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In this introductory episode, Aisha is joined by local fitness coach Leo Parry as they discuss how body-image has an impact on one’s mental health and confidence. From the rise of social media and the growing number of unhealthy body comparisons between both men and women, we delve into the serious issue of body dysmorphia. Leo shares some of his personal stories from his younger days, regarding his confidence, weight and how he is now in a position to help other people in a way he was never helped when he was younger.  This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of physical pain & anxiety. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. If you need support, CALM's free and anonymous helpline and webchat are open every day, 5pm-midnight. Visit thecalmzone.net for more info. Follow Aisha on Instagram: @aisha.uk Leo’s Instagram: @leoparrycoach See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aisha is joined by the hilarious “Vom Cruise” from “It’s you funeral” podcast as they both explore the many ways in which toxic masculinity affects men. Stepping away from the ‘Somber’ tone very briefly. This episode is filled with laughter in a very light hearted and comical approach to serious topics, with some funny anecdotes from Vom himself. Expect Strong language throughout!  This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of physical pain & anxiety. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. If you need support, CALM's free and anonymous helpline and webchat are open every day, 5pm-midnight. Visit thecalmzone.net for more info. Follow Aisha on Instagram: @aisha.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For some, slowing down our thoughts and being ‘present’ can be hard especially in our busy lives. As Humans have evolved we’ve become chaotic and our minds can be quite noisy and cluttered. One method is to take a ‘time-out’ of our hectic schedules by sensory deprivation in the form of an hour session in a floatation tank. Aisha’s guest in this episode is Dominic Berry from the Floatworks in Angel, who describes it as “mediation with stabilizers” as he discusses the many health benefits of this method of mindfulness and how it can improve our mental wellbeing as well as many physical symptoms.  This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of physical pain & anxiety. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. If you need support, CALM's free and anonymous helpline and webchat are open every day, 5pm-midnight. Visit thecalmzone.net for more info. Follow Aisha on Instagram: @aisha.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Coming out can be hard enough anyway despite your gender, but for someone from a particular ethnic background held by certain culture values can be a lot harder! Aisha chats to the fabulous non-binary Brit-Asian Drag performance artist, Bolly-illusion as they discuss race and sexuality and how it affects men and their mental health. Join them as they delve deep into labels/ “new terminology”, Bolly’s own coming out story and the inspiration for him to get into Drag. Expect some strong language. This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of physical pain & anxiety. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. If you need support, CALM's free and anonymous helpline and webchat are open every day, 5pm-midnight. Visit thecalmzone.net for more info. Follow Aisha on Instagram: @aisha.uk Bolly’s Instagram: @bolly_illusion See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To complete this mini-series, Aisha explores the many ways mindfulness as a tool can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, in both men and women. Aisha chats to Josh Lipscombe (Founder of ‘The Yoga Factory’ in Southend), to discuss the benefits of breathing, meditation and yoga can have on one’s mental health. Join us in this insightful episode with helpful tips on posture and breathing which is beneficial for mental clarity. Stick around till the end where Josh takes us through a relaxing guided breathing exercise to close off this series! This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of physical pain & anxiety. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. If you need support, CALM's free and anonymous helpline and webchat are open every day, 5pm-midnight. Visit thecalmzone.net for more info. Follow Aisha on Instagram: @aisha.uk Josh’s Instagram: @jlipscombe  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Temporarily, stepping away from women’s health issues, Aisha turns to explore how men cope with their mental health and how they deal with the societal pressures faced in their everyday lives. It’s been said that 3 times as many men as women die by suicide, men aged 40-49 have the highest suicide rates in the UK. And In England, around one in 8 men has a common mental health problem such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder or OCD. Follow Aisha’s journey in this series as she talks to strong and inspiring men from different walks of life with diverse backgrounds, to get an insight into their journey with mental wellbeing. From toxic masculinity, body-image, to coming out into the LGBTQI+ community, this series is designed to raise awareness and shed some light on some unique experiences through honest open conversations, which can hopefully lead to progression! This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of physical pain & anxiety. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. Follow Aisha on Instagram: @aisha.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this introductory episode, Aisha is joined by Annika Waheed as they explore what exactly PMDD is and how it manifests. Annika Waheed runs the leadership and management programme for Bart’s health and is a patient expert for PMDD. Annika will share some hard hitting stories from her personal experience as well as giving listeners a brief education into PMDD. This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of PMDD. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. For further advice and support visit: www.iapmd.org  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/about-pmdd/ Aisha’s Instagram: @aisha.uk Annika’s Instagram: @veni.vidi.vincens.vitae See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aisha talks to Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner and coach, Natalie Ryan Hebert to discuss PMDD and mental health including the common link with trauma. It is thought trauma exacerbates the hormonal shift in women who are highly sensitive, empathetic and creative. This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of PMDD. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. For further advice and support visit: www.iapmd.org  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/about-pmdd/ Aisha’s Instagram: @aisha.uk Natalie’s Instagram: @natalieryanhebert See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Moving on from the mental health aspect we learn more about the physical symptoms related to PMDD. Aisha chats to fellow podcaster Laura Teare-Jones from “My Hormones, My Health”, to discuss everything from monthly water retention bloating to unbearable migraines, cramps and extreme fatigue. This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of PMDD. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. For further advice and support visit: www.iapmd.org  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/about-pmdd/ Aisha’s Instagram: @aisha.uk Laura’s Instagram: @myhormones_myhealth See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Of course another distressing factor is the impact PMDD has on relationships, whether it be with family members i.e. parents or siblings, friendships, co-workers and of course romantic relationships. Aisha chats to Anna Rotar who shares some of her own experiences. This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of PMDD. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. For further advice and support visit: www.iapmd.org  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/about-pmdd/ Aisha’s Instagram: @aisha.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Clearly, the workplace is based upon building relationships with co-workers, employers and customers. If these are strained then naturally PMDD can significantly affect the woman’s work life. This manifests with impact on motivation/productivity, employment flexibility or even communicating issues within a working environment and with managers. Aisha discusses all of these factors with Clare-Louise Knox who is the founder and director of “See Her Thrive”. Clare-Louise is a Board Director at the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD).  This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of PMDD. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. For further advice and support visit: www.iapmd.org  www.seeherthrive.com  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/about-pmdd/ Aisha’s Instagram: @aisha.uk Clare’s Instagram: @see_her_thrive See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To complete this mini-series Aisha discusses current awareness of PMDD, both within the healthcare community and the general public, exploring how this can be enhanced. Aisha chats to Laura Murphy who is the Director of Education and Awareness at IAPMP – the International Association of Premenstrual Disorders. Laura is also the founder of the patient-led awareness campaign “Vicious Cycle: Making PMDD Visible”, which she started in early 2017.  This series is sponsored by Arima CBD oils which many people have found helpful in alleviating the symptoms of PMDD. Visit www.arima.co.uk and use the code aisha10 to receive 10% off on all your orders. For further advice and support visit: www.iapmd.org  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/about-pmdd/ Aisha’s Instagram: @aisha.uk Vicious Cycle Instagram: @viciouscyclepmdd IAPMD – PMDD & PME Instagram: @iapmdglobal  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.