Dan Sarginson: From Rugby To Renewal
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11/20/24 • 65 min
Join James and former rugby star Dan Sarginson for this candid podcast, as they discuss their lives, their careers and their shared history with Mental Health issues and the journey they’ve both been on. The men share stories of overcoming substance abuse, navigating the challenges of panic attacks, and Dan opens up about the profound loss of his brother to suicide.
The lads explore the realities of existing in a hyper-masculine environment and how Dan emerged stronger on the other side. And through sharing their stories, Dan discusses the heavy burden of shame and the tools he's discovered to cope with it, whilst incorporating healthy practises like self awareness and living in the moment.
Join James and Dan for a fascinating exploration of resilience, recovery, and the journey to finding assurance and confidence in life’s most challenging moments.
Male Mind's Matter...
If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider reaching out to the following resources:
Samaritans.
You can contact the Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 or visit the website at www.samaritans.org for more information.
SANEline.
You can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 from 4.30pm–10.30pm every day.
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK.
You can call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 689 5652 from 6pm to midnight every day.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
You can call CALM on 0800 58 58 58 from 5pm–midnight every day, or visit their website to use the webchat.
Shout.
You can text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
Join James and former rugby star Dan Sarginson for this candid podcast, as they discuss their lives, their careers and their shared history with Mental Health issues and the journey they’ve both been on. The men share stories of overcoming substance abuse, navigating the challenges of panic attacks, and Dan opens up about the profound loss of his brother to suicide.
The lads explore the realities of existing in a hyper-masculine environment and how Dan emerged stronger on the other side. And through sharing their stories, Dan discusses the heavy burden of shame and the tools he's discovered to cope with it, whilst incorporating healthy practises like self awareness and living in the moment.
Join James and Dan for a fascinating exploration of resilience, recovery, and the journey to finding assurance and confidence in life’s most challenging moments.
Male Mind's Matter...
If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider reaching out to the following resources:
Samaritans.
You can contact the Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 or visit the website at www.samaritans.org for more information.
SANEline.
You can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 from 4.30pm–10.30pm every day.
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK.
You can call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 689 5652 from 6pm to midnight every day.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
You can call CALM on 0800 58 58 58 from 5pm–midnight every day, or visit their website to use the webchat.
Shout.
You can text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
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If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider reaching out to the following resources:
Samaritans.
You can contact the Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 or visit the website at www.samaritans.org for more information.
SANEline.
You can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 from 4.30pm–10.30pm every day.
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK.
You can call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 689 5652 from 6pm to midnight every day.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
You can call CALM on 0800 58 58 58 from 5pm–midnight every day, or visit their website to use the webchat.
Shout.
You can text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
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Male Minds Matter...
If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider reaching out to the following resources:
Samaritans.
You can contact the Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 or visit the website at www.samaritans.org for more information.
SANEline.
You can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 from 4.30pm–10.30pm every day.
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK.
You can call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 689 5652 from 6pm to midnight every day.
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
You can call CALM on 0800 58 58 58 from 5pm–midnight every day, or visit their website to use the webchat.
Shout.
You can text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
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