In our fourth episode of this series we will be talking to you about body image, shame and mental health. Frances Shilito, a make up artist to the stars and eating disorders advisor discusses her experience of negative body image, anxiety and what society needs to do to reduce pressures put on young people today. Our expert Antonis Kousoulis will then discuss the findings of our UK wide ‘Body image survey and report’. Danny Bowman then talks about his own experience of body image issues, shame and how this manifested in an obsession with selfies and poor mental health. Our expert Jane Caro then explains what shame is and why it can impact our mental health. We finish the episode with a chat between two friends at the Mental Health Foundation; Linda and Bethan, who discuss practical ways to improve how you think and feel about your body.**Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe**(Apologies for the fizzy background we are working on the sound 😊)What is the Mental Health Foundation Feature Podcast?It is a podcast series that brings a range of mental health topics to you. We invite people to come on the show and talk about their own mental health experiences, experts to explain the what’s, why’s and how’s of mental health and end the show with tips about managing your mental health day to day.Who’s on the show today?Podcast host: Bethan Buswell - Digital Engagement Officer, Mental Health Foundation: www.mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/peop…ethan-buswellPodcast editor: Tim Butcher - film-maker, writer and producer - www.timbutcher.co.uk/Personal story: Frances ShilitoMental health expert: Dr. Antonis Kousoulis - Director of England and Wales, Mental Health Foundation: www.mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/peop…nis-kousoulisPersonal story: Danny Bowman Mental health expert: Jane Caro – Programmes Lead, Families, Children and Young People & Psychotherapist https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/about-us/people/jane-caroMental health tips guest: Linda Liao - Digital Manager, Mental Health FoundationPodcast notes: Stories:France’s story: how I think and feel about my body – https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/stories/frances-story-how-i-think-and-feel-about-my-bodyDanny’s story: a fixation on body image and deep feelings of shame - https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/stories/dannys-story-fixation-body-image-and-deep-feelings-shameMental Health Awareness Week body image stories: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/mental-health-awareness-week/storiesCampaigns:Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 campaign. ‘Body image – how we think and feel about our bodies’ https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/mental-health-awareness-weekReports:Body image: research report - https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/body-image-report/exec-summaryGuides:Body image: Tips for you - https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/body-image-report/tipsHow to look after your mental health using exercise: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/how-to-using-exerciseShame:Brene Brown: Listening to shame: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psN1DORYYV0&feature=youtu.beFind out more about the Mental Health Foundation: Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk/ Instagram: instagram.com/mentalhealthfoundation/ Facebook: facebook.com/mentalhealthfoundation/ Twitter: twitter.com/mentalhealthGet in touch with us: contactus@mentalhealth.org.ukOur podcast is also available on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mental-health-foundation-podcasts/id665005881**Remember to rate, like, review and subscribe**HelplinesIf you need someone to talk to then Samaritans are available on 116 123 (UK) for free, 24/7. They are there to talk to, listen and they won't judge or tell you what to do.If you want to speak to a trained eating disorder helpline support worker then you can call Beat's helpline on 0808 801 0711 (UK) they are open 365 days of the year 12pm - 6pm Mon - Fri and 4pm - 8pm weekends and bank holidays.
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