Couching The Mind

Such a different interviewing style to what I've usually accustomed too. Very layed back, very funny, very insightful. In this episode, of CTM, Trademutt co-founders, Dan Allen and Ed Ross join me on the couch. The boys go into detail with regards to how they started up Trademutt, with the aim to ultimately help those that are struggling mentally. How in 2014 , Dan Allen lost his close mate, Dan,...

In this episode of CTM, season 2, episode 8, Ciera Joins me on the couch. F.Y.I the reasoning behind why Ciera's last name hasn't been mentioned, is due to privacy reasons. Throughout the interview, Ciera makes mention of why people potentially perceive health professionals as 'money driven', not worried about gaining a deeper connection with their clients. Whislt also touching base on another per...

If your not inspired after listening to this interview, then I don't know what will inspire you. Luke Kingdon joins me in conversation via Zoomchat, in this episode of CTM. Luke talks about how his small idea of running 60kms around Uluru, is soon to become a reality on the 21st of February, 2021. The reasoning behind this big idea of his, is to raise money for the mental health charity, 'ReachOut...

Honestly, it was such a true honour to be able too speak to Samantha Rose, in this episode of CTM. Samantha Rose is such a remarkable lady. For what she has to go through on a daily basis, she let's nothing get the better of her. In this interview, Samantha talks about, how at aged 10, she had been diagnosed with Friedrich Ataxia. For those tuning in, that aren't aware of what this particular dise...

In this episode, Season 2, Episode 5 (apologies, I did say ep.4 in the interview), Rohan Cook joins me in conversation via ZoomChat. He talks about his darkest of times , regarding his previous negative state of mind. And how the streamline health practioners, in psychologists, counsellors, doctors, weren't helping him through this negative point within his life. Turning to a much more natural hea...

I never thought it would come to this. The resurrection, bringing my father back, for yet another topical chat, in Season 2, Episode 4. Removing the piss-taking introduction, the conversation between myself and my father was honestly so therapeutic. We spoke about why guys struggle to express there love toward a father, brother, cousin, mates. Plus also covering a man's struggle to share emotions....

Matt Williams, former Army (Afghanistan) vet, joins me on the couch in this episode. Matt shares his story of being told the news that he's now got a brain tumor. How he reacted to this news , and how he then, and in this present time, holds such a positive outlook on life, is also mentioned. He also talks about how he redefines the word 'terminal'. Stating that Everyone's terminal, we all have an...

What a way to start season 2! In this episode, Rebekah Stokes joins me on the couch. She talks about her 'click' moment. That when in primary school, she came to realisation that she was gay. How, unfortunately coming out at as gay, had a negative impact on her, by the perception and opinions that were thrown at her by others. If this wasn't a difficult enough hurdle to overcome , in some years la...

I'm honestly so proud of my grandmother, for being so open to making an appearance on the podcast. In this episode, Episode 21, Rita Woolaston A.K.A GG (short for great grandmother), talks about her time growing up in England during the war. What it was like to ration, take cover in a bomb shelter some 2 or 3 times a night. In conjunction with this, GG also talks about having been given the call,...

This man honestly deserves a medal, for what he's achieved, and the positive impact that he's had on people's lives. In this interview, I converse with Tri 21 Series founder, Michael Harrison. Tri 21 Series is a fundraiser, raising awareness for people living with down syndrome. This is achieved, through the usage of three teams sports. Netball, volleyball, indoor cricket. I won't go into any more...

What a fascinating life that David has lived. First of all, I must mention, that the reason why I'm being very private in terms of not mentioning David's last name, is due to personal privacy reasons and also due to the fact that the topic is genuinely a touchy subject. Throughout this interview , David talks about growing up in a family of Jehovah's Witnesses followers. He also talks about the ti...

Joining me on the couch in this episode , is Facebook (sporting guru) entertainer, Jacob Bevis, or more commonly known as Bev from The Bev Show. 'Taking The Mickey' , is the topic of focus , as Bev uses this method throughout all Facebook videos. Jacob also talks about the many hurdles that had been faced with , in his early life before starting up the page, and at this present time. Ways of overc...

Wow, just wow. What an incredibly, inspirational individual that Hugo Toovey is. In this Episode, Hugo, founder of '25 Stay Alive', an organisation which helps younger demographics be more in tune with their bodies, joins me in conversation via Zoom Chat. His story revolves around a call that he had to make to his father, having to break the news to him that at aged 21, and almost having finished...

A former co-host to this podcast series, Michael Codd, allows himself to talk about the things that he usually wouldn't openly talk about. He expresses his past addiction to gambling and alcohol, and why both he and myself had decided to put this podcast series together. Whilst outlining the extent that he had once gone too, when he was at his worst, in terms of reducing his depression and that fe...

I found this interview to be extremely eye-opening , for what Drew was willing to openly share with me. Drew Pavlou, in the last few years, has started to gain an interest in human rights. Especially with regards to the Wigan community and the Chinese government. In this episode, Drew goes on to explain, how, when he held his first protest at UQ (watch the episode to find out why) , the Chinese co...

An extremely inspirational story of will-power and motivation. Boston Freestone, A.K.A Boston Fitness, shares his own personal story of obesity. How he overcame all hurdles that could have possibly been thrown at him, to have lost half his body weight, now working in the sporting industry, helping people reach their own personal fitness and nutrition goals. He outlines the ways in which he went ab...

In this episode, Ben Rhodes, a highschool mate of mine, joins me on the couch. He goes into detail with regards to how incredibly tough it was to come out as gay. Detailing / outlining the constant niggle and bullying that he received for being regarded as a bit of an 'outcast'. How, he at times felt ashamed and embarrassed for being attracted to men. The message that Ben is trying to portray in t...

Episode 12 of Couching The Mind, revolves around a conversation had between myself and Giulia Diako, regarding the importance of art. Giulia, a life long friend of mine, expresses to me , how art has helped minimise her anxiety, and has also assisted in keeping her mind busy during the start of the Covid pandemic. Finding your own form of 'hobby' and having the ability to run to it when negativity...

Lewis Huckstep, A.K.A the 'Mind Mechanic', joins me on the couch for this episode. Lewis talks about his own personal growth , of not having a job at all, to now owning three gyms and running his own life coaching business. We cover the importance of goal setting , and ways in which someone could come to realisation with there overall purpose in life. There's much to learn from Lewis, as he's defi...

Aaron Cuppit, a full-time road worker, turned Titok dance sensation, joins me in conversation via Zoom Chat. He talks about how his normal life turned upside down , when he decided to create his Tiktok dance. How, through gaining hundreds of thousands of views on this dance of his, how he's now creating Tiktok videos regards mental health. Aaron also talks about suicide, and how he had unfortunate...

Episode 9, see's Adam Yoo, Canadian Soundcloud artist, join me in conversation via Zoom Chat. He goes into detail with regards to how music has been there for him when he's hit rock bottom, and how in its own form, it can be used as an escapism from all hurdles that life might throw at you. Adam has personally helped me, when I was in very negative state of mind. He assisted me in putting together...

Dyllon Theiel, successful life coach, joins me on the couch in this episode. We cover the importance of being and feeling fit and healthy, and how these factors can ultimately improve your overall state of mind. Dyllon has a library of knowledge when it comes to fitness, having done previous PT courses, owned a gym. I couldn't have pick a better person to speak about this particular topic. To the...

In this episode, Dilruk Cooray joins me on the couch. Dilruk explains how important community and faith is to him.  He states that without his faith, he wouldn't know what to do with himself. The importance of speaking up and seeking external help when needed, is also mentioned. Viewers, I would highly recommend watching this interview. Dilruk is a fascinating man, with a wealth of knowledge,...

In this episode, Sam Chapman joins me in conversation on the couch. Sam talks about how he's always been easily judged, and how at times, he couldn't really call his own house a proper 'home'. Through the power of fitness and sheer determination, Chapman slowly turns his life around, becoming a much more purposeful and positive thinking individual. To those tuning in, maybe consider and or think a...

In this episode, myself and my father have a very open, honest and raw conversation. My father, Jeffrey Woolaston, delves into his past struggles of depression, and the many coping mechanisms that he had put in place, to diminish the illness. Both the good and the bad. We also talk about the importance of reaching out, in asking for help, when stuck in that deep and dark tunnel. Viewers, never be...