Choccy and Rob Take a Deep Dive into Mental Heath - THE VIEW FROM THE AFTERNOON #4

[@VeteranHedonist]

I like Choccy. Even more now I've seen the mental health episode. I was at the Leeds fest in 2014 and collapsed and woke up in Jimmy's hospital 2 weeks later. I'd been in a coma because my heart had packed in. I had something called endocarditis (before anyone thinks drugs, which everyone did at the time). It attacked my heart and I needed a triple bypass and aortic valve replacement. I died 4 times. Anyway, long story short, I was a classically trained chef all my life before that, I'd had Sous chef and then head chef jobs (Horrible Industry to work in, unless you're right at the top). Stressful and shit hours, but I loved my job at the time. I was in hospital for 6 months and when I got out, tried getting my job back. Nobody would take me because of the implications of working a fast paced job with previous open heart surgery. I fell into a deep depression and drugs. I was only 35 at the time. I thought it was the end. Anyway, I've managed to beat my demon's, both mentally and the drug using right up until last year, when I lost both my mum and dad 3 months apart and relapsed with my mental health and drug use. Don't even try drugs kids. They're not cool and it will eventually spiral out of control. I managed to come round and stop the using and got help with my mental illness and today I'm OK. I've started going back to gigs now and started coming to terms with loosing mum and dad. Life is so cruel sometimes, but all you need is great, sincere friends who you can talk to about anything, plus any banter goes. I've had the same circle of close friends since we were kids and we still do festivals and gigs. I've only just discovered TPD TV and subscribed and just listening to your banter cheers me up, but Choccy talking about his mental health with no frills or bullshit was like therapy itself. Keep up the good work lads. Much love Danny P (Burnley) ❤ 🤘✌

[@edd1e316]

Choccy articulates himself so well on this topic, props to both of you for doing this and handling it so well.

[@cameronlewis3897]

Let’s go baby!

[@SackoBoss1]

What a legend

[@callumhobday5867]

Love ya Choccy x

[@Ginnog]

we love you choc

[@els2249]

Choccy still rocking the festival look into autumn

[@connor8645]

and on a year where there have been 0 festivals

[@jackpearson7717]

Chocy is properly eloquent you know - Great work this fellas.

[@georgebacon758]

Cheers for being so open lads, really refreshing to see

[@JesusSwag6969]

I have BPD and this is the first time I heard someone talk that I genuinely think understands how I feel. I was crying listening, that's never happened to me.

[@hayleywood8753]

One of my pet peeves at the moment is people saying "you got this" or "I'm sorry you're feeling like this".. I don't need people to feel sorry, I need someone to have the initiative to say "yeah I'm not buying it.. tell me what's going". Kudos to you two for laying it all on the table and expressing that kind of vulnerability. This is the shit we need x

[@Ryan65439]

Already listened to the podcast. Came here just to say thank you for putting this out lads. I needed this now more than ever. I’m confident in saying you’ve saved a lot of people with this podcast alone 💙

[@Gizzzzzy]

We need a follow-up to this one guys, mental health issues are always there. Great poddy

[@stoikes]

Yep, living with depression here also. We're all here for eachother. One Love brothers and sisters xx

[@kaydownes2910]

More power to you Choccy, thank you for being so open. Much respect 🙏

[@OwenWoo]

Don't have depression or anything but this has opened my eyes so much. Definitely need more eyes on this, especially now with everything going on in the world and people not necessarily knowing how or what they're feeling. Class stuff.

[@minimatrix2763]

Choc speaks about this topic so well. As someone who’s had their own mental health struggles this is really helpful to hear .

[@praetoriansoil8998]

Despite the harrowing subject matter of which I can relate to first hand, I thoroughly enjoyed watching two friends share experiences and wisdoms. I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder and clinical depression 4 years ago but with those effects having prolonged for at least a decade prior to that diagnosis; Even though I was listening to someone else's experiences, this was still very cathartic for me and I'm sure many others will feel the same. I have been keeping up with TPDTV for around 3.5 years now and would like to thank you for all the CONTENT and hope to watch all you folks go from strength to strength. Love and peace x

[@simonryder1782]

Only just switched onto this channel and podcast and this is the first one i've watched. I'm a long term sufferer of severe depression and anxiety and some of what you've said i can completely relate. Especially when someone asks you how you are and you say not bad or ticking over. For me i have to project that everything is ok because if i don't i feel like people understand or will be like "oh here he goes, Mr negative" etc. So i put an act on whilst on the inside i could be feeling really bad. Also what you said about motivation and how you just don't want to do owt all the time and yet i have to drag myself about every day because i have a 4 year old son. And, having to change therapists so many times and explain everything from the beginning. Thank you for putting this stuff out there. Not enough blokes talk to each other like this, or if they want to they don't because sometimes you feel like others won't understand. Love your Festival Vlogs. Long time Downloader from Wakefield here. Keep up the good work chaps.

[@jakehill2861]

From watching the festivals videos Rob I went to Reading 2019 last year my first one having been inspired you are such a special guy man. We are all here as fans who (while we don't know you irl ) care for yah 😊💙

[@DavChrlz]

Well done guys, I definitely recommend TPD become a place for people to reach out to you guys for support. Talking openly about this shit is a million times better than any anti-depressant pill. A lot of people who enjoy festivals, gigs etc are looking for a release and you might be a good route to helping people deal with shit. Much love x

[@stooooogs8763]

“It’s a double, sleeps one now” lol fair play to you Rob! X

[@barryknight8149]

I'm currently in my 2nd week of being in bed unable to motivate myself and I've resorted to this podcast and leeds best camp videos thanks for your hard work and entertaining content its given me a boost to drag my arse out and do something xx

[@user-sq8ki8zi8u]

hope you're doing okay mate :)

[@andycrane2532]

Finally got round to watching this. Probably the best one so far. So honest and open. The world needs more of this now. I’ve been through stuff, I’ve helped and am helping people through stuff and it does need more attention and openness. Big love to everyone.

[@izzeydowning5391]

This is a podcast literally everyone needs to listen to. Thank you for being so open guys, mad respect, well done 💕

[@Ben-ch5vs]

Love this podcast, and Choccy speaks so well. Just listening to other people and realising they feel the same shit things i do makes me feel better in itself.

[@SA-nr8si]

Wow! Thanks for letting us listen in to a very difficult personal conversation. So damn refreshing to hear such honesty - mixed with some humour. Choccy, just keep living for your daughter, become the best version of yourself for her and make yourself and those who deserve your love proud. This excuse of a dad/grandad doesn’t deserve anything. Rob, I did wonder if you were struggling, well done on this podcast, hopefully it will help you too. I’ve suffered mental health issues and still am, but your refreshing approach to this subject is inspiring. Look after yourselves fellas.

[@JF0x]

This was such a great topic to explore openly, thanks both. I think it would be great to revisit this topic, given your demographic and that su*cide is sadly the leading cause of death for people under 35, and men under 50. Having frank and open discussions about our mental health, especially for men who are taught that “boys don’t cry” etc is super important.

[@samlucas8074]

Absolutely adore you boys, I’ve had shite mental health for the past 3/4 years and I don’t think you understand how your vids/podcasts help me. Fucking legends man, always look forward to your content

[@TheGameFaceHD]

Great podcast guys! I'm sure you two opening up like this will help a lot of people out there

[@Kirsty01773]

Legends! Thanks for bringing mental health to the table, not enough of this around. I've thought a few times the world would be better genuinely without me, thankfully I've not acted on this. The stigma surrounding admitting everything isn't tickety boo needs squashing, videos like this are definitely helping get us there, cheers lads x

[@stevenrose86]

I'm glad you've taken the decision to do this podcast, in light of the debate in the sanpelly squad. The fact people feel able to open up to the group should be celebrated, rather than complained about. If you're only in the group for the bants, then just ignore the posts and keep scrolling. Don't make people feel unable to post when they are struggling.

[@TheNic81]

After almost 20 years of panic attacks and anxiety I’m at the point now I tell it to fuck off and it goes away. Or ignoring it works, it doesn’t like when you ignoring it. But it has took many years to get to this place. Peace of mind to you all ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️xxx

[@Tenoimo]

Thank you for talking so openly about these topics.

[@MiaTheDreamer]

Taking care of your mental health is as important as taking care of your physical health. Remember,it’s okay not to be okay sometimes.. Seeking support and practicing self care are signs of strength, not weakness.. you are valued, you are loved and your well being matters.. you are not alone in this journey and there is always hope for brighter days ahead..❤

[@Dema_DontControlUs]

This is fucking refreshing lads. Glad to hear two guys speaking so openly about mental health

[@philipkelly5869]

Fair play lads. Takes some balls to proper open up about stuff like this. Much love

[@ipcstech]

excellent lads, relevant topic in these times and your open dialogue about your own issues is refreshing. keep it going.

[@TheRealMrSir]

My respect for you Guys putting out this kind of video, it will help a lot of people - myself included in those people!

[@thetoasterbob]

thanks lads! i really needed this to motivate me to better my life, big love! It takes a lot to talk about this shit. hopefully I'll be able to to do the same soon.

[@isabellabeckett-smith1473]

Thank-you so much. It's such an important topic and you should be very proud of yourselves for being so honest

[@markrobinson5444]

Amazing pod cast ❤

[@sadiecharmaine2582]

Chocky fan club 😎all of the of you are doing great things for society ❤️‍🔥

[@DuncYo]

You guys are great for each other!!

[@malahaxe]

All the love to you boys, this episode felt good thank you so much

[@lucyessex3826]

Waking up at the bottom. Choccy 100% you have put it into words. Thanks for doing this podcast guys, I imagine you have really helped people with this. (Also can I just add I had to correct my first sentence from 'taking up at the bottom' thanks samsung tablet)

[@AnnieJ_75]

Ngl this was hard to watch. I cried at some point because it was around that time that I was gonna take my own life. It was awful, I'd never felt that low in my entire life and I've been through a lot

[@revansphotography5062]

Cannot rate this podcast enough keep it up lads

[@OnlyJoeBryant]

Massive credit to you boys for opening up about your struggles, it’s not an easy thing to do! TPD has always given me abit of an escape throughout the years. Much love x

[@haz4lifer8]

Great podcast

[@youtubs3]

Great content as always chaps

[@djjackyp2]

I love me some Choc

[@benwoolas9977]

Amazing podcast, takes a lot to open up like this. I love the fact you spoke about this subject and still made it funny and entertaining (like always). Also choc if you come back to Dubai hit me up homie. GIMME THE LOOT

[@littlemisskitch]

Bpd is insidious and really ..its just a trauma response 💗 can relate choc!

[@yorkshiremonkey7576]

I do that with the car but usually leave the keys in the ignition 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joeshort2443]

“Im not gonna call my therapist anymore coz she’s sick of me” 😂😂😂 ...fucks sake Choccy I love you man 😂😂😂

[@finlayharrison8690]

Leadmill T Shirt Gang

[@John-sm5uu]

57:33 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kieranmcgill1015]

I work for CAMHS, i'm 22. Let me know if i can help anybody! It's not easy but we try our best :)

[@cantthinkofausername8698]

Let Rob speak man 😂

[@fernkennard8897]

🖤🖤

[@SuperSkullSplitter]

Lads, step one to dealing with your mental health, stop taking drugs. Step two, accept life is difficult and deal with it. Step three, get some responsibilities. I'm 35 now and lived a very similar life to you guys in my 20s, it's not good for you. Going out getting fucked all the time might seem like fun at the time but ultimately it's very unfulfilling so it'll lead to poor mental health. Plan for the next chapter in your lives and leave all the fucking about behind.

[@danieljones8093]

Great podcast.