I’m a best-selling author and TEDx speaker on a mission to share the many ways in which we can help ourselves live happier and more resilient lives

My Story

 

In 2012, a sudden, rare illness left me blind and paralysed, igniting a profound curiosity. This experience prompted a decade-long journey into mind-body research, transitioning from an award-winning television producer to collaborating with meditation experts and neuroscientists at Cambridge University. My investigations yielded multiple meditation studies, a TEDx talk, two books, and the creation of a science-art exhibition. This led to the development of a novel approach to measuring human experiences, offering scientists a more nuanced and accurate framework.

In 2021, recognising nature's positive influence on my recovery, I established ParkBathe — a citizen science green health project. 

 

Road map to meditation

Meditation is not one-size-fits-all and styles can vary enormously. From mindfulness to hypnosis to psychedelics, my consciousness road trip, covering 12 different mind-training techniques, provides a tried-and-tested roadmap of which practice might be right for you.

Second Sight

Imagine waking up one morning to find yourself blind and paralysed. In 2012 a catastrophic illness wiped out two of my senses, leaving me reeling. As my sight and mobility slowly returned I set out on a journey of exploration to understand the science behind my extraordinary visual rebirth.

ParkBathe Project

A citizen science green health movement led by the community for the community providing one-hour forest bathing strolls in urban parks in SE London and Lanarkshire. ParkBathe helps local people reduce stress, improve mental and physical health and mitigate social isolation and loneliness. To find out more or book a free walk click below. 

Speaking

I’ve delivered keynote speeches in both the U.S. and the U.K. including a TEDx talk and have participated as a guest speaker, expert patient and panelist at numerous events. My engaging delivery enables me to address a wide audience, from adults to teenagers and children. 

My expertise spans topics such as resilience, well-being, nature connection and disability. 

Videos

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Podcast

Finding Your Right Mind is a podcast for the curious, the sceptic and the optimist. I dig into the science of wellbeing and ask some challenging questions. Through expert interviews and discussions I take a bespoke approach to health and offer you different ways to help yourself live a calmer, more connected and meaningful life.

Don’t forget to check out series 3 which is jam-packed with information about forest medicine and features ParkBathe – the National Lottery funded, forest bathing citizen science study.

News & Events

Women's Meditation Group

Meditating alone can be challenging. If you’re a beginner, or you struggle to meditate or you’d just like to meditate with others, join my women-only group on Fridays in Crystal Palace park. Explore a variety of tried-and-tested techniques to improve your health and wellbeing.

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Tracing Time: A wellness revolution

Find out what I learnt about myself – and what science learnt about me. Read the revolutionary new study from Cambridge neuroscientists that is paving the way for bespoke healthcare.

ParkBathe

 ParkBathe is a citizen science green health movement led by the community for the community providing one-hour forest bathing strolls in urban parks in SE London and Lanarkshire. ParkBathe helps local people reduce stress, improve mental and physical health and mitigate social isolation and loneliness. To find out more or book a free walk click below. 

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