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Open Journal episodes

  • Ep199 Redefining Self Identity

    In this episode I talk with J’Anmetra (JoJo), we laugh our way through some serious & some lighthearted aspects to mental health. Including some of J’Anmetra’s amazing work/ projects: The Sister Rise Retreat, Transition to Freedom, Be Fearless Blog and more.


    Guest: J’Anmetra | @janmetra | http://www.livepastcrazy.com/

    Host: Mike | @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

    53 min
  • E198 Investing In Yourself

    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 

    51 min
  • Ep197 Fresher & Healthy Service

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

    Hear from TV and A&E doctor Dr Alex George, as well as Neil Smith (Scape’s UK/IE Managing Director) & Gogodoc (Scape’s GP partner for the Fresher & Healthy service).

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

    Host: Mike

    @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

    34 min
  • Ep196 Prioritise Yourself

    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

    48 min
  • Ep195 Is Awareness Preventing Honesty

    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 

    1 hr 4 min
  • Ep194 International Podcast Day

    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 

    44 min
  • Ep193 Well That Got Emotional

    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

    43 min
  • Ep192 World Suicide Prevention Day

    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

    36 min
  • Ep191 Crisis, Conversations & Confidence

    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.


    Guest: Jenetta

    @Jenetta_TEP | www.theepiphanyprocess.com 

    Host: Mike

    @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

    1 hr
  • Ep190 How Your Mind Works

    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

    1 hr 7 min

About Open Journal

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Open Journal Podcast (part of the BlogCast) focuses on the many aspects of mental health; including illness, wellness, stigma and support and the lives affected by mental health.