The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments

In this conversation with Naomi Murphy and David Jones Neil shares the raw reality of adopting two siblings in 2023 in this heartfelt episode. From navigating the invasive process to managing the emotional rollercoaster, Neil provides honest insights into a journey many find daunting but rarely talk about openly. If you're considering adoption or simply curious about the unseen side of creating a unique family, this episode offers invaluable perspectives.
Key Topics Covered:
Neil’s motivation for writing his book after adopting two siblings
The emotional challenges of the adoption process and post-placement realities
How the system's focus on children can overlook the feelings of adoptive parents
The impact of trauma responses and differentiating normal toddler behavior from trauma signals
Strategies for managing the stress and emotional numbness during early parenting
The significance of the two-week rule for coping with work stress and family challenges
The disparities in emotional experiences between adoptive parents and their attachment journeys
Insights into the training social workers receive and its focus on worst-case scenarios
Neil’s thoughts on the fairness of resource allocation in fertility treatments
The importance of humour and resilience in processing difficult life experiences
Neil’s involvement in organizing a wellbeing festival and his interest in mental health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Neil’s story: from infertility to adoption and writing his book
 
02:17 - Challenges of the adoption process and systemic focus on protecting children
 
05:03 - Why Neil decided to document his journey for others
 
09:32 - The emotional complexity of IVF and the invasive procedures involved
 
12:32 - Feelings of fairness and resource disparity in fertility treatments
 
15:51 - Managing stress: the two-week rule for coping with family and work challenges
 
18:22 - Improving adoption training and system efficiency
 
24:52 - Differentiating trauma responses from normal behaviour in children
 
27:36 - The emotional numbness during initial parenting and its protective role
 
29:52 - How different attachment experiences influence adoptive parents' journeys
 
38:28 - Addressing unspoken gratitude and the myths of family obligations
 
41:28 - The role of humour in Neil’s approach to life’s difficulties
 
43:19 - Decision-making style and embracing uncertainty in challenging situations
 
46:26 - Neil’s journey into being a published author and his involvement in the wellbeing festival
 
48:19 - Final thoughts and key takeaways
Notable Quotes:
"The process is very child focused, but understanding your own feelings is a whole other conversation."
"You have to think of adoption as a long game—it's about forming attachments slowly, not instant bonds."

In this conversation with Naomi Murphy and David Jones Neil shares the raw reality of adopting two siblings in 2023 in this heartfelt episode. From navigating the invasive process to managing the emotional rollercoaster, Neil provides honest insights into a journey many find daunting but rarely talk about openly. If you're considering adoption or simply curious about the unseen side of creating a unique family, this episode offers invaluable perspectives.
Key Topics Covered:
Neil’s motivation for writing his book after adopting two siblings
The emotional challenges of the adoption process and post-placement realities
How the system's focus on children can overlook the feelings of adoptive parents
The impact of trauma responses and differentiating normal toddler behavior from trauma signals
Strategies for managing the stress and emotional numbness during early parenting
The significance of the two-week rule for coping with work stress and family challenges
The disparities in emotional experiences between adoptive parents and their attachment journeys
Insights into the training social workers receive and its focus on worst-case scenarios
Neil’s thoughts on the fairness of resource allocation in fertility treatments
The importance of humour and resilience in processing difficult life experiences
Neil’s involvement in organizing a wellbeing festival and his interest in mental health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Neil’s story: from infertility to adoption and writing his book
 
02:17 - Challenges of the adoption process and systemic focus on protecting children
 
05:03 - Why Neil decided to document his journey for others
 
09:32 - The emotional complexity of IVF and the invasive procedures involved
 
12:32 - Feelings of fairness and resource disparity in fertility treatments
 
15:51 - Managing stress: the two-week rule for coping with family and work challenges
 
18:22 - Improving adoption training and system efficiency
 
24:52 - Differentiating trauma responses from normal behaviour in children
 
27:36 - The emotional numbness during initial parenting and its protective role
 
29:52 - How different attachment experiences influence adoptive parents' journeys
 
38:28 - Addressing unspoken gratitude and the myths of family obligations
 
41:28 - The role of humour in Neil’s approach to life’s difficulties
 
43:19 - Decision-making style and embracing uncertainty in challenging situations
 
46:26 - Neil’s journey into being a published author and his involvement in the wellbeing festival
 
48:19 - Final thoughts and key takeaways
Notable Quotes:
"The process is very child focused, but understanding your own feelings is a whole other conversation."
"You have to think of adoption as a long game—it's about forming attachments slowly, not instant bonds."

In this conversation Naomi Murphy and David Jones explore how systems thinking, internal family systems, and leadership mindset shifts can transform organizations from within. Francisco Baptista shares insights on addressing systemic dysfunction, fostering resilience, and the power of small interventions to create culture change.
In this episode:
The significance of systemic and relational approaches in leadership coaching
How physics and systems thinking reveal organizational dysfunctions missed by psychological lenses
The role of systemic resilience versus individual resilience and how organizations often shift burden onto individuals
Recognizing early warning signs of a culture approaching a breaking point
The importance of naming, making explicit, and working through organizational trauma and ghosts of past events
Practical strategies for leaders to influence culture through small yet impactful interventions
The integration of internal family systems (IFS) and parts work in organizational contexts
How decision-making and responsibility influence resilience and momentum
Protecting personal well-being while delivering tough messages in consultancy
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to systemic coaching and Francisco Baptista's background01:10 - The shift from technical mastery to relational systemic work02:22 - How physics and systems thinking provide unique insights into dysfunction03:49 - Bringing physics into coaching to address organizational culture04:22 - Systemic resilience versus individual resilience and organizational burdening06:49 - How organizations unconsciously set their breaking points through tolerated behaviors07:39 - Recognizing early warning signs of a culture crisis09:25 - The slow process of cultural degradation and importance of naming trauma10:50 - The presence of organizational ghosts and collective trauma12:36 - Dealing with organizational wounds that are hard to talk about13:30 - Distinguishing genuine change from surface-level coping14:12 - The influence of coaching on transformation, not just problem-solving16:18 - The embodied change versus purely intellectual approaches17:36 - How transformative contact challenges AI and enhances human relational qualities18:12 - Strategies to help executives navigate systemic thresholds and internal dilemmas19:58 - Exploring polarity, polarization, and how to shift perspectives21:36 - Recognizing grey ground and parts work in coaching and organizations22:13 - Why internal family systems (IFS) works well both individually and collectively23:37 - Integrating parts and understanding internal managers in organizational contexts25:50 - Addressing the myth of bad parts and collective scapegoating27:19 - Leaders' blind spots: projecting harshness onto the market instead of themselves29:15 - The importance of slack time for organizational learning and innovation30:08 - Differentiating external pressure from internal stress and building boundaries32:36 - Handling organizations that resist change through personal responsibility and decision-making34:22 - Advice for individuals in brutal systems: ownership and decision sovereignty36:00 - Small interventions with the potential for cultural shifts, exemplified by leadership and visibility37:55 - The impact of values like grit on organizational burnout and pace39:07 - Protecting coaches’ well-being while delivering tough truths40:14 - Cultivating purpose, fulfillment, and alignment in coaching practice41:16 - The role of inner walls, transgenerational beliefs, and breaking down barriers42:31 - Overcoming organizational trauma echoes from penal systems to corporate environments42:53 - Final thoughts: systemic work as a pathway to resilience and transformationResources & Links:
Conference of the Birds ;  https://www.franciscobaptista.com/conference
https://ifs-institute.com/

In this conversation Naomi Murphy and David Jones explore how systems thinking, internal family systems, and leadership mindset shifts can transform organizations from within. Francisco Baptista shares insights on addressing systemic dysfunction, fostering resilience, and the power of small interventions to create culture change.
In this episode:
The significance of systemic and relational approaches in leadership coaching
How physics and systems thinking reveal organizational dysfunctions missed by psychological lenses
The role of systemic resilience versus individual resilience and how organizations often shift burden onto individuals
Recognizing early warning signs of a culture approaching a breaking point
The importance of naming, making explicit, and working through organizational trauma and ghosts of past events
Practical strategies for leaders to influence culture through small yet impactful interventions
The integration of internal family systems (IFS) and parts work in organizational contexts
How decision-making and responsibility influence resilience and momentum
Protecting personal well-being while delivering tough messages in consultancy
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to systemic coaching and Francisco Baptista's background01:10 - The shift from technical mastery to relational systemic work02:22 - How physics and systems thinking provide unique insights into dysfunction03:49 - Bringing physics into coaching to address organizational culture04:22 - Systemic resilience versus individual resilience and organizational burdening06:49 - How organizations unconsciously set their breaking points through tolerated behaviors07:39 - Recognizing early warning signs of a culture crisis09:25 - The slow process of cultural degradation and importance of naming trauma10:50 - The presence of organizational ghosts and collective trauma12:36 - Dealing with organizational wounds that are hard to talk about13:30 - Distinguishing genuine change from surface-level coping14:12 - The influence of coaching on transformation, not just problem-solving16:18 - The embodied change versus purely intellectual approaches17:36 - How transformative contact challenges AI and enhances human relational qualities18:12 - Strategies to help executives navigate systemic thresholds and internal dilemmas19:58 - Exploring polarity, polarization, and how to shift perspectives21:36 - Recognizing grey ground and parts work in coaching and organizations22:13 - Why internal family systems (IFS) works well both individually and collectively23:37 - Integrating parts and understanding internal managers in organizational contexts25:50 - Addressing the myth of bad parts and collective scapegoating27:19 - Leaders' blind spots: projecting harshness onto the market instead of themselves29:15 - The importance of slack time for organizational learning and innovation30:08 - Differentiating external pressure from internal stress and building boundaries32:36 - Handling organizations that resist change through personal responsibility and decision-making34:22 - Advice for individuals in brutal systems: ownership and decision sovereignty36:00 - Small interventions with the potential for cultural shifts, exemplified by leadership and visibility37:55 - The impact of values like grit on organizational burnout and pace39:07 - Protecting coaches’ well-being while delivering tough truths40:14 - Cultivating purpose, fulfillment, and alignment in coaching practice41:16 - The role of inner walls, transgenerational beliefs, and breaking down barriers42:31 - Overcoming organizational trauma echoes from penal systems to corporate environments42:53 - Final thoughts: systemic work as a pathway to resilience and transformationResources & Links:
Conference of the Birds ;  https://www.franciscobaptista.com/conference
https://ifs-institute.com/

Rhia Canady (Video); Building Bridges: How Fly Girl Foundation Supports Women Post-Incarceration
In this episode Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet Rhia Canady who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to founding Fly Girl Foundation, highlighting resilience, community support, and the importance of targeted interventions for women with lived experience of the criminal justice system.
https://www.flygirlfoundation.co.uk/
keywords; prison reform, women empowerment, lived experience, social impact, Fly Girl Foundation, rehabilitation, community support
key topics
Rhia Canady’s personal journey through incarceration and trauma
The founding and mission of Fly Girl Foundation
The importance of support systems for women leaving prison
Challenges faced during legal proceedings and reintegration
The role of community and mentorship in recovery and empowerment
Experiences of prison life and the impact of routine and relationships
The significance of early intervention and prevention for at-risk youth
Rhia’s work with Eastwood Park and prison reentry programs
The emotional toll of trauma and coping strategies
The importance of self-care and professional support for social workers and advocates
takeaways
Support networks are crucial for women reentering society after prison
Early intervention can prevent women from entering the criminal justice system
Routine and community connections aid in recovery and reintegration
Self-care and professional support are vital for those working with trauma
Legal battles can be navigated successfully with determination and evidence
Sound Bites
"Prison's awful, but it teaches resilience."
"Routine and community support aid recovery."
"Support networks are crucial for women reentering society."
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Rhia Canady and her background
02:09Rhia’s journey through trauma and incarceration
04:03Reflections on prison life and emotional challenges
05:56Reentry into society and the start of Fly Girl Foundation
07:52The impact of community support and mentorship
09:47Experiences of legal battles and overcoming obstacles
11:54The importance of early prevention and intervention
14:00Supporting women and young girls through education and empowerment
16:02Returning to Eastwood Park and reflections on progress
18:14The emotional toll of trauma and coping mechanisms
19:50The role of physical activity and routine in healing
22:10Supporting women at the moment of release from prison
23:48The significance of community and peer support
26:09Legal challenges and fighting for justice
27:59The importance of self-belief and resilience
29:46The future of Fly Girl Foundation and ongoing projects
32:03Advice for others working in social justice and support
33:52Closing thoughts and message of hope

In this episode Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet Rhia Canady who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to founding Fly Girl Foundation, highlighting resilience, community support, and the importance of targeted interventions for women with lived experience of the criminal justice system.
https://www.flygirlfoundation.co.uk/
keywords; prison reform, women empowerment, lived experience, social impact, Fly Girl Foundation, rehabilitation, community support
key topics
Rhia Canady’s personal journey through incarceration and trauma
The founding and mission of Fly Girl Foundation
The importance of support systems for women leaving prison
Challenges faced during legal proceedings and reintegration
The role of community and mentorship in recovery and empowerment
Experiences of prison life and the impact of routine and relationships
The significance of early intervention and prevention for at-risk youth
Rhia’s work with Eastwood Park and prison reentry programs
The emotional toll of trauma and coping strategies
The importance of self-care and professional support for social workers and advocates
takeaways
Support networks are crucial for women reentering society after prison
Early intervention can prevent women from entering the criminal justice system
Routine and community connections aid in recovery and reintegration
Self-care and professional support are vital for those working with trauma
Legal battles can be navigated successfully with determination and evidence
Sound Bites
"Prison's awful, but it teaches resilience."
"Routine and community support aid recovery."
"Support networks are crucial for women reentering society."
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Rhia Canady and her background
02:09Rhia’s journey through trauma and incarceration
04:03Reflections on prison life and emotional challenges
05:56Reentry into society and the start of Fly Girl Foundation
07:52The impact of community support and mentorship
09:47Experiences of legal battles and overcoming obstacles
11:54The importance of early prevention and intervention
14:00Supporting women and young girls through education and empowerment
16:02Returning to Eastwood Park and reflections on progress
18:14The emotional toll of trauma and coping mechanisms
19:50The role of physical activity and routine in healing
22:10Supporting women at the moment of release from prison
23:48The significance of community and peer support
26:09Legal challenges and fighting for justice
27:59The importance of self-belief and resilience
29:46The future of Fly Girl Foundation and ongoing projects
32:03Advice for others working in social justice and support
33:52Closing thoughts and message of hope

In this fascinating episode, Naomi and David talk with Leon Towers who shares his extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood in foster care to becoming a multifaceted professional, including roles as  a performer, dog behaviourist, and advocate. His story highlights resilience, forgiveness, and finding purpose in helping others, all while navigating complex personal struggles.
Main Topics Covered:
Leon’s early life in foster care and the childhood adversities that shaped him
The impact of childhood trauma on trust, vulnerability, and social relationships
How therapy, self-awareness, and forgiveness foster healing and growth
The significance of purpose: from dreaming of TV stardom to helping people and animals
Transitioning careers: from boy band vocals to dog hydrotherapist and behaviouralist
The lessons dogs teach about human emotion, trauma, and forgiveness
The importance of freedom, boundaries, and letting go of toxic relationships
Insights into resilience, resourcefulness, and making meaningful change
The role of spirituality, kindness, and love in mental and emotional wellbeing
Practical advice for those feeling trapped by their past to find hope and change
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Leon’s background in overcoming adversity01:06 - Childhood in care: stigma and early influences02:04 - How media influenced perceptions of childhood adversity03:03 - Impact on friendships and social environment04:31 - Childhood labels and their emotional weight05:22 - Lessons from difficult childhood: trust and vulnerability05:52 - How childhood experiences shape adult trust and suspicion07:19 - Vulnerability and naive trust: the risks of openness08:47 - Managing social perceptions and approaches to trust09:46 - Dealing with rejection and misunderstanding in social settings10:25 - Healing through rehab and EMDR therapy11:23 - Rediscovering kindness and emotional expression12:50 - Life transitions: from music and entertainment to dog therapy13:09 - Personal spiritual visions and purpose at age 814:38 - Childhood resourcefulness: using imagination as a survival tool16:37 - The accidental journey into dog hydrotherapy18:07 - Learning and qualifications in dog behaviour19:59 - Working with challenging dogs and trust issues21:22 - Making sense of seemingly unrelated career paths22:36 - The impact of negative foster experiences and finding a voice23:34 - Childhood silence and the significance of expression24:33 - Imaginary escapes and how fantasy helped survive trauma26:01 - Forgiveness and emotional detachment as pathways to freedom27:28 - Resourcefulness: focusing on hope and survival28:51 - Letting go of hate and embracing emotional resilience29:19 - Instinctive kindness and natural forgiveness30:19 - The importance of freedom in healing and life choices32:18 - Parallels between human and dog behaviour in trauma response34:13 - Lessons from dogs about emotional health and human behaviour35:12 - Reinventing careers: courage and inevitable fear36:02 - Moving beyond toxicity and the importance of self-belief37:56 - The cyclic nature of life journeys and purpose39:22 - Defining a purposeful life: helping others and spiritual growth40:20 - Following love's guiding principle in decision-making41:04 - Advice for those feeling trapped by their history42:01 - How change begins within: inner transformation as key43:24 - Personal stories of survival and resourcefulness44:50 - Words to younger self: focus on identity, self-belief, and authenticity46:09 - Reflections on growth, change, and staying true to oneself47:07 - Closing notes and gratitude
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-towers-6899791ba/
https://thepowerofdog.com/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fix-Your-Three-Easy-Steps/dp/1788405005

In this fascinating episode, Naomi and David talk with Leon Towers who shares his extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood in foster care to becoming a multifaceted professional, including roles as  a performer, dog behaviourist, and advocate. His story highlights resilience, forgiveness, and finding purpose in helping others, all while navigating complex personal struggles.
Main Topics Covered:
Leon’s early life in foster care and the childhood adversities that shaped him
The impact of childhood trauma on trust, vulnerability, and social relationships
How therapy, self-awareness, and forgiveness foster healing and growth
The significance of purpose: from dreaming of TV stardom to helping people and animals
Transitioning careers: from boy band vocals to dog hydrotherapist and behaviouralist
The lessons dogs teach about human emotion, trauma, and forgiveness
The importance of freedom, boundaries, and letting go of toxic relationships
Insights into resilience, resourcefulness, and making meaningful change
The role of spirituality, kindness, and love in mental and emotional wellbeing
Practical advice for those feeling trapped by their past to find hope and change
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Leon’s background in overcoming adversity01:06 - Childhood in care: stigma and early influences02:04 - How media influenced perceptions of childhood adversity03:03 - Impact on friendships and social environment04:31 - Childhood labels and their emotional weight05:22 - Lessons from difficult childhood: trust and vulnerability05:52 - How childhood experiences shape adult trust and suspicion07:19 - Vulnerability and naive trust: the risks of openness08:47 - Managing social perceptions and approaches to trust09:46 - Dealing with rejection and misunderstanding in social settings10:25 - Healing through rehab and EMDR therapy11:23 - Rediscovering kindness and emotional expression12:50 - Life transitions: from music and entertainment to dog therapy13:09 - Personal spiritual visions and purpose at age 814:38 - Childhood resourcefulness: using imagination as a survival tool16:37 - The accidental journey into dog hydrotherapy18:07 - Learning and qualifications in dog behaviour19:59 - Working with challenging dogs and trust issues21:22 - Making sense of seemingly unrelated career paths22:36 - The impact of negative foster experiences and finding a voice23:34 - Childhood silence and the significance of expression24:33 - Imaginary escapes and how fantasy helped survive trauma26:01 - Forgiveness and emotional detachment as pathways to freedom27:28 - Resourcefulness: focusing on hope and survival28:51 - Letting go of hate and embracing emotional resilience29:19 - Instinctive kindness and natural forgiveness30:19 - The importance of freedom in healing and life choices32:18 - Parallels between human and dog behaviour in trauma response34:13 - Lessons from dogs about emotional health and human behaviour35:12 - Reinventing careers: courage and inevitable fear36:02 - Moving beyond toxicity and the importance of self-belief37:56 - The cyclic nature of life journeys and purpose39:22 - Defining a purposeful life: helping others and spiritual growth40:20 - Following love's guiding principle in decision-making41:04 - Advice for those feeling trapped by their history42:01 - How change begins within: inner transformation as key43:24 - Personal stories of survival and resourcefulness44:50 - Words to younger self: focus on identity, self-belief, and authenticity46:09 - Reflections on growth, change, and staying true to oneself47:07 - Closing notes and gratitude
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-towers-6899791ba/
https://thepowerofdog.com/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fix-Your-Three-Easy-Steps/dp/1788405005

 
 Discover how strength training can revolutionize health, aging, and self-confidence through evidence-based insights from Dr Lynette Ewart. This episode explores the intersection of medicine, coaching, and the psychological power of physical resilience.
In this episode, we discuss:
Lynette's journey from NHS GP to strength coach and health advocate
How strength training can serve as a cornerstone of preventive healthcare
The psychological transformation that comes with building physical strength
The barriers that prevent people from adopting healthier habits
Myths around weight, health, and beauty standards online
The importance of function, capacity, and resilience over appearance
The impact of social media on health perceptions and misinformation
The differences in fitness culture across genders and generations
How to rebuild trust in one’s body after injury or trauma
Strategies for shifting from coping to thriving in health and life
Lynette’s upcoming book on strength as a central pillar of health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Lynette Ewart and her mission01:14 - Transition from GP to strength coaching02:38 - The magic of weightlifting in health04:13 - Medicine vs coaching: understanding behavior change05:57 - Challenges faced by GPs in motivating patients07:35 - Realities of system constraints on doctors08:57 - The mental health of healthcare professionals10:36 - How social media influences health perceptions12:19 - The risk of early GP retirement and workforce shifts13:54 - The influence of online coaching and misinformation16:16 - Myths about weight and fitness18:22 - The psychological effects of feeling physically strong22:41 - Overcoming body shame through strength24:55 - The importance of functional fitness in aging26:26 - Rebuilding trust in your body after injury30:35 - Self-compassion and managing self-critical voices34:43 - Moving from punishment to restorative activity37:12 - Gender and generational differences in fitness culture39:00 - Shift from appearance to function in health43:50 - The evolving goals around health and confidence44:23 - The psychology of stepping into a new identity50:12 - Moving from coping to thriving in life52:12 - Lynette’s upcoming book on strength and health54:24 - Final thoughts and meeting in October
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-prescription-strength-podcast/id1762298788
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555348196566&locale=en_GB
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lynette-ewart-23323b80/

Discover how strength training can revolutionize health, aging, and self-confidence through evidence-based insights from Dr Lynette Ewart. This episode explores the intersection of medicine, coaching, and the psychological power of physical resilience.
In this episode, we discuss:
Lynette's journey from NHS GP to strength coach and health advocate
How strength training can serve as a cornerstone of preventive healthcare
The psychological transformation that comes with building physical strength
The barriers that prevent people from adopting healthier habits
Myths around weight, health, and beauty standards online
The importance of function, capacity, and resilience over appearance
The impact of social media on health perceptions and misinformation
The differences in fitness culture across genders and generations
How to rebuild trust in one’s body after injury or trauma
Strategies for shifting from coping to thriving in health and life
Lynette’s upcoming book on strength as a central pillar of health
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Lynette Ewart and her mission01:14 - Transition from GP to strength coaching02:38 - The magic of weightlifting in health04:13 - Medicine vs coaching: understanding behavior change05:57 - Challenges faced by GPs in motivating patients07:35 - Realities of system constraints on doctors08:57 - The mental health of healthcare professionals10:36 - How social media influences health perceptions12:19 - The risk of early GP retirement and workforce shifts13:54 - The influence of online coaching and misinformation16:16 - Myths about weight and fitness18:22 - The psychological effects of feeling physically strong22:41 - Overcoming body shame through strength24:55 - The importance of functional fitness in aging26:26 - Rebuilding trust in your body after injury30:35 - Self-compassion and managing self-critical voices34:43 - Moving from punishment to restorative activity37:12 - Gender and generational differences in fitness culture39:00 - Shift from appearance to function in health43:50 - The evolving goals around health and confidence44:23 - The psychology of stepping into a new identity50:12 - Moving from coping to thriving in life52:12 - Lynette’s upcoming book on strength and health54:24 - Final thoughts and meeting in October
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-prescription-strength-podcast/id1762298788
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555348196566&locale=en_GB
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lynette-ewart-23323b80/
 

In an unusual move for us we are re releasing this podcast. The reasons are clear if you read on, Please circulate to all friends and contacts.
Jeffrey Lee remains alive and on death row at Holman Correctional Facility, Alabama, as of 30th June 2026.. Here is the latest update from his legal team received yesterday.
“On the evening of June 11, the U.S. Supreme Court, by a reported 6–3 vote, denied Alabama's emergency request to lift the injunction and block its planned nitrogen-gas execution of Mr. Lee, with Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, and Neil Gorsuch noting their dissent.
The denial upheld lower-court rulings that found the nitrogen protocol violates the constitutional ban on cruel and unusual punishment, effectively sparing Mr. Lee from that specific method.
On June 12, the day after the stay, Attorney General Steve Marshall's office filed in the Alabama Supreme Court a new motion seeking another execution date for Mr. Lee, this time by lethal injection rather than the firing squad he had proposed.
In that filing, state lawyers argued the Department of Corrections "has not been barred from executing Lee, only from executing him by nitrogen hypoxia."
The next procedural step is for Mr. Lee's attorneys to respond to the request at the Alabama Supreme Court, which must authorize any new death warrant.
As of late June, the execution has not been rescheduled, and Mr. Lee remains on death row at Holman Correctional Facility while his clemency request based on the now-abolished judicial override stays pending before Governor Kay Ivey.”
 
Click the links here to sign the petition and phone the state Governor
Life for Jeffery Lee — Learn more about Jeffrey Lee’s story and how to help
https://www.lifeforjefferylee.com/action   PETITION
 
Here is some additional background. It is a difficult read;
The US Supreme Court denied Alabama’s request to execute a man using nitrogen gas late Thursday after two lower court rulings blocked the method and found it violates the constitutional ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
The state had filed for an emergency order just hours ahead of the execution of Jeffery Lee, 49, scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday local time.
Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito and Neil Gorsuch noted their dissent and would have granted the state’s request to overturn the lower courts.
Lee, who was convicted of murdering two people in a 1998 pawnshop robbery, is effectively spared from being put to death via nitrogen, but the state can still try other methods, and it’s unclear how quickly it would seek viable alternatives.
“Tonight’s ruling is a miscarriage of justice, not for us, but for Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson, who Jeffery Lee brutally and senselessly murdered,” Attorney General Steve Marshall said. “I want their families to know that we will never stop seeking justice for Jimmy and Elaine.”
Jeffery Lee.Alabama Dept. of Corrections
Gov. Kay Ivey said in a statement that the state can still reschedule Lee’s execution.
“While I am disappointed the Supreme Court did not allow the state to proceed with Lee’s chosen method of execution, I remain committed to ensuring that justice is ultimately served for his victims,” Ivey said, noting that Lee elected nitrogen over lethal injection in 2018, years before the state had developed a nitrogen protocol.
Last year, Lee filed a legal challenge to the nitrogen protocol, and instead asked to die by firing squad, a method not legal in Alabama.
Whether or not the state could execute Lee, who has been on death row for more than 25 years, by nitrogen gas was the question at the heart of his litigation that came to a head this week.
On Monday, a federal district judge in Alabama initially found the method was constitutional. Lee’s legal team appealed, and the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the opinion, saying nitrogen executions most likely violate the Eighth Amendment’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment, and ordered the district court to rule on the feasibility of a firing squad execution.
When both the district and appeals courts ruled in favor of Lee, the state filed an application for an emergency order to the Supreme Court.
The high court has upheld other methods of execution throughout the country, including lethal injection, electrocution and firing squad, but nitrogen gas has been the subject of intense litigation since Alabama became the first state to begin using it in early 2024.
The method of nitrogen hypoxia requires prisoners to breathe in the gas through an industrial-grade mask while they are strapped to a gurney and deprived of oxygen. In its filing to the Supreme Court on Thursday, the state said the method “rapidly causes death,” describing the process as “humane, painless, effective, and reliable.”
Death penalty opponents, however, have criticized it as torturous. The American Thoracic Society also filed a brief in opposition to the state, saying “nitrogen hypoxia executions cause intense, inhumane suffering.”
Witnesses have described the condemned person shaking on the gurney, struggling against restraints and gasping for air. According to media witnesses, it took 30 minutes for Anthony Boyd, who was convicted of helping burn a man alive in 1993, to be declared dead during the last nitrogen execution in October.
The Supreme Court declined to intervene in that case. Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote a nine-page dissent, joined by Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, saying “firsthand accounts from those executions reveal that nitrogen hypoxia is not at all what it was promised to be.”
“Boyd asks for the barest form of mercy: to die by firing squad, which would kill him in seconds, rather than by a torturous suffocation lasting up to four minutes,” Sotomayor said. “The Constitution would grant him that grace. My colleagues do not. This Court thus turns its back on Boyd and on the Eighth Amendment’s guarantee against cruel and unusual punishment.”
Alabama has executed seven prisoners using nitrogen, while Louisiana has executed one. Alabama’s primary method of execution remains lethal injection, which it last carried out in April 2025, but sourcing the drugs has been difficult in the last several years.
The Rev. Jeff Hood, the spiritual adviser for two of the men who were executed in Alabama with nitrogen gas, reacted to the Supreme Court’s denial Thursday.
“This is the beginning of the end of the most horrific execution method this country has ever devised,” he said.

In an unusual move for us we are re releasing this podcast. The reasons are clear if you read on, Please circulate to all friends and contacts.
Jeffrey Lee remains alive and on death row at Holman Correctional Facility, Alabama, as of 30th June 2026.. Here is the latest update from his legal team received yesterday.
“On the evening of June 11, the U.S. Supreme Court, by a reported 6–3 vote, denied Alabama's emergency request to lift the injunction and block its planned nitrogen-gas execution of Mr. Lee, with Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, and Neil Gorsuch noting their dissent.
The denial upheld lower-court rulings that found the nitrogen protocol violates the constitutional ban on cruel and unusual punishment, effectively sparing Mr. Lee from that specific method.
On June 12, the day after the stay, Attorney General Steve Marshall's office filed in the Alabama Supreme Court a new motion seeking another execution date for Mr. Lee, this time by lethal injection rather than the firing squad he had proposed.
In that filing, state lawyers argued the Department of Corrections "has not been barred from executing Lee, only from executing him by nitrogen hypoxia."
The next procedural step is for Mr. Lee's attorneys to respond to the request at the Alabama Supreme Court, which must authorize any new death warrant.
As of late June, the execution has not been rescheduled, and Mr. Lee remains on death row at Holman Correctional Facility while his clemency request based on the now-abolished judicial override stays pending before Governor Kay Ivey.”
 
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Here is some additional background. It is a difficult read;
The US Supreme Court denied Alabama’s request to execute a man using nitrogen gas late Thursday after two lower court rulings blocked the method and found it violates the constitutional ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
The state had filed for an emergency order just hours ahead of the execution of Jeffery Lee, 49, scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday local time.
Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito and Neil Gorsuch noted their dissent and would have granted the state’s request to overturn the lower courts.
Lee, who was convicted of murdering two people in a 1998 pawnshop robbery, is effectively spared from being put to death via nitrogen, but the state can still try other methods, and it’s unclear how quickly it would seek viable alternatives.
“Tonight’s ruling is a miscarriage of justice, not for us, but for Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson, who Jeffery Lee brutally and senselessly murdered,” Attorney General Steve Marshall said. “I want their families to know that we will never stop seeking justice for Jimmy and Elaine.”
Jeffery Lee.Alabama Dept. of Corrections
Gov. Kay Ivey said in a statement that the state can still reschedule Lee’s execution.
“While I am disappointed the Supreme Court did not allow the state to proceed with Lee’s chosen method of execution, I remain committed to ensuring that justice is ultimately served for his victims,” Ivey said, noting that Lee elected nitrogen over lethal injection in 2018, years before the state had developed a nitrogen protocol.
Last year, Lee filed a legal challenge to the nitrogen protocol, and instead asked to die by firing squad, a method not legal in Alabama.
Whether or not the state could execute Lee, who has been on death row for more than 25 years, by nitrogen gas was the question at the heart of his litigation that came to a head this week.
On Monday, a federal district judge in Alabama initially found the method was constitutional. Lee’s legal team appealed, and the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the opinion, saying nitrogen executions most likely violate the Eighth Amendment’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment, and ordered the district court to rule on the feasibility of a firing squad execution.
When both the district and appeals courts ruled in favor of Lee, the state filed an application for an emergency order to the Supreme Court.
The high court has upheld other methods of execution throughout the country, including lethal injection, electrocution and firing squad, but nitrogen gas has been the subject of intense litigation since Alabama became the first state to begin using it in early 2024.
The method of nitrogen hypoxia requires prisoners to breathe in the gas through an industrial-grade mask while they are strapped to a gurney and deprived of oxygen. In its filing to the Supreme Court on Thursday, the state said the method “rapidly causes death,” describing the process as “humane, painless, effective, and reliable.”
Death penalty opponents, however, have criticized it as torturous. The American Thoracic Society also filed a brief in opposition to the state, saying “nitrogen hypoxia executions cause intense, inhumane suffering.”
Witnesses have described the condemned person shaking on the gurney, struggling against restraints and gasping for air. According to media witnesses, it took 30 minutes for Anthony Boyd, who was convicted of helping burn a man alive in 1993, to be declared dead during the last nitrogen execution in October.
The Supreme Court declined to intervene in that case. Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote a nine-page dissent, joined by Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, saying “firsthand accounts from those executions reveal that nitrogen hypoxia is not at all what it was promised to be.”
“Boyd asks for the barest form of mercy: to die by firing squad, which would kill him in seconds, rather than by a torturous suffocation lasting up to four minutes,” Sotomayor said. “The Constitution would grant him that grace. My colleagues do not. This Court thus turns its back on Boyd and on the Eighth Amendment’s guarantee against cruel and unusual punishment.”
Alabama has executed seven prisoners using nitrogen, while Louisiana has executed one. Alabama’s primary method of execution remains lethal injection, which it last carried out in April 2025, but sourcing the drugs has been difficult in the last several years.
The Rev. Jeff Hood, the spiritual adviser for two of the men who were executed in Alabama with nitrogen gas, reacted to the Supreme Court’s denial Thursday.
“This is the beginning of the end of the most horrific execution method this country has ever devised,” he said.

summary In this episode which is a bit outside of our usual conversations, we meet  Max Schurer who shares his multifaceted relationship with comedy, exploring what makes things funny, the purpose of comedy, and its impact on society and individual well-being. We look at the art of stand-up, societal boundaries, and how comedy can both divide and unite.
keywords comedy, stand-up, societal boundaries, humour, mental health, cultural boundaries, comedy festivals, audience engagement
key topics
What makes people laugh and the subjectivity of humour
The purpose of comedy beyond entertainment
The role of comedy in reflecting and challenging society
Different genres of comedy including stand-up and TV comedy
The relationship between comedy and mental health
Cultural boundaries and societal norms in comedy
The craft of performing and the importance of audience reading
Using comedy for societal healing and community engagement
Sound Bites
"What makes one person laugh can insult another"
"Comedy can challenge society and hold a mirror up"
"Laughter releases chemicals that are good for you"
Chapters approximate
0:00Introduction to Max Schurer's Background
01:00Max's Relationship with Comedy
02:36What Makes People Find Things Funny?
04:54The Purpose of Comedy
06:38Genres and Forms of Comedy
07:07Timelessness of Certain Jokes
09:05Repeating Comedy Acts and Audience Loyalty
10:28Visual Comedy and Persona (Tommy Cooper)
10:57Defining 'Good' Comedy and Cultural Boundaries
12:02Different Forms of Comedy: Stand-up, TV, and Sketches
15:26Comedy's Role in Well-being and Happiness
17:03Offense, Boundaries, and Audience Reactions
19:21Comedy and Audience Expectations
20:56Performance Variability and Audience Reception
23:42The Challenges of Being a Comedian
25:37Mental Health and Comedy
33:14Power Dynamics in Comedy
35:35The Challenge of Being Funny on Demand
38:40Authenticity and Boundaries in Comedy
41:52Societal Boundaries and Evolving Norms
45:39Comedy as a Reflection and a Tool for Society
51:40Max's Work in Promoting Comedy and Well-being

summary In this episode which is a bit outside of our usual conversations, we meet  Max Schurer who shares his multifaceted relationship with comedy, exploring what makes things funny, the purpose of comedy, and its impact on society and individual well-being. We look at the art of stand-up, societal boundaries, and how comedy can both divide and unite.
keywords comedy, stand-up, societal boundaries, humour, mental health, cultural boundaries, comedy festivals, audience engagement
key topics
What makes people laugh and the subjectivity of humour
The purpose of comedy beyond entertainment
The role of comedy in reflecting and challenging society
Different genres of comedy including stand-up and TV comedy
The relationship between comedy and mental health
Cultural boundaries and societal norms in comedy
The craft of performing and the importance of audience reading
Using comedy for societal healing and community engagement
Sound Bites
"What makes one person laugh can insult another"
"Comedy can challenge society and hold a mirror up"
"Laughter releases chemicals that are good for you"
Chapters approximate
0:00Introduction to Max Schurer's Background
01:00Max's Relationship with Comedy
02:36What Makes People Find Things Funny?
04:54The Purpose of Comedy
06:38Genres and Forms of Comedy
07:07Timelessness of Certain Jokes
09:05Repeating Comedy Acts and Audience Loyalty
10:28Visual Comedy and Persona (Tommy Cooper)
10:57Defining 'Good' Comedy and Cultural Boundaries
12:02Different Forms of Comedy: Stand-up, TV, and Sketches
15:26Comedy's Role in Well-being and Happiness
17:03Offense, Boundaries, and Audience Reactions
19:21Comedy and Audience Expectations
20:56Performance Variability and Audience Reception
23:42The Challenges of Being a Comedian
25:37Mental Health and Comedy
33:14Power Dynamics in Comedy
35:35The Challenge of Being Funny on Demand
38:40Authenticity and Boundaries in Comedy
41:52Societal Boundaries and Evolving Norms
45:39Comedy as a Reflection and a Tool for Society
51:40Max's Work in Promoting Comedy and Well-being

Simon Scott 2 (Video); The Hidden Emotional Toll on Families of Long-Sentenced Prisoners
This episode examines the often-overlooked emotional and social consequences faced by families of prisoners serving lengthy or life sentences. David Jones and Naomi Murphy talk with Simon Scott, a researcher with lived experience, about his groundbreaking PhD study on the ripple effects of incarceration on loved ones and society.
Main Topics:
The emotional burden and "dark sentences" borne by families of long-term prisoners
Challenges and systemic absurdities within probation and criminal justice support systems
The societal stigma, moral contamination, and moral judgments attached to familial ties with convicted individuals
The concept of a "dark sentence" and its relational impact
Recommendations for recognizing families' roles and improving systemic support structures
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Simon Scott’s background and research focus02:46 - Exploring why family impact of long sentences is vital to understand04:28 - Methodology: research with family members of prisoners06:00 - The importance of closeness and confidentiality in research08:33 - The theme of family as emotional "punch bag" and displacement11:09 - Family members’ roles in absorbing emotional blows13:24 - Use of phenomenological language like "Kafkaesque" to describe systemic absurdities14:11 - Real-life examples of systemic absurdities impacting families16:06 - The political and systemic obstacles to compassionate policies17:13 - Society’s difficulty in understanding and supporting families of prisoners18:49 - The systemic assumption that more conditions equate to safety20:20 - The absurdity in supporting evidence requests and policy inconsistencies21:22 - Emotional distress, grief, and stigma experienced by families23:03 - Coping mechanisms: silence, peer groups, and advocacy24:49 - The social and relational "dark sentences" that extend beyond incarceration27:16 - The concept of "dark sentences" and their emotional weight30:07 - The relationship between families and probation services32:56 - The societal tendency to stigmatize and judge loved ones of offenders34:42 - The moral contamination of families associated with serious crimes36:19 - Media influence on public attitudes and policy priorities37:38 - What needs to change: recognition and systemic support for families39:12 - Practical suggestions for offering support without systemic fear of repercussions41:02 - Community-led and peer support networks as vital resources42:07 - Personal reflections from Simon on the emotional toll of research44:57 - Final thoughts on change and systemic reform47:13 - Closing remarks and appreciation for sharing this challenging and vital research
Resources & Links:
Partners of Prisoners (POPs)
Probation Services – Official UK Gov Site
This episode examines the often-overlooked emotional and social consequences faced by families of prisoners serving lengthy or life sentences. David Jones and Naomi Murphy talk with Simon Scott, a researcher with lived experience, about his groundbreaking PhD study on the ripple effects of incarceration on loved ones and society.
Main Topics:
The emotional burden and "dark sentences" borne by families of long-term prisoners
Challenges and systemic absurdities within probation and criminal justice support systems
The societal stigma, moral contamination, and moral judgments attached to familial ties with convicted individuals
The concept of a "dark sentence" and its relational impact
Recommendations for recognizing families' roles and improving systemic support structures
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Simon Scott’s background and research focus02:46 - Exploring why family impact of long sentences is vital to understand04:28 - Methodology: research with family members of prisoners06:00 - The importance of closeness and confidentiality in research08:33 - The theme of family as emotional "punch bag" and displacement11:09 - Family members’ roles in absorbing emotional blows13:24 - Use of phenomenological language like "Kafkaesque" to describe systemic absurdities14:11 - Real-life examples of systemic absurdities impacting families16:06 - The political and systemic obstacles to compassionate policies17:13 - Society’s difficulty in understanding and supporting families of prisoners18:49 - The systemic assumption that more conditions equate to safety20:20 - The absurdity in supporting evidence requests and policy inconsistencies21:22 - Emotional distress, grief, and stigma experienced by families23:03 - Coping mechanisms: silence, peer groups, and advocacy24:49 - The social and relational "dark sentences" that extend beyond incarceration27:16 - The concept of "dark sentences" and their emotional weight30:07 - The relationship between families and probation services32:56 - The societal tendency to stigmatize and judge loved ones of offenders34:42 - The moral contamination of families associated with serious crimes36:19 - Media influence on public attitudes and policy priorities37:38 - What needs to change: recognition and systemic support for families39:12 - Practical suggestions for offering support without systemic fear of repercussions41:02 - Community-led and peer support networks as vital resources42:07 - Personal reflections from Simon on the emotional toll of research44:57 - Final thoughts on change and systemic reform47:13 - Closing remarks and appreciation for sharing this challenging and vital research
Resources & Links:
Partners of Prisoners (POPs)
Probation Services – Official UK Gov Site

This episode examines the often-overlooked emotional and social consequences faced by families of prisoners serving lengthy or life sentences. David Jones and Naomi Murphy talk with Simon Scott, a researcher with lived experience, about his groundbreaking PhD study on the ripple effects of incarceration on loved ones and society.
Main Topics:
The emotional burden and "dark sentences" borne by families of long-term prisoners
Challenges and systemic absurdities within probation and criminal justice support systems
The societal stigma, moral contamination, and moral judgments attached to familial ties with convicted individuals
The concept of a "dark sentence" and its relational impact
Recommendations for recognizing families' roles and improving systemic support structures
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Simon Scott’s background and research focus02:46 - Exploring why family impact of long sentences is vital to understand04:28 - Methodology: research with family members of prisoners06:00 - The importance of closeness and confidentiality in research08:33 - The theme of family as emotional "punch bag" and displacement11:09 - Family members’ roles in absorbing emotional blows13:24 - Use of phenomenological language like "Kafkaesque" to describe systemic absurdities14:11 - Real-life examples of systemic absurdities impacting families16:06 - The political and systemic obstacles to compassionate policies17:13 - Society’s difficulty in understanding and supporting families of prisoners18:49 - The systemic assumption that more conditions equate to safety20:20 - The absurdity in supporting evidence requests and policy inconsistencies21:22 - Emotional distress, grief, and stigma experienced by families23:03 - Coping mechanisms: silence, peer groups, and advocacy24:49 - The social and relational "dark sentences" that extend beyond incarceration27:16 - The concept of "dark sentences" and their emotional weight30:07 - The relationship between families and probation services32:56 - The societal tendency to stigmatize and judge loved ones of offenders34:42 - The moral contamination of families associated with serious crimes36:19 - Media influence on public attitudes and policy priorities37:38 - What needs to change: recognition and systemic support for families39:12 - Practical suggestions for offering support without systemic fear of repercussions41:02 - Community-led and peer support networks as vital resources42:07 - Personal reflections from Simon on the emotional toll of research44:57 - Final thoughts on change and systemic reform47:13 - Closing remarks and appreciation for sharing this challenging and vital research
Resources & Links:
Partners of Prisoners (POPs)
Probation Services – Official UK Gov Site
This episode examines the often-overlooked emotional and social consequences faced by families of prisoners serving lengthy or life sentences. David Jones and Naomi Murphy talk with Simon Scott, a researcher with lived experience, about his groundbreaking PhD study on the ripple effects of incarceration on loved ones and society.
Main Topics:
The emotional burden and "dark sentences" borne by families of long-term prisoners
Challenges and systemic absurdities within probation and criminal justice support systems
The societal stigma, moral contamination, and moral judgments attached to familial ties with convicted individuals
The concept of a "dark sentence" and its relational impact
Recommendations for recognizing families' roles and improving systemic support structures
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Simon Scott’s background and research focus02:46 - Exploring why family impact of long sentences is vital to understand04:28 - Methodology: research with family members of prisoners06:00 - The importance of closeness and confidentiality in research08:33 - The theme of family as emotional "punch bag" and displacement11:09 - Family members’ roles in absorbing emotional blows13:24 - Use of phenomenological language like "Kafkaesque" to describe systemic absurdities14:11 - Real-life examples of systemic absurdities impacting families16:06 - The political and systemic obstacles to compassionate policies17:13 - Society’s difficulty in understanding and supporting families of prisoners18:49 - The systemic assumption that more conditions equate to safety20:20 - The absurdity in supporting evidence requests and policy inconsistencies21:22 - Emotional distress, grief, and stigma experienced by families23:03 - Coping mechanisms: silence, peer groups, and advocacy24:49 - The social and relational "dark sentences" that extend beyond incarceration27:16 - The concept of "dark sentences" and their emotional weight30:07 - The relationship between families and probation services32:56 - The societal tendency to stigmatize and judge loved ones of offenders34:42 - The moral contamination of families associated with serious crimes36:19 - Media influence on public attitudes and policy priorities37:38 - What needs to change: recognition and systemic support for families39:12 - Practical suggestions for offering support without systemic fear of repercussions41:02 - Community-led and peer support networks as vital resources42:07 - Personal reflections from Simon on the emotional toll of research44:57 - Final thoughts on change and systemic reform47:13 - Closing remarks and appreciation for sharing this challenging and vital research
Resources & Links:
Partners of Prisoners (POPs)
Probation Services – Official UK Gov Site
 

summary
Dr Coral Westaway (Video); Why Should Modern Psychology Embrace Energy and Spirituality?
 
In this conversation Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Dr. Coral Westaway and explore the world of energy psychology, its techniques like EFT, and its integration with traditional psychology. She shares her personal journey, the importance of holistic health, and how energy work can transform mental health practices.
Dr Coral Westaway is a Clinical Psychologist and Energy Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and holistic health. Known as The Energy Psychologist, she brings together doctoral - level clinical training with energy psychotherapy, conscious connected breathwork, and body practice; creating a bridge between mainstream psychology and the energetic and spiritual dimensions of our lives.
Coral's work is rooted in a simple but radical belief: that the body holds our truth, and that real transformation happens not just in the mind, but through the whole system. Her own journey with stage 3+ colon cancer in 2021 deepened this understanding profoundly, and now informs everything she does.
Alongside her individual therapy and supervision work, Coral runs The Receiving Revolution : a 7 - week group programme for therapists, psychologists, and helping professionals who chronically overgive. These are the helpers who understand their patterns intellectually but find they cannot shift them at the level of the body and energy. The Receiving Revolution supports them to readdress that imbalance, reconnect with their own wisdom, and build lives and practices that are sustainable and genuinely nourish them.
You can find Coral at www.theenergypsychologist.org, and there is a growing library of free sessions for conscious therapists on her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheEnergyPsychologist. To find out more about The Receiving Revolution, visit her website or find her on Instagram @theenergypsychologist.
 keywords
 
Energy Psychology, EFT, Holistic Health, Mind-Body Connection, Spirituality in Psychology, Energy Medicine, Conscious Breathwork, Chakra, Meridian, Healing Techniques
 
 
 key  topics
 
Energy psychology techniques like EFT and meridian work
The integration of spirituality and science in mental health
Personal journey into energy medicine and holistic health
 
 sound bites
 
"Energy is in motion in everything."
"Blocks to energy flow limit our potential."
"The future of holistic health is energetic."
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Energy Psychology
06:18 Personal Journey into Energy Medicine
09:15 Bridging Science and Spirituality
14:22 The Receiving Revolution Program
18:14 Understanding Overgiving and Caregiving
22:52 The Importance of the Body in Mental Health
26:33 Exploring Love and Heart Energy in Psychology
30:32 The Future of AI in Therapy
33:54 The Evolution of Energy Psychology
35:35 Ten second outro video.mp4
 
 resources
 
Energy Psychology Institute - https://energypsychologyinstitute.org/
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) - https://www.palaceofpossibilities.com/

summary
In this conversation Dr Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet with Dr. Coral Westaway and explore the world of energy psychology, its techniques like EFT, and its integration with traditional psychology. She shares her personal journey, the importance of holistic health, and how energy work can transform mental health practices.
Dr Coral Westaway is a Clinical Psychologist and Energy Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and holistic health. Known as The Energy Psychologist, she brings together doctoral - level clinical training with energy psychotherapy, conscious connected breathwork, and body practice; creating a bridge between mainstream psychology and the energetic and spiritual dimensions of our lives.
Coral's work is rooted in a simple but radical belief: that the body holds our truth, and that real transformation happens not just in the mind, but through the whole system. Her own journey with stage 3+ colon cancer in 2021 deepened this understanding profoundly, and now informs everything she does.
Alongside her individual therapy and supervision work, Coral runs The Receiving Revolution : a 7 - week group programme for therapists, psychologists, and helping professionals who chronically overgive. These are the helpers who understand their patterns intellectually but find they cannot shift them at the level of the body and energy. The Receiving Revolution supports them to readdress that imbalance, reconnect with their own wisdom, and build lives and practices that are sustainable and genuinely nourish them.
You can find Coral at www.theenergypsychologist.org, and there is a growing library of free sessions for conscious therapists on her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheEnergyPsychologist. To find out more about The Receiving Revolution, visit her website or find her on Instagram @theenergypsychologist.
 keywords
 
Energy Psychology, EFT, Holistic Health, Mind-Body Connection, Spirituality in Psychology, Energy Medicine, Conscious Breathwork, Chakra, Meridian, Healing Techniques
 
 
 key  topics
 
Energy psychology techniques like EFT and meridian work
The integration of spirituality and science in mental health
Personal journey into energy medicine and holistic health
 
 sound bites
 
"Energy is in motion in everything."
"Blocks to energy flow limit our potential."
"The future of holistic health is energetic."
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Energy Psychology
06:18 Personal Journey into Energy Medicine
09:15 Bridging Science and Spirituality
14:22 The Receiving Revolution Program
18:14 Understanding Overgiving and Caregiving
22:52 The Importance of the Body in Mental Health
26:33 Exploring Love and Heart Energy in Psychology
30:32 The Future of AI in Therapy
33:54 The Evolution of Energy Psychology
35:35 Ten second outro video.mp4
 
 resources
 
Energy Psychology Institute - https://energypsychologyinstitute.org/
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) - https://www.palaceofpossibilities.com/

In this episode, Dr. Steph Davies shares her extensive experience working at the front lines of death investigations, challenging assumptions, and uncovering hidden truths in suspicious and staged scenes. Her insights highlight the importance of meticulous forensic analysis and the pressing need for improved training and procedures in the UK’s coronial system.
Stephanie Davies is a former Senior Coroner's Officer and now an independent inquisitorial death investigator. She has a forensic science and forensic psychology background, and she has been investigating deaths for over twenty years. She is now studying for a doctorate and she consults on complex cases on behalf of families and lawyers. 
 
To find out more about Steph, please visit: www.deathinvestigator.co.uk  
 
Key topics:
The roles and responsibilities of a coroner's officer versus a coroner
Steph’s journey from forensic science and psychology to death investigations
Challenges faced by deaf professionals in forensic fields
Bloodstain pattern analysis and staged crime scene recognition
Investigating suspicious deaths and recognizing red flags
The Wilmslow murders case: forensic re-evaluation and uncovering potential serial offenses
The importance of critical thinking and attention to detail in forensic investigations
The false narratives and misinterpretations in high-profile cases like Lucy Letby
The systemic issues and misconduct in police investigations and whistleblowing experiences
Comparing US and UK practices in death investigation and training gaps
The value of independent forensic consultancy in complex cases
How working with death emphasizes the significance of life and the importance of truth
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Steph Davies and her forensic background
 
02:43 - Role of a coroner's officer and how it differs from a coroner
 
05:16 - Steph’s career journey and forensic interests
 
07:31 - Misconceptions about New York Police and forensic work in America
 
09:39 - Living with a hearing impairment and its impact on Steph’s career
 
12:36 - Day-to-day responsibilities of a coroner's officer and investigations
 
15:54 - Specialized training in staged crime scenes and bloodstain analysis
 
17:09 - Collaborating with police and other investigators on complex cases
 
18:41 - What drew Steph to investigate suspicious deaths and her inquisitive nature
 
22:39 - The Wilmslow murders: forensic re-examination and uncovering inconsistencies
 
27:53 - The potential presence of a serial offender and systemic investigation issues
 
32:13 - Re-evaluation of a series of suspicious cases and red flags
 
37:17 - The controversy and systemic flaws in police investigations and investigations’ aftermath
 
41:54 - Leaked reports, police misconduct, and challenges faced as a whistleblower
 
48:32 - The Lucy Letby case: forensic misinterpretations and miscarriages of justice
 
52:02 - Developing a moral compass and fighting systemic injustice
 
55:07 - Ongoing studies in coronial death determination and international practices
 
57:33 - Independent consulting work and future plans in complex forensic cases
 
60:02 - The impact of working with death on valuing life and pursuit of truth
Resources & Links:
Coronial Manner of Death Determination in Equivocal Deaths and Staged Crime Scenes (Doctoral Research) (replace with actual URL)
 
Note: This episode sheds light on the intricacies of forensic death investigations, emphasizing the importance of critical analysis, scientific rigor, and ethical responsibility in uncovering truth and justice.

In this episode, Dr. Steph Davies shares her extensive experience working at the front lines of death investigations, challenging assumptions, and uncovering hidden truths in suspicious and staged scenes. Her insights highlight the importance of meticulous forensic analysis and the pressing need for improved training and procedures in the UK’s coronial system.
Stephanie Davies is a former Senior Coroner's Officer and now an independent inquisitorial death investigator. She has a forensic science and forensic psychology background, and she has been investigating deaths for over twenty years. She is now studying for a doctorate and she consults on complex cases on behalf of families and lawyers. 
 
To find out more about Steph, please visit: www.deathinvestigator.co.uk  
 
Key topics:
The roles and responsibilities of a coroner's officer versus a coroner
Steph’s journey from forensic science and psychology to death investigations
Challenges faced by deaf professionals in forensic fields
Bloodstain pattern analysis and staged crime scene recognition
Investigating suspicious deaths and recognizing red flags
The Wilmslow murders case: forensic re-evaluation and uncovering potential serial offenses
The importance of critical thinking and attention to detail in forensic investigations
The false narratives and misinterpretations in high-profile cases like Lucy Letby
The systemic issues and misconduct in police investigations and whistleblowing experiences
Comparing US and UK practices in death investigation and training gaps
The value of independent forensic consultancy in complex cases
How working with death emphasizes the significance of life and the importance of truth
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Steph Davies and her forensic background
 
02:43 - Role of a coroner's officer and how it differs from a coroner
 
05:16 - Steph’s career journey and forensic interests
 
07:31 - Misconceptions about New York Police and forensic work in America
 
09:39 - Living with a hearing impairment and its impact on Steph’s career
 
12:36 - Day-to-day responsibilities of a coroner's officer and investigations
 
15:54 - Specialized training in staged crime scenes and bloodstain analysis
 
17:09 - Collaborating with police and other investigators on complex cases
 
18:41 - What drew Steph to investigate suspicious deaths and her inquisitive nature
 
22:39 - The Wilmslow murders: forensic re-examination and uncovering inconsistencies
 
27:53 - The potential presence of a serial offender and systemic investigation issues
 
32:13 - Re-evaluation of a series of suspicious cases and red flags
 
37:17 - The controversy and systemic flaws in police investigations and investigations’ aftermath
 
41:54 - Leaked reports, police misconduct, and challenges faced as a whistleblower
 
48:32 - The Lucy Letby case: forensic misinterpretations and miscarriages of justice
 
52:02 - Developing a moral compass and fighting systemic injustice
 
55:07 - Ongoing studies in coronial death determination and international practices
 
57:33 - Independent consulting work and future plans in complex forensic cases
 
60:02 - The impact of working with death on valuing life and pursuit of truth
Resources & Links:
Coronial Manner of Death Determination in Equivocal Deaths and Staged Crime Scenes (Doctoral Research) (replace with actual URL)
 
Note: This episode sheds light on the intricacies of forensic death investigations, emphasizing the importance of critical analysis, scientific rigor, and ethical responsibility in uncovering truth and justice.