1 in 4: Talking Mental Health with Abby Lacey & Friends

On this episode of 1 in 4, I'm joined by Kelly Grainger. Kelly is a leading advocate for awareness and acceptance of autism, having been formally diagnosed with autism in 2019, at the age of 44. Today we talk about giving up the corporate world to co-found Perfectly Autistic, with his wife Hester, a platform which provides support, guidance and information for those living with autism, whether personally or a family member; as well as, of course, his own mental health struggles. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.uk or email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #autism #aspergers #adhd #perfectlyautistic #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #anxiety #depression #mensmentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay

Today's 1 in 4 is a little bit different! I'm talking with Laura Brooks, from Sport in Mind, a charity that uses sport and physical activity to improve the lives of people experiencing mental health problems. I invited Laura on as we've been chatting for ages about meeting up and attending each other's sessions, but so far haven't got round to it, so what better than get Laura to come and chat to me here! This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.uk or email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #lifestyle #exerciseformentalhealth #sport #exercise #getoutside #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #sportinmind @sportinmind

On today's 1 in 4 I'm talking with Lewis Cleveland, an ambassador for Looseheadz, a charity tackling the stigma around mental health, as well as former player at Reading RAMs rugby club. We talk about how Lewis suffered from mental ill health for most of his life but only realised about 6 years ago. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.ukor email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #anxiety #depression #rugbycharity #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay

On today's 1 in 4 I'm chatting with my good friend, and fellow Mental Health Mates walk leader, Alisha Brown. We talk about Alisha's 10 year battle with an eating disorder as well as how taking a year off studying has helped her get back with more focus and determination for the future. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.uk or email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #lifestyle #bulimia #eatingdisorders #selfharm #boundaries #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay @mentalhealthmates

Today on 1 in 4, I'm joined by Simon Trower. Simon and I have known each other for about 20 years, but I only knew of his mental health story when he launched the charity, Brave Mind, a charity to help bring mental health into the rugby community, in September last year. Today we talk about his childhood separation anxiety, living with mental illness and what led him to start Brave Mind. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.uk or email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #lifestyle #podcastersofintagram #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #charity #separationanxiety #rugbycharity #togetherwecan @_bravemind

Today on 1 in 4 I'm joined by Rhona Edwards. Rhona and first met about 10 years ago through our love of cooking but since then life has changed significantly for her. We talk about her 'epiphany' to becoming a social worker and get passionate about young people's mental health and education, as well as talking about her own PTSD. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.ukor email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #youngpeople #youngpeoplementalhealth #childrensmentalhealth #ptsd #childbirth #socialwork

On today's 1 in 4, I'm joined by Giles Thornton. Musician Giles and I met during the pandemic when he joined Mental Health Mates - Reading Zoom calls following his own breakdown last year. Today, we talk about the physical symptoms of mental illness, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts and how important exercise and sleep are to his wellbeing. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.ukor email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #lifestyle #panicattacks #podcastersofinstagram #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #intrusivethoughts #sleepforwellbeing #exerciseformentalhealth #psychodynamiccounselling

On today's episode, I'm joined by Dani Watts. Dani and I know each other through our local rugby club, Rams. In 2017 Dani suffered a catastrophic injury whilst playing rugby, which has left her paralysed from the waist down. Dani and talk about not only her time in hospital after the injury but also how her mental health has shaped her, and her exciting plans for the future. This season of 1 in 4 is sponsored by Handling Change. Handling Change are experts in delivering a wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions including ‘on the job' manual handling, emergency first aid, mental health first aid and video productions. We work in partnership with a number of leading international organisations, providing discreet, bespoke and tailored training and support across multiple sectors. Your people. Your culture. Your tasks. Your way. To learn more about the wide range of targeted wellbeing and ergonomic solutions we offer, please visit the Handling Change website, www.handling-change.co.uk or email support@handling-change.co.uk #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #anxiety #lifestyle #podcastersofintagram #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #charity #spinalcordinjury #spinalinjury #rugby #rugbyinjury #wheelchairuser #wheelchairlife #wheelchairmum

On today's 1 in 4, I'm joined by James Mace. I first heard James on The Joe Marler Show back in November, when he was a special guest talking about Movember and the work he does as an ambassador for the charity, so I messaged him on Instagram and am delighted that he came back straight away! Today we talk about his charity work as well as running his own peer support walking group for men, called Walk & Talk 4 Men, bereavement and PTSD. #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #covid #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #ocd #peersupport

On today's 1 in 4 I'm chatting with Lena Britnell. Lena is a fellow Mental Health Mates walk leader based in Buckinghamshire. We talk about how she started running the group, how peer support is so important to us as well as the breaking down the many stigmas of mental illness. #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #covid #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #ocd #peersupport @mentalhealthmates

Today on 1 in 4 I'm joined by Ian Taverner. Ian is the author of Cookfulness, a cookbook aimed at those suffering from chronic mental and physical conditions. Ian and chat about his lifechanging diagnosis of fibromyalgia and arthritis, as well as obviously cooking, his love of music and his wonderful family. #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #covid #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #cookfulness #bakeadifference #makeadifference #anxiety #fibro #fibromyalgia #mentalhealthawareness #findhappiness #chronicpain #cookbook #invisibleillnesses #chronicillnessawareness #chronicillness #chronicpainawareness #chronicpainlife #chronicfatigue #brainfog #fibrowarrior #createspace #feedyourpassions #cooksingenjoy

On today's 1 in 4, I chat with Sophie Morris. Sophie have known in each other for a while now, initially attending pilates and bounce classes at our local gym, and more latterly chatting through LinkedIn. Sophie is an introvert coach, as well as stress management and resilience coach and we chat about her work as well as our love of books. #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #introvert #quietosophy #energymanagement #stressmanagement

On today's 1 in 4, I'm chatting to Esther Nagle. I met Esther at an online networking event in October last year where we hit it off straight away talking about yoga, both living an alcohol-free life, and about Esther's ADHD so it seemed ideal for her to come on the podcast.

On today's 1 in 4, I am joined by Dan Keeley. Dan is a mental health activist, keynote speaker, founder and mission director of #AREWEOKUK. In the podcast we talk about Dan's diagnosis of bi polar, his epic run from Rome to London in 2017 and what he's been up to since and plans for the future. #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #boundaries #peoplepleaser #peoplepleasing #bipolar #exerciseformentalhealth

On today's 1 in 4, I chat with Sara Foxley. Sara and I met at Henley Literary Festival in October 2019 when she joined the Mental Health Mates big walk. Since then we have become firm Instagram buddies, sharing our mental health stories and today talk in person, in the middle of woods sitting on logs, about people pleasing, boundaries, exercise and mental health in the workplace. #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #boundaries #peoplepleaser #peoplepleasing #mentalhealtatwork #exerciseformentalhealth

On today's 1 in 4, I talk with James Gwinnett. James and I met at the Make a Difference Summit back in October where he asked if one of his colleagues could come on the podcast, but once I heard his story, I knew he would have to come on instead! In the podcast, amongst other things, we chat rugby, alcohol and James' love of running really long distances! #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #alcohol #alcoholism #findyourwe #anxiety #rugby #saswhodarewins #mensmentalhealth #mentalfitness

On today's 1 in 4, as a little Christmas special I am lucky enough to be joined again by Jason McMahon. Jason was one of my first guests on the podcast back in May and lots has happened for him since them, so I thought it appropriate to bring him back on! #1in4 #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #bipolar #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #suicide #despression #samaritans #supportinmind

On today's 1 in 4, I talk with Lorna Hayward, founder and host of a ladies-only night PIZZUP - a bloody good night out for mums who love to party! Lorna and I have known each other for about 20 years and, like me, Lorna is very open about her struggles with mental illness, in particular her anxiety and OCD and most recently depression. #1in4podcast #1in4mentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #selfcare #mentalillness #happiness #lifestyle #mentalhealthsupport #endthestigma #mentalwellness #itsokaynottobeokay #gardening #findyourwe #anxiety #ocd

Hello and welcome to 1 in 4, Talking Mental Health with Abby Lacey & friends.

On today's 1 in 4, I talk with Kendall Platt. Kendall and I have known each other since the first Mental Health Mates- Reading walk back in May 2019. We bonded over chat of motherhood, anxiety and gardening. Since then Kendall has left her job and is now working, full-time, on her passion project, Adventures with Flowers, so it's great to catch up and share her story here.

It's a first on today's 1 in 4 - with not one, but two guests! I'm joined by Leighton Gosai and Muz Brittain from Men in Mind. Men in Mind is a new mental health support group, run by men, for men. Based out of Bosscut Barbers, Portishead, we meet regularly to support men in understanding and bettering their psychological and emotional well-being.

Today on 1 in 4 I talk to my friend and colleague, Sian Norris. Sian and I have known each other for about 18 months and in the short amount of time have learned a lot about each other, our mental health and love of all things Bryony Gordon!

On today's 1 In 4, I talk to Chris Moriarty. Chris working in marketing and communications, a blogger and a father to 16 week old twins. We talk about his journey, including his blog, Mental Fitness Life and his Mental Fitness Framework, as well as giving up drinking, fertility and the importance of talking. Don't forget to follow and leave a review so others can find the podcast!

In this episode of 1 in 4, I talk with Rachel Rayner. Rachel, like me, is a Mental Health Mates Walk Leader. She lives in Bristol and is a keen runner as well as being a wife, mum and sufferer of OCD.

Welcome to season 2 of 1 in 4 Mental Health podcast. In this episode I'll be talking to Natalie Ganpatsingh. Natalie is a director of Nature Nurture and works with Dr William Bird's company, Intelligent Health, as well as being an artist, mum, keen yogi and canoeist - we have a lot in common!

In this episode of 1 in 4 I am joined by Emily Hale. Like my previous guest, Charlotte (who actually introduced us), Emily suffers from scoliosis and turned to pilates to compliment her rehab from her spinal surgery. Last year, she started Build & Breathe Pilates to help those not only with fused spines but those suffering from anxiety, having suffered herself.

In this episode of 1 in 4 I am joined by Kevin Waite. Diagnosed 5 years ago with Bipolar disorder and after experiencing a lot of problems in his child hood and then having a problem with drink & drugs in his teens, Kev is now a successful business man who practices many forms of therapy in order to help him live with his condition. Kev has delivered mental health talks to international companies, including one based in Australia. He's also presented his talks to more local businesses, universities and colleges. Kev has a YouTube channel dedicated to sharing how he lives day to day with his condition with the intention to help others and to also help more people understand mental health.

*SPECIAL EDITION* In this episode of 1 in 4 I am delighted to be joined by author, journalist and founder of Mental Health Mates, Bryony Gordon. Bryony has been a huge influence in everything I've been doing in the last year for mental health and I was thrilled to be able to chat with her about lockdown, how life is at the moment , her new book and of course, her special birthday! Please note: this podcast does contain swearing!

In this episode of 1 in 4, I am joined by Anne-Marie Gawen. Anne-Marie and I met a little over a year ago at an Ethical Reading mental health talk, where we hit it off straight away. Anne-Marie runs Unlock Your Wellbeing where she delivers, amongst other things, wellbeing, happiness and mental health first aid training to people, personally and in the workplace.

In this episode of 1 in 4, I talk to Jason McMahon. After 20 years of being a successful businessman, Jason's life changed - following redundancy, divorce and the sudden death of his mother, Jason's mental health spiralled downwards. After seeking help, and through experiences working for a local homeless charity, Jason founded Support in Mind where he inspires employers to be more educated & employees to reach out for support at times of need through personal talks, mental health awareness training as a professional training provider and community outreach in a voluntary capacity. WARNING This episode talks about suicide. If you are worried about someone who is feeling suicidal, or you believe is in immediate danger, please visit: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/if-youre-worried-about-someone-else/how-support-someone-youre-worried-about/. A list of other resources can also be found in the show notes.

In this series, I'll be chatting to friends about their mental health; how they cope their support systems, advice they've learnt and advice they'd like to pass on. In this episode of 1 in 4, I talk to Gina, whom I've known for 20+ years. Gina is a business woman, mum to two teenagers and suffers from bi-polar.

In this series, I'll be chatting to friends about their mental health; how they cope their support systems, advice they've learnt and advice they'd like to pass on. In this episode of 1 in 4, I talk to Charlotte Dodd, works for a wellbeing charity in Leicestershire as well as being a regional rep for Scoliosis Association, and she runs a support group for people with scoliosis.

In this series, I'll be chatting to friends about their mental health; how they cope their support systems, advice they've learnt and advice they'd like to pass on. In this episode, I talk to my good friend and inspiration, Sarah Sylvester, who after a public breakdown last year has set up 'It's About Time' a peer support group, in Wokingham, Berkshire.