Unmasked

In this very special episode we reflect on the things we've learnt over the past 2 years. We welcome Maggie to the crew, Stuart's daughter and pre teen with her finger on the pulse. We discuss what it's like living as a tween in today's society and the challenges that exist. Thank you for going on this journey with us.

What does it mean to truly have inner peace? Today we explore the concept of Shalom, and how in this world we can truly have inner peace and true wellbeing.

Discover how to navigate the complexities of relationships in the digital age by understanding the red and green lights that help inform our decisions. Join us as we chat with David Kobler, director of Your Choicez, about the impact of the internet on love, friendship, and consent, and why it's crucial to discuss these topics with young people. Learn how to empower your children with vital too...

Get ready to uncover the secrets of a good night's sleep and how it affects our overall well-being, as we welcome our special guest, Linda, who is about to receive her PhD in shift work, sleep deprivation, and cortisol. Discover how crucial it is for teenagers to get at least nine hours of sleep to reset their bodies, and learn practical strategies to help young people and parents navigate the...

Stu, Jason and Lisa are back and begin with some lively discussions about music, movies, football, and insecurities. They emphasize the importance of recognizing and addressing insecurities, particularly in parenting and social media contexts. The hosts highlight the value of sharing wisdom and guidance, embracing change, and overcoming insecurities as one matures. They also discuss the significan...

This week Stuart and Lisa are joined by international speaker and author, Brad Huddleston.  Brad has written 4 books about navigating the world of technology and the effects that it has on our brain.  We discuss what it looks like to have a digital detox and to live a life which is free of a digital addiction.  check out www.bradhuddleston.com for more information 

This is part 2 of our conversation with clinical psychologist, Mandy George. In this episode Mandy breaks down what a typical conversation might look like, and how to get the best outcome for everyone.  The 5 E's Express Explore/Empathize Explain Empower

In part 1 of episode we speak with clinical psychologist Mandy George about the challenging task of having tough conversations with young people.  Mandy shares her expertise on the importance of open and honest communication in building trust and fostering healthy relationships, as well as strategies for broaching difficult topics and navigating challenging conversations.  With her insig...

In response to a listeners question the team talk about managing relationships that are difficult and the type of relationships we should build into our lives in order to thrive.

OCD is one of the most misunderstood mental disorders. In this episode we speak with Matt, a high school teacher who has lived with OCD all his life. We talk about how it plays out in his life, how he's learnt to manage it, and he shares some strategies that anyone can employ in helping others and themselves. 

We are joined by Fergus McPharlin, registered psychologist, to talk about ADHD. - What is it? - What can we do about it? - How can we work with people who have ADHD? YouTube video reference https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyZtYzFq4WY&t=2s

In todays ep we speak with Stephanie Saggs about living with an eating disorder, and how she found restoration and healing.  What Mia did next - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTvnKA-Oef-wruoTQ3SsLFA

In today's episode we talk about some good mental health practices we can implement day to day.  We also start to answer some listeners questions. 

Today we dive deep into social media and mobile phones, specifically the effect they are having on our attention and focus.  We talk about how the very design of social media sites are intended to take your attention and we are being manipulated into obsessing over our phones.  We discuss the importance of taking control over our phone usage and some ideas to help out. 

This week we're joined by Shawn Kasbergen, Director of Student Wellbeing at Scotch College. Having held this position since 2016, he has had the opportunity to advance the wellbeing program at Scotch College, including the creation of the College’s Strategic Plan for 2019 – 2023, focusing on embedding Wellbeing deeper into every aspect of the College. Shawn draws on his range of education experien...

In today's episode we are joined by Victor Claye. Victor shares his story of moving from war torn Sierra Leone to Australia and how being a part of two different cultures helped him to understand the importance of truly listening. 

In this very special episode we are joined by Dr Jessica Moerman, Vice President of Science and Policy, Evangelical Environmental Network We discuss the reality of climate change, what we can do to become real stewards of the earth, and why when we reframe it as an opportunity we can see real change.  www.creationcare.org

In today's episode we discuss Gen Z. What makes them tick? What is special about this generation and what unique challenges are they going to face. We welcome Katie to the episode. Katie is a cultural and communication consultant with Hello Clarity, a pastor and mother of 2. 

Welcome back to another lesson in vulnerability. This time Julia, a year 12 student, dives deep into the question, what does love look like for Gen Z.  Please rate and review this podcast. 

In today's episode we welcome registered psychologist Fergus McPharlin.  We delve deep into some mental health disorders, namely depression and anxiety. We talk about what they are, what they are not, and the fact that there is hope when dealing with these significant issues.  Fergus is the National Convenor of the Child, Adolescents and Family Interest Group which seeks to train and adv...

In this episode Stu, Jason, Lisa and special guest Julia will be discussing what it means to be connected by being vulnerable with each other. Jason discusses insecurity, and how it has been something he has dealt with in his life.  Don't forget to rate, review and share this episode. 

In today's episode we talk about the mental health continuum.  Everyone has mental health, in the same way everyone has physical health.  We can do things to help and improve our mental health and in today's episode we explore what some of those steps are.  If there are any topics you'd like us to address email at stuart.moerman@tcc.sa.edu.au Don't forget to rate and review this pod...

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