Adapting to Circumstances: Resilience, Change and the Choice to Thrive

Adapting to Circumstances: Resilience, Change and the Choice to Thrive

June 18, 2026 · 31 min · Season 1 · Episode 208

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This episode explores resilience and adaptability through powerful stories of individuals facing life's challenges.

Life rarely goes exactly to plan. Whether it's illness, disability, loss, financial pressure, relationship breakdowns, career changes or unexpected setbacks, every one of us will face moments that require us to adapt. In this special Tales to Inspire themed episode, we revisit powerful conversations with Steve Hill, Kate Appleby and Amit Ghose to explore what it means to navigate life's challenges with resilience, courage and hope. Steve Hill shares why adaptability and mindset are essential when facing uncertainty, both in education and in life. Kate Appleby reflects on her philosophy of thriving versus surviving, offering practical tools to help us keep moving forwards even on our most difficult days. Amit Ghose provides a deeply personal insight into growing up with a visible disability and the resilience required to navigate judgment, misunderstanding and societal expectations. Together, these stories explore: • Adapting to change and uncertainty • Building resilience through adversity • Thriving versus surviving • Mental wellbeing and personal growth • Disability awareness and inclusion • Identity, confidence and self-belief • Community, belonging and support • Finding…

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Host: Krish Patel

Guests: Steve Hill, Kate Appleby, Amit Ghose

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