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Anxiety, Supporting Bon Jovi And Finding Happiness

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1 hour 11 minutes | Tuesday, 23 February 2021
Tonight we are joined by Kieran Lock, who has suffered crippling anxiety but still has managed to get on stage in front of thousands of people for OF Kings and Captians band, which supported Bon Jovi in 2013. Kieran has now found coping strategies, which he will share with us tonight.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #m...
38 minutes | Thursday, 18 February 2021
If you could have chosen a different country to lockdown in, which country would it be?#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcountryblokes/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9AXib-iEmwb8a...
45 minutes | Tuesday, 16 February 2021
We will be speaking with Ryan Harland, Ryan has had many traumatic events – including the loss of his beloved brother, Kevin, and a sexual assault by his father. We will understand what he went through and how he deals with his mental health now.Ryan has also written a book which you can find here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Riding-Storm-Memoir-Mental-Illness-ebook/dp/B07V48QPVC#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #f...
46 minutes | Thursday, 11 February 2021
Do our circumstances define us? Have our circumstances changed the direction of our life? Tonight we are discussing if our events where different where would we be, what would we be doing and what would we have liked to be doing.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psy...
1 hour 9 minutes | Wednesday, 10 February 2021
We have Marcus Leonard as our guest tonight, and we will be asking Marcus how we stop the stigma surrounding mental health and discussing the effects of lockdown 3.#stigma​ #covid​ #covid19​ #cornavirus​ #lockdown3​ #lockdown​ #mentalhealth​ #mentalhealthawareness​ #selfcare​ #selflove​ #love​ #anxiety​ #motivation​ #depression​ #health​ #mentalhealthmatters​ #mindfulness​ #life​ #wellness​ #loveyourself​ #fitness​ #inspiration​ #healing​ #happiness​ #positivity​ #positivevibes​ #covid​ #quotes​ #therapy​ #mindset​ #meditation​ #mentalillness​ #instagood​ #happy​ #psychology​Where to find T...
1 hour 3 minutes | Thursday, 4 February 2021
Tonight we are discussing Children's Mental Health Week and World Cancer Day 2021, and I think a lot of people will relate this and hope you join in with the conversation.#worldcancerday2021#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country ...
46 minutes | Tuesday, 2 February 2021
Tonight we are joined by Alice, see Alice's words below to see what Ripple does and why Alice does it."On 25th November 2020, our lives changed forever. Our beloved son and brother Josh took his own life by suicide at just 21 years of age.  Sadly, words and phrases relating to self-harm and suicide are far too readily available online and easy to access on the web. It is content of this nature that enable individuals to gain the knowledge required to follow through on their plans to end their life.​R;pple is an online monitoring tool which flags potentially harmful content via a keyword sea...
54 minutes | Thursday, 28 January 2021
#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9...https://twitter.com/BlackcountryThehttps://www.instagram.com/theblackcou...Please subscribe, share, fol...
36 minutes | Tuesday, 26 January 2021
Get ready for a bumpy ride with Sean Johnson telling his story of jail, homelessness, losing a limb and his road to recovery as a passionate chef.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...
34 minutes | Thursday, 21 January 2021
We are all now playing a big part in educating our children from home, here is our take on the highs, the lows, and everything in between of our homeschooling journey.Where to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9...https://twitter.com/BlackcountryThehttps://www.instagram.com/theblackcou...Please subscribe, share, follow, and like.Anxiety UKCharity providing support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm)Website: www.anxietyuk.org.ukThe bipolar UKA c...
1 hour 6 minutes | Wednesday, 20 January 2021
We are joined by journalist, presenter and comedian Alex Brooker, we are going to be talking about Alex's career, disability and mental health.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun......
1 hour 1 minute | Wednesday, 20 January 2021
Tonight the lads will be discussing loneliness. You can be in a room full of people but still, feel lonely.Breaking down the stigma of mental health.#shorts #covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/t...
49 minutes | Wednesday, 20 January 2021
Tristan's story will no doubt resonate with a lot of people he has endured crimpling anxiety, loss, the struggles of moving aboard, and feeling alone.Where to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9...https://twitter.com/BlackcountryThehttps://www.instagram.com/theblackcou...Please subscribe, share, follow, and like.Anxiety UKCharity providing support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm)Website: www.anxietyuk.org.ukThe bipolar UKA charity helping pe...
59 minutes | Wednesday, 20 January 2021
Tonight we are joined by Award-Winning Public Figure Joe Plumb, Joe is an ambassador at Kidscape which provides children, families, carers and professionals with advice, training and practical tools to prevent bullying and protect young lives. He also writes for @MetroUk and is part of @ITV #BritainGetTalkingFrom a young age, Joe was bullied, assaulted and isolated. As a result of the bullying, Joe was admitted to a psychiatric unit in the UK after attempting to take his own life. At the age of 12, Joe got into volunteering at a specialist youth cafe devoted to young people with additional...
41 minutes | Wednesday, 20 January 2021
Tonight we will be discussing Xmas, New Year and the mental health crisis in lockdown 3.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9...https://twitter...
35 minutes | Wednesday, 23 December 2020
Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukI wish it could be Christmas every day, tonight we are looking at how this year's celebrations will be different but hopefully still enjoyable. We will also be introducing you to the newest member of The Black Country Blokes.#christmas #christmastree #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove#anxiety #motivation #depression #health #love #xmas #christmasdecor #merrychristmas #handmade #winter #christmastime #santa #christmasgifts #natale #santaclaus #art #gift #christmasiscoming #instagood ...
43 minutes | Wednesday, 23 December 2020
Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukWe usually have a night out to mark host Kev Dillon's Birthday but as we are in lockdown we are going to celebrate on the podcast, we are also going to celebrate local heroes so if you know anyone that has gone above and beyond in your community please tell us their story.#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes ...
39 minutes | Wednesday, 23 December 2020
When things go wrong you have 2 options give up or carry on, we have chosen to carry on.Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtu...
45 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
Data suggests men are 50% less likely to visit the doctors than women, why is this?Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtube.co...
38 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
To follow the journey click: https://shows.pippa.io/bcbTo email the show: blackcountryblokes@gmail.comDon't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukThe Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regular guys, speaking about all issues related to being a man in today's society.It is not just designed to focus on the mental health and well-being of men though, as it will also give our mothers, sisters, daughters and female peers an opportunity to understand us better too. We are dedicated to keeping this 100% authentic and raw. We are not polished, perfect ind...
51 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
Tonight we are joined by Paul Boggie, Paul became addicted to heroin at age 18 but turned his life around and has since performed sentry duties at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle after joining the Scots guard. He has also written a book about his life and experiences.Paul's book:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Heroin-Hero-Paul.../dp/B089TRZPHCDon't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk#addiction #recovery #mentalhealth #love #sober #addictionrecovery #sobriety #soberlife #depression #anxiety #recoveryispossible #drugs #alcoholism #soberliving #wedor...
38 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
To follow the journey click: https://shows.pippa.io/bcbTo email the show: blackcountryblokes@gmail.comDon't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukThe Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regular guys, speaking about all issues related to being a man in today's society.It is not just designed to focus on the mental health and well-being of men though, as it will also give our mothers, sisters, daughters and female peers an opportunity to understand us better too. We are dedicated to keeping this 100% authentic and raw. We are not polished, perfect ind...
53 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
As part of #thirstforathoughtfulthursday tonight the lads are discussing Laughing At Life's Bloopers a light-hearted conversation that we will all relate to.Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk#InternationalMensDay #thirstforathoughtfulthursday #bipolar #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #ptsd #mentalhealthmatters #bpd #bipolarawareness #love #recovery #stress #ocd #bipolardepression #therapy #suicideprevention #mentalhealthsupport #bipolardisorder #selfcare #schizophrenia #trauma #suicide #endthestigma...
56 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
Tonight we are joined by Dean Clarke who is going to be talking to us about his life with bipolar.Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukDean can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/nu_element/#bipolar #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #ptsd #mentalhealthmatters #bpd #bipolarawareness #love #recovery #stress #ocd #bipolardepression #therapy #suicideprevention #mentalhealthsupport #bipolardisorder #selfcare #schizophrenia #trauma #suicide #endthestigma #selflove #borderlinepersonalitydisorder #bipolar...
24 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
We hear of the pain that women go through when a baby is stillborn but not so much what men go through and how they deal with the loss, so we have invited Tom Garrart on to tell his story regarding stillbirth and we hope it will help people out there and give women an idea of what we think and feel during this painful time.Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk#stillbirth #miscarriage #babyloss #stillborn #grief #pregnancyloss #in #infantloss #stillbirthawareness #babylossawareness #childloss #stillbornstillloved #loss #bereavedmother #lifeaf...
57 minutes | Friday, 11 December 2020
The whole gang have a great conversation with the local community about the impact of amateur boxingDon't forget to grab a discount at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk and use the code BCB10 for 10% off superfood blends to help physically and mentally with your health.#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspiration #healing #happiness #positivity #positivevibes #covid #quotes #therapy #mindset #meditation #mentalillness #instagood #happy #psychologyWhere...
53 minutes | Tuesday, 24 November 2020
Bonus Episode!!Throughout lockdown, we will be coming at you twice a week. Tuesdays and Thursdays @7:30pm.Tonight we have all the lads discussing Mean What you Say, But Don't Say It Mean, after our conversation with Skye Steward (https://youtu.be/dKfGaSIDKak) in our last episode where we briefly discussed this, we thought we would go deeper into it.Don't forget to check out sponsor out:https://bit.ly/HealthXcel#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation #depression #health #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #life #wellness #loveyourself #fitness #inspi...
1 hour 11 minutes | Tuesday, 24 November 2020
Tonight we have the fantastic Skye Stewart joining us, Skye is going to be sharing her story from transitioning, false-positive HIV test, football, and her radio show.Don't forget to check out sponsor out:https://bit.ly/HealthXcel#mensmentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #anxiety #menshealth #mentalhealthmatters #depression #suicideprevention #mensmentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #itsokaynottobeokay #equality #boyscrytoo #mentalhealthwarrior #lqbtq #pride #gay #lesbian #lgbt #love #bisexual #ls #loveislove #queer #lgbtq #pridemonth #lesbianpride #transgender #gaypride #make...
50 minutes | Monday, 16 November 2020
3 of the gang discuss something we will all sadly experience, lossDon't forget to check out sponsor out:https://bit.ly/HealthXcelWhere to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/theblackcoun...https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9...https://twitter.com/BlackcountryThehttps://www.instagram.com/theblackcou...Please subscribe, share, follow, and like.Anxiety UKCharity providing support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5.30pm)Website: www.anxietyuk.org.ukBipolar UKA charity helping people living with manic depr...
38 minutes | Friday, 6 November 2020
Tonight we have Pat Lewis joining us for the second time to talk about the Hillsborough disaster, Pat was a young boy who was there on the day, He was saved by the crowd and the police, this has had a lasting effect on his life.The Hillsborough disaster was a fatal human crush during a football match at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, on 15 April 1989. It occurred during an FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest in the two standing-only central pens in the Leppings Lane stand allocated to Liverpool supporters. with 96 fatalities and 766 injuri...
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Anxiety, Supporting Bon Jovi And Finding Happiness
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