U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 4Paul Whittaker | I Used To Be...an AlcoholicListen to Paul's full circle account of going from having a mild to moderate drinking habit, to severe alcohol dependency. Listen to how he has got sober and living a happy, healthy, content, sober life. We hear detailed accounts of some of Paul's darkest moments, and his inspirational transformation to sobriety and contentment. The episode contains some strong language, themes of abuse, alcohol misuse and thoughts of suicide.Here are some links to organisations who may be able to provide support if you or someone you know is going through some of the issues explored in this episode:AdfamAlcoholics AnonymousMindCalmSamaritansDon't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!www.u2bdc.comSpotifyAppleYouTubeAmazon MusicDeezerInstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 3Kimberley Maynard | I Used To Be...StraightKimberley Maynard talks about her journey from living a heterosexual life, having children and grandchildren, to exploring her homosexual thoughts and feelings and transitioning into a loving, happy and supportive same-sex relationship. Kimberley speaks so matter of fact and unapologetically about her sexual identity and experience coming out to her friends and family. Listen to this refreshingly honest and inspiring account of a Mother and Grandmother stepping into her truth. Follow Kimberley's latest project here...On The Couch With KimDon't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!www.u2bdc.comSpotifyAppleYouTubeAmazon MusicDeezerInstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 2Dean James | I Used To Be...A WriterLiam Hobbs talks candidly about how his ambition to write and publish his first novel had detrimental effects on his mental and emotional health. Being a writer became so much of his identity, that when he felt that he'd failed, he needed to say goodbye and let that go...completely and extremely. He used to be a writer, but what is he now?...Watch This Space!Don't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!www.u2bdc.comSpotifyAppleYouTubeAmazon MusicDeezerInstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 1Dean James | I Used To Be...A Lot of ThingsGet to know your podcast host Dean James as he shares some of his personal journey to becoming a podcaster. He'll also let you know what the podcast is all about so you know exactly what to expect in the future.Don't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!www.u2bdc.comSpotifyAppleYouTubeAmazon MusicDeezerInstagramFacebookTikTokIf you found any of the themes explored in this episode difficult, please take a look at the Websites below for support:Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listenHome - MindSue Ryder | Because no one should face death or grief aloneHome - Cruse Bereavement SupportHome – The Good Grief Trust Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count - Podcast Trailer & Introduction‘Used to Be’s’ do indeed count! “I used to be…” refers to a past human state, condition identity or experience. Understanding the importance of what or who someone ‘used to be’ can provide valuable insight into one’s life journey and experiences.Dean talks to his guests, revealing the most intriguing, interesting and enthralling stories of past experiences, successes, failures and life’s lessons as we reflect on who or what one ‘used to be’.We’re not dwelling on the past in a negative, stagnant way. We are giving it it’s proper time, power and reflection, so we can understand the impact it has had on who we are today! WEBSITE: www.u2bdc.com SOCIALS: @U2BDCEPISODE TRANSCRIPTI used to be a Professional Dancer.I used to be an Alcoholic.I used to be Straight.I used to be Obese.I used to be a Cleaner.I used to be in a toxic relationship.Our Used To Be’s really do count!This is not about living in the past, being stagnated or not moving on. Quite the opposite…this is about discovering stories from incredible people who truly have moved on.This is about giving your ‘used to be’ it’s time, respect and reflection, in order to understand the impact it’s had on you today.You see somebody’s past identity, state, role, condition; inevitably has a direct impact on who that person is today. And sometimes we should look back, reflect on our ‘used to be’ and take stock of just how far we’ve come.I’ll be talking to people who are successful today in their own right, but delving into their compelling stories of the past.A multi-millionaire property developer might have started off by cleaning the very apartments they now own?A successful youth worker may have been previously incarcerated. Reflecting on their experience of the prison system and now using that experience to redirect young people at risk of offending.A mother and grandmother who is now in a loving, supportive same-sex relationship. She was previously living a hetero-normative life, but can now reflect on how far she has come now she is living her truth.A professional dancer’s lifespan, (just like an athlete) can be fairly short. So, what does one do when their performing career comes to an end? Where does all of that life-long training go?Join me, Dean James as I uncover incredible stories of people’s past. We’ll be discussing a person’s past state, identity, role or condition, and we’ll be reflecting on how that ‘used to be’ really does count towards who that person is today! This is a podcast that celebrates change, transformation and a person’s natural evolution through life.Who knows, it might even spur you to reflect on your own ‘used to be’ and celebrate how far you’ve come. After all, today’s ‘I am’, is only possible because of yesterday’s ‘used to be’, and Used To Be’s Do Count.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.