Mental health and the beauty of opening up with Bryony Gordon

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10/06/20 • 36 min

Welcome back to a new series of Beauty from the Heart! I’m delighted to be back with journalist, author and mental health activist Bryony Gordon. She’s shared so much of her journey with her readers, from mental health challenges or alcohol addiction. And her openness, in turn, encourages other people to share their stories. I feel such a warmth from her because she is proud to simply be herself.

Today we’re talking all things mental health, how beauty can impact self-esteem, and generally reflecting on musings from her latest book, Glorious Rock Bottom. Just a note – there is some swearing in this episode.

If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in this conversation, here are some helpful resources.

Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/

Mind, mental health: https://www.mind.org.uk

Here are a few of the things we discuss that you may want to take a look at...

Bryony’s Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/bryonygordon

Bryony’s podcast: https://art19.com/shows/mad-world/

Mental Health Mates: https://www.mentalhealthmates.co.uk

Mental Health Mates on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthmates

Glorious Rock Bottom: https://www.waterstones.com/book/glorious-rock-bottom/bryony-gordon/9781472253750

Mad Girl: https://www.waterstones.com/book/mad-girl/bryony-gordon/9781472232090

Limited edition Becca Under Eye Brightener: https://www.spacenk.com/uk/en_GB/makeup/complexion/concealer/under-eye-brightening-corrector---limited-edition-MUK200028342.html?dwvar_MUK200028342_color=UK200028342

The Heart is a Lonely Hunter: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-heart-is-a-lonely-hunter/carson-mccullers/9780141185224

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If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in this conversation, here are some helpful resources.

Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/

Mind, mental health: https://www.mind.org.uk

Here are a few of the things we discuss that you may want to take a look at...

Bryony’s Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/bryonygordon

Bryony’s podcast: https://art19.com/shows/mad-world/

Mental Health Mates: https://www.mentalhealthmates.co.uk

Mental Health Mates on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthmates

Glorious Rock Bottom: https://www.waterstones.com/book/glorious-rock-bottom/bryony-gordon/9781472253750

Mad Girl: https://www.waterstones.com/book/mad-girl/bryony-gordon/9781472232090

The Heart is a Lonely Hunter: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-heart-is-a-lonely-hunter/carson-mccullers/9780141185224

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How make-up inspires inclusivity with Gary Thompson, The Plastic Boy

Today I’m talking to Gary Thompson, also known as the Plastic Boy. Gary shares his insights on the beauty industry, from how we can all work towards a more inclusive landscape, to the importance of being a role model to younger LGBT boys like him.

We also reminisce on both of our experiences working in beauty in retail, and have a few laughs about experiences with disgruntled customers... if you’ve ever worked on the beauty shop floor, I think you’ll relate to this one!

This episode marks the end of series 2 of Beauty from the Heart. Thank you for listening and I’ll be back soon with more guests to get to know and feel inspired by. XXX

Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplasticboy

Gary on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjLx42uF3d1TLPJ21pHyr9A

BBC 1Xtra Talks, LGBT and Black: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0006d6w

Gary’s Eylure collection: https://www.eylure.com/uk/lashsquad/

MAC Cosmetics: www.maccosmetics.co.uk

Danny Defreitas: https://www.instagram.com/dannydefreitas

Ateh Jewel: https://shows.acast.com/beauty-from-the-heart/episodes/what-black-lives-matter-means-for-beauty-with-dr-ateh-jewel

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The beauty of transition with Juno Dawson

Today’s guest is novelist, screenwriter, journalist and columnist, Juno Dawson. Since I first met Juno I’ve learned so much about the issues facing trans people and I really admire her for always standing up for the people around her.

Joining me from a cosy corner of Brighton, Juno joins me to talk everything from the Spice Girls to how trans people are represented in the media, and of course gives us a sneak into her make-up bag.

Just to mention, in case these are sensitive topics to you, we discuss things such as body dysmorphia and anxiety, and there are some occasional swearwords in this episode.

Here are a few of the things we discuss that you may wish to take a look at...

Juno’s website: https://www.junodawson.com

Juno on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/junodawson

Stonewall Charity: https://www.stonewall.org.uk

This Book Is Gay: https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Book-Gay-Juno-Dawson/dp/1471403955

Terry Barber: https://www.instagram.com/terrybarberonbeauty/

Jecca Blac: https://jeccablac.com

Paris Lees: https://www.instagram.com/paris.lees

Munroe Bergdorf: https://www.instagram.com/munroebergdorf

Shon Faye: https://www.instagram.com/shon.faye

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