The Happy Place

Welcome back to the Happy Place for the last time this season, yes you have made it to the tenth and final episode this season. Before Ben puts away their microphone, they have just enough time to bring you the whole reason for this podcast, and the ultimate way we can treat ourselves as imperfect perfect humans. “We should never negate the power of self-care because we can care for ourselves in so many ways that can really make our lives easier, and far more manageable. Thus this is the...

This week on The Happy Place, Ben takes aim at the idea that we as humans should all be perfect. The false images that are blown through our minds online, in the media, and on apps is a damaging influence that should have far less control over the way we live our lives. Once we know the truth we are much more able to live on our own terms. Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

Welcome back to The Happy Place, the mental health and wellness podcast that was recently described as “having a kind, queer best friend give you a weekly pep talk”. “The best way to work with your mental health is to be open about it in small ways, no one will judge you, because we all know how it feels. I want you to always feel the strength in numbers that truly does exist” Join Ben in discovering the strength in numbers… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

This week Ben is back to tackle hate in all the forms that it affects us in our full and busy digital lives. They highlight the emotions involved, and who are the key players. Hate cannot be erased, but this episode gives a rational and easy process to take hate in your stride and not allow it to derail you! Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

This week the podcast that makes you feel “calm and uplifted” is back to help you see that life has ups and downs, and that is perfectly normal! “Bad days are normal, and much like the weather we cannot predict when they will affect us, but we can have frameworks that help us cope“ Once we understand how to treat a bad day, their grip loosens… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

Welcome back to The Happy Place, the mental health and wellness podcast that was recently described like “like having a kind, queer best friend give you a weekly pep talk”. TRIGGER WARNING:- This episode contains mention of death and loss, so if this is triggering you, you may prefer to skip this episode… This week Ben talks to you about the deeper and diverse meaning of the term grief, and how we owe ourselves more time to come to terms with all forms of grief in our lives… Artwork by...

This week on the The Happy Place, Ben takes aim at the purple lipstick wearing voice of sabotage that exists in all of us. Yes, we’re talking about the Inner Saboteur. “That internal voice can pull us lower than we have ever been in our darkest moments, but what's crazy is that that internal voice is powered by our own brain.” Join Ben this week and learn how to gain control over your inner saboteur… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

This week the podcast that makes you feel “calm and uplifted” is back to help you convert pain into pleasure, building on last week’s episode, Ben guides you through the process of converting trauma into positive momentum, that can be used in all our lives. Ben explores how our trauma can lead to an increased access to compassion and empathy. Ben also explains how to use this energy in all areas of your life… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

Welcome back to The Happy Place darling. Ben is back this week to look at the fundamental issues that hold us back. “Understanding that your past is part of you forever is fundamental in being able to move forwards. I want to be clear, it does not define you, you are not just your suffering, but instead, it is the rationale you can use for decision making for the rest of your life.” Once we understand what trauma is, then we can begin to move forwards with it… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

Oh hello darling, and welcome back to The Happy Place! Season Two is bigger and better than Season One, streamlined audio, and more advice than ever before. Digging deeper into the foundations of our mental health and wellness, and bringing actual advice used by therapists! This week Ben talks to you about the power of giving yourself time, and the ability it can have in boosting your mood. This is self care that ACTUALLY works… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes

This week on The Happy Place Ben brings you the final episode of this series. This episode Ben ruminates on the thought processes behind the podcast and it’s birth. If you want to know what JFDI means, then press play now! Don’t worry this is only goodbye for now, and not forever as the The Happy Place will return. Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

Welcome back to The Happy Place. In this episode Ben talks about the joy of a brand new day. In this genuine and personal episode Ben brings you an episode that will remind you to feel joy in the everyday, and to embrace the idea that each and every day can be special and wonderful. New days are the gift we can’t always assume will come, and this episode will remind us to be thankful for the small things. Artwork by Wednesday Holmes, https://www.instagram.com/hellomynameiswednesday/

This week on the Happy Place Ben takes aim at how complicated life can feel, and the stresses that build up and sit on our shoulders all week long. In this seven-step list, you will find easy and achievable ways of making your life just that little bit simpler. This episode will help restore some balance and personal quiet into your life… Artwork by Wednesday Holmes, @hellomynameiswednesday

Welcome back to The Happy Place. In this episode, Ben talks about the magic of how we think about failure and mistakes. In this open and honest approach to an area of life we all fear, Ben hopes to bring you new perspectives on how you feel about success and failure. Failures are so helpful, and this episode will help you realise this. Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

This week on the The Happy Place, Ben takes aim at all of our inner perfectionists. Ben uses their own personal struggle with perfection to bring a light bite of advice, inspiration and guidance how to deal with obsessive behaviours This episode should help bring your life some balance and tip the scales in your favour. Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

Welcome back to The Happy Place. In this episode, Ben uses their personal experiences to bring you a new perspective on the concept of winning and happiness. In this candid approach to your expectations and personal perimeters, Ben aims you to bring TRUE happiness into your life. This episode should help bring balance and enjoyment back into your life… Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

This week the podcast that makes you feel “calm and uplifted” is back. This episode will help you deal with the emotions of PLATEAU. Do you feel that you are treading water, getting no nearer to your goals? Well, grab a seat somewhere relaxing, and buckle up. Ben is here to solve all your worries in the only way they know how, by helping you to find your Happy Place Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

Welcome back to The Happy Place. This episode looks to ease the crippling sense of inadequacy we allow ourselves to feel at the hands of our own emotions. Theodore Roosevelt once said that “Comparison is the thief of Joy”. This week Ben talks you through dealing with this, how to spot the signs of comparison and how to tackle it HEAD ON. Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

Welcome back to The Happy Place. Continuing to bring balance in your life, and reduce the pressure we all feel. This episode aims to build on the foundation of the previous episode. Inspiration is the key to utilising our motivation. Ben brings you easy steps to find inspiration, where to look, and how to maintain it. Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday

Welcome to your inaugural episode of The Happy Place. This series of Podcasts will help to bring some balance back into your life, give you motivation and allow you to really enjoy life. This week Ben talks you through Motivation 101, through 3 easy steps you will find that you are able to stay on track and achieve everything you want to do. Artwork by Wednesday, @hellomynameiswednesday