Trying to Be Strong? - E128

About this episode

John Borland and guest Isaac Perry discuss the impact of grief and the struggles of vulnerability in the face of personal challenges.

John is joined by special guest Isaac Perry to talk about how his response to losing his father as a teenager, years later led to a breakdown and suicidal thoughts. John and Isaac discuss the struggles of being vulnerable, how our desire to be strong and independent can cripple us, and how our desperation for a 'quick fix' can prevent us getting the help we really need. Isaac Perry is Senior Cost Manager based in West Yorkshire John Borland, Master Coach and 2x Author, shares real life conversations with real people, tackling life's real issues. Listen in to these unscripted, authentic and raw discussions between John and his guest, as they discuss their thoughts, feelings and experiences of life topics that affect each and every one of us. Full of insight, philosophies, mind-set, and life-changing thinking, this is a podcast for anyone interested in their own personal development, growing their awareness and discovering new ways of doing life better. This podcast will make you think differently.

People in this episode

Host: John Borland

Guest: Isaac Perry

Topics covered

• mental health
• vulnerability
• grief
• personal development
• suicidal thoughts

Keywords

• mental health
• grief
• vulnerability
• suicidal thoughts
• personal development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: West Yorkshire

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