The F.A.S.T Movement

Gee Atkinson

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The F.A.S.T Movement

Breaking down stigmas around mental health, one conversation at a time. Hosted by Gee Atkinson, who is be joined by a variety of guests, as they speak openly and positively, about the experiences they’ve had. Together we’ll fight against suicidal thoughts.

04/22/2020

FAST podcast #12 I’m joined by musician Felicity Grant

On The FAST podcast #12 I’m joined by musician Felicity Grant. We talk about Fliss’ journey so far, starting from playing the lead role in the musical chitty chitty bang bang at just 10 years old for two years, to moving to London and back to Manchester creating her own music and performing. Fliss talks about how music has been the one thing that has always been maintained her brain throughout her life, and how writing music has been a way for Fliss to get her feelings out about certain situations/her way of journalling.

39 min
03/18/2020

FAST Podcast #11 I’m joined by events organiser Daisy Halsall

On the FAST Podcast #11 I’m joined by events organiser Daisy Halsall We talk about the decision to go to university straight after college and the positives and negatives of this. And how despite believing you will come out of university and get a job handed to you, this isn’t the case. We talk about the lows after finishing university when you’re struggling to find a job. Daisy opens up about how looking for a job made her feel, and the highs and lows of her journey so far.

1h 2m
01/22/2020

FAST Podcast #10 I’m joined by tattoo artist Zoe Blundell

On the FAST Podcast #10 I’m joined by tattoo artist Zoe blundell. We talk about Zoe’s journey on becoming a tattoo artist and working for herself. From quitting uni, to working in a job you don’t enjoy, to growing the confidence to follow your passion. We speak about recognising when you’re in a dark place and how important it is to take yourself away from social media when you need to. Zoe shares with us how important it is to believe in yourself, and to accept yourself for who you are. We talk about saying yes to opportunities which arise and how important it is to love what you do. So sit back, have a listen, get some tips on how to become a tattoo artist yourself, and remember how important it is to talk openly to those around you when you’re not in a good place.

1h 13m
07/27/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #9 I’m joined by wellbeing coach, mum and botanical planting events host Kate Moryoussef

On The FAST podcast #9 I’m joined by wellbeing coach, mum and botanical planting events host Kate Moryoussef. We talk about mindfulness exercises and the positive effect they can have if a daily basis. From talking a walk, staring a new hobby to watching a tea bag floating in water whilst making a cup of tea. Late talks about the effect a healthy, balanced diet can have on your mental health, and how the gut and the mind are connected. We speak about Kate’s mindfully botanical workshop she’s recently started, which is where I met Kate. Kate speaks about the importance of switching off, and making a conscious effort to remove technology from your life for parts of the day, to reconnect with those around you and yourself. We’re the FAST movement and together we’re fighting against suicidal thoughts.

49 min
07/03/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #8 I'm Joined by coach and motivational speaker Tim Roberts

On podcast #8 I speak with Tim Roberts. Tim is a coach, motivational speaker, husband and father. Tim speaks openly about being diagnosed with depression last year. Tim’s openness, and honesty about how he felt durning this time is both inspiring and moving and I hope will help others to speak openly about their experiences of mental health too. Tim talked about his story and mental health durning Mental health Awareness week last year in Manchester, to help raise awareness. It’s people like Tim who are able to share their stories with us that are helping make a difference. Tim speaks about how journalling had a positive impact on his mental health, and gave him clarity on how he was feeling. An exercise he recommends people try. The more we speak about mental health, the more we will break down the stigmas and fight against suicidal thoughts.

1h 22m
07/01/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #7 I'm Joined by entrepreneur Adam Kara

On podcast #7 I speak with my boss, Adam kara. Adam is an entrepreneur, a mentor, a husband and father… and a fantastic boss. Adam told his mate in the playground at the age of 15 he was going to become a millionaire when he was in his 30’s, a day before his 35th birthday he sold his business Learning Hero’s and become a millionaire, his next goal.. to become a billionaire. We speak about the good and bad sides of being an entrepreneur, and running your own business. Adam speaks openly about the struggles he’s faced and how he sometimes hits the self-destruct button when things get too much. We talk self-help books and the lessons he’s teaching his children to help shape them into the individuals they’re becoming. I’ll forever be grateful for having a boss like Adam. For the lessons I’m learning, the skills I’m developing and the person I’m becoming is down to the opportunities Adam has given me.

1h 1m
05/02/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #6 I'm Joined video producer by Zac Hancock

On Episode #6 I'm Joined by Zac Hancock We catch up after not seeing each other few a few years since with met in college, to talk about the journey we’ve had so far in life, and how Zacs landed the job he has today. We talk about Zac taking part in a charity boxing match, where he trained for 8 weeks before fighting, all to raise money for Cancer research, and we talk about how to keep positive, and why you should put yourself in situations which make you feel fear. Zac has always been someone who says yes to most things, we talk about how rewarding this can be and how it gets you closer to achieving the things you want in life. Zac mantra is to set goals. Having something to aim for, and knowing what you need to do to get there will give you the motivation to get up and work hard each day. We're the F.A.S.T movement, and together we're fighting against suicidal thoughts.

54 min
04/08/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #5 I'm Joined by marketer Lauren Evans

On Episode #5 I'm Joined by Lauren Evans We talk about how guided meditation has helped Lauren through times where she struggled with anxiety and was in a bad place. Lauren talks about how she uses meditation to be present, and to focus on the positive things in life. We talk about opening up about your emotions and how important it is to tell people if you're in a bad place. Lauren speaks about an exercise she did that really helped her - it involved writing down the things you want to let go of, for examples bad habits/her relationship wth food then you setting the list on fire. This exercise helped her let go of certain things. We're the F.A.S.T movement, and together we're fighting against suicidal thoughts.

43 min
03/17/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast - Intro

Hello and welcome to the fast podcast. A place where we aim to break down stigmas around mental health, one conversation at a time. Im Gee Atkinson, and each episode I’ll be joined by a special guest. We’ll tell stories, ask questions and speak openly about the experiences we’ve had. We’re the FAST Movement, and together we’ll fighting against suicidal thoughts. Head over to fast-movement.com to find out more!

1 min
03/17/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #4 I'm Joined by musician Seb Caddick

On Episode #4 I'm Joined by musician Seb Caddick We discuss quitting your job to go freelance, and the journey along the way. We speak about the stigmas attached to therapy, and what process you go through when diagnosed with anxiety and depression. We speak about the App fear tools and how it can help you through a thinking error, and we take away Sebs mantra of trying to focus on the things you’re good at. We're the F.A.S.T movement, and together we're fighting against suicidal thoughts.

55 min
02/26/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #3 I'm joined by model and fashion designer Tyla Kaur-Madeira

On Episode #3 I'm joined by model and fashion designer Tyla Kaur-Madeira. We discuss the pressure social media puts on us to look a certain way, and how dangerous it can be to compare yourself to people you follow online. We talk about the benefits of talking a walk and the different forms of meditation you can try. We're the F.A.S.T movement, and together we're fighting against suicidal thoughts.

46 min
02/06/2019

F.A.S.T Podcast #2 I'm joined by musician Ibuka

On episode #2 I'm joined by musician Ibuka. We speak about how writing lyrics becomes therapy. We say RIP to MySpace and remember the days of msn and ‘playing out’. We speak about the philosophical meditation an give you some advise on how to stay positive. Together we’ll fight against suicidal thoughts. We're the F.A.S.T movement, and together we're fighting against suicidal thoughts.

45 min

12 Episodes

Breaking down stigmas around mental health, one conversation at a time. Hosted by Gee Atkinson, who is be joined by a variety of guests, as they speak openly and positively, about the experiences they’ve had. Together we’ll fight against suicidal thoughts.

Creator

Gee Atkinson
Years Active

2019 - 2020
Episodes

12
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Gee Atkinson