Making The Change
The Speakmans and Orion Publishing Ltd
Life change therapists and married couple Nik and Eva Speakman live in an 800-year-old home in the North of England surrounded by fluffy cats. In this podcast they sit down at the kitchen table – sometimes a comfy sofa – to explore a whole host of subjects that often come up in their therapy sessions, including OCDs, eating disorders, and panic attacks. By hearing what others have overcome, and a bit of clever theory too, you’ll feel able to make a change in your life.
So, if you’re ready to learn how to make a change in your life then grab a cuppa and subscribe to this, Making The Change.
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
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On festive food anxieties
Making The Change
12/11/20 • 31 min
Nik and Eva Speakman tackle disordered eating – everything from overeating and undereating, to phobias of certain foods and kids who are fussy eaters. They discuss why these problems might be exacerbated over the festive period, but also give advice to begin tackling your specific issue whenever you’re ready. Eva explains why and how her anorexia developed, and Nick reflects on being a fussy eater as a child.
TW: This episode contains in depth discussion of eating disorders, so please take care when listening if you need.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety: Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
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Confidence saboteurs
Making The Change
07/30/21 • 36 min
Nik and Eva Speakman are joined in their therapy room by The Chase’s ‘Vixen’ Jenny Ryan. Together, they explore their own experiences of how others have sabotaged their confidence, and how they’ve learnt to re-build their self-esteem. The Speakmans' advice includes setting clear boundaries with loved ones and looking back to change your perspective of painful experiences.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Some names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Everyday Confidence: Boost your self-worth and build unshakeable confidence
https://smarturl.it/EverydayConfidence
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
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There's always hope
Making The Change
09/03/21 • 31 min
Nik and Eva Speakman believe it’s cruel to take hope away from people. There might not be a clear solution to your problem today, but there might be tomorrow. As they explain, hope is not only scientifically proven to boost immune function and decrease pain, but having hope that there is an answer is what will make sure you keep searching for that answer rather than giving up.
Someone who is proof you should never give up hope that you can get better is listener Betty, who had a very traumatic childhood. She joins the Speakmans to talk through how she went from consistently being told she was having break downs, to being the relaxed, happy woman she is now.
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank conversation about suicide, so please take care while listening.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Some names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Everyday Confidence: Boost your self-worth and build unshakeable confidence
https://smarturl.it/EverydayConfidence
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On relationships
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07/24/20 • 29 min
Nik and Eva Speakman explain why strong relationships help us have better physical health and mental wellbeing. They discuss how to handle difficult relationships with colleagues, help a woman who’s feeling unappreciated by her adult children, and Eva opens up about how her life has changed after being in an abusive relationship.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety: Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On trauma
Making The Change
07/17/20 • 26 min
Nik and Eva Speakman explain how phobias, anxieties and negative behaviours often stem from trauma – be that a near death experience, heartbreak, or even a childhood prank. They help a woman who had a traumatic car crash, and Eva has a personal realisation about the cause of one of her own fears!
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety: Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On being persistent
Making The Change
11/06/20 • 28 min
Nik and Eva Speakman explain why they believe persistence outweighs talent. Their son Hunter makes an appearance, telling his parents what makes him commit to achieving goals he’s set himself. The Speakmans also talk through the inspiring stories of people like Henry Ford and Jim Carey, as well as those they’ve met at their workshops, as examples of how persistence pays off.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety: Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On why a bad day isn't a bad life
Making The Change
10/30/20 • 29 min
Nik and Eva Speakman talk through why a bad day doesn’t equal a bad life. Do you feel like a panic attack turned a bad day into a bad life? That’s exactly what happened to a number of people the Speakmans have helped, including a woman who was agoraphobic. They explain how timelines and celebrating positive outcomes can help you learn to reframe what you think of as bad days.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety: Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On doubting yourself
Making The Change
10/23/20 • 29 min
Nik and Eva Speakman explain the thinking behind one of their favourite phrases: “when doubt comes in, kick it out”. Maybe you’re doubting whether you can get that promotion, pass that exam, or even ask someone out on a date... the Speakmans talk through how disregarding the people who don’t support you and writing a list of achievements could help.
Plus, daughter Liv pops in for a cup of tea and a chat about when her university neuroscience professor doubted she was capable of understanding the course.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety: Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On catastrophising
Making The Change
10/16/20 • 30 min
Nik and Eva Speakman ask: if you have an anxiety, what’s stopping you from getting better or moving forward? What do you fear will happen once you start down a new path?The Speakmans believe it’s oftenthe start that stops people, so in this episode they explain how writing down your goals, having someone to be accountable to, and using different terminology could all help you get started with conquering whatever it is you’re fearful of.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Books by the Speakmans:
Conquering Anxiety:Stop worrying, beat stress and feel happy again
Winning at Weight Loss: Achieve your slimming goals, enjoy food and feel great again
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anything is possible
Making The Change
07/23/21 • 35 min
Nik and Eva Speakman explore one of their twelve core schemas – the idea that anything is possible. They explain why we often create self-limiting boundaries that stop us achieving our full potential. It’s vital to believe that anything is possible because that’s what will ensure you keep looking for a solution. To prove their point, Nik and Eva invite Zion Clark on to the podcast. Born with no legs, Zion is now a professional wrestler and track and field athlete. He shares how surrounding himself with good people has helped him succeed.
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank conversation about suicide, so please take care while listening.
To ask a question or share your own story use the hashtag #MakingTheChange on social media.
Some names and identifying details in this podcast have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
Everyday Confidence: Boost your self-worth and build unshakeable confidence
https://smarturl.it/EverydayConfidence
Zion Clark’s book, Zion Unmatched: https://zionclark.com/pages/about-the-book
Making The Change is produced by Anouszka Tate for Orion Publishing Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Making The Change have?
Making The Change currently has 32 episodes available.
What topics does Making The Change cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Change, Psychology, Anxiety, Mental Health, Depression, Therapy, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Therapist and Ocd.
What is the most popular episode on Making The Change?
The episode title 'On healthy guts and healthy minds' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Making The Change?
The average episode length on Making The Change is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Making The Change released?
Episodes of Making The Change are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Making The Change?
The first episode of Making The Change was released on Jun 4, 2020.
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