Life Changing Conversations

We're excited to announce the latest edition of Life Changing Conversations where Neil Shah spoke with Danielle North. Best selling author Danielle North has been running global retreats since 2013, creating a global movement to raise consciousness by inspiring people with the simple power of Pause. Before creating Pause Global, she spent 3 years living and working in Asia, where she setup a pioneering coaching company and an award-winning change management consultancy. After learning that goals and ambitions could be just as happily and successfully achieved when simply allowing the body and mind to pause, she adapted her approach to work and life and Pause was born. A keen diver, Danielle loves nothing more than swimming to the depths, whether that’s in our precious oceans, her own personal growth or alongside others on their own journey of transformation. We hope enjoy the podcast and find some time to...Pause!

This is a really magical discussion with the incredible Alexandra Wenman, who is a ‘Cosmic Compass, light bringer, activator, channel and seer’ she facilitates deep healing, and transformation by connecting you with your ‘higher self’ and guides! I’ll be honest I was a bit sceptical when this was booked in, and I agreed to have a session with he before we recorded. Let’s just say it was pretty profound. As observed by our lovely producer Suzy Beaumont ‘It’s the calmest and most relaxed I’ve ever heard you!!’ And we’ve known each for years! So as much as it may seem a bit ‘woo-woo’, it’s a fascinating listen and come with an open mind as you will find it valuable!

We're excited to announce that Neil Shah spoke with a very special guest: Rabbi Steve Leder. Steve joined us by video link from Los Angeles, he is author of several best selling books including 'More Beautiful Than Before' - a book exploring how pain and suffering transform us, which is a very timely book considering the world we currently find ourselves in The podcast begins: "Everyone of us, sooner or later, goes through hell..." A fascinating podcast, enjoy

After an unexpected and extended break Life Changing Conversations is finally back for Series 3 and Neil is pumped to be kicking off the new season with his coach and the founder of RNT Fitness, Akash Vaghela. Fresh from his new book launch 'TRANSFORM YOUR BODY. CHANGE YOUR LIFE' (in all good bookshops and already storming its way up the bestseller list) Akash openly and honestly shares his story and his vision. Akash and his team have created a powerful formula for health and fitness success and have transformed hundreds of people in the three years since RNT was established. Being extremely grateful to be one of their success stories, Neil has been keen to have Akash on to the LCC podcast for some time, and it's great to hear about Akash and his mission is to see a world where everyone experiences the power of a physical body transformation to act as a vehicle for the greater good in their lives. As well as being the author of Transform Your Body Transform Your Life and host of the RNT Fitness Radio podcast, which has amassed over 150,000 downloads in 90+ countries across 120+ episodes. Alongside this, he's been seen in Men's Health, BBC, T-Nation, Elite FTS and the PTDC, while also regularly speaking nationally and internationally on all things related to physical transformation.

We are so excited to air our last podcast of the year and of 2018. This Life Changing Conversation is with Sara Milne Rowe, Author of The Shed Method and Founder of Coaching Impact as well as a leading Performance Coach. Neil had a really fascinating conversation with her about her SHED Method - a mind-management system that offers practical advice for improving your decision making. Through a series of practices and clear steps, The Shed Method will help you become a happier, healthier and more confident you. Sarah explains how every day, we are bombarded with from what we watch to how we take our coffee, from whether to change jobs or put a deposit on a house. So many decisions, that we are in fact getting worse at making them. We hope you enjoy the last episode of the season and we will be back in the new year with season 3! To look into getting Sara's book please click here: https://amzn.to/2ExCOpq or visit http://www.coachingimpact.co.uk

In the 6th episode of series 2 we have the pleasure of interviewing Sarrah Rose, a sexual empowerment coach. Sex has been proven time and time again to be a great way to relieve stress. The benefits include release of endorphins and other hormones that elevate mood, and exercise, which itself is an effective stress reliever. Yet sex even today, in our more open society, can be a taboo subject that we still feel uncomfortable talking about. The podcast will explore the subject in an open and direct way.

In the fifth episode of series two, the tables have turned as Neil Shah takes the guest seat and is interviewed by our fabulous Duncan Rzysko! Together they explore the story of SMS and Neil's own personal story, listen to learn how The Stress Management Society began and about the man who started it all.

In the 4th episode of series 2 we have the pleasure of interviewing global superstar DJ, Brandon Block! The conversation explores how Brandon found himself in a life or death situation due to his hedonistic, drug-induced lifestyle, needing to make a life-changing decision; which thankfully he did! Blocko has since founded Happy Days which is all about advocating self-care and personal development! Join Neil as he explores Brandon's journey from the limelight to now contributing to helping others on their journey to better wellbeing.

The third installment of the new series sees Neil interview Dr Rosalind Watts from the Imperial College London. She has been part of a research team who have for the first time in over 50/60 years have been allowed to research Psilocybin's effects on depression – Psilocybin is more commonly known as ‘magic mushrooms’ and used recreationally, hence it's current negative stigma, however Psilocybin could be a complete game changer in the way mental illness is treated. The podcast will explore previous and current research and what Dr Rosalind Watts hopes Psilocybin will hold for the future of mental health treatment. If you are interested in applying to participate in the next Psilocybin study please contact: b.cunha@imperial.ac.uk for more information!

The second episode of our new series explores a very emotionally challenging and difficult subject as Neil interviews Jonny Benjamin. When Jonny found himself on the edge of Waterloo Bridge, ready to jump and end his own life, a complete stranger, instead of walking past and ignoring him as many hundreds of people had already done, chose to engage him in conversation; a chat that quite literally saved his life. Listen to Jonny discussing his journey, how he is now actively campaigning for Mental Health and his thoughts on how we can destigimatise this delicate subject. Please visit: https://www.panmacmillan.com/authors/jonny-benjamin/the-stranger-on-the-bridge/9781509846429 for more information on where to buy Jonny's book!

Our first episode of the new series of #LifeChangingConversations explores an exceptionally divisive subject – one that has even resulted in Jeremy Corbyn being labelled anti-Semitic. Neil has had an insightful discussion with Avigail Abarbanel, an ex-Israeli Jewish citizen turned Palestinian peace activist; discussing her experiences growing up in Israel, her time in the Army and how she is sharing her message as an author, psychotherapist and a forward-thinking activist. To look into getting Avigail's book please click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Tribal-Loyalties-Personal-Activists/dp/1443837962

In this weeks #LifeChangingConversations, Neil Shah interviews Mahendra Siyani, a qualified Remedial Massage Practitioner specialising in Body Realignment, Sports Massage and Reiki Master with over 15 years experience providing wellbeing services. They discuss Mahendra's life changing moment whilst Neil receives a treatment. Mahendra's website: http://msiyani.co.uk/

In this weeks #LifeChangingConversations, Neil interviews coach, author and trainer Kyle Davies. Qualified as a Chartered Occupational Psychologist and creator of Energy-Flow Coaching™, Kyle teaches both individuals and businesses how to optimise their wellbeing, attain clarity of mind, and perform more effectively at work, home, and in life. Buy his book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Intelligent-Body-Rev…/…/ref=sr_1_1… Website: http://kyledavies.net/ Facebook: Kyle Davies Twitter: @KyleLDavies Youtube: Kyle Davies (https://www.youtube.com/watch…)

In this weeks #Lifechangingconversation, Neil interviews the lovely Debbie Beauchamp and Gina Holland, Co-Directors of Celebration of Being. They both discuss their #LifeChanging moments, in which Neil too, gets personal and opens up about his. They are committed to providing an unforgettable journey into the depth and beauty of your true self – your being – especially through the doorway of male-female relationships. Click here for their website: https://www.celebrationofbeing.co.uk/

In this weeks podcast, Neil interviews Dr Rangan Chattergee. They discuss Rangan's story along with his new book which is currently an Amazon #1 Best Seller- 'The 4 Pillar Plan: How to Relax, Eat, Move and Sleep Your Way to a Longer, Healthier Life' Buy his book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pillar-Plan-Relax-Lon…/…/0241303559 Website: https://drchatterjee.com/about/ Instagram: @Drchatterjee Twitter: @Drchatterjeeuk

In this weeks podcast, Neil interviews Dr Melanie Joy, a Harvard-educated psychologist, professor, celebrated speaker, award-winning author, and president of Beyond Carnism! Find Dr Melanie Joy's links below: Facebook: @melaniejoyphd Website: http://www.carnism.org/ To purchase her book - Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows: An Introduction to Carnism, click here: http://www.carnism.org/book

Episode 4 is up! This week on Neil's #LifeChangingConversations, Neil interviews the co-founder of #Veganuary, Matthew Glover! After being vegetarian for 10 years, Matthew went on to becoming vegan. #Veganuary; is a charity, inspiring people to try vegan for January and throughout the rest of the year. Please find Matthew's links below: Facebook: @Veganuary Website: https://veganuary.com/ Instagram: @WEareveganuary# Twitter: @WeAreVeganuary

In episode 3 of Neil's #LifeChangingConversations, Neil interviews the brains behind the incredible App 'HappyCow'. HappyCow was founded in 1999, as a public service to help people everywhere find plant-based / vegan options and healthy food. Find their links here: Facebook: HappyCow Twitter: HappyCow Website: https://www.happycow.net/

In the run up to #Veganuary, we have Dr Michael Greger, founder of NutritionFacts.org and Author of 'How Not To Die' and the just newly released 'How Not To Die Cookbook' with us, answering some of our vital questions surrounding the theme of the vegan lifestyle. Find Dr Michael Greger's links here: Facebook : NutritionFacts.org Twitter: Nutrition_Facts Website: www.nutritionfacts.org/