Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler
HWOM with Dean Oliver. Opening up about mental health.
HWOM with Dean Oliver. Opening up about mental health.
HWOM with Dean Oliver. Opening up about mental health.
Thursday 31st March 2022
Join Stu and Phil on 'Henry Weston's Old Mate' as Dean Oliver opens up about his mental health struggles and the importance of breaking the stigma.
57 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
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Stuart Butler
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Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Relationships & Community
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Get the buttons here!Dean Oliver's Journey: Unpacking Mental Health on Henry Weston's Old Mate
It takes a lot to come on a podcast and share like Dean has so please understand that when listening. A huge step towards understanding mental health is raising awareness.
What does it mean to fit in? In this episode of 'Henry Weston's Old Mate', Stu and Phil sit down with Dean Oliver for a heartfelt chat about mental health. Dean takes us through his personal battles with societal expectations and the quest to find his place in the world. He opens up about the pressures of being a young man trying to be 'normal', and how becoming a father twice has shaped his mental health journey.
Balancing work and family life hasn't been easy for Dean, and he shares candidly about the struggles of keeping work stress from affecting his home life. It's a brave and honest conversation that sheds light on the often-hidden aspects of mental health. Dean's willingness to share his story helps to raise awareness and break down the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
He talks about his past self-destructive behaviors and how he's learned to manage his mental health better over the years. The episode is a blend of raw emotion and practical advice, highlighting the importance of friendship and support in overcoming mental health challenges. Tune in for an inspiring discussion that not only touches on the difficulties but also offers hope and strategies for anyone facing similar struggles.