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Welcome to Yowah Radio's "Glass Half Full" podcast episode. In this episode, host Steve Twynham welcomes a dedicated counsellor and former nurse, Beverley Powell Beverley unveils her journey from nursing to counselling.

Beverley's tale is filled with commitment, determination and service. Listen as she narrates her experiences as a nurse, wife, mother, soon-to-be-grandmother and a devout Christian. Beverley's shift from patient care to mental wellness is truly inspiring.

Throughout the episode, Beverley shares her counselling philosophy, inspired by biblical teachings and Carl Rogers' theory. You'll hear her talking about the importance of non-judgment, genuineness, and empathy while counselling. Listen to Beverley's take on creating a safe, empathic, and empowering atmosphere for clients.

Dive into Beverley's wise insights on non-verbal communication and the role of body language in therapy. This episode explores the common misconceptions about counselling, the session durations, number of sessions required, and the complexity of emotions involved in each.

Join us to learn about the crucial differences between counselling, coaching, and mentoring. The episode particularly highlights Beverley's specialisations in anxiety and bereavement counselling, along with innovative methods incorporated in sessions such as prayer.

Whether you are looking for sound counselling advice or you want an uplifting and hopeful conversation, this episode is your perfect source. Start your journey towards understanding and utilising the art of counselling better with this enlightening session from Yowah Radio's "Glass Half Full".

In this episode we bring some joy into your life.

I am joined by Empowerment Coach & Joy Queen Cat Googe.



More about Cat.

I’m Cat and I’m an Empowerment Coach & Joy Queen.

I help you learn how to shift creative and energetic blocks so you can show up powerfully in life and business. Through The FLOURISH Framework we use my unique blend of laughter yoga, reiki and NLP to identify energy drains and clear unhelpful patterns so you can create the impact you know in your bones you’re here for. 

I help you learn to get out of your head and drop into your body so you can tap into your inner wisdom and give yourself permission to stand fully in your power.

Using the tools that support me I teach you to release what’s been holding you back and reignite your power so you can fully connect with what you’re here to do in this lifetime.

I’m here to support you on your next level expansion so you can activate your pure potential and embody who you really are.

Join our warm dialogue with Michael, a gallant soul who courageously battled chronic depression and now seeks to repurpose his definition of happiness. In this profoundly personal conversation, Michael shares his depression fight, his self-awareness voyage, and his shift from hiding to openly admitting his emotions.

Hear about the challenge of his dual existence, often smiling to satisfy the societal expectations while silently confronting his personal confusion. Learn about his metaphorical 'mask', the fake portrayal of joy that conceals his repressed emotions. Listen to the compelling recount of the turning point of his life when he decided to seek help, kicking off his arduous but crucial journey to recovery.

This episode delves into the fear of vulnerability, the bravery in confessing not being fine, and the relatable confusion in identifying genuine happiness. It insists on the importance of individual emotional well-being, challenging the common approach of prioritising others before ourselves. Connect with the potent discussions of this episode and come to grips with the reality of mental health matters.

Join us in this powerful conversation that pushes the emotional boundaries and challenges societal norms while emphasising the importance of mental health.Micheal takes us into his turmoil-laden mind and personal life, showing the dangers of overcommitting to societal expectations. He reveals his struggles with responsibilities, mental health, and burnout.

A pivotal turning point came through a GP visit, leading to much-needed mental health assistance. Through this journey, the Micheal discovered the importance of mindfulness, anxiety management, and the freedom in just "being". With his move to York, he redefined his life, emphasising the beauty in simplicity and the need to embrace negative emotions.

This transformation story is much more than personal; it serves as a wake-up call for everyone hiding their struggles. His empowering message encourages us to reach out, connect with others, and ensure our mental well-being. Join us, and step into understanding mental health while walking alongside him in his incredible journey, as he bares the silent truth about this often unseen reality on the Glass Half Full Podcast

In this episode of Glass Half Full Steve is joined by Ian Wootton and explores the different traits of an over control and under control personality.

Ian is a Consultant Clinical and Forensic Psychologist who completed his studies at the University of Surrey and qualified as a Psychologist in 2003. He has subsequently worked in the UK and New Zealand, including in hospitals, prisons and private practice, offering a range of treatment approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Group Analytic Psychotherapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He has held specialist roles working with adult males and females with personality disorder, autistic spectrum disorder, learning disabilities and mental illness.

In this  episode of Conversations On The Porch Steve Twynham is joined by an international panel to explore the power of imagination.


Does everyone possess a certain degree of imagination ability?
Is imagination a skill that can be developed?
Are visualisation and imagination the same thing?
Is imagination only limited to seeing pictures in the mind?

Steve's guests explore these questions and share their personal stories of how the power of imagination has impacted their lives.

In this episode of Glass Half Full Steve is joined by Nicole O'Connor The Founder of Pink Sky Leadership.Pink Sky Leadership provides strategic lifestyle advising for high achieving leaders so that you can feel more clear, confident and follow through on what you want, to live the life you desire with more ease and fulfillment. To design and live a life that you don’t feel like you need to escape from.Check out the complimentary PInk Sky Leadership playbook that shares the lifestyle strategies and insights to declutter your life to create more clarity & confidence that will help high achievers who are stressed, overwhelmed and pulled in several directions to follow through to achieve what they desire.Here is the link to receive your complimentary copy.

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