Togetherness

This week is #MensHealthWeekLike any other awareness week, this is to raise awareness and open up conversations about men’s health. I think it’s especially important that we highlight men’s mental health & wellbeing.Suicide is the biggest cause of death amongst men under the age of 50. The latest UK suicide figures show that on average just under 6,000 people take their own lives every year. Three-quarters of them are men.Now this figure has increased year-on-year and still, it’s not something which is spoken about and is still a ‘taboo’ subject.In this episode I shall be talking to Chris who has experienced many different aspects of life but despite how tough it has been at times, Chris has turned those tough and challenging times into something positive and now helps others using his journey.You can follow Chris on Twitter at @TheChrisWard_At the start, this episode features a heartfelt interview from my Local radio station in St Neots, 'Black Cat Radio' with a father who's son tragically committed suicide after struggling with his mental health.William, a groundsman at Peterborough United football Club, died on February 12 2020  after taking his own life.  William's father Steven raised more than £14,000 for mental health charity 'MIND' after losing his son.Steven said: “I was so proud of that boy, I urge all of you out there with sons and daughters, please talk to your kids.”Read more here: https://www.huntspost.co.uk/news/st-neots-man-raises-money-for-mental-health-in-tribute-6756412

Thank you so much to George from Sheppard for joining me for a chat this morning.Such an amazing group with such uplifting songs. I'm incredibly honoured to have been able to talk with George today and to get an exclusive performance of their song 'Thank You' from George, a song written for their Mum for Mothers day.FOLLOW SHEPPARD ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: https://www.twitter.com/wearesheppard Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearesheppard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearesheppard 

Joe is joined by Victoria English (Award Winning #MentalHealth #Resilience #Consultant #LifeCoach passionate about empowering people with the tools to live a happy life) to talk about all things Mental Health. Talking About:- Mental Health & The Pandemic - The Education System- Neuroscience & NeurodiversityAnd much more!Find Victoria on Twitter & Her Website- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/venglishwell- Website: https://victoriaenglishwellbeing.orgWant to be a guest on the Podcast? If so, Get in touch via the details below.Email: Hello@thejoeplumb.co.ukTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/joeplumbukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeplumbukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeplumbuk

This year's  #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek was probably the most important one yet due to the impact the current pandemic has had on children & young people's mental health.The emotional wellbeing of children is just as important as their physical health.Talking Points:- Why is Children’s Mental Health Week Important- Different factors that affect a child’s mental health- How we can support Children & Young People- Advice for Children & ParentsJoe was joined by Kerry who is a volunteer coach at 'Shout' (85258)  - A Text message support service for anyone who is struggling with their Mental Health.&Donovan from Gamers Vs Mental Health - Clothing brand raising awareness & money for #MentalHealth Charities. This will be put into a podcast and will be available on Spotify - Apple Podcasts - Google - iHeartRadio - TuneIn and Deezer later in the week!Come & Join the conversation. #LetsTalkMentalHealthShout - https://www.giveusashout.orgGamers vs Mental Health - https://www.gamersvsmentalhealth.co.uk

Last week (Monday 1st - 9th  February 2021) was #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek.Over last year and a half has been extremely difficult for the majority of us. This has been an exceptionally difficult time for Children & Young People all over the world, causing a surge in problems with their mental health & well-being.Last week, Paediatricians from around the UK have warned that depression, anxiety, self harm and suicidal thoughts amongst young people are at 'frightening levels'. They have urged the government to open schools for to avoid a 'calamitous' impact on children's mental health.Schools have been shut in the UK since the very start of the country's third national lockdown which has had a major impact on many people's mental health. The impact the pandemic is having on young people is being felt all across the globe. In the United States, Las Vegas schools are now reopening after 18 students took their own lives. The youngest amongst those students was just 9 years old.READ MORE HERE About Kidscape- Our vision is for all children to grow up in supportive communities safe from bullying and harm.​Our mission- Our mission is to provide practical support, training, and advice to challenge bullying and protect young lives.The importance of our work- Research by the Department for Education has shown that at least one child in every class is bullied on a daily or weekly basis. Bullying is the repetitive, intentional hurting of one person or group by another person or group, where the relationship involves an imbalance of power. Bullying behaviour can take many forms, often in combination – such as verbal, physical, emotional or cyberbullying. Bullying is a child protection issue by law, and we all have a legal duty to keep children safe from bullying and harm.  Bullying is devastating for young lives. Anxiety, depression, self harm and suicidal ideation are common amongst children who experience bullying, and the negative effects can be felt long into adult life, affecting academic achievement, relationships and long term mental and physical health. We give hope and help to thousands of children and families each year and work with communities throughout England and Wales to help keep children safe. I talked with Ashley from the National Anti-Bullying Charity Kidscape about Children's mental health week, why it's important and the link with Bullying and mental health.I am also honoured to be an ambassador for Kidscape.Kidscape Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kidscapeTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/kidscapeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidscapePlace2Be: https://www.place2be.org.uk---------- ------------ ------------ ------------------ ------------- ------------ ----------- ---------- ----------- Get involved, join the discussion and follow Joe:Website: https://www.joeplumb.orgTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/joeplumbukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeplumbukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeplumbuk

Joe is joined by Kev & Tom from 'The Black Country Blokes' Podcast to talk about all things Mental Health. Talking About:- Mental Health & The Pandemic - The Education System- The Importance of KindnessAnd much more!Want to be a guest on the Podcast? If so, Get in touch via the details below.Email: Hello@thejoeplumb.co.ukTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/joeplumbukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeplumbukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeplumbuk

A real honour joining The Black Country Blokes last night.Such a great, inspiring and eye-opening chat! Who are the Black Country Blokes?The BCB are 5 regular guys, speaking about all issues related to being a man in today.Alongside focusing on mental health & well-being of men it will also give our mothers, sisters, daughters etc a chance to understand us better.Twitter: @BlackCountryTheInstagram: @TheBlackCountryBlokesFacebook: /theblackcountryblokes

Joe & Emily are here with the first episode of #Togetherness, talking about all things Mental Health and issues that effect many of us on a daily basis.We aim to raise awareness, create change & start conversations to help and inspire others.In this episode we'll be talking with Tammi, 36 Years Old from South Africa who is currently studying Mental Health at University in London. Tammi has first hand expierience dealing with Depression & Anxiety and is driven to help and inspire others and make a positive difference to the lives of others.Join the conversation by messaging Joe on social media:Twitter/Instagram: @JoePlumbUKFacebook: /JoePlumbUKEmail: hello@thejoeplumb.co.uk