Author and Head Talks ambassador Rachel Kelly suggests we consider poetry as part of our mental health toolkit. Poetry began to speak to her in the darkness of a spell in hospital during a crisis, starting with the work of George Herbert. His description of what it’s like to feel depressed as “guilty […]
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Slow down to speed up
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Business strategist and coach Simon Alexander Ong has recorded an exclusive masterclass for Head Talks where he teaches us how to maximise our own energy, to help drive our potential. As we reflect on the end of the year, Simon’s words ’slow down to speed up’ seem appropriate. He tells us that “silence […]
Tapping practice for calm
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After a period of emotional difficulties when she had young children, Julia Adams searched for an alternative to medication and discovered EFT (tapping). It worked so well at bringing about calm – for her and her children – that she decided to train as a practitioner. “I’m far more resourced now to deal […]
Riding the wave of fear
Professional big wave surfer Matt Bromley is no stranger to fear. He has learned that when he chooses to face his fear, his purpose comes alive. He has seen a direct connection between fear and negativity and his performance. “I have had to shift my mindset to see the massive challenge as an […]
Mo Gawdat’s Happiness Equation
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Happiness follows a mathematical equation, says Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer at Google X. If you dig deeper into every time you felt really happy, you’ll find the happiness you feel is the result of a match between what is happening at the time and what your expectations are. Mo explains how […]
How do we use a mantra?
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Many of us have tried meditation through an app or following a video. And with any luck, it’s made us curious to learn more, says Jillian Lavender, co-founder of London Meditation Centre and New York Meditation Center. She explains how using a mantra can unlock a deeper sense of rest and clearer focus. […]
Every week counts
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1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem this year. 1 in 6 will be experiencing a problem in any given week this year. You may not even know who they are. Head Talks believes that every week is Mental Health Awareness Week.
Meditation for inquiry and transcendance
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Deepak Chopra Integrative medicine pioneer Deepak Chopra illuminates the road to success and wholeness, helping us tap into a deeper sense of awareness to become agents of change in our own lives. Mixing ancient teachings and spiritual practices with the wisdom he’s gained over four decades as the leading figure in mind-body medicine, […]
Have a tangible impact on suffering
Conscious leadership expert Nick Jankel has been thinking about how he can make a tangible impact for those suffering in Ukraine, and shares his ideas with us. He suggests we take time to read about the conflict to gain some deeper understanding. Then do some research into on-the-ground charities to support, so that […]
How to be acknowledged and celebrated at work
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Nicolina Werther Success coach Nicolina Werther shares her second video with us for how to feel more valued and impactful at work. Last time, she gave us ideas on how to claim our space. Following from that, she wants us to be recognised and acknowledged for our contribution. It’s about taking it further […]
Explaining conflict to children
Emotional health practitioner Jo Morton-Brown shares a video for children and young teenagers to try and make sense of the news at present. Or, if your child is younger, the video contains useful tips on how to discuss topics they might have heard about at school, and how to help them manage their […]
A practice to bring calm and focus
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Breathwork expert Richie Norton shows us a breathwork practice to help you calm your nerves and bring clarity, particularly useful if the world feels a bit overwhelming. You can do the practice anywhere to help bring some composure and focus back to your life.
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