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I had the pleasure of speaking with returning guest, Louise Barnett, a remarkable individual who has bravely shared her journey with bipolar disorder and addiction.  After years of navigating her own challenges, she is now using her voice to raise awareness and provide support to others facing similar battles. Louise has just released a new book Tainted Love: A Bipolar Memoir. In it she shares insights, exploring her experiences with addiction, the challenges of living with bipolar disorder, and the importance of vulnerability in relationships. What did Louise learn from her struggles and what can we take away from her experiences? Get her book and learn more about Louise here https://www.louisebarnett.com/memoir Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The term serial killer exists because of Ted Bundy. This episodes guest is Edna Cowell Martin, Bundy’s cousin and childhood friend. Edna shares her unique perspective on Ted Bundy, highlighting his family dynamics, early influences and family background. Perhaps more importantly, we discuss the complex trauma a family shares from loving and growing up with a secret monster. What dots did she connect after finding out the truth? How does a family move on? And could she have stopped him? Order Edna’s new book Dark Tide: Growing Up With Ted Bundy at https://darktidebook.com/ Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Birth isn’t just a moment; it’s a profound experience that leaves lasting impressions on our brains and behaviours. From feelings of safety to how we handle stress, our early experiences can influence everything. Research suggests that the way we enter the world can affect our feelings of trust and our view of the world as a safe place. This weeks episode I speak with Annie Brook,  Ph.D, LPC, MSME (ISMETA), Body-Mind Centering teacher, and a therapist in high regard in the Somatic community. Annie's speciality is helping adults and children get to the roots of difficult behaviours by helping them to go back to the first impressions of life; unwinding the impacts of birth and post birth on their nervous system.  To find out more about Annie, her books, courses and therapy please go to https://www.anniebrook.com/ Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One condition that often raises questions is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). My guest this week is Sarah Rose, the founder of BPD Beautiful, who not only has personal experience with the disorder but also dedicates her work to helping others navigate their journeys. BPD Beautiful is a self-help recovery hub that offers resources such as videos, blog posts, and recovery tips for individuals dealing with BPD. After being diagnosed in 2019, Sarah turned her experiences into a platform to support others, sharing her journey to remission and the tools that helped her along the way. You can check out BPD Beautiful at https://www.bpdbeautiful.com/ where you can also find Sarah’s novel Sadie’s Favourite and have a listen to her band Them vs. Her Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we take a wild ride of a near-death experience (NDE), shadow work, and holistic healing  and hopefully, your heart lighter. Thayne Martin shares how a near-death experience in a pool led to a radical life change and a new philosophy based on the "equation of life" and abundant happiness. Thayne turned trauma of horrific childhood abuse and living with DID,  into transformation with the power of love, gratitude, and a little bit of math. His program called It's Pure Love is a pay what you can and his passion is priceless. It's Pure Love — Thayne’s transformational program and philosophy The Equation of Life & Abundant Happiness — Book on applying math to personal growth Neuroplasticity & Behavior Change — Deep dive into rewiring your brain Thayne Martin - LinkedIn | Twitter Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Understanding personality disorders can be challenging, especially when it comes to conditions like Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD). In this episode, Rebecca shares her personal journey with borderline and histrionic personality disorders, exploring her diagnosis at age 35, her trauma history, and her ongoing path to self-understanding and healing. The conversation aims to destigmatize mental health issues and highlight the importance of treatment and self-love. Whether you’re looking to understand more about HPD or seeking validation in your own experiences, this discussion is filled with valuable insights. Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever felt like the mental health system is more of a maze than a helping hand? There's good news — efforts like the Quality Mental Health Framework aim to make care consistent, respectful, and actually helpful, no matter where you are. Nitika is the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s Director of Prevention and Promotion Initiatives and leads programs and initiatives that are focused on suicide prevention, mental wellness, and life promotion. From grass-roots, evidence-informed, capacity-building projects to national initiatives, the Commission is striving to build consensus and drive system transformation. We chat about mental health initiatives that are reshaping communities across Canada. From community-based suicide prevention to the importance of lifelong, culturally sensitive care, this episode is packed with actionable insights—because everyone deserves support, dignity, and a bit of hope. Resources & Links: Roots of Hope - Community-led suicide prevention model Mental Health Framework - Practical guide for quality mental health services Canadian Mental Health Association - Local and national mental health support network Newfoundland Doorways Program - Rapid access to mental health services in Newfoundland Mental Health Commission of Canada Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you chasing after something that never seems to satisfy? Jeremy is a recovered porn addict and as such he now helps others who struggle with porn addiction. So what did porn addiction look like for Jeremy and others? Why is it so destructive and what helped Jeremy to turn it all around? Be sure to check out Jeremy’s podcast Unhooked Podcast and Coaching options at https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The month of June is many things including Men’s Mental Health Month. My guest this week is Tyrone Powell, a counsellor and podcaster from Edmonton, Alberta. We dive into the complexities of masculinity, particularly examining the role of hate and emotional expression within this framework. We discuss personal experiences and societal expectations surrounding emotions and gender roles. To find out more about Tyrone and to book an appointment, please go to his website hellotyrone.ca You can listen to Tyrone’s podcast here Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In one day, Ken, an American raised in poverty and surrounded by addiction, went from living a fantasy life in South Korea filled with money, fame and women to being in prison and losing everything. Once the dust had settled Ken was left with nothing but self pity and thoughts of suicide. Ken knew something needed to change. How did he rise to fame in a foreign country and what did he do to raise himself out of the pits of despair? You won’t want to miss a second of this episode! Ken’s Instagram the_ameriken Book: Enlightenment Express: A Practical Guide to Rapid Awakening, Deep Healing, and Life’s Meaning  Spotify Podcast “The Highest Truth” YouTube: HighestStateNow Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.taketenken.com/about-1 Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jenn’s podcast, “The Shadows We Cast,” delves into the lasting effects of mental health issues through generations. She shares her personal journey, having grown up with a mother who battled addiction and mental health challenges. By inviting guests to join the conversation, she aims to create a comprehensive view of lived experiences and to inspire those suffering by proving that recovery is possible. Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Emily is an advocate, author of the book My Sunflower Soul, and one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met. In this conversation, Emily shares her harrowing journey through emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, and her path to healing. She discusses the complexities of navigating love and the role of therapy in recovery. From cancer, using alcohol to self medicate and fertility issues. Emily reflects on how trust, betrayal, healing, and resilience, shapes her understanding of life and relationships. This episode is part 2 of 2 Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Emily is an advocate, author of the book My Sunflower Soul, and one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met. In this conversation, Emily shares her harrowing journey through emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, and her path to healing. She discusses the complexities of navigating love and the role of therapy in recovery. From cancer, using alcohol to self medicate and fertility issues. Emily reflects on how trust, betrayal, healing, and resilience, shapes her understanding of life and relationships. This episode is part 1 of 2 Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week’s guest is a former cast member of Love is Blind, an advocate, an informed citizen, a podcast host and just a great dude, Nick Thompson. Nick created UCAN, a foundation to support and advocate for people that have been exploited and traumatized by unscripted television shows. He gives an update on his love life, UCAN, the mental fatigue of media and politics while living in the USA these days. He also give suggestions for the psychological toll of consuming overwhelming news and how to manage cognitive overload. Please follow Nick’s YouTube and podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContentor on iTunes at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyes-wide-open-with-nick-thompson/id1640110814 For more information on the UCAN foundation, please go to https://theucanfoundation.org/ Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wendy Cole is a trans woman who transitioned at 67 years old. She is also an advocate and co host of the podcast Demystifying the Transgender Journey. Wendy tells her story of living in the closet for decades and what it’s like after transitioning living in the USA in the current political climate. If you are trans and in need of coaching with your transitioning, Wendy is also an experienced transitioning coach. To find out more go to her website. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE depression, anxiety, trans mental health, suicide Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more! Listen to my new podcast series Transgression - My Search for the REAL Trans Agenda in Saskatchewan Thank you to Carey Hyndman from Your Voice Consulting for sponsoring this episode! Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list! And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet! Thank you to BLEAV podcast network! Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here And a big thank you to Sonia Wiggins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.