Angie Belcher shows how she uses the process of learning stand-up comedy to help people experiencing trauma have confidence to write and perform from their own life experiences. Angie talks about her pioneering work being the first person to get comedy prescribed on the NHS and how her belief that comedy is for more than just the live circuit, but a power for good that can help elevate people and transcend their belief in themselves.
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Welcome to Rail Wellbeing Live 2021
Join John Halsall for an uplifting start to Rail Wellbeing Live 2021. We also hear from colleagues about how last year’s event had a positive impact on them.
How to be better listener
You can feel confident in supporting others with these tips on how to be a better listener. Watch May’s 5-Minute Wellbeing video from Dave Brown at the charity Samaritans.
Understanding post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Neil Greenberg explains what PTSD is and how rail organisations can minimise its risk. He also interviews Michael Setchell, a former train driver, who experienced traumatic events at work, resulting in a PTSD diagnosis.