The Borderline Podcast

The Weight of Intrusive Thoughts - From Self Talk to Steroids

Summary
In this solo cast of the Borderline Podcast, Andrew Willox reflects on his mental health journey, discussing the challenges of medication, the impact of intrusive thoughts, and the struggles with body image and gym motivation. He candidly shares his experiences with anxiety, the importance of self-reflection, and the complexities of steroid use in pursuit of fitness goals. In this conversation, Andrew Willox shares his personal experiences with steroid and SARM use, discussing the physical and mental impacts of these substances. He reflects on his journey through strength gains, the challenges of mental health, and the obsession with body image that often accompanies bodybuilding. Andrew emphasizes the importance of blood work, the risks associated with performance-enhancing drugs, and the need for a balanced diet for overall well-being.
 

World Mental Health Day 2024

Host Andrew Willox delivers a powerful message on World Mental Health Day 2024  to anyone who is struggling with poor mental health. 

Meditate with me - An Introduction to Self Awareness & Guided Meditation

In this special episode, host Andrew Willox offers an introduction to guided meditation and offers questions to help the listener become more self aware. We start with a body scan, acknowledging any physical pain before allowing the brain to delve into a deep state of relaxation.
 
Disclaimer: If you are susceptible to traumatic thoughts which may invoke a poor mental wellbeing then you are advised not to participate in this episode.

A Year to Reflect

Summary
In this episode of the Borderline Podcast, host Andrew Willox reflects on the past year of podcasting, sharing insights on personal growth, mental health, and the importance of open conversations. He discusses the impact of the podcast on his life, the significance of community and connection, and the need to break the silence surrounding mental health issues. Andrew emphasizes the emptiness associated with depression, the global nature of mental health challenges, and the role of spirituality and self-honesty in healing.
 
In this reflective conversation, Andrew Willox discusses the profound impact of spirituality on mental health, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself. He shares his journey with the podcast, highlighting the growth and challenges faced along the way. Andrew reflects on the emotional toll of podcasting, the validation received from listeners, and the excitement for future episodes and guests. Ultimately, he expresses a sense of optimism and personal growth, hoping to inspire others through his experiences.
 

Chris Terzakos - A Warrior for Change

Summary
In this episode of the Borderline Podcast, Chris Terazakis shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood in New York City to becoming a successful leader in construction and an author of three impactful books. He discusses the importance of resilience, leadership, and mentorship, as well as his personal experiences with overcoming adversity. Chris also delves into his self-healing journey from a hernia, the significance of maintaining healthy testosterone levels, and the role of nutrition in overall well-being. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of mental health and self-love, encouraging listeners to pursue their goals and not let negativity deter them.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Chris Terazakis04:49 From Baseball Dreams to Construction Leadership10:11 The Impact of Leadership and Mentorship14:50 Overcoming Adversity: The Story Behind the Books20:03 Self-Healing: Hernia Without Surgery30:07 Natural Testosterone After 60: A Personal Journey40:09 The Importance of Nutrition and Lifestyle50:07 Mental Health and Testosterone: Breaking the Stigma55:05 Final Thoughts and Life Lessons
 
Keywords
Chris Terazakos, leadership, resilience, mental health, testosterone, self-healing, nutrition, adversity, personal growth, podcast
 
 

Understanding Burnout & Neuroplastic Pain with Gabby Wnek

This week on The Borderline Podcast:
Gabby Wnek, a mental health therapist and life coach specializing in fatigue, burnout, and anxiety, shares her personal experience with burnout and chronic pain. She discusses the reasons why humans exceed the point of fatigue and go into burnout, including overachieving and perfectionism. Gabby explains that burnout is a prolonged state of stress that leads to physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion, detachment, cynicism, and high levels of stress and anxiety. She also highlights the connection between burnout and insomnia, as well as the mind-body connection in experiencing physical pain. Gabby emphasizes the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and seeking support to recover from burnout. In this conversation, Gabby Wnek and Andrew Willox discuss the topic of burnout and its impact on mental health. They explore the cycles of burnout and the common issues that clients face when trying to break free from these cycles. They also discuss the long-term health risks associated with burnout, such as anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, and digestive issues. Gabby shares her personal journey of overcoming burnout and how she now helps others through coaching. They emphasize the importance of talking about mental health and seeking support, as well as the power of relating to others who have experienced similar struggles.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background03:19 Understanding Burnout: Causes and Symptoms08:23 The Connection Between Burnout and Insomnia12:56 The Mind-Body Connection in Burnout and Chronic Pain20:11 Recovering from Burnout: Self-Care and Support25:05 Introduction to Burnout and Relating Across the World25:36 Understanding the Cycles of Burnout26:13 Common Issues and Challenges in Breaking Free from Burnout Cycles27:29 The Long-Term Health Risks of Burnout30:16 Lessons Learned from Overcoming Burnout31:44 The Power of Talking About Mental Health36:15 Creating Change and Finding Support41:33 The Importance of Continuing the Conversation on Mental Health43:43 Closing Remarks and Invitation to Connect
 
Guest Information:
Gabby Wnek
Chicago, Illinois
gabbywnekcoaching.com
Instagram: @gabbywnekcoaching
Gabby Wnek, MSW, LCSW, SEP - Business Owner - Gabby Wnek Coaching | LinkedIn
 
Gabby Wnek , LCSW - Illinois Therapist (growtherapy.com)
 

Transforming my Mental Health with Remedial Hypnosis - The Control Practitioners & Sarah Wellband

Good Evening and Welcome To The Borderline Podcast!!
Tonight Sarah Wellband discusses the Control Practitioners, a collaboration of trained and qualified control practitioners offering a unique form of therapy called remedial hypnosis. The Control Practitioners aim to provide a fast and accessible service for individuals struggling with mental health issues, offering a free initial consultation within seven days and a fixed fee for the entire program. Sarah explains the process of remedial hypnosis, which involves accessing the subconscious mind to address and re-educate negative thought patterns and behaviors. Andrew Willox shares his personal experience with remedial hypnosis and highlights its effectiveness in helping him overcome intrusive thoughts and low self-esteem. In this conversation, Andrew Willox discusses his experience with therapy and the positive impact it has had on his mental health. He shares how therapy helped him navigate his struggles with intrusive thoughts and negative self-talk. The analogy of the mind as a ship with a captain and crew is used to explain the role of the conscious and subconscious mind in shaping our thoughts and behaviours. Andrew emphasizes the importance of self-talk and gratitude in maintaining a positive mindset. He also highlights the benefits of therapy in improving sleep and overcoming emotional eating. Overall, Andrew expresses his gratitude for the transformative effects of therapy and encourages others to seek help.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background07:55 Fast and Accessible Therapy with the Control Practitioners11:03 Different Modalities Offered by the Control Practitioners17:12 Andrew's Personal Experience with Remedial Hypnosis20:44 The Process of Remedial Hypnosis29:27 Connecting with the Subconscious through Finger Movements32:14 Navigating Intrusive Thoughts and Negative Self-Talk38:19 Understanding the Conscious and Subconscious Mind45:23 Improving Sleep and Overcoming Emotional Eating49:02 Taking the Step Towards Therapy: A Path to Well-Being
 
Fore More information please contact the Control Practioners: 
The Control System practitioners | solution focused therapy (thecontrolpractitioners.com)
https://www.instagram.com/the.control.practitioners?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
 

Navigating Narcissism - From Victim to Survivor with Chris Wasko

Summary
Chris Wasko, a spiritual counselor, psychic medium, and energy healer, shares her journey of breaking free from an abusive and narcissistic childhood. She discusses the different types of narcissism, with her father being an overt narcissist and her mother being a covert narcissist. Chris explains how her healing journey led her to open up to spirit and discover her psychic abilities. She also talks about her work as an energy healer, focusing on the chakras and helping clients heal from trauma. In this conversation, Chris Wasko discusses the power of energy healing and the importance of vibrations and frequencies in our lives. She shares her own journey of healing from an abusive childhood and how it led her to become a healer and author. Chris emphasizes the need for self-love, forgiveness, and faith in the healing process. She also introduces the concept of Spicy Old Souls, a system for understanding different personality types. The conversation concludes with advice for those who have experienced abuse and the importance of focusing on the present moment.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background01:02 Breaking Free from an Abusive and Narcissistic Childhood04:18 Discovering Psychic Abilities and Opening Up to Spirit11:39 The Different Types of Narcissism and Their Traits21:18 Healing Trauma through Energy Healing and Chakra Work24:32 Shifting from Victim Mentality to Survivor Mentality26:06 Helping Children Heal and Reconnect with Their True Selves27:06 The Power of Energy Healing and Vibrations32:34 Embracing Self-Love and Forgiveness36:38 Spicy Old Souls: Understanding Personality Types40:45 Navigating the Healing Journey45:39 Advice for Abuse Survivors: Focus on the Present
 
Website: www.chriswasko.com
 
Social media: IG & FB @chriswaskomedium
 
Book Link: https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/860363-an-old-souls-journey

Fulfilling Potential & Fostering Leadership - Unlock Autism with Taiba Bajar

This week on The Borderline Podcast we welcome Taiba Bajar, founder of Autism Brain Empowerment and author of Unlock Autism, shares her journey of discovering her son's autism and the challenges she faced in finding support. She discusses the lack of knowledge and resources within the medical community and how she took matters into her own hands to help her son. Taiba explains the seven-step action plan she developed to help children with autism reach their full potential, reduce symptoms, and improve their overall well-being. The steps include optimizing oxytocin, breaking down blood, grasping the gut-brain bond, detoxifying the body, using supplements, charging the cerebellum, and empowering emotions. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the biological causes of autism and taking proactive steps to support children with autism. The conversation explores the impact of environmental factors, such as heavy metals and microplastics, on human health and the rise of conditions like autism, ADHD, and food allergies. It emphasizes the importance of gut health and the mind-body connection in addressing these conditions. The discussion also touches on the need for increased awareness and education about neurodiversity and the potential for early intervention in schools. The guest shares personal success stories of how her program has helped children with autism and offers words of encouragement to parents.
Here are my social media links:
Instagram: @Autismbrainempowerment - https://www.instagram.com/autismbrainempowerment/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/autismbrainempowerment 
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taibabajar
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@autismbrainempowerment 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutismBrainEmpowerment 
Amazon book link: Unlock Autism
 
Keywords
autism, parenting, support, medical community, intervention, therapy, research, brain health, neuroplasticity, gut health, detoxification, supplements, emotional intelligence, environmental factors, heavy metals, microplastics, human health, autism, ADHD, food allergies, gut health, mind-body connection, neurodiversity, early intervention, schools, success stories, encouragement
Takeaways
Parents of children with autism often face challenges in finding appropriate support and resources within the medical community.Understanding the biological causes of autism and taking proactive steps can help children with autism reach their full potential.The seven-step action plan developed by Taiba Bajar focuses on optimizing oxytocin, breaking down blood, grasping the gut-brain bond, detoxifying the body, using supplements, charging the cerebellum, and empowering emotions.Key factors in supporting children with autism include improving brain health, addressing gut health, detoxifying the body, and promoting emotional intelligence.Neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to rewire itself, plays a crucial role in the development and improvement of skills in children with autism. Environmental factors like heavy metals and microplastics can have a significant impact on human health and contribute to the rise of conditions like autism, ADHD, and food allergies.Gut health and the mind-body connection play a crucial role in addressing these conditions, and making dietary and lifestyle changes can have a positive impact.Increased awareness and education about neurodiversity are important in promoting understanding and support for individuals with autism and other neurodivergent conditions.Early intervention and addressing root causes can lead to significant improvements in the lives of individuals with autism and other conditions.Parents should not lose hope and can take proactive steps to help their children by learning about the biological causes of autism and implementing strategies at home.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background05:49 Discovering the Seven-Step Action Plan08:31 The Challenges of Diagnosis and Support11:20 Taiba Bajar's Personal Experience with Autism and Dyspraxia18:26 The Seven Steps to Helping Children with Autism Thrive25:31 Importance of Detoxification and Environmental Factors27:26 The Impact of Environmental Factors32:22 The Role of Gut Health and the Mind-Body Connection38:35 Promoting Awareness and Education about Neurodiversity42:32 The Importance of Early Intervention in Schools44:21 Success Stories: How the Program Helps Children with Autism47:32 Words of Encouragement for Parents
 
 

Fighting Loneliness - ReEngage Charity with Esther-Lynne

Summary Esther Lynn, Engagement Officer for the charity Re-engage, discusses their work supporting older people facing social isolation and loneliness. They offer various activities and companionship services facilitated by volunteers. The charity started in 1965 and has grown to support over 8,500 older people with the help of 9,000 volunteers. Esther emphasizes the importance of simple conversations and the impact they can have. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated loneliness among the elderly, and Re-engage adapted by offering telephone befriending services. They also launched a Rainbow Call Companionship Service specifically for the LGBTQ+ community. The charity's activity groups provide opportunities for social interaction and engagement. Volunteers find the experience rewarding, and the charity also educates them on spotting signs of fraud and scams. Reengage aims to combat loneliness among the elderly by providing social connections and support. Loneliness can have physical and mental health effects, reducing lifespan and leading to depression and hopelessness. Reengage offers easy steps for people to reengage with their communities and combat loneliness. Volunteers are trained to recognize signs of loneliness and provide support, although they are not mental health specialists. Donations are important for funding the organization, but volunteering time is equally valuable. Volunteering can be as simple as a half-hour phone call or hosting a tea party. Reengage aims to destigmatize mental health and empower older people to have a voice and be part of the community. To learn more about Reenage please follow: https://www.reengage.org.uk/volunteer/new-volunteers/apply/ To Learn about receiving support please follow: https://www.reengage.org.uk/refer/form/