Pete Barty: The Road to Renewal - Strategies for Overcoming Adversity (Deep Dive)
Tales to Inspire
“We are human beings, not human doings” In this episode of Tales to Inspire, we delve into the remarkable journey of Pete Barty, a man who has navigated through life's challenges with courage, resilience, and a deep commitment to personal growth. From his early days as a civil engineer to his transformative experiences as a fundraiser, explorer, and now, a therapist, Pete's story is one of profound introspection and self-discovery. Facing Adversity: Pete's life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with primary bone cancer in his shoulder. This life-altering diagnosis, delivered...
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Pete Barty: There is a Silent Crisis Happening Within Men (Bite Size)
Tales to Inspire
Meet Pete Barty as he shares his inspiring tale of overcoming mental health challenges and embracing the power of resilience in this thought-provoking bite size episode. Discover how good mental health isn't just about feeling happy all the time, but rather, it's about maintaining a balance in life, just like you would with your physical health. In this heartfelt conversation, Pete delves into the nuances of recognising when life's roller coaster becomes overwhelming and how it impacts our daily lives. He sheds light on the importance of building resilience and seeking support when needed,...
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Vicki Roberts: Thriving Beyond Anorexia (Deep Dive)
Tales to Inspire
Join Vicki Roberts on a journey of resilience and empowerment as she shares her inspiring story of overcoming mental health challenges to thrive as an entrepreneur. Originally from Milton Keynes, Vicki's relocation to Manchester at 18 marked the beginning of a tumultuous path filled with struggles and triumphs. Despite facing battles with anorexia and self-harm, Vicki found her strength in entrepreneurship. Today, she is the driving force behind A Balanced Collective, a company dedicated to optimising operations for business growth. In this candid discussion, Vicki opens up about her journey,...
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Vicki Roberts: Unpacking Mental Health vs Mental Illness (Bite Size)
Tales to Inspire
Feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? You're absolutely not alone. In this episode, we explore the key difference between mental health and mental illness, helping you understand your own wellbeing and how to support others. Here's what you'll learn: What mental health REALLY means: It's not just about treating issues, but about nurturing your psychological well-being, just like taking care of your physical health. Recognising signs of mental illness: We'll discuss common symptoms and when to seek professional help. Breaking the stigma and having open conversations: Learn how...
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Pete Sincock: Finding Strength on Two Wheels (Deep Dive)
Tales to Inspire
In this episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Pete Sincock, a survivor who overcame adversity through resilience and human connection. Join us as we explore Pete's challenging childhood, marred by trauma, yet fueled by his unwavering passion for football. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Pete's determination remained steadfast. Discover how a serendipitous encounter at the Yes Tribe's Yestival event became a catalyst for Pete's transformation. From cycling across countries to supporting mental health initiatives, Pete's journey exemplifies the power of community and kindness. Tune...
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Pete Sincock: Navigating the Mental Health Spectrum (Bite Size)
Tales to Inspire
Welcome back to our bite size episode with Pete Sincock! In this episode, Pete delves into the intricate nuances of mental health and the crucial role it plays in our lives. Key Points: Understanding Mental Health: Pete emphasizes that mental health isn't just about extreme cases; it's a spectrum that ranges from moments of euphoria to darker thoughts and struggles. Community Support: He highlights the importance of community and societal support in nurturing better mental health. Pete stresses that everyone, regardless of gender, needs a support system to lean on during tough times. ...
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Alex Winstanley: Inclusion Matters (Deep Dive)
Tales to Inspire
Segment 1: True Education and Empowerment Founder Alex Winstanley shares his personal journey and the driving force behind the creation of Happy Smiles: witnessing the systemic marginalization of disabled individuals. Discuss the importance of amplifying the voices of marginalized communities and empowering them to create change. Segment 2: From Passion to Purpose Alex's upbringing in Wigan and how the shared experience of feeling marginalized fueled his determination to make a difference. Transformational moments in Alex's life, from his passion for rugby to volunteering with...
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Alex Winstanley: Breaking Barriers and a Quest for Inclusive Communities (Bite Size)
Tales to Inspire
In this episode, Alex Winstanley delves into the core motivations driving his work in disability inclusion and broader societal inclusion. He reflects on the marginalisation of disabled individuals over the past decade, citing a lack of opportunities and recognition as key issues. Alex emphasises the importance of giving voice and value to diverse communities, acknowledging that many feel marginalised and unworthy due to systemic inequalities. He criticizes governmental systems that perpetuate privilege while neglecting to support marginalised groups adequately. Alex highlights the harmful...
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Jenny Dakosta Van Mputu: My Life as an Activist, Asylum Seeker, and UK Resident (Deep Dive)
Tales to Inspire
Meet Jenny Dakosta Van Mputu, a 48-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Early Activism: Learn about Jenny's activism against injustice, lack of freedom, and corruption under Mobutu's oppressive regime in the Congo. Challenges and Struggles: Explore Jenny's journey as an asylum seeker in the UK, facing bureaucratic hurdles, homelessness, and legal battles. Resilience and Determination: Discover how Jenny's unwavering spirit propelled him forward despite the odds, leading to a transformative journey of survival and perseverance. Community...
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Jenny Dakosta Van Mputu: Navigating Challenges as a Refugee (Bite Size)
Tales to Inspire
In this episode, we hear from Jenny Dakosta Van Mputu, a refugee who shares his personal journey through adversity and resilience. Facing homelessness in British society, Jenny recounts the struggles of not knowing where to start or how to communicate in a foreign land. Jenny emphasises the importance of support, especially from organisations in Manchester, highlighting the difficulties of transportation due to financial constraints. He expresses gratitude for the kindness of British people encountered along the way, noting the crucial role of community support in navigating the...
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‘Alcohol is optional’
Harrison Ward AKA Fell Foodie is a mental health advocate with a passion for cooking, hiking and combining the two.
After growing up in Carlisle to a loving and supporting family, he went from a happy go lucky, glass half full kind of character to almost overnight experiencing a wave of self-loathing, demotivation and insecurity.
Harrison struggled with identifying himself to others and at that time there was a male bravado aspect around talking about mental health in the form of the expectation to simply keep calm and carry on.
As an 18 year old Harrison was introduced to alcohol as a bartender and after a few pints the alcohol helped with the self-loathing and insecurity, just for a while.
He soon became addicted to alcohol, his weight had ballooned and he was drinking 20 pints a day and smoking 20 cigarettes a day.
One night whilst drunk Harrison called his Mother to tell him that he was going to take his own life. Thankfully Harrison did not, but things just didn't change.
It had all come to a sudden halt when Harrison had an emotional breakdown at work and realised that he had to stop drinking alcohol to change his situation.
One day a friend turned up at his doorstep and they went on a hike. 2 weeks off the booze and cigs, overweight struggling up one of the highest mountains in the Lake District. One foot in front of the other.
Something changed for Harrison that day, a new addiction was sparked. Hiking became the ultimate metaphor; pushing through the pain, not knowing the destination, but having faith that he would make it in the end.
Not a year had passed since he had started my sobriety journey and he had managed to drop 7 stone in weight and complete a marathon!
Harrison’s hiking mates often became jealous when comparing their soggy sandwiches to his grub, commenting that he should actually take a stove out and cook from scratch on the fells.
Harrison created an Instagram account called Fellfoodie to anonymously document his outdoor cooking and ended up getting a substantial following.
Now Harrison gives back to the community by continuing to document his journey and teaching adults and children how to make great food to fuel great adventures.
Resources:
https://www.instagram.com/fellfoodie