In today's episode of the podcast I talk with my son Alexander. Alexander and I were talking some time ago, and he explained to me this concept of "safe space" which he had been thinking about. He explained he was developing and applying  this to everyday life, but specifically to the salon he works in. He currently works at Rebecca Dickinson's salon in Bawtry; RD hair, body and soul; Alexander talks about how he wants to make sure the salon he works in is accessible to all, considering physical, emotional and mental health. We discuss how he is the "safe space" for his clients and the salon environment and his colleagues are his "safe space". We talk about adaptations, accessibility, future plans and opportunities and how other services could implement safe space for inclusion and so much more. This is an inspiring podcast and I thank my son for joining me. As always #onedayatatime take care, see you on the next podcast. Links from today's episode:https://www.facebook.com/Alexander__hairhttps://www.instagram.com/Alexander__hairhttps://www.facebook.com/RDhairbodyandsoul https://www.instagram.com/RDhairbodyandsoulhttps://www.mind.org.ukMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

As requested by those of you who follow me on social media, in this episode of the podcast I am sharing my experience so far, of using a fitted vagus nerve stimulator (VNS). I have aimed to answer all of the questions you guys asked me. I have given some information on the VNS, how it is fitted, what it does and how I am finding it at this point, including any symptom improvement. I touch upon alternatives for stimulating the vagus nerve and what the suggested benefits are with using vagus nerve stimulation. I feel positive, and I hope this episode of the podcast is useful for you.  As always #onedayatatime take care, see you on the next podcast.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

In this episode of the podcast I talk with Kevin Digby and Rachel Hext following the High court hearing on the 6th March 2024. Kevin is a partner at GA Solicitors and is representing nearly 70 healthcare workers with Long Covid taking the NHS and other employers to court. Many healthcare workers are living with the disabling consequences of Long Covid after working on the frontline, with inadequate, incorrect or no PPE (personal protective equipment). We discuss the day in court and the outcome from the 6th March 2024, Kevin explains what this means going forward and what can be expected from the hearing in October 2024. Rachel explains how she felt being in the court that day, why she advocates for herself and others with Long Covid, we touch upon her experience with the media and both positive and negative public opinion. I asked Kevin if it is too late for other healthcare workers to contact him, he explains it is not and why, please use the details below if you would like to contact Kevin. A huge thank you to Kevin and Rachel, and thank you for listening to the podcast, as always #onedayatatime, take care. Links from todays episode: Kevin.Digby@gasolicitors.com - please include your telephone number when contacting Kevinhttps://gasolicitors.com/our-people/kevin-digby/ https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/kevin-digby-2321232Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GAsolicitorsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ga-solicitorsX: https://twitter.com/GASolicitorsMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

In this episode of the podcast, I am grateful to have two fantastic guests join me, Professor Louise Cummings is a professor at the Hong Kong polytechnic university, she conducts research on language and communication disorders and is the author and editor of over 20 books in this area. Kerry Davies is a returning guest, a fellow advocate and nurse who lives with Long Covid and the language and communication disorders associated. We discuss language and communications disorders, the research Louise is undertaking, how communication effects the person, their working life, personal life and how adaptations can support an effective return to work. We discuss the research Louise has undertaken to date, her findings and ongoing research in this area. I hope you enjoy this episode, take care and as always #onedayatatime Links from this episode: Office of national statistics:Number of economically inactive people due to long-term sickness in the United Kingdom from May 1993 to July 2023 https://www.statista.com/statistics/1388245/uk-sick-leave-figures/Full study article: Cognitive - linguistic difficulties adults with Long Covid: A follow up study https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949903823000325Infograph: Cognitive - linguistic difficulties adults with Long Covid: A follow up study https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ymz_yNrwyQrcoE7lGRwfN_QC7D_6kKwX/viewMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

Over the last couple of weeks you may have seen in the news,  Dr Fearnley and the group she co-founded Long Covid Doctors for action; If not, these are a group of doctors who have come together to take action against the NHS negligent work place exposure. They are being represented by Bond Turner. Today, I am fortunate to be able to talk with Kevin Digby, a partner at GA Solicitors, just to make clear this is a completely separate legal firm to Bond Turner. However Kevin explains, GA Solicitors have been supporting and representing healthcare workers, due to the negligent exposure for the last couple of years, and are quite far on in this process. Kevin and I discuss what this means for healthcare workers and others in a Q&A, covering how this process works, who it covers, what it means for those effected, appropriate PPE and dispelling myths around timescale for raising a claim. This is an interesting and informative episode, should you wish to speak with Kevin or find out more information please use the links below. Thank you for joining me on today's podcast as always #onedayatatime, Take care.Links from todays episode: Kevin.Digby@gasolicitors.com - please include your telephone number when contacting Kevinhttps://gasolicitors.com/our-people/kevin-digby/ https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/kevin-digby-2321232Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GAsolicitorsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ga-solicitorsX: https://twitter.com/GASolicitors My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

On this episode of the podcast I discuss invisible disability, and how a Ted talk I recently had  sent to my inbox, had such an impact on me. I watched the Ted talk and could relate to Dr Amrita Sen Mutherjee  experience of living with her own invisible disability. I resonated with her experience of having her condition diagnosed, and the subsequent impact to her life, family life and career. UK Parliament estimate 70 to 80% of disability is invisible, which made me consider why invisibility is still fuelled with stigma, judgement and disregard, this appears to be historic and although experienced by people with Long Covid, would appear to effect many people living with invisible disability. I don't have the answer to the "why" however I do feel we can collectively, the advocacy groups, charities and individual advocates can continue to raise awareness, educate and make the invisible, visible. The aim of this podcast is to open conversation about invisible disability, its short but relevant #onedayatatimeLinks:Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee - Ted talk: Invisible disability; challenging bias to enable change https://youtu.be/Ro3SbU95qwc?si=Diw-6RbqQXiuezCtEquality Act 2010https://www.gov.uk/guidance/equality-act-2010-guidanceMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

Happy new year to everyone, this is the first podcast of 2024 and I will be honest it has no structure at all, but then that was the point!I wanted to talk today about how not everything is or can be structured, how the general consensus is "new year new me", but that is not always realistic and just becomes an added pressure and expectation. I explain how I have reflected on many things recently, I look at social media like anyone else, and see the wonderful experiences and beautiful pictures they post, and while I am not disrespecting that I am also being realistic that this is not a consistent reality. Life is not linear and when it moves in a completely different direction to what you thought or had planned it is challenging, it is traumatic and while it can be helpful to look forward to what might be possible, it is so important to allow personal grief. This may include anger, frustration, upset etc and that is ok, it's a normal reaction. I explain how gaslighting has prevented many people from feeling able to explore the emotional impact living with a physical health long term condition. The bottom line of this episode is, we are all perfectly imperfect and I appreciate how much I have learnt, the support I have received and I hope I can continue with the podcast and make sure nobody feels alone #onedayatatime My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

It is Christmas Eve 2023 and on this episode of the podcast I talk about creating healthy boundaries. What are healthy boundaries? how can we set and manage healthy boundaries in our lives?I discuss how important healthy boundaries are to support our health and wellbeing. How setting boundaries support open, honest and healthy relationships. I appreciate  setting boundaries can be a challenge, we have expectations of ourselves and people have expectations of us!  The expectations can often be unrealistic and this creates a risk of us over extending our energy envelope and risks a crash/relapse, having and maintaining healthy boundaries can reduce those expectations and avoid symptom exacerbation. I offer some tips and examples on setting some healthy boundaries, I hope you find this episode of the podcast useful, as always one day and a time and take care. Merry Christmas and I will see you in the new year!My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

On this episode of the podcast I chat with Jo Bellingham, charity manager for POTS UK. Jo and I discuss the POTS UK charity and Jo explains what the charity does and how it supports people who are living with POTS. We discuss the treatment options for POTS which includes medications and lifestyle changes. POTS UK have a website which is full of evidenced based and supportive information, you will find useful links and information on any upcoming events from POTS UK. Jo also talks about the peer to peer support groups which are open to anyone and cover a variety of useful topics. You can also find POTS UK on YouTube,  and subscribe to their channel which is full of useful information, short Yoga sessions and various webinars including the Long Covid sessions Jo mentions. I hope you find this a useful episode, as always one day at a time, take care Links from todays episode: support@potsuk.org info@potsuk.orgwww.potsuk.orgMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

On this podcast I talk about anxiety and depression, the gaslighting, mental health and the autonomic nervous system. In this episode I discuss  the importance of feeling able to talk about anxiety and depression and how this has an effect on our lives. I discuss how important mental health is, how it should not be made taboo or minimised. I talk about the autonomic nervous system and dysregulation of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system . I explain how this has effected me and the symptoms I have experienced. I discuss how these symptoms can be managed and what helps me to stabilise my autonomic nervous system dysregulation. I am passionate about this subject as I do not think anxiety and depression should be minimised or made taboo. I hope this helps you guys to feel empowered to talk about your emotions, any anxiety and depression without  fear of judgement. Please feel free to contact me vis my social platforms, details below. I hope you have the best day you can, as I always say, one day at a time. My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

On this episode of the podcast I am talking with Jo Thomas personalised coach. Jo and I talk about holistic health and wellbeing, the importance of the medical model interlinked with emotional and mental health support along with  therapies to achieve personal equilibrium. Jo explains how the autonomic nervous system is effected and how this impacts the body and fatigue. Jo uses her personal experiences, being a nurse who has experienced burn out as well as having her own long term condition diagnosis of POTS. We discuss how symptom managements can improve quality of life, and Jo gives her top 3 tips for managing fatigue and so much more in this episode.If you would like to contact Jo her information is in the links below. Thank you for listening to this episode of the podcast, as always take care. #onedayatatime.Links from this episode: https://www.instagram.com@jo_thomas_coaching https://jothomascoaching.comhttps://www.potsuk.orgMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

This is episode 80! I am so pleased to have my fellow LCNMUK (Long Covid nurses and midwives UK) colleague and friend Kerry join me in this special episode. I am sorry the break I took turned into a longer one then I had intended, but as I am sure you understand that is the reality of living with Long Covid or any long term condition  and elements of general life taking over. I hope you guys are looking forward to some more great guests in the coming weeks and months. I appreciate all of the messages of support and kindness.Today's episode is going to be a little different, as it is episode 80, the tables will be turned on me, as the interviewer becomes the interviewee (if that makes sense!) Kerry is going to put me in the hot seat as we discuss Long Covid, my break from the podcast, work and my aspirations for the future. The podcast will continue to come out on a Sunday however will now be every fortnight, please do get in touch with me on any of my social media platforms if there are any topics you would like me to cover. As always, thank you for joining me on the podcast, take care. #onedayatatime Link from todays episode:teamlcnmuk.wixsite.com My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

This is episode 79 of the podcast, I have recorded and brought the podcast to you guys every single week for the last 79 weeks. I am appreciative and grateful to everyone single person who has listened and shared the podcast, I also love receiving the lovely messages and comments from you guys, from all over the world. I have always said I want to reach, help and support as many people as possible, so please do keep sharing the podcast out. I have decided after 79 weeks, including Christmas Day! to take a little break and come back with episode 80 in a few weeks. This is a learning journey and I am learning the importance of taking time out and listening to the body, mind and soul. To date, I have had the privilege of talking with so many people, those living with Long Covid and those imparting their professional expertise. I hope you guys have found this helpful. I am reflecting on the importance of taking a rest, having some time out and I will return shortly with more episodes of the podcast. I would like to know your thoughts on whether the podcast remains weekly or I move to fortnightly or even monthly, please contact me to let me know your thoughts, also if you would like me to cover certain topics on the podcast, please let me know. I value and appreciate every listener of the podcast, see you in a few weeks. Take care Julie x My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

Many of you may have seen the news recently, headlines stating Robbie Williams had to stop a gig after only 3 songs; allegedly because he was exhausted and said, it is because he has Long Covid. The Long Covid community reached out online and showed support and care however shortly after this in a video interview, Robbie Williams allegedly stated he uses Long Covid "as a joke". Like many of the millions living with Long Covid, I did not find this "joke" funny at all. I actually think it highlights the misconception and poor education around Long Covid, and highlights the continued stigma of this disabling condition. I therefore wanted to discuss how actions such as this are not only hurtful but also harmful to the Long Covid community. I would not imagine any other long term disabling condition would have been used in such poor taste. I invite Robbie Williams to explain his alleged comments and offer to speak with him, to educate him on the impact Long Covid is having on millions of lives from children to adults and older adults, Long Covid certainly does not discriminate. We cannot control the actions of others but we can offer education and continue to raise awareness of Long Covid. I hope this episode is useful, please consider sharing and tag in Robbie Williams in the hope he can reflect on his alleged comments and actions and possibly apologise to the millions of people this has caused upset. As always, one day at a time, take careMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

My guest today is Merel who is the choir master for the Long Covid Kids Choir. Merel talks about children with long covid and how they lack support and understanding from the wider society. Merel who lives with Long Covid herself wanted to find a way to support children with Long Covid, she contacted Long Covid Kids Charity to find out how she may be able to help and thereafter the Long Covid choir began. Merel explains how the children find a social element to the choir with peer to peer support, creating a social circle that the children can express themselves in and feel safe and understood. We also practice a breathing exercise (please join in with us, it is very therapeutic!). Merel and I discuss her own journey with Long Covid and the impact this journey has on all elements of life, Merel explains how gaslighting has caused a stigma and psychologising of people living with Long Covid and that she has taken comfort in her own part of the Long Covid kids choir. Children with Long Covid need recognising and have their voices heard, having the choir is a great platform for this, we decide during the podcast the children should aim to be Christmas number 1 and I hope the whole Long Covid community would support making this happen! This is a great episode and I hope to raise more awareness of children, their siblings and parents who are living with long covid. If you would like to know more about the choir or to join click on the link below. As always, one day at a time and please take care.Links from todays episode: https://twitter.com/@LCKChoir2022https://www.longcovidkids.org/team/merel-van-der-knoop  https://twitter.com/@merelpianist https://twitter.com/@LongCovidKids https://www.instagram.com/@merelsmusicroom Choir videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bt7gtBf3Ucohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtMyrSZyTSsMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

After a run of amazing guests I find myself alone on the podcast today, I wanted to talk about the impact the past, present and future has on every day. A memory popped up on my social media, a picture of me pre Long Covid. I looked at the picture and remembered, it  was a beautiful day, the fun I had with a good friend, the good food and drink, the laughs we had, and then I went off to the gym, and that was the selfie that I had captured, the picture evoked such strong feelings, memories of days gone by, and I felt loss, grief, anger and frustration. I really don't want to feel like that, but I understand we have to lean into all of our feelings. I tried to work through my feelings and revisited the picture several times. I started to feel gratitude for that day, for the memories, and I opened myself up to allow myself to take a gentle walk around other memories I have, and enjoy thinking of those. I wanted to share this and much more with you guys on the podcast today, as I feel embracing the past, present and future is important when you are working towards living your best life, with chronic illness. I hope you find this episode useful; as always please take care. My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

In this episode of the podcast I talk with guest Rachel Jessey who is the owner of BeNourished. Rachel has been in clinical practice for 13 years and over the last 3 years has been heavily involved in the long covid space. Rachel talks about how her interest developed in the oral, nasal and gut microbiome, and how her son was effected after being hospitalised with sepsis. Rachel discusses how the various species within the gut microbiome have important functions within the body and how when these are depleted they have an adverse effect on immune function. Rachel explains how the viral persistence from the gut systemically affects inflammation and platelets, and gives some information on what we can do to help our microbiome. We discuss vedicinals, current research and detox protocols that Rachel is involved in, and this research will be available soon. Rachel talks about the vagus nerve and its role within the body and how the vagus nerve can be supported along with other tips to help digestion and so much more.This is a really interesting and informative episode. I hope you enjoy the podcast, and as always thank you for listening and take care. Links from todays episode:https://timehealth.co.ukhttps://www.benourisehed.co.ukEmail:rachel@benourished.co.ukMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

In this episode of the podcast I am please to have another great guest join me, Reema Ahmad is a Neuro linguistics programming (NLP), trauma and relationship counsellor and also a life coach. Reema is also an author of the book;  un-parenting: sharing awkward truths with curious kids and a two time guest for Ted talks. Reema has long covid, and talks openly with me on this episode, about her experience of having Long Covid in India. Reema is the sister of the fantastic, Dr Asad Khan and she explains how her brother helped and supported her, while managing his own journey with Long Covid. We also discuss, trauma, culture and how to consider the body, mind and soul and letting go. Reema talks openly around her own suicide attempt, how she approached this and used her experience to began to understand how important it is to accept help. Reema discusses how the physical, emotional and mental elements affect the body and how to be curious about your body. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always take care. Links from today's episode:Rheema Ahmad; Un-parenting: Sharing awkward truths with curious kidshttps://www.amazon.in/dp/0143447769Of dry tongues and brave hearts - first book Rheema editedhttps://amzn.eu/d/iEWC5WW TED talks; Reema Ahmad, being comfortable with discomforthttps://youtu.be/XRiTo64W8elMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

In this episode of the podcast I was lucky enough to chat with  Gez Medinger, I appreciate Gez being a guest on this episode and sharing elements of  his own Long Covid journey and much more. Those who are familiar with Gez will know he has done a great deal for the Long Covid /MECFS community, using his YouTube channel to raise awareness, while participating and leading on research  and providing  educational videos on Long Covid and post viral conditions . Gez has interviewed and worked with some of the worlds leading clinicians and regularly makes interviews and  information available on his channel. The videos are educational and informative, if you have not watched them I have included the link in the show notes. We also discuss the book; The Long Covid Handbook, which Gez co wrote with Professor Danny Altmann and how the book encompasses Long Covid and everything that is known to date. This is available from Penguin health handbooks, the link is in the show notes from this episode. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast, as always thank you for listening and take care.Links from today's episode:https://mesupport.co.uk - Bell's disability scalehttps://www.youtube.com/@RUNDMC1 - Gez Medinger YouTube channel https://www.penguin.co.uk/book/453380/the-long-covid-handbook-by-altman-gez-medinger-and-professor-danny/9781529900125 - The Long Covid HandbookMy Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information

On this episode of the podcast I am grateful to welcome guest Dr Sarah Glynne. Many of you have contacted me regarding hormones and the peri menopause/menopause, asking if this is a subject I could cover along with an expert, so I am positive this is going to be a useful and interesting podcast to many of you. Dr Glynne and I discuss the link between covid 19 and hormone imbalance, we talk about the disruption in menstrual cycle and the onset of peri menopause and the menopause. The potential treatment and how this can elevate symptoms, Dr Glynne acknowledges the blurred lines between some of the symptoms of Long Covid and hormone imbalance however we discuss how any symptom relief is important and should be explored. Dr Glynne tackles the myths around HRT and the dated and misrepresented information on the use and risks of HRT. We discuss the menstrual cycle and disruption in cycle to females of all ages and what treatment options may be suitable. This is an informative and interesting episode which holds value to patients, healthcare professionals and anyone with an interest in hormone imbalance and covid 19/Long Covid. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast and as always take care. Links from this episode:Pauls antihistamine paper:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8494538/Balance menopause testosterone resources:https://www.balance-menopause.com/?s=testosteroneLong covid, hormones and gut health:https://balance-menopause.com/uploads/2022/05/LC-diet-and-hormones-final.pdfLong covid and female hormones:https://www.balance-menopause.com/menopause-library/long-covid-and-female-hormones-factsheet/My Links:https://linktr.ee/joulesthttps://twitter.com/julieTa58407536https://www.facebook.com/livingwithlongcovid/https://www.instasgram.com/julietaylor9545https://amzn.eu/d/9v9MP4vhttps://amzn.eu/d/1QVK8zn - Return to work plannerhttps://amzn.eu/d/a1Safxc - well-being planner https://www.julie-t.com/ - Julie Taylor life coaching websiteLong Covid Clinic (Julie Taylor & Dr Binita Kane - contact; longcovidclinic@howellmedicalgroup.co.uk for more information