Have you ever wondered about the real risks of antidepressants? Do you feel like the information you're getting from the psychiatric establishment and pharmaceutical companies might not be the whole truth? In this hard-hitting episode, I dive deep into the recent controversy surrounding antidepressant withdrawal, uncovering the layers of misinformation and hidden interests that shape public perception. From the initial backlash to revealing the deep conflicts of interest within the pharmaceutical industry, this episode aims to equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate your mental health journey with confidence.

Join me as I explore the key players and critics in this debate, including insights from prominent voices like John Read, James Davies, Joanna Moncrieff, and Mark Horowitz. We'll dissect their critiques of the studies that downplay withdrawal symptoms and discuss the personal stories of those affected, such as Amy Fenton's harrowing experience with venlafaxine. You'll learn about the call for better patient safety measures, the importance of informed consent, and the pressing need for long-term, independent studies on antidepressant withdrawal. This episode isn't just about uncovering the truth—it's about empowering you to take control of your mental health. I'll share practical tips on how to critically evaluate the information you're given, how to have informed discussions with your healthcare providers, and introduce you to valuable resources like the Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines. Remember, your health decisions are yours to make. By listening to this episode, you'll gain the insights and tools you need to be an active participant in your own care.

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The information contained in this podcast episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment or consultation with a licensed mental health professional.

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Join me for an intimate conversation with Louise Rosager, a celebrated dreamwork teacher and creative coach, who has transformed countless lives by reconnecting people with the potent messages of their subconscious minds. In this enlightening episode, Louise opens up about her own struggles with stage fright and how mysterious synchronicities and dream figures not only guided her through dark times but also deepened her understanding of the profound connection we all share with our dreams and intuition—a bond often silenced by societal expectations. Throughout our discussion, Louise revisits a powerful insight from Carl Jung: "If you were conscious of the material that the dream reveals, you wouldn’t need the dream." This thought-provoking idea resonates as a recurring theme, highlighting how our dreams serve as direct links to our subconscious, urging us to confront and heal the parts of ourselves that need attention most.

Louise demystifies the process of dreamwork, explaining how engaging actively with our dreams can offer profound insights and facilitate healing, particularly valuable for those healing from trauma. She shares her innovative methods for transforming nightmares into therapeutic dialogues and discusses how skepticism often surrounds such practices, offering practical advice and clear examples of how dreamwork leads to transformative realizations and healing. For newcomers to dreamwork or those curious about integrating this fascinating exploration into their lives, Louise provides simple and effective techniques to get started. She emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive council of dream figures, animals, and loved ones, which can assist us not just in our dreams but in our waking lives as well. Prepare for a deep dive into the transformative power of your subconscious mind. Tune in if you're ready to unlock a deeper understanding of yourself, transform your healing journey, and connect more deeply with your creative potential.

✧ Connect with Louise via her website @ https://www.louiserosager.com/

✧ Learn more about Dream Tending via https://dreamtending.com/

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Join me for a conversation with Laila Mickelwait, a fearless anti-human-trafficking activist and the author of the newly released book, Takedown: Inside the Fight to Shut Down PornHub, a gripping account of her journey to expose and dismantle what she describes as ‘not just a porn site’ but a ‘crime scene.’

Throughout our conversation, which was her very first interview just days before her book was published, Laila sat down with me to share how her years of advocacy led her to uncover the disturbing practices of PornHub and its parent company, Mindgeek and how these ‘ubiquitous sex crimes remained hidden in plain sight for over a decade.’ Together, we’ll dive into the stories of victims and whistleblowers, the shocking lack of moderation on the site itself, illegal and non-consensual content, and how PornHub harvests user data.

Laila's story is not just about exposing sex crimes and systemic failures but also about the incredibly transformative power of grassroots movements, strategic litigation, and public pressure. She shares practical steps on how you can get involved and support the ongoing fight to make the internet safer for future generations.

This issue goes beyond politics and ideologies, attracting ardent support even from within the adult film industry. As Laila puts it in her book, ‘This fight for justice isn’t just about a website and pixels on a screen. It is about real, living, breathing, feeling human beings—people who have been severely harmed by those who abused them, and by the men running this website that is immortalizing their trauma.'

TIME STAMPS:

★ Intro + Takedown book trailer: 00:00 – 07:24

★ Interview with Laila Mickelwait: 07:24 – 01:23:25

RESOURCES:

★ Order your copy of the book at https://takedownbook.com/

★ Connect with Laila at https://lailamickelwait.com/

★ Click here to sign the Traffickinghub petition [over 2.3m signatures as of July 2024]

★ Click here to join Team Takedown to donate to the Justice Defense Fund

★ Click here to read my full review of Laila’s book on my Substack

VICTIM SUPPORT: If you are a victim of online sexual exploitation and want information about possible legal assistance options fill out the form at https://justicedefensefund.org/#find-help.

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