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Open Journal

Mike Douglasopenjournalbc.com
Open Journal Podcast (part of the BlogCast) focuses on the many aspects of mental health; including illness, wellness, stigma and support and the lives affected by mental health. Mike and his guests discuss a range of topics including: health, relationships, education, local events and product reviews.
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Episodes

Ep282 Surf Therapy with Robyn

In this episode Robyn and Alison from The Wave Project join us to introduce the history, support and fun that comes with wet suits and conversations on the shoreline. Guests: Robyn & Alison Website: waveproject.co.uk | Facebook: @waveprojectuk | Instagram: @waveprojectuk | Twitter: @waveproject Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @mike_douglas_ | Threads: @mike_douglas_ | Twitter: @mike_douglas_...

Nov 28, 202342 min

Ep281 Mental Health Blog Awards 2023

In this episode we look back at MHBA23. This includes snippets introducing the three speakers and the full awards ceremony. Find out more about the Mental Health Blog Awards mhblogawards.com | Instagram: @mhblogawards | Threads: @mhblogawards | Twitter: @mhblogawards Host: Mike openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @mike_douglas_ | Threads: @mike_douglas_ | Twitter: @mike_douglas_...

Nov 14, 202343 min

Ep280 Counselling to Coaching, with Chantelle

In this episode Chantelle joins us to talk all things Mind3dom; counselling, psychotherapy and coaching. After our conversation Mind3dom underwent a brand refresh, with a new name, Mind Un-tied. Guest: Chantelle Website: www.minduntied.com | Insta: @mind_untied | Facebook: MindUntied/ | LinkedIn: minduntied Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Insta: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_...

Nov 01, 202347 min

Ep279 Brave & Publishing with Sam

In this episode Sam joins us to share her insights with sharing our own lived experience and story sharing by publishing. Guest: Sam Instagram: @SWATTBooks | Facebook: @SWATTBooks | YouTube: SWATT Books | Website: www.frombrokentobrave.co.uk | Broken to Brave Book Order Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: www.openjournalbc.com...

Oct 17, 202350 min

Ep278 International Podcast Day

In this episode Mike introduces a few of the podcasts he listens to and encourages finding your new podcasts. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: www.openjournalbc.com

Sep 30, 202322 min

Ep277 Paternity Leave

In this episode Mike reflects back on some podcast conversations, and where we are today; leading into a short podcast break. Host: Mike IG: @Mike_Douglas_ TW: @Mike_Douglas_ WB: www.openjournalbc.com

Sep 05, 202322 min

Ep276 Working, Warnings & Winning with Emma

In this episode Emma joins us to talk awareness days, content warnings, and to share an update on her challenges and successes. Guest: Emma IG: @RedSilvermountains FB: @RedSilvermountainsBlog Host: Mike IG: @Mike_Douglas_ TW: @Mike_Douglas_ WB: www.openjournalbc.com...

Aug 22, 20231 hr 25 min

Ep275 Expectations and Experinces with Albie

In this episode Albie joins us to chat about autism, accessing services, self diagnosis and service expectations. Guest: Albie Twitter: @ActuallyAlbie | Website: Update coming soon Host: Mike Twitter: ⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠⁠ | Website: ⁠⁠openjournalbc.com⁠⁠ Find out how to become a guest: ⁠⁠https://www.openjournalbc.com/be-a-guest⁠⁠ Podcast introduction and guests: ⁠⁠https://www.openjournalbc.com/podcast⁠ ⁠...

Aug 08, 202355 min

Ep274 Portsmouth Comic Con with Nick & Olly

In this episode Nick (Portsmouth Comic Con, Event Producer) and Olly (Cosplayer with Dream Team Portsmouth) join us to chat all things Portsmouth Comic Con: it's history, community and charity engagement, event experiences and insights to next year. Guest: Nick Twitter: @PComicCon Instagram: @portsmouthcomiccon Website: portsmouthcomiccon.com Website: portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Guest: Olly Instagram: @dreamteamportsmouth Facebook: @Dream-Team-Portsmouth Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ Instagr...

Jul 25, 202348 min

Ep273 Representation and Thoughts with Aeron

In this second part to our most recent conversation Aeron chats representation, creating and maintaining characters, cats vs dogs and opinions vs facts. Guest: Aeron Twitter: ⁠@AeronNixDesign⁠ | Instagram: ⁠@aeronnixdesign ⁠ Host: Mike Twitter: ⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠ | Instagram: ⁠@Mike_Douglas_⁠ | Website: ⁠openjournalbc.com⁠ Find out how to become a guest: ⁠https://www.openjournalbc.com/be-a-guest⁠ Podcast introduction and guests: ⁠https://www.openjournalbc.com/podcast⁠...

Jul 11, 202356 min

Ep272 Wrestling with Aeron

In this first part to our most recent conversation Aeron updates us on his wrestling experiences, the impact on his wellbeing and a move to more creative roles. Guest: Aeron Twitter: @AeronNixDesign | Instagram: @aeronnixdesign Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com Find out how to become a guest: https://www.openjournalbc.com/be-a-guest Podcast introduction and guests: https://www.openjournalbc.com/podcast...

Jun 27, 202340 min

Ep271 Expanding Horizons with Roger

In this episode Roger joins us to talk running, and more specifically running off road. Along with the impact it can have on our wellbeing. Guest: Roger Twitter: @irunoffroad | Instagram: @irunoffroad | Website: www.irunoffroad.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: www.openjournalbc.com

Jun 13, 202350 min

Ep270 Mental Health Blog Awards 2023

In this episode I talk about the Mental Health Blog Awards. Theres a little history, some insights, and what's coming up in 2023. Find out more about MHBA: Twitter: ⁠ @MHBlogAwards | Instagram: ⁠ @MHBlogAwards | Website: ⁠ mhblogawards.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com...

May 30, 202324 min

Ep269 Pets, Partners, Projects with Tom

In this episode Tom joins us to talk dogs/ pets, marriage and support, the theatre and News from the Rooftop . Guest: Tom Twitter: @TomYork | Instagram: @tomyork_ldn | Website: tomyorksays.wordpress.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com...

May 16, 202358 min

Ep268 Lived Experience Shared with Emily

In this episode Emily joins us again, having previously been on the podcast in March 2020 and June 2019. In this episode Emily shares an update on her lived experience and how sharing it is helping mental health services in her area. Along with insights to Emilys work with Beat and recent book projects and publications. Guest: Emily Instagram: @empoweringem93 | Links: www.linktr.ee/emilyn93 Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_

May 02, 202350 min

Ep267 Digital Craft, Creativity & Community, with Bex

In this episode Bex joins us to discuss digital art, gaming, cosplay and their potential connectedness. Along with reflecting on how a community can support our wellbeing. Guest: Bex Website: bexhelen.com | Instagram: @BexHelen | Twitter: @BexHelen | Instagram Art: @raelkisnet Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_

Apr 18, 202354 min

Ep266 Health and Exercise with Elspeth

In this episode Elspeth joins us to discuss World Health Day, becoming active and finding boxing, along with introducing us to endometriosis. This is the second episode in a two part conversation. Guest: Elspeth @elspethfit Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

Apr 04, 202357 min

Ep265 Living a life with Elspeth

In this episode Elspeth joins us to discuss lived experience of mental health illnesses, changing life situations and splitting your time and focus. This is the first episode in a two part conversation. Guest: Elspeth @elspethfit Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

Mar 21, 202346 min

Ep264 Music Meditation, Singing and Smiling with Xann

In this episode Xann, Co-Founder of Biiah, joins us to discuss singing, music, meditation; the impact on our wellbeing. Along with introducing us to Biiah. Guest: Xann Instagram: @xannzibar | Twitter: @xannzibar | Website: biiah.com | Instagram: @biiahofficial | Twitter: @biiahhq Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_

Mar 07, 202330 min

Ep263 Living Our Own Happiness with Alice

In this episode Alice joins us to discuss her recent travels, live experiences living our own happiness and we discuss how we value items and experiences. Guest: Alice @Alice_Dartnell | alicedartnell.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Feb 21, 202341 min

Ep262 Adore Dance with Joe

In this episode Joe introduces us to Adore Dance in London. We discuss the role classes can have on fitness, routine, loneliness and general wellbeing. Guest: Joe @adoredance.london | https://www.adoredance.london Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com...

Feb 07, 202332 min

Ep261 Day Crafting with Bruce

In this episode Bruce joins us to discuss day crafting, writing, being creative and being proactive with our environments and routines. Guest: Bruce daycrafting.com | @day_crafting Host: Mike openjournalbc.com | @Mike_Douglas_

Jan 24, 202352 min

Ep260 Our Online Community?

In this episode Mike looks back at his online mental health community experience and where it is now. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Jan 10, 202319 min

Ep259 Thanks for 2022

A short thank you for me for all your support in 2022. Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Dec 27, 20229 min

Ep257 The Self & Karate, with Abdul

In this episode Abdul joins us to talk karate and wellbeing. Including how it can support our confidence and self esteem. Guest: Abdul gkrkarate.com | https://www.karatefans.co.uk/how-karate-changed-my-life/ Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | openjournalbc.com

Nov 29, 202246 min

Ep256 Psychology of the Psychologist, with Farya

In this episode Farya joins us to talk about her experiences as a Psychologist and soon to be Author. We discuss different services and delivery styles, including how group sessions can impact people differently. Guest: Farya @reinventing.path | www.reinventingpath.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com...

Nov 15, 202243 min

Ep255 Mike's Fundraising

In this episode I introduce (promote) my 2022 fundraising adventure. Find out more by reading my Blog post or by visiting my fundraising page . Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

Nov 02, 202226 min

Ep254 Music & Motivation with Adam

In this episode Adam joins us to share his lived experiences with depression, PTSD, stress and his creative wellbeing through music. Adam’s Story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fIBwSXvlCs Listen to Adam's album - https://soundcloud.com/adam-129087330/sets/welcome-to-the-next-century/s-Tf2zOjKRq1g Guest: Adam @adamlanceley Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com...

Oct 18, 202234 min

Ep253 Self Accepance and Streaming with Dave

In this episode Dave joins us to talk about self acceptance and celebrating ourselves, his lived experience with Bipolar and as a Twitch Streamer. Guest: Dave @mindsetbydave | www.mindsetbydave.com Host: Mike @Mike_Douglas_ | www.openjournalbc.com

Oct 04, 20221 hr 16 min
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