The loudest person in the room can be the one struggling the most, and James is brave enough to say that out loud. We talk about growing up in Clondalkin, the pressure to stay the funny one, and what it feels like when your mental health quietly collapses behind a big personality. James shares the moment he asked to be brought to hospital because he didn’t feel safe with his own thoughts, and why getting counselling was the first real step back towards himself. From there, we get into adult ADHD in Ireland, including the relief of finally being diagnosed, the reality of crashes after periods of high energy, and the practical barriers that don’t get discussed enough: assessment costs, limited supports, and the ongoing price of ADHD medication and prescriptions. If you’ve ever searched for ADHD diagnosis Ireland, ADHD medication cost, or mental health support Dublin, you’ll hear the human story behind those phrases. Faith brings her own powerful perspective from Sheriff Street and East Wall, including childhood anxiety, depression, and what it’s like to rely on sertraline while pregnant and still try to protect your peace. Together, we also speak openly about toxic relationships and domestic violence, how manipulation works, why people stay, and what it takes to leave. We finish with the joys and chaos too: meeting on First Dates Ireland, a surprise pregnancy, dealing with online trolling, and planning a future that actually feels safe. If this conversation helps you, share it with one person who needs it, subscribe for more, and leave a review so more people in Ireland can find these stories. What part of James and Faith’s journey did you relate to most? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
