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My Dog Walk Saved Me | A Mental Health Journey

My Dog Walk Saved Me | A Mental Health Journey

Update: 2024-05-232
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When one man set off on a walk around the UK coast, little did he know that adopting a rescue dog would change the course of his life. 





Christian Lewis was at rock bottom when he embarked on a journey that would last 6 years, but it was ‘Jet’ and the power of nature, that would piece him back together to lead him onto a life that would otherwise have been unimaginable for this army veteran.



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Host: Claire Hickinbotham 

Producer: Claire Hickinbotham 

Sound Editor: Jesus Gomez 



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In Memory of Jet: 

With thanks to Christian Lewis for sharing his story, and his love of ‘Jet’ the rescue dog with us.

Christian Lewis was raising money for SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity - https://ssafa.org.uk/ and his story continues @wildernessfamilyuk  



If what Christian talked about in this podcast resonated with you, you can get help on the MIND website.

https://www.mind.org.uk/  



To find out about taking your dog to National Trust places. 

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dog-friendly  



Or have a look at our new book 'Great British Walkies'. 

https://shop.nationaltrust.org.uk/national-trust-great-british-walkies.html



If this podcast has inspired you to get out and experience the coast, and get a blast of fresh sea air, with or without a dog, check out these suggestions.

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/walking/top-coastal-walks  



Follow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk




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My Dog Walk Saved Me | A Mental Health Journey

My Dog Walk Saved Me | A Mental Health Journey

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