The Blindboy Podcast A Mental Health plan for Christmas
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Dec 17, 2025 Explore the emotional complexities of shame during the festive season. The host shares personal anecdotes about navigating holiday triggers and how comparisons with family can spark feelings of inadequacy. He delves into the distinction between shame and regret, urging listeners to embrace self-reflection for growth. The conversation highlights the societal roots of shame and its connection to toxic masculinity, while also emphasizing the importance of emotional literacy. Finally, practical tips encourage transforming shame into actionable goals for mental well-being.
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Milk On A Shoestring
- Blindboyboatclub describes hanging fresh milk out his hotel window for years because many rooms lacked fridges.
- He kept doing this until he learned to request a fridge for medicines and now always books rooms with guaranteed fridges.
A Surreal Bexhill Hotel Experience
- Blindboyboatclub recounts a surreal stay in a hot beach hotel at Bexhill surrounded by very old guests and strange events.
- He details being followed by a dog, nearly trapped by the tide, and struggling to keep milk cool with melting ice.
Daily Practice As Mental Health Recovery
- Blindboyboatclub explains he's in active mental health recovery using deliberate daily practices to return to calm.
- He frames that practice like gym training: consistent effort builds emotional resilience over time.