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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I’m joined by wellness teacher Alexis Colantonio for an honest conversation about moving through divorce, overwhelm and worst-case thinking.

Alexis shares how asking for support helped her find perspective – and how noticing anxious thoughts as thoughts, rather than facts, made room for calm, creativity and new possibilities.

We talk about being okay even when life doesn’t match the picture we thought we needed, and how curiosity can help us see beyond the mental “glass walls” we run into.

Alexis also reflects on turning a difficult experience into children’s books about resilience, and offers a simple reminder for anyone struggling: reach out to a friend. Connection isn’t weakness; it’s part of being human.

Website: www.purenaturalliving.com

Substack: https://purenaturalliving.substack.com

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ARMHHit-Liw

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I have written four books. The first is a book about what I’ve learned from the first 80 episodes of the podcast called "Simple Reflections: Seeing What’s Already There ". The other three are a serries: “The Leadership Field Manual: Create Space. Build Connection. Lead with Intent.”; “The Wellbeing Field Manual: Stay Steady. Sustain Clarity. Thrive Under Pressure.”; and “The Understanding Field Manual: Understand Thought. Question Identity. Expand Meaning.” All are available on Amazon and if you’d like to learn more about them you can visit my webpage: https://simplicityinmind.co.uk/books

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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I speak with Stuart Anderson MP about military service, trauma, recovery and the courage to be vulnerable.

Stuart shares his journey from being a young Rifleman and suffering a life-changing gunshot wound, through years of PTSD, alcohol misuse and suicidal thoughts, to rebuilding his life with the support of his family, faith and professional help.

We also discuss leadership, purpose, family, sobriety, public service and the importance of ensuring that no veteran or serving Rifleman faces crisis alone. Listeners may also remember my 2025 conversation with Stuart’s wife, Sarah, who shared her perspective on living with PTSD within the family: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2132149/episodes/16817147

As we cover quite a bit of potentially upsetting and difficult territory, I thought I’d share some links to helpful organisations:

· If you’re a member of the RIFLES family – The Always a Rifleman Programme (https://theriflesnetwork.co.uk/page/aarp) runs a 24 hour emergency phone line staffed by former Riflemen: 0800 470 0941

· Starting points for other military charities:

o The Royal British Legion: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/

o SSAFA: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/

· Civilian help points in the UK

o The Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/talk-us-phone/ or 116 123

o Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/

o Shout: https://giveusashout.org/ – a text based service for those who don’t want to speak to someone

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ENpNfF-c-Nc

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I have written four books. The first is a book about what I’ve learned from the first 80 episodes of the podcast called "Simple Reflections: Seeing What’s Already There ". The other three are a serries: “The Leadership Field Manual: Create Space. Build Connection. Lead with Intent.”; “The Wellbeing Field Manual: Stay Steady. Sustain Clarity. Thrive Under Pressure.”; and “The Understanding Field Manual: Understand Thought. Question Identity. Expand Meaning.” All are available on Amazon and if you’d like to learn more about them you can visit my webpage: https://simplicityinmind.co.uk/books

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by ...

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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I speak with Natasha Swerdloff about the Three Principles, her work as president of the Three Principles Global Community, and the shift from pressure-based work to a more easeful, reflective way of living.

We explore how she’s helping expand a global community, why she co-wrote Life Can Be Easier Than You Think with Dicken Bettinger, and how she uses simple language to make deep ideas accessible.

Natasha also shares insights on stress, inner rest, inclusion, and the power of creating space for people to reflect and speak openly.

We also discuss trust, quiet reflection, and the upcoming Three Principles Global Community gathering in August: https://3pgc.org/vancouver-2026/

Website: https://3p-skolen.dk/

Book: Life Can Be Easier Than You Think by Natasha Swerdolff and Dicken Bettinger: https://amzn.eu/d/06Vw9Rc5

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MxAxmwAalg8

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I have written four books. The first is a book about what I’ve learned from the first 80 episodes of the podcast called "Simple Reflections: Seeing What’s Already There ". The other three are a serries: “The Leadership Field Manual: Create Space. Build Connection. Lead with Intent.”; “The Wellbeing Field Manual: Stay Steady. Sustain Clarity. Thrive Under Pressure.”; and “The Understanding Field Manual: Understand Thought. Question Identity. Expand Meaning.” All are available on Amazon and if you’d like to learn more about them you can visit my webpage: https://simplicityinmind.co.uk/books

Support the show: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/products/simple-reflections-podcast

The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by ...