The Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast
The Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast
Podcast Description
I’m Katinka Blackford Newman— life coach, bestselling author and journalist.
This podcast is a space for real, honest conversations about mental health, medication, and the alternative paths people have taken to heal. I’ll be talking to those who’ve experienced the darker side of psychiatric drugs, as well as experts who can shed light on safer, more empowering solutions
If you’re curious about mental health beyond the prescription pad, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive in!
www.kbnlifecoaching.co.uk
[email protected]
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This podcast centers on mental health topics, alternative healing methods, and personal recovery stories, with episodes exploring experiences of psychiatric medication, holistic strategies for well-being, and discussions on resilience. For example, a recent episode features bestselling author Rachel Kelly, who shares her journey of overcoming depression without medication.
I’m your host, Katinka Blackford Newman— life coach, bestselling author and health journalist contributing to Daily Mail, The Times and The Independent.
This podcast is a space for real, honest conversations about mental health, medication, and the alternative paths people have taken to heal. I’ll be talking to those who’ve experienced the darker side of psychiatric drugs, as well as experts who can shed light on safer, more empowering solutions
If you’re curious about mental health beyond the prescription pad, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive in!
And, as a special bonus, I’m offering a FREE 1 hour coaching call to three people. To apply:
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Simple as that!
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https://www.youtube.com/@KatinkaBlackfordNewman/podcasts
If you’re inspired by these conversations and want to have discuss working with me as your life coach, contact me via my website or email below to book a free consultation.
www.kbnlifecoaching.co.uk
[email protected]
In this episode of The Med Free Mental Fitness Podcast, we expose the potential harms of ADHD medication and challenge the surge in ADHD diagnoses. Host Katinka Blackford Newman interviews Joseph Pack, founder of Drug-Free ADHD (https://drugfreeadhd.org/) who shares his personal journey with ADHD diagnosis and his decision to manage it without drugs. They discuss the long-term risks associated with ADHD medications, the impact of Big Pharma, and alternative management techniques such as breathing exercises, meditation, and cold exposure. Jo also questions the validity of the ADHD label and emphasises the importance of looking for empowering rather than limiting diagnoses.
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· 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
· 00:24 Joseph Pack’s Personal ADHD Journey
· 02:29 The Start of Drug-Free ADHD
· 02:42 Experiences with ADHD Medication
· 04:04 Concerns and Side Effects of ADHD Medication
· 08:15 Debating ADHD Medication Efficacy
· 16:48 Alternative Approaches to Managing ADHD
· 20:12 Questioning ADHD Diagnoses and Labels
· 22:18 Dealing with ADHD: Personal Experiences
· 23:31 Questioning the ADHD Label
· 24:48 Challenges of Coming Off Medication
· 25:04 Breathing and Meditation Techniques
· 25:49 Cold Water Therapy for ADHD
· 26:19 Time Blocking and Productivity Hacks
· 28:08 Chaos Planning and the Never Nothing Rule
· 30:46 The Surrender Experiment and Spiritual Journey
· 35:08 Critique of Big Pharma and ADHD Medication
· 36:55 ADHD Diagnosis in Children
· 38:13 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
Joseph Pack can be reached at https://drugfreeadhd.org/
If you want to have a conversation about life coaching, Katinka Blackford Newman can be reached through www.kbnlifecoaching.co.uk
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