The Conversation continues in this, the final episode, and part two with the extraordinarily delightful Laura Francis. I have to say, it was an absolute joy to spend time in Laura's company for the recording. Laura is so honest, so open, and so humbling she was able to trust me with her vulnerability of past experiences meaning I'm very confident, anyone listening to our conversation will not only be struck by what Laura has endured, but will be helped and uplifted by her. Inspired by her strength and courage. In this episode we spoke about: Her early years. How Laura dealt with being an only child, to then having twin siblings. The perception of those around her, and trying to fit in at a very early age. The difficult teen years and the lack of communication between herself and her parents. How physical illness is so much easier to speak about than mental illness. Why is no one listening to or helping me? Anger is pain, fear, or both? How uncomfortable it was to say things as a child. Turning negative thoughts to positive thoughts and of course... So much more!! For more information relating to Anorexia please see Overview - Anorexia - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/anorexia/overview/ Useful Mental Health Numbers & Websites. UK - In immediate danger or crisis 999 UK - Non Crisis Call 111 www.mind.org.uk www.mentalhealth.org.uk USA Call or Text 988 Canada Call 1-888-688-6810 or Text WELLNESS to 686868 for youth Call 1-888-585-0445 or Text WELLNESS to 741741 for adults Call 310-6789 (No area code needed) for emotional support, info & resources specific to mental health. Call kids Help Phone at 1-800-688-6868 to speak to a professional counsellor 24 hours a day. Germany - Telefon Seelsorge: Call 112 Life threatening crisis Police Call 110 Counselling & advice available online and also by calling - 0800 111 0111 0800 111 022 or 116 123 Music under intro: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/life-is-precious License code: LSJURTO8VVKM017U --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyrical-life/message