Navigating challenging relationships (without all the drama) (Episode 289)
Navigating relationship challenges doesn’t have to mean dealing with constant conflict or emotional chaos. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m sharing a practical and drama-free blueprint for how to handle difficult relationships in a way that protects your peace and supports your mental health - whether they’re romantic, platonic, or family-based. You’ll learn what makes a relationship truly ‘challenging’, how to recognise unhealthy dynamics, and what to do when issues like manipulation or constant emotional stress start taking a toll on you. I’ll also guide you through a four-stage process for dealing with drama calmly and clearly… without losing yourself in the process. Because while you can’t control other people, you can control how you respond. So if you’ve been feeling emotionally drained, or stuck in emotional survival mode, this one’s for you. 👉 Ready to learn how to protect your peace, one healthier relationship choice at a time? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you're tired of emotional chaos in your relationships, this episode will show you how to handle difficult dynamics with calm and clarity… and without losing your peace of mind! 😃💬 Let me know: What’s one thing you’ve been tolerating that’s damaging your peace… and how can you respond differently?👍 Enjoyed this episode? Hit ‘like’! And follow/subscribe for more weekly episode about better mental health.📝 Episode transcript and show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17399 🎧 Past episodes you may find helpful (as mentioned in this episode):Episode 279: Expressing Yourself https://ltamh.com/?p=16628 🔗 More links:Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwinSign up for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://wp.me/P9zN54-fL My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwinFind me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/ ⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Challenging relationships and mental health0:59 Dealing with difficult relationships 1:49 What are difficult relationships?6:36 Why navigating relationships mindfully matters13:27 How to work through challenging relationships 27:00 Final tips and applying what you’ve learnedNew here? Hi! 👋😃 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is the show that helps you improve your mental health. In the weekly episodes of Let’s Talk About Mental Health Jeremy Godwin makes better mental health simple, with straightforward and practical advice grounded in both quality research and personal experience. Jeremy is a writer and counsellor with extensive lived experience of severe anxiety and depression, and he creates tools and resources full of helpful mental health tips to improve your mental wellbeing and build greater mental health awareness. Visit ltamh.com for more about the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast and videos, or follow @ltamentalhealth on Instagram for mental wellbeing tips and updates.#challengingrelationships #healthierrelationships #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #difficultrelationships
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Can’t let go of your anger? This is why... (Episode 288)
Still holding onto anger? You’re not alone... but it could be stealing your peace of mind. In this powerful episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m breaking down why anger lingers long after the moment has passed — and how you can finally start letting your anger go. Learn why anger is often a mask for deeper pain, how it becomes tied to your identity, and why holding onto anger might feel safer than facing what’s underneath. More importantly, discover practical ways to release your anger, without pretending nothing happened. Because real healing starts when you choose peace over punishment. So whether you’re dealing with resentment or emotional burnout, or you're just tired of feeling weighed down by the past, this episode will help you reclaim your energy and move forward with clarity. 👉 Letting anger go in a healthy way starts here... so, let's talk!💡 TL;DR: Holding onto anger feels like control — but it’s actually stealing your peace of mind. 😃💬 Let me know: What’s one simple thing you can do today to start loosening your grip on any anger that you’ve been carrying?👍 Enjoyed this episode? Hit ‘like’! And follow/subscribe for more weekly episode about better mental health.📝 Episode transcript and show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17333 🎧 Past episodes you may find helpful (as mentioned in this episode):Episode 286: Emotional Boundaries https://ltamh.com/?p=17181Episode 279: Expressing Yourself https://ltamh.com/?p=16628 🔗 More links:Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwinSign up for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://wp.me/P9zN54-fL My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwinFind me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/ ⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Anger and mental health0:54 Learning how to work through anger2:47 A word about anger and the state of the world5:08 Understanding anger and how anger manifests8:33 Why is letting go of resentment and anger hard?17:28 How to deal with anger 30:04 Final tips and next timeNew here? Hi! 👋😃 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is the show that helps you improve your mental health. In the weekly episodes of Let’s Talk About Mental Health Jeremy Godwin makes better mental health simple, with straightforward and practical advice grounded in both quality research and personal experience. Jeremy is a writer and counsellor with extensive lived experience of severe anxiety and depression, and he creates tools and resources full of helpful mental health tips to improve your mental wellbeing and build greater mental health awareness. Visit ltamh.com for more about the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast and videos, or follow @ltamentalhealth on Instagram for mental wellbeing tips and updates.#anger #lettinggoofanger #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #emotionalwellbeing
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Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast trailer (2025)
Looking after your mental health doesn’t have to feel so hard. Let’s Talk About Mental Health is the weekly podcast that teaches you how to improve your mental health, with practical advice that actually works.Presented by counsellor and writer Jeremy Godwin, each episode breaks down one topic in a way that’s simple, straightforward, honest, and easy to apply in real life. No fluff, no random opinions… just real mental health tools for real people. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, burnout or self-doubt, this show is here to share mental health tips that help you take back control of your mental wellbeing.🎧 Hit follow or subscribe and start your mental health reset today! Because the more we talk about it, the easier it gets.New episodes every Sunday, available to listen to or watch on Spotify and YouTube or listen to on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and other major podcast services.#mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #ltamhpodcast #mentalwellbeing #bettermentalhealth #mentalhealthtips
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Be more present... before life passes you by (Episode 287)
Are you actually living your life… or just getting through the day? In this episode, I’m talking about how to be more present and why being present is essential for better mental health… because if you’re constantly distracted, overwhelmed, or stuck in your head, then chances are that you’re missing out on the actual experience of your life. And the truth is that learning to be present is one of the most powerful things you can do for your mental wellbeing. It helps to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation, and it brings greater peace and clarity into your daily life. So if you struggle to slow down, or you find yourself worried about the future or stuck in thoughts of the past, this episode is for you; you’ll discover simple and practical strategies to stop missing your life so that you can reconnect with what really matters… starting right now.👉 Ready to discover the power of being fully present? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: You’re not getting this time back — so learning how to be truly present helps you actually live your life, not just survive it. 😃💬 Let me know: What’s one simple thing you can do today to bring yourself back to the present moment?👍 Liked this episode? Hit ‘like’! And follow/subscribe for more weekly episode about better mental health.📝 Episode transcript and show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17181 🎧 Past episodes you may find helpful (as mentioned in this episode):Episode 239: Discomfort https://ltamh.com/?p=14013 Episode 281: Dealing with Anxiety https://ltamh.com/?p=16786Episode 278: Dealing with Overwhelm https://ltamh.com/?p=16478 🔗 More links:Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwinSign up for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://wp.me/P9zN54-fL My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwinFind me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/ ⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Being present and mental health1:17 The power of being present3:37 What does it mean to be present?8:37 Why being present matters17:11 How to stay present31:37 Final tips and next timeNew here? Hi! 👋😃 Let’s Talk About Mental Health is the show that helps you improve your mental health. In the weekly episodes of Let’s Talk About Mental Health Jeremy Godwin makes better mental health simple, with straightforward and practical advice grounded in both quality research and personal experience. Jeremy is a writer and counsellor with extensive lived experience of severe anxiety and depression, and he creates tools and resources full of helpful mental health tips to improve your mental wellbeing and build greater mental health awareness. Visit ltamh.com for more about the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast and videos, or follow @ltamentalhealth on Instagram for mental wellbeing tips and updates.#beingpresent #mindset #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #emotionalwellbeing
Are you constantly drained by other people’s emotions, problems, or dramas? If so, your emotional boundaries might be missing… or they may be too flimsy to actually protect your peace of mind. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m breaking down what emotional boundaries actually are, why boundaries matter more than you think, and how to set and maintain emotional boundaries without guilt. Whether it’s dealing with toxic people or learning to stop taking on everyone else’s problems, this is your guide to reclaiming your emotional energy and protecting your mental health. Full of practical advice and real-world strategies, this episode will help you build stronger and healthier boundaries with others and with yourself. Ready to protect your peace and stop feeling emotionally hijacked by others? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you're constantly feeling drained, overwhelmed, or resentful, this episode will show you how setting emotional boundaries can completely transform your mental health and peace of mind. 😃💬 Let me know: What’s one emotional boundary you need to set (or reset) this week?🧠 Subscribe/Follow for more episodes about better mental health — full of simple strategies that actually work!📝 Episode transcript and show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=17181 🎧 Past episodes you may find helpful (as mentioned in this episode):Episode 248: Healthy Boundaries https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Episode 279: Expressing Yourself https://ltamh.com/?p=16628 🔗 More links:Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwinSign up for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://wp.me/P9zN54-fL My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/ Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjeremygodwinFind me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/ ⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Emotional boundaries and mental health1:01 Let’s talk about emotional boundaries3:23 What are emotional boundaries?5:48 Why are emotional boundaries important?13:16 Setting and maintaining boundaries29:06 Final tips and next timeNew here? Hi! 👋😃 In the weekly episodes of Let’s Talk About Mental Health Jeremy Godwin makes better mental health simple, with straightforward and practical advice grounded in both quality research and personal experience. Jeremy is a writer and counsellor with extensive lived experience of severe anxiety and depression, and he creates tools and resources full of helpful mental health tips to improve your mental wellbeing and build greater mental health awareness. Visit ltamh.com for more about the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast and videos, or follow @ltamentalhealth on Instagram for mental wellbeing tips and updates.#emotionalboundaries #boundaries #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #emotionalwellbeing
Take control of your mental health and start living a more balanced, fulfilling life with Let’s Talk About Mental Health! Each week, host Jeremy Godwin — writer, counsellor, and mental health advocate — breaks down complex mental health topics into simple, actionable steps you can use immediately. With practical, research-backed advice and insights from Jeremy’s expertise and personal experience, each episode helps you build healthier habits, foster resilience, and create lasting positive change. No interviews or unfiltered opinions; just quality advice that actually works. So, let’s talk! 😃
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