Shows
The Happiness HubEP0046: With Special Guest Stu Mace - Life Survival CoachThis week I spoke to Life Survival Coach Stu Mace about why he set up his business to help and guide people to achieve their goals, and how he looks after his own well-being.Stu came down to our Tuesday night well-being group at the end of 2021, and as soon as we got chatting I knew I wanted to invite him on the podcast. Stu captured the attention of all the members with his knowledge of meditation, cold showers and breathing techniques which he talks about more in this episode.Stu led a Happiness Hub...2022-02-2850 min
The Happiness HubEP0045: With Special Guest Tianne Croshaw - Stress Management ConsultantThis week I spoke to Tianne Croshaw, founder of the Resilience Wellbeing Partnership. Tianne is a highly experienced Resilience Consultant working across a number of business sectors, an expert in delivering corporate programmes and also runs her own private practice working with individuals. Tianne kindly came down to our Happiness Hub Tuesday night wellbeing group a couple of weeks ago to talk to us about managing and reducing stress. In this episode, Tianne tells us more about her own experience of stress and burnout which led her to help others.You can find...2022-02-0645 min
The Happiness HubEP044: Special Guest Tracey Worrall from Tracey Worrall TherapyIn this episode of the podcast, Kedren talks to fellow counsellor Tracey Worrall who has just set up her own private counselling practice, Tracey Worrall Therapy.Tracey offers counselling in Warrington and surrounding areas with the option of online, telephone and face to face sessions. Kedren and Tracey studied together for two years at the Cheshire Therapy Centre in Warrington to complete their Level 4 Diploma's in Therapeutic Counselling and they both qualified this year. The pair talk about the benefits of counselling and their own experiences along with what they really love about...2021-12-1435 min
The Happiness HubEP043: Special Guest Mandy Gorst from Nantwich HolisticsIn this episode of the Happiness Hub, I spoke to Mandy Gorst, a professional massage therapist and qualified Bowen Practitioner and Scar Worker. We talked about the work she does with her clients and the different therapies she offers and of course what she does to look after her own mental health and what makes her happy. In 2010 Mandy became a member of the Healing Hands Network, travelling to Bosnia to work with civilian survivors of the civil war suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and physical injuries. When she returned to the UK she pursued her interest...2021-11-1437 min
The Happiness HubEP042: Special Guest Fiona Johnson from Flourish WellbeingWe kick off series five of the Happiness Hub Podcast with special guest, well-being life coach Fiona Johnson. We asked Fiona to come on and talk to us about well-being and her top tips on how we can all live better.After working in the early year's sector for 20 years and realising how the job consumed her, Fiona decided she needed a change. She realised she was that “go-to” person and that she wanted to help others achieve their goals. This is where Flourish Well-being came into being and Fiona took the brave step to set up her...2021-11-0827 min
The Happiness HubEP0041: Keds talks to Sarah Palmer about living alcohol freeThis weeks guest, Sarah Palmer came on to talk about why she decided to go alcohol-free and set up Sobalicious to help others live alcohol-free too.Sobalicious is an alcohol-free community group with over 300 members who meet weekly online or at face to face events with activities like outdoor swimming and foraging walks. Sarah shared with us her story of how she went alcohol-free three years ago and what led her to make the decision, and how she hadn't realised at the time the impact of alcohol was making on her mental health as well...2021-08-2246 min
The Happiness HubThe Happiness Hub - Episode 040 with Annie Taylor talking about life with MEIn this week's episode, we welcomed Life and Style Coach Annie Taylor back on the podcast to talk about her own chronic condition.Annie was diagnosed with both ME and Systemic Candida several years ago, causing her great pain and chronic fatigue, making everyday tasks and attending work incredibly challenging.As luck would have it, a work colleague was able to spot Annie struggling having suffered from similar conditions herself and told her to go home, which resulted in Annie getting the help that she needed.You can find out more about Annie...2021-07-2537 min
The Happiness HubEP039: Special Guest Karen Makin who shares her experience of living with MSIn this second MS podcast, Keds talks to Karen Makin about her diagnosis, treatment and self-care whilst living with MS.Karen is very much an all or nothing sort of person and was running two self-employed businesses when her MS really took hold and prevented her from pursuing one of her businesses and taking stock of what the future might hold.Karen shared with us tips and tricks she and her family have implemented to help budget her energy better and manage her MS but also to remove stress where possible from her life which...2021-07-2153 min
The Happiness HubEP038: Special Guest Nichola Brain who shares her experience of living with MSThis is the first part of a two-part podcast talking about all things MS.Kedren one-half of the show's hosts was diagnosed with MS in January 2021 and wanted to invite others she had met on her journey who have helped her get her head around the diagnosis and to share their own stories.Nichola was diagnosed in 2011 when living in the US and has secondary progressive MS and her symptoms affect her daily life. She very kindly came on the podcast to tell us about her experience and different treatments she's had for the condition...2021-07-111h 01
The Happiness HubEP037: Special Guest Saskia Lightburn Ritchie talks about living with BipolarSaskia Lightburn Ritchie has a collection of hidden and chronic conditions and came on the Happiness Hub to share her experience and how she manages her symptoms and mental health daily.Saskia talked mainly about her diagnosis of Bipolar but also how this led her to be diagnosed with other conditions such as diabetes and ulcerative colitis. Saskia's story will help anyone with a chronic or mental health condition, the things that Saskia does daily to help manage her symptoms and take care of herself will help anyone living with a hidden disease....2021-07-041h 04
The Happiness HubHow Jo Brimmell resolved her arthritis pain with an anti-inflammatory dietKeds talks to nutrition, energy and wellness coach Jo Brimmell about her Inflammatory Arthritis and how she found following an elimination diet helped her reduce and remove her painful symptoms.Since treating the rare arthritis condition she was diagnosed with, Jo has gone on to train as a nutritionist and now helps others follow an anti-inflammatory diet that can help with many physical and mental symptoms of all sorts of conditions.Jo is passionate about how the diet transformed her condition her weight and her mental health, reducing her anxiety.You can find...2021-06-2731 min
The Happiness HubEP035: PCOS and mental health with Hannah GuthrieThis week Keds catches up with previous podcast guest Hannah Guthrie to see what she's been up to since she last came on the show in December last year and to talk more in-depth about Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).PCOS affects 1 in 10 women in the Uk and is the most common female hormone condition. It manifests differently in each individual and can be incredibly devastating to a woman’s self-esteem and quality of life.Hannah's diagnoses when she was 16, was a shock and something that Hannah struggled to get her head around as very little in...2021-06-2038 min
The Happiness HubEP034: Living with Fibromyalgia with Laura BounfordFibromyalgia is a condition that affects the central nervous system, the most common symptoms are chronic pain and fatigue. The condition is very common and estimated that 1 in 20 people in the UK may be affected by Fibromyalgia as not everyone who has it, is diagnosed and because the symptoms vary greatly from person to person.80 to 90% of people diagnosed are women although it does affect men and children too. There is no one main cause for this condition, like similar conditions, but can be caused by genes, injury or trauma.Dealing with the symptoms of...2021-06-141h 02
The Happiness HubEP033: Liz & Keds introduce series 4 of the Happiness HubThe dynamic duo is back for series four and this week Liz & Keds chat and introduces this series theme, all about chronic and hidden diseases and how these affect peoples mental health.During lockdown, both Liz & Keds had diagnoses of their own. Throughout the podcast's previous series, they have interviewed and spoken to others who have their own challenges and inspirational stories to tell.In this series, we'll be talking to people who have hidden and chronic diseases like PCOS, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis and MS to raise awareness, share peoples experiences and talk about the mental...2021-06-0634 min
The Happiness HubEP032: Being Aware for your Wellness with Benjamin StubbsIn the last episode of Season 3 Ben and Keds wrap up the themes of the 6-week wellness programme the team have been running and why they can help with your mental health and wellness and also the thread that holds them all together, being aware.Come join us on our Facebook group, to share and access daily mindful and wellness tips, good news stories and links to wellness resources.You can also find out more about our Happy Appy programme and the themes we've covered on our Happiness Hub Blog and website.And...2021-05-3049 min
The Happiness HubEP031: The Power of Letting Go with Benjamin StubbsThe last week of our 6-week wellness programme is all about Letting Go.Mind Set coach Benjamin Stubbs talks to us about why we have thoughts and emotions that stay with us and takes Keds through an exercise called the Sedona method to welcome and subdue these thoughts and feelings that stay with us.If you have difficulty letting go of thoughts and feelings about any of life's situations or events, you can practise this very powerful technique whilst listening to the podcast or practise at home. Through our podcast, we want to...2021-05-2354 min
The Happiness HubEP030: Special Guest Personal Trainer Beckie MorleyWe bring you a bonus episode this week all about the importance of exercise on your physical and mental health. We invited Personal Trainer Beckie Morley on to tell us how it helps our body and mind and asked her a few tips on how to get started if you're thinking about getting active.Beckie has been in the fitness industry for over five years but decided to take the plunge going 'full-time fitness' when the pandemic hit. She works with a wide range of clients but specialises in pre and postnatal fitness. She is...2021-05-2051 min
The Happiness HubEP029: Food & your Mood with Janie Bishop, Nutritional TherapistThis week Keds invites Nutritionist Janie Bishop back on the show to delve further into the link between our gut and our brain.Janie talks about the things she eats and the supplements she takes that have helped her with her mental health.Janie also discussed recent research that shows the types of food that will help you with anxiety and depression and the food to steer clear of.If you've any questions you'd like to ask Janie or would like a free 15-minute consultation you can contact her on 07866 482873 or email her...2021-05-1649 min
The Happiness HubEP028: New Habits with Benjamin StubbsThis week, Keds and Ben talk about New Habits and how they can help you with your mental health, changing the little things you do can give you more time and make you feel less stressed.New Habits is the theme of this week's Happy Appy and we'll be asking participants to reduce the time they spend on social media, watching the news, but also consciously choosing the media that they watch.Ben also talks about how getting outside for 20 mins a day in daylight will help your mood, just by sitting in the garden...2021-05-0941 min
The Happiness HubEP027: Giving and Connection with Liz Parkin & Ben StubbsIn this episode the tables are turned and Liz Parkin is interviewed by Benjamin Stubbs. Giving and connecting are strong values that Liz holds and she talks about how making time to connect with friends, colleagues her community and her husband helps her to stay happy and fulfilled. 2021-05-0234 min
The Happiness HubEP026: Special Guest Liam Hand, Transformational CoachThis week's podcast and Happy Appy theme is self-care. This week we talked to Transformational Coach Liam Hand about self-care, why it's so important and what self-care techniques he uses with his clients and himself to look after his clients and his own mental health and wellbeing.Liam describes himself as a transformational coach, aiming to help people change, release what has been holding them back, and move towards their true potential. His focus is on helping people to release fear and anxiety as quickly as possible and to build real confidence and...2021-04-2546 min
The Happiness HubEP025: The Power of Gratitude with Benjamin StubbsIn week two of our 3rd podcast series and week one of the Happy Appy wellbeing programme we introduce Gratitude and how it can help you with your mental health and wellbeing.Benjamin Stubbs who is a Mindset Coach already uses this with his clients and has already seen the benefits it can bring. Ben talked about how we need to practise gratitude as it doesn't come naturally to us, especially as it seems to us Northerners!Tune in to find out more, and there is still time to sign up for our Happy Appy...2021-04-1133 min
The Happiness HubEP024: Introduction to the Happy Appy, with creators Benjamin Stubbs, Liz & KedsIn the first episode of our 3rd series, we introduce our 6-week online wellness programme called the Happy Appy. Liz, Keds and Benjamin Stubbs, chat about their own journies and how we've come up with the 6-week programme and the weekly themes that will help you change your mindset and lead you through simple activities to improve your mental health and wellbeing.Listen in to find out more about the course and what it offers, including: Daily wellness and mindfulness promptsResources and videos to live a happier and healthy lifeA private chat area where you can...2021-04-0433 min
The Happiness HubEP023: Special Guest Saskia Lightburn-Ritchie from Cheshire Without AbuseIn the last episode of our second series, we talk to Saskia Lightburn-Ritchie, CEO of local domestic abuse charity Cheshire Without Abuse (CWA). CWA is a local domestic abuse charity in Cheshire which has been operating since 1977. They deliver a whole family service, supporting adult and child victims of domestic abuse and adult and young perpetrators of domestic abuse. They offer refuge accommodation, emotional wellbeing support, recovery programmes, specialist training and resources for professionals, Monkey Bob resources for younger children and behaviour change interventions for adults and young people.The pandemic has created more than...2021-03-2839 min
The Happiness HubEP022: Special Guest Emily Gearing Rest Easy TrainingThis week, Liz and Keds talk to Emily Gearing founder and owner of The Rest Easy Method and Rest Easy Training.Rest Easy Training is a simple, effective, affordable mental health programme for schools, families & businesses. As a self-help strategy, it has been designed to prevent mental illness in 6-25-year-olds. Using the acronym REST EASY children, staff, parents & carers are taught how they can Recognise Emotions, Stop Think, Engage Awareness & Support Yourself. The Rest Easy Method is supported by NHS Innovations Agency & validated by the University of Chester. The approach meets all the DfE princ...2021-03-211h 01
The Happiness HubEP021: Special Guest Clair Chilvers from Mental Health Research UKThis week Liz & Keds are joined by Clair Chilvers one of the founding members of the mental heal charity Mental Health Research UK (MHRUK).MHRUK is the first UK charity dedicated to raising funds for research into mental illnesses, their causes and cures and raises money to fund students through their PhD research scholarships.Clair talked about the reasons for setting up the charity due to the lack of mental health research out there at the time. Along with the work they are doing to plug the gaps now, including the following campaigns to raise...2021-03-1439 min
The Happiness HubEP020: Special Guest Ruth Williams from The Smile GroupRuth Williams Founder & Treasurer of Smile Group, mum to Amber, and Freya shared with us her experience of post-natal depression after having her first child 11 years ago.Ruth's experience along with meeting up with co-founder Natalie who experienced a traumatic birth led the pair to set up The Smile Group to provide help and guidance to families experiencing perinatal mental health illness.The group has been running for 10 years now and is supporting families in Sandbach, Macclesfield, Congleton, and Nantwich and will be starting their weekly walks again around Nantwich Lake from Monday the 15th.2021-03-0738 min
The Happiness HubEP019: Special Guest Emma Dechoux, Inspired LearningLiz & Keds talk to Emma about how she's helping create conversations on mental health in the workplace.Passionate about helping individuals be the best they can be, Emma set up Inspired learning to inspire people to achieve the results they want through engaging and interactive workshops, programmes and coaching.Adding to the suite of training the team do, Emma who's a mental health First Aider has included a series of wellbeing and resilience face to face and e-learning workshops. The aim of these workshops is to provide learners with the knowledge to identify suspected mental...2021-02-2842 min
The Happiness HubEP018: Special Guest Jan Harrison, Harbour CheshireThis week Liz & Keds had the pleasure of talking to Jan Harrison who runs a local mental health service called Harbour, helping people across Crewe & Nantwich with their mental health and well-being.Jan told us how she was motivated through personal family experiences of mental health services and support in the area or, rather, the difficulties in being able to find high quality, flexible support and services that led her to set up Harbour.The group have lots of exciting things lined up this year starting with a 12-week Kintsugi Well-being Course.These...2021-02-2143 min
The Happiness HubEP017: Special Guest Sam Ruck - VisyonContinuing with this series theme of local mental health charities and Children's Mental Health Week Liz & Keds chat to Sam Ruck, Head of Therapeutic Services at Visyon.Visyon is a local children's mental health charity that has been supporting the emotional health of children, young people, and their families in the Cheshire and Staffordshire moorlands areas since 1994.Sam told us about the services the charity offers and how the current pandemic has changed how they operate. And of course what makes her happy and her tips for better mental health!Visyon is celebrating...2021-02-1439 min
The Happiness HubEP016: Special Guests Ryan Smith and Zoe Brown from Speak Up SpaceThis week Liz & Keds talk to Ryan Smith and Zoe Brown who run Speak Up Space and The Maccas Project. Both services run under local mental health charity North Staffs Mind support young people across Stoke and Staffordshire with their mental health.Speak up Space is an Instant Messaging Service run 7 days a week through the Speak Up Space Website which also contains lots of self-help information and advice.The Maccas project runs a weekly online group for young people, where they can talk about whatever is on their mind. The Maccas team also works closel...2021-02-0741 min
The Happiness HubEP015: Self Care and Tropic SkincareThis week Liz and Keds talk about self-care and what they've both do to take care of themselves. This week's guest Emma Dechoux from Inspired Learning couldn't join us, however, we took a leaf out of Emma's book to do a little bit of self-pampering and create a home spa experience!We talk about Tropic as Lizzie is an ambassador for the brand and the products we're using and how they make us feel. It's so important to remember that the things we put on our bodies are just as important as the things we...2021-01-3145 min
The Happiness HubEP014: Special Guest Kate Carney, You In MindIn our third episode of our second Happiness Hub series, Liz & Keds talk to the very talented and motivated creator of Cheshire's Mental Health Hub You in Mind, Kate Carney.We spoke to Kate about how the idea came about and how she worked at setting the platform up back in 2017 and how she keeps it up to date, which is no mean feat.YouinMind.org is an online platform helping you find mental health and wellbeing services in Cheshire.Simple in design and easy to use, YouinMind.org is designed to connect tho...2021-01-2440 min
The Happiness HubEP013: Special Guest Tim Dougill, raising money for MindLiz & Keds chat to Tim Dougill about what he's been up to during lockdown last year whilst being furloughed from work.Tim tells us about his experiences of volunteering for Nantwich Buddies AND how he's raised nearly £4,000 from home for national mental health charity Mind.Tim also shared with us his own challenges with mental health and the things he did and still does to look after it.If you've been inspired by Tim you can still sponsor him on his JustGiving page here, as he's keen to reach £4,000 and you can also fi...2021-01-1728 min
The Happiness HubEP012: Special Guest Simon Koefman - Samaritans of South CheshireLiz & Keds kick off Series 2 which is all about local mental health charities with an in-depth interview with Simon Koefman who has been volunteering for the local Samaritans branch in Crewe, Samaritans of South Cheshire for 7 years.Simon is fundraising manager of the local mental health charity, he's also a listening volunteer, a mentor, and has previously been a treasurer for the charity too.We asked Simon about how he came to be a volunteer for Samaritans, how people can get in touch with the charity if they need help, and how you can become...2021-01-1043 minThe Happiness HubEP011: Listeners Questions and CommentsIn the last episode of the first series of the Happiness Hub podcast, Liz and Keds reflect on the year that's been and what 2021 holds.The duo also answers your questions, some of which will shape Series 2 of the podcast, and read out the lovely feedback we've had since launching the Happiness Hub along with the tips you've shared with us on what makes you happy.You can comment and post questions to Liz & Keds on our Happiness Hub podcast facebook group and also find out more about the Nantwich Buddies volunteer group Liz and...2021-01-0340 min
The Happiness HubEP010: Special Guest Mindset Coach Benjamin StubbsIn our last podcast of 2020 we invited Mindset Coach Benjamin Stubbs to tell us about this new App and how he can help you have a fresher, positive, and more proactive mindset.We loved talking to Ben as you can tell from this episode, his energy was contagious. Ben shared some great tips on how to be more positive and everyday things we can all do to help ourselves when we're feeling overwhelmed especially by the news.You can find more about Ben and his App on his website www.benjaminstubbs.com and follow him...2020-12-2752 min
The Happiness HubEP009: Special Guest Nigel Keegan, Right Minds HypnotherapyThis week Liz & Keds talk to Nigel Keegan, hypnotherapist and fellow Nantwich Buddy about how hypnotherapy can help with anxiety, phobias, and confidence. and dispelling the myths and mysteries around hypnosis.Nigel is a fully qualified and experienced hypnotherapist, psychotherapist, and Mindfulness practitioner & teacher, committed to improving the lives of others in need of help. He is trained in a wide range of therapies and interventions and offers a personalised, totally confidential service.Hypnotherapy isn’t the answer to all of life’s problems, but it has been proven beyond doubt to be highly beneficial for...2020-12-2046 min
The Happiness HubEP008: Special Guest Hannah Guthrie, PCOSDuring this episode, Liz & Keds talk to Hannah about the best ways to improve PCOS through weight loss and a healthy lifestyle.Hannah was diagnoses with PCOS when she was 17 and has been learning over the last 13 years how to manage her condition through physical and mental exercises and learning.She has also become an ambassador for promoting awareness of the condition to help others. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others due to the lack of information and support she was given when she was first diagnosedYou can following...2020-12-1327 min
The Happiness HubEP007: Special Guest Annie Taylor, Life CoachThis week Liz & Keds talk to Life Coach Annie Taylor, she describes herself as...Mum and a Wife. Then I'm a Life Coach, Personal Stylist and Writer. Skills in the kitchen are a bit hit and miss; as a Coach I'm an absolute Pro!Annie covers how she helps her clients plan and achieve their goals and how building confidence and self belief is a big part of the process.And of course Annie shares with us what makes her happy and what she does for her own mental health.Annie...2020-12-0645 min
The Happiness HubEP006: Special Guest Janie Bishop, Nutritional TherapistJanie is a Nutritional Therapist and talks about ways in which we can improve our diet for better physical AND mental health.She gives some top tips on things to look out for in our food and foods that can benefit our health.Liz also talks about her experience of working in a Health shop in the 1920's????!!!If you've any questions you'd like to ask Janie, or would like a free 15 minute consultation you can contact her on: 07866 482873 or email her at: janie.bishop1@icloud.com.You can also get...2020-11-2938 min
The Happiness HubEP005: Special Guest Laura Bounford Slimming World ConsultantOur guest this week is Laura Bounford, Slimming World Consultant and Team Developer for the Congleton and Bidduph team in Cheshire.Laura has lost 6st 11lb herself through being a member, loves food and is passionate about helping local people change their health, lifestyle & mental wellbeing.We talked to Laura about how Slimming World changed her life and how she helps her members change their habits to improve both their physical and mental health. Oh and why Blueberries make you happy.You can find out more about Laura and her groups here:2020-11-2240 min
The Happiness HubEP004: Special Guest Rachel Sinden Play PizzazzLiz & Keds talk to special guest Rachel Sinden about how she's helping families in lock-down. She's an author, classroom teacher, Theatre Director and outreach practitioner with over 16 years experience. Plus a recent winner of the Santander Venture Pitch 2020.We talked about lots of different things with Rachel including the impact of COVID-19 on childrens, young peoples and family's mental health and what her company Play Pizzazz which Rachel set up in lockdown is doing to combat it!Here's a bit about Play Pizzazz Ltd... Play Pizzazz provides arts-led coaching and learning experiences for teaching professionals...2020-11-1540 min
The Happiness HubEP003: Special guest SJ Hudson - Local Childrens AuthorThis week Keds & Liz talk to SJ Hudson who's launching her first children's book next week on Friday the 13th of November.The ‘Lion who Longed for Spots’ is a rhyming story promoting self-belief and emotional well-being. It follows an adorable young lion cub, named Lottie. Lottie has doubts about her appearance and opts to confide in her mum about the way she is feeling. Together they venture into the savannah on a journey to improve the way Lottie feels about herself. By confiding in someone she trusts, Lottie can begin believing in the cub she really is. ...2020-11-0836 min
The Happiness HubEP002: Special guest Mark Bickerton - Local AuthorIn this episode, Liz & Keds talk to TV writer and published author Mark Bickerton about the creative process of writing and how it can help with your mental health.Mark also shares his experiences as a writer, a volunteer and someone who's mental health has led them to darker places.Mark's book Day Return to Cocoa Yard was published on 28th August 2020 and available to buy from Amazon Waterstones, Barnes&Noble & W H Smith. For more about Mark and to purchase his book visits Mark's site here: markbickerton.comIf you're local and w...2020-11-0146 min
The Happiness HubEP001: An introdution to your show hosts Liz & KedsOur first Happiness Hub Podcast, so we need to introduce ourselves, it would be rude not too.Find out all about our podcast and our hosts Liz & Keds. What brought them to this point in time, deciding to record a podcast and things that make them happy.We hope this podcast makes you happy and we want to know what else does! (Keep it clean) So listen in, get involved and be happy!Come join us on The Happiness Hub facebook Group to interact with our hosts, happiness tips and news about the...2020-10-2628 min