Best Abigail McDonnell Podcasts (2024)

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S2 E12: Tricky Transitions 10:34

4y ago10:34

10:34

Hello all! It has been a minute! I’ve decided with this podcast that I’m only gonna make an episode when the inspiration strikes, I think it’s a good way to not force my creativity and keeps things fresh! I am back in Dublin now and in this episode I talk about the anxiety and paranoia I’ve been experiencing through the reopening of the country and…

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S2 E11: Kindness Reminder 9:37

4+ y ago9:37

9:37

In this episode I talk a little bit about the current situation we’re in, as well as how important it is to be kind at this difficult time. Whether that be a small message to a friend you haven’t talked to in a while or just a nice comment underneath someone’s post! Small changes make big differences to someone’s day these days.…

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S2 E10: Isolation and me 15:42

4+ y ago15:42

15:42

In this episode I talk a bit about the current situation we are all finding ourselves in today, a pandemic. This can be an extremely scary and worrying time for all so in this episode I share some of my thoughts and tips on how to look after your mind during this trying time.

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S2 E9: The Trouble with Twitter 18:08

4+ y ago18:08

18:08

TW: mention of suicide in this episode. This week I talk about how dangerous twitter and cancel culture can be. I believe you’re allowed to an opinion, but if it’s negatively aimed at an individual,keep it offline. Be kind.

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S2 E8: Hello 2020 how are ya 18:06

4+ y ago18:06

18:06

In this episode I reflect a little back on the year past, all I’ve achieved but all the hard things as well. The end of 2019 has been really hard for my family and I but it’s so important for me to reflect and move on with some positivity taken from it. Happy new year to you all and I hope 2020 brings you all you deserve x x…

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S2 E7: Winter Blues 18:23

4+ y ago18:23

18:23

In this episode I update you all a bit about where I’ve been and what I’ve been doing recently. It’s been hard for me to stay on top of doing this podcast because of Winter. Winter is such a difficult time for me and here I talk a little bit about how it effects me and how I’m planning to over come it! Winter can be a hard time for a lot of people …

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S2 E6: Alittlegail Asks Keelin Moncrieff 33:32

4+ y ago33:32

33:32

In this episode I talk to the amazing Keelin Moncrieff about Climate Anxiety. Climate anxiety is something that’s been bothering me and a lot of people for a long time now, and it’s important to acknowledge it and accept that we are trying out best! Keelin gives some of her advice and tips on how to improve on being eco conscious and how to deal wi…

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S2 E5: Surviving Secondary School 20:14

5y ago20:14

20:14

In this episode I talk a bit about my secondary school experience and some statistics I received from my Instagram. Secondary school is a hard time and you need to learn to look after yourself at a young age but we’re not all taught to do so. Take time for your mind and remember that school is not the end of the world…

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S2 E4: The Shona Project- Shine 2019 17:28

5y ago17:28

17:28

In this episode I update you all on what I’ve been doing this past week for mental health awareness week. From Zeminar to Walk in my Shoes radio, I’ve been so busy! This episode I focus on one of the events I attended the last week, Shine 2019, an event by The Shona Project in association with Beat 102103. Such an amazing event to attend and so upl…

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S2 E3: Making time for my Mind 17:34

5y ago17:34

17:34

In this episode I talk about my arrival back at college and the importance of a good routine to make time for yourself. So many young people get burnt out and overwhelmed with the mix of college and maybe part time work that it’s so important to take the time out to look after yourself. Any suggestions or comments please let me know!x…

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S2 E2: Crazy about College 15:49

5y ago15:49

15:49

Hi all! In this weeks episode I touch back on the subject of college, seeing as a lot of people are starting or returning to college these past few weeks! College can be such a daunting time for so many people and it’s so normal to be nervous and overwhelmed about things such as friends, courses and studying! These are just little tips from my expe…

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S2 E1: Guess who’s back? 11:14

5y ago11:14

11:14

Hello all! I’m back and ready for some season two fun! This episode is just a little update to where I’ve been and what I’ve been doing this summer! Also talking about how I’ve been doing mentally. It’s okay to have down days and it’s okay to ask for help, and that’s what I’m doing, no shame attached! Any suggestions or comments please let me know …

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Episode 18: Alittlegail Asks Clara.. 32:14

5y ago32:14

32:14

TRIGGER WARNING - mention of eating disorders in this episode. In this episode I chat to the amazing Clara Hand. Clara has been though so much in her life and now she is turning her difficult experiences to advice and helping others through her Instagram and her work with different groups! Clara will be starting a new series on her instagram called…

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Episode 17: To drink or not to drink 17:54

5y ago17:54

17:54

In this episode I talk about my relationship with drink and how it affects my mental illness. In today’s world, especially in Ireland it’s hard to socialise without drinking, I discuss what changes I’d like to see in the future! As per usual these opinions and advice stem from my own personal experience, nothing professional. Enjoy!…

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Episode 16: Coping with Change 12:09

5y ago12:09

12:09

In this episode I talk a little bit about my transition from Erasmus to life back home and how it is affecting me. Change can be so hard for someone with anxiety and it’s taking me longer to get back to my feet than I’d imagined but I’ll get there eventually. Hope you enjoy and as per usual look after yourselves kidz xo…

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Episode 15: Battle of the Body 15:25

5y ago15:25

15:25

In this weeks episode I talk all things self esteem. How I think social media has warped our perception of beauty and how I’m trying to deal with not being the most confident in my body.

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Episode 14: Social Media Strugglezz 21:16

5y ago21:16

21:16

This weeks episode is all about social media. Social media can be a scary place when you’re feeling down, it can also be a place that can lead you to that down place. It’s important to make your social media accounts a safe, positive place for you. All feedback and suggestions are so appreciated and as per usual look after yourselves kidzz xo…

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Episode 13: Down Days 11:59

5+ y ago11:59

11:59

This episode is just a little update of how I've been doing the past week. I want to normalize the conversation of mental health as much as possible, and by sharing my most vulnerable moments I think that will encourage others. Not much else to say except for look after yourselves kidz xo

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Episode 12: Green Ribbon Month 21:43

5+ y ago21:43

21:43

In this episode I talk all things about the Green Ribbon campaign by See Change. This is my third year being a See Change ambassador and I’m so proud and honoured to be involved with such an amazing organisation! You can get your free green ribbon in AIB branches, Irish rail stations, Boots stores and Eir Stores! Check out seechange.ie for more inf…

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Episode 11: That First Conversation 18:10

5+ y ago18:10

18:10

TW - *mention of suicide*In this episode I talk all about that difficult first conversation of telling someone that you're struggling. Telling someone you’re not feeling well is really hard and can be quite daunting to so many. I talk about my advice and opinions on how to talk to someone and some of the resources at there. As I say normally, I’m n…

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Episode 10: Overthinking about overthinking 21:05

5+ y ago21:05

21:05

This week I asked you guys what you wanted to hear and overthinking was a big request! I discuss what my followers say they overthink about and how I usually stop myself from overthinking. As per usual I’m not a professional, these are my own experiences, my own personal opinions and advice! Look after yourselves kidz xo…

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Episode 9: Bad days, Self Care and Tears. 10:17

5+ y ago10:17

10:17

In this weeks episode I talk all about self care, how I deal with my bad days and the importance of a good cry. Look after yourselves kidz xxx

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Episode 8: Paranoia, Here we go again! 13:47

5+ y ago13:47

13:47

In this episode I talk about my experience with paranoia and how I’ve dealt with it throughout the years. Paranoia is a part of mental illness that you don’t hear about often but it’s important to highlight it! We need to let people know that they are not alone in their experiences. As per usual look after yourselves kidz xo…

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Episode 7: Panicking about Panic Attacks 14:02

5+ y ago14:02

14:02

In this episode I talk all about panic attacks, what they mean for me and how I deal with them. Panic attacks are nothing to be ashamed of and all you have to do is learn how to cope with them. As per usual look after yourselves kids xx

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Episode 6: Male Mental Health 12:02

5+ y ago12:02

12:02

*TRIGGER WARNING*In this episode I talk about the epidemic that is male mental health and the stigma that lies around it. There is mentions of suicide in this episode so please refrain from listening if that can be a trigger for you at this time. As per usual, look after yourselves kids xx

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Episode 5: Tackling Mental Health in College 22:29

5+ y ago22:29

22:29

In this episode I discuss different aspects of college and how they can affect your mental health. I talk about how I have dealt with different issues in college and I am doing so far! Much love always and look after yourselves kids xo

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Episode 4: Accepting Anxiety 12:37

5+ y ago12:37

12:37

In this episode I talk about how important it is for me to accept my anxiety in order for me to live my life. It’s the little things that can make a difference

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S1 E3: A Siblings Perspective 20:28

5+ y ago20:28

20:28

Trigger Warning!! Mentions of suicide/self harm. In this episode I talk to my sister Hannah about her experience with living with me during my mental health issues. Moral of the story is that your mental health should be your number one priority, you can’t look after others until you look after yourself. Apologies for our use of profanity, we get a…

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S1 E2: My Journey so Far 12:28

5+ y ago12:28

12:28

In this episode I talk a little bit about my mental health journey so far, what I think about the system and how I’m doing now! Hope you enjoy, all feedback is appreciated! Abigail X

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S1 E1: Starting the conversation 6:31

5+ y ago6:31

6:31

Introduction to my new podcast “alittlegail asks”. Let me know who’d you like to hear on the following episodes! P.S I realise I said “ a problem shared is a problem solved” I meant “halved” sorry!! Though in some ways, once you share a problem it can lead to the solution! See you next week, Abigail X…

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Abigail McDonnell Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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S2 E12: Tricky Transitions 10:34

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S2 E11: Kindness Reminder 9:37

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S2 E10: Isolation and me 15:42

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S2 E9: The Trouble with Twitter 18:08

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S2 E8: Hello 2020 how are ya 18:06

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S2 E7: Winter Blues 18:23

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S2 E6: Alittlegail Asks Keelin Moncrieff 33:32

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S2 E5: Surviving Secondary School 20:14

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S2 E4: The Shona Project- Shine 2019 17:28

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S2 E3: Making time for my Mind 17:34

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S2 E2: Crazy about College 15:49

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S2 E1: Guess who’s back? 11:14

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Episode 18: Alittlegail Asks Clara.. 32:14

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Episode 17: To drink or not to drink 17:54

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Episode 16: Coping with Change 12:09

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Episode 15: Battle of the Body 15:25

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Episode 14: Social Media Strugglezz 21:16

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Episode 13: Down Days 11:59

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Episode 12: Green Ribbon Month 21:43

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Episode 11: That First Conversation 18:10

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Episode 10: Overthinking about overthinking 21:05

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Episode 9: Bad days, Self Care and Tears. 10:17

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Episode 8: Paranoia, Here we go again! 13:47

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Episode 7: Panicking about Panic Attacks 14:02

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Episode 6: Male Mental Health 12:02

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Episode 5: Tackling Mental Health in College 22:29

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Episode 4: Accepting Anxiety 12:37

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S1 E3: A Siblings Perspective 20:28

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S1 E2: My Journey so Far 12:28

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S1 E1: Starting the conversation 6:31

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