In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray welcomes Betsy Wills and Alexander Ellison to discuss their book 'Your Hidden Genius,' which offers a science-backed approach to identifying and harnessing innate talents.

Betsy and Alex explain how aptitudes—measurable traits influencing our ability to learn and excel—can guide career choices, personal growth, and even team dynamics. They highlight the significance of aptitudes tested through a series of games rather than self-reported questionnaires.

The conversation covers topics like the role of aptitudes in personal and professional life, the difference between aptitudes and personality traits, and the potential applications for this knowledge in various contexts. Betsy and Alex also touch upon the importance of understanding one's aptitudes for fostering resilience and satisfaction in both work and personal domains. Listeners are encouraged to explore their own potential by taking the aptitude assessment included with the book.

00:00 Welcome to Resilience Unraveled

00:11 Meet Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison

02:39 Defining Innate Talents and Aptitudes

05:14 The Science Behind Aptitudes

08:49 Aptitudes in Practice

11:10 Personality vs. Aptitudes

15:03 The Hidden Genius Book

16:50 Applications and Benefits of Aptitude Assessment

32:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell

The book can be found online or a link at our website https://resilienceunravelled.com

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In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr. Russell interviews Paul Doughty, who shares his story of growing up in a seemingly perfect family that concealed a traumatic and abusive environment.

Paul discusses his experiences with childhood domestic violence, the challenges of growing up unsupervised after his parents' divorce, and how he broke the cycle of abuse by speaking out, getting involved, and embracing self-discovery.

He highlights the importance of resilience, the power of forgiveness, and his journey towards sobriety. Paul also talks about his book, 'Resilience, My Ultimate Superpower,' and his upcoming TV series, 'Behind the Curtain,' which delve further into his life story and message of hope.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:40 Paul's Early Life and Family Background

01:25 Experiencing and Coping with Domestic Violence

05:44 Breaking the Cycle and Seeking Help

07:47 Finding Strength and Building Resilience

12:59 Turning Point and Spiritual Awakening

17:03 Advocacy and Future Projects

19:42 Final Thoughts and Farewell

You can find out more about Paul and his work at https://resilienceunravelled.com/episode/paul-doughty

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In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray meets Dara McKinlay who is an expert on teaching the path to forgiveness. They discuss the concept of forgiveness, its relationship with spirituality and healing and its practical application in personal relationships. Dara was initially sceptical about the concept of forgiveness, viewing it as impractical, until experiencing a relationship problem that prompted her to explore it further. She found forgiveness surprisingly effective and realised it differed from the ability to pardon others as she had previously understood. In this podcast Dara explores the idea of forgiveness as a spiritual process involving unconditional love, the importance of balancing the left and right hemispheres of the brain for emotional intelligence and creativity and shares her personal journey of forgiveness.

Main topics

• The concept of forgiveness and how it can be a practical path for those who identify as spiritual but not religious Forgiveness as a healing modality that involves spiritual connection
• Different types of forgiveness, including forgiving oneself, forgiving others and how it can lead to moving on and starting anew
• Why forgiveness is often associated with pardoning and why this definition may be limiting
• The importance of self-accountability and forgiveness in relationships
• How blame can be draining and prevent people from moving forward
• The concept of unconditional love and its role in healing emotional wounds
• The concept of forgiveness and its practical application

You can find out more about Dara at resilienceunravelled.com/episode/dara-mckinlay and at http://daramckinley.com

Dara offers a 6-week forgiveness course three times per year through howtoforgive.com

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In this episode of Resilience Unravelled Dr Russell Thackeray is joined by Nancy Ho, an internationally recognised thought leader on “The Professional Paradox”.

Nancy has over 26 years of experience guiding individuals toward holistic success and them to navigate the intricate balance between professional achievement and personal fulfillment. Nancy emphasises the importance of balancing material success with emotional and spiritual well-being and highlights the issue of people becoming unbalanced in their pursuit of success, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction. She also explores the concept of higher purpose and the relationship between love and hate as well as the need for self-reflection, authenticity, and personal fulfillment.

Subjects include

• Why people who have everything may still feel empty inside
• How a lack of tolerance can hinder resilience
• Why a society that values and promotes inclusivity can help reduce conflicts and promote unity
• The need to understand true desires and not just follow conventional paths to success
• The importance of introspection, especially for high-performing professionals who may feel unfulfilled despite their professional achievements
• Redefining success and the potential for personal growth and change
• The importance of personal fulfillment and achievement
• The cultural differences in the perception of spirituality.

Find out more about Nancy at https://nancyho.co/

You can also connect with her at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-ho-46370567/ or https://www.facebook.com/LifeCoachNancyHo/?_rdc=2&_rdr

Nancy’s book is "Success Redefined" on Amazon

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Please note that this episode refers to fires in California...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray talks to Christy Warren, a retired fire captain from the Berkeley Fire Department in California who talks about her experiences as a firefighter and paramedic and the challenges and stressors associated with the profession.

Christy had twenty-five years of service as a professional paramedic and eighteen years as a professional firefighter/paramedic but retired after being diagnosed with PTSD in 2014. In this podcast she shares her feelings of shame and personal struggles with PTSD and highlights the importance of accessing proper treatment and support.

Since she retired from the fire service Christy has become a triathlete, completed the Escape from Alcatraz swim five times, and earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Washington State University. She is also a volunteer Peer at the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat and is focused on raising awareness about the struggles faced by first responders and their families, the importance of mental health support and haring her story so others don’t feel so alone.

Main topics

• The challenges and stresses of being a firefighter
• How dark humour acts as a coping mechanism for dealing with stress
• The balance between safety and expedient decision-making in firefighting
• The PTSD symptoms Christy suffered when her nervous system was overwhelmed
• The importance of having a support system when dealing with PTSD
• Raising awareness about the struggles faced by first responders and their families
• The importance of mental health support for first responders.

You can find out more about them at christyewarren.com and at resilienceunravelled.com/episode/christy-warren

Her book is "Flashpoint" https://www.amazon.co.uk/Flash-Point-Firefighters-Journey-Through/dp/1647424488 and she also runs her own podcast "The Firefighter Deconstructed" which provides support and information for first responders.

You can find out more about our podcasts and send us messages at https://resilienceunravelled.com/

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled Justin Frandson, a renowned Athleticism Performance Coach shares his experiences as a performance coach and naturopathic doctor. Justin has worked with athletes for nearly 30 years, specialising in nerve work and the connection between athletic performance and the environment.

It's especially important to note that Justin has views different to our own - but that it's interesting to hear the views of people with whom we disagree.

Justin became interested in the impact of environmental factors on athletic performance after noticing that many of his athletes were breaking down due to the effects of wearable technology. In this podcast he highlights his concern about the negative effects of wearable technology, the importance of grounding and aligning with natural rhythms, the potential health issues caused by electromagnetic radiation, the effects of environmental pollution and the importance of understanding how our environment affects us.

Main topics

• The concept of grounding which involves reconnecting with nature to recharge one's body
• The importance of spending time outdoors, getting negative ions from the earth's resonance and consuming nutrients from natural sources like sunlight, air, food and water
• The significance of circadian rhythms and the need to align with natural rhythms, particularly in terms of light exposure during the day and night
• The importance of not using artificial screens or bright lights at night to maintain a natural sleep cycle.
• The potential issues with LED lights and transformers causing dirty electricity
• The effects of electromagnetic radiation (EMF) on human health, particularly on cognitive functions and DNA damage
• The potential dangers of 5G technology
• The effects of electromagnetic waves on human health
• The correlation between major illnesses and shifts in the electromagnetic blanket of the atmosphere
• The impact of environmental pollution on human health
• The importance of understanding how our environment affects us and the potential for transformation through life force or nature's resonance.

You can find out more about Justin at https://athleticism.com/

His book is "Grounded by Nature" https://www.amazon.com/Grounded-Nature-Everything-Should-Electromagnetic-ebook/dp/B0BZGT9FJ5 and you can find out more information on EMF protection products at https://emfrocks.com/

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In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Henry Shukman, a widely published poet, author, meditation teacher and Zen master of the Sanbo Zen lineage, shares his personal story. Henry grew up in Oxford, UK, where his parents were professors and his early love of poetry led to an interest in Chinese Zen poetry, and ultimately to him becoming a writer and poet.

Henry suffered from severe eczema from infancy into his 20’s, along with associated psychological problems, and meditation was a key element in a long journey of healing. He travelled extensively, eventually settling in New Mexico where he became fascinated by the indigenous culture's deep connection to the earth and where he was introduced to meditation and Zen, which in turn influenced his writing.

Main topics

• The meditative quality of poetry and how it can bring one back to the present moment
• Using poetry in meditation to create a serene atmosphere.
• The differences between various forms of meditation
• The concept of awakening
• The connection between meditation and mindfulness
• The transformative power of poetry and its potential to enrich one's life
• The concept of original sin and its influence on Western culture
• The idea of karma and its physical consequences
• The concepts of mindfulness, support, and absorption
• The concept of flow states and how they can be achieved through complete absorption in a task, leading to enhanced performance and increased happiness.
• How flow is not limited to specific professions or activities and can be accessed through simple practices like meditation
• The relationship between meditation and religion and the practical and philosophical significance of meditation

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Henry's book is called "Original Love: The 4 Ends on the Path of Awakening," and it has an accompanying meditation app, "The Way."

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray talks to Jenn Johnson RN. She shares her experiences as an ER nurse in Canada and the complexities of nursing practices in different countries, the evolution of medical collaboration and the challenges faced by nursing students and professionals. Jenn also shared her concept of "nursing intuition", her experiences with workplace bullying and the challenges faced by nursing students and professionals, particularly in relation to burnout, resilience, work-life balance, and dealing with death and grief.

Main topics

• The evolution of medical collaboration and professionalism over the past 16 years
• The shift from a hierarchical to a more collaborative environment in the emergency and recovery room
• The challenges of working with residents and students and the concept of burnout in the caring professions
• The notion of nursing as a calling, and the possibility of it leading to an expectation of self-sacrifice and a lack of boundaries
• The guilt that often accompanies saying no to extra work or shifts
• Jenn’s concept of "nursing intuition," which involves trusting her instincts to identify potential health issues in patients.
• The importance of expanding blood tests when intuition suggests something is off, even if the patient's vital signs appear normal.
• The challenges of working in a short-staffed environment, where intuition can be crucial in making decisions

You can find out more about Jenn at https://www.rxforgrowth.com/

or thorough https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-johnson-bscn-rn/ or

https://www.instagram.com/ernurse.jenn/

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