Mental Health Awareness Week: A Conversation with Filmmaker and Storyteller Joy Brett

CONTENT WARNING

This episode contains conversation around difficult topics that some viewers/listeners may find distressing. Please read below for more detailed chapter descriptions and to make an informed decision on whether this episode is for you. If not, please take gentle care of yourself and I look forward to re-connecting with you next week.

Specific subjects discussed include: Generalised conversation around Mental Health, Bipolar Disorder, Brain Fog and Depression. If you're affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode, you can find support via the following links...

UK: https://www.helplines.org/helplines/

Worldwide: https://www.helpguide.org/find-help

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this inspiring interview, Joy Brett shares her journey as a filmmaker, storyteller, and mental health advocate. Perfectly timed for Mental Health Awareness Week, Joy discusses her creative process, the importance of authenticity, and how her experiences with mental health shape her work and life.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Joy Brett and Her Journey

03:11 The Empathic Connection: Understanding Emotions

05:53 The Role of Animals in Emotional Well-being

09:03 Navigating Social Connections and Anxiety

11:50 Mental Health Awareness

18:05 The Impact of Therapy on Personal Growth

23:58 Sharing Mental Health Stories Online

26:38 Navigating Neurodivergence and Human Connection

29:13 Understanding Brain Fog and Its Impact

32:36 Managing Memory and Organization Strategies

36:23 The Burden and Gift of Empathy

39:32 Redefining Success in the Creative Industry

42:45 Passion Projects and Personal Fulfillment

51:20 The Importance of Mental Health AwarenessABOUT JOY BRETTJoy Brett is a filmmaker, storyteller, and the founder of Eureka Creative - a media agency dedicated to helping brands and thought leaders show up, level up, and share their unique stories. An award-winning director, Joy was recognised with the Mike Newell Award for Directing at the Visions Film Festival 2023, as well as the Creative Entrepreneurship Award at the Flare Enterprise Awards 2024. She is passionate about opening up conversations often left out of entrepreneurship - speaking candidly about living with borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eureka_creative_

Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCT3whPV9j_od6DHXG0UrA

Website: https://www.eurekacreative.co.ukABOUT TIGZ RICE

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