Liz Scott

What relevance has the Inside-Out understanding got in the world today? How do you share it? Why is this simple message so hard to express? Jamie Smart (Sunday Times Best Selling Author) joins us on today's podcast. He explains the power of insight in today's unstable world. We also discuss how wisdom (rather than intellect) is necessary to make sustainable global change. We also explore how the I...

What is the secret to connecting with young people? Have you ever felt frustrated because you find your teenager shuts down and is uncommunicative? Marie Arymar works with children, young people and adults, sharing simple ideas on connection, resilience and wellbeing. In this conversation she explains the four common barriers to listening - this includes: Criticism and judgments Chatter in the Hea...

If you'd like a refreshing take on mental health then you'll be inspired by Drs Rani and Suraj. They are both psychiatrists and they are inspired by an understanding of mental wellbeing that sees beyond labels and medication. In this refreshing conversation we explore questions around: Are people broken? Is wellbeing present even in those with mental health challenges? Can anyone talk to someone w...

What is the magic that horses seem to tap into when it comes to supporting people with mental health challenges? In this fascinating conversation with Belinda Seaward from Horsemanship for Health, we discuss the ability of horses to help people to connect to intuition and deep wisdom. The NHS refers patients to Belinda, and along with two Arabian horses and Dartmoor ponies she supports people with...

What hope is there for people incarcerated in the Criminal Justice System? Is there any chance of rehabilitation for career criminals? In this inspiring podcast we hear from two former prisoners who learned about the Three Principles whilst in prison. They explain how their lives have since transformed and how they now support other prisoners and families to reconnect with their wellbeing and resi...

What would it be like to freely express yourself and allow your natural creativity to flow? Dorothy Kolomeisky is an author and coach; she loves working with writers and creators to bring 'what's in their heads out in to the world." If you've wanted to find a way of expressing your voice in the world (through writing, art, music or any other form) then this conversation is for you. We discuss: - H...

"There is wisdom in addiction." These words from Charli Wall might seem surprising at first. Charli has had first hand experience of a traumatic life and how addiction to drugs, alcohol and food became a coping mechanism for her. A huge shift occurred for Charli when she saw that she wasn't broken and didn't need fixing. This insight was the beginning of a shift in the way she saw life and approac...

If you want to share the Inside Out understanding in businesses, then you need to know what they're interested in. Businesses are NOT usually motivated by wellbeing or learning about psychology. They aren't interested to learn about the Inside-Out understanding. So what do you do? The answer is you need to start your conversation that inspires their curiosity. Elizabeth Lovius has spent years as a...

You've heard of a 'horse-whisperer' - but what about a people-whisperer? That's how I see Jacquie Moses. She has an extraordinary way of connecting with people, particularly those who feel marginalised. Jacquie works with many who are on the outskirts of society, like people who are in prison and youngsters on the verge of exclusion. In this conversation we hear stories of connection and transform...

We're diving deep into Wellbeing in today's podcast. Many people chase wellbeing, they're keen to feel a sense of happiness and flow. But what if wellbeing was more than just feel good? What if wellbeing was actually at the core and essence of who we truly are? In this beautiful interview Ian Watson speaks of the many facets of wellbeing. He shares how it is an intrinsic part of the human make-up...

  We're exploring the theme of freedom in this week's In the Convo, with artist Terri Broughton. Terri only started to describe herself as an artist 3-years ago. She was haunted by the feeling of being a fraud. She never felt she had the right to be called an artist, even though she (as a teacher) was instrumental in some inspiring art projects in schools that were adopted by the curriculum. It's...

Schools have been up against it as they manage COVID. Over the past year staff, parents and pupils have been experiencing a bumpy, ever-changing year of disruption. Deputy Head, Russell Pearson knows that wellbeing is right at the heart of his school moving forward. He sees that the Inside-Out understanding will help create a foundation of authentic wellbeing in the school. He sees that connection...

Dr Bryan MceElroy is worth listening to - he's a GP with a different view on mental health and mental illness. HIs curiosity and studies have given him insight into various states of distress such as depression, anxiety and paranoia and how people can find some peace of mind. He isn't wedded to the 'medical model'. Instead he explores a wider range of interventions and is inspired by the results....

What is left without our thinking? What happens when we see beyond the labels and identities we have created through our life? Natasha Swerdloff, works as a consultant in businesses, she is also a writer, speaker and trainer. This is the question she explores with her clients. Rather than looking at what's wrong or broken, she looks to the essence within. It is from this space of connection that h...

Sam Jarman and Liz continue their conversation around the three questions: Who am I? What is this reality? What is the purpose of life? It's a good idea to check out the first part of our conversation before listening to this one.  

It seems to me that many people feel lost, insecure and adrift in the world. It seems that many are trying to chase happiness and find fulfilment in the world. It is exhausting. Rather than turning our attention outwards, what if we looked within and what if we explored some of the most profound questions of the ages? My guest is someone who regularly reflects on this question with his clients. Sa...

What is it like to live without fear? Imagine that. Imagine walking through the world without listening to and answering the whispering fears, shoulds and shouldn't that populate your head. What freedom! Recently Sarah Tyers experienced several months of living without fear and she discovered that life was a playground. For someone with cancer and who at one point feared she might just 12 months t...

How well do you know your friends? When I spoke with my dear friend Ivana Culham I was shocked that I hadn't known about her struggles as a mum. Ivana is always so friendly, kind and supportive. I had no idea that she had a near-break-down and burned out as a mum. Her ideals of a happy family hit rock bottom when she found herself struggling and feeling disconnected with her young daughter. Then w...

I've just been on a lovely walk that links dementia-awareness, the outdoors, wellbeing and the city of my birth. Today's podcast is a celebration of this. My dad has dementia and over the years he has gradually deteriorated. He no longer remembers who I am and he often gets confused finding his way around his own home. When I take my dad out, he loves to say hello to people, but often gets confuse...

What if you were to see physical discomfort and unwanted symptoms as your friend rather than your enemy? What if these symptoms were actually trying to communicate important information? Physical symptoms can often be wearing and draining. Many of us quickly resort to medication or seeking experts in a bid to rid ourselves of the discomfort. In this conversation with Rachel Singleton, we explore a...

When Sandy Krot suggested that listening might solve the world's problems I sat up and took notice. Really? Solve the world's problems? Sandy is no pushover. She works with high-flying businesses, supported companies in overcoming intractable problems and has co-authored a best-selling book (Invisible Power). When Sandy suggested that something as simple as listening might solve the world's proble...

Dicken Bettinger is a rare person. Whenever I hear him speak I experience a wonderful sense of ease and inner stillness. I often joke that Dicken could read the phone directory and people would listen to him and get something from just being in his presence. So when I got to speak to him on the podcast about the power of listening I jumped at the chance. He was as every bit as gracious, gentle and...

How do you listen beyond the chatter in your head? Do you need to learn a load of tools and techniques to become a better listener? According to best-selling author Jamie Smart, we don't need to learn something new, instead we need to remember our innate ability to listen and to connect. When you realise that listening is a natural state then listening becomes a catalyst for connection. As Jamie s...

How do you bring Wellbeing to a community? What does it take to create a foundation of people who are able to listen deeply to friends, colleagues and family? Ivybridge in Devon is part of an experiment that's being run by Liz and Stu from the Inner Compass Guide CIC . They are shining a light on the existing wellbeing and then building up the capacity of listening within the town and surrounding...

Many of us feel the need to fix people who come to us with a problem or issue. It comes from a good place, but people don't need fixing and it's the wrong way to approach things. This week Liz is with Gillian Christison a coach who has a background as a nurse and healthworker.  In recent years she's shifted from trying to fix to supporting others through listening.  Gillian Christison Facebook