Pest perspectives EP 52 - Stuart Haymes: 28 Years in Pest Control and the Reality of Mental Health

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Pest Perspectives Podcast, Shaun speaks with Stuart Haymes, founder of Heart2Heart Recovery & Productions and a passionate mental health awareness advocate.After 28 years in the pest control industry, Stuart’s career came to an abrupt end due to struggles with his mental health. In this honest and heartfelt conversation, he reflects on the pressures of the job, the personal challenges he faced, and the turning point that led him to step away from the industry he once loved.Now, through Heart2Heart Recovery & Productions, Stuart focuses on supporting others, raising awareness around mental health, and using production and wellbeing services to make a positive difference.This episode is a reminder that behind every technician, business owner, and industry professional is a human being—and mental health matters just as much as physical safety on the job.A thoughtful, emotional, and important conversation for anyone working in pest management or any high-pressure trade.Contact stuart haynes on linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-haymes-4275841a4/