In this episode of the "Quality of Life Quest," Anneke delves into the inevitable ups and downs of life and their impact on our overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of developing good habits during times of stability to better cope with future challenges, citing the adage, "you don't rise to the occasion, you sink to the level of your training." Through personal anecdotes, including her emotional experiences during a recent trip to the Netherlands, Anneke illustrates the profound effects of grief and stress on daily life. She offers a comprehensive toolkit of coping strategies, such as talking to someone, journaling, engaging in creative activities, practicing mindfulness, and spending time in nature. Throughout the episode, she encourages listeners to proactively prepare for life's inevitable difficulties by cultivating resilience and self-awareness, ultimately reminding them that even in the depths of despair, there can be valuable lessons and opportunities for growth.

Key Takeaways



00:01:08: This episode is not medical advice; seek professionals for serious issues.




00:03:18: Life has ups and downs; prepare for tough times ahead.




00:12:07: Emotional struggles can lead to crying and feeling out of sorts.




00:40:44: Life's ups and downs provide perspective; prepare and train for challenges.




BEST MOMENTS



"You don't rise to the challenge, you sink to the level of your training."




"When you are in the depths of despair, you then recognize that your life wasn't that bad after all."




"It's the ups and downs in life that give you perspective."




"If you're going through a rough patch, that might be something to think about. Am I living the life of my dreams?"




"Prepare yourself by adopting some of the practices mentioned above. Practice when your life is ticking along, it's going fine."




Host Bio

Anneke is an engineer who immersed herself in alternative healthcare after she almost died in hospital. Working in that field since 2000. Trainer of NLP, Time Line Therapy, Hypnosis, Reiki master, Sports-massage therapist and some other modalities. Currently she is training to be a naturopath whilst working as a healthcare assistant in the Acute Medical Unit. She is looking for the good bits of modern healthcare, which is in the acute setting in her opinion.

In no way, shape or form does she suggest to have life figured out. Hence the quest. There is always more to learn and more insights to be gained. Life is messy and full of surprises and curve balls.

Come along for the ride.



This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

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