Season 2025: Episode 11. Jonathan Kemp shares his lifelong mental health journey
For years he struggled with his undiagnosed BiPolar disease. He had several careers and tried several healing modalities.
Oddly, he found focusing on his work and working hard did help and when he went back to school as an adult, he ended up developing a note-taking method that he grew into a business.
When he finally found a good psychiatrist, and was put on the proper medications, he said it was like a miracle -- he could function normally and he has felt better ever since.
To keep his health balanced, he follows 14 Foundations, which he outlines in his book "Finding Peacce of Mind."
Some of Jonathan’s 14 Foundations are:
1. Get good regular sleep, go to bed at the same time, get up at the same time.
2. Be part of a community.
3. Being present and in the moment.
4. Meditation
5. Having structure to your day (having breakfast at the same time, dinner at the same time, etc.)
6. Have a written plan for the day (write it the night before).
7. Not letting your slip-ups define the whole rest of the day {“You can start your day again at any time.”)
Jonathan’s new book is called "Finding Peace of Mind" (and all of his profits will go to mental health nonprofits). About the book:
Finding Peace of Mind: An Inspirational Journey Through Bipolar, Depression, Addiction And... Dyslexia is a memoir by Jonathan Kemp that details his experiences living with bipolar disorder, depression, addiction, and dyslexia. The book chronicles his path from a difficult past to a place of healing and resilience, offering insights into managing mental health and neurodiversity. It serves as a resource for those seeking understanding and hope, providing practical strategies for emotional resilience and self-awareness. Jonathan Kemp was born a future Viscount, but wealth and privilege did not protect him from his own brain malfunctioning.
He is also planning on doing a 7-month walk through the UK to support mental health efforts and raise awareness (he will give talks and interviews along the way and donate those proceeds to mental health nonprofits as well).
PLUS, if you buy the book, you get a code for free access to his note-taking training called “Smart Wisdom.”!! It’s the complete high-quality online course you would get from him in person.
Find him on social media:
He is on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankemplondon/
and Facebook: Jonathan Kemp (add “London” to your search)
Website will be available soon – Jonathan Kemp.com
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