Synopsis
Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each week joined by a special guest Mental is intended to be a safe space to hear honest and open discussion about mental health in the hope listeners will feel more empowered to continue the conversation with others. This podcast is a chance for Bobby to give back for the support he has received and share what he continues to learn in the ongoing journey for optimum mental wellbeing.Covering many, many topics that influence mental health, we focus on identity and the sheer weight of being a human in our modern, technology-filled world. Learn about different conditions from first-hand experience, with statistics you can trust and inspiring guests. Mental health is something to be mindful of just as much as physical health, and Mental strives to let listeners know that they dont have to do so alone. Oh, and remember you are enough!
Episodes
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93: Relationships & Mental Health (Part 1)
07/11/2019 Duration: 53minFor this two part miniserise we are delving further into how romantic relationship influence our mental health. With this part Bobby interviews Psychiatrist Dr Laura Dabney. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Get a free gift from this week’s guest lauradabney.com/mentalpodcastuk Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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92: Confidence & OCD - Struggling to access support can massively dent your self worth
31/10/2019 Duration: 51minFor this episode Bobby sits down with comedian and musician Kate Lucas to talk all about confidence as a factor in mental health. Kate also honestly shares some of the challenges she faced in getting support and diagnosis. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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91: Overcoming Failure - My setbacks inspired a whole new purpose in life
23/10/2019 Duration: 52minThis week we talk all about failure as a factor in mental health including some of the ways we can all learn from it. Bobby is joined by the inspirational Alex Staniforth, writer of Another Peak. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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90: Sex - This factor on our mental health goes both ways
16/10/2019 Duration: 58minWe’re getting into all things sex as a factor in mental health this week with guest Elaine Miller. In the episode was also explore how certain mental illnesses and medications can affect sexual performance or interest levels. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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89: Self Care - It’s not selfish, it’s vital
13/10/2019 Duration: 43minIn this re-released episode Bobby catches up with Shanley Lewis on all thing self care as one of the biggest factors in mental health. She created a business around self care subscription boxes. It’s like Graze boxes for the mind, now doesn’t that sound delightful. After all looking after yourself is a gift to everyone in your life, not just you. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Every Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that influences the mind and how to better manage it. Join the movement on: Instagram - http://instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - http://twitter.com/mental_podcast We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources - http://mentalpodcast.co.uk Licensed music: Puppy by Netsky on Lickd / Listen here: https://lnk.to/Netsky2ID
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88: Imposter Syndrome - It was a constant feeling of failure and waiting to be found out
09/10/2019 Duration: 51minHappy World Mental Health Day ! This week we are talking about an incredibly common factor in mental health with brilliant returning guest Fiona Thomas. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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87: Toxic Masculinity - Man up really just means shut up
06/10/2019 Duration: 46minIn this re-released episode we work to dissect the factors that lead to such high male suicide rates and many men feeling unable to talk about their feelings. With help from brilliant comedian Joe Sutherland who wrote a whole show about toxic masculinity, join us in taking on the male stereotypes that don’t help anyone. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Every Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that influences the mind and how to better manage it. Joe’s website - http://www.joesutherland.co.uk/about/ Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at http://bit.ly/MentalPetition Recommended Book: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne - Get your first audio book for free with our link http://bit.ly/mentalbooks Join the movement on: Instagram - http://instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - http://twitter.com/mental_podcast We also have a very blue website with loads of great resourc
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86: Depression & Anxiety - It’s taken time but I’ve become great at seeing them coming
03/10/2019 Duration: 57minThis week we’re joined by the hilarious Laura Lexx who shares her experience of the most common dual diagnosis. We also delve into her experiences of medication, counselling and family support as factors in her recovery. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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85: Insomnia - It was debilitating when I needed sleep the most
25/09/2019 Duration: 49minThis week we’re joined by fellow podcaster and entrepreneur Dan Murray-Serter to talk all things insomnia. He shares how his worst period of mental health surprisingly came at a time when his life was full of positives, plus how he was able to regain the sleep he so needed. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Join the weakly newsletter Heights at yourheights.com Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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84: Depression - These things that haunt you also let you see
19/09/2019 Duration: 38minThis week Bobby sits down with writer Rhik Samadder to talk all things Depression. We also cover why men often don’t speak up and how mental illness influences creativity. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Try Rhik’s book on Audible without link bit.ly/MentalBooks Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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83: Mental Health Education - It stands to transform young lives and you can be part of it
12/09/2019 Duration: 53minWe’re revisiting the subject of mental health education with the brilliant Jenny Pewsey. We talk progress of our campaign for it to be rolled out to all schools in the UK and how this would change the lives of our nations young people. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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82: Recovery - It’s about progress not perfection
04/09/2019 Duration: 58minThis week we’re joined by comedian Dave Chawner who shares his insight on the ups and downs of recovery. We also delve into media influences, toxic body standards and how to raise concerns with loved ones. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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81: Comedy & Mental Health - Ashley Storrie (part 3)
28/08/2019 Duration: 57minWe’re joined by the brilliant Ashley Storrie who shares how comedy has been fundamental in her personal growth and get her through some really tough times. This episode was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as the final part of our miniseries interviewing comedians on comedy and mental health. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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80: Comedy & Mental Health - Zoe Lyons (part 2)
21/08/2019 Duration: 46minWe interview Zoe Lyons this week who shares how she’s overcome loneliness and mental illness whilst touring. This episode was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part two of our miniseries interviewing comedians on comedy and mental health. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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79: Comedy & Mental Health - Bonus Episode @ Edinburgh Fringe Festival
18/08/2019 Duration: 06minThis episode was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part one of our miniseries interviewing comedians on comedy and mental health. In it Bobby asks each comedian why they believe conditions like depression and anxiety are more common in the comedy community. Featured comedians in order of appearance and their shows: - Zoe Lyons: Entry Level Human DEATILS - Dave Chawner: Mental DETAILS - Ashley Storrie: Hysterical DETAILS - Scott Gibson: White Noise DETAILS Recommended shows from other upcoming guests: - Laura Lexx: Knee Jerk DETAILS - Elaine Miller: Gusset Grippers DETAILS - Kate Lucas: Is Selling Herself DETAILS Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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78: Comedy & Mental Health - Scott Gibson (part 1)
15/08/2019 Duration: 01h01minThis episode was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part one of our miniseries interviewing comedians on comedy and mental health. First up is Scott Gibson who has themed his show around mental health in the hope it will encourage others to seek help sooner than he did. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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77: Drugs & Anxiety - Trying to escape the symptoms was also causing them
11/08/2019 Duration: 48minThis episode we delve into the trap of addiction that many young people fall into. Our guest shares how money problems at home helped him down a dangerous path before getting his mental health back on track. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Follow Kyle on Instagram HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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76: Resilience - You can rise to your destiny when you’re brought to your knees
08/08/2019 Duration: 45minIn an incredibly moving episode of the podcast, this weeks guest Sophie Sabbage shares her experience of Bulimia and Terminal Cancer. Through these she found out just how resilient she was capable of being which fundamentally shifted her outlook whilst working through grief. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Every Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that influences the mind and how to better manage it. Recommended Book: The Cancer Whisperer by Sophie Sabbage - Get your first audio book for free with our link http://bit.ly/mentalbooks Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at http://bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Instagram - http://instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - http://twitter.com/mental_podcast We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources - http://mentalpodcast.co.uk Licensed music: Puppy by Netsky on Lickd / Listen here:
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75: Sectioning - Bonus Clip for our last episode
04/08/2019 Duration: 07minPlease enjoy this bonus clip from our last episode on sectioning with Karen Manton. In it she shares further insight into a life altering decision made shortly before her first experience of being sectioned. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that influences the mind and how to better manage it. Get your copy of Karen’s book HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast
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74: Sectioning - The right support and caring staff make all the difference
31/07/2019 Duration: 54minIn this episode we’re covering what can be both a transformational but also very scary part of some people’s recovery. With returning guest Karen Manton we also discuss what great support looks like. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that influences the mind and how to better manage it. Get your copy of Karen’s book HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast