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Are you spread so thin that even the “good” things feel exhausting? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to create more space, energy and ease in your day.

Could the way we talk to ourselves be the difference between feeling stuck and feeling lucky? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how everyday choices quietly stack the odds in our favour, long before a “lucky break” appears.

Every bump, bruise or tear is a tiny teachingmoment about how safe the world feels and how strong a child believes they are. Join Susan Graham-Ryan and me on ABCNQ as we explore how parents can balance comfort and confidence so kids learn that pain is real, but they are capable.

Feeling those familiar butterflies before a big presentation, race or first date. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed what those sensations actually mean and how to use them to help rather than hinder your performance.

Have you noticed work emails, calls and worries creeping further into your evenings and weekends? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to spot work creep early, reset your boundaries and protect the parts of life that refill your tank.

This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how turning an ordinary walk into a mindful practice can quiet a busymind and steady your mood.

Is it possible that losing hope, not just working hard, is what really drains us? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed the science of hope on wellbeing.

Giving people the benefit of the doubt is a simple mindsetshift that can lower stress, improve relationships, and make everyday life feel more peaceful. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how learning to pause before jumping to negative conclusions helps protect your mood and keeps tricky interactions from escalating.

Checking in on a neighbour, friend, or a stranger is a protective factor in resilience and wellbeing. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to have conversations when you want to lean in to others.

Checking in on a neighbour, friend or a stranger is a protective factor in resilience and wellbeing. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to have conversations when you want to lean in to others.

Knowing what to say and how to navigate conversations with children and teens can be challenging, especially in the face of tragedy. This week, Susan Graham-Ryan and I explored this important and sensitive topic.

Is doubt always the enemy of confidence, or can it sometimes be the very thing that sharpens our performance and decisions? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed thebenefits of doubt.

What might change if every person in the room felt they truly belonged there? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed inclusion by overcoming micro-exclusions.

What if joy could last far beyond those fleeting moments and become a foundation for your resilience?  Join Emma Hannigan and I on ABCNQ as we discuss how joyspan can transform your response to adversity, strengthenyour wellbeing, and help you live a life filled with meaning and connection.

We all have an inner voice, but not all of it helps us. This week on ABCNQ, Miranda Deakin and I discussed who is in charge: the inner coach or the inner critic.

Discover the power of imperfection. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed that we are missing out on joy and connection by chasing unrealistic standards.

When was the last time you truly switched off, away from the constant buzz of technology? This week on ABCNQ,Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed the mental and emotional benefits of camping for Australians in 2025.

This week on ABC Qld, Sarah Howells and I discussed what it truly means to be kind.

When was the last time you gave your mind a good workout? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed why challenging your mind every day makes a difference for lifelong health and happiness.

Ever felt stuck on a problem at work or in life? Sometimes the best advice comes from the most unlikely place—a rubber duck. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how the quirky rubber duck debugging method helps break mental roadblocks and spark insights.

If your brain is wired to adapt, why do we resist the idea of changing our minds? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how embracing mental flexibility could become your secret weapon for both success and resilience.

Discover what it takes to make the right call when it matters most—whether on the field, in the sheds, or from the sideline. This week on ABC Northern Grandstand, Grant Bell and I discussed the skills and strategies involved in staying resilient and focused under pressure.

What happens when we stop running from discomfort and start listening to our feelings? This week on ABCNQ,Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how embracing every emotion creates a richer, more resilient life.

Have you ever found yourself putting off that doctor’s appointment, even when you know it’s important? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed why people delay medical screening and the journey to making health a priority.

This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed, from reducing anxiety to evoking nostalgic calm, the increased phenomenon of adults sleeping with their childhood teddy bears.