Episode 7 with special guest Sarah Waltman

In this candid episode, Sam and Richie open up about their personal mental health journeys, the challenges of medication, and the crucial need for support and understanding. Tune in for real talk and practical advice on navigating tough times.

In section two, Sam and Richie welcome Sarah Waltman from Hummingbird Holistic Therapies CIC. Sarah shares her story of overcoming domestic violence through energy healing and Reiki. She provides insights into cord cutting and energy web theory to manage emotional burdens and discusses the development of the Humminbird Holistic Family Hub and its holistic service offerings. Strategies for working with both survivors and perpetrators to break the cycle of violence are explored, along with the role of mental health, hormone testing, and social support in holistic recovery. The importance of community collaboration, funding, and resource sharing across charities is emphasized, along with future plans for a rehab center to rehabilitate medium and high risk offenders. Practical tips for parenting, emotional intelligence, and preventing social isolation are shared, along with personal anecdotes, humor, and encouragement to take actionable steps.

Join the movement to break cycles, empower survivors, and foster community resilience. Whether through holistic therapies, education, or collaboration, every effort counts in transforming lives.

Main Topics:

• Personal experiences with mental health challenges and stigma
• The impact of medication, ADHD, and antidepressants
• The role of social media and online interactions in mental well-being
• Strategies for managing mental health and seeking support
• Promoting community, openness, and kindness

Resources & Links:

• Samaritans - Free confidential emotional support
• Text Crisis Line - Support via text message
• Benzodiazepine information - About medications Richie mentions
• Self-help strategies for mental health

Connect with Sam & Richie:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• TikTok
• Email: minesonthemersey@gmail.com

Note: Remember, it's okay not to be okay. Reach out, talk to someone, and support each other.