Mike King (Part 2) || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP24 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Mike King (Part 2) ___________ Big thanks to my sponsors of this episode, Em's Power Cookies. Look for them at your supermarket. Or buy them online at https://www.munchtime.co.nz ___________
Mike king was named New Zealander of the year in 2019 for his work as a mental health advocate.
In this episode, he talks about his introduction to cocaine and how his addiction almost killed him. His path to sobriety and how he transitioned into a mental health advocate. Also how I Am Hope and Gumboot Friday came about.
Mike's a guy that knows his stuff, just from talking to so many thousands of New Zealanders. So I really hope there are some takeaways in here that all of us can use.
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Brief Summary
Mike King discusses mental health, addiction, and his personal journey to recovery and advocacy.
Key points
- Mental Health Discussion. Mike King opens up about his struggles with mental health and suicide attempts.
- The Reality of Fame. Mike shares the harsh truth about fame and his inner critic.
- Stroke Experience. Mike recounts his terrifying experience with a stroke and the fear of losing independence.
- Turning Point. In a moment of despair, he decided to change his life after a wake-up call from his daughter.
- The Birth of I Am Hope. A conversation with suicidal kids led to the creation of a movement for mental health support.
- Gumboots for Mental Health. The Gumboot Friday initiative was born to raise awareness and funds for mental health counseling.
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Episode highlights
- Mental Health DiscussionMike King opens up about his struggles with mental health and suicide attempts.“This episode probably needs to come with a bit of a trigger warning.”0:17Jan 1, 2023
- The Reality of FameMike shares the harsh truth about fame and his inner critic.“I was the first and then these gates opened and there was my big head.”4:19Jan 1, 2023
- Stroke ExperienceMike recounts his terrifying experience with a stroke and the fear of losing independence.“Someone is going to have to wipe my ass for the rest of my life.”17:35Jan 1, 2023
- Turning PointIn a moment of despair, he decided to change his life after a wake-up call from his daughter.“What are you doing Dad? We need you at home.”22:58Jan 1, 2023
- The Birth of I Am HopeA conversation with suicidal kids led to the creation of a movement for mental health support.“We need to do something about that.”35:53Jan 1, 2023
- Gumboots for Mental HealthThe Gumboot Friday initiative was born to raise awareness and funds for mental health counseling.“Why don’t we all put on gum boots?”37:51Jan 1, 2023
- Mental Health CounselingCounseling is seen as a preventative measure, not just for crises.“Young people don’t want to see counselors because they’re mentally ill.”40:45Jan 1, 2023
- The Broken SystemThe current mental health system is criticized for its lack of access and choice.“It’s such a broken system.”41:31Jan 1, 2023
