Podcasts about mental wellbeing

Have you ever felt like you're falling behind on an invisible life schedule? Gather around the virtual campfire with Wyce Thoughts as we unravel societal pressure, release rigid deadlines, and learn to trust the wisdom of our own unique pace.WebsiteFollow on X Follow on YoutubeFollow  Purple Pit Studios 

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Content Warning: This episode includes mentions of self-harm, loss of loved ones, suicidal ideation, and other sensitive topics. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available at the mental health hotline #988.   Hannah Fish, NCPA's senior director of strategic initiatives, joins host John Beckner in the studio for a conversation on the role pharmacists play in treating patients who struggle with mental health. Fish unpacks the necessity of continued destigmatization and education and shares her professional and personal journey with Mental Health First Aid training.  Whether you are already MHFA certified or exploring training, this episode provides actionable insights on how to best support your patients.   NCPA offers MHFA training in partnership with the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Thanks to the support of the Cardinal Health Foundation, NCPA offers a $50 discount on all registration fees. For more information, please visit: https://ncpa.org/mental-health-first-aid   

Healthy relationships don't just happen—they're built through understanding, communication and intentional effort. In this episode, we speak with relationship educator Robyn Donnelly, founder of Building Stronger Relationships. With almost 30 years experience helping couples and individuals, Robyn shares practical, evidence-based strategies for creating stronger emotional connections, communicating more effectively and navigating conflict in healthy ways. Her work draws on relationship research, including the Gottman Method, to provide skills that can strengthen relationships at every stage of life. Whether you're starting a new relationship, preparing for marriage, raising a family, rediscovering your connection as empty nesters, or simply wanting to improve the relationships in your life, this conversation offers practical insights you can begin using straight away. Robyn explains why healthy relationships are one of the foundations of overall wellbeing and how small, intentional changes can make a lasting difference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Research suggests we spend close to 90% of our lives indoors. While we all need more time outside, there's another part of the solution: designing the places where we live and work to better support our health and wellbeing.In this episode, Monica Olsen sits down with two of the UK's leading voices in biophilic design: Oliver Heath, an expert in regenerative and wellbeing-led design for the built environment, and Dr. Vanessa Champion, founder of the Journal of Biophilic Design and host of the podcast of the same name.Together, they explore how thoughtfully designed spaces can improve our physical and mental wellbeing, the formative project that first inspired Oliver to connect nature with health, why diverse minds need diverse spaces, the exciting innovations emerging in fields like biomimicry, and the growing body of evidence demonstrating the value of biophilic design.Whether you're an architect, designer, developer, or simply curious about creating healthier places, this conversation offers an inspiring look at how nature can transform the built environment—and the people who inhabit it.Show NotesOliver Heath DesignJournal of Biophilic DesignJournal of Biophilic Design PodcastOliver Heath Design: Case StudiesDesign a Healthy Home: 100 Ways To Transform Your Space For Physical and Mental Wellbeing by Oliver HeathBiophilic design, regenerative design, nature-inspired design, wellbeing, healthy buildings, healthy spaces, built environment, sustainable design, architecture, interior design, biomimicry, biophilia, wellness design, environmental psychology, human-centered design, natural materials, natural light, biodiversity, placemaking, Oliver Heath, Vanessa Champion, Journal of Biophilic Design, design innovation, resilient communities, wellbeing-led design, people and planetBiophilic Solutions is available wherever you get podcasts. Please listen, follow, and give us a five-star review. Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn and learn more on our website. #NatureHasTheAnswers

Take two quiet minutes to step back from anxious or repetitive thinking.This short guided meditation offers a gentle reminder that thoughts are not always facts. Rather than arguing with them or trying to force them away, you can notice what the mind is saying, return to your breathing and create a little more space between you and the thought.A calming reset for overthinking, worry and moments when the mind feels convincing or overwhelming.

Take two quiet minutes to step away from the pressure to change, solve or improve everything.This short guided meditation helps you soften your body, settle your breathing and allow the present moment to be enough. You can feel tired, uncertain or unfinished and still give yourself permission to pause.A gentle reset for stress, overthinking and moments when you need a little space.

Send us Fan MailThe Kim B. Davis Show featuring Dr. Angela Celeste May, a behavioral expert with a background in clinical, organizational, and forensic psychology,  President and Co-founder of A.M. May and Associates, Inc., President and founder of Celeste Productions, Inc., Author, Editor, former columnist, Musician, and 2023 President's Distinction Award winner from the Michigan Psychological Association Foundation, discusses the cost of hatred toward Black people and why there is a resurgence of hate toward Black People in 2026. We chat about how federal safety programs have been cut, and how the loss of guardrails in education has reduced the number of Asian students accepted into college/university. Also, rural hospitals are closing because of cuts to the Affordable Care Act. The cost of hate is shooting the haters in the foot. Communities are being pitted against each other. We are more similar than we are different. Keep your mind and heart open and join the conversation.The Kim B. Davis Show is a conversational platform that engages issues around mental health, well-being, and political engagement. You can also email me at Kimberly@kimberlybatchelordavis.comSupport the showThank you for tuning in to the Kim B. Davis Show. You can visit KimBDavis.com to learn more about me as an author and you can find me on FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, and LinkedIn. You can see this show on YouTube.com/KimberlyBatchelorDavis. Thank you again for your support and always remember, Be Magnificent. 

Dawn A. Marcus is a board-certified neurologist, medical researcher, and author whose work explores the remarkable connection between human health and companion animals. In The Power of Wagging Tails, Dr. Marcus examines how dogs can positively influence physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Drawing on scientific research and real-life experiences, she discusses the many ways canine companionship may help reduce stress, encourage physical activity, improve social connections, and enhance overall quality of life. Blending medical expertise with a deep appreciation for the human-animal bond, Dr. Marcus highlights the growing body of evidence supporting the therapeutic benefits of pets in healthcare and everyday life. From lowering blood pressure and easing anxiety to providing comfort during illness and recovery, The Power of Wagging Tails celebrates the unique relationship between people and their dogs while offering practical insights into how these loyal companions can contribute to healthier, happier lives.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all CANCOM/XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Take ten quiet minutes to step back from racing thoughts and give your mind somewhere to rest.This gentle guided meditation uses breathing, body awareness and calming stream imagery to help you notice thoughts without following every one. Rather than forcing the mind to become silent, you'll practise creating more space around worry, uncertainty and repetitive thinking.Ideal for overthinking, mental overload, anxious thoughts or any time your mind feels unable to switch off.

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If there is a painful memory, an old grudge, or a person you keep replaying in your mind, today is your day to let go of what no longer serves you. Releasing the past isn't about pretending it didn't happen; it's about freeing yourself from the heavy baggage that weighs you down so you can carry less and breathe more. In this episode of Calming Anxiety, clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin Hewlett guides you through a powerful 10-minute somatic release practice. You will discover how the body physically stores the tension of old emotional hurts and learn how to consciously loosen your grip on these negative anchors. Whether you are carrying a recent disappointment or a long-held injustice, this gentle guided meditation will help you break free from old stories, process past pain without judgment, and reclaim the peace that belongs to you in the present moment. Time Chapters00:00 – Letting Go of What No Longer Serves You 00:33 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety with Martin Hewlett 01:16 – Identifying Your Negative Anchors 01:43 – Somatic Breathing: Relaxing and Letting Go 02:02 – How the Body Holds Stress and Emotional Trauma 03:01 – Visualization: Lightening the Weight of Old Hurts 04:08 – Guided Affirmations for Deep Emotional Release 07:02 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Moving Beyond the Past 08:25 – Grounding and Returning Awareness to the Room 08:46 – Martin's Personal Journey: Training the Mind to Find the Light 09:52 – Outro: Becoming Your Own Beacon of Hope AffirmationsRepeat these words silently or softly out loud to loosen the grip of old emotional ties: "I release what no longer serves me." "I am not anchored to my past pain." "I let go of the crutches and the fears that weigh me down." "I am free to grow beyond old stories." "I choose peace over the weight I've been carrying." 3 Daily Caring TipsName the Anchor: You cannot release what you haven't consciously identified. Take a moment today to specifically name one grudge, old story, or hurt you are ready to put down; naming it out loud immediately strips away some of its power. The Release Ritual: Physically write down the thing that is weighing you down in just one sentence. Fold the paper up or place it in a drawer to send a physical signal to your nervous system that it is safe to stop holding on. Loosen the Grip: Real emotional release rarely happens all at once, and that is perfectly okay. When the old thought or memory returns today, don't fight it—simply focus on holding it a little more loosely than you did yesterday. OutroLetting go of trauma and old injustices can be one of the hardest things we ever achieve, but please remember that whatever you are going through right now, there is always light and there is always hope. If this 10-minute sanctuary helped lighten your emotional load today, please consider sharing this episode with someone in your life who might be quietly carrying their own heavy anchors. You might be the beacon of hope they need to finally breathe easier. Thank you so much for putting your faith, trust, and time into this practice. Practice positivity when you see your reflection, smile often, and in every thought, word, and deed—be kind.

Take two quiet minutes to release regret, self-criticism and the pressure to have everything worked out.This short guided meditation reminds you that you do not need a perfect plan or complete certainty before moving forward. Let your breathing settle, make the next step smaller, and begin from exactly where you are.A gentle reset for moments of hesitation, procrastination or feeling behind.

Begin your day with two quiet minutes of calm.This short guided meditation helps you step away from the pressure to think about everything at once. Let your breathing settle, soften your body, and remind yourself that the day can be met one task, one conversation and one moment at a time.A gentle morning meditation for easing into the day with less pressure and more steadiness.

In this episode, we speak with Oliver Christen, author of As She Chose: A Conscious End to a Life Well Lived. Oliver shares the deeply personal story behind his book, which chronicles his mother's decision to approach the end of her life with dignity, intention, and presence. Drawing on his experiences as a son, traveller, entrepreneur, and student of meditation, Oliver explores themes of choice, mortality, spirituality, family, and what it truly means to live—and die—well. This thoughtful conversation offers insight, compassion, and a fresh perspective on one of life's most profound journeys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take ten quiet minutes to slow down, settle your thoughts and reconnect with a steadier part of yourself.This gentle guided meditation uses breathing, body awareness and peaceful imagery to help you feel more grounded when life feels busy, uncertain or mentally overwhelming. There is nothing to force and nothing to solve. Simply allow yourself to pause, soften and return to the present moment one breath at a time.Ideal for morning calm, an afternoon reset or quiet relaxation at the end of the day.

Take two gentle minutes to release the pressure to be further ahead.This short guided meditation offers a calm reminder that growth, healing and clarity do not need to happen on demand. Let your breathing settle, soften your body, and give yourself permission to move at a pace that feels right for you.A reassuring pause for moments of self-doubt, comparison or pressure.

Take two quiet minutes to step away from overthinking and return to the present moment.This short guided meditation helps you release the need to fix, plan or understand everything at once. Let your body soften, allow your breathing to settle, and remind yourself that you only need to meet this moment.A simple calming pause for busy mornings, stressful afternoons or any time your mind feels overloaded

Nobody would give Hannah a room. So Hannah decided to control who gets one.Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/founded. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. "I cold called all of the landlords I'd ever met at Bristol and got horribly rejected by most. Definitely cried a lot in the first few weeks." That's how Hannah Chappatte started hybr and this episode opens with it. Rejected by the University of Bristol on her predicted grades, she proved them wrong, got in, got a first, then skipped the consulting grad schemes to fix the thing every student complains about: finding a house. Fast forward, hybr has raised a £3.24M seed round and is building the one-stop rental platform for the UK's 3 million students, first-time renters drowning in jargon, deprioritised by agents, and at risk of exploitation. This is a masterclass in validation, resilience and focus from a founder who did it with no network, no funding and no playbook, and who'll tell you straight: if you can avoid raising money, avoid it. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Rejection is the R&D. Every landlord "no" became a rewritten pitch and a rebuttal, until the yeses came. Persistence isn't gritting your teeth; it's a feedback loop. Validate by selling, not by building in silence. 2. Focus is a system, not a feeling. Two company objectives per quarter, one North Star metric. If a project doesn't ladder into them, it doesn't get worked on, however shiny. 3. Build sustainably from day one. Validate on the smallest possible scale with minimal tech investment, prove the problem and market are big enough, and design for profitability early; it de-risks everything that comes after. And it applies to you too: Hannah calls out the sleep-under-the-desk myth. Sprints are real; burnout kills businesses.  WHAT WE COVER - Cold-calling landlords, crying through rejections, and rewriting the pitch every time - The consulting grad-scheme escape and throwing herself in 100% after graduation - Going from co-founder to sole founder after three months , and why her next business will have one - Both sides of the marketplace: what students and landlords actually need - Raising a £3.24M seed in a market where 2% of funding goes to women - The worst advice ever: the VC who'd only invest if she pivoted to food - The power of being underestimated - The event where 100 people RSVP'd and one turned up - Radical Candor, building a team of 15, and rejecting hustle culture - Gen Z, mental hygiene, remote-vs-office, and her vision: no empty rooms in the UK 

In today's episode, Gina discusses the role of time in our anxiety healing journey, and specifically, our thoughts and perceptions of time. Urgency and the role of technology, constant notifications and information overload in exacerbating our anxiety are important factors discussed in this show. Listen in for tools and strategies you can use to reduce the effects of these factors that seem to rob us of our time and space. Start feeling better today!Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast.If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:Life is available only in the present moment.-Thích Nhat Hạnh Chapters0:27 Time and Urgency3:29 Anxiety Warps Time8:59 Chronic Urgency Harms Body11:32 Rhythm Over Rush14:06 Four Doors Away From Now15:38 A Practice for Presence17:23 You Haven't Missed LifeSummaryIn this episode we talk about urgency and how it sits beneath much of our anxiety. We reflect on how time pressure has changed over the years, with constant notifications, information overload, and the expectation of being always available making many of us feel perpetually behind.We explore how anxiety changes our relationship to time. We describe how the mind turns ordinary time into a threat, making us feel that we are running out of time, late in life, or behind in healing. We also note how language such as “I don't have time” or “I'm killing time” reflects a strained view of time.We consider the impact of chronic urgency on the body. We say that long-term time stress can affect sleep, digestion, concentration, irritability, inflammation, and overall nervous system activation. We also point out that people often mistake hurry for productivity and live in constant preparation rather than participation.We offer a different approach based on rhythm and presence. We distinguish healthy planning from rehearsing disaster or replaying regret, and we identify four ways we leave the present: regret, guilt, fear, and urgency. We close with a simple practice of pausing, taking one slow breath, and focusing on what needs attention right now, with the reminder that healing begins when we stop racing toward a future version of ourselves.#TimeUrgency, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #GinaRyan, #NervousSystem, #SlowingDown, #PresentMoment, #AnxietyRelief, #MentalHealth, #Overwhelm, #AlwaysAvailable, #DigitalDetox, #SocialMediaStress, #ComparisonCulture, #HealingJourney, #TimePressure, #Mindfulness, #InnerPeace, #StressManagement, #ChronicStress, #ProductivityTrap, #NatureRhythms, #ThichNhatHanh, #Presence, #MentalWellbeing, #SelfCompassion, #NervousSystemRegulation, #PresentMomentAwareness, #MentalHealthEducation, #DigitalOverwhelm, #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailThe Kim B. Davis Show featuring Dr. Angela Celeste May, a clinical, organizational, and forensically trained psychologist, President and Co-founder of A.M. May and Associates, Inc., President and founder of Celeste Productions, Inc., Author, Editor, former columnist, Musician, and 2023 President's Distinction Award winner from the Michigan Psychological Association Foundation, discusses the dehumanization of Michelle Obama and how it impacts Black people especially Black Women. We chat about the stereotypes that plague Black women, despite the fact that Black women are the most educated demographic in America.  We talk about the resilience of Black women. Join the conversation.The Kim B. Davis Show is a conversational platform that engages issues around mental health, well-being, and political engagement. You can also email me at Kimberly@kimberlybatchelordavis.comSupport the showThank you for tuning in to the Kim B. Davis Show. You can visit KimBDavis.com to learn more about me as an author and you can find me on FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, and LinkedIn. You can see this show on YouTube.com/KimberlyBatchelorDavis. Thank you again for your support and always remember, Be Magnificent. 

Send us Fan MailThe Kim B. Davis Show, featuring Eric Harp, a certified professional fitness trainer and educator, discusses physical fitness and hydration. We chat about how much water we should drink and when to drink it to optimize our fitness. We also talk about current events. A lot is going on in the world. Get caught up with Eric Harp.The Kim B. Davis Show is a conversational platform that engages issues around mental health, well-being, and political engagement. You can also email me at Kimberly@kimberlybatchelordavis.comSupport the showThank you for tuning in to the Kim B. Davis Show. You can visit KimBDavis.com to learn more about me as an author and you can find me on FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, and LinkedIn. You can see this show on YouTube.com/KimberlyBatchelorDavis. Thank you again for your support and always remember, Be Magnificent. 

Guest Links The Light Between the Leaves by Dr. Scott Eilers - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7F8XYZ Dr. Scott Eilers - Website Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.scott.eilers/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrScottEilers Chapters 00:00 The Origin of 'The Light Between the Leaves' 03:05 Nature as a Refuge for Mental Well-Being 05:06 The Journey to Understanding Mental Health 11:22 Efficacy of Traditional Therapy Approaches 13:47 Understanding Different Types of Depression 21:25 The Complexity of Clinical Depression 27:17 Barriers to Comfort and Connection 30:09 Understanding Anhedonia and Depression 36:20 The Garden Metaphor: Managing Mental Health 42:11 Identifying Invasive Habits and Their Impact 50:02 Coaching vs. Therapy: Finding the Right Path 56:08 Introduction to Mission 22 and Resiliency Podcast 56:10 Understanding Post-Traumatic Growth Initiatives   To contribute to the the Post-Traumatic Growth of Veterans click here. To learn more about Mission 22's impact and programs, visit www.mission22.org or find us on social media. IG: @mission_22. Tiktok: @_mission22

This week on Shake the Ground, Nathalie is joined by Laura Young (lauras_views) for a powerful conversation about confidence, mental wellbeing, identity and having the courage to start again.After spending almost 15 years as a Garda, Laura made the life-changing decision to walk away from a career that had shaped so much of who she was, choosing herself and a completely new path. They talk about the pressure of living up to expectations, the toll of stress and trauma, rebuilding your confidence, and why sometimes the bravest thing you can do is begin again. They also dive into the influencing world & have plenty of laughs along the way!This is an honest, fun & inspiring conversation about trusting yourself.If you've ever felt stuck, or afraid to make a change, this episode is for you!Follow Laura here: https://www.instagram.com/lauras_views?igsh=MTA4aGZzamtoMDk4ZQ==Follow Nathalie here: https://www.instagram.com/nathalielennon_?igsh=eDNpdGcwbWVncmtu&utm_source=qrSubscribe to our YouTube here:  https://youtube.com/@shakethegroundpodcast?si=XWxDmpFsR36dJoza

Lauren O'Neill, host of A Gentle Way Forward, joins Shane for a slightly different kind of chat today as we discuss the importance of looking after your mental wellbeing, and in lights of NFL Flag kits being sent to Irish secondary schools we ask why it's important for teens to be involved in sport. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We have a common tendency to accumulate and retain physical items — such as documents, clothing, silverware, lumber, screws, and nails — under the assumption they may be needed in the future, even when they have gone unused for years. When we address this clutter by removing the tangible objects we have held onto for too long, it can allow us to focus on the mental and emotional clutter we likely have going on in our mind. Key Takeaways Holding on to unnecessary physical objects, relationships, and habits creates mental and emotional clutter that hinders personal growth. Most items unused for several years can be safely discarded, as needed items can typically be reacquired when necessary. Decluttering physical spaces is a practical first step that builds momentum for addressing mental and emotional clutter. Embracing change — such as moving to a new place or ending unproductive relationships — fosters personal development and new experiences. Fear of future need is often an illogical barrier to letting go of things that no longer serve a purpose. Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

Dr. Deb Butler explores how emotional eating and lack of connection with our body's hunger signals contributes to weight gain. She discusses practical strategies for managing food urges and breaking free from food industry manipulation.  Dr. Deb transitioned from chiropractic practice to weight loss and life coaching, particularly focusing on helping women navigate menopause. She enjoys helping women understand how menopause creates a unique opportunity for brain retraining due to hormonal changes. Key topics: Hunger and Fullness Signal Awareness Natural Eating Signals Menopause Weight Management Approach Advertising and Emotional Influences Menopause and Decision-Making Challenges Movement as Stress Relief Strategy Dr. Deb Butler, a Certified Master Weight Loss and Life Coach who taught at The Life Coach School with Brooke Castillo. Before that, she spent over 30 years as a Board-Certified Chiropractor, Nutritionist, and Acupuncturist. She now hosts the inspiring podcast ThINNER Peace in Menopause and Beyond and has been featured as a guest on several top wellness shows. Find more information including a free Jumpstart Guide available at PeaceWithDeb and drdebutler.com Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

Everyone experiences bad days, ranging from mildly unpleasant to truly difficult. Actively focusing on daily positives supports better mental well-being, attitude, and overall life outlook. The goal is not to ignore negativity but to prevent it from consuming more attention than necessary. Key Takeaways Even on the worst days, positive moments exist and can be found if actively sought. Roger Federer won almost 90% of his matches by winning around 52% of his points — a metaphor for how focusing on the majority of positive moments leads to overall success in mental well-being. Focusing on the negative 48% of daily experiences drives a negative mindset and harmful consequences, while focusing on the positive 52% builds optimism and mental resilience. Negative experiences are statistically inevitable (e.g., a health crisis roughly every decade), but they should not dominate one's perspective. The "vehicle on the road" analogy illustrates that what we focus on becomes more visible — negative or positive things have always been present; our attention determines their impact. Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

YouTube Description (SEO Optimised)Sacha Hughes joins Gill Tiney on the Collaboration Global Podcast to share her powerful journey through grief, addiction, divorce, self-discovery, and ultimately self-love.After losing her mother to cancer at the age of 24, Sacha spent years searching for happiness in all the wrong places — navigating London's party culture, struggling with grief, and looking for external validation to fill an internal void. Following a difficult divorce and years of personal healing, she discovered the transformative power of self-love, mindfulness, forgiveness, and personal growth.Sacha also discusses her debut novel, Love, Grief and More Sex Than Pinot, a witty and deeply relatable story inspired by her own experiences. Through the character of Soho Summers, she explores love, loss, healing, friendship, and the journey of finding yourself when life doesn't go according to plan.Together, Gill Tiney and Sacha Hughes explore grief, motherhood, emotional resilience, self-worth, spirituality, healing after heartbreak, and why the most important relationship you'll ever have is the one with yourself.This conversation is filled with honesty, humour, wisdom, and hope for anyone navigating loss, personal transformation, or a search for deeper meaning in life.

Each individual has a purpose in life.   I ask what legacy I want to leave behind?    How can I empower others?  Joel White asks.   An answer to this is debunking the myths surrounding men's mental health.   Men are fix, fix, fix.  Women tend to be better at listening, being intuitive, connecting, transforming situations says Joel.   Women in crisis usually find themselves in an ambulance.  Men tend to find themselves at the back of a police car with handcuffs on. In reality we need to sort ourselves out first before we sort it out for others.  "We are not in control of anything.  We have the ability to be discerning, take control of our own behaviours, embrace responsibility and accountability for our choices, actions and reactions.  It is a daily practice and it is down to each of us as to how we navigate these", Joel advises.

She was discovered hitchhiking on a busy interstate. Barefoot. Tasmanian devil boxer shorts. Ripped t-shirt. Her dog — off leash — right beside her as cars raced past them. That's the story Michele Capots told her 16-year-old nephew over dinner. The nephew who had just ghosted her after finding out she'd been hospitalized for severe depression. This episode is about what happens when you finally stop protecting people from your truth — and what it costs you when you don't. Michele is a mental health advocate, speaker, writer and coach who has lived experience with bipolar disorder, multiple hospitalizations, and the thing she calls self-stigma: the moment we take society's cruelest beliefs about mental illness and turn them on ourselves. It is soul-crushing and most of us have no idea we're doing it. That story is the entry point into a much bigger conversation about what self-stigma actually is, why it's far more dangerous than the stigma we receive from others, and how it quietly (and not so quietly) steals our sense of worth, shrinks our expectations of ourselves, and keeps us in the same place long after the crisis has passed. We also get into: -What to actually say to someone who tells you they've been in a psych ward or are managing a mental illness. Spoiler: you don't have to have the perfect words. You just have to stay. -Why mental health and mental wellness are not the same thing, and why collapsing that distinction actually does harm. -The difference between the "I" in illness and the "we" in wellness — one of the most memorable lines you will hear this year. -Why self-compassion isn't soft or optional — it is the thing that dissolves self-stigma, full stop. Michele is the kind of person who makes you feel less alone just by being honest about her own life. This episode is a gift for anyone who has struggled, love someone who struggles, or ever stood there not knowing what the hell to say which is basically all of us. Find Michele on Instagram and read her Substack, The Magic of Mental Wellbeing.  Guest Bio: Michele Capots is a transformational coach, speaker, storyteller, and relentless mental wellness and resilience advocate. Her essays on mental health have appeared in Newsweek, The Washington Post, Marie Claire, among others. Drawing from her own journey through mental health crises, she has been dedicated for close to a decade to inspiring others through theirs. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, she vulnerably shares her insights and lessons around shame, self-worth, resilience, and mental wellness, which involves so much more than just good mental health. She has served as an Executive Committee Member of the Global Mental Health Peer Network, a non-profit of 38 countries worldwide focused on mental health advocacy, and is a board member for Twogere, a nonprofit focused on youth mental health recovery in Uganda. She lives in Arlington, VA. Website: https://www.michelecapost.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelecapotsdotcom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-capots-9149323/ TOP QUOTES — MICHELE CAPOTS "Self-stigma is when we take society's beliefs about mental health and turn them inward on ourselves." "Stigma doesn't just label people. It disconnects them from themselves." "There's an I in illness and a we in wellness." "We don't get better by ourselves. We need other people. We can't get well on our own." "I don't know what you're going through and I don't know how to help you — but I want you to know I'm here for you if you need me." (on the most powerful thing you can say) "Self-compassion is the hardest thing you'll ever do, but it brings the biggest relief." About Jen Oliver:Jen Oliver is a speaker, podcaster, and communications coach - equipping people to speak with greater impact and presence. Whether you are speaking on stage, promoting your brand, or voicing your needs in a relationship - communicating with your truest voice and cultivating human connection with your audience is the key to influence. Jen coaches individuals privately and within her Signature group programs - in addition to delivering workshops as a guest expert in a variety of settings. Jen serves as a 4-season Executive Producer, Director of Curation, and Speaker Coach for TEDxFolsom. She is a committed force behind WomanSpeak™ - an internationally recognized body of work teaching the art and soul of public speaking. Jen is on a mission to support 1 million women as they speak with uncommon levels of freedom and confidence. Tap into more at REALjenoliver.comemail: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@thejenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @jen.oliver.806001If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.

Send us Fan Mail"Jonny Whitmore MBE — known to many as Shed — was born in Hinckley, Leicestershire and joined the Royal Corps of Signals, completing P Company early in his career. He deployed to Afghanistan with 22 Signal Regiment and 2 Signal Regiment, before returning to the UK to serve as aSection Commander at ATC Pirbright, training and leading recruits.He later completed the Special Communications Course and joined 299 Signal Squadron (Special Communications), providing global support to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Over a 21‑year career, he finished his service as Squadron Sergeant Major of the Queen's last squadron — the final group of service personnel to swear allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.Jonny was appointed a Member of the British Empire for services to British foreign policy while seconded as a diplomat to the FCDO, working at the intersection of defence, intelligence, and diplomacy.Medically discharged with CPTSD, he moved into trauma‑informed veteran advocacy. Jonny now serves as Veterans Ambassador for Emerald Clinic, championing safe, stigma‑free access to prescribed medicinal cannabis and pushing for more humane, evidence‑based support for veterans.He is also the founder of The Campfire Collective, a veteran‑led woodland initiative built around community, honesty, and reconnection after service. Jonny speaks openly about trauma, identity, and rebuilding a life with purpose — with a focus on truth, service, and helping veterans find their way home."Jonny's links:The UK's Best Value Medical Cannabis Clinic | Emerald MedicinalsFacebook (Campfire Collective)InstagramGuest links are shared as a courtesy to help listeners find the people, businesses, products, or services discussed in each episode. The podcast and host are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by these third parties unless explicitly stated.If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, please email us at info@vsompodcast.com, or follow us on social media: @veteranstateofmindSupport the show

Get In Touch & Support the ShowBecome a Beta Tester (Android): Email Martin at hello@calminganxiety.org. Please ensure you use a Gmail address. Support the GoFundMe Campaign: Celebrate Martin & Support the App Development (Donors receive lifetime premium access to the app!) This isn't a meditation session today, but a deeply personal milestone update and a massive, heartfelt thank you to this incredible community. After six years of the Calming Anxiety podcast, all of your thoughts, tips, and requests have culminated in a project Martin is proudest of: the brand-new Anchored app.Born out of a challenging few months where Martin has been dealing with severe vision loss—meaning no driving or motorbike riding—coding this app has been a labor of love, complete with large yellow text on a black background just so he could see the screen. There is bright light at the end of the tunnel, with NHS surgery booked for next month to restore his sight one eye at a time.The Android version of Anchored is officially ready for closed testing on Google Play, and we need your help to test it out for at least two weeks! It is completely free, with zero catch . iOS development officially begins today, with testing for Apple users opening up in about three to four weeks. The incredible GoFundMe campaign started by this community has already ensured a new Mac is on the way to power this next phase of coding. If you haven't had a chance to donate yet, the link is still live, and all donors will get lifetime access to the premium version of the app as a thank you. Thank you for your immense generosity, your kindness, and for being a part of this journey. Wherever you are listening from in the world today, stay positive, smile often, and remember...Be Kind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

This week on the podcast, we're diving into a concept you've probably seen everywhere lately: glimmers. Recently identified by trend forecasters as one of the defining wellbeing trends for 2026, glimmers - the opposite of triggers - are tiny moments that spark feelings of safety, joy, calm, or connection. At a time when wellness can often feel overwhelming, expensive, or performative, glimmers offer something beautifully simple: the ability to find nourishment in what's already around us. To explore this idea, we're joined by two women who have quite literally written the book on it — sisters Nadia Narain and Katia Narain Phillips, authors of Glimmers: Tiny Moments to Transform Your Life.Nadia and Katia have spent decades exploring healing, self-care, nervous system regulation, and emotional wellbeing.Together they are also the bestselling authors of Self-Care for the Real World and Rituals for Every Day.In this conversation, we discuss:What glimmers actually are and why they matterHow noticing small positive moments can support nervous system regulationThe science behind glimmers and brain rewiringWhy this practice resonates so deeply right nowThe connection between glimmers, trauma healing, and mental healthSimple ways to begin noticing glimmers in everyday lifePersonal glimmers Nadia and Katia have experienced recentlyAnd the self-care practices they turn to themselvesThis is a warm, grounding and hopeful conversation about finding beauty, safety and connection in the smallest moments and why those moments may be more powerful than we realise.Come see us hosting in the Menopause tent at the Everywoman Festival on June 13th https://www.everywomanfest.com/tickets-londonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/self-care-club--6942824/support.Get in touch & come follow us on:Instagram Tiktok thttps://www.tiktok.com/@40ish.podcastJoin our private Facebook groupOrder our book hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/40ish-navigating-midlife-and-perimenopause--6942825/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rssStudio production by @launchpodstudiosMusic by purpleplanet.

In this final episode of the Mindful in May series, Heidi Hadley brings everything together.Over the past few weeks, you have explored how to: Release tension held within the body  Regulate your nervous system through breath and awareness  Create calm even when life feels uncertain Now, this week is about integration.Because real change does not come from doing more.It comes from embedding what you have learned into your daily life.

In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Host Len May speaks with Kayse Gehret about healing, personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and the growing interest in mind-body wellness practices. The conversation explores grief, intuition, emotional awareness, and how people are searching for more personalised approaches to wellbeing and self-discovery. They also discuss mindfulness, creativity, nervous system regulation, personal transformation, and the importance of community, support, and intentional healing practices. EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness   Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Professor Andrew Bailey emphasises that leisure is not simply time off or entertainment, it is an important contributor to mental, emotional and social health. In this edition we'll hear that: Meaningful leisure activities help people recover from stress and improve overall wellbeing Leisure is most beneficial when it involves connection, purpose, creativity, physical activity, or time in nature Modern life often treats leisure as unproductive, but healthy recreation is essential for resilience and quality of life Outdoor experiences and shared activities can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and strengthen community connection Professor Bailey is from the Department of Health and Human Performance, College of Health, Education and Professional Studies, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Len May sits down with Morgan DeNicola for a powerful conversation about empathy, communication, emotional intelligence, and the growing need for authentic human connection in a rapidly changing world. Drawing from her global experiences and humanitarian work, Morgan shares how meaningful conversations can bridge cultural divides, strengthen communities, and create lasting personal and social impact. The discussion explores leadership, emotional resilience, mental wellbeing, philanthropy, and why truly listening to others may be one of the most important skills we can develop today. Len and Morgan also dive into the challenges of modern communication, the importance of perspective, and how small moments of connection can influence both personal growth and collective change. This episode is a reminder that behind every belief, struggle, and success story is a human being who wants to feel heard, understood, and valued. They also talk about humanitarian work, community impact, personal growth, emotional resilience, and why human connection remains essential in both local and global communities. EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness   Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this third episode of the Mindful in May series, Heidi Hadley explores one of the most important skills you can develop in today's world:The ability to create calm, even when life feels chaotic.So often, we wait for life to settle before we allow ourselves to feel calm.But the truth is: Life may not always feel predictable  External uncertainty may continue  Challenges will come and go Yet,Your internal state is something you can influence.Your nervous system can be supported.Your body can learn how to return to a place of steadiness.In this episode, Heidi guides you through a simple yet powerful shift:Calm is not something you wait for. It is something you practise.

In today's episode, Gina covers an important topic: the help and relief that can be provided through deliberately avoiding anticipating problems, difficulties and catastrophes with out thoughts. The nature of how fixating on worst-case scenarios fails to enhance our safety and intensifies our anxiety and discomfort is discussed. Techniques to help you stop focusing on the inevitability of negative outcomes is included. Add these strategies to your anxiety-relief toolkit today!Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast. If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership: Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety? Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:I've had a great many troubles in my life, most of which never happened.-Mark TwainSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we delve into the pervasive habit of mental rehearsal that many anxious individuals engage in, often unconsciously. I share insights on how we tend to fixate on potential troubles—running through endless scenarios in our minds of what could go wrong. A significant focus of our discussion centers around the pitfalls of this "rehearsing trouble" practice, which can include anticipating rejection, imagining illnesses, and preparing for losses that may never occur. This mental activity not only stirs up unnecessary distress but also physically manifests in our bodies, leading to symptoms of anxiety and panic, all triggered by thoughts of events that haven't taken place.I emphasize the need to recognize that this script of catastrophic thinking doesn't serve our well-being. Instead, it often exacerbates feelings of unease and panic over situations that remain purely theoretical in our minds. The brain, in its protective nature, believes that rehearsing these painful scenarios will keep us safe, but I challenge this notion, questioning whether this form of preparation genuinely benefits us or simply weighs us down with borrowed suffering.Throughout our conversation, I share the metaphor of "mental rehearsal of catastrophe," shedding light on how this habit can lead to what I call "nervous system fatigue." The toll it takes on our energy and peace of mind is a significant concern. I reflect on how often we miss out on the present moment in our attempts to prepare for every possible outcome—a loss that may be even more painful than any future hardship itself. While anxiety can make us feel hyper-vigilant, I encourage listeners to find a way to detach from that excessive vigilance that proves exhausting and intrusive.#AnxietyRecovery, #MentalHealth, #Mindfulness, #GinaRyan, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #BorrowedSuffering, #Presence, #Resilience, #SelfCare, #MentalWellbeing, #Catastrophizing, #InnerPeace, #OvercomingAnxiety, #NervousSystemHealing, #Grounding, #StressManagement, #EmotionalWellness, #LivingInTheNow, #PositivePsychology, #SelfTrust, #WorryPostponement, #MentalRehearsal, #AnticipatoryAnxiety, #EmotionalRegulation, #MindBodyConnection, #Vagus nerve, #CalmConscious, #StopWorrying, #PanicAttackRecovery, #InnerCalm, #AnxiousMind, #SelfCompassion, #HolisticHealing, #NervousSystemRegulation, #PeaceOfMind, #MentalClarity, #CopingSkills, #PersonalGrowth, #WellnessJourney, #HealingJourney, #MindfulLiving, #OvercomingFear, #PsychologyTips, #CognitiveReframing, #MentalStrength, #InnerStrength, #Tranquility, #HealthAnxiety, #SocialAnxiety, #SelfSoothing #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Men experience a lot of things women do. We just hide it better because of the influence of conditioning when we're younger.  That's a gift and a curse.   To shape a better world, the quest is  about men and women respecting each of our differences and working together.  When you've got two people who respect each other, you bring the best out of each other- men and women together.  Rewired for Men  helps men rewire limited beliefs and unlock their true potential. With deep expertise and a touch of humour, Joel White creates spaces where men can reclaim control.   They can rediscover purpose and best of all they can thrive.  "If anything, it's a very clear passion of mine to make a difference to people's lives - empowering men  to do that so they can then do the same for others. That's very much at the forefront of rewire for men and why I do what I do" says Joel White.  

Calming Anxiety: Setting Down the Past   In this episode, Martin explores the concept of time as a river, teaching us how to observe our past without being swept away by it. Whether you are carrying old memories, missed conversations, or difficult decisions, today we learn to view our history not as a weight, but as the wisdom that shaped our journey. Episode Time Chapters00:00 – The courage to leave things behind 01:03 – Coming home to the body: Breathing exercise 02:45 – The River Visualization: Observing the past 05:03 – Letters of Light: Affirmations for freedom 07:58 – The 3 Daily Caring Tips09:24 – Closing thoughts and kindnessAffirmations for ReleasingBreathe these in and allow them to land softly in your body:I release the grip of the past and I choose the freedom of this moment. Every year I have lived has given me something I could not have learned any other way. I am not behind; I am exactly where my journey has brought me and I am ready. I forgive myself for the things that I did not know that I understand now.I carry my history with me, not as a weight, but as a wisdom.The 3 Daily Caring TipsThe Small Ceremony: Write down one thing you are choosing to release today. Draw a line through it to stop it from running in the background of your mind.Gift of Knowledge: Spend five minutes reflecting on yourself from ten years ago. What would you tell them? That wisdom is a hard-won gift.Active Becoming: Remember that at any age, you are still becoming. One small act of courage is all it takes to keep moving with the river.Support & ConnectIf this session helped you find your calm, please subscribe and explore the back catalog of over 2,000 free guided meditations.Share the Calm: If you know a friend, family member, or colleague who needs to hear this today, please share this episode on your social feed.Watch on YouTube: For a POV discussion of today's theme, head over to my other channel: @exhalewithmartin.Always remember, in all you do, be kind.

These episodes of #thePOZcast, live from Transform 2026 in Las Vegas, are proudly brought to you by our friends at Overalls What if your employees had one central hub to handle real life? Meet Overalls. A smarter way to support your team, combining expert human LifeConcierges™ with AI to solve everyday challenges across healthcare, caregiving, benefits, insurance, finances, life admin, and more. From start to finish, Overalls handles the details — using existing benefits where they fit, and filling in the gaps where they don't. So employees save time, reduce stress, and stay focused at work, while employers boost engagement and get more value from their benefits. Overalls is redefining how work supports life, helping employee teams from Reddit, Patreon, BeatBox, and more cross pesky to-dos off their lists every day. Learn more at https://getoveralls.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=pozcast Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com About:  Kyle Forrest is the Future of HR Leader for Deloitte Consulting LLP. The Future of HR team advises, implements, and helps business and HR leaders drive business and workforce outcomes through Deloitte's knowledge and practical understanding of HR operating models, processes, AI and automation capabilities, HR technology and vendor partner strategies, and evolving HR skills and capabilities. Forrest also serves as the dean of Deloitte's Next Generation CHRO Academy, bringing together senior HR leaders aspiring for the CHRO role to advance their careers. Takeaways:  1. The AI Conversation Has Moved On — and That's a Good Thing A year ago, every conference session was about AI features. In 2026, the more important question has taken center stage: what should humans be doing? Organizations that are answering that question well are investing in the uniquely human capabilities — creativity, presence, novel thinking, relationship-building — that AI cannot replicate. 2. No Generation Is Primarily Motivated by Pay Alone Deloitte's research across all four workforce generations is consistent: salary is table stakes, not a differentiator. Purpose, mental wellbeing, financial wellness, and a sense that the company cares about the whole person are what actually move the needle on attraction and retention. 3. Mental Wellbeing Benefits Are Now a Business Outcome, Not a Perk The link between employee stress and productivity is well-documented. Organizations that invest in mental health benefits aren't just being compassionate — they're protecting output, engagement, and retention. Gen Z's comfort with this dialogue has accelerated adoption across the board. 4. The Sandwich Generation Is the Next Big Benefits Frontier A growing number of employees are simultaneously raising children and caring for aging parents. This dual caregiving burden creates stress, distraction, and leave risk that compounds over time. Benefits that help employees navigate elder care — not just time off, but actual guidance and support — are going to become a significant differentiator in the next few years. 5. Women's Health Benefits Have an Underserved Second Chapter The fertility benefits conversation has expanded — but Kyle points to a significant gap: supporting mothers through recovery, healing, and the early transition to parenthood after birth. There is growing investment in this space, and the companies that get ahead of it will have a meaningful advantage. 6. How a Company Handles Pregnancy Loss Is Now Part of Its Employer Brand Word travels fast — especially on social media. How an organization supports an employee through the loss of a pregnancy or a failed IVF cycle is the kind of story that gets shared widely. It's become a visible signal of company culture and values that candidates and current employees pay attention to. 7. Benefits ROI Lives in Attrition and Time-to-Hire Data Kyle's framework for building the business case: calculate the cost of slow hiring and high attrition, then show how the right benefits mix moves those numbers. Unfilled roles have a direct revenue impact — and retaining the right people means not missing out on sales, delivery, or growth. 8. Performance Psychology Coaching Is the Most Interesting New Benefits Category Drawing on decades of research in elite sports, performance psychology coaching helps employees handle high-pressure moments, navigate stress, and show up at their best — consistently. It's distinct from traditional mental health services and addresses a different, underserved need in the workforce. 9. Asynchronous Interviewing Is Democratizing the Candidate Pipeline Tools that let candidates complete interviews and skills assessments on their own time — at 5:30 AM before work or after putting the kids to bed — are surfacing qualified candidates who would have otherwise been filtered out by scheduling friction. Companies using these tools are finding people they would have missed. 10. Modern HR's Job Is Strategy, Not Inquiry The more benefits navigation and routine HR questions can be handled through technology and concierge services, the more HR professionals can focus on what actually moves the business: partnering with leaders to personalize benefits for their specific workforce mix, build better teams, and make smarter people decisions. CHAPTERS:  00:00 – Welcome Back, Kyle Adam welcomes Kyle Forrest back for his third appearance and sets up what's different about Transform 2026 compared to previous years. 02:00 – The Shift: From AI Features to Human Value Kyle's big observation from the conference circuit: last year was about AI products; this year is about what work should remain human — and why that's the more important conversation. 04:30 – What AI Still Can't Do The uniquely human capabilities that no model can replace: being present in the room, generating novel ideas, building real relationships, and innovating in ways that go beyond the existing body of human knowledge. 07:00 – Four Generations, One Workforce, Zero Agreement on Pay Deloitte's generational research shows that across Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers, salary alone is not the primary motivator — and what that means for how companies structure total comp. 09:30 – Mental Wellbeing as a Business Outcome How Gen Z's comfort with mental health dialogue has pushed organizations to take wellness benefits more seriously — and the research linking stress reduction directly to productivity and engagement. 12:00 – The Sandwich Generation Problem A growing segment of the workforce is simultaneously caring for kids and aging parents. Kyle makes the case for why navigation benefits for elder care aren't just nice to have — they're becoming critical. 15:00 – Benefits That Remove Burden from HR How smart benefits design reduces the volume of questions HR has to field — freeing people professionals to spend time with business leaders on strategic workforce decisions instead. 17:30 – The Modern Role of HR Kyle's take on how the HR profession has evolved over nearly 100 years — and where it needs to go next: less inquiry-answering, more personalized workforce strategy in partnership with business leaders. 20:00 – Fertility Benefits and the Overlooked Healing Journey The growing investment in women's health benefits — and the often-missed opportunity to support mothers not just through the fertility journey, but through recovery, healing, and the transition to parenthood. 23:00 – Supporting Loss in the Workplace A candid moment: how companies show up for employees who experience pregnancy loss or failed IVF is becoming a visible differentiator — and word spreads fast, in both directions. 25:30 – The ROI Case for Benefits Investment Kyle's framework for justifying benefits spend: tie it to time-to-hire, attrition rates, and the measurable revenue impact of unfilled roles and disengaged employees. 28:00 – Performance Psychology Coaching One of the most interesting emerging benefits: coaching that applies lessons from elite sports psychology to help employees navigate stress, pressure, and high-stakes moments at work. 30:30 – TA Tech Innovation: Interviewing on Your Time The candidate experience innovation Kyle is most excited about: asynchronous interview and skills assessment tools that let candidates go through the process at 5:30 AM or after bedtime — and the pipeline results companies are seeing. 33:00 – Where to Find Kyle & Deloitte's Research Kyle points listeners to Deloitte's Insights to Action platform and his LinkedIn for the latest research and workforce intelligence.

This is us with the fireworks, the big scissors cutting the ribbon and even a dramatic spray of champagne. This is us kicking off a big new series on mental wellbeing.We have listened, we've been busy and here we are with the topic that we know you want from us. Let's look to God together as we learn how he does mental wellbeing from the Psalms. This generation of children are waiting for us to bring God's care to their distress and fears. We went to get you ready for that journey.Ed walks us through the tears at bed time while Amy goes off-road, showing us how to do godly mental wellbeing on her mountain bike. Let's release the

In this episode: meeting yourself where you are, mindful check-in, breath awareness, letting go, non-judgmental observationEpisode SummaryIn this guided meditation from the Mindful Fire Legends community meeting, Adam Coelho leads a practice of radical self-acceptance - checking in with body and mind exactly as they are, without trying to change anything. Listeners are guided through breath awareness and gentle redirection of a wandering mind.About the HostAdam Coelho is the host of the Mindful FIRE Podcast and founder of the Mindful Fire Legends - a weekly community gathering for people on the path to financial independence. He leads guided meditations and conversations to support mindful, intentional living.Resources & Books Mentionedmindfulfire.org/join - Join the Mindful Fire Legends community (meets every Wednesday)Key TakeawaysMeeting yourself where you are means observing your body and mind with curiosity - acknowledging "right now, it's like this" without trying to fix or change anything.The breath is a reliable anchor: each in-breath is a new beginning, each out-breath a chance to let go.When the mind wanders, the practice is simply to notice and return — no criticism, just gentle redirection back to the present moment.A brief check-in at the start and end of practice builds self-awareness and helps you notice subtle shifts in body and mind.Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.PS: Introducing the…

What if the best way to handle a mental health crisis is something you start practicing long before the crisis ever arrives?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Dr Cristina Leira talks about how to build personal spiritual practices that support your mental health before a crisis hits.Press play to learn how to create an emotional resilience toolkit that helps you navigate stress, anxiety, and dark moments with greater calm.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Cristina Leira in episode #350:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/350˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

In this deeply moving solo "Podsnack" episode of Authentic Talks 2.0, Shanta invites you into a powerful and honest conversation about what it truly means to reconnect with your authentic self—especially in a world that feels heavy, uncertain, and overwhelming.This episode, The Powerful Self, is not about hustle, pushing through, or pretending everything is okay. Instead, it's a gentle yet grounding reminder that who you are goes far beyond your pain, your past, or the circumstances surrounding you. Shanta explores the idea that while life's challenges shape your story, they do not define your identity. Through raw reflection and heartfelt encouragement, you'll be guided to look beneath the noise, the fear, and the labels, and reconnect with the unbroken version of yourself that has always been there.This episode dives into resilience, purpose, human connection, and the quiet strength of simply continuing to show up—even when you're barely holding on. Shanta also shares practical tools and intentional practices to help you stay grounded, including journaling, self-care rituals, and mindful creativity. You'll walk away with a simple yet powerful exercise designed to help you rediscover who you are at your core. If you've been feeling lost, overwhelmed, or questioning your place in the world, this episode is your reminder: you matter, your presence is powerful, and your story is still unfolding.✨ You are not alone.✨ You are still here for a reason.✨ You are the powerful self. Tune in, take a breath, and begin the journey back to you.Zen In The Forest: https://a.co/d/04qKxt8eHealing My Inner Child Journal: https://a.co/d/0gZnQhM8Host:Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's new show: The Work Ethic Podcast, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Email: bidemiologunde@gmail.comIn this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde sits down with Chris Rhyss Edwards, a writer, doctoral researcher, former Australian Army combat engineer, and the founder of FOLQ.ai to explore why so many people are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support before they ever speak to another human. Drawing from lived experience with PTSD and his research into conversational AI and mental wellbeing, Chris examines a difficult but timely question: what does it say about our world when people feel safer talking to machines than to each other? Together, they unpack silence, stigma, loneliness, trust, and the rise of AI as a "first listener." Is this a breakthrough in access and support, or a warning sign about the systems and relationships failing us? And how can AI help without replacing the human connection people still need most?Sponsors and partners:Promeed: 100% mulberry silk pillowcases and bedding that feel incredibly soft, stay breathable, and are naturally gentle on hair and skin.SurviveX: professional-grade FSA/HSA eligible first aid and preparedness kits designed in Virginia, USA and produced in an FDA-registered facility.Alison US CA: Alison is the world's largest free online learning and skills-training platform, helping more than 50 million learners in 193+ countries build career-ready skills with 6,000+ free courses, certificates, and diplomas.eSign (iOS only): eSign is a clean, privacy-first document-signing app that works entirely on your device, letting you sign PDFs, DOCX files, images, and scans, edit and assemble pages, and export crisp 300 DPI PDFs in seconds, without accounts, cloud uploads, or compromising sensitive documents.Support the show

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