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Rest and Recreation

Rest and Recreation

Von: Michael Millward
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Rest and Recreation is the part of WorkWorkWork.works where we look at work life balance from a very practical perspective identifying and exploring ways in which you can improve your work life balance in a sustainable way.

The range of topics we cover will be as varied as life itself.

As well as guidance about improving your own work life balance you will practical hints and tips including

  • Reviews of the books, and interviews with the authors
  • Previews and reviews of the films, theatre or other culture events
  • Our experiences trying out new leisure activities, hobbies or learn new skills
  • Ideas of what you can do to enjoy life away from work
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  • Meet Numa– the Italian singer of self-empowerment.
    Jun 19 2026

    Numa, defined as the singer of SELF EMPOWERMENT, is a multifaceted and eclectic artist engaged in humanitarian and animal rights activities.

    Singer, songwriter, producer and artistic director, she has released several successful musical singles, (in Italian, Spanish and English) and, in combination with the message of "positive thinking", promotes her music all over the world.

    In this episode of the Abeceder work life balance podcast Rest and Recreation, Numa and host Michael Millward discuss how Numa started her career and how it has developed to include collaborations with major artists.

    Numa also discusses the inspiration for her ‘I Choose Love campaign which encourages people to think and act positively and gain self-empowerment by living authentically.

    This episode of Rest and Recreation is ideal listening for anyone who is interested in a more positive way of thinking or just needs a burst of positivity in their life.

    Discover more about Numa and Michael at Abeceder.co.uk

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    Travel – at trade prices to anywhere in the world at trade prices as a member of The Ultimate Travel Club.

    Health – The Annual Health Test from York Test is conducted by an experienced phlebotomist at your home or workplace. Hospital standard tests for 39 health markers.

    A Personal Wellness Hub provides easy-to-understand results and guidance for effective lifestyle changes anytime.

    Visit York Test and use this discount code REST25.

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    Be a Guest Visit Matchmaker.fm. Use code MILW10 for a discount on membership.

    We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

    Thank you to you for listening.

    We appreciate every like, download, and subscription.

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    30 Min.
  • A Cup of Tea on the Commode– a conversation with author Mark Steven Porro
    Jun 12 2026

    Mark Steven Porro’s Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for Mom. And How He Survived to Tell the Tale

    Mark Steven Porro is an entrepreneur, actor and writer, who gave it all up to become the full-time carer for his mother.

    What do writers do when they have a life-changing experience? They write about it!

    That is exactly what he did and created A Cup of Tea on the Commode. My Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for Mom. And How I Survived to Tell the Tale, an award-winning bestseller.

    In this at times humorous and yet also poignant episode of the Abeceder work life balance podcast Rest and Recreation, Mark and host Michael Millward discuss their individual experiences of being a carer for older relatives.

    They discuss how life changes for both carers and their relative; the change in relationship dynamic; adapting to their different perception of the world; the new skills a carer must develop; and the new experiences, and many more issues associated with being a carer.

    This episode of Rest and Recreation is ideal listening for anyone who has or is about to have a care responsibility for an older relative.

    Discover more about Mark Steven and Michael at Abeceder.co.uk

    Audience Offers

    Buy A Cup of Tea on the Commode. My Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for Mom. And How I Survived to Tell the Tale

    On Amazon

    On Bookshop.org

    Rest and Recreation is made on Zencastr, because it is so easy to use. You can as well. Visit Zencastr.

    Travel – at trade prices to anywhere in the world at trade prices as a member of The Ultimate Travel Club.

    Health – The Annual Health Test from York Test is conducted by an experienced phlebotomist at your home or workplace. Hospital standard tests for 39 health markers.

    A Personal Wellness Hub provides easy-to-understand results and guidance for effective lifestyle changes anytime.

    Visit York Test and use this discount code REST25.

    Tech Problems? – Visit Three for information about business and personal telecom solutions from Three, and the special offers available when you quote our referral code WPFNUQHU.

    Be a Guest Visit Matchmaker.fm. Use code MILW10 for a discount on membership.

    We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

    Thank you to you for listening.

    We appreciate every like, download, and subscription.

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    29 Min.
  • Exploring Jigsaws – a conversation with Bethany Ofosuhene
    Jun 5 2026

    The mental health benefits of Jigsaws.

    Bethany Ofosuhene is passionate about jigsaws. Not just as a fascinating hobby, but also as a tool for improving mental health and well-being.

    In this episode of the Abeceder work life balance podcast Rest and Recreation, Bethany describes to host Michael Millward how the ideas for her business Jigsaw and Gist developed.

    During their conversation Bethany explains

    • Some of the history of jigsaws
    • The community, events and competitions that jigsaw fans participate in
    • How and why jigsaws can help people with their mental health and general well-being
    • How jigsaws can help with organisational and personal development

    This episode of Rest and Recreation is ideal listening for

    • Anyone looking for new ways to manage their mental health and general well-being
    • Managers looking for interesting ways to develop their people.
    • Business leaders looking for ways to grow their organisations

    Discover more about Bethany and Michael at Abeceder.co.uk

    Audience Offers

    Jigsaws – Buy jigsaws from Amazon

    Rest and Recreation is made on Zencastr, because it is so easy to use. You can as well. Visit Zencastr.

    Travel – at trade prices to anywhere in the world at trade prices as a member of The Ultimate Travel Club.

    Health – The Annual Health Test from York Test is conducted by an experienced phlebotomist at your home or workplace. Hospital standard tests for 39 health markers.

    A Personal Wellness Hub provides easy-to-understand results and guidance for effective lifestyle changes anytime.

    Visit York Test and use this discount code REST25.

    Tech Problems? – Visit Three for information about business and personal telecom solutions from Three, and the special offers available when you quote our referral code WPFNUQHU.

    Be a Guest Visit Matchmaker.fm. Use code MILW10 for a discount on membership.

    We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

    Thank you to you for listening.

    We appreciate every like, download, and subscription.

    Mehr anzeigen Weniger anzeigen
    29 Min.
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