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The Susan Sheehan Podcastep36. Closing Off One Cycle (2024) Before Starting AnewIn this final episode of 2024 I share different ways to reflect and round up the year, to listen to people around you, the angels that are dropping nuggets of wisdom. All so you can start to sow the seeds as we step into a new calendar year while staying in wintering mode. A big thank you from me for all the love, support, listens and sharing. And wishing you and yours a healthy, lots of joy filled moments and prosperity. I referred to Laura Beckingham on this episode here...2024-12-3142 min
The Places We'll Go Marketing ShowLaura Beckingham, Consultant - Slowing down, embracing the uncomfortable and harnessing the power of optimismIn this episode we were joined by the previous corporate HR professional, turned coach and Founder of Space Within, Laura Beckingham, and hosts the 'Calm Down, Wake Up' podcast. After recognising her desire to lead a completely different life, Laura left her last corporate role as Head of Learning and Development Centrica to pursue her dream to bring spirit and presence to the commercial world.
Laura joined us on The Places We'll Go Show to share her passion for supporting people on their journey to improve their outlook on life, harness the power of optimism, embrace the u...2023-01-1641 min
Tapping into...with Sarah TobinS4: E2 - Tapping into Birth, Sex + Death with Emma CannonIn this week’s episode, I chat with Emma Cannon, a fertility and women’s health expert. Emma supports couples on their path to parenthood and bridges the gap between western medicine and complementary therapies.
In this conversation with Emma, we weave many themes that I know will be so powerful for you to hear. She takes us on her own journey of sitting with Ram Dass in the 90’s and how this opened up the path that she is still on today. We discuss the impact of childhood sexual trauma and how this was not fully healed...2022-07-111h 30
workshops work146 - How to make a workshop fail? Insights from 20 podcast guestsThere are a few questions that come up every week - no matter who the guest is, no matter what our topic of conversation is.One of them - and possibly my favourite - is:“What makes a workshop fail?”We learn so much more from our failures than our successes, which makes this section of the podcast a veritable goldmine of facilitation advice and learnings.It’s only sensible, then, to share answers of 20 of the most appreciated podcast episodes.Don’t miss the next show: Subscrib...2022-01-0529 min
25 Years of Ed TechThank you @OpenEdGlobal for the #OEAward2021 for the @YearsEd Project!A huge thank you to the OE Global community for awarding our project a 2021 Open Education Award of Excellence for Reuse/ Remix/ Adaptation. for the 25 Years of EdTech: The Serialized Audio Version. From the OE Global Awards team: The award was given to the project in the “Open Reuse/Remix/Adaptation” category and, according to the adjudicators, the project is an outstanding example of the power of OER reuse for the following reasons;Remixing the physical book into an audiobook has increased accessibility by providing the text in an alternate format.Drawing together the open education community around the r...2021-10-2406 min
Awaken, Heal & TransformEp.19: Live More Consciously By Embodying Stillness with Laura BeckinghamIt is with my absolute pleasure to welcome @Laura.beckingham on this week's episode who shares her journey into the importance of stillness in today's world. Laura is the Founder of @space.with_in where she coaches and teaches practices through various means such as sitting with tea to bring in stillness that allows for space to be created within, for living life more consciously in connection with the world around us.
Laura openly shares with us her unfolding journey as she embraced the unknown, surrendered to self and walked her path with ease. Laura also speaks...2021-07-2336 min
Big Little ThingsCAPACITYCapacity - our ability to acknowledge and be with all that life brings us. In this episode we talk about what having capacity actually means in our day to day life and work, how building it supports us in our leadership, our presence and our relationships, what robs us of our capacity and why all of this is important.2021-03-0829 min
40 for TeaGrounding in - 2020 Reflection & Wisdom for 2021 - Laura Beckingham - A Quick Cuppa with Rach AllanSlow Down, Step Back See More. Laura Beckingham from episode 6 and Rach Allan explore Laura’s experience of 2020, answering: What did it smell, taste & sound like? What did you learn & let go? What wisdom are you taking into 2021. 04.50 - we talk containment & grounding 06.00 - what Laura learnt about complication 08.06 - letting go of 11.05 - moving into adulthood at 40 “ Who am i trying to comply with & please” 13.00 - the medicine of nature 16.00 - having COVID Welcome to this new set of bonus episodes! They are unedited, rough, rea...2021-03-0419 min
25 Years of Ed TechBetween the Chapters #16 being in community on Twitter & social media with @suebecks & @chrissinerantziFor this Between the Chapters, Laura welcomes Sue Beckingham and Chrissi Nerantzi to talk about all things related to Twitter and Social Media from Chapter 16. Reflecting back to our use of the mediums to be social and talk with educators, learners, researchers, and more -- we see how these public, open spaces have changed and challenged us over the last 10+ years. Twitter has brought about community and connection through hashtags; however, it is not the same as it once was -- or is it?What was your first tweet?Ode to Hashtag#Hashtags + Community = Learning?Got Hashtag? [Gathering...2021-02-2551 min
Big Little ThingsRestNatalie and Laura explore the idea of ‘rest’ in this episode. Something we all seem to crave, and yet simultaneously resist, it seems that rest is an increasingly important capability for humans to develop. So how do we learn to welcome the idea and energy of rest into our lives - finding ways to rest inside ourselves, and in the presence of each other? What if rest was an act of preparation, rather than just one of reparation - a thing of necessity rather than a reward? 2021-02-0231 min
Big Little ThingsPOWERIn this episode we talk ‘power’ - what does it mean to have power in today’s world, how are our views, our demonstration and our use of power changing to meet the needs of the major shifts in our society and workplaces due to COVID, racial inequality, and technology? How can power be used well and how is power connected to ‘being the right size’ in both our personal and professional relationships? A topic we’re both passionate about so there maybe a swear word or two in this episode!2020-10-2131 min
workshops work072 - An Introduction to Systemic Coaching and Facilitating Constellations with Laura BeckinghamWhy would I invite “the exact opposite of an Executive Coach” and, as her clients describe her, “a witch” to speak on workshops work?Because Laura Beckingham is a beautifully clear-minded thinker who has provided me with more provocation, intrigue, and inspiration than most people I have known in life!As a highly-experienced Systemic Coach, Laura uses constellations (and many other practices) to create space for reflection and change for Executive teams and leaders.If some, or all, of those words are unclear to you, Laura has an enviable talent for explaining the complexi...2020-08-051h 01
Big Little ThingsEmbodimentHow connected are you to the language of your body? Here Nat and Laura talk about ‘Embodiment’ the idea of living more in and from our own body. They explore how one might develop a stronger connection with what the body is saying and showing, and how that can enable a life that is more aware and choiceful.2020-07-2000 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up Yoga Nidra – Held in NatureThis Yoga Nidra connects us to nature and the elements for nourishment and support. Often referred to as ‘The Yoga of Sleep’ Yoga Nidra is a deeply restorative practice that takes you to the bridge between the conscious and subconscious mind – a liminal state where we can simultaneously rest and regenerate. Practice is taken lying down (if accessible) in a cosy space (cover yourself with a blanket and cover your eyes) and you are still and quiet for the duration. Simply listen and enjoy. *If you have a history of trauma or PTSD please...2020-07-0132 min
Big Little ThingsExpertThis is about way more than the semantics of language - it is about an energetic stance that we can each hold more consciously in service of staying open. Open to reality, open to possibility, and most importantly it feels, open to each other; a critical exploration at this time when 'EXPERTS' are deferred to more than ever, when it comes to the blueprint for how we live our lives.2020-05-2000 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up - Meditation – KindnessA gentle, settling, guided meditation that invites you to connect more deeply with your capacity and potential for kindness. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb6252020-05-2016 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up Yoga Nidra – Dusk of the dayA Yoga Nidra to support your transition from daytime to evening… Often referred to as ‘The Yoga of Sleep’ Yoga Nidra is a deeply restorative practice that takes you to the bridge between the conscious and subconscious mind – a liminal state where we can simultaneously rest and regenerate. Practice is taken lying down (if accessible) in a cosy space (cover yourself with a blanket and cover your eyes) and you are still and quiet for the duration. Simply listen and enjoy. *If you have a history of trauma or PTSD please seek guidance before p...2020-05-0628 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up Meditation – Heart Centred BreathingWe can work with our breath to drop deeply into stillness and inner connection wherever we are. Here we practice ‘heart-centered breathing’ Not only does this have multiple benefits for our body and mind, it also connects us with the life-affirming qualities of gratitude and compassion. A beautiful practice which can be accessed with ease as regularly as you wish. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb6252020-05-0612 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up Yoga Nidra – Letting goOften referred to as ‘The Yoga of Sleep’ Yoga Nidra is a deeply restorative practice that takes you to the bridge between the conscious and subconscious mind – a liminal state where we can simultaneously rest and regenerate. The practice is taken lying down (if accessible) in a cosy space (cover yourself with a blanket and cover your eyes) and you are still and quiet for the duration. Simply listen and enjoy. *If you have a history of trauma or PTSD please seek guidance before practicing. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com2020-05-0627 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up Meditation – Natural BreathThe breath is something we each have access to at every moment of our lives. Cultivating a conscious relationship with it can be deeply resourceful. Here Laura takes you through a meditation of following the natural breath – you can practice this anywhere, any time. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb6252020-05-0611 min
Calm Down, Wake UpCalm Down, Wake Up Welcome – an introductionAt Space With-In we’re all about enabling you to calm down, so you can wake up. Calming you down not so you can get quiet or do less, but so that you can see more, feel more, hold more. So that you can lead, love and live more consciously. Here Laura, founder at Space With-In introduces you to what this channel is in service of and what you can expect from it. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb6...2020-05-0602 min
Big Little ThingsControlIn this episode, Nat & Laura go LIVE and invite their listeners to join them in conversation; sharing their insights, experiences, and questions as they explore the topic of CONTROL! As most of us are currently in some sort of lockdown or have imposed restrictions in our daily lives, we ponder whether the ‘normal’ amount of variety, choice, and busyness we have in our day-to-day lives is at the root of our common feeling of needing to be ‘in control'. We ask ‘what lies underneath our need for control?’ and invite all of us to reflect on what 'control...2020-05-0500 min
Big Little ThingsSilenceSome of us avoid it at all costs, some of us can’t get enough of it. In somewhat of an oxymoron, in this week’s episode, Nat and Laura talk ‘Silence’. They talk about the power of sharing silence together online, why it’s important to have people in our lives that we can share silence with. What being a permission giver for silence might mean for you at work, how silence impacts the depth of our personal relationships, social gatherings and teams, and why being able to be with ourselves in silence allows us to really be a...2020-04-1500 min
40 for TeaTea creates conscious capitalism – Cultivating spirit with Laura Beckingham Laura Beckingham is a cultivator of spirit, on a mission to bring the experience of being human back into business by getting people to slow down, step back and see more. Asking big questions and answering in slow ways, embark on a tea ceremony with Rach and Laura and discover the beauty in slowing down, systemic exploration, the freedom in stillness and connection. Enjoy a cuppa with Laura and Rach. Join us again for another cuppa next Tuesday. If you enjoyed the podcast, do subscribe, share, like, rate and review and help us spread all th...2020-04-1452 min
Big Little ThingsFearFear. What even happens in you when you read the word...? A universally felt emotion that can impact us at every level, the experience of fear doesn't have to be frightening. Here we explore how fear shows up for us personally and collectively, what impact that can have, and how if we cultivate a relationship with it it can, perhaps paradoxically, be deeply resourcing.2020-03-1700 min
Big Little ThingsConnectionWith big topics connecting us and disconnecting us around the world at the moment, in this episode we explore the mammoth topic of ‘connection’. We talk about how the concept of connection touches every facet of our lives - individually and collectively - and why it’s important to connect with others from a place of self-connection first. Asking questions like ‘where can we stay with the discomfort of disconnection and not recoil?’ We also share tips on how to stay in the richness of human connection when connecting virtually across technology and timezones, what connecti...2020-03-0400 min
Big Little ThingsTimeWhat’s your relationship with time? Are you always in a battle to get more of it or do you work easily with the ebbs and flows of it? In this episode, we ask things like ‘how does ‘linear‘ time resource us and in what ways does it challenge or limit us?’ We explore how living our working days in 30 min or 1-hour chunks might be stifling our creativity, why constant mindfulness might not be conducive to productivity, how our different propensities towards time can impact our mental health, and, how show up in the wor...2020-02-1900 min
Big Little ThingsSuccessIn this episode, Laura & Nat explore the murky depths of ‘success’. Asking each other the big questions ‘what does it mean to be successful at work?’ ‘does ‘success’ have a place in our personal lives?’ ‘Does ‘success’ equal power? Whilst reflecting on being raised on a staple diet of 80’s ‘success’ movies, is how we have traditionally thought of ‘success’ now going out fashion?2020-02-0500 min
Big Little ThingsTeaNat and Laura share a cuppa across the miles, to talk about the beauty and magic of tea. They share thoughts on how tea is way more than an everyday beverage and explore how this simple yet immensely powerful plant medicine can connect us all more deeply to ourselves, each other and the world around us. To know more about the Tea Community and ChaDao ceremonies mentioned visit http://www.globalteahut.org 2020-01-2200 min
Big Little ThingsPresenceNat and Laura kick off the Big Little Things series with the topic of ‘presence’ Asking some big questions like ‘What even is presence?’ and ‘Is it possible to be simultaneously present with myself and others?’ They explore the challenges of being present in an increasingly complex world and consider how this might be the thing that actually makes things simpler for us all.2019-12-1900 min
Big Little ThingsLauraAs this new podcast launches, Laura introduces herself, her work, what 'big little things’ means for her – and why you should listen.2019-12-1900 min
Big Little ThingsNatalieAs this new podcast launches, Natalie introduces herself, her work, what 'big little things’ means for her – and why you should listen.2019-12-1900 min
Space in the CityA stream of consciousness from StreamLaura recently attended WPP Stream ‘The Un-Conference for Unconventional Thinkers’ In this episode she brings to life the lessons she learned from the experience so that we can all benefit. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb6252019-10-2500 min
Space in the CityThe power of perspectiveJackie is a commercial leader in business, a passionate advocate for young people and a deeply soulful woman. Here she invites us to step in and show up fully in all areas our lives, and also to step back often so we can keep and get perspective. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb625 Connect with Jackie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-uhi-012b269/2019-10-1100 min
Space in the CityHow inner work can lead you to your work in the worldAmy, our guest in this episode shares the essence of her own healing journey, and how that is interwoven with the work she does in the world through her organisation Gratitude Alliance. She and Laura talk of the importance of building a deep connection to our bodies and all of their intelligence, of taking care of ourselves when our job is to take care of others, and how the journey of self-discovery never ends. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk...2019-09-2700 min
Space in the CityThe gift of the storyLaura talks with Tom, who is a leader in a large Corporate Bank, keen gardener, and storyteller about freedom, rhythm, vulnerability, and perspective. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb625 Connect with Tom on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-martin-banking/2019-09-1300 min
Space in the CityTrusting and honouring energy as it shows upLaura gives us some insight into the creation and production of the podcast, as a way of inviting us to lean into energy around and within us. She also talks about how she responds to life as life happens and encourages us to loosen our grip on the need to ‘get things right’. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb6252019-08-1600 min
Space in the CityRoots and wingsLaura talks with Jo, a Leadership Coach and former Commercial Exec about belonging, the gift of meditation, what it’s like to stoke the fire through experiencing ‘retreat’ and more. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-beckingham-109bb625 Connect with Jo on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joboniszewski/2019-08-0200 min
Space in the CityExploring the edges to find the centre.A former Marketing Executive in big corporate business, Carmen is now an Integrative Therapist and founder of Soulhub – ‘The Home of Goodness’ In this conversation, she tells us how she has found herself where she is now in life and how she continues to make meaning. She speaks a lot about contrast – the city and nature, masculine and feminine energy, movement and stillness, social connection and quiet time. Through all of this, we enquire into how exploring the edges may actually enable us to find our ‘centre’ Visit the Space With-In w...2019-07-1900 min
Space in the CityThe power and importance of reflective practiceHere, Laura looks back on the first few episodes of the Space in the City series so far. She pulls out some themes from these conversations to enable us to make meaning from them, like the importance of creating rhythm in our lives, and the power of connecting with the simple things. This episode invites us to pause for breath and develop the muscle of reflection to support us in finding more meaning in the world. Visit the Space With-In website at www.spacewith-in.com Connect with Laura on Li...2019-07-0500 min
Space in the CityBeginning to find your ZenNatalie lives and works in one of the busiest and most densely populated cities in the world - Hong Kong, so she knows first-hand how challenging it can be to create more ease and more meaning for oneself in this kind of environment. But she is doing exactly that – and in our conversation, she tells us how she finds and maintains her Zen in the midst of a busy and fast-moving world. She talks about the broad suite of personal practices she uses to help her thrive and gives insight into the cherished ancient Eastern pra...2019-06-2000 min
Space in the CityWhere attention goes, energy flowsA senior leader in one of the world’s biggest businesses, Paul guides himself and the people in his life in an open-hearted, open-minded way. He is passionate about exploring who he is in the world and invites others to join him on that journey for themselves in their time, and their way. Here in this conversation, we discuss many things - the joy that can be found in sharing energy generously with others, the importance of offsetting the sometimes-binary nature of work/home with other passions… and yoga in the sky! Conn...2019-06-0600 min
Space in the CitySpace in the City Finding the joy in everything - and claiming the full truth of all that you are.Zee is a nomadic spirit and HRD at a large Global Tech Firm, who thrives on living and working all over the world. In this conversation, Zee shares tangible ideas of how to find meaning in the rhythm of everyday life. She also tells us about her love of nature and the land, and how this keeps her connected to her sense of self when she is on the move. Her story provokes us to fully claim the truth of our own identities and invites us to make daily decisions that connect us with ease an...2019-05-1600 min
Space in the CitySpace in the City Finding meaning and connection in the midst of a fast, full and modern lifeIs it possible to find meaning and connection in the midst of a fast, full and modern life? We think it is – and here we talk with people who are doing exactly that. In this episode, Laura Beckingham introduces the new Podcast from Space With-In – called Space in the City. Each episode is a conversation that gives insight in to how you can integrate depth and substance in to an otherwise normal way of living, proving that you don’t have to sack it all off and run for the hills to live in a more ex...2019-05-1600 min
Behind the Scenes of HappinessEpisode 12 - Being Useful Not HelpfulI have a deep, beautiful and nourishing conversation with coach Laura Beckingham from Space With-In about "capacity building" for our clients but also for ourselves. 2019-02-0638 min
The Brighton Business ShowThe Brighton Business Show February 2016, sponsored by Covers Timber and BuildersThe Brighton Business Show is a monthly show aired locally on RadioReverb 97.2fm, DAB or online worldwide via radioreverb.com. Get in touch if you have any news. Find out how you can get involved at: www.lauraofbrighton.co.uk/radioshow.html
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