How do you learn to accept yourself after years of trying to be someone else?

In today’s episode, John is joined by comedian, writer and podcaster Suzi Ruffell.

Suzi opens up about how childhood anxiety shaped her early life, from intrusive thoughts and compulsive checking, to the fear of losing loved ones. She reflects on how these anxieties have evolved in the age of social media, and why she feels truly peaceful and present when performing on-stage.

Suzi also explores her experience of coming out, navigating self-acceptance and why giving a platform to queer stories is so important in today’s ever-changing world. 

Suzi’s book Am I Having Fun Now? Is available now.

On Thursday in our bonus episode The Gratitude List, Suzi shares the things that she is currently grateful for.

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In this week’s bonus episode, Wall Street financier, broadcaster and former Director of Communications for Donald Trump Anthony Scaramucci shares what he is grateful for, health and his relationship with his wife feature, as well as finding inspiration from Viktor Frankl’s book Man’s Search for Meaning.

Head to the main episode to hear Anthony speak about how his childhood shaped his approach to work, and how it ultimately prepared him for one of the most high-pressure roles in politics today. 

Anthony’s book From Wall Street To The White House and Back is available now.

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How do you handle working with Donald Trump, and what happens when failure plays out in public?

John is joined by Anthony Scaramucci, Wall Street financier, broadcaster and former Director of Communications for Donald Trump.

Anthony reflects on how his childhood shaped his approach to work, and how it ultimately prepared him for one of the most high-pressure roles in politics today. He shares what the experience taught him about pressure, loyalty and knowing when to walk away. 

Anthony also opens up about failure on a global stage, the importance of self-awareness and why integrity is so important. 

Anthony’s book From Wall Street To The White House and Back is available now.

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In this week’s bonus episode, campaigner Esther Ghey shares what she is grateful for. John and Esther reflect on silent retreats, time with friends, morning walks and the tulips in Postman’s Park, as well as the work of the Brianna Ghey Legacy project team. 

Head to the main episode to hear Esther speak about how her own past has shaped her capacity for compassion, and how mindfulness became a lifeline in the aftermath of her daughter’s death.

Esther’s book Under a Pink Sky is available now. 

You can find out more about Esther’s campaigning work via Phone Free Education and Brianna Ghey Legacy Project

If you need support, you can find advice and someone to talk to by visiting Mind or Samaritans.

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How do you navigate the world after the murder of your child?

John is joined by Esther Ghey, mother of Brianna Ghey who was murdered in 2023. Following her daughter’s death, Esther found herself confronting an online world filled with hostility and harm.

Esther shares how her own past has shaped her capacity for compassion, and how mindfulness became a lifeline in the aftermath of her daughter’s death. Now, Esther is campaigning for phone-free schools, and shares urgent insights for parents navigating the difficulties of the online world.

Esther’s book Under a Pink Sky is available now. 

You can find out more about Esther’s campaigning work via Phone Free Education and Brianna Ghey Legacy Project

There’ll be more from Esther on Thursday in our bonus episode, The Gratitude List, where she shares the five things she’s most grateful for right now.

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In this week’s bonus episode, comedian, podcaster, writer and actor Alison Spittle shares the things she’s grateful for. Podcasting, the TV show Pointless, and late-90s pop bands such as the Spice Girls and S Club 7 all feature, along with Mounjaro and the freedom that comes from not constantly thinking about food.

Head to the main episode to hear Alison speak about using food as protection, how it shaped her sense of self, and her journey through weight change.

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What does it mean when your coping mechanism stops working for you?

John speaks to comedian, podcaster, writer and actor Alison Spittle about using food as protection, and how it shaped her sense of self. 

After a serious health scare forced a change, Alison found herself confronting feelings she had numbed with food. She reflects on being treated differently since her weight change, how it feels to address emotions she had previously buried, and the complexity of labels.

On Thursday in our bonus episode The Gratitude List, Alison shares the 5 things that she is currently grateful for.

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In this week’s bonus episode best-selling author, podcaster and TV host Richard Osman shares the things he's grateful for. Having suffered with poor eyesight his whole life, Richard appreciates the things he can see. Daytime TV and sport also feature, along with a detailed discussion about Ronnie O'Sullivan and what the last signs of humanity might be.

Head to the main episode to hear about Richard's food addiction, his relationship with shame and navigating changing behavioural patterns.

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John is joined by best-selling author, podcaster and TV host Richard Osman for a conversation about food addiction, shame, and the challenge of changing behavioural patterns. 

Richard reflects on how his addiction developed during childhood, and why he sought therapy in his thirties after becoming “tired of weird behaviour”. 

Richard also speaks about his relationship with shame and how he manages it, as well as sharing some practical insights for anyone navigating similar struggles with food addiction.

There’ll be more from Richard on Thursday in our bonus episode, The Gratitude List, where he shares the five things he’s most grateful for right now.

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How Do You Cope is back for a brand new series! 

Each week John Robins will be speaking to fascinating guests, including former Communications Director to Donald Trump Anthony Scaramucci, comedian Alison Spittle and campaigner and author Esther Ghey. 

The first episode drops on Monday 20th April and features author, podcaster and TV host Richard Osman.

Gratitude List bonus episodes are back on Thursdays too.

Plus, now you can watch watch full episodes on YouTube.

Subscribe to make sure you don’t miss out!

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In this week’s bonus episode journalist, author and broadcaster Bryony Gordon shares the things she’s grateful for. Books, free coffees and Arsenal football club feature, along with discussions of the vital importance of rightsizing.

Head to the main episode to hear about Bryony’s difficult journey from alcohol and drug addiction to sobriety, her coping mechanisms for quieting the negative voice in her head, and the role that moving and exercise now play in her life.

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