Episodes
Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
In episode 5 of Eavesdrop, Lily-Jo interviews Rebekah Cook, a mental health support worker on children and adolescent mental health ward of a Manchester hospital.
Rebekah reflects on her own experience working on the front lines of mental health support during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are given a unique insight into the different pressures and challenges of mental health hospital work at this time, and Rebekah shares her own mental health tips for coping in a time of crisis.
Rebekah has shared about her own history coping with mental health on the Lily-Jo project blog, you can read it here: www.thelilyjoproject.com/2016/11/16/from-psych-ward-to-psychology-degree/.
For more information about Lily-Jo, visit www.lilyjo.co.uk.
For more information about The Lily-Jo Project, visit www.thelilyjoproject.com.
To continue the conversation and let us know what you think, join the group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
*The opinions expressed in this video are personal opinions not professional medical/mental health advice. If you have concerns about the health/mental health of you or someone you love, please seek the advice of a medical professional.
Wednesday May 13, 2020
Call the COVID Midwife - Interview with a Midwife, Susanne Grainger
Wednesday May 13, 2020
Wednesday May 13, 2020
"In episode 4 of Eavesdrop, Lily-Jo interviews Susanne Grainger, a midwife working in an emergency clinic in Manchester.
Susanne provides amazing insight into the world of pregnancy and midwifery during COVID-19. We hear exactly what it is like to be working as a medical professional during a pandemic, and how it is having an impact on her patients, colleagues and own mental health.
For more information about Lily-Jo, visit www.lilyjo.co.uk.
For more information about The Lily-Jo Project, visit www.thelilyjoproject.com.
To continue the conversation and let us know what you think, join the group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
*The opinions expressed in this video are personal opinions not professional medical/mental health advice. If you have concerns about the health/mental health of you or someone you love, please seek the advice of a medical professional. "
Monday May 11, 2020
Practicing Gratitude with NHS Occupational Therapist, Lisa Ince
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
"On today’s episode of Eavesdrop, Lily-Jo is in conversation with NHS occupational therapist, Lisa Ince.
Speaking with Lily-Jo, Lisa sheds some light on how her team is adapting each day to meet patient needs throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lisa also offers her perspective on the power of gratitude. We learn that living in a position of gratefulness can not only help us through this crisis, but it can improve our well-being in the long term.
For more information about Lily-Jo, visit www.lilyjo.co.uk.
For more information about The Lily-Jo Project, visit www.thelilyjoproject.com.
To continue the conversation and let us know what you think, join the group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
*The opinions expressed in this video are personal opinions not professional medical/mental health advice. If you have concerns about the health/mental health of you or someone you love, please seek the advice of a medical professional. "
Friday May 08, 2020
A Plainclothes Hero - Interview with a Police Constable, Chris Edge.
Friday May 08, 2020
Friday May 08, 2020
In episode 2 of Eavesdrop, Lily-Jo interviews Chris Edge, a Police Constable who has been working with GMP for over 16 years.
Chris provides unique insight into the impact COVID-19 has had on his role inside the police and how he and his colleagues are striving to continue to provide an excellent service in unexpected conditions.
Chris has great advice to give about how to manage COVID anxiety and still get out there and care for others. He is an amazing example of putting others first, and is a plainclothes hero in every way!
Chris is also a natural bodybuilder and has his own podcast!
For more information about Lily-Jo, visit www.lilyjo.co.uk.
For more information about The Lily-Jo Project, visit www.thelilyjoproject.com.
To continue the conversation and let us know what you think, join the group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
The opinions expressed in this video are personal opinions not professional medical/mental health advice. If you have concerns about the health/mental health of you or someone you love, please seek the advice of a medical professional.
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Season 3 of Eavesdrop kicks off with an interview with key worker, Dr John Patterson, who is the Chief Medical Officer for Oldham, Greater Manchester.
Speaking with Lily-Jo, Dr Patterson reflects on his own experience working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are reminded that despite the current crisis, we have the opportunity to witness something very special – the immense generosity, gratitude, and kindness exuded by those around us.
With this, Dr Patterson invites us all to answer the question: What does COVID-19 now make possible for our communities?
To stay up to date with Dr Patterson, you can follow him on Twitter @drcotovelo or check out his blog www.burntnortondiaries.co.uk.
Dr Patterson’s Book recommendation:
Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance by Alex Hutchison - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Endure-Curiously-Elastic-Limits-Performance/dp/0008277060
For more information about Lily-Jo, visit www.lilyjo.co.uk.
For more information about The Lily-Jo Project, visit www.thelilyjoproject.com.
To continue the conversation and let us know what you think, join the group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
*This content represents the opinions of the interviewers and guests and should not be taken as medical advice. This content is for educational and informational purposes. Please consult your healthcare professional for any individual medical questions you may have.
Friday Mar 15, 2019
Staying in Tune with what you Love: A special episode with Dave Fidler
Friday Mar 15, 2019
Friday Mar 15, 2019
Today on Eavesdrop, I am in conversation with singer songwriter, entrepreneur, and also my lovely husband, Dave Fidler. Dave and I talk all about what life is like as two working and touring musicians living as a family under one roof. Dave shares about his struggle with writer's block, and how he decided to take it head on by challenging himself to embrace creativity. We also talk all about the importance of motivating each other in relationships, tuning out negative thoughts and comments, and how to tune in to a realistically positive, balanced mindset so you can live your life doing what you love. Grab a brew and listen; you are welcome to Eavesdrop!
To learn more about Dave's song a day challenge and upcoming new album, "Songs from Aurora", you can visit his website here: www.davefidler.com
To connect with him on social media, you can find him on instagram here: www.instagram.com/davefid/
To join our brand new Eavesdrop Facebook group, you can find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
Season 2 of Eavesdrop is kindly sponsored by MediConf: https://www.mediconf.co.uk
Check out Lily-Jo's online self help resource here: https://www.thelilyjoproject.com
To book Lily-Jo for a performance or a workshop, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/bookings-lily-jo/
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https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/unstoppable-life-coaching/
For more on Lily-Jo's music visit: http://www.lilyjo.co.uk
Friday Mar 08, 2019
Friday Mar 08, 2019
This week Lily-Jo caught up with one her backup dancers, Moses Yaor, just before a rehearsal. As a young black male originally from Nigeria, Moses shares with us his journey of moving to the U.K. and the challenges he experienced as a teenager in school. We talk all about coping with frequent moves and transitions, dealing with racial prejudice, and adapting to new environments. Our gems of wisdom from this episode are:
1.) having strong role models to look up to are paramount to feeling understood as a young person and
2.) joining community groups at school, sports, or church can help you find a sense of identity and belonging during tough times.
To join our brand new Eavesdrop Facebook group, you can find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
Season 2 of Eavesdrop is kindly sponsored by MediConf: https://www.mediconf.co.uk
Check out Lily-Jo's online self help resource here: https://www.thelilyjoproject.com
To book Lily-Jo for a performance or a workshop, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/bookings-lily-jo/
To book Lily-Jo for a life Coaching session, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/unstoppable-life-coaching/
For more on Lily-Jo's music visit: http://www.lilyjo.co.uk
Friday Mar 01, 2019
Friday Mar 01, 2019
This week we are in conversation with entrepreneur, home educator, and host of TV's "The Mum Show", Marina Magdalena. We talk all about Marina's journey of becoming a home educator for her kids; and, the importance of prioritising self care routines as a busy family. We end the show with some useful tips for eliminating obstacles in order to overcome insecurity and live a more secure, confident, and purposeful life.
Our key takeaways: spend less time obsessing over how we don't measure up, encourage and support others, celebrate yourself, and stay present in the moment.
You can connect with Marina on facebook here: www.facebook.com/marina.magdalena.942 or instagram here: www.instagram.com/mar1na_magdalena/
Also mentioned in this episode:
A quote from Marianne Williamson: "Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?"
Key Person of Influence Book: http://www.keypersonofinfluence.com/
The Mum Show on facebook: www.facebook.com/themumshow/ and instagram: www.instagram.com/mumshow/
Imaginarium on facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginariumseed/ and instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginarium_seed/
To join our brand new Eavesdrop Facebook group, you can find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
Season 2 of Eavesdrop is kindly sponsored by MediConf: https://www.mediconf.co.uk
Check out Lily-Jo's online self help resource here: https://www.thelilyjoproject.com
To book Lily-Jo for a performance or a workshop, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/bookings-lily-jo/
To book Lily-Jo for a life Coaching session, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/unstoppable-life-coaching/
For more on Lily-Jo's music visit: http://www.lilyjo.co.uk
Friday Feb 22, 2019
Beauty from Ashes: Embracing Resilience, Strength, and Growth after Trauma
Friday Feb 22, 2019
Friday Feb 22, 2019
On this week's episode of Eavesdrop, Lily-Jo is in conversation with author, mum, and refugee, Beatrice Smith. Triggered by a car accident later in life, Beatrice turned to journaling as a way to cope with past traumas and flashbacks from her life as a child refugee; ultimately leading to her book, "The Search for Home". We talk with Beatrice all about processing multiple traumas, the therapeutic benefits of journaling, homesickness, self care, and how her past experiences have shaped her parenting style. To Beatrice, it's all about perspective and recognizing that through healing there is beauty in strength, resilience, and growth.
To read Beatrice's book, you can find it here: www.amazon.co.uk/Search-Home-Rwanda-paradise-hell/dp/1909728535
To learn more about Beatrice or connect with her, you can visit her website beatricesmith.com or follow her on twitter @BeatriceSmith
To read Beatrice's book suggestion, "Option B" about turning post traumatic stress into post traumatic growth, you can find it here:
www.amazon.co.uk/Option-Adversity-Building-Resilience-Finding/dp/0753548275
You can find Lily-Jo's app suggestion, Soul Time, that combines relaxation with journaling at www.soultime.com
Season 2 of Eavesdrop is kindly sponsored by MediConf: https://www.mediconf.co.uk
Check out Lily-Jo's online self help resource here: https://www.thelilyjoproject.com
To book Lily-Jo for a performance or a workshop, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/bookings-lily-jo/
To book Lily-Jo for a life Coaching session, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/unstoppable-life-coaching/
For more on Lily-Jo's music visit: http://www.lilyjo.co.uk
Friday Feb 15, 2019
Friday Feb 15, 2019
This week on Eavesdrop, Lily-Jo is in conversation with mum and singer songwriter Shell Perris. After losing her grandparents as a teenager and enduring years of bullying at school, Shell resorted to Anorexia as a way to take control of her life and cope with grief. In this inspiring episode, Shell shares with us her story of overcoming this difficult time in her life with the help of family, friends, and spirituality. Shell's journey is a perfect example of how you can accept, heal, and embrace your scars to help others and find your purpose.
Get in touch with Shell: www.facebook.com/shell.perris
Beat charity: www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk
To join our brand new Eavesdrop Facebook group, you can find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lilyjopresentseavesdrop/
Season 2 of Eavesdrop is kindly sponsored by MediConf: https://www.mediconf.co.uk
Check out Lily-Jo's online self help resource here: https://www.thelilyjoproject.com
To book Lily-Jo for a performance or a workshop, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/bookings-lily-jo/
To book Lily-Jo for a life Coaching session, click here:
https://www.thelilyjoproject.com/unstoppable-life-coaching/
For more on Lily-Jo's music visit: http://www.lilyjo.co.uk