In this episode, we are joined by Hercules, life coach and businesss owner, who shares his journey through the highs and lows of his twenties. From shedding destructive behaviors to navigating weight fluctuations, Hercules offers insights on building a successful business while maintaining wellness and authenticity.

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In this episode, I have consolodated pieces of advice from 21 seperate episodes from inidviduals with varied mental health experiences.

I hope this episode gives you a glimmer of hope that it can get better, and you can take some of this advice from individuals who have got through some of the darkest moments and found the light.

You are not alone x

In this episode, we chat with Emma about her lifelong struggle with anxiety, which later developed into emetophobia, making it tough for her to step outside and live her life which has been debilitating in her 20's.

Emma shares her honest experiences and discusses the treatments that helped her regain control. If you or someone you know is dealing with anxiety or emetophobia, Emma's story offers hope and insights into the path of healing.

Join us to discover how she found strength and conquered her inner challenges, proving that there's a way forward, even in the darkest moments.

In this episode, we speak with Christina a trauma psychologist who specializes in healing women from deep-seated trauma using somatic practices based on her own experience as a victim of abuse.

In a world where the challenges of mental health have been magnified by the pandemic, join us as we speak with Sydney a dedicated therapist and a passionate PhD student, whose research delves into the intersection of play, film, and mental health recovery.

Sydneys's insights into films like Encanto and Inside Out will open your eyes to the profound ways these animated worlds can help us explore complex topics like intergenerational trauma, emotional regulation, and the multifaceted journey of mental health recovery.

Sydney also shares her personal journey as an international student and a PhD candidate, providing valuable insights into managing the unique challenges of academia, cultural adaptation, and maintaining mental health throughout the process.

Join us for an incredible journey as we dive into James' life. At 26, he faced a painful breakup, sleepless nights, and immense stress, which triggered his struggle with psychosis. He believed the TV and radio were sending him secret messages and that he controlled the weather.

James's life took a turbulent turn, leading to hospitalization and the treatment he needed. Today, he's happily married and has authored a book. Discover his story of resilience and how he overcame his darkest moments. This is a tale of hope, strength, and redemption.

In this episode we speak with Fynn, an inspiring individual whose story takes us through the battles of an eating disorder, starting at only 12 years old. Fynn discusses being faced with adversity, from his initial struggles to his admission to an inpatient unit, a subsequent relapse, and his ongoing journey to recovery at 18 years old.

Fynn shares his ongoing mental heath issues, particularly with depression and a diminished sense of self-worth. We explore the impact of change as a potential trigger for eating disorders, specifically the challenges Fynn faced as a young boy navigating the path towards manhood while contending with his disorder, and delve into the significance of uncovering our 'why' in the journey towards recovery.

In this episode we speak with PhD student Ahad about his research into mental health diagnosis, specifically autism within South Asian communities. 

We unravel the complex issues that contribute to under-diagnosis and the profound lack of awareness surrounding neurodivergent disorders in South Asian communities. From the role of religion and cultural practices to the expectations of parents and the dominant role of fathers.

We also discuss the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health and autism in South Asian communities and the hopeful outlook for the future.

Together, we explore strategies and interventions that aim to break down these barriers, foster understanding, and pave the way for a more inclusive and supportive future for those affected by mental health conditions.

In this episode, we speak with Tom who has overcome some of the the darkest of challenges. From the depths of teenage depression and an attempted suicide at just 16 years old.

During his 20's, Tom found a love for Djing around Melbourne, Australia. However, what started as an escape eventually spiralled into years of addiction, culminating in a traumatic drunken car accident in his 20s. This life-altering event left him with a fractured spine and frontal lobe damage, affecting his memory and speech in particular.

Join us as we explore his incredible journey of recovery, and how he's using his experiences to help others through his platform, 'The Funny Side of Therapy,' and as an author.

Discover how one man turned his darkest moments into a beacon of hope and resilience in the world of mental health and addiction recovery.

In light of OCD awareness week, in this bonus episode, we speak with an experienced OCD therapist to delve into the world of Pedophilia-related Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Join us as we engage in an open and empathetic conversation aimed at debunking myths and eradicating the stigma surrounding this often-misunderstood condition.

Gain valuable insights and a deeper understanding of Pedophilia OCD, as we explore its complexities and the journey towards healing and acceptance.