Open Journal

In this episode Simon joins us to talk about breaking bad patterns, and de-coding the link between experiences, values and actions. Guest: Simon  Website: breakingbadpatterns.com | Instagram: @breakingbadpatterns | Twitter: @SimonPHarper Host: Mike  Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠⁠⁠  | Threads:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_ ⁠⁠⁠⁠  | Twitter:  ⁠@Mike_Douglas_ ⁠ The Podcast  Website:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠openjournalbc.com⁠ ⁠...

In this episode Mike chats about the My Whole Self Day campaign run by Mental Health First Aid England, and some of his personal insights. Topic: My Whole Self Website: mhfaengland.org/my-whole-self Host: Mike  Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠⁠  | Threads:  ⁠⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_ ⁠⁠⁠  | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ The Podcast Website:  ⁠⁠⁠openjournalbc.com⁠ ⁠ | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJourna...

In this episode Nafisah joins us for a casual chat about Spring, Time to Talk and everyday wellbeing. Guest: Nafisah Instagram:  ⁠⁠ @BamblingsOfNaffy | Twitter: @Bamblingsofnafy Host: Mike  Instagram:  ⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠  | Threads:  ⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_ ⁠⁠  | Website:  ⁠⁠openjournalbc.com⁠ ⁠

In this episode Anna joins us to share her experience from blogging, to YouTube, to Twitch. This is the second of a two part conversation.  Guest: Anna  Instagram:  ⁠@thereelanna⁠  | Twitch:  ⁠@thereelanna⁠  | Website:  ⁠thereelanna.com⁠ Host: Mike  Instagram:  ⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠  | Threads:  ⁠@Mike_Douglas_ ⁠  | Website:  ⁠openjournalbc.com⁠

In this episode Anna joins us to talk new year's resolutions, goals and activities. This is the first of a two part conversation. Guest: Anna Instagram: @thereelanna | Twitch: @thereelanna | Website: thereelanna.com Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com

In this episode Johnnie joins us to talk about mental health within football and his experience writing Match Fit. Jonnie's books at Waterstones - https://www.waterstones.com/author/johnnie-lowery/4357578 Match Fit at Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Match-Fit-Exploration-Mental-Football/dp/1801504687 Guest: Johnnie Website: johnnielowery.co.uk | Twitter: AddedSix | LinkedIn: johnnie-lowery-4b136...

In this short episode Mike reflects on his experience of Christmas and new year and how it's the same but different this year. Host: Mike Threads: @mike_douglas_ | Instagram: @mike_douglas_ | Twitter: @mike_douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com

In this episode Nomi joins us to share his experience as a comic artist, how art can support wellbeing and we discuss Portsmouth Comic Con. Guest: Nomi Instagram: @NomiRanaArt Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_

In this episode Robyn and Alison from The Wave Project join us to introduce the history, support and fun that comes with wet suits and conversations on the shoreline. Guests: Robyn & Alison Website: waveproject.co.uk | Facebook: @waveprojectuk | Instagram: @waveprojectuk | Twitter: @waveproject Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @mike_douglas_ | Threa...

In this episode we look back at MHBA23. This includes snippets introducing the three speakers and the full awards ceremony. Find out more about the Mental Health Blog Awards mhblogawards.com | Instagram: @mhblogawards | Threads: @mhblogawards | Twitter: @mhblogawards Host: Mike openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @mike_douglas_ | Threads: @mike_douglas_ | Twitter: @mike_douglas_

In this episode Chantelle joins us to talk all things Mind3dom; counselling, psychotherapy and coaching. After our conversation Mind3dom underwent a brand refresh, with a new name, Mind Un-tied. Guest: Chantelle Website: www.minduntied.com | Insta: @mind_untied | Facebook: MindUntied/ |    LinkedIn: minduntied Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Insta: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_

In this episode Sam joins us to share her insights with sharing our own lived experience and story sharing by publishing. Guest: Sam Instagram: @SWATTBooks | Facebook: @SWATTBooks | YouTube: SWATT Books | Website: www.frombrokentobrave.co.uk | Broken to Brave Book Order Host: Mike  Instagram:  @Mike_Douglas_  | Twitter:  @Mike_Douglas_  | Threads:  @Mike_Douglas_  | Website:  www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode Mike introduces a few of the podcasts he listens to and encourages finding your new podcasts. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode Mike reflects back on some podcast conversations, and where we are today; leading into a short podcast break. Host: Mike  IG:  @Mike_Douglas_  TW:  @Mike_Douglas_  WB:  www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode Emma joins us to talk awareness days, content warnings, and to share an update on her challenges and successes. Guest: Emma IG: @RedSilvermountains FB: @RedSilvermountainsBlog Host: Mike IG: @Mike_Douglas_ TW: @Mike_Douglas_ WB: www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode Albie joins us to chat about autism, accessing services, self diagnosis and service expectations. Guest: Albie  Twitter: @ActuallyAlbie | Website: Update coming soon Host: Mike  Twitter:  ⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠  | Instagram:  ⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠  | Website:  ⁠⁠openjournalbc.com⁠⁠ Find out how to become a guest:  ⁠⁠https://www.openjournalbc.com/be-a-guest⁠⁠ Podcast introduction and guest...

In this episode Nick (Portsmouth Comic Con, Event Producer) and Olly (Cosplayer with Dream Team Portsmouth) join us to chat all things Portsmouth Comic Con: it's history, community and charity engagement, event experiences and insights to next year. Guest: Nick Twitter: @PComicCon Instagram: @portsmouthcomiccon Website: portsmouthcomiccon.com Website: portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Guest: Olly Instagr...

In this second part to our most recent conversation Aeron chats representation, creating and maintaining characters, cats vs dogs and opinions vs facts. Guest: Aeron  Twitter:  ⁠@AeronNixDesign⁠  | Instagram:  ⁠@aeronnixdesign ⁠ Host: Mike  Twitter:  ⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠  | Instagram:  ⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠  | Website:  ⁠openjournalbc.com⁠ Find out how to become a guest:  ⁠https://www.openjournalbc.com/be-...

In this first part to our most recent conversation Aeron updates us on his wrestling experiences, the impact on his wellbeing and a move to more creative roles. Guest: Aeron Twitter: @AeronNixDesign | Instagram: @aeronnixdesign Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com Find out how to become a guest: https://www.openjournalbc.com/be-a-guest Podcast...

In this episode Roger joins us to talk running, and more specifically running off road. Along with the impact it can have on our wellbeing. Guest: Roger Twitter: @irunoffroad | Instagram: @irunoffroad | Website: www.irunoffroad.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode I talk about the Mental Health Blog Awards. Theres a little history, some insights, and what's coming up in 2023. Find out more about MHBA: Twitter: ⁠ @MHBlogAwards | Instagram: ⁠ @MHBlogAwards | Website: ⁠ mhblogawards.com Host: Mike Twitter:  @Mike_Douglas_  | Instagram:  @Mike_Douglas_  | Website:  openjournalbc.com

In this episode Tom joins us to talk dogs/ pets, marriage and support, the theatre and News from the Rooftop . Guest: Tom Twitter: @TomYork | Instagram: @tomyork_ldn | Website: tomyorksays.wordpress.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com

In this episode Emily joins us again, having previously been on the podcast in March 2020 and June 2019. In this episode Emily shares an update on her lived experience and how sharing it is helping mental health services in her area. Along with insights to Emilys work with Beat and recent book projects and publications. Guest: Emily Instagram: @empoweringem93 | Links: www.linktr.ee/emilyn93 Host:...

In this episode Bex joins us to discuss digital art, gaming, cosplay and their potential connectedness. Along with reflecting on how a community can support our wellbeing.  Guest: Bex Website: bexhelen.com  |  Instagram: @BexHelen  |  Twitter: @BexHelen  |  Instagram Art: @raelkisnet  Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com  |  Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_  |  Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_

In this episode Elspeth joins us to discuss World Health Day, becoming active and finding boxing, along with introducing us to endometriosis. This is the second episode in a two part conversation. Guest: Elspeth @elspethfit Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com