IN YOUR MIND

Welcome to SEASON 2! So proud, honoured and excited that we are at episode 50! What a journey it has been, grateful for every listener, grateful for the opportunity to speak about deep things with more and more ease, finding comfort in vulnerability and the availability to learn going further into the mind.  This episode we question how much should we really pay attention to others opinions of us;...

This episode discusses Dale Carnegies book ‘How to win friends and influence people’. In particular focusing on part 3 chapter 2, titled ‘A Sure Way of Making Enemies and How to Avoid it’.  Including:  The defence of 'my' and 'I'  True meanings behind words or conversations Arguments stem from obsession of ‘I’ and defending the ego.  Insights from Carl Rogers and James Harvey

We discuss how blue and green scenery can improve mental health, prevent depression and anxiety and increase overall positive wellbeing.    > Talk about the studies in this literature  > The effect of the connection to nature variable  > Time in nature and the effects from duration and frequency    Link to some studies talked about:  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S...

We talk;  How to transition our lives for the holidays or for busy periods of life.   Some of the points include:  How to check priorities, understanding social settings and what they bring, expectations of others, creating boundaries, what is helping us, where we are at currently   Enjoy xx 

We talk;  The Big 5 Trait Theory: Openness to Experience; Conscientiousness; Extroversion; Agreeableness; Neuroticism (OCEAN)    How does traits typically change over the lifespan?  Eysenck's theory of Extroversion, Introversion and neuroticism  The Biological basis for Trait evolution  Life outcomes for dominant traits    Enjoy xx 

We talk;  Theories and components of the self according to Carl Jung, Carl Rogers, Alfred Adler and Sigmund Freud and our interpretation and breakdown.  Some of the concepts discussed:  What is Ego  What is Shadow  The pioneering theories of Psyche    Enjoy xx 

In this episode we discuss the following;  The interconnection of the Gut, Brain and Heart  Heart and brain coherence  Studies of Resilience, hardiness and cancer   Electromagnetic fields emitted by the body    Enjoy xx       

This chat is about cognitive bias/ confirmation bias  Understanding that information opposing us will seem threatening, we will select information to suit our current beliefs and ideologies.  What is it?  When does it happen?  Why is it occurring? Enjoy x

This episode is with guest Abbey Peterson, a researcher of Altered States of Consciousness. We talk:  • Path to this research  • Defining Altered states and different methods of inducing it  • Emerging Research and the benefits  • The future direction and what is exciting her    Enjoy and delve, In Your Mind

Welcome or welcome back, today;  We discuss;  The importance of depth and intimacy  What classifies as a deep conversation  Ways to connect more deeply with those around you How it changes over the lifespan  Enjoy and delve, In Your Mind xx    

Welcome back!! This week the conversation follows;  Expectations of feeling achievement Ways to reflect & tools to use  Objectively assessing strengths and weaknesses  Reflection prompts Enjoy xx 

We talk about the books we've been reading, what we've learned from them, key findings, and thoughts they sparked.  The books mentioned include: 1. 7 habits of highly effective people  2. The psychology of persuasion  3. The power of now  4. Phosphorescence

Hey, Welcome back!  This week we answer some fun questions!  16sec- Is spirituality something you had to put effort into or did you find it came naturally? 30:10- What is a glow-up? 32:26- Could there be an impact of endorphins in a glow-up? 35:00- Do you believe in Soul mates? And is there one for everyone or multiple? 42:00- Where did the idea of soul mates come from? Links to soul mate info:  h...

This Episode Kiz and Brezie speak on Personal struggles of 'True Self Expression', the situations it tends to occur most in and delve into strategies of how to increase truth and openness in your voice in order to keep self-respect and expression alive. We talk about Carl Rogers theory of congruence and incongruence, and how to align the true self with self image and also touch on the concept of C...

This week we chat with Carryn, a clinical psychologist Who has worked with Blackdog Institution, women's mental health, private practice, and many other endeavors.  Carryn shares incredible insight, with tips from her happiness workbook coming out soon on Amazon.  Enjoy xx 

This week we discuss all things expectations!  With partners, family, culture, and society all having an influence in how we view ourselves and the world this is an important topic to unpack!  Stay curious, enjoy x 

Welcome to another weekly episode;  This week we talk about routine struggles, big dreams, and a program we use for building our confidence and resilience in order to achieve the big visions we have!  Enjoy x 

This week we discuss;  - Difference between fear and anxiety  - The process of the fear response  - Avoidance patterns of anxiety  - Signal detection theory  - Exposure therapy and Mindfulness 

This week we chat with our guest,           Amber Bunting a researcher in psychology altered states, ego/ self        and Vipassana Meditation. We talk:  ---- The nature of ego/self  ---- The positives and negatives of detaching from ego  ---- Bayesian brain theory ---- Teachings of Buddha and Vipassana Meditation   

This week we discuss:  - A study on the trends of spirituality and religion  https://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/news-and-media-releases/articles/gen-z-teens-reject-traditional-religion,-embrace-spirituality-deakin-research - What spirituality is and why we are drawn to it  - Why a shift has occurred within both our beliefs  - Quantum Mechanics and its relation to spirituality 

Hey!  This week is short and sweet and just with me (Kiz).  I chat about the power of gratitude, and examples of it in my life currently in  the snow during the last few days.  Enjoy xx 

Welcome, to episode 20!! A milestone for the 'In Your MInd' Pod!! Today we dive into two different practices; meditation and visualization.  With meditation, we discuss what it is and why it should be a part of your daily practice. Kiz talks about her personal path of finding and using this practice.   When discussing visualisation, we talk about what is it, how to do it and why you should conside...

Welcome back! This week we talk all about Social Media, our usage and the effects we feel from it.  Links:  The Chaos Machine: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-chaos-machine-max-fisher/book/9781529416404.html?source=pla&gclid=CjwKCAjwqZSlBhBwEiwAfoZUIOiLD6MlcSH4dSKhTeNvUx9h_reKRuWOPoVnELXiDbhk_3Yy6vIuKRoCFL0QAvD_BwE The Social Dilema: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaaC57tcci0

This week we talk about living with how our bodies and brains intended. We discuss insights from living more simply and how it improves wellbeing.  Enjoy x  Links to things we discussed:  Huberman Podcast on focus and attention: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/huberman-lab/id1545953110?i=1000578389076 75 Hard (mental toughness program): https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/208-75hard-liveha...

This week we chat about creative processes, how creativity is injected into nearly everything, and so much more.  Enjoy x