This episode was originally released on June 10 2023- Daniel knows violence. Whether it was street violence, drug violence or his time spent as a medic in the military, he knows violence. Returning home from Iraq, lost and suffering with PTSD, he fell back into his old ways. Lucky for Daniel he met someone with the patience, empathy and love to help him turn his life around. Even while in the midst of severe alcohol addiction, it seemed Daniel was on the path to stability, when suddenly...

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This episode was originally released April 29th 2023. Agata wants the option to die with dignity. Living with anorexia for most of her life, Agata is tired of suffering. She applied to be MAiD ( medical assistance in dying) for her mental illness. Canada passed Bill C-39 in January allowing people to apply for MAiD for mental health reasons, only to withdrawal the bill a month later. Agata has applied for MAiD but is now in limbo waiting for the government to pass the bill once again. We discuss why Agata applied and her experience with anorexia. Since this episode originally aired, this bill has been put on hold.

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE suicide, depression, trauma, anorexia, eating disorders,

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Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

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Will Craig is a returning guest, great guy and my friend. Over the years Will has gone from a blogger to an advocate, author, and mental health podcaster. In this episode we discuss the emotional weight of helping others in the mental health space, personal growth, the journey of progress over perfection, and the challenges of navigating ego and humility. We also delve into the complexities of societal expectations surrounding masculinity.

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Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

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Brooks parents, uncle and aunt were murdered by a cousin when she was only two. There’s more to this story but I’ll let Brook tell it. Beyond the tragic day we discuss impact of mental health on family dynamics, Brook's journey into social work, and her unique perspective on life shaped by these events. Brook also talks about her career in hairdressing and how she integrates her mental health knowledge into her work, where she often engages in deep conversations with clients, many of whom are therapists themselves. She reflects on her diagnoses of complex PTSD and ADHD, her journey of uncovering the truth about her past, and her understanding of denial in others. We also discuss the role of dark humor as a coping mechanism and reflect on the significance of Mother's Day in Brook's life.

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE murder, suicide, violence, mental illness, reactive attachment, PTSD, trauma, ADHD

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Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

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Part 2 of 2 - Raised in the Mormon faith as a gay male, Sean struggled with acceptance at a young age. From there Sean Hemeon shares his tumultuous journey through addiction and drug dealing, revealing the allure of the underbelly of society and the consequences that followed. He discusses the thrill of engaging in a dangerous lifestyle, the gradual descent into addiction, and the pivotal moments that led to his arrest and the realization of the impact of his choices. How is he alive and not in prison today? What was the turning point for Sean? Please contact Sean on his website www.seanhemeon.com and watch for his new book The Good Little Drug Lord to be released soon!

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Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

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Thank you to BLEAV podcast network!

Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks

Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here

And a big thank you to Carey Hyndman and Sonia Wiggins!

Part 1 of 2 - Raised in the Mormon faith as a gay male, Sean struggled with acceptance at a young age. From there Sean Hemeon shares his tumultuous journey through addiction and drug dealing, revealing the allure of the underbelly of society and the consequences that followed. He discusses the thrill of engaging in a dangerous lifestyle, the gradual descent into addiction, and the pivotal moments that led to his arrest and the realization of the impact of his choices. How is he alive and not in prison today? What was the turning point for Sean? Listen next week to part 2 to find out! Please contact Sean on his website www.seanhemeon.com and watch for his new book The Good Little Drug Lord to be released soon!

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Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet!

Thank you to BLEAV podcast network!

Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks

Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here

And a big thank you to Carey Hyndman and Sonia Wiggins!

AmandaGrace Krier is a mental health advocate, particularly for youth. Amanda shares her personal journey with mental health struggles, including her experiences with disabilities and the impact of her cousin's suicide on her advocacy work. We explore the significance of self-care, support systems, stigma, and the role of organizations like the Sean Flynn Foundation in raising awareness about mental health issues, including CTE. AmandaGrace explains the need for more accessible services and the role of lived experience in supporting others. You can follow AmandaGrace on Instagram @noshameinbrainpain and apply for the Sean Flynn Memorial Scholarship Fund https://bold.org/scholarships/sean-flynn-memorial-scholarship/

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE depression, suicide, grief, ADHD, PMDD

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Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

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Thank you to BLEAV podcast network!

Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks

Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here

And a big thank you to Carey Hyndman and Sonia Wiggins!

Renee Swanson is the charming host of The Covert Narcissist Podcast. We discuss the complexities of narcissism, undiagnosed ADHD, addiction, emotional dysregulation and how they may look the same but are very different. Renee explains the differences between overt and covert narcissism, the impact on their relationships and the impact on children raised in such environments. Can narcissistic traits manifest in everyone? Is your partner a covert narcissist? Better yet, are you a covert narcissist? Look for more information on Renee’s website covertnarcissism.com and on her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@cngreneeswanson or listen on Applepodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-covert-narcissism-podcast/id1566895530

Please go to www.bunnyhugspodcast.com to find all my social media links, merch store, my children’s book, buy me a coffee and more!

Bunny Hugs and Mental Health is currently on the Top Ten Best Canadian Mental Health Podcasts list!

And the Top 100 Best Mental Health Podcasts on the internet!

Thank you to BLEAV podcast network!

Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks

Please donate to Cornwall Alternative School here

And a big thank you to Carey Hyndman and Sonia Wiggins!