Alex Holmes is a mental health counsellor who specialises in the mental health of men and adolescent boys. In this session Alex, together with the host, Lucas Whitehead from Andy’s Man Club, unpicks the common myths about men’s mental health, the limitations when it comes to therapy and what things men can do to improve their wellbeing, reduce stress and live a full life of connection.
Shift work presents a unique set of challenges that can disrupt work-life balance, making it difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We all know that sleep, healthy diet, nutrition, vitamin D and exercises, are especially important when being a shift worker but how can you make healthy habits a consistent part of your life? How can you juggle family and social life when you don’t work 9 to 5? Listen to LNER Train Driver, Ross Clark, who shares what works for him in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and family life. Ross is interviewed by the one and only Heather Waugh.
Discover the secrets to restful, rejuvenating sleep in this session with Mike Oliver from The Sleep Charity. Learn practical tips and techniques for creating the ideal sleep environment, establishing a consistent bedtime routine, and managing stress and technology use before bed. Gain insights into the importance of sleep hygiene and how it impacts overall health and wellbeing. Unlock the benefits of a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and energised every day.
In this session, we celebrate men, focusing on men's mental health and wellbeing. We delve into strategies for managing stress, fostering resilience, and nurturing emotional balance. We cover the importance of open dialogue and community in breaking down stigmas. Our panel aim to equip men with the tools to thrive mentally, emotionally, and lead fulfilling lives.
If you only have five minutes to spare, but still want to instil the basic principles of boundary setting into your everyday, look no further. Get practical advice on fear vs. resentment, holding your nerve and when to push that all-important ‘pause’ button.
The way we sleep has a profound impact on how we feel the next day, our health and energy levels, and the way we perform at work and life in general. This session gives a scientific insight into this fascinating subject and offers practical solutions for getting a good night’s sleep and feeling more rested.
Join Catherine Annis for 30-minutes to learn some simple breathing and movement techniques to help you unwind, release stress and unnecessary tension. Catherine briefly introduces the Vagus nerve and show how we can access it to reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure and heart rate and improve sleep. This is a soothing session, suitable for everyone, regardless of movement experience and ability.
In this session, Dr Ben Davis, covers sexual health, like STIs and HIV, but also focuses on sexual pleasure - erections, desire for sex, timing of orgasm, worries about sex, porn addiction and more.
Nina Finlay, a certified Wim Hof Method instructor and Mark Peters, Tai Chi and Qigong master talk though the benefits of cold therapy and importance of breath and moving your body.
Don’t worry, an ice bath is not essential for you to take part in the session!
When you hear the word introvert, you might think of someone who's shy or quiet and prefers to be alone. While that may be true for some introverts, there's so much more to this personality type. Join Emma Taggart, a Career Coach for introverts, as we discuss the personality traits of introverts, different types of introverts and the benefits of being an introvert.