Let's Talk About Mental Health

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• Better mental health doesn't require you to do more (Episode 338) 14.06.2026 23min

  What does better mental health actually look like in real life, and how do you find time to build it when you're already busy, tired, and stretched thin? Because the thing nobody tells you is that better mental health isn't about doing more; it's about focusing on the few things that actually make a difference. In this episode of the Let's Talk About Mental Health podcast, I'm breaking down the basics of better mental health into practical steps you can actually use without piling more onto your plate. I share a simple framework built around daily habits, weekly check-ins and monthly reflection, so you can strengthen your mental wellbeing one choice at a time. It's honest, realistic mental health advice for anyone who wants to look after themselves more intentionally and finally feel like they're getting somewhere.👉 Ready to build better mental health with more clarity and consistency? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: What if better mental health isn’t about doing more, but focusing on the few things that actually make a huge difference? In this episode, I break down the basics of better mental health with simple and realistic mental health tips for your everyday life.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor and my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome and let’s talk!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps: 0:00 Why doing more isn't working 0:35 What better mental health actually looks like 3:07 What it really takes (it's less than you think) 7:00 Why your mental health is worth the effort 10:14 The few things that actually make a difference 21:26 What I want you to take away📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20450 📖 Buy my book ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/📍 Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin ℹ️ Mental health resources: https://ltamh.com/resources/ ➕ Related episodes:Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248): https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Being kinder to yourself when you’re struggling (Episode 326): https://ltamh.com/?p=19801 How to protect your peace (Episode 300): https://ltamh.com/?p=18109 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and improve your mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksLearn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Subscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/ My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/ Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/ #mentalhealthbasics #improveyourmentalhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #mentalhealthsupport #basicsofbettermentalhealth #howtoimprovementalhealth #selfcaretips #mentalhealthselfcare #mentalhealthawareness #sustainablementalhealth
• What is your body trying to tell you? (Episode 337) 07.06.2026 26min

  Physical anxiety symptoms can feel terrifying, especially when anxiety and stress start showing up in your body with chest tightness, nausea, a racing heart, or panic attack symptoms that seem to come out of nowhere. So, we need to talk about how to identify and deal with physical anxiety symptoms... and how to calm them.In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I explore what happens when anxiety stops feeling like ‘just worry’ and starts showing up physically, as well as why anxiety happens and how the body can get stuck in a feedback loop. We’ll also explore how nervous system anxiety can leave you dealing with heart palpitations anxiety, anxiety nausea, anxiety exhaustion, and other anxiety physical effects that make everyday life feel harder than it needs to. I break down anxiety vs panic attack symptoms, look at what somatic anxiety can actually feel like, and share practical mental health tips to help you respond more calmly, understand the pattern beneath your symptoms, and start finding real anxiety relief instead of feeding the fear. This episode is for anyone dealing with anxiety symptoms, a panic attack, an anxiety attack, or the exhausting confusion of wondering whether what you’re feeling is stress, burnout, an anxiety disorder, or something more serious. 👉 Ready to understand your anxiety symptoms better and find peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Think your symptoms are random? This episode breaks down physical anxiety symptoms and the link between anxiety and stress, so you can understand what your body is trying to tell you and what to do about it.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Anxiety symptoms and mental health0:37 Physical anxiety symptoms4:28 What anxiety does to your body10:00 Why an anxiety loop happens16:03 How to calm the anxiety loop24:27 Final tips for physical anxiety symptoms📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20446        📖 Buy my book ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/📍 Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin ➕ Related episodes:Fatigue and anxiety (Episode 331): https://ltamh.com/?p=20080Emotional regulation when overwhelmed (Episode 327): https://ltamh.com/?p=19866 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #physicalanxietysymptoms #anxietyandstress #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #panicattacksymptoms #anxietysymptoms #dealingwithanxiety #anxietyrelief #mentalhealtheducation #somaticanxiety #nervoussystem #panicattack #anxietyattack 
• Why you feel like a burden... and how to stop (Episode 336) 31.05.2026 24min

  Do you feel like a burden if you need help from others? Do you keep asking yourself whether you’re too much, too needy, or too hard to support? In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about feeling like a burden when you’re struggling and why that belief can quietly fuel low self worth, self doubt, emotional suppression, hyper independence, trust issues, and the fear of being a burden whenever you need emotional support. If you’ve ever talked yourself out of asking for help, felt worthless for having needs, or let your inner critic convince you that your emotional pain is a problem for other people, this episode is for you. I explore where that pattern comes from, how shame and emotional vulnerability can mean you start to feel unsafe quickly, and why asking for help does not make you weak, needy, or broken. I also unpack how overcoming self sabotage and healing trauma, as well as building self compassion, can help you stop treating your needs like something you have to apologise for, so you can find healthier and clearer ways to seek mental health support. 👉 Ready to ask for support without shame taking over? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you’re struggling with feeling like a burden, low self worth, or the fear of asking for help, this episode will help you understand why it happens and how to seek support without shame running the show.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Feeling like a burden0:25 How to stop feeling like a burden2:24 What it means when your needs feel like too much6:12 Why needing support can feel unsafe12:42 How to ask for support without shame taking over22:09 Final tips for asking for support📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20357       📖 Buy my book ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/📍 Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin ➕ Related episodes:Being kinder to yourself when you’re struggling (Episode 326): https://ltamh.com/?p=19801 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #feelinglikeaburden #askingforhelp #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #feelingstuck  #emotionalsupport #lowselfworth #hyperindependence #mentalhealthsupport 
• How to deal with a breakup without losing yourself (Episode 335) 24.05.2026 24min

  Navigating heartbreak and breakup pain can be rough, because there’s no instruction guide on how to get over a breakup… especially when it’s negatively affecting your mental health. So, let's talk about how to survive a breakup without losing your sense of self.In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about how to deal with a breakup in a way that’s honest, practical, and kind to yourself. Whether you’re struggling with heartbreak, breakup anxiety, breakup grief, or the confusing aftermath of a relationship ending, this episode will help you understand why breakup healing can feel like such an emotional rollercoaster and what to do after a breakup if you want to heal without feeding the pain. I explore how to get through a breakup when your mind keeps going backwards, why healing after a breakup takes time, how to move on after a breakup without abandoning your self-respect, and why letting go after a breakup is really part of a bigger healing journey. So if you’re stuck in the messy middle part and wondering how to deal with a breakup without losing yourself, this episode will help you protect your dignity and take small steps forward. 👉 Ready to deal with a breakup without losing yourself? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Going through a breakup? Feeling stuck in heartbreak, anxiety, or constant overthinking? In this episode I talk about how to deal with a breakup, so you can calm the chaos and start healing.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Dealing with a breakup0:39 How to get through a breakup3:31 What a breakup really does to you5:36 Why breakups affect your mental health10:08 How to deal with a breakup22:44 Final tips and breakup advice 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20354      📖 Buy my book ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/📍 Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin ➕ Related episodes:Finding closure when they won’t forgive you (324): https://ltamh.com/?p=19676 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #breakup #breakupadvice #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #breakuphealing #breakupanxiety #healingjourney #nervoussystemhealing
• Stop existing and start living! (Episode 334) 17.05.2026 25min

  Feeling stuck in life? Going through the motions? Wondering why life feels empty? It’s time to stop existing and start living more!In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I explore the difference between existing vs living and what happens when survival mode becomes your normal. If you’ve been feeling numb, flat, disconnected, or like you’re just getting through each day, this episode is for you. I talk about why feeling stuck is often not just a motivation problem, and how to enjoy life more through simple and meaningful shifts that build momentum over time. This is an honest, practical conversation about how to stop feeling numb, how to get out of a rut, how to be more present, and how intentional living can help you change your life in realistic ways. So if you’ve been asking yourself how to enjoy life, how to be happy, how to start over, and how to stop existing and start living, or wondering why your purpose driven life feels so far away, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and how to start re-engaging with your life with more kindness, clarity, and self-respect. 👉 Ready to start participating in your life more fully? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you’re feeling stuck, numb, or like you’re just existing instead of living, this episode will help you understand why life feels empty and how to start enjoying life more.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Existing vs living0:28 It’s time to stop existing and start living2:43 What is existing vs living?6:23 Why just existing harms your mental health11:07 How to stop existing and start living22:46 Final tips for dealing with manipulation📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20316     📖 Buy my book ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Focusing on what really matters (Episode 306): https://ltamh.com/?p=18636Being more present (Episode 287): https://ltamh.com/?p=17264 Being intentional (Episode 218): https://ltamh.com/?p=12776 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #existingvsliving #survivalmode #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #feelingstuck  #stuckinlife #goingthroughthemotions #livewithintention #enjoylifemore
• How to deal with manipulation (Episode 333) 10.05.2026 26min

  Feeling manipulated by someone? Manipulation can include guilt tripping, pressure, emotional manipulation, controlling behaviour, and sometimes gaslighting, but the common thread is the same: someone is trying to pull you away from your own needs, wants, and choices.In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about how to deal with manipulation: what manipulative behavior is, and how to approach emotional manipulation in a more assertive way, especially when manipulation tactics make it hard to navigate a difficult relationship. If you’re dealing with manipulative people, toxic relationships, or unhealthy relationships, or if you’re trying to understand the signs of manipulation before you get pulled in too far, this episode is for you. I’ll explore why guilt and manipulation can affect your self-esteem and mental health so deeply, why manipulative dynamics often get worse when you start setting boundaries, and how to say no without over-explaining, apologising, or letting someone else’s pressure make your choices for you. You’ll learn how to recognise manipulation earlier, respond with more self-respect, and practice assertiveness in a way that protects your peace without turning you into someone cold or cruel. 👉 Ready to recognise manipulation and respond more assertively? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If guilt trips, gaslighting, or manipulative behaviour keep pushing you into saying yes when you really mean no, this episode will help you spot manipulation earlier and respond with more self-respect.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Manipulation and mental health0:36 Dealing with manipulative people3:15 What is manipulation?6:49 Why manipulation harms your mental health11:21 How to stop being manipulated23:35 Final tips for dealing with manipulation📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20211     📖 Buy ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Discomfort (Episode 239): https://ltamh.com/?p=14013Patterns (Episode 303): https://ltamh.com/?p=18325Healthier Relationships (Episode 266): https://ltamh.com/?p=15724 Boundaries/People Pleasing (Episode 322): https://ltamh.com/?p=19518Difficult People (Episode 325): https://ltamh.com/?p=19737👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #manipulation #manipulativepeople #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #healthierrelationships #emotionalmanipulation #manipulativebehaviour #toxicrelationships #unhealthyrelationships #boundaries #assertiveness #selfrespect
• Why you still feel lonely around other people (Episode 332) 03.05.2026 24min

  Ever wondered, “Why am I lonely even when people are around me?” You’re not alone, and loneliness around others is more common that you might think. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about loneliness in one of its most confusing forms: feeling alone, unseen, and disconnected even when you’re surrounded by other people. If you feel lonely in friendships, at work, in a relationship, or in social situations that look fine on the outside, this episode is for you. I explore why loneliness is not just about having no friends or being physically by yourself, but about the quality of your connection, the levels of loneliness people can experience, and what may be driving chronic loneliness or that constant thought of “why am I lonely?”. I also look at why you may feel unseen, how to deal with loneliness, what to do when you feel lonely around other people, and how to stop feeling lonely by building connections that feels more real. So if you’ve been wondering how to overcome loneliness, how to feel more connected, or why being around people still leaves you feeling alone, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and what to do next. 👉 Ready to feel more connected and less alone? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you often feel lonely even around other people, this episode will help you understand why you feel alone, what you need to focus on, and how to start overcoming loneliness and build real connections. Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Loneliness and mental health0:32 Feeling lonely when you’re not alone3:08 What is feeling lonely around others8:10 Why loneliness affects your mental health12:55 How to deal with loneliness22:22 Final tips for dealing with loneliness📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20200    📖 Buy ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Emotional regulation (Episode 15): https://ltamh.com/?p=848  👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #loneliness #feelinglonely #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #feelingalone #dealingwithloneliness #healthierrelationships #emotionalconnection
• Anxious and exhausted all the time? Here’s why. (Episode 331) 26.04.2026 24min

  Are you dealing with fatigue and anxiety, brain fog, and that horrible feeling of being both wired and worn out at the same time? Welcome to one of the most common anxiety symptoms: fatigue.In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about why ‘anxiety exhaustion’ can leave you feeling flat, mentally exhausted, emotionally exhausted, and stuck in survival mode even when you’re trying your best to hold it all together. This episode is for anyone who feels anxious often, keeps pushing through stress and anxiety, and is starting to wonder whether they’re dealing with burnout, mental exhaustion, anxiety symptoms, or just some vague kind of fatigue they can’t explain. I unpack how anxiety, stress, and constant internal pressure can quietly drain your system, fuel brain fog, and make ordinary life feel harder than it should, and I explore how to stop anxiety and fatigue feeding each other without piling on more pressure or pretending you can just “power through”. If you’ve ever worried about adrenal fatigue, felt confused by your anxiety symptoms, or wondered why anxiety relief can feel so hard when you’re already worn down, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and how to begin breaking the cycle in practical, realistic ways. 👉 Ready to understand your exhaustion and start breaking the cycle? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of feeling anxious, exhausted, foggy, and stuck in survival mode? In this episode I unpack the link between fatigue and anxiety so you can understand what’s draining you and how to start changing it. Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Mental health and anxiety0:39 Fatigue and anxiety4:21 What is fatigue and anxiety?7:20 Why fatigue and anxiety affects your mental health11:52 How to break the cycle of fatigue and anxiety22:06 Final freeze response tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20080   📖 Buy ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Emotional regulation (Episode 327): https://ltamh.com/?p=19866 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #anxiety #fatigue #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #stressresponse #emotionalregulation #nervoussystem #copingwithoverwhelm
• Why you shut down when overwhelmed (Episode 330) 19.04.2026 26min

  Feeling overwhelmed, frozen, or emotionally numb even when you’re still getting through the day? That’s the freeze response in action, which you may know as part of the fight flight freeze response.In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m exploring the freeze response: what functional freeze is, why overwhelm can trigger emotional shutdown, and why feeling overwhelmed and exhausted is not just about motivation or willpower. I talk about what this stress response looks like in real life when you’re feeling overwhelmed, can’t think straight, feel stuck, or notice your nervous system has basically hit a wall. I also unpack why functional freeze can quietly damage your emotional health, affect your emotional regulation, and make coping with overwhelm even harder (especially if you keep piling on pressure, instead of understanding what your system is actually doing). I’ll also walk you through practical mental health tips to help you respond differently: reduce pressure, recognise the pattern underneath the shutdown, protect your limits, and start moving forward. If you’ve been dealing with overwhelm, functional freeze, shutdown, or a freeze response that’s leaving you flat, foggy, or disconnected, this episode is for you. 👉 Ready to understand the freeze response and tackle overwhelm? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Overwhelmed, feeling frozen and shut down, and stuck in your own head? In this episode I’m breaking down the freeze response: what functional freeze is, why it happens, and how to start finding clarity when your system is overloaded.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Overwhelm and mental health0:40 The freeze response3:49 What is functional freeze and shutdown?7:04 Why shutdown affects your mental health11:39 How to deal with the freeze response24:24 Final freeze response tips 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20056  📖 Buy ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Being kinder to yourself (Episode 326): https://ltamh.com/?p=19801Emotional regulation (Episode 327): https://ltamh.com/?p=19866 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #overwhelmed #freezeresponse #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #functionalfreeze #emotionalshutdown #feelingstuck #stressresponse #emotionalregulation #nervoussystem #copingwithoverwhelm
• Toxic family relationships: when family crosses the line (Episode 329) 12.04.2026 27min

  Toxic family relationships can leave you feeling drained, confused, and stuck between protecting your peace and trying to keep everybody else happy. So how do you deal with toxic family members when the people hurting you are the same people you’re told you should love, respect, and stay loyal to?In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about why toxic family relationships affect your mental health, and how to deal with toxic family members in a way that’s grounded in self-respect. I explore the difference between difficult and toxic behaviour, why family dynamics can make you doubt yourself, and how guilt and manipulation can keep you stuck in patterns that harm your peace of mind. You’ll discover practical ways to recognise the emotional cost of toxic family dynamics, decide what access people should have to you, communicate more clearly, and make healthier choices without jumping straight to an all-or-nothing solution.If you’ve been struggling with toxic family relationships, setting boundaries with family, or working out what to do when enough is enough, this episode will help you feel supported and much clearer about what needs to change… and how to make those changes.👉 Ready to protect your peace from toxic family relationships and move forward in life? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of toxic family dynamics draining your peace? In this episode I explore toxic family relationships, why they affect your mental health, and how to deal with toxic family members with greater clarity and self-respect.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Family and mental health0:47 Toxic family relationships3:23 What are toxic family relationships?7:43 Why toxic family relationships affect your mental health12:22 How to deal with toxic family relationships25:28 Final tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=20023 📖 Buy ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Family estrangement (Episode 328): https://ltamh.com/?p=19952Difficult people (Episode 325): https://ltamh.com/?p=19737Why family boundaries don’t stick (Episode 312): https://ltamh.com/?p=19035 How to be more assertive (Episode 242): https://ltamh.com/?p=14199 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #toxicfamilyrelationships #familyboundaries #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #toxicfamily, #familydynamics, #relationshipboundaries #dysfunctionalfamily
• Why family estrangement messes with your head (Episode 328) 05.04.2026 26min

  Family estrangement can mess with your head in ways other people rarely understand. Whether you’re estranged from family, dealing with no contact, trying to make sense of being cut off, or asking yourself why family estrangement hurts so much, this kind of loss can have a huge impact on your mental health and emotional wellbeing.In this week’s episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about family estrangement, including: what estrangement really is, estrangement grief, and how to cope with family estrangement when family ties are broken or when family cuts contact. I explore why going no contact is rarely ever a simple choice, how toxic family relationships can lead to distance or disconnection, and what emotional healing can look like when you’re estranged from parents, part of an estranged family, or stuck in the middle of estranged families and dysfunctional family dynamics. I also talk about peace of mind, healing, and what to do when you’re dealing with other people’s painful questions or opinions (like “but she’s your mother”), or wondering how to cut contact with family without losing yourself in the process. 👉 Ready to make sense of family estrangement and protect your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you’re dealing with family estrangement or having no contact, this episode will help you understand why being estranged from family hurts so much, what estrangement grief really does to you, and how to start healing without pretending it doesn’t hurt… regardless of which side of the estrangement fence you’re on.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Estrangement and mental health0:36 How to cope with family estrangement 5:48 What is family estrangement?8:59 Why family estrangement affects your mental health12:44 How to deal with family estrangement 23:50 Final tips for dealing with estrangement📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19952       📖 Buy ‘Life Advice That Doesn’t Suck’: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/➕ Related episodes:Why your family boundaries don’t stick (Episode 312): https://ltamh.com/?p=19035 Finding closure when they won’t forgive you (Episode 324): https://ltamh.com/?p=19676 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #estrangement #familyestrangement #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #nocontact, #toxicfamily, #familydynamics, #FamilyTrauma, #FamilyDynamics, #RelationshipBoundaries
• When your emotions take over, you need to do this (Episode 327) 29.03.2026 26min

  What do you do when your emotional regulation goes out the window? Can you learn how to manage your emotions when feeling overwhelmed? This week on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about emotional regulation and what to do when emotions take over in simple and practical terms: what it is, why it gets so much harder when you’re feeling overwhelmed, and how to control your emotions without pretending you’re fine or trying to “just calm down”. If you’re feeling anxious and overwhelmed, stuck in your own head, or wondering how to regulate emotions when stress takes over, this episode will help you make sense of what’s happening and show you how to manage emotions more effectively. I unpack how emotional regulation works, why your nervous system can push you into fight, flight, freeze, fawn or shutdown, and how to emotionally regulate yourself with simple mental health tips you can actually use in real life. So… if you want to control emotions, stop reacting on autopilot, and learn how to stop feeling overwhelmed and stressed, this episode will help you feel clearer, calmer, and more capable of handling whatever life throws at you. 👉 Ready to regulate your emotions and calm your mind? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Feeling overwhelmed and reacting on autopilot? In this episode I’ll show you how emotional regulation really works so you can control your emotions, calm your nervous system, and handle stress without making things worse.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Emotional regulation and mental health0:33 How to control your emotions4:31 What is emotional regulation? 10:21 Why regulating your emotions matters15:12 How to manage your emotions24:24 Final tips for controlling your emotions📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19866      ➕ Related episodes:Being kinder to yourself (Episode 326): https://ltamh.com/?p=19801Overthinking and thought spirals (Episode 321): https://ltamh.com/?p=19518How to deal with anxiety (Episode 281): https://ltamh.com/?p=16786 People pleasing (Episode 122): https://ltamh.com/?p=5798 Expressing yourself (Episode 279): https://ltamh.com/?p=16628 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #emotionalregulation #feelingoverwhelmed #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #stressandanxiety #overwhelm #anxietyhelp #nervoussystemregulation #selfregulation #calmyourmind
• Being kinder to yourself when you’re struggling (Episode 326) 22.03.2026 24min

  Are you tired of feeling like your own worst enemy in your own head? Then you need to learn how to be kinder to yourself, and how to love yourself more… and that’s what this episode is all about!This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about being kinder to yourself when you’re struggling… because a harsh inner critic, negative self talk, and that relentless negative inner voice can all harm your self worth, chip away at your self respect, and make maintaining good mental health much harder than it needs to be. I break down how to be kinder to yourself without drifting into denial or excuses, and I explore how to love yourself in a more grounded and practical way. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering “why do I hate myself?”, or felt stuck in patterns of self criticism, this episode will help you stop bullying yourself, understand how self criticism and mental health affect each other, and start building more self kindness, self compassion, and real emotional balance. I’ll walk you through simple mental health tips and practical self love tips to help you heal your inner critic, learn how to practice self love, and start approaching your self improvement with greater honesty and less shame. 👉 Ready to start being kinder to yourself? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR Dealing with a harsh inner critic, negative self talk, and feeling like you’re constantly bullying yourself in your own head? In this episode I’ll show you how to be kinder to yourself, how to love yourself in a more grounded way, and how to stop self criticism from harming your mental health.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Self kindness and mental health0:24 How to love yourself 2:11 One simple self love tool3:31 What is an inner critical voice7:33 Why self-criticism harms your mental health11:40 How to be kinder to yourself22:28 Final tips for learning to be kinder to yourself 📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19801     ➕ Related episodes:Improving your self-worth (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566Realistic positive thinking (Episode 292): https://ltamh.com/?p=17609 How to love yourself more (Episode 247): https://ltamh.com/?p=14405 How your mindset shapes your reality (Episode 299): https://ltamh.com/?p=18039 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #bekindertoyourself #selflove #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #mentalhealthpodcast #selfimprovement #selfkindness #selfcompassion #selfworth #selfrespect #negativeselftalk #innercritic #selflove  
• Dealing with difficult people while protecting your peace (Episode 325) 15.03.2026 28min

  Dealing with difficult people who drain you, derail your day, and leave you replaying  things in your head for hours and hours? Difficult and toxic relationships are emotionally exhausting, and protecting your peace can feel like you’re working a second full-time job that you never applied for. This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m sharing practical advice for dealing with difficult people while protecting your peace, whether that’s at home, in friendships, or at work (especially at work!). I’ll talk about how to handle rude people without buying into the drama, how to stop taking things personally, and simple conflict resolution approaches that help you stay calm and clear. We’ll talk through setting boundaries with difficult people that actually hold, and what to do when you’re stuck dealing with difficult coworkers (or toxic coworkers) who push, needle, or twist things. And yes, I’ll also address how to deal with toxic people and manipulative people; not with labels or name-calling, but with practical ways to protect your energy and make smart choices about what access you grant (or don’t) to toxic people in your life. If you want to understand how to protect your peace and stay grounded while you’re dealing with difficult people, this episode is for you. 👉 Ready to start setting boundaries for dealing with difficult people that protect your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR Dealing with difficult people is exhausting; in this episode I’ll show you how to handle difficult or even toxic people with calm and clear boundaries (while protecting your peace and keeping your self-respect intact).Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Difficult people and mental health0:35 Dealing with difficult people3:42 What dealing with difficult people looks like7:51 Why difficult people affect your mental health12:19 How to deal with difficult people26:35 Final tips for dealing with difficult people📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19737 ➕ Related episodes:Toxic People (Episode 75): https://ltamh.com/?p=3284 Navigating challenging relationships (Episode 289) https://ltamh.com/?p=17399👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #difficultpeople #toxicpeople #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #bettermentalhealth #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #findingpeace #protectyourpeace #boundaries #settingboundaries  #workstress #conflictresolution #protectingyourpeace
• Finding closure when they won’t forgive you (Episode 324) 08.03.2026 24min

  Trying to find closure from someone who won’t forgive you? This week on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about finding closure when the other person won’t even meet you halfway; no apology, no forgiveness, no neat ending, and often no answers at all. And while closure might seem impossible, it’s actually more possible than you might think.If you often find yourself replaying an unresolved conflict, stuck in a relationship breakdown, or grieving losing a relationship (including family estrangement), this episode will help you stop living in that ‘appeal process’ headspace and show you how to start creating closure that protects your peace. I’ll explain how to approach finding closure in a grounded way: closure without an apology, closure without forgiveness, and how to move on without closure when you’re living without answers. We’ll cover why it hurts so much to feel misunderstood, what emotional closure actually looks like in real life, and the simple shifts that reduce stress and anxiety without drama… so you can move forward with self-respect, even if the situation is never resolved with the other person. 👉 Ready to find your own closure and reclaim your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Still waiting for closure from someone who won’t forgive you? In this episode I’ll show you how finding closure really works — even with unresolved conflict, family estrangement, and no apology — so you can get emotional closure and move on without drama.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Closure and mental health0:29 Finding closure3:55 What is finding closure without forgiveness?7:36 Why unresolved endings mess with you11:24 How to find closure22:28 Final tips for finding closure📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19676   ➕ Related episodes:Improving your self-worth (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566Healthier conflict (Episode 309): https://ltamh.com/?p=18771👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #closure #movingforward #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #findingpeace #FindingClosure #protectyourpeace #selfrespect #findclosure
• How to be less reactive: emotional regulation tools that work (Episode 323) 01.03.2026 24min

  Can you learn how to be less reactive? Yes! And this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast will teach you how, with a strong focus on emotional regulation techniques that work. If you find yourself on-edge and snapping at things that wouldn’t normally bother you, you’ll know that living with constant stress and anxiety is exhausting. Simple nervous system regulation tools will help you be less reactive and learn how to stop reacting emotionally without pretending life is calm, especially when you’re feeling overwhelmed. I’ll share practical advice on how to be less reactive so you can stop reacting and deal with your emotions effectively, and I’ll explain how to control your emotions with self respect and self-kindness… because you can’t stop being reactive by being cruel to yourself. I’ll explain why your brain struggles to stay calm under pressure, and why the power of not reacting and learning to think first plays such a big role in better mental health. You’ll discover emotional regulation tools you can use at any time, including small-but-powerful changes that help you respond instead of react, reduce stress at work, and break the stress cycle so you’re not just running on emotional fumes. By the end of the episode, you’ll know how to be less reactive in everyday chaos, how to stop overreacting when you’re overloaded, and what to do next to keep building steadier nervous system regulation. 👉 Ready to respond instead of reacting? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Stop reacting to everything! Learning how to be less reactive will help you stay calm under pressure and break the stress cycle… and in this episode I’m sharing emotional regulation tools that help you think first, respond instead of react, and stop stress running your day.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Being less reactive and mental health0:31 The power of not reacting3:52 What does being reactive mean?7:14 Why being reactive affects your mental health11:49 How to be less reactive 22:42 Final tips for setting boundaries📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19640  ➕ Related episodes:Dealing with world chaos (Episode 315): https://ltamh.com/?p=19074Stop letting yourself down! (Episode 318): https://ltamh.com/?p=19412Overthinking and thought spirals (Episode 321): https://ltamh.com/?p=19518👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #howtobelessreactive #emotionalregulation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #calm #nervoussystem  #nervoussystemregulation #ThinkFirst  
• Stop people pleasing and keep your boundaries (Episode 322) 22.02.2026 25min

  Do you want to stop people pleasing, but struggle to keep your boundaries? If you tend to stress or panic the second someone reacts negatively to your boundaries, this episode is for you.This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m focusing on “the wobble moment” that often comes from boundary pushback. If you know how to say no but struggle with boundary setting when guilt, tension, or persistence shows up, this episode will help you keep your boundaries without drama. I’ll break down why people pleasing in relationships often comes from fear of conflict, conflict avoidance, and fear of disappointing people, and how that leads to over-explaining, self-abandonment, and feeling stuck in your own head. You’ll learn practical mental health tips for setting boundaries and holding boundaries in a calmer, clearer way, so you can stop people pleasing and keep your boundaries even when someone doesn’t like it. And if you keep thinking “why can’t I set boundaries?” or you feel you can’t say no because of guilt when saying no, I’ll show you how to be more assertive while still being a decent human being.👉 Ready to keep your boundaries and back yourself under pressure?  Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of trying to stop people pleasing and then folding the moment someone pushes back? In this episode I’ll show you how to keep your boundaries without over-explaining, guilt, or drama, so you can back yourself and protect your peace.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Boundaries and mental health0:32 Sticking to your boundaries2:44 What does maintaining boundaries mean?7:11 Why you feel guilty about setting boundaries12:50 How to keep your boundaries23:46 Final tips for setting boundaries📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19562 ➕ Related episodes:The power of ‘no’ (Episode 105): https://ltamh.com/?p=4891 How to say no without feeling guilty (Episode 258): https://ltamh.com/?p=14853 Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248): https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Discomfort and growth (Episode 239): https://ltamh.com/?p=14013 Healthier conflict (Episode 309): https://ltamh.com/?p=18771👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #boundaries #mentalhealth #settingboundaries #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #healthierrelationships #peaceofmind #assertiveness #boundarysetting  
• Overthinking and thought spirals: how to calm your mind (Episode 321) 15.02.2026 23min

  Overthinking? Stuck in thought spirals? Racing thoughts? If your mind won’t switch off and you feel trapped in your own head, this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast is for you. This week I’m exploring what’s really going on when an overactive mind ramps up. I’ll also dig into why anxiety and overthinking can fuel rumination, worst-case thinking and catastrophising, and we’ll talk about why “just stop thinking!” doesn’t work when your nervous system is on high alert. I’ll guide you through a practical, real-life way of dealing with overthinking: calm your nervous system with simple nervous system regulation first, then use a clear step-by-step process to interrupt thought spirals and choose what actually deserves your attention. By the end of this episode you’ll know how to stop overthinking in the moment, how to calm your mind more quickly, and what you can do to build habits that stop negative thought spirals from running your life.👉 Ready to calm your mind and turn the volume down on the noise? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Overthinking and thought spirals can feel like your brain has you trapped on repeat; in this episode, I’ll show you how to calm your mind by turning the volume down at the nervous system level so you can finally think clearly again.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Overthinking and mental health0:42 How to stop a thought spiral2:55 What overthinking really is6:36 Why your brain won’t switch off10:50 How to deal with overthinking21:45 Final self doubt tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19518    ➕ Related episodes:How to stop overthinking so much (Episode 236): https://ltamh.com/?p=13840  Let’s Talk About… Overthinking (Episode 4): https://ltamh.com/?p=340 Ruminating on the past (Episode 313): https://ltamh.com/?p=19054👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #thoughtspirals #overthinking #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #anxietyhelp #calmyourmind #racingthoughts #nervoussystemregulation 
• Feeling unsure of yourself? How to stop the self-doubt spiral (Episode 320) 08.02.2026 24min

  Ever think “I have no idea what I’m doing” and instantly assume that having self-doubt and feeling unsure of yourself means you’re failing? Well, you’re not!In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m getting brutally honest about self-doubt and why those thoughts can spiral into overthinking and anxiety, self-judgement, shame, and relentless negative self-talk… and how to stop letting your inner critic run the show. If you’re unsure of yourself, stuck in reassurance seeking, or dealing with imposter syndrome and a constant fear of making the wrong decision, you’re not alone… and you’re not broken. I’ll show you how to handle self-doubt and how to handle uncertainty in a way that actually helps to calm your nervous system, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start building self respect even when your mind is still shouting, “But I have no idea what I’m doing!” This episode is for those moments when you feel lost in life and your brain turns “I don’t know” into “I can’t trust myself”. 👉 Ready to learn how handle uncertainty and self-doubt without spiralling? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Stuck thinking “I have no idea what I’m doing!” and letting self-doubt hijack your mind? In this episode I’ll show you how to handle uncertainty, silence your inner critic, and learn to trust yourself again with greater self-respect.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Self doubt and mental health0:42 Feeling unsure of yourself5:30 What is feeling unsure of yourself9:07 Why self-doubt affects your mental health14:30 How to deal with self-doubt22:17 Final self doubt tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19460   ➕ Related episodes:Overcoming imposter syndrome (Episode 307): https://ltamh.com/?p=18641 Improving your self-worth (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #selfdoubt #trustyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #overthinking #anxietyhelp #impostersyndrome #innercritic #negativeselftalk #selfrespect #calmyourmind 
• Recurring arguments: why you keep having the same argument and how to stop (Episode 319) 01.02.2026 24min

  Having the same argument with someone you care about, over and over? This week in the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m digging into what’s really going on when you keep having the same argument every time and how repeating arguments in relationships leaves you exhausted, anxious, and second-guessing yourself. I break down the link between recurring arguments, relationship conflict, and mental health, and why we keep arguing about the same things instead of fixing what’s underneath. You’ll learn how to stop the same fight from hijacking your interactions, how to break arguing patterns, and practical ways to move towards healthier communication in relationships, so you can reduce relationship stress, protect your peace, and actually build better relationships that support your mental wellbeing. This is practical mental health advice that really helps if you’re feeling stuck in your relationship or trapped in your own head by constant rows, with simple tools you can use to respond differently and feel calmer… even when things are tense. 👉 Ready to change how you handle having the same argument so you can protect your peace and move forward? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If you’re tired of having the same argument on repeat, this episode helps you understand what’s really going on and how to respond differently so you can build better relationships and protect your peace.Let’s Talk About Mental Health with Jeremy Godwin is all about practical mental health advice for real life; each week I teach you how to improve your mental wellbeing with simple tips that actually work, drawing on my professional expertise as a counsellor as well as my personal experience living with anxiety and depression. Welcome to the conversation!________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Repeating arguments and mental health0:36 Recurring arguments3:10 What are recurring arguments?8:15 Why repeating arguments affect your mental wellbeing15:19 How to manage recurring arguments23:03 Final having the same argument tips📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=19431  ➕ Related episodes:Healthy conflict (Episode 309): https://ltamh.com/?p=18771Patterns don’t lie! (Episode 303): https://ltamh.com/?p=18325Being kinder to yourself (Episode 305): https://ltamh.com/?p=18566 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, writer and counsellor plus the host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health, with new episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Buy my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Buy my Daily Affirmations tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #recurringarguments #betterrelationships #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #relationships #healthierrelationships #communication #handlingconflict