The Diary of an Average Joe

On this episode of Diary of an Average Joe, Christian Couzens speaks with Ben Dragon, who opens up about his journey of adapting to life with severe sight impairment caused by Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum. Ben shares the challenges he has faced since his diagnosis, how he uses a symbol cane to alert others to his condition, and the importance of resilience and family support. His story is one of hope and perseverance, offering insight into the emotional impact of sight loss and the power of adaptability.
Don’t miss this inspiring episode.
If you or anyone you know have been affected by any of the topics raised in this podcast, the following organisations may be able to offer support: 
https://www.pxe.org.uk/
https://sightforsurrey.org.uk/
https://www.mind.org.uk/
 

This week on Diary of an Average Joe, Christian Couzens speaks with Mark Pavlika, who shares his transformative journey from a life marked by addiction and rejection to finding peace and mindfulness. Mark’s candid discussion touches on his struggles with identity, growing up in a Jehovah’s Witness family, and how small steps towards change can lead to incredible personal transformation. He highlights the power of mindfulness and the value of living authentically.Don’t miss this inspiring episode.
 
If you or anyone you know have been affected by any of the topics raised in this podcast, the following organisations may be able to offer support: 
 
https://www.samaritans.org/
https://www.talktofrank.com/
https://www.mind.org.uk/