Unpacking Mental Health

Jenna puts her hand up for a seat on the New Plymouth District Council and Crez uses her fabulous skills in radio to ask the tough questions. We talk about mental health, our environment, small business and what Jenna can bring to the table.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support our content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Authorised by Jenna Brown - kiaora@jennabrown.co.nzSupport the show

Crez and I chat about booze, and how we have used it to try and cope during tough times and to celebrate in good times. We open up and talk about the role booze has had in our lives, the effect it has on fellow kiwis, family and kids and why booze culture is the way it is in our country.Join us for a bit of a giggle, a glimpse into our experiences and yarns around alcohol and mental health.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support our content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Season 2 is here!Jenna and Crez talk about pregnancy, what it means to be a mother and a millennial and how not all pregnancy experiences are maternity shoots, happy tears and welcoming belly rubs.Join us for a bit of a giggle, a glimpse into our experiences and yarns around pregnancy and mental health.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support our content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Mikki and I talk about eating to assist with positive mental health, particularly depression and anxiety as well as the role of alcohol, caffeine and other foods on our brain, bodies and mood. Want to know if you drink too much coffee? Listen to find out! Mikki is a Registered Nutritionist who I can highly recommend as I have worked with her myself long before creating this podcast. If you would like to get in touch with Mikki, you can via her website below.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Mikki's website here: https://mikkiwilliden.com/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Paul Rangiwahia is a fellow mental health advocate here in Taranaki. Paul is an artist with work showcased in our community and also speaks in workplaces and at events about mental wellbeing in business culture.We discuss how Paul's own life experience set him on a path to creating a business opening conversations around feelings, emotions and wellbeing.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Paul's website here: https://paulrangiwahia.com/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

I talk about life and what it all means with philosopher and comedian, Rodney Norman.Rodney has a simple yet effective way of getting life lessons across to people and giving a giggle along the way. Rodney is a social media sensation and you can find many of his videos on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Rodney is a profound and all-around nice guy who offers light and joy to the world.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Rodney's website here: https://www.rodneynorman.com/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Influencer and Blogger Maria Foy talks with me about her many years living with anxiety and what it was like to deal with the challenges of experiencing post-natal depression with her firstborn. We also discuss how both alcoholism and managing a huge audience of over 500,000 people has impacted Maria's mental health. If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Maria's blog here: https://www.happymumhappychild.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Lorraine talks about what life is like 20 years on from giving up drugs and alcohol, why she has to stop, and the panic attacks and food-related issues that followed. We discuss how Lorraine discovered life-changing rapid transformational therapy and is now helping others to overcome their challenges.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Lorraine here at: https://www.lorrainemaguire.com/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Curtis talks with me about his journey through mental health. From being bullied as a child to serving 13 years in the Royal NZ Navy and representing NZ in a fight. We discuss the benefits of thought and mindset work and ultimately how Curtis has become a mental performance coach. If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Curits' book "From why me to try me" here: https://coachcurtisweeks.com/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

I have the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Yandle about her experience with high functioning anxiety, which turned to not functioning anxiety, depression following traumatic life events and living with body dysmorphia.We talk about how Michelle's own experience has resulted in her empowered eating courses and a focus on helping other people establish healthier relationships with food and their bodies.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/You can find Michelle Yandle here: https://www.michelleyandle.com/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Anneka Carlson is a former police officer and current New Plymouth District Councilor; many will also know Anneka as a local animal rights activist, vegan and member of our Taranaki pride Community. Anneka talks about her mental health journey as an NZ police officer, the online bullying she faces in her current public role on the local council and the journey she has been on to "come out" as an adult.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Today I talk with the wonderful Hayley Benseman about the rise of "Mum drinking culture", what current day alcoholism looks like when you are a Mum, and business owner, and how it can cause disease in your body. Hayley will talk with us about her experience with low self-esteem and lack of personal identity growing up, which lead to years of alcohol dependence. Hayley shares with us how she kicked alcoholism for good, the significant incident that set her on this path, why AA wasn't for her and how much better life is on the other side.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Sarah Cameron shares her experience with postnatal depression following the birth of her second child, a long battle with bulimia, and how her time as a personal trainer has shaped her thoughts around body image. We also discuss the role of fitness in balancing mental health.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions and those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Helen is a mental health nurse who has spent 15 years in psychiatric nursing. After experiencing burnout, Helen spent time upskilling in different mental health and well-being areas and now has quite a different approach to her work. Helen now has a business (One life NZ) where she is running a private practice and still working part-time in mainstream psychiatric nursing at Middlemore hospital.One Life NZ: https://www.onelifenz.com/If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnz Keep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions, as well as those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Nathan accomplished a 20-year career in the NZ Police, where he worked his way up to a ranking of Senior Sergeant. Nathan will talk with me today about managing his own mental health while working in NZ Police, how police work alongside medical professionals in managing the mental health of members of the public, and finally, Nathan's choice to undergo gastric sleeve surgery to lose weight.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions, as well as those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

Julie has been courageous enough to talk with me about her experience coping with the sudden death of her partner, relocating from Taranaki, NZ, to the Gold Coast in Australia and managing her emotions through this time. Julie also shares her son's recent diagnosis with autism and depression, how she has navigated parenting through this time and facing her own experience with depression. We discuss the use of anti-depressants as well as alternative holistic therapies.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions, as well as those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

I'm talking with my wonderful friend Steph Griffith who has bravely joined me on the podcast to talk about her experience with mental health. Steph is going to talk to us about her experience with anxiety, depression and disordered eating. We dive into Steph's teenage years, how she dealt with adversity and kicking a long term marijuana habit. Steph gives us her tips and tricks on developing a positive mindset and seeking a happy, healthy life.If you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions, as well as those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show

This week on the podcast I talk with Nikayla Baker about her experience through self-harm as a teenager, escaping a toxic relationship, building multiple businesses and becoming a first time Mum.  Nikayla shares a body-builders perspective on Instagram and the reality of the images we see. We discuss the conversations Nikayla has with women in her nutrition business around their weight, body image goals, plastic surgery and how the end results affect their self-image.   Dynamic Nutrition: http://www.dynamicnutrition.co.nzIf you enjoyed this podcast and want to support my content creation work, you can make a small donation of $5 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejwordnzKeep up with the latest from The J Word NZ:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejwordnz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejwordnz/Website/Blogs: https://thejwordnz.co.nz/Disclaimer:The J Word NZ and its media content are created based on my own experiences and opinions, as well as those individuals who share their stories with me. I do not have any formal medical or mental health qualifications. If you are experiencing any issues with mental health, please consult your doctor or a medical health professional for advice.Support the show