The Dysregulated Podcast

In this episode we dive into one of Pop-Psych's favourite topics; the Left Brain vs Right Brain dominance theory. The concept will be discussed in a two-part series.   This first instalment sets out to answer the following:  > Does the theory hold a degree of validity? > What are the implications for cognition, behaviour and personality? > How does being left or right brain-dominant...

In this episode I recall the year that has been. It is also a story of the perils of being a self anointed workaholic!  A cracker to end 2021, see you next year for more! To reach out please do so on Instagram @elliot.t.waters -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Facebook – The Dysregulated Podcast YouTube – The Dysregulated Podcast (Official Channel) Created by Elliot...

I am so lucky to be able to share my story, whether that's in person or on this podcast. Yet as privileged that I am to have an audience that listens to me, it is the audience that teaches and inspires me so much more. It is you, the listener, who provides me with my greatest honour. To get in contact please follow @elliot.t.waters on Instagram.  -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram...

Anxiety. Easily my most stubborn foe. In this episode I tell how anxiety is currently making itself known and forcing me into less than ideal behaviours.  To contact me please follow @elliot.t.waters on Instagram. -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Facebook – The Dysregulated Podcast YouTube – The Dysregulated Podcast (Official Channel) Created by Elliot Waters — Ins...

The "My Journal" series continues as I analyse one of my most confronting entries.  To contact me follow @elliot.t.waters on Instagram. -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Facebook – The Dysregulated Podcast YouTube – The Dysregulated Podcast (Official Channel) Created by Elliot Waters — Inspired by lived experience . Mental health insights, real stories, re...

In this episode I recount the circumstances around the completion of my thesis. In true Elliot style, it did not go to plan. Anxiety and ADHD both did their best to derail and prevent the thesis from being submitted, but pure determination and grit won the day! If you would like to contact me please follow me on Instagram @elliot.t.waters -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t....

In this episode I dive back into my journal and re-tell some of the events and ways in which mental illness has shaped my life. This episode is particularly raw and emotional . It captures the distress and turmoil different mental illnesses can cause. As I read my journal, I am amazed at how vivid these memories are. The " My Journal " episodes are proving to be quite therapeutic..... If...

Today I look at some of the ways in which mental illness goes beyond the mind. We look at some behavioural and physical responses that are making themselves known to me in real time. Mental illness certainly isn't just, "in your head"! If you'd like to reach out please do so on Instagram, @elliot.t.waters -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Faceboo...

On this episode I have a look at procrastination, avoidance and how these are affecting me right now, today. I explore this idea that there are two main forms of avoidance and how these are playing a role in limiting my ability to solve the tasks that really need solving, NOW! If you're enjoying the podcast please feel like to share around. If you'd like to contact me please do so on Ins...

I was lucky enough to be interviewed by ABC Radio Newcastle about the podcast and a few other projects I have been working on in the mental health space. I explore what I hope to achieve through the podcast and how I want to make it different from the others. And it all boils down to the raw lived experience. To connect with me please follow me on Instagram @elliot.t.waters -- Follow The Dysregula...

In today's episode it is all about breaking free of the comfort zone. Or in my case, going for a run. Sounds simple right? Well for me and many others, it isn't. I breakdown how my mental illnesses try to play tricks on me keeping me stranded in the  "comfort zone". Often they win the battle, but not today. Today I am happy to say, I went for a run!  Feel free to contact me on...

In this episode we dive into my journal, which I think details my different parts of the mental health journey the best. Yes, these entries are quite negative but there is positivity to be found and then built upon! To connect with me please follow me @elliot.t.waters on Instagram. -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Facebook – The Dysregulated Podcast YouTube – The D...

In October 2020 I was lucky enough to present at a town hall event in Kiama, New South Wales. A great community working hard to improve mental health outcomes.  Feel free to like, subscribe and share and if you want to get in touch please do through Instagram @elliot.t.waters. Thanks for listening! -- Follow The Dysregulated Podcast : Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Facebook – The Dysregulated Podcas...

I was fortunate enough to be invited by the Black Dog Institute to take part as a panellist discussing the concepts of rumination and worry.  Panel Members: Elliot Waters – Lived Experience Representative Professor Michelle Moulds – School of Psychology at UNSW Nisha Sethi – Clinical Psychologist Dr Carol Newall – Facilitator Recording and sound production – Nathan Bell Voiceover – Cameron Banks,...

In this episode I re-tell a story during time spent in a psychiatric ward where I met Dianne, who would change my life forever. I discuss the importance of accepting one's circumstances and how the commitment to change can follow. Also, the role external feedback plays when trying to see through the fog of mental illness is explored through my own lived experience. As is discussed during this...