Brett Parsons will be joining us for a chat tonight, Brett is the father to Samuel 12 and Bradley, who has Dravet Syndrome and is 9. We will talk about what challenges, triumphs and inspiration bring up a child with a disability, what impact it has had on his family and of course the impact it has on Brett himself.What is Dravet Syndrome?Dravet Syndrome is a rare neurological condition that encompasses treatment-resistant epilepsy, intellectual disability and a spectrum of associated conditions (known as ‘comorbidities’), which may include autism, ADHD, behaviours that challenge and difficulties with speech, mobility, eating and sleep. Where to find help with Dravet?www.dravet.org.uk#disability #disabilityawareness #disabled #wheelchair #inclusion #autism #chronicillness #wheelchairlife #specialneeds #accessibility #love #chronicpain #invisibleillness #autismawareness #disabilityadvocate #mentalhealth #cerebralpalsy #disabilityrights #disabilityinclusion #spinalcordinjury #downsyndrome #disabilities #disabilitypride #abilitynotdisability #disabilitylife #handicap #diversity #amputee #asdSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tonight we are joined by Hilary Sims. Hilary is an experienced counsellor, and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society, Hilary work's with you in a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment, supporting anyone aged 12 and upwards with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and bereavement.www.lifebalancecounselling.net. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #anxiety #love #mentalhealthmatters #depression #motivation #health #wellness #mindfulness #healing #fitness #life #loveyourself #therapy #inspiration #happiness #mindset #positivity #positivevibes #quotes #meditation #mentalillness #psychology #wellbeing #recovery #instagood #happySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Edd Flanagan joins us tonight, Edd spent 20 years in prison, 35 years with an addiction and is now 15 years into recovery. He is now able to give a unique insight academically and as an ex recidivist and problem prisoner to now on a journey of recovery and reaching others.#prison #jail #prisonbreak #prisonreform #justice #love #prisonlife #incarceration #inmate #prisoner #criminaljusticereform #freedom #criminaljustice #reentry #police #art #massincarceration #inmates #covid #endmassincarceration #prisonlove #law #crimeSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tonight we are joined by Joe Plumb, Joe was bullied in school and had complex medical and mental health issues because of this Joe ended up in a psychiatric unit (In and out) for most of 3 years after suicidal attempts and because of deterioration of his mental health.Joe is fully aware of the devastating impact bullying can cause, and that recovery is a journey.#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #anxiety #love #mentalhealthmatters #depression #motivation #health #wellness #mindfulness #healing #fitness #life #loveyourself #therapy #inspiration #happiness #mindset #positivity #positivevibes #quotes #meditation #mentalillness #psychology #wellbeing #recovery #instagood #happySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kev and Lee will be discussing the ups and downs of the last few weeks and how a single hour, minute or second can make or break your mental health.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Back for part 2 is Matt Smith from Betknowmore UK, Matt will be talking with us about alcohol addiction and the fantastic work Betknowmore UK do to help others.Find Betknowmoreuk here:https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/0808 8020 133 (GamCare National Gambling Helpline)[email protected]#gamblingaddiction #gambling #betting #sportsgambling #sportsbetting #bet #sports #gambler #addiction #casino #gamblingproblems #bettingsports #bettingpicks #bettingtips #footballpicks #sportsbet #mentalhealth #bettinggambling #addicting #gamblingmemes #sportsaddict #onlinegambling #bhfypSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you ever get brain fog, when you can't think straight or organise your thoughts? Kev and Lee will be discussing their experiences and will share some tips on how to beat it.#mensmentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #menshealth #mentalhealthmatters #mensmentalhealthawareness #anxiety #depression #suicideprevention #mensmentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #itsokaynottobeokay #mentalhealthwarrior #womensmentalhealth #men #mentalhealthsupport #recovery #motivation #selflove #youarenotalone #mentalhealthadvocate #anxietyawareness #endthestigma #fitness #healing #suicide #equality #menswork #bhfypSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are joined tonight by the fantastic Jodi Dancers, who are using Bhangra Dancing to build a community and break down the stigma of mental health, especially in the BAME community.Find Them Here:www.jodidancers.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jodi.dancers/?hl=en-gbhttps://www.youtube.com/c/JodiDancers/featured#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #mentalhealthmatters #motivation #depression #health #mindfulness #wellness #healing #fitness #life #loveyourself #inspiration #therapy #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #mindset #quotes #meditation #mentalillness #psychology #wellbeing #bhfypSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tonight we are very fortunate to be joined by Matt Smith from Betknowmore UK, Matt will be talking with us about his lived experience with gambling harms and recovery and the fantastic work Betknowmore UK do to help others. Find Betknowmoreuk here: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/ 0808 8020 133 (GamCare National Gambling Helpline) [email protected] #gamblingaddiction #gambling #betting #sportsgambling #sportsbetting #bet #sports #gambler #addiction #casino #gamblingproblems #bettingsports #bettingpicks #bettingtips #footballpicks #sportsbet #mentalhealth #bettinggambling #addicting #gamblingmemes #sportsaddict #onlinegambling #bhfypSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With the bombing of Ukraine, and the fear of World War 3, are we at risk of causing undue stress and anxiety to our children?#ukraine #kiev #russia #odessa #kyiv #like #love #usa #lviv #ua #germany #travel #follow #italy #turkey #kharkov #poland #kharkiv #france #ukSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.