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Today we dive into the psychology of a yoga teacher, and of my dear friend, Georgia Mort. This pisces baby is wise beyond her years. Her authentic, grounded demeanour inspires those in her corner to let things be and let things go. G has a beautiful mind and I'm so honoured to hold space for her, as she shares parts of it today. We dive into G's journey as a lawyer, yoga teacher and student. She s...

Welcome to today’s conversation on the psychology of a psychology student - specifically, one who has just complete her first term back at school! Here is my 30-minute summary of 120 hours studying. We will go through key learnings from the six-week course on the Psychology Industry – discussing accreditation, pathways to employment, the 9 different types of psychologists, skills and attributes re...

This episode is made up of my reflections on The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz - an incredible read to instil wisdom and personal freedom. I speak to each agreement, how they show up for me and how you may consider bringing them into your life:1. Be impeccable with your word.2. Don't take anything personally.3. Don't make assumptions.4. Always do your best. ReferencesThe Four Agreements by Do...

I am so excited to introduce you to my very first In-Joy guest, Dad, or more formally, Dr Richard Grutzner. With a doctor-nurse duo for parents, my earliest memories of psycho-education start here. As such, this feels like the perfect place to kick off my interview series. Dad shares his keys to success, along with 'a day the life' of an anaesthetist, patient psychological profiles, indust...

Vulnerability can be stressful - activating a fear response in our body and in our mind. But it also unlocks connection and depth in our relationships. So in some ways, it is a necessary evil, and a precursor to an expansive and fulfilling life. Join me for today's conversation - a live embodiment of vulnerability. How does it feel? What does in look like? How does it affect our brain and our body...

Did you know that we unconsciously communicate our true feelings through non-verbal cues? That our facial expressions, posture, eye contact, touch, space, voice, gestures, intensity and consistency can reveal our emotions? This episode explores all things body language and non-verbal communication. Learn how to read people, interpret emotions, spot a lie, identify rapport, and develop consistency...

This conversation dives into all things DiSC - a commonly used personality and behavioural assessment tool to improve communication, productivity and effective teamwork. It is a non-judgemental test, with no right answer or 'best result'. We will dive into the history, purpose, traits associated with Dominance, Influence, Steadiness and Conscientiousness, as well as the best ways to commun...

Recording myself and listening back is an old learning trick of mine, so I’m opening part of that journey to anyone interested in psychology research, theory or study. I explore evidence-based theories, including Goal Setting by Locke & Latham: my 15-minute take following hours deep in academic journals. Hang in there for some personal anecdotes and modern takes sprinkled throughout. We will c...

An imperfect, unplanned episode on the psychology of perfectionism. Mostly anecdotal, with sprinkles of science and concepts from the experts. We will cover, in no particular order:What is perfectionism? What are the different types? What are the mental health outcomes? How can we practice imperfection and vulnerability? What are the benefits in doing this? I both hate and love this episode. You c...

A conversation on the psychology of attachment. What is attachment style? What are the 3 types? How do they show up in infants relative to their caregivers, and how to they impact our adult relationships later on in life? What can I look out for in assessing the attachment style of myself, or another?  How do the attachment styles relate to one another in terms of compatibility, and what are some...

Today's conversation explores two fascinating areas of developmental psychology: birth order and parenting style. Learn all about the stereotypical traits, characteristics and personality styles of eldest, middle, youngest and only children, along with key parenting styles and expected outcomes for children. Please follow, review and share with a loved one! I welcome your feedback and follow up qu...

Today’s episode will explore anxiety and depression. I  recommend listening to this when you are in a strong frame of mind, able to hold space for a heavier but important topic. We will discuss the fundamentals of these two mental illnesses - how are they different and how prevalent are they in Australia? Who is affected and what are the different types? How do our bodies experience these on a phy...

What is a Mental Health First Aid? Why is it important? When will I use my Mental Health First Aid? How will I identify the signs of a crisis? How do I obtain my certification? What resources can I provide to someone experiencing mental health crisis? We will cover all of the above and more in today’s important episode. Get certified through Mental Health First Aid Australia: https://mhfa.com.au/...

Today we discuss all things sleep and dreams: What is sleep? What are the four stages? Why do we sleep? How much sleep do we need? What are common sleep problems and how can we improve sleep? What are dreams and why do we dream? Join me to find the answers to all of the above questions and more. References: Matthew Walker, Why We Sleep via Amazon Sleep calculator via the Sleep Foundation Share the...

Today, I explore the seven key attitudes of mindfulness: non-judging, patience, beginners mind, trust, non-striving, acceptance and letting go. I understand the logic of mindfulness but have always struggled with the implementation and embodiment. For this episode, I explore each attitude - what they might look like, and how they are, or are not showing up in my life. My process in this podcast jo...

Welcome to In-joy , an exploratory podcast discussing all thing psychology, the human mind, mental health and wellness. Meet your host, Anna Grutzner. Share the Joy Please follow, review and share the joy with a loved one. I welcome your feedback and follow up questions. IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@in_joy_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@anna_grutzner⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠In-joy with Anna G⁠ TikTok: ⁠@in_joy_podcast