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Quality of Life Quest

Quality of Life Quest

By: Anneke van Genderen
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 Quality of Life Quest is a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. Drawing on over 24 years of experience in alternative healthcare and a background in horticulture and international agricultural trade, Anneke combines personal insights with professional expertise to inspire listeners on their own wellness journeys. Currently studying naturopathy and working as a Healthcare Assistant in an Acute Medical Unit, Anneke bridges the worlds of modern medicine and holistic practices. With a candid and relatable approach, she shares ideas, challenges, and lessons learned while striving to improve her own quality of life. Whether you’re seeking fresh perspectives on health, fitness, or overall wellbeing, this podcast offers practical tips and thought-provoking discussions to help you and your loved ones thrive. Join Anneke on this quest for a life well-lived.
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  • Quality of Life Quest - Trailer

    Quality of Life Quest - Trailer
    Sep 11 2025
    Quality of Life Quest is a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. Drawing on over 24 years of experience in alternative healthcare and a background in horticulture and international agricultural trade, Anneke combines personal insights with professional expertise to inspire listeners on their own wellness journeys. Currently studying naturopathy and working as a Healthcare Assistant in an Acute Medical Unit, Anneke bridges the worlds of modern medicine and holistic practices. With a candid and relatable approach, she shares ideas, challenges, and lessons learned while striving to improve her own quality of life. Whether you’re seeking fresh perspectives on health, fitness, or overall wellbeing, this podcast offers practical tips and thought-provoking discussions to help you and your loved ones thrive. Join Anneke on this quest for a life well-lived. 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.
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    2 mins
  • The Art of Feeding: Ensuring Comfort and Care for Hospital Patients

    The Art of Feeding: Ensuring Comfort and Care for Hospital Patients
    Sep 22 2025
    In this episode of the "Quality of Life Quest" podcast, Anneke delves into the often-overlooked topic of assisting patients with eating in a hospital setting. Drawing from her experiences as a healthcare assistant in the acute medical unit, she highlights the challenges faced by both patients and caregivers during mealtimes. Anneke emphasizes the importance of ensuring the right food is provided to the right patient, considering dietary restrictions and food textures. She offers practical guidelines for family members who wish to help feed their loved ones, such as checking food temperatures, positioning themselves correctly based on their dominant hand, and maintaining communication with the patient. Through anecdotes, including a memorable interaction with a student nurse, Anneke illustrates the significance of making mealtime a social event, fostering connection and comfort for patients who may feel isolated. The episode serves as a heartfelt reminder of the impact that a simple act of feeding can have on a patient's quality of life, encouraging listeners to be mindful and compassionate in such situations. Key Takeaways 00:01:11 - Introduction to the topic of feeding someone else in a hospital setting. 00:06:36 - Importance of ensuring the right food for the right patient. 00:10:48 - Use a spoon for feeding to ensure safety and control. 00:13:07 - Ensure the patient is conscious and sitting upright before feeding. 00:19:29 - Feeding can provide insight into the patient's condition and needs. BEST MOMENTS "If people are hungry and if they are able to get the food chewed up and swallowed, they will let you know." "Eating is a social event. They've got their mouth full, so you're the one who needs to communicate, you know, the conversation going." "Make sure the patient is conscious. You cannot feed someone who is unconscious." "A tiny bit on a spoon, please. If people are hungry and if they are able to get the food chewed up and swallowed, they will let you know." "Fifteen minutes of your time can mean the world to a patient and it can mean an awful lot to us as well." 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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    23 mins
  • The Tedious Road to Victory: Navigating Bureaucratic Bullies

    The Tedious Road to Victory: Navigating Bureaucratic Bullies
    Sep 22 2025
    In this episode of Quality of Life Quest, Anneke passionately shares her ongoing battle against the bureaucratic challenges posed by Scottish Power, her energy supplier. With a strong disdain for bullies and injustice, she recounts her frustrating journey since moving into her home in April 2022, where her attempts to open an account have been met with resistance and delays. Anneke details her efforts to obtain her personal data through a Subject Access Request (SAR), emphasizing her preference for receiving this information on paper rather than through overwhelming digital links. Throughout the episode, she reflects on the emotional toll of her struggles, including a four-month absence from work due to the stress of dealing with multiple bureaucratic issues. Despite the relentless nature of her fight, Anneke remains hopeful for a resolution and encourages listeners who may be facing similar challenges to stand firm against corporate bullying, reminding them that they are not alone in their struggles. Key Takeaways 00:01:01: She introduces her journey against big corporations, particularly Scottish Power. 00:06:08: Anneke discusses the prolonged struggle with Scottish Power since April 2022. 00:12:52: She learns her right to request data in paper format from the ICO. 00:20:53: Anneke reflects on the impact of corporate bullying on mental health and lives. BEST MOMENTS "I hate bullies. I hate bullies. And injustice is just a big no." "For me, the clumping together is admin stuff and bureaucratic organizations and companies that are literally taking the piss." "I thought it would be resolved in no time flat, that if I would give the proper answers that, you know, it would be resolved. No normal business can operate like this." "If I can contribute just a tiny bit so that other people feel empowered to do something similar, or maybe that it changes the playing field, anything at all, that would be worth it." "You're not alone. There are thousands and thousands and thousands of people in a similar situation." 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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    27 mins
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