Reaching Minds - ‘Thoughts for your Life Journey’

In this episode of Reaching Minds, I'm joined by bestselling author, mindfulness teacher, and real estate broker Aaron Hendon for a fascinating conversation about developing a mindful mindset that empowers both personal fulfilment and professional performance. Many of us spend our lives chasing the next goal, the next achievement, or the next milestone, believing that happiness, peace, and gratitu...

AI is transforming the workplace at extraordinary speed. But as organisations race to improve efficiency, automate systems, and increase productivity, an important question remains: What happens to the human being in the process? In this episode of Reaching Minds, I'm joined by board-certified neuro-radiologist Dr. Kavin Mistry to explore the human edge in the age of AI, and why the future of lead...

Redundancy, restructuring, uncertainty, and the changing world of work are realities many people are now facing, yet the emotional and psychological impact is often overlooked. In this episode of Reaching Minds, Anita is joined by coaching psychologist, executive leadership coach, and founder of 'Abounding Solutions' - Carol Stewart. Together, they explore how modern organisations are navi...

In this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , we explore a powerful and often overlooked question: What if the key to better strategy is not just thinking, but understanding how we experience the world? I am joined by Joseph Pritchard, founder and partner at Zetetic, who works with CEOs to build long-term business value by integrating subjective insight with objective analysi...

In this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , we explore an issue that sits at the heart of workplace culture but is often overlooked — fairness at work . My guest is Hanna Hasl-Kelchner , an entrepreneur, business lawyer and leadership advisor whose work bridges business law, social psychology and organisational leadership. Her book Seeking Fairness at Work explores the deep...

In this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , we explore something that shapes every decision we make - our brain. I’m joined by Christopher Samsa , positive psychologist specialising in applied neuroscience and Professor of Executive Education at Hult International Business School. Together, we unpack how understanding the brain can help us lead with greater clarity, empathy...

In this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , we explore supervision as an essential yet often overlooked pillar of ethical, sustainable practice . When we work as coaches, facilitators or consultants, we are frequently the container for our clients’ complexity, emotions and organisational dynamics. But the question rarely asked is: who holds the space for the space-holders?...

In this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , I’m joined by Claudia Crawley , executive coach, mentor and award-winning author of Undeterred . Together, we explore how our relationship with risk, failure and fear can either limit our growth or become a catalyst for meaningful development. Claudia shares insights from her coaching work with women navigating leadership, visibil...

In this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , I’m joined by my colleague and friend Jackee Holder to explore the transformative power of journaling as a reflective practice and life companion. Journaling is often seen as a simple habit, yet in this conversation we uncover how expressive and reflective writing can become a profound tool for healing, self-understanding and pers...

In this special 52nd episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey , I take a moment to pause, reflect and look back on the conversations that have shaped the podcast over the last year and a half. Joining me is Heather Kelly, who has been a valued part of the journey, co-hosting episodes and supporting the growth of the podcast behind the scenes. Together, we explore the origins of Re...

Welcome to Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey. In today’s episode, we explore the discipline and philosophy of Action Learning Questions - what they are, why they matter, and how this approach helps individuals and organisations navigate challenges that don’t have straightforward answers. Action learning was originally shaped by Reg Revans and grew out of scientific inquiry, experiment...

Welcome to this episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey . Today, we will be exploring what happens when leaders overuse their strengths, and how personality and persona shape that dynamic—and what the impact of this can have on self and on others. We also look into of leaders recognising when they overuse their strengths, potentially leading to negative consequences  About Joseph...

Welcome to Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life’s Journey . In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that affects so many of us yet is still often misunderstood trauma. How in our social media-driven world, the term ‘trauma’ is often overused and misapplied, potentially diluting its real significance Now, Traumatising experiences don’t always look the way we expect. They are not always...

Welcome to Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey !   Feeling caught between your job and your life? You're not alone — and you're in the right place. Today, we’re unpacking the myth and the reality of work-life balance. It’s not one-size-fits-all. It looks different for everyone — depending on your values, priorities, and where you are in life. The world of work has changed. The p...

Welcome to the episode of Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey. Today, we’re exploring a powerful and deeply personal theme — ‘Moment for M.’ As we will explore with our guest today.   It’s about what happens when we pause, listen inward, and make space for real change. We’ll be reflecting on the courage it takes to make intentional decisions, the strength it takes to walk away from what...

Welcome to this episode of  Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey . Today, we're shining a light on the inspiring work of  ReFAB Studio —a creative initiative that’s redefining sustainability in design. ReFAB specialises in upcycling designer fabric remnants from the interior design sector, transforming them into bespoke, eco-conscious lifestyle pieces and home décor. ReFAB’s mission...

Welcome to  our episode of ‘Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life’s Journey’ podcast, the show where we will dive deep into the stories, ideas, and people reshaping how we live and work. Today, we're talking about something that touches so many of us — parenthood. But this isn’t just about parenting tips or bedtime routines. My guests today are the brilliant co-authors of The Parenthood Advan...

Welcome to Reaching Minds - Thoughts for your life journey. In this podcast we will be exploring whether working globally does broaden our mind and that in experiencing new cultures makes us more adaptable. Is this just a cliché, or do we get  tangible, 'mind-broadening' effect from working across borders and time zones?" To help us answer that question, we're joined by Richard Co...

Welcome to  our episode of ‘Reaching Minds: Thoughts for Your Life’s Journey’ podcast. Today we will be exploring the fascinating, complex, and sometimes bewildering world of artificial intelligence. More and more of us are using AI in our work as well as reshaping our lives—from the algorithms that recommend what we watch next, to the medical breakthroughs that are saving lives, to the self-drivi...

Welcome to Reaching Minds – Thoughts for Your Life Journey. In today’s episode, we’re exploring a topic that touches every single one of us, yet so often remains unspoken — grief. Whether it’s the passing of a loved one, the loss of a dear pet, or the endings we face in different chapters of life, grief is a universal experience that shapes who we are. Grief can arrive suddenly, leaving us breathl...

Welcome to Reach Minds – Thoughts for Your Life Journey, the podcast where we explore navigating a life change or simply seeking inspiration to live authentically and honouring your truth. In this episode, I’m joined by Zak Lioutas for a powerful conversation titled “Removing the Veil: Finding Your Voice and Stepping into Your Truth.” Zak’s work centres on helping women navigate life transitions,...

Welcome to Reach Minds, the podcast that offers thoughts for your life journey.1 Today, we're talking about a topic many of us can relate to but few of us openly discuss: the profound loss and grief we feel when we lose a beloved pet. A pet is more than just an animal; they’re family. They become woven into the daily rhythms of our lives in ways that people outside of that unique bond may not...

Welcome to Reach Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey . Today, we will be exploring the concept of polarities – the dynamic tensions that show up across all areas of life, whether at work,  at home, or in leadership.  Rather than problems to be solved, polarities are ongoing tensions to be managed. Learning to recognise and balance these dualities is crucial for navigating the complexities of mod...

Welcome to Reach Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey . Today, we’re diving into a powerful and often overlooked question: What happens when life and work collide? Whether it’s mental health struggles, caregiving responsibilities, burnout, or personal crises, these moments reveal how organizations truly shows up—or fall short—for their people. We’ll explore the role of leadership, flexibility, an...

Welcome to Reach Minds: Thoughts for Your Life Journey. Today, we will be exploring something that everyone seeks, and perhaps not everyone truly understands what Joy is .  The American Psychological Association defines joy as a feeling that arises from a sense of well-being or satisfaction and an internal driven state. Experiencing joy is different from feeling happy. Happiness comes and goes dep...