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In this episode we continue Step Four: Heal. Chapters covered today include: Own your feelings (take responsibility for your feelings) Identify and process past traumas and unhelpful learned behaviours References from the chapters covered in today's episode: Siegel, D. (2012). The whole-brain child - 12 revolutionary strategies to nurture your child's developing mind, survive everyday parenting st...

In this episode we continue Step Four: Heal, and then we just chat for a while on broader topics. Chapters covered today include: Create a safe space for processing and healing Practice asking whether you are safe or unsafe and responding accordingly (instead of reacting) Feel your feelings References from the chapters covered in today's episode: LePera, D. N. (2022). How to Meet your self Siegel,...

In this episode we finish up with Step Three in Emotional and Mental Health: Restore and maintain your energy balance (fill your cup) and make a start on Step Four: Heal. Chapters covered today include: Sprinkle magic throughout your life Learn how to transform your mood Give yourself permission and opportunity to enjoy your life Introduction to Step Four: Heal Take responsibility for your mental...

In this episode we continue working through Step Three in Emotional and Mental Health: Restore and maintain your energy balance (fill your cup). Chapters covered today include: Schedule time every day for processing Meditate daily Spend at least two hours in nature every week Spend time on hobbies, rest and general activities you enjoy Practice regular self-care not just ‘after-care’ References fr...

In this episode we begin working through Step Three in Emotional and Mental Health: Restore and maintain your energy balance (fill your cup). Chapters covered today include: Learn ways to ground yourself and return to the present Learn to self-regulate and complete the stress cycle Identify your glimmers and practice daily gratitude Enjoy creativity Practice positive self-talk Practice self-compas...

In this episode we continue working through Step Two in Emotional and Mental Health: Protect your energy balance. Chapters covered today include: Avoid creating your own stress Minimise your mental load Destabilise / reject urgency culture Be selective about your media consumption Create your own space References from today's episode: Seneca, L. A. (c. 65 AD). Letters from a Stoic. LePera, D. N. (...

In this episode we continue working through Step Two in Emotional and Mental Health: Protect your energy balance. Chapters covered today include: Challenge automatic thoughts and self-criticism Consciously choose how you respond Avoid toxic empathy or being the 'fixer' References from today's episode: Sterner, T. (2012). The Practicing Mind: Bringing Discipline and Focus into Your Life The Kaleido...

In this episode we begin working through Step Two in Emotional and Mental Health: Protect your energy balance. Chapters covered today include: Seek help Build up your support network / Find your people Be present and practice mindfulness Set your personal boundaries and learn to say no Trigger warning: Please note that today's episode includes references to suicide References from today's episode:...

In this episode we finish Step One in Emotional and Mental Health. Chapters covered today include: Understand the source and role of your inner critic References from today's episode: Gibson, L. C. (2015). Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents - How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents Brown, B. (2021). Atlas of the Heart Lancer, D. (2014). Conquering shame and co-dep...

In this episode we continue Step One in Emotional and Mental Health - discussing emotions, needs and rights. Chapters covered today include: Learn to identify the symptoms of nervous system activation Practice viewing your emotions as weather conditions Expand your emotional vocabulary and allow yourself to experience emotions fully Listen to / lean into your emotions as expressions of unmet needs...

In this episode we begin Part Two Individual Health. Starting first with Emotional and Mental Health. Step One - build broader understanding for self-awareness. Chapters covered today include: Emotional and Mental Health Introduction Understand the basic mechanics of the brain and nervous system References from today's episode: S Mason, A. F. (2013). Abuse victimization in childhood or adolescence...

In this episode we will cover step 5 and 6 of Personal Growth - Strike a balance and Aim for continuous improvement. Chapters covered today include: Do not neglect any individual area of health Avoid taking on too much at a time Aim for progress over perfection Rest, take breaks and enjoy life Practice Patience Learn how to get back on track Build self-awareness and regularly self-assess Aim for c...

In this episode we will cover step 3 and 4 of Personal Growth - Use your circumstances to your advantage and Track progress. Chapters covered today include: Work with the principle of good enough Lean into your strengths Utilise your most productive hours Acknowledge and respect the season of life you are in Accept what you cannot change and change what you cannot accept Avoid comparison Clearly d...

In this episode we will continue with step two of Personal Growth - Challenge yourself to make change. Chapters covered today include: Break goals down into sizeable chunks Start forming healthier habits Utilise the law of least effort instead of relying on motivation Get organised Utilise the compound benefit of progressive overload Commit to the changes Be willing to suck at something and embrac...

In this episode we make a start on step two of Personal Growth - Challenge yourself to make change. Chapters covered today include: Identify your breaking point and avoid it Take action in the present for your future self Identify and actively change your learned behaviours Get out of your comfort zone Identify your weaknesses and actively work on them References from today's episode: Robbins, A....

In this episode I pick up where we left off from the steps from personal growth (also known as the core skills for getting the most out of the book and life in general). We're still in Step One: Take responsibility, and topics covered include: Stop confusing luck with hard work Master your mind Regularly self reflect and self examine References from today's episode: Pressfield, S. (2011). Do the w...

In this episode I begin sharing the steps from personal growth (also known as the core skills for getting the most out of the book and life in general). I make a start on Step One: Take responsibility. Topics covered include: Define your priorities and dedicate time to them accordingly Keep the bigger picture and end goals in mind Foster a growth mindset Just do the work References from today's ep...

My name is Lisa and I'm writing a book about health. This podcast is how I share what I've written so far to share my learnings to date and to receive feedback on areas where there may be more information that I need to investigate to challenge or extend my current learnings. In this episode I introduce the podcast, my book and myself. We discuss the different areas of health to be covered through...