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Greater Manchester Live Well PodcastFrom fixers to partners: When public services share power with communitiesWhat happens when systems start to share power? They shift from fixers to working in genuine partnership with communities, with better results. What happens when we rethink culture and control and build power within communities? When we create spaces for change and grow system leaders’ capacity to act on community voice, insights and ideas? Hear how councils, funders and services are helping communities lead lasting change across Greater Manchester. Rethinking funding, building trust and changing - not just strategies but culture and mindsets. You'll hear what system leaders, commissioners and people wor...
2026-01-0830 min
The Soberistas Podcast ~ Empowered By SobrietySoberistas Champion, Running Girl - On the 1990s drinking culture, sobriety & Soberistas ♥️Empowered By Sobriety – The Soberistas PodcastIn this episode, Lucy Rocca sits down with the inspiring Liz Folan, known as Running Girl on Soberistas. Recently named the Soberistas Champion in January 2025, Liz embodies everything Soberistas stands for—embracing sobriety with positivity, living alcohol-free to the fullest, and stepping into her true potential as a strong, empowered woman. Tune in as she shares her journey, the joys of sober living, and the mindset shifts that have helped her thrive.Empowered By Sobriety ... how has sobriety empowered you?
2025-02-1037 min
The Crucible:Conversations for the CuriousS1-E10 | What if the voice questioning a relationship with alcohol is a soul seeking freedom?HighlightOne Sunday, Liz made a decision to push away a wine glass, igniting an extraordinary journey of self-discovery, challenging societal norms and redefining her identity beyond alcohol's grip.SummaryLiz shares her journey of awakening and sobriety, which began with a simple decision to stop drinking. She reflects on her drinking habits, the role alcohol played in her life, and the challenges she faced in confronting her relationship with alcohol. Liz emphasises the importance of belief and beginning the process of transformation and the support she found in online communities like Soberistas...
2024-07-151h 27
Building Bliss Podcast"Question Your Habits & Beliefs And Take Control Of Your Own Narrative" - Liz FolanLiz Folen, a positive psychologist and alcohol-free advocate, shares her journey and work in positive psychology. She discusses her experience as a teacher and how she incorporated positive psychology strategies into the classroom. Liz also talks about her decision to give up alcohol and the impact it had on her life. She emphasizes the importance of identifying and utilizing one's strengths and the power of affirmations. Liz highlights the need for authentic positivity and the dangers of toxic positivity. She also discusses the three pillars of well-being: physical health, relationships, and psychology. In this part of the conversation, She...
2024-07-051h 36
Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife: Asking for a FriendEp.40 The Menopause Diet PlanOrganic chemistry lab partners, Hillary and Liz, had an immediate connection when they met at UMass Amherst, and what ensued is a forty year friendship that has withstood marriages, the birth of children, and busy careers. So what do two dieticians do to spice up things up in midlife? The funny and engaging duo writes a book and start broadcasting their health and wellness conversations from Hillary's kitchen on social media. Co-authors, and long-time friends, Hillary Wright and Liz Ward, lay out a common sense eating plan that is not only effective but realistic. The Menopause Diet Plan...
2023-02-1350 min