Hurt to Healing

On today’s episode I am joined by Katie Maycock, a Burnout Specialist and Speaker dedicated to helping individuals regain control of their health and overcome burnout. With a background in Nutrition and Physiology, Katie brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise to her work. After experiencing chronic health issues due to her corporate career's demands, Katie embarked on a journey to understand and address burnout's detrimental impact. Now, she works with Type A professionals, including CEOs, Directors, and Entrepreneurs, to help them prioritize their well-being and achieve peak performance.In this insightful conversation, Katie shares her personal journey with burnout, highlighting common signs and symptoms and exploring its effects on relationships and self-perception. She discusses societal pressures, resilience-building techniques, and the importance of seeking support to navigate burnout and cultivate self-compassion. This episode offers valuable insights and practical strategies for anyone seeking to overcome burnout and thrive in both their personal and professional lives.Find Katie:Website: getyourshittogether.ioInstagram: @getyourshittogether.ioFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Dr. Mark Horowitz, a trainee psychiatrist and co-founder of Outro Health, as he shares his groundbreaking insights on safely tapering off SSRIs. Mark reveals his personal battle with SSRIs and the importance of hyperbolic tapering, emphasizing slow reductions to lessen withdrawal symptoms. He discusses the misconceptions of addiction, the risks associated with antidepressants, and the alternatives to medication for mental health. Listeners gain valuable tools for reclaiming their mental health journey and understand the broader implications for those prescribed psychiatric medications.

On today’s episode, I am joined by James O'Loghlin, a distinguished television and radio host, acclaimed author, and one of Australia’s foremost corporate speakers. I first discovered James when I was in Sydney a few months ago and heard his podcast with Professor Ian Hickie (another one of our previous guests) called Minding Your Mind. Today's episode is a slightly different format to our regular Tuesday episodes, rather than being about James' own mental health journey, the conversation revolves around the importance of human connection for mental health and its pivotal role in nurturing our mental wellbeing.Find James:Website: jamesologhlin.comTwitter: @jamesologhlinFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s HEALING 101, I am joined by Thomas Curran, a leading expert in the psychology of perfectionism. With a keen understanding of this complex trait, Thomas sheds light on its nuanced impact on mental health and relationships.Throughout our conversation, we delve deep into the essence of perfectionism, exploring its origins, manifestations, and detrimental effects on individuals' well-being. Thomas shares invaluable insights into the personality types prone to perfectionism and uncovers the root causes driving this relentless pursuit of flawlessness.Find Thomas:Website: thomcurran.comInstagram: @thom_curranFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing our guest for today's episode, Louise Boyce, also known as @mamastillgotit. Louise's journey is a profound exploration of resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of motherhood. From her early experiences in the modeling industry to her ongoing battle with anxiety and an eating disorder, Louise candidly shares her struggles and triumphs, offering valuable insights into mental health and the pressures of societal expectations.Louise opens up about her journey with anxiety, the challenges of navigating the modeling world's beauty standards, and the complex relationship between body image and self-worth. She reflects on her decision to step back from the industry to prioritize her well-being and shares the pivotal moments that led to her recovery. As a mother, Louise delves into the transformative impact of parenthood on her mental health, discussing the highs, lows, and unexpected joys of raising children. Through her platform, Mama Still Got It, Louise empowers women to embrace their authentic selves and find strength in vulnerability, challenging the stigma surrounding maternal mental health.Find Louise:Website: mamastillgotit.comTwitter: @mamastillgotit_Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s Healing 101 I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Emma Svanberg, an award-winning Clinical Psychologist for Parents. Emma shares insights into the significance of delving into our childhood experiences to shape adult relationships. She discusses the lasting impact of emotional trauma on relationships, the struggle for healing, and the link between trauma and self-relationship. The conversation turns to the possibility of full healing from childhood abuse or trauma and practical steps to achieve it. Join me for a concise yet insightful conversation with Emma on the profound connection between childhood experiences and adult well-being.Find Emma:Website: dremmasvanberg.comInstagram: @mumologistFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am joined by Professor Ian Hickie, a leading expert in mental health. With a distinguished career dedicated to understanding and addressing depression, Professor Hickie brings invaluable insights into the symptoms, causes, and impacts of mental health challenges, particularly within relationships.Throughout this episode, we delved into crucial topics, exploring strategies for maintaining a healthy balance between autonomy and relationships, as well as practical advice for supporting loved ones experiencing mental health challenges. Additionally, Professor Hickie shares insights from his groundbreaking research on the role of new technologies in understanding and treating depressive disorders, offering us a glimpse into the latest advancements in this vital field. Find Ian:Twitter: @ian_hickieFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's Healing 101, I'm thrilled to be joined by Nik and Eva Speakman, the world-leading life change experts, and ITV's This Morning resident therapists. In this episode they share insights into their backgrounds and unique therapeutic approaches for tackling relationship challenges. The Speakmans address common mental health issues affecting relationships, offering practical advice on communication, trust, and navigating external influences. They discuss the importance of individucal self care within relationships and how they have built strength as a couple. The episode concludes with actionable steps for couples to enhance their bond and mental well-being leaving us with empowering words of encouragement.Find Nik and Eva:Website: nikandeva.comInstagram: @thespeakmansFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am joined by Becky Excell, a Sunday Times best-selling author with over 1 million followers on social media, who joins me to discuss her complex relationship with food including struggling with an eating disorder and managing a gluten allergy for over 15 years. Becky openly shares how she transitioned into a food-based career and provides valuable insights into her recovery journey, reflecting on how she has embraced a healthier relationship with food and managed to navigate the challenges of working in the food industry. This is a really wonderful episode and one that I found incredibly relatable and Becky offers wisdom and inspiration for anyone grappling with similar struggles.Find Becky:Website: glutenfreecuppatea.co.ukInstagram: @beckyexcellFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s HEALING 101 I am joined by Rebekah Allon-Smith from ADFAM - a charity that provides support to loved ones and family members living close to dependent drug and alcohol users. In this episode, Rebekah talks about the common signs of mental strain among partners and family members of individuals struggling with addiction, offering insights into maintaining mental well-being while navigating the complexities of supporting a loved one through recovery.More information on ADFAM: https://adfam.org.uk/Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpodHurt to Healing Website: hurttohealing.co.ukStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.