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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

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

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• Book a quick call with Dave
• Send Dave an email dave@simplicityinmind.co.uk

Thanks for listening.

Take care

Dave

Artwork - Neil Silvester silvie2595@icloud.com
Music sample - Nonsense by Oak Studios

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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

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:

• Subscribe to Dave's newsletter
• Book a quick call with Dave
• Send Dave an email dave@simplicityinmind.co.uk

Thanks for listening.

Take care

Dave

Artwork - Neil Silvester silvie2595@icloud.com
Music sample - Nonsense by Oak Studios