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89: The Healthy Debate Show with Dr. Belynder Walia - Episode 89
89: The Healthy Debate Show with Dr. Belynder Walia - Episode 89
89: The Healthy Debate Show with Dr. Belynder Walia - Episode 89
Friday 16th January 2026
Explore the importance of real-time human connection in mental health with Dr. Belynder Walia and Mike Kogan.
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Episode Overview
- Real-time human connection can significantly impact emotional wellbeing.
- Resilience involves knowing when to pause and seek help.
- OpenLine offers immediate support, bridging gaps in mental health services.
- Veterans and first responders benefit from timely emotional release.
- Reaching out for help is a strength, not a weakness.
"Being heard regulates the nervous system. It's really that simple."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this engaging episode of The Healthy Debate Show, Dr. Belynder Walia sits down with mental health advocate Mike Kogan to explore the critical role of human connection in emotional wellbeing. Mike, co-creator of the innovative platform OpenLine, shares his experiences working on the front lines of mental health support, highlighting the profound impact of being truly heard.
He discusses the challenges of modern life, particularly the overload of information that leaves many feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Mike explains how OpenLine aims to bridge the gap in mental health support by providing real-time, person-to-person connection when it's needed most. This platform is designed for those moments when a simple conversation can change someone's day, week, or even life. He emphasises that resilience isn't about pushing harder but knowing when to pause and reach out for help.
Listeners will gain insights into the importance of immediate human connection, especially for groups like veterans and first responders who are trained to endure but not release their emotions. OpenLine offers a space where they can connect with someone who truly understands their struggles. This episode is a reminder that you don't have to carry your burdens alone and that reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Are you ready to embrace the power of human connection in your journey to sobriety?