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Beyond the SurfaceHealing After Abuse: Practical Strategies for Safety and Nervous System Regulation Ep. 14.Healing After Abuse: Practical Strategies for Safety and Nervous System Regulation Ep. 14.Dr. Mandeep Kaur Khela joins Debbie Ann Turnbull to share her personal journey from medical research to trauma-informed coaching and support for families facing coercive control and the family court system. This episode offers practical insights and actionable advice for anyone dealing with hidden abuse and its lasting impact.Defining coercive control and how to spot early warning signs ("micro-courage," gut instincts, behavioural patterns)Understanding the connection between mind and body in trauma responseSimple, effective techniques to regulate your nervous system in...
2025-11-1235 minBeyond the SurfaceBuilding Safer Waters: Steve Wills’ Journey from RNLI to International Drowning Prevention Ep. 13Building Safer Waters: Steve Wills’ Journey from RNLI to International Drowning Prevention Ep. 13.In this episode of Beyond the Surface, host Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE speaks with water safety expert Steve Wills about the evolution of drowning prevention and the impact of real-life stories. Discover how education, advocacy, and collaboration are shaping the future of water safety.The origins and growth of beach safety programs in the UKGlobal efforts in drowning prevention, including work with the UN and WHOChallenges in funding, access, and inequality in swimming educationThe power of personal storytelling in raising awareness an...
2025-11-0537 minBeyond the SurfaceImmediate Support for Grieving Families: Rhian Mannings MBE from 2wish - Ep. 12Immediate Support for Grieving Families: Rhian Mannings from 2wish - Ep. 12.In this powerful episode of Beyond the Surface, Debbie Ann Turnbull MBE sits down with Rhian Mannings MBE to discuss the heartbreaking losses that reshaped their lives and how they turned tragedy into vital support for grieving families. Discover practical insights on coping, hope, and the importance of immediate bereavement care.What you'll learn in this episode:Rhian Mannings' personal story of losing her son and husband within daysThe emotional aftermath and the struggle to find support in the...
2025-10-2929 minBeyond the SurfaceSaving Lives Through Education: Aaron Beacher's Work in Road Safety and Powerful Personal Motivations Ep. 11Saving Lives Through Education: Saving Lives Through Education: Aaron Beacher's Work in Road Safety and Powerful Personal Motivations Ep. 11.Join host Debbie Ann Turnbull MBE as she sits down with Aaron Beacher, an award-winning road safety educator, to discuss his personal journey, impactful advocacy work and ongoing commitment to raising awareness. Their candid conversation touches on real-life tragedy, resilience and the importance of mental health.In this episode, you'll learn:Aaron's early inspiration to get involved in safety education after a life-changing classroom storyHis current role supporting students across North Wales and projects that...
2025-10-2233 minBeyond the SurfaceUniting for Water Safety: Community, Partnership and Personal Stories That Save Lives with Dawn Whittaker - Ep.10Uniting for Water Safety: Community, Partnership and Personal Stories That Save Lives with Dawn Whittaker - Ep.10.Join host Debbie Ann Turnbull as she sits down with Dawn Whittaker, a decorated leader in UK drowning prevention, to discuss what it really takes to keep families safe around water. Discover the hard truths, lived experiences, and strategies that are shaping water safety across the UK.Dawn’s personal journey and what drew her into drowning preventionThe evolution of water safety initiatives in the UK, including key national strategiesThe impact of data and research on targeting ef...
2025-10-0839 minBeyond the SurfaceFrom Tragedy to Mission: How Communication Saves Lives with Tom Stanhope | Beyond the Surface Ep. 9From Tragedy to Mission: How Communication Saves Lives with Tom Stanhope | Beyond the Surface Ep. 9.In this special episode of Beyond the Surface, Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE sits down with Tom Stanhope from Podforge to explore the crucial role of communication in mission-driven work.After losing her son Chris to drowning, Debbie transformed her grief into a powerful water safety movement through River and Sea Sense. In this candid conversation, she shares how she learned to tell her deeply personal story without being overwhelmed, the evolution from organic community support to formal organisation and the...
2025-09-2536 minBeyond the SurfaceWhy Strong Swimmers Drown: Chris's Story | Water Safety Truth - Beyond the Surface Ep. 8n this powerful episode, Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE shares the devastating story of how she lost her son, Chris, to drowning. Despite being a strong swimmer, Chris fell victim to cold water shock when he jumped into water that was just 3-4°C - the same temperature as your fridge at home.What You'll Learn:- The reality of cold water shock and how it affects even the strongest swimmers- Why water temperature of 3-4°C is fatal regardless of swimming ability- The "boil" effect and underwater cave dangers that trapped Ch...
2025-09-0612 minBeyond the SurfaceMeditation for helping your nervous system regulate. Beyond the Surface Ep.7.Meditation for helping your nervous system regulate. Beyond the Surface Ep.7.--------------------------------------------Connect with Debbie and find out more about her work here:W: www.riverandseasense.comE: debbie@riverandseasense.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/riverandseasenseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-anne-turnbull-mbe-33190510/-------------------------------------------- Connect with Debbie and find out more about her work here: W: www.riverandseasense.com E: debbie@riverandseasense.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riverandseasense LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com...
2025-08-2720 minBeyond the SurfaceWhy Your Nervous System Keeps You Stuck + How to Break Free - Beyond the Surface Ep. 6Why Your Nervous System Keeps You Stuck + How to Break Free - Beyond the Surface Ep. 6.After losing my son Chris, I learnt the hard way that regulating your nervous system is the key to healing from trauma and preventing burnout.In this episode of Beyond the Surface, I share why your nervous system is like a command centre that's constantly scanning for threats, and how learning to regulate it transforms how you manage emotions, self-talk and limiting beliefs.What you'll discover:Why what we think isn't always true (it's based...
2025-08-2011 minBeyond the SurfaceMy Personal Development Journey - Beyond the Surface Ep. 5My Personal Development Journey - Beyond the Surface Ep. 5This solo episode is where I set out what drives me to keep on developing and expanding my knowledge. From the events that shaped me to the ideas that fuel me and help me keep moving forward, this episode shares it all in a raw and honest and, sometimes, emotional way. I hope that you find this useful.-------------------------------------------- Connect with Debbie and find out more about her work here: W: www.riverandseasense.com E: debbie@riverandseasense...
2025-08-1520 minBeyond the SurfaceDrowning Prevention, Parental Support, and Education: Maxine Johnson Shares Her Powerful Story - Beyond the Surface Ep. 4Drowning Prevention, Parental Support, and Education: Maxine Johnson Shares Her Powerful Story - Beyond the Surface Ep. 4.In this episode of Beyond the Surface, host Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE sits down with fellow water safety campaigner Maxine Johnson to share the powerful story of loss, resilience and advocacy following the drowning of Maxine’s son, Reuben. Together, they discuss the hard-earned lessons and urgent changes needed to prevent similar tragedies.The story of Reuben, his personality and the circumstances surrounding his drowningThe lasting impact of drowning on families and the ongoing challenges of griefKey gaps in wa...
2025-08-1419 minBeyond the SurfaceA Partner’s Perspective: Supporting Firefighters in Their Battle for Water Safety - Ep. 3A Partner’s Perspective: Supporting Firefighters in Their Battle for Water Safety - Ep. 3Go beyond the uniform and discover what it really takes to stand beside a hero. In this episode, Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE interviews Julie Gowland Richardson about the reality of supporting a firefighter whose passion was born from tragedy.The rarely seen challenges faced by the families behind frontline heroesHow Julie supported her husband Tommy's transition from firefighting to water safety advocacyManaging the emotional and psychological impact of high-risk emergency service careersReal-life stories of water safety innovation and community outreachPractical ad...
2025-08-1429 minBeyond the SurfaceLife-Saving Lessons: Firefighter Tommy Richardson’s Mission to Prevent Drownings Across the UK - Beyond the Surface Ep. 2Life-Saving Lessons: Firefighter Tommy Richardson’s Mission to Prevent Drownings Across the UK - Beyond the Surface Ep. 2.Firefighter Tommy Richardson joins host Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE to discuss how personal tragedy inspired real change in UK water safety. Get the facts, practical advice and behind-the-scenes stories from the front lines of rescue and prevention.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:The 2013 water incident that changed Tommy’s life and sparked new national safety effortsHow the Waterside Responder Scheme was created—and what it’s achieved so farThe impact of water rescue w...
2025-08-1437 minBeyond the SurfaceBeyond the Surface: Real Stories of Safety, Healing, and Personal Growth - Ep.1Beyond the Surface: Real Stories of Safety, Healing, and Personal Growth - Ep.1.Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond the Surface with Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE, where we explore the real meaning of safety—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Discover how personal tragedy led to a mission for change and how you can be part of the journey to protect yourself and your loved ones.The inspiration behind the podcast: losing a son to drowning and turning grief into purposeWhat safety really means on a personal and community levelMental health, trauma healing, and th...
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