Discover Ewe Living Happy with Rach
Rachael Middleton coach at Discover Ewe living happy.
- 16
- Episodes
- 2021
- First episode
About Discover Ewe Living Happy with Rach
I'm your average 45 woman living in rural Lincolnshire, trying to beat what society says I should do. In this short podcast follow the ups and downs of my life. Making ends meet, dealing with farm life, trying to forge a path personal to me and dealing with the internal demons of my own mental health are the norm and one I want to share with others who may take some comfort in knowing they're not alone. Put the kettle on, forget the hoovering and lets have a quick sit down for 15 mins and put the world to rights!
- Publisher
- Rachael Middleton coach at Discover Ewe living happy.
- Category
- education
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- Yes
- First episode
- 16 Jun 2021
- Latest episode
- 19 Mar 2024
Latest episodes
16 episodes in the feed.
19 Mar 2024
Season 2 Ep1 To move is to improve
Hey there! I'm Rachael, your everyday Lincolnshire mum and sheep farmer's wife, and I'm super excited to welcome you to the new season of "Discover You Living Happy." Here's the thing about the show: I'm all about sharing real-life stories and the skills and techniques I use to navigate them. This episode I share my struggles with pent up frustration and how my way through by getting active and celebrating the small wins works. It's amazing how taking even the tiniest steps can really shift your mindset for the better. That's what we're going to dive into this season – the real, the raw, and the genuine challenges we all face in our day-to-day lives. So, let's keep it authentic and explore this together, shall we? Can't wait to get started! If you don't already please share this podcast with other ladies you feel will find it helpful. Also give it a follow to keep up to date with new episodes. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram for more daily posts to support and share the love. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
9 Mar 2022
Ep 15 - Routines & habits
Since Christmas I've fallen out of doing some of my habits which have brought me some peace and enjoyment in the past. Life has got in the way and I've neglected my morning routine which is impacting me. Sometimes you don't feel they are that important at the time but once you stop doing them, and bring awareness to that fact, you may realise the positive impact those habits held for you. Have you had a relaxing or self centred habit which you have been neglecting and now notice its absence from your life? Do you want to get back to doing it? Do you want to create a new habit for yourself? If you want to look into improving your life with some fresh habits or simply get back to doing something you miss, come and join my Free private Facebook group Marching on with Habits (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1074363723344587/) where you can receive help, guidance and support to create lasting habits to set you on your way to Living Happy. There's no catch. Turn up, put the effort in and see the rewards. If you've enjoyed the episode please rate, review and share to help get the podcast out to the wider community. If there's anything you'd like to ask me please don't be afraid to send me a message, contact details are as follows: Get in touch via WhatsApp | Text or Call on 07749973222 Email rachael@discoverewe.co.uk (mailto:rachael@discoverewe.co.uk) Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverEwe) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/discoverewe/?hl=en) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
2 Mar 2022
Ep 14 - Messed up head
This episode sees me realise I've hit double figures for my podcast episodes! I have a little celebration for that. Pressure of life has built up on me recently and I catch myself slipping into bad habits of letting my head run away with negative thoughts. It takes effort and the willingness to be self aware to make the changes needed to stop these 'habit's' because that's what they are. A bit like smoking or drinking negative thoughts are habits that you get into. When your mind races with negative thoughts you need to make the effort to focus on the here and now and what actions you can take currently to help the situation. Rational self questioning is great to start with, such as; "Is this current line of thought helping me?" "What is the main thing that is causing me to feel like this at the moment?" "What immediate action can I take to help me move towards a resolution?". If you need to write things down too to help cement your solutions in your mind. Boundaries play a part in our happiness too and I'll do an episode at some point on them but for now try to be aware of times when you are asked for something and you sink a little in side but still say yes to the request. That's a sign your boundary is being crossed and you need to say "No" in the future. Thanks for listening and I hope you have a lovely rest of the week. Rach x Find me here.... Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverEwe) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/discoverewe/?hl=en) email: rachael@discoverewe.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
23 Feb 2022
Ep 13 - Changes and grumpy husband.
I've just lost all that I had written 😢 Don't you just hate it when that happens. So I'll start again, this may well be shorter than it was but how are you to know or even care?! I've decided to change what I record in the podcast and Steven Bartlett (The Diary of a CEO (https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX?si=46a80f447cd44610)) gave me the idea, no I'm not original! I find chatting cathartic so I've decided to record them as a bit of a diary. Sometimes there might be useful stuff episodes, others it may well just be a dialogue of my 'life'. Who knows lets see where it takes us hey? I essentially wanted to move away from the 'prescribed help' I was trying to dish out in previous episodes, hopefully this will stop that. This episode I'm chatting about the issue of having a grumpy husband and son on school holiday. Thankfully son wasn't grumpy too else it would have been hard work! Stress of lambing time fast approaching and the harsh weather are making their mark. Communication is key, in a way, so I've tried to let hubby know I'm listening. If you like this episode please do feel free to let me know. Email rachael@discoverewe.co.uk (mailto:rachael@discoverewe.co.uk) You can find me on social media here: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverEwe) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/discoverewe/?hl=en) I have changed things to being 'E' for explicit so if I happen to let an 'f bomb' or similar slip I don't have to worry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
25 Jan 2022
Ep 12 Hard Work!
How ironic that I chose the title of this episode to be 'Hard Work' and then proceeded to chat about the forthcoming lambing season where we have 35 ewes expecting multiple lambs of 3 or more! But I wasn't meaning the physical hard work of lambing when I decided to title the episode Hard Work. My reference was more to do with the mental hard graft it takes to maintain a positive head when you are working towards something and it's taking it's time coming to fruition. It's so easy to yearn for the quick fix and granted the quick fix will probably produce results but will they stick?? I gave a presentation on my Facebook page recently about habits and made the point of saying that there are no quick fixes. But I hadn't been taking my own advice! Especially when it comes to my horse, I want 'it' now, and although I've made progress with her it's been over a prolonged period so it seemed minimal. So when it comes to doing anything that means something to you prepare for the hard work that it will probably take. Not necessarily the physical effort but the mental effort to stick with it and keep going when it seems to be going too slow for your liking! Follow or contact me the following ways: Email: rachael@discoverewe.co.uk Social media Facebook & Instagram @discoverewe --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
11 Jan 2022
Ep 11 - Ways to control an overactive mind.
In a post on Facebook (https://fb.watch/atk2ni5wD9/) on Christmas Eve I spoke about taking a break and relaxing over the festive period. I was ultimately referring to our busy minds and how they can prevent us from chilling. It is easier said than done but with practice you can teach yourself to focus on the current moment in time and stop the run away mind. In this episode I chat about our unexpected start to the 2022 lambing season and how to start practising the highly publicised art of 'mindfulness'. Call it what you like 'being present' 'mindfulness' 'focus' or even 'not giving a monkeys'! It's a learned habit that you can develop with time and effort. Bringing awareness to the fact you have control over what goes through your mind, or doesn't for that matter, is a game changer. I referenced an Instagram account but actually got the handle wrong. It's not 'Born and bread' as I suggested, it is in fact BetterBreadBeef (https://www.instagram.com/betterbreadbeef/?hl=en) I was commenting on the struggles they were having this calving season and how they pick themselves up and keep going by looking at what they can do differently and seeking answers. I believe they must also deal very directly with what they can and cannot control. As part of the process of stopping a busy mind looking at things rationally and how you can improve from your current situation is brilliant. The vivid film reel of what if's and maybes which may run through your head is not helpful, as we know, so put the breaks on it by using your senses, (that provide information to your mind every day) taste, touch, sight, sound and smell, to bring you back from the 'cinema'! When your mind is running away ask yourself what you can feel, taste, feel see and smell. Really take note of the information coming in. When the film changes to things that you cannot control ask yourself what you can or can't do. It's an ongoing skill to develop but the more you practice the better you will become. Hope you enjoy the chat. If you want to contact me feel free to drop me an email rachael@discoverewe.co.uk I'm also on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverEwe) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/discoverewe/?hl=en) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
14 Dec 2021
Ep 10- Feeling bleurgh! Why it's ok and ideas on how to change the feeling.
Like the weather many of us are feeling a bit gloomy. What the cause is may well be different for us all, but the the mood is probably very similar. Society sees being down as a negative thing but sometimes we need to just let it sit and give ourselves time. In this episode I chat about being bleurgh and the ways I use to help shift it. We do control our mindset but it takes effort to learn how to master it. Take the time to learn what floats your boat and with who. Be open to opportunities and say yes. Like me going ahead with my coaching call and having the energy and positive nature of Amanda lift me up. It will pass but we can be proactive in helping making pass quicker. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
23 Nov 2021
Ep 9 - Making changes
Discover Ewe living happy the podcast for women in farming who are fed up of being just the 'wife', partner, mum, cook, housekeeper, supporter... You get the idea? Come and join me for a quick podcast (always under 30 mins) and take a break. This episode comes after a long break. I hadn't disappeared see! Life just got in the way and I lost a bit of confidence and motivation to do my podcast but I'm back. There's a bit of wind noise in this episode (weather wind not bodily!) so I do apologise for that. And I'm not as fit as I should be as I huff and puff round the field walking the dogs to record this. Less biscuits and more walking needed I think! This episode I chat about change. Mostly explaining the change to the business name but also briefly talking about how change can be a good thing. Next podcast will probably be about change too as I don't explain it much in this episode! All reviews and shares are very much appreciated to get the podcast out to more farming women, so please don't hold back. I'm on social media under @DiscoverEwe and you can email me on rachael@discoverewe.co.uk if you'd like to get in touch. It would be great to hear from you. It's listed as explicit because I use the slang word for poo! Usually I do keep a clean mouth, more to enable you to listen whenever you want without the fear of little ones learning new words! What was your favourite part of today?? Let me know. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
28 Sept 2021
Ep 8 - Why I'd want a job part 2!
This episode expands on the topic I discussed in episode 7 about the benefits of having a little side job of your own. I talk about needing to have some control and responsibility of your own to feel valid and successful. Be that as part of the farm or off farm. Having autonomy is very important in any relationship, be it personal or professional, so don't let it slip for you. Get in touch via WhatsApp | Text or Call on 07749973222 Email rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com (mailto:rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com) Visit the website (https://thecountrylifecoach.com/) Or book a free one hour discovery call here (https://10to8.com/book/ikwiugfuoybxjfzicp/1426196) If you want to reach me on social media you can find me on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/CountrylifeCoach) Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/countrylifecoach/?hl=en) Join the Facebook Countrylife Community here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/341650693646485/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
10 Sept 2021
Ep 7 - Why would I want a job!?
In this episode find out how things went with the weasel kit Samuel found from the last episode. I also chat about the benefits of having a little part time job, even when there's plenty of work to do at home! Join the Countrylife Community on Facebook here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/341650693646485/) Get in touch via WhatsApp | Text or Call on 07749973222 Email rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com Book an appointment with me here (https://thecountrylifecoach.10to8.com) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
6 Sept 2021
Ep 6 - I'm back!
In this episode I am chatting about dealing with the holidays. I share my experiences on what's gone wrong for me basically and thoughts on how I'm going to make improvements! Listen out to discover what my son finds while out fencing with Dad. And hear Pikey introducing himself, as do the cockerels! I'd love to hear your go to tricks for getting through holidays smoothly, please do share. If you search Facebook for the 'Countrylife Community (https://www.facebook.com/groups/341650693646485)' I've created a 'bespoke' community for farming and country ladies to come together. Just follow the link in the description and come join in. Find me on Facebook and Instagram @CountrylifeCoach email me at rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com find the website on The Countrylife Coach (https://thecountrylifecoach.com/)and message/WhatsApp or call me 07749973222 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
20 Jul 2021
Ep 5 - All work and no play...
A tweet from @martharoberts (https://twitter.com/martharoberts) got me thinking about what 'down' time we have in the farming world. So many people work long hours and as partners/wives we tends to follow in the footsteps to keep the ball rolling. But what good does that actually do us? At college I socialised a lot and hubby Stephen was a Young Farmer, in his youth, as I know many others have been, but once you pass 'that age' what do you do for 'playtime'? In her book 'The Gifts of Imperfection - Let go of who you think you're supposed to be and embrace who you are. Your guide to a wholehearted life.' Brené Brown (https://brenebrown.com/) has a chapter on 'Cultivating Play and Rest' and cites Dr Stuart Brown, founder of the National Institute of Play, saying "The opposite of play is not work - the opposite of play is depression." That's a big statement but I believe there's truth in it. How many women in farming towing the line are truly happy with life? And of those that are truly happy, how many make the time to go off site and get some 'playtime'? If you're not happy do you get any down time? I'll hazard a guess that you don't, I didn't until this last year. So although it's tough to not feel guilty when you shut yourself off from 'work and family' I'd say it's a VERY important part of life. I doubt the 'other half' will join you straight away, but there is the probability of a ripple effect happening and it washing over those close to you. What hobby or pastime do you love but haven't done for a long time - maybe from before you got with your partner and turned 'farmher'. Mine's horse riding. I struggled with feeling guilty and all that baggage if I asked Stephen to have our son. Then it was trying to get the energy up or find the time. I've recently changed things and now ride on a regular basis and it's doing the family the world of good. The old saying 'You only have one life live it' is a bit clichéd but in actual fact are you truly living it if you do nothing but work? Take care till next time lovies. Rach p.s. What was your favourite hobby as a child? Contact Rachael via email rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com | WhatsApp/Signal +447749973222 | Website (https://www.thecountrylifecoach.com) On Social Media @CountrylifeCoach (https://www.facebook.com/CountrylifeCoach) on Facebook - @CountrylifeRach (https://twitter.com/CountrylifeRach) on Twitter - @CountrylifeCoach (https://www.instagram.com/countrylifecoach/?hl=en) on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
7 Jul 2021
Ep 4 Are you celebrating?
Life takes over much of the time and you chug along with it on autopilot, not necessarily feeling anything in particular. In a sense you lose the ability to feel emotions unless really pushed. Then they're often not emotions you really want to recall. But what about happy emotions, those feel good times you have, the times of elation and success. Those times too, seem to roll into one and you never really know whether you've had a good weekend or not, when friends enquire! Does this sound familiar? Why is it that you've forgotten to celebrate the times worthy of a little booty shake or a fist pump? It's something you might have to learn all over again, how to celebrate and feel successful, but I can guarantee it's well worth the effort. It doesn't have to be for anything huge either. After a tough day running in circles and picking up after the kids there's celebration to be had in the fact you've got them where they needed to be, fed them, done a wash and walked the dog. Stand and bask in the glory of accomplishing the tasks of the day. Look for the positive in anything that you start to think of negatively. Start a journal, voice record or video diary of how you've got on; especially for those days when you've stepped right out your comfort zone. Be positive and record the achievements, however tiny. Or even while you are sitting in bed last off, think about the fun and smiles you felt that day and what you did? The book I refer to in this episode (and the previous one I believe) is Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg PhD. Available from all good bookstores. Well worth a read and there's loads of free stuff you can access on the Tiny Habits website (https://tinyhabits.com/) I can be reached via The Countrylife Coach (https://thecountrylifecoach.com) website, on messenger services WhatsApp or Signal via this number 07749 973222 or email rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com Thanks for reading and listening, Catch you next episode, Rach P.S. What did you do for yourself that made you feel good today? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
5 Jul 2021
Ep 3 - Figuring out fear
Well what a surprise that the very thing I chose to speak about in this episode decided to pop it's head up and shout "boo" at me!! Hence the delay in publishing the episode. Fear, to me, comes in many shapes and sizes. I believe sometimes we don't even realise the 'thing' stopping us doing stuff in our lives is in fact fear and other times we're certain it is. But either way what is fear, how do we recognise it and then what can we do about it? This episode is a quick look at those questions to delve into the matter a little and give you some food for thought. I believe that once we've drilled down to the source of the problem you can build a plan of action to conquer it. I've also produced a simple worksheet to help you map this out. Drop me a line on email at rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com or message me on 07749973222 or use the contact form on the website (https//:www.thecountrylifecoach.com) to request your own copy to help work through your fear. Don't hesitate to get in touch with your own questions, via the above methods, if you have any. Take care for now, Rachael P.S. Did your body tell you something today and if so did you listen? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
23 Jun 2021
Ep 2 Meet your mind
Weekly podcast released on Wednesdays. No more than 30 mins in length. Chatting about my life and experiences as a farm wife and mum and how I attempt to keep a positive mindset. In this episode I chat about how our minds work and why it is possible to alter/retrain them. I refer to the book 'Secrets of the Millionaire Mind. Think Rich to Get Rich.' by T. Harv Eker. It's a great read if you're interested in mindset and how we perceive things so well worth searching out a copy, several to be had in second hand stores. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact me. Email is rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com You can WhatsApp or Signal message me and of course all the info about my services can be found on the website (https://www.thecountrylifecoach.com) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
16 Jun 2021
Ep 1 - Intro Episode
In this short episode of the Countrylife Coach podcast I introduce myself and give you a little bit of background to who I am. I also give you an idea of what the podcast is about. Show transcripts can be found on the website www.thecountrylifecoach.com (https://www.thecountrylifecoach.com) Contact me via email rachael@thecountrylifecoach.com Message me via Signal (safer than WhatsApp!) on 07749 973222 Or you can find me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CountrylifeCoach) Twitter (https://twitter.com/CountrylifeRach) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/discoverewe/message
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