGH: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Available wherever books are sold.We are going to practice the season of Advent together. Download a free Advent guide, here.Introducing THE LIVES WE ACTUALLY HAVE: 100 Blessings for Imperfect Days (releasing February 14, 2023). Learn more, pre-order, and receive a free pennant, here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julia Samuel is a psychologist in the UK who specializes in working with families who have experienced complicated stories of loss and love. So often we can feel overwhelmed by our histories – our family histories – and need a boost to confront dysfunction, speak the truth, and find trusted people to help us look back and look forward.  In this episode, Kate and Julia discuss:  What to do when we've inherited the pain of our parents or grandparents and when our own problems might be the pain we pass down How we navigate generational divides especially around how we express our feelings How to not pass down inherited trauma by understanding our bigger family webs This conversation also is a much-needed reminder that you in all your actual problems and actual pain are far better than any idealized version of you. And maybe that is the exact honesty that might offer us and our families the freedom we long for. CW: mention of suicide, some spicy adult language :) *** Looking for the transcript or show notes? Click here. Find Kate on Instagram or Facebook or Twitter. Subscribe to receive blessings in your inbox every week. No Cure for Being Human (And Other Truths I Need to Hear) is now available in PAPERBACK. Order your copy, today. Looking for some short spiritual reflections and blessings? Check out GOOD ENOUGH: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Available wherever books are sold. We are going to practice the season of Advent together. Download a free Advent guide, here. Introducing THE LIVES WE ACTUALLY HAVE: 100 Blessings for Imperfect Days (releasing February 14, 2023). Learn more, pre-order, and receive a free pennant, here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minnie questions Julia Samuel, psychotherapist, pediatric counselor, and author. Julia shares the importance of balancing love and work, the importance of going for a good walk to help work through grief and anxiety, and why she kept her old work lanyard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there is any certainty in life it is that things will never stay the same, yet so many of us struggle to embrace and accept changeFeel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I'll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.Today's clip is from episode 123 of the podcast with Psychotherapist Julia Samuel.In this clip Julia explains that how we respond to change, in many ways, determines how our lives will unfold.Thanks to our sponsor http://www.athleticgreens.com/livemore Show notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/123Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/3oAKmxi. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com. Follow me on instagram.com/drchatterjeeFollow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjeeFollow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the podcast, I revisit my conversation with psychotherapist Julia Samuel on how to prepare for, process and navigate change. We discuss getting to know yourself, why stress and challenges can actually cause an individual to thrive and much more.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Sign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/emmagunavardhana. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I'm sharing a special preview of A Slight Change of Plans, a podcast all about who we are and who we become in the face of change. Dr. Maya Shankar is a cognitive scientist who is an expert on human behavior, and she's here to help us navigate the changes we all experience in our lives. She sits in intimate conversations with celebrity guests like Tiffany Haddish and Kacey Musgraves as well as everyday inspirations, like journalist Euna Lee, who was held captive in North Korea for 140 days, and Doctor Richard Harris, who rescued a boy's soccer team trapped deep in a cave in Thailand. You'll also meet change experts — including leading grief therapist Julia Samuel, psychologist Adam Grant, and author Michael Pollan— whose scientific insights will help us make better decisions and live happier, more fulfilling lives. In this preview, you'll hear Maya in conversation with Christine Ha, the first blind contestant and winner of the reality TV show MasterChef. Christine talks about losing her vision and how she had to re-learn how to navigate many aspects of her life, including her passion — cooking. You can listen to A Slight Change of Plans, from Pushkin Industries, at https://podcasts.pushkin.fm/scpout. 

Julia Samuel is one of the world's leading grief therapists. She joins Maya to talk about why it's important to engage with our grief, and offers strategies for how to do that. You can follow the show at @DrMayaShankar on Instagram. If you'd like to keep up with the most recent news from this and other Pushkin podcasts be sure to sign up for our email list at Pushkin.fm. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Why does family matter so much to us? As today's guest, renowned psychotherapist Julia Samuel explains, every client she's seen in 30 years of practice, mentions their family members. Like it or not, we all carry our upbringing into our adult lives. Our family is wired in us genetically and it shows in our responses to life, our beliefs, and the ‘fault lines' that trigger us in daily life. Could finding out more about our families be the key to knowing more about ourselves?Julia's new book, Every Family Has A Story: How We Inherit Love and Loss is a powerful exploration of what we inherit, what we can change, and how inter-family relationships inform all aspects of our lives. Often unknowingly, we are a product of how our older relatives have coped with their experiences. It even shows up in our genes! Julia and I explore this subject of transgenerational trauma – or how our present-day struggles probably didn't start with us (but learning and forgiveness can). In order to protect our children and grandchildren, Julia says, we need to process our feelings so we don't pass them on. This might mean uncovering the secrets and untold stories from generations above you. And if that sounds daunting to put into practice, she has some wonderful advice for facilitating difficult conversations. We also discuss generational conflicts over parenting techniques, setting boundaries, and how to be compassionate and respectful with family members while also recognising and protecting your own needs. Whatever your family situation – whether you're close, estranged or somewhere in between – there's something we can all take from Julia's powerful, original approach.Caution: contains mild swearing.Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.leafyard.com/livemore https://www.vivobarefoot.com/livemore https://www.athleticgreens.com/livemoreOrder Dr Chatterjee's new book Happy Mind, Happy Life: UK version and US & Canada version Show notes available at https://drchatterjee.com/246Support the podcast: Members get ad-free episodes and exclusive content including my take on the topics most requested by the FBLM community https://drchatterjee.com/membershipDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.