Stories of Survival in the Modern Age

With over 1.2 million YouTube subscribers and 50 million plus views of his inspirational videos, in this episode Simerjeet chats openly about self-sabotage and his unconventional path to becoming a Motivational Speaker, something which he says has been the most rewarding journey of his life. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and bein...

Agreeing to come back and chat in season 2, Anne Skinner – the author of The New You – chats about self-acceptance, changing the outcome and gratitude. Three of the tools covered in her book for increasing confidence, resilience and purpose. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a complicated world.

Welcome to the second season of the Stories of Survival in the Modern Age podcast. As season that very nearly wasn't. Join Sarah as she questions where her podcast mojo went, how she found it, and having the grace to come back. Sarah shares the story of the two wolves, and invites you to think about how you feed the wolf within. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversati...

In this look back at 2020 – a crazy, heartbreaking, joyous, frustrating, monumental roller coaster of a year – Sarah shares the things that she's appreciated the most, and invites you to pause and think about your achievements, all the while being kind to yourself and taking the pressure off. What details will you focus on when you come to write your story of 2020? Stories of Survival in the...

In this final episode of season one, Jennifer and I chat about her work with international students, the personal challenges in her own life journey and her decision to train as a psychotherapist. We unpack being self-aware and our learnt need to be 'perfect.' Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a complicat...

In this week's episode, I'm joined by Julie Harris & Linda Vanoff, who together started the YouTube channel, 50 Going On 30.  They believe that age is "a mindset, not a number" and they are passionate about helping women achieve a sense of youth no matter their age. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being...

Ingrid Fear – a behavioural change coach, leadership & resilience facilitator – believes that fear is one of our biggest "showstoppers" in helping us to move forward, and learning how to overcome fear is not only powerful, it's an enabler for continued progress and growth. In this episode we talk about how to manage fear and be resilient during these current times, why fear is o...

In this episode Brett and I chatted about the time he almost entered the Catholic priesthood, his love of television, and how after occasions of reinvention, he's been able to retain his authenticity. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a complicated world.

In July 1995, Tina was forced to retire from the police service following an injury sustained in the line of duty. In this week's episode we chat about her passion for law and compliance, how she became an Amazon #1 best selling author, and why overnight success takes years. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a...

In this episode Maria chats about motherhood; from waving her own mom off from El Salvador to being reunited two years later in the United States, and the lessons she's learning now as she juggles working from home and playing the role of 'Academic Teacher' during a pandemic-related lockdown. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinv...

Now a life coach, Anne Skinner was once a stressed, unworthy mother, manager and wife. In this episode, she shares her story of not one, but two cancer diagnoses in five years; in her own words, she was "allowing stress to comprise her immune system" to the point where she had little defence. Anne learned how to fully accept and to love herself as she is…. And today uses those same techn...

In 'Failure Not Being A Weakness' I chat with my first male guest, Steve Booth, about his own personal RADAR , and why after a 43 year career in the Aerospace and Defence sector, he has broken cover with a story that many people are not aware of. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a complicated world.

At 74, Rose Todd has changed continents five times, witnessing first hand a terrorist war, gone through a heartbreaking divorce, and created a business she loves, sharing her knowledge and passion with others.  In this episode Rose shares some of her journey, and the one constant that has gotten her through it all.  Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilien...

Connie Alexander recently, and rather boldly, stated she's ready to start dating again.  In this episode she talks about finding confidence in herself, expresses gratitude for the times of struggle, and shares some of her dating stories so far. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a complicated world.

Ever wondered if you can sing? Maybe you've been told otherwise. In this episode, professional singer and vocal coach Rachel More talks about her passion to help people uncover their voice and get the best out of it. Quite simply, Rachel says "singing is good for you." Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human...

In this episode Julie and I talk about her career as a teacher, her love of lace and the French Renaissance, side-hustling and transitioning to becoming her own boss. Julie believes that if you have a passion, you can turn it into a business... and with 'smarts' you'll can figure it out! Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinventio...

The World Health Organization calls stress 'the health epidemic of the 21st Century.' In 'Stress? What stress!' Victoria shares the disruptive effect low-level stressors have on our wellbeing; why just like Goldilocks we all need just the right amount, and why sorting buttons doesn't just mean a neat random button tin. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest...

In this episode I talk to Marisa Santoro – a former Wall Street IT executive now a career leadership trainer and professional career coach – about Imposter Syndrome, a limiting belief that causes you to think your success has been some kinds of happy accident and that you'll soon be found out. Marisa shares tangible ways you can be your authentic self while silencing the inner critic. Stories...

Have you ever had all your eggs in one basket – only to find when the basket is taken away, you've lost everything?  Steph has. Working for herself, twice now she's lost 90% of her work.  In this episode we talk about what that meant for her, the people that freelanced for her, and how – with a sense of optimism – she saw the opportunity to move up the value chain, looking forward with e...

Recorded in the middle of a global pandemic, in this episode Lorna shares how several major life altering events in her own life, have impacted her world. We chat about those days when it's all she can do to wake up in the morning, how she stays as upbeat as she does by helping others, and the mental and emotional toll loneliness and isolation can and has played. Her journey is one of incredi...

Join Sarah Booth-Henry on this journey of having the strength and discomfort to jump into something new... and SURVIVING. The first Stories of Survival podcast is here, and in this intro episode Sarah unpacks her feelings of trepidation and excitement as she leans into a cringeworthy moment. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and bein...

In this trailer, join Sarah Booth-Henry as she embarks on a new adventure, having raw and honest dialogue with real and authentic people. Stories of Survival in the Modern Age features honest conversations about resilience, reinvention, and being human in a complicated world.