Let's Talk About Mental Health

Overthinking? Stuck in thought spirals? Racing thoughts? If your mind won’t switch off and you feel trapped in your own head, this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast is for you. This week I’m exploring what’s really going on when an overactive mind ramps up. I’ll also dig into why anxiety and overthinking can fuel rumination, worst-case thinking and catastrophising, and we’ll talk about why “just stop thinking!” doesn’t work when your nervous system is on high alert. I’ll guide you through a practical, real-life way of dealing with overthinking: calm your nervous system with simple nervous system regulation first, then use a clear step-by-step process to interrupt thought spirals and choose what actually deserves your attention. By the end of this episode you’ll know how to stop overthinking in the moment, how to calm your mind more quickly, and what you can do to build habits that stop negative thought spirals from running your life.👉 Ready to calm your mind and turn the volume down on the noise? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Overthinking and thought spirals can feel like your brain has you trapped on repeat; in this episode, I’ll show you how to calm your mind by turning the volume down at the nervous system level so you can finally think clearly again.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Overthinking and mental health0:42 How to stop a thought spiral2:55 What overthinking really is6:36 Why your brain won’t switch off10:50 How to deal with overthinking21:45 Final self doubt tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19518    ➕ Related episodes:How to stop overthinking so much (Episode 236): https://ltamh.com/?p=13840  Let’s Talk About… Overthinking (Episode 4): https://ltamh.com/?p=340 Ruminating on the past (Episode 313): https://ltamh.com/?p=19054👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #thoughtspirals #overthinking #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #anxietyhelp #calmyourmind #racingthoughts #nervoussystemregulation 

What do you do when your emotional regulation goes out the window? Can you learn how to manage your emotions when feeling overwhelmed? This week on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about emotional regulation and what to do when emotions take over in simple and practical terms: what it is, why it gets so much harder when you’re feeling overwhelmed, and how to control your emotions without pretending you’re fine or trying to “just calm down”. If you’re feeling anxious and overwhelmed, stuck in your own head, or wondering how to regulate emotions when stress takes over, this episode will help you make sense of what’s happening and show you how to manage emotions more effectively. I unpack how emotional regulation works, why your nervous system can push you into fight, flight, freeze, fawn or shutdown, and how to emotionally regulate yourself with simple mental health tips you can actually use in real life. So… if you want to control emotions, stop reacting on autopilot, and learn how to stop feeling overwhelmed and stressed, this episode will help you feel clearer, calmer, and more capable of handling whatever life throws at you. 👉 Ready to regulate your emotions and calm your mind? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Feeling overwhelmed and reacting on autopilot? In this episode I’ll show you how emotional regulation really works so you can control your emotions, calm your nervous system, and handle stress without making things worse.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Emotional regulation and mental health0:33 How to control your emotions4:31 What is emotional regulation? 10:21 Why regulating your emotions matters15:12 How to manage your emotions24:24 Final tips for controlling your emotions📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19866      ➕ Related episodes:Being kinder to yourself (Episode 326): https://ltamh.com/?p=19801Overthinking and thought spirals (Episode 321): https://ltamh.com/?p=19518How to deal with anxiety (Episode 281): https://ltamh.com/?p=16786 People pleasing (Episode 122): https://ltamh.com/?p=5798 Expressing yourself (Episode 279): https://ltamh.com/?p=16628 👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #emotionalregulation #feelingoverwhelmed #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #stressandanxiety #overwhelm #anxietyhelp #nervoussystemregulation #selfregulation #calmyourmind

Are you tired of feeling like your own worst enemy in your own head? Then you need to learn how to be kinder to yourself, and how to love yourself more… and that’s what this episode is all about!This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about being kinder to yourself when you’re struggling… because a harsh inner critic, negative self talk, and that relentless negative inner voice can all harm your self worth, chip away at your self respect, and make maintaining good mental health much harder than it needs to be. I break down how to be kinder to yourself without drifting into denial or excuses, and I explore how to love yourself in a more grounded and practical way. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering “why do I hate myself?”, or felt stuck in patterns of self criticism, this episode will help you stop bullying yourself, understand how self criticism and mental health affect each other, and start building more self kindness, self compassion, and real emotional balance. I’ll walk you through simple mental health tips and practical self love tips to help you heal your inner critic, learn how to practice self love, and start approaching your self improvement with greater honesty and less shame. 👉 Ready to start being kinder to yourself? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR Dealing with a harsh inner critic, negative self talk, and feeling like you’re constantly bullying yourself in your own head? In this episode I’ll show you how to be kinder to yourself, how to love yourself in a more grounded way, and how to stop self criticism from harming your mental health.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Self kindness and mental health0:24 How to love yourself 2:11 One simple self love tool3:31 What is an inner critical voice7:33 Why self-criticism harms your mental health11:40 How to be kinder to yourself22:28 Final tips for learning to be kinder to yourself 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19801     ➕ Related episodes:Improving your self-worth (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566Realistic positive thinking (Episode 292): https://ltamh.com/?p=17609 How to love yourself more (Episode 247): https://ltamh.com/?p=14405 How your mindset shapes your reality (Episode 299): https://ltamh.com/?p=18039 👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #bekindertoyourself #selflove #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #selfkindness #selfcompassion #selfworth #selfrespect #negativeselftalk #innercritic #selflove  

Dealing with difficult people who drain you, derail your day, and leave you replaying  things in your head for hours and hours? Difficult and toxic relationships are emotionally exhausting, and protecting your peace can feel like you’re working a second full-time job that you never applied for. This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m sharing practical advice for dealing with difficult people while protecting your peace, whether that’s at home, in friendships, or at work (especially at work!). I’ll talk about how to handle rude people without buying into the drama, how to stop taking things personally, and simple conflict resolution approaches that help you stay calm and clear. We’ll talk through setting boundaries with difficult people that actually hold, and what to do when you’re stuck dealing with difficult coworkers (or toxic coworkers) who push, needle, or twist things. And yes, I’ll also address how to deal with toxic people and manipulative people; not with labels or name-calling, but with practical ways to protect your energy and make smart choices about what access you grant (or don’t) to toxic people in your life. If you want to understand how to protect your peace and stay grounded while you’re dealing with difficult people, this episode is for you. 👉 Ready to start setting boundaries for dealing with difficult people that protect your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR Dealing with difficult people is exhausting; in this episode I’ll show you how to handle difficult or even toxic people with calm and clear boundaries (while protecting your peace and keeping your self-respect intact).Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Difficult people and mental health0:35 Dealing with difficult people3:42 What dealing with difficult people looks like7:51 Why difficult people affect your mental health12:19 How to deal with difficult people26:35 Final tips for dealing with difficult people📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19737 ➕ Related episodes:Toxic People (Episode 75): https://ltamh.com/?p=3284 Navigating challenging relationships (Episode 289) https://ltamh.com/?p=17399👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #difficultpeople #toxicpeople #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #boundaries #settingboundaries  #workstress #conflictresolution #protectingyourpeace

Trying to find closure from someone who won’t forgive you? This week on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about finding closure when the other person won’t even meet you halfway; no apology, no forgiveness, no neat ending, and often no answers at all. And while closure might seem impossible, it’s actually more possible than you might think.If you often find yourself replaying an unresolved conflict, stuck in a relationship breakdown, or grieving losing a relationship (including family estrangement), this episode will help you stop living in that ‘appeal process’ headspace and show you how to start creating closure that protects your peace. I’ll explain how to approach finding closure in a grounded way: closure without an apology, closure without forgiveness, and how to move on without closure when you’re living without answers. We’ll cover why it hurts so much to feel misunderstood, what emotional closure actually looks like in real life, and the simple shifts that reduce stress and anxiety without drama… so you can move forward with self-respect, even if the situation is never resolved with the other person. 👉 Ready to find your own closure and reclaim your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Still waiting for closure from someone who won’t forgive you? In this episode I’ll show you how finding closure really works — even with unresolved conflict, family estrangement, and no apology — so you can get emotional closure and move on without drama.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Closure and mental health0:29 Finding closure3:55 What is finding closure without forgiveness?7:36 Why unresolved endings mess with you11:24 How to find closure22:28 Final tips for finding closure📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19676   ➕ Related episodes:Improving your self-worth (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566Healthier conflict (Episode 309): https://ltamh.com/?p=18771👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #closure #movingforward #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #findingpeace #FindingClosure #protectyourpeace #selfrespect #findclosure

Can you learn how to be less reactive? Yes! And this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast will teach you how, with a strong focus on emotional regulation techniques that work. If you find yourself on-edge and snapping at things that wouldn’t normally bother you, you’ll know that living with constant stress and anxiety is exhausting. Simple nervous system regulation tools will help you be less reactive and learn how to stop reacting emotionally without pretending life is calm, especially when you’re feeling overwhelmed. I’ll share practical advice on how to be less reactive so you can stop reacting and deal with your emotions effectively, and I’ll explain how to control your emotions with self respect and self-kindness… because you can’t stop being reactive by being cruel to yourself. I’ll explain why your brain struggles to stay calm under pressure, and why the power of not reacting and learning to think first plays such a big role in better mental health. You’ll discover emotional regulation tools you can use at any time, including small-but-powerful changes that help you respond instead of react, reduce stress at work, and break the stress cycle so you’re not just running on emotional fumes. By the end of the episode, you’ll know how to be less reactive in everyday chaos, how to stop overreacting when you’re overloaded, and what to do next to keep building steadier nervous system regulation. 👉 Ready to respond instead of reacting? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Stop reacting to everything! Learning how to be less reactive will help you stay calm under pressure and break the stress cycle… and in this episode I’m sharing emotional regulation tools that help you think first, respond instead of react, and stop stress running your day.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Being less reactive and mental health0:31 The power of not reacting3:52 What does being reactive mean?7:14 Why being reactive affects your mental health11:49 How to be less reactive 22:42 Final tips for setting boundaries📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19640  ➕ Related episodes:Dealing with world chaos (Episode 315): https://ltamh.com/?p=19074Stop letting yourself down! (Episode 318): https://ltamh.com/?p=19412Overthinking and thought spirals (Episode 321): https://ltamh.com/?p=19518👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #howtobelessreactive #emotionalregulation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #calm #nervoussystem  #nervoussystemregulation #ThinkFirst  

Do you want to stop people pleasing, but struggle to keep your boundaries? If you tend to stress or panic the second someone reacts negatively to your boundaries, this episode is for you.This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m focusing on “the wobble moment” that often comes from boundary pushback. If you know how to say no but struggle with boundary setting when guilt, tension, or persistence shows up, this episode will help you keep your boundaries without drama. I’ll break down why people pleasing in relationships often comes from fear of conflict, conflict avoidance, and fear of disappointing people, and how that leads to over-explaining, self-abandonment, and feeling stuck in your own head. You’ll learn practical mental health tips for setting boundaries and holding boundaries in a calmer, clearer way, so you can stop people pleasing and keep your boundaries even when someone doesn’t like it. And if you keep thinking “why can’t I set boundaries?” or you feel you can’t say no because of guilt when saying no, I’ll show you how to be more assertive while still being a decent human being.👉 Ready to keep your boundaries and back yourself under pressure?  Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of trying to stop people pleasing and then folding the moment someone pushes back? In this episode I’ll show you how to keep your boundaries without over-explaining, guilt, or drama, so you can back yourself and protect your peace.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Boundaries and mental health0:32 Sticking to your boundaries2:44 What does maintaining boundaries mean?7:11 Why you feel guilty about setting boundaries12:50 How to keep your boundaries23:46 Final tips for setting boundaries📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19562 ➕ Related episodes:The power of ‘no’ (Episode 105): https://ltamh.com/?p=4891 How to say no without feeling guilty (Episode 258): https://ltamh.com/?p=14853 Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248): https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Discomfort and growth (Episode 239): https://ltamh.com/?p=14013 Healthier conflict (Episode 309): https://ltamh.com/?p=18771👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #boundaries #mentalhealth #settingboundaries #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #assertiveness #boundarysetting  

Ever think “I have no idea what I’m doing” and instantly assume that having self-doubt and feeling unsure of yourself means you’re failing? Well, you’re not!In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m getting brutally honest about self-doubt and why those thoughts can spiral into overthinking and anxiety, self-judgement, shame, and relentless negative self-talk… and how to stop letting your inner critic run the show. If you’re unsure of yourself, stuck in reassurance seeking, or dealing with imposter syndrome and a constant fear of making the wrong decision, you’re not alone… and you’re not broken. I’ll show you how to handle self-doubt and how to handle uncertainty in a way that actually helps to calm your nervous system, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start building self respect even when your mind is still shouting, “But I have no idea what I’m doing!” This episode is for those moments when you feel lost in life and your brain turns “I don’t know” into “I can’t trust myself”. 👉 Ready to learn how handle uncertainty and self-doubt without spiralling? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Stuck thinking “I have no idea what I’m doing!” and letting self-doubt hijack your mind? In this episode I’ll show you how to handle uncertainty, silence your inner critic, and learn to trust yourself again with greater self-respect.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Self doubt and mental health0:42 Feeling unsure of yourself5:30 What is feeling unsure of yourself9:07 Why self-doubt affects your mental health14:30 How to deal with self-doubt22:17 Final self doubt tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19460   ➕ Related episodes:Overcoming imposter syndrome (Episode 307): https://ltamh.com/?p=18641 Improving your self-worth (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #selfdoubt #trustyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #overthinking #anxietyhelp #impostersyndrome #innercritic #negativeselftalk #selfrespect #calmyourmind 

Having the same argument with someone you care about, over and over? This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m digging into what’s really going on when you keep having the same argument every time and how repeating arguments in relationships leaves you exhausted, anxious, and second-guessing yourself. I break down the link between recurring arguments, relationship conflict, and mental health, and why we keep arguing about the same things instead of fixing what’s underneath. You’ll learn how to stop the same fight from hijacking your interactions, how to break arguing patterns, and practical ways to move towards healthier communication in relationships, so you can reduce relationship stress, protect your peace, and actually build better relationships that support your mental wellbeing. This is practical mental health advice that really helps if you’re feeling stuck in your relationship or trapped in your own head by constant rows, with simple tools you can use to respond differently and feel calmer… even when things are tense. 👉 Ready to change how you handle having the same argument so you can protect your peace and move forward? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you’re tired of having the same argument on repeat, this episode helps you understand what’s really going on and how to respond differently so you can build better relationships and protect your peace.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Repeating arguments and mental health0:36 Recurring arguments3:10 What are recurring arguments?8:15 Why repeating arguments affect your mental wellbeing15:19 How to manage recurring arguments23:03 Final having the same argument tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19431  ➕ Related episodes:Healthy conflict (Episode 309): https://ltamh.com/?p=18771Patterns don’t lie! (Episode 303): https://ltamh.com/?p=18325Being kinder to yourself (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566 👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #recurringarguments #betterrelationships #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #relationships #healthierrelationships #communication #handlingconflict 

Breaking promises to yourself? Let’s talk about how to trust yourself more so you can stop abandoning yourself! In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m digging into why breaking promises to yourself can feel so defeating… and why it’s usually not because of laziness or a lack of willpower. If you keep letting yourself down, especially when you’re stressed, burnt out, or stuck in your own head, this episode will help you understand what’s really driving the pattern and how to stop letting yourself down so that you can stop punishing yourself and improve your self worth. I’ll walk you through practical mental health tips you can actually use: how to keep promises to yourself in small and realistic steps, how to develop self trust when your confidence is low, and how to trust yourself again after you’ve slipped. We’ll also talk people pleasing, boundaries, building self-esteem, and how rebuilding self trust helps you protect your peace, reduce stress and anxiety, and feel more solid in yourself.👉 Ready to stop abandoning yourself and rebuild self-trust? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Breaking promises to yourself? Tired of letting yourself down? In this episode I’ll show you why it keeps happening, and how to rebuild self-trust with practical mental health tips that help you protect your peace.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Self esteem and mental health0:29 How to keep promises to yourself1:25 What letting yourself down means5:48 Why letting yourself down affects your mental health13:33 How to stop letting yourself down23:33 Final trusting yourself more tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19412 ➕ Related episodes:Hopelessness (Episode 297) https://ltamh.com/?p=17921Improving your self-worth (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #selftrust #selfrespect #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #trustingyourself #selfbelief #selfworth #trustyourself 

Anxiety in the morning doesn’t just make you grumpy… it can make every day feel like a battle before it’s even started. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m digging into anxiety in the morning and why so many of us wake up anxious or full of morning dread… even when nothing ‘dramatic’ has happened overnight. I’ll explain what’s really going on in your nervous system when you’re anxious every morning, why you might be stuck in this loop of waking up anxious, and how to calm your mind without unrealistic routines or pretending everything is fine. You’ll learn simple, practical ways to deal with anxiety in the morning so you can reduce stress and anxiety, manage morning anxiety more effectively, and create a calmer start to your day by consciously managing anxiety. This one’s for anyone who has ever thought, “Why do I wake up anxious?!” and just wants some honest, practical mental health tips from someone who’s been there. I’m Jeremy Godwin, and I’m glad you’re here so we can talk about how to tackle morning dread.👉 Ready to feel less crushed by anxiety in the morning? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you often feel hijacked by anxiety in the morning, this episode gives you simple and realistic ways to understand morning anxiety, calm your nervous system, and start your days feeling more in control.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Morning anxiety and mental health0:29 Waking up with anxiety2:30 What is morning anxiety?7:12 Why morning dread affects your mental health14:38 How to deal with morning anxiety23:48 Final morning anxiety tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19262    ➕ Related episodes:Ruminating on the past (Episode 313) https://ltamh.com/?p=19054 👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #morninganxiety #stressandanxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #anxiety #managinganxiety #handlinganxiety #anxietyinthemorning 

Is work stress following you home, even when you’re trying to switch off? This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about handling work stress in a way that actually helps your mental health, especially when work is stressful and you feel stuck in your own head. I’m Jeremy Godwin, and in this episode I’ll break down what’s really driving workplace stress and stress in the workplace, how to spot common work stress symptoms, and why stressful work can quietly push you towards work burnout. Most importantly, I’ll give you practical mental health tips for handling work stress without drama: simple stress management you can use immediately, realistic work stress relief, and stress relief tips to reduce stress at work and handle work stress even if you can’t change your job overnight. If you’re dealing with work related stress and you’re wondering how to handle stress at work without burning out, this episode will help you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control — because handling work stress is a skill you can build. 👉 Ready to reduce stress at work and protect your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: This episode breaks down what’s really driving workplace stress and shows you practical ways of handling work stress so you can avoid work burnout, reduce stress at work, and actually switch off from work.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Work stress and mental health0:45 Managing work stress2:42 What is work stress management?8:26 Why you need to manage stress14:29 How to reduce work stress22:55 Final work stress tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19257   ➕ Related episodes:Focusing on what matters (Episode 306) https://ltamh.com/?p=18636 👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #handlingworkstress #stressandanxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #stressmanagement #copingwithstress #stress #workstress 

Does the state of the world leave you tense, guilty, and exhausted, like the world is a mess both outside and in your own head? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, I’m talking about emotional overload, empathy burnout, and how constant anxiety and overwhelm about global chaos can quietly wreck your mental health. I’ll share simple, realistic self care tips to protect your peace: how to stop doomscrolling, reduce news anxiety, set boundaries for mental health, and build a calmer mindset even when you’re living with uncertainty. This episode is for you if you care deeply about what’s happening, but you also need practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety and feel more grounded in everyday life. 👉 Ready to feel calmer and more in control, even when the world is a mess? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Stressed or overwhelmed by the state of the world (or both)? In this episode I share practical mental health tools to protect your peace and reduce anxiety when it feels like everything’s just one great big endless mess.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 State of the world and mental health0:38 Chaotic times3:35 Why the world feels exhausting9:23 How to protect your peace16:45 Final self care tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19074    ➕ Related episodes:Hopelessness (Episode 297) https://ltamh.com/?p=17921 You can’t control everything… (Episode 291) https://ltamh.com/?p=17492 Mental overload (Episode 280) https://ltamh.com/?p=16657   👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #worldchaos #stressandanxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin 

Why do your resolutions often fail? Because learning how to set successful goals means looking at the bigger picture, and that's what this episode is all about.If your goals tend to start strong and then quietly fall apart, then it’s time to approach goal setting differently. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about why things like new year’s resolutions don’t work when you’re overwhelmed, and how to set goals in a way that actually supports your mental health. I’ll walk you through new year planning and goal planning that respects your energy, plus simple new year ideas that focus on self development instead of self-attack. You’ll learn how to set goals that are kinder and more realistic, and we’ll explore what’s involved in setting smarter goals that reduce pressure and help build self trust, while focusing on what matters so you can create positive change. This one’s for you if you’re looking for goal setting motivation that works so you can stop repeating old patterns. 👉 Ready to set calmer and more realistic goals that actually last? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of goals that collapse in a few weeks? In this episode I explain why resolutions don’t work for most of us, and how to set successful goals that actually last.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Resolutions and mental health0:40 Why resolutions fail2:57 Why resolutions can be difficult to stick to8:55 How to set successful goals14:07 Final tips for successful goals and better resolutions📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19063   ➕ Related episodes:Stop getting in your own way! (Episode 301) https://ltamh.com/?p=18175  👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #resolutions #newyearsresolutions #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #endofyearstress #goalsetting #selfdevelopment #smartergoals 

Can’t stop thinking about the past? Whether you’re ruminating on the past or feeling stuck in the past, it can be absolutely exhausting. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about letting go of the past is so difficult, and what to do when you feel like you can’t move forward.We’ll discuss anxiety and rumination, why your brain keeps overthinking the past, and what you can actually do about it so you can start making peace with your past. I’ll walk you through how to stop ruminating on the past without pretending nothing happened, share simple tips for rumination that you can use when you’re thinking about the past on repeat, and offer practical ideas for how to stop rumination so you can stop dwelling on the past and feel more present. This episode is for you if you’re stuck in your own head, tired of mental health tips that ignore real life, and want realistic ways to feel more settled day to day. 👉 Ready to calm your mind and stop replaying the past? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Exhausted from ruminating about the past and overthinking everything? In this episode I share practical, no-nonsense tips for rumination and how to stop ruminating so you can stop dwelling on the past and feel calmer in your own head.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Overthinking and mental health0:33 How to stop rumination 2:24 Why am I ruminating?7:17 How to stop ruminating13:40 Stop ruminating bit by bit📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19054  ➕ Related episodes:Let go or stay trapped (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880 👋 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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/        #ruminating #overthinking #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #endofyearstress 

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 of mind! I’ll walk you through why setting limits and healthy 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 your holiday season mental health, but it’s also solid self-care advice that you can use at any time you find yourself stuck in old patterns with family and want a calmer mindset (and less anxiety) after seeing them. Healthy family relationships are based on respect and communication, and 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, conflict resolution, 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 health0:31 Family conflicts2:22 Why your family boundaries collapse7:27 How to set boundaries with family13:12 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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 surviving the holidays with your mental health intact? Not sure 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 what's involved in surviving the holidays and dealing with the Christmas blues (or ‘holiday blues’ if you prefer), and what to do when dealing with 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 health0:42 Holiday stress management3:36 What does stress during the holidays mean?7:51 Why the holidays hurt14:23 How to get through the holidays23:12 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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 health0:42 Money stress and mental health3:26 What is financial stress?7:29 Why your financial wellbeing matters13:22 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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 health0:29 Healthier conflict2:10 What is healthy conflict?6:37 Why healthy conflict matters11:32 How to handle conflict22:09 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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 health0:28 Raising your standards3:08 What raising your standards really means8:22 Why low standards drain your peace14:10 How to raise your standards22:46 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.🔗 LinksSubscribe 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