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The Mental Health Connection

By: Tristan Simmons
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  • Welcome to The Mental Health Connection. Hosted by Tristan Simmons this podcast is designed to raise awareness about mental illness, break down any stigma associated with it and share information about how we can all improve our overall mental health & well being. Tristan is joined by various guests who share their knowledge, experiences and thoughts which will not only inspire but also give you some extra resources to improve/maintain your mental health & wellbeing.
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Episodes
  • #28 - Stressed in the US with Dr Meg Van Deusen

    #28 - Stressed in the US with Dr Meg Van Deusen
    Jan 20 2021
    In this episode Tristan is joined by Meg Van Deusen, PhD, who is a licensed clinical psychologist and mindfulness practitioner in private practice since 1994.
    Joining Tristan all the way from the US, Meg and Tristan talk about Megs latest book Stressed in the US which offers a fascinating glimpse into the alarming epidemic of stress not only in US but all around the world.
    Meg is passionate about attachment theory, its relationship to stress, and how we can use it to feel less harried and improve our lives.
    Not only does Meg and Tristan unpack the attachment theory, they discuss social media and why we should all incorporate mindfulness into our everyday routine.
    There are many takeaways in this one you so be sure to have a pen and paper ready, you don’t want to miss.
    Find out more about Megs book by visiting her website https://www.megvandeusen.com/books/
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    54 mins
  • #27 - Beyond the Barbell with Michael Murphy

    #27 - Beyond the Barbell with Michael Murphy
    Dec 21 2020
    We have all heard about the significant impact physical activity has for our mental health - but how much impact does it actually have?
    In the episode Tristan chats with Michael Murphy who is the founder of Beyond the Barbell.
    Beyond the Barbell aims to create a safe, welcoming and enjoyable space where men can come for a workout and benefit from a support network of like-minded men.
    Michael shares his own journey with Anxiety & Depression and losing his identity. He shares the darkest point of his journey, finding myself again and how training kept going through his toughest times and was the inspiration for creating BTB.
    Michael talks about the connection being created during sessions and the impact of ken showing vulnerability is having not only in the gym but on the wider community.
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    43 mins
  • #26 - The Power of Kindness with Amy Simmons

    #26 - The Power of Kindness with Amy Simmons
    Dec 5 2020
    In this episode Tristan is joined by a member of his family Amy Simmons who shares her own mental health journey and how it led her to founding her own Mental Health organisation in Townsville called Be Kind.
    Amy is extremely honest about her journey with Anxiety, drug use, the isolation it caused and bullying she experienced is school and unfortunately how this lead her to self harming at the age of 12.
    Any shares her path to seeking professional health, the support she had through Headspace, how she manages her mental health today and the amazing work Be Kind is doing in the community.
    Tristan & Amy also dive deep into how powerful kindness is and the impact it can have on an individual.
    It’s a very raw, insightful and a truly inspiring conversation you don’t want to miss.
    Warning: Substance abuse, bullying, self harm & suicide are discussed during this episode. If this discussion triggers any feelings or you are struggling please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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    36 mins

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