The justliljo's Podcast

Liam welcomes you back after a few mental health setbacks. Never giving up on advocating for human rights for adults with mental health and special needs challenges. Looking for collaboration, sharing of stories and collaboration for real change.

The conversation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with special needs in the education system and society. It emphasizes the need for a change in the system to honor abilities and provide opportunities for individuals to thrive. The focus is on creating an empowering and inclusive education system that values individual strengths and talents.

Liam shares his experience in a psychiatric hospital in Ottawa, discussing the loneliness, interactions with other patients, hospital conditions, and the challenges he faced during he mentions six-month stay, but it was actually 5 he lost all concept of time one day bled into the next in an environment that benefits from keeping people sick.

The conversation covers the challenges faced by Liam and his family as they navigate through the mental health care system. It also highlights the lack of real help and support available, leading to devastating consequences. The story progresses to the positive visionary changes and solutions to come to address these devastating challenges.

Joanne  shares the harrowing experience of her son's struggle with mental health and the challenges they faced in getting him the help he needed. The story highlights the broken mental health system and the devastating impact it had on her son's life.

The conversation revolves around the topic of bullying and the need for change in the current system. The host emphasizes the importance of reframing our mindset from being better than others to how we can help them. She discusses the core belief that every human being has love within them and that tapping into that love can lead to miraculous change. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by bullies and the need for a new approach to address their behavior. The host envisions a future where individuals with disabilities have access to real housing, education, and fulfilling careers. She emphasizes the importance of giving everyone the opportunity to live a meaningful life and be part of the solution. The conversation ends with an invitation for listeners to join the conversation and share their stories.

In this conversation, Liam discusses his aspirations after high school, particularly his dream of pursuing a career in animation. He talks about his desire to attend a university for animation and create a show for Comedy Central or Adult Swim. Liam also shares his dream of living in Tinseltown (Hollywood) and the challenges he has faced in finding suitable housing and support. The conversation highlights the importance of independent living and the need for proper support and resources for individuals with disabilities.

In this conversation, Liam shares his personal experiences with disabilities and the challenges he faced, including bullying and lack of support. He emphasizes the need for solutions and positive change, without blaming or shaming anyone. Liam discusses the lack of opportunities and employment for people with disabilities and expresses his desire for inclusivity and equality. He encourages others to use their voices and advocate for themselves. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of understanding and supporting individuals with disabilities.