Resilience Rising Podcast
Self-Improvement
About
With the help of my guests, we will be getting curious about what resilience is, how we develop it, and why we need it. This podcast is here to explore all things resilience.
Episodes
- Ep 74 - Elspeth Wilson - Talking about collective resilience, body doubling, journalling, writing a book as a way to escape
This episode features writer Elspeth Wilson discussing collective resilience, body doubling, journalling, and using writing as an escape. Wilson, author of "These Mortal Bodies," shares insights from her work exploring themes of the body,…
- Ep 73 - Dee Hankins - From foster care system at two months old, navigating 12 different homes by age eight, to inspirational speaker
Dee Hankins, a nationally acclaimed motivational speaker, discusses his personal journey overcoming challenges from the foster care system to becoming a voice of hope. His story exemplifies the power of resilience, aiming to equip others w…
- Ep 72 - Urmi Hossain - Author of Discovering Your Identity: A Rebirth from Interracial Struggle
Urmi Hossain discusses feeling like an outsider and the process of developing resilience, sharing her personal story as a third-culture kid and author. She reflects on her journey to discover her identity, finding strength amidst feelings…
- Ep 71 - Meri McCoy-Thompson - Author of he Heart of Resilience: Nurturing Your Inner Strength for a Joyful Life
Meri McCoy-Thompson, author of "The Heart of Resilience," shares insights from her book on developing resilience skills through practical strategies and real-life stories. She emphasizes finding gratitude as a key centering skill for a mor…
- Ep 70 - Chris Tamdjidi - Author of 'The Resilient Culture' talks about the skills you need for resilience
Chris Tamdjidi, author of "The Resilient Culture," shares his perspective on resilience, defining it as the ability to regulate one's own states independently of the external environment. He proposes viewing resilience not as enduring hard…
- Ep 69 - Mark MacNicol - Drama for resilience and how we can find our Inner Mentor
This episode features Mark MacNicol, discussing how arts like drama and storytelling can aid in resilience, recovery, and navigating the justice system. Mark shares his 'anonymous-drama' model and insights from his Find Your Mentor program…
- Ep 68 - Dr Christopher Cortman - Author and Psychologist explains how we can get over trauma and anxiety
Dr. Christopher Cortman, a psychologist with extensive experience in treating trauma and anxiety, explains how individuals can move past traumatic events and improve their lives. His insights are drawn from his clinical practice and publis…
- Ep 67 - Paul Besley - Writer who talks about resilience in a life-changing diagnosis
This episode features writer Paul Besley discussing his experiences with a life-shortening diagnosis, his time in mountain rescue, and his new book 'The Search,' which explores resilience and the human connection to the land.
- Ep 66 - Anna Britton - Talks about PTSD and writing
Anna Britton shares her personal experience with PTSD, reflecting on a moment of bravery while kayaking. She also discusses her career as a crime thriller author, including her books "Close to the Edge" and "Shot in the Dark," and her work…
- Ep 65 - Wendy Pratt - Author of The Ghost Lake talks about writing, infertility and bereavement
This episode features author Wendy Pratt discussing her experiences with loss, infertility, and her connection to nature, as explored in her memoir 'The Ghost Lake.' Pratt reflects on her journey as a working-class writer navigating themes…
- Ep 64 - Andy Brown - How resilience is the currency in our Emotional Overdraft
Andy Brown, author of "The Emotional Overdraft," explains how resilience is the currency in our emotional overdraft. He details how being overdrawn impacts resilience, leading to stress and burnout, and offers insights into changing habits…
- Ep 63 - Michael O'Brien - How to have your last bad day
Michael O'Brien, a meditation teacher and coach, discusses how to overcome challenges, using his own near-death experience as a turning point. He emphasizes mindfulness and reflection for personal growth and stress management.
- Ep 62 - Bindi Shah - Childless not by choice meditation guide and writer
This episode of Resilience Rising Podcast features Bindi Shah, a meditation guide and writer, discussing the experiences of being childless not by choice. They explore themes of disenfranchised grief, emotional processing, community suppor…
- Ep 61 - Sukhvinder Pabial - Author of The Resilience Handbook
Sukhvinder Pabial, author of 'The Resilience Handbook,' shares insights on creating a practical guide to resilience, drawing on his expertise in occupational psychology and positive psychology.
- Ep 60 - Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe - Author of Calm Within The Storm: A Pathway to Everyday Resiliency
Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, an expert in resiliency, shares insights on what makes a person resilient, the necessity of sometimes falling apart, and the benefits of stress. She is the author of "Calm Within The Storm: A Pathway to Everyday Res…
- Ep 59 - Lucy Oakley-Denver - From British Intelligence Agencies to Antidotal Intelligence
Lucy Oakley-Denver shares her journey from PTSD after working with British Intelligence to founding Antidotal Intelligence, which uses the body's wisdom for health. The episode explores breathwork, natural energies, and achieving peace wit…
- Ep 58 - Helen Mort - The power of poetry and activism in times of resilience
Author Helen Mort discusses how action and activism can serve as forms of resilience, drawing parallels between her own experiences and those of Ethel Haythornthwaite, the subject of her biography. Mort, an award-winning author, shares ins…
- Ep 57 - Jo Moseley - Navigating divorce and bereavements to find JOY and become a bestselling author
Jo Moseley discusses navigating life's challenges, including divorce and bereavement, to find joy and achieve success as a bestselling author. Her experiences with stand-up paddleboarding, filmmaking, and writing travel guides highlight he…
- Ep 56 - James Wythe 'Healthy Living James' - From bed bound ME/CFS suffered to food blogger with 1 million followers
James Wythe, known as Healthy Living James, details his recovery from ME/CFS, which left him bed-bound for two years. He learned to cook during his recovery and has since become a food blogger with over a million followers, sharing dairy a…
- Ep 55 - Clare Rutter - Paddler and Brain Injury Survivor
Clare Rutter, a survivor of a traumatic brain injury and cancer diagnosis, shares her journey of recovery and resilience. Despite life-altering challenges, she became a qualified paddlesports instructor, using the outdoors for therapy and…
- Ep 54 - Leonie Charlton - Writer and Poet talks about grief
Writer Leonie Charlton discusses grief, resilience, and the animal world, exploring the role of rituals and human relationships with nature. The episode touches upon themes from her book
- Ep 53 - Jen Zwinck - Widow Advocate, Author, and Host of Widow 180: The Podcast,
Jen Zwinck shares her journey of overcoming the murder of her husband, moving to a Caribbean island, and founding Widow 180 to support widows. Her work aims to help others transform tragedy into strength and find new purpose after loss.
- Ep 52 - Natasha Carthew - Poet and Author who talks about resilience in poverty
This episode features author Natasha Carthew discussing resilience in the context of poverty, exploring how creativity and positivity can foster it. Carthew shares insights from her Cornish memoir "Undercurrent" and her broader work advoca…
- Ep 51 - Abbie Barnes - Filmmaker, Mental Health Advocate and Founder of Spend More Time In The WILD
This episode features Abbie Barnes, an award-winning filmmaker and advocate for mental wellbeing in nature. Abbie shares their experiences with filmmaking, chronic pain, and using the natural world to overcome life's challenges.
- Ep 50 - Nick Jonsson - From Adversity and Loss to International Bestselling Author
Nick Jonsson discusses his personal journey of overcoming adversity, including health decline and loss, which inspired his bestselling book "Executive Loneliness." He shares practical steps for resilience and promoting mental health awaren…
- Ep 49 - Alastair Humphreys - Adventurer and Writer
Jen Scotney talks with adventurer Alastair Humphreys about resilience in challenging times, the impact of social media, and his exploration of microadventures and local environments, as detailed in his book "Local." Humphreys shares insigh…
- Ep 48 - Fabrice Desmarescaux - Using the Art of Retreat for Resilience
Fabrice Desmarescaux explains how incorporating retreats and disconnecting can enhance resilience and performance. He integrates Eastern spiritual traditions with Western psychology to help individuals and teams achieve greater clarity and…
- Ep 47 - Aziz Musa - An Entrepreneur Navigating Resilience in Crisis Zone
Aziz Musa, the youngest UK public company CEO, shares his journey of building Cush.Digital in Sudan amidst war, relocating to Egypt, and establishing North Africa's top digital marketing agency. He also trained over 4,000 Sudanese in digit…
- Ep 46 - Lunden Souza - NLP Master Practitioner and Podcast Host
This episode features Lunden Souza, NLP Master Practitioner and host of the Self Love & Sweat podcast. Discussion covers processing tough times, embracing discomfort, and the role of forgiveness in resilience.
- Ep 45 - John R Spender - created the best-selling book series A Journey Of Riches
John R Spender, author of the best-selling A Journey Of Riches series, shares insights on building resilience amidst chaos and overcoming adversity. Despite early challenges with literacy, he has become an international speaker, movie make…
- Ep 44 - Imogen Furlong - Caving Expedition Leader
Imogen Furlong, a cave expedition leader, shares how caving and the loss of her mother shaped her life. She discusses leading expeditions in China, Mexico, and India, her work integrating families into expeditions, and her focus on
- Ep 43 - Isaac Kenyon - Mental Health Advocate, Adventurer, and Speaker
This episode features mental health advocate Isaac Kenyon discussing how embracing failure, teamwork, and nature has aided his mental health journey. Kenyon shares his experiences with anxiety, panic disorder, and suicidal thoughts, alongs…
- Ep 42 - Jenny Tough - Adventurer and Writer
This episode features adventurer and writer Jenny Tough, discussing how solo adventures build resilience. Topics include managing fear, depression, and eating disorders, alongside Tough's experiences in endurance challenges and her book 'S…
- Ep 41 - Karly Arber - Entrepreneur, Female Founder, and Coach
Karly Arber shares her journey of resilience, detailing how she recovered from an abusive relationship, a legal battle, and significant business setbacks. She emphasizes the importance of overcoming shame, embarrassment, and fear of failur…
- Ep 40 - Joe French - Film maker, Climber, Musician, Barefoot runner, and Author
Joe French shares his experiences with trauma and healing, drawing from his life as a filmmaker, climber, musician, and author. His book "Out of Mind" details his journey of overcoming PTSD and tragedy, including surviving the Nepal earthq…
- Ep 39 - Maria Coffey - Author and Adventurer
Maria Coffey, author and adventurer, shares insights from her life and latest book, 'Instead: Navigating the Adventures of a Childfree Life.' The episode explores her global travels, the founding of an adventure travel company, and her per…
- Ep 38 - Barbara Jo Jenkins - Walked 3000 miles across America
Barbara Jo Jenkins discusses the resilience gained from her 3000-mile walk across America, as detailed in her book "So Long As It
- Ep 37 - Daniel Zia Joseph - Military Mental Health and Resilience Author
Dan Zia Joseph, author of "Backpack to Rucksack," shares insights on military mental health, resilience, and leadership, drawing from his experience as a combat engineer and his master's in Organizational Psychology. His work aims to educa…
- Ep 36 - Aneace Haddad - Executive coach who doesn’t talk about resilience
Executive coach Aneace Haddad joins Jen Scotney to discuss moving beyond a reactive definition of resilience. They explore how embracing change, transformation, and reinvention allows individuals to grow and redefine themselves.
- Ep 35 - John Kelly - Endurance Athlete and Record Holder
John Kelly, an elite endurance athlete and record holder, discusses what extreme physical challenges teach us about resilience, his views on failure and success, and his personal definition of resilience. He has completed numerous challeng…
- Ep 34 - Russell Harvey - ’The Resilience Coach’
In this episode of Resilience Rising Podcast, host Jen Scotney speaks with Russell Harvey, 'The Resilience Coach.' Harvey shares his extensive knowledge on resilience, discussing its definition and importance, navigating constant change, t…
- Ep 33 - Lizzie Pickering - Grief and Resilience
Lizzie Pickering shares her extensive experience and guidance on navigating grief, stemming from personal loss and 23 years of research. Her book, "When Grief Equals Love," explores surviving loss, the myth of closure, and cumulative grief.
- Ep 32 - Dr Martin Brunet - Doc Martin GP
Dr Martin Brunet, a GP with 22 years of experience, shares insights on resilience, burnout, and mental health. The episode explores risk factors for depressive illness, the role of kindness and relationships in building resilience, and str…
- Ep 31 - Belinda Kirk - How Adventure Builds Resilience
Belinda Kirk discusses how challenging ourselves and facing adversity outdoors cultivates resilience. She is the author of "Adventure Revolution" and a prominent advocate for adventure's positive effects on wellbeing and mental health.
- Ep 30 - Ruth Kudzi - Transformational Coach and Trainer
Ruth Kudzi, a transformational coach and best-selling author, discusses her book "How to Feel Better" and shares tools for self-coaching using positive psychology. The episode explores techniques to help listeners feel better and achieve t…
- Ep 29 - Lee Craigie - Cyclist and Endurance Athlete
Lee Craigie, a former international cyclist and endurance athlete, discusses embracing discomfort and redefining success in her memoir 'Other Ways to Win.' The episode covers her athletic achievements, including Commonwealth Games represen…
- Ep 28 - Jordan Veiga - From Depression to 2x World Record Holder
Jordan Veiga, a world record holder in pull-ups, discusses his journey from depression to achieving two world records with his Set The Bar Project. He explains how pushing physical limits can build resilience and advocates for mental healt…
- Ep 27 - Victoria Bennet - Writer and Chronically Ill Carer
Victoria Bennett shares her experiences from her memoir "All My Wild Mothers," focusing on her journey of grief, caregiving for her son, and transforming a barren landscape into a garden. She reflects on how life can grow from difficult ci…
- Ep 26 - Dr Polly Atkin - Poet, Writer, and Disability Advocate
This episode of Resilience Rising features Dr. Polly Atkin, a poet, nonfiction writer, and disability advocate. They discuss the experience of chronic illness, the balance between personal resilience and systemic responsibility, and how to…
- Ep 25 - Kate Armstrong - Writer and mountaineer talks about grief
Kate Armstrong, a writer and mountaineer, shares her insights on resilience, particularly in the face of traumatic life events and grief. She discusses how her experiences, including the loss of her partner, have reshaped her understanding…