Mike Douglas

Open Journal

Health EN ↓ 330 episodes

Open Journal Podcast (part of the BlogCast) focuses on the many aspects of mental health; including illness, wellness, stigma and support and the lives affected by mental health. Mike and his guests discuss a range of topics including: health, relationships, education, local events and product reviews.

Author

Mike Douglas

Episodes

Ep265 Living a life with Elspeth 21.03.2023 45:54

In this episode Elspeth joins us to discuss lived experience of mental health illnesses, changing life situations and splitting your time and focus. This is the first episode in a two part conversation.  Guest: Elspeth  @elspethfit   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep264 Music Meditation, Singing and Smiling with Xann 07.03.2023 30:13

In this episode Xann, Co-Founder of Biiah, joins us to discuss singing, music, meditation; the impact on our wellbeing. Along with introducing us to Biiah. Guest: Xann Instagram: @xannzibar | Twitter: @xannzibar | Website: biiah.com | Instagram: @biiahofficial | Twitter: @biiahhq Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_

Ep263 Living Our Own Happiness with Alice 21.02.2023 41:19

In this episode Alice joins us to discuss her recent travels, live experiences living our own happiness and we discuss how we value items and experiences.  Guest: Alice @Alice_Dartnell | alicedartnell.com   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep262 Adore Dance with Joe 07.02.2023 31:45

In this episode Joe introduces us to Adore Dance in London. We discuss the role classes can have on fitness, routine, loneliness and general wellbeing. Guest: Joe @adoredance.london | https://www.adoredance.london  Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep261 Day Crafting with Bruce 24.01.2023 52:09

In this episode Bruce joins us to discuss day crafting, writing, being creative and being proactive with our environments and routines.  Guest: Bruce  daycrafting.com | @day_crafting   Host: Mike  openjournalbc.com | @Mike_Douglas_  

Ep260 Our Online Community? 10.01.2023 19:21

In this episode Mike looks back at his online mental health community experience and where it is now.  Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep259 Thanks for 2022 27.12.2022 9:16

A short thank you for me for all your support in 2022.  Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep258 Inequality of Service & Conversation, with Hazel 13.12.2022 51:13

In this episode Hazel joins us to talk psychosis, podcasts and about a suicide prevention film.  Guest: Hazel  @RealityTourists | @AnLasair   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep257 The Self & Karate, with Abdul 29.11.2022 46:20

In this episode Abdul joins us to talk karate and wellbeing. Including how it can support our confidence and self esteem.  Guest: Abdul  gkrkarate.com | https://www.karatefans.co.uk/how-karate-changed-my-life/   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep256 Psychology of the Psychologist, with Farya 15.11.2022 43:00

In this episode Farya joins us to talk about her experiences as a Psychologist and soon to be Author. We discuss different services and delivery styles, including how group sessions can impact people differently.  Guest: Farya  @reinventing.path | www.reinventingpath.com   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep255 Mike's Fundraising 02.11.2022 25:57

In this episode I introduce (promote) my 2022 fundraising adventure. Find out more by reading my Blog post or by visiting my fundraising page .  Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep254 Music & Motivation with Adam 18.10.2022 34:09

In this episode Adam joins us to share his lived experiences with depression, PTSD, stress and his creative wellbeing through music.  Adam’s Story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fIBwSXvlCs Listen to Adam's album - https://soundcloud.com/adam-129087330/sets/welcome-to-the-next-century/s-Tf2zOjKRq1g Guest: Adam  @adamlanceley   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.c...

Ep253 Self Accepance and Streaming with Dave 04.10.2022 1:15:30

In this episode Dave joins us to talk about self acceptance and celebrating ourselves, his lived experience with Bipolar and as a Twitch Streamer.  Guest: Dave  @mindsetbydave | www.mindsetbydave.com   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep252 International Podcast Day 30.09.2022 27:50

Surprise episode! Finally managed to record, edit and upload on International Podcast Day. This episode is a short insight to podcasts and podcasting by me.  Host: Mike @mike_douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep251 Competitive to Creative, with Paul 20.09.2022 1:04:00

In this episode Paul joins us to talk about his experiences with music. Including the competitive performance, creative and mindful application of music, injury recovery and music education.  Guest: Paul @RoebuckDrums | www.roebuckdrums.co.uk   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep250 Reframing Resilience, with Brooke 06.09.2022 1:11:09

In this episode Brooke joins us to discuss childhood and personal trauma, our mental health knowledge, men and mental health and what we consider resilience to be.  Guest: Brooke  www.becomingindomitable.com | www.therelationshipfoundation.org Host: Mike www.openjournalbc.com | @Mike_Douglas_ 

Ep249 Wellbeing in Leadership, with Ashlie 23.08.2022 42:35

In this episode Ashlie joins us to talk about mental health and wellbeing for CEO's, new business startups and leadership. Ashlie also introduces us to Humane Startup.  Guest: Ashlie  @humanestartup | www.humanestartup.com   Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep248 MHBA Recap 26.07.2022 34:16

This episode we recap the Mental Health Blog Awards event, with recording from the Awards Ceremony.  Find out more at www.mhblogawards.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep247 MHBA - This Week! 12.07.2022 26:14

This episode I talk Mental Health Blog Awards, coming this Saturday 16th July.  Fine out more - www.mhblogawards.com   Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

Ep246 The Different Sides of Modern Us, with Elle 28.06.2022 53:11

In this episode Elle joins us to chat BPD, music expression, Ms Great Britain and workplace wellbeing post lockdowns.  Guest: Elle  @Elle_Seline_Official  Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep245 Music Expression, with Mike 14.06.2022 48:55

In this episode Mike joins us to talk about TIME (Together In Music Expression). Mike shares his experiences of mental health and wellbeing and the creation of TIME. Our discussions also include music therapy and how music and being creative can support our wellbeing.  Guest: Mike @TimeEssex | www.timemusiccharity.com   Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

Ep244 Managing Time, Life & Successes, with Alice 31.05.2022 41:14

In this episode Alice joins us to discuss time management, productivity, mindset and to share some of her lived experience of eating disorder, stress, burnout and relationship changes.  Guest: Alice @Alice_Dartnell | alicedartnell.com   Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Ep243 The Self & Diagnosis, with Beth 17.05.2022 1:11:11

In this episode Beth joins us to talk autism, self diagnosis to diagnose, learning about our own illnesses, symptoms and support and sharing our lived experiences online.  Guest: Beth @justasquarepeg | justasquarepeg.com   Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

Ep242 Forbidden Door, with Aeron 03.05.2022 1:27:00

In this episode Aeron joins us to talk wellbeing during the pandemic, moving, wrestling, being a creative and creating our own communities and discussions.  Guest: Aeron @AeronNixDesign & @WrestlePlug   Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Ep241 Lived Experience in Projects, with Emily 19.04.2022 50:00

In this episode Emily joins us to talk eating disorders, homelessness, youth projects/ services and more.  Guest: Emily  @emily4993 | emilynuttall.com Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com