What if the stories you've been telling yourself for years... simply aren't true?

In this deeply moving and thought-provoking episode of the Different Hats Podcast, I sit down with RTT Hypnotherapist, Coach and Suicide Prevention Advocate Hema Patel for one of the most important conversations we've had on the show. 

Together, we explore childhood trauma, emotional literacy, self-worth, people-pleasing, perfectionism, visibility, purpose, and the powerful role our subconscious mind plays in shaping our lives. We also dive into the heartbreaking reality of suicide, the systemic issues contributing to the mental health crisis, and why Hema believes suicide prevention is everyone's business. 

Hema shares her own deeply personal story of experiencing suicidal thoughts, losing her cousin to suicide, growing up with racism and feelings of abandonment, and how those experiences ultimately shaped her life's mission.

This is a conversation about healing.

About hope.

About finding possibility when life feels impossible.

And about creating a world where people feel safe to be seen, heard, and understood.

If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, felt stuck in old patterns, questioned your worth, or wondered if things can truly change, this episode is for you.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 – Powerful Suicide Prevention Messages

02:22 – Introduction & Meet Hema Patel

06:02 – You Alright Mate? Check-In

08:45 – Purpose Bigger Than Fear

12:12 – People Pleasing, Worthiness & Self-Worth

16:51 – Understanding Trauma & Childhood Wounds

22:18 – Emotional Literacy & Why It Matters

30:37 – Teaching Suicide Prevention In Schools

36:30 – How Hema Defines Success

40:22 – Why We Believe Thoughts That Aren't True

45:05 – Education, Purpose & The Future

55:44 – Measuring Kindness Instead of Performance

01:07:16 – Losing Her Cousin To Suicide

01:14:00 – The ABC of Suicide Prevention

01:20:13 – Hope, Possibility & Reaching Out

01:33:06 – Antidepressants, Mental Health & Awareness

01:40:27 – Community, Connection & Finding Joy

01:47:06 – Racism, Abandonment & Healing Childhood Wounds

02:03:12 – Masculinity, Emotional Safety & Modern Manhood

02:06:54 – Finding Your Voice & Sharing Your Message

02:18:12 – What Hema Hopes You Take Away

02:20:40 – Presence, Trust & Living In The Moment

02:31:25 – A World Where Everyone Feels Seen

02:32:08 – Storytelling Cards & Vulnerability

02:35:49 – Hema's Mission To Reduce Suicide

🎧 LISTEN TO MORE DIFFERENT HATS EPISODES:

👉 Different Hats Podcast

🔗 Connect with Hema Patel

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hema-p-71ba9819/

Useful Links: https://linktr.ee/ResetandRediscover

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resetandrediscover/

💡 If this episode resonated with you, please like, share, and comment below. Your support helps us spread this important message and change the narrative around success and mental health.

⚠️ Support note (please read)

This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation, domestic abuse, addiction, and mental health crises.

If you’re in the UK & Ireland and you need someone right now:

• Samaritans (24/7): 116 123
• Text SHOUT to 85258 (UK, 24/7):
• If you or someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
• NHS guidance on urgent mental health help: CLICK HERE

SPONSORED BY:

Rivervale – https://www.rivervale.co.uk

Brown Bear Studios – https://www.brownbearstudio.co.uk

Carpenter Box – https://www.carpenterbox.com

🎬 PRODUCED BY:

H2 Productions – https://h2productions.co.uk/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.