Make Time To Talk
Welcome to the āMake Time to talkā podcast.
Iām hoping to bring some light into the world during 2023 so Iāve created this podcast to try and inspire as many people as possible who are struggling to speak up and seek the help they need.
The guests coming on are talking about their personal struggles and journeys in life. This has proven to be a massive help for my own mental health, I thought I knew a lot about the subject but the more I speak to people, the more I learn.
Topics are wide-ranging and Iām trying to cover as much as I can across the board for mental health. If youāve got a story and journey to share, then we want to hear it. This is a collective effort and I need your help to start to encourage this conversation.
I hope you enjoy the content from this podcast and donāt forget to make time to talk.
Make Time To Talk
Baz Graham - Alcohol Addiction, Creativity and Boxing - š„
Join us in this powerful podcast episode as we delve into Baz Graham's lifeāa journey of triumph over addiction and a dedication to helping others. Baz candidly shares his struggle with alcohol and drug addiction, a story of control slipping away before his eyes.
Discover how at the age of 21, Baz found solace in boxing and fitness, achieving peak physical condition while leaving behind harmful habits. However, a promising apprenticeship led to workplace bullying, taking a toll on his mental health.
Within Baz's family, complex dynamics unfolded during these turbulent years. He reflects on contrasting relationships with his mother and father.
Baz's connection with his father was fraught with communication challenges and emotional barriers. Despite the familial bond, a deeper connection proved elusive. He also shares how his father's difficulties in forming connections extended to his sister, causing her pain.
Explore Baz's unexpected journey into the world of photography, a transformative force in his life. From documenting his path to sobriety to capturing moments at the gym, photography became an essential part of his story.
The narrative shifts to Baz's path to sobriety and self-discovery, including his experiences with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings. These meetings defied his expectations, offering a warm, kind, and non-judgmental space for sharing. A pivotal moment during an AA meeting led to a profound personal revelation.
Finally, Baz shares his work with children at the gym, emphasising the power of positive praise in nurturing young minds. His passion for teaching shines through as he discusses instilling confidence in the children he mentors.
This podcast episode is a captivating journey through addiction, recovery, redemption, and the remarkable impact of one individual on others' lives. Baz Graham's story showcases the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for transformation and inspiration.
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