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Open Journal
by Mike Douglas
Mike's Open Journal started out exclusively as a mental health blog. Now it includes my own lifestyle posts and podcast. This includes the topics of health, fitness and exercise, sex and dating, local events and reviews. I am delighted to be sharing more of my thoughts and experiences with you all.
Episodes
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Ep 317 The Void with William
In this episode William shares his insights and the development process of creating 'Into the Void'. Mike and William discuss the value of anonymous sharing as part of a wellbeing tool kit. Download Into the Void via Google Play Store Guest: William BlueSky: @lynxdigitalstudios | Twitter/X:...
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Ep316 Smile Making with Anna Marie
In this episode Anna Marie shares her insights and expertise. Anna Marie and Mike discuss: mindfulness, sometimes being 'too aware', the importance of service explanations, and community engagement and support. Guest: Anna Marie LinkedIn: @AnnaMarie.SmileMakerCoach | Facebook: @AnnaMarieSMC |...
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Ep315 Empowered Speaking with Lawrence
In this episode Lawrence shares his insights to building self confidence, the importance of learning conflict resolution skills and journalling. Mentioned in this episode Leave a Review, and request a Free eBook: Link Guest: Lawrence Instagram: @lawrencec.empowers | YouTube: @lawrencecempowers |...
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Ep314 Getting Started Again with Mike
In this episode Mike provides an update to podcast recording, editing and publishing. After a couple of postponed recordings in May, June is booking up. Meaning those new episodes are coming. Monthly remains the plan to keep consistency for future episodes. As always thank you for your support!...
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Ep313 More Than Complete Honey
In this episode Adam returns to talk about his latest music album and reflects on storytelling through music. Guest: Adam Instagram: @AdamLanceleyMusic | YouTube: @AdamLanceley | Banquet Records: Adam Lanceley | Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ |...
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Ep312 The Podcast is Back
After 12 months, not the planned 3 to 6, the podcast is back! Im slowly working through how to set everything up for video. Hopefully this adds a new way for everyone listening to enjoy the conversations. Episodes will likely be monthly to start with while I get set up; potentially back to...
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Ep311 Grief, Support Network and go on... with Dan (Part 2)
In this episode Dan joins us to talk about grief, bereavement, support networks, intellectualisation of therapy, the importance of conversation and listening (go on...). This is episode two of a two part conversation. Guest: Dan Website: thedanudaleblog.com | Instagram: @dudale92 | Host: Mike...
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Ep311 Grief, Support Network and go on... with Dan (Part 1)
In this episode Dan joins us to talk about grief, bereavement, support networks, intellectualisation of therapy, the importance of conversation and listening (go on...). This is episode one of a two part conversation. Guest: Dan Website: thedanudaleblog.com | Instagram: @dudale92 | Host: Mike...
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Ep310 Philosophical Anxiety Journey with Adam
In this episode Adam joins us to talk about philosophical approaches to recovery, happiness, advocacy and open conversations through community projects. Guest: Adam Website: theanxietyunpluggedproject.wordpress.com | Instagram: @adam_the_anxiety_blogger | Host: Mike Instagram:...
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Ep309 Prioritise Self Care with Bruce
In this episode Bruce joins us to talk about prioritising self care, being proactive with our wellbeing, reflecting on our purpose, saying no to more things and the happiness hypothesis. Guest: Bruce Website: daycrafting.com | Instagram: @day_crafting_ | Facebook: @daycrafting247 | YouTube:...
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Ep308 Bluffing Your Way Next? with Alex
In this episode Alex joins us again to re-cap Bluffing Your Way In Ballet at Edinburgh Fringe and discuss what's next. Guest: Alex Instagram: @Seizingthedaycompany & @bluffingballet | Website: seizingthedaycompany.co.uk | Host: Mike Instagram:...
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Ep307 Starting 2025 & Time to Talk
An intro to Time to Talk Day and the Podcast returning for 2025. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | The Podcast Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads:...
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Ep306 End of Year Break
In this episode Mike reflects on recent episodes and the winter break. Signposting to support: samaritans.org | mind.org.uk | mind.org.uk/information-support/local-minds | youngminds.org.uk | themix.org.uk | childline.org.uk | kooth.com Host: Mike Instagram:...
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Ep305 Reinventing Our Wellness with Janey
In this episode Janey joins us to talk reinventing yourself, building a career and her journey with sobriety and wellness. Our conversation also includes reflections on recovery, constellation therapy, coaching, manifestation and meaning. Order Wham to Woo at Waterstones Guest: Janey Website:...
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Ep304 Flexible Workplaces with Fiona
In this episode Fiona joins us to talk about flexible workplace arrangements to support our wellbeing and to support new parents. We also discuss Fiona's work as CEO and Founder at Brand Champions. Guest: Fiona Website: thebrandchampions.co.uk | Instagram: @thebrandchampions | LinkedIn:...
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Ep303 Mental Health Blog Awards 2024
In this episode we share and celebrate the 2024 Mental Health Blog Awards Ceremony. Mental Health Blog Awards Website: MHBlogAwards.com | Instagram: @MHBlogAwards | Threads: @MHBlogAwards | Facebook: @MHBlogAwards | Twitter: @MHBlogAwards 2024 MHBA Winners Project of the Year - Naziat, Pearls of...
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Ep302 Seasonal Changes with Alice
In this episode Alice rejoins us to discuss autumn to winter wellbeing, time and energy maintenance and wellbeing routines. Guest: Alice Instagram: @Alice_Dartnell | Website: alicedartnell.com Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads…
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Ep301 Cosplay & Community with Olly
In this episode Olly updates us on all things Dream Team Portsmouth and potential activities for 2025 and Portsmouth Comic Con. Guest: Olly Instagram: @DreamTeamPortsmouth | Facebook: @DreamTeamPortsmouth Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads:...
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Ep300 Three Hundred Episodes (318)
Three hundred (well 318) episodes! In this episode Mike shares some insights on 154 guests and over 250 hours of mental health and wellbeing conversations. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter:...
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Ep299 Pride Dinner with Dom
In this episode Dom shares his experiences learning and celebrating LGBT+ representation and celebration in work and social circles, while also providing an insight to Goho and their recent Pride Dinner event. Guest: Dom Website: thisisgoho.com | Instagram: @thisisgoho | LinkedIn: @goho |…
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Ep298 Wellbeing Mindset with Bianca
In this episode Bianca shares her lived experiences and expertise. We talk trauma and impact, events and conversations. Mindset Maintenance: Instagram: @Mindset_Maintenance | Website: mindset-maintenance.co.uk | Facebook: @mindsetmaintenanceuk Guest: Bianca Instagram: @iambiancalouise_…
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Ep297 Ballet: From Park to Stage with Alex
In this episode Alex talks about her experience within dance, fitness and ballet. Along with the Bluffing Your Way In Ballet upcoming Edinburgh Fringe performances. "Bluffing Your Way in Ballet pirouettes its fast-paced and irreverent way through the history of ballet. Whizz with us beyond the…
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Ep296 Prioritising Us with Margaret
In this episode Margaret talks about her insights as a Teacher, Coach and Therapist, and Founder of The Grace Project. We discuss 'what is narcissistic abuse' and how to get support. Guest: Margaret Instagram: @margaret_thegraceproject | Website: thegraceproject.co.uk | Facebook…
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Ep295 Stigma and Success with Yola
In this episode Yola talks about the short break between episodes, and introduces some of the upcoming conversations and guests. ‘Help My Vagina is trying to Kill Me!' - premiere of solo comedy about STDs, miscarriages, and pre-cervical cancer - and letting go of shame. Edinburgh Fringe Venue 53...
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Ep294 The Unplanned Break
In this episode Mike talks about the short break between episodes, and introduces some of the upcoming conversations and guests. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ The Podcast Website:...
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Ep293 Pet Day & Local Events
In this episode Mike talks about the recent National Pet Day, and upcoming events in Portsmouth (Fitness Fest and Comic) and how these can relate to our wellbeing. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ The Podcast...
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Ep292 Neurodivergent Mental Health with Emily
In this episode Emily joins us to talk neurodivergent mental health, Emily also shares some of her own lived experiences. Guest: Emily Links: www.linktr.ee/emilyn93 | Instagram: @empoweringem93 Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter:...
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Ep291 Grayson Vale with Adam
In this episode Adam joins us to share insights on the creation and development of his story 'Grayson Vale'. This story and our conversation include discussion of suicide prevention. Support mind.org.uk/information-support/local-minds samaritans.org Guest: Adam Website:...
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Ep290 Breaking Bad Patterns with Simon
In this episode Simon joins us to talk about breaking bad patterns, and de-coding the link between experiences, values and actions. Guest: Simon Website: breakingbadpatterns.com | Instagram: @breakingbadpatterns | Twitter: @SimonPHarper Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads:...
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Ep289 My Whole Self with Mike
In this episode Mike chats about the My Whole Self Day campaign run by Mental Health First Aid England, and some of his personal insights. Topic: My Whole Self Website: mhfaengland.org/my-whole-self Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter:...
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Ep288 Springing into Spring with Nafisah
In this episode Nafisah joins us for a casual chat about Spring, Time to Talk and everyday wellbeing. Guest: Nafisah Instagram: @BamblingsOfNaffy | Twitter: @Bamblingsofnafy Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com
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Ep287 From Blogging to Twitch Live with Anna
In this episode Anna joins us to share her experience from blogging, to YouTube, to Twitch. This is the second of a two part conversation. Guest: Anna Instagram: @thereelanna | Twitch: @thereelanna | Website: thereelanna.com Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_…
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Ep286 New Year Goals and Routines with Anna
In this episode Anna joins us to talk new year's resolutions, goals and activities. This is the first of a two part conversation. Guest: Anna Instagram: @thereelanna | Twitch: @thereelanna | Website: thereelanna.com Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website:...
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Ep285 Match Fit with Johnnie
In this episode Johnnie joins us to talk about mental health within football and his experience writing Match Fit. Jonnie's books at Waterstones - https://www.waterstones.com/author/johnnie-lowery/4357578 Match Fit at Amazon -...
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Ep284 A Refelective New Year
In this short episode Mike reflects on his experience of Christmas and new year and how it's the same but different this year. Host: Mike Threads: @mike_douglas_ | Instagram: @mike_douglas_ | Twitter: @mike_douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com
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Ep283 Art, Comics and Wellbeing with Nomi
In this episode Nomi joins us to share his experience as a comic artist, how art can support wellbeing and we discuss Portsmouth Comic Con. Guest: Nomi Instagram: @NomiRanaArt Host: Mike Website: openjournalbc.com | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
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Ep282 Surf Therapy with Robyn
In this episode Robyn and Alison from The Wave Project join us to introduce the history, support and fun that comes with wet suits and conversations on the shoreline. Guests: Robyn & Alison Website: waveproject.co.uk | Facebook: @waveprojectuk | Instagram: @waveprojectuk | Twitter: @waveproject...
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Ep281 Mental Health Blog Awards 2023
In this episode we look back at MHBA23. This includes snippets introducing the three speakers and the full awards ceremony. Find out more about the Mental Health Blog Awards mhblogawards.com | Instagram: @mhblogawards | Threads: @mhblogawards | Twitter: @mhblogawards Host: Mike openjournalbc.com…
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Ep280 Counselling to Coaching, with Chantelle
In this episode Chantelle joins us to talk all things Mind3dom; counselling, psychotherapy and coaching. After our conversation Mind3dom underwent a brand refresh, with a new name, Mind Un-tied. Guest: Chantelle Website: www.minduntied.com | Insta: @mind_untied | Facebook: MindUntied/ | LinkedIn:...
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Ep279 Brave & Publishing with Sam
In this episode Sam joins us to share her insights with sharing our own lived experience and story sharing by publishing. Guest: Sam Instagram: @SWATTBooks | Facebook: @SWATTBooks | YouTube: SWATT Books | Website: www.frombrokentobrave.co.uk | Broken to Brave Book Order Host: Mike Instagram:...
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Ep278 International Podcast Day
In this episode Mike introduces a few of the podcasts he listens to and encourages finding your new podcasts. Host: Mike Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: www.openjournalbc.com
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Ep277 Paternity Leave
In this episode Mike reflects back on some podcast conversations, and where we are today; leading into a short podcast break. Host: Mike IG: @Mike_Douglas_ TW: @Mike_Douglas_ WB: www.openjournalbc.com
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Ep276 Working, Warnings & Winning with Emma
In this episode Emma joins us to talk awareness days, content warnings, and to share an update on her challenges and successes. Guest: Emma IG: @RedSilvermountains FB: @RedSilvermountainsBlog Host: Mike IG: @Mike_Douglas_ TW: @Mike_Douglas_ WB: www.openjournalbc.com
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Ep275 Expectations and Experinces with Albie
In this episode Albie joins us to chat about autism, accessing services, self diagnosis and service expectations. Guest: Albie Twitter: @ActuallyAlbie | Website: Update coming soon Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com Find out how...
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Ep274 Portsmouth Comic Con with Nick & Olly
In this episode Nick (Portsmouth Comic Con, Event Producer) and Olly (Cosplayer with Dream Team Portsmouth) join us to chat all things Portsmouth Comic Con: it's history, community and charity engagement, event experiences and insights to next year. Guest: Nick Twitter: @PComicCon Instagram:...
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Ep273 Representation and Thoughts with Aeron
In this second part to our most recent conversation Aeron chats representation, creating and maintaining characters, cats vs dogs and opinions vs facts. Guest: Aeron Twitter: @AeronNixDesign | Instagram: @aeronnixdesign Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ |...
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Ep272 Wrestling with Aeron
In this first part to our most recent conversation Aeron updates us on his wrestling experiences, the impact on his wellbeing and a move to more creative roles. Guest: Aeron Twitter: @AeronNixDesign | Instagram: @aeronnixdesign Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ |...
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Ep271 Expanding Horizons with Roger
In this episode Roger joins us to talk running, and more specifically running off road. Along with the impact it can have on our wellbeing. Guest: Roger Twitter: @irunoffroad | Instagram: @irunoffroad | Website: www.irunoffroad.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ |...
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Ep270 Mental Health Blog Awards 2023
In this episode I talk about the Mental Health Blog Awards. Theres a little history, some insights, and what's coming up in 2023. Find out more about MHBA: Twitter: @MHBlogAwards | Instagram: @MHBlogAwards | Website: mhblogawards.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram…
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Ep269 Pets, Partners, Projects with Tom
In this episode Tom joins us to talk dogs/ pets, marriage and support, the theatre and News from the Rooftop. Guest: Tom Twitter: @TomYork | Instagram: @tomyork_ldn | Website: tomyorksays.wordpress.com Host: Mike Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_ | Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Website: openjournalbc.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Mike's Open Journal started out exclusively as a mental health blog. Now it includes my own lifestyle posts and podcast. This includes the topics of health, fitness and exercise, sex and dating, local events and reviews. I am delighted to be sharing more of my thoughts and experiences with you all.
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