SOFEA SESSIONS

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SOFEA SESSIONS is a podcast focused on inspiring people through sharing lived experience of mental health and wellbeing. Delivered to you by SOFEA charity, SOFEA SESSIONS is a platform that empowers people to talk, to reduce stigma, help people relate to the episodes and feel less alone in their issues, in the hope that listeners and guest speakers can deepen the connections to themselves and their communities.

  1. 05/20/2025

    Episode 18: Music and Mental Health with Chris Alderson

    In today's brand new episode, Chris Alderson (SOFEA's marketing and content assistant) has come on to share his story about how music has positively affected his mental health. Chris joined SOFEA initially as a volunteer following a challenging relationship breakdown; where he struggled with his mental health and was out of employment for 3 years. Now, Chris is working at SOFEA not only in the media department, but facilitating music sessions for the young people. Chris takes us through his journey of how at some of his darkest moments, music filled the void and became a moral compass that helped him interpret the world. email us at wellbeing@sofea.uk.com Chris' music recommendations: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1co4F2pPNH8JjTutZkmgSm?si=3BZ8Wy5OQ1-89oOhUnGZRw

    14 min

  2. 04/16/2025

    Episode 17: Finding confidence, connection and a career - Jake's story.

    In today's brand new episode we follow Jake's journey through SOFEA—starting out as a student, building confidence, forming real connections, and eventually stepping into employment. It’s a story of growth, community, and finding your place in the world.  If you would like to support Jake's fundraiser click this link: Jake Wilkinson is fundraising for SOFEA To get in touch email us at wellbeing@sofea.uk.com

    22 min

  3. 03/10/2025

    SOFEA SESSIONS SHORTHAND: Collaborating for Community Change with SOFEA's Alice Piggott and Didcot TRAIN's CEO Ben Drabble.

    We have a brand-new SOFEA SESSIONS SHORTHAND episode out now! In this episode, we welcome Alice Piggott (SOFEA), and Ben Drabble (CEO of Didcot TRAIN Youth), who share how they have been working in partnership to improve the wellbeing of Didcot's young people. They talk about the new partnership: The Didcot Wellbeing Web which is a new initiative of local charity partners, statutory services and businesses that are working towards the same goal.    If you have a direct query about the Didcot Wellbeing Web or any of the NxT GEN projects young people can get involved with please email: Alice@sofea.uk.com SOFEA: Enabling people to transform their lives   Or if you would like support from Didcot Train Youth, contact: info@trainyouth.org.uk TRAIN Youth | trainyouth.org.uk

    25 min

  4. 11/29/2024

    Episode 16: Changing direction - Stephen's story of struggle, survival and strength.

    Trigger warning: This episode contains conversation about suicide, sexual and physical abuse, bullying, explicit language and traumatic themes. 18+ advised.  November is Men's Mental Health month ('Movember'), and to raise awareness, Stephen Norris bravely shares his story of how he overcame enormous amounts of trauma as a child; bullying, family breakdowns, a suicide attempt and being misplaced into a mental health facility. Despite all this, Stephen, now 63, is a successful Vistage Chair and CEO Mentor, wanting to share his story in the hope that it encourages people to ask for help when it feels like there is no way out. If you are affected by anything you hear in this episode, these organisations offer mental health and wellbeing support: Men's Minds Matter | Men's Mental Health & Suicide Charity MANUP? | MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH CHARITY Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People | YoungMinds ------------------------------------------------ www.sofea.uk.com email us at: wellbeing@sofea.uk.com

    54 min

  5. 10/14/2024

    SOFEA SESSIONS SHORTHAND: How we are tackling digital inequalities one phone and laptop at a time.

    Today's brand new episode is with Ben Tuppen, SOFEA's Getting Oxfordshire Online Programme Manager. Today also marks to beginning of Getting Online Week; a national campaign promoting nearly 50 events around the county - at libraries, NHS, community groups and more - all helping people to learn more about and build confidence using the internet. If you a) need digital support or b) want to support this amazing programme, give this short episode a listen to find out more.  Getting Oxfordshire Online | Helping everyone get online across Oxfordshire www.sofea.uk.com

    12 min

  6. 08/21/2024

    SOFEA SESSIONS SHORTHAND: Tackling health inequalities through free nutritional support within the community: SOFEA's Nourish and Flourish programme

    Today’s Shorthand episode explains how SOFEA’s Nourish and Flourish programme – launched in partnership with the Didcot Primary Care Network in January 2022, addresses 3 key issues… Rising childhood obesity; since 2006, childhood obesity rates have increased by 30% nationally and in Didcot alone, by 40%. Rising chronic disease in adults. Barriers to health eating.  Dr Kerry Lock, SOFEA’s Nutritional Therapist and Nourish and Flourish Programme Manager talks about the 3 pillars of support that are addressing these issues: Nourish and Flourish School Programme (piloted in Didcot 2022 & 2023) Nourish and Flourish Nutritional Therapy Clinic (Since 2023) Nourish and Flourish Community Kitchen (launched November 2023) For more information: Nutritional Therapy Support (Didcot only) – Referral via your GP, Diabetic Nurse or Social Prescribers Via our website www.sofea.uk.com Or email Kerry@sofea.uk.com    Special thanks to all of our fabulous partners who have helped make Nourish and Flourish a success including:  Dr Rachel Ward and the Didcot PCN, Nourish and Flourish kitchen magician Alex MacKay, 8 Didcot primary schools, Replenish Oxfordshire, Didcot Garden Town, JR Hospital, JDK Restaurants, Secret Santa 365, Brendan Mullard and team from Object Space Place, our lovely builder Chris from CSN Build, Nourish and Flourish community chefs Vanessa, Maia & Jane, Magnox & South and Vale Council ,You Move, & 2 local Didcot Secondary Schools 7 Fareshare UK   Thanks also to Nathan (podcast editing support).

    25 min

  7. 07/02/2024

    Episode 15: Coming Out - My Story.

    To celebrate Pride Month last month, Logan (he/him) has come onto the podcast to share his story about coming out as gay. In this episode, Logan, who is on SOFEA's education programme, bravely shares how coming out changed his life and how expressing himself through fashion and makeup impacts his self-confidence.  This episode references bullying, homophobia and other potentially triggering topics. There is also some strong language in this episode. If you are in need of some support, click on the links below to see what support is available in Oxfordshire. Links mentioned in the podcast: www.sofea.uk.com https://www.trainyouth.org.uk/more-services/ https://www.oxmindguide.org.uk/locationcategory/lgbtq/

    30 min

  8. 05/01/2024

    Episode 14: Neurodivergence with Jamie Douglas.

    Episode 14 is with the lovely Jamie Douglas from Response organisation; talking all things neurodivergence. Previously a teacher in a secondary school, Jamie was diagnosed as Autistic aged 40, and is also a parent of a neurodivergent child, giving him a breadth of lived and professional experience. This episode covers everything from diagnosis, energy drinks, the UK education system, and even some guidance around language we should be using when talking about Autism and how to challenge unhelpful comments.    Please like, share and subscribe!

    59 min
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SOFEA SESSIONS is a podcast focused on inspiring people through sharing lived experience of mental health and wellbeing. Delivered to you by SOFEA charity, SOFEA SESSIONS is a platform that empowers people to talk, to reduce stigma, help people relate to the episodes and feel less alone in their issues, in the hope that listeners and guest speakers can deepen the connections to themselves and their communities.

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  • Creator
    SOFEA
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
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    SOFEA SESSIONS