The Endless Spiral Podcast

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains talk of self harm and suicide ideation. In this episode I am joined by Sean Blake. Sean recently took part in a documentary called Anorexia: my family and me. Sean shares his experiences living with an eating disorder and how recording the documentary has helped him heal. I hope you enjoy the episode. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your content from. As always please don't forgot to like, leave a review and subscribe to the podcast wherever you are listening from. I hope you enjoy this episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this second of two episodes im delighted to say we are joined by back Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Professional Coach. Orlagh Reid.  Orlagh specialises in general councelling, sex therapy, sexual recovery therapy, couples addiction therapy, fertility councelling. In this episode which is (part 2 of 2 episodes) we are focusing on therapy, medications, coping tools and managing your anxiety on a day to day basis. Website ⁠www.orlaghreid.ie⁠ Instagram @thewellbeingpsychotherapist Email: ⁠info@orlaghreid.ie⁠ As always please don't forgot to like, leave a review and subscribe to the podcast wherever you are listening from. I hope you enjoy this episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this episode im delighted to say we are joined by  Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Professional Coach. Orlagh Reid.  Orlagh speciliases in general councelling, sex therapy, sexual recovery therapy, couples addiction therapy, fertility councelling. In this episode which is (part 1 of 2 episodes) we are focusing on GAD which is generalised anxiety disorder. Which is something both myself and orlagh have lived with for most of our lives. Orlagh gives some insight into her own life experiences, as well as explaining what anxiety looks like to different people and offers up some advice on managing your anxiety on a daily basis. We will be recording part 2 of this conversation very soon where we will be chatting about, recovery, copy strategies, help and support, and if have time we'll chat about sexual therapy and what it can do for relatioships. Website www.orlaghreid.ie Instagram @thewellbeingpsychotherapist Email: info@orlaghreid.ie As always please don't forgot to like, leave a review and subscribe to the podcast wherever you are listening from. I hope you enjoy this episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this episode im delighted to say we are joined by Senior Dietitian and Researcher in Child and Adolescent Obesity ASOI Communications Lead Niamh Arthurs. You can learn more about ASOI here www.asoi.info Niamhs drive and dedication is to educate about weight loss bias, stigma and help people understand how obesity can affect individuals and families. Niamh tries to dispelled some common myths while helping provide realistic views and develop more compassion and understanding in our society.   Please don't forget to like and subscribe the podcast wherever you are listening from. I hope you enjoy the episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this episode im delighted to say we are joined by best selling author Caroline Foran. Caroline is the author of books like Owning it, The Confidence Kit and Naked. She is also the host of the very popular podcast also called Owning It. We chat all things anxiety, carolines own story, parenthood, triggers and much more. I hope you enjoy the episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this episode im delighted to say we are joined by eating distress coach Andrea Weldon. Andrea specialises In particular eating disorders and body image issues.   She is also a life and business coach and is also the author of the Book – more than a mirror. I hope you enjoy this episode. All of Andreas contact information are available on her website here Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠  

In this episode we are are joined by registered dietitian Jo Moscalu. Joanne's main focus on eating disorders and in particular, binge eating disorder. Jo explains what binge eating disorder actually is and offers up some very helpful advice on managing your binge eating, supporting a loved one and what to look for if you are concerned about your binge eating. Jo's website is BingEeatingDietitian.com Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this episode im delighted to say we are joined by Emma Kehoe. Emma is an Empowerment and life coach, as well as being a mindfulness teacher.  She is also the host of her very own podcast called Empower With Emma.  Emma like myself has had a very interesting last few years on her journey of self discovery and transitioning from one career to a new one where she has found her passion and true calling by helping and inspiring people. I hope you like the episode.  Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

Welcome to 'The Endless Spiral,' a podcast dedicated to unraveling the intricate threads of mental health, exploring the profound depths of the human mind, and shedding light on the often turbulent journey toward well-being. In each episode, we embark on a thoughtful exploration of the challenges, triumphs, and evolving narratives surrounding mental health. Join me as we navigate the labyrinth of emotions, share personal stories, and engage in insightful conversations with experts, advocates, and individuals who have weathered their own storms.  On this episode im delighted to say we are joined by Minister for State in Mental Health and Older People Mary Butler TD. Minister Butler is the First female Waterford TD to have been appointed Minister. She also had the honour of being the first female Fianna Fáil TD to be elected for the party since 2007. This is only the 3rd podcast Minister Butler has done so feel very privileged to be able to speak to her on The Endless Spiral Podcast. I hope you enjoy this very special episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

On this episode Keith chats to Laura O'Mahony on the importance of humour and how it can help with your mental health. They say laughter is the best medicine so lets ask Laura? They also discuss social media, trolls, dealing with negative feedback, dieting, body positivity her new podcast called Red Raw and much much more. You can find Laura on Isatagram here Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠. Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

Keith chats to ex professional footballer about his career starting out at Cherry Orchard in Dublin to when he moved to Derby County and then ultimately forced to retire from football at an early age at Newport County due to a heart condition. They also chat to Mark about his book A Game Of Two Hearts which documents his incredibly inspiring journey. You can purchase Marks book from Amazon ⁠here⁠ You can also find mark on Instagram ⁠here⁠ Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website. Follow Keith on ⁠⁠Twitter here⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠ Follow Keith on ⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠. Website: ⁠⁠www.theendlessspiral.com⁠

In this episode family psychotherapist and best selling author Richard Hogan chats to Keith about his new book Home Is Where The Start Is, his own childhood, how he parents his children, offers advice on dealing with bullying, social media filtered content, what can be offered in schools, the difference in boys versus girls and much more. You can find Richards new book here. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. Website: www.theendlessspiral.com

I was delighted to welcome the amazing Cara Byrne on the podcast this week. Cara has combined her love of hiking with her passion for psychotherapy & created Hike Psych, Ireland's only Hiking Psychotherapy Practice. We discussed how Cara came up with the idea for HIke Psych, the benefits of therapy in the outdoors, her clients feedback, how she got into hiking and her other passions like getting lost with Keith in parks. You can find Cara on Instagram here and to get in touch with her via her website here https://www.hikepsych.ie/ Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. Website: www.theendlessspiral.com

I spoke to the amazing Irish Times journalist and broadcaster Jen Hogan all about her career, favourite interview (apart from me obviously), dealing with stress in her ever changing job in the media world and how copped with post natal depression as the episode gets a little emotional. Thank you Jen for trusting me to be vulnerable on this very special episode. You can find Jen on Twitter here and on Instagram here Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. Website: www.theendlessspiral.com

I spoke to the amazing and inspirational Emma O'Sullivan all about her battles and experiences with OCD, Body Dysmorphia, Anorexia, and how she's fundraising for private OCD care & advocating for better mental health services. You can donate to Emmas Go Fund Me here You can also find all Emma's contact info and social media links on her LinkTree here Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. Website: www.theendlessspiral.com

On today's show, we are discussing ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). This is a topic I've wanted to cover for a while so I was delighted to be joined by Ken Kilbride who is the CEO of ADHD Ireland. We discuss what exactly ADHD is, the stigma surrounding the condition, differences between AHDH and autism, supporting an adult or child, getting support if you're living with the condition, funding, ADHD Ireland services, and much more. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. Website: www.theendlessspiral.com

In today's episode, I am joined by Jason Wood who is the author of Starving for survival. Jason is a massive mental health advocate and also runs the website Authorexia Bites. Jason's story of being overweight, bullied, losing his parents at a young age, going to weight watchers, and then discovering he had been living with Orthorexia is truly incredible and inspiring. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

In this episode, I'm super excited to say I'm joined by the brilliant and multi-talented Stefanie Preissner. Stefanie is an award-winning writer for screen and stage, author, hosts her very popular podcast called Basically. Created of Can't Cope – won't Cope on Netflix. And is a regular contributor to the Sunday Indo. Recently Stefanie was diagnosed with Autism and we chatting how her diagnosis came about and how its affected her life. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

I'm delighted to welcome back Team GB and now Olympic skier Leonie Gerken Schofield. Leonie made her first appearance on the podcast twelve months ago and since then she has had some ups and downs but one thing is clear her mental health is in a much better position now thanks to her hard work both physically snd mentally. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

In this episode, Keith is joined by broadcaster, presenter, author, podcaster, and all-round super talented Meghann Scully. Meghann hosts a radio show on Classic Hits, has written a book called Broken Love, and contributed to Mental Health for Millennials book series. She also presents a show called What's The Story on the Virgin Media player. We chat about mental health, grief, career, writing, family, and much much more. Meghan's book Broken Love can be found on the Book Hub Publishing website below: https://www.bookhubpublishing.com/product/broken-love-by-meghann-scully/ Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

In this episode, Keith is joined by HUH clothing brand founder Mark Donnelly. Mark donates 10 percent of sales to mental health charities. We chatted about that and what inspired Mark to create the brand. Lots more in this conversation including who Mark would like to wear his HUH clothes and where he sees himself and HUH going forward. HUH website can be found here: https://huhclothing.com/ Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

We covered many topics in this episode with Darren. From Darren's early childhood feeling isolated and struggling with food to maintaining his mental health and fitness during covid it was great to hear how Darren uses his social media for good and has some fantastic advice on therapy, staying connected, and taking a time out when needed. It was a pleasure chatting with Darren, he is so honest, grounded, and articulate. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

In this episode, Keith is joined by the broadcaster Clare McKenna. Clare is currently the host of Alive and Kicking on Newstalk that cover ‘health' in a wide variety of topics. Clare also hosts a podcast called Changemakers. We chat about dealing with lockdown, how covid brought on anxious feelings in Clare, missing family, the importance of family, grief, parenting, work, friendships, meditation, mindfulness, diet, holistic approach to wellbeing. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

In this episode, I'm delighted to say we are joined by author, freelance writer, mental health blogger, and poet, Darragh Fleming. Darragh runs the brilliant Thoughts too Big blog and has a book coming out soon called Lonely Boy, which is published by Book Hub Publishing. Daragh explains how writing helped him overcome grief and come to terms with his emotions. He's a big advocate in exercising, mindfulness, meditation, and therapy to help with your mental health. You can find Daragh on social media on Twitter here, and Instagram here. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

In this episode, Keith is joined all the way from Boston Massachusetts by Binge Eating Dietitian Joe Mascalu. Joe is a registered dietitian with a focus on eating disorders and in particular, binge eating disorder and type 2 diabetes. She offers up some brilliant advice on managing your binge eating. Jo is also one of the people behind the online petition to decommission a controversial tv show here in Ireland - Operation Transformation. Joanne can be found on Instagram here Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

I'm delighted to say I am joined by the multi-talented Hannah Tyrrell today. Hannah is an Irish international rugby player, current Dublin GAA footballer, ambassador for Pieta House, and a massive mental health advocate. Hannah has had a wondering sporting career and is very open about sharing her story now, but it wasn't always that way. As a teenager, Hannah suffered in silence as so many people too. She developed an eating disorder and would also self-harm as a punishment for not reaching her own targets. Hannah is now fully recovered and an ambassador for Pieta House. **TRIGGER WARNING** There is talk of self-harm in this episode. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Follow Keith on Twitter here Follow Keith on Instagram here Follow Keith on Facebook here. All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel. Please subscribe to my channel here

Sinead and her sister Gillian Crowe are two leading proponents of intuitive eating. Sinéad, a mental health nurse and nutritional therapist, and Gillian, a mental health social worker and yoga teacher, have created an online community aimed at deconstructing diet culture and harmful attitudes towards weight loss and nutrition. Sinéad stated that both women experimented with many diets over the years and ultimately developed disordered eating habits (constantly thinking about food; feeling stressed, guilty, and ashamed about food choices and eating behaviours; engaging in cycles of binging and restriction). Intuitive Eating Ireland has a petition running in the hope of getting the TV show Operation Transformation decommissioned. You can sign the petition here: https://my.uplift.ie/petitions/decommission-operation-transformation Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

Joining me today is TV presenter and Celebrity ghost hunter Ray Jorden.  Ray has been on and off our TV screens for over ten years, appearing in shows such as ITV's The Paranormal 5, Syfy Australia's Haunting Australia, and many more, he has also appeared in countless radio shows, newspapers, and media publications talking about his work in the paranormal, anti-bullying, suicide awareness, he is also one of the Celebrity Patrons for the charity called BulliesOut. Ray tells us about his harrowing experiences of bullying at school and how he overcame that period of time in his life by acting and following his dreams of being in front and behind the camera.  You can find Ray on social media here:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/RayJorden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrayjorden/ BullysOut website is here: https://bulliesout.com/ Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com. Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this special year in review episode, Keith hands over the reins to his good friend Louise Dunne. It's been an emotional rollercoaster of a year for Keith and he tries to give some insights into how he's coped this year and how blogging and podcasting about his own personal journey have helped him heal. Massive thanks to Louise for asking the questions and doing an amazing job hosting this one-off episode.  Keith will be back in the new year with more episodes of The Endless Spiral Podcast.  Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In today's episode, Keith is joined by the amazing Jessica Brogan. Jessica is a massive advocate for mental health and wellbeing In general, she has recovered from an eating disorder and tells how living in a home with domestic violence caused her severe anxiety as a child. Jessica is now a therapist in training and has a burning desire to help other people. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In today's episode, I'm delighted to say I'm joined by Personal Development, Wellbeing Performance Coach, Stephanie Doherty. Stephanie works with clients supporting them in areas such as their wellbeing, personal development, mindset, beliefs, and patterns, and understanding their thoughts in order to support them in living a more fulfilling and authentic life. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In today's episode, I am joined by author and resilience coach Lizzy Shortall. Lizzy has written two books. One is called The Lotus and the tiger which was inspired by the loss of her brother. The other is called Joys Playground, a children's book to help kids with Mindfulness, gratitude, and self-belief. Lizzy explains what a Resilience Coach does and how dealing with the loss of her brother inspired her to start writing. Both Lizzys books can be found on Amazon. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

You'll probably know keith from hosting the breakfast show on 2fm. Having finished up a 5-year stint presenting, the breakfast show on 2fm Keith decided to take a step back and focus on himself. By doing that he ended up writing his one-man play called Pure mental. In this episode, the two Keiths chat about being a modern man and dealing with the pressures of life. They talk about growing up in the 80s, sweeping their struggles under the rug, and being Manchester United fans. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

We had great fun recording this episode. Sometimes it's good not to take things too seriously. Norma is currently appearing on stage in Willy Russell's, Sherly Valentine, shes tells us what it's like doing that. We also chatted about mental health in general, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, Bodywhys, Norma's podcast called Heal Your Hole, and Celebrity Ireland Fittest Family. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, Keith is joined by the fantastic Aoife Sweeney. Aoife has been very open and honest about her battles with anorexia followed by bulimia but thankfully she is now in recovery and in a much better place. Aoife explains whats it's like living with an eating disorder and whats it's like to seek out different types of help and support. Fascinating life story by Aoife and it was an absolute honor that Aoife chose The Endless Spiral to share it on. You can find Aoife on Instagram at @aoifesweens Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, Keith is joined by country-rock recording artist Arlene Bailey. Arlene has had her fair share of ups and downs and is quite open about discussing her own mental health battles, and how being diagnosed with bipolar changed her life for the better. She's also had her battles with eating disorders, depression and a bit of bodybuilding thrown in there, because why not. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, Keith is joined by the brilliant Caroline McMenamin. Caroline is a Psychotherapist and Integrative Counsellor. She is also the founder of ‘Replenish', a non-clinical mental health organisation that delivers ‘Mental Health Workshops around the UK and Ireland in schools, workplaces, and communities. Caroline has lived with an anxiety-based mental health disorder since she was four years old which inspired her to help others. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, Keith is joined by Barry Murphy of BodyWhys. Bodywhys is the national voluntary organisation supporting people affected by eating disorders. Barry explains the different types of eating disorders and some red flags to look out for if you are worried about someone who you feel might have an eating disorder. We learn what the first steps are to seek help and what needs to be done in Ireland to increase funding and raise awareness. BodyWhys contact info: Helpline: 01-2107906 E-Mail Support Service: alex@bodywhys.ie Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, I am joined by Chris Sherlock. Chris is a radio broadcaster and also an author who was involved with the book series called Mental Health for Millennials. Chris tells us about his experiences with bullying, suicidal thoughts, binge eating, and exercise. Chris has been very open about sharing his own story, in which he tells of how he fell victim to bullying during his first year at secondary school which caused him to leave school after suffering a series of panic attacks, which in turn led him to the brink of suicide at the age of just 14. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

On this episode I'm delighted to say we have Rory O'Connor (aka Rory's Stories) joining us. Rory is a big advocate for Mental Health and like so many people he's had his battles with it. We all know Rory from his comedy sketches on social media and YouTube but he's also done lots of talks on mental health along with videos for GAA and CIF promoting mental health, so it's obviously something close to his heart. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, Keith is joined by Christine Higgins, owner of Spiritual Wellness & Coaching. She is a yoga teacher, a reiki healer, and a well-being coach. Her passion is in helping people calm the monkey mind and connect with their inner compass. Will we chat to Christine about all that but first we are going to hear about her own personal journey and it's a belter. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, Keith is joined by Stephen from the Trojan Hemp Co. The Trojan Hemp Co. is a new CBD brand based in Dublin. We are always interested to chat with new businesses that offer products to help mental health. Born out of the pandemic, the brand was started by Stephen and his partner Hattie and launched in June this year. They set out to create innovative CBD products, that would help make positive changes to the lives of their customers. All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

In this episode, Keith is joined by the guys from A Game Consultancy. They are the 3 Adam's, Adam Hindley, Adam Smith, and Adam Mayhew. A game consultancy deals with not only a person's outer wellbeing but also your inner wellbeing. We'll chat about why the guy's set up A-Game but also about their own individual journeys. The guys also offer up some brilliant advice on nutrition and understanding your mindset in general. All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

In this episode, I am joined by Irish free diving record holder Claire Walsh. Claire has represented Ireland at the freediving world champs and can hold her breath for 6 mins. We talk about breathing techniques and how it can improve your wellness and even enhance performance, and relieve stress and anxiety. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

In this episode, I am joined by Adrian Hart. Adrian is a newly recovering alcoholic who is currently in the process of getting certified to be both a fitness instructor/personal training and also a certified on managing mental health in adults.  Adrian has been very open about his battle with alcoholism and mental health on his social media, so I'm delighted to say he's here to tell us all about his own personal story.  All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

In this episode Keith is joined by Katy moon, Katy is the host of The Mad Moon Podcast.  We chat about all things mental health including being an NHS Nurse, Katy's battle with body Dysmorphia when she was younger. How she's now dealing with being 7 months pregnant via IVF and how she used to exercise in the past to deal with her anxiety and depression.  Katy says; "I used to use exercise to punish my body now it's a reward, I no longer fat shame myself, and being pregnant and going through IVF has given me a new appreciation for what my body is privileged enough to be able to do."  All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

On this episode, I am joined by two guests today. We have Tony Soutter of The Ellie Soutter Foundation and Team GB Skier Leonie Gerken Schofield.  We chat about the work the foundation does to support ski and snowboard athletes financially and mentally. We discuss concussions in elite sports. Leonie tells us about her injuries and how mentally difficult it is to recover.  All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

We are delighted to be joined by Glasgow Warriors player Fraser Brown on this episode. Fraser has had his own battles with anxiety and depression stemming from several injuries he sustained early on in his career. He has used exercise and sport to help him with his mental health. Fraser is now a big mental health advocate. And it's great to have him join us for a chat. Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available on The Endless Spiral website: https://theendlessspiral.com/ Keith is on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Keith_Russell Keith is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkeithrussell/ Keith is on Facebook: https://facebook.com/iamkeithrussell/ All episodes are available to watch in full on The Endless Spiral YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VGuOrvJFaYQ

This podcast will be about how exercise and sport can affect a persons mental health, positive or negative. Ill be chatting to regular guys and girls like you and me, medical professionals like nutritions and sports psychologists, people in the media, present and former athletes. All podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

In this episode, we have Niamh Orbinski from Nutrition With Niamh back with us for part two of our discussion on developing a healthy relationship with food and exercise.  Today we are chatting about exercise or movement as Niamh prefers to refer to it. Niamh explains what Intuitive Eating is and how it's connecting to exercise.   All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.

In this episode, I am joined by Niamh Orbinski who is the owner of Nutrition With Niamh.  Niamh has studied and worked directly in the nutrition and wellbeing space for 10 years. Niamh specialises in helping people develop a healthy relationship with food. Niamh offers Nutrition services like nutrition counseling, yoga classes, workshops. Niamh chats to Keith about the stigma men have about opening up on their struggles with their diet.   All episodes are hosted by Keith Russell. Podcasts will also be available on The Endless Spiral website www.TheEndlessSpiral.com and on YouTube channel. And please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and give us a review. You can find Keith on Twitter at @Keith_Russell , Instagram at @iamkeithrussell , Facebook at @iamkeithrussell The Endless Spiral is on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Just search for @TheEndSpiral.