Open Journal

In this episode I am joined by Tommy, who shares his lived experience. We discuss male body image, eating disorders, seeking validation and self care.  Guest: Tommy @tommyhatto | tommyhatto.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

In this weeks episode I am joined by Kathryn Mincer: Writer, Producer and Actress. We discuss how we've found lockdown, Kathryn's personal journey with mental health and Mia: the Musical. Look out for ways to support Mia: The Musical, including Kickstarter and FringeFunder . Guest: Kathryn Mincer @miathemusical | www.kathrynmincer.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode I talk with Katie as we discuss crisis level and casual conversations about mental health. We also talk about the role of song writing and music on coping and communicating with our mental health. Listen to Theta's song WAIT and more on Spotify Guest: Katie, also known as Theta @thetavoice  | www.thetaofficial.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

In this weeks episode I chat with Dennis, as we discuss his experience creating his own blog and growing that into a collaborative hub of mental health stories and resources.  Guest: Dennis @drelojo_howell | psychreg.org Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

In this discussion with episode I speak with Jane Hanford, as we talk: overcoming anxiety, young people's mental health, buddhist psychology and creating your own toolbox of support.  Guest: Jane  @jane_happyanyway | happyanyway.co.uk Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Welcome back to the Podcast Doris! Doris, AKA Angela returns following up on her first appearance in Ep39. In this episode Angela talks about her experiences campaigning and the impact it can have along with an insight to her therapy experience.  Guest: Angela (Doris) @_unapologetica | unapologeticallyangie.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

A shorter episode this week as I reflect on my options of awareness days and their importance. Along with some signposting to Time to Change's #TimeToTalk Virtual Festival activities and Time to Change Warrington . Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

This discussion episode Hannah rejoins us to chat diagnosis, recovery and treatments. Hannah reflects on her journey as we discuss young people's mental health and their journeys with changing and or undiagnosed symptoms.  Guest: Hannah @hannahrainey_ | https://littlethoughtsblog.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | https://www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I chatted with Linda Jones, founder of the Salus Fatigue Foundation and champion for better awareness of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). We discuss the different aspects of fatigue we are seeing around lockdown, isolation and everything covid. We also discuss the critical aspects of illnesses such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.  Guest: Linda Salus Fatigue Foundation | Linda's TEDx...

In this final episode of 2020, I reflect on Christmas and winter time for those of us affected by mental health illnesses and symptoms of poor mental health. Additionally I signpost to a few charities/ services available during the winter/ over Christmas.  Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I am joined by Kerri as we discuss Kerri's recent fundraising activity. Our discussion includes why conversation and engagement is important, references to suicide prevention,  mental health services and wellbeing during 2020.  Guest: Kerri @KerriCyclesNude | justgiving.com/fundraising/kerri-barnes1 Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

This week I am joined by Lamia Pardo, co-Founder and CEO of Journify. We talk audio journalling, blogging, writing and the different styles, platforms and ways they support wellbeing. Alongside hearing more about Journify.  Guest: Lamia @journifyco | www.journify.co Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

JoJo/ J'Anmetra is back! We pick up from our last chat in Ep199. This time we talk live-streaming your mental health discussion, trauma and mental health along with reflecting on race and mental health.  Guest: J'Anmetra @janmetra | http://www.livepastcrazy.com/ Host: Mike  @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This week I talk though some thoughts on the recent Online Influence Awards and their importance for blogging, story sharing and of course, the links to the Mental Health Blog Awards. Find out more about the Online Influence Awards  Find out more about #OIAwards20 Hosts Vuelio Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I sat down with Danny to discuss his experiences with mental health, including being affected by symptoms of mental ill health, becoming more educated and now providing mental health and wellbeing support services.  Guest: Danny @DannyGreevesBMW | https://www.dannygreevescoaching.com   Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I am joined by Claire and we discuss mental health in the workplace, specifically retail and the growth of mental health blogging.  Guest: Claire @iammissserenity | https://www.missserenity.co.uk Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com  

In this episode I talk with J’Anmetra (JoJo), we laugh our way through some serious & some lighthearted aspects to mental health. Including some of J’Anmetra’s amazing work/ projects: The Sister Rise Retreat, Transition to Freedom, Be Fearless Blog and more. Guest: J’Anmetra | @janmetra | http://www.livepastcrazy.com/ Host: Mike | @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

In this episode I am joined by Linn Rivers, as we discuss trauma, recovery, our own exceptions and judgments; along with the importance of investing in yourself.  Guest: Linn Rivers https://www.linnrivers.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

This episode we join a zoom call to hear about the launch of student living specialist Scape ’s Fresher & Healthy service for university students. Hear from TV and A&E doctor Dr Alex George, as well as Neil Smith (Scape’s UK/IE Managing Director) & Gogodoc (Scape’s GP partner for the Fresher & Healthy service). Find out more about Scape - https://www.scape.com Host: Mike @Mike_Doug...

This episode I speak with Danielle and we discuss lived experience of mental health, the positives of journalling and writing, along with the importance of prioritising yourself.  Guest: Danielle @journaldiscovery | http://www.discoveryjournal.co.uk/ Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode I talk to Nicole, Co-Founder of Blink Mental Health. Nicole shares her lived experience and we discuss if awareness raising is preventing a more honest look at mental health service provision. We also get an insight to Blink and their workshops.  Guest: Nicole @blink_campaign_ | www.blinkmentalhealth.org.uk Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com 

Today I am sharing my thoughts on a few podcast, but more so podcasting in general. I also share why podcasting has been important for me and the role I think it has/ can play in mental health conversations.  Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com  

This episode I recap World Suicide Prevention Day and upcoming World Mental Health Day, along with this months International Podcast Day. I also discuss why we are still here and the upcoming guests, along with an emotional reaction to a daytime tv show.  Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

This week I sat down with myself and had a think about World Suicide Prevention Day, and some of the resources and conversations happening at the moment.  Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

This episode involves conversations about crisis, self harm and suicide.  This week I sat down with Janetta from The Epiphany Process, even though my internet wasn't great this week, I really enjoyed our conversation regarding crisis level conversations and the importance of them. In this episode Jenetta shares her personal experience of suicide. Guest: Jenetta @Jenetta_TEP | www.theepiphanyp...