Best Seymour Jacklin Podcasts (2024)

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Seymour Jacklin – What Stories from the Borders of Sleep can Tell Us 36:24

19d ago36:24

36:24

It takes a particularly creative and fertile kind of mind to write good fantasy fiction. Seymour Jacklin has an intriguing process for capturing the engaging stories he writes and presents in his podcast Stories from the Borders of Sleep. Seymour was born in Zimbabwe and enjoyed an African childhood, surrounded by a landscape that continues to haun…

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A Story of Victory over Insomnia – Manohar Grandhi 30:35

6h ago30:35

30:35

Do you find yourself tossing and turning every night? Are you burdened by anxiety when it comes to sleep? Do you feel like you're in a constant battle with your own mind, struggling to find that elusive state of rest? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, I'm speaking to Manohar Grandhi, a software engineer who, like many of you wrestled interm…

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Time for Kindness, Bringing People Together – Sarah Browning 44:44

6d ago44:44

44:44

Kindness and compassions are natural characteristics of our species. Though it’s mysterious and counter-intuitive in societies that live according to the gospel of personal identity and individual interest, there are countless daily examples of people doing nice things for each other with no reward in view, and spontaneously. Three years ago, Sarah…

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Is Finding Purpose a Modern Obsession? 28:12

23d ago28:12

28:12

Discovering your purpose isn't a one-time event but a journey of self-discovery intertwined with values and contributions to community, or even humanity. Unlike seeking happiness, purpose offers fulfillment and meaning. This episode explores the process of finding purpose, emphasising its evolution over time and its vital connection to personal gro…

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Terry Tucker – Finding Purpose Amidst Chaos: Navigating Life's Biggest Challenges 57:07

27d ago57:07

57:07

How do you stay upbeat and happy when Life throws the worst stuff at you? It helps if you know your purpose. I'm in conversation with Terry Tucker as he explains his quest for purpose amidst life's chaos, and finding clarity and direction during great uncertainty. Explore the importance of resilience, adaptability, and perseverance in navigating li…

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Nature, Wildlife and Business – Wellbeing at The Secret Campsite 43:35

1M ago43:35

43:35

The Secret Campsite is a small tent-only campsite near Lewes, in East Sussex, in the UK. Focused on nature, peace and outdoor space, the ethos of the site is to encourage contact with nature, especially the local wildlife. You don't often find Nature, wildlife, and business in the same sentence, let alone in a fully functioning business with a spec…

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How to Create Headroom to Avoid Stress Overwhelm 15:17

1M ago15:17

15:17

If unexpected events often leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed, this podcast episode is for you. Whether you typically manage your stress levels well, or not, a sudden change of plan can push you past your limit, and into overwhelm. Listen to this episode and learn how better to cope with unexpected occurrences that can leave you feeling anx…

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Daniel Hauge – A Life Changing System 46:50

1M ago46:50

46:50

Have you ever been desparate to change your life or something about yourself by you didn't know where to start? You knew exactly whare your goal was, but you just didn't know where to start or how to get there? If so, this episode is for you. Daniel Hauge is a young, Danish entrepreneur who worked that out. It wasn't easy, but he learned how to sti…

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The Cicada Laundrette 26:58

1M ago26:58

26:58

Night time is the time to visit the Cicada Laundrette and meet all kinds of critter characters. Enter the twilight world of washing machines and soap suds under the watchful eye of Mr. Aardvark.By Seymour Jacklin

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Rick Gough – Giving and Receiving Recognition at Work 48:43

2M ago48:43

48:43

How important is it to thank your colleagues at work? Listen how you can transform your workplace culture for the better, AND boost your own popularity. Regular contributor Rick Gough and I explore recognition at work from both sides, giving and receiving, and why acknowledging the efforts and accomplishments of colleagues is more than just a gestu…

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What I Learned about Having a Stroke – and don't blame Alexa! 19:07

2M ago19:07

19:07

I was attempting to get Alexa to play my favourite track, but my words came out all wrong. I guessed I might be having some sort of cerebral malfunction, and it turned out to be right. It's what is called a TIA, or mini stroke, and it is also a warning sign. Fortunately, the NHS team came to the rescue. Don't let them tell you "the NHS is broken". …

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The Logic of Depression: A Starting Point for Getting Free 50:30

2M ago50:30

50:30

There is, what I call the ‘logic of depression’. It completely skews your thinking when you are depressed. If you suffer from depression, you’ll know how utterly it can take you over and leave you feeling powerless to do anything about it. When we understand how this faulty logic hijacks the mind and narrows our ability to see beyond the restricted…

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How to Heal a Broken Heart – Coping to Bereavement and Loss 26:25

2M ago26:25

26:25

Discover actionable strategies to heal a broken heart in this insightful podcast episode. Grieving the loss of a loved one is a universal human experience, but it doesn't have to consume you. Join me as I navigate the journey of healing, offering practical tips and comforting guidance. While the pain can feel overwhelming, remember that growth ofte…

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Decorations 30:50

4M ago30:50

30:50

A heartwarming magical story for the Holidays in the tradition of well-loved Yuletide tales.

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The Copse 34:29

5M ago34:29

34:29

For all the gatherers of feathers and stones and the friends of nature, a tale of healing and connection with the soul of the woodland.By Seymour Jacklin

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Don’t You Just Hate Feedback? A Conversation with Rick Gough 39:48

10M ago39:48

39:48

Love it or hate it, feedback is never really popular. Most of us don't like giving feedback, and when it comes to receiving it, feedback is even less popular. Many people openly mistrust it! Feedback is intended to help us be better at what we do, so where do these negative feelings come from? I'm in conversation with wise-manager and regular guest…

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Can You Trust Conventional Wisdom? The Clue is in ’Conventional’ 18:38

1y ago18:38

18:38

Conventional wisdom is generally accepted, but it may or may not be the best advice to follow if you want to lead a fulfilling and unconventional life. Because conventional wisdom usually goes unquestioned, it can create problems when incorrect ideas gain wide acceptance. This can make exploring new ideas much more difficult. In cases such as this,…

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The Cadillac in the Pond 39:27

1y ago39:27

39:27

What if ... someone woke up one morning to find a Cadillac in their duck pond? You need wonder no more ...By Seymour Jacklin

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Unlocking Potential – Counselling and the Creative Journey, with Eric Marshall 53:58

1y ago53:58

53:58

Eric was drawn into counselling after a slow process of realisation that, unless he did, he would lose someone who was extremely precious to him. When we mentioned accountancy in this enlightening discussion, it was to draw parallels between learning, self-discovery, ambition, and success. What we discovered though, is the remarkable power of conve…

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Follow the Dream – The Power of Owning Your Values, with Mohammed Kasujee. 34:16

1y ago34:16

34:16

Leaving a a well paid job to follow your dream is always a risk, but that's what Mohammed Kasujee did. He shares his inspiring story and offers guidance to others who may be holding themselves back. Do you feel that life has more to offer you than your current situation allows? Or, maybe you are almost ready to take a leap of faith and do your own …

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Personal Development and your Vision of Career Success – with Adele Leah 33:15

1+ y ago33:15

33:15

Surveys continue to show that employers are looking for qualities in their employees that will add value to the organisation. Interviews are rarely pitched to draw out technical skills or knowledge, which are taken as read and supported by experience and qualifications. Sure, they want proof that your skills are up to date, but, many questions are …

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Sleep – The Solution is in Your Hands; Follow These Three Steps 51:22

1+ y ago51:22

51:22

The World Health Organisation says that there is an 'epidemic of Sleeplessness', but this is unhelpful, says Dr Neil Stanley. In our conversations this straight talking expert points out the if you are someone whose sleep could be improved, then "the solution is in your hands". In his refreshingly direct style, Dr Stanley demystifies sleeplessness …

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Do You Want to Find Your Purpose? Here are Two Key Questions. 19:39

1+ y ago19:39

19:39

I regularly get questions like "How do I find my purpose?". I'm basing this episode on some of the replies I've sent out. Finding your purpose means discerning a point at which your strengths, talents, interests (or beliefs) come together, to indicate a direction and/or course of action in your life. And that just the start. Personally, I'm not sur…

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I Just Can’t Deal with Being Relentlessly Upbeat – Creating My Online Persona 19:10

1+ y ago19:10

19:10

For years I struggled to create my online persona. Influenced by what I was seeing and hearing online – there are many slick, smiley, positive and upbeat presenters out there – I struggled to make the transition from live presenting to a live audience, to presenting myself in the virtual world. I thought I'd have to be like the great presenters I w…

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The Seven Components of Mental Wellbeing 20:08

1+ y ago20:08

20:08

Mental wellbeing doesn't come about by accident, and the world we have created can easily threaten the balance we rely on to stay mentally resilient and healthy. What we think of as mental wellbeing is different for each of us. But people with positive mental health generally do a number of things that give them a sense of wellbeing and protect the…

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Saying ”No” at Work – A conversation with Rick Gough 30:58

1+ y ago30:58

30:58

As today's guest, Rick Gough, says, at work it's great to be able to say "Yes". You'll be seen in a positive light for your willingness and 'can-do attitude, and possibly even improve your career prospects. And it's nice to please others. But, as Rick says, it comes at a cost. There's a time to say "No"; it can be empowering, and "good for everybod…

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Have you ever said “They are not listening”? Stop blaming and change your message. 16:45

1+ y ago16:45

16:45

Have you ever blames a communication breakdown with the explanation the someone "wasn't listening"? Most of us have, at some time. Like it or not, at work and elsewhere you'll be judged on your communicaton skills. Thery influence not only how others perceive you, but also how much they like, respect, and trust you. In order to communicate effectiv…

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How to Avoid Burnout – and what to do if you can‘t 25:44

1+ y ago25:44

25:44

We are all used to the idea of stress; it is now a recognised fact of life in many jobs. But burnout is different, and more serious. Burnout is a reaction to prolonged and unremitting stress. It results in physical, emotional and mental exhaustion. Typically, this is accompanied by feelings of cynicism, a loss of interest in the job, self-doubt and…

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An Alternative Approach for Dealing with Stress 25:35

1+ y ago25:35

25:35

We live in a wealthy technological age where we have all we need at our disposal. One of the costs of this is a steadily rising tide of demands and pressures which produce stress in us. There’s a lot to do and have, and it’s tempting to try and have it all! For many people, this means that they are so busy so much of the time that they no longer ha…

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ARISE – Start Your Day with this Daily Mindfulness Practice 6:08

1+ y ago6:08

6:08

ARISE – Start your day on a positive note then supercharge your day with this soothing, guided mindfulness exercise. Over the years, I have built up a sizeable archive of resources. These are exercises, video and audio tracks that I've produced for a specific purpose, then filed and forgotten about. This ARISE track is one of these. I produced it (…

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The Boat Going Home 38:17

2y ago38:17

38:17

Here's another sleeptime story that came from a dream. In it you will meet a special friend that I was privileged to have for a while, as well as accompanying me on a strange and wonderful journey along with another friend, somewhat mysterious.By Seymour Jacklin

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Flea 29:18

2y ago29:18

29:18

An artist executes an act of subversion one hot afternoon while nobody is paying very much attention.By Seymour Jacklin

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The Guestbook 51:50

2y ago51:50

51:50

A friendship is nurtured through a series of entries in 'The Guestbook'. Then, one day, the friends meet each other and things take a magical turn.By Seymour Jacklin

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Working from Home – a Conversation with Rick Gough 31:50

2y ago31:50

31:50

What are the pros and cons of working from home? As we have moved on from the enforced home working due to the Pandemic, more of us now have the freedom to choose to work in or away from the office. In the old days many organisations resisted the idea of home working. That obstacle has now largely disappeared, and so has (mostly) the stigma that if…

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How to Become Self-Employed 13:06

2y ago13:06

13:06

Freelancer, solopreneur, or simply working from home? Working for yourself is great if you are cut out for it, and even if you're not you can still make a go of it if your start with your eyes open and the right mindset. Be ready for the hurdles and give yourself the advantage. Starting a business can bring unexpected emotional stresses, but the pi…

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The Career Guidance Nobody Gave You 17:59

2+ y ago17:59

17:59

In this episode, I'm sharing some ideas on what can loosely be called, Alternative Career Guidance. There's plenty of conventional career advice out there, most of it sensible and sound, but it all points one way. Pretty well every week I get questions relating to choosing the 'right' path to a career, or tension about how to prepare. Underlying ma…

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3 Ways to Stop an Argument, Because Nobody Wins 28:25

2+ y ago28:25

28:25

Anyone can argue. There's no talent in fighting and there's no glory in 'winning' an argument, though you wouldn't know it from the evidence we see around us. Given that arguments cause so much strife in relationships, if we could find a way of reducing them by even a small percentage, the savings to our societies would be unimaginable. But that's …

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How to Heal a Broken Heart 26:25

2+ y ago26:25

26:25

Losing someone or something you love is one of the defining human experiences. Loss is universal and inevitable; we’ll all experience it in some way at some time. That doesn’t help much if you are grieving, but it does mean that we understand what helps. Though you may not agree right now, especially if your heart is still aching, it is also a grow…

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The Spudfellow 48:16

2+ y ago48:16

48:16

The humble potato has the power to bring so much joy.By Seymour Jacklin

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Duncan Raban – A Day With Lionel Ritchie 15:56

2+ y ago15:56

15:56

I met a man recently who I'd been dying to talk to for quite a long time. I've been following his Just Say Hello project on Facebook, and I've had this idea floating around in my head for months. It's called, Ordinary People Who Do Extraordinary Things, and I thought this chap, Duncan, is definitely in that category. Now that I've spoken to him, I …

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The Artisan, The Abbot and the Architect 31:22

2+ y ago31:22

31:22

Three men meet one evening and not entirely by chance ... the story unfolds. Above them is the monastery and below them is the forest, each with their peculiar forces.By Seymour Jacklin

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