James McIntosh Knit and Nibble | What it was like to suffer depression and how knitting helped him.

James McIntosh Knit and Nibble 1st February 2020 at The Woolpatch
James McIntosh MA and Dr Thomas Ernst FRCP talk openly and honestly at the Woolpatch, Long Melford about how homophobic abuse caused James to suffer from a moderately severe depressive episode. See the highlights in this 30minutes special episode.
James taught himself to knit through all of this. This is the story of how James, with his life partner Dr Thomas Ernst developed the concept of Knititation® - a mindfulness practice that brought joy back to James' life through hand knitting - resulting in the publication of the world award winning book - Knit and Nibble.
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Content Timings:
0:00 | What's coming up on the show
0:10 | Stuart & Aine introduce James McIntosh.
02:05 | James McIntosh The Highlights in small sections 1 to 4.
28:55 | Stuart shows you behind the scenes at Come Bye & Craft at The Woolpatch
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[@TheWoolpatch]

We'd love to hear your stories of how knitting or crafting has helped you regarding well being/mental health. Please share if you want to. If commenting please be kind too considering the topics covered. Stuart

[@marywilson6760]

Well that was a Brilliant video Stuart. A bit of everything, some sadness at how James was treated in the past, but so good now to hear him speak and a brilliant sense of humour. Think it will take me a while to forget "taking the bath panel off" so funny 😂 So wish we had a Knit and Natter like yours Stuart, beautiful crafts being done there. I started knitting when I had my eldest daughter, and knitted for each of my children, of the Mattinee Coat era (70's) and until my youngest Son was around 7. Shell Suit years and no I don't want a knitted jumper Mum. Sweatshirts took over and for a long long time gave up knitting. Then sadly 10 years ago, my youngest Son passed away suddenly and unexpected 😢 and knitting was my happy place. Helped me through all the years on and off. Only in the last few years I have started to knit myself small items in the Autumn/Winter months. And now I have found your brilliant videos Stuart, and John too will help to keep me in my happy place. Thank you Stuart. 😊🧶

[@lizdavies8030]

Best speach i have heard in ages

[@FiberHustle]

Thank you for posting this episode. I actually watched it twice. Knitting is something that always brings me out of a funk.

[@KatieCannonDesigns]

Thanks for sharing this. Knitting is a great way to focus on something positive when you are going through a dark time.

[@TheWoolpatch]

So very true. Stuart

[@megconnell823]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I can’t believe nobody has asked about details for that gorgeous pink jumper! It’s great to knit but a benefit if you love what you’re knitting and that would do it for me!

[@TheWoolpatch]

Aww thanks Meg for your kind words!

[@kerryclarke6501]

What a wonderful episode. Thank you both for what you do in sharing your love of ^the crafting" and bringing lovely stories like these.

[@TheWoolpatch]

Awww thanks Kerry - that is really appreciated. Stuart

[@davejencowan9163]

Oh, thanks, you two, for doing this reminder of a fabulous day - James’s story had such an impact, he’s a grand story teller, and the way his problems were resolved was wonderful. Three cheers for James and the lovely Dr. Thomas - I could have listened to his dulcet tones all day long, so maybe he could release a CD of his relaxing mindfulness exercise??!! Just a thought!! Jen xx❤️❤️

[@TheWoolpatch]

You're so right Jen - his story had a huge impact....we're still talking about it in the shop here! Stuart

[@MrGORDO379]

Aww what a wonderful podcast thank so much, I can relate, a wonderful and beautiful story ❤️👍🙂

[@TheWoolpatch]

Thanks Gordon - It does strike a chord with so many. Hope you're keeping safe and well where you are at this time. Stuart

[@carolinebell7779]

Hi, really enjoyed watching this lovely podcast. Also I love the Aran sweater that you are wearing? Did you make it yourself? What pattern is it and what yarn did you use ? Thanks ❤

[@TheWoolpatch]

thanks Caroline. OOoo I'll ask Áine when I see her this Saturday. I recall it being a bought one however, not hand knitted, I'll come back to you if that was different.

[@carolinebell7779]

Thanks