Green Sunrise Podcast

🎙️ Green Sunrise Podcast | Studio 73 with Boab

Welcome to Studio 73… otherwise known as Boab’s living room.

What began as a joke about the number on the front door soon became one of the most honest and heartfelt conversations we’ve ever recorded.

In this deeply personal episode, Boab joins Paul C. Quinn to reflect on why the Green Sunrise Podcast was created, where life has taken him since our very first episode, and, most importantly, how hope can still be found even after your darkest moments.

Boab speaks openly about a life that was once consumed by suicidal thoughts, moving from place to place with little more than cardboard boxes, multiple hospital admissions, and three suicide attempts before finally receiving a diagnosis of Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) at the age of 48. Rather than seeing the diagnosis as the end, Boab describes it as the beginning of finally understanding himself.

We explore the difference between simply treating symptoms and discovering the root causes of our struggles, the importance of finding the right consultant, the right medication, and the right people to walk alongside you. Boab also shares why hearing real stories from people living with EUPD became just as important as anything he read in a clinical setting.

At the heart of this episode is the incredible work of Men Matter Scotland, a charity that didn’t just support Boab—it introduced him to lifelong friendships, purpose, and a community that continues to save lives every single day. We also discuss the Crisis Team, peer support, and why sometimes the bravest thing anyone can do is simply pick up the phone.

Along the way, there are plenty of lighter moments too—from Kevin the Skeleton making another appearance, to our favourite conversations over lunch at Haylynn Canteen, stories from the allotment, dreams of taking the podcast on the road, and why the simple art of conversation can often be the greatest therapy of all.

Boab shares one analogy that perfectly explains what living with EUPD can feel like:

“Imagine fifty thoroughbred horses outside your window. Now imagine someone hands you every single rein and asks you to hold them back.”

That is the pressure Boab describes living with every day—and yet today he is in the longest period of his adult life without returning to hospital.

This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered…

“How can I tell someone what’s wrong when I don’t even know what’s wrong myself?”

Boab’s answer is beautifully simple:

Start by talking.

You don’t need all the answers before you reach out.

Whether you’re living with EUPD, Borderline Personality Disorder, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, or you’re simply struggling with life’s pressures, we hope this conversation reminds you that there are people who genuinely want to listen.

Please reach out to trusted family or friends, your GP, mental health professionals, or organisations such as Men Matter Scotland, Andy’s Man Club, and other peer-support services available in your community.

Please don’t live in silence.

Your story isn’t over.

💚 Remember… You Are Green Sunrise. Decide on Life. 🌅

🌅 Green Sunrise Podcast – Mini Series | Episode 10: One Conversation Can Change EverythingHosted by Ian Dyball (Baa Ram Ewe Podcast)

What if the conversation you’ve been putting off is the one that could change everything?

In this special guest-hosted episode, Ian Dyball explores the incredible power of simply being there for someone. You don’t need the perfect words, all the answers, or a solution to every problem. Sometimes, the greatest gift you can offer is your time, your attention, and a willingness to truly listen.

Whether it’s a phone call, a coffee, or a simple “How are you… really?”, one genuine conversation has the potential to bring hope where it’s needed most.

If this episode encourages you to reach out to someone today, then together we’ve already made a difference.

If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share it with someone who might need to hear it, and join us as we continue 100 conversations that put mental health, hope and human connection at the heart of everything we do.

Remember… you are Green Sunrise. Decide on life. 💚🌅

Progress, Not Perfection.

Too many people delay living because they’re waiting to become perfect. In this episode, Paul explores why lasting change comes from small, consistent steps—not impossible standards. Recovery isn’t about never falling; it’s about choosing to get back up. Every sunrise begins with just a little light.

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🌅 Green Sunrise Podcast – Mini Series | Episode 11: You Don’t Have to Wear the Mask

How many times have you smiled on the outside while struggling on the inside?

In this powerful episode, Boab explores the masks we wear to hide our pain, why we convince ourselves that saying “I’m fine” is easier than telling the truth, and how one honest conversation can change everything.

Being vulnerable isn’t a weakness—it’s one of the bravest things you’ll ever do. This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to carry life’s weight alone.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, share and leave a review. You never know who might need to hear these words today.

Remember… you are Green Sunrise. Decide on life. 💚🌅

#GreenSunrisePodcast #MentalHealth #ItsOkayNotToBeOkay #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #ChooseLife #Hope #MensMentalHealth #Podcast #GreenSunrise

Episode 8 – Comparison Is the Thief of Joy

We live in a world where it’s never been easier to compare ourselves to everyone else. Social media shows the highlights, not the hardships. We see promotions, holidays, perfect relationships and smiling faces, while quietly wondering why our own life doesn’t measure up.

But here’s the truth: every person is fighting battles you can’t see.

In this episode of the Green Sunrise Podcast Mini Series, we explore how comparison quietly steals our confidence, our gratitude, and our happiness. We’ll talk about learning to celebrate your own journey, focusing on progress instead of perfection, and remembering that your value isn’t determined by someone else’s success.

Your path is different. Your timing is different. And that’s okay.

Because the only person you should aim to be better than… is the person you were yesterday.

Remember—you are Green Sunrise. Decide on life. 💚🌅

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🌅 Green Sunrise Podcast – Mini Series | Episode 7:

The Day Everything Changed

Sometimes life changes in a single moment.

A conversation.A decision.A phone call.A chance encounter.

In Episode 7 of the Green Sunrise Podcast Mini Series, we explore how one moment can become the turning point that changes everything. Even when life feels heavy, the smallest choice can lead to a completely different future.

This episode is a reminder that your story isn’t finished. Every sunrise brings another opportunity to choose hope, courage and a new direction.

If you’re standing at a crossroads, this episode is for you.

💚 In this episode:

• Why one decision can change your life.
• Letting go of fear, regret and self-doubt.
• Choosing hope over hopelessness.
• Taking the first step towards a brighter tomorrow.

🎙️ Hosted by Paul Charlie Bhoy Quinn

If this episode resonates with you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share. Your support helps Green Sunrise reach more people who may need to hear this message.

Remember…

You are Green Sunrise.Decide on Life. 💚🌅🫶

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Some days come and go without us thinking twice.

Others quietly rewrite the story of our lives.

In Episode 6 of the Green Sunrise Podcast Mini Series, Paul “Charlie Bhoy” Quinn explores the moments that shape who we become—whether it’s a life-changing decision, an unexpected conversation, a painful goodbye, or a chance encounter that changes everything.

Sometimes the biggest turning points don’t arrive with warning. They simply happen… and it’s only when we look back that we realise a new chapter had already begun.

If you’ve ever wondered whether one small decision could change the direction of your life, this episode is for you.

💚 Because every sunrise begins with a single moment.

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Green Sunrise Podcast Mini Series – Episode 5Living With DepressionEpisode Description

Depression is more than feeling sad. It can steal motivation, drain energy, cloud thinking, and make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming.

In this episode, Paul explores what depression really feels like, the misconceptions surrounding it, and why recovery begins with understanding rather than judgement. Whether you've experienced depression yourself or are supporting someone who has, this conversation offers compassion, insight and hope.

Because even in the darkest moments, there is still a path forward.

🌅 Green Sunrise Podcast – Decide On Life 💚

Almost everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their life, but what happens when it starts to take over?

In this episode, Paul breaks down anxiety in simple, relatable terms, exploring why it happens, what it feels like, and how it can affect our thoughts, emotions and physical health. Whether you've experienced anxiety yourself or want to better understand someone who has, this episode offers reassurance, understanding and hope.

Because anxiety is not a sign of weakness—it's a sign that your mind and body are trying to protect you, even when there's no real danger present.

🌅 Green Sunrise Podcast – Decide On Life 💚

Why do so many men suffer in silence?

From a young age, many boys are taught to be strong, hide their emotions, and deal with problems on their own. Over time, those lessons can become barriers that prevent men from speaking up when they need support the most.

In this heartfelt episode, Paul explores the pressures society places on men, the fear of vulnerability, and the dangerous belief that asking for help is a sign of weakness. Through honest reflection, we examine why so many men choose silence over conversation and why breaking that silence could save lives.

This episode is a reminder that true strength isn't found in hiding your struggles—it's found in having the courage to share them.

Because no man should ever feel he has to carry the weight of the world alone.

🌅 Green Sunrise Podcast – Decide On Life 💚