Hurt to Healing

In this emotionally charged episode, we sit down with Ben West, a passionate mental health advocate and campaigner who has faced unimaginable challenges following the tragic suicide of his beloved brother. Ben shares his heart-wrenching story, recounting the painful experience of giving his brother CPR in a desperate attempt to save his life. The trauma of that fateful day has left an indelible mark on Ben's life, yet his journey through grief and loss has also been a profound teacher.Through his own experiences, Ben has become a huge advocate for mental health awareness and education. He passionately emphasizes the importance of equipping individuals with the knowledge and tools to recognise and address mental health issues. In this raw and honest conversation, Ben inspires us with his resilience and determination to ensure that no one suffers in silence, and that we all have the capacity to help and support each other in times of need. His mission is a powerful call to action for us all to prioritise mental well-being and foster a community of understanding and compassion.Find Ben: Website: https://www.benwest.org.uk/Instagram: @iambenwestBook: https://amzn.eu/d/3lBx8FgFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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 talk to Anna Donaghey, who candidly shares her personal journey of battling with alcohol addiction and the profound impact it had on her life. Anna's story is one of resilience and self-discovery as she recounts the relentless cycle of drinking, failed moderation attempts, and self-loathing that left her feeling trapped and exhausted. She reflects on the internal conflict that dominated her thoughts, stole her time, and drained her energy. .In today’s episode, Anna describes the approach she now coaches—a method that has allowed her to relegate alcohol to insignificance in her life. Anna's transformation is a testament to the power of changing one's beliefs, and in this episode, she offers valuable insights and strategies to empower others to break free from the grip of addiction, regain control, and unlock their true potential. Find Anna:Website: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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 Millie Gooch, the founder of the Sober Girl Society and one of the voices leading the sobriety movement in the UK. As a journalist, she has written for a range of publications, and her campaigning work has been featured everywhere from ELLE and Stylist to the BBC and Evening Standard. Millie is full of wisdom and her honesty about her own journey to sobriety is one I’m sure a lot of people will relate to. In today’s episode, we speak all about the moment she decided to stop drinking, how it’s transformed her life and how attitudes towards not drinking are changing for the better.Find Millie:Instagram: @milliegoochSober Girl Society: https://sobergirlsociety.com/Buy her book: https://amzn.eu/d/dUj3U05Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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.

In this HEALING 101 episode, we explore the profound connection between body image and our inner selves. I am joined by Jessi Kneeland, a seasoned personal trainer and body image coach. Jessi challenges the common misconception that altering our physical appearance can magically solve our internal struggles. Instead, she delves into the heart of the matter, unveiling the deeper layers of body image issues that often transcend the physical realm.Drawing from her extensive experience, Jessi highlights the prevalence of body hatred, anxiety, obsession, and dysmorphia, even among individuals who have achieved their fitness goals. She introduces the concept of "body neutrality," an approach that encourages self-acceptance and respect for our bodies, regardless of whether they align with societal ideals. Jessi offers actionable and transformative methods to defuse the power of body image issues, ultimately freeing individuals to experience true confidence, security, and satisfaction in their lives.Find Jessi:Website: https://www.jessikneeland.com/Instagram: @jessikneelandPodcast: This Is (Not) About Your BodyFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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 honoured to be joined by a remarkable guest who's on a mission to transform the way we perceive and address mental health. Danny Gray, the founder of JAAQ and War Paint for Men, has a story that resonates deeply with so many. His struggle with body dysmorphia, particularly regarding his ears and hair, began during his teenage years, casting a long shadow over his self-esteem and mental well-being.Today, Danny joins us to share his inspiring journey of resilience. He reveals how he manages his mental health now, providing valuable insights for those facing similar challenges. But Danny's story goes beyond his personal struggle; it's about turning pain into purpose.Through JAAQ, Danny is on a mission to educate and empower individuals about mental health and disorders like body dysmorphia. He knows firsthand the transformative impact of awareness and understanding. In this episode, we'll explore the reasons behind his passion for this cause and why he believes education is essential.So, if you're ready to be inspired by a mission for societal change, this episode is the one to listen to.Find Danny Gray: War Paint for Men: https://warpaintformen.com/Instagram: @danny.h.grayJAAQ: @jaaqofficialFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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 honoured to be speaking to Professor David John Nutt, an English neuropsychopharmacologist specialising in the research of drugs that affect the brain and conditions such as addiction, anxiety, and sleep. He is the chairman of Drug Science, a non-profit which he founded in 2010 to provide independent, evidence-based information on drugs. This was such a fascinating conversation and I’ve been desperate to speak to him for so long seeing as I’ve had my own experience with psychedelics.In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into psychedelics and I ask him the questions I’ve always wanted to know such what was the reason therapeutic use of psychedelics was made illegal, why the research surrounding them has always been shrouded in controversy and whether he thinks the general outlook on psychedelics is ever likely to change in the UK. It’s a fascinating conversation and Professor David Nutt explains even the most complicated topics in such a clear and concise way so I really do hope you enjoy it.   Find Professor David Nutt: Twitter: @ProfDavidNuttDrug Science: https://www.drugscience.org.uk/Book on Psychedelics: https://www.drugscience.org.uk/Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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 speaking to a truly inspiring guest whose journey through grief and healing has been nothing short of extraordinary. He's a father who faced the most profound loss a parent can endure, and he's here to share his remarkable story of resilience. Ben Goldsmith, author of the deeply touching book "God is an Octopus".Ben's world was shattered by the tragic loss of his beloved daughter, and in the depths of his grief, he found solace in an unexpected place – nature. Through his experiences and his poignant words, Ben discovered the healing power of the natural world, a source of comfort and renewal in the darkest of times. In today's episode, we'll delve into Ben's journey of coping with grief, the role of nature in his healing process, and the profound insights he's gained along the way. His book, "God is an Octopus," beautifully captures the essence of this transformative journey.Find Ben:Instagram: @bengoldsmithTwitter: @bengoldsmithBook: https://amzn.eu/d/jbEgMcpFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram: @hurttohealingpod--A big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. Thank you to our corporate supporter, Brown Advisory, a global investment management firm which is passionate about raising awareness of mental health challenges in order to help people thrive in an ever-changing world.Stay 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 episode I am joined by podcaster, author, former Made in Chelsea cast member and a very old friend of mine, Caggie Dunlop. Caggie is well known for her podcast, Saturn Returns, which is designed to help listeners feel calm during times of transitions - particularly during our late twenties which is a time that often brings big periods of change and unrest in many aspects of our lives. Caggie has recently written a book inspired by her hugely popular podcast where she shares personal stories, expert advice and empowers readers to embrace their own spiritual journey. Caggie knows first hand how challenging this period is and has been very open about feeling unsettled during her twenties, struggling with both anxiety and depression and drinking in a destructive way. I’m so pleased to have the opportunity to talk to her today about what she did to overcome the discomfort, learn to accept herself and ultimately improve her mental health.Find Caggie: Saturn Returns Website: https://www.saturnreturns.co.uk/instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caggiesworld/Book: https://amzn.eu/d/7qRvEqZPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/saturn-returns-with-caggie/id1502641301Follow Hurt to Healing on Instagram:@hurttohealingpodA big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. And a massive thank you to The&Partnership for supporting my mission and showing what we can achieve when we come together. To find out more about the work The&Partnership creates, visit theandpartnership.com.Stay 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 Summer Special, I am joined by Dr Louise Newson, a GP and renowned Menopause Specialist, author, podcast host and the founder of the Balance app. Louise is passionate about improving education about the perimenopause and menopause and improving awareness of safe prescribing of HRT to healthcare professionals. Women are increasingly discussing the forgetfulness, anxiety and suicidal thoughts they have experience as their hormones change in midlife. It’s true that the link between menopause and depression is now sufficiently recognised and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence now recommends HRT as the first line of treatment for low mood or anxiety in menopausal women. Today, I speak to Louise all about mental health and emotional wellbeing in the perimenopause and menopause, particularly the psychological symptoms and ask her about how we can support our mental health during these changes.Find Louise:Website: https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dr-louise-newson-podcast/id1459614845Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopause_doctor/?hl=enFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram:@hurttohealingpodA big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. And a massive thank you to The&Partnership for supporting my mission and showing what we can achieve when we come together. To find out more about the work The&Partnership creates, visit theandpartnership.com.Stay 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 Summer Special, we have a returning guest, Dr Katia Fredriksen and if you haven’t listened to her episode on ADHD and children then I highly recommend you do so. Dr Katia is a licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in pediatric neuropsychology. She evaluates clients ranging from preschool to university students with autism spectrum disorders, learning differences, ADHD, executive functioning difficulties, and emotional vulnerabilities. In this episode, we will be focusing on autism in children, the different ways it presents itself and how it can be harnessed positively from a young age.Find Katia: Book appointment: https://stixrud.com/staff/katia-fredriksen/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuropsychmomdocs/?hl=enFollow Hurt to Healing on Instagram:@hurttohealingpodA big thank you our wonderful charity partner Shout. Shout is the UK's first 24/7 mental health text support service so if you’re struggling or in need of someone to talk to, please remember to text Shout to 85258. And a massive thank you to The&Partnership for supporting my mission and showing what we can achieve when we come together. To find out more about the work The&Partnership creates, visit theandpartnership.com.Stay 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.