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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I am joined by Baz Melia from the Always a Rifleman Programme to discuss the realities of military mental health, life after service, and the power of community.

Baz explains why “reaching in” matters more than “reaching out,” how early intervention can save lives, and why veterans often need support that understands military culture.

Our conversation also explores the need to rebuild belonging after service, the importance of peer networks, and the launch of the The Riflemen’s Association as a way to connect Riflemen with each other long after their boots have been hung up.

The Always a Rifleman Programme is part of RIFLES Regimental Headquarters and exists to help members of our Regimental family when they are in crisis. Here’s a link to the website if you’d like to know more: https://theriflesnetwork.co.uk/page/aarp

We mentioned The Rifleman’s Family Gala Dinner at Silverstone on 5 September. The following link is only accessible to Riflemen who are members of Swift. If you aren’t a member, you can join via the link (it’s free to join Swift, the RIFLES Network), but if you don’t want to but would still like to hear more about it, feel free to drop me an email: https://theriflesnetwork.co.uk/networks/events/205394

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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.

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In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I reconnect with coach Anna Keeble to explore her new guided audio series, The Way Home.

We discuss how teens and adults can learn to trust their own inner wisdom, tune out “noise,” and take the next right step without needing a perfect map. Anna shares how the programme was shaped by feedback from teens, including its calming, insightful impact on school stress, exams, and parent-child conversations.

Our conversation also reflects on the power of space, reflection, and seeing wholeness in others.

Website: https://www.annakeeble.co.uk/

The Way Home (this page has both the adult and teen details on it: https://www.annakeeble.co.uk/the-way-home

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vmXXxuIaxu8

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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 this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I am joined by Kat Cerna and we talk about transformation, presence, and the power of meeting life as it happens. Kat shares how simple conversations can shift our understanding, why emotions are not problems to avoid, and how everyday interruptions can become invitations to wake up and notice more. They also explore listening, connection, and how deeper awareness can change both personal life and professional practice.

Website: https://katcerna.cz/

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/y3Z3iAD8hJg

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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: ...