Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Rewilding the self

After a major life crisis - illness, loss, trauma, or even a quiet but profound shift - there’s often an expectation that we “get back to normal.” But what if normal no longer exists? Helen asks Catherine Asta, author of Still Living: Rewilding the Self After the Climb  Plus, we settle some nerves, asking the experts about university admissions and exam season stress. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Is it you - or is it the world?

It's easy to feel overwhelmed or like you're struggling to keep up with demands - but a new book argues it's not you, it's your ancient wiring. Helen gets the lowdown - and some comfort - from Dr Paul Goldsmith, author of The Evolving Brain. Plus, we dive into the realities of working through uncertainty with HR and recruitment experts Rohini Balla Gill and David MacKenzie... See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The reality of home schooling's return

It's the news that noone wanted - but what does the return to homeschooling really mean for kids, teachers and parents alike? Helen asks the experts See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Divorce, kids and digital lives

Whether we put our kids’ lives on social media is a key consideration for many modern parents. Now, a landmark case in Abu Dhabi is examining how that choice can play into divorce proceedings. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The rise of 'home cafes'

Two Gen Z's are in to share how they started their cafe businesses from the comfort of their homes. We got your back on what to do this weekend and on the upcoming Eid Al Adha holidays. And we ask, what actually makes a restaurant resilient?   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.