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No Feeling Is Final — 03 | A Good Patient
No Feeling Is Final — 03 | A Good Patient
No Feeling Is Final — 03 | A Good Patient
Sunday 28th February 2021
Explore Honor Eastley's candid tale of life inside a psychiatric hospital with humour and heartache.
29 minutes
Raw
Honest
Inspiring
Eye-opening
Compassionate
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Episode Overview
- Life in psychiatric hospitals can be isolating yet revealing.
- Humour can be a coping mechanism during tough times.
- Mental health stigma impacts patient experiences.
- Unexpected connections can offer comfort in hospital.
- Diagnosis can alter self-perception and societal views.
"Hospital isn't the place you go to get well. It's the place you go to not die."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this episode, listeners are taken on a raw and honest exploration of life inside a psychiatric hospital. Through the eyes of Honor Eastley, you'll hear about the stark realities and unexpected humour that come with navigating mental health challenges. From inflatable elephants to cheese-based economies, Honor's story is filled with poignant reflections and candid anecdotes that paint a vivid picture of her time in hospital.
Her first-hand account reveals the struggle to maintain dignity and sanity in an environment that often feels anything but therapeutic. As Honor grapples with her diagnosis and the societal stigma attached to mental illness, she finds solace in small victories and unexpected connections. Whether it's the comforting presence of Marvin, the inflatable elephant, or the TV that becomes her hospital boyfriend, Honor's journey is a testament to resilience in the face of adversity.
This episode doesn't shy away from the tough topics, including discussions of suicide and drug use, but it also offers moments of levity and introspection. If you've ever wondered what it's like to be a 'good patient' in a psychiatric facility, this episode offers a unique and compelling perspective. So grab a cuppa, settle in, and prepare to be moved by Honor's story. Is there more to mental health recovery than just surviving? Tune in to find out.