Recently, I have found the world of mental health on social media and the press to be a minefield. So many people are now trying to divide others and try to exert their own opinions on the subject, that we have lost the message. We need to help raise awareness and end mental health stigma, rather than try to focus so much on terminology. I have another podcast that I do with my daughter called Permission to Beat up Dad? please check it out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-...
Mar 12, 2019•12 min
*****TRIGGER WARNING***** We will be talking about needles and injections, so if this is a trigger for you, please proceed with caution. Today my 12-year-old daughter and I will be discussing her needle phobia, and how she managed to overcome it enough to have her HPV vaccination. If you want to share your stories, please comment, or DM me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Mar 07, 2019•8 min
I read an interesting article in The Guardian website called : 'Meet my patients who've been left out of the mental health conversation' about how some people with serious mental health conditions are still being ignored and that more awareness is needed of their issues. Is mental health becoming a fashionable thing to talk about? Are we focusing too much on only one aspect of mental health? Please let me know your thoughts either on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or my website. --- Send in a voice me...
Mar 05, 2019•10 min
In an article on the CNN website, they talk about how eating more fruit and vegetables can improve your mental health. Is this true, or is there more to it than that? What are your thoughts? Please let me know on Twitter @walkingwithanxi gi6nwkrv --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 28, 2019•11 min
In this special episode, talk about my love of the Pink Panther movies (original versions), and how they help me when I'm feeling down. What movies help you feel good when you are sad? Let me know on Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 26, 2019•11 min
Something a little different but also linked to mental health. Games can be a good distraction for people who have problems with their mental health. This game - Township, is one that has become hard to put down, but also a great distraction for me. Note - I am not sponsored by this game, nor do I get anything for mentioning them. I just like it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Feb 21, 2019•8 min
I am back from a few days off, and I have news of a few things that will change on the podcast. I will be moving the episodes to a Tuesday and Thursday each week to give me more time to prepare. I am also changing the name of the podcast to Open Daws so I can include other aspects that interest me and hopefully you as well. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 18, 2019•6 min
Today, I talk about how mental health is portrayed in movies and TV shows. I also wonder if viewers are happy with seeing people upset on reality TV shows? Do they do enough to show the real problems of mental health? I would love to hear your thoughts. Leave a comment or say hi on my Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 12, 2019•10 min
Trying new foods when you have health anxiety linked to a fear of food poisoning and being sick isn't easy. That's why I am so glad I did Food of the World with my brother Neil and our friends Mark and Geoff. Please leave a review and say hi on Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 11, 2019•15 min
As children's mental health week comes to an end, I look at how we as parents can help our children with their mental health. How can parents learn to spot issues with their child's mental health? If you have any comments, or you just want to say Hi!, let me know on Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 08, 2019•14 min
If you were able to give advice to your younger self, what would it be? Today, I think about what I would say to my anxious self as a child, and how that might have changed my life now. If you want to share your story, let me know on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or just say Hi! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 07, 2019•14 min
In this special weekly series, I want to explore how mindfulness can help anxiety and improve mental health. I am going to explore resources and other ways to help make mindfulness a success, and see if it can help me. If you have any experiences with mindfulness, or any resources you think will help, please let me know on Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Feb 06, 2019•4 min
This week is children's health week, and I thought I would share my experience of dealing with mental health problems when I was a child. If you want to share your story, please DM me on Twitter and I will mention it anonymously if you wish. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 05, 2019•11 min
Sometimes, you have an idea that for whatever reason, doesn't work out. Today's show is about how I meant to record a podcast in advance...but it failed. Join in the show by sharing your story. DM me on Twitter. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Feb 04, 2019•8 min
A recent study has suggested that there are many benefits to switching off your Facebook. It states that by deactivating your social media accounts, you can feel better psychologically. It also points at improving relationships with friends and family. What are your thoughts? Please let me know on my website, or, DM me on Twitter (if you are still there.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Feb 01, 2019•10 min
Today is Young carers day, and I wanted to give all young carers a big shout out. They do such an amazing job looking after their families, and they need to be supported as much as possible. If you are a young carer, or you are a parent of a young carer, please ensure you are all getting the help you need. Many charities are there to offer support and advice. Rethink SANE Young Minds --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 31, 2019•9 min
An article in The Guardian today mentions a study at the University of Exeter. This study suggests those who get up early are less likely to suffer mental health problems. People who stay up later in the evening, but have to get up early in the morning are also more likely to suffer from mental health problems such as schizophrenia. What are your thought on this? Do you find it easy to get up early? Is your mental health affected by late nights? Please DM me on my Twitter with your thoughts. ---...
Jan 30, 2019•11 min
As a man (which I am), I am eager to help others including men, to speak out more about their mental health. Today, I ask why men aren't talking about mental health the same way women are. If you have a story or comment, please let me know on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or my website. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Jan 29, 2019•12 min
Pet therapy is growing and for good reason. It provides a lot of emotional and physical support to people suffering from mental health problems. However, you don't always realise when one of your pets is unhappy. My wife thought that one of our rabbits was unhappy with her new condo, so we decided to refurbish it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message
Jan 28, 2019•12 min
My daughter loves gaming, especially Roblox. However, there can be good and bad parts to gaming, especially online. Do you find gaming therapeutic for your mental health? Does playing games, relax you and distract you from what's going on in your life? Perhaps you find online gaming too stressful or that others online are causing problems. Share your stories with me and I may mention them in my next episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 25, 2019•9 min
Today, I talk about bullying, following an article on The Mighty about 10-year-old Seven Bridges who died by suicide after being bullied. Bullying is never OK, and I discuss some of the things you can do to get support and help if you are the victim of bullying. There are also many charities such as Young Minds, that offer advice and support. If you are being bullied, please speak to someone. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 24, 2019•15 min
Today, I talk about mental health being on the agenda at the World Economic Forum in Davos. It is great to see mental health issues being raised by people such as Prince William. However, it is also vital that this doesn't get drowned out by other topics on the agenda. Let's work together to get mental health trending at Davos on social media. Please subscribe and comment on the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 23, 2019•12 min
Having a bad anxiety day is bad enough, but when you have to be at work as well, it can be even worse. Today, I talk about how to make your anxiety better in the workplace. I also talk about the stigma surrounding people who can't work. As always, please comment and subscribe to my podcast. Also, tell your friends about the show if you think it can help them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 22, 2019•14 min
Today is supposed to be Blue Monday, when statistically, most people feel low mood and depression. On the show today, I talk about how for many people, Blue Monday isn't just one day a year. I also offer some tips on how you can help to raise your mood, whatever day it is. If you are feeling low, have depression, or anxiety, try to talk to someone who you trust, or speak to someone from one of the many charities that can help you. I have a list of charities on my website that you can contact for...
Jan 21, 2019•10 min
To say I am a fussy eater is a bit of an understatement, but when we went on a holiday to Spain, I thought I would try the local cuisine. Though the food was wonderful, I had a particularly difficult fight with a razor clam which I wanted to share with you today. If you suffer with food anxiety, or you simply don't like seafood, then you will find this episode interesting. Please remember to subscribe and rate my show, it makes so much difference to know you are enjoying it, or anything I need t...
Jan 18, 2019•11 min
Your mental health can be affected in many ways, especially when dealing with a difficult diagnosis such as MS. On today's episode, I talk to podcaster and blogger Kathy Reagan Young about how being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis affected her mental health, and how she now helps others. You can find Kathy's podcast and blog on her website FUMS.com, and you can also sign up to her latest project, Patients Getting Paid. If you have any questions about this episode, please let me know, I hope yo...
Jan 17, 2019•17 min
I love tech, but sometimes, being constantly connected to everyone else can become draining. Today, I discuss whether it's a good idea to occasionally take some time out, and turn off those mobile phones. Can being off the grid help your mental health? I also have a promo for a great podcast called Mouse and Weens, you can check them out and their podcast on their website. As always, please leave a comment on my website, and leave a review and a rating on your podcast platform. --- Send in a voi...
Jan 16, 2019•11 min
Today, I talk about how blogging has helped me as a type of therapy, to tell my story and how it has evolved over the years. I also talk about how popular blogging has become, and what you can do to become a blogger if you think you have a story to tell. Please spread the word, and tell at least one person about this podcast. Help me to raise the awareness of mental health and reduce the stigma. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 15, 2019•14 min
The way that mental health and conditions such as depression and bipolar disorder have been improved through research and greater understanding, is wonderful. It is even more amazing when you consider how doctors and therapists used to treat such conditions. I talk about how mental health treatment has changed, and how new technology and research has also eliminated some stigma. I also take a look at the role of the asylum, and how it dealt with people with mental health problems. Please feel fr...
Jan 14, 2019•18 min
Public toilets are often places you try to avoid unless absolutely necessary. However, if you do need to use them, what can you do to avoid getting germs? Some people even ask if you can you get an STD from a toilet seat. Please support Rethink Mental Health Charity by donating on my website. Please also leave a comment or a rating on the platform you are listening on, it will be much appreciated. Thank You! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message...
Jan 11, 2019•11 min
