Podcast
20 minutes to change your life
Hosted by Kate Haskell · EN
Straight forward, no nonsense thoughts and guidance from a qualified counsellor. You might not change your life in 20 minutes but you can certainly make a good start.
6episodes
Episodes
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ADHD : Let's rewrite the story!
Mar 3000:16:16Tap to summarizeADHD isn’t a flaw — it’s a different way your brain works. In this episode, we unpack the real challenges (from procrastination to relationship strain) and the hidden strengths like creativity, passion, and thriving under pressure. It’s time to stop asking “what’s wrong with me?” and start asking “what do I need?”#ADHD #Neurodiversity #ADHDAwareness #MentalHealth #ExecutiveFunction #SelfCompassion #Relationships #Neurodivergent #PersonalGrowth #Podcast
Transcribe →What's your attachment style?
Feb 200:16:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Kate Haskell delves into attachment theory, exploring how our early relationships shape our attachment styles and influence our adult relationships. She discusses the different attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and how they manifest in our interactions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these patterns to foster self-awareness and healing. Kate encourages listeners to reflect on their own attachment styles and offers hope for change through new relational experiences.
Transcribe →Anxiety: don't worry about it!
Nov 400:17:20Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Kate Haskell discusses the complexities of anxiety and guides us towards acceptance. Kate talks with BBC presenter and fellow podcaster Kylie Pentelow who shares her personal experiences with anxiety and highlights various coping mechanisms.
Transcribe →Good Grief! How to manage the many faces of grief & loss
Oct 700:17:06Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Kate Haskell is joined by fellow counsellor, Jane Blackburn, and discusses the journey of grief and healing, emphasising the importance of creating rituals, self-care, and seeking professional help. Grief can feel overwhelming but can become more manageable over time, allowing individuals to find a new way of being without letting their loss define them.Keywordsgrief, healing, self-care, professional help, memory box, coping strategies, loss, emotional support, mental health, rituals
Transcribe →The Perils of Perfectionism: Understanding Overthinking
Jul 1600:16:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Kate Haskell explores the issue of overthinking, its roots in perfectionism and fear, and its impact on self-esteem. She discusses how overthinking can serve as a coping mechanism but ultimately leads to anxiety and self-doubt. . Kate encourages listeners to embrace imperfection and find peace in acceptance as a pathway to mental well-being.
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20 minutes to change your life. Episode 1 :How to get support.
Jun 2600:17:32Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Kate Haskell discusses how you can find the right the counsellor for you. If you are seeking counselling, Kate emphasises the importance of finding the right therapist and reframing vulnerability as a strength. She addresses the stigma surrounding mental health support, the preparation needed for the first session, and the empowering choice clients have in selecting their counsellors. The conversation highlights the value of counselling in promoting emotional well-being and personal growth.TakeawaysThere's a lot of support available for mental health.Choosing the right therapist is crucial for effective counselling.Vulnerability should be viewed as a strength, not a weakness.Many people feel nervous before their first counselling session.Stigma around counselling still exists, especially in the UK.Self-awareness is key to personal growth and healing.Counselling can help reframe negative thoughts and feelings.It's important to find a qualified and professional counsellor.Therapy is about you and your experiences, not about the therapist.Making the first call to a counsellor can be empowering.
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