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Date created
2020/06/12
Latest episode
2026/03/25
Average duration
70 min.
Release period
57 days

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A podcast about the adventure of career change, inviting guests to share their unique experiences of starting something completely new. We talk about what led them to making the decision, how things are going, what challenges they have come across, and what they really love about what they do. This podcast aims to share the ups and downs of change, the not knowing, to show the human side of career change and how different people handle it. Guests are encouraged to talk about their worries and challenges along the way so that listeners can relate to their experiences. Some of my guests are at the beginning or early stages of change and share their experiences of taking the first steps. We explore why people want change, why it can feel really difficult sometimes, how experiences differ, and how people are choosing creative and adventurous approaches. At the end of each episode my guests ask you, the listener, a question for you to take away and think about. This show is hosted by Sarah Lister, a career coach and mentor living in the Peak District, who works with people from an approach that is focused on freedom, creativity and a sense of adventure. Visit abouttheadventure.com to find out more about her work. To support this podcast, Sarah has opened a patreon community where people can connect to explore career change and to support each other. Please take a look at what's on offer: www.patreon.com/abouttheadventure

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Bridging the Confidence Gap: Building Guided Outdoor Adventures with Julia Hartley
2026/03/25
Sarah interviews Julia Hartley about creating Guided Outdoor Adventures and her “confidence gap” idea: helping people feel safe and supported while getting outdoors with caring professional mountain leaders who keep groups together and make walks more accessible. Julia traces her motivation to moving to a new area and to childhood experiences on PGL trips where instructors provided security after her parents’ separation, shaping her confidence and adventurous spirit. She shares her winding career path from early hospitality work to gaining qualifications, becoming a sports therapist, and later feeling restless before returning to her business idea with encouragement from a friend. Julia describes building a two-sided “Airbnb-style” platform for guides and customers, securing lottery-related funding, growing from six to 67 leaders, learning marketing and SEO through mentors and courses, facing competition and critical coaching, and planning gradual expansion while prioritising purpose over profit. A Question for the ListenerJulia leaves the audience with a couple of powerful prompts for self-reflection. Links for Guided Outdoor Adventures Website Facebook Group Instagram References The Confidence Gap https://guidedoutdooradventures.co.uk/the-confidence-gap-guided-outdoor-adventuring-cic/ HF Holidays https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/ Mike https://cheshire-online.com/ Ilaria Petrucci https://herwildadventures.co.uk/ Meet The Guides https://guidedoutdooradventures.co.uk/meet-the-guides/ Damian Baxter https://www.geogrowthmedia.com/ Steven Bartlett https://stevenbartlett.com/ Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career coaching questions and photos from the Peak District.
Give your magic to the right people - career change interview with Allie Bailey
2026/02/08
In this raw and deeply personal conversation, Sarah Lister talks with ultra-runner and endurance coach Allie Bailey about the intersection of life, career, and running, shaped by the format of her new book. Allie shares her journey from a high-pressure career in the music industry to hitting rock bottom through alcoholism, and eventually rebuilding a life centered on her core values. This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling "stuck" in a career or life path that doesn't feel like their own. Sensitive topics Alcoholism: Allie speaks candidly about her history as a "raging alcoholic". She describes reaching "the bottom of the barrel," losing her home, partner, and money due to her addiction. Mental Health Struggles and Depression: Allie talks about her struggle with depression and mentions having post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Suicide: Allie mentions trying to kill herself and talking to her sister about killing herself. Toxic Work Environments and Exploitation: The conversation touches on the harsh realities of the music industry, where Allie witnessed artists having "nervous breakdowns" and described the culture as one that "exploits you basically for your talent and makes you frightened to leave". Body Image and Self-Esteem: Allie mentions common insecurities she hears from athletes she coaches, such as "I'm not a real runner," "I'm too big to be a runner," and "I'm not good enough". Trauma and Difficult Family Dynamics: There is a brief mention of how some women "grow up miserable and pass that trauma down" , and Allie notes that for some people, "family isn't everything". Strong Language: The whole interview contains frequent swearing throughout the conversation. Core Content & Key TakeawaysValues are the Compass for Change: Allie emphasizes that unhappiness often stems from working against your personal values.She identifies her own core values as kindness, authenticity, and honesty.Success is redefined not by status or money, but by whether your decisions align with your value system. Breaking the "Lucky" Narrative: Allie rejects the idea that her career change was due to luck. Instead, she attributes it to belief, doing the work, and manifestation.She encourages listeners to stop "giving their magic away" to companies or people that don't deserve it and to start investing that energy in themselves. Thoughts are Not Facts: A central theme of Allie’s coaching and her new book is challenging the stories our brains tell us to keep us "safe".She discusses "fear storyboarding"—taking a fear to its logical conclusion to realise that reality is rarely as catastrophic as our imagination. The Myth of the Quick Fix: Real change requires active participation. Allie notes that reading a book or listening to a podcast won't change your life unless you do the work consistently.She highlights that "confidence comes from doing what you say you’re going to do". Navigating "The Dip": Allie discusses the inevitable emotional and physical drop that happens after achieving a major goal (like finishing the 268-mile Spine Race or completing a big project).The key to surviving the dip is accepting it as a natural human process and setting up a support system of "your people". A Question for the ListenerAllie leaves the audience with a powerful prompt for self-reflection: "How do you feel when you wake up every morning going into the job you're doing, and how do you want to feel? Can you make yourself feel that way in your current position? If the answer is no, how are you going to make yourself feel like that?" Links & Resources MentionedReferences The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris The Spine Race Northern Traverse Nicky Spinks Links 31 Days: A zero-bullsh*t mindset masterclass for the modern runner - by Allie Bailey There is No Wall - by Allie Bailey Allie’s website Follow Allie on Instagram Running Won’t Save You Podcast - by Allie Bailey Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions.
The redundancy for me was an opportunity - career change interview with Claire Hunter
2026/01/28
In this episode of the About The Adventure podcast, we hear the inspiring story of Claire Hunter, a former HR professional who has embarked on a transformative journey of career change. Claire shares her childhood dream of walking the Pennine Way, and how redundancy and life events led her to take time out for self-reflection and personal growth. She discusses the significance of her 'chrysalis year' in 2025, during which she completed various certifications and assessments, consolidating her skills and rethinking her career path. Now focused on aiding midlife women navigate change through coaching, leadership development, and mindfulness, Claire offers insights into starting her own business and the importance of nature and mindfulness in her coaching methodology. This episode captures Claire's evolution from a structured HR role to a fulfilling career aligned with her passions and values. Recording information This interview was recorded in Grindleford on 29th December 2025. Links Elysian Leadership Follow Claire on LinkedIn References My Pennine Way Reflective Journal by Claire Hunter on Amazon. Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Working outside has been a revelation - career change interview with Martin Swithenbank
2026/01/12
Martin Swithenbank, an Outdoor Instructor and climber based in the Yorkshire Pennines, shares his journey from working in art studios and formal education to becoming an outdoor educator. Initially hesitant to apply for the job at an outdoor centre, Martin has found a new calling working with 10 and 11-year-olds, using outdoor activities to engage and inspire them. During the COVID pandemic, a stint working with at-risk children ignited his passion for making a positive impact outside traditional school settings. Encouraged by his friends and partner, Martin made a significant career shift by apprenticing at an outdoor centre. He reflects on overcoming self-doubt, embracing new opportunities, and the transformative power of outdoor education for both himself and the children he works with. Conversation topics include challenges in mainstream education, gaining confidence and overcoming imposter syndrome, believing in your abilities, embracing failure as growth and the power of human connection. Listen all of the way to the end so that Martin can ask you a question that may help you to think about your own potential career change. Recording information This interview was recorded in Edale on 17th December 2025. References West Yorkshire Police Carl Rogers A Mug of Life on Instagram Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
The calling to follow your life path - career change interview with Irina Kudres
2025/12/11
What’s it like moving to a new country and setting up a creative business? Irina Kudres shares her story about moving to Bergamo in Italy with her partner and changing her career path. Previously working in digital marketing and PR, she is now doing portrait, documentary and brand photography. Irina’s home country is Russia and she has also lived in Malaysia and Germany. She talks about both the positive aspects and challenges of living in different countries, including the mountainous region where she lives in Italy now. This interview highlights the first steps that Irina took to becoming a freelance photographer and the importance of following your life path when you sense a calling for change. Recording information This interview was recorded online on 11th November 2025. Irina’s Links Irina’s website Photo story book Another Odyssey  Studio: Panoramico Studio Connect with Irina on LinkedIn Follow Irina on Instagram Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Life’s too short to be stuck doing something that you don’t enjoy - career change interview with Emily Taylor
2025/10/26
From Classroom to Mountaintops: Emily's Journey of Grief and Career Transformation [Note: This interview includes sensitive topics about grief, mental health, and suicide. Please consider carefully if it’s a suitable time for you to listen to this content.] Emily Taylor, also known as Trigs and Teeth, shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to becoming a prominent outdoor influencer and mountain leader. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she and a friend started exploring trig points in the Peak District, which eventually led her to create an Instagram page documenting her adventures. The page grew, and Emily continued to build a community around it, eventually becoming an Ordnance Survey Champion and collaborating with major outdoor brands like Rab and Acai Outdoor Wear. Emily opens up about her struggles with mental health, her father's tragic death, and how reconnecting with nature became a crucial coping mechanism. She describes her career transition from teaching, a profession she once thought she'd retire from, to leading walks, teaching navigation courses, and creating content for brands. Her story emphasises the importance of following one's passion, the power of nature in working through emotions, and the significance of a supportive network in making such a transformative career change. This episode contains sensitive discussions about mental health, grief, and suicide. Emily’s experiences highlight the critical need for self-care and the courage required to make significant life changes. Listen to the end for her thoughtful question that might help you evaluate your own career path. Recording information This interview was recorded outdoors in Edale beside Crowden Brook on 7th October 2025. Emily's Links Emily's outdoor events for women on eventbrite Emily’s outdoor adventures: Trigsandteeth Confidence building for outdoor women: peakoutdoorcoaching References Suzanne Hill Acai Outdoorwear website Rab website Tog24 website Blacks online website Yoga teacher Emily in the Outdoors Instagram account Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
I think it’s ok for your dreams to change - career change interview with Ceri Jones
2025/09/15
This episode delves into the transformative career change journey of Ceri Jones, a former orchestral manager who shifted her path to become a food educator and cookbook author.  Following the loss of her parents and a realisation of unfulfillment in her job, she found solace and passion in writing a recipe blog that led her to pursue culinary arts. The story covers her pivotal decisions that eventually lead her to fulfilling her dream of writing a cook book, published in 2024. She now enjoys a diverse career combining food education, content creation, and recipe writing. Emphasising the importance of discovering and pursuing one's passion, the episode offers insights into overcoming challenges and redefining personal and professional fulfillment. Don't miss the closing question that encourages reflection on pursuing career changes without regrets. Ceri's first cookbook ‘It Starts with Veg : 100 Seasonal Suppers and Sides‘ was published by Pavilion Books in June 2024. She trained over 10 years ago as a ‘Natural Chef’ in Berkeley California and since then has been building her online platform as a recipe writer, honing her skills as a chef by cooking for over 70 yoga and wellbeing retreats around the world, and teaching hundreds of cookery classes to a wide range of communities. For 3 days a week she is the sole Food Educator at the Garden Museum in London where you can find her leading cookery workshops for kids, families, community groups and the general public. Working in food is her second career. She previously worked in the world of music, project managing concerts and tours for a London based international orchestra, and before that a music degree specialising in clarinet performance. She still enjoys playing the clarinet and singing in her spare time and regularly performs with two ensembles in South London where she lives.  Recording information This interview was recorded online on 5th June 2025. Links Ceri's website Simple and Seasonal Substack Follow Ceri on Instagram Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
The change I needed to make was to get out of that job - career change interview with Jenna Maryniak
2025/06/23
Jenna’s interview captures a personal journey, documenting her career path from an academic beginning in literature and journalism to a fulfilling career as a counsellor.  After working in veterinary publishing for nine years, she knew she wanted to do something that felt more meaningful with her career. She wanted to help people and not be stuck behind a desk, so she joined the police. Later she trained as a detective and joined the child abuse unit. These intense experiences rekindled her intrinsic desire to connect and help people, ultimately leading her to pursue counselling.  Her career change was driven by the realisation of the importance of mental health, empathy, and the need for professional fulfillment. Alongside battling personal challenges like anxiety and burnout, she embarked on counselling training while managing a full-time job as Deputy Editor at Trail Magazine, which gave her the opportunity to reconnect with the mountains and to push herself out of her comfort zone in a restorative way. With the support of her family and loved ones, she set up her private counselling practice, aiming to integrate nature and human connection in a peaceful space. The story highlights the significance of following one’s passion, the necessity of self-care, and the value of supportive networks in making significant career transitions. Make sure you listen until the end to answer Jenna’s question, which might just help you take the next step in your career. Recording information This interview was recorded online on 9th May 2025. Links Jenna’s counselling website Follow Jenna on Instagram References Trail Magazine Will4Adventure Mind Over Mountains Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Change is hard but it’s possible - career change interview with Julia Hames
2025/03/21
The key message in this episode with Julia Hames is about figuring out what it is you want and then taking the baby steps to get there, because sometimes the path in the middle isn’t always clear. Julia tells us about her move from living in a big town to rural life in South Wales, and about her career change from working 12-hour shifts to running a B&B alongside her Smallholding and developing Wordpress websites. She talks about the challenges of running a B&B, particularly during the Covid pandemic, and tells us why she decided to give that up for a more balanced lifestyle and to do a part-time degree. Julia tells her story with a great positive spirit, which has obviously helped her to get through some really tough times, alongside the accountability network that has supported her in the local community.  By listening to this episode you’ll also find out what it’s like having a Smallholding around self-employment, why she has put her travel dreams on hold, and why you should give something a go if you really want to do it! Keep going until the end to answer Julia’s question, which might just help you take the next step in your career. Recording information This interview was recorded online on 18th February 2025. Links Julia Hames on LinkedIn Julia’s website: Coding Cottage Coding Cottage in Instagram and Facebook Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Learning the craft of writing with author of The Search - Paul Besley
2024/12/28
This episode is about choosing to live happily by dreaming your way there and making new decisions to steer the direction.  Author Paul Besley talks about some of the challenges he has faced throughout his life, including alcoholism, bullying, a severe mountain accident, working in a high-pressure job as a salesman, and living with asbestosis disease. He shares what he has learned along the way and how he manages to find contentment through life’s challenges. Paul imparts his wisdom and advice in ways that feel relatable and attainable.  By listening to this episode you’ll also find out how Paul turned his career around to becoming a published author, which started with writing guidebooks, and later on his memoir- The Search by Vertebrate Publishing.  Keep going until the end to hear Paul’s powerful question for you to answer. It’s a really good one (once he remembers it!). Recording information This interview was recorded online on 11th November 2024. Links The Search - Paul's published memoir Blog - Monthly Happenings by Paul Besley Published works - by Paul Besley Instagram  References The Search - book by Paul Besley Wild About Kinder - podcast episode interviewing Paul Mark Richards - Author Trail Magazine Cicerone Andy Kirkpatrick 1001 Climbing Tips Vertebrate Publishing Mountain Rescue Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Jessica Sinclair - I’m definitely someone who has meandered a lot in my career
2024/09/08
Can tarot help with making changes in your life? Jessica says tarot is for anyone who is interested in their personal development, open to something a bit different and just wants to learn more about themselves. This interview is about a meandering career that has led Jessica towards becoming a tarot reader. Her work includes 1:1 readings in person in Sheffield & online, as well as at markets,  festivals, and private events, and workshops teaching people how to read tarot. As well as sharing her journey and how tarot can help people, Jessica talks about the challenges and fears she has worked through along the way. At the end she does a live tarot reading for me and offers you a question to explore. Recording information This interview was recorded at Paradise bench in Edale on 28th August 2024. References Sheffield Creative Guild Marie Kondo Links Visit Patterns and Synchronicities website  Follow @jessica_sync on Instagram Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn Subscribe to Jessica’s newsletter Attend Jessica’s Tarot 101 Workshop Support My Podcast About The Adventure has a patreon community where you can contribute £5 monthly to the show. This supports the cost of making the podcast and in return offers you a 10% discount on coaching sessions with Sarah and events by About The Adventure. Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Ranaa Farooq - I couldn’t envisage a way out of where I was
2024/06/09
Are you prepared to sacrifice your life for your job? Ranaa Farooq says that she’s not willing to, despite her fear of judgement the guilt she has felt about leaving the NHS and medicine in general.  Ranaa Farooq is an abstract painter and life coach living in Sheffield, who describes the process of painting itself as therapy. In this interview she talks about her artistic journey and realisation that there’s more than one way of helping people. Some of the themes that we discuss include her dreams about being an artist while growing up, how she gets into a meditative space and lets herself be guided how she feels while painting, what it’s like having her own art studio, and the importance of taking a break. At the end she has a question for you that may prompt a new way of thinking about any changes you want to make in your own life. Ranaa’s Links Ranaa's coaching website Ranaa.farooq.art on Instagram Ranaa Farooq Art on Facebook References Open Up Sheffield Hanging Water Studio Bloc Projects Ciara Gilmore Frontier Gallery Art in the Gardens Recording information This episode was recorded in the foothills of Edale Valley on 24th April 2024. Support My Podcast About The Adventure has a patreon community where you can contribute £5 monthly to the show. This supports the cost of making the podcast and in return offers you a 10% discount on coaching sessions with Sarah and events by About The Adventure. Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Andy Mort - The small things are the big things
2024/04/28
Can slowing down enable us to get to where we ultimately want to go more efficiently? ‘Slow Coach’ Andy Mort shares his unique approach to coaching and creating community in this enlightening interview. He tells us that he became a coach accidentally after people had directly approached him about it, prompting him to take up training and blend this with his work as a sound artist.  Before taking up coaching, Andy was an Undertaker. As you can imagine, this provides a unique career change story. He shares compelling insights into his experience and how this influenced his perspective on life.  Andy shares why he chooses to live between friends’ homes rather than settle in a place of his own, and why he has set up an online community for gentle rebels. Other topics include the challenges he faced while training as a coach, being an introverted performer, how ambient sound and meditative narratives can help people, and the value of podcasting. This interview has a lovely steady pace and really valuable coaching questions at the end, so please take the opportunity to make yourself comfortable and give yourself the time and space to listen.   References The Coaching Academy Late Bloomers: The Hidden Strengths of Learning and Succeeding at Your Own Pace - by Rich Karlgaard Look Again: The Power of Noticing What was Always There - by Tali Sharot, Cass R. Sunstein Links Andy’s website The Haven online community Gentle Rebel Podcast Andy's music on Spotify Follow Andy on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn Recording information This episode was recorded online on 4th April 2024. Support My Podcast About The Adventure has a patreon community where you can contribute £5 monthly to the show. This supports the cost of making the podcast and in return offers you a 10% discount on coaching sessions with Sarah and events by About The Adventure. Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to contact Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Or email directly: [email protected] Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Peter Morton - I don’t think I’ve ever really had a map of what I’m going to do
2024/02/22
Does it take a lot of courage to change your career path? Peter Morton thinks it does, and it was his own boss who gave him the nudge to do so! In 2006 he left his job in IT to pursue a career in outdoor education as a freelance instructor. This led on to the creation of RedOakBushcrafts, a family run business in the Peak District. RedOakBushcrafts offers bushcraft, wilderness and survival skills courses in the Peak District and canoe expeditions in Scotland. Here are the questions I ask Peter during this interview: Do you find it challenging to do people-facing work?What do you see is the impact on the people that come on your courses?What was it that reignited your passion for the outdoors?Did you feel impatient about your career progression when you left your IT job?Did something trigger your decision to leave?How did it feel for you to be making such a big change?Do you think you would’ve stayed longer if your boss hadn’t given you the nudge?Are you pleased you’ve taken these steps towards what you’re doing now?Do you feel like it takes a lot of courage to leave things behind?Which parts of your work do you absolutely love?Do people really bond on your canoe trips?What aspects of your work do you really not like?What have you learnt along the way?Has your work/lifestyle turned out as you expected?How do people react to the type of work that you do?Do you feel that your work is meaningful when comparing it to your previous job?What were the first steps that you took with setting up RedOak?What do you think your friends and family think of what you do?Do you think you need an outdoorsy background to pursue an outdoors career?Do you train people to do what you do?Do you feel like you have a good standard of living?Do you create as much free time as you can?What question would you ask somebody who is thinking about a career change? RedOakBushcrafts Links Website  Instagram Facebook Recording information This episode was recorded on the slopes of the Great Ridge in Edale, underneath a tarp, on 9th February 2024. Support My Podcast About The Adventure has a patreon community where you can contribute £5 monthly to the show. This supports the cost of making the podcast and in return offers you a 10% discount on coaching sessions with Sarah and events by About The Adventure. Final notes Visi About The Adventure website to email Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!
Jessica Snape-Burns - I love my job so much
2024/01/28
**Please note that during this episode Jess talks about chronic health issues and grief.** How important is support throughout a career change? This is the thread that runs through this interview with Jessica Snape-Burns, who shares her 10-year journey with Amerron Acres - a Community Interest Company (CIC) in Edale that provides a tranquil, safe and nurturing environment for therapeutic healing to take place. Jess offers Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL), family visits, retreats and wellbeing workshops. Jess had a strong draw to animal welfare from a young age, choosing to volunteer with injured and sick animals at a sanctuary as a way to spend time with equines. She  has always found comfort in the company of horses and set up Amerron Acres so she could share her special herd to help others on their healing journey.   Experiencing her own health struggles, with debilitating and disabling neurological symptoms causing years of wrong diagnoses and deteriorating mental health, she was eventually diagnosed with a chronic spinal CSF leak. Although mostly better now, she knows the value of self-care, resting and taking care of our mental health as a priority. You can read more about Jess, Director & Practitioner at Amerron Acres, on her website from which these notes have been adapted. At the end of the interview, Jess asks you a question and offers really helpful advice too. Here’s the list of questions that I asked Jess: How did horses first come into your life?How do you get to know a horse?Do the horses look to you for guidance?How can you describe each of their personalities?Was this building already here for you to use?Have the other horses had a more challenging past?Where were the seeds of this idea to set up Amerron Acres?What work were you doing before?What’s helped you through all of the challenges?Did you come to Edale with this idea to set up Amerron Acres?What’s involved in the logistics of getting the horses here?Can you tell us about your illness?What are your foundations for self-care?Who can you best help through your facilitation here?How do you facilitate a session with somebody who fears horses?Do you still get surprised by the results of your work?What role do the goats play?How can people work with you? What do you offer?How do you look after yourself in between sessions?Do you have a vision for what you move towards in the future?What’s the training you’ve done?What question would you ask somebody thinking about a new career direction?What’s the significance of 'Amerron'? Amerron Acres links Website Instagram Facebook References Horse Boy Method PoTS Eagala Leap Andrew Critchlow - interview on Wild About Kinder podcast Recording information This episode was recorded at Amerron Acres in Edale on 12th January 2024. Correction The name “Amerron” came from a very special horse named Amerron Rhia who inspired Jess to train in equine therapies and learning.  Support My Podcast About The Adventure has a patreon community where you can contribute £5 monthly to the show. This supports the cost of making the podcast and in return offers you a 10% discount on coaching sessions with Sarah and events by About The Adventure. Final notes Visit About The Adventure website to email Sarah, the podcast host, with your comments, questions or suggestions for future guests. Subscribe to Sarah's newsletter to receive episodes in your inbox, along with career change interviews and career coaching questions. Podcast music is by Tsarzi and artwork by Tiffany-Francis Baker. Thanks for listening!

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