How can we treat ourselves with kindness when unexpected emotions arise? Naomi sits down with psychologist Chris Cheers and reflects on the mental health impacts of lockdown on the queer and creative community. His book, The New Rulebook is a practical game changing guide to embracing uncertainty offering radical, evidence-based solutions to improve wellbeing. Providing individual psychology services and workshops to artists and creatives, and the LGBTQIA+ community, Chris is passionate about creating accessible, accepting and safe spaces.
This episode was recorded in May 2023
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Credits
Host: Naomi Viret
Guest: Chris Cheers
Producers: Maddy Stratten & Winnie Adamson
Music: Little Pastries Instrumental (descript)
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