Tickety Boo - Exploring Mental Health with Care and Compassion

We're back with another unscripted card episode—and this time, the question takes us by surprise: “What’s one thing that surprised you about getting older?” In this off-the-cuff, no-notes conversation, Andy, Ian and Iona dive into what ageing really teaches you—beyond the clichés. We talk about: * The surprising importance of protecting your peace * Why small stuff starts to matter less * How priorities shift from pleasing others to preserving your energy * The unexpected clarity that comes with getting older—and what we’ve each had to unlearn along the way 💬 “You start realising your time, energy, and attention are valuable—and not everyone deserves access to them.” Whether you're in your 30s, 50s or just feeling emotionally knackered, this episode will give you permission to reassess what (and who) actually matters. 🎧 Honest, reflective, and filled with laughter—this is one of those episodes that might just get you thinking about your own definition of peace. ✅ Social links for Spotify description: Listen to the full episode now, and for more insights, follow us on social media: 📲 Instagram: @pieceofminduk [https://www.instagram.com/pieceofminduk] 📲 Facebook: Piece of Mind UK [https://www.facebook.com/PieceOfMindUK] 🌍 Visit us at: www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast [http://www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast] 🎥 Full video episode available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@pieceofmindtherapy]

Emotional strength isn’t about being unbothered—it’s about being real. In this powerful episode of Tickety Boo, Andy, Ian and Iona unpack what it actually means to be emotionally strong—and it’s not the stiff-upper-lip version we’ve been sold. We explore: * How strength is found in feeling, not hiding * Why sitting with sadness builds resilience * The power of reframing failure as feedback * The importance of boundaries, rest, and emotional honesty * And why self-awareness (not perfection) is the real goal 💬 “Being strong isn’t about pretending you’re fine—it’s about knowing yourself, even when you’re falling apart.” This episode will give you a dose of comfort, a bit of challenge, and some surprising truths about the habits and mindset shifts that make you strong—not just on the outside, but from the inside out. Whether you’re going through something or rebuilding after a hard chapter, this one’s for you. 🎧 Watch or listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. ✅ Social links for Spotify description: Listen to the full episode now, and for more insights, follow us on social media: 📲 Instagram: @pieceofminduk [https://www.instagram.com/pieceofminduk] 📲 Facebook: Piece of Mind UK [https://www.facebook.com/PieceOfMindUK] 🌍 Visit us at: www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast [http://www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast] 🎥 Full video episode available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@pieceofmindtherapy]

What happens when you never take the time to truly know who you are? In this episode of Tickety Boo, Andy, Ian and Iona dive into the hidden price we pay when we skip self-discovery. When you don’t know yourself, you become a sponge for other people’s opinions. You say yes when you mean no. You chase lives that don’t fit—and wonder why you feel lost. We talk about: * Why so many of us build lives based on other people’s expectations * The signs that you’ve been living on autopilot * How past trauma, people-pleasing, or fear of rejection can disconnect you from your real self * The difference between knowing yourself and just performing a version of you * And how getting to know yourself doesn’t mean fixing yourself 💬 “When you don’t know who you are, the world will decide for you.” This episode is for anyone who’s ever woken up and thought, “How did I get here?” It’s a reminder that you’re allowed to come home to yourself—at any age, at any stage. 🎧 Watch or listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. ✅ Social links for Spotify description: Listen to the full episode now, and for more insights, follow us on social media: 📲 Instagram: @pieceofminduk [https://www.instagram.com/pieceofminduk] 📲 Facebook: Piece of Mind UK [https://www.facebook.com/PieceOfMindUK] 🌍 Visit us at: www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast [http://www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast] 🎥 Full video episode available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@pieceofmindtherapy]

Why is it so hard to walk away? From people. From jobs. From friendships. From plans that just don’t feel right anymore. In this episode of Tickety Boo, Andy, Ian and Iona unpack the emotional weight behind staying too long—and what it takes to finally choose yourself. We talk about: * The guilt that keeps us stuck in the wrong places * How fear of being seen as “a quitter” stops people from leaving * Why walking away isn’t weak—it’s wise * The quiet power of trusting your gut * How to leave with clarity, not chaos 💬 “Sometimes growth looks like staying. But sometimes it looks like going.” Whether it’s a job that drains you or a relationship that no longer fits, this episode is about the courage it takes to walk away—and the peace that can follow. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. ✅ Social links for Spotify description: Listen to the full episode now, and for more insights, follow us on social media: 📲 Instagram: @pieceofminduk [https://www.instagram.com/pieceofminduk] 📲 Facebook: Piece of Mind UK [https://www.facebook.com/PieceOfMindUK] 🌍 Visit us at: www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast [http://www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast] 🎥 Watch the full video episode on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@pieceofmindtherapy]

“If it’s meant for you, it won’t have to be forced.” You’ve probably heard that phrase but what does it actually mean in real life? In this episode of Tickety Boo, Andy, Ian, and Iona get honest about the moments we try to grip too tightly whether it’s people, jobs, friendships, or life plans that no longer fit. We talk about: * The pressure to make things work when deep down, you know they don’t * Why we struggle to let go (even when it’s clearly not right) * How fear, ego, and old wounds keep us forcing things * What it actually feels like when something is truly aligned * Learning to trust timing, flow, and your own gut 💬 “Letting go isn’t giving up. It’s making space for something that fits.” If you’ve been white-knuckling your way through something that just feels off… this one’s for you. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. ✅ Social links for Spotify description: Listen to the full episode now, and for more insights, follow us on social media: 📲 Instagram: @pieceofminduk [https://www.instagram.com/pieceofminduk] 📲 Facebook: Piece of Mind UK [https://www.facebook.com/PieceOfMindUK] 🌍 Visit us at: www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast [http://www.piece-of-mind.co.uk/podcast] 🎥 Watch the full video episode on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@pieceofmindtherapy]