Mental Mates Episode 1 Recognising Overwhelm and Burnout

This is the first episode in series 2 of the newly rebranded 'Mental Mates' (formerly Firth Park Academy's Positivity Podcast) where we aim to speak openly about mental health and the issues surrounding it. Mrs Arundel and Miss Tompkins explore the how, in society, mental health impacts on every aspect of life. We want to talk openly about our own mental health, the highs and lows of life and reduce the stigma, after all, what is 'normal' anyway?! In this particular episode, we explore the concepts of overwhelm and burnout. We want to look at signs and symptoms and what we can do to recognise these early on so that we can take preventative measures to avoid them. If you would like any further help or support, here are some websites that may be helpful: https://sayit.org.uk/ (support LGBTQ+) https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ (Eating Disorders) https://www.cruse.org.uk/ (Bereavement Support) https://www.mind.org.uk/ (Mental Health Support) https://www.kooth.com/ (Young People's Anonymous Counselling Support) https://www.samaritans.org/ (24 Hour Support for Mental Health) https://youngminds.org.uk/ (Support for Young People) https://iaptsheffield.shsc.nhs.uk/ (Online self-referals to free counselling) https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ (NHS resources for Mental Health) The book we discussed in this episode is 'Know Your Worth' by Anna Marthur