From Fear to Freedom: Overcoming Anxiety with Expert Guidance

Embark on a riveting odyssey with host Ben Fairless as he unravels the compelling narrative of Shawn Birch in this episode of 'Catch Me When I Fall.' Shawn's journey is more than a story—it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Highlights:

• 🌌 Navigating Darkness: Shawn recounts the pivotal moments of realization amid the shadows of addiction, providing a poignant glimpse into the challenges that marked his path.
• 🤲 Strength in Connection: Discover the transformative power of reaching out and engaging with a support system. Shawn reflects on the pivotal role of community in the arduous yet rewarding journey to recovery.
• 🌈 The Ripple Effect: In a candid conversation, Ben and Shawn explore the universal truth that personal stories, even if they sound cliché, can profoundly impact others, creating ripples of inspiration.
• 🎙️ Facing Nervousness: Delve into the vulnerability of sharing personal experiences as Shawn and Ben discuss the nerves that accompany such storytelling and the importance of breaking through them.

Join the Movement:
This episode extends beyond the airwaves—it's a call to action. Share the strength, spread the hope, and be part of a community that celebrates triumph over adversity.

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 In this episode of "Catch Me When I Fall," join host Ben Fairless as he dives deep into the world of anxiety, a common yet often misunderstood mental health challenge. Our special guest, Dr. Rachel Chin, a renowned clinical psychologist, shares her expertise and provides valuable insights into anxiety, its various forms, and effective coping strategies.

Throughout the episode, we explore the definition of anxiety, its distinct differences from stress, and the common symptoms individuals may experience. We delve into the causes of anxiety and shed light on the different types of anxiety disorders.

Dr. Rachel Chin offers practical strategies to help manage anxiety in the moment, as well as longer-term approaches such as therapy and medication. We also discuss the importance of self-care and lifestyle changes that can contribute to reducing anxiety.

Furthermore, we address the vital role of supporting loved ones who may be dealing with anxiety and offer guidance on providing effective assistance without being dismissive or intrusive.

If you or someone you know is seeking further resources and self-help tools, we highly recommend visiting the following support links:

• Getselfhelp.co.uk: A comprehensive website providing CBT therapy and self-help resources, including guides, worksheets, videos, and downloads.
• CCI - Looking After Yourself: A collection of resources focusing on self-help and well-being provided by the Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust.
• NTW NHS Foundation Trust - Self Help Leaflets: An extensive range of self-help guides available for download, covering topics such as anxiety, depression, stress, social anxiety, self-harm, and more.
• Mind.org.uk - Self Help: The Mind website offers a wealth of self-help resources, including articles, guides, and tools to support mental health and well-being.

Remember, you are not alone in your journey to conquer anxiety. Tune in to this empowering episode with Dr. Rachel Chin, gain a deeper understanding of anxiety, and discover effective strategies to reclaim peace of mind and thrive.

In this episode of "Catch Me When I Fall", we hear from Kris, an ex-service user who shares his story of addiction, recovery, and redemption. Kris speaks candidly about how he misused his partner's prescribed medication to aid his addiction and how he eventually found the help he needed to turn his life around.

We also hear from a worker at Inspire, a local organization that provides support and guidance to people dealing with addiction and mental health issues. They share how they helped Kris find employment through their IPS scheme and how this employment was a key factor in his continued recovery.

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or mental health issues, support is available. In the UK, you can contact organizations such as the Samaritans on 116 123 or the National Treatment Agency for Substance Misuse on 0300 123 6600. Inspire is also here to help. Visit their website at www.inspirelancs.org.uk to learn more about the services they offer and how they can support you on your journey to recovery.

To stay up-to-date with the latest episodes of "Catch Me When I Fall", be sure to follow and subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform.

If you would like to learn more about Inspire's IPS scheme or refer someone for support, give them a call, speak to a worker, or send an email. You can also visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/eteteaminspire for more information. Remember, you're not alone, and there is always hope for a better tomorrow.

Welcome to 'Getting to Know You,' a series where we introduce you to amazing and inspiring people from all walks of life. This week's episode is a special Christmas edition featuring Cath and Kristy, and we promise it will be both funny and entertaining. In each episode, we sit down with our guests and get to know them on a deeper level, learning about their passions, struggles, and what makes them unique. Whether you're looking for motivation, insight, or simply want to be entertained, 'Getting to Know You' has something for everyone. Tune in every week to meet a new and exciting guests.

To find out more about who Inspire is head over to our webpage www.inspirelancs.org.uk

Danielle Hickey, our Head of Services for Lancashire services, joins us in this episode for a bit of a chinwag. We thought it would be a great idea to check in with Danielle about how she is adjusting to her new role after not being in post for too long. Having served in many different roles within Change Grow Live, we wanted to understand why Danielle felt ready to take on this new role. Apart from her role, we wanted to know where her Escape is and what she does to wind down. We get a fantastic insight into Danielle and what she gets up to and how she manages to do it all.

Don't forget to give us a like and subscribe to our channel if you liked this video.

Change Grow Live Website : https://www.changegrowlive.org/
Inspire Website: https://inspirelancs.org.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Inspire.East

🔔Episode 2 is here of "Getting To Know You ......"! 
In the hot seat is Tom, as Ben asks the important questions.
Starting off, we get the lowdown on what the role of a recovery worker entails, as well as some great tips and advice for anyone struggling with alcohol or drug abuse.

After that, we focus on Tom as a person, his likes, dislikes, and his favorite pizza topping! (Not to be missed ).

Tom steps up to the  💥⚡️ "Quick Fire Round" 💥⚡️
and we will see how he battles it out against last week's guest Jess!

If you are concerned with your alcohol or drug use and need help, see the below links to find out more information on what support Inspire has for you.

🔗 Inspire Website: www.inspirelancs.org.uk
🔗 Change Grow Live Website: www.changegrowlive.org

The "Getting to know you" series is now available on our Podcast!

If you are not familier with our "Getting to know you" series, it's where we ask a mem,ber of staff or volunteers to take the hot seat and get asked questions mainly about themselves, perhaps their role and much more.

In the hot seat, this time is Jess!

Starting off, we thought we'd talk about recruitment and what it involves. Since there have been a few vacancies recently, we thought it would be a good idea to gain insight into the process.

After that, we focus on Jess as a person, her likes, dislikes, and her love for cats! 

This season we introduce the  "Quick Fire Round" 

During the round, each staff member has 60 seconds to answer as many questions as possible.

We hope you like the episode and please let us know what you think in the comments. 

Steve Downie, 54, who has been sober for almost two years, is using his experience of reaching rock bottom to help other addicts at a Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) Recovery Group.

Wanting to give something back to the people of Chorley who helped him find his feet again, Steve qualified to facilitate the recovery groups by hiring a room to run his sessions, with the help of former drug addict Andrea Horrocks who set up the charitable organisation four years ago.

If you want to know more about SMART recovery or find out nearby groups head over to: Self-Help Addiction Recovery | UK Smart Recovery

Steve Downie Email:  Sdownie618@gmail.com 

Mobile number 07713 272904.

Inspire & Quit Squad

Episode show notes:

In this episode, Tracy, Maggie and Alex talk to Katie about the service they provide, supporting people who want support quitting smoking. Getting support for your quit attempt makes you three times more likely to succeed. If you are don’t feel ready to quit yet, the team are happy to answer queries and provide any information you need, to help you wherever you’re at on your journey. Hear more about the link between smoking and other patterns of behaviour, such as eating, addiction and compulsions and learn from the experience of others who have quit already. This episode shares personal stories that we hope will inspire people to reach out and get help. Listen today and start your journey to becoming healthier, happier, and wealthier.

Subscribe, download, and listen for free by searching for ‘Inspire Catch Me When I Fall’

For more information about  Quit Squad go to www.quitsquad.nhs.uk

For more information on the work of Inspire go to www.inspirelancs.org.uk

To learn more about the work of Change Grow Live go to www.changegrowlive.org

Alcohol & Relationships - Episode show notes:

In this special edition for Alcohol Awareness Week, Ben, Katie, Nina, and Jordan are talking about the impact of alcohol on relationships. Partners, children, friends, and work colleagues all struggle when someone they care about is drinking to excess and often don’t know where to go for help. This episode shares personal stories that we hope will inspire people to reach out and get help and offers practical tips and advice for anyone interested in learning more about problematic alcohol use.

If you, or someone you know, needs support, please visit:

For more information on the work of Inspire go to www.inspirelancs.org.uk

To learn more about the work of Change Grow Live go to www.changegrowlive.org

Please click here for all of the family support networks available.

For more information on Alcohol Awareness Week, please visit Alcohol harms. Time for change. | Alcohol Change UK