The Stress Sessions

The Stress Sessions

By Luke ClarkHealth & FitnessMental HealthFitness
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The Stress Sessions episodes

  • S4 EP3: The Sober Queen, Millie Gooch
    This week I'm speaking to founder of Sober Girl Society, Millie Gooch.

    If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to  see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.

    Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).

    Thanks

    Luke x

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    1 hr
  • S4 EP2: Tara (my wife)
    This week I'm speaking to Tara Clark aka 'the wife', creator of Tara Kate Creates (@TaraKateCreates on Instagram).

    ...and it's her first appearance on The Stress Sessions since August 2020, so we have A LOT to talk about including boundaries, negative people, imposter syndrome and self-doubt.

    If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to  see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.

    Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).

    Thanks

    Luke x

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    51 min
  • S4 EP1: Legendary Podcaster, Stu Whiffen
    I'M BACK, BABY!

    The Stress Sessions is back with Series Four, and this week I'm speaking to Pod Bible Magazine owner, Stu Whiffen, who's also the presenter of the 'Off the Beat and Track' podcast and co-host of the MMA Fan podcast.

    *This one comes with a trigger warning, as there's some chat around eating disorders*

    If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to  see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.

    Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).

    Thanks

    Luke x

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    1 hr 13 min
  • The Stress Sessions: Series Four Trailer
    Hello, hello, hello!

    The Stress Sessions is back with Series Four - tell all your friends, family, neighbours, Dave at Tesco - this is THE number one place to hear about real life mental health stories and chats about mental illness.

    If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or direct message @StressSessions on Instagram.

    Remember to download, share and subscribe.

    https://linktr.ee/stresssessions

    Thanks

    Luke x

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    4 min
  • Sam Cushing: Marketer, YouTuber, Athlete and Pianist

    IT'S THE LAST ONE OF THE SERIES!

    This episode includes:

    • Sam's rise to fame whilst documenting his travels around the world
    • The pressure of having over one million followers across his social media platforms
    • Battling mental illness since his teenage years
    • Morning routines, meditating and music
    • Job interviews
    • The Beatles (yes, you heard right - The Beatles!).  

    If you enjoy this episode or any of the others, please share with friends, family, or anyone who you think they may help.

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    On a side note, I'm not a professional in this field, nor do I claim to be. These podcasts are purely based on my own, personal experiences, and those of my guests, alongside some simple hints and tips along the way.

    If you are suffering from a mental illness, there are lots of amazing charities that will be able to help you by offering professional advice. You'll be able to find these here. 


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    59 min
  • Craig Phillips: Winner of Big Brother Series One (UK)

    Series Three, Episode 11 with the first EVER winner (and my favourite ever contestant) of Big Brother UK, Craig Phillips.

    This episode includes:

    • A crossover with the amazing Parenting Hell podcast (presented by Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe) with chat about kids.
    • Using DIY skills to help with mental illness - especially throughout lockdown with loneliness and isolation.
    • Winning the first ever reality television programme and being catapulted into the public spotlight.
    • The sad passing of friend, Nikki Graheme, who suffered with an eating disorder (and also appeared on series seven of Big Brother UK).  

    If you enjoy this episode or any of the others, please share with friends, family, or anyone who you think they may help.

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    On a side note, I'm not a professional in this field, nor do I claim to be. These podcasts are purely based on my own, personal experiences, and those of my guests, alongside some simple hints and tips along the way.

    If you are suffering from a mental illness, there are lots of amazing charities that will be able to help you by offering professional advice. You'll be able to find these here. 




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    1 hr 2 min
  • *TRAILER* Craig Phillips: Winner of Big Brother Series One (UK)
    It's been a while hasn't it? Well, there's two final episodes of Series Three of The Stress Sessions and here's the trailer for the one you all asked for with the one, the only... Craig Phillips!

    After winning the first ever Big Brother UK, and going from tradesperson to celebrity overnight, Craig suffered with a loneliness he'd never experienced before. 

    The full episode is out on Monday 20 September, so make sure you give it a download and share then! 

    If you enjoy this trailer or any of the other episodes of The Stress Sessions, please share with friends, family, or anyone who you think they may help.

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    On a side note, I'm not a professional in this field, nor do I claim to be. These podcasts are purely based on my own, personal experiences, and those of my guests, alongside some simple hints and tips along the way.

    If you are suffering from a mental illness, there are lots of amazing charities that will be able to help you by offering professional advice. You'll be able to find these here. 

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    3 min
  • Suzanne Shaw: Singer, Actor & Performer

    Series Three, Episode 10 with singer, actor and performer, Suzanne Shaw.

    This episode features:

    • Hear'Say's 20th anniversary... will there be a reunion?!
    • The importance of putting you and your mental wellbeing first... ALWAYS!
    • Being embarrassed about having a mental illness, and keeping medication a secret. 
    • Lots of running chat!
    • Dealing with post natal depression.
    • Breathing techniques: following the Wim Hof method. 

    If you enjoy this episode or any of the others, please share with friends, family, or anyone who you think they may help.

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    On a side note, I'm not a professional in this field, nor do I claim to be. These podcasts are purely based on my own, personal experiences, and those of my guests, alongside some simple hints and tips along the way.

    If you are suffering from a mental illness, there are lots of amazing charities that will be able to help you by offering professional advice. You'll be able to find these here. 

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    51 min
  • Jess Impiazzi: Actress & Author

    Series Three, Episode Nine with actress and author, Jess Impiazzi - who has also appeared on Ex On the Beach (Seasons 2 & 5) and Celebrity Big Brother 21.

    This episode features:

    • Boundaries and learning to say no.
    • Jess' second book - of which the launch date is still to be confirmed!
    • Toxic relationships.
    • Dealing with trauma & PTSD.
    • Breathing techniques: following the Wim Hof method. 

    If you enjoy this episode or any of the others, please share with friends, family, or anyone who you think they may help.

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    On a side note, I'm not a professional in this field, nor do I claim to be. These podcasts are purely based on my own, personal experiences, and those of my guests, alongside some simple hints and tips along the way.

    If you are suffering from a mental illness, there are lots of amazing charities that will be able to help you by offering professional advice. You'll be able to find these here. 

    Tags: armyimposter syndrome

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    55 min
  • Natalya Platonova: Winner of Channel 4's 'The Circle' (Series 3)

    Series Three, Episode Eight with winner of Channel 4's  reality television series, 'The Circle' (Series 3), Natalya Platonova - who is a Corporal in the British Army.

    This episode features:

    • How writing things down is SO helpful: Natalya has just started writing a gratitude diary and this has massively helped her.
    • The power of social media, and how we all have a responsibility online.
    • Natalya's imposter syndrome after being on 'The Circle'.
    • The psychological aspect of getting into the army.
    • Not being afraid to seek help if you need it - e.g. going to see a therapist.
    • The Stress Sessions' FIRST EVER listener question!  


    If you enjoy this episode or any of the others, please share with friends, family, or anyone who you think they may help.

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    On a side note, I'm not a professional in this field, nor do I claim to be. These podcasts are purely based on my own, personal experiences, and those of my guests, alongside some simple hints and tips along the way.

    If you are suffering from a mental illness, there are lots of amazing charities that will be able to help you by offering professional advice. You'll be able to find these here. 

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min

About The Stress Sessions

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The Stress Sessions by Luke Clark. A weekly podcast about mental health, presented by a guy in his 30s living with anxiety and depression. Expect chat around coping mechanisms, counselling, and…