Ep 235 Interview Sessions with Zachariah Thompson | The Scatter Joy Project

<p>Join our mail list here for exclusive content here: <a href="https://abty.co.uk/contact">https://abty.co.uk/contact</a>  </p> <p> </p> <p>Sign up for our coaching here: <a href="https://abty.co.uk/coaching">https://abty.co.uk/coaching</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>On episode 235 I welcome back Zachariah Thompson to the podcast. </p> <p>Since appearing on the podcast five years ago, Zachariah has delivered a TEDx talk, become a father and founded The Scatter joy Project, a non-profit movement that fights for mental health, and works to make care accessible and affordable for all.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Mental Health Support</strong></p> <p>Find help here: <a href="https://thescatterjoyproject.com/find-help/">https://thescatterjoyproject.com/find-help/</a> </p> <p><br></p> <p>To connect with a free, 24/7, confidential crisis counsellor, text SCATTER to 741741</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Suicide lifeline </strong>(USA) - Dial 988 to access trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental or emotional distress.</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can donate to <strong>The Scatter Joy Project</strong> here: <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/482338/#!/donation/checkout">https://www.classy.org/give/482338/#!/donation/checkout</a>  </p> <p><br></p> <p>Get SJP merch here: <a href="https://thescatterjoyproject.store/">https://thescatterjoyproject.store/</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode you will hear: </p> <p>00:00 intro</p> <p>04:00 God sends a friend</p> <p>06:15 we were created to be connected </p> <p>11:00 zoom in on your community </p> <p>13:15 joy demands presence </p> <p>17:00 there’s strength in your story </p> <p>24:30 mental health and disconnection </p> <p>27:30 building bridges of community and connection </p> <p>31:30 moments we miss the mark and it’s impact on our mental health </p> <p>36:30 mudita - joy for others </p> <p>51:30 emotions can’t be fixed </p> <p>45:15 creative arts helps with emotional expression </p> <p>47:45 the scatter joy project therapy fund</p> <p>56:10 how to find help or become an a