Bryony Gordon, a writer and journalist, shares her journey of overcoming alcohol and depression by running the London marathon in her underwear. They discuss the power of honesty, the mental health benefits of running, strategies to overcome resistance, and the positive outcomes of pushing beyond comfort zones.
Being honest about one's struggles and reaching out for help can lead to positive changes and a stronger sense of self.
Promoting body diversity and acceptance through representation in media and social media is essential.
Running can help develop discipline, overcome mental barriers, and create a positive mindset towards one's body.
Deep dives
Bryony Gordon's journey of mental health recovery
Bryony Gordon shares her personal journey of overcoming mental health issues and finding self-acceptance through honesty and running. She emphasizes the importance of talking about mental health and the power of being oneself. Bryony encourages people to challenge negative body image and embrace their bodies. She also discusses how running has positively impacted her mental health and helped her build confidence.
The impact of honesty and self-care
Bryony highlights the positive effects of being honest about one's struggles and reaching out for help. She shares how her own honesty has led to positive changes and a stronger sense of self. Bryony emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-acceptance in overcoming negative body image and improving mental well-being.
The need for representation and diversity
Bryony discusses the importance of representation in the media and social media to promote body diversity and acceptance. She encourages people to follow a variety of body positive accounts and challenge societal beauty standards. Bryony emphasizes that everyone's body is unique and valid.
Overcoming the fear of judgment
Bryony talks about challenging the fear of judgment and focusing on being oneself. She shares how running has helped her to develop discipline and overcome mental barriers. Bryony encourages people to push through negative thoughts and take small steps towards their goals.
Creating a positive mindset and living authentically
Bryony emphasizes the importance of creating a positive mindset and not wasting time on negative thoughts about one's body. She encourages people to embrace authenticity, love themselves, and focus on what truly matters in life. Bryony also underscores the power of vulnerability and how it can lead to personal growth and connection with others.
Running saved Bryony Gordon from herself. After years struggling with alcohol and depression, she found a fresh perspective on the world after slipping on some trainers and... doing the London marathon in her underwear.
The writer and journalist joins Fearne for a chat about how she went from the couch to 5k - and then to 26 miles - whilst still dealing with the huge mental stress of her day-to-day life.
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