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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174: Military Service - When mental health issues are suppressed they go unaddressed with Dr LaNail Plummer
21/01/2021 Duration: 01h19sWe’re getting into the mental health impact of military service both positive and negative this week with Dr LaNail Plummer. Tune in for a fascinating insight into army life and how our guest is rethinking support for service personnel. 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. You can find Onyx Therapy HERE or LaNail’s Instagram HERE Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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173: Niksen - The Dutch art of doing less to release stress and achieve more with Olga Mecking
14/01/2021 Duration: 45minThis week were joined by writer Olga Mecking to explore the one wellness trend asking us to do less not more and how this can support our mental health. Particularly at a time when lockdown means we are limited in our activities anyway. 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 your copy of Olga’s book HERE Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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172: Stigma - I went so long in silence that getting it out was like wow, I feel awesome with Lynette Charity
07/01/2021 Duration: 58minTo kick off the new year were visiting our core theme with inspirational guest Lynette Charity. 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. Watch Lynette’s brilliant TEDx Talk HERE Check out Jenny’s episode mentioned HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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171: Reflecting on 2020 - I believe that we can come out of the other side with some stigma shaved off with Manya Chylinski
31/12/2020 Duration: 01h02minIn our special last episode of the year Manya Chylinski returns for a chatty look back at the wildest of years. 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. Check out Manya’s previous episode with us HERE Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE (Very special guest tomorrow) Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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170: Compassion - I learned that it’s ok to say, right now I’m not feeling strong with Trey Anthony
24/12/2020 Duration: 51minFor this special Christmas Eve episode we’re joined by the incredible Trey Anthony, known as the ‘Oprah of Canada’ for her trailblazing work in TV. She joins us to share how she got so caught up in being strong she never saw her depression coming and how learning self compassion has transformed her 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. Preorder Trey’s Book with Waterstones or Amazon Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE (Trey is this Friday’s guest) Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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169: Catching Covid - The care I received both physically and mentally was incredible with Karen Manton
17/12/2020 Duration: 52minIn this special episode ahead of Christmas week we’re joined by author Karen Manton who shares her experience of Covid-19. In this uplifting conversation she also shares how she’s supported her mental health during a year that’s been turbulent in a way we can all relate to. 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. Karen was previously featured on the following episodes: Sectioning https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mental-the-podcast-to-destigmatise-mental-health/id1358920477?i=1000445822266 Sectioning - Bonus Clip https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mental-the-podcast-to-destigmatise-mental-health/id1358920477?i=1000446128135 Bipolar https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mental-the-podcast-to-destigmatise-mental-health/id1358920477?i=1000415646262 Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petit
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168: Working from home - I want people to feel they are less alone, that’s what drives me with Emma Mainoo
10/12/2020 Duration: 56minWe’re joined by the brilliant Emma Mainoo to explore the impact of working from home on our mental health. She also shares fascinating insight on loneliness and how different workplaces are encouraging connection around more than just work. 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. Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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167: Technology - I hope this is a reminder that people we don’t know have always been important with Dr Julie Ancis
03/12/2020 Duration: 01h04minWith most of us spending more time in front of a screen than ever before we’re looking at the impact this may be having on our mental health with Dr Julie Ancis. Who also shares some of the psychology behind our ever more complex relationships with our devices and social media. 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. Find out more about Julie’s work HERE Find Julie’s Cyberpsychology writing HERE Try our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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166: Trauma & Self Care - It’s part of the stigma that we can so easily blame ourselves and see struggle as a personal failing with Ruth Cooper-Dickson
26/11/2020 Duration: 49minThis time we’re joined by the incredible trauma researcher and business founder Ruth Cooper-Dickson. Who shares a very personal insight into her experience overcoming trauma and the top self care she uses to support optimum 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. Take a listen to Ruth’s new podcast HERE Find out more about her brilliant work HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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165: Meditation - I remember so clearly the moment it clicked for me and everything changed with Lucy Stone
19/11/2020 Duration: 56minWe’re joined by the vibrant Lucy Stone to hear how meditation way key to tackling her anxiety and burnout. In this uplifting conversation we also talk stigma, identity, self criticism and self care. 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. Check out first sponsor this week Stitch Fix for a special listener offer HERE Check out second sponsor this week ExpressVPN for a special listener offer HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE Update Description
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164: Masculinity - It’s actually such a sign of strength to speak up and get help with Piers Harrison-Reid
12/11/2020 Duration: 01h19minIn this powerful and intimate conversation Bobby is joined by A&E nurse and poet Piers Harrison-Reid, to talk masculinity as a factor in mental health and getting support. 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. Take a listen to our special Hope from the Frontline episode HERE The Guardian article Bobby mentioned is HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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163: Family - It was like walking a tightrope that’s also on fire with Amanda Prowse & Josiah Hartley
05/11/2020 Duration: 01h03minIn this incredibly moving episode we’re joined by Amanda Prowse & Josiah Hartley to talk family and mental health. Including how they were able to find a way out of deep depression together. 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 your copy of The Boy Between by Amanda & Josiah HERE You can take a look at the article I read information from in the intro HERE Check out our sponsor last week Stitch Fix for a special listener offer HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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162: Identity - Mental illness doesn’t define us but these experiences are part of you with Cheddar Gorgeous
29/10/2020 Duration: 01h28sWe’re breaking down identity this week with drag queen and anthropologist Cheddar Gorgeous. We talk stereotypes as part of stigma, body dysmorphia and self acceptance in this powerful conversation. 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. Check out our sponsor this week Stitch Fix for a special listener offer HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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161: Abusive Relationships - You can think that you’re in love when you’re really just in pain with Izzy Staden
22/10/2020 Duration: 55minThis week we’re covering a major theme where our mental health can often be the target of abusers. We’re joined by the brilliant Izzy Staden who shares her Me Too experience in this moving and empowering episode. 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. Check out our sponsor this week ExpressVPN for a special listener offer HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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159: Gender & Mental Health with Natasha Devon MBE (Part 2)
15/10/2020 Duration: 01h23minEither side of World Mental Health Day we are doing a special two part series on gender relating to mental health. This week we are joined by Natasha Devon to talk body image, parental expectations, education and more. 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. Sign Natasha’s petition for mental health first aiders in workplaces HERE Or Hope’s petition to take the weight restrictions out of eating disorder support HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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158: Gender & Mental Health with Juno Dawson (Part 1)
06/10/2020 Duration: 01h07sEither side of World Mental Health Day we are doing a special two part series on gender relating to mental health. This week we are joined by Juno Dawson to discuss blue vs pink, anxiety, stereotypes, gendered toys and more. 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. The podcast appearances we mentioned are: Fitter Healthier Dads, In The Moment with Alex Manzi & PodBible (Bobby’s episode is out on Saturday) Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ on: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Or wherever you pod... Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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157: Social Media & Podcasting - It’s incredible to see how these mental health conversations spread with Ellen Scott & Yvette Caster
30/09/2020 Duration: 54minFor this super special episode we’re joining forces with the hosts of Mentally Yours. We talk all about breaking down stigma through our respective podcasts. Plus how social media is both a blessing and a challenge during the pandemic. 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. Listen to Mentally Yours HERE Find our new show ‘Dating Games’ on: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Or wherever you pod... Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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156: Crime - The impact on communities and of course mental health is immense with Jan Canty
24/09/2020 Duration: 53minThis week we are joined by the incredible Jan Canty who shares how her life was shattered by murder. In rebuilding she learned some fascinating lessons about how we view crime and those who experience it. 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. Listen to Jan’s Podcast HERE Take a peek at Jan’s Website HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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155: Mental Health Education - How the reforms just launched will transform young lives with Louise Newby
16/09/2020 Duration: 58minJoin us for this incredibly special episode to celebrate a revolution in how mental health is talked about. With educator Louise Newby we break down the incredible impact these reforms will have and celebrate 200,000 signatures for the campaign ! 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. Learn more about the reforms in Wales HERE Learn more about the reforms in England HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Louise’s quick mental health tips for teachers are HERE Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE
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154: Dissociative Identity Disorder - Its like the different parts of who I am got disconnected with Vivian Conan
10/09/2020 Duration: 53minThis week we’re covering an often misunderstood condition Dissociative Identity Disorder with librarian turn author Vivian Conan. She was first diagnosed when this condition was still called Multiple Personally Disorder and shares how understanding has evolved through the decades. 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. Learn more about Vivian and her book HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE