7 episodes
Not The Easy Way Dr Peter D'Lima & Dr. Claire McGuiggan
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Not The Easy Way: The Podcast is part of a project designed for young people (14+) that aims to help them to face the inevitable challenges of life by speaking up, mapping out what they value and who they want to become & taking positive actions towards a meaningful life. The podcast is hosted by educational and child psychologists, Dr. Peter D'Lima and Dr. Claire McGuiggan and will be of interest to young people, educators, parents, and anyone interested in how psychology can help people. The podcast will explore the following themes: Helping young people to have difficult but important conversations about social issues that affect them and society; tapping into what is meaningful and important to them to help them design their ideal future; enhancing their current life using positive psychology to support them to live full and active lives and be successful in achieving their aspirations.
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Episode 7: Speak Space: Measures to reduce climate change need to be put in place no matter the cost
Speak Space is where we bring two people together who have different views on a sensitive topic. Not to debate. Not to persuade. Instead, we bring them together to listen and understand in good faith. Our guests today are Ishaan Shah and Harry Wilkinson. Ishaan Shah is an 18-year-old international anti-human trafficking, gender equality and climate action young leader. In 2017, he founded Stolen Dreams, a youth-led organization working with global stakeholders to counter trafficking...
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Episode 6: Speak Space: Gay Couples Make Just as Good Parents as Straight Couples
This is our first Speak Space.Speak Space is where we bring two people together who have different views on a sensitive topic. Not to debate. Not to persuade. Instead, we bring them together to listen and understand in good faith. Our guests today are Dr Patricia Casey and Dr Peter D’Lima. Patricia is a consultant psychiatrist and writes a column in the Irish Independent. She is a patron of the Iona Institute, which is a Christian advocacy group that promotes the place of marriage a...
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Episode 5: Aspire with Ed Latimore (The Power of Masculinity)
Listen as educational and child psychologists, Dr. Peter D'Lima & Dr. Claire McGuiggan speak to Ed Latimore, former heavy-weight boxer and now self-improvement enthusiast. Ed grew up in difficult circumstances, had low confidence in himself, and had struggles with alcohol and pornography. Now, he is a writer and helps young men around the globe to meet their aspirations. In this episode, we discuss masculinity and how it can be a powerful force that can be wielded in both positive and neg...
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Episode 4: Aspire with Jay Styzcen (Overcoming Anxiety: So what?)
Listen as educational and child psychologists, Dr. Peter D'Lima & Dr. Claire McGuiggan speak to Jay Styczen, host of the Jay Anxious podcast. Jay has experienced severe struggles with anxiety for 25 years. He talks openly, honestly, and powerfully about the steps he took to move out of his comfort zone and into the life he always wanted. #Psychology #Anxiety #DietPlease subscribe to our podcast and share with anyone who would be interested. And, most importantly, get involv...
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Episode 3: Take Action with Dr Nic Hooper (Normal Human Experiences)
Listen as educational and child psychologists, Dr. Peter D'Lima & Dr. Claire McGuiggan speak to clinical psychologist and author of 'The Unbreakable Student', Dr. Nic Hooper about ways to support yourself in facing the inevitable challenges and setbacks of life and how the stories you tell yourself about who you are can limit you or set you free. #Psychology #Challenge #MentalHealthPlease subscribe to our podcast and share with anyone who would be interested. And, most imp...
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Episode 2: Speak with Calvin Robinson (Navigating Difficult Conversations)
Listen as educational and child psychologists, Dr. Peter D'Lima & Dr. Claire McGuiggan speak to political commentator, Calvin Robinson, about freedom of expression and engaging in discussions in which people disagree. #FreeSpeech #CriticalThinking #Debate Please subscribe to our podcast and share with anyone who would be interested.And, most importantly, get involved. This is a collaborative project and we need your help!Come take a look at our website and explore our resources and conten...