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Jules Von Hep spent 20 years as a celebrity spray tanner, working with Hollywood actors and Victoria's Secret models. What did he learn? That every single person, no matter how "perfect," apologised for their body. Joined by expert Consultant Clinical Psychologist Dr Brendan J Dunlop, this episode explores the staggering impact of beauty standards on mental health.This episode tackles the body image crisis, exploring why we are all conditioned to dislike how we look. We explore the drivers - toxic masculinity, social media algorithms, and stagnant marketing and discuss the shocking stat that 48% of men are struggling in silence with body image problems. Jules shares his powerful journey from body dysmorphia to true body confidence, and Brendan gives practical tips for mindset shifts to love your body. This episode will teach you how to normalize the "body wobble," reframe exercise as self-love, and finally build a better relationship with the person in the mirror.More from Well Enough: Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:00:00 How Body Dysmorphia Shaped My Life 01:05 Launching a Body Confidence Brand 02:15 Expert Opinion: Are Male Body Image Issues Common? 03:09 48% of Men & Boys Struggle With This05:10 Spray Tanner's Secret: Everybody Has Body Doubts 06:30 Common Body Image Triggers 08:00 Where Do Male Beauty Standards Come From? 09:35 How the Social Media Algorithm Feeds Body Image Insecurity 10:30 The Truth About Men's Underwear Models 12:10 Wellness Culture and the "Homogenization" of Looks 13:30 Why the Male Body Standard is "Stagnant and Boring" 14:20 Ozempic, Steroids & the Warped View of the Male Body 16:20 Internalized Phobia: Body Image in the Queer Community18:05 Strategy: How to "Flip the Script" on Negative Self-Talk20:55 "Don't Punish, Nourish" Your Body23:10 The RuPaul Rule for Self Compassion25:05 The "Drip in the Ceiling": An Analogy for Mental Health 30:15 Mindset Shift: Confidence is a Journey, Not a Destination 32:00 Two Practical Tips to Build Self-Love TodayMore from today’s guests:Jules’s book ‘The Confidence Ritual’ here Brendan’s book ‘The Queer Mental Health Workbook’ hereResources:Been There - Been There is a charity with an app that connects people aged 18 and over with a vetted and trained Mentor to help with any body image issues they may be experiencing.Young Minds Body Image support here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are 12 million men in the UK suffering in complete silence?Men and boys are told to "man up," but suicide is still the biggest killer of men under 50. To mark Men’s Mental Health Awareness month, we’re joined by therapist to Lewis Capaldi and Sunday Times Bestselling author Owen O’Kane, and broadcaster and mental health campaigner Matt Johnson. Together they discuss the most common symptoms of anxiety and depression that men, their colleagues, family and friends can look out for - and share simple tools for addressing the men’s mental health crisis.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:00:00 This is What Good Therapy is About 00:30 Defining Depression & Anxiety 01:15 Matt Johnson: My Experience with Severe Depression02:20 The Hidden Symptom of Men's Depression03:38 When To Seek Help for Depression04:26 The Exhaustion of "Faking It" (Matt's Story)05:27 A Therapy Technique: How to Relate to Your Depression06:42 My Suicide Attempt: Learning Self-Compassion08:12 The "Grim" State of UK Men's Mental Health Services09:59 Has 'Diagnosis Culture' Become a Problem?11:00 The 3 Parts of You: How To Rescue Your Inner Child13:32 Why Men Struggle with Therapy (Wanting a Quick Fix)15:30 The Problem with "Alpha Culture" and Self-Optimization17:37 Toxic Masculinity: A Therapist's Personal Story21:38 Men ARE Ready to Talk (But We Have a Problem with Teens)23:13 Breaking Free from "What a Man Should Be"29:22 "I Don't Want to Do The Feeling Stuff" - Why Men Fear Therapy39:12 Free Tools to Use When You Can't Afford Therapy44:43 The Practical Power of Hope (Even in Palliative Care)50:47 The Dangers of the "Big Wellness" IndustryResources if you’re in need:Mind Charity | Useful contacts – suicidal thoughtsCampaign Against Living MiserablyContact a Samaritan  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Social media insists your hormones need "balancing." But what if that term is just a marketing-fueled myth? We’re sold expensive powders, trackers that spike our anxiety, and restrictive diets, all while chasing a state of "balance" that doesn't medically exist. This confusion is taking advantage of our insecurities, promising a quick fix for symptoms that are often caused by the stress of modern life itself.Imagine finally cutting through that noise. This conversation, featuring insights from a GP and a nutritionist, dismantles the "balancing" trend and replaces it with a far more powerful concept: homeostasis. Discover the practical, foundational pillars that actually support your hormones—why eating breakfast is a non-negotiable, how a 30-second mindfulness trick can break the stress cycle, and the truth about supplements like berberine.If you’re ready to stop guessing and start supporting your body’s incredible, intricate design, this is the clarity you’ve been looking for.Dr Zoe Williams is a familiar face on our TV screens as resident doctor on ITV’s This Morning. She’s also a practising NHS GP. Hannah Alderson is a nutritionist, PCOS specialist and author of ‘Everything I know about hormones’. Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:00:00 What Does "Hormone Balancing" Actually Mean?01:25 Why "Hormone Balancing" is a Marketing Term02:05 Are "Hormone Balancing" Supplements a Marketing Ploy?04:00 The Dangers of Health Trackers & Metric Anxiety06:50 Subtle Signs of a Hormone Imbalance (Thyroid, Iron)08:45 The One Question You Must Ask Your Doctor10:50 The 6-Step Plan to Create an Optimal Hormone Environment13:10 Meet Your Hormones: Estrogen (Superwoman) & Progesterone (Chill)16:45 The Problem with At-Home Hormone Testing (Cortisol & Timing)18:45 Pillar 1: How Poor Sleep Disrupts Your Hormones20:30 Pillar 2: A 30-Second Hack to Stop the Stress Response22:50 The "Four Ps" of Toxins Harming Your Hormones25:55 Pillar 3: The First Step to Eating for Hormone Health29:20 The #1 Nutrition Tip for Women: Eat Breakfast!32:10 Should You Take Myo-Inositol & Berberine for Hormones?40:25 The 30 Plant Points Hack (Simple Swops)43:10 The Big Debate: The Contraceptive Pill45:20 The Pill: Symptom Relief vs. Root Cause Treatment52:05 The Hidden Risk: How The Pill Can Mask Endometriosis56:40 The Panel's One Wellness Non-Negotiable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The longevity boom has us all thinking harder about our long-term health.However, the more we think about living forever, the more we tend to obsess over our behaviours. Brands are encouraging us to track a raft of metrics using their wearable technology and to take their expensive supplements. Longevity influencers and biohackers are leading us to believe we’re failing ourselves if we’re not up at 5am taking a dip in an ice bath. Perhaps our health anxiety has never been higher? Longevity expert and award-winning aesthetic doctor Dr Sophie Shotter joins us to explain the science behind anti-ageing beauty regimes. Nadine Baggott, ITV’s resident beauty expert, brings her expertise on the changing face of the beauty industry.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:00:00 Live BETTER not LONGER00:41 'Longevity': Just Anti-Ageing Repackaged?01:03 Health Span vs. Lifespan02:22 Skin Vitality vs. Skin Vanity03:23 Our Cultural Fear of Ageing05:48 Celebrity’s Secret Undetectable Treatments07:55 The 4 "Unsexy" Skincare Basics09:07 Dangers of DIY Aesthetics09:48 US vs. UK: Extreme Treatments13:14 Teens & Anti-Ageing17:18 Is Biohacking Just "Male Longevity"?18:46 Why "Women Are Not Small Men"21:13 The Unregulated Wellness Industry23:50 The Dangerous Anti-Sunscreen Trend26:20 SPF & Retinoids ARE Biohacking29:20 Menopause, Misogyny, and HRT41:26 The Best FREE Biohacks44:55 Experts' Wellness Non-NegotiablesMore from our guests:Follow Nadine on Instagram Listen to Dr. Sophie’s ‘Age Well’ podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling burnt out despite trying every self-care trend? You're not alone. The constant pressure to perform 'wellness' is exhausting, and it’s time for a different approach.Today we’re joined by two experts: NEOM Wellbeing founder Nicola Elliott, who turned her own anxiety into a wellbeing empire, and author of Radical Self Care, Rebecca Moore. They reveal why true self-care has been lost to social media buzzwords and how we can get it back.This episode is your ultimate guide to thriving this autumn. Discover a powerful, practical toolkit of free rituals to reduce stress, build resilience, and create a routine that genuinely restores you.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter here00:00 Is Self-Care Becoming Too Complicated?00:22 Meet The Self-Care Experts: Nicola Elliott & Rebecca Moore00:53 What Is Self-Care, Really?01:54 Connection vs Consumerism02:48 Unpacking 'Wellness Washing'03:26 NEOM Founder's Burnout Story & The Start Of A Wellness Brand06:33 Why Your Self-Care Rituals Must Be Personal To You08:40 The Toxic Side of 'Self-Care' Culture09:27 The Difference Between 'Soft Love' and 'Tough Love' In Self-Care11:07 Self-Care Isn't Surviving, It's Thriving12:20 Is Self-Care Gendered? A Look At Men's Wellness14:10 Wellness vs. Wellbeing: What's the Difference?15:35 The Invisible Labour of Women & The Need for Self-Care18:50 Practical Takeaways: How Scent Affects Your Mood22:28 How Yoga & Breathwork Can Change Everything24:48 Overcoming The Barriers To Self-Care: Time & Money28:32 How To Practice Self-Care This Autumn (For Free!)31:50 Simple Self-Care Tips: Journaling & Sleep Routines34:28 Why Do We Need To Be Taught Basic Wellness?37:20 Our Experts' Non-Negotiable Wellness HabitsRebecca’s book Radical Self CareExplore NEOM’s collection here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if burnout isn’t just about working too hard? Today, we ask whether exhaustion is an inevitable side effect of modern life, or a warning sign that something deeper needs to change.Dr. Amos Ogunkoya - GP, Premier League doctor, and familiar face from The Traitors - has seen how stress eats away at both body and mind, from the pitch to the surgery room. And Zoe Kalar, the force behind sustainable social platform WeAre8, reveals how her own crash-and-burn in the tech world forced a radical rethink of what success actually looks like.This conversation pulls apart our obsession with productivity and the story we’ve been sold about “hustle” and asks: what’s the real cost of constantly pushing for more?Follow Well Enough on Instagram here | https://www.instagram.com/wellenoughFollow Emilie on Instagram here | https://www.instagram.com/emilielaviniaukSubscribe to the Well Enough newsletter here | https://www.independent.co.uk/health-and-fitness/well-enough-newsletter-emilie-lavinia-b2818570.htmlTimecodes:00:02 What is Burnout? 02:42 The Doctor's Diagnosis: Emotional Exhaustion04:53 Hidden Red Flags: Signs You're On the Edge06:46 Burnout Prevention Toolkit 08:42 The Social Media Detox: A Digital Lifeline 11:22 How Big Tech Keeps Us Hooked13:23 Toughness vs. Kindness: Finding the Balance16:34 Resilience: Building a Mental Muscle18:02 The Disconnect: Why Online Life Is So Draining21:23 A Tale of Two Worlds: The Online Self vs. The Real You24:47 Unlocking Tough Conversations: A Guide to Authentic Dialogue29:04 The Power of Listening and "Soul Pain"35:34 Building a Kinder Social Media40:42 The Profit-Driven Burnout Machine: A Sobering Revelation44:42 The Freedom to Choose Life: One Name, One Lesson46:12 The Illusion of Control: Why We're Addicted to the Chaos51:57 The Magic of Collective Consciousness 55:03 The Golden Rule of Wellness: Your Non-Negotiable56:07 Move Your Body, Heal Your Mind: Dr. Amos's RuleMore from our guests:Dr. Amos Ogunkoya on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dr_amoss/?hl=enZoe’s social platform WeAre8 | https://www.weare8.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gut health has become one of the buzziest topics in wellness circles, but with so many terms being thrown around - microbiome, probiotic, prebiotic, gut-brain axis – it’s overwhelming to know what really matters.The Gut Health Doctor Dr. Megan Rossi is a nutritionist and founder of Bio&Me and Smart Strains. She makes gut science practical, accessible, and delicious. Alongside Megan is Gemma Ogston, chef, author of The Healing Cookbook, and founder of Mama Shrooms. Gemma is all about good mood food and showing how what we eat can nourish both the gut and the mind.Together we explore what your microbiome really is and why it matters, the difference between probiotics and prebiotics, and the fascinating link between the gut and the brain. Whether you’re a kombucha convert or just gut-curious, this conversation will leave you with simple, actionable ways to feel your best from the inside out.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes00:02 The Gut Microbiome: A Landmark Scientific Discovery02:18 What Exactly Is Gut Health?04:47 The Pillars of Gut Health: Beyond Diet06:25 The Benefits of Fermented Foods07:31 The Nocebo Effect and Social Media10:43 The Super Six Plant Foods for Gut Health12:13 The Joy of Eating and Mental Health13:19 The 30 Plants Per Week Rule16:17 How to Incorporate More Plants into Your Diet19:09 Plant-Based vs. Carnivore Diets24:37 The Gut-Brain Axis and Mental Health26:52 Food, Mood, and Personal Experience29:59 Ozempic and Appetite Suppressants33:12 The Dangers of Social Media and Body Image35:17 The Role of Supplements in Gut Health38:32 Do Probiotic Supplements Work?40:17 Finding Reputable Health Advice42:02 The One Wellness Non-NegotiableMore from today’s guests: Try Gemma’s Mama Shrooms here Check out Megan’s gut-loving food Bio&Me Follow Dr. Megan Rossi @theguthealthdoctorFollow Gemma Ogston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Therapy has never been more widely discussed - or more debated. But do we actually need it as much as we think? And when it comes to our feelings, are we receiving too much validation, or not nearly enough?Today, we’re joined by Ailey Jolie, a chartered psychologist who specializes in the mind–body connection and trauma processing. Her work explores embodiment, self-compassion, and how to move beyond the stories we tell ourselves. Alongside her is Maya Raichoora, the UK’s leading expert on visualization and mental fitness. She has coached elite athletes and high-powered executives on resilience and peak performance, and her book Visualize reveals how to think, feel, and perform at the very top of your game.Together, we ask whether therapy is always the answer, what true resilience looks like, and how self-compassion and visualization can help us live, feel, and perform more fullyFollow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter here00:00 Finding the Right Therapist: Is It Like Dating?00:32 Does Everyone Really Need Therapy?02:12 Why We Avoid Therapy & Our Feelings03:42 The Difference Between Mental Health and Mental Fitness06:17 The Different Types of Therapy Explained07:57 The Power of a Relational Therapist10:02 Why You Need to Try Different Therapists12:47 The Rise of AI Therapists: Is It a Good Thing?15:07 Why AI Therapists Miss the Point of Therapy18:37 Why You Shouldn't Rush Your Healing Journey21:37 Emotional Intelligence and Modern Dating23:27 Does Everyone Need a Therapist? A Controversial Opinion25:17 First Step to Therapy: Listening to Yourself28:47 Therapy Speak vs Real Healing33:12 Why We Should Stop Labeling Emotions34:37 How to Start Your Self-Development Journey36:47 Start with One Small Habit to Build Confidence39:22 The Problem with "Good Vibes Only"42:57 Are Younger Generations Over-Therapized?54:52 What is Somatic Therapy and How Does It Help?More from today’s guests:Maya’s book ‘Visualise: Think, Feel, Perform Like the Top 1%’ Follow Ailey on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mindset is one of the biggest wellness buzzwords today. While some approach mindfulness with authenticity and care, others miss the mark, leaving many unsure how the practice really works.We’ll explore the meaning of mindfulness, explain it in theory and practice, analyse the mindset coaching boom, and look at exercises and the science behind how changing your thoughts can change your life.Emilie is joined by rugby hall of fame alum and One Living founder Jonny Wilkinson, and heart-led therapist and author of Manifest Your True Essence, Estelle Bingham.Together they discuss the power of mindset and whether shifting how you think can truly change your experiences. Jonny and Estelle share insights on thought, the unconscious mind, and how to interpret what our minds are telling us.Estelle explains manifestation, how it’s often misunderstood, and whether influencers selling courses risk undermining the practice. Jonny reflects on how his relationship with thought has evolved, and how rugby and coaching have been shaped by new habits and mindset shifts.Finally, Estelle and Emilie explore tools like meditation and journaling to help uncover your true self, clarify what you want, and achieve it in meaningful ways.More from Well Enough:Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:0:00 The Dark Side of Manifestation0:46 Understanding the Ancient Roots of Mindfulness2:43 The Most Powerful Mindset Shift5:40 Stop Trying To Force Enjoyment9:13 Risks of Wellness on Social Media13:51 The Danger of Toxic Positivity17:33 How to Heal Yourself to Manifest20:09 Simple Steps to Change Your Mindset26:02 Stepping Out of Your Own Way33:58 The Single Non-Negotiable for WellnessRead more from The Independent:Jonny Wilkinson’s full length interview Estelle Bingham’s full length interview More from our brilliant guests:Jonny’s One Living drinksEstelle BinghamEstelle’s book Manifest your True Essence Jonny’s ‘I AM’ podcast Estelle’s ‘Love, Purpose, Connection’ Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WELL ENOUGH is here to make sense of the wild world of health and wellness, answering the biggest questions and busting myths and misinformation wide open. How do I know if my gut is healthy? Should I freeze my eggs? What is manifestation? Do I really need therapy? And why is everyone telling me to just be grateful?Join Fitness and Wellbeing Editor Emilie Lavinia and inspiring expert guests as we uncover the truth about mindfulness, the microbiome, fertility, relationships and more. Each episode will tackle a new subject with the help of household names and leaders in their fields, dispelling the nonsense you might have read on TikTok and giving you peace of mind.Fascinated by the pursuit of wellness Emilie Lavinia is one of the UK’s leading health and wellbeing journalists. She’s tried every trend, treatment and life-altering practice, reported on it and lived to tell the tale.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.