S2 E21 - Mental Wellbeing with Darren Clarkson

In this weeks episode Ben Woodruff and Darren Clarkson revisit a discussion around something very current in both the world of paddling and the world overall; mental health and well-being. Currently 1 in 4 people experience various mental health conditions in the UK annually. In the episode we discuss mental well-being, what to do if someone opens up to your about your mental health, the phrase "man-up" and why it is important to look after your mental well-being as a paddlesport practitioner. Before you listen just a pre-warning: on this podcast we discuss some sensitive subjects around mental health, with some things that may be triggers for those suffering mental health conditions. It’s an important conversation that’s becoming more and more pertinent, but please only listen if you can.

 

You can download the episodes transcript here.

 

Struggling with mental health?

If you or anyone you know is suffering with their mental health please seek help:

• Mind
• Calm
• NHS or see your GP
• Samaritans
• Mental Health Foundation
• Counselling

Want to learn more?

Want to learn more about how to support your paddlers or those around you with their mental health? Visit the below:

• Open University
• Mind
• BBC
• NHS
• Mental Health Foundation

Supporting paddlers

As part of our continual commitment to support paddlers we are offering a service for anyone who has witnessed, been involved or has been affected by a paddlesport incident. Please use the contact details on the British Canoeing Safety page if you would like to talk to one of our trained TRIM Practitioners who can offer support and signpost to an appropriate agency.