Inspiring Thoughts Podcast

13. The Natural Environment and the Effect on Mental Health and Wellbeing with Samuel Baffour Kyei

As the summer months approach, Stephen Adams took the opportunity to talk to Samuel Baffour Kyei about why it is important to get outside and enjoy the natural environment as a means of improving our mental health and wellbeing.

Sam is currently researching the benefits of green spaces and the impact they can have on our quality of life. Sam discusses how our current in-door lifestyles make us detached from the very environment that helps our wellbeing and emotional health.

He also tells us about his research into loneliness in younger people and how being outside can help build social connections, helping yourself and others too. So put your shoes on, get outside into a green space and listen to this podcast now, you will hear Sam's smile through your headphones!

12. Rapid Transformation Therapy with Jayne Robinson

Stephen Adams had the privilege of discussing Rapid Transformation Therapy (RTT) with specialist Jayne Robinson.

Jayne brings to life the benefits of RTT, how it can support people's confidence and the speed at which it can support recovery. 

Jayne shared how RTT can support many forms of trauma and shared her positivity in supporting her clients. 

If you are going through a traumatic time or phobia listen to this Podcast. Jayne shows us there is another way to move forward.   

 

 

11. Stress in the Workplace with Pip Lawrence

Stephen Adams had a thoroughly enjoyable discussion with Pip Lawrence from Wellbeing People Ltd for this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast around the subject of Stress in the Workplace.

Pip educated us on how to manage stress on a daily basis and how small changes to our lives can make a huge difference in our confidence, self-esteem & productivity.

The key takeaways for me were understanding the different types of stresses and what we can do to help alleviate them - Physical, Emotional and Chemical.

10. Investigations in the Workplace with Gary Rogers

Gary Rogers has been an investigator for over 35 years and in this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast he shares with Stephen Adams his experiences and thoughts on conducting Investigations in the Workplace. 

 

They discuss the importance of factfinding and following the evidence and how investigators act as an independent voice when any concerns of bullying or harassment are raised. 

 

Gary and Stephen share the view that often out of date HR policies and the lack of training for leaders also have significant impact on the outcome of these investigations, issues we talk a lot about here at @inspirationalcoachingltd.

 

 

9. Neurodiversity in the Workplace with Helen Bailey

We had a fascinating discussion with Helen Bailey for this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast around the subject of Neurodiversity in the Workplace. 

 

Helen educated us on how to ensure our company culture is inclusive and supportive for neurodivergent colleagues starting from the recruitment process and on-boarding stages. We also discussed the dangers of stereotyping and that by leaning into conversations around support can ultimately benefit the whole workforce.

 

We could have talked to Helen for hours, you can have a listen here:

 

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8. Benefits of Coaching with Sinder Gill

In this week's Inspiring thoughts podcast Stephen Adams talks to Sinder Gill Behavioural, Cultural & Change Manager at Derbyshire Constabulary.

Stephen and Sinder discuss the Benefits of Coaching and how self development, through the use of coaching, will be the best investment you can ever make. Sinder is particularly passionate about using NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) to uncover the real meaning of words and phrases we use and how this impacts our actions.

If you want help in becoming your authentic self and building your own personal brand then the question shouldnt be 'why should I have coaching?' it really should be 'why not?'

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7. Authentic Leadership with Sir Peter Wanless

Sir Peter and Stephen Adams talk about Authentic Leadership, drawing on his experience in the civil service and the National Lottery through to his current role in NSPCC.

He highlights the importance of having a strong purpose, and the key traits of clarity, positvity and unity for both a leader and an organisation.

As well as discussing all things leadership, we also discover Sir Peters loves of vibrant shirts and who his inspirations are - this one is not to be missed.

6. The Power of Mediation with Graham Boyack

Graham has plenty of experience in seeing the benefits of mediation for both individuals and organisations. In particular, Graham shares how having a management team that is equipped with mediation skills, can have a hugely positive impact on the culture of a business.

Being able to have conversations and listen to colleagues effectively can avoid the need for disputes escalating to a more formal dispute resolution process, which is costly and stressful for all involved.