The charity wants listeners to feel a part of the multitude of stories and experiences from around the worldWhat is it?The Movember Foundation has launched its first podcast, Movember Radio: Continuing the Conversation, which is airing stories about men from around the world who have faced tough challenges and overcome odds.The podcast, which is designed to be personal,ContinueContinue reading “In the News – Movember Radio podcast encourages men to talk about their health and wellbeing”
Category Archives: Depression
In the News – A third of new fathers ‘concerned’ about mental health
More than 1 in 3 new fathers (38%) are concerned about their mental health, according to new research.National Childbirth Trust says increased pressures of fatherhood, more financial responsibility, changes in relationships and lifestyle, combined with a lack of sleep and an increased workload at home, may all affect a new dad’s mental wellbeing.Concern about theirContinueContinue reading “In the News – A third of new fathers ‘concerned’ about mental health “
In the News – Big boys in Gloucestershire should cry for help with mental health
Men across the county are being encouraged to break free of the ‘cave man’ stereotype and speak more openly about their mental healthFar fewer men than women seek help and advice from Let’s Talk – the psychological therapy service provided by 2gether NHS Foundation Trust.Yet men are four times more likely than women to endContinueContinue reading “In the News – Big boys in Gloucestershire should cry for help with mental health”
In the News – Violent men three times more likely to suffer mental health problems
Men who experience or perpetrate domestic violence are three times more likely to suffer mental health problems, new research has found.A study found that men visiting their GP with symptoms of anxiety or depression had experienced or carried out some form of behaviour linked to domestic violence.Researchers say the findings highlight the need for GPsContinueContinue reading “In the News – Violent men three times more likely to suffer mental health problems”
Day 13 – Are you a perfectionist? 31 Day Challenge
No… But… I tend to take too long trying to get things right. Sounds a lot like a perfectionist I guess. Especially when I am rarely satisfied with outcomes. Well that is a bit of a lie. I work hard to get things right and then at some point achieve my aim. I take satisfactionContinueContinue reading “Day 13 – Are you a perfectionist? 31 Day Challenge”
Day 12 – What’s your relationship with your family? 31 Day Challenge
Here I am very lucky for I have a grey relationship with all of my family. Both close and distant. I may not see them all the time but I know that should I need them or they need me we will all pull together. My happiest memories span back to family holidays and adventures. ContinueContinue reading “Day 12 – What’s your relationship with your family? 31 Day Challenge”
I am a People Pleaser
I am a People Pleaser. I probably have been since a very young age. Being a People Pleaser sounds a lovely way to be. It can be very rewarding helping others. Seeing your action having a positive effect on others. But, it is a big BUT, for a People Pleaser it tends to be atContinueContinue reading “I am a People Pleaser”
Day 11 – Is there anything you do that helps keep you grounded? 31 Day Challenge
Several things keep me grounded. Some I do on a regular basis. Some are more seldom. Popping up from time to time to keep me in touch with who I am. The first and most regular I would suggest is physical exercise. Anyone who knows me sees that in or through exercise I find aContinueContinue reading “Day 11 – Is there anything you do that helps keep you grounded? 31 Day Challenge”
Day 10 – What kind of impulsive decisions have you made? 31 Day Challenge
It has been a while since I’ve made truly impulsive decisions. Anyone who knows me at all knows that I tend to make very well informed decisions.. Often taking too long to deliberate. Weighing up all the possibilities, even for decisions that really do not need that much thought or deserve it. With my lifeContinueContinue reading “Day 10 – What kind of impulsive decisions have you made? 31 Day Challenge”
Day 9 – Do you get mood swings? 31 Day Challenge
Not anymore. Since being prescribed anti-depressants my feelings tend to be pretty level. More what I guess most people would describe as normal. I am able to cope with an awful lot without finding things overwhelming. Before I started on the course of anti-depressants I guess I was prone to mood swings. When faced withContinueContinue reading “Day 9 – Do you get mood swings? 31 Day Challenge “
Reworking Joseph 