Let's Talk Conflict: Recent Episodes
Leap Confronting Conflict
A group of young Care Experts have teamed up with Leap Confronting Conflict to share their experiences of the UK care system. They discuss what needs to change, what they wish they knew when they were in care, and give advice around wellbeing, relationships, and preparing for adulthood.
Thanks to the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, Kurt and Magda Stern Foundation, Rayne Foundation and Treebeard Trust for funding this project.
Thank you to Helena Webb for editing the podcast, and to Eleanor Ngai for designing the cover image.
Most importantly, thank you to Aíne, Alice, Ashley, Evie, George, Jade, Leanne, Shenika, Tiff and Will for sharing your stories and for your passion to create change in the care system.
This podcast is dedicated to Will, who was a big part of the group and who very sadly passed away in July. Will brought such wisdom, insight and humour, and has left a lasting legacy through this podcast.
Some of the issues discussed in the podcast may be triggering, so we encourage you to look after yourself and to reach out for support if you need it.
We'd love to hear from you - get in touch with the group by email on letstalkconflict@leapcc.org.uk. Or, you can find us on social media @leap_cc
In this episode, the group explore how they would redesign the care system. They speak about some of the best practice happening in the care system, and reflect on the core values and principles that a new system should be built on. Reflecting on their experiences, the group identify the biggest issues that are failing young people in the care system, and what needs to be in place to support young people to thrive.
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In this episode, the group take a deep dive into their experiences with charities, and how different organisations have helped and influenced theirs lives, all the way from personal to professional development.
They reflect on some of the common misconceptions and stigma around being involved with charities. Find out about the group’s favourite charities and organisations, and ways in which they might be able to support and empower you too.
Charities signposted in the episode:
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/
https://becomecharity.org.uk/
https://www.nyas.net/
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/
https://coramvoice.org.uk/
https://www.reesfoundation.org/
In this episode the group are joined by two guests who are both care experienced, and who now work with young people in the care system: Jamie - a psychotherapist, and Mary - a care-experienced trainer, adviser and advocate.
The group explore how different behaviours manifest when a young person has experienced trauma, rejection and abandonment. They also discuss the importance of relationships when healing from trauma, as well as some tools to support yourself and those around you.
See below for the organisations, support networks and resources signposted during the episode:
https://www.reesfoundation.org/ask-jan-membership.html
https://www.nice.org.uk/about/what-we-do/our-programmes/nice-advice/iapt
https://freepsychotherapynetwork.com/
https://hubofhope.co.uk/
https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/iapt/
https://www.jamiecrabbtherapy.com/post/exploring-feeling-emotions-resources
https://insighttimer.com/vimalasara/guided-meditations/five-basic-needs-of-the-heart-for-emotional-trauma-and-self-soothing
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In this episode, the group explore access to mental health services and some of the barriers for care experienced young people. They are joined by a special guest - Alice Philips is a PhD researcher specialising in care experienced young people's access to mental health support.
The group discuss what support is already out there; what the flaws are in the current systems; and some of the potential solutions that could lead the way to better mental health support for care experienced young people.
You can find support with the following organisations and helplines which are mentioned during the episode:
https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/
https://www.nyas.net/
https://becomecharity.org.uk/get-information/mental-health-and-wellbeing/
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/helplines/
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In this episode the group discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of relationships. They explore red flags, boundary setting, self-worth, and understanding what you want, need and deserve from relationships. They also share some of the positive tools and skills they have learnt from their own experiences, so you can feel more equipped to build and keep healthy relationships.
If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, you can find support from the following organisations:
https://www.paladinservice.co.uk/
https://www.womensaid.org.uk/
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-how-to-get-help
You can also refer to the power and control wheel, created by Ellen Pence, Michael Paymar and Coral McDonald. Although this isn't an exhaustive list of types of abuse, we hope that this model can help to inform you about what forms abuse can take, and possibly help you to identify if you are in an abusive relationship. We encourage you to reach out to one of the organisations above if you need support.
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As care experienced people, we often find that we aren't encouraged to have aspirations and to dream big about where we want to be in the future.
In this episode, We explore our individual meanings of success, how we measure it and how to make success work for you. We explain why our care experience does not limit our aspirations or influence how we define success.
Season 2 is here! This time, it's all about personal development. This trailer will give you a taste of what to expect from our group of Care Experts over the next six episodes...
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In this Christmas Special, the group reflect on their own experiences of Christmas while growing up. They discuss some of the challenging aspects of Christmas, and share their thoughts on how to make Christmas as fun and positive as possible. Stay tuned until the end to join the group for a Christmas Quiz!
Visit https://christmasdayrichmond.com/ to be involved in a Christmas Day Dinner, and other opportunities for care experienced young people over the Christmas period.
If you are struggling this Christmas, you can visit Samaritans for support: https://www.samaritans.org/
Thank you for listening and we wish you a happy and healthy Christmas and New Year!
In this episode, the group reflect on the process of co-producing a podcast. They share some of the challenges of co-production, what has worked well and what we have learned over the past year.
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In this episode, the group discuss their experiences of moving from care to independence, what they found useful and what they found challenging. They cover many different aspects of independence, from money, bills and budgeting, to who you can go to for support, and navigating volunteering, employment and university.
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In this episode, the group share how they have navigated different relationships and the conflict that comes with them. They discuss how different relationships have impacted them both positively and negatively whilst growing up. They explore family relationships, relationships with friends and romantic relationships.
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In this episode, the group are joined by two Leap Trainers with experience of the care system. Together, they discuss what needs to change in the system, sharing their experiences, reflections and priorities for the Care Review which is happening in England.
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In this episode, the group explore the conflict that they experienced with social workers while they were in care. The foundations of a relationship between a young person and their social worker should be trust, honesty, empathy and understanding, but too often these things are missing. Listen to hear the group's perspectives on what makes an ideal social worker.
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How well do you know yourself? In this episode, the group explore the relationships they have with themselves. They look back at the relationships they had with their younger selves and how they have developed and improved these relationships. They share tips and tricks on how to create a positive mental environment, how to love yourself, and the advice they would give to their younger selves. We invite you to join the group on their journey in pursuit of understanding who they really are - you might even learn a thing or to about yourself on the way.. #ConflictBuildsCharacter
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In this episode, our group of Care Experts talk openly and honestly about their personal relationships and experiences with conflict and how they navigate it. They also share some useful tips and tricks for managing conflict yourself.
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This trailer will give you a taste of what to expect from our group of Care Experts over the next six episodes...
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