So Many Answers With Sandy Oswald

We've all been there - seasons of our lives where everything feels like it doesn't fit together. Even though we can have times in our lives that are absolute highs, we also go through many days of ordinary, and of 'same old, same old'. Topics discussed: There will be times in life that don't feel exciting. What do we do when we feel flat? Understanding that social media is just a highlight reel. G...

Human behaviour is fascinating.  We are all different, with differing personality traits.  We know that we're all different and unique, and our personalities are made up of our experiences, both good and bad. Topics discussed include: Thinking of personality types as different types of animals. Personalities are fluid and change over time. Nature vs nurture - our personalities are a mix...

Our modern lifestyle has created a society of busy and hurry, often at the expense of our health, families and relationships. Sandy continues looking at ways that we can reduce our stress levels, and live the life we were meant to live. This podcast is a production of Brisbane's Rise 96.5 and  So Many Answers Counselling Service . If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, p...

Research shows that as many of us may be suffering from stress related ailments.  Stress plays a huge part in our general well-being. Our modern lifestyle has created a society of busy and hurry, often at the expense of our health, families and relationships. In this episode, Sandy looks at a number of simple ways to reduce our overall stress levels, and to live a better life.  This podc...

There's a Netflix documentary series called ' Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones ', which looks at why people in five unique communities around the world live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives. The show found that amongst the obvious things like diet and exercise, was that one of the key factors is living with purpose and a vision. As we prepare to embark on another new year, Sandy looks...

It's no secret that men don't often like talking about their mental (and often physical) health. If a man in your life - your husband, partner, father or brother - is struggling with their mental health, what are some ways we can help? In this episode, Sandy will unpack ways that we can help our men get the help they need. Some of the issues discussed include: The generational curse of men not wan...

No matter what our relationship to others, if there's a relationship or a connection, at some point there will be conflict.  In this episode, Sandy discusses what to do when we experience those inevitable relationship ruptures. Some of the issues discussed include: Conflict in relationship is normal. It's impossible to be in harmony with everyone all of the time. What to do when ruptures appe...

We're back with a fifth season of the So Many Answers podcast! In this episode, Sandy looks at how we should care for elderly parents and other family members. This can be a really difficult topic, especially if the relationship has been strained over the years. Some of the issues discussed include: Who does the responsibility of care fall to? How carers can care for themselves. Not taking on othe...

Emotional intelligence is a big phrase that's flying around at the moment - but does everyone actually know what it means? Although this question is directed at husbands and men - the answers in this podcast are applicable to anyone who may not be emotionally available at all times. Why don't people (often men) show more emotional intelligence?  Well, it's a learnt thing and often society has...

In this episode Sandy will be looking at our identity, self-worth and self-esteem, and how we can move past insecurities that we may have about ourselves. Our self-esteem is formed in our childhoods, but sometimes, if we weren't nurtured in the way we should have been, it can lead to poor self-esteem and a negative perception of ourselves. Feeling content in who you are is a wonderful place to be,...

Anxiety has been around since the dawn of time - stress, nervousness and worry are all part of being human. Does everyone struggle with anxiety, and what's the difference between just worrying about something, or having anxiety that affects our day to day life. In this episode, Sandy looks at anxiety - what it is, and some of the ways that we can deal with our anxiety so that we can function and e...

The issue of sleeplessness is often associated with anxiety and stress. If you're not getting enough sleep, or have issues with anxiety induced sleeplessness, this episode will give you a number of ways to address they underlying issues. This podcast is a production of Brisbane's  96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service . If you have a question that you would like Sandy to address, ple...

It seems like the divorce rate just keeps climbing.  Why does pop culture promote the idea that divorce is a normal thing after a period of marriage?  Is it inevitable that divorce will just happen after the pressures of career and children have passed? In this episode, Sandy will look at ways to divorce proof our marriages.  She will look at ways that two people can keep the spark...

Going through a divorce is never easy, but if you have a Christian faith it can pose even more questions. In this episode Sandy aims to bring a message of hope, forgiveness and wholeness to those going through this journey. Find out more about Divorce Care and find a support group near you. This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service . If you have a qu...

We know that we can't get on with every single person in the world, and there's a good reason for that. In the last episode we learnt about the four different personality types, and in this episode Sandy looks at a number of practical ways we can get on with those that we don't immediately click with. Find Thomas Erikson's book 'Surrounded by Idiots' here . This podcast is a production of Brisbane...

There's various reasons why we don't get on with everyone, but the main reason is that we're all different.  Despite this, we can still get one with others and have functioning relationships, and in this episode Sandy will look at ways that we can work on ourselves to get on with others better. For personality assessments and profiles,  you can visit the IDR Labs website . Find Thomas Er...

It can feel so hard to look after ourselves - we're time poor, we have others who depend on us, or we just feel like we're carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. In this episode Sandy looks at ways we can look after ourselves better, focusing on physical, mental, relational and spiritual health. This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service ....

It's not uncommon that when we want to make a change in our lives that we can feel stuck and unable to move forward. If you're looking to make a major life change - like weight loss, learning new skills or changing a bad habit, this episode will help you with ways to help you on your journey. The key is, for most life changes, is that there is no quick fix - change will take grit and self control....

Blended families are not a new concept and has been around since Biblical times. Families are all different and there's not one size fits all, and even though you may be ready to move on from your previous life, it's worth taking the time to blend our families well for the sake of children. Although slowing down may seem hard, it will have lasting results for your children over time. In this episo...

As parents, we often compare ourselves as parents and our parenting style to those around us.  Parenting is a tough gig that brings exhaustion, confusion, sacrifice, frustration and heartache.  It can also be the best thing that we've ever done - so how do we know that we are doing it right?  How do we know that we are good enough for our kids? In this episode Sandy looks at some different parenti...

Have you noticed that there seems to be less and less respect shown to others these days? People seem to feel as though they have a right to express what they want, however they want to whoever they want, rather than showing love, self-control, kindness and respect. In Proverbs it says that "kind words are like honey".  The words that come out of our mouths should be uplifting, so how can we live...

Welcome back to a new season of So Many Answers With Sandy Oswald! In this episode we're tackling the topic of addiction and how we can manage any addictions we may have, as well as our addictive behaviour. Addiction can manifest in many forms - from comfort eating, self harm, pornography use, gaming, to gambling, shopping and excessive screen usage. Often these behaviours is a mask to numb or den...

There's a ton of different fad diets out in the market place - all offering miracle results and quick fixes. In this episode Sandy breaks down our health into simple messages that make it easy to get and stay healthy, no matter what our age. For more health conversations check out our bonus episode with dietician David Young - How Can I Make Decisions for Better Health? Or you can check out David'...

We live in an age where we are all connected through technology, but statistics show that we have more people experiencing loneliness than ever before, as well as a generation who can struggle with communicating face to face. As humans, we're born to be social beings, but what happens when a friendship crumbles, and can create caution around moving forward in new friendships. In this episode Sandy...

When our kids grow up it's inevitable that things change, and our role as parents changes. Do we still need to "parent" our adult children? Is that even possible? In this episode we will be exploring this really big topic, and looking at ways we can form closer bonds with our children.  This podcast is a production of Brisbane's 96five and So Many Answers Counselling Service . If you have a questi...