Let's Talk About Mental Health

Want to create your future? Self improvement and goal setting play an enormous role in personal development and good mental health, and that starts with reflection and understanding the benefits of self awareness.   Setting goals and objectives that are aligned to your dreams and aspirations, understanding the differences between goals and objectives, and taking consistent small steps to achieve y...

Let’s talk about difficult conversations… because we all know they can be painful, but avoiding conflict tends to make difficult situations worse. Tackling tough conversations requires preparation and a considered approach, and in my latest episode I’m sharing practical tips for how to tackle difficult conversations effectively.  Whether you’re dealing with tough conversations at work or at home,...

Let’s talk about difficult conversations… because we all know they can be painful, but avoiding conflict tends to make difficult situations worse, especially when it comes to your mental health.  Tackling tough conversations requires preparation and a considered approach, and in my latest episode I’m sharing practical tips for how to tackle difficult conversations effectively.  Whether you’re deal...

Let’s talk about the harm secrets can do to your mental health… because the lies we tell ourselves, and others, can leave us carrying around a heavy emotional weight, and the burden of secrets can do real damage to your relationships with other people as well as how you feel about yourself.  If you’ve been looking for some practical advice to help you speak your truth, or going through motivationa...

Let’s talk about the harm secrets can do to your mental health… because the lies we tell ourselves, and others, can leave us carrying around a heavy emotional weight, and the burden of secrets can do real damage to your relationships with other people as well as how you feel about yourself. If you’ve been looking for some practical advice to help you speak your truth, or going through motivational...

Let’s talk about emotional pain and your mental health… because learning how to start dealing with your emotional pain is the first step in your healing journey, and in the latest episode of my Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m going to show you how to start really dealing with your emotional pain.  Masking pain just doesn’t work (I’ve tried, it was messy and it actually made things worse...

Masking pain is all-too-common in our society, especially when it comes to intense emotional pain. Why? Because processing your emotional pain and learning how to process trauma in a healthy way takes hard work and determination.. and, frankly, it’s almost easier for a lot of people to just suppress it or pretend its not there. But that doesn’t work… and quite often things can get worse before the...

Let’s talk about remorse and mental wellbeing… because learning to process your feelings starts with exploring the meaning of remorse and how it affects your image of yourself (as well as being clear that there’s a huge difference between remorse vs regret!).   Whether you’re struggling with how to forgive yourself or you’re just not sure how to make amends for a mistake, this is the episode that...

Is it possible to forgive yourself? Yes! And I’m showing you how in this video. 🎉 Learning how to deal with remorse and forgiving yourself is a process. How do you forgive yourself? It starts by accepting that your past does not define you; it’s what you do with your past that counts.  We all make mistakes and I’ve had to learn how to forgive myself more times than I care to remember… but it IS p...

Can working on your spiritual wellbeing really make a positive impact on your mental health? Yes, it most certainly can! 😌 Spirituality (which is very different to religion) is all about going within yourself and connecting with something bigger than just your immediate day-to-day concerns. If you’re curious about the connection between spirituality and your wellbeing, or would just like to bette...

Are you curious about the connection between spirituality and your wellbeing? Whether you're a spiritual seeker or just starting your healing journey, this video is your go-to guide for understanding the physical and mental health benefits of spirituality. I’ll explore how spirituality can be a rich source of mental peace, emotional resilience, and even physical wellness. From daily practices...

Fatigued and anxious? Or just generally struggling with your energy levels and your mental health? There’s a good reason for that! If you’re wondering “why am I so tired?” and you’re dealing with stress and anxiety, it’s very likely to be more than a coincidence; fatigue and anxiety often go hand-in-hand. So, what is fatigue? Why do fatigue and mental health issues tend to be interwoven? And how c...

“Why am I so tired?!” It’s a question I’ve heard hundreds of times from people dealing with fatigue and anxiety, including myself… so, let’s talk about anxiety and exhaustion (and what you can do about it!).  In this episode I’ll look at how can you relieve fatigue, and I’ll share practical tips (including the ones I use) to help you learn how to improve your energy and combat fatigue. Understandi...

How does managing your time better help improve your mental health? ⏳📋🤔 Well, there are lots of ways actually… and coming up with a smarter time management plan just might be the biggest thing that helps you take control of your mental health, so that’s what I’m talking about this week! In this new episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’ll be talking about practical stuff like:...

If you need to get your to-do list under control so you can feel less stressed and overwhelmed, then I have five simple ways to tackle that to-do list and start getting things done now. So, let’s talk! Let’s Talk About Mental Health. Because the more we talk about it, the easier it gets.  For more tips on how to manage your time and workload for better mental health, check out my full-length podca...

Trying to work out how to manage intrusive thoughts? 😱💭🤯 If you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts anxiety and dealing with unwanted thoughts, then this episode will help you figure out how to stop intrusive thoughts. Consider it the ‘intrusive thoughts help’ you never realised you needed! Dealing with intrusive thoughts can be tough, but thankfully there are lots of ways to get rid of unwan...

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and need help, this video is for you. 👋😊 Looking for ways to overcome overwhelm? Trying to figure out what to do when you are overwhelmed? I have some quick and effective tips to help you identify how to stop feeling overwhelmed, as well as some practical advice on how to stop feeling overwhelmed longer-term.  In this new episode adapted from the Let’s Talk About Me...

Are you making progress in life, or are you just going round in circles? 😵‍💫 Making tangible progress in life and building momentum in life can be a real challenge because it requires time, effort and perseverance… and we tend to want results immediately! But with hard work we can make steady and slow progress that leads to amazing outcomes. So, what’s involved in making progress? How can you cr...

Is fear holding you back from making progress in life? Are you just going round in circles? 😵‍💫 Making tangible progress in life and building momentum in life can be a real challenge because it requires time, effort and perseverance… and it also requires us to push through fear, which requires courage and persistence.  If you want to create momentum for yourself and get unstuck now and in the fu...

Why is it so hard to let go of our attachments, even to people and things that we know are bad for us?! 😱😰 What is attachment, and what’s the difference between healthy attachment and unhealthy attachments? If you’ve ever found yourself getting too attached to someone or something, or dealing with abandonment issues, then you’ve come to the right place! Most, if not all, of us have experienced a...

Why is it so hard to let go of our attachments, even to people and things that we know are bad for us?! 😱😰 What is attachment, and what’s the difference between healthy attachment and unhealthy attachments? If you’ve ever found yourself getting too attached to someone or something, or dealing with abandonment issues, then you’ve come to the right place! Most, if not all, of us have experienced a...

Why do our emotions have to be so tricky sometimes?! 🤯😱😵‍💫 The good news is that it’s possible to learn how to manage your emotions more effectively so that they don’t control you… so, welcome to the magical world of emotional regulation! What is emotional regulation? Why is it so difficult to control your emotions sometimes, and what’s the difference between responding and reacting? And how c...

What is emotional regulation… and why do our emotions have to be so tricky sometimes?! 🤯😱😵‍💫 Whether you tend to be calm and quiet, or loud and hot-blooded, in this new episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about how to regulate your emotions with practical tips you can apply immediately. So, let’s talk! I’ll be talking about why it’s so difficult to control your em...

What is social anxiety? Why does social anxiety happen, and can you learn how to deal with social situations if you have an anxiety disorder? Finding strategies for overcoming social anxiety takes work, but a little forward planning can reduce stress in social situations and help you prevent panic attacks (if you’re someone prone to a panic attack when navigating social anxiety!). Regardless of wh...

If you’re looking for strategies for coping with social anxiety that actually work, then this is the video for you! Finding strategies for overcoming social anxiety takes work, but a little forward planning can reduce stress in social situations and help you prevent panic attacks (if you’re someone prone to a panic attack when navigating social anxiety!). Regardless of whether or not you have soci...