Inspiring positive change through conversation. Things I Wish I’d Known is a love letter to your younger self. Sharing wisdom about mental health & spirituality that empowers you to live a wildly happy and healthy life.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
On this episode of Things I Wish I'd Known, host Rachael Welford sits down with trauma expert and Reiki master Michelle Agopsowicz to discuss the often misunderstood nature of trauma. Michelle emphasises that not all trauma is caused by one big event, but can instead be a cumulative effect of different smaller experiences throughout life. The two discuss the different ways in which trauma can manifest in a person's life, from the physical to the emotional. They also delve into the concept of forgiveness and how it can be misunderstood. Michelle shares her unique approach to healing trauma, which combines traditional counselling with mindfulness techniques and other tools she has developed over time. They discuss the various responses to threats, the importance of accepting the body's response, and the need to destigmatise trauma by acknowledging it as something that happened but can be healed.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @thingsiwishidknownpod on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
Michelle Agopsowicz has a Masters in Social Work, a Bachelors in Disability Studies and is a Reiki Master. Michelle offers counselling and education opportunities from a holistic, trauma informed perspective. She aims to create wellness and balance through the integration of traditional counselling and mindfulness techniques. This approach has developed through her own journey of having an autoimmune condition, trauma, and anxiety.
She offers practices and discussions that can guide us to live a more fulfilled and authentic experience with self compassion. She believes strongly that trauma is a universal human experience that affects the body, mind, and spirit. She believes that addressing our suffering leads to a journey that is beautiful, painful and ultimately reconstructs our fundamental meaning of compassion, humanity and our place in the world.
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USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- Black Minds Matter https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
In this week's episode, Rachael chats with Lisa McHargue, a former teacher and digital organisation expert, about the importance of decluttering and organising your digital life.
Lisa shares practical tips and a step-by-step plan to help you streamline your digital spaces and save time and energy, emphasizing the connection between digital organisation and better mental health, and urging us to value people for who they are, not what they have.
Join us as we uncover the secrets to digital decluttering and, most importantly, staying on top and maintaining that new system. Get ready for a transformative conversation that will inspire you to take control of your downloads folder and digital clutter and enhance your well-being.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @thingsiwishidknownpod on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
Lisa McHargue is a former high school Spanish teacher turned digital organizer. Since 2020 she’s been helping online business owners take control of their digital chaos and create systems to keep the backend of their businesses organized so they can focus their time on doing what they love instead of swearing at Google Drive. When she's not geeking out about digital organization or minimalism, she's probably hanging out with her family or pretending to be a contestant on The Great British Baking Show.
USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- Black Minds Matter https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
In this episode of Things I Wish I'd Known, Rachael talks with Anaurada about the importance of intentional learning and nourishing marginalised communities without replicating colonial structures. We dive into our personal experiences with managing mental health, the challenges of discussing sensitive topics, breaking out of echo chambers, and uncovering unconscious bias. Additionally, we explore how colonialism impacted the world, specifically the dance world, and the importance of centring diverse stories and lineages when we look at race and gender. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on questioning biases and avoiding harmful attitudes when we have open communication.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @thingsiwishidknownpod on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
https://www.thekowthaconstellation.com/
USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- Black Minds Matter https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Wednesday May 17, 2023
TRIGGER WARNING eating disorders.
On this episode, Rachael speaks with Ana Velingard, a mindset and manifestation coach, about overcoming her eating disorder, facing self-doubt, and learning to build unwavering belief in yourself. Ana shares her personal journey of discovering self-love and starting a business to help others create unshakable mindsets to achieve their goals. The conversation delves into the power of affirmations and accountability to establish new habits and maintain balance in life. The episode ends with a discussion about the compound effect of small changes for achieving happiness in different areas of life, as well as the importance of creating a morning routine. Tune in for practical tips and insights on how to create the life you want.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @ on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
She empowers people by helping them transform self-doubt into self-belief and take consistent action so they can achieve their goals.
Her mission is to give people the tools and support they need to create the life they want.
USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Wednesday May 10, 2023
On this episode Rachael dives into the topic of burnout and how it affects our mental and physical health with Anna Schaffner, an academic, author, and coach specialising in the fascinating subject of exhaustion. While new technologies have made our lives more comfortable in many ways, they have also generated new stressors. Email is a significant stressor for many of us, taking away from our actual jobs and creating psychosocial stressors that can lead to a lack of hope for the future. We discuss the various factors that can contribute to burnout and emphasise the importance of rest and self-care, as well as developing kinder self-narratives. Rachael shares her personal experience with burnout and offers advice on how to take small steps towards positive change, using the metaphor of a garden to illustrate the effort needed to improve our mental health. So, sit back, relax, and join us for an informative and inspiring conversation on preventing and overcoming burnout.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @ on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-katharina-schaffner-7b2119181/
USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
In this episode, Rachael speaks with the founder of Mind Over Tech, Jonathan Garner, a seasoned web developer and UX designer. They discuss intentional tech use and how companies manipulate algorithms to grab your attention. They explore the negative impact of social media on people's lives, particularly young adults, and how to mitigate these effects. Jonathan shares his personal experience with technology and why he created the Digital Habit Lab, a deck of cards designed to help individuals improve their wellbeing, productivity, and creativity in the digital space. If you're looking for practical tips to develop healthier relationships with your phone, this episode can't be missed!
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @ on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
Get the digital habit lab cards https://shop.mindovertech.com/products/digital-habit-lab/?utm_source=tiwik_podcast
USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
In this episode, Rachael interviews Claire Koryczan, a coach and strategist who helps leaders and HR professionals think creatively. They discuss the impact of AI on creativity, the power of curiosity, taking radical responsibility, and the importance of small habits. If you want to discover how to tap into your creativity, overcome fear, and achieve your goals, don't miss this inspiring conversation!
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Things I Wish I'd Known is a podcast that aims to create positive change in your life through conversation, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Host Rachael shares her knowledge, emotions, and laughs, covering everything from mental health, suicide, and spirituality to makeup and skincare. With each episode, Rachael and her guests offer practical advice to help you master your mental health and fall back in love with yourself. Join the conversation by tagging @ on Instagram and Facebook. For more information on Rachael, visit her website. Listen and follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit https://thingsiwishidknown.co.uk for all links.
Connect with Claire on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairekory/ or check out her website https://imagine-beyond.co.uk/
FURTHER READING:
http://ian-leslie.com/curious/
https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
https://imagine-beyond.co.uk/are-you-a-curious-leader/
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USEFUL LINKS: If you're struggling with mental health, reach out to these amazing charities for help:
- addaction: https://www.addaction.org.uk/
- Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
- Samaritans: Call for free on 116 123, or visit https://www.samaritans.org/
- Anxiety UK: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
The Things I Wish I'd Known podcast returns after a long hiatus, and you will not believe why Rachael has been away. You could not make this stuff up!
Rachael reveals that the podcast is returning with new weekly episodes and additional social channels, such as TikTok, Instagram, and a brand new YouTube channel, to create a community around the podcast so you the listeners can share your feedback and suggestions.
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Welcome to TIWIK- Things I Wish I'd Known, Season 5!
More deep conversations to inspire you to create positive change in your life.
Liz is a Holistic Wellbeing Coach, Yoga Therapist for Stress & Anxiety & Head of Wellness at MoreYoga. After starting her career in the fast-paced world of luxury fashion at Vivienne Westwood & Net-A-Porter, Liz found Yoga after being diagnosed with Malignant Hypertension and Generalised Anxiety and left the Fashion Industry with the goal of helping people feel better holistically. She is a proud advocate for Mental Health Awareness and her writing and commentary has been featured in Time Out, Women’s Health, The Times, The Telegraph, Time & Leisure and more.
https://www.elizabethjoywellbeing.com/
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Things I Wish I'd Known Podcast is brought to you by Rachael Welford - Women's Anxiety Coach and Therapist. For more information head to www.rachaelwelford.com or follow on Instagram www.instagram.com/rachael_welford
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Sunday Aug 28, 2022
Sunday Aug 28, 2022
Welcome to TIWIK- Things I Wish I'd Known, Season 5!
More deep conversations to inspire you to create positive change in your life.
Based in Mexico, Zoë is an Intuitive Therapist and her practice is rooted in her intuition. With over 10 years of experience working as a remote therapist, she combines Psychotherapy & Energy Psychology, bridging the space between spirituality and psychology.
Zoë has supported hundreds of clients to personally, professionally & spiritually develop by freeing themselves from issues like anxiety, addiction, depression, bereavement, unhealthy relationships & unhealed traumas. Clients include CEO's, leading professionals in spirituality & wellness, film, music, sports and creatives.
Zoe's clients have included Soho House, Samphire Festival and Mind Body Bowl and has been featured in publications like Elle Magazine.
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Things I Wish I'd Known Podcast is brought to you by Rachael Welford - Women's Anxiety Coach and Therapist. For more information head to www.rachaelwelford.com or follow on Instagram www.instagram.com/rachael_welford
If you liked this episode please like, comment, share and leave us a 5-star review. It really does help us reach more people and change more lives! Thanks for listening.