Keep Going and Growing (Niamh Stone)
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| 02 Feb 2023 | My current favourites. | 00:48:21 | |
If you have ever wondered - what does Niamh like using/doing/eating/listening to? Then this episode will answer that for you. Just kidding, I am sure you don't think about that but here I am giving it to you anyway just in case. Here are some of my current recommendations. I hope you enjoy listening x | |||
| 20 May 2021 | Let's talk about sleep. | 00:38:20 | |
We all know the basics; don't go on your phone before bed, try and get 8 hours of sleep etc. but how can we be getting more sleep and improve the quality of our sleep? This episode will dive into sleep and why it's so important to be getting enough and how we can improve our sleep. I also discuss sleep cycles and dreams. | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | Unpopular opinions and pet peeves. | 00:34:36 | |
I try not to be too negative on this podcast but I thought it was time to talk about the silly little things that can get on my nerves and I needed to get them off my chest! This is all just to laugh at and please don't think I'm being too serious. I hope maybe you can relate to some of these things and I truly mean no harm by anything said! Let me know your unpopular opinions and pet peeves! My episode 'Being 'that girl' and having your life together.' Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 30 Sep 2021 | How to romanticise your life. | 00:36:26 | |
This episode is all about what it means to romanticise your life and how we can do this in the day to day. I also talk about the concept of casual magic which I believe is central to the idea of romanticising your life. I hope you enjoy the episode. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 15 Jul 2021 | Something to read. | 00:38:59 | |
As the third and final part of this mini-series on my recommendations, I am finishing with my book recommendations. Maybe I talk about a book you love or maybe I give you a new recommendation. I hope we can share in the joy of reading books both fiction and non-fiction together. Feel free to let me know any of your recommendations over on the podcast instagram. | |||
| 21 Jul 2022 | Thoughts on entering my 20s; 'the defining decade'. | 00:37:39 | |
This episode is me sharing my thoughts on the pressure and expectations that society puts on the decade of our 20s. I talk about how that makes me feel and what my thoughts are on the pressure to get married, have babies, buy a house etc. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 13 Oct 2022 | Things I’ve bought that are worth it. | 00:39:26 | |
Todays episode is one inspired by the amazing Emma Chamberlain on her podcast Anything Goes which is a favourite of mine. We are going to be talking about all the best things I own, I have ever bought, things I have bought that are worth it etcetera. I share many random items that make my everyday life better. | |||
| 28 Jul 2022 | How to be your most authentic self. | 00:30:53 | |
I believe we are going to be happier when we are being more true to ourselves and not playing a part but being who we really are. Not who society tells us to be or who we perhaps aspire to be; but truly ourselves. Often, we put our identity in the wrong things which causes us to question who are we really, what do we like, how do we want people to see us, what brings us joy, what do we truly identify with? We lose sight of the real us. We change ourselves in order to fit in with the people around us. We dress a certain way, watch certain things, listen to certain music, we squash any part of us that is not cool or is different. In this episode I will try and help you to rediscover your true self and get to know yourself better so you can be more authentic and true to yourself. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 07 Oct 2021 | Starting University and the reality of 'Freshers Week'. | 00:50:15 | |
As I have been at the University of Edinburgh for a few weeks now, I thought it could be fun to chat about the reality of Freshers week and all the highs and lows that come with starting University. It's not perfect but I've been having a lot of fun. I give you some details about accommodation, meeting your flat mates, starting lectures and tutorials and managing your time as well as homesickness and coping with this. I also talk about how it can be so exciting to explore and navigate a new place and as always provide a very honest insight into my experiences. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 17 Jun 2021 | Starting your own business with Gracie Bustamante. | 00:54:41 | |
This is a very special episode as I am joined by the lovely Gracie Bustamante! In this episode Gracie tells us all about her business 'Rock Goddess Crystals' and how and why she started it. Gracie and I discuss her inspirations, motivations and priorities for her business as well as her marketing strategies and how she balances her time and she gives advice to those who may be thinking about starting a business of their own. Mentioned in this episode: Rock Goddess Crystals Instagram | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Worst first date stories. | 00:37:36 | |
When thinking about Valentine's Day, I realised it could be fun to talk about some of the worst first date stories out there. These are not my stories but ones I found when searching the internet. I hope that this episode makes you laugh out loud and brings you some joy this week. Love, Niamh xxx | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | University life, sustainability and creativity with Lucy Woodward. | 00:32:19 | |
This week I have an exciting guest joining me. Lucy Woodward is the host of the podcast Lucy Talks, formerly known as Space to Learn. On her podcast, Lucy shares about her life and interests in a fun, informative and engaging way. In this episode, we discuss uni life, Lucy's experience as a woman in STEM, future careers in sustainability, the importance of creativity and Lucy's feelings about life after uni. I hope you enjoy listening and go check out Lucy's podcast! Lucy's links: Lucy Talks email - spacetolearnpodcast@gmail.com Stuff we chatted about: Unjaded Jade's YouTube video on post graduation feelings Mo Gawdat's book Solve for Happy My links: | |||
| 07 Apr 2022 | Dealing with negative emotions and changing the narrative. | 00:46:27 | |
This topic feels very current for me and so I wanted to address the universal experience of negative emotions and how we can cope with them. I have also been thinking a lot lately about changing the narrative and how this can help us to deal with our negative thought patterns. Sending lots of love if you're struggling with this right now! Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com Mentioned in this episode: Megan Short's podcast 'Life's your bitch'. | |||
| 18 May 2023 | Am I making the most of my 20s? | 00:38:11 | |
I've been thinking a lot about being in my 20s and how it makes me feel. The pressures and stereotypes can weigh you down but I want to provide you with some reassurance that it's all normal. You're not alone! Comparison is the thief of joy but it doesn't have to win. My episode on my thoughts about entering my 20s, aka the 'defining decade' Megan Short's podcast episode on being in your 20s | |||
| 27 Oct 2022 | How to make your life more magical. | 00:33:18 | |
This episode is about moments of casual magic in everyday life. As we move into autumn I feel I have been noticing more of the small moments of magic in the everyday mundane tasks. Casual magic is the idea that there are small moments of magic in everyday life. I want to encourage you to take note and notice those small moments of magic. Don’t let them pass you by. I will be giving a lot of examples in this episode of moments of casual magic. I hope you enjoy listening and feel inspired and uplifted as well as in a more autumnal cosy mood. | |||
| 15 Jun 2023 | My summer 2023 vibes. | 00:41:10 | |
It is officially summer and I have been consuming loads of summer content and been channeling the best vibes. I want to share these with you today! All the summer 2023 vibes that I am manifesting for us all. Lots of love, Niamh xxx Mentioned in the episode: Creative directing your summer by What We Said ft. Ty French Summer of self love by The Matcha Diaries Summer bucket list 2023 by Gals on the Go Summer bucket list (to have the best summer ever) by On My Mind My links: | |||
| 03 Jun 2021 | Explore your creativity. | 00:32:55 | |
Being creative has so many benefits for us and it's an important element of our lives that we need to be making time for. There are so many ways to be creative and there's something out there for everyone. In this episode I explore how we can be more creative and why it's important to use our creative energy. Mentioned in this episode: | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | Do you have a hobby? | 00:43:34 | |
This episode is about the importance of having a hobby and the benefits it can bring. I discuss lots of different types of hobbies and share some of mine with you. Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 06 Jan 2022 | New Year reflections and resolutions. | 00:49:41 | |
Happy 2022! It's a new year, a fresh start, and the podcast is back and better than ever. There's some exciting things coming. In this episode I reflect on 2021 and look forwards to 2022 and habits and mindsets I want to take into the new year. Maybe it can inspire you to reflect on the past year and consider what you've learned and what you want to do as we go into the new year. Remember though, a new year is a great time to start new things but everyday is just as good. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 16 Dec 2021 | It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! | 00:39:18 | |
I wanted to do a fun Christmas episode to finish off the year. I hope you're feeling festive and if you're not then I hope this episode helps! Sending you all so much love and have a great Christmas whether or not you celebrate it. I hope it's a good break and time to rest. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 18 Feb 2021 | Friendships and Relationships. | 00:34:11 | |
Inspired by Valentine's Day, this episode is about the different relationships we have in our lives both romantic and not. I discuss how we can know whether a relationship or friendship is good for us and whether it's worth putting our energy into. There are many different types of relationships in our lives and we are connected in various ways to different people. Sometimes a relationship is causing stress and negativity and we need to recognise when it's time to step back from it. | |||
| 12 May 2022 | How to stay productive when you’re tired of studying. | 00:30:02 | |
It's exam season and it's time to get your head down and study. I have been studying for my exams and most students I know have a lot on their plate and are feeling a bit burnt out and ready to rest and relax. I wanted to make an episode talking all about this and how we can keep up our motivation levels and continue to study even when we don't feel like it. My other episode: Productivity and hustle culture. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 22 Sep 2022 | It's time for a reset and to refresh your habits and routines. | 00:40:49 | |
This episode is all about how to have a reset of your habits and routines and getting back on track. A lot of us are starting a new season, whether that's a new year of University or school or a new job, and I want to give some practical tips on how you can have a reset and kickstart those good habits and get back into your routine. | |||
| 04 Feb 2021 | New Year's Resolutions? | 00:33:21 | |
In this episode we are going to be thinking about setting goals and implementing new habits into our daily lives. You don’t need to wait for a new year to make a change; everyday is a fresh start. It's never too late to start something new and improve our mental and physical well-being!! I’m going to be looking back at my journal entry from the start of the year where I reflected on 2020 and looked forward to the new year. I hope you feel inspired to try something new and incorporate new goals into your life. Mentioned in the episode: | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | The ultimate self care guide. | 00:36:23 | |
Inspired by a newspaper article I wrote a while ago for my University paper, I decided to share with you some of my tips for self care. I hope this helps you build the ultimate self care schedule for yourself. Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 09 Dec 2021 | Let's talk about gratitude. | 00:35:47 | |
Gratitude is something I am very passionate about and so I wanted to have a bit of a chat about it and think about how we can all practice gratitude in our day to day lives and why it's important and beneficial. I also talk a bit about journaling and give some journal prompts linked to gratitude to help us get started. Instagram @keepgandg_podcast Tik Tok @keepgandg_podcast Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 02 Sep 2021 | Productivity and hustle culture. | 00:32:09 | |
This episode looks at different ways we can be more productive and use our time better but also discusses the dangers of toxic productivity and hustle culture. Email keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 19 Jan 2023 | Coping in embarrassing and uncomfortable situations. | 00:41:57 | |
In this episode I share some funny, embarrassing and uncomfortable situations from my life. I also give some advice on how to cope in these situations... I mean they don't get any less embarrassing but you can control how embarrassed it makes you feel! I hope this gives you a laugh but also helps you to cope in those uncomfortable situations should they inevitably happen. | |||
| 14 Apr 2022 | Hot girl habits I ACTUALLY kept up. | 00:37:50 | |
This episode is all about the hot girl habits I actually kept up. I talk about yoga, drinking more water, waking up early and more. I give you an honest insight into how I am doing with these habits. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 11 Feb 2021 | Coping in lockdown. | 00:28:48 | |
In the UK and other countries we are facing lockdown and trying to adapt to living very differently to how we are used to and want to. It is a difficult time and we must all support each other. This episode is about finding ways to cope during lockdown and I offer advice which will hopefully encourage you to keep going with habits or create new ones in order to hopefully make this time a teeny bit easier. Please be looking after yourself and your mental health and also looking out for your loved ones. Brighter days are ahead. Stay safe and sending you all my love. Mentioned in the episode: Duolingo Spanish Podcast (website) Kyra Pro Youtube (website) Useful links: Anxiety UK (website) Mind (website) Young Minds (website) Papyrus (website) CALM (website) I DONT MIND (website) | |||
| 08 Apr 2021 | My advice on moving abroad - Part 3. | 00:35:47 | |
This is part 3, the final part of my mini-series on my gap year in Madrid. In this episode I give general advice about moving abroad and I read advice from my friends who have lived abroad too. I also answer some listener questions. I hope this episode is helpful for those who are moving abroad or considering it and if you're not moving abroad I hope this episode is still interesting. If you have questions please message me over on the podcast instagram. | |||
| 26 Aug 2021 | 20 things I've learnt in 20 years. | 00:42:10 | |
As I am now 20, I decided to make an episode talking about the 20 most important things I've learnt so far and hopefully this is helpful and resonates with some of you. Feel free to let me know anything you would add to this list! Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 24 Feb 2022 | Authenticity online and social media. | 00:33:11 | |
Social media is a huge part of our lives and we are encouraged to be authentic and share everything but when are we sharing too much? This episode discusses how we conduct ourselves online and how much we choose to share with our followers. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com Link to my episode 'Being 'that girl' and having your life together.' | |||
| 22 Dec 2022 | Christmas time, mistletoe and wine. | 00:33:48 | |
It's time for the Christmas episode! I hope this helps you feel a bit Christmassy. Lots of love and merry Christmas! | |||
| 02 Mar 2023 | Lucky girl syndrome. | 00:35:59 | |
Are you feeling lucky? If you are then you may already understand the magic that comes with lucky girl syndrome but if you're not, then let me introduce you to the life-changing magic of changing your mindset. Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 04 Mar 2021 | Fast vs slow and sustainable fashion. | 00:35:25 | |
We need to be mindful of where we buy our clothes and also how we dispose of them when we are finished. As consumers, we have a responsibility to buy ethically and sustainably as it is both in our best interest and the planets and we have the ability to bring about real change. I discuss the manufacturing of clothing and the way this affects both the environment and those who make the products we enjoy. I offer advice on how we can slow down fast fashion and I encourage you to repair, recycle and repurpose your clothing. Mentioned in this episode: Sustainable Clothing Brands Article Learn more about the Rana Plaza 2013 disaster Rana Plaza - Clean Clothes Campaign | |||
| 25 Mar 2021 | Living abroad and my gap year in Madrid - Part 1. | 00:28:30 | |
I am doing a 3 part mini-series on the topic of my gap year in Madrid. This episode focuses on the background information such as why I moved to Madrid, how I decided I wanted to move there and what I was doing there. I also discuss making friends and learning a new language. I hope this is interesting and you continue to listen to all 3 parts. Each will have a slightly different focus on a different element of living abroad and my gap year. | |||
| 16 Jun 2022 | What time is it? Summer time! Aka time to travel... | 00:48:44 | |
What time is it? Summer time! It's our vacation... I hope you get the High School Musical reference! This episode is coming to you after a 3 week break so I have a lot to catch you up on! I am going to be letting you know what I've been up to and why I have been away from the microphone and updating you on my travel diaries. I am also going to give a few little travel tips and tricks... Go check out some of my cool travel content from my trips: Instagram @keepgandg_podcast Tik Tok @keepgandg_podcast Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 24 Nov 2022 | How to make your life more sustainable. | 00:38:27 | |
This episode gives some tips on how you can make your life more sustainable if this is something you are interested in. Ultimately, it is up to governments and corporations to make changes that will have a large impact but I am aware that there are people similar to myself who want to do what they can in their own life. | |||
| 14 Oct 2021 | My Impossible List and goal setting. | 00:36:15 | |
This episode is all about goal setting for big and small goals and I think about why setting goals is helpful. I discuss what an impossible list is - similar to a bucket list except when you achieve a goal you make it bigger and better so your list is constantly evolving. I also tell you what's on mine and share some of my dreams and goals with you. Let me know what's on your impossible list! Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 25 Feb 2021 | A guide to journaling. | 00:28:28 | |
Journaling has become a popular phenomenon in today's society - but what is it and why should you do it? This episode will help you discover the world of journaling and how you can do it today. The objective of this episode is to educate all about the benefits of journaling whether they are planning to do it or not. Even if you don't feel journaling is your cup of tea I entreat you to listen to this episode anyway as you may be inspired and learn something. I also hope to help those who want to start journaling to begin and to encourage those who are in a journaling rut to keep going. | |||
| 01 Apr 2021 | The highs and lows of my gap year - Part 2. | 00:31:01 | |
This is part 2 of my 3 part mini-series on my gap year in Madrid. In this episode I discuss both the highs of living abroad and all the good things but I also look at the lows and give advice on how to deal with homesickness and the other difficult parts about living abroad. I hope this is helpful and gives you a good insight into my experience in Madrid. | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | Recognising and preventing burnout. | 00:40:07 | |
Burnout is a very common experience for anyone whether you are a student or work full-time. The sooner you are able to recognise burnout, the sooner you can begin to fight back against it. This episode will help you identify burnout and realise if this is something that you are experiencing and will then give you advice on how to fight back against that burnout. If you are struggling with this then please know that you are not alone and it gets better! Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 27 Jan 2022 | Dealing with Imposter Syndrome. | 00:47:54 | |
Since starting University I have been experiencing Imposter Syndrome and I know that there are many other circumstances where we may feel this. I wanted to have a honest chat about how I've been feeling and hopefully offer some useful advice. You're doing so well and you should be so proud of yourself. Keep going (and growing!). Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 19 Jan 2021 | Trailer - Welcome to Keep Going and Growing! | 00:01:55 | |
Hello and welcome to the podcast! It's so wonderful to have you listening. Here is the trailer for the 'Keep Going and Growing' podcast. I hope you enjoy and hear something you like. Let's begin our journey of keeping going and growing together. | |||
| 14 Jul 2022 | Random polls - aliens, dreams, super powers and more. | 00:46:05 | |
This episode touches on many different topics; some deep and meaningful and others... not so much! I discuss the answers to random poll questions I put up on my instagram story. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 11 Nov 2021 | My 'Fall Favourites'. | 00:34:47 | |
This episode is all about my 'Fall Favourites' which is a podcast trend at the moment. I thought I'd have a go and share my favourite things at the moment. Let me know your favourite things right now! Instagram @keepgandg_podcast Tik Tok @keepgandg_podcast Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 10 Jun 2021 | How can we save the world and battle the climate crisis? | 00:51:48 | |
Climate change is a big problem and sometimes it can feel so big that we don’t feel we can do anything about it. Wrong. The only way it's going to get better is if we do something. Humans are the problem but we are also the only solution. I have read ‘How to save the world for free’ by Natalie Fee which has really inspired me to make this episode and I really hope you begin to make some changes in your life to help fight climate change. We can't change things overnight but every little change counts. Let's learn more together and start saving the world before it's too late. Mentioned in this episode: 'How to save the world for free' by Natalie Fee 'City to Sea' Charity founded by Natalie Fee | |||
| 09 Feb 2023 | Toxic traits and cutting toxic people out of your life. | 00:40:32 | |
Are you toxic? Am I? This week we dive into the topic of toxic people and how to spot one and swiftly avoid them. | |||
| 27 Apr 2023 | Are you an introvert or extrovert? | 00:33:02 | |
You have probably been asked this question a lot - meeting new people, personality tests, weird job surveys etc. and today I thought we should think about what it means to be introverted, extroverted or somewhere in between. Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 20 Jul 2023 | Life in Edinburgh, travel and content creation with Viola Baker aka @thecrankydamsel. | 00:41:26 | |
This week Viola, also known as @thecrankydamsel on Instagram, comes on the podcast to chat about everything Edinburgh, travel and content creation. Viola is a fellow Edinburgh girlie and so we discuss life in Edinburgh as a student, our favourite local spots and things to do as well as the inspiration and creativity behind Viola’s content creation on Instagram. We also talk about Viola’s travels and her role as editor for a lifestyle magazine. Viola makes the most aesthetic Edinburgh content and reminds me to romanticise the city. The episode is super fun and inspiring and I hope you enjoy listening. Viola's Instagram @thecrankydamsel Edinburgh recommendations mentioned: My links: | |||
| 23 Jun 2022 | Negative self-talk and how to be kinder to yourself. | 00:40:03 | |
We are often so mean to ourselves inside our own head and our own worst critic. In this episode I want to help us to combat negative self-talk and learn practical ways that we can be kinder to ourselves with methods such as thought substitution. Remember that you deserve the best and you deserve to be happy, and you are allowed to be your own best friend and be kind to yourself. Mentioned in this episode: How to be comfortable with your own company and doing things alone. Dealing with negative emotions and changing the narrative. Summer expectations and body neutrality. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 05 May 2022 | What is self-care and how can I incorporate it into my life? | 00:36:39 | |
This episode discusses all things self-care. I break down the barriers that keep us from spending time on self-care and help you to understand what self-care actually is. I give some practical ways that you can incorporate self-care into your daily routine and lifestyle. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 27 May 2021 | I miss travelling. | 00:38:05 | |
I have made this episode to reminisce on my travel memories and to look forward to future travels. I am so grateful for all the wonderful trips I have had and thought it would just be fun to share some fun times and some... not so fun times! I hope this episode is fun and interesting and that you get to have a bit of a laugh at some of my stories. You don't need to travel to have fun or be happy but I thought it would be fun to share my experiences and to remember the good memories of travelling when we aren't sure at the moment when we can be travelling again. | |||
| 08 Jun 2023 | Small moments of casual magic. | 00:33:05 | |
As a natural pessimist, it is important for me to look for the small moments in life which spark joy. This can be anything from a sunset to a good book, and I suggest many more examples in this episode. Let's change our mindset and look for positivity and magic in the everyday and romanticise an ordinary life. UnJaded Jade's YouTube Channel Ava Jules' Podcast 'On My Mind' | |||
| 31 Mar 2022 | Spring cleaning aka getting on top of things. | 00:42:01 | |
In this week's ep we are going to be getting back on track and getting on top of our lives and sorting stuff out. I give some practical tips on how we can do this and how we can mentally and physically spring clean. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 18 Mar 2021 | Christianity, my faith and testimony. | 00:33:15 | |
I am a Christian and in this episode I am going to be discussing what I believe, how I became a Christian, why I became a Christian and what this has meant for me personally and how it affects my everyday life. I also have an honest discussion about my struggles. I hope that whether you are a Christian or not, you will find this episode interesting and eye-opening. Please don't hesitate to message me with any questions you have as a result of this episode or if you just want to have a general chat about it. You can contact me over on the podcast instagram. Mentioned in this episode: Ridgeway Church Youtube channel 'For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.' John 3 v 16 'The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.' Philippians 4 v 6-7 'Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.' Joshua 1 v 9 'For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.' Romans 8 v 38-39 | |||
| 15 Sep 2022 | University Advice! | 00:27:53 | |
This episode is for those freshers and refreshers like me who are starting or going back to University and perhaps are looking for some advice on how to navigate this new or continued chapter of their life. I hope this is helpful and remember that it is normal to feel lost and overwhelmed at the start but it does get better and more manageable. Sending loads of love!! Message me on Instagram if you have any questions x | |||
| 12 Aug 2021 | Mental health and post-lockdown anxiety. | 00:32:08 | |
This weeks episode is a chat about mental health and I am in no way an expert but just sharing my experiences, thoughts and feelings. Your feelings are ALWAYS valid and worth talking about and if you are struggling please do speak to family and friends if you feel able to and please find some professional help. Please be looking out for yourself and taking care of yourself. You and your mental health matter and you must make it a priority in your day to day life. You can always talk to me over on the podcast instagram if you would like to. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com Helpful resources: Samaritans helpline UK 116 123 | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Let's chat about relationships. | 00:36:39 | |
This episode is about romantic relationships. I share about my relationship and give some advice for others who find themselves in long distance relationships and I discuss what it is like to be in a long term relationship in my early 20's. | |||
| 13 May 2021 | Our relationship with our phones and social media. | 00:38:36 | |
In this episode I discuss the addictiveness of our phones and social media and the effects this has on our mental health. I also think about how social media can be a force for good and a great outlet for creativity. I look at various different aspects of social media and give advice on how I believe we can stop it from controlling our lives. Mentioned in this episode: | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | Balancing your life while working. | 00:46:39 | |
It can be a big adjustment learning to keep on top of life whilst working more than you are used to and so I wanted to talk about this and how I have adjusted. Having a good work-life balance is essential to mitigate against burnout. We have so many different things we have to fit into our lives and make time for such as our hobbies, chores, exercise, socialising, and self-care activities. I hope this episode provides some practical and useful tips to help you learn how to balance your life while working full-time or part-time or however much you work. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 30 Mar 2023 | The balance between discipline and being kind to yourself. | 00:45:16 | |
This episode is a bit of a brain dump of all the things I have been feeling lately but also reflects the conversations I have been having with friends. I realised I am not the only one experiencing this struggle between trying to push yourself and trying to be kind and gentle with yourself. I try to give some advice and remind you that we are doing this together and there is support out there. I hope this episode brings you some comfort and makes you feel seen and heard. Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 28 Jan 2021 | Getting to know me. | 00:39:21 | |
Welcome to the first episode of 'Keep Going and Growing' all about... me!! I am super excited about this. I hope you enjoy this episode and get to know me a little better and get a feel of what the podcast (and me) is really like. I've asked some of my friends and family to be involved so that you can see me from different perspectives. Have a lovely day! | |||
| 04 Nov 2021 | Being 'that girl' and having your life together. | 00:33:48 | |
There's been a big trend on social media of being 'that' girl and seeming to have your life together and everything looks very aesthetic and perfect. In this episode I discuss how this concept can be helpful and why it's trending but also the damaging effect it can have on us and why we need to remember that what we see on social media isn't real life. Email keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com My other episodes mentioned: | |||
| 03 Feb 2022 | Morning routines. | 00:50:08 | |
In this episode I chat about the importance of a good morning routine and its ability to set you up for the day. I discuss my morning routine and suggest ideas of habits you may want to incorporate into yours. Let's have great mornings which lead to great days! Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | Recognising red flags and setting boundaries in friendships and relationships. | 00:41:07 | |
With Valentine's Day fresh in our minds, I thought it would be a good opportunity to discuss some of the relationship red flags we can often ignore and I want to provide helpful advice on how to manage those red flags and how to set boundaries in our relationships. We each deserve to be respected and in this episode I mention why we should be setting be setting boundaries and practical ways we can do this. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 20 Oct 2022 | Alcohol, piercings and tattoos. | 00:38:26 | |
Today we are talking about the fun topics of alcohol, piercings and tattoos. I share my opinions, experiences, plans and ideas. Hopefully this episode will make you laugh and smile and maybe inspire you to get that piercing you've been wanting... | |||
| 20 Apr 2023 | Energy givers and takers. | 00:51:37 | |
Today we are chatting about what brings joy and energy to recharge me versus what drains me and depletes my energy. I share some (not very unique!) helpful and easy tips for energy givers and give some insight into what I do to keep myself charged up mentally, physically and socially. Megan Short's podcast episode on social media Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 10 Feb 2022 | How to be comfortable with your own company and doing things alone. | 00:40:32 | |
This episode is all about how we can become more comfortable with our own company and doing things alone. I want to share my journey with this as I've grown up and had different experiences and also offer practical tips and advice on how you can do this too. I get asked about this all the time and so I hope this helps you if this is something you want to work on. We can do this! Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 26 Jan 2023 | The art of saying no. | 00:36:03 | |
It’s not always easy to say no to things even when we really want to. Sometimes we feel a duty or responsibility to do something because we feel it’s the right thing. A lot of us take on too much in our lives and end up getting stressed because we don’t know how to say no to things and we don’t want to let people down. Most of us are people pleasers which makes sense because why would we do something we know will not make the person asking us happy? But at the end of the day it’s about you and your life and you have to do what you feel able to and not take on more than you can handle. Some people can juggle more things than others and you shouldn’t compare yourself to other people but figure out what works for you. Let's chat about setting boundaries and saying NO! | |||
| 16 Sep 2021 | Stress and overthinking. | 00:34:29 | |
This episode is all about stress and overthinking which are things that can really have an impact on our lives. In this episode I discuss stress and how we can manage it and make it more bearable. If you are really struggling with stress and feel unable to cope, please contact a professional such as your GP surgery in order to get help. I hope this episode is helpful and remember that your feelings are valid and your mental health matters. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com My other episodes mentioned: Helpful resources: | |||
| 04 May 2023 | Books books books - my summer TBR and a book tag. | 00:36:20 | |
Today we are chatting all things books and reading. I am doing Steph Bohrer's book recommendation tag and going through my summer TBR (To Be Read) list. I hope you find some new recommendations! Happy reading and happy listening xxx Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 10 Mar 2022 | Taking a personality test. | 00:45:16 | |
Have you ever wondered what your personality type is? Well in this episode I take a personality test and let's just say I was a little surprised by the results... My other episodes mentioned in this episode: How to be comfortable with your own company and doing things alone. | |||
| 01 Jul 2021 | Something to watch. | 00:37:09 | |
I'm doing a mini series on my recommendations and so I hope you find some new things to watch! I discuss movies, TV shows and YouTube. Let me know if some of these are your favourites too! | |||
| 16 Mar 2023 | Protecting your peace. | 00:34:58 | |
This episode is about protecting your peace by getting rid of bad energy and low vibrational things in your life such as horror films and true crime documentaries. I share ways I try to protect my peace and give some ideas for how you can protect yours to have a better day to day experience. Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 23 Mar 2023 | Celebrating women during Women's History Month. | 00:40:24 | |
I have been inspired after writing some of my recent newspaper articles to chat about all things celebrating women and Women's History Month! In this episode I discuss female friendship, TV shows and some ways to celebrate the inspiring women in your life. This is for all listeners - not just women! Link to read my newspaper articles | |||
| 05 Jan 2023 | New year, new me? | 00:45:40 | |
It's my annual New Year's resolutions episode. I will be sharing my goals for 2023 and hopefully motivate you to have a think about what you want to do this year. You can start a new habit anytime but the new year feels like the perfect opportunity to get started. Happy New Year! | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | Shifting to an abundance mindset. | 00:34:54 | |
In this episode I discuss shifting to an abundance mindset which is the idea that you don’t look at what you don’t have but rather remember what you do. I give ideas for how we can try to have an abundance mindset and why its good for us. I hope you feel that this episode helps you to change your mindset and have a greater appreciation of the things in your life. Let’s not live with a scarcity mindset because that’s not fun for anyone. A scarcity mindset is the opposite of an abundance mindset. It is the idea that we never have enough and always want more. | |||
| 10 Nov 2022 | Seasonal depression is stopping me from entering my slay era… | 00:37:10 | |
This weeks episode is focusing on seasonal depression and its effect on me and those around me and how this is stopping me from becoming the best version of myself, aka. entering my slay era. | |||
| 01 Jun 2023 | I went on a solo road trip around Scotland. | 00:42:36 | |
This episode I discuss my recent solo road trip around Scotland and share some tips on solo travel and my reflections after spending so much time on my own. I hope this episode inspires you to get out of your comfort zone and do the dang thing you want to do. | |||
| 29 Apr 2021 | Personal safety and sexual harassment. | 00:43:50 | |
It's been a short amount of time since the murder of Sarah Everard which sparked a movement across the UK with people sharing stories and opening up about their own experiences. Most women and a large amount of men have been victims of sexual harassment to some degree. We need to keep talking about this. In this episode I discuss this topic and I also think about the hope that there is for the future. If you are feeling afraid or more so than before as a result of recent events then I hope this episode will be helpful and a comfort to you. Sexual Harassment Helpline 08 08 16 89 111 Growing with the Flow with Nayna Florence - 'Destroying the patriarchy' Space to Learn with Lucy Woodward - 'Sexual Harassment - Let's talk about it' | |||
| 03 Nov 2022 | My experience going vegetarian (so far). | 00:39:55 | |
This episode will discuss my personal experience with becoming vegetarian and how this has impacted me and my lifestyle. I am not making this episode with any intention to make anyone feel guilty for eating meat - there is zero judgement here, I mean I have eaten meat my whole life until now. I am not trying to convince you to become vegetarian but I just wanted to share my experience and maybe inspire those who are looking to make this change. | |||
| 15 Apr 2021 | Black Lives still Matter with Nommy Mlalazi. | 01:11:26 | |
This is a guest episode where Nommy Mlalazi and I discuss the issue of racism and think about the Black Lives Matter movement that became prominent in May 2020 following the death of George Floyd. So much change has come as a result of this movement but there is still a long way to go. Nommy was a speaker at the St Albans Black Lives Matter Protest in June 2020 and in this episode she speaks about her experience growing up in a predominantly white area and how she and others she knows have been affected by racism. She shares her thoughts on different issues linked to race and offers valuable insight on how we can further educate ourselves and how we can strive to be actively anti-racist as individuals and as a society. Mentioned in this episode: Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | Dealing with societal pressures and taboos as a woman. | 00:36:41 | |
This episode has a deep topic and I will be exploring how I as a woman feel about different societal pressures and how I deal with these. These are pressures such as the need to dress and behave a certain way and to be hairless. I will also be discussing societal taboos such as periods which women are not supposed to talk about. I don't want this to sound like a rant but rather an insight into a 21 year old woman's opinions and experiences with the different pressures women in society face. | |||
| 29 Jul 2021 | July check in – how am I doing with my resolutions? | 00:36:24 | |
At the start of 2021 I made some New Years Resolutions and even made an episode about them. I thought it would be interesting to reflect on them now and my progress since we are over halfway through the year! What has changed and how am I doing with my resolutions? Let's find out. | |||
| 05 Aug 2021 | Summer expectations and body neutrality. | 00:28:54 | |
Summer is a time of fun in the sun but it can also come with some stress concerning body image. In this episode I discuss the ideology of body neutrality and how this can help us as we face the summer months. If you are experiencing serious issues with your relationship with your body such as an eating disorder, please seek professional help and know that I am not an expert on this whatsoever. Please be taking care of yourself and getting the help you need. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 13 Jul 2023 | Friendships in your 20s. | 00:44:24 | |
Friendship is a BIG topic that I have touched on before but have been thinking about a lot recently and wanted to dive into further on the podcast. We talk all things making friends, maintaining friendships, friendship advice and those horrible friendship breakups... lots of love, Niamh xxx | |||
| 06 May 2021 | A girly chat - body image, periods and more. | 00:45:05 | |
I want this episode to have a sort of 'big sister' feel to it. I know not everyone has an older woman in their life to help them with these things or maybe they do and don't feel comfortable talking to them about these things. I talk about body image, shaving, periods and most importantly; loving yourself just as you are. I hope this is helpful and feel free to message me with any questions. | |||
| 13 Jan 2022 | Coping with those Winter/January blues. | 00:31:42 | |
It has been a long Winter and as we go into a New Year we may be feeling the come down from the festive period and the difficulty of the transition back into everyday life. The aim of this episode is to help us all to try and manage those inevitable Winter and January blues that are so common. You're not alone. I promise! Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 22 Apr 2021 | Growing your self-confidence. | 00:43:31 | |
It's not easy to accept ourselves as we are but I hope this episode is encouraging and helpful for you on your journey of growing your confidence. Confidence is key for anything in life. Let's learn how to grow our confidence together and as a result we will embrace life and ourselves better. I also talk about body image and how we will never become more confident if we find our confidence in our appearance rather than from within ourselves and changing our mindset. There's only one you so don't let others take away from your joy and uniqueness. | |||
| 11 Mar 2021 | Mindfulness and personal development. | 00:33:21 | |
We are constantly striving for success in our lives but we also need to focus on looking after ourselves and becoming more mindful. This leads to personal development and growth. I believe we can all benefit from improving our mindset and attitude. I view mindfulness and personal development as not mutually exclusive at all but very much one and the same. In todays episode I discuss various ways we can all focus on mindfulness and personal development such as through adopting 'A Growth Mindset', personal reflection and our treatment of others. I hope you enjoy the episode and learn something new. Let's all look after ourselves and focus on our growth and development as individuals. | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | 36 questions to fall in love (or just get to know someone better). | 00:35:23 | |
In this episode I go through the popular '36 questions to fall in love'... I mean I don't want to make you all fall in love with me, but I thought it would be fun to go through these deep questions and you can get to know me better and think about your own answers as well as ask your friends or a partner some of these questions. Here's to being honest and open even when it's scary! Lots of love ;) Niamh xxx My links: | |||
| 03 Mar 2022 | How reading boosts your mental health with Naomi from ‘The 12 Books’. | 00:53:38 | |
This is a very special guest episode with Naomi from The 12 Books which is an online book club with a new book each month. In this episode Naomi and I discuss reading and how it benefits mental health along with Harry Potter, kindles, book recommendations, reading advice and more. | |||
| 24 Jun 2021 | Recharging after feeling burnt out. | 00:37:58 | |
Recently I haven't quite been feeling myself and I wanted to do something about it. I had a big journaling session as I find it helpful and I reflected on things and had a bit of a think about how I can get myself back on track and living my best life now. I know others are feeling rather burnt out at the moment too so I hope this is helpful and inspires you to get back on track. Mentioned in this episode: My other episodes: | |||
| 30 Jun 2022 | Getting to know me...better. | 00:37:49 | |
The first ever episode of this podcast was called ‘getting to know me’ and that was in January 2021. So, I felt that we might need to update that a little. In this episode I answer some questions to help my listeners get to know me better. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 06 Jul 2023 | Breaking down wellness and how to achieve balance between the different areas in your life. | 00:41:52 | |
At the start of 2023, one of my favourite podcasts Already Friends (I recommend!) published their '8 Dimensions of Wellness' series. I was inspired by the Already Friends podcast to reflect on the different areas of my life that add up to my overall wellness. My intellectual, financial, physical, social, emotional, environmental, occupational and spiritual wellness. I discuss how I divide my time to make sure I prioritise each area and achieve an overall balance in my life. My links: | |||
| 25 Nov 2021 | Time management and staying motivated. | 00:31:03 | |
We all have a lot on our plates and it can feel too much at times. We need to find a way to effectively manage our time in order to ensure we get everything done that we need to do as well as what we want to do. It's important to find a balance between work and play to battle burnout and to stay motivated. My episode 'Productivity and hustle culture.' Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 19 May 2022 | My fitness journey and fitness advice. | 00:43:54 | |
This episode is all about fitness and going to the gym and I share my fitness journey and how this has affected my relationship with my body image, food and appearance. I also give some tips on how to start going to the gym and fitness advice although I am obviously not qualified this is just from my experience! I hope you enjoy listening! Trigger warning: this episode discusses food and diet, body image and exercise. My other episode: Summer expectations and body neutrality. Email - keepgoingandgrowing.podcast@gmail.com | |||
| 01 Dec 2022 | Answering Vogue's 73 questions. | 00:27:23 | |
This episode is a fun one where I answer some of Vogue's 73 questions and pretend I am a celebrity. I hope this brings you some joy and you can think about the questions for yourself! | |||