Simply Complicated with Katie Ford

It can all feel a bit too much. You can get lost in the restrictions, the repetition, and the 'constant' of it all. That fire, your spirit, your spark? She's still in there and this week, I want to talk to you about it. I also want you to make me a promise. Deal?  www.ktdean.com.au @ktdean.com.au

To act or not to act, that is the question. There is nothing quite like the emotional flood that comes when our system is activated. The rush of 'feelings'. The anger, hurt, or stomach-churning dread. The need to fix, control, spit venom or retreat to 'pass the buck' on feeling the way you' re feeling. The desire to feel anything different. I gotcha friend.  The wound that caused the hurt was...

Multi-faceted wellness wonderland Claire Obeid joins us today and invites us into the world of Somatic Healing. Everyone knows what it's like to realise that you need support when things get hard, but what if you had the systems in place and ready to go on the daily?  Also...what in the F in Somatic Healing? Timeless traditions that support your system that are available to you right now... b...

Self Doubt is a real kick to the emotional shins, but something that is part of the human experience for many of us. Consider this Poddy your spiritual shin pad. Feeling like you are too much or not enough are two sides of the same coin. I got ‘Chu. You will not fit in every room our be understood at every table. You are not meant be in every relationship and not everything you say in every work m...

Scott is a Master Healer, Brain Enhancer and World Renowned Mind. He is also a senior lecturer with the Academy of Applied Movement Neurology & works directly to achieve balance in the governing systems of the body, optimising nervous system communication, as well as upgrading the subconscious programs to meet with the requirements of your very best life. We talk on Neuroplasticity, Trauma respons...

We were often raised to believe that FEAR means avoid at all costs. That’s great when you’re 5, but as an adult the things that scare us don’t often mean harm. They are doorways to big opportunities and GROWTH! Have you listened already? What are you leaning in to that makes you want to wet your pants at the moment? Let me know over on the IGTV live that's related.  @ktdean.com.au 

Learning how to feel something and NOT JUMP is a huge skill set. If you want to change a pattern, you change the way you respond. Just because your body signals something, it doesn't mean it's in your best interests or you need to 'fix it'. In this episode I real time walk you through an instance where I didn't do what my system was telling me. Just so you know... I still haven't.  Take a listen a...

(This episode covers some big topics so I will add a TRIGGER WARNING to the notes. Miscarriage, still birth and death are spoken about openly throughout.)  One thing we are guaranteed to move through in this lifetime is Grief. It's inevitable. We lose loved ones, we grieve relationships and we are forced to let go of dreams, abilities and most things we hold dear at some point. While grief ca...

It's not a competition ladies, but if it were the Dads would win for sure. This is not a poddy slagging blokes because I actually think they've nailed it in this area. This one's on us ladies. I am inviting you to hear me out, get curious and own what you actually want this Mothers Days, Birthdays or any rando Tuesday for that matter. Big questions where the result is hopefully you taking more own...

Living your life in a constant state of trying to avoid the thing that scares you is exhausting. I know it well. At first it feels like you are creating ways to limit uncertainty and fear. Before you know it you've built a prison meshed in by 'must do's', rules to follow and things to avoid in order to feel safe. There is a different way to be and steps to support you in changing your experience.&...

Sammy Leo is not only kicking ass, she's taking names. This woman has not only shifted from body conscious to body confidence, she has launched a super successful business Breeze Balm, celebrates diversity in all its forms, champions inclusivity and is one of the good ones in my opinion. After Sammy shared a message left by a fake account commenting on her appearance, I knew we had to talk about t...

Ewww. Jealousy. It's got to be up there with one of the worst feelings to embody. It comes from a place of lack, it feels ugly, it's usually directed at someone else and it's full low vibe territory.  We're human though. Sometimes we don't get what we want. Sometimes someone else gets to play with our 'toys' and we don't always like the way things appear to us. Jealousy is layered. It's about...

Dr Kirsty Seward, Dietician and Dr of Behavioural Change joins us this week to get raw and real about Breast Implant Illness, Breast explant surgery and everything in between. Kirsty being 8 weeks post explant and I 2.5 years we dive into a whole pandoras box of this 'oh so common' cosmetic procedure. The explant path from start to finish. What we don’t often consider before a surgery Shame often...

How would you feel day 12 of a 14 day lockdown? Would you fall in a heap or find the silver lining? What would be the most challenging aspect for you do you think? I loved this chat with NLP Master, Naturopath, Nutritionist, ACT therapist, Demartini facilitator, PT, Homeopath, Herbalist and all round wellness expert Levi Walz.  - Why what you do day to day matters when shit gets real. - The e...

Everyone you have ever met is walking this earth with an interpretation of who they 'think' you are. You have met a shitload of people in your life. Are you going to stop and throw sticks at every dog that barks though? I think not. I can probably name at least 5 people who dislike me a lot. They may even hate me. That's totally ok. The sting of someone's dislike of you is a real and painful one,...

Here's what I know. Sit down, be quiet and keep calm are words that have never really tracked with me. I know there's so much out there on moderating your feelings, but FFS have we forgotten that it's ok to feel? It's ok to feel it all. As long as it's not hurting anybody I say overflow all over the place.  This one has some spicy words in it and a shit tonne of honesty.  Love to know yo...

An emotional trigger is anything — including memories, experiences, or events — that sparks an intense emotional reaction, regardless of your current mood. Think full body experience that has the capacity to knock you off your feet. It's a flooding of your system so to speak and can easily put you into fight or flight mode. You can change the way you navigate and live alongside your emotional sens...

Every decision is either taking you towards that thing you want or away from it. My mental health is a full time job. Most people's is, it's just whether they are showing up for it or not. Awareness is a powerful thing my friend and a game changer in supporting you in cultivating a life that feels the way you want it to feel.  If you have ever felt stuck, unsure, lost or completely over it, buckle...

2020 is coming to a close, and I know many of us are keen to flick the calender over into a fresh new year but not so fast.  It's important to pay homage to the year just gone before we look at what's next. I have some ideas on how to tell 2020 to "wrap it up hoe" and creating space for calling in what you want. Here in your palm are 6 simple tasks to do throughout the month of December or wheneve...

At some point we will start to become aware of the person we want to be, but how often do you align that with the things that you will need to do to become them? Laura Higgins from the Marketing Powerhouse that is Lala Socials joins us today for a conversation that is not only a powerful message about "becoming", but also about celebrating yourself along the way.  - We talk getting clarity -...

I am all for emotional agility, positive thinking and personal development. First though, you need to go through some shit. It's there for a reason and all emotions are welcome at the table. Tis the season where we're told we should be decking the halls and what not, but what if you're just not there? That is A-OK.  I got chu.  @ktdean.com.au www.ktdean.com.au

Mate. I am the ultimate Nat Kringoudis fan girl after our chat. I loved her before, but I would happily follow her around holding her purse for her. No questions asked. If you have ever felt challenged by your body, fertility journey or other people's well intentioned remarks? This is for you.  If you aren't sure on hormones, where to begin or how to trust yourself? This is for you. If you ha...

We are all going to get triggered, tested or challenged. Depending on how much work you've done around your limiting beliefs and thought patterns in general will depend how often. This is a real time poddy. In this Episode I walk you through a trolling and a conversation that ruffled my feathers. Both were invitations to come back to what I know to be true about myself and I share with you how to...

COMPASSION. One of the most underrated tools you will have in your self soothing kit. I give it 5 stars consistently.  This week we go over the why, how, when and what that could look like and I actually also came up with a genius idea on this episode. I know it. If you think so too, let me know and I may be able to make it happen. ENJOY FRIEND, and may your day be filled with compassion. Tha...

Amy Molloy, wordsmith, Author, Editor, Qualified Councillor, Wife, Mum and all round great time joins us for this episode and it's GOLD. Amy was diagnosed with PTSD ( Post Traumatic Stress Dissorder) after some catastrophic events in her teens and 20's. Not only does Amy walk her talk, she shares her life, coping strategies and what it's like to live with and through daily triggers and severely tr...