Mindful Men Talk

James & Steve Return!

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0100

James and Steve return for a series of shorter episodes in which they offer their take on a range of varied subjects straight out of ‘the bag’, beginning with the purpose of ‘routine’ in our lives.

James will be running the TCS London Marathon 2022 for Mind (mental health charity). If you would like to sponsor him you can do so by clicking on the link below:

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James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

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Mindful Small Talk Christmas Special (Vegan Xmas & Xmas Workout?)

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 20:00:00 +0000

A special festive edition of Mindful Small Talk!

1 Santa's Hat

2 Stocking Filler Subjects

Christmas Clock Ticking...

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Brian Dowling Special (Part 2)

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 17:00:00 +0000

In part 2 of James & Steve’s chat with Brian Dowling, Brian talks about the mental health challenges of dealing with fame, how he has coped with the grief of losing his mum suddenly in 2018 and how this inspired him to start his own podcast, Death Becomes Him, the following year.

James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

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Brian Dowling's Podcast 'Death Becomes Him'

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Brian Dowling Special (Part 1)

Sat, 04 Dec 2021 21:00:00 +0000

James & Steve are joined by TV presenter, podcast host and Big Brother legend Brian Dowling. In the first part of their in-depth and entertaining chat, Brian talks about his family, his upbringing in Ireland and ALL things Big Brother, before, during and after his life-changing win back in 2001.

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Mindful Small Talk (Booze & Six-Packs)

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 20:00:00 +0000

Back with another episode of Mindful Small Talk!

1 Bag

2 Subjects

Clock Ticking...

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International Men's Day: 'Better Relations Between Men and Women'

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000

To mark this year’s International Men’s Day, James and Steve take the 2021 theme, ‘Better Relations Between Men and Women’, as the basis for a discussion around how men can better meet others in ANY relationship through developing a healthier relationship with their own thoughts and emotions and how we all have a role to play in reframing what it means to be a ‘man’ in the 21st century.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

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Mindful Small Talk (Squid Game & Fitness)

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000

Back with another episode of Mindful Small Talk!

1 Bag

2 Subjects

Clock Ticking...

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Where Next For Men And Their Mental Health?

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 18:00:00 +0000

In an impassioned and sometimes heated discussion, James and Steve share their thoughts and feelings on where next for men’s mental health and how they believe that fear and shame in particular need to be faced head on now if ever men are going to find a meaningful way forward.

James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

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Mindful Small Talk (Fuel & Anger)

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 21:00:00 +0100

Back with another episode of Mindful Small Talk!

1 Bag

2 Subjects

Clock Ticking...

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Kevin Webber Special

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 20:00:00 +0100

In this special episode, James and Steve are joined by their very first guest Kevin Webber who shares his own inspirational story of turning adversity into a force for good, a story that now forms the basis of Kevin’s first book, Dead Man Running.

James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

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Mindful Small Talk (The News & Kindness)

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 19:00:00 +0100

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1 Bag

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Clock Ticking...

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How Can We Better Take Care Of Our Mental Health?

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0100

James & Steve ponder ‘How Can We Better Take Care Of Our Mental Health?’ by unpacking why a list of ‘self-help’ activities is at best only a starting point, and how instead the cultivation of ‘kindness’ and ‘self-compassion’, so often alien concepts to men in particular, is perhaps the real stepping stone to ‘better’ mental health.

James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

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Mindful Small Talk (Christmas & Trauma)

Sat, 02 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0100

Back with another episode of Mindful Small Talk!

1 Bag

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Why Are Men So Reluctant To Talk About Their Mental Health?

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0100

After reflecting on their own recent experiences, James and Steve consider the question ‘why are men so reluctant to talk about their mental health?’ using research from a variety of sources as the basis for another wide-ranging discussion.

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James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

You can contact us via our website Mindful Men Talk

Mindful Small Talk (Time & FOMO)

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0100

Back with another episode of Mindful Small Talk!

1 Bag

2 Subjects

Clock Ticking...

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What Does 'Good Mental Health' Mean?

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100

In this episode James & Steve unpack why so many men struggle with their mental health and how, for example, the cultivation of awareness, taking small steps and becoming better listeners, are essential to the development of good mental health.

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James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us, particularly men, struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage men to talk more.

You can contact us via our website Mindful Men Talk

Mindful Small Talk (Walking & Sleep)

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100

In the first episode of their brand new ‘Mindful Small Talk’ series, James & Steve pick subjects out the bag but this time the clock is ticking..!!!

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“We’re Two Men Talking….To Get Men Talking”

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100

After a lengthy absence, James and Steve finally return with Season 2 of Mindful Men Talk.
Back with a new tag line, a new recording space and a stronger focus on men’s mental health, James and Steve kick off their second season with a discussion on why starting conversations around this urgent topic feel more relevant, and more needed, than ever.

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James Daly and Steve Harding lift the lid on what it means to be a man in the 21st century and explore why so many of us (particularly men) struggle to share our thoughts and feelings.

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James and Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity, awareness and open discussions will encourage others to talk more.

You can contact us via our website Mindful Men Talk

Lockdown Special: Staying ‘Positive’

Wed, 27 May 2020 18:00:00 +0100

In their second ‘Lockdown Special' James & Steve discuss what being ‘positive’ and ‘negative’ mean to them and together they ponder how, actually, labelling our human experience may be counterproductive and ultimately unhelpful”

Interested in Steve's weekly (online) mindfulness sessions? Get in touch with Steve via email for more information: steve@meditationsurrey.co.uk

Interested in James' weekly (online) Graft group training sessions? Get in touch with James via email for more information: hello@graftepsom.co.uk

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Lockdown Special: Navigating Uncertainty

Mon, 11 May 2020 16:00:00 +0100

Mindful Men Talk is back!

In their first ‘lockdown special' James and Steve discuss the challenges they have faced during these unusual times and how they are navigating their way through these challenges. In particular, they explore what lessons they have learned and are learning through this whole lockdown experience and how they are supporting themselves.

Interested in Steve's weekly (online) mindfulness sessions? Get in touch with Steve via email for more information: steve@meditationsurrey.co.uk

Interested in James' weekly (online) Graft group training sessions? Get in touch with James via email for more information: hello@graftepsom.co.uk

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Acknowledgements: Alaa Hijazi (Trauma Psychologist) Facebook Post - as mentioned by Steve.

New Year, New.... ????

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000

In episode 6 of Mindful Men Talk, and their first podcast of 2020, James & Steve reflect on what the turning of the year has meant for each of them before considering why so many of us tend to fall off the ‘new year resolutions’ wagon and how a kinder approach to ourselves may actually be more helpful...

James' Instagram: (Get Fit Daly) Steve's Mindfulness Facebook Page: (Mindfulness in Surrey)

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Acknowledgements: Wayne Porterfield from Insight Timer & Mindful.org

Shape Up for Christmas?

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 19:00:00 +0000

In episode 5 of Mindful Men Talk things get festive! James & Steve reflect on what Christmas means (or not) to each of them. They also move on to a wider discussion about body image and in particular why so many of us get hung up on our appearance, especially at this time of year...

James' Instagram: (Get Fit Daly) Steve's Mindfulness Facebook Page: (Mindfulness in Surrey)

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Mindfulness Uncovered

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000

In episode 4 of Mindful Men Talk James and Steve attempt to debunk some of the myths surrounding mindfulness and James invites Steve to provide clarity on what mindfulness is, what it isn’t and how this has anything to do with a colouring book...

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Steve's Mindfulness Facebook Page: (Mindfulness in Surrey) Mindfulness Teacher Directory: Be Mindful

Books: Vegan Goodness by Jessica Prescott. Peace & Parsnips by Lee Watson.

James: Grief & Beyond

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:00:00 +0000

In episode 3 of Mindful Men Talk Steve gets to turn the tables and invites James to step forward to tell his own story...

In an absorbing, and often moving chat, James talks openly about his life and in particular how the grief of his dad’s passing was a major turning point from which his life perspective started to shift from the outside in.

James' Facebook: (Get Fit Daly) James' Instagram: (Get Fit Daly)

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Steve: Anxiety & Beyond

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:00:00 +0100

In episode 2 of Mindful Men Talk, James turns the spotlight squarely on Steve and invites him to share his own story...

In a wide-ranging and revealing discussion Steve talks candidly about his long struggle with anxiety and how, after hitting a state of psychological burn-out, finally he was able to reach out for the help that led him to a life-changing path of mental wellness and clarity.

Steve's Mindfulness Facebook Page: (Mindfulness in Surrey) Steve's Mindfulness Website: (Meditation Surrey)

Acknowledgements: Calming Your Anxious Mind (book) by Jeffrey Brantley

In this refreshingly honest and authentic podcast, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

Lifting The Lid

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 13:00:00 +0100

In this refreshingly honest and authentic show, James & Steve delve into a whole host of topics, issues and stigmas, in the hope that their curiosity and awareness will encourage others to "speak up" and talk more. You can find more information, including our profiles and latest blogs, at Mindful Men Talk

In their first ever episode, James and Steve explore their motivations for coming together to start Mindful Men Talk. They cover a wide and varied range of topics including the tendency we have to hide our true selves behind a 'mask' and how often this can lead us into unhelpful and often addictive behavioural patterns.

James and Steve also consider why men in particular find it so hard to allow and share their vulnerability, and why so often they seem to struggle to reach out for help.

Acknowledgements: Alan Watts (alanwatts.org) Gabor Maté (gabormate.com) Jon Kabat-Zinn (mindfulnesscds.com)