In the first section, hosts Finn Roberts (special guest appearance), Sam Roberts and Richie Whelan explore the challenges of remote podcasting, the impact of rising costs on small businesses, and share personal stories including a memorable birthday celebration and a trip to Riga. They also discuss innovative mental health solutions like Sammy the Seal and reflect on the delays in neurodivergent assessments.

In the second section, Darryl Craig shares his inspiring journey from childhood trauma and near-suicide, to founding the Phoenix Project, helping others through lived experience and mental health advocacy. This episode explores trauma, resilience, and the power of authentic connection.

Please send your questions, feedback, suggestions, or anything else to

mindsonthemersey@gmail.co.uk

The podcast website is https://www.mindsonthemersey.co.uk

Phoenix Project Website - https://www.fynix.org.uk

StepChange Debt Charity - https://www.stepchange.org/

Sammy the Seal - BBC Article - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx219vd5721o?at_campaign=latest_from_your_followed_topics&at_link_origin=for_you_content&at_medium=BBC_Products

Darryl Craigs book, The Architect of Scars - https://amzn.eu/d/0aJc18kb

Jade Roberts Project - https://www.thejaderobertsproject.co.uk/

Sole Survivor PTSD Support - https://ptsdsupport.co.uk/