Conversation with Angie & Mike
Conversation with Angie & Mike is a Podcast & Vlog with interesting people from all walks of life. We discuss everything and anything, usually touching on Mental Health as both Mike & Angie are Trustees of Somewhere House Somerset, a mental health counselling charity based in Somerset, England.
Conversation with Angie & Mike
Managing Chronic Illness, Recovery and Finding Fulfillment | Julie Bloor
Summary
Julie discusses her journey of recovery, her struggles with addiction and illness, and her decision to move back to Manchester. She reflects on her identity crisis, the importance of acceptance, and the challenges of change. Julie also opens up about her experiences with Crohn's disease and the impact it has had on her life. She shares her thoughts on the stigma surrounding bowel issues and the need for more open conversations. Julie concludes by expressing her hopes for the future and her desire to give back to the community.
Keywords
recovery, addiction, illness, identity crisis, acceptance, change, Crohn's disease, stigma, bowel issues, hope, community
Chapters
00:00 Introductions and Background
02:15 Desire to Return to Manchester
09:19 Identity Crisis and Need for Belonging
13:06 Challenges of Change and Acceptance
25:41 The Stigma of Bowel Issues
29:07 The Role of Therapy Dogs and Support
32:09 Reflecting on Achievements and Future Hopes
Keywords
recovery, addiction, illness, identity crisis, acceptance, change, Crohn's disease, stigma, bowel issues, hope, community