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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I speak with Stuart Anderson MP about military service, trauma, recovery and the courage to be vulnerable.

Stuart shares his journey from being a young Rifleman and suffering a life-changing gunshot wound, through years of PTSD, alcohol misuse and suicidal thoughts, to rebuilding his life with the support of his family, faith and professional help.

We also discuss leadership, purpose, family, sobriety, public service and the importance of ensuring that no veteran or serving Rifleman faces crisis alone. Listeners may also remember my 2025 conversation with Stuart’s wife, Sarah, who shared her perspective on living with PTSD within the family: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2132149/episodes/16817147

As we cover quite a bit of potentially upsetting and difficult territory, I thought I’d share some links to helpful organisations:

· If you’re a member of the RIFLES family – The Always a Rifleman Programme (https://theriflesnetwork.co.uk/page/aarp) runs a 24 hour emergency phone line staffed by former Riflemen: 0800 470 0941

· Starting points for other military charities:

o The Royal British Legion: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/

o SSAFA: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/

· Civilian help points in the UK

o The Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/talk-us-phone/ or 116 123

o Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/

o Shout: https://giveusashout.org/ – a text based service for those who don’t want to speak to someone

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ENpNfF-c-Nc

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: ...

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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I speak with Natasha Swerdloff about the Three Principles, her work as president of the Three Principles Global Community, and the shift from pressure-based work to a more easeful, reflective way of living.

We explore how she’s helping expand a global community, why she co-wrote Life Can Be Easier Than You Think with Dicken Bettinger, and how she uses simple language to make deep ideas accessible.

Natasha also shares insights on stress, inner rest, inclusion, and the power of creating space for people to reflect and speak openly.

We also discuss trust, quiet reflection, and the upcoming Three Principles Global Community gathering in August: https://3pgc.org/vancouver-2026/

Website: https://3p-skolen.dk/

Book: Life Can Be Easier Than You Think by Natasha Swerdolff and Dicken Bettinger: https://amzn.eu/d/06Vw9Rc5

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MxAxmwAalg8

Support the show

Follow the Simple Reflections Podcast on your favourite platform: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2132149/follow

Subscribe to the Simple Reflections YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SimplicityinMind

Dave has written a book about what he's learned from the first 80 episodes of the podcast called "Simple Reflections: Seeing What’s Already There ". It's available on Amazon as a paperback and formatted for Kindle. You can check it out here: https://amzn.eu/d/02uKY5gO

Support the show: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/products/simple-reflections-podcast

The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: ...

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In the latest episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast I speak with Christine Heath, Executive Clinical Director of the Hawaii Counselling and Education Centre, about a lifetime of helping people transform through the Three Principles.

Christine shares stories from her work with violent men and substance users, the surprising speed of human change, and why she still feels energized after decades in the field.

We also discuss trust, quiet reflection, and the upcoming Three Principles Global Community gathering in August: https://3pgc.org/vancouver-2026/

Website: https://www.hcechawaii.com/

Podcast: Psychology has it Backwards: https://www.psychologyhasitbackwards.com/

Book: The Secret of Love: Unlock the Mystery, Unleash the Magic by Lori Carpernos and Christine Heath: https://amzn.eu/d/04Ptyfzh

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_-3982arVpY

Support the show

Follow the Simple Reflections Podcast on your favourite platform: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2132149/follow

Subscribe to the Simple Reflections YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SimplicityinMind

Dave has written a book about what he's learned from the first 80 episodes of the podcast called "Simple Reflections: Seeing What’s Already There ". It's available on Amazon as a paperback and formatted for Kindle. You can check it out here: https://amzn.eu/d/02uKY5gO

Support the show: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/products/simple-reflections-podcast

The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: ...