Hi All! It's been a while. 

This is a between-topical-episodes-episode. Just a general catch up on where I am at/the state of affairs, but also some discussions around how I will be pivoting the ISC podcast to be a bit more broad content-wise, incorporating a larger range of topics. I also discuss perfectionism as it presents through procrastination, not a means commonly thought of in our culture but one that is pervasive with mental illness.

Thank you. <3

SUPPORT OPTIONS:

If you're feeling like you need some support, please be sure to check in with those around you - remember, social support is the biggest predictor of mental and physical health!

AUSTRALIA:

* If you're feeling like you need some extra mental health assistance, please don't hesitate to contact your GP to discuss a Mental Health Care Plan, which will allow you to access 6-10 rebated sessions with a psychologist. 

* to approach your GP with an appropriate psychologist prior (gender, telehealth, treating issues, client demographics etc), check out the APS Find a Psychologist service:

https://psychology.org.au/find-a-psychologist

* same for psychiatrists in Australia:

https://www.yourhealthinmind.org/find-a-psychiatrist

LOCATION-AGNOSTIC:

* some handy apps for self-care: 

My Possible Self

Stop, Breathe and Think

Smiling Mind

* a handy resource for evidence-based self-help cognitive behavioural therapy for depression, anxiety, bipolar, self-esteem, procrastination, social skills, relationships etc (ignoring the lame ClipArt) for yourself and others:

https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself

Good day and good mental health to you. <3

Cover Art Credit: Matt Schofield. IG: @mattscofieldart

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Link to Episode on ISC Blog: https://www.innerstrengthcheckpodcast.com/blog/podcast-ep-neurological