Open Book - The podcast

I really hate the term B.A.M.E and I’m gonna tell you why... this week I discuss why the term B.A.M.E completely misses the mark when it comes to inclusion from mental health to economics.

We don’t fail - we merely take what we know from the past and move forward with it! Welcome to episode 1 of ‘I’m Not Rude, I’m Just Anxious’. Delving into me, my mental health and how I wish to erase my anxiety by moving forward in the future and not just worrying about it.

Stormzy recently opened up in a discussion with South London charity - Carney’s Community about quitting weed. As a former weed smoker myself I empathise heavily with why he’s quit and LOVE that he’s spoken on this.

Welcome back to Me, and Mental Health. This weeks guest is my personal trainer Steven Slee. In the midst of corona my eating habits have change, exercising has changed and how I manage my mental health has changed too! I knew I wouldn’t be the only one so I done what I thought was best and consulted a specialist. All of Stevens details are below so if you’d like his assistance you can get in touch! As always, stay safe and healthy ✌

Welcome back to the latest episode of Me, and Mental Health - The Podcast. Today I’m joined by Keyz, who is known as LIFEBEFORETHEGRAM on Insta and has his own podcast which I’ve also been a guest on called Fly on The Wall. I could talk to this guy for hours on end, it’s always good vibes and good conversation. Today we spoke about men’s mental health, mental health in music and bringing the black culture back together. ***SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT before you leave*** You can find mine and Keyz’ details below ✌

I sat down with Dr Emeka Okorocha, you may recognise him from the BBC’s Junior Doctors. He’s also one of our NHS heroes working on the A + E frontline saving lives. Prior to this he gave some insight on mental health, advice on wellbeing, being a young black doctor and the pressure of A + E. Contact details and where you can find me: Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/ You can find Dr Emeka at - https://www.instagram.com/doctor.emeka

Welcome to a very wonderful interview with my therapist Jay Dudley. This woman gave me a pathway to changing my life and I’ll be forever grateful. Jay is based in Aylesbury and Waddesdon, providing a range of therapies (yes - there are many therapies available), confidence coaching and NLP. Jay also provides a free 30 minute consultation to assess your needs first before any sessions take place. Jay treated me for emotional trauma/PTSD in childhood and adulthood. She also helped me to forgive my Dad for being absent in my life which has been a huge barrier for me. Since having therapy I’ve been able to process my emotions in a healthier way, forgive myself/others and let go. Most importantly I’ve been able to move forward with my life. I had one of the longest lists of traumas that Jay has ever seen - we had a giggle about this. So if you think that you have too many problems to be solved, think again and get in touch with Jay! All of Jay’s details are below - Jay Dudley Website - http://jaydudleycoaching.com Contact Number - 07544 755986 Email Address - Jaydudley@hotmail.com Contact details and where you can find me: Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/

Contact details and where you can find me: Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/ Books provide a pathway to knowledge and discovery. I’ve always read since I was a child. Mainly Harry Potter type books and fantasy then but now I’m into self help and development. If you would like to become more of an avid reader, I understand it would be great to have some guidance about what to read and what may help you from someone you can relate to... cue me. I chose The Art of Seduction by Robert Greene. Who is also famed for writing 48 Laws of Power and The 33 Strategies of War not The Art of War as I accidentally mentioned, that’s a different book. I chose The Art of Seduction in particular because there have been times where yes I had been burned by a fuckboy - it happens, BUT my mental health took a nose dive when I encountered the narcissistic/sociopathic personality types. This came across like their bible and was able to give me some well needed closure. I hope you enjoy the review and if you read or listen to this book I hope it gives you the peace, closure and armoury for the future if it’s ever needed. Contact details and where you can find me: Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/

Are you familiar with ‘The Secret’ or ‘The law of attraction’? Is it something you’ve heard of but not quite sure what to believe? Check out my review of the book ‘The Secret’, it’s a book a first read over 10 years ago so it’s something I have a lot to say about! Contact details and where you can find me: Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/

Would you like to care less and do more in 2020? YES - Well I hope that’s the answer. Here’s a book review on a firm favourite of mine. A book called The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A Fuck. It’s a game changer by Mark Manson and this review explains why. I listen to the majority of my books on SCRIBD, check it out for yourself - https://www.scribd.com/g/7k7m5p It costs £8.99 per month and they give you unlimited downloads on books, audiobooks and PDF’s. THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED POST. I just really love the app and believe knowledge is power and there is plenty to go around. Contact details and where you can find me: Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/

Mindsetlondon are an amazing mental health gym in Waterloo that was recently voted GQ Magazine’s number 1 gym. Whilst physical fitness is important, mental health is primary to them and they have 5 core pillars which are the foundation which they build themselves on. I sat down with Darren Sealy founder and owner of Mindset to find out about him and his journey and to answer 7 key questions to gain an understanding about Mindset and how they can help you and your mental health. The key questions are: Why was Mindset created? What does mental health mean to you and Mindset? What are the aims of Mindset? Where are you based? When are you open? How can we find you on social media? Where you can find me Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/

If you’re having trouble with your mental health, or suffer with a mental illness do you know what support groups and services are available to you and where they are? As someone who suffers with anxiety daily and has had depression, I had no idea aside from my doctors where I could go, and who I could talk to. 3 out of 4 people who try to take their life are women. 3 out of 4 people who do take their life are men. 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health disorder. 1 in 6 people in England will experience a common mental health issue such as anxiety or depression. Run With Purpose are a men’s mental health running group who meet every other week at Alexander Park in London - N22 7AY. Co-Founded by two incredible people Joel Thika and Nii Lartey who is also the Co-Founder of Dose of Society, have created a SAFE space for any and all men to come together and express themselves without fear or judgement whilst looking after their physical fitness too. The run starts at 12.00 and they meet by Alexandra Palace Station at 11.30. Who am I? Soraya Stuart - a mental health vlogger and podcaster. I’ve experienced mental health issues like anxiety on a daily basis and periods of depression. I feel passionate about making a change within our society and burying the stigma of mental health both on and off the internet. Where can you find Run with Purpose Instagram - Runwithpurposeldn Website - www.runwithpurposeldn.com Where you can find me Email - Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sorayastuart/

How would you feel if your workplace offered you therapy... for free, as part of your work contract. I think this would be a HUGE benefit, watch the video to find out why. Since filming this I’ve discovered this is actually available at my place of work. It’s available via our Employee Assistance Programme known as an EPA. There will be a video to follow on from this, talking about my experience from my initial enquiry, through to my therapy detailing the whole process. Mailing list - Stay updated! - https://mailchi.mp/fd332b54ba19/sorayastuart Instagram - Soraya Stuart Twitter - Soraya Stuart Facebook - @MeandMentalhealth Podcast Apple/Spotify - Me, and Mental Health

*TRIGGER WARNING* - In this video I am discussing the subject of suicide incase this is a trigger for anyone. - - September is the month of Suicide Prevention. I wanted to focus on Ramz in this particular podcast because he’s an artist a lot of you who follow me will know and has been vocal about his mental health. - - After a performance last year Ramz was really badly trolled online. Celebrities are more likely to die by suicide due to intense public scrutiny. If you’re not famous and you’ve struggled with depression, you want to hide from the world. When you’re famous that’s sometimes not an option.

Dating with anxiety... how do you do it? Tips, advice and me reminiscing on times I’d rather forget. Anxiety on a daily basis is bad enough... I have GAD (general anxiety disorder) and it drives me insane. It makes me want to be Tinman from The Wizard of Oz, just not feel for a split second sometimes. Then I remember I’m human and that I quite like the opposite sex...However, when I combine the two - anxiety and men my whole being turns into a badly wired circuit. I literally have struggled to configure myself over the years to have a healthy balance of the two. At the ripe old age of 27 I’ve definitely taken a few “L’s”... that’s me being VERY modest, but the losses have given me learn and have a better relationship with the dating game whilst managing my anxiety. It’s not always easy, I have to give myself a stern talking to but it is very DO-ABLE. Subscribe to my channel! This video is also available as a visual on YouTube - https://youtu.be/o7LRzFj29EI Check out my other platforms to interact with me and see more content! Instagram - SorayaStuart - https://instagram.com/sorayastuart Twitter - Soraya1Stuart - https://mobile.twitter.com/stuart_soraya

Welcome back to The Open Book Series - Episode 4. In this episode I welcome my best friend of 15 years, Jade. Jade is on this week to discuss having a baby a younger age than the society ‘norms’, she had her son at 19 and went through a really traumatic experience, losing 3 and a half pints of blood in the process. In this episode we cover: Experience of birth How hard it’s been The positives of having a child a bit younger Do you compare yourself? Body positivity and why it’s important to show this in front of her son Tips for younger females going through something similar Once again thank you for tuning in, it’s appreciated and loved! X ***HIT FOLLOW*** YouTube - Soraya Stuart Instagram - SorayaStuart Facebook - The Open Book Series Email: Soraya@SorayaStuart.co.uk I accept all donations for creativity appreciation below - paypal.me/SorayaStuart

In this episode I sit down with therapist Hannah Nicholson, where I gain her insight into some of my favourite topics such as; BAME mental health and how slavery is affecting our thought processes today, gang culture, social media, why Hannah chose her given career path, the benefits of therapy and what YOU can expect, what the NHS offers, what services Hannah offers, all with a bit of science behind the words. Follow me on Instagram - Soraya Stuart ‘Like’ my page on Facebook - @Me, and Mental Health

In episode 2 I discuss my excessive weed smoking to cover up and distract myself from emotional pain and how acknowledging the pain and feeling through it has given me more freedom than ever. Follow me on Instagram - Soraya Stuart ‘Like’ my page on Facebook - @Me, and Mental Health

Welcome everyone to Me, and Mental Health. In this first episode I give you an insight into: Who I am, what I’m doing and why My battles with mental health -depression and anxiety What was the trigger for my anxiety and depression - (I laugh about it now) What helps me Why I prefer the gym over medication Therapy and why I LOVE it How can you get help? Follow me on Instagram - Soraya Stuart ‘Like’ my page on Facebook - @Me, and Mental Health