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The home of Let's Chat Derbyshire Podcast, hosted by Derbyshire's mental health and suicide prevention team. Join us for discussions with a range of people about mental health, suicide prevention and neurodiversity.

  1. Ep. 37. Let's Chat How Music Saved My Life

    24 MAR

    Ep. 37. Let's Chat How Music Saved My Life

    In this powerful and emotional episode, we sit down with singer and content creator  ⁨@paigeleighofficial⁩  as she opens up about one of the most difficult experiences in her life – the loss of her aunt. Paige shares her honest journey through grief, depression, anxiety, and the dissociation she experienced following her loss. She speaks openly about how this period affected her mental health and how she slowly began to navigate life again. Music became a powerful outlet during this time. Paige explains how singing helped her process emotions that were difficult to put into words, and how sharing her performances on TikTok has allowed her to connect with people passing by who may also be carrying hidden struggles of their own. Through music, conversation, and staying active, Paige found ways to cope and begin healing. Her story is a reminder that grief can take many forms, and that support, creativity, and connection can make a difference. Support resources: Alcohol & addiction supportDerbyshire Recovery Partnershiphttps://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/services/drugs-and-alcohol-support/derbyshire-recovery-partnershipBereavement support Cruse Bereavement Supporthttps://www.cruse.org.uk Suicide bereavement supportHarmlesshttps://harmless.org.uk Follow Paige Leigh: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@paigeleighofficial Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paigeleighofficial/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/p/Paige-Leigh-Official-61552912648317/ Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7pP59fTdYeceWYMBWBIVIRMusic credit:Song: “Night Changes” – One Direction Written by Jamie Scott, John Ryan, Julian Bunetta & Niall Horan Cover performed by Paige Leigh (used with permission)

    36 min
  2. 24 FEB

    Ep 36 Let's Chat Mental Health and Growing up on Gamesley with Tom

    Let’s Chat Derbyshire is a community-driven podcast sharing real stories from real people across Derbyshire and the High Peak — conversations about mental health, resilience, community, and growth.In the latest episode, we speak with Tom, a proud Gamesley resident, who opens up about growing up on an isolated estate in the High Peak and the challenges that came with it. Tom reflects honestly on how environmental and personal factors impacted his mental health, including periods of substance use and hitting his lowest points.Now on the other side of that journey, Tom is a passionate community advocate. He is the Chair of Gamesley FC, a trustee of the Gamesley Community Centre, and a volunteer with LET’S Talk, a men’s peer-support group on the estate that provides a safe space for men to connect, talk openly, and support one another. The group also runs walks and retreats aimed at improving wellbeing and reducing isolation.This episode is about transformation — how a local man rebuilt his life, prioritised his mental health, and now gives back to his community by supporting young people, creating opportunities, and helping others feel less alone.We also reference Matt’s podcast episode, which connects closely to the themes discussed:👉 https://spoti.fi/3MattEp🔗 Support & Community LinksLET’S Talk Men’s Support Group: https://bit.ly/LETSTalkMensGamesley Community Centre: https://bit.ly/GamesleyCommunityCrowdfunder – Road to the World Cup (Football Pitches): https://bit.ly/GamesleyFCFundMental Health Support (Derbyshire): https://dccmhsp.com/Information

    53 min

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