Grief, Grappling and Growth

My Dad died suddenly on New Years Eve 2014. The good thing was, it was sudden, he did not suffer at all. Happy, healthy, happy, healthy.. dead.The bad thing was, it was sudden.I swear Mum aged overnight.This then is my story of Grief, Grappling and Growth- An Encounter With Dementia.I am Neil Long, a DJ, radio presenter and podcaster by trade, if I can be of value to you, do reach out on www.neillong.com

Burnout. We hear a lot about it. In fact a quick google of Burnout Statistics says...Companies are facing an employee burnout crisis: A recent Gallup study of nearly 7,500 full-time employees found that 23 percent of employees reported feeling burned out at work very often or always, while an additional 44 percent reported feeling burned out sometimes.So clearly, this is a modern day problem, and a common one too.It seems the "Always on" 24 hour society was not such a good idea after all. But what to do? Got responsibilities... bills to pay, kids to take care of.....But if we burnout, what good are we to anyone? And for that matter, to ourselves? What about our well being? Are we so focussed on the desires of others, we leave ourselves out of the equation? Any of this familiar?Chronic fatigue. In the early stages, you may feel a lack of energy and feel tired most days. ...Insomnia. ...Forgetfulness/impaired concentration and attention. ...Physical symptoms. ...Increased illness. ...Loss of appetite. ...Anxiety. ...Depression.So Nicola and I explore today this important subject, and we will do more soon.Here is the link to our video we made while testing a theory, it, well kind of worked, onwards and upwards...https://rgishow.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/tv/Buddhist+Centre+Theory+Test.mp4Worth mentioning a related episode here, Helen Snape, Recovering from people pleasing...https://www.buzzsprout.com/212485/1240532-rgi-29-helen-snape-recovering-people-pleaserIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

We had to have this lady on- her business is Care Homes... BUT the values that she runs her business with are inspiring.So we had to have her on.Learn the value of your past experiences, and the opportunities they can open for you in the future....If you have what it takes, the number to get in touch is 0208 610 9778Or www.radfieldhomecare.co.uk

Another fascinating lady I met at a networking event, when I overheard the words "Manifesting and Life Purpose", my lil ears pricked up.This is one fascinating and knowledgable lady, with much to teach- which she does by the way, either one to one, or in retreats.I highly recommend you have a listen and check her out https://www.quantumbeing.co.uk/IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

From time to time I (Neil) like to go to personal growth seminars..This one blew my mind. The Visionary behind Mindvalley Vishen Lakhiani, frankly blows my mind. Have a fly on the wall listen as I review and share the high, yet easily accessible concepts I learned at this incredible seminar in Central London on Sat 22nd June.How to clear the past.How to be happy, now....AND have a compelling vision for the future.I love this company and what it stands for, and highly ensorse their work and influence in the world.Education. Evolved. I love it!https://www.mindvalley.com/IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

This is one of the most challenging episodes we have recorded. When Nicola and I decided to create this resource, we knew we had to acknowledge the negative, as well as rigorously promote the positive.This is a message that needs to be out there LOUD AND CLEAR. Preventing suicide. Particularly ( but not exclusively) in the young.Mental health stats are not good. And there is no quick fix. But there are many wonderful grass roots movements like this springing up, like this extraordinary group of people in the Grace Dear Trust.It's not an easy listen, but so, so important. Contains some mild bad language.Learn more about these folks, and what they believe and are doing, here.

This is something I believe applies to all of us to at least some degree.People Pleasing.Hand on heart, have you ever said "Yes" when you meant "No?"Ever done something, or not done something because of what someone else would have thought of you, or out of fear of losing support or love?416 years ago William Shakerpeare Said- in Hamlet...“This above all: to thine own self be true,And it must follow, as the night the day,Thou canst not then be false to any man."And those words are still SO VERY TRUE today. Fair play to the Well 'ard Bard.Meet the lady who's people pleasing eventually led to her hitting rock bottom, and more fascinatingly how she recovered!It's natural to want others to be pleased with us, but it can be Oh So Unhealthy too.And ironically, although we are doing it for a good intention, to get what we want and need, it actually pushes those things and people away from us, and we end up with the opposite. I truly believe Helen has a message that could change the lives of millions,let's help her get her work out there!Visit her here, and learn more about how she can help you be more happy and fulfilled than you may have dared to believe!https://www.helensnape.com/IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

Energy. I don't mean electricity, I mean Universal Energy - I'm not being weird, scientists have proved that everything is made of it.Everything.And it can be used, for health, healing, and pretty much everything.So, I had to ask a teacher of this extraordinary modality questions like "If this energy is everywhere, available and helpful.." how do we all get so damn disconnected!And how can we reconnect?We chat to supercool Chi Kung Teacher Alessandro Ferullo about exactly this.IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

In this episode, we talk to Leonie Wright, who is passionate about getting the UK healthy, one person at a time, so no small task!But I think this lady will do it, she has a fire as well as great food in her belly!And she walks her talk.In this episode you will learn the astonishing statistic on how many people needlessly shorten their life by having a poor diet.......and extraordinary stories of life turned round, by the simplest of solutions.If you read the mainstream media, you would be hard pushed to find anything at all to eat, one study says it's bad, one good, and the there's the agendas too....Let us simplfy it for you, have a listen to this incredible Dutch lady.And trust us, it's easy, really!You can find Leonie here www.eatwright.co.ukAnd here on FacebookOPPORTUNITY -Would you like to train to be a health coach like Leonie? She is looking for people to spread her message, if you are interested, why not get in touch with her at the above link(s).IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

This fascinating Frenchman is a mine of information.First we chat about his - very personal insights on autism- as he has 2 autistic sons, and hear his incredible leading edge insights, plus his dream for the future.You can find his website here,with tonnes of resources and details of the forthcoming concert on:www.transformingautism.orgHere is the TED talk mentioned- "The Beautiful Reality of Autism"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8Nb2FDmQo4Then we discuss Cannabis- the legal kind, the CBD oil. Most of us have heard of it, but there is a lot of confusion- is it safe? Is it a drug? Does it make you high? Is there credible research available? Be prepared to learn a lot more, and find out the extraordinary reason why we NEED CBD, and the astonishing reason it is not better known - yet.Resources mentioned- https://echoconnection.org/https://kannaway.com/And here is a fascinating You Tube Video, explaining in detail the science. Well worth watching: https://youtu.be/WcApZSqVYAQFinally Ikigai- if you would like to explore more, here is the link to the book.https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ikigai-Japanese-secret-long-happy/dp/178633089XReally hope you enjoyed it!IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

Interested in healing and all things energy? Does it work on animals too?? Listen and learn from this extraordinary lady!Find her here:http://www.lizfindlay.comIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

To be fair, this inspiring woman's story could be the story of millions.Ever found yourself in a really dark place, looking for happiness in all the wrong places?Ever felt a inescapable negativity in life, no confidence to do anything? Seemingly insurmountable problems?This lady is testament to what is possible, this episode could also be called "From victim to creator"She is now an author, event leader, Facebook Live Presenter and Positive Empowerment Coach, wanting to share her learnings with as many as possible. We had to have her on! She shares her extraordinary journey here.Remember, no matter what, YES YOU CAN!Do join her Positive Empowerment Group HEREHer book (highly recommended)  is hereIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

2 Radio Presenters having a conversation, in what is called a "Hot Changeover", in other words, quickly chewing the fat in a 3 minute news bulletin.And in that time, Charlie King, and Neil Long created a thesis, well 2 actually, which is not bad in three minutes....Is there a link between music and mental heath? Could music be used to help people with early onset Alzheimers? Has a study been done?Clearly we needed more than 3 minutes, so we met, and came up with a bunch of Really Good Ideas, a thought provoking and fun listen.The product mentioned is here:Oculus GoNational Geographic Video on You TubeIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

Frankenwheat? What the...What if we have been sold a bit of a bill of goods by the food industry?Do you struggle with weight and food or confusion about what actually is good for you and what is not?What if there were easy solutions even in this fast paced world?Learn more about this mans brilliant work here:https://www.facebook.com/Yes-You-Can-Plan-167612610554364/IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

Some say, and I agree, that to feel secure, you need to expand your scope of the world.This lady epitomises that- Lesley Davies- wow.When I heard her story, my ears pricked up.I mean who else climbs Mount Everest and plays rugby?When the kids have grown up.. then what? How about leaving a legacy...Yeah, this lady is amazing."Live a life to die for" Lesley DaviesBreak out of those comfort zones, expand and LIVE.If you would like to donate to Lesleys chosen charity, The Wooden Spoon Charity, you can do so here - it's a wonderful cause.https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=LesleyDavies&pageUrl=1IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

What happens to a choirmaster (mistress) brain waves during choir practise?We talk to the extraordinarily passionate lady Mary Bourne all about it.http://singingitback.co.uk/IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

When Nicola Richards my glittery heel adorned Podcast Partner started this project, we had no idea how it would unfold.Never, ever underestimate the power of a good conversation.Nevil Kapadia and I (Neil Long), have been on each others radars at least peripherally for a while, on "good acquaintance" terms shall we say.So he, as a networker, seemed a Really Good Choice for the Really Good Ideas Show.But BOY, did I get more than I was bargaining for.....Yes, we talk health - and networking- the power of, but this story is one mans journey to be what he wanted to be, the ups and downs.. and the fascinating realisations along the way- like how one limiting belief that had been running him for years.Nevil is an extraordinary man, and I thank him for his candour. I think there is valuable content for all of us here. The magic of a show like this, is that we have the opportunity to learn from and teach each other.And perhaps in the final analysis, THAT is the true power of a positive network.Rest assured that Nevil will be back on the show soon, with chat on good health, and top marketing tips.#obvz babesIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE

Does what it says on the tin- a creative explosion from Neil and Nicola.#awesome bantzWould you like a printable copy? Download HERE - no opt in.And as a bonus- would you like a copy of the audio?FREE HERE FOR YOU (TO DOWNLOAD, CLICK ON THE 3 VERTICAL DOTS AT THE END OF THE PLAYER)We would like to offer you a FREE GIFT.."How to Instantly Be More Confident, plus Neil and Nicola's 10 point Manifest-O for More Joy!It's all here for you right now, hop on over and grab it! >> CLICK HEREIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LISTEN TO OUR OTHER EPISODES, WE HAVE A FANTASTIC SELECTION OF SUBJECTS, INCLUDING CONFIDENCE AND SELF WORTH, HEALING FROM DEPRESSION, MENTAL HEALTH, FOLLOWING DREAMS, SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE, BEING A DANCE MUSIC PRODUCER, BEING A VOICEOVER ARTIST, HOW TO FILL AN EVENT, A TREE TOP TROUBADOUR, RECOVERING FROM PEOPLE PLEASING, BALANCING LIFE, LOVE, PASSION AND BUSINESS... AND STRATEGIES FOR GETTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS.......THEN SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE AUDIO-How To Be Instantly More Confident, plus our 10 Step Manifest-O for more joy - here on www.rgishow.com/freeSUBSCRIBE FOR FREE ON I-TUNES HERE