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    The Dysregulated Podcast

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

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    Episodes (120)

    Fortnightly Check-In #28 - Back to Normality

    Fortnightly Check-In #28 - Back to Normality

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Never Backing Down

    Never Backing Down

    In this episode, I put forward my credentials as a mental health warrior by sharing how I bounced back from a severe mental health episode. Learn about the transformative power of healthy habits and routines that became crucial in my recovery.  Tune in to this empowering episode and let my story be a beacon of hope and resilience on the journey to mental well-being. It is a difficult road, but if I can do it, you can too!

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Acute Catastrophic Meltdown

    Acute Catastrophic Meltdown

    In this episode, I share a deeply personal journey through an acute mental health crisis. I recount the challenges faced, the strength found within, and what this all means moving forward. This episode aims to shed light on the complexities of mental health, fostering understanding and compassion.

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters


    Fortnightly Check-In #27 - Transitional Leave

    Fortnightly Check-In #27 - Transitional Leave

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Kava, Loopholes and Mental Fitness

    Kava, Loopholes and Mental Fitness

    Dive into this episode where I spill the beans on the chill vibes of Kava and its sneaky anti-anxiety superpowers! I headed down the highway to Sydney for some presenter training at the Black Dog Institute, geeking out on the latest Mental Fitness research.

    But here's the kicker - I've got this new obsession with my own speech, and it's driving me nuts. Blame it on my OCD, I guess. Join in as I navigate Kava calmness, mental fitness exploration, and the "quirks" of my newfound verbal fixation. It's a wild ride – tune in!

    Break in Transmission (See You Soon)

    Break in Transmission (See You Soon)

    3 weeks down, 3 weeks to go. My stay at ISMHU is progressing nicely. Part of the deal though is  that I put the breaks on the poddy until my stay is done. So yes, I am breaking the rules again! But, only to provide a quick update and to check in with those who have checked in with me. As always, thank you for your support!

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters


    Humbled by Boredom

    Humbled by Boredom

    Join me as I journey back to my old stomping ground. It's a reunion with the past, but this time, it's a different "me" – one ready to embrace a new chapter of growth that can only be achieved through strong routines and habits.

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Breaking the Rules

    Breaking the Rules

    My first week in the Intermediate Stay Mental Health Ward (ISMHU) is in the bag! Some improvements, and other areas to look at. The road to recovery and continued positive mental health has never looked so bright! But, I've had to break a few rules to get this episode out. But rules are meant to be broken, right?

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    A Depressive Episode in Real-Time

    A Depressive Episode in Real-Time
    Join me in a raw and honest exploration of my ongoing battle with depression. In this real-time episode, I share the struggles, lessons learnt and everything in between, offering a glimpse into the daily struggles and victories on the path to mental well-being.

    The Dysregulated Podcast
    en-auJanuary 08, 2024

    Fortnightly Check-In #25 - Maintaining My Alcohol Free Zone

    Fortnightly Check-In #25 - Maintaining My Alcohol Free Zone

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Beyond the Bottle #2: - Welcoming the New Year Sober

    Beyond the Bottle #2: - Welcoming the New Year Sober

    It is with great relief I can share with you my continued sobriety over what has been a very tempting Christmas and New Year period. So far I have stayed strong, replacing my normal alcohol beverage of choice (VB - full strength) with Carlton Zero which, as the label suggests contains no alcohol. And being able to have a beer with family and friends has made this process a lot easier.

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    2023 Report Card

    2023 Report Card

    It's been another big year for me and my mental health. Some mistakes were made, and some goals weren't reached. But on the other hand, some great strides have been made! The plan for 2024 is already taking shape and for the first time in a long time, I am looking forward to the year ahead!

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Fortnightly Check-In #24 - Full Steam Ahead

    Fortnightly Check-In #24 - Full Steam Ahead

    It's a busy time heading into Christmas, which is how I like it....sort of. Presentations, seminars, University research projects, wrestling with my inner critic. The usual. But my mood has been strong throughout which I am so thankful for and it shows the hard work is paying off!

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    The Dysregulated Podcast
    en-auDecember 20, 2023

    Beyond the Bottle #1

    Beyond the Bottle #1

    This is it. I promise—the dawn of a new era. I am breaking up with alcohol. It won't be easy, but it will prove to be a game-changer as far as my mental health is concerned.

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    The Discharge Papers #7

    The Discharge Papers #7

    The Discharge Papers series takes a deep dive into what the doctors and psychiatrists were noting during my hospital admissions. 

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Fortnightly Check-In #23 - Spotify Wrapped

    Fortnightly Check-In #23 - Spotify Wrapped

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Going Dark: Alcohol Fuelled Anxiety

    Going Dark: Alcohol Fuelled Anxiety

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    Wedding Bells or Alarm Bells?

    Wedding Bells or Alarm Bells?

    Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how various psychological disorders have shaped my past, and continue to influence my future.

    Please support me and the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/elliotwaters

    The Dysregulated Podcast
    en-auNovember 19, 2023