Mind.Set podcast

Paralympic gold to purpose: Richard Whitehead’s sprint beyond sport

In this inspiring episode of the Mind.Set podcast, Paralympic gold medallist Richard Whitehead shares his journey from growing up in Nottingham to becoming one of Britain’s most celebrated athletes. With honesty and humour, Richard reflects on the challenges of navigating life with a disability, the power of sport to transform identity, and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. He discusses the mindset shifts that propelled him from marathon running to sprinting success, and how purpose, not medals, drives his ambition. From childhood memories to global podiums, Richard’s story is a testament to grit, gratitude, and the belief that limits are often self-imposed. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Law, loss and leadership: Jodie Hill’s breakdown to breakthrough

In this episode of the Mindset Podcast, Jodie Hill shares her journey from aspiring doctor to barrister, solicitor, and founder of Thrive Law. Diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety later in life, she reflects on how neurodivergence shaped her empathy and drive, but also led to burnout and a breakdown in 2017. Through therapy and client support, she rebuilt her confidence and purpose. Thrive Law was born from her mission to create a psychologically safe, inclusive workplace. Jodie explores reframing failure, leading with empathy, and the power of listening. Her message: be kind to yourself and stop trying to fit in. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Streets to the studio: Jon Rees' healing through photography

In this powerful episode of the Mind.Set Podcast, we sit down with photographer and therapeutic arts facilitator Jon Rees, whose remarkable journey from childhood trauma and homelessness to creative purpose and healing is both raw and inspiring. Jon opens up candidly about growing up in a family impacted by addiction and mental illness, his early struggles with undiagnosed neurodivergence, and the spiral into substance use that led to years of street homelessness. But his story doesn’t end there. Through recovery, community support, and a chance encounter with a camera, Jon discovered photography as a form of visual meditation - one that helped him reconnect with the world and himself. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Rock legends to rock bottom: Paul Henry’s story of transformation

In this deeply personal episode, psychotherapist Paul Henry shares his remarkable journey from the heights of the music and film industry, working with icons like Bob Marley and U2, to the depths of addiction and his path to recovery. Through candid storytelling, he reflects on resilience, reinvention, and the power of faith, offering insight into how adversity can lead to profound transformation. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about overcoming fear, embracing change, and finding true purpose. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Sandwiches to speeches: Nick Davies’ secret to communication success

In this episode of Mind.Set, we sit down with Nick Davies, a seasoned communication expert, entrepreneur, and self-professed Mancunian with a fascinating career journey. From dreaming up a sandwich business at 15 to traveling the world teaching professional services how to master communication, Nick’s story is one of determination, humour, and entrepreneurial grit. We dive into the beginnings of his career, the unexpected turns, and how his background in comedy and law shaped his approach to training and consulting. If you’re keen to learn about the power of communication, the mindset behind self-employment, and some brilliant anecdotes along the way. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.