I'm Fine – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Long COVID has affected an estimated 65 million people worldwide, leaving many to navigate life with ongoing symptoms.Long COVID, a condition affecting an estimated 65 million people worldwide, can bring a wide range of lingering symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, chronic pain, and respiratory issues, often lasting for months or even years.

In this heartfelt episode, Jean speaks with Lilly Downs, an advocate for long COVID recovery, who shares her personal journey through illness, resilience, and finding joy amidst adversity. Lilly discusses her experiences with long COVID, autoimmune disorders, and chronic pain, and how these challenges have reshaped her view on life, happiness, and priorities.

a little about Lilly from Lilly: Hi! I’m Lilly, I’m 20 years old & have been battling my own body since getting covid in 2020. My GI tract became paralyzed, my immune system went haywire & I have spent over 9 months fighting for my life in the hospital. I started making TikToks to document my journey & destigmatize life with chronic illness, feeding tubes & a central line.  

You can follow Lilly on TikTok @lillydowns 

01:00 - Lilly's Initial COVID Diagnosis and living with chronic pain and multiple diagnoses 

07:00 - Coping with pain from a young age 

14:00 - Accepting the reality of your own mortality and shifting your life priorities 

20:00 - Finding support and building community and the integral role of nurses in her recovery 

23:00 - Self-care through creative outlets and finding independence

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Host : Jean Campbell

Guest: Lilly Downs

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach 

Composer: Edoardo Vella 

In this compelling episode, Jean Campbell and Edward Burgess Wells sit down with world-class photographer Jamie Hawkesworth. Jamie shares his remarkable journey from amateur photographer to photographing the covers of VOGUE, diving deeply into his decade-long struggle with chronic back pain and how it has influenced his work and life. This episode explores the intersection of creativity and pain, resilience in the face of a seemingly insurmountable challenge, and the transformative power of discipline and acceptance.

Hawkesworth was born in Ipswich, Suffolk in 1987. Initially introduced to photography as part of his forensic science degree, he then switched to study the medium, graduating from the University of Lancashire in 2009 with a BA in Photography. Hawkesworth’s Preston Bus Station was published in 2017; On Keeping a Notebook in 2019; and The British Isles in 2021. In 2018 he received the Award for Editorial, Advertising and Fashion Photography from the Royal Photographic Society. He has worked on editorial campaigns, catalogues and commissions for Alexander McQueen, J.W.Anderson and Loewe, amongst many others. His documentary works have been exhibited in London, Amsterdam and New York. His work is held in the permanent collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London and Huis Marseille, Amsterdam.

Hawkesworth lives and works in London. - Current exhibition https://huxleyparlour.com

00:00 - Introduction to Jamie Hawkesworth

02:00 - Jamie and Jean's First Meeting

6:08 - Photographing Through Pain

14:49 - Turning Point and Recovery

25:34 - Physiotherapy and Managing Pain

28:32 - Current Routine and Final Reflections


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Host: Jean Campbell

Co-host: Ed Burgess-Wells 

Guest: Jamie Hawkesworth 

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella 

Today we are thrilled to have Dr. Charlotte Small, Chief Medical Officer at the UK’s Leva Clinic, on the podcast. The Leva Clinic, based in the UK and integrated with NHS services, specializes in personalized chronic pain management, advocating for individualized treatment approaches tailored to each patient's needs. In this episode, Dr. Small shares her innovative work and stresses the importance of advocating for yourself. Dr. Small also discusses conditions such as fibromyalgia, certain types of migraines, and irritable bowel syndrome, where there is limited general social understanding and many misconceptions. She addresses myths about pain conditions being fabricated and emphasizes the importance of educating the public about these often misunderstood conditions. Dr. Small delves into the profound impact chronic pain can have on a person's life, highlighting how it affects mental well-being and the psychological aspects intertwined with pain management. Additionally, she explores the connections between pain and trauma, as well as pain in relation to neurodiversity, offering valuable insights into these complex relationships. Notably, 13 to 18 percent of the population in the UK will live with moderate or severe chronic pain conditions, underscoring the significance of the work being done at the Leva Clinic.

Dr. Small started her anaesthetics training in the Royal Air Force and was previously the Virtual Reality Lead within the Academic Department of Military Anaesthesia and Critical Care.

She was the Chair of the West Midlands Trainee Research in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Network and completed a PhD at the University of Birmingham and an MSc in Pain Management at Cardiff University.

She has experience in treating a range of chronic pain conditions and is the co-founder of the Skylark Project, improving access to care for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, alongside the Flying Child Project.

Learn more about Leva Clinic at https://www.levaclinic.com/ and connect @levaclinic on Instagram and Facebook

Featured resources from this episode:

Dr. Small recommends reading It's All In Your Head by Suzanne O'Sullivan for those experiencing or who want to learn more about chronic pain and misunderstood conditions.

Learn more about The Flying Child - UK-based, survivor-led, non-profit organisation, founded by Sophie Olson – a survivor of intrafamilial CSA.  Their aim is to normalise speaking about child sexual abuse, in society, in professional settings and within the survivor community itself.

Learn more about Skylarks - UK-based independent charity offering a range of activities for children with additional needs, their siblings and parents/carers, both online and face-to-face.

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Host: Jean Campbell 

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Sigourney Watson 

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella

In this episode teacher, author, and founder of the School of Womanly Arts, Regena Thomashauer, shares with us  her transformative journey to reclaiming her sensuality, self-worth, and feminine power. 

Regena Thomashauer (a.k.a. “Mama Gena”) is a best-selling author, media personality, and founder and CEO of the School of Womanly Arts.

She’s on a mission to help women reclaim their power by tapping into the divine feminine and infusing their lives with the lost art of pleasure. Thomashauer’s approach stems from decades of research in the social, cultural, and economic history of women, with a distinctive style that is at once irreverent, unwavering, and affirming. In addition to leading the School of Womanly Arts, Thomashauer has authored four popular books, including New York Times Bestseller, Pussy: A Reclamation. She’s been featured widely as a leading expert in modern feminism. Join the global movement and learn more about Mama Gena at https://mamagenas.com/

You can follow Regena on Facebook and Instagram

Learn more about Regena’s Virtual Pleasure Bootcamp at https://virtualpleasurebootcamp.com/

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Host: Jean Campbell 

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Sigourney Watson 

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella

In this episode, Dr. Wayne Kampers delves into his innovative approach to managing chronic pain through the principles of neuroplasticity. 

Dr. Wayne Kampers started his career as the medical director of a busy GP practice in Canada, frustrated by the limitations of ten-minute mental health consultations. Seeking more time to understand his patients, he moved to the UK and specialized in psychiatry.

With over 35 years in medicine and 25 years as an Integrative Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr. Kampers has expertise in General Practice, General Adult, and Elderly Care psychiatry. He focuses on:

• Chronic Primary Pain and Medically Unexplained Symptoms (MUS)
• Undiagnosed ADHD, especially in women
• Female hormonal mental health issues
• The impact of mental health on the autonomic nervous system

He advocates for precision medicine, genetic testing, and the role of psychedelics in psychiatry. His biopsychosocial approach targets Chronic Primary Pain, Chronic Functional Syndromes, and MUS.

Dr. Kampers uses a diagnostic hierarchy to avoid comorbidity and polypharmacy, with special interests in:

• Chronic Primary Pain (neuroplastic pain)
• Undiagnosed ADHD and ADD
• Female Hormonal Mental Health
• Psychedelic Assisted Therapy and Cannabis-Based Medicinal Products
• The Dysregulated Autonomic Nervous System

He has chaired panels on Chronic Primary Pain, is a member of several professional organizations, and developed The Pain Recovery Program after recovering from neuroplastic pain himself. He leads Ketamine Assisted Therapy Clinics in London and supports MDMA and Psilocybin-assisted therapy.

His career spans three continents, offering an international and culturally sensitive approach to psychiatry.

You can learn more about the Curable app here https://www.curablehealth.com/ 

You can learn more about Dr. Wayne Kampers by visiting https://www.drwaynekampers.co.uk/

Today's episode is proudly brought to you by Hiro Capital. HIRO Capital is a London based Venture Capital firm investing globally in the digital future of Sports, Fitness, Wellness and Longevity. HIRO believes that sport, fitness and play are deep natural behaviours that make humans happier and healthier - and that digital technologies such as wearables and AI can help make us smarter about our bodies and minds. HIRO strongly supports Jean’s mission to bring information, expertise and openness to the experience of living with pain and to use exercise and meditation for recovery. You can learn more about Hiro Capitol by visiting https://hiro.capital/ 

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Thank you to our sponsor Hiro Capital 

Host: Jean Campbell 

Co-host: Ed Burgess-Wells 

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Sigourney Watson 

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella

This week fashion icon Penelope Tree discusses her very personal battle with an eating disorder and her path to finding hope.

Penelope Tree was born in New York where she attended school. At the age of 16 she was scouted by Richard Avedon at Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball.

Thanks to the encouragement of Diana Vreeland, Richard Avedon and Guy Bourdin, she soon became a top model and in 1968, she moved to London to live with David Bailey and continued to work with him for the next few years until a bad case of cystic acne abruptly ended her modelling career.

In 1981 she moved to Sydney Australia with her husband Ricky Fataar and their daughter Paloma. She worked as a researcher for a TV series called Extra Dimensions, and served on several boards. Her son Michael was born in 1989.

Over the years she has written articles for American Vogue, British Vogue,  Harpers Bazaar UK, and the FT.

She now lives and works in Sussex and has just published her first novel, Piece of My Heart, published by Moonflower Books www.amazon.co.uk/Piece-My-Heart-Penelope-Tree/

She is on the board of Lotus Outreach International and President of Lotus Outreach UK  www.lotusoutreach.org

You can follow Penelope on Instagram at @penelopetree_official

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Host: Jean Campbell

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell 

Producer: Sigourney Watson

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach 

Composer: Edoardo Vella

Ed Burgess-Wells opens up about his lifelong struggle with something many of us take for granted: sleep. He delves into the profound implications of sleep deprivation on both mental and physical health, sharing personal insights and challenges he's faced along the way. Ed also discusses how establishing a consistent routine has been crucial in managing his insomnia, emphasizing the power of mind over matter.

Ed Burgess-Wells is a meditation instructor that has been practising meditation for 23 years and has created a specialised meditative therapy that deals with the link between emotional and physical pain. He has had the pleasure of working with many high performers and artists globally, helping them to achieve their goals and overcome any boundaries, physical or mental. 


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Host: Jean Campbell

Co-Host / Guest: Ed Burgess-Wells

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell 

Producer: Sigourney Watson

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach 

Composer: Edoardo Vella

We’re honored to have renowned expert in chronic pain and addiction recovery, Dr. James Flowers, PhD, CSAT, LPC-S on the podcast to discuss his lifelong pursuit for innovative treatment solutions to pain in all its forms. 

For nearly three decades, Dr. James Flowers has been a leading expert in chronic pain, addiction, and recovery. With extensive education and experience, he is renowned for his work in mental health, chronic pain, and co-occurring addiction. He co-founded exclusive treatment programs across the country, focusing on multidisciplinary care combining medical and clinical protocols. Dr. Flowers' dedication to progressive healthcare and human healing led to the founding of J. Flowers Health Institute, providing comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment recommendations. His unique approach and commitment to his clients have earned him a distinguished reputation and made him a sought-after speaker and lecturer.

Listen to Dr. James Flowers podcast, Understanding The Human Condition with Dr. James Flowers: https://jflowershealth.com/podcast/ 

Learn more about the J. Flowers Health Institute: https://jflowershealth.com/about-us/ 


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Host: Jean Campbell 

Guest: Dr. James Flowers, PhD, CSAT, LPC-S

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell 

Producer: Sigourney Watson 

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach 

Composer: Edoardo Vella

On the inaugural episode of "I'm Fine," Jean Campbell shares her remarkable journey through pain and recovery. 

Supermodel Jean Campbell is known for fronting campaigns for luxury brands like Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu, and Chanel. Despite her outward success, Jean privately battled genetic chronic pain. Enduring excruciating surgeries and intensive recovery periods where she had to relearn to walk numerous times, Jean's journey was arduous. Yet, with the support of mind and body experts, she transformed her life. 

Now, with her debut podcast "I'm Fine," Jean aims to share her experiences and those of others, offering hope and solutions to those navigating the complexities of all kinds of pain.

You can follow Jean’s journey on Instagram @jean_campbell 

Learn more about the podcast by heading to www.if-podcast.com 


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Host: Jean Campbell 

Co-host: Ed Burgess-Wells 

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Sigourney Watson 

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella