There is no need to suffer in silence anymore
A problem shared is a problem halved.
Resources for those in need.
Samaritans
Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
Papyrus
Young suicide prevention society.
Phone: HOPElineUK 0800 068 4141 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm and 7pm to 10pm, and 2pm to 5pm on weekends)
Website: www.papyrus-uk.org
Calm
CALM is the Campaign Against Living Miserably, for men aged 15 to 35.
Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (daily, 5pm to midnight)
Website: www.thecalmzone.net
Sane
Emotional support, information and guidance for people affected by mental illness, their families and carers.
SANEline: 0300 304 7000 (daily, 4.30pm to 10.30pm)
Textcare: comfort and care via text message, sent when the person needs it most: www.sane.org.uk/textcare
Peer support forum: www.sane.org.uk/supportforum
Website: www.sane.org.uk/support
Rethink Mental Illness
Support and advice for people living with mental illness.
Phone: 0300 5000 927 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm)
Website: www.rethink.org
Mind
Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)
Website: www.mind.org.uk
Bereavement
Cruse Bereavement Care
Phone: 0844 477 9400 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm)
Website: www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk
YoungMinds
Information on child and adolescent mental health. Services for parents and professionals.
Phone: Parents' helpline 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm)
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
Anxiety UK
Charity providing support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.
Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5.30pm)
Website: www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Here are some podcasts we have found useful
and would definitely recommend.
Feel Better, Live More
Hosted by Dr. Chaterjee.
Dr Chatterjee is one of the country’s leading GPs, star of BBC 1’s Doctor In the House, and author of international best-selling book ‘The 4 Pillar Plan’. Guests range from leading health experts to exciting personalities who offer health life-hacks, expert advice allowing you to lead a healthier life.
Walking The Dog
Hosted by Emily Dean, brought to you by The Times.
The comedian, Emily Dean, interviews a plethora of celebrities whilst taking her dog or the guests’ dog for a walk. Emily’s relaxed manner and easy way allows the guests to open up in a way rarely seen or heard before. You get an intimate insight into the people who we assume we know so well already.
Under The Skin
Hosted by Russel Brand.
The podcast explores whats beneath the surface of ourselves the people we admire, of our thoughts and of what we believe to be true. This podcasts forces you to become self-analytical and question who you are and what are your beliefs. There is no better person to lead you down that wormhole than Russel Brand and his collection of inspiring guests.
The Joe Rogan Experience
Hosted by the comedian and UFC commentator, Joe Rogan.
If you are into your podcasts it is almost impossible not to come across the JRE. Be that as it may, it is important to recommend it as the sheer plethora of guests is something to behold. But we believe Joe Rogan himself is the podcasts biggest asset. Should you want to be inspired, made laugh, or think about how AI is going to take over the world then you need to listen to this podcast. It has it all.
Grief Encounters
Hosted by Venetia Quick and Sasha Hamrogue in Dublin.
This is a weekly podcast series that looks to address an issue we all deal with and yet all try to ignore - grief. They have weekly guests who share their harrowing stories and uplifting experiences of how they have moved on with their lives. If you are struggling with the passing of a loved one be sure to give this a listen.
Bryony Gordon’s Mad World
Hosted by Bryony Gordon, brought to you by The Telegraph.
Famous guests, including Prince Harry, are interviewed about their dark times and how they have coped and managed their problems. It’s reassuring to know that despite their prestige and fame, we are all humans at the end of the day and we can learn a lot from the people we most look up to.
The Ezra Klein Show
Hosted by Ezra Klein.
Ezra Klein interviews newsmakers makers and this biggest players in politics. It gives us the chance to really understand what goes on in their heads and why they make the decisions that ultimately shape the world we live in.
The Blindboy Podcast
Hosted by Blindboy, of the Rubberbandits.
This is a very eclectic podcast that focuses on comedy, short fiction, society and culture, music and health. There is something for everybody in this podcast so be sure to give it a try.