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Mom Life in LuxembourgNeurodiversity Parent Advocacy IRL with Jen Cooper & Kate Brassington, 28/03/2025Jen Cooper and Kate Brassington facilitate an independent, parent-led neurodiverse community group at ISL, which has expanded to include other English-speaking schools in Luxembourg. Both Kate and Jen are ADHD mums with neurodivergent kids who love supporting others and creating a sense of community for those who may be far from home. Kate is a Coaching Psychologist running her private practice in Luxembourg (website: https://katebrassington.com/). She specialises in trauma-informed and ND-informed coaching for adults, and is a PhD candidateJen Cooper and Kate Brassington facilitate an independent, parent-led neurodiverse community group at ISL, which has...2025-03-2830 min

The Coaching Psychology PodTrauma-informed CoachingIn this episode, Dr. Natalie Lancer and Julia Vaughan Smith, Kate Brassington, and Jenny Rogers, explore the nuances of trauma-informed coaching. The panel give thought to the complexities and responsibilities involved in trauma-informed coaching, discussing the internal dynamics of trauma, its influence on coaching practices, and the importance of sensitivity to clients' experiences. The conversation covers the distinctions between coaching and therapy, ethical considerations, and the skills necessary for trauma-informed coaching, such as presence, attunement, and reflective practice. The importance of safeguarding, establishing boundaries, and self-care for coaches is also addressed. We consider: What is trauma...2024-09-011h 15

Refreshing LeadershipS2: 35 Highs, Lows, and What Is Next? Season 2 recap with Rob Lawrence, Podcast ProducerAaand, that’s a wrap! Season 2 is complete, with 35 episodes in the can and downloaded (so far) 4,198 times! Thank you so, so much, to everyone who listened, discussed, shared, messaged me, and absorbed some of this information into your life!Podcast Producer Rob Lawrence sits in the interview seat for this one, extracting all sorts of home truths from me about what it’s been like for me to host this season, the journey its taken me on, and what might be coming up next.Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in the episode...2024-05-171h 09

Refreshing LeadershipS2.34: Passionate About Positive Leadership! With Chartered Coaching Psychologist, Cornelia LuceyMeet Cornelia Lucey, Chartered Coaching Psychologist, business owner, leadership coach, and author of a Routledge-published book - Positive Leadership in Practice: A Model for Our Future.Although Cornelia and I are fellow alumni, I had never had a chat with her in person (ok, on zoom), and after reading her book I was delighted to get over an hour with her all to myself. She was thoroughly iinspiring to talk to and I hope you enjoy the conversation!Here's a quick preview of what we discussed:**Groundwork in Trauma-Informed...2024-05-101h 00

Refreshing LeadershipS2.33: Trauma is Already Outside the Box; But Are You Still Thinking Inside the Box? A Primer for Refreshing LeadersThis is the first time I’ve created an episode where I’m connecting you back to one of the very first episodes on this podcast, launched around a year ago. Trauma remains widely misunderstood. It is put in a box and left in a corner for therapists and psychiatrists to deal with. But this only reflects a very small portion of people. Most people affected by trauma are in our villages, communities, towns, workplaces. This episode is for you to get acquainted with the idea that trauma is transdiagnostic… it no longer fits int...2024-05-0329 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.32: Credible, Fast-Talking, Fascinating; A Kitchen-Table Chat With Dr Natalie Lancer, Chair of BPS Division of Coaching PsychologyThis episode is a quick, energising and inspiring canter through the fields of coaching psychology, existentialism, neuroscience, leadership, and what it is like to be a senior leader inside the Division of Coaching Psychology! Dr. Natalie Lancer is absolutely a role model for me as she unashamedly brings a blend of psychology expertise to sit alongside deep knowledge and understanding not just through the eyes of professionals, but real-life people. As you can imagine I was especially interested to hear her thoughts on the emerging field of trauma-informed coaching alongside her deep dive kn...2024-04-2658 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.31: Contradict Yourself! Identify Where You Disagree With Yourself To Unlock CreativityWe are not mono-mind… and we do not think just one thing on any topic… but what about when you radically disagree with yourself? In psychology these are called “polarities” - opinions or thoughts that are literally polar opposites. Often they are pathologised and people try to get rid of them.But did you know that this is an area of potential creativity you can set your mind to explore?A great example I heard recently is the core of Gore-Tex technology – think breathable yet waterproof. These two polar opposites combine to make an extraor...2024-04-1922 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.30: Mission-Led Content from a Young Age? Meet Author Gracie Barry and her Entrepreneur Mum LisaGracie Barry was 10 years old when she had a sudden idea, fully formed, about a Slime Ball Anxiety Monster called Jeff, who lives in her head, and ruins otherwise perfectly good days.Within a couple of days, Jeff the manuscript had helped her explain anxiety to a doctor in a way she’d never managed before. It began to help the whole family find words to describe a thing that no-one can see.And mum Lisa, already an established Mission-Led Content expert and business owner, had an idea. Along came Helen Hill, illustrator, an...2024-04-1246 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.29: Strengthening Minds: Nature-Based Learning for Child Well-beingWe know that hunter-gatherer societies are where our human evolution is still at. We know that we have not evolved at the speed that modern technology has so rapidly changed the world we live in. We know that in terms of human evolution, hunter-gatherer societies were simply one tiny gene shift away.The group most impacted by this is children in schools, with modern high-stakes exams, sitting at desks, and highly structured environments. Humans simply didn’t evolve to learn best by a single adult instructing a same-age group of children. We evolved to learn by play, ex...2024-04-0530 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.28: Thriving Teams: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Resilient Leadership with Julia Vaughan-Smith, Master Executive Coach & SupervisorI had the privilege of engaging with Julia Vaughan-Smith, one of the pioneers of trauma-informed coaching, in whose footsteps I am trying to follow. Julia is an author of several books based on her experience as a psychotherapist and executive coach. She has spent years training other coaches in walking this often grey area between coaching and therapy - after all, if someone is truly a leader, they must bring their whole self into it, and this can demand some healing. Here's a taster of what we cover:Trauma and the Br...2024-03-2947 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2: 27. A Big Birthday! and What's Next?!: Mid-Season Reflections on Refreshing Leadership PodcastIt was my Big Birthday last week! Celebrating with family in Ireland, plus a swim in the sea and various other rituals was making me reflect so much on life, and the meaning in, and OF life, that I just had to share some of this with you all!Passage of My Time: 50 years ago it was 1974 (a great vintage though I may say so!)… and 50 years before that it was 1924. My grandparents were in their teens, and life was incredibly different. What will life be like in 50 years time?Passage of Tim...2024-03-2215 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2: 26. Plant-Medicine Strength: Embracing Softness in a Hard World with Combat Veteran Keith Abraham. CEO Heroic Hearts UKI’m delighted to introduce Keith Abraham, a human resiliency expert and the CEO of Heroic Hearts UK. This conversation is completely new territory for me as I’ve not ever explored therapeutic psychedelics! The conversation was incredible, Keith is the epitome of humility and courage, and I’m privileged to share the conversation with you. Mindful Misconceptions: Keith dismantles the westernized version of mindfulness, urging a return to its healing roots.Psychedelic Pre-Requisites: Preparing for a psychedelic journey is no small feat. Keith outlines the essential steps and the profound duty of care in...2024-03-151h 16

Refreshing LeadershipS2.25: Mastering the Mind: Debunking Neuroscience MythsIn this episode of Refreshing Leadership, you'll dive into the world of neuromyths and neuroscience with me!We'll debunk common misconceptions and explore how to practically apply neuroscience in coaching and psychology.Get ready for eye-opening discussions about the brain, learning, and the power of science-based metaphors.We'll address the complexities of coaching psychology, the challenges of staying neuroscience-informed, and the evolving nature of the field.Join me for an insightful journey into understanding the incredible nervous system in action.#TraumaInformedLeadership...2024-03-0824 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2: 24. Transforming Trauma: Embracing a Trauma-Informed Leadership Perspective with Mental Health Change Agent Ruth Cooper-Dickson:I first heard of Ruth Cooper-Dickson because it seemed like everyone in my network was talking about her and her research in trauma-informed coaching! Fast track several months and here she is to share her research, experience, expertise, and life wisdom, with little glimpses through Neuro-Divergent eyes along the way. In this episode:A Trauma-Informed Approach:Ruth and I engage in a deep discussion on the nuances of trauma in leadership and how to navigate mental health in the workplace, combining the need for understanding with actionable strategies.Leading T...2024-03-011h 09

Refreshing LeadershipS2.23: Procrastination: A Quick Dive into Its Dual Role as both Protector and ProvocateurIn this episode of Refreshing Leadership, we're diving deep into the intriguing world of procrastination. My aim is to bring deeper thought and perspective to the roles of procrastination. It often gets a kicking with people trying to force it away instead of noticing how to understand and harness it for positive effect!I'll be exploring the question of whether procrastination acts as a protector or provocateur in our lives (or both!). We'll peel back the layers to understand the roles of the brain, consider trauma-informed principles, and examine the influence of neurodivergence on this complex phenomenon.2024-02-2325 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.22: Breaking the Mold in a Male-Dominated Domain: Fearless Leadership in the Security Sector with Letitia Emeana ASIS CPP, PSP and CISMPAs you can imagine, Security is a male-dominated world, recruiting often from police and military veterans (who are predominantly male). So I resonated strongly with some of the issues Letitia was struggling with when she coached with me a few years ago. I’m super proud of her courage and stance on making such an important profession more open and accessible not just to women, but all minority groups.ASIS International is a global community of security practitioners who are trained, certified and professionals in the protection of assets - people, property, and/or information.Sh...2024-02-161h 05

The AC PodcastUnderstanding Trauma in the Coaching Space Kate Brassington, trauma-informed coach, joins host Maxine Bell, to challenge the misconception that clients with trauma would not be present in a coaching session. Kate shares what coaches can do to become more trauma-aware and trauma-informed, to better serve clients and create a safe coaching environment. Learn the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD, the importance of staying present and curious in coaching, and the implications for ethical and safe practice. Kate tackles the fears and anxiety surrounding this topic and encourages coaches to seek supervision, and to continue educating themselves on trauma-informed practices. You w...2024-02-1246 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2:21. Thriving Through Systems: Leaders Taking Control and Growing Me, We, & TheyIn this episode of Refreshing Leadership, I take you with me on a dive I have recently been revisiting - systems-inspired leadership.This is a chance to take a macro view of leadership and focus on interconnectedness.I discuss the three levels of human systems - me, we, and they - and the the power of recognizing and growing strengths at these levels.I emphasize the need for individuals to take control and manage their own career and life, whether they are self-employed, freelancers (duh, that’s obvious) or em...2024-02-0917 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.20: Serve To Lead - Blending Experience, Trust, and Authenticity with Brigadier Clare Phillips CBEEver wanted a kitchen table natter with a really approachable, but super effective person, to ask them “but hang on, how did you do that”? Well that is exactly what I got to do with Clare Phillips, and the result is this week’s podcast episode.I’m so pleased that my tenuous link with Brigadier Clare Phillips CBE (we were both at Royal Military College Sandhurst at the same time, she was in the intake above me) and her genuinely open and helpful personality, meant that when I scooted her a message to ask if she’s be willi...2024-02-021h 16

Refreshing LeadershipS2.19: Midwinter Rituals: The Art of Nesting for Rest, Clarity, and Confident Action PlanningI saw a post recently that said “Have you missed your chance to set goals for 2024”… with a shudder I clicked onwards. No such negativity nonsense thank you!We are still in midwinter (us Northern Hemisphere lot anyway) and this has a massively important role to play for our cyclical wellbeing… through nesting. I've been exploring the idea of nesting as a valuable part of our midwinter rituals. It's all about the process of arranging our surroundings and thoughts to create a sense of security and comfort, and I believe it's an essential step before setting g...2024-01-2618 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.18: The Self-Leadership Superpower of Creativity and Compassion with IFS Therapist and Trainer Ruth CulverI came across Ruth Culver during lockdown, when I was simultaneously exploring Internal Family systems-Inspired Coaching, and Polyvagal Theory. Ruth has trained in both disciplines and had developed the Thrive/Survive spiral which I continue to find super helpful (you can download it free from her website, link below).In chatting with her by email I discovered she’s very down-to-earth and last year I did one of her online “Intuitive drawing” workshops called Drawing Into Self which was simply beautiful as I got to work with her 1:1 as the demo client.Here's a sneak peek o...2024-01-191h 04

Refreshing LeadershipS2.17: 'Humankind' for Refreshing Leaders: Tempering Empathy and Training Compassion“Temper your empathy and train your compassion”This is one of Rutger Bregmans top tips for resolving the bias and friction that persist in the modern Western world.It falls to leaders of all kinds to make changes everywhere that are so badly needed for fairness, equity, and progress of humankind. I re-listened to Rutger's book, Humankind, over the midwinter break, and I was struck by how powerful and simple this message is.Key Takeaways:Distinguish empathy from compassion: Empathy involves feeling the pain with someone, while compassion entai...2024-01-1221 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.16: Pivoting with Purpose: From Army Officer to Strategic Corporate Security, Insights into Humanity in Leadership with Jules Parke-RobinsonWant to listen to a thoroughly inspiring person who is down-to-earth, real, and fun? Then you are in the right place!I bring you my chat with Jules - mum, Senior Corporate Security Executive, family person, Tropic Ambassador, Trustee of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and Chair of British Wheelchair Basketball… yet still completely relatable, funny, down-to-earth, and wise.We go through a ton of stuff, here are some highlights:🌱 Growth Mindset: Jules shares the aspirations for her children in their professional pursuits, emphasizing the significance of working in environments that foster empowerment, trust...2024-01-051h 18

Refreshing LeadershipS2:15. Midwinter giftIn this special episode of Refreshing Leadership, I give you a unique gift—a guided visualization or meditation to celebrate the season of Midwinter. Join me as I guide you through a beautiful woodland area, inviting you to connect with nature, rejuvenate your energy, and seek inner peace. This solo episode is a refreshing and inspiring way to wrap up the year and prepare for the new year ahead. WarmlyKateIf you enjoyed this or found it useful please subscribe on the show website, https://refreshingleadership.buzzsprout.com/ Y...2023-12-2926 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.14: Redefining Leadership Through Spirituality and Self-Discovery, with Fiona English, Speaker and Executive CoachFiona seems so fearless to me, as she navigates the intersection of human potential and spirituality. With candor, Fiona reflects on her own life journey, shedding light on the intrinsic value of recognizing the unknown as an opportunity and the personal sacrifices inherent in embarking on a path to true leadership. Her insights will provide us with a deeper understanding of how leadership is less about commanding others and more about understanding oneself.Together, we'll get to the heart of what it means to be a leader today—discussing the importance of c...2023-12-221h 02

Refreshing LeadershipS2:13. When it is YOU that is in Shock or Sensory Overwhelm: How I Led Myself Through Shaking, Fear, and Pain Reactions During a Medical Procedure, and You Can TooIn this episode I’ve taken the risk of sharing a very personal and recent experience with you. Why? Because it required leadership, resilience, and self-care, and I could only get through it because of the knowledge and skills I now have.My recent medical challenge of a surgical repair to my eardrum was nothing compared to an intense experience of somatic shock that happened during a follow-up procedure.My story explores the primal conditioning that compels our bodies to hide illness and how stress can manifest in physical reactions like shaking. But mo...2023-12-1529 min

Refreshing LeadershipS2.12: Envisioning Leadership Success by Crafting Your Personal Vision with Maya Gudka, Executive CoachNow here’s a fun episode - with executive coach Maya Gudka, who has a rich background at prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs and KPMG. She talks to us about her surprising journey from economics to executive coaching.Maya sheds light on the profound impact of personal vision work that she has crafted through a blend of hard-earned experience coupled with academic approach to blending psychology, coaching, and her insider experience of the world of finance executives.We explore relationship-building, organizational intelligence, and the significance of Hogan personality assessments, as Maya breaks down her coaching ap...2023-12-071h 08

Refreshing LeadershipS2:11. The Creative Leader: Unlocking Innovation through the Nervous SystemWelcome to another episode of Refreshing Leadership! In today's episode, I explore the connection between creativity and feeling safe in our environment. Join me to learn more about the intricacies of our nervous system and how it responds to perceived danger, often hindering our ability to tap into our creative potential. I chat about the importance of inner healing work and how it can help us break through obstacles and unleash our creativity. I share insights from my conversation with artist Hannah Shergold, highlighting the role of intuition in the creative proc...2023-11-3020 min