Space for Renascence: with Lynda Slack Shifting Mindsets and International Exploration

 In this episode of Space for Renascence, host Felicity Williams speaks with Lynda Slack, MBE. Lynda is a positive psychology coach and project management professional who was awarded an MBE for her inspirational leadership.The conversation focuses on how a period of serious illness and near-burnout served as a practical turning point in Lynda’s life. She explains how she shifted from a cycle of constant professional and voluntary busyness to prioritising her own wellbeing and personal interests.Lynda shares the specific story of how a magazine advertisement in a car park led her to sign up for an international cycling challenge, despite not having ridden a bicycle for decades. We discuss her experiences cycling across the globe, from the Nile in Egypt to the rural villages of India, Cambodia, and Vietnam and the lessons she learned about asking for help and enjoying the process rather than just the destination.Key Topics Discussed:Recognising Burnout: Lynda describes the physical and mental signs that led her to realise her lifestyle was no longer sustainable.The Power of 'Yes': How responding to a single advertisement led to a decade of international exploration and charity fundraising.Overcoming Fear: Practical strategies Lynda used to manage her fear of cycling on roads and tackling steep terrain.The 'Sassy Snails' Philosophy: Why setting off early and taking a slower pace can lead to a more fulfilling experience.Giving Permission to Pause: The importance of accepting help and using resources (like the support bus) when faced with physical challenges.Life in Saudi Arabia: How Lynda’s renewed sense of curiosity led her to relocate and work abroad.About Lynda Slack, MBE:Lynda is a project manager and positive psychology coach who specialises in leadership and community impact. She has dedicated much of her life to voluntary service, including work with Childline, the Vaccine Centre, and various school organisations, for which she received her MBE.Connect with the Podcast:Host: Felicity WilliamsPodcast: Space for Renascence