January 28th 2025.
Eva Speakman, a resident therapist on This Morning, stood up for her husband Nik Speakman after someone made a negative comment about his appearance. The couple were invited on the ITV daytime show to share their expertise on how to find gratitude in everyday life. Later, they posted some behind-the-scenes photos of their time on set on Instagram. However, one comment caught their attention. A user, Biljana66, wrote, "Nice couple but tell your husband to stop with the filler." This comment received 38 likes, and Eva, 55, decided to address it.
"Please don't be judgmental," she began. "He's on steroids and can't help the effect." She went on to explain that steroids can cause bloating in the face, but it usually subsides once the medication is stopped. Many others joined in to defend Nik, 63, and share their own experiences. One user, GailKearsley, wrote, "Clearly a steroid side effect, my mum had exactly the same. Such a mean comment to make." Eva agreed and added, "Really don't get it, but clearly people that make these comments desperately want some attention." Other users called the comment "rude" and "bloody horrible," and Eva showed her support by liking their messages.
Although Eva did not disclose why Nik was taking steroids, he has previously talked about his diagnosis of ulcerative colitis, a long-term inflammatory bowel disease. This condition causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum, and steroids are often prescribed to treat it. Nik shared his experience, saying, "One day I collapsed. I'd gone completely grey. I ended up in the hospital, and after a barium enema, one of the most painful experiences of my life, the consultant showed me an X-ray. My bowel looked as if someone had fired a shotgun at it. It was a mess."
Eva responded to the comment on their joint Instagram account, and it's clear that the couple has become experts at blending their personal and professional lives since their marriage in 1996. They work together to help people overcome psychological issues like phobias and addictions. They have even helped celebrities like Holly Willoughby, who had a fear of flying, and Kym Marsh, who couldn't drive on motorways. Kerry Katona also sought their help and has since been able to manage without medication or drugs, thanks to what Nik calls "the Speakman magic."
Recently, Cat Deeley thanked the couple for introducing her to the phrase "but luckily…" They encourage people to say these two words whenever they have a negative thought to shift their mindset. On This Morning, viewers can call in to get their advice on a variety of problems. They have also written several self-help books and host a podcast, Handbook to Happiness.
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