Episode 5- Dating a Single Parent with Talia Stimpson, Ihab Mohamed and Sam Burns

In this fun, lighthearted episode we delve into Talia’s relationship with her boyfriend Sam. Sam did a counseling course and works in a care home, and Talia did a Philosophy and Theology degree. They met on a trip to the beach via mutual friends. In this episode we discuss how a young Sam dated a young single mum, and how he formed a bond with both Talia and Lily, Talia’s daughter.

Episode 4- Neurodiversity is my Superpower with Jamie and Talia Stimpson

In this episode we hear from Jamie, a resilient 14 year old who shares his experience with ADHD, Autism and mental health. We cover everything from the fight for diagnosis and gaining the right support to the strategies and new perspectives learned along the way. Jamie opens up about how he has come to understand, accept and be proud of the way his own mind functions, calling ADHD and Autism his ‘superpowers’ - ‘I wouldn't want to cure it as I can use it to my advantage’. Jamie encourages us to seize our own superpowers and use them for good.

Episode 3- Being Well with Jack Bewsey and Ollie Barella and Ihab Mohamed

In this episode we chat to guests Jack Bewsey and Ollie Barella. Secondary school friends that decided to initiate a mental health charity called Being Well at the age of 20, whilst studying engineering degrees at University. Unsatisfied with the level of support and education surrounding mental health at school and university, the two have set up a charity that targets sixth form students in Surrey; running campaigns, workshops and training sessions.

Being Well Charity in Guildford

https://www.beingwellcharity.co.uk/

Episode 2- Being a Young Single Parent with Emily Hattersley and Talia Stimpson

In this episode we hear from Emily Hattersley, an inspiring young single mother who shares a part of her journey into motherhood and all the steps she needed to take to prepare and adapt to a big life change. We chat about everything from continuing education, family and friends reactions, stigma around young single parents, the power of reshifting priorities and the unexpected blessings that came and continue to come from her delightful daughter, Daisy. Emily is a big believer of life and human resilience believing that 'the world doesn't throw at you more than you can handle'.

Episode 1- Introduction Episode with Talia Stimpson and Ihab Mohamed

In this introduction episode get to know the hosts Talia and Ihab and why having compassionate conversations is so important to them. They discuss mental health, psychosis and self harm, plus give tips to parents and other young people going through any mental health struggles, in this very honest and engaging episode.

TRIGGER WARNING: mental health, self harm and psychosis.