Mark Kozminski (TW)

Mark Kozminski (TW)

Author: Samantha Baines June 1, 2022 Duration: 58:11

"I was in a car crash, so I was arrested for drink driving and wrote off my car" - Mark Kozminski


Coach Mark Kozminski joins Samantha Baines for a very honest chat about his divorce and addictions. The two discuss goals, self sabotage, bringing up children and being vulnerable. Mark explains his moment of change being a horrific car crash, after which he was arrested for drink driving and then did a work out in his jail cell to change his mind set (as you do). He is very open about a culture of drinking after work and the signs that his gambling was getting out of control. As part of his recovery journey, Mark discusses the importance of moving everyday, talking and also talking in ink - writing down what you want from your life.


Mark's company is called Blue Mind Approach www.bluemindapproach.com


Trigger warning: gambling and alcohol addiction


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Navigating the end of a relationship is often portrayed as purely tragic, but there’s another side to the story-one filled with unexpected laughs, hard-won wisdom, and genuine resilience. That’s the space explored in The Divorce Social, hosted by award-winning author, actor, and broadcaster Samantha Baines. Having been through a divorce herself, she brings a uniquely empathetic and refreshingly light-hearted perspective to a topic that can feel overwhelmingly heavy. This acclaimed podcast, recognized with awards including a bronze at the British Podcast Awards and an International Women’s Podcast Award, sits at the intersection of society, culture, and mental health, treating breakups not as an ending but as a complex human experience worth examining. Each episode feels like a candid conversation with a friend, as Samantha interviews a variety of guests about their own splits. The discussions are penetrative, getting into the real emotional and practical fallout, but they’re also genuinely funny and full of life. You’ll hear stories that cover the full spectrum-from the logistical headaches and emotional turmoil to the surprising moments of liberation and self-discovery. It’s about fitness for your mental health, education on navigating legal and social shifts, and ultimately, the rebuilding of relationships, most importantly the one with yourself. Tuning into this podcast offers a sense of community and a powerful reminder that you’re not alone, all while delivering the kind of honest, comforting, and often hilarious talk that makes the journey a little less daunting.
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