The Reality Check Podcast

Two days ago, I experienced the worst PTSD flashback of my life. It was of an intensity that far exceeded anything that I have ever experienced before in my life. I share this with you as a way to share the realities of mental illness, thus working on reducing the stigma and enabling people to connect and seek out help and support. Check out the Share Your Story Project If this episode has resonat...

In this episode I share ‘A Love Story Part 1’ Part 4/11 of the 'Upgrade Anthology ' - Out Now: eBook, Paperback & Audible . Read this chapter here . ”With a coy smile she bit her bottom lip. “I’m nervous, it is my first time you know?” Blushing a little, she went on. “Well my first time since … changing.” If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find ou...

By definition, those of use with mental illness think differently to ‘normal’. With that in mind, how can we know if we can trust someone with mental illness? And as a sufferer of mental illness, how can we gain the trust of others? In this episode I talk about judging people based on actions, not labels. If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out mo...

“It wasn't until I was in around grade three that I realised exactly what was happening. On practically every car trip that my father took us on, he was dealing” Read ‘ Just Popping By ’ and more chapters of Under The Influence - Reclaiming My Childhood , out now as Paperback, eBook or Audiobook Check out the Share Your Story Project If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your suppor...

A large percentage of my life was lived in fear. First for my physical safety, then for my emotional stability and finally for peoples perception of me. Fear and anxiety has held me back for far to long, and has caused me to miss out on many opportunities. In this episode I break down how I am systematically addressing fear and anxiety in my life and how you can follow my lead, as well as discuss...

“He knew his time was running out, yet he was okay with it. Even before he was diagnosed, he knew where he was headed. His fate was the same as everyone’s - Death” Today I am reading out a short fiction piece called I Am More Than Just A Dying Car ( read it here ). Please let me know what you think of it! If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out mo...

In this episode I answer four supporter questions: 1) What are some natural ways to manage depression? 2) Can you talk about Bi-Polar disorder? 3) What are your greatest fears? 4) What projects are you currently working on? If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out more about my 1:1 coaching & counselling sessions.

Meditation is a mental health must for me - I do it daily. In this episode I share ‘Meditate’ Chapter: 1.9 of How To Get Your Sh!t Together , as well as introduce you to my new Mindfulness Meditation Skill Share Course . If you are looking for a sign to start meditation, this is it! If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out more about my 1:1 coachin...

In this episode I deconstruct the the impact of grief on my mental state and its relationship to dissociation. The catalyst being my dog Max. He suddenly became very sick and may not make it. This has caused me to introspect, both on how I am feeling about his situation, as well as how emotionally poignant events impact my mental state as well as how I respond to them in turn. If this episode has...

You can’t be as good a parent, sibling, friend, employee, boss, or anything else if you are emotionally drained, compromised, or suffering from a mental affliction. The better you are, the better you can help others. Read This Chapter Purchase A Copy of How To Get Your Sh!t Together If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out more about my 1:1 coachin...

Given the scale and impact of the tragedy as well as the requests from some of you, I decided to share my thoughts, both about the event, as well as its impact on your mental state, the victims families and the world at large. If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out more about my 1:1 coaching & counselling sessions.

Effective weightless involves a process that is both sustainable and able to be integrated gradually into your life. In this episode I share the approach that is working for me, and suggest some of the pitfalls that you should avoid if you want to succeed! I also share an incident of being triggered, as well as how I dealt with it. If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support...

Troy Fumo joins me to discuss his recent MMA championship victory. We talk about overcoming anxiety, motivation and mental state, as well as his inspiring personal journey from being housebound with anxiety to risking it all in the cage in front of 1000’s. You can connect with Troy on Instagram — Buy The Book: How To Get Your Sh!t Together (Paperback, eBook, & Audio) If this episode has resona...

In this episode I share ‘Sales Pitch’ Part 3/11 of the 'Upgrade Anthology ' - Out Now: eBook, Paperback & Audible . Read this chapter here . ”When was the last time you felt alive? When was the last time you felt truly human? When you weren’t doubled up with physical pain or mental rumination? How long has it been since you have felt happy or even merely fulfilled?” If this episode has resonat...

If someones personality changes when inebriated, and they are always inebriated, than that is who they really are. It doesn’t matter if they are ‘nice’ when sober, if they are rarely sober. A violent drunk is an abuser that sometimes sobers up. A catatonic addict is an emotionally neglectful parent that some times sobers up. I have learnt to view people based on how they are treating me, not based...

Weekends don’t exist, at least not for those who want to make a change in the world or for those with a dream. If you have a passion project, a business that you are building up, or a dream that you want to follow, you need all the time you can possibly get your hands on. Read This Chapter Purchase A Copy of How To Get Your Sh!t Together If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your su...

I have worked as a teacher for nine years. In that time I have had experience in many different schools, across all age ranges, systems and demographics. Unfortunately, for the most part, there is a lot to be desired. Students are regularly disengaged. They dislike the system and often ‘see no point’ to what they are learning. Because they don’t know why they are learning something, they struggle...

85% of full time workers are ' not engaged ’ by their work. In effect they either hate what they are doing, or merely tolerate doing it. This terrifies me. For years I was in this situation, until my mental health and a study opportunity forced me out of full time employment. I am now on a far lower income, but I am significantly happier doing it. The poem ‘ The Comfortable Rut ’ starts this episo...

It is far better to get a project 80% completed and released to the public than it is to try and get it to 100%. The more I do this podcast, write books, vlog and blog, the more I realise that perfection is a trap. It is an impossible goal that will only cause you to procrastinate. The better approach is to create a minimum viable product, and adjust where necessary. This approach will have you mo...

My response to the ‘controversial’ Gillette advertisement. I take it down a path I haven’t seen many people exploring. Namely that regardless of which side of the fence you fall on, Gillette wins. They have got the world talking about their advert and by extension them. This will result in a massive sales boost. I predict that many more companies will come out with similar social justice adverts m...

What I’ve been up to recently: - ch 3.1 of ‘How To Get Your Sh!t Together’ - your reviews and support blowing me away - why I release everything for free - how you can support me What I’m working on: - ‘ Wage Slave ’ - ‘ 1 in 5 - Destroying Stigma Through Statistics ’ If this episode has resonated with you, I would love your support . Click here to find out more about my 1:1 coaching & counsel...

It wasn’t until I tried writing that I saw major improvements as a direct result of treatment. Unlike talking therapy, I found that I could express myself far more freely onto a blank page. When I sat down to write, I didn’t have to worry about what the page thought of me. It can’t judge. I could ramble, reiterate and back track without concern for transmitting understanding to someone else. 'Expr...

Unless you have persistence, constancy and discipline, the chances of your dreams eventuating into reality fall to almost zero. It takes time to learn the lessons, develop a practice and hone the skills necessary for success in any area. In this episode I share my journey both in my writing and personal life - where I have come from, to where I am now, to where I want to be - focusing on what it t...

“ I realised just how bad Dad's living conditions were about a year after his death. I was talking to a cousin of mine who had recently become a police officer. It’s not often that you get a chance to have a firsthand glimpse into the seedy underbelly of the society you live in ... “ In this episode, I share Ch 3, of Under The Influence - Reclaiming My Childhood , read this chapter here - You can...

One of the best ways to reduce the severity and duration of a panic attack (or anxiety in general) is to become present state aware. This involves taking slow and deep breaths, while focusing your attention onto your senses. What can you see, hear, taste, touch and smell right now? Focus on that! 'Become Present State Aware', is chapter 1.1 of ' How To Get Your Sh!t Together ' - Out Now eBook, Pap...