<p>In this episode timed with World Values Day, we hear from Mina, who shares her profound connection with climbing as a source of freedom. Recorded for our Freedom Exhibition in Manchester, Mina discusses how climbing trees during her childhood served as an escape from restrictive thoughts, offering a sense of freedom that cost nothing but effort. She reflects on how this provided not only a physical release, but also shaped her understanding of freedom beyond societal labels.</p><br><p>Mina explains how her experiences of freedom in nature have helped her navigate life's challenges, with climbing offering new perspectives and resilience.</p><br><p>Listen to this beautiful episode as Mina shares her unique insights on freedom and resilience.</p><br><p>This episode was hosted by Colette Burroughs-Rose and Caroline Dyer. </p><br><p>Production was expertly handled by Big Tent Media <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bigtent.media/</a> </p><br><p>Artwork was lovingly crafted by Ben Vulliamy. </p><br><p>Heard Storytelling is a spoken stories company that creates positive change. Further info on our work can be found at <a href="https://www.heardstorytelling.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.heardstorytelling.com/</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/heardstorytelling/</a> </p><br><p>Special thanks to our storyteller Mina and to Kampus MCR <a href="https://www.kampus-mcr.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.kampus-mcr.co.uk/</a> who commissioned the exhibition. </p><br><p>If this story has moved you, please reach out. Follow this link<a href="https://shorturl.at/ITY02" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://shorturl.at/ITY02</a> to our Google Form to send a message to Mina or to share your personal story with us. Your words could offer support, inspire change, or even be featured in a future episode. Join the conversation and be part of our storytelling community.</p><br><p>Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the Heard Storytelling team.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
