Episodes
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Standing Strong - When Life Shakes - Yogesh Sharda - Tuesday 13th October 2026 - Stanmore
In a world of constant change and pressure, increasing demands, and endless distractions, how do we remain calm, think clearly and stay centred? An inspiring evening exploring practical spiritual insights and meditation techniques that help cultivate inner peace, resilience, and well-being admist...
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Attitude is Everything - Marcelo Bulk - Thursday 1st October 2026
Our attitude shapes the way we experience life. Two people can face a similar diagnosis, the same redundancy, the same rainy Monday and walk away carrying a very differentperspective. Our mind-set is the ultimate architect of our reality. This talk will explore attitude as a quiet daily practice…
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Life Without Labels - Jim Ryan - Thursday 24th September 2026
Labels may help organise the world, but they often imprison our potential. We live in a world of labels - our profession, religion, nationality, age, gender etc. The danger is that we come to accept these labels, define ourselves and others by them, and start living according to other’s...
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Peace at any Price - Ruth Liddle - Thursday 17th September 2026
A Contribution to The International Day of Peace 2026 In our pursuit of harmony, we often mistakenly equate "keeping the peace" with virtue, yet this frequently masks a subtle form of self-diminishment that erodes both our integrity and our relationships. Our speaker tonight will explore how we…
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Beautiful Disruptions - Managing the Unexpected - Luciana Ferraz - Thursday 10th September 2026
Sometimes life’s detours become the most beautiful part of the journey. The plans we make rarely survive contact with real life. Unexpected illness, job loss, relationship changes are just some of the happenings that can knock us off course. Our speaker, Lucianna Ferraz will share from her rich…
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A Toolkit for Tough Times - Waltraud (Val) Idir - Thursday 3rd September 2026
Life doesn’t ask permission before it gets hard. This talk offers practical, grounded tools, blending everyday wisdom with deeper spiritual practice, for the moments when things appear to be falling apart. Speaker: Waltraud (Val) Idir Val’s professional background is in developing holistic…
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Love and Gratitude - A New Story for Humanity - Philippa Blackham - Tuesday 8th September 2026 - Stanmore
The times we are living in require a focussed attention on the energies of the new era that is dawning for humanity. Those energies can be summarized as love and gratitude - the qualities that counter balance the fear, anxiety and culture of complaining so prevalent all around. When we tune into...
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Reconnect, Release & Restore - Sona Bahri - Tuesday 11th August 2026 - Stanmore
Meditation is a journey to reconnect with my real inner self....which gives me the opportunity to release any burdens of my past and restore inner spiritual resilience. Speaker: Sona Bahri Sona Bahri has been studying meditation for 37 years and teaching over 30 years. Her teaching experience…
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Beyond the Surface of Connection - Chrissie Mahoney - Thursday 30th July 2026
Celebrating World Friendship Day 2026 We come into connection with many people in the course of our life but deep friendships are few. The first friend we make on starting school can be so important as well as the friendships formed at other significant moments. The frequency of contact may…
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From Inner Critic to Inner Coach - John McConnel - Thursday 23rd July 2026
Imagine facing life's challenges with encouragement rather than self-doubt. What might become possible? Join us for an inspiring talk exploring one of the most powerful shifts you can make in your life. Speaker: John McConnel John is a stress management trainer and former prison governor and…
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How Meditation Eases Anxiety - Kala Mistry - Thursday 16th July 2026
In our fast-paced and overstimulating world, anxiety often feels like an unwelcome constant companion. But what if peace is already accessible within you, just waiting to be discovered and utilised? Join us to learn tips to drop the burden of overthinking tomorrow and anchor yourself in the...
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Honouring the Past, Inhabiting the Present & Inviting the Future - Erik Larson - Tuesday 14th July 2026 - Stanmore
Time is important and valuable, whether it is still to come or has already gone. See how our experience can guide our future and our present moment decides who we are and what will we become. Speaker: Erik Larson Erik Larson is currently involved with the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual…
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Pouring Love on Life - Dorte Haun Nielsen - Thursday 9th July 2026
This talk takes its point of departure from the idea that we are entitled to be happy and that the energy of love needs to flow in our lives in order to experience that. We will explore what that looks like and some of the barriers standing in the way - and how to gradually train ourselves in...
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The Inner Game - Mastering the Self, One Set at a Time - Hans Haiert - Thursday 2nd July 2026
As Wimbledon gets under way this topic explores how focus, self-awareness and emotional control can shape performance as much as technique and fitness. What kind of mindset is required to excel? Which qualities are truly essential, and how do we navigate the "opposition" - both on the court and...
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The Secret Life of Seeds - David Goodman - Thursday 25th June 2026
A seed holds more than a plant, it holds time, memory and possibility, a whole cycle of life held within a small, plain, humble element of the natural world. Every seed has a hidden life before it ever emerges into the light and carries within it an entire future. This talk explores the spiritual...
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The Ultimate Posture The Seat of Soul Consciousness - Matthew Earl & Dipti Khatry - Thursday 18th June 2026
Finding the true seat of stability in a world in crisis In a fast-paced and unpredictable world, keeping our inner battery charged is more important than ever. As we reflect on International Day of Yoga, many of us know the wonderful physical benefits of yoga, but the word itself simply means...
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Acceptance - A Master Key - Margaret Barron - Thursday 11th June 2026
Everyone looks for the keys to success or to change, and many promise that key. But one of the most subtle keys is that of acceptance. To fully embrace ‘what is’ enables us to drop into a place of inner calm and gratitude. From that place and space of non-resistance, new energy, inspiration and...
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Food for the soul - Your thoughts are written all over your face - Sarah Fitzgerald – 30/6/26
Did you know that your thoughts are written all over your face? Think happy thoughts and you'll have a natural glow. Think about the stress in your life and see the tension. Think calm thoughts and notice serenity. Go look in the mirror, what is your face saying? Sarah is based in Cambridge UK.
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Food for the soul - What to do when you’re feeling disheartened - Jane Kay – 26/6/26
When we feel disheartened, it shrinks the heart and drains our motivation. You have to dig deep to reconnect with what truly makes your heart sing. But when you do this the clouds of disheartenment pass and the sun of enthusiasm shines once again. Jane is a retired Teaching Fellow of the…
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Food for the soul - The art of connection - Ruchi Garg – 23/6/26
Mastering the art of connection means valuing other people’s qualities. When we do this, our success doesn't depend on their behaviour. This not only fosters personal growth but also builds meaningful connections. Ruchi was born in India and came to the UK in 2006. She now is a senior accountant…
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Food for the soul - Sending out good vibrations - Indu Guilliani – 19/6/26
Every thought creates vibrations. Vibrations are like sound waves. Start each day by creating good vibrations this will silently touch everyone you come into contact with. Indu Gulliani is currently based in Harmony House, the Brahma Kumaris spiritual centre in Leicester. She has been connected…
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Food for the soul - Making big things small - John Mconnel – 16/6/26
Make big things small by breaking down big problems into smaller chunks. Then they’re much easier to deal with. Making big things small empowers you to see things with a calmer and achievable mindset. John is a stress management trainer, former prison governor and social worker, who has been...
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Food for the soul - Just wait and see! - Urvashi Patel – 12/6/26
Patience teaches you not to push but rather to wait and see, just hang on in there. Understand that nothing remains the same, and everything will change at some point. Urvashi has been with the Brahma Kumaris from the age of 23. Her destiny led her to be an integral part of the International...
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Food for the soul - How peaceful are you right at this moment? - Carolyn Vetter – 2/6/26
When it feels like someone or something is disturbing your peace, understand that no one and nothing can make you peaceless, unless you allow them to. Carolyn is based in Derby. She is a lovely speaker who speaks from a depth of clarity and understanding.
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Releasing Fear, Embracing Change - Samantha Fraser - Tuesday 9th June 2026 - Stanmore
Change is one of life's constants, yet it often brings uncertainty and fear that can hold us back. in this talk we'll discover how change can guide us in the right direction, opening up new pathways for personal growth. Speaker: Samantha Fraser Samantha has been a primary school teacher for…
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How to Juggle Without the Struggle - Stefanía Ólafsdóttir - 4th June 2026
When you release what is unnecessary, you don’t drop the ball - you free your hands. In life, many of us feel like jugglers - trying to keep multiple responsibilities, emotions and expectations in the air at once. Work, family, relationships, personal growth…the list keeps growing. This talk will...
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3 Habits for Harmonious Relationships - Manda Patel - 28th May 2026
Harmonious relationships are the foundation of a peaceful and fulfilling life. Whether in families, friendships, workplaces or communities harmony in relationships creates an atmosphere of trust, understanding and mutual respect. When individuals strive for harmony in their personal and social...
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You Can Do Anything, Just Not Everything - Eric Le Reste - Thursday 21st May 2026
Learning the difference might be the most powerful productivity lesson of your life. It is important to realise that you can’t do everything and it’s very useful to figure out what the ‘anything’ and ‘everything’ is in your life. Perhaps the secret to success isn't adding more to your plate, but...
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Food for the soul - Let go of the habit of worrying - Lygia Montenero – 29/5/26
As we develop our spiritual lives, we naturally let go of the habit of worrying. Worrying serves no purpose other than to create tension and misery. When I stop stressing over things beyond my control, my life begins to flow in a more positive direction. Lygia is Head of Biology and Psychology in…
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Food for the soul - Your thoughts are the seeds - Polina Temponera – 26/5/26
Every action begins with a thought, and our thoughts are like seeds. By cultivating thoughts that are good and pure, we nurture our actions to yield the finest fruits. Polina was born and brought up in Greece, she came to the UK to do her further studies. She came across the Brahma Kumaris in…
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Food for the soul - What a brilliant way to waste your energy! - Geoff Marlow – 22/5/26
Thinking about what’s been done, what could have been done… is not only tiring but also a brilliant way to waste energy. It diminishes your peacefulness and clouds your clarity. Every time you become lost in thought it means exactly that – you are lost! Geoff Marlow has more than 35 years’...
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Food for the soul - Being a Stranger to Yourself - Mark Fleming – 15/5/26
If you allow bitterness and resentment to fester inside, it will make your relationships guarded and unsatisfying. The more you close down to others, the more you’ll become a stranger to yourself. Mark is currently based at the Global Retreat Centre in Oxfordshire, where he's part of the…
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Food for the soul - Are you letting the events in your life define you? - Christine Bell – 12/5/26
Life’s events may shape your experience, but they don't have to define who you are. Remind yourself that you are not the events in your life and create a sense of detachment. Christine has been a student and teacher with the Brahma Kumaris for over 35 years. She is currently based at the National...
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Dancing to the Rhythm of Your Life - Pearl Jordan & Samantha Fraser - Thursday 14th May 2026
This newly published book by Pearl Jordan is designed as a healing journey. It’s filled with stories of love, pain, rhythm, laughter and hope. A book of transformation and reclamation in which Pearl shares her process of self-discovery and how she awakened to her truth, her unique rhythm and to...
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Dealing with Difficult Decisions - Usha Jevan - Thursday 7th May 2026
Life inevitably presents moments when the way forward isn’t clear and every option carries some degree of risk, uncertainty and emotional weight. Even small everyday decisions can be challenging at times. The talk this evening will explore the internal and external influences on our decision...
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The Hidden Physics of the Heart - Neville Hodgkinson - Thursday 30th April 2026
At school we were taught to think of the heart as a pump and later, in more scientific language, as a powerhouse of electromagnetic energy. Psychology and human development studies see the heart as symbolic of love, emotion, connection. This talk will explore the fascinating connections between...
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The Resonant Planet Are We Tuning In - Dr David Fletcher - Thursday 23rd April 2026
Dedicated to Earth Day 2026 Is the world out of tune, or are we? True power cannot be found in consumption and ownership, but in resonance: the sacred ability to align our lives with the heartbeat of a living world. Join us to explore how we can move from the discord of exploitation to the…
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Ancient Wisdom, Modern Living - Rachel Priestman - Thursday 16th April 2026
This fascinating topic bridges the ancient and the contemporary. Exploring how the ancient teachings whether Classical, Eastern or Western swirl through stories of values, of love, of God and of the soul and offers timeless wisdom to guide us through the complexity of modern living. Speaker…
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Food for the soul - After the action is sown, I have to reap the fruit - Helen Sayers – 8/5/26
Whatever I do, I do for or to myself. Perhaps I should think before I perform actions, because after the seed is sown, I have to reap the fruit. Sometimes, I do not receive only one fruit, I often get a whole crop. Helen Sayers is a former science teacher from Jersey. Helen has lived and worked…
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Food for the soul - Giving in or giving up - Jackie Hodson – 5/5/26
How often do you say, "It's too difficult," "I can't," "It's just not worth the effort"? Instead of giving in or giving up, tap into your determination. Determination will enable perseverance, just try one more time. Jackie has had a lifelong interest in the learning process. She has worked as a...
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Food for the soul - Protecting your happiness - Pam Bailey – 28/4/26
Unexpected challenges, small annoyances, big pressures - no matter what arises, our happiness doesn't have to rise and fall with them. Anchor yourself in your inner happiness and protect it, no matter what happens. Pamela has studied and practiced Raja Yoga meditation for over 40 years and found…
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Integrating Spiritual Study & Practice of India with Regular life in the West - Denise Lawrence - Tuesday 12th May 2026 - Stanmore
The study and practice of Raja Yoga is connected with the Bhagavad Gita. Nowadays more and more individuals and organizations are using materials from this extraordinary piece of literature from India. Sister Denise will be taking up some of the timeless statements that apply across time and...
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BBC Radio - Cambridgeshire - Thordis Fridriksson & Sarah Fitzgerald - Innerspace Cambridge
The Hobby of Meditation Listen to Sarah Fitzgerald from Inner Space Cambridge being interviewed by Thordis Fridriksson on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire in April on the benefits of developing the hobby of meditation.
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Food for the soul - What thoughts to have during meditation - Rekha Vallishayee – 24/04/26
The mind's job is naturally to think. So, when a thought pops up during meditation, don't get frustrated. You can't force the monkey mind to be still. Simply observe the thought. If it's irrelevant let it pass and if it's important put it aside to come back to later. Rekha is based at the Brahma...
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Food for the soul - Soul yoga - Katy Lowe – 21/04/26
Most people think of 'yoga' as postures and exercises, but did you know that the word 'yoga' means 'connection'? So, how connected are you? Not just with your body and mind, but with your soul?
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Food for the soul - How to relieve boredom - Jim Ryan – 17/04/26
Do the same thing every day and you’re likely to switch into autopilot and get bored. If you’re feeling bored, try doing the same thing, differently. Take a different route to work or change the time when you do the laundry and add a bit of fun to everyday tasks. Jim is an educationalist and…
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Food for the soul - My poor brain - Masana De Souza – 14/04/26
There’s so much information coming at us that it’s impossible to keep everything in your head. Three suggestions; write things down, give your brain a workout and eat right, sleep well, exercise regularly, meditate - to take care and rest your brain. Masana De Souza MSc. has an extensive…
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Food for the soul - When someone has a problem with you! - Priti Wasnik – 10/04/26
If someone has a problem with you and nothing you do seems to resolve it, try this: Create good wishes for the person. Think positively about them and continue to have good wishes whenever they come to your mind. Born in India, Priti now coordinates the activities of the Clapham centre for the...
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Food for the soul - Bringing your dreams alive - Alka Patel - 7/04/26
We all have dreams. Some dreams we achieve, some dreams we nourish right through our lives, and some dreams evolve and change. Now, believe in your dreams and have the courage to bring your dreams alive. Alka lives in the Brahma Kumaris Headquarters in London, Global Cooperation House where she…
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Creating Healthy Relationships - Brother Charlie Hogg - Tuesday 14th April 2026 - Stanmore
If you ask most people what is the most important thing in life, they usually say relationships. But what is the foundation of a healthy relationship? A healthy relationship begins with me! The first relationship in life is with me and if this relationship is dysfunctional, it pollutes…
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