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When was the last time you allowed yourself to drift gently into a conversation, suspending all assumptions and seeing where it might take you?

In this episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I’m joined by Trevor Timbeck, a leadership coach from London, Ontario, and co-author (with Steve Chandler) of "The Power of Systems" and "The Power of Love."

Trevor shares the genesis of his collaboration with Steve, the playful back-and-forth “system” that shaped their writing process, and how the act of slowing down and reflecting—rather than defending or rushing—creates space for new possibilities.

We explore how writing these books has shifted Trevor’s approach to life and coaching, moving from a strict search for “the right answer” to a more relational, present, and love-driven way of being. Inspired by thinkers like David Bohm and Humberto Maturana, Trevor speaks to the impact of dialogue, the creative act of “talking to dead people” via AI, and the audacity to be offbeat or “go off the rails” in creative projects. Whether in military or corporate settings, we reflect on the hidden power of love, legitimacy, and playfulness—even in serious work.

When have you noticed deeper connection or insight arising from ‘drifting’ in dialogue without a fixed destination? What new systems or creative practices have helped you see things differently?

Website: https://www.trevortimbeck.com/

Books:

The Power of Systems: https://amzn.eu/d/1yxodNH

The Power of Love: https://amzn.eu/d/f2JHSv7

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/woVNnt4ckJc

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I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

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How does healing happen when we invite curiosity and wonder into our lives—alongside medical wisdom?

In this episode, Dr Rani Bora – a holistic psychiatrist, coach, and author – joins me to bridge the worlds of medicine and spirituality. We talk about being a “spiritual medic” and how honouring the soul, not just the body and mind, opens new pathways for genuine transformation.

Rani shares candidly about her journey from traditional medicine through coaching, the limitations of an evidence-only approach, and the powerful results she’s witnessed by including the spiritual dimension. Together, we explore the importance of safe, non-judgmental spaces and the ripple effects of support, curiosity, and shared stories – especially for those who might otherwise slip through the cracks in our mental health system.

Key themes:

• Finding healing through curiosity and childlike wonder, both for practitioners and those they serve
• The value of peer support, community, and empowering individuals to own their experiences
• Recognising that at a spiritual level, no one is truly broken—no matter the life challenges

Rani also previews a new community project launching in September, focused on life coaching and holistic support, created with care by herself and her husband, Dr Suraj Gogoi, both holistic psychiatrists.

I’d love to know, when was the last time you let curiosity or wonder shift your perspective—especially when things were hard? What did you notice or learn from the experience?

Website: https://holisticpsychiatryclinic.com/

Rani and Suraj's new "Aligned and Free Membership": https://holisticpsychiatryclinic.com/services/workshops-and-retreats/aligned-and-free-membership/

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wm4l7DMvFL8

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

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Have you ever wondered what truly matters when time grows short—and how to welcome the present, however uncertain?

In this powerful episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast, I reconnect with my dear friend Rachel Furman from Los Angeles. Rachel joins me in the final weeks of her life to speak openly about facing the end with calm, courage, and acceptance. Her refusal to equate pain with suffering stands out: “Suffering is optional.” Through a deep acceptance of her circumstances and a focus on what’s possible each day, Rachel offers a model for resilience and grace.

Rachel shares how she turned her final years into opportunities for adventure – traveling, dancing, focusing on what brings her joy, and maintaining her independence and humour in her relationships, even with her medical team. Her wisdom about acceptance and letting go shines: “We are not in control of most things, but the less we resist, the easier it becomes.”

Rachel’s wish is that her story might help even one person. She reminds us, “As long as you’re here, have fun, love, enjoy… there’s no reason to be upset about stuff.”

What allows you to find peace or joy, despite difficult circumstances?

Let us know your reflections.

If you’d like to hear our previous conversation from 30 July 2023, you can find episode 11 here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2132149/episodes/13138097

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e-j5OhFlkcU

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

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When was the last time you let curiosity drive your choices — and noticed it fundamentally change your perspective or path?

In this episode of Simple Reflections, I’m joined by Chad Littlefield, co-founder of We and Me, and co-author of Ask Powerful Questions. Chad is renowned for “hijacking” TEDx events, transforming passive audiences into active participants by inviting contribution and connection from the whole room.

We dive into how curiosity, not certainty, is the key that unlocks possibility — and how letting go of being absolutely sure can open up new avenues for learning, growth, and connection.

We discuss the subtle — but game-changing — difference between doing connection and being connection, and how a shift in intent can transform the most basic human interactions.

Chad also reflects on the impact of great questions, sharing stories of how a single question can “edit the future,” sparking real-world action. Looking ahead, he previews a new project: a deck of 60 questions designed to act as “edit buttons” for what comes next in life, helping people talk their way into tomorrow.

How has deliberate curiosity — asking genuine, open questions — changed something in your life or work? What happened when you gave yourself permission to be less certain, and more open?
Share your story — I’d love to hear what you discovered.

Website: https://www.weand.me

Book: https://shop.weand.me/products/ask-powerful-questions

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t3Aarqxdm0Q

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

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Do you ever wonder why you do what you do and how best to be of service to others?

In the latest episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast with my guest, Oli Mansfield, we explored the notion that of the clients we work with, we are our top client.

What does that even mean Dave? Great question… for me, it’s the idea that I, like everyone else is not a completely finished product: I am a perpetual work in progress.

As an idea it keeps me grounded and reminds me to stay open to seeing and experiencing new things, to learn, to be open to growth.

Oli is a Transformation and Performance Coach from Marlow in Buchinghamshire. He has a broad variety of clients that he serves with a passion for exploring the interplay between psychology and physiology; two subjects he has a deep expertise in, coupled with the humility to lead with his “inner dumbass” – or looking to understand the person he is with rather than shoehorn them into a preconceived box.

I’d love to know when you’ve given yourself permission to lead with open curiosity in to unknown territory, and what did you learn?

Website: https://www.olivermansfieldcoaching.co.uk/

Email: olimansfieldcoaching@icloud.com

Phone: +44 7939 067752

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s-x0CvkYH8Q

Subscribe to the Simple Reflections YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SimplicityinMind

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

If you're intrigued and would like to learn more you could:

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You know the old saying... "necessity is the mother of all invention!"... well I've been inventing!

This episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast will fit the rhythm:

· Regular as clock work every 2 weeks

· 2+ years

· 62 episodes

· Always with a guest...

...until NOW!

This episode will be just me, in a slightly different format, one that I've been meaning to experiment with as a supplementary bonus to the 2 weekly episodes with guests.

However, due to guest availability and holiday plans with my girls, the experiment is getting the prime slot... what could possibly go wrong!!!

❓ I'd love to hear your thoughts on the idea and on potential future topics for me to dive into?

Take care and I hope you enjoy the new format...

Website: http://www.simplicityinmind.co.uk/

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PKyqEIG3SbU

Subscribe to the Simple Reflections YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SimplicityinMind

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

If you're intrigued and would like to learn more you could:

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Thanks for listening.

Take care

Dave

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How often have you given yourself permission sit in silence and take stock?

In the latest episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast with my guest, Aila Coats, we kept coming back to this idea.

Aila is a colleague and teacher of mine from Mississauga the idyllic Tahoe National Forest in California. Aila is a professional coach who mainly works with teens and coaches looking to grow their businesses.

I just love hosting this podcast. I get to hang out with, and learn from some wonderful people and this episode is no different. Aila and I discuss learning from the “course” of life: both the path it takes but also paying attention to the opportunity from the curriculum that is always unfolding around us.

I’d love what you’ve taken time to explore what is possible for you by exploring the silence?

Website: https://www.ailacoats.com/

At the end of the episode I mentioned a programme I'm creating. Since recording I've created a waiting list for "Exploring the GAP". If you're interested follow this link to learn a little more: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/gap0925

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hKC6xUeecXE

Subscribe to the Simple Reflections YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SimplicityinMind

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The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

If you're intrigued and would like to learn more you could:

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Take care

Dave

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How often have you given yourself permission to notice moments in time?

This was something that came up in the latest episode of the Simple Reflections Podcast with my guest, Greg Fisher.

Greg is a good friend and colleague from Mississauga in Ontario, Canada. Hi is a Coach, “Chief Potential Officer” and the author of a couple of books (details in the show notes).

During the episode my conversation with Greg ranges from adventures to forgiveness, from parenting to Star Wars and all wrapped up in a gratitude for the times we live in and the opportunities that allows us to create and share with others.

What we have both noticed as we’ve looked more deeply into how to serve our clients, is the capacity that lies in every singe moment. We get to create in every moment. In fact, that is all we do in every moment… but most of us don’t realise that’s the case.

I’d love what you’ve noticed when you’ve been able to explore the moment you are in and what you’ve created from that there?

Website: https://www.coachingplease.com

Books:

Lessons from the Force [https://www.coachingplease.com/the-wisdom-of-the-force]

Happy Hockey Dads [https://www.coachingplease.com/happy-hockey-dad-book]

This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nOoCsPFQxV4

Subscribe to the Simple Reflections YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@SimplicityinMind

Support the show

The Simple Reflections Podcast is a collection of gentle conversations with people from all walks of life, looking at small, seemingly insignificant ideas that have gone on to have profound impacts on the lives of the guests. The podcast is hosted by Dave Hill, the founder of Simplicity in Mind, a leadership and wellbeing coaching practice based in Scotland.

I co-host Bite-sized Breather, a free weekly call with my friend and colleague, Lynne Brannigan. If you’re interested in joining, follow this link: https://simplicity-in-mind.kit.com/bitesizedbreather

If you're intrigued and would like to learn more you could:

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• Send Dave an email dave@simplicityinmind.co.uk

Thanks for listening.

Take care

Dave

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