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Press play for a Leeds Sanctuary meditation encouraging you to take time to reflect on Self-Criticism. How can you be kinder to yourself?If you enjoyed this Meditation, why not visit the Meditations Library on our website, or come to our weekly Monday Mindfulness group. You can find out more about these on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukBackground Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
Press play for a Leeds Sanctuary meditation encouraging you to take time to reflect on Fear. What are you holding, and how do you process it?If you enjoyed this Meditation, why not visit the Meditations Library on our website, or come to our weekly Monday Mindfulness group. You can find out more about these on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukBackground Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emma and Anna talk to Simon Dixon, Venue Manager at Imagine Leeds. They discuss:- What Imagine Leeds is; how it started and how Simon got involved,- How Imagine Leeds has supported activism in Leeds,- How Imagine Leeds supports community voices,- Where Simon could envision Imagine Leeds going and progressing.Find out more about Imagine Leeds on their website: https://www.climateactionleeds.org.uk/discover-imagine-leedsIf you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.NOTE: We recorded this podcast in February 2026, and since then, Simon has announced that he is standing as a candidate in the May 2026 local elections. We would like to clarify that Leeds Sanctuary has no political affiliations, and is committed to building relationships with representatives from all parties serving communities in Leeds.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emily talks to Sarah Dransfield, Director of local Leeds charity, Joanna Project. They discuss:- The work of Joanna Project, - The situations that might caused women to enter the sex industry, - The barriers that sex workers face when accessing support services, - How these challenges and barriers have changed over time, and - The impact that Joanna Project has on the women they support.Find out more about Joanna Project on their website: https://joannaproject.co.uk/If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Press play for a Leeds Sanctuary meditation encouraging you to take time to reflect on Building Relationships.If you enjoyed this Meditation, why not visit the Meditations Library on our website, or come to our weekly Monday Mindfulness group. You can find out more about these on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukBackground Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
,- Creating meaningful, valued relationships, and- Holding boundaries, and adjusting and responding to other people's boundaries.Community and belonging are two important concepts underpinning everything we do at Leeds Sanctuary. If you'd like to find out more about what we do, and come to one of our activities, visit our website for more information: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk . If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emily chats with Chris Fields from St George's Crypt, a local charity which aims to end homelessness and restore lives. They discuss:- The work of St George's Crypt,- The vulnerabilities that people supported by the Crypt might arrive with,- How the issues and challenges these vulnerable people face have changed over the last 10-20 years, and- The pathway of support St George's Crypt offer.You can learn more about St George's Crypt on their website:https://www.stgeorgescrypt.org.uk/If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
stream of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, where we discuss how our Christian faith drives our work and calls us to live well in community. In this episode, Emily and Judith explore what Chaplaincy is. They discuss:- What Chaplaincy is, - How Chaplaincy differs from the role of more well-known Ministry,- What is valuable about Chaplaincy, and - The benefits for people who access this support.As a Christian charity, we at Leeds Sanctuary look to the example of Jesus to learn how to live a good life. Jesus spent his life meeting with people and getting to know them, and we aim to follow his example by giving our time, our attention and our compassion to people living, working and volunteering in the city of Leeds. All of our activities at Leeds Sanctuary are open to people of all faiths and none, and you can find out more on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukIf you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Press play for a Leeds Sanctuary meditation encouraging you to take time to reflect on your Winter Wellbeing.If you enjoyed this Meditation, why not visit the Meditations Library on our website, or come to our weekly Monday Mindfulness group. You can find out more about these on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukBackground Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emma and Anna interview Lewis Hemingway from Roadblock CIC, a community interest company which specialises in creating people-powered devices . They discuss:- How Roadblock CIC came about,- How Roadblock's original sound system is connected to the climate crisis,- How the sound system has made a difference in local communities, - How Roadblock hopes to counter stress, fear and negativity in communities, and- Roadblock's current project with our Leeds Craftivists group!You can learn more about Roadblock CIC on social media: https://www.instagram.com/roadblocksoundsystemhttps://www.facebook.com/roadblocksoundsystemIf you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
.You can find out more about our upcoming events, including our upcoming Sketch Walks, by visiting our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/events
.You can find out more about our upcoming events, including our upcoming Sketch Walks, by visiting our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/events
stream of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, where we discuss how our Christian faith drives our work and calls us to live well in community. In this episode, Emily asks City Centre Minister, Judith Marshall, what it means to follow Jesus. They discuss:- What it meant for Jesus' first disciples 2000+ years ago,- What following Jesus means for us in modern times, and - What it can be like to live in relationship with Jesus.As a Christian charity, we at Leeds Sanctuary look to the example of Jesus to learn how to live a good life. Jesus spent his life meeting with people and getting to know them, and we aim to follow his example by giving our time, our attention and our compassion to people living, working and volunteering in the city of Leeds. All of our activities at Leeds Sanctuary are open to people of all faiths and none, and you can find out more on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Press play for a Leeds Sanctuary meditation encouraging you to take time to reflect on your coping strategies for dealing with panic, anxiety and sadness in Polarised Times.If you enjoyed this Meditation, why not visit the Meditations Library on our website, or come to our weekly Monday Mindfulness group. You can find out more about these on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukBackground Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emily interviews Elizabeth Powell of local learning centre, The Dear Academy. They discuss:- Why play-based learning is so valuable,- How children benefit from play-based learning- How the confidence and resilience children build empowers them to be active citizens- How The Dear Academy can support families, teachers and schools who are already stretched, and - The value of building a healthy life-long relationship with learning.You can learn more about The Dear Academy on their website: https://www.thedearacademy.com/If you enjoy creative opportunities for learning as an adult, join one of our communities! Find out more on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/our-communitiesIf you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
art, and- How to make a start!If you'd like to get creative in a judgement-free space, why not come to Leeds Craftivists, Sip and Social, or one of our Sketch Walks? Find out more on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/our-communitiesIf you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
. They discuss:- Sarah's work as a Design Futurist- The key themes in the possible hopeful futures Sarah describes in her book- The possibilities for a less divided and polarised future, and - How we might play a part in creating the futures we want to see.To find out more about Sarah and her book, please visit her website: https://www.sarahhousley.com/ If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emily interviews Amy Hearn from 100% Digital Leeds. They discuss:- The work of the 100% Digital Leeds team- The importance of confidence and competence in using digital technologies- How digital technologies could reduce inequalities, and- How organisations can support people to build confidence and competence.You can access Digital Resources and find out about our Online Communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk . If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Press play for a Leeds Sanctuary meditation encouraging you to take time to reflect on the transition from summer to autumn.If you enjoyed this Meditation, why not visit the Meditations Library on our website, or come to our weekly Monday Mindfulness group. You can find out more about these on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukBackground Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
WHAT IS GENTLE PROTEST?In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Anna and Emma chat about Gentle Protest. They discuss:- What Gentle Protest is- Why we at Leeds Sanctuary favour Gentle Protest- The role that Gentle Protest can play in an increasingly polarised society- How you can get involved.You can find out more about our Justice-Seeking activities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/our-communities . If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
WHY IS MINDFULNESS SO GOOD FOR US?In this episode of Leeds Sanctuary's Social Solidarity Podcast, Emily and Eleanor talk about the value of Mindfulness. They discuss:- What Mindfulness is- Why people practice Mindfulness- What you can expect from a Leeds Sanctuary Mindfulness session- How you can get involvedYou can find out more about our weekly Monday Mindfulness sessions at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/monday-mindfulness . If you enjoy this podcast, let us know! Tag us on social media using the handle @leedssanctuary . With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
HOW HAVE NON-VIOLENT ACTIVISTS STOOD UP TO POWER, AND WON?In this episode of The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast, Emma speaks to Emma Goodway of The Commonweal Trust, a charity sharing a collection of printed materials on the topic of nonviolent social action. You can find out more about them and how you can support and access the library here: https://www.commonwealnonviolence.org/We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
HOW CAN WE RESPOND TO POVERTY? SHOULD WE BE MEETING NEEDS OR MAKING CHANGE?This special episode of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast is a live recording of the panel discussion from our March 2025 Social Justice Lunch in collaboration with Leeds Church Institute, entitled "Prophet or Provider: How can we end poverty in Leeds?"The panel for this event was Nic Harte from Rainbow Junktion; Georgia Whatnall from Leeds North and West Foodbank; and Jonathan Chesterman from StepChange Debt Charity. Additional Links:Social Justice Lunches: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/social-justice-lunchesLeeds Church Institute: www.lcileeds.orgRainbow Junktion: www.allhallowsleeds.org/rainbow-junktionLeeds North & West Foodbank: www.leedsnorthandwest.foodbank.org.ukStepChange: www.stepchange.orgWe hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
WHAT'S IT LIKE TO BE AN ENTHUSIAST?At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Seven, "The Enthusiast". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHAT'S IT LIKE TO BE A LOYALIST?At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Six, "The Loyalist". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHO MADE YOUR CLOTHES?This simple question is the basis of our Winter 2025 Leeds Craftivists campaign, called "Transform Trade". In this podcast episode, Emma talks to Pippa Woodhams, local artist and activist, who has a wealth of experience and knowledge on the clothing industry. Pippa shares the story of how she came to be an activist in this area, how she's been able to keep campaigning for several decades, and why we need a UK Fashion Watchdog.If you're interested in this topic, why not also read Pippa's blog: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/2025/01/07/why-transform-trade/Additional links:Leeds Craftivists: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/leedscraftivists/More about the UK Fashion Watchdog campaign: www.transform-trade.org/fashion-watchdogTransform Trade: www.transform-trade.org We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
WHAT'S IT LIKE TO BE AN INVESTIGATOR?"They're often people with very good boundaries between home and work, but sometimes this can show itself in a space of avoidance. So they'll be people who are extremely boundaried, you know where you stand with them, which is a great thing, but that can go too far... actually they've put all of these walls and boundaries up in their life and sometimes that can lead to them just feeling alone and isolated..."At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Five, "The Investigator". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Read our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHO HAS THE RIGHT TO LIVE SOMEWHERE SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE?This week, Emily talks to Jane Stageman, Chair of Pride of Place Living. Pride of Place is a charity which was set-up in response to a report done by Leeds City Council which recognised that the LGBTQ+ community in Leeds needed a community centre, and multi-generational housing. Jane shares more about why these spaces are needed, and the vision for the spaces and for our local LGBTQ+ community.If you're interested in LGBTQ+ history and/ or activism, why not join our next Sketch Walk, "Sketching Queer History"? Find out more and sign-up here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/leeds-sanctuaryAdditional links:Pride of Place Living: www.prideofplaceleeds.org.uk/home/housingPride Place: www.prideplace.org.ukWe hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE AN INDIVIDUALIST?"They're a type that really appreciate honesty and integrity, that is what you will always get from them; they will always be honest. They're sometimes called the tortured artist because they feel their emotions very acutely and they're more comfortable with negative emotions than any other type; So emotions like anger or sadness or grief, they can sit with those with far more comfort than anybody else.."At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Four, "The Individualist". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Read our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
DID YOU KNOW THAT 23% OF WOMEN CONSIDERING LEAVING THEIR JOBS BECAUSE OF THE EFFECTS OF THE MENOPAUSE?In our first Leeds Sanctuary podcast of 2025, Sam talks to Andrea Wallman from Leeds Mind about Menopause and Mental Health. Andrea shares some personal and professional experience, and talks about how Menopause can really lead women to come into their own. Additional links:NICE Guidelines (as mentioned by Andrea) - https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng23Mindwell Leeds Menopause resources - https://www.leedsmind.org.uk/new-menopause-awareness-courses/We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A CHALLENGER?"They love to challenge themselves and others. They have a huge amount of energy and are often at the forefront of bringing new things into fruition. They're people who really leave their mark and get noticed, so often you'll know if you're in the room with an 8 because they will be quite a strong and domineering presence. They have a lot of power and vitality and I think they are one of the highest energy types, so it takes a lot to tire an 8 out. They understand and use their own strength and can be very persistent. 8s really hate being controlled and they don't like anyone having power over them..."At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Eight, "The Challenger". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Read our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A HELPER?"But I guess that's part of the reason why we're doing this series, isn't it? Because if we can acknowledge that that is a potential feeling, an expression of being an Enneagram 2, then knowing that that is a red flag can be so useful because then you can step back from it and examine what your motivation is and work out how to proceed..."At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Two, "The Helper". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Read our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A PEACEMAKER?At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Nine, "The Peacemaker". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Read our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE AN ACHIEVER?“As we're having these conversations, I'm really struck by how these periods of stress, when we're aware of them, can actually be really empowering. I suppose, the ups and downs of life as they relate to places of growth and stress for our different enneagram types, when we know about them, how helpful that is, bBecause then we can go, “oh, I feel this way, that is so counter to who I usually am., why do I feel that way and how do I get out of it?”At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type Three, "The Achiever". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: leedssanctuary.org.uk/enneagram-book-club/Read our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHO TELLS OURS STORIES?In this episode of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, our Communications and Digital Lead, Emily Smith, talks to Founder and Editor of West Leeds Dispatch, John Baron. Listen to this episode to learn more about this community driven local media outlet, the changing landscape of our media, and to hear about the power of good local media.USEFUL LINKS:West Leeds Dispatch: https://westleedsdispatch.comWe hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Welcome to Leeds Sanctuary's Soundcloud page! This recording is of one of Monday Mindfulness sessions in December 2024, when Kate (our Mindfulness Practitioner) takes us through a Sitting Practice, with a Mountain Focus.If you enjoy this recording, why not join us on a Monday lunchtime for the live session? Find out more on our website: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/eventsYou'll also find more of our Meditation recordings as you scroll through this Soundcloud page.If you like what you hear, give us a follow on Facebook, Instagram or X:www.facebook.com/leedssanctuarywww.instagram.com/leedssanctuarywww.twitter.com/leedssanctuarywww.leedssanctuary.org.uk
HOW ARE YOU REALLY DOING?In this episode of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, our Wellbeing Practitioner, Sam Havis, learns about the work of local charity, The Jordan Legacy. The Jordan Legacy's mission is to move towards a society that is willing and able to do all it can to prevent suicide, through collaboration, education and awareness raising. Listen to this episode to find out what we can do as communities, and for ourselves, to better support mental health and prevent suicide. If you find the topic of suicide triggering, please do look after yourself. Perhaps you'd prefer to listen to one of our other episodes:Winter Wellbeing: https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/flourishing-winter-wellbeingEverything happens for a reason? : https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/sanctuary-everything-happens-for-a-reason?USEFUL LINKS:The Jordan Legacy: https://thejordanlegacy.comThe Leeds Sanctuary Thrive Programme: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/thrive/We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary .With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
HOW DO YOU FIND THE CHRISTMAS SEASON?This year, we at Leeds Sanctuary are acknowledging that the Christmas season can be a complicated time. We recognise that for many people, Christmas creates complicated emotions. It can be a very exciting time with opportunities for much joy, but it can also enhance feelings of grief, anxiety and loneliness. Mass celebration at a time when many are unable to celebrate, perhaps due to poverty or war, can also raise feelings of guilt, and holding these emotions together can be overwhelming and exhausting. This meditation was recorded to give you the opportunity to privately acknowledge and reflect on these emotions.We would also love to invite you to two Blue Christmas events we are running:A Blue Christmas Service, in Leeds city centre: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/leeds/mill-hill-chapel/blue-christmas/2024-12-10/17:30/t-dvroqzkA Blue Christmas Workshop, online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/online/online/blue-christmas-workshop/2024-12-17/18:00/t-mopdyeaMusic is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.Learn more about us at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A REFORMER?"And that's where the Enneagram is fascinating, and has real complexity to it, because a lot of what it's about is our core motivations... what goes on deep within us, what drives us on a day to day, what gets us out of bed in the morning, what are we working for in the big picture; how that works in the world looks so different for every person..."At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! In this podcast series, join Emily and Anna as they discuss the strengths and challenges of each Enneagram type, their core motivations and fears, defence mechanisms, and tips for being emotionally healthy over stressed and burnt out. This episode focuses on Enneagram Type One, "The Reformer". Let us know if anything you hear resonates with you!Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2024/08/08/j…am-book-clubRead our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/w…e-enneagram/Visit David Gate's website to find the Enneagram Beatitudes: https://www.davidgatepoet.com/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast, and to David Gate for his kind permission to read his poems. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
HOW DO WE ACT FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE WITHOUT BURNING OUT?Leeds Craftivists' Autumn 2024 campaign theme was "Eco-Anxiety", creating space for reflective activism grounded in hope. In this episode of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, Craftivist Leaders Emma and Anna reflect on the opening session with Jo Musker-Sherwood from The Rest of Activism, discussing their experiences of climate anxiety, and their strategies for healthy, long-term activism. We also hear from Lizzie and Eireann about the ways they manage to resist burnout.Useful Links:To read more about the Eco-Anxiety campaign: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2024/08/23/4935/For more information about Leeds Craftivists: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/leedscraftivists/To follow Leeds Craftivists on social media:www.facebook.com/leedscraftivistswww.instagram.com/leedscraftivistsTo learn more about The Rest of Activism: https://www.climateemergence.co.uk/We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary and @leedscraftivists.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast, and to Lizzie and Eireann for their reflections. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
IS PERSONALITY TYPING VALUABLE?At Leeds Sanctuary, we run popular Retreat Days and a Book Club all about The Enneagram - an ancient personality typing tool which many people still find helpful and relevant today! Join Emily and Anna as they discuss Personality Typing and The Enneagram with Jude Smith, an Enneagram Coach local to us in Leeds. We discuss the benefits of personality typing, the caution we must hold, and why we love The Enneagram.Useful links:Find out more about our ongoing Enneagram Book Club: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2024/08/08/join-the-enneagram-book-clubRead our 2021 blog about the Enneagram: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2021/12/20/what-is-the-enneagram/With special thanks to Abi Thomas at Praxis Centre for editing this podcast. Music by Purvi Dalal on Pixabay.
WHY DO YOUNG OFFENDERS RE-OFFEND, AND WHAT GIVES THEM THEIR BEST CHANCE AT REHABILITATION INTO NORMAL LIFE?In this episode of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, we’re joined by Mark Screeton, Executive Director of local charity “In2Out”, which aims to reduce reoffending among young people through their mentoring and resettlement process. Mark and Emily discuss the factors that cause young people to commit crime, what they need to rehabilitate healthily and safely upon release, and the work of In2Out. If you’ve been moved by some of the experiences Mark talks about, consider joining our Social Justice Lunches – a new community for anyone in Leeds who wants to make change happen, and meet other like-minded people. Useful Links:Find out more about In2Out: www.in2out.org.ukFind out more about Leeds Sanctuary: www.leedssanctuary.org.ukFind out more about Social Justice Lunches: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/social-justice-lunches/We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
DID YOU KNOW LEEDS HAS A STRONG HISTORY OF ACTIVISM AND NON-CONFORMITY?In this episode of the Leeds Sanctuary podcast, we're joined by "walking time capsule", local historian and artist Clifford Stead, who has a real passion for Leeds and it's history. He shares with us some of his learning about John Marshall, Victorian mill-owner; Leonora Cohen, suffragette; the anti-slavery movement in Leeds, and more. This was a really fascinating conversation which took place following an even we ran during the Heritage Open Days Festival 2024, and has inspired three Sketch Walks which we will be running in the coming months.Useful Links:For more information about our upcoming Sketch Walks with Clifford: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/eventsFor more information about Clifford's work: https://www.facebook.com/cliffordsteadartFor more information about Heritage Open Days: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thank you for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our “Sanctuary” stream, and in this episode, Emily, Sam and Tim talk about the popular platitude, "everything happens for a reason". How true is it, and how helpful is it to hear? TRIGGER WARNING: In this podcast, there is mention of premature birth and stillbirth. If these are challenging or triggering topics for you, please remember to take care of yourself.In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam discusses Burnout with Lucile Allen-Paisant, Director of Mind It and Founder of Leeds Wellbeing Week. They discuss the joys and challenges of flexible and hybrid working, connecting to joy, personality traits and what organisations might do to reduce likelihood of burnout.You can find out more about Mind It and Leeds Wellbeing Week here: https://www.mind-it.co.uk/https://www.leedswellbeingweek.co.uk/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thank you so much for choosing to listen to The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast! In this special episode, David has a chat with Revd Dr Jonathan Hustler about the Methodist Conference. Jonathan is Secretary of the Conference, which is meeting in Leeds this month (June 2024) for the first time in 30 years, and he shares some great insight into the Conference - what is it, why is it, and what does it do? If you're interested in church heritage and/or governance, or if you're a Methodist who wants to know more about this part of church life, this episode is for you!In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thank you so much for choosing to listen to The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast! In this episode of our "Justice" stream, Anna talks to Dr Sally Osei-Appiah. Sally is the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Learning & Development Manager at the University of Leeds, and she holds a PhD in Media and Communications with a focus on Women in Politics. This is a really timely conversation about the ways female politicians are portrayed in the media, with some helpful thoughts on how we can try to discern truth. Sally is also the Chair of the Black Female Academics Network, and you can learn more about that here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7203350112746512384/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You might also enjoy our Social Justice Lunches - for more information about those, visit our website: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/social-justice-lunchesWith thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode, Emily, Sam and Anna talk about "Control" - how does our perception of what we can and can't control help or hinder us? How can we healthily develop and nurture self-control as Christians?We mention the psychological concept of the Locus of Control, which you can read more about here: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-locus-of-control-2795434In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode, David interviews Paul Coleman, who helps run the East Leeds Repair Cafe. They have a great conversation about the value of the Cafe when it comes to saving money and saving irreplacable items, and it's value in being a safe place for local people. You can find out more about East Leeds Repair Cafe here: www.leedsnandemethodist.org.uk/circuit-projects/east-leeds-repair-cafe.htmlIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Welcome to Leeds Sanctuary's Soundcloud page! This recording is of one of Monday Mindfulness sessions in April 2024, when Kate (our Mindfulness Practitioner) takes us through a full Body Scan. If you enjoy this recording, why not join us on a Monday lunchtime for the live session? Find out more on our website: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/mondaymindfulness/You'll also find more of our Meditation recordings as you scroll through this Soundcloud page.If you like what you hear, give us a follow on Facebook, Instagram or X:www.facebook.com/leedssanctuarywww.instagram.com/leedssanctuarywww.twitter.com/leedssanctuarywww.leedssanctuary.org.uk
Welcome to Leeds Sanctuary's Soundcloud page! This recording is of one of Monday Mindfulness sessions in April 2024, when Kate (our Mindfulness Practitioner) takes us through some Mindful Movement. If you enjoy this recording, why not join us on a Monday lunchtime for the live session? Find out more on our website: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/mondaymindfulness/You'll also find more of our Meditation recordings as you scroll through this Soundcloud page.If you like what you hear, give us a follow on Facebook, Instagram or X:www.facebook.com/leedssanctuarywww.instagram.com/leedssanctuarywww.twitter.com/leedssanctuarywww.leedssanctuary.org.uk
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam, Anna and Emily discuss "Quiet Quitting", a topic which is being debated by both older and younger generations alike.In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
This Leeds Sanctuary meditation was recorded to give you the opportunity to reflect on Spring; how does the transition of spring affect you?If you enjoy this recording, why not join us on a Monday lunchtime for our Monday Mindfulness sessions? Find out more on our website: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/mondaymindfulness/You'll also find more of our Meditation recordings as you scroll through this Soundcloud page.If you like what you hear, give us a follow on Facebook, Instagram or X:www.facebook.com/leedssanctuarywww.instagram.com/leedssanctuarywww.twitter.com/leedssanctuarywww.leedssanctuary.org.ukMusic is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode, Anna talks to Husain from Compost-It and Emma Temple from Leeds Craftivists about the current Leeds Craftivists campaign on Food Waste. This is a really fascinating conversation covering the complexities of sustainable disposal both in general and also here, in Leeds.You can find out more about Compost-It here: https://compost-it.co.uk/And more about the Leeds Craftivists campaign on Food Waste here: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/leedscraftivists/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode, Emily talks to our Universities Chaplain, Revd Tim Nicholls, and Fiona Fidgin from the Communications Team of the Methodist Church about Inclusive Language. They ask, how can the language we use in reference to God help or hinder our understanding of God? In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode, David sits down with Becky Howcroft, a Community Organiser with Citizens UK, and Anna Bland, our Team Leader who is also the Co-Chair of Citizens in Leeds. Becky and Anna share what they love about community organising, the intersection of social justice and wellbeing, and share examples of successful campaigns which have had lasting impact for people living and working in Leeds.You can find out more about Leeds Citizens here: www.citizensuk.org/chapters/leedsFind out more about our campaigning through Leeds Craftivists here: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/leedscraftivistsIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode, Anna talks to Matthew Topham of We Own It, an organisation that campaigns for public ownership. Matthew is Lead Campaigner for Better Buses in West Yorkshire, a campaign which Leeds Craftivists have contributed to in January, February and March 2024.You can find out more about We Own It here: https://weownit.org.uk/ and follow Matthew on X here: https://twitter.com/mjhtophamYou can learn more about our Leeds Craftivists campaign here: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2024/01/17/leeds-craftivists-spring-2024-campaign-public-transportIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
This Leeds Sanctuary meditation was recorded to give you the opportunity to reflect on safety; how do we feel when we feel safe, and what do we notice about how we feel when we don't feel safe? We recognise that this can be challenging to sit with, so please do consider whether or not this might be challenging for you. Towards the end of the meditation, you will be taken through some grounding techniques which can be useful tools in times of anxiety. Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.Learn more about us at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode, David sits down with our Team Leader, Anna Bland, and Yusef from Sketch Club Social to talk about Encounters through Sketching. They discuss viewing things from different perspectives, "flow state", and the value of learning our places' histories.You can find out more about Sketch Club Social here:https://www.sketchclubleeds.com/And if you'd like to join one, visit our website for details of what's coming up: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/eventsIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode, Anna has a conversation with Mary Brandon of Asylum Matters, Emma Temple of Leeds Craftivists, and Anne, Wan, Ali and Sithembile, campaigners with lived experience the asylum system (names have been changed). They discuss the challenges of the UK asylum process, activism, and the joy to be found in community in Leeds.You can find out more about Asylum Matters here: https://asylummatters.org/And learn more about Leeds Craftivists' campaign here: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/2023/11/21/leeds-craftivists-crafting-for-sanctuary/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode, Emily talks to Russell Trudgen and Dora deGraft Aidoo Arctic Associates. Dora and Russell share their experience of working with local churches to maintain a sense of sanctuary, ensuring the building is able to serve it's local communities in an ever-changing world.You can learn more about Arctic Associates here: https://www.arctic-associates.co.uk/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
This Leeds Sanctuary meditation was recorded to encourage you to take time to savour waiting, looking for the extraordinary in the ordinary.Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.Learn more about us at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this special episode, Anna was joined by Simon Philips, Interfaith Director for the Jewish Representative Council and Vice-Chair of Leeds Faith Forum, and Kaneez Khan, Interfaith and Communities Coordinator for Wellsprings Together. Simon and Kaneez each share how the current conflict in Gaza is affecting faith communities here in Leeds, and they also reflect on the value of interfaith relationships and events, perhaps now more than ever. This is not a conversation about the events in Gaza, rather an opportunity to hear from local people about how this is affecting people in our city. In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too. If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation. We also recognise that the subject of this episode can be challenging and distressing to contemplate. Our Soundcloud page hosts a wealth of meditations which you might find helpful - please do look back through the catalogue.If you have appreciated this episode, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode, David talks to Suzette and Ian, part of the team at Leeds Dock Running Club. Their discussion covers quirky encounters, the value of running and community in their lives, and the link between exercise and mental health.Find out more about Leeds Dock Running Club here: https://www.leedsdock.com/whats-on/running-clubIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
This Leeds Sanctuary meditation was recorded to give you the opportunity to reflect on peace; encouraging you to notice what's going on around you, and within you. Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-musicHere is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.Learn more about us at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam talks to Becky Hall, a leadership and life coach, and author of the book "The Art of Enough". This is Part 2 of Sam and Becky's conversation - if you missed the first half, you can find that here: https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/flourishing-the-art-of-enoughYou can learn more about Becky's work at her website: presence.uk.netIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam talks to Becky Hall, a leadership and life coach, and author of the book "The Art of Enough". You can learn more about Becky's work at her website: https://presence.uk.netIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This episode is Part II of a two-part episode under our Sanctuary and Justice themes, where Anna and Emily discuss Toxic Masculinity, Misogyny and Modern Slavery with Deacon Kerry Scarlett. TRIGGER WARNING: In each episode of this two part podcast, there is non-graphic discussion of trauma, abuse and issues of safeguarding.At the time of sharing, Kerry is the Vice-President of the Methodist Conference, and prior to this, her career has included ministry, workplace chaplaincy and the development of the West Midlands Anti-Slavery Network and the Adavu Project, a Birmingham District project supporting survivors of modern slavery.Additional links:westmidlandsantislavery.org/www.adavu.org.uk/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This episode is Part I of a two-part episode under our Sanctuary and Justice themes, where Anna and Emily discuss Toxic Masculinity, Misogyny and Modern Slavery with Deacon Kerry Scarlett. TRIGGER WARNING: In each episode of this two part podcast, there is non-graphic discussion of trauma, abuse and issues of safeguarding. At the time of sharing, Kerry is the Vice-President of the Methodist Conference, and prior to this, her career has included ministry, workplace chaplaincy and the development of the West Midlands Anti-Slavery Network and the Adavu Project, a Birmingham District project supporting survivors of modern slavery. Additional links:https://westmidlandsantislavery.org/https://www.adavu.org.uk/In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode, David has a conversation with the Rt Revd Arun Arora, Bishop of Kirkstall in the Diocese of Leeds. Bishop Arun shares some of his story of coming to Christianity, and they have an open discussion about uncomfortable encounters in the church - from calling out injustice and speaking truth to those in power, to experiences of racism and lack of diversity in the Church.In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the At What Cost podcast series, a series of discussions where we hear about how real people are being affected by the Cost of Living Crisis. In this episode, Emily and Tori sit with Revd Ian Rutherford of Central Hall Manchester and Jacob Quagliozzi, Director for England of Housing Justice. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
At What Cost is a collaboration between Leeds Sanctuary, the Methodist Church in Leeds City Centre, and the Methodist Church in Manchester and Stockport. You can find us at:
www.leedssanctuary.org.uk www.mandsmethodists.org.uk www.methodistcentralbuildings.org.uk www.housingjustice.org.uk/
Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Muza Production from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam talks to Fabienne Vailes, an expert on wellbeing in education. In this second half of their discussion, they talk about mental health and education, spiritual health and parenting older children. If you haven't listened to Part I yet, you can find it here: https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/flourishing-the-flourishing-student-part-i
You can learn more about Fabienne's work and access free resources at her website: www.flourishingstudent.com
In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.
We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the At What Cost podcast series, a series of discussions where we hear about how real people are being affected by the Cost of Living Crisis. In this episode, Emily and Tori discuss Chronic Illness and Disability with Laura Neale, Director of YouBelong. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
At What Cost is a collaboration between Leeds Sanctuary, the Methodist Church in Leeds City Centre, and the Methodist Church in Manchester and Stockport. You can find us at:
www.leedssanctuary.org.uk www.mandsmethodists.org.uk www.twitter.com/YouBelong_2019 www.facebook.com/youbelong2019
Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Muza Production from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam talks to Fabienne Vailes, an expert on wellbeing in education. In this first half of their discussion, they talk about what flourishing really looks like, and ask who are we in this garden called life?
You can learn more about Fabienne's work and access free resources at her website: www.flourishingstudent.com
In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.
We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the At What Cost podcast series, a series of discussions where we hear about how real people are being affected by the Cost of Living Crisis. In this episode, Emily talks to Emma Greenough, Fundraising Manager of The Welcome Centre in Huddersfield, about Food Banks. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
At What Cost is a collaboration between Leeds Sanctuary, the Methodist Church in Leeds City Centre, and the Methodist Church in Manchester and Stockport. You can find us at:
www.leedssanctuary.org.uk www.mandsmethodists.org.uk
Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Muza Production from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode, David talks to Angela Levitt-Harwood, North East Chaplain at Railway Mission. Angela shares some of what led her to chaplaincy, and tells us about the railway community and the support that Railway Mission make available to anyone working or travelling on the trains.
In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.
We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. You can find more information about Leeds Sanctuary and our communities at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the At What Cost podcast series, a series of discussions where we hear about how real people are being affected by the Cost of Living Crisis. In this episode, Emily sat down with Samantha Price, Manager of the Wharfedale & Aireborough Christians Against Poverty Centre. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk.
At What Cost is a collaboration between Leeds Sanctuary, the Methodist Church in Leeds City Centre, and the Methodist Church in Manchester and Stockport. You can find us at:
www.leedssanctuary.org.uk www.mandsmethodists.org.uk
Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Muza Production from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode, Emily was joined by Mike Wildsmith of Bethesda Evangelical Church in Warrington, and Chaplain at Leeds Rhinos. Mike shares some of his journey to being a full-time pastor, and the value of skills learnt in his early career.
In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.
We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.
With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the At What Cost podcast series, a series of discussions where we hear about how real people are being affected by the Cost of Living Crisis. In this episode, Tori has a conversation with Rachael Bate of Stretford and Urmston Methodists. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2023/05/23/at-what-cost-a-conversation-about-community-cafesAt What Cost is a collaboration between Leeds Sanctuary, the Methodist Church in Leeds City Centre, and the Methodist Church in Manchester and Stockport. You can find us at:www.leedssanctuary.org.ukwww.mandsmethodists.org.ukThanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Muza Production from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode, Anna was joined by Kirsty Tucker, Community Leader of Plastic Free North West Leeds, to discuss Water Quality.Additional links:Plastic Free NW Leeds: https://www.facebook.com/groups/445179769665354/Surfers Against Sewage: https://www.sas.org.ukIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation. We hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. If you are moved to take action following some of the discussion, head to our website for details of how you can join the Leeds Craftivists campaign: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2023/04/19/leeds-craftivists-wont-water-down-the-truth-about-sewage-pollutionWith thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the At What Cost podcast series, a series of discussions where we hear about how real people are being affected by the Cost of Living Crisis. In this first episode, we ask why the Cost of Living Crisis should matter to Christians, speaking to Anna Bland, Team Leader of Leeds Sanctuary, and Revd Ian Rutherford of Central Hall Methodist Church in Manchester. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/2023/05/18/at-what-cost-a-theological-perspectiveAt What Cost is a collaboration between Leeds Sanctuary, the Methodist Church in Leeds City Centre, and the Methodist Church in Manchester and Stockport. You can find us at:www.leedssanctuary.org.ukwww.mandsmethodists.org.ukIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Muza Production from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode Emily speak to Warren Evans, CEO of Sports Chaplaincy UK, about Faith and Mental Health. In May 2023, Warren will be undertaking The 5 Peak Challenge, raising awareness of mental health and fundraising for Sports Chaplaincy UK. You can read more about that here: https://sportschaplaincy.org.uk/fivepeakIn life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode Sam, Anna and David have a "round table" discussion about conflict resolution.In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage you to consider what your perspective is too! If anything in this podcast gets you thinking, you’d be more than welcome to get in touch with us for more information or a conversation.Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode, Anna was joined by Dwayne Hutchinson, Faith and Racial Justice Lead at Leeds Church Institute.Additional Links:Leeds Church Institute - https://lcileeds.orgLeeds Asylum Seekers' Support Network - https://lassn.org.ukWe hope you enjoy this podcast; if you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. If you are moved to take action following some of the discussion, head to our website for suggestions of ways you can affect change: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/2023/03/23/the-leeds-sanctuary-podcast-racial-justice/With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode, Sam and Anna discuss Toxic Positivity and Toxic Negativity; forms of being dishonest with ourselves which over time can become harmful.Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode Emily and David reflect on Advent and the balance of "being" and "doing", ahead of Lent.The Lent resources we anticipate releasing in our chat are now available through our social media channels; find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube at @leedssanctuary.Thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and this week, Anna was joined by Grace Hills, a permaculture artist and one of the Leeds Craftivists' leaders, living in North Leeds. We are thankful to Grace for sharing some of her learning and views on Biodiversity, the new quarterly campaign for the Craftivists, and especially for her openness in sharing some of her story of chronic illness and mental health.Additional Links:https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/leedscraftivistsWe hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuaryWith thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, David talks to Ross Maloney, CEO of Ramblers, about Encounter and The Great Outdoors. They discuss the different encounters which can be found through being outside, how spirituality can be practiced and nurtured outside, and how valuable time outdoors is for breaking up the work day.Additional Links:Ramblers UK - www.ramblers.org.ukWe hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuaryWith thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode, Anna talks to Revd Heston Groenewald of All Hallows Church in Hyde Park about the Cost of Living Crisis and the effect it's having on communities local to us in Leeds.Helpful Links:Rainbow Junktion: https://www.allhallowsleeds.org/rainbow-junktionThanks so much to Heston for his time recording this podcast, and thanks also to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode David will be discussing Encounter and Community with Ed Carlisle, local Councillor for Hunslet and Riverside. They discuss the impact of different forms of encounter on community, and David reflects on a passage from the New Testament.We hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuaryWith thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode Emily, Anna and Sam reflect on a recent visit to The New Room in Bristol, and the relevance of the Methodist movement for people today.Helpful Links:The New Room: https://www.newroombristol.org.uk/There is Room campaign: https://thereisroom.co.uk/With thanks to The New Room for hosting us on our recent trip, our Methodist colleagues who met with us in Bristol, and Gary Best, whose notes on The Wesleys and The New Room were so informative for us. Thanks also to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Flourishing" stream, and in this episode Sam, Anna and Emily discuss wellbeing in the winter.We hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary.With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Sanctuary" stream, and in this episode Emily and Anna discuss John 10:10, and what Jesus may have meant by "abundant life".We hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary. With thanks to Baile and Naomi of Sable Radio for their assistance with recording this podcast, and Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Encounter" stream, and in this episode David will be discussing Encounter and Isolation with Sharron Bright, the Community Inclusion Officer from the Canal & River Trust in Leeds. David also takes us through a reflection based on a passage from Mark's Gospel. Helpful links:Leeds Dock Community Drop-In: www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/leeds-dock-community-drop-in/We hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuaryWith thanks to Baile and Naomi of Sable Radio for their assistance with recording this podcast, and Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
Thanks for choosing the Leeds Sanctuary podcast! This is our "Justice" stream, and in this episode we'll be hearing from Hannah Fremont-Brown at the Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT) on the Cost of Living Crisis, and the Enough to Live campaign.
Helpful Links: Enough To Live campaign - https://jpit.uk/enoughtolive JPIT website - https://jpit.uk/ Leeds Craftivists - https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/communities/leedscraftivists
You can follow the work of JPIT here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PublicIssues @PublicIssues Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/public.issues/ @public.issues Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jointpublicissues @jointpublicissues
With thanks to Baile and Naomi of Sable Radio for their assistance with recording this podcast, and Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast. Music by Stockaudios from Pixabay.
We hope you enjoy this podcast. If you do, please share it and tag us on social media at @leedssanctuary
Our theme for this month is Creation, and this meditation aims to give you the opportunity to ponder your connection to the natural world. Can you relate to the idea of nature giving a sense of connection and refreshment?
Photo by James Genchi on Unsplash. Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
Learn more about us at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk
This month's meditation was recorded to give you the opportunity to reflect on your identity. Take 12 minutes pause to ask how you define yourself, and how you feel about the labels you give yourself.
If listening to this podcast raises something that you'd like to talk through with someone, below is some information about mental health services:
Mindwell Leeds - https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/ Mindwell Leeds Listening Services -https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/i-need-help-now#/i-want-to-talk-to-someone NHS "My Wellbeing College" - https://bmywellbeingcollege.nhs.uk/information-support/about-mywellbeingcollege/
24-hour Crisis Support: West Yorkshire Mental Health Helpline - 0800 183 0558 Samaritans - 116 123 NHS Direct - 111
Photo by Giorgio Trovato on UnSplash. Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
Learn more about us at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk
We at Leeds Sanctuary have recently published a book of meditations and images curated by local artist, Shaeron Caton Rose. This is a recording of our book launch, including an interview with Shaeron about the process of writing the book, and some reflections about the impact of the book from the facilitators of a local women's inter-faith group.
To learn more about the book and buy your copy, please head to our website: https://leedssanctuary.org.uk/2022/05/09/everyday-sacrament/
Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast; and many thanks also to our guests Shaeron Caton Rose (https://www.shaeron.com/); Siglum Publishing; Jenny and Shamim; and Leeds Church Institute (https://lcileeds.org/)
We've recorded this meditation in celebration of World Meditation Day. Explore the value of meditation, taking the opportunity to be still and enjoy a short visualisation.
Photo by Opollo Photography on Unsplash.
Music is Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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With thanks to Matt at MC Online Events for editing this podcast.
This meditation from Tim at The Blackbird Project is for anyone who ever experiences judgmental thoughts; criticism that is never balanced, but always puts you at fault.
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This is a semi-guided meditation written and recorded by Tim at The Blackbird Project, inviting you to make sure your body is "grounded" before offering the opportunity to be still and silent.
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Our friend Tim from Blackbird Mindfulness has recorded this guided meditation for us entitled "Always Angry?". It was written to support you in examining emotions that may feel like they are always with you.
If you enjoy this Meditation, we would love to welcome you to our "Monday Mindfulness" sessions, please visit our website for more details.
Photo by Andrew Haimerl(andrewnef)on Unsplash.
We are delighted to be able to release this mindfulness practice from our friend, Tim at Blackbird Mindfulness, which aims to give an opportunity for finding Stillness.
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We are delighted to be able to release this guided meditation from our friend, Tim at Blackbird Mindfulness, which is focused on Labelling. This is a valuable practice for those with busy minds, empowering you to defuse your thoughts and take control.
This month's guided meditation is a chance for you to consider "Home"; the place where many of us find ourselves spending more of our time at this time of year. Our meditations are inspired by mindfulness and ancient Christian contemplative practices.
Photo by Kristin Ellis on Unsplash
Music is: White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
We are delighted to be able to release this guided meditation from our friend, Tim at Blackbird Mindfulness, which is focussed on Self-Compassion. This is an invitation to notice what you need right now, and to consider how you can best take care of yourself.
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This month's guided meditation is a chance for you to consider New Beginnings, which we often have a sense of at this time of year. Our meditations are inspired by mindfulness and ancient Christian contemplative practices.
Photo by Rowan Freeman on Unsplash
Music is: White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
This month's guided meditation is a chance for you to consider what it means to have flow in your life. Our meditations are inspired by mindfulness and ancient Christian contemplative practices.
Image by Christoffer Engstrom from Unsplash
Music is: White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation about what it means to flourish in a time when things feel unsettled and changeable. It is based on Christian spirituality and ideas around holistic wellbeing.
Image by Sandro Gonzalez
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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A meditation about the emotion of joy. How can you bring more joy toy our life?
These reflections are influenced by mindfulness and Christian forms of meditation, created for people of all faiths and none.
Image by Mohamed Nohassi
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Mindfulness pillar 7 is 'Letting Go'. This week Tim walks us through what it means to have a mindset of letting things go and focusing on the present moment.
Image by Angele Kamp
Each month we release another attitude of mindfulness. This month we look at the attitude of acceptance. Helping us to be aware and accept the present moment for what it is.
These mindfulness podcast are done by Tim of Blackbird Mindfulness.
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A guided reflection on how we find and keep balance in our lives. These reflections are influenced by mindfulness and Christian forms of meditation, created for people of all faiths and none. There is a stilling exercise, a time of quiet and then a few reflections on the theme of finding balance.
Images by Piret Ilver from Unsplash.
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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Another in our series introducing the attitudes of mindfulness. This time Tim introduces us to the attitude of non-striving.
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A reflection about time, how we use it and why we worry about it. There is a stilling exercise, a time of silence and a reflection to get you thinking.
Image by Aron Visuals from Unsplash.
Music is: White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A three minute mindful moment can be used at anytime when you need to ground yourself. It is a great way to start a meeting or an event with a mindful moment. A gentle stilling exercise that helps peoiple focus on the current moment.
Music is: Concentration by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3536-concentration License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Image is by Beth Hope on Unsplash
The fourth in our series of podcasts exploring the pillars of mindfulness. This one is all about Trust. Tim from Blackbird Minfulness takes us through a mindfulness session explainging the key elements in this this series.
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A recorded reflection about 'Wonder'. We consider where we can find wonder in dark times and how important those feelings can be to keeping us going. This is inspired by mindfulness and Christian contemplative practices.
Photo by Francesco Ungaro
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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A podcast introducing us to the pillars of mindfulness. This is the third pilar which is Beginners Mind. Tim of Blackbird Mindfulness encourages us to stay open to wonder and opportunities.
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A reflection about hope, we are all searching for hope to get us through difficult times. Influenced by mindfulness and meditation practices to give you a time of stillness and reflection in the midst of the busy-ness.
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Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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Tim of Blackbird Mindfulness takes us through the second attitude to foster in mindfulness of 'non-judging'. This series of podcasts on the pillars of mindfulness gives us a chance to try mindfulness for the first time or to learn more about it if you have tried it before.
This month Tim encourages us to notice when we are judging things as good or bad. He offers us a space of silence and gently guides us and encourages us through the practice.
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A guided meditation about the power of creativity for positive change. We explore it as an outlet in difficult times, as a way of connecting with one another and asking for the world we want to see. There is a stilling exercise, some time of silence and some reflections to ponder.
Image is by Sharon McCutcheon from Unsplash
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
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Tim of Blackbird mindfulness takes us through the first of the pillars of mindfulness this month, patience. This series of podcasts on the pillars of mindfulness gives us a chance to try mindfulness for the first time or to learn more about it.
This month Tim encourages us to foster an attitude of patience and talks us through the value of this. He also suggests listening to the basic sitting practice which can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/leedsmethodistmission/simple-sitting-practice.
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This podcast has been especially created for using when you go on a walk to your favourite bit of nature. It encourages you to prayerfully notice what is around you, be grateful for it and reflect on why you love that particular place. It is a stand alone podcast created in partnership with Leeds South and West Methodist Circuit.
The photo is by Irene Strong from Unsplash.
The music is: Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…piano-music/
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Struggling with the second lockdown? Take 10 minutes to listen to this gentle reflection about this challening time for all. We invite you to reflect on what your coping strategies will be.
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-relaxing-piano-music/
Here is the creative commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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In this podcast Tim of Blackbird Mindfulness takes us through the basic mindfulness sitting technique: feet, seat, hands and breath. This technique will be used throughout the series of podcasts on the pillars of mindfulness.
A new set of podcasts taking us through the pillars of mindfulness with Tim Moore of Blackbird Mindfulness. In this podcast Tim introduces us to the pillars of mindfulness and what we can expect from this series.
A meditation for anyone who needs to focus or is struggling with their concentration.
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Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…piano-music/
Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation on the city of Leeds, which is our home, and maybe yours too.
Photo by Gary Butterfield on Unsplash
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-relaxing-piano-music/
Here is the creative commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation for peace and justice. Reflecting on their co-dependent relationship with one another and exploring how we can find peace when there is still so much injustice in the world.
Photo by Dingzeyu Li on Unsplash
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation for activists, helping them find moments of peace and quiet. Times of rest and reflection keep you energised and make sure you don't burn out.
Photo by Max van den Oetelaar on Unsplash
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-re…-piano-music
Here is the creative commons license: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation exploring our own wellbeing. We start with a stilling exercise being thankful for the different areas of our lives and then have some time of quiet meditation, a reflection and a poem.
The poem is 'Calm Is All Nature As A Resting Wheel' by William Wordsworth
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-relaxing-piano-music
Here is the creative commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A meditation focusing on the beauty of the natural world. It starts with a stilling exercise and there are a couple of reflective readings.
Photo by Lukasz Szmigiel on Unsplash
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-relaxing-piano-music/
Here is the creative commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation with the theme of loneliness. A stilling exercise followed by some quiet reflection with music and readings.
If you are struggling with loneliness you can call the Mind infoline for signposting and information 0300 123 3393 or call the Samaritans for a listening ear 116 123.
Mind have some tips and information on this page: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/loneliness/about-loneliness/
Photo by Jeremy Cai on Unsplash
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-relaxing-piano-music/
Here is the creative commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A guided meditation for a time of pandemic. A chance for stilling down and letting your anxieties go. There is a stilling exercise, music and a couple of readings relevant for a time such as this.
Music is:
White by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4626-white
Relaxing Piano Music by Kevin MacLeod on a creative commons license: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4273-relaxing-piano-music/
Here is the creative commons license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/