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Mike Plunkett on Unlocking the Creative Mind: From Darkness to Discovery
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Welcome to today's episode where we journey with Mike Plunkett through the twists and turns of his life as a creative soul who battled the depths of addiction, depression, and the challenges of the pandemic lockdown.
Mike, an incredibly talented photographer, delved deep into creativity as an escape, utilising studio lights and household settings, even catching the eyes of magazine editors and gallery curators.
But beyond the luminous accolades lay dark shadows of personal struggles. From suicidal ideation, grappling with addiction, and seeking solace in therapy, his is a tale of resilience and rebirth.
Through community support from the LGBT foundation and a fresh understanding of neurodiversity and mental health, our conversation with Mike delves into the complexities of the human psyche and the power of redemption.
So, tune in as we unfold a story that encapsulates the essence of human struggle, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery. Show Highlights & Key Notes:
Neurodiversity with a guest and host. (0:03)
Photography, creativity, and neurodiversity. (1:30)
Career struggles and creativity. (6:12)
Career changes, creative outlets, and personal growth. (11:26)
Creativity, mental health, and photography during pandemic. (18:10)
Addiction recovery journey with ups and downs. (23:48)
Addiction, neurodiversity, and personal growth. (29:25)
And lot's more...
This episode is supercharged by Dynamis Group
https://dynamisgroup.com/
You can buy Amanda and Theo's new book 'Neurodiversity At Work here:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neurodiversity-Work-Performance-Productivity-Neurodiverse/dp/1398600245
Love the intro music... it's from a past guest High Contrast: Music is Everything
#NeurodiversityAtWork #Neurodiversity #ADHD
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Manage episode 377934312 series 2542783
Welcome to today's episode where we journey with Mike Plunkett through the twists and turns of his life as a creative soul who battled the depths of addiction, depression, and the challenges of the pandemic lockdown.
Mike, an incredibly talented photographer, delved deep into creativity as an escape, utilising studio lights and household settings, even catching the eyes of magazine editors and gallery curators.
But beyond the luminous accolades lay dark shadows of personal struggles. From suicidal ideation, grappling with addiction, and seeking solace in therapy, his is a tale of resilience and rebirth.
Through community support from the LGBT foundation and a fresh understanding of neurodiversity and mental health, our conversation with Mike delves into the complexities of the human psyche and the power of redemption.
So, tune in as we unfold a story that encapsulates the essence of human struggle, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery. Show Highlights & Key Notes:
Neurodiversity with a guest and host. (0:03)
Photography, creativity, and neurodiversity. (1:30)
Career struggles and creativity. (6:12)
Career changes, creative outlets, and personal growth. (11:26)
Creativity, mental health, and photography during pandemic. (18:10)
Addiction recovery journey with ups and downs. (23:48)
Addiction, neurodiversity, and personal growth. (29:25)
And lot's more...
This episode is supercharged by Dynamis Group
https://dynamisgroup.com/
You can buy Amanda and Theo's new book 'Neurodiversity At Work here:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neurodiversity-Work-Performance-Productivity-Neurodiverse/dp/1398600245
Love the intro music... it's from a past guest High Contrast: Music is Everything
#NeurodiversityAtWork #Neurodiversity #ADHD
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