EQ MINDS: Recharge Your Mental Health

Have you ever wanted to understand the science behind visualisation and how it actually works? Today’s episode is an easy to understand explanation of the mechanics behind this technique, and how visualisation has the same effect on the brain when mentally rehearsing an activity as actually doing it (how cool is that!) You will also learn how to use all 5 senses when visualising, the power of feel...

Luke Cook, also known as Cookie, is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and conversation expert, best known as the founder and host of Cuppa.tv, a conversation platform designed for businesses to enhance their people's well-being, work performance, and sense of belonging. What to expect in this episode: Why we struggle to have deep conversations today  How to build stronger connections with others&...

This meditation is for anyone who has or is experiencing conflict in their life. Use this practice to get a birds eye perspective on the situation and help you move from a reactive mind to a calm state of mind, so that you can respond from a place of love.

Today's special guest is none other than our very own Rob Horstman. Rob has over two decades of leadership experience in both business and community. Rob understands first hand what it's like working in high pressure environments and is extremely passionate about helping leaders take charge of their mental wellbeing and lead with a caring heart.   What this episode includes:  Practi...

In this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will give you simple and practical tips on how to let go of worries. Take ownership of what you can do right now and learn to love the process. Listen to this 10 minute episode to gain a greater understanding of why we worry, the physical response within the brain and body and how to use simple tools and techniques to free yourself of worries that are holding...

Dr Jon Finn is the best selling author of ‘The Habit Mechanic’ and founder of the consultancy Tougher Minds, which helps people build habits that enable them to fulfil their greatest potential. Dr Jon Finn has three psychology related degrees, including a PhD and has worked in performance psychology, resilience and leadership science for over 20 years. What to expect in this episode: Why habits fa...

Allow your mind and body the space to heal and recharge for your day ahead.  Connect inward, as Chelsea guides you through 13 minutes of warmth and rejuvenation as you let the words and music take you to another place. 

Today we are joined by author, Summer Land. Summer, a good friend and the incredible ghostwriter of Chelsea’s best selling book ‘The Mindful High Performer.’ Summer is passionate about helping people communicate and connect effectively with empathy and integrity in the workplace and in personal life. Summer is witty, authentic and energetic with her bubbly and bright personality. Join Chelsea and...

Today we are joined by best friends Lise and Sarah - a powerful and funny duo with infectious personalities. After meeting in their thirties, their extraordinary chemistry and genuine friendship landed the pair local and national radio shows with Australia’s largest media network, Southern Cross Austereo, as ‘Those Two Girls’. In 2020, Lise & Sarah launched FORTY – a podcast for the middle yea...

Find calm and rest with this Yoga Nidra meditation. Yoga Nidra allows you to enter delta brainwaves, giving your mind and body a chance for true healing and restoration as you enter deep relaxation. Other benefits of Yoga Nidra include: relief for depression and anxiety, improved sleep, clears the mind for focus and learning, release tension within the body, inspires creativity. Lay back, relax an...

Introducing our new monthly episode: Mindful Tools. We've created a short monthly listen, with the intention to provide simple and effective strategies for you to take away. In this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will be discussing 3 tips on how to beat burnout. With burnout on the rise, EQ Minds is on a mission to educate and empower you with the tools needed to not let yourself reach that point....

Today's guest is Tamara Holland, Mamamia's Head of Lifestyle and the host of the weekly fashion podcast, ‘What Are You Wearing?’. With a career spanning ten-plus years in the magazine industry, she was previously the Deputy Editor of InStyle Australia and is a woman who knows her fashion! Join Chelsea and Tamara as they discuss:  Tam's story and what got her into fashion The psychology behind...

Today's guest is Jay Pottenger,  General Manager and Productivity Speaker of EQ MINDS. As an accredited mindfulness and meditation coach, he blends science and mindfulness to give you simple strategies for becoming the best, happiest, and most productive version of yourself.  Chelsea and Jay discuss: Time allocation Ruthless prioritisation Finding your optimal time Overcoming d...

Join Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater understanding of your surroundings and move forward wi...

"I could've gone either way". After a near death experience and being told she'd never walk again, Janine could have simply given up. Now, she lives a life they thought was impossible. Janine Shepherd is an internationally renowned speaker, author and currently undertaking her PhD in resilience and disability. She is a former champion skier whose inspiring TED talk, “A Broken Body Isn’t a Broken P...

Dinesh is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate, and researcher. Halfway through medical school, he was involved in a motor vehicle accident that caused a cervical spinal cord injury. Since then, Dinesh has forged an incredible path, now working in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital and as a senior lecturer at the Griffith University of Queensland. Dinesh is also a rese...

Join Chelsea for this 10-minute guided practice to help open your heart and let your true spirit come through. In this practice, you will be guided to become present with the messages your heart is sending you and begin to clear and cleanse anything that no longer serves you. 

Antoinette Lattouf, media personality, mental health ambassador, TEDx speaker, co-founder of Media Diversity Australia, and the author of 'How to Lose Friends and Influence White People'. Antoinette Latouff has gone through incredible challenges to get to where she is today and seeks to increase cultural and linguistic diversity in Australia's news media. Antoinette speaks openly and vulnerably ab...

Matt Purcell is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and champion for young people. Co-founder of Mentored Media, Matt whispers in the ears of kings and queens, working with Australia’s most well-known brands and high-profile people on branding and positioning strategies. As an adopted Korean Australian, Matt has a powerful story and speaks to audiences around Australia. Matt is also the f...

Connect with your higher self and surrender to the love and wholeness that you truly are. Join Chelsea for a 10 minute guided practice that uses the power of affirmations to align you with your higher purpose and help you to gain clarity in that next step.  

Brian Hartzer, experienced executive, leadership mentor, author of The Leadership Star: A Practical Guide to Building Engagement , investor, and Chairman of 2Be, a new specialty lender that helps parents help their children get onto the property ladder. He is also Chairman of Beforepay, an ASX-listed salary advance business, and Reejig (an AI-based HR technology startup). Join Chelsea and Brian fo...

Join Chelsea for this 10 minute guided practice to help you start your day focused. Use this mindful practice to increase your focus, concentration and awareness. Give your mind the chance to relax, unplug and start your day with clarity and calm.   Connect with Chelsea: www.eqminds.com IG: @eqminds & @chelseapottengerofficial  

Dr. Suzy Green, Clinical and Coaching Psychologist (MAPS) and Founder & CEO of The Positivity Institute.  In this episode, Suzy shares science-based tools through positive psychology to help you consciously cultivate a more positive mindset. Suzy offers practical ways to enhance good-feeling emotions, and provides tools you can integrate into your daily life. Chelsea and Suzy discuss what...

For our final meditation for 2022, we are re-sharing our most popular meditation. With over 369,000 listens on Insight Timer, this Meditation for Positive Energy will help set up your day for success. Spend 10 minutes with Chelsea as she guides you to start the day with clarity, positivity and openness.

Today's guest is Ben Lucas, owner and director of Flow Athletic and Flow Training Centre. Two of the most well known and highly regarded fitness brands in the country. After "facing more challenges in the last two years of business than the previous 20 put together", Ben shares his secrets to overcoming challenges and obstacles. Ben and Chelsea discuss how investing in yourself means you can be at...