What if understanding the intricate relationship between mental and physical health could be the key to holistic well-being? Join us at My Warm Table as we chat with Nicola Cooper, a highly experienced mental health nurse and therapist with a rich background in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) from the UK. Nicola shares her compelling journey and deep insights into the complexities of mental health, focusing on pressing issues like eating disorders, emotional regulation, and the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health. Through Nicola's expert lens, we explore how integrating holistic care can transform lives and foster genuine healing.

In our warm table conversation, Nicola delves into strategies for managing digital consumption, particularly concerning harmful online content related to eating disorders; and she brings to light the critical need for trauma-informed care. We also explore the nuanced balance between medication, therapy, and personalized treatment plans with Nicola.

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Sound Engineering: Damon Sutton
Music: William A Spence
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My Warm Table, translated into Italian is Tavola Calda. These were the words my Papa used to describe a table of good friends, good food and good conversation. I always aim to create a tavola calda in my life and I hope this podcast encourages you to do so too!

Witness the strength of the human spirit through Olga Hurina's eyes, a Ukrainian humanitarian entrant whose life took a dramatic turn when war forced her from her homeland to the unfamiliar shores of Perth, Australia. Leaving behind her husband and a career in public service, Olga's story is one of resilience and hope. Amidst the backdrop of the ongoing Ukrainian crisis, she shares her emotional journey, the challenges of adapting to a whole new world, and how she's now contributing to her new community while reaching back to aid those in Ukraine.

Our conversation with Olga culminates in a broader discussion about displacement and the strength required to rebuild a life from the ground up. We hear about the impact of war on infrastructure and the daily struggle for normalcy, while celebrating the remarkable strides Olga has made towards establishing her independence in Australia.

Her tale is a profound reminder of the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, paying tribute to the resilience of displaced individuals globally and the unquenchable human spirit to chart a course toward a more hopeful tomorrow.

Links:
Echoes of Ukraine
Photovoice project: Fleeing the War across Oceans
Assets - organisation to support refugee survivors
Dress for Success WA
Movie: 20 Days in Mariupol

Warm thanks to:
Sponsor: Females Over Forty-five Fitness in Victoria Park
Sound Engineering: Damon Sutton
Music: William A Spence
... and all our generous and inspiring guests around the warm table this season!

Support the Show.

Please rate and review this podcast - it helps to share the love with others!
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My Warm Table, translated into Italian is Tavola Calda. These were the words my Papa used to describe a table of good friends, good food and good conversation. I always aim to create a tavola calda in my life and I hope this podcast encourages you to do so too!

Imagine being captivated by a voice that weaves humor and vulnerability into a tapestry of tales, drawing you into the very heart of storytelling. That's precisely what Andrea Gibbs, a storyteller extraordinaire, does as our guest. As she unravels the intricacies of performance, from the raw exposure of acting to the subtle rhythms of narrative comedy, we explore how each story, whether whispered in a theatre or laughed over at a comedy club, forges connections that ripple through our lives.

Andrea takes us into her world where humor and hardship dance in the delicate balance of storytelling. Through tales of personal challenges and career highs, such as captivating audiences alongside Cate Blanchett, she reveals the resilience it takes to not only succeed but also to genuinely impact others. The art of crafting stories, Andrea shows us, lies not in grandeur but in the authenticity and relatable moments that resonate on a universal frequency.

In the ever-unpredictable arena of the arts, Andrea Gibbs stands as a beacon of hope and adaptability. From the profound connection made with a delivery guy in a Love Actually styled encounter, to hosting WA's most authentic and unique storytelling event, Barefaced Stories, Andrea's narratives are a testament to the transformational power of storytelling. Join us around the warm table, and let Andrea's journey of creativity, change, and the pursuit of passion inspire you to see the extraordinary in the everyday and the strength in sharing your own story.

Links:
Andrea Gibbs
Barefaced Stories
Think Back Stack
Andrea's TedX Talk

Warm thanks to:
Sponsor: Females Over Forty-five Fitness in Victoria Park
Sound Engineering: Damon Sutton
Music: William A Spence
... and all our generous and inspiring guests around the warm table this season!

Support the Show.

Please rate and review this podcast - it helps to share the love with others!
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Catch up on all episodes. You'll find My Warm Table on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Buzzsprout and more ...

My Warm Table, translated into Italian is Tavola Calda. These were the words my Papa used to describe a table of good friends, good food and good conversation. I always aim to create a tavola calda in my life and I hope this podcast encourages you to do so too!