Our first Happiness Hub Podcast, so we need to introduce ourselves, it would be rude not too.

Find out all about our podcast and our hosts Liz & Keds. What brought them to this point in time, deciding to record a podcast and things that make them happy.

We hope this podcast makes you happy and we want to know what else does! (Keep it clean) So listen in, get involved and be happy!

Come join us on The Happiness Hub facebook Group to interact with our hosts, happiness tips and news about the latest episodes and guests.

Weekly episodes uploaded every Sunday morning.

In this episode, Liz & Keds talk to TV writer and published author Mark Bickerton about the creative process of writing and how it can help with your mental health.

Mark also shares his experiences as a writer, a volunteer and someone who's mental health has led them to darker places.

Mark's book Day Return to Cocoa Yard was published on 28th August 2020 and available to buy from Amazon Waterstones, Barnes&Noble & W H Smith. For more about Mark and to purchase his book visits Mark's site here: markbickerton.com

If you're local and would like to know more about the volunteer group, Nantwich Buddies, talked about in this episode visit the buddies website here: www.nantwichbuddies.org

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Weekly episodes uploaded every Sunday morning.

This week Keds & Liz talk to SJ Hudson who's launching her first children's book next week on Friday the 13th of November.

The ‘Lion who Longed for Spots’ is a rhyming story promoting self-belief and emotional well-being. It follows an adorable young lion cub, named Lottie. Lottie has doubts about her appearance and opts to confide in her mum about the way she is feeling. Together they venture into the savannah on a journey to improve the way Lottie feels about herself. By confiding in someone she trusts, Lottie can begin believing in the cub she really is. 

You can find Sarah at:

Facebook - @SJHudsonAuthor

Instagram - @sjhudson_author

Twitter - @SJHudsonAuthor

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Weekly episodes uploaded every Sunday morning.

Liz & Keds talk to special guest Rachel Sinden about how she's helping families in lock-down. She's an author, classroom teacher, Theatre Director and outreach practitioner with over 16 years experience. Plus a recent winner of the Santander Venture Pitch 2020.

We talked about lots of different things with Rachel including the impact of COVID-19 on childrens, young peoples and family's mental health and what her company Play Pizzazz which Rachel set up in lockdown is doing to combat it!

Here's a bit about Play Pizzazz Ltd... Play Pizzazz provides arts-led coaching and learning experiences for teaching professionals, children/ family services, and child-focused business owners. Rachel and Play Pizzazz are your ‘go-to’ for advice and activities to support children’s wellbeing in fun, accessible ways.

And you can find out more and contact Rachel at these places:

www.playpizzazz.com

hello@playpizzazz.com

www.facebook.com/playpizzazz

www.instagram.com/pizzazzplay

www.youtube.com/channel/UCyhAbm_3

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Weekly episodes uploaded every Sunday morning.

Our guest this week is Laura Bounford, Slimming World Consultant and Team Developer for the Congleton and Bidduph team in Cheshire.

Laura has lost 6st 11lb herself through being a member, loves food and is passionate about helping local people change their health, lifestyle & mental wellbeing.

We talked to Laura about how Slimming World changed her life and how she helps her members change their habits to improve both their physical and mental health. Oh and why Blueberries make you happy.

You can find out more about Laura and her groups here:

Slim with Laura B Slimming World Website

Congleton Slimming World Wednesdays Facebook Page

Slim with Laura B on Instagram

Slim with Laura B on Twitter

Slimming World has over 50 years experience in weight management for men and women, and is the most advanced and effective weight loss organisation in the UK.

Come join us on The Happiness Hub facebook Group to interact with our hosts, happiness tips and news about the latest episodes and guests.

Weekly episodes uploaded every Sunday morning.

Janie is a Nutritional Therapist and talks about ways in which we can improve our diet for better physical AND mental health.

She gives some top tips on things to look out for in our food and foods that can benefit our health.

Liz also talks about her experience of working in a Health shop in the 1920's????!!!

If you've any questions you'd like to ask Janie, or would like a free 15 minute consultation you can contact her on: 07866 482873 or email her at: janie.bishop1@icloud.com.

You can also get in touch with Liz and I on our Happiness Hub Podcast Facebook Group and request to be a guest on our Contact form below.

This week Liz & Keds talk to Life Coach Annie Taylor, she describes herself as...

Mum and a Wife. Then I'm a Life Coach, Personal Stylist and Writer. Skills in the kitchen are a bit hit and miss; as a Coach I'm an absolute Pro!

Annie covers how she helps her clients plan and achieve their goals and how building confidence and self belief is a big part of the process.

And of course Annie shares with us what makes her happy and what she does for her own mental health.

Annie is also a sylist and writer, more about these things in future podcasts when we invite her back on the Happiness Hub.

You can find out more about Annie on her website, Annie Taylor Coaching and via Linked In and Facebook.

You can also watch Annie's How to be at your best workshop which she delivered for the Nantwich Buddies.

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During this episode, Liz & Keds talk to Hannah about the best ways to improve PCOS through weight loss and a healthy lifestyle.

Hannah was diagnoses with PCOS when she was 17 and has been learning over the last 13 years how to manage her condition through physical and mental exercises and learning.

She has also become an ambassador for promoting awareness of the condition to help others. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others due to the lack of information and support she was given when she was first diagnosed

You can following Hannah and find out more about her journey on the following channels

• Instagram @hannahsjourneypcosweightloss
• Twitter @hannahguthpcos

Hannah also wanted to share details of the charity Verity who offer info and support groups for women with PCOS and you can find up to date research and info on the Daisy project Hannah talked about at Daisy PCOS.