Green Sunrise Podcast

Paul C Quinn

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greensunrise/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greensunrise/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greensunrise/subscribe GREEN SUNRISE PODCAST Brought to you by Paul Charlie Bhoy Quinn The MISSION here at Green Sunrise We want to empower anyone who is living with mental health needs and step by step forward plan towards a brighter future, to improve health and mental wellbeing and to connect people with every service available. Our main goal is to work with individuals in a dark place bringing them towards a lighter future. You are Green Sunrise

  1. JAN 27

    C'mon The Mental Health Podcast

    ⚠️ Wee technical hiccup at the start — StreamYard decided Brian Mitchell was the main character for the first 15 minutes 😅Stick with it though, the conversation really flows once we get going.After a wee technical hiccup at the start (live podcasting at its finest 😅), this episode turns into a powerful, honest and heartfelt conversation about mental health in football.Too often, footballers and fans alike are expected to be tough, resilient, and unaffected by what life throws at them. But behind the noise, the pressure, and the passion of the game are real people navigating real struggles.In this episode, we’re joined by Keith from C’mon the Hoops, who speaks openly and bravely about his own experiences with mental health — how it affected him, how he faced it, and what helped him keep going. His honesty is a reminder of how powerful it can be when people share their stories without fear or judgement.We also take time to reflect on the wider mental health landscape in football, including the current situation involving Bobo Baldé, who is receiving care in a psychiatric ward. Rather than speculate or sensationalise, we approach this with empathy, dignity, and compassion. Seeking professional help is not a failure — it’s a vital step towards recovery.Players like Paul Gascoigne remind us how fame, pressure, and unresolved trauma can collide when support systems aren’t strong enough — and why conversations around mental health, aftercare, and stigma in football still matter deeply.Adding to the warmth of this episode, we’re joined by Boab, making a special appearance from our very first-ever Green Sunrise Podcast studio chat. His visit is a beautiful reminder of where this journey began and the community that has grown alongside it.Me, Brian Mitchell, Keith, and Boab share a genuine, open and respectful conversation — one rooted in understanding, lived experience, and the belief that talking openly can help others feel less alone.This episode isn’t about gossip. It’s about connection, compassion, and changing how we talk about mental health — in football and beyond.If you or someone you know is struggling, please know support is available and it’s okay to reach out.#MentalHealth#Loneliness#YouAreNotAlone#RealTalk#SpeakUp

    51 min
  2. 11/17/2025

    "Rest, Recover, REM and Rise Again"

    Lets look at self care, self compassion and why we need to seriously look at REM sleep. Turn your mobile off and read a book, right now I have 4 books open and I need to pick up the fckn book. I've just turned 46 and I have 3 jobs of which I have accepted, 3 jobs I need to be switched on and use my mental energy. 10 Ways to Improve REM Sleep Keep a consistent sleep schedule – going to bed and waking up at the same time trains your brain to enter deeper sleep cycles. Wind down slowly for 30–60 minutes – dim lights, avoid heavy conversations, and switch off stimulation. Reduce screen use 1 hour before bed – blue light delays REM sleep by messing with melatonin. Avoid eating too late – especially heavy or spicy foods that can disrupt the deep sleep stages before REM starts. Cut caffeine after mid-afternoon – caffeine stays in your system for hours and reduces REM. Stay hydrated earlier in the day – dehydration disrupts sleep, but drinking too late wakes you up. Limit alcohol – it knocks you out but blocks REM; that’s why you feel mentally foggy the next day. Create a cooler sleep environment – around 18°C helps your body fall into deeper sleep cycles quicker. Get morning light exposure – sunlight early in the day resets your internal clock and improves REM at night. Add light physical activity daily – walking (you already do 25k steps!) boosts sleep pressure and helps the brain enter REM. Emotional reset – REM sleep processes stress and trauma, helping you respond instead of react. Better decision-making – the brain does its best problem-solving during REM. Sharper memory – REM strengthens your ability to recall important information and conversations. More patience and emotional control – you're less snappy, less overwhelmed, and more stable. Reduced anxiety – REM clears “emotional residue” from the day, lowering overall stress. Improved confidence – better sleep gives you clarity and presence, which makes you feel more in control. Stronger motivation – REM boosts dopamine regulation, making it easier to stay on track with goals. Better self-awareness – you can see patterns in your behaviour and change them. Healthier reactions to conflict – small issues won’t trigger massive emotional spirals. More energy for life – when you feel energized, everything—work, relationships, fitness—becomes more manageable. Better REM sleep = better mental clarity, stronger mood control, stronger motivation. When your brain rests properly, your life stops feeling like firefighting and starts feeling manageable.

    13 min

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greensunrise/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greensunrise/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greensunrise/subscribe GREEN SUNRISE PODCAST Brought to you by Paul Charlie Bhoy Quinn The MISSION here at Green Sunrise We want to empower anyone who is living with mental health needs and step by step forward plan towards a brighter future, to improve health and mental wellbeing and to connect people with every service available. Our main goal is to work with individuals in a dark place bringing them towards a lighter future. You are Green Sunrise