In Part 2 of this deeply personal conversation, Jessie Jeff returns to speak with Sam about the reality of life on the frontlines—as a paramedic, as a survivor of the Covid crisis, and as a man on a journey to radical self-acceptance.Jessie opens up about the silent strain behind the sirens: mental health challenges in the NHS, the emotional aftermath of Covid, and the strength it takes to keep showing up for others while learning to show up for yourself. From navigating burnout and broken systems to learning how to be authentically himself, Jessie’s story is as human as it gets.This is a candid, compassionate, and important episode for anyone who's ever struggled to find balance between service and self, strength and softness, identity and acceptance. ❤️‍🩹⏰ Chapters:00:00 – Welcome back with Jessie Jeff03:00 – The realities of being a paramedic07:45 – Burnout, bureaucracy & underfunded services13:30 – The unseen trauma of working through Covid18:50 – Loneliness, anxiety, and losing support systems24:10 – Mental health in the emergency services30:00 – Self-acceptance and finding peace in identity37:10 – Confidence, doubt, and pushing through fear44:30 – Final reflections & inspiring words from Jessie💚 Mental Health Support ResourcesIf you or someone you know needs help, here are free, confidential services you can reach out to:Mind – Mental health support & resources: https://www.mind.org.ukShout – Free 24/7 text support: https://giveusashout.orgSamaritans – Call or chat 24/7: https://www.samaritans.orgCALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – https://www.thecalmzone.net🔗 Stay Connected & Support the Show🌐 Website: https://www.airingitoutpodcast.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/airingitpod/🎧 Spotify: https://shorturl.at/HQkP3📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@airingitpod☕ Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/airingitoutpodcast🎥 Produced by iBenjamin Creative

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