Let's Talk About Mental Health

Do your family boundaries seem to disappear the moment someone gets upset? In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m exploring family conflict, toxic family relationships, and how to set boundaries with family… so you can dial down the family drama and start finding peace! I’ll walk you through why setting boundaries with family members feels so hard, what’s really going on in your head when you’re struggling with boundaries, and simple mental health tips to help you say no without guilt.  This one’s especially useful for holidays mental health, but it’s really for any time you find yourself stuck in old patterns with family and want a calmer mindset and less anxiety after seeing them. By the end of the episode you’ll have practical ideas for how to have better relationships with family: protecting your peace, using kind but direct boundaries, and feeling more in control of your own life.  👉 Ready to explore how to keep your boundaries without burning out? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Sick of your family boundaries collapsing the moment there’s drama? In this episode I break down why you keep caving in family conflict and how to set boundaries with family without guilt or chaos. ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Family boundaries and mental health 0:31 Family conflicts 2:22 Why your family boundaries collapse 7:27 How to set boundaries with family 13:12 Sticking to family boundaries 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19035  ➕ Related episodes: Patterns don’t lie! (Episode 303) https://ltamh.com/?p=18325  Surviving the holidays (Episode 311) https://ltamh.com/?p=18935  👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #familyboundaries #difficultfamily #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin  #holidaystress #christmasstress

Dreading Christmas and the holidays? Worried about how to deal with family drama? Going through loss and grief at Christmas? If Christmas and the holidays leave you feeling numb, angry, frustrated, or quietly thinking “I hate Christmas” while everyone else plays happy families then this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast is for you (and me, since I struggle with surviving the holidays too). This week I’m talking about the Christmas blues (or ‘holiday blues’ if you prefer), and what to do when issues like grief during the holidays, family drama, and loss during the holidays turn December into something you’re dreading. I’ll share practical holiday stress tips and simple holiday stress management ideas to help you start coping with the holidays in a calmer and kinder way (or at least in a way that you can keep your sanity!) even if you’re dealing with a toxic family reunion or ongoing family conflict. You’ll also find it helpful if you’re looking for holiday depression tips or you just find this time of year emotionally exhausting.  👉 Ready to learn how to get through the holidays without feeling awful? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Struggling with the Christmas blues? Dreading the holidays? This episode is full of practical holiday stress tips for coping with the holidays without wrecking your mental health. ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 The holidays and mental health 0:42 Holiday stress management 3:36 What does stress during the holidays mean? 7:51 Why the holidays hurt 14:23 How to get through the holidays 23:12 Final holiday stress tips (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18935      ➕ Related episodes: Money stress (Episode 310) https://ltamh.com/?p=18852 📚 Further reading: “Christmas Stress” (Relationships Australia, 2016) https://www.relationships.org.au/document/december-2016-christmas-stress/  “’Tis the Season...” (Mental Health UK, 2021) https://mentalhealth-uk.org/blog/tis-the-season-3-in-10-brits-say-their-mental-health-nosedives-over-christmas/  👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #holidaystress #christmasstress #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin 

Is money stress making every week feel like a fight you didn’t sign up for? Cost of living tips not really cutting it? Well, we need to talk about money and mental health… not to mention the cost of living and mental health! In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast with Jeremy Godwin, I look at how the cost of living is out of control and what that does to your mind and body. I break down why financial anxiety triggers threat mode, how money worries create decision fatigue, and why shame keeps you stuck (and makes it tough to work on your financial wellness). I’m sharing practical ways to cope with financial stress that focus on better mental health first: a simple 10-minute weekly reset I use, quick calming practices for your nervous system, and realistic boundaries you can set to protect your peace while you deal with the numbers. If you’re overwhelmed by rising costs and tired of feeling on edge, this is for you.  👉 Ready to reclaim some headspace and feel more in control (in spite of how expensive everything is these days)? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Feeling crushed by money stress and rising costs? This episode explains what it’s doing to your mind and body, and how to start taking back control of your peace. ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Cost of living and mental health 0:42 Money stress and mental health 3:26 What is financial stress? 7:29 Why your financial wellbeing matters 13:22 How to deal with money stress  22:51 Final money stress tips (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18852     ➕ Related episodes: Desperation and overwhelm (Episode 298) https://ltamh.com/?p=18029   👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #moneystress #costofliving #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #financialwellbeing   

Tired of having the same fight on repeat? Had enough of handling conflict and arguments that don’t ever seem to actually resolve anything? Well, it's time to learn how to handle conflict better! This episode is about healthy conflict without all the drama. This week on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I get practical about healthy conflict resolution and direct communication so you can handle conflict effectively and focus on improving relationships that matter to you. I look at how conflict affects your relationships and how you can use simple conflict management techniques to stop avoiding relationship issues or arguing rather than resolving issues. We’ll explore how to have healthy arguments that reduce conflict, improve relationships, and calm your head so you’re not stuck in your own thoughts. I’ll show you how handling conflict can help you build better relationships with clear, kind asks and follow-through, and I’ll share practical mental health tips for dealing with confrontation so you can stay calm, be direct, and reduce conflict without the drama. 👉 Ready to handle conflict in a healthier way so you can protect your peace? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Learn healthy conflict handling skills and direct communication to manage conflict with less drama, reduce arguments, and build better relationships so you can protect your peace. ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Conflict and mental health 0:29 Healthier conflict 2:10 What is healthy conflict? 6:37 Why healthy conflict matters 11:32 How to handle conflict 22:09 Final conflict resolution tips (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18771    ➕ Related episodes: Raise your standards (Episode 308) https://ltamh.com/?p=18769  Navigating challenging relationships (Episode 289) https://ltamh.com/?p=17399 👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #conflict #betterrelationships #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #Assertiveness #handlingconflict #protectyourpeace #healthierarguments

Tired of dealing with drama and chaos? Raise your standards and protect your peace! In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m tackling a simple fix for better mental health: respect yourself by learning how to be assertive and setting boundaries effectively. I show you how to be assertive without drama, set healthy boundaries, and treat yourself with respect so you calm your mind and cut the chaos. If you want less stress and anxiety, and if you know that low standards do you more harm than good, then I’ll help you to know your worth, stop lowering your standards, and build self trust with straightforward and practical mental health tips you can use today (like how to respect yourself, what having high standards looks like in real life, and the small self development steps that boost self worth). If you’re new here, I’m Jeremy Godwin and Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health.  👉 Ready to lift your standards and find greater peace? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Sick of chaos and stress? Raise your standards — set healthy boundaries, be assertive, and know your worth — to calm your mind for better mental health. ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Standards and mental health 0:28 Raising your standards 3:08 What raising your standards really means 8:22 Why low standards drain your peace 14:10 How to raise your standards 22:46 No more lower standards! (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18769   ➕ Related episodes: Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248) https://ltamh.com/?p=14448  Stop being so hard on yourself! (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566    👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #raiseyourstandards #protectyourpeace #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #Assertiveness #SetHealthyBoundaries #KnowYourWorth #SelfRespect #CalmerMind

Feeling like a fraud? Then let’s talk about feeling like an imposter and how to believe in yourself! In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I cut through the noise of imposter syndrome and show you how to stop feeling like an imposter without drama. I’ll teach you how to believe in yourself more by checking feelings against facts so you can build self trust, boost your self worth, and develop a calmer mindset that supports your personal development (hello less stress, anxiety, and burnout!).  This episode is for anyone who’s stuck in their own head and wants clear, practical mental health tips: how to stop imposter syndrome, how to back yourself, and how to act on evidence.  Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health with Jeremy Godwin 👋. I keep things simple, honest, and doable so you can feel more in control of your life and your mental wellbeing.  👉 Ready to stop feeling like a fraud so you can build your confidence and move forward with a calmer mind? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Sick of imposter syndrome running the show? This episode explores how to stop feeling like an imposter and boost your self-worth for a calmer mind. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Stop feeling like an imposter! 0:29 Imposter syndrome and mental health 3:19 What are imposter feelings? 8:10 Why you feel like an imposter 10:45 How to beat imposter syndrome 22:35 Stop doubting yourself (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18641  ➕ Related episodes: Stop being so hard on yourself! (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566    👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #impostersyndrome #believeinyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward  

Want a calmer mind? Focus on what really matters and protect your peace of mind. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’ll cut through the noise and show you how to focus on what really matters using values based living and intentional living practices.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed and unfocused, or you feel stretched thin by constant expectations and demands on your time and attention, then I’ll give you practical mental health tips to stop people pleasing, start setting healthy boundaries, and focus on what matters so you reduce stress and anxiety without drama.  If you want smarter productivity and clearer headspace, this episode is for you: clear steps to find meaning and purpose so you can live a meaningful life you actually recognise as yours.  Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health with Jeremy Godwin 👋. I keep things simple, honest, and doable so you can feel more in control of your life and your mental wellbeing.  👉 Ready to learn how to focus on what really matters? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Cut the noise and focus on what really matters in life with simple, values-led advice that will help you calm your mind, reduce stress, and protect your peace. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Your focus and mental health 0:32 Focus on what matters 3:00 What does it mean to focus on what matters? 10:37 Why  it's hard to focus on what really matters  17:46 How to focus on what really matters 27:58 Does it matter? (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18636     ➕ Related episodes: Stop being so hard on yourself! (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566    Letting go for peace of mind (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 How to get out of your own way (Episode 301) https://ltamh.com/?p=18175 👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #focusonwhatmatters #priorities #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward  

Don’t be so hard on yourself all the time! And please, stop bullying yourself so much! If your critical inner voice likes to tear you down, then it’s time to be nicer to yourself so you can improve your self-worth and learn how to love yourself more. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I unpack how to not be hard on yourself so you can rebuild your self worth and calm your mind (which also teaches you how to be more confident). If you’re self critical, stuck in “I hate myself” spirals, or just want to be nicer to yourself and love yourself more, this episode gives you practical mental health tips that work including simple self kindness swaps you can make today, language that’s fair not cruel, and small daily steps that reduce stress and anxiety without drama. I know what it’s like to be hard on myself, but I also know that learning how to love yourself can significantly improve your mental wellbeing.  👉 Ready to build real self-worth and improve your confidence? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Sick of your inner bully? I’ll show you simple tools to stop punishing yourself, rebuild your self-worth, and feel a lot calmer starting today. 🙂 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health, with Jeremy Godwin. ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Self criticism and mental health 0:37 Self-worth: how to love yourself more 3:15 What being kinder to yourself really means 9:39 Why self-kindness builds real confidence 12:51 How to stop being mean to yourself 27:25 Being kinder to yourself (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18566   ➕ Related episodes: How to be comfortable in your own skin (Episode 302) https://ltamh.com/?p=18321    👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #selfworth #bekindertoyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #selfesteem #selfrespect #selfconfidence #stopbullyingyourself 

If social media is stealing your peace of mind, it’s time to take it back! Reducing social media use, or quitting social media altogether, will transform your life and lead to better mental health… and in this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about why (including why phone addiction is harmful) as well as how to quit social media, or at least reduce screen time to healthier levels. We’ll discuss how cutting back on social media changes your mood and helps your brain, and what’s involved in deleting social media from your life (and yes, social media addiction is a thing and it’s harmful). From understanding what’s involved in a simple social media detox through to the attention traps behind social media platforms that are designed to turn you into profit, this is the episode that will help you take back control of your life from the algorithm so you can feel calmer and more in control.  And I promise you: quitting Instagram is not the end of the world (I did it and I survived!) 😁 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health, with Jeremy Godwin. 👉 Ready to explore what life without social media (or at least a lot less of it) can feel like? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: It’s time to take back your brain! In this episode we’ll talk about life without social media (or at least with a simple social media detox) and you’ll discover  how quitting social media puts you back in control. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 It’s time to rethink your social media use 0:32 Social media and mental health 2:03 Why social media affects your mental health 8:14 What changing your relationship with social media looks like 12:36 How to change your relationship with social media 25:06 Quitting social media (conclusion) 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18469   ➕ Related episodes: Patterns don’t lie (Episode 303) https://ltamh.com/?p=18325   Letting go for peace of mind (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #smartersocialmediause #quittingsocialmedia #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward #lesssocialmedia #socialmedia #takebackcontrol 

Recurring patterns don’t lie, so if you’re tired of feeling like life keeps nudging you back into the same mess — no matter how hard you try — then in this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I call out what’s really going on and show you how to break repeating patterns: at home, at work, and in your own head. You’ll learn how to break negative patterns, recognise unhealthy relationship patterns, and set healthy boundaries without drama. I’ll walk you through solid mental health tips including a simple daily check-in for greater mental wellbeing and straightforward calmer mindset techniques so you can stop second-guessing yourself, and finally let go of the past that keeps dragging on your present. Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health; it’s practical mental health advice for people who want steadier emotions and smarter productivity that doesn’t lead to burnout, so you can protect your peace.  👉 If you’re ready to break old patterns and move forward in life, then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Sick of feeling like you’re stuck on repeat? In this episode I’ll show you how to identify and break repeating patterns so you can protect your peace and move forward. 🙂 ________________________________ Find my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/ ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Patterns and mental health 0:34 Stop repeating patterns! 3:10 What are life patterns? 6:49 Why patterns keep repeating 10:54 How to break repeating patterns 25:41 Final tips for better mental health 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18325  ➕ Related episodes: Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248) https://ltamh.com/?p=14448   Letting go of the past (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 👋 New here?  Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #recurringpatterns #patternsdontlie #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

Do you feel good about yourself? Do you feel comfortable in your own skin? You should! But that can be tough… so it’s time to learn how to build self-esteem so you can choose yourself with apology. Self-trust and confidence are essential for better mental health, helping you to stop second-guessing yourself and discover how to be comfortable in your own skin. Feeling at home in yourself really shouldn’t be something rare, but for many of us it takes a lot of work and can feel really challenging. In this episode I call out the real problem: second-guessing yourself, avoidance, and performing for others until you’re completely exhausted. I’ll show you simple steps to improve self-esteem, respect yourself more, and improve your self-worth so you can build self-confidence naturally and reduce stress. Expect plain, straightforward, and practical advice to reduce anxiety, stop avoiding issues, and be on your own side, with tools you can use today. If you want a calmer mindset every day and to feel better about yourself, this is for you. We’ll explore how to be more confident by learning how to back yourself and how to love yourself in real life, not just in theory… so you can really be at home in yourself and love yourself more, consistently. 👉 Ready to discover how to be more comfortable in yourself each day? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: If second-guessing yourself and feeling like you have to perform for others is draining you, this episode gives you a clear way to feel at home in yourself so your confidence improves naturally. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Confidence and mental health 0:33 Love yourself more 3:00 What does being comfortable in your own skin mean 7:42 Why confidence matters for better mental health 12:33 How to be more comfortable in yourself 27:04 Final tips for better mental health 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18321  ➕ Related episodes: Body image (Episode 136) https://ltamh.com/?p=6685  Get out of your own way! (Episode 301) https://ltamh.com/?p=18175 Feeling worthy (Episode 285) https://ltamh.com/?p=17104  New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #beyourbestself #loveyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

Are you tired of watching chaos win while the things that matter slide? You need to get out of your own way… and in this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I show you how to get out of your own way — practically and kindly. We’ll use simple calmer mindset techniques, and focus on practical productivity for mental health, to stop self-sabotage, overcome avoidance and procrastination, and reduce stress and anxiety. I’ll walk you through how to set boundaries kindly with assertive communication examples, plus identity-based behaviour change and ways to design your environment for better habits so doing the helpful thing becomes easier than doing the unhelpful thing. If you want a calmer mind and you’re keen to beat burnout with small changes, this episode is for you. You’ll leave with simple actions you can try today and an effective plan for better mental health that you can actually keep. 👉 Ready to reduce stress and act on what matters? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Want a more peaceful life? Get out of your own way so calm replaces chaos, and making progress becomes the norm. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Self sabotage and mental health 0:32 Get out of your own way! 2:28 What is getting in your way? 6:18 Why is getting in your own way harmful? 9:19 How to get out of your own way 28:33 Final mental health tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18175  ➕ Related episodes: Boundaries (Episode 248) https://ltamh.com/?p=14448  Being more assertive (Episode 242) https://ltamh.com/?p=14199  Conquering self-doubt (Episode 283) https://ltamh.com/?p=16884 New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #getoutofyourownway #betterliving #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

You shouldn’t need to have a breakdown to learn how not to break down. If you’re dealing with difficult times and barely holding it together, this episode is for you. If it’s ever felt like you may have a nervous breakdown (or if you’ve already had one), or if you’ve found yourself heading towards an emotional breakdown, then you’ll know the impact that struggling mentally and emotionally can have on your quality of life. So, let’s turn things around! In this week’s episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about the importance of protecting your peace and the role it plays in avoiding a breakdown by helping you start spotting the early warning signs. You’ll learn what’s involved in setting boundaries without guilt, and how to start using simple coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and burnout. I’ll show you how to strip life back to what matters, take small daily actions (one day at a time), and choose a steadier pace that actually supports your mental health. 👉 Ready to reduce stress and feel more in control? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Learn to spot the signs early, set better boundaries, and take small steps that prevent burnout… because prevention is a lot better than recovery. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Mental breakdown and mental health 0:46 How to avoid breakdown 3:06 Mental health lessons 27:04 Final mental health tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18109    ➕ Related episodes: Being more present (Episode 287) https://ltamh.com/?p=17181 Peace of mind (Episode 293) https://ltamh.com/?p=17668  Focusing on what you can control (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #protectyourpeace #avoidabreakdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

Your thoughts can either be your prison or your freedom; it’s all a matter of the mindset you choose. Your mindset shapes the reality you live in... but what if most of what you believe about yourself and your life is just a story you’ve been telling on repeat? When you default to negative thoughts, or when your mindset is harsh, or panicked, everything feels a lot harder. But when the story you tell yourself is steadier and kinder, and you adopt a more positive mindset, that’s when you start to take back control: your stress levels drop, your choices improve, and you can finally feel like you’re moving forward. In this week’s episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m sharing how to change the way you experience life by shifting your mindset. You’ll learn practical ways to reset unhelpful patterns, choose calmer perspectives, and create a healthier outlook you can actually live with. Because when you change your mindset, you change everything. 👉 Ready to change your life by changing your mindset? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: If your thoughts are running the show, it’s time to take back control… because when you change your mindset, you change your life. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Mindset and mental health 0:40 Mindset is everything 2:42 What is mindset? 8:19 Why your mindset matters 15:32 How to change your mindset 27:06 Final mental health tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18039   ➕ Related episodes: Realistic positive thinking (Episode 292)  https://ltamh.com/?p=17609   Focusing on what you can control (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 How to make peace with the past (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #mindset #changeyourmindset #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

Feeling like everything’s spiralling out of control, and you’re about to lose it? Desperation makes everything feel like an emergency… even when it’s not. That desperate energy sets your thoughts racing, your heart pounding, and suddenly you find you’re reacting instead of responding. But here’s the truth: feeling desperate doesn’t mean you’re broken or weak. It just means your nervous system is overloaded, and your brain is screaming for relief. So let’s explore what’s involved in overcoming desperation.  In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’ll break down what desperation really is, why it hijacks your thinking, and — most importantly — how to interrupt the spiral before it takes over. You’ll learn practical strategies to ground yourself, manage the panic, and respond with clarity instead of chaos. If you’ve ever thought “I can’t take this anymore,” this one’s for you. Because you don’t need to escape that feeling; you just need to stop letting it control your next move. 👉 Ready to feel less desperate and more calm? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: When you feel desperate, it can seem like chaos is your only option; in this episode I’ll show you how to take back control before desperation sucks you under. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Desperation and mental health 0:35 Feeling desperate 3:44 What is desperation? 8:53 Why desperation affects you so deeply 15:28 How to go from desperate to grounded 27:00 Final mental health tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18029  ➕ Related episodes: Hopelessness (Episode 297) https://ltamh.com/?p=17921 How to make peace with the past (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 Focusing on what you can control (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwin  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #desperation #feelingdesperate #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

How do you keep going when life feels impossible? Feeling hopeless can make it seem like nothing will ever change... but that’s not the truth. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m sharing practical ways to tackle hopelessness so you can steady yourself, take back some control, and start moving forward again. You’ll learn why hopelessness keeps you stuck, how to stop fighting your feelings, and the steps that help you rebuild your strength one small action at a time. From stabilising yourself in the darkest moments to finding support that lasts, this episode gives you a clear path back towards possibility. By the end of it, you’ll know how to face hopelessness head-on and, most importantly, how to keep going even when life feels overwhelming. 👉 Ready to find your way back to hope? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Hopelessness tells you nothing will ever change; this episode shows you how to prove it wrong. 🙂 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Feeling hopeless and mental health 0:34 How to overcome hopelessness 2:43 What is hopelessness? 7:56 Why hopelessness affects you so deeply 12:50 How to go from hopelessness to possibility 26:33 Final mental health tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17921  ➕ Related episodes: ADD*** Being more present (Episode 287) https://ltamh.com/?p=17181 Peace of mind (Episode 293) https://ltamh.com/?p=17668 🎓 Learn more: ADD*** Healing (Episode 294) https://ltamh.com/?p=17740  How to make peace with the past (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 Focusing on what you can control (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwin  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #hopelessness #feelinghopeless #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

Still stuck in a past that hurts? This episode shows you how to let go… even if you’re not ready, and even if it still stings. We’ll explore why letting go is so hard — grief, identity, and the lure of ‘closure’ — and then we’ll get practical. You’ll learn to name what you’re holding, feel what you’ve avoided, interrupt the ‘if only’ loop, stop trying to ‘win’ the past, set small boundaries, and more. We’ll focus on choosing peace over rumination, putting your energy where you have control, and taking small and doable steps forward. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect apology, or a tidy ending, then this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast offers you another way; one that protects your peace, and helps you carry your story differently. 👉 Ready to let go, even when it’s tough? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Still holding on to something? Learn how to finally let go and take your life back. 😃 ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Letting go and mental health 0:47 How can I let go? 3:10 What letting go really means 7:54 Why letting go is hard 16:25 How to let go 26:16 Final mental health tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17880  ➕ Related episodes:  Healing (Episode 294) https://ltamh.com/?p=17740  Making peace with the past (Episode 295) https://ltamh.com/?p=17830 🎓 Learn more: Being more present (Episode 287) https://ltamh.com/?p=17181 Focusing on what you can control (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwin  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #lettinggo #healing #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

How do you let go of the past when it still hurts? In this episode I show you how to make peace with the past — without pretending it didn’t happen — so you can move forward. You’ll learn what real peace looks like, why rumination keeps you stuck, and how to stop waiting for closure that may never come. We’ll talk about acceptance (not avoidance), self-compassion, boundaries, grief work, and practical ways to carry your story differently. By the end, you’ll know how to let go of the past, move forward with intention, and take back your power… even when you can’t change what happened. 👉 Ready to carry the past differently? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: You can’t change the past, but you can change how you carry it. ________________________________ ⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 The past and mental health 0:25 Making peace with your past 2:31 What it really means to make peace with the past 6:27 Why making peace with the past matters 14:22 How to make peace with the past 26:05 Final mental health tips & applying what you’ve learned 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17830 ➕ Related episodes:  Healing (Episode 294) https://ltamh.com/?p=17740  🎓 Learn more: Focusing on what you can control (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 Letting go of anger (Episode 288) https://ltamh.com/?p=17333 Peace of mind (Episode 256) https://ltamh.com/?p=14771  New here?  Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday. 🔗 Links Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com  Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin  Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/   My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/   Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/   Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwin  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/         #healing #movingforward #mentalhealth

How do you heal when it still hurts? Healing is hard, but staying stuck is harder. What if you stopped trying to ‘get over it’ and focused on actually healing instead? In this powerful episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m breaking down what real healing looks and feels like… and why it’s not about forgetting the past, but learning how to stop letting it control you. I’ll show you how to recognise quiet signs of progress, how to work through emotional pain (without rushing it), and how to make peace with what hurt you so you can move forward. Whether you’re healing from trauma, grief, family dysfunction, or something else entirely, this episode is your reminder that you’re not broken; you’re healing… one brave, messy step at a time. 👉 Ready to learn how to support your own healing, even if you still feel stuck? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: Still hurting and wondering why you’re not ‘over it’ yet? This episode reveals what real healing looks like… and why it’s nothing like you’ve been told. 😃 💬 Let me know:   What’s one small thing you can start doing this week to support your healing? 👍 Enjoyed this episode? Hit ‘like’! And follow/subscribe for more weekly episode about better mental health. 📝 Episode transcript and show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17740     🎧 Past episodes you may find helpful (as mentioned in this episode): Episode 248: Setting healthy boundaries https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Episode 293: Barriers to peace of mind https://ltamh.com/?p=17668 🔗 Links: Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwin Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Healing and mental health 0:38 Your healing journey 2:29 What does healing mean? 6:45 Why is healing so hard? 14:24 How to heal and move forward 26:45 Final tips and applying what you’ve learned New here? Hi! 👋😃 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is the show that helps you improve your mental health. In the weekly episodes of Let’s Talk About Mental Health Jeremy Godwin makes better mental health simple, with straightforward and practical advice grounded in both quality research and personal experience. Jeremy is a writer and counsellor with extensive lived experience of severe anxiety and depression, and he creates tools and resources full of helpful mental health tips to improve your mental wellbeing and build greater mental health awareness.  Visit ltamh.com for more about the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast and videos, or follow @ltamentalhealth on Instagram for mental wellbeing tips and updates. #healing #movingforward #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin

Peace of mind shouldn’t feel this hard… and yet, it does. If finding peace feels tough right now, then this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast is for you. Struggling to find peace of mind — even when nothing’s technically wrong — often happens when things are getting in the way and preventing you from being able to fully switch off. If your brain feels full, you’re finding it difficult to unwind, and the smallest things set you off, then it’s time to work on improving your peace of mind. Because peace of mind isn’t something you just stumble across… it’s something you make space for. And since there’s so much that can get in the way of it, finding your peace also means actively tackling the stuff that’s preventing you from feeling calm. The truth is, your headspace is probably being taken up by things you’ve been tolerating for far too long that are actually doing you more harm than good… so, let’s change that! In this episode I’m breaking down what peace of mind really is, why it often feels impossible to find, and how to clear the mental and emotional clutter that’s getting in the way. You don’t need a total life overhaul; just a few intentional shifts that will help you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control. If your inner world feels chaotic, then let’s talk about how to reclaim your peace! 👉 Ready to improve your peace of mind? Then let’s talk! 💡 TL;DR: If peace of mind feels impossible lately, this episode will help you uncover what’s really getting in the way… and how to finally take back your calm! 😃 💬 Let me know:   What’s one thing you’ve been tolerating that’s been quietly draining your peace of mind? 👍 Enjoyed this episode? Hit ‘like’! And follow/subscribe for more weekly episode about better mental health. 📝 Episode transcript and show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17668    🎧 Past episodes you may find helpful (as mentioned in this episode): Episode 281: How to deal with anxiety https://ltamh.com/?p=16786 Episode 291: Focusing on what you can control https://ltamh.com/?p=17492  Episode 248: Setting healthy boundaries https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Episode 286: Emotional boundaries https://ltamh.com/?p=17181 🔗 More links: Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin Sign up for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://wp.me/P9zN54-fL  My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwin Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Peace of mind and mental health 0:50 Finding peace of mind 2:18 What is peace of mind? 8:24 Why peace of mind feels out of reach 15:43 How to create peace of mind 27:25 Final tips and applying what you’ve learned New here? Hi! 👋😃 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is the show that helps you improve your mental health. In the weekly episodes of Let’s Talk About Mental Health Jeremy Godwin makes better mental health simple, with straightforward and practical advice grounded in both quality research and personal experience. Jeremy is a writer and counsellor with extensive lived experience of severe anxiety and depression, and he creates tools and resources full of helpful mental health tips to improve your mental wellbeing and build greater mental health awareness.  Visit ltamh.com for more about the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast and videos, or follow @ltamentalhealth on Instagram for mental wellbeing tips and updates. #peaceofmind #findingpeace #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #mindset