Good Growth Stories

Matthew Usherwood
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Good Growth Stories shares intimate, narrative tales from changemakers shaping a fairer, kinder world - entrepreneurs, community leaders, activists and artists doing the patient work of positive change. Each episode follows one story in depth, weaving together the moments that shaped them: the spark, the setbacks, the decisions, and the values that keep them going. These aren’t highlight reels. They’re human stories that reveal what it really takes to build something that helps people and planet, and the threads that connect us along the way.

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  1. Mountains of more

    26. Feb.

    Mountains of more

    What happens when you finally open your eyes to the excessive waste, and overconsumption of one of the more luxury past-times - alpine sports. In this compelling tale Gavin Fernie-Jones tells his story of re-writing the consumer story.

    28 Min.
  2. Living Unscripted: Embracing Life without Kids

    04.11.2024

    Living Unscripted: Embracing Life without Kids

    In this episode, Emily Holden courageously shares her journey from the hope of motherhood to embracing a life without children. Through honest reflections, Emily discusses her experiences with societal pressure, the pain of pregnancy loss, and the challenges she and her partner faced with IVF. She explores how, despite these hardships, she found a new sense of purpose and fulfillment by reconnecting with old passions and forging a life on her own terms. Key Takeaways: Navigating Societal Expectations: Emily unpacks the societal pressures around motherhood and the often unspoken stigma women face when they choose—or are forced into—a child-free life. The Grief of Pregnancy Loss: Emily speaks openly about her missed miscarriage and the grieving process that followed, emphasizing the need for more open conversations around loss and the complexities of infertility. IVF and the Emotional Toll: The decision to pursue IVF, the financial and emotional strain it brings, and how Emily and her partner wrestled with the tough choices involved in this process. Redefining Womanhood Without Motherhood: How Emily came to terms with her new reality and redefined her identity, embracing a life beyond traditional expectations. Finding Passion and Purpose: From acting to foraging, Emily found healing and rediscovery through reconnecting with old hobbies and exploring new passions. Becoming an Advocate: Inspired by the support and connection she received from sharing her story, Emily now uses her voice to advocate for women who are child-free by choice or circumstance. Resources Mentioned: Reignite Weekends for women who are childless not by choice. TEDx Talk on breaking societal norms around motherhood. Connect with Emily: Follow Emily on LinkedIn

    38 Min.
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Good Growth Stories shares intimate, narrative tales from changemakers shaping a fairer, kinder world - entrepreneurs, community leaders, activists and artists doing the patient work of positive change. Each episode follows one story in depth, weaving together the moments that shaped them: the spark, the setbacks, the decisions, and the values that keep them going. These aren’t highlight reels. They’re human stories that reveal what it really takes to build something that helps people and planet, and the threads that connect us along the way.

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  • Erstellt von
    Matthew Usherwood
  • Jahre aktiv
    2024 - 2026
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    2
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