Control the Flame

Mastering Calm: Effective Strategies for Stress Reduction

Control the Flame is a podcast for anyone who's ready to stop making excuses and start making changes. Hosted by Clare Bradley, a behaviour change coach specialising in anger management and domestic abuse perpetrator intervention, this podcast explores the uncomfortable truths about why we react the way we do, and what it takes to genuinely change. Each episode explores topics like: - Understanding anger triggers and stress responses - Recognizing harmful patterns in relationships - Taking real accountability (not just performing it) - Building practical emotional regulation skills - Navigating relationship breakdowns and court proceedings - Creating lasting behaviour change, not just temporary fixes With 20+ years of experience including frontline policing and delivering court-mandated programmes, Clare brings expert insight, real-world examples, and zero tolerance for deflection or excuses. Whether you're court-mandated for behaviour change work, recognizing your anger is damaging your relationships, or supporting someone through this journey. Control the Flame offers practical strategies and honest conversations about what real transformation requires. Because the flame doesn't have to control you. You can learn to control it. New episodes weekly.

Breaking the Cycle of Reactivity: A Journey to Mindful Responses

Breaking the Cycle of Reactivity: A Journey to Mindful Response Have you ever had a moment where you reacted strongly to something, and later wished you'd handled it differently? That's the cycle of reactivity. And in this episode of Control the Flame, Clare Bradley breaks down exactly how that cycle works and, more importantly, how to interrupt it. Clare explores: - The stages of emotional escalation – from initial trigger to full reaction - How thoughts amplify feelings and push us toward responses we later regret - Warning signs that indicate you're moving toward heightened reactivity - Practical interruption techniques: deep breathing, pausing, self-talk, and reframing - The importance of creating mental space before responding - Real stories of transformation from people who've learned to break their reactive patterns Whether you're navigating relationship breakdown, involved in legal proceedings, or simply recognizing that your reactions are damaging your relationships, this episode offers practical, evidence-based strategies for change. Clare also shares information about structured support services like DAPP (Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme) and coaching options for those ready to commit to genuine transformation. Understanding the cycle is the first step. Breaking it is the work. This episode shows you how.

Healing from Within: Diana Tyson’s Path to Energy and Emotional Freedom

In this insightful episode, Diana Tyson, a natural intuitive holistic healer, therapist, and teacher, shares her journey of spiritual and emotional healing. From childhood, Diana had a deep connection to spirit, which she now channels into her powerful healing work. Using modalities like Reiki, Seichem, Crystal Chakra balancing, and EFT, Diana helps individuals release unwanted energy and emotions and break free from self-limiting boundaries. She opens up about her personal experiences with grief, illness, and how she overcame these challenges to find peace and balance. Tune in to hear Diana’s unique perspective on the power of energy healing and how it can transform lives. Homepage - Natural Transformation [https://naturaltransformation.uk/]

The Calm Amidst the Storm: Meg Hall’s Journey from Survival to Mastery

In this captivating episode, Meg Hall shares her remarkable story of growing up in a rage-filled home, where she learned early on how to read people and de-escalate tense situations. These survival skills became invaluable as Meg pursued a career as a psychiatric nurse, where she gained a reputation for her exceptional ability to calm even the most distressed patients. Meg also opens up about her marriage to a man much like her father, and how she continued to rely on these skills in her personal life. Through her journey, Meg reflects on the unexpected gifts that come from surviving in a chaotic environment and how those experiences shaped her life and career.

Finding Strength: Tanya Levy's Journey Through Loss and Resilience Pt 1

In this heartfelt episode, Tanya Levy opens up about her profound journey through grief, loss, and the search for resilience. From losing her mother at just two years old to the devastating death of her boyfriend as a teenager, Tanya’s life has been marked by significant challenges. After leaving her partner with two young children, she found herself confronting anger, separation, and the need to rebuild her life. Tanya shares how these experiences have shaped her strength and courage, offering deep insights into the process of healing and personal growth. Her story is one of perseverance, emotional survival, and finding hope in the face of unimaginable loss.