Welcome to the new episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior podcast. Host Dee Moore is joined by Dr. Roz Cooper, Clinical Psychologist. In this episode, Dr. Roz shares her expertise on managing uncertainty, particularly in the context of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

This episode is part four of our series on uncertainty. We have previously explored uncertainty from various perspectives, including those of clinicians, parents and pregnancy  with CKD. Today, we conclude the series by exploring practical strategies for managing uncertainty with Dr. Roz.

Dr. Roz discusses how our brains are wired to problem-solve and why uncertainty can be so challenging. She introduces practical strategies such as grounding techniques, scheduling worry, unhooking from thoughts, and understanding personal values. Additionally, the importance of peer support and accessing resources like the Reading Well Agency and mindfulness apps are highlighted.

If you're dealing with the uncertainty that comes with CKD or any other chronic illness, this episode offers valuable insights and tools to help you navigate these challenges.

Listen in for a wealth of practical advice and encouragement, and remember, you are not alone in this journey. Reach out to your renal team or mental health professionals for personalised support.

Thank you for tuning in to Diary of a Kidney Warrior podcast. Until next time, take care and choose to live.

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Resources shared by Dr Roz during the podcast

NHS Talking therapies https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/

Apps - Headspace, Smiling Mind

Worry time, Worry tree - https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips/self-help-cbt-techniques/tackling-your-worries/

Reading Well - https://readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/our-programmes-and-campaigns/reading-well/ 

Russ Harris books (list, can find to buy elsewhere - some aimed at therapists but some for the general public) https://www.actmindfully.com.au/product-category/books/

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infoKID provides information for parents and carers about kidney conditions in babies, children and young people.

https://infokid.org.uk/

If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:

Kidney Care UK

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 Mental health issues - Every Mind Matters - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Home - Mind

Samaritans

Tel: 116 123 (freephone)

[email protected]

Chris,

Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK

PO Box 90 90 Stirling FK8 2SA

samaritans.org

Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk.

You can visit some Samaritans branches in person.

Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).

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