Pushin’ Through Blu

On Episode 11, I sat down with special guest, Player2HQ co-founder and mental health advocate, Cat B to talk about ‘Borderline Personality Disorder’ (BPD).

Through Cat’s own journey living with BPD, we talk about:

- what is BPD

- some of the signs and symptoms a diagnosed BPD suffer may experience

- daily challenges people living with BPD may experience

- the myths and misconceptions surrounding this commonly misunderstood mental illness. What's true and what's not.

- some of the important things non-suffers should be mindful of if they have a friend, a family member, or someone close to them that suffers from BPD.

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Cat also speaks openly about her own experiences living with mental illness, sharing her own story, the challenges she has faced, her history with treatments and recovery, how she continues to learn to manage her own mental health.

Cat is sharing her story and experiences, in an effort to help others that may share a similar story, that may also be diagnosed with having BPD, as well as to help better educate non-suffers, to remove the stigma and common misconceptions surrounding this mental illness.

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Australian Support Contacts & BPD Health Organisations / Communities

Lifeline:13 11 14

Lifeline Texting Service:0477 131 114

Beyondblue:1300 224 636

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

The Mighty– safe, supportive communities for people facing health challenges: themighty.com

The Blurt Foundation– helping those affected by depression: blurtitout.org

Australian BPD Foundation:bpdfoundation.org.au

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If you would like to follow Cat:

Twitter: @catstead_

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If you would like to contact or follow Player2HQ:

Twitter: @Player2Hq

Instagram: @player2_hq

Website: player2hq.com

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You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu on:

Twitter: @pushnthroughblu

Instagram: @pushintroughblu

Facebook: @pushinthroughblu

Hey guys! 

Just a quick Side Note episode, joined by my little partner in crime (my son :-P) 

Letting you guys know what I'm working on, some insight into future episodes and why I feel its important that we open up this platform to start having conversations with members from mental health organisations and charities, in an effort to help provide awareness and transparency to the work they do and the resources and help they have to offer everyday people like you and I.

Appreciate any feedback you can share on these episodes once released - let me know what you think and if they provided you with value and some new perspective.

Much love guys, take care of yourselves.

- Dane

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast.  

On Episode 10, Eldar Basic joins the podcast to share his own insights and perspective on the question:

'Do the people around us have an influence to our own mental health and happiness?'

I also got to speak with about Eldar about his recent experiences in writing and publishing his first book, 'Echoes of the Holograph'.

We snuck in some DRAGONBALL chat too :-P

Enjoy the episode guys!

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If you found value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it.  Also, if you can rate - leave an iTunes review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others.  

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Australian Support Contacts  

Lifeline: 13 11 14  

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114  

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636  

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan 

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Eldar can be found on: 

Twitter: @eldarbasically

Instagram: @eldarbasically

Eldar's podcast, 'Eldar Talks Games', can be found on:

Twitter: @eldartalksgames

The podcast can be found on iTunes, Applepodcasts, Spotify and Google play

Elder's book, 'Echoes of the Holograph', is available NOW on Amazon Kindle and Paperback:

Paperback: https://t.co/sY2nhuEt1o?amp=1

Kindle: https://t.co/SUMzJRn1lY

Please go check out Elder's content and new book! 

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You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu Podcast on:  

Twitter: @pushnthroughblu  

Instagram: @pushintroughblu  

Facebook: @pushinthroughblu   

Much Love - Take Care of Yourself and Each Other <3

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast.  

On Episode 9, Ryan Betson shares his story and experiences with:  

- how video and table-top games are changing lives at genU Gamer

- becoming a father for the first time, both the miracle and the struggles

- how his perspective and approach to creating content with The Popculturists has changed over time

- his own mental health challenges with anxiety and how he has been learning to recognise the signs early and managing his thoughts through applied acknowledgement and logic. 

'You need to own it, in order to accept it'.

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Ryan is sharing his own experiences, in an effort to bring awareness to mental health, not only to other content creators, but to anyone who may be going through the same thoughts and feelings, to know that you are not alone, and to offer some insight and techniques for both recognising the signs early, as well assisting  to manage.  

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If you found value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it.  Also, if you can rate - leave an iTunes review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others.  

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Australian Support Contacts  

Lifeline: 13 11 14  

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114  

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636  

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan 

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genUGamers can be found on: 

Twitter: @GenUGAMER

Instagram: @genugamer 

Website: genu.org.au

Please go give these guys a follow, show them some love and support!  

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The Popculturists and Ryan Betson can be found on: 

YouTube: YouTube.com.au/thepopculturists

Twitter: @PopCulturistsAU and @HaggardMC

Instagram: @thepopculturists

Website: thepopculturists.com

Please go give Ryan and these guys a follow, show them some love and support!  

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You can also follow the Pushin' Through Blu Podcast on:  

Twitter: @pushnthroughblu  

Instagram: @pushintroughblu  

Facebook: @pushinthroughblu   

Much Love - Take Care of Yourself <3

Hey guys, welcome back to The Pushin’ Through Blu Podcast.

On this 'Side Note' episode, I spoke with Perko, Wilko and Butters from The Mega Cast about:

- mental health and video games (including within our video gaming communities)

- signs to be aware of that may point to a friend or person you know online to be experiencing a mental health problem and may need to talk

- how can could approach the situation

- how do you yourself know if you may need to talk to someone or seek professional help

- and what are ways you can get help.

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Australian Mental Health Contacts

Life Line Australia - Ph: 13 11 14 (lifeline.org.au)

Beyond Blue - Ph: 1300 22 46 36 (beyondblue.com.au)

Sane Australia - Ph: 1800 18 72 63 (sane.org)

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You can find 'Ultra Super Mega' at:

Website: ultrasupermega.com.au

Twitter: @UltraSuperMega_

Instagram: @ultrasupermega

Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/XvjrrPm

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You can find 'Pushin Through Blu' at:

Website: https://anchor.fm/pushin-through-blu-podcast 

Twitter: @PushnThroughBlu

Instagram: @PushinThroughBlu

Podcast is available on Anchor FM, iTunes, Applepodcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Cashbox, Google Podcasts, Over Cast, Pocketcast, RadioPublic, Stitcher.  

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast.

Joined with me for Episode 8, Australian Partnered Twitch Streamer and SMG Studio Community Manager, Brad Jolly (AKA BlessRNG). 

Brad and I chat about:  

- his origin story in becoming one of Australia's most well recognised Twitch streamers and the reasons behind why he streams  

- the awareness Brad has been sharing across his socials about his own mental illness struggles, using the hashtag #RNGHeadspace to document his own journey, but to also promote awareness and support to those who may be experiencing the same or similar thoughts, that they are not along 

- Brad opens up about his experiences suffering from Suicidal Ideation, including how a combination of life events in a short period of time took a toll on his own mental health 

- how a friend had pointed out to Brad that he should seek help, and how that conversation resulted in Brad speaking with his doctor, getting on the Mental Health Care Plan, and started receiving professional help from a recommended therapist 

- how Brad has been learning to manage his own mental health, where he finds strength through the bad days, and the importance of implementing self-care  

- I also get Brad's insight and perspective on mental health within his exposure to the Twitch community. With streams and content creators. 

I got a lot of new perspective and insight from listening to Brad's story about his own mental health journey, I really hope you do too. 

If you or someone you know may be experiencing the same or similar signs of mental health / mental illness as discussed on this podcast, please know that help is available and that you are not alone. Please speak with your doctor about it, to access professional help and support. 

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Australian Support Contacts  

Lifeline: 13 11 14   

Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114   

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636   

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home 

Sane Australia Helpline: 1800 187 263  

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan': https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan 

American Support Contacts 

Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 

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Brad Jolly - BlessRNG 

Twitch Channel: Twitch.tv/BlessRNG 

Twitter: @BlessRNGee 

Instagram: @BlessRNGee 

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You can also follow 'Pushin' Through Blu' on:  

Twitter: @pushnthroughblu  

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Facebook: @pushinthroughblu  

#MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakTheStigma

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast.  

Joined with me for episode 7, host and creator of the Black Mental Health Podcast, Reginald Howard.

Reg and I talk about: 

- his experiences dealing with his own mental health / mental illness struggles, surrounding his family relationships, the pressure of becoming a father for the first time, and a recent car accident he was involved in and how his physical injuries have also left mental challenges for him to now overcome 

- what the 'Black Mental Health Podcast' is all about and why it was created 

- Reg shares his insights and perspective on the mental health and mental illness situation within his own community, the African American community within America, and how he is trying to make a difference within his own community, by sharing his and other's stories   

- what  options of treatment are available and other alternatives (not replacements) for those who may not be able to access professional help straight away

- the problems surrounding self medicating and the concerns surrounding this short term 'band-aid to a broken arm' type fix to your mental well-being

-  the power of having open and honest conversations about your own mental health. 

If you or someone you know may be experiencing the same or similar signs of mental health / mental illness as discussed on this podcast, please know that help is available and that you are not alone. Please speak with your doctor about it, to access professional help and support.

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Australian Support Contacts 

Lifeline: 13 11 14  

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114  

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636  

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home

Sane Australia Helpline: 1800 187 263 

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa

American Support Contacts

Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

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Reginald Howard - Contact Details

The Black Mental Health Podcast

Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/464IOIGOsIUZPDV7ani1VB 

Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-mental-health-podcast/id1394583671 

PlayerFM:  https://player.fm/series/black-mental-health-podcast 

Twitter: @ReginaldAHoward

Instagram: @reginaldahoward

Website & Book (Suffering into Success):  https://reginaldahoward.com/ 

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You can also follow 'Pushin' Through Blu' on: 

Twitter: @pushnthroughblu 

Twitter: @DanePevy 

Instagram: @pushinthroughblu  

Facebook: @pushinthroughblu 

#MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast.  

On this Side Note episode, I wanted to talk about the Australian Government's 'Mental Health Care Plan' 

- what is it 

- who may be eligible for it 

- how people can access it 

- what benefits are associated with the plan for those who are eligible to receive it (i.e. Medicare rebates and access to a range of health professionals)

- as well as some of my own personal experiences shared when speaking to my doctor about it and accessing the plan for myself.

I believe it's important that people are aware this plan exists, if not for themselves then for maybe for someone they know (friend or family member), that may be going through their own mental health challengers and would benefit from knowing this plan and financial assistance is available.

If you feel that you have concerns about your own mental health, please speak with your doctor about it, to access professional help and support.

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Australian Support Contacts 

Lifeline: 13 11 14  

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114  

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636  

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa

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The TwitchyCoffee Podcast

Kazleberry Podcast Episode: https://anchor.fm/thetwitchycoffeepodcast/episodes/7---Kazleberry-e3j1kt/a-acd599

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#MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #FightTheStigma

Welcome to the 'Pushin’ Through Blu' Podcast. 

We're back with another 'Side Note' episode.

On this episode, special guest Buddy Watson joins Dane to unpack the 2018 indie video game Celeste, made by Matt Makes Games and friends.

They deep dive into:

- the game story overview

- swap stories of their own game playthrough experiences and thoughts

- unpack some of the game's themes and metaphors woven into the story surrounding mental health. 

Hope you enjoy the episode!

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If you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it. 

Also, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. 

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Australian Support Contacts 

Lifeline: 13 11 14 

Lifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114 

Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 

Information on the 'Mental Health Care Plan':

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-care-plan

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Buddy Watson:

Twitter: @BuddyWatson12

Podcast Co-Host for 'Dash Culture' and 'Some Assembly Required'.

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Lena Raine (Composer and Producer): 

Twitter: @kuraine

Instagram: @kuraine 

YouTube: Lena Raine

Website: http://lena.fyi/

Celeste tracks used in this episode: First Steps, Quiet and Falling, Resurrection, Prologue, Madeline and Theo, Golden, Exhale, and Reach for the Summit. 

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Instagram: @pushintroughblu 

Facebook: @pushinthroughblu 

#ShareYourStory #MuchLove #MentalHealthAwareness