Fighting loneliness with soup

Do you ever feel it is too hot to sleep? With climate change gradually increasing world temperatures, people across the world are becoming increasingly affected by hot weather. In many locations, air conditioning is used to help cool down homes and workplaces, but not everyone ha ... Show More

Have you ever had the feeling of lying awake at night, unable to get to sleep? Many of us know what it is like to struggle with sleep, especially if we have drunk too much tea or coffee before bed! But did you know that your sleep quality can be affected by other parts of your di ... Show More

Many of us own jewellery or other items that are gold coloured, but do you own anything that is made from real gold? Gold is a precious metal, which means that there is a limited supply in the world. This not only makes it expensive, but also means that it holds a relatively stab ... Show More

Dutch friends Evelien and Roel are part of a group sharing their social networks and local knowledge with Laila, a Syrian refugee, and her family. They’re taking part in a pilot project in the Netherlands called Samen Hier, which matches locals and newcomers. The idea is to help ... Show More

How I eneded up in A&E after eating a peanut and a really honest chat about feeling lonely in London. We are having a bit of a heart-to-heart in this episode <3 IG @bloomwithbecca ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/bloomwithbecca?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Loneliness. Anna and Polly talk loneliness in a relationship, loneliness in motherhood and how to combat that with active listening over solutions-focused chatting. In this episode the duo turn up un-showered and PJ-ed ready to sit in the hole with each and every one of you. 

the girls talk about not having any friends, as well as other types of loneliness, and how to use it constructively 

Women in Uganda are learning how to treat their neighbours for depression. That’s because there aren’t enough resources for professional care, especially for people from poor backgrounds. An organisation called StrongMinds sets up group therapy sessions across the country, and wh ... Show More

Liz Waid and Colin Lowther look at a project in Argentina. It aims to be a safe place where young people can get answers about important but difficult questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spotlight-english--4065149/support.Check out more ... Show More

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at a woman who is working to bring hope and healing to other women in the Democratic Republic of Congo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spotlight-english--4065149/support.Check out more Spotlight English co ... Show More

This week on Time Alone, we discuss the theme of loneliness, and some of the challenges in finding a sense of community.Resources mentioned in the show, as well as how to connect with Siobhan can be found below.CONNECT WITH SIOBHAN:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@siobhan.laurenIn ... Show More

Does your country discuss about climate change and the problems it may be causing? Is your country doing anything to think of solutions? Colin Lowther and Megan Nollet talk about how The Netherlands is working together to make a difference.https://spotlightenglish.com/science-and ... Show More