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Beth and Noel’s Mental Health Journey – Part 2: The Caregiver’s Perspective
*** Trigger Warning: ***
This episode contains discussions of suicidal ideation, overdose, caregiver burnout, and mental health crisis response. Listener discretion is advised. If these topics are distressing, please consider skipping this episode or listening with someone you trust.
This is Part 2 of our conversation with Beth and Noel, continuing one of the most personal and powerful stories ever shared on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads. In this episode, we focus on Noel’s experience as a caregiver, from crisis preparation to emotional exhaustion, and everything in between.
Our podcast is proud to be a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Best Mental Health Podcast. With over 2 million downloads, we’re deeply committed to keeping mental health real, raw, and accessible.
We’ve been nominated again for the 2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards — in both the Adam Curry Legacy and Health categories.
🗳️ Vote for us by July 31, 2025, at:
https://www.podcastawards.com
💬 Share your thoughts or leave us a voice message at:
https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a
Mental Health Quote of the Episode:
"If people love you, they’re going to accept it and do anything for you. That’s what I do for Beth." – Noel
Episode Description:
Noel opens up about the unimaginable weight of caregiving for someone facing constant mental health crises. From making the house “suicide-proof” to navigating his depression and recent ADHD diagnosis, Noel shares the emotional reality behind supporting Beth.
This episode offers a rare and compassionate glimpse into the perspective of a caregiver — the confusion, the calm under pressure, the isolation, and the love that holds it all together.
SEO Keywords: caregiver mental health, suicide prevention, partner support, ADHD and caregiving, crisis management, mental health relationships, trauma response, men and mental health, emotional regulation, support systems
Meet Our Guests:
Beth is a microbiologist and survivor who has overcome severe mental health challenges with the help of DBT, supportive care, and her determination. Her honesty and insight make this a truly moving story.
Noel is a musician and podcast editor (and the one who makes us sound good!). He has spent more than two decades by Beth’s side — a caregiver, partner, and advocate — often quietly holding things together when everything else fell apart.
Key Takeaways:
Actionable Items:
Chapters / Timestamps:
From partner to protector — how Noel managed the crisis side of Beth’s illness.
Practical ways Noel tried to keep Beth safe.
When the ambulance had to stop for critical care, the dog that saved a life.
Noel’s experience with depression and his ADHD diagnosis.
Why emotional support sometimes means going it alone — and still showing up.
From gardening to music to dog grooming — finding peace in the chaos.
References:
Mental Health Resources
Australia
24-hour crisis counselling and suicide prevention.
Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14, or chat online.
24/7 phone and online support.
Call 1300 659 467.
Mental health support for depression and anxiety.
Call 1300 22 4636, 24/7, or chat online.
Free online and phone services for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Call 1800 61 44 34.
Connects you to local mental health services.
Call 1800 595 212.
24/7 mental health support for men.
Call 1300 78 99 78.
Eating disorder support 7 days/week, 8 am–midnight AEST.
Call 1800 33 4673.
United Kingdom
Free 24/7 emotional support.
Call 116 123 or email [email protected].
Free, confidential text support 24/7.
Text SHOUT to 85258.
Mental health info and support.
Call 0300 123 3393 or email [email protected].
Support for anyone struggling or in crisis.
Call 0800 58 58 58 or use web chat (5 pm–midnight, daily).
Eating disorder help across the UK.
Call 0808 801 0433
Subscribe, Rate, and Review!
Subscribe for more raw and real stories around mental health.
Rate and review us wherever you listen, or visit:
https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews
#MentalHealthPodcast #CaregiverSupport #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #MenAndMentalHealth #ADHDAwareness #PodcastRecommendations #DBTtherapy #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Neurodivergent #PeopleChoiceAwards #Grex #DirtySkittles #MentalHealthJourney #SupportSystem #MindfulnessTools #Podmatch #RadicalAcceptance #BehindClosedDoors
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If You Need Support, Reach Out
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.
- United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
- Worldwide: Find a Helpline
- Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub
Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
- Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
- Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
- LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
- Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop
Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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*** Trigger Warning: ***
This episode contains discussions of suicidal ideation, overdose, caregiver burnout, and mental health crisis response. Listener discretion is advised. If these topics are distressing, please consider skipping this episode or listening with someone you trust.
This is Part 2 of our conversation with Beth and Noel, continuing one of the most personal and powerful stories ever shared on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads. In this episode, we focus on Noel’s experience as a caregiver, from crisis preparation to emotional exhaustion, and everything in between.
Our podcast is proud to be a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health and the 2024 Women in Podcasting Best Mental Health Podcast. With over 2 million downloads, we’re deeply committed to keeping mental health real, raw, and accessible.
We’ve been nominated again for the 2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards — in both the Adam Curry Legacy and Health categories.
🗳️ Vote for us by July 31, 2025, at:
https://www.podcastawards.com
💬 Share your thoughts or leave us a voice message at:
https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a
Mental Health Quote of the Episode:
"If people love you, they’re going to accept it and do anything for you. That’s what I do for Beth." – Noel
Episode Description:
Noel opens up about the unimaginable weight of caregiving for someone facing constant mental health crises. From making the house “suicide-proof” to navigating his depression and recent ADHD diagnosis, Noel shares the emotional reality behind supporting Beth.
This episode offers a rare and compassionate glimpse into the perspective of a caregiver — the confusion, the calm under pressure, the isolation, and the love that holds it all together.
SEO Keywords: caregiver mental health, suicide prevention, partner support, ADHD and caregiving, crisis management, mental health relationships, trauma response, men and mental health, emotional regulation, support systems
Meet Our Guests:
Beth is a microbiologist and survivor who has overcome severe mental health challenges with the help of DBT, supportive care, and her determination. Her honesty and insight make this a truly moving story.
Noel is a musician and podcast editor (and the one who makes us sound good!). He has spent more than two decades by Beth’s side — a caregiver, partner, and advocate — often quietly holding things together when everything else fell apart.
Key Takeaways:
Actionable Items:
Chapters / Timestamps:
From partner to protector — how Noel managed the crisis side of Beth’s illness.
Practical ways Noel tried to keep Beth safe.
When the ambulance had to stop for critical care, the dog that saved a life.
Noel’s experience with depression and his ADHD diagnosis.
Why emotional support sometimes means going it alone — and still showing up.
From gardening to music to dog grooming — finding peace in the chaos.
References:
Mental Health Resources
Australia
24-hour crisis counselling and suicide prevention.
Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14, or chat online.
24/7 phone and online support.
Call 1300 659 467.
Mental health support for depression and anxiety.
Call 1300 22 4636, 24/7, or chat online.
Free online and phone services for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Call 1800 61 44 34.
Connects you to local mental health services.
Call 1800 595 212.
24/7 mental health support for men.
Call 1300 78 99 78.
Eating disorder support 7 days/week, 8 am–midnight AEST.
Call 1800 33 4673.
United Kingdom
Free 24/7 emotional support.
Call 116 123 or email [email protected].
Free, confidential text support 24/7.
Text SHOUT to 85258.
Mental health info and support.
Call 0300 123 3393 or email [email protected].
Support for anyone struggling or in crisis.
Call 0800 58 58 58 or use web chat (5 pm–midnight, daily).
Eating disorder help across the UK.
Call 0808 801 0433
Subscribe, Rate, and Review!
Subscribe for more raw and real stories around mental health.
Rate and review us wherever you listen, or visit:
https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews
#MentalHealthPodcast #CaregiverSupport #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #MenAndMentalHealth #ADHDAwareness #PodcastRecommendations #DBTtherapy #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Neurodivergent #PeopleChoiceAwards #Grex #DirtySkittles #MentalHealthJourney #SupportSystem #MindfulnessTools #Podmatch #RadicalAcceptance #BehindClosedDoors
***************************************************************************
If You Need Support, Reach Out
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.
- United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
- Worldwide: Find a Helpline
- Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub
Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
- Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
- Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
- LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
- Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop
Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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