The MTU Wellbeing Podcast Thomas Broderick

Key Discussion Points and Time Stamps:

 1. 20  - Introductions, Niall McNamee and Michael Guerin
 4.00    -  What is Problem Gambling, what are the challenges of gambling
5.20     - People get addicted to the ritual of speculating money
7. 45      - Niall tells his story from gambling a few bets to losing up to €250,000
18.45   - Niall talks about his low self esteem, negative self talk and how he couldn't see a way out when in the mod
21.40   - Niall talks about the arrogance of winning, how to guard against showing     off and how unattractive trait this is
24.30  - Michael talks about responsible gambling, the increase in young people gambling online and some of the signs and symptoms to look out for.
29.00 -  Michael reminds us that problematic gamblers are in closer proximity to us then we realise
30. 35  - Michael makes the clear distinction  between problem gambling and responsible gambling with the question; Am I using gambling as a distraction or a method to absolve myself from contemplating things that might be bothering me?
32.50 -  Michael talks about the transitioning time for students is such a challenging time with increased stress
35.00  - Niall reminds students how he gambling helped him switch off from the world and forget the problems to take time to be aware of your thoughts
 40.00 - Niall reinforces the message that  when you are problem gambling you need to get help and talks about going to the Rutland Centre in Dublin for help
 44 .10  Niall talks about the importance of going to meetings and surrounding yourself with good people
 46.05- Michael talks about how we need to foster a culture where it is acceptable to come forward provide opportunities for individuals to do so
48 .30  Students Questions Answered- Niall and Michael answer students questions and give some very good advice for a friend who might be concerned about someone else
1. hr 2 min - Michael finishes off the podcast by highlighting the importance of problem gamblers finding answers  through dialogue and telling them not to be afraid to come forward
1 hour 3 mins 30  Niall finishes by sharing the magical feelings of opening up and getting help while encouraging students to get help also


Links and Supports

https://gamblingcare.ie/

National Helpline No. 1800 936 725

Student Counselling Cork Campus:
https://www.mycit.ie/counselling 

Student Counselling Kerry Campus: 
https://www.ittralee.ie/en/InformationFor/CurrentStudents/StudentLife/StudentSupportServices/StudentCounsellor/ 

Part Time Course for Counselors, Health Care and Social Care Staff which is a  collaborative development between Munster Technological University and Cuan Mhuire/Galilee House of Studies. 
https://www.mtu.ie/courses/tlhgamau/ 

FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM: mtu_wellbeinghub

Time Stamps                             
                                                               Introduction to the Student Engagement Office
      | 02:20  | 5 key services that the AnSEO Student Engagement Office have to offer
                                                             
                                                               What you have to look forward to in MTU
    | 13:20  | Staff support and Engaging in all aspects of university life
    | 15:45  | the sense of community, engaging with clubs and societies
    | 18:55  |  You deserve your place, its a fresh Start, it will take time to  settle in, Ask for  help
                                                                Managing  your wellbeing as a student
   | 24:15  |  balance,  plan my weeks, going to the gym in the MTU Arena
     | 26:48| Take 20, helps me switch off and have have a pair fresh eyes
                                          Sunday for me is the rest day

                                                                Overcoming Challenges as a student
  | 29:49  |  "its always hard at the beginning and gets better with time"
| 33:01  |  Finding friends and time management, meal prep- do shopping - "Whiteboard Wisdom"

                                                             Guests Golden Nugget
   | 37:51  | Get out of your comfort zone
   | 39;14  | Golden Nugget-enjoy your time, ask for help
    | 42:30 | Golden Nugget - get the edge award, get to know the staff

Email:     roisin.ogrady@mtu.ie

                                                           Useful Links:

AnSEO Student Engagement Office- https://linktr.ee/mtuanseo

The MTU Wellbeing Hub- Instagram         mtu_wellbeinghub

Students Union:                                     https://linktr.ee/mtucsu

Student Counseling:                         https://www.mycit.ie/counselling 

In this episode I talk to Jack Cooney, Player Development Lead with the GAA.

Jack has played, coached and managed at elite level in the GAA. He also has a Sport and Exercise Science degree and Masters in Sports Performance from University of Limerick. He is currently doing his Professional Doctorate in Elite Performance in Dublin City University.

On this episode Jack shares his insights and experiences in how he supports young athletes in sport. His positive attitude towards sport, young people and how he looks at things from their perspective is refreshing to hear. He talks about his belief in creating a fun and challenging environment where players are "leaders and/or learners". His passion and enthusiasm for sport is evident throughout this conversation.  If you play sport or coach at any level this podcast is worth 40 minutes of your time.

Time stamps:
5:00 – Jack developed interest in coaching and completed a part-time sports science degree and full-time Masters at UL

6:50 – Importance of things other than ‘winning’ in sport, how sport helps with personal evolution and self-reflection
12:15 – There will be tough times during sport, don’t forget the reason why you started playing sport
14:00 – Important to find a balance for young people between college and sport 
14:35 – Have honest conversations with Coach about stress levels, balancing time, etc. 
22:10 – Coaches have a strong impact on athletes 
24: 50 – Characteristics for athlete: willingness to learn, leader or learner, physical and psychological resilience, effort, look for small steps  
31:15 – Importance of having a plan and purpose in order to work towards something

On today's episode I am joined by clinical psychologist Mark Smyth.  We talk about the new mental health initiative from the HSE. We also discuss the challenges that you, the students are facing on a daily basis and Mark provides some practical suggestions as to how to look after yourself. We discuss areas including; talking about your challenges, social anxiety, focusing your attention, getting the right balance and getting the support when you need it. We also have a  conversation on sports performers and wellbeing where Mark shares some thoughts from his work with Rugby Players Ireland. I loved having this conversation with Mark and I hope you enjoy it too.

You get Mark on Twitter:  @psychpolis  and he is definitely worth a follow.

Time Stamps
4:30 | Description of the HSE campaign designed around your mental health
4:50 | Information about the key aspects of mental health: ongoing stress, low mood, anxiety and sleep patterns
6:00 | How important is your sleep?- recharging the batteries
9:50 | What are what-if thoughts? What do they mean?
15:05 | Being afraid to speak about emotions with others, thinking it is a burden on other people- have a conversation with someone
19:05 | Self-reflection/Addressing issues e.g., how did my anxiety feel last semester?
20:00 | Your Health Balance Sheet-what are you putting in and what are you taking out?
21:40 | How do you goal-set realistically?
22:30|  Put something in your diary that you enjoy doing
27:55:00 | What are you thinking about when you are anxious Vs What are other people thinking about?
32:15:00 | Am I paying attention to too many things at once?
33:55| Be fair to yourself
35:20| Sports People (Rugby Players) and Wellbeing
38:31|  Scholar Athletes and Wellbeing- sometimes good is good enough
41:20| Seek more support when you need to

Links:
HSE Website:               www.yourmentalhealth.ie 

Cork Campus
Student Counseling:        http://www.mycit.ie/counselling
Email Cork :   counselling.admincork@mtu.ie 
Phone:  021 4335772 / 087 7688657

Kerry Campus
Email Kerry:                   supportserviceskerry@mtu.ie 
Phone:                               066 7191688/7191722

General
Text 50808  Crisis Helpline https://text50808.ie/
Speak Out in MTU         http://www.mycit.ie/counselling/speak-out

Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mtu_wellbeinghub/ 

 On today's podcast I talk to Mary Crilly from the Sexual Violence Centre and of Safe Gigs. We chat about the safe gigs and spiking campaigns.  Mary shares her stories from over  40 years of her work in the sexual violence centre. The purpose of this episode is to raise awareness particularly at this time of year which typically sees an increase in sexual assaults on nights out. Mary also talks about how we should "call each other out and check in with our friends on nights out. She advocates for a zero tolerance policy towards in MTU. We highlight the active consent campaign and the other work being done in MTU to raise awareness. This episode discusses themes that some listeners will find upsetting. We have included links in the show notes where students can go to get support if needed.

Important Links

Sexual Violence Centre 
Phone  - 1800-496-496  Text  087 1533 393   Email   info@sexualviolence.ie Safe Gigs 
https://www.safegigs.ie/home
https://www.safegigs.ie/spiking

Active Consent
https://www.consenthub.ie/consent/ 

Supports in MTU Cork
http://www.mycit.ie/counselling   
Email us at : counselling.admincork@mtu.ie   
Call us  021 4335772 / 087 7688657

Support in MTU Kerry
Email us at supportserviceskerry@mtu.ie
Call us 066 7191688/7191722

Speak Out in MTU         http://www.mycit.ie/counselling/speak-out

Helpline
Text "Hello" to 50808  Crisis Helpline 
https://text50808.ie/  
 

Show Notes
Introduction to podcast                                                                       00:00 -  02:00
Introduction of Guests and SU Roles                                           02:00: - 08:40

What should students be looking forward to in MTU?    0 8:40 -  13:32
 Key Messages
 ready to make a fresh start, get involved in clubs and societies  enjoy your time as part of the MTU community embrace the change and allow things to flow the possiblities and opportunities that might come your way opportunity to be who you want to be don’t let anyone dull your sparkle  Challenges that students should be aware off?  13:32 -  20:20
Key Messages
  first time on your own so there will be a challenge of adjusting to the change   the size of the campus, everyone is there to help you, don’t be afraid to ask for help  having nerves, 1st day jitters, everyone is in the same boat What is your golden nugget for students to take away?  20:20 - 33:50
Key Messages
Get involved in more stuff in the college while not over committing  Don’t be a sheep- do what you want to do, it goes by very quicklyTake your time to adjusting to college, don’t be too hard on yourself, go to as many lectures as you can  Campaigns/Event you should be aware of as a student.  33:50
Safety Week, SHAG Week, Exam De Stress WeekClass RepLinks

The MTU Wellbeing Hub- Instagram         mtu_wellbeinghub

Students Union
Students Union Website:             https://www.mtucorksu.ie/
President’s email:                              supresidentcork@mtu.ie
Education email:                                 sueducationcork@mtu.ie
Welfare email:                                     suwelfarecork@mtu.ie
Instagram page:                                  mtu_corksu
Linktree:                                               https://linktr.ee/mtucsu

Student Counseling:                       https://www.mycit.ie/counselling

Student Engagement:                     https://studentengagement.cit.ie/anseo

Student Services:                             https://www.cit.ie/studentlife.studentsupportservices