Chatting with Comedian Mick Meredith. Finding Your Medicine: Laughter, Exercise, and Mental Wellbeing

Australian comedian Mick Meredith shares his remarkable journey through 25+ years in the comedy industry and reveals how finding the right balance in his life changed everything.Growing up influenced by his mother's joyful personality and sense of humour, Mick began his performing career in bands before transitioning to stand-up comedy. While he's entertained audiences across Australia and internationally for decades, it was discovering the power of physical exercise that truly transformed his approach to both comedy and life itself."If I can't work out, then the black dogs come sniffing around," Mick reveals, describing how his daily workout routine provides not just physical benefits but the mental resilience needed in an unpredictable industry. Now running half-marathons at age 60, he credits this transformation with helping him maintain perspective when facing career challenges.The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Mick shares his profound experiences entertaining troops overseas—including performing for 25 different nationalities in Egypt, which he calls one of the most memorable gigs of his career. These experiences, along with his evolution from self-described "negative person" to someone who practices positive self-talk, highlight the powerful connection between physical fitness, mental wellbeing, and human connection.Whether you're struggling with your own mental health challenges or simply curious about the intersection of comedy and wellbeing, this candid conversation offers valuable insights into finding your own "medicine"—be it laughter, exercise, or creative expression.Subscribe to The Laughter Clinic Podcast for more conversations that inspire, educate and entertain.You can follow Mick on Instagram: @mickomeredithWebsite: www.thelaughterclinic.com.auYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus"If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000."Lifeline AustraliaPhone: 13 11 14 (24/7)Web: lifeline.org.auSuicide Call Back ServicePhone: 1300 659 467 (24/7)Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.auBeyond BluePhone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7)Web: beyondblue.org.auKids Helpline (for people aged 5-25)Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7)Web: kidshelpline.com.auMensLine AustraliaPhone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7)Web: mensline.org.auSANE Australia (complex mental health issues)Phone: 1800 18 7263Web: sane.orgQLife (LGBTIQ+ support)Phone: 1800 184 527 Web: qlife.org.auOpen Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling)Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7)Web: openarms.gov.au1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence)Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7)Web: 1800respect.org.auHeadspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25)Phone: 1800 650 890 Web: headspace.org.au13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support)Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7)Web: 13yarn.org.auMusic by Hayden Smithhttps://www.haydensmith.com