Railwayman Paul Stanford experienced train accidents, rail suicides and distressed rail passengers, resulting in his PTSD diagnosis. Hear his story, how he recovered, and his coping techniques for stress.
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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.
Untangle your anxiety
Psychotherapist Joshua Fletcher discusses the various ways anxiety can manifest in individuals. He creates a sense of understanding and awareness by discussing what anxiety is, how it presents differently in people, and how to address it. Drawing from his professional expertise and personal experience with panic disorder and OCD, he offers a unique perspective on managing anxiety.
Living with pain: from fighting to flourishing
Vidyamala Burch has suffered with chronic pain for over 30 years due to congenital weakness, a car accident and unsuccessful surgery. She is now a wheelchair user. In this positive and reassuring talk, she identifies that it is our resistance to pain which causes it to be so distressing and miserable. She shares easy-to follow breathing techniques and powerful mindfulness meditations teach you how to live in the present moment.