In this episode I am joined by Linn Rivers, as we discuss trauma, recovery, our own exceptions and judgments; along with the importance of investing in yourself. 

Guest: Linn Rivers

https://www.linnrivers.com

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

This episode we join a zoom call to hear about the launch of student living specialist Scape’s Fresher & Healthy service for university students.

Find out more about Scape - https://www.scape.com

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

This episode I speak with Danielle and we discuss lived experience of mental health, the positives of journalling and writing, along with the importance of prioritising yourself. 

Guest: Danielle

@journaldiscovery | http://www.discoveryjournal.co.uk/

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I talk to Nicole, Co-Founder of Blink Mental Health. Nicole shares her lived experience and we discuss if awareness raising is preventing a more honest look at mental health service provision. We also get an insight to Blink and their workshops. 

Guest: Nicole

@blink_campaign_ | www.blinkmentalhealth.org.uk

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

Today I am sharing my thoughts on a few podcast, but more so podcasting in general. I also share why podcasting has been important for me and the role I think it has/ can play in mental health conversations. 

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

This episode I recap World Suicide Prevention Day and upcoming World Mental Health Day, along with this months International Podcast Day. I also discuss why we are still here and the upcoming guests, along with an emotional reaction to a daytime tv show. 

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

This week I sat down with myself and had a think about World Suicide Prevention Day, and some of the resources and conversations happening at the moment. 

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode involves conversations about crisis, self harm and suicide. 

This week I sat down with Janetta from The Epiphany Process, even though my internet wasn't great this week, I really enjoyed our conversation regarding crisis level conversations and the importance of them. In this episode Jenetta shares her personal experience of suicide.

@Jenetta_TEP | www.theepiphanyprocess.com 

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I talk with Mark as we discuss wellness, the need for more education, particularly for young males. Mark shares some insights to his experience with mental health illness and with becoming a Wellness Coach and Author.

Guest: Mark

www.headucate.me

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

I have been busy recently, as some of you know it's been the Mental Health Blog Awards. This episode is a brief insight to the event, with intros to the workshops and extended highlights from the awards ceremony. There is also a visual/ video version of this recording available on the MHBA YouTube channel. 

Topic: Mental Health Blog Awards

@MHBlogAwards | www.mhblogawards.com 

Host: Mike

@Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com