Mending Lives Jane Houng

In this episode, Jane Houng explores the multifaceted life of Vanessa Chan, a veteran woman executive in tech who found solace and strength in yoga, meditation, and outdoor adventures. Vanessa discusses the personal qualities essential for leadership, the importance of mental health, and how her meditative hikes bring tranquility to Hong Kong and Singapore urban dwellers while redefining the purpose of her life and career.
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https://www.meetup.com/lantau-sai-kung-basecamp-hiking-meetup-group/ 
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Life throws us curveballs, but what if those challenges are opportunities to discover our own strength? In this episode, Sister Gemma Simmonds, a powerhouse of positivity, grapples with the big questions: Are we bound by forces beyond our control, or do we have the freedom to forge our own destiny? Sister Gemma shares profound insights gleaned from a remarkable life, challenging the idea of determinism and revealing the power of choice. Even in the darkest corners, she shows us how to cultivate compassion and find meaning. Join us for an uplifting conversation that will leave you empowered to navigate life's uncertainties and create a brighter future.

Are you feeling lost, or looking for a deeper purpose? In this week's episode, I have a powerful conversation with Father Will, a renowned pastor at St Stephen's Chapel and St John's Cathedral in Hong Kong. We explore the transformative power of faith and interfaith dialogue. We share personal stories of loss and paths to hope and meaning. This episode offers inspiration to anyone facing personal challenges or seeking a renewed sense of purpose. Unmissable! 

This episode of Mending Lives tackles crucial issues in South Asia with Pakistani psychologist Asma Toorkham. Asma brings over 10 years of experience working with NGOs focused on child and women's well-being. We delve into her inspiring work counseling victims of sexual violence and advocating for mental health support within the police force. Our conversation explores sensitive topics like child marriage, femicide, and gender equality, along with examining men's attitudes towards women. Asma's dedication to empowering women and advocating for their rights shines throughout. Tune in for a powerful discussion that will leave you hopeful for positive change.https://www.youtube.com/@AsmaToorkham

In this episode, my guest is Yasmine Zahir - a Hong Kong Barrister - offers her services pro bono to long term prisoners here - that’s how we met. ‘Crime always happens for a reason’ she says after I divulge details of the domestic situation of my daughter’s killer, and explain why I think psychosexual killings and serial killers are rare in countries like Lebanon.
Does Yasmine think murderers deserve a second chance? Does she believe in capital punishment? These questions have been lingering on my mind since my daughter was killed in 2017. The more I dive deep into these, the more I'm willing to forgive....

Sonia Leung is an award-winning Hong Kong poet, fiction and non-fiction writer. She’s also a rape victim. She’s written a memoir which was launched at the Hong Kong Literary Festival in March.Website: www.soniaflleung.com
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Rebecca's Dykes Writier: www.rebeccadykeswriters.orgRainlily's website: https://rainlily.org.hk/chi/service Sue Silverman: Because I Remember Terror, Father, I Remember YouElif Shafak