'conversations with' Leah Charles King

"this is bipolar' unveils another power-packed episode, featuring Shaley Hoogendoorn and TV presenter and Ambassador @bipolar_uk, Leah Charles King. Embodying strength and resilience, both women share their personal battles with bipolar disorder and their commitment to shattering mental health stigma. In a discussion that is both heartbreaking and hopeful, they underscore the impact of bipolar disorder, harnessing their own experiences to educate and inspire. With additional focus on racial disparities in dealing with mental health, Leah emphasizes the need to address mental health issues regardless of colour or creed. From childhood struggles with feeling out of place to her challenges in navigating the entertainment industry and understanding her mental condition, this episode offers a raw, honest, and powerful look at Leah’s journey in dealing with bipolar disorder.
The episode also provides a heartfelt discussion about embracing life with bipolar disorder. By sharing their personal tales of trials and triumphs, Shaley and Leah remind everyone struggling with their mental health that there is a way to rebuild their life after diagnosis, and that having bipolar disorder doesn’t define one's life. They underline the importance of self-love, faith, perseverance, and maintaining a solid support system.
Most importantly, Leah highlights the way she dealt with her mood shifts - from extreme depression to euphoria - which marks her experience with bipolar disorder. She encourages others to understand and support mental health, emphasizing the power of faith and hope.Through a shared narrative and unique perspective, these women offer an enlightening discussion about bipolar disorder and mental health as they continue their most rewarding mission to smash the stigma of mental illness.
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Chapter Markers
00:04:20 Life Beyond the Bipolar Closet
00:09:23 Childhood Trauma & Early signs
00:14:03 From Girl Bands to Mental Health Advocacy
00:21:03 Strive for Excellence & Perfectionism
00:28:03 Finding Hope & Life After Diagnosis
A Few Things about Leah Charles-King:
Almost 20 years mainstream experience in the media industry alone
1000’s of hours of live unscripted TV presenting experience
Countless speaking engagements as a host for prestigious events nationwide
Produced and presented programs transmitted in Europe, USA and Africa
Seen by a combined estimated TV audience of over 200 million viewers worldwide
Producer credits for live and pre-recorded content for TV transmission
Presented and appeared on ITV, BBC, BET, The Disney Channel, MTV, Sky1 and more
Launched OHTV and BET International on UK television as their first on-screen talent
First and only black female CITV continuity presenter in its 35 year history
Has received 10 prestigious ‘Best Presenter” awards to date including Screen Nation
Accomplished Voice Over artist for TV, Radio and Online advertisements and campaigns
Corporate video presenter for high profile clients and brands
Backing Vocalist for the likes of George Michael, Andreas Bocelli and Mary J Blige
Female Activist for women in the creative industries with own initiative entitled “Wonder Women”; inspirational and networking events for International Women’s Month.
Has trained over 300 speakers and presenters at The Red Carpet Academy
Personal Mentor to young women aged 18-28 years by offering internships at The Red Carpet Academy
You can connect with Leah on her IG advocacy page @illuminatemh
#Bipolar #bipolarDisorder #mentalhealth #mentalillness

[@mentalhealthwithalana]

I loved this podcast! Such great topics ❤😊

[@dmgsoultogetherness6667]

the bpad journey can be brutal and unrelenting...but...things can still be achieved by those who suffer...give yourself the best chance possible....diet. meditation. sleep..interaction..support...exercise...its funny cos i was a uk r&b dj all through the 90s/2000s and used to get sent promo copies of vinyl and Kleshay were one of those uk soul groups that we used to push...

[@miffedbug]

One of my fave episodes so far. I’m not on instagram anymore because I find that social media isn’t the best for my mental health, but I’d love to get that list of 25 things if you could email or comment under this?