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This 'discussion with' episode I am joined by Lynn and as talk OCD eating disorders, having a child with a mental health illness and becoming an author. Links: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hope-Eating-Disorders-Lynn-Crilly/dp/1848508921 Guest: Lynn www.lynncrill.com | @LynnCrilly Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

In this latest MegaCast episode with Matt and Wes, we discuss therapy; the things we have learnt, the approach to therapy and the stigma around it. Co-Host: Matt @BeyondYourPast | www.beyondyourpast.com Co-Host: Wes @WesA1966 | www.audiorising.com Co-Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

Last weekend I attended the Vuelio Blog Awards, now renamed as the Online Influence Awards. Listen in as I talk through my thoughts and experience at the event. Follow @Vuelio to find out more. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussions with' episode we are delighted to be joined by Anders. We discuss Urbanista campaigns, mental health awareness raising, and collaborating with the Tim Burgling Foundation (also known as Avicii). Mentioned - www.timberglingfoundation.org Guest: Anders www.urbanista.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

Join me for a possible one time quiz... maybe two time? Quiz part of the Time to Change resources that can be found at https://www.time-to-change.org.uk › mental-health-quiz Host/ Quiz Master: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussion with' episode we are joined by Laura, who is returning after 2 years! We talk recovery, medication, story sharing and more. Guest: Laura @LauraBurtonx | lauralikeschange.wordpress.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | mikesopenjournal.com

An insight into my Great South Run experience, not as long as planned, but thats because I was focused on the running. So Im ok with that. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | mikesopenjournal.com

This episode I let you know why I am taking part in PAPYRUS' Hope Walk this October. Mentioned in this episode: Samaritans, CPSL Mind, Stop Suicide, Zero Suicide Alliance, PAPYRUS Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | mikesopenjournal.com

I sit down to tell you why I love the MegaCast episodes with Matt and Wes. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussion with' episode we are finally joined by our very special guest Laura. We talk: personal experiences, teaching, education and relationships. Guest: Laura Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

With the recent release of of 13 Reasons Why season 3, I sit down to talk through some of my thoughts about the new season. Audio clip from Netflix's 13 Reasons Why Signposting to: Samaritans, NHS, Survivors UK, Rape Crisis, The Survivors Trust Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This episode is a quick trailer, kinda, for the upcoming episodes after our one month break. See... talk soon. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

Following my wellbeing workshop at Mental Health Blog Awards, I wanted to share the wellbeing apps, projects and website that were discussed/ mentioned on the day. Its a bit of a list, but hopefully theres something here you'll find useful. Direct links can be found in my recent blog post. Or you can search the relevant apps/ site/ project. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

A few highlights and insights from yesterdays Mental Health Blog Awards. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This episode I sat down for the third time with Amer, we had a great chat talking: labels, Trump, Russell Brand, Brexit and a few other topics. Ep70 Discussion Amer - https://soundcloud.com/mikesopenjournal/ep70-discussion-with-amer Wrestling Plug Podcast: @WrestlePlug Guest: Amer @HarbingerPW Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

Abbey's back. We had a great chat about wellbeing, there was a fair bit of thinking going on in this one. Mainly because we hadn't planned our topic haha. Guest: Abbey @AbbieVolunteers | searchingforastrongerme.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussion with' episode I spoke to Joe about comedy, autism, neurodiversity, and mental health. Joe is currently preparing for Edinburgh Fringe, so make sure you look out for his live performances later this year. Guest: Joe @JoeWellsComic | www.joewellscomic.org.uk Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussions with' episode I talk with Lucy and Hope about their experience and the Grace Dear Trust. We may mention that education is important... Grace Dear Trust - www.thegracedeartrust.co.uk Guests: Lucy & Hope Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

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Hey Team, a theoretically short episode from me today. Heres an update on whats been happening and whats coming soon. Mentioned Papyrus, Hope Walk - www.papyrus-uk.org Mental Health Blog Awards - www.mikesopenjournal.com/mhblogawards Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussion with' episode I sit down with Hope and talk all things running, writing, youth mental health, professional services and dump the scales. Links: Stand Tall Little Girl - www.triggerpublishing.com/product/stand-tall-little-girl Dump The Scales - www.change.org/p/eating-disorders-are-not-just-about-weight-dumpthescales Guest: Hope @HopeVirgo | www.hopevirgo.com Host: Mike @Mike_Dougl...

Join me in this 'discussion with' episode as I talk to Nia and Lottie about their campaign/ short film 'A Storied Mind'. We discuss poetry, journalling, photography campaigns and more. Video - http://youtu.be/ZaGN6Yelo7Q Guest: Lottie @a_storied_mind_ | www.lottiebphotography.com Guest: Nia @a_storied_mind_ Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

Welcome to my attempt at a 10 minute chat, it didn't work. I talk about Mental Health Awareness Week, my attempt an understanding BDD, and a couple of other things. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This 'Discussion with' episode I am joined by Laura. We chat cold water, tree hugging, post-its and hear about Laura's experiences that led to the it affects me campaign. Guest: Laura @LauraDarrall | www.itaffectsme.co.uk Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.mikesopenjournal.com

This 'discussion with' episode I sat down with Anneli from the Pigletish podcast to talk all things mental health, podcasts, advocating and houses... Guest: Anneli @pigletish | www.pigletish.com Host: Mike @Mike_DOuglas_ | wwwmikesopenjournal.com