Elliot- Breaking Free: Style, Struggles, and the Power of Forgiveness

Season One
Written By Aidan Bindley

Elliot (he/they) is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community as they are non-binary and known for their vibrant personality, which are important parts of their identity.

Aidan sits down with Elliot, whose journey through identity, substance struggles, self-harm, and depression is both raw and inspiring. As someone who has faced deep emotional challenges but continues to show up with love, humour, and honesty, Elliot shares what it really means to survive when your world doesn’t always make space for you.

Together, they talk about the reality of being non-binary and pansexual, the pressure to perform healing before it's real, and what it feels like to battle thoughts that don’t always make sense. They also reflect on the power of forgiveness, the comfort of chosen family, and the importance of finding peace in your own skin.

This is a conversation filled with truth, softness, strength, and the reminder that no feeling lasts forever.

If you or someone else you know requires mental health support at any time, no matter what, remember it is important to never suffer in silence. Be a part of the change and start talking. Below are the helplines listed in the episode:

  • Samaritans 116 123 (Free, 24/7)

  • SHOUT Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 (Free, 24/7)

  • Mind 0300 123 3393 or text 86463

  • Papyrus HOPELINE247 (for people under 35) 0800 068 41 41 / Text 07860 039 967

  • Childline (for under 19s) 0800 1111 (Free, 24/7)

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6It0NUf9Mpe6P4O4Ty5z48?si=iYJfsjJLQEax2iqGkvLYgw

Aidan Bindley
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